Love, support and helping kids in need: Linda Roil

In the latest episode of AMI’s On Your Side podcast, host Sam Wallace speaks to Linda Roil the founder of Kids in Need. After surviving an abusive relationship and facing life as a single mother with no financial support, Linda not only cared for her own four children, but also made time to foster…

Trauma, courage and silver linings: Mark Bruce

In the latest episode of AMI’s On Your Side podcast, host Sam Wallace interviews Mark Bruce, executive chairman of the Amputees Federation of New Zealand. At just 24 years old, Mark became an amputee after a catastrophic motorcycle accident. He is now dedicated to helping other amputees understand …

Rebellion, opportunity and purpose: Jessy Moffatt

In the latest episode of AMI’s On Your Side podcast host Sam Wallace meets Jessy Moffatt – founder of the Coast to Coast Rangers, an organisation that gives kids the tools to navigate life's challenges by competing in one of the toughest multi-sports events in the world. She talks about her rebelli…

Love, uncertainty and care: Lisa Paget

In this episode of AMI’s On Your Side podcast host Sam Wallace meets Lisa Paget who is the driving force behind Cuddle Hearts – an initiative to help premature babies and their parents in their time of need. She talks about motherhood, the tragedy of losing the love of her life, and finding meaning…

Joy, kindness and caring: Sarah Page

In episode two of AMI’s On Your Side podcast host Sam Wallace interviews Sarah Page, founder of the Kindness Collective – a charity that connects children and families with everything from everyday essentials to moments of joy. Sarah talks about her experience with post-natal depression, raising a …

Grief, change and resilience: Dr Maysoon Salama

In the first episode of AMI’s On Your Side podcast host Sam Wallace interviews Dr Maysoon Salama whose son Ata Mohammad Ata Elayyan, 33, was killed in the Christchurch terrorist attacks. Dr Salama has written a book Aya and the Butterfly to help children – including her own granddaughter – to come …

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On Your Side is a podcast series brought to you by AMI Insurance. You'll hear wonderful, heart-warming stories of Kiwis who have found their sense of purpose by helping others. From caring for foster children, to a motorcycle accident that has turned hundreds of lives around, discover how their lov…