Kiwi Yarns

Today’s guest is one of our country’s greatest athletes.Dame Sophie Pascoe is our most decorated Paralympian and is the youngest person to be appointed a Dame - in the 2022 New Year’s Honours for her services to swimming.She is a remarkable woman, a truly special role model - we are so lucky to have her!It’s also been a massive year away from the black line for Sophie - she got married this year, and her and her husband Rob will be welcoming their first child in 2024.This is a remarkable episode, I'm so grateful Sophie shared this with us. X Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s guest is 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 winner of the Award for Best Female Performer from the NZ Comedy Guild an incredible four times. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

TimProvise, roving sports reporter and host of the hilarious show Bakery Run, discusses his journey in finding his biological father, challenges in producing comedic content for his radio show, experiences with the vegan community, meeting the head of UFC ANZ, pastries, podcasting reflections, and gratitude towards a supporter.

Today’s guest is a very familiar face on our TV screens, the wonderful Entertainment Editor and Film Reviewer for Newshub - Kate Rodger.She has been all over the world, interviewed the biggest actors in the world, and knows everything there is to know about the film industry. Kate has this divine voice and delivery style that lures you in - even if you didn’t like the movie she’s talking about, you’re entranced!Kate also took a massive one for the team recently, and talked publicly about dealing with menopause.This is such a fantastic conversation, thank you Kate x Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Well I’m not mad about the fact that this week’s guest is yet another wonderful Kiwi success story - another brilliantly smart woman who’s made a name for herself on the global stage for all the right reasons.Brianne West is the founder and former CEO of Ethique - the world’s first zero waste beauty brand.As it stands, Ethique has prevented more than 28 million plastic bottles from beauty and household items from being made and disposed of in landfills.Her next target? Plastic drink bottles. What a woman! She cannot be stopped and we shan't get in her way! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We absolutely love and celebrate success stories here at Kiwi Yarns, and today’s episode is no exception.I have LOVED watching the rise of Emma Lewisham, since she and her stunning skincare products came on the scene in 2019. Now, Emma Lewisham is a global brand stocked at the likes of Mecca and Harrods, and stars are jumping over themselves to wear it.A fascinating insight into the mind of an incredibly smart, super cool, and humble businesswoman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s guest is actually, quite possibly, the nicest man you’ll ever meet.Sam Smith is a comedian, a writer, a musician (but not to be confused with the other Sam Smith haha), he’s a dentist (yes that's correct), an MC, AND he won this year’s first season of The Traitors alongside Anna Reeve.Not only is Sam one of the nicest people you’ll ever meet, and has all those mad skills, he lives life with MS and he's legally blind.But as you'll hear - he lets NOTHING slow him down. I am lucky to call him a friend and find him so damn inspirational. You'll love this one.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s guest quite possibly could’ve learnt to drive before he walked…Third generation driver Jono Lester hails from mighty Palmerston North and was born and raised at the Manfield circuit - set up and operated by his family. He followed in the footsteps of his grandfather, father and aunty. It’s like he has petrol in his veins!It's fascinating hearing about the highs and lows of his career thus far, and what he's learnt along the way.Hear about how happy he is back racing home with FHK Racing - the New Zealand GT racing team - and their grand plans!Fun facts: he had his first crash when he was nine, and he's also an ultra marathon runner. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s guest is a business owner and body confidence influencer who’s amassed a huge social media following for being funny, honest and undeniably authentic.Ellie Fitzgerald - or Loving Ellies Belly as she’s known on Instagram and TikTok - is someone that can put a smile on your face daily while also reminding you life doesn’t revolve around your fat rolls or what you look like in the mirror.She also runs Abeille Candles with her husband Brett in North Canterbury - and I can tell you the Christmas Pine scent is my all time favourite! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s guest is one of the country’s most-loved chefs - not only because he makes glorious food and has owned a number of fantastic restaurants, but Michael Van de Elzen has also really nailed being a top notch TV presenter on shows like Eat Well for Less, The Food Truck and Kiwi Living.Now, Michael has released his sixth cookbook, Good from Scratch - the same name of his cooking school in Muriwai, west of Auckland city.He shares some fantastic yarns - including an unfortunate chafing incident at the Tate Modern. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices