Rural Exchange Radio – Interview with Tim Kavermann
Our founder Tim Kavermann sat down with REX Radio host Dominic George to discuss the evolution of Eat What You Kill and its mission to make conversations around mental health as common and necessary as sharing a meal.
In this conversation, Tim shares the journey of how Eat What You Kill grew from a humble Facebook group into a thriving community focused on food, hunting, fishing, and mental health awareness. The discussion covers the strong connection between food and mental wellbeing, the importance of sourcing wholesome food, and how the EWYK community has embraced both the culinary and mental health aspects of the brand.
Tim also discusses exciting upcoming developments including a new comprehensive web platform and podcast series “The Brave and the Wild” which will feature real stories from community members, experts, and professionals in the mental health field.
Rural Exchange (REX) is a leading rural radio program hosted by agricultural journalist Dominic George, dedicated to discussing rural challenges and celebrating key players in New Zealand’s agricultural sector. We’re honored to have been featured on this respected platform that focuses on important stories both inside and outside the farm gate.
Listen to the full interview above to hear about our mission, community impact, and future vision for Eat What You Kill.
Hi, I’m Tim Kavermann, the founder of Eat What You Kill (EWYK) and The Brave and The Wild (TBATW). I’m a brand strategist, designer, and photographer from Auckland, New Zealand. Throughout my journey, I’ve navigated the highs and lows of mental health and, in my 30s, discovered a passion for sourcing wild food, particularly through spearfishing—an ongoing challenge that continually pushes me outside my comfort zone. After years of building brands for others, I’m now channeling my experience and passion into EWYK and TBATW. By sharing my experiences and learnings, I hope to inspire and offer a space for others to openly embrace and share their own journeys.
