Two Fat 'Fine

Long time friend of Alex and MahMah, Kahu Carter is welcomed onto the Two fat 'Fine couch. We are thrilled to hear about her life, her love for service and community and how she became the political servant that she is today. An icon around Ōtautahi that you don't want to miss.

Helena is a Samoan/Irish lecturer at the University of Canterbury. Her research explores experiences and aspirations of young people, with a focus on justice, cultural knowledge, and the reimagining of civic life in Aotearoa.

Her current work is anchored in her Royal Society | Te Apārangi Mana Tūāpapa Future Leader Fellowship, through which she is leading an in-depth study of how Pacific young people understand and engage with politics. This project explores culturally grounded forms of political participation and the barriers and opportunities that shape meaningful youth civic engagement in Aotearoa.

Brought to you by Moana Vā ( moanava.org ) in collaboration with the Electoral Commission.

No guests - just a whole lot of Alex & MahMah! It's been awhile since we've just caught up, checked in and tuned into what these two have been doing in their lives. Well here it is team! Dive in, get comfy and catch up with our two wonderful hosts for a full episode.

Get to know the beautiful Kophie Su'a -Hulsbosch! You my have seen one of her incredible murals around Ōtautahi Christchurch...

Kophie is one wonderfully talented human who we are so thankful is a part of our Moana Vā aiga. We can't wait for you to hear more about the mastermind behind all this endless talent.

Alex and MahMah venture up north and attend the wonderful Manioro! They were lucky to get some interviews and share their experiences. Listen to the full episode here.

We are so thrilled to feature Fuimaono Dr Karl Pulotu-Endermann, the chief advisor for Moana Vā. A guest we've wanted to feature for a long time coming. An episode not to be missed!

Catch up with MahMah and Alex as they reflect on their Scared Scriptless show in collaboration with the Court Theatre (Court Jesters). We also welcome the iconic Lana Searle, More FM's breakfast radio host to the show who shares some of her own journey and what it's like working in the mainstream media industry.

Pre-recorded before pride month, Alex & MahMah catch up with Jen from Christchurch Pride to find out how Ōtautahi are celebrating pride month! We also touch on what Moana Vā are getting up to! Fa'afetai lava for being here!

That's right! We're back! Only this time we're here for longer... You guys wanted more of us, well here we are! With all the yaps and laughs Two Fat 'Fine have officially made their episodes longer. Join Alex and MahMah as they kōrero about starting 2026, new years resolutions and updates on life!

We welcome back the wonderful general manager for Moana Vā, Lana Shields - otherwise known as mum to Alex. She fills us in on where the Moana collective is currently at, what the focuses are for 2026 and she courageously shares more about her own journey navigating sexuality in this era.

An episode our listeners don't want to miss!