



How anxiety can escalate into panic, and why it’s treatable
This weeks episode of The Nutters Club, explored how everyday anxiety can escalate into panic attacks, and why understanding the process is key to recovery. The episode focused on panic attacks, intense physical episodes that can include sweating, racing heart, dizziness, and overwhelming fear. Wi…

How to have real-world conversations about mental health
The latest episode of The Nutters Club, hosted by Hamish Williams and Psychotherapist Kyle MacDonald, delved into the importance of initiating real-world conversations about mental health and the positive outcomes that can arise from such discussions. This week’s episode focused on how individuals…

Shelwin Khan’s Journey of Recovery, Resilience and Hope
Auckland man Shelwin Khan was just 14 when addiction first took hold. By 15, he had overdosed, blacked out and woken in a police cell before being admitted to a youth psychiatric ward. Diagnosed with bipolar disorder as a teenager, he faced years of instability, cycling between substance use, hospi…

The mental health effects of generosity
This weeks episode revisited a remarkable act of generosity from December 2025, when a caller named Steve shared his struggles with health issues and mobility challenges. Steve, who lives alone and relies on a motor vehicle due to breathing problems and a tumour, revealed his car was in need of co…

Family Dynamics and Mental Health
The latest episode of The Nutters Club, hosted by Hamish Williams and psychotherapist Kyle MacDonald, delved into the complexities of family relationships and their impact on mental health. The show, featured heartfelt stories and practical advice on navigating family dynamics, estrangement, and em…

Mental resilience in the face of health challenges
Guest Mike Lee shared his inspiring journey of overcoming severe physical and mental health challenges. Mike, a former firefighter, lifeguard, and ambulance officer, recounted his experiences with a rare autoimmune condition, IgG4-related disease, which affects only 1.8 people per million. His…

The importance of perspective in mental health
In this weeks episode, Psychotherapist Kyle McDonald emphasised the critical role of perspective in maintaining mental health. He explained that perspective helps individuals focus on what they can control, rather than being overwhelmed by external stressors or events beyond their influence. McDo…

The Nutters Club Kicks Off 2026 with Mental Health Planning and Support
The Nutters Club, began its 2026 season with an inspiring episode on creating plans to support mental well-being throughout the year. The episode centred on the challenges of New Year’s resolutions, which often feel burdensome or lead to feelings of failure. Instead, the hosts encouraged liste…

Remembering the good in people in the wake of tragedy
The final episode of The Nutters Club, on NewstalkZB, aired amidst the unfolding tragedy of a shooting at Bondi Beach, Sydney, Australia. Host Hamish Williams opened the show by addressing the devastating incident, which occurred just hours before the broadcast. As details of the tragedy continue…

Radio Producer Shares Inspiring Journey Battling Rare Cancer
Hamish Williams, host of The Nutters Club on Newstalk ZB, recently welcomed the show’s producer, Boris Sokratov, to share his personal journey of battling two rare forms of cancer. The episode, which aired on Sunday night, focused on the intersection of physical health challenges and mental resilie…