News & Media
Sharing survivor stories, national coverage and advocacy for healing in Aotearoa.
This section highlights The Road to Healing Aotearoa’s media presence - from podcasts and radio interviews to national news coverage.
It serves as an archive of survivor-led stories, public education efforts, and advocacy milestones that continue to shape the conversation around healing in Aotearoa.
Sam Troth – The Road to Healing Aotearoa Media and Podcast Appearances (2020 – 2025)
From grassroots interviews to national coverage, Sam’s voice has helped spark courage and conversation across Aotearoa.
Podcasts & Interviews
A 54-minute conversation with Gloria Masters where Sam shares his survivor story and how his awareness hīkoi became part of his healing journey.
Sam opens up about his childhood abuse, addiction and recovery journey as a father of six — one of the show’s most powerful stories.
Detailing his 2022 awareness walk across New Zealand, Sam shares the pain and resilience that fueled his mission.
Sam reflects on turning pain into purpose and the journey from survivor to advocate to thriver.
Two in-depth episodes chronicling Sam’s walk from Cape Reinga to Parliament and the silence survivors still face from institutions.
A brief radio segment where Sam shared his mission to encourage men to speak up about sexual violence during his national walk.
News Stories & Articles
Coverage of Sam’s journey through South Otago as he set out from Bluff to Cape Reinga — aiming to destigmatise male sexual abuse.
Stuff / Dominion Post – “Sexual violence against males common, but still taboo says survivor” (Oct 31 2022)
Feature story on male sexual violence and Sam’s hikoi — encouraging men to seek help and speak out.
NZ Herald / Bay of Plenty Times – “Waihi dad shares story of sexual violence…” (Dec 11 2022)
In-depth profile of Sam’s personal journey and the power of breaking silence to help others heal.
NZ News – “Māori survivors of abuse in state care want transformative action now” (Jul 24 2024)
Sam joins survivors calling for urgent government action after the Royal Commission into Abuse in Care report.
Chris Lynch Media – “Sex abuse survivor walking from Cape Reinga to the Beehive…” (Apr 24 2025)
Story of Sam’s 2025 petition walk — carrying thousands of signatures to Parliament to demand tougher sentencing and justice for survivors.
Continue the Conversation
Every podcast, article and interview helps break the silence and inspire healing in Aotearoa.
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