The Nutters Club

Welcome to the Nutters Club

Welcome to The Nutters Club, an online resource designed to inspire discussion and offer help with all things related to mental health.

You can join the discussion on Facebook
and find us talking it up over at Newstalk ZB.

The Nutters Club is a world first media phenomenon that has changed and saved lives. It has spawned a very large, strong and supportive Facebook community and morphed into a popular television series on Maori Television. Over 500,000 people view the Nutters Club Facebook page every week.

Now in its 15th year the radio show continues as the most popular in it's Sunday night timeslot. A live interview/talkback, The Nutters Club radio show deals with all the tough stuff that many in society would prefer to keep in the closet. Topics like mental health issues, drug/alcohol addictions and the socially taboo.

The show is hosted by Hamish Williams and Kyle MacDonald.

Pete Smith

Iconic Kiwi actor Pete Smithʼs early experiences of life were hard and traumatic times. Pete has set about to overcome the past and make known that there is life and hope after terrible pain.

Nutters Video Clips

From time to time we will be producing new mini episodes of The Nutters Club from our Newstalk ZB studio. You’ll find these and other clips here.

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TV Shows

Seventy five epsidoes of The Nutters Club TV show have been produced on topics such as depression, bipolar disorder, addiction, anxiety and much more.

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Radio Shows

You can catch up on our Newstalk ZB radio show here every week with these podcasts of the entire show.

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Latest TV show

Gary McPhee

Biker and colourful Mayor of Carterton, straight-talking Gary McPhee shares the microphone with Mike King and the ‘Nut-Cracker’ Dr David Codyre. From behind his tough exterior, Gary reveals his story of depression and crisis, and tells of finding a way through to the light at the end of the tunnel.

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Latest radio show

Motorcycles, Mates & Mental Health

Nick Scott, a passionate motorcyclist and content creator, is relaxed and reflective as he shares his mental health journey. Speaking on the Nutters Club radio show on NewstalkZB, Scott revealed how his struggles with anxiety and depression led him to a breaking point. However, the unwavering support of his friends and fellow riders helped him regain stability and purpose.

Scott described how his mental health deteriorated after a series of personal challenges, including crippling anxiety and significant weight loss. At his lowest point, he withdrew from social interactions and struggled to find motivation. Yet, his motorcycle community refused to let him face his struggles alone.

Friends regularly checked in on him, even showing up at his house to ensure he was okay. Their pragmatic and compassionate approach provided the foundation for his recovery.

One pivotal moment came when Scott’s friend, “Big Nick,” encouraged him to embark on a motorcycle restoration project. Together, they acquired a 1994 Yamaha XJR 1200, which had seen better days. The project became a turning point for Scott, giving him a sense of purpose and a creative outlet. “Every step you take ends up being a little bit easier the next time,” Scott said, reflecting on how the project helped him rebuild his confidence.