Podcast
In this interview you will hear an European who has German, South African and South American backgrounds talk about his new life as a migrant in New Zealand. Why did a very successful German businessman come to settle in New Zealand? Did he face the same English language and cultural problems that other migrants struggle with? You will be surprised that he can speak more than three other languages? He has a motivating and life-changing story you need to hear.
Mike delves into his extensive back catalogue of musical treasure to bring you a selection of soul music, with everything from the hits and the b-sides to the forgotten gems.
Pass The Mic spotlights the stories and experiences of New Zealanders from migrant and former refugee backgrounds. The first series from 2022 is a community-led collaboration in partnership with Belong Aotearoa, Sport Waitākere and Storyo, hosted by Elina Ashimbayeva. The second series from 2025 focuses on the employment experience of lived experts and was made with funding from the J R McKenzie Trust.