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Unfiltered With Dave Letele

Welcome to Unfiltered with Dave Letele.This podcast is all about raw, honest, and inspiring conversations. Join Dave as he engages with remarkable guests to delve into their life stories, exploring their triumphs, struggles, and the real journeys behind their successes. Tune in for unfiltered discussions which will motivate, challenge, and inspire you to see life from a fresh perspective. Get ready to be moved. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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#43 Tee Fiso

Unfiltered With Dave Letele ·

2026/03/28

This week, Dave sits down with Tyndale (Tee) Fiso — AKA The Sound of Tee — radio host and MC, for a raw kōrero about growing up around violence, addiction, and chaos in South Auckland. From hiding in his room as a kid, to almost going down the same path himself — Tee opens up about the moments that nearly broke him. He shares how he hit rock bottom — stuck in addiction, waking up and getting high every day, and losing sight of who he was as a father — before a turning point that changed

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40:55

#42 Roimata Smail

Unfiltered With Dave Letele ·

2026/03/21

This week, Dave sits down with Roimata Smail — Māori lawyer and author — to unpack Te Tiriti o Waitangi in simple, real terms. From what we’re taught in school, to what actually happened — she breaks down the foundations of Aotearoa, the loss of Māori land, and why it still impacts us today.They also dive into the current state of the country, the backlash we’re seeing, and why education — not division — is the path forward. A powerful, honest kōrero about truth, history, and building a better

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35:11

#41 Brendon Pongia

Unfiltered With Dave Letele ·

2026/03/14

This week, Dave sits down with former Tall Black and broadcaster Brendon Pongia for a powerful kōrero about identity, resilience, and purpose. From growing up in Greymouth without knowing his father, to representing New Zealand and later helping raise millions for Cure Kids — Brendon shares the moments that shaped him. He also opens up about reconnecting with his Māori roots, the loss of his brother Quentin Pongia, and why giving back has become his life’s mission. A powerful conversation about

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49:32

#40 Māori Millionaire (Te Kahukura Boynton)

Unfiltered With Dave Letele ·

2026/03/07

This week, Dave sits down with Te Kahukura Boynton — AKA Māori Millionaire — for an incredibly raw kōrero about rock bottom, financial freedom, and rebuilding your life.Te Kahukura opens up about battling depression and addiction, feeling like she was never good enough, and the moment she decided to give life one last shot. From starting with nothing to building Māori Millionaire — now a book, podcast, and growing community of people learning about money, healing, and self-belief. Her story is about

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#39 Aaron Hendry

Unfiltered With Dave Letele ·

2026/02/28

This week, Dave sits down with Aaron Hendry — youth worker and the force behind Kick Back — who has spent years standing alongside young people experiencing homelessness in Aotearoa. From running Front Door on K Road to supporting rangatahi with nowhere safe to go, Aaron has seen firsthand how easily young people fall through the cracks of our system.With the government now pushing these cruel "Move On" orders that target our most vulnerable people — Aaron explains why forcing people to move along

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55:21

#38 Uncletics

Unfiltered With Dave Letele ·

2026/02/21

This week, Dave sits down with Leighton Clarke — better known as Uncletics — for a raw and honest kōrero about owning who you are. From growing up in the King Country and navigating school with tourettes, to building a powerful online community without toning himself down for anyone — Leighton shares what it’s taken to fully back himself.They talk about stigma, being accused of faking it, online backlash, and why trying to please everyone is a losing game. Leighton doesn’t shrink himself to make

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#37 Mike McRoberts

Unfiltered With Dave Letele ·

2026/02/14

In this week’s episode, Dave sits down with Mike McRoberts — one of New Zealand’s most respected journalists — for a powerful and deeply reflective kōrero. From reporting in war zones and natural disasters around the world, to battling imposter syndrome and navigating identity, Mike opens up about what it really takes to stand in the middle of chaos and keep showing up.They dive into trauma, balance, the cost of chasing purpose, learning te reo later in life, and the quiet rebuilding that happens

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1:10:21

#36 Konrad Ross

Unfiltered With Dave Letele ·

2026/02/07

In this week’s episode, Dave sits down with Konrad — former Tall Black — for one of the wildest and most confronting stories ever told on Unfiltered. From elite basketball, to a life that includes Federal US prisons, addiction, and moments that feel straight out of a movie.This kōrero goes deep into identity, following the wrong crowd, losing your way, and what it really looks like to rebuild your life from the ground floor up. Raw, uncomfortable, and incredibly human — this is a story for anyone

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54:45

#35 Manu Vatuvei

Unfiltered With Dave Letele ·

2026/01/31

SEASON 2 IS HERE 🔥Kicking off with the man who started it all, Manu Vatuvei, was our very first Unfiltered guest — the episode that helped launch this whole podcast. One year on... Manu returns to reflect on 2025, his NRL career and the moments that defined him at the Warriors, and what it means to him to be giving back now. A full-circle kōrero about legacy, brotherhood, and life after footy. Enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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39:05

#34 Loretta Hogg

Unfiltered With Dave Letele ·

2025/12/13

This week, Dave sits down with Loretta Hogg — elite performance coach — for a powerful kōrero on sport, discipline, and building a body that lasts. From getting lost after school to working with top athletes and learning under All Blacks coaches, Loretta opens up about injuries, burnout, women’s health, and why strength training is essential — especially as we get older. An honest, practical conversation about longevity, mindset, and doing the basics really well. Hosted on Acast. See

