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Dame Susan Devoy on her time as Race Relations Commissioner.#newzealand #nzpol #nzpodcast

April 08, 202400:56
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we are indeed a multicultural country on
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a bicultural foundations but it's the
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biculturalism that we're stuck on we
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haven't sorted that out most of the
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complaints and things I got to me
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personally or even to the commission
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were anti-ar and anti-treaty which means
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we haven't grown up very much as a
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country we should be proud of our treaty
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you know look at what's happening in
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Australia we should be really proud of
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how far we've come when we were a young
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country we could be so much better than
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we are now yeah I mean I got a death
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threat I got threat to be kneecapped I
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got physically assaulted one day up the
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mount not brutally what do you mean
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physically ass was obviously quite fit
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and he just sort of pushed me to the
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side and called me a brown loving inword
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loving you know and I was just so
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shocked you know and I came home and
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there would be a box of dogs doings
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wrapped up you know and Christmas
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wrapping outside of my house was quite
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confronting books on Christianity sent
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to my local squash Club you know please
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give to Susan devoy I mean it was just
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it's really confrontational it was just
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why would people so thent

Podspun Insights

In this gripping episode, the conversation dives deep into the complexities of biculturalism in a multicultural society. The guest shares personal experiences that highlight the ongoing struggles and tensions surrounding identity and acceptance. From confronting death threats to receiving unsettling gifts, the narrative paints a vivid picture of the challenges faced in advocating for a more inclusive society. The emotional weight of these stories serves as a call to action, urging listeners to reflect on their own perceptions and the importance of embracing diversity. This episode is not just about the struggles; it’s also a celebration of resilience and the potential for growth as a nation.

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Episode Highlights

  • Proud of Our Treaty
    Reflecting on the importance of the treaty and national pride.
    “We should be proud of our treaty.”
    @ 00m 13s
    April 08, 2024
  • Facing Threats
    A personal account of receiving threats and the impact it had.
    “I got a death threat... I was just so shocked.”
    @ 00m 21s
    April 08, 2024

Episode Quotes

Key Moments

  • Bicultural Struggles00:04
  • Confrontation00:49