Best Stuff | Brodie Kane Media Podcasts (2025)

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'Te Tiriti is your friend - it’s nothing to be scared of': Eru Kapa-Kingi on why tangata whenua rights benefit everyone 59:35

1d ago59:35

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This week, we meet Toitū te Tiriti spokesperson and Auckland Law School academic Eru Kapa-Kingi. Eru became the face and voice of Hīkoi mō te Tiriti, which saw more than 50,000 people descend on Parliament late last year to demonstrate the unity of Māori and Tangata Tiriti, and to oppose the Treaty Principles Bill. It was a historic moment - one th…

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Abigail Hannah on falling back in love with Aotearoa while healing from depression, and the issue with travel influencers 1:10:51

8d ago1:10:51

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Today’s guest has a job that, on the surface, many would describe as a "dream job" and say, "oh, how lucky!" While there’s no denying that the titles “travel blogger,” “travel writer,” and “travel photographer” have a certain allure, Abigail Hannah’s backstory is truly fascinating. Born in Aotearoa, Abigail spent most of her childhood growing up in…

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Black Caps great Martin Guptill on his treatment by New Zealand Cricket, dealing with death threats after the 2019 World Cup, and life as a stay-at-home dad 1:03:20

15d ago1:03:20

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He holds the record for the highest ever ODI score for New Zealand, and over a 13-year international career, he represented his country in 367 matches. He is also New Zealand’s all-time leading T20 run-scorer. Yet Martin Guptill reveals that he had little say in how his international career ended - it was almost as if he was “ghosted” by New Zealan…

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Actress Rebecca Gibney on the key to longevity, hosting Sensing Murder, dancing, and MMA 51:56

21d ago51:56

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Rebecca Gibney is everything I’d hoped she’d be – and more. If I say Packed to the Rafters, Halifax f.p., The Flying Doctors, Sensing Murder – you say Rebecca Gibney. Rebecca Gibney – and I don’t think you can refer to her by just her first name – has been a fixture in film and television for over 40 years, working across both Aotearoa and Australi…

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'I've been able to get through because of the strength of other survivors': Ali Mau's powerful memoir reveals abuse, but also unimaginable strength 1:24:00

29d ago1:24:00

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I've known Ali Mau for 13 years. We first met when I started working as a producer on Q+A at TVNZ, and she was the host of Fair Go. She took me under her wing, taught me how to do piece-to-cameras, and has been a mentor and dear friend ever since. Like many others, I did not know about the abuse she had suffered as a child until I read her book. It…

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Samantha Hayes on dealing with grief from all angles, interviewing Megadeth, auditioning with a cold sore, and being a perfectionist 1:31:57

1M ago1:31:57

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Samantha Hayes was just 23 when she became the presenter of Nightline - the country's youngest presenter at the time. Since then, she has cage-dived with sharks without the main part of the cage (wild), brought the Mongrel Mob and Black Power together for an interview for the first time, and been in most Kiwis’ living rooms as co-anchor alongside M…

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‘The best thing I’ve ever done’: How full immersion kura changed former Silver Fern Courtney Tairi’s life 1:03:02

1M ago1:03:02

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Today’s guest is Silver Fern number 151, Courtney Tairi. The former netball international and award-winning broadcaster was born and raised in Sydney, but, in her own words, her whānau and blood are Kiwi. Tainui is her tribe, Waikato is her river, Maungatautari is her mountain, and her subtribe is Ngāti Korokī/Kahukura. Courtney has just left Sky S…

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Understanding your Human Design profile with Charlotte Hill 59:00

1M ago59:00

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Today’s guest works in a space that, I’ll admit, I am not remotely close to being an expert on. But when I heard Charlotte Hill, founder of True North, speak at a women’s event late last year, I was intrigued enough to open my mind and learn more. And what better way to do that than right here on Kiwi Yarns! Human Design claims to provide insights …

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Social media powerhouses Mike and Joelle Legg on going viral, setting boundaries, and navigating the wellness industry 1:08:32