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#33 Julia Pahina

Unfiltered With Dave Letele ·

2025/11/29

This week, Dave sits down with Julia — a proud Pasifika woman who built a global tech career in her mid-20s across Sydney, UK & USA at firms like HP, before coming home to help her community navigate A.I and adapt the changing world with Fibre Fale. Julia breaks down the confronting research that 60% of Auckland’s Pasifika workforce is at risk of being replaced by automation and technology — and what we can do about it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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28:50

#32 Myles Gibbons

Unfiltered With Dave Letele ·

2025/11/15

Dave sits down with Myles for a raw kōrero about growing up around addiction, getting pulled into the wrong crowd in Australia, and coming back to Aotearoa to start again. He opens up about his prison time, rebuilding from nothing, and how fatherhood pushed him to turn his life around — building a better future for himself and his whānau every day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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50:22

#31 Johnnie Timu from Brown Pride

Unfiltered With Dave Letele ·

2025/11/01

In this week’s episode, Dave sits down with Johnnie Timu, founder of Brown Pride, for an honest kōrero about struggle, purpose, and community. From growing up in Rewa to losing his dad at 19, Johnnie shares the moment that changed everything — when an idea on a whiteboard with his mates became the start of Brown Pride. A grounded story of resilience and purpose, and what it really means to lead with heart. Enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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#30 Paige

Unfiltered With Dave Letele ·

2025/10/18

In this week’s episode, Dave sits down with Paige — the platinum-selling, award-winning singer-songwriter from Auckland — for a heartfelt kōrero about purpose, healing, and chasing the dream. From growing up in a close whānau in Clarks Beach to finding her voice through music, Paige opens up about navigating self-doubt, forgiveness, and growth — both as an artist and as a person. Together they talk faith, consistency, and the power of manifestation — and how a shout-out from Billie Eilish helped

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51:16

#29 Lisa Perese-Cullen

Unfiltered With Dave Letele ·

2025/10/04

In this episode, Dave sits down with Lisa Perese-Cullen — proud mum, wife, and creator — for a powerful kōrero on breaking cycles and finding her purpose. From a childhood full of resilience to becoming TikTok’s Creator of the Year, Lisa shares how she built a life grounded in gratitude, humour, and love.Massive shoutout to Lisa for coming onto the podcast. Follow her here: https://www.instagram.com/lisaperesecullenLet us know what you thought of the conversation in the comments!Support Unfiltered

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47:05

#28 Fitz 275

Unfiltered With Dave Letele ·

2025/09/20

In this episode, Dave sits down with Savele Refiti — better known as Fitz, @Fitz275, the Mayor of Māngere and founder of Two Seven Five. Fitz opens up about his life story: being adopted and reconnecting with his birth mother, growing up in Māngere, becoming a teen parent, and building a brand that represents pride and positive change.They dive into his health battles, including losing a kidney transplant while starting his business, the mental toll of entrepreneurship, and the role of faith and

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38:23

#27 Dr Ryan Paul

Unfiltered With Dave Letele ·

2025/09/06

This week, Dave sits down with Dr Ryan Paul — leading diabetes specialist, researcher, and co-chair of New Zealand’s National Diabetes Network — for an eye-opening kōrero about the silent epidemic sweeping Aotearoa. They dive deep into why type 2 diabetes and obesity are skyrocketing, why 10% of Māori and Pacific whānau are living with diabetes, and the shocking reality that New Zealand spent $2.62 billion on diabetes last year — yet less than 2% went to prevention or care. Hosted on Acast. See

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55:04

#26 Miriama Kamo

Unfiltered With Dave Letele ·

2025/08/23

In this week’s episode, Dave sits down with renowned journalist and storyteller Miriama Kamo for a powerful kōrero on identity, belonging, and courage. Miriama opens up about facing racism growing up in Christchurch, navigating decades in broadcasting, and why — after years of staying apolitical as a journalist — she chose to stand up and take part in the recent hīkoi. A raw and honest conversation about whakapapa, resilience, and finding strength through life’s challenges. Enjoy.Massive shoutout to

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50:22

#25 Eru Kapa-Kingi

Unfiltered With Dave Letele ·

2025/08/09

In this week’s episode, Dave sits down with Eru Kapa-Kingi — the next generation of proud Māori activists and a leading voice behind the recent Hīkoi — for a powerful kōrero on leadership, legacy, and building a future where everyone thrives. From growing up disconnected from te ao Māori to reclaiming his whakapapa and leading the Toitū Te Tiriti movement, Eru shares the lessons of his tupuna, the truth about Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and why collective wellbeing must come before ego.Massive shoutout to

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39:10

#24 Chlöe Swarbrick

Unfiltered With Dave Letele ·

2025/08/02

In this week’s episode, Dave sits down with Chlöe Swarbrick — Co-leader of the Green Party of Aotearoa New Zealand — for a raw and unfiltered kōrero that goes far beyond politics. Chlöe opens up about growing up across dozens of rental homes, battling depression as a teenager, and finding belonging and purpose in a world that often feels broken.They dive into youth mental health, connection, justice, and why she believes Aotearoa can — and must — do better for its people. A powerful conversation

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