Golden Glimmers

PRINS is back for Part 2 — and this time, she’s telling the stories that never made it into Part 1. In this episode of Golden Glimmers, she opens up about the moments that shaped her, the lessons learned behind the scenes, and the truths she’s finally ready to share. It’s raw, real, and full of the kind of honesty that reminds us why her journey resonates so deeply. From career highs to personal r...

In this episode of Golden Glimmers, I sit down with former Christchurch Mayor and long-serving Cabinet Minister Lianne Dalziel for a raw and powerful kōrero about leadership, resilience, and what it truly means to serve. Lianne shares openly about: Her journey through national politics and local government Leading Christchurch through its most challenging years post-earthquake The personal cost of...

Zoey reconnects with civil engineer Elena Hoffman, a project manager and mum of two who has built roads across the South Island. With experience on both the contractor and client sides, Elena shares her journey through the world of infrastructure, leadership, and life as a woman in a male-dominated field. This episode is an honest look at career, family, and forging your own path in a demanding in...

In this episode of Golden Glimmers, I sit down with the incredible Deryl Penjueli — People & Culture Manager, mum of three, founder of Koko Active, and one of the most grounded, inspiring women I know. We talk about growing up on a sheep and beef farm, being one of four sisters, early career lessons (including getting fired!), bold leadership, building businesses, grief and resilience, and wha...

In this episode of Golden Glimmers, I sit down with Christchurch-based artist and creative powerhouse Ellie Compton — founder of Maker of Chaos — whose bold lines and large-scale works are as captivating as her career journey. Ellie originally studied architecture, but over time realised that her true passion lived in the world of visual art — outside the traditional lines. She made the brave leap...

In this powerful and heartfelt episode of Golden Glimmers, Zoey Tomlinson Rout sits down with Green MP Lan Pham for an honest conversation about values, grief, identity, and leadership. From her deep environmental roots to her refusal to be boxed in by political or personal labels, Lan shares what it means to show up as a conscious human in a world that needs more compassion and courage. We explor...

PRINS joins Golden Glimmers to talk humble beginnings, leaving uni, and proving herself in the music world. From garage rehearsals to Rolling Stone features, she shares the real story behind the rise. Honest, raw, and inspiring—this one’s for anyone chasing a dream. In collab with Tahu FM & Plains FM. Hosted by Zoey Tomlinson Rout

From a small town in New Zealand to working on global events like the Brit Awards and Rugby World Cup, Rachael Worsley’s career is nothing short of inspiring. In this episode, we chat about her journey from Mapua to London, breaking into a top marketing agency, and the challenges of working on high-profile campaigns. Tune in for career insights, behind-the-scenes stories, and advice on chasing big...

In this captivating continuation, Brooke Henderson shares more of her incredible journey. We delve into her experiences in marketing with the Crusaders and Canterbury Rugby, navigating redundancy, and the brave leap into entrepreneurship. Brooke opens up about the emotional toll of these transitions, discussing mental health and depression with honesty and empathy, reminding us all that we are not...

This session was SO good that we have decided to do a Part 1 and 2, because how on earth can you discuss your upbringing including a few moves, loss of a best friend to the Canterbury Earthquake, parents' separation, own divorce, having the courage to leave a 'dream job' and so much more within a 55 minute session? Not possible.

I met Sonja a few years ago when I reached out to her asking if I could help with the fashion shows. Fast forward to today and we have now done lots of shows together across the South Island and its always a highlight of my year. Son is a multi talented performer, she has traveled the world and has some incredible stories. I learnt so much about her and I walked away loving and admiring her even m...

Stacey is one of the sweetest humans I have been fortunate enough to meet. She is known around New Zealand as being one of the most talented and in-demand makeup artists who has experience working with Chanel, Mac, Clinique and more. She is also a wife, an Entrepreneur and Founder of her beauty brand Soleil and Soul, Content creator AND pet Mom. Join me as we unpack the twists and turns of Stacey'...

We all have a story. There's the one we share when we meet new people, start a new job or tell at interviews. Then there's the Real story, the unfiltered one. In this episode I am in the studio recording an episode with Emily. The twist is that she will be interviewing me. It's time to get super honest about the topics I typically shy away from. It's time to get vulnerable and build true connectio...

Join me as I sit down with Natalie Hone as we unpack her journey becoming become a police officer and being promoted to being a Detective whilst still in her 20's. Nat and I discuss some of the crazy situations she has had to navigate whilst in the force. We dig a little deeper and talk about having the courage to leave a relationship that was no longer serving her, finding new love and beginning...

Having Emily in the studio to share her story was an absolute joy. Emily has an incredible journey to date including customer service in a cafe, working as a Dog Behaviouralist, hospo and retail before she found her passion. I have had the pleasure of knowing Em both personally and professionally for over 10 years. She is hilarious, hardworking and she has no problem with being vulnerable to build...

This podcast episode is like the movie Step Brothers, but rather than 40 year old lads - it’s a couple of driven girls in their 30's working towards their dreams ✨️🧚‍♀️ Today I had the pleasure of interviewing @bridgetwilliams8 , the founder of @beadandproceed and @retrogymclub . It’s safe to say we bonded over pretty much EVERYTHING - coffee rituals, fashion, sustainability and more, the hour f...

Felicity is a fellow small town girl, was born and raised in Timaru. We met each other working backstage at the Breast Cancer Cure Fashion shows a few years ago and just clicked. She is a business owner, musician, local personality, MC and host, show creative director, World of Wearable Arts Finalist and so much more. Felicity is vibrant and energetic but also creates a warm and grounding feeling...

An absolute pleasure and a highlight of my year has been sitting down with my friend Nat and talking about her journey. Natacha talks openly about her early days and childhood and life before the big move. She talks about the way she felt as she navigated the twists and turns of life. Nat has been driven since a young age and continues to challenge herself, learn and grow. We laugh. We gasp, we ge...