Simon Bridges: Generally Famous

Tom Sainsbury is a walking definition of polymath. An acclaimed actor, comedian, director and writer - not to mention Snapchat Dude - he tells Simon about swapping his parents' Matamata farm for the bright lights of Auckland. They talk Buddhism, veganism and why he wants a statue. Tom also explains why he decided to impersonate Simon - complete with acrostic poems! - in a series of viral videos. T...

Join Simon Bridges and various guests from season 3 as they respond to his quickfire General Knowledge questions. Generally Famous will return shortly for its fourth season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After excelling as a dancer and snowboarder, Hayley Holt became a regular and popular face on our TV screens. Professional success was offset by alcoholism and losing a child in late pregnancy before she battled back. She chats to Simon about facing her demons, her ADHD diagnosis, her brush with politics - and the joys of family life with her partner and baby son, Raven. Hayley's autobiography, Se...

Ryan Fox interrupts preparations for arguably the most prestigious golf tournament in the world to tell Simon what life's really like as a top pro. He reveals why he turned down the huge payday offered by LIV Golf, recalls the pivotal moment his father, Grant Fox, stopped him quitting and explains why he thinks he can win the 2023 Masters - with a bit of help from Simon's old boss! You can read st...

Acting Royalty Dame Miranda Harcourt has worked with some of the biggest names in Hollywood but says the her most useful acting experience was working in the New Zealand prison system, using theater for social change. She tells Simon about Alison Holst's pantry, using the Samoan concept of le va in her job, and how it's important to be a human first. Check out her substack at https://mirandaharcou...

In a frank and thought-provoking conversation, Mike King opens up on his transformation from celebrated TV stand-up comedian to mental health champion via drug and alcohol addiction. He discusses what some parents get wrong and the state of mental health treatment in Aotearoa. He and Simon also chat about cancel culture, Billy T James and what it means to feel Māori. Mike is the founding ambassado...

Optometrist turned investor: Girls That Invest co-founder Simran Kaur shares the secrets of buying a house at 23 and becoming a millionaire by 26. Simon and Simran talk Warren Buffet, making financial education equitable for all and how she works out where to put her money. Keep up to date with Girls That Invest here. You can read stories supporting this episode on stuff.co.nz. Need more great pod...

Black Cap great Dion Nash explains how being caught putting on moisturiser sparked the idea for life after elite sport. He tells us how he met his wife Bernice Mene over tequila, the importance of ambition and compares T20 cricket to UberEats. You can read stories supporting this episode on stuff.co.nz and if you need more great podcasts, check out Stuff's full catalogue here. GET IN TOUCH Feedbac...

The Sione's Wedding star reflects on the power of Pasifika story-telling and how to make it mainstream. She recalls growing up at her parents' takeaway shops in Tauranga, trades tales with Simon about teenage years in Te Atatu, and explains how she found positives from the sex tape scandal that saw her take years out of the public eye. You can read stories supporting this episode on stuff.co.nz an...

The New York-based double Grammy winner discusses new album A Reckoning, her career plans and how she comes up with her rhythm-centric songs. The Hamilton-born star is showing no signs of slowing down, revealing she has four more albums in the works. Kimbra's podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/playing-with-fire/id1651012571 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kiwi motorsport sensation Liam Lawson is on the cusp on landing a dream spot in Formula One. He tells Simon about the physical toll of driving the fastest racing cars in the world, how Drive to Survive has changed the sport and why coming from Aotearoa New Zealand can be a big plus for young drivers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Generally Famous is back on Feb 8 for another star-studded season. To make sure you don't miss the first episode with Liam Lawson, follow Generally Famous wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Generally Famous is having a short summer holiday. But we didn't want to abandon you during the break, so we've pulled together some of the best bits from seasons one and two. Today: some of our favourite guests talk about times they were starstruck. Simon will be back in early 2023 with more generally famous - but always interesting - guests chatting about life, love and what makes them tick. Unt...

Generally Famous is having a short summer holiday. But we didn't want to abandon you during the break, so we've pulled together some of the best bits from season one and two. Today: some of our favourite guests talk money. Simon will be back in early 2023 with more generally famous - but always interesting - guests chatting about life, love and what makes them tick. Until then, thanks for listenin...

Generally Famous is having a short summer holiday. But we didn't want to abandon you during the break, so we've pulled together some of the best bits from seasons one and two. Today: some of our favourite guests tell us about their origins. Simon will be back in early 2023 with more generally famous - but always interesting - guests chatting about life, live and what makes them tick. Until then, t...

Generally Famous is having a short summer holiday. But we didn't want to abandon you during the break, so we’ve pulled together some of the best bits from seasons one and two. Today: some of our favourite guests talk wellbeing and health. Simon will be back in early 2023 with more generally famous - but always interesting - guests chatting about life, love and what makes them tick. Until then, tha...

Generally Famous is having a short summer holiday. But we didn't want to abandon you during the break, so we’ve pulled together some of the best bits from seasons one and two. Today: some of our favourite guests talk food and drink. Simon will be back in early 2023 with more generally famous - but always interesting - guests chatting about life, love and what makes them tick. Until then, thanks fo...

Simon will bring you more brilliant guests very soon. In the meantime, keep following Generally Famous for special bonus episodes over the holiday period. And for more great summer listening from Stