Weight loss drugs are all over the news at the moment, Ozempic being the most well known. With Wegovy, a similar drug to Ozempic, recently being approved for use in New Zealand it doesn't seem like the talk's going away any time soon. 

In this episode Toni chats with Sarah Kennedy and Dr Richard Goldfarb about why weight loss drugs are becoming so popular, how they actually work, and any potential side effects they may cause. Also, they chat about Calocurb, a natural alternative made from hops grown right here in New Zealand.

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Jason Daniel founded activewear brand LSKD in 2007 after selling t-shirts to help fund his motocross racing. Fast forward to 2025 and the brand has surpassed $100 million in sales, and recently opened stores in Auckland and Christchurch, with another in Mount Manganui set to open soon. 

In the nearly 20 years since the brand began, Jason has learnt a lot about running a business. In the episode, Toni and Jason chat about the journey of the brand, the lessons he's learnt about himself, and the inevitable issues he and the company have faced. 

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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome affects more than 10% of women worldwide and yet the level of care is no where near where it should be. Clare Goodwin is a nutritionist and PCOS expert who was diagnosed with PCOS in her mid-20s despite being extremely fit and healthy.

Clare found that there were simple diet and lifestyle changes she could make that made drastic improvements to her symptoms. So on this episode she shares how these personalised changes can help other people with PCOS

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For four and a half years, Becky Bouterey has been battling withdrawal from topical steroids. Becky began using topical steroids to help manage her eczema that she has been dealing with since childhood. 

In this episode, Toni chats with Becky about her life since she stopped using topical steroids, and her upcoming treatment that's taking her to Thailand

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Everyone goes through phases in life where they question all the decisions they've made. Whether they're in the right career, if their relationship is right for them or if they're eating right. These are all decisions your Human Design could help you make. 

In this episode Toni is talking with Human Design expert Charlotte Hill about what Human Design is, how it can help you be more confident in your decision making, and even analyzing Toni's Human Design chart to help her understand her body and mind better

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The journey into motherhood can be complicated, and looks completely different for everyone. That's why this week Toni is chatting with former heptathlete and mother of two Sarah Cowley-Ross about her experience in the Fourth Trimester of pregnancy, and what she did to prepare for the difficult first months of motherhood.

This episode is brought to you by Contact Energy's Fourth Trimester

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You may know Dr Mary Birdsall as the fertility queen of New Zealand with her work helping kiwi couples realise their dream of starting a family. But Mary recently went on her own terrifying health journey with her battle with anal cancer.

This experience has helped Mary gain a deeper understanding of what some her own patients have been through, and she's not entirely impressed by the standard of healthcare in New Zealand.

In this episode, Toni and Mary chat about how she discovered she had cancer, the treatment and recovery process, and why Mary thinks it's so important to discuss anal cancer.

You can find Mary's Anal Cancer Support Services here

Or listen to her podcast Anal Cancer all you wanted to know but were afraid to ask

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It's time for the very best episodes of We Need To Talk for 2024

In part three, Toni chats with the Alternative Comedy Collective's Mike Lane, and The Beauty Chef founder Carla Oates

0:00 Resilience through illness with ACC's Mike Lane

In this episode Toni Street talks with Mike Lane about resilience through long term illnesses. Mike Lane from the Alternative Commentary Collective was diagnosed with an incredibly rare form of cancer called Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans (DFSP). They talk about the process of discovering the cancer, maintaining a normal life during his treatment, and the impact it had on his family.

18:00 Edible Beauty with Carla Oates

We Need To Talk Beauty

Toni catches up with The Beauty Chef founder Carla Oates. 

Carla is passionate about the link between beauty and gut health. 

She shares how she started her business, what minerals are good for you, and why she thinks edible beauty is the way of the future.

 

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It's time for the very best episodes of We Need To Talk for 2024

In part two, Toni chats with her hair saviour Zoe Clark, and Denise Taylor and Lisa Goulart of the New Zealand Dizziness and Balance Center

0:00 Zoe Clark on how she fixed Toni's hair

We Need To Talk Beauty

In this episode, Toni Street catches up with Zoe Clark.

Zoe, owner of Inco Studio, brought Toni's hair back to life after a series of set backs across her life.

Hear how she did it, what the process was like, how long it took, and how you can get your hair back too!

Plus, the hair product recommendations you need to know.

17:50 Vertigo and dizziness with Denise Taylor and Lisa Goulart

It's very likely you or someone you know has experienced vertigo at some point in your life. There are many different causes of vertigo, as it's a symptom and not an illness itself. Luckily, the New Zealand Dizziness and Balance Center specializes in discovering the cause of feelings of vertigo and dizziness and fixing the symptoms in as little as just one session. 

In this episode Toni chats with Lisa Goulart and Denise Taylor about the different ways they can treat vertigo, from physiotherapy and ear, nose and throat specialists to psychotherapy. 

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It's time for the very best episodes of We Need To Talk for 2024

In part one, Toni chats with Rosa and Margo Flanagan of Two Raw Sisters, and professional makeup artist Lisa Matson

0:00 Disordered Eating with Two Raw Sisters

WARNING: This episode contains mentions of eating disorders. A list of resources is available at the bottom of the description if you or someone you know needs help

Rosa and Margo Flanagan have both dealt with their own struggles with disordered eating and have had to work together to create a healthy relationship with food. With the goal of making healthy food easy and delicious, the sisters created Two Raw Sisters to share their vege-first mentality when it comes to cooking and create yummy recipes that anyone can cook with whatever they have in their kitchen.

In this episode Toni, Rosa and Margo discuss how food used to make them feel sad, guilty and frustrated, how they used their competitive relationship to improve their eating habits, and how they use Two Raw Sisters to simplify the complicated subject of eating healthy.

Where to get help:
• Lifeline: Call 0800 543 354 or text 4357 (HELP) (available 24/7)
• Suicide Crisis Helpline: Call 0508 828 865 (0508 TAUTOKO) (available 24/7)
• Youth services: (06) 3555 906
• Youthline: Call 0800 376 633 or text 234
• What’s Up: Call 0800 942 8787 (11am to 11pm) or webchat (11am to 10.30pm)
• Depression helpline: Call 0800 111 757 or text 4202 (available 24/7)
• Helpline: Need to talk? Call or text 1737
If it is an emergency and you feel like you or someone else is at risk, call 111

25:35 Professional makeup artist Lisa Matson

​Toni catches up with professional makeup artist Lisa Matson. 

Lisa brings her realm of experience - from magazine covers to international superstars like Eva Longoria - to share her best tips for make up application.

Plus - her favourite product recommendations.

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