2M ago1:08:32

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Mike and Joelle Legg have over a million followers on every social platform they’re on and are loved worldwide for their funny, relatable marriage content. They met at a flat viewing 19 years ago, have two boys, and recently swapped the hustle of Tāmaki Makaurau for a quieter life in Whangamatā. Joelle opens up about her experience with postpartum …

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Dick Frizzell on growing up in Hastings, learning the rules of art, breaking them, and becoming a 'bad artist' 52:47

2M ago52:47

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Artist, illustrator, and designer Dick Frizzell is one of New Zealand’s most recognisable artists, with a ginormous back catalogue (I don’t know if you call it that in the art world) of famous works spanning pop art, stunning landscapes, commercial illustrations, and even school journals. We explore all things art, from Dick's journey to finding hi…

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Brynley Stent and Kura Forrester on their Singles Club, Sonny Bill Williams at Pizza Hut, rejection, and independence 59:52

2M ago59:52

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Brynley Stent and Kura Forrester are two brilliantly talented comedians, actors, and writers. They’re also close friends who have just bared their souls in a new TV show all about being single. The Billy T Award winners travelled up and down the motu in search of love, delivering plenty of laughs along the way. But Bryn and Ku’s Singles Club also r…

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Halberg Para Athlete of the Year, Anna Grimaldi, on removing the sleeves, ditching the pockets, and no longer hiding her disability. 59:18

2M ago59:18

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Today’s guest is triple gold medal-winning Paralympian Anna Grimaldi, fresh off a Halberg Award win and delivering one of the best speeches of the night. The personal milestones Anna has achieved since becoming a para athlete are nothing short of remarkable. While we often focus on sporting achievements, it’s equally fascinating to look beyond the …

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How Richard Adams' deployment in Afghanistan inspired him to establish the disaster relief charity Taskforce Kiwi. 1:00:10

3M ago1:00:10

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Richard Adams is a former British Army officer who served in Afghanistan. He shares how his experiences there moved him to establish Taskforce Kiwi, a disaster relief charity made up of Defence Force veterans and former emergency service workers. The organisation provides crucial support to communities, offering assistance during and after natural …

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Eden Park CEO Nick Sautner talks concerts, the Warriors, a roof, and Aussie Rules. 49:20

3M ago49:20

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Now, full disclosure—today’s guest is an Australian. But before you hit skip, this Australian has played a monumental role in bringing some of the biggest events the country has seen to our largest sporting stadium, creating lifelong memories for hundreds of thousands of New Zealanders. Therefore, he gets a crack! Nick Sautner is the Chief Executiv…

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Dr Waseem Alzaher on breaking the stigma around medicinal cannabis. 1:03:11

3M ago1:03:11

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A fascinating chat this week with Dr Waseem Alzaher, the founder of Cannabis Clinic - the country's largest prescriber of medicinal cannabis. The 36-year-old moved to New Zealand from Iraq when he was seven. While he admits to having had a challenging start to his medical career, grappling with his identity and purpose, he has now found his path, p…

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Kill the sugar and the chicken tenders too: a frank chat about food with Ganesh Raj (plus learn to eat well for less). 1:11:22

3M ago1:11:22

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If this episode doesn't get you even a little bit inspired or fired up, I'll give you your money back! Ganesh Raj graces our TV screens with the hit show Eat Well for Less, and it's there where his passion for food education grew. Now, this top chef dedicates a massive chunk of his life to ensuring as many people as possible have access to good foo…

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Breaking down walls and killing off bad sex with Holistic Sex Coach Melissa Vranjes! 1:06:49

4M ago1:06:49

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It’s the first episode of the year and I thought we’d come in really hot! Today's guest is certified holistic sex and relationship coach and educator, Melissa Vranjes. Melissa loves to empower women, encouraging us to embrace our sexuality, and it doesn't necessarily start (or finish) in the bedroom. What I love about people like Melissa is she put…

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Summer Yarns: Suzanne Paul 55:33

4M ago55:33

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Today we re-visit my yarn with a NATIONAL TREASURE. Sure, Suzanne Paul was born in England but she is our official infomercial queen. But it’s not just thousands of luminous spheres that make us all love her - her dogged determination and work ethic through every part of her career is so inspirational. Gosh, talk about someone who never ever ever g…

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Summer Yarns: Justine Smith 51:42

