Episodes
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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 one of the first high profile New Zealanders, to talk about depression and mental health, JK plays a massive role in this space - he is remarkable to watch and learn from.
He also has a wine company, is an amazing TV Presenter and Rugby commentator, and really bloody fantastic man.
This podcast was EVERYTHING I needed to hear at the moment - so I best let him invoice me for one of the most valuable therapy sessions ever! Hope you get something from it too. -
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 there.
I was so excited to meet Allyson and to hear about her amazing career, her journey to becoming a mother, and her outlook on life.
She was even more amazing than I had imagined possible - and she brought Pavlova and homemade relishes and sauces in. HOW GOOD.
Merry Christmas everyone and thank you so much for your continued support. Cannot wait to rip back in next year. -
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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.
What's amazing about Billy is he isn't afraid to open up about his feelings, and the highs and lows of being a professional athlete.
He's a great role model for surfing, and an integral part of our sports culture. -
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 have a girl crush on Amber before, you absolutely will now!
*There is also the odd swear word in the episode too... -
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 from and how the kid who grew up in Whakatāne got so ridiculously fast.
Also, find out how long I can keep up with him while he runs at race pace. -
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 FIFTEEN MINUTES before the year 2000. -
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 first with his pretty amazing cancer story, and also why there's an "ex" in front of comedian.
A really cool guy who will absolutely put a smile on your face. -
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 decade, and how tough it was being a solo mum at the same time.
Suzanne is truly one of the greats - I respect her mahi so much. -
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 ambitions to be a rockstar himself.
A fascinating look into the live music industry - some great war stories in here! -
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.
You'll get a fascinating insight into why the 1995 Rugby World Cup Final still hurts just as much as it did back then.
You'll also find out what inspires and drives Kamo - and there's plenty for us all to take home! -
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 absolutely learn something from her - I guarantee it. -
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 health future by using AI to analyse a routine eye exam.
Our Good Kiwi is the angel in Wellington giving free dental care to the homeless.
And Paddy warns us not to take the kiwi bird for granted.
If you like what you hear, search for TFN in your favourite podcast player, new episode every Wednesday. -
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 have a bloody good kōrero about Paddy losing his job, getting a new job, and why he thinks the future of the media industry will be ok. -
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 thoughts. It's like reading your feelings, and it's also like your bestie giving you a hug in book form.
Lucy is the founder and CEO of Shit You Should Care About, and Bel is a published writer and poet, and they're both just stunning women - using their platforms for good.
It's hectic and chaotic and lovely. -
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, child sponsorship, trauma counselling, and disaster zones. -
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 Deli.
Al's story is pretty intriguing. His honesty and vulnerability really moved me in this episode. -
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 it comes out.
It's been a huge year for the actress, getting The White Lotus role, starring alongside Elijah Wood in Bookworm, and her brilliant performance in Friends Like Her. But you'll hear straight out the gate, she is VERY much like you and I, which will make you fall in love with her immediately. -
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 Second Row. We talk about that history-making career but also life after rugby and how he’s off with his wonderful wife Hannah and the kids to the farm in Hawke’s Bay. How good. -
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 level you right back out to peace again. Think of it like Kiwi Happy Feet. They're absolute treasures, funny as hell too!
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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 woman from Taranaki.
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