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Nov 2021
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The Fan Brigade

RNZ
About this episode

Comedic duo The Fan Brigade talk about finding yourself, finding some help and finding your best friend. Livi and Amanda's chicken of choice? Rotisserie chicken from Bird On A Wire (plus coleslaw, naturally).

Content Warning: this episode contains discussion of sexual assault and suicide.

Watch the video version of the episode here.

Where to get help:

Need to Talk? Free call or text 1737 any time to speak to a trained counsellor, for any reason.

It's Not OK - 0800 456 450

Lifeline: 0800 543 354 or text HELP to 4357

Suicide Crisis Helpline: 0508 828 865 / 0508 TAUTOKO (24/7). This is a service for people who may be thinking about suicide, or those who are concerned about family or friends.

Safe to Talk - Sexual Harm Helpline 0800 044 344

Depression.org.nz: 0800 111 757 (24/7)

Samaritans.org.nz: 0800 726 666 (24/7)

Youthline: 0800 376 633 (24/7) or free text 234 (8am-12am), or email talk@youthline.co.nz

What's Up (7pm-10pm) or 0800 WHATSUP / 0800 9428 787 children's helpline (1pm-10pm weekdays, 3pm-10pm weekends)

Kidsline (ages 5-18): 0800 543 754 (24/7)

Rural Support Trust Helpline: 0800 787 254

Healthline: 0800 611 116

Rainbow Youth: (09) 376 4155

If it is an emergency and you feel like you or someone else is at risk, call 111.

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