4M ago51:42

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Today we re-visit my yarn with the first comedian I ever saw live and rest assured she’s been a favourite ever since! The award-winning Justine Smith took her first gig as a dare - and to sound cliché the rest is history. But, as you'll hear, the rest took time, patience and bloody hard work. She won the Billy T Award in 2003, and has been the winn…

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Summer Yarns: Sir John Kirwan 59:16

4M ago59:16

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Today we re-visit a yarn I had with a man, I feel like it’s fair to say, we all know and love - Sir John Kirwan. JK had a remarkable rugby career as a World Cup winning All Black, played rugby league for the Auckland Warriors, has been a respected international coach, and of course is a major figure in Aotearoa as a mental health advocate. Being on…

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There's a Pav in the studio! Allyson Gofton delivers Christmas cheer for the last episode of the year! 1:04:32

4M ago1:04:32

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I am absolutely fizzing at the bung to bring you our last guest for 2024! It’s Christmas week, so we are so lucky to have the absolute kitchen QUEEN, Allyson Gofton, here to send us all on our merry way. She hosted the best 60 seconds of television we used to have, Food in a Minute (campaign to bring it back), and the nostalgia in this chat is all …

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Olympian & surfing champion Billy Stairmand on the ups and downs of 2024 1:00:15

5M ago1:00:15

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Pro surfer Billy Stairmand is gearing up for a summer at home with his dog Obie at his beloved Raglan after a massive year of surfing, including competing at the Paris Olympics (in Tahiti). Billy's been on the world stage for 14 years and still has the same energy and love for the sport, describing it as his dream job he's grateful for every day. W…

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Former Miss World New Zealand, and style queen, Amber Peebles 58:51

5M ago58:51

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Today’s guest is, in my opinion, one of the most stylish and sweetest women in Aotearoa. Amber Peebles is a former Miss World New Zealand, television host, and professional make-up artist, and is now the co-owner of luxury homewares company Isle of Omni. Warning: we use the words ooze (well I do) and moist in this podcast - in which if you didn't h…

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A full Olympic debrief with silver medallist Hayden Wilde - including what The Seine did to him 1:14:30

5M ago1:14:30

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Can you remember the emotion we all went through watching Hayden Wilde's triathlon at the Paris Olympics? Well, be ready to go there again with a fascinating insight into that race. Our top triathlete has had a stonking year and we reflect on all the hard graft it's taken to reach the top. We find out where Hayden's remarkable sportsmanship comes f…

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The battle behind Ellesse Andrews' Olympic golds 53:48

5M ago53:48

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What a ripper of an Olympics it was for Ellesse. The cycling superstar won two golds and a silver in Paris - only the second New Zealander (after Dame Lisa Carrington no less!) to win three medals at a single Games. Hear how she had to fight every step of the way in that brutal week to win. It's an incredible story! Fun fact: Ellesse was born FIFTE…

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The man who killed cancer - David Downs 54:23

6M ago54:23

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David Downs is one of those clever humans who can put lots of interesting words next to his name. I will list a few for you: he is the CEO of New Zealand Story Group, he is a chairman, he is an ambassador, he is an author, he is a speaker, he is an actor. He is also a genetically modified organism and an ex-comedian - find out what he means by the …

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Suzanne McFadden: a champion for women's sport. 1:00:03

6M ago1:00:03

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Today’s guest is award-winning journalist Suzanne McFadden. Suzanne has been monumental in the rise of coverage of women’s sports here in Aotearoa. She is an author, the co-host of the SASS TALK podcast, a wife, a mum, a nanna, a bird stalker and a sunset capturer. We discuss working as the only female sports journalist in a newsroom for over a dec…

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Kyle Bell - the unofficial godfather of Rhythm and Vines 1:02:36

6M ago1:02:36

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Today’s guest is a man who most of the time likes to be behind the scenes. But, Kyle Bell is responsible for bringing to life some of the country’s best performing and most loved gigs and festivals. The professional party planner is an award winning marketer and entrepreneur, he’s also the unofficial godfather of Rhythm and Vines, and once had high…

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Ian Jones - The Kamo Kid 1:04:44

