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In this episode of Takatāpui Talk, host Donald Hollingsworth sits down with Josie Mihinui-Selwyn for a heartfelt and deeply personal conversation about family, identity, resilience, and finding love later in life.

Growing up in Maketū alongside her identical twin sister Rose, Josie reflects on the whānau connections that shaped her, the challenges she faced through marriage and motherhood, and the difficult relationships that became part of her journey.

With honesty and warmth, Josie shares how she navigated life's ups and downs before finding the woman who would become her wife. It is a story of courage, self-discovery, and the transformative power of love.

Josie also speaks openly about living with lupus, the importance of whānau support, and what it means to embrace your truth after a lifetime of experiences.

This episode is a powerful reminder that our journeys are rarely straightforward, but through resilience, connection, and authenticity, it is possible to find peace, happiness, and a place where you truly belong.

Takatāpui Talk is a platform dedicated to preserving and sharing the voices, experiences, and histories of Takatāpui and Rainbow Māori throughout Aotearoa.

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