Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett

In this special summer bonus episode of Ask Me Anything, Paula is talking to Teina and Lichelle, two teens who have gone through the Graeme Dingle Foundation's Project K programme. After a year where all eyes were on problem teens and what should be done about them, Teina and Lichelle talk to Paula about the issues they've dealt with as teens, how the programme helped them, and what advice they ha...

On this week's episode - the final for 2022 - Paula sits down with Max Key to talk launching a business. They discuss his time in the spotlight, his social media regrets, and dealing with anxiety, before discussing launching a business and what advice he has for those looking to get into property.  New episodes will return in February! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, Paula is joined by broadcaster and founder of The Medicine Gap, Rachel Smalley. They discuss Smalley's time as a journalist and her year in the public service and what she learned there, before digging into her work with The Medicine Gap, highlighting the New Zealanders who are unable to access the medicines they need to treat their conditions.  See omnystudio.com/listener...

On this week's episode, Paula is joined by Outlander, House of the Dragon and The Hobbit actor Graham McTavish. They discuss his life in Scotland, his decision to move to New Zealand, the big projects he's worked on, and going to fan conventions like Armageddon. He also shares advice for surviving long days on set and other tips for aspiring actors.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...

On this week's episode, Paula is joined by Bayleys head of insights, data and consulting, Chris Farhi. They discuss what is going on with the property market at the moment, what caused prices to rise and drop, and how close we are to seeing stability. He also shares advice for what sort of property to invest in, how to invest, and what different buyers at different stages need to know.  See omnyst...

On this week's episode, Paula is joined by celebrity chef and entrepreneur Simon Gault. They discuss his journey in the hospitality industry and how he got his start, the passion of his youth, and how becoming a father changed his life, before sharing advice on healthy eating and how to loss weight.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, Paula is joined by former Football Ferns Dr Michele Cox and Maia Jackman to discuss their new book, Murdering Middle Age. They discuss how they got into their careers and the world of female sport, before sharing their advice and what they've learned about middle age, menopause, and loving your life.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Ask Me Anything, Paula is joined by former Police Commissioner Mike Bush. The two worked together while Paula was the Police Minister, and they discuss their years working together - including an interesting incident in the Solomon Islands - and the purpose of policing, as well as Mike's long career and his big challenges. Mike also shares his advice for people wanting to help t...

On this episode of Ask Me Anything, Paula is joined by journalist turned author Dylan Reeve to discuss his new book, Fake Believe . He discusses his 20 years following local conspiracy theorists, what's changed in recent years, and what he's learned that could help someone with friends or family stuck down a disinformation rabbit hole. Plus, they discuss his documentary, Tickled, and the impact th...

On this episode of Ask Me Anything, Paula is joined by Coast Days host Lorna Subritzky. They talk her experiences in broadcasting and the interesting trips she's had as a travel writer, and get into her ongoing treatment for breast cancer. Lorna shares her advice for those going through treatment, and what friends and family need to know to help their loved ones during this time.  See omnystudio.c...

On this episode of Ask Me Anything, Paula is joined by multi-talented creative and 'Snapchat Dude' Tom Sainsbury. The two discuss the panini-sized elephant in the room - why exactly did Tom choose to impersonate Paula for all those years? - as well as discussing his upbringing, heading to the United States and practising Buddhism. They then focus on social media and what you can do to rake in the...

On this episode of Ask Me Anything, Paula is joined by Bree Tomasel. The fun-loving Australian has become a familiar voice and face to Kiwis via her hosting duties on ZM’s Bree & Clint show and Celebrity Treasure Island. They discuss Bree's party trick, how she broke into radio, health issues, and the impact Australia's vote on equal marriage had on her. Paula and Bree then share their advice...

On this episode of Ask Me Anything, Paula is joined by former Labour Party leader and outgoing Auckland mayor Phil Goff. They discuss raising kids while working in politics, the joy of making a positive impact, and knowing to get out when the goings good. Then they share their advice for making New Zealanders get more involved in local democracy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...

On this episode of Ask Me Anything, Paula is joined by former All Blacks captain Kieran Read to discuss his transition from international rugby to leadership coaching. They discuss growing up with sport, regional rivalries and leadership, before both share advice and their experiences on changing careers in the public eye, the support around for professional sports players, and adjusting to a new...

On this episode of Ask Me Anything, Paula is joined by Alice and Caleb Pearson, the winner's of the second season of The Block NZ who have gone on to make a career out of home renovation. They discuss raising four kids and their experience on reality TV - and if they'd ever go back. They then share their advice for people planning on renovating their home, and how to get the most out of selling yo...

On this episode of Ask Me Anything, Paula is joined by Newshub reporter and newsreader Oriini Kaipara to celebrate Te Wiki o te Reo Māori. They discuss Oriini's history-making turn fronting the news, the feedback she still receives for that, as well as prioritising Maori stories and juggling raising her family. They then focus on advice for people starting out on their Te Reo journeys, and how to...

On this episode of Ask Me Anything, Paula is joined by science educator, business owner, Science Digest podcast host - it's Nanogirl herself, Dr Michelle Dickinson. They discuss pregnancy and fertility, being a woman in male-dominated areas, and focus on how we should be educating our kids.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the premiere episode of Ask Me Anything, Paula is joined by Newstalk ZB host, Woman's Day columnist and reality TV star Kerre Woodham. They swap stories and advice on raising children by yourself, parenting teenagers, getting into broadcasting, and focus on how to be bold with your opinions.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett is an exciting new podcast from the New Zealand Herald. Listen every Sunday from August 28th!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.