6M ago1:04:44

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Ian Jones is one of the country's greatest All Blacks - and this is such a wholesome and inspiring chat about how "The Kamo Kid" came to be such a brilliant rugby player - but also such a great role model and so active in everything he's done since. Kamo is someone who grabs life by the proverbial but also someone who gives a lot back to others. Yo…

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Edna Swart 52:19

7M ago52:19

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There’s not a lot this fantastic young woman hasn’t done - she’s a businesswoman, entrepreneur, a mother, actress, reality star and a champion of women. Edna Swart is proof that if you want something it’s up to you to get it, and the success of her business ED&i Body is testament to that. Whether you agree or not with everything Edna says, you will…

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Brodie recommends: TFN - The F#$%ing News 26:09

7M ago26:09

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If you enjoyed Brodie and Paddy's yarn this week, then get your ears around Paddy's new podcast. It's called The F#$%ing News and it's all about positive news! This week in the middle of the America’s Cup regatta, Paddy has one question - “what and why is a ‘Cyclor’?” Paddy meets the Brainy Kiwi going global with technology that can predict your he…

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Paddy Gower and Brodie Kane dissect their books... 45:54

7M ago45:54

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This is a bit of a special episode of Kiwi Yarns where Brodie's good pal Paddy Gower comes in and they have a bit of a yarn about their books. Best believe they play two truths and a lie, and see who wins the prize for reading a segment of the other person's book without laughing. There might be a teaser in there for book two, too. But also, they h…

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Lucy Blakiston + Bel Hawkins 1:02:19

7M ago1:02:19

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We have two wonderful women on Kiwi Yarns this week - Lucy Blakiston and Bel Hawkins have just realised their stunning book, Make it Make Sense - a collection of essays, anecdotes, poems and lists. But it's also kind of like a guide to life for women but not, if you know what I mean! And, it's the company you need when you're feeling alone in your …

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Helen Manson 50:52

7M ago50:52

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Today’s guest is award-winning humanitarian photographer and storyteller Helen Manson. The mother-of-four has travelled to more than 47 countries to capture and tell the stories of the world’s most marginalised and vulnerable people in some of the most challenging situations. Helen has documented famine, refugee settlements, post-war environments, …

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Al Brown 1:05:31

8M ago1:05:31

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Today’s guest is one of Aotearoa's favourite chefs, Al Brown (he's definitely one of my favourites). The joy the fish sliders at Depot bring me, the simple brilliance of the Mean Joe Green Best Ugly Bagel which is compulsory whenever I am at Wellington Airport, and don’t even get me started on the chicken sandwich with chicken crackling at the Fed …

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Morgana O'Reilly 1:00:52

8M ago1:00:52

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This week we have the wonderfully talented and fabulous Morgana O'Reilly. We catch up on what it was like to work on one of the biggest shows in the world, The White Lotus. Morgana talks about how excited she was to take on the role, but how imposter syndrome crept in, how she dealt with it, and how she's feeling about what life will be like when i…

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Sam Whitelock 54:12

8M ago54:12

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Today’s guest is the most capped All Black in history. Sam Whitelock made 153 appearances in the black jersey, went to four Rugby World Cups, winning two. He played in 181 Super Rugby Games, winning seven Super Rugby titles with the Crusaders. Now, this monumental rugby chapter has closed. It’s beautifully reflected in Sam’s new book, View from the…

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Harrison Keefe + Nepia Takuira-Mita 51:43

8M ago51:43

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I cannot tell you how much joy actors Harrison Keefe and Nepia Takuira-Mita bring me every day. In a world where the internet - and in particular social media makes you feel like it’s all falling apart around you - the simple nature of the two lads “Come Vibe with Us” videos, where they stomp their feet and dance to absolute bangers is enough to le…

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Michaela Blyde 1:12:36

8M ago1:12:36

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This week I'm joined by two-time Olympic gold medallist, and Black Ferns Sevens superstar Michaela Blyde. I can confirm both gold medals including the fresh one from Paris are present for this interview! A fascinating look into life as an elite athlete at the Paris Olympics, and at the same time an incredibly wholesome chat with a beautiful young w…

