91: Nepia Takuira Mita | Why NZ Culture Hates “Try Hards”
What if the thing people mock you for is actually your biggest advantage?
In this episode I sit down with Nepia Takuira Mita — an actor, singer, and creator. We unpack the truth about New Zealand culture, identity, and why being called a “try hard” might be the best thing that ever happens to you.
We dive into Nepia’s upbringing in a strict, military-style environment, how becoming a young father/pāpā reshaped his mindset, and why he believes being a “jack of all trades” has been his edge—not his weakness.
A young tane/man who continues to lead the way through his actions and today, through…
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