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Jai Waite 47:21

9M ago47:21

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Today’s guest is New Zealand Paralympian number 156 - gold medal-winning Wheel Black, Jai Waite. Jai is also an internationally recognised and award-winning documentary maker. His latest is Wheel Blacks: Bodies on the Line - out this week - and it follows the Wheel Blacks as they battled to rise above declining resources to try and qualify for the …

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Cecilia Robinson 54:01

9M ago54:01

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Today’s guest is often described as a serial entrepreneur and innovator. Cecilia Robinson is the founder and co-CEO of Tend Health. She dropped out of university to start her first business, then went on to build the hugely successful My Food Bag. She is a champion of women, a mother of three children and and is passionate about sharing her wisdom …

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Brodie recommends: The Trial - Philip Polkinghorne 28:29

9M ago28:29

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Here's a podcast I'm wrapping my earholes around! On Easter Monday 2021, police were called to the home of a successful professional couple in the affluent Auckland suburb of Remuera. They found the body of Pauline Hanna. In his emergency call, her husband, Philip Polkinghorne, said she killed herself. Sixteen months later he was charged with her m…

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Sir John Key 1:45:00

9M ago1:45:00

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Today’s guest is the former Prime Minister, Sir John Key. The money trader-turned-politician-turned-board chair with a real passion for golf served as New Zealand’s 38th Prime Minister from 2008 until 2016. Sir John’s famously been called a “rich prick” a “smiling assassin” and even “bland”. We discuss all of those names, why he's comfortable with …

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Chris Parker and Tom Sainsbury 1:07:09

9M ago1:07:09

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What's better than Chris Parker, or Tom Sainsbury? Chris Parker AND Tom Sainsbury in the same room together on the same podcast. Both have come on Kiwi Yarns individually, but they've achieved so much since then and are doing so many wonderful things that I thought we ought to sit them down together for a glorious catch up. And they're such great m…

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Josie Pagani 1:08:23

10M ago1:08:23

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Josie Pagani works in aid, politics, trade and media and has recently become the chief executive of ChildFund New Zealand. She's a well-respected, international and political commentator and her mahi has taken her all over the world. From rubbing shoulders with world leaders, to nearly ending up in a KGB jail in Russia as a teenager, Josie shares s…

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Emma Twigg 39:24

10M ago39:24

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Brodie's been unwell this week (winter!) so in her absence, we're re-upping an oldie but a goodie ahead of the Paris Olympics later this month. Enjoy this episode from the archive with kiwi champion rower Emma Twigg and her amazing story about how it all went right on the day. === Olympic rowing champion Emma Twigg personifies a never-give-up attit…

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Shavaughn Ruakere 1:04:54

10M ago1:04:54

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Today’s guest is actress and presenter Shavaughn Ruakere. There are many reasons Kiwis love Shavaughn - whether it’s the nostalgia of What Now, the heartbreak of her beloved character Roimata being taken from us so tragically on Shortland Street (I'm still not ok about it), her stunning dancing on Dancing with the Stars, or calling out the Fboys on…

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Mark Crysell 59:25

10M ago59:25

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Today’s guest is award-winning journalist Mark Crysell. I tell you one thing about award-winning journalists like Mark Crysell is they have GREAT stories to share. Like travelling to North Korea, working as Europe Correspondent for TVNZ and fighting for the little guy on Fair Go. Mark is a wonderful storyteller, and puts a lot of it down to his lov…

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Ineke Meredith 50:59

11M ago50:59

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Today’s guest is Ineke Meredith, a remarkable woman who spent a good chunk of her childhood in Samoa but left to follow her dreams, winning a a scholarship to study medicine in Aotearoa. Now, she's living in Paris as a surgeon with her husband, can see the Eiffel Tower from her apartment and rides her Vespa around the city of love. Ineke also runs …

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Dario Nustrini 50:06

11M ago50:06

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Today’s guest is a man by the name of Dario Nustrini, who's just published a book called Nothing Significant to Report: The Misadventures of a Kiwi Soldier. I thought it would be great to compare Army notes with him! Dario joined after high school, where he describes himself as a young man who had been on a steady diet of spliffs, Speights and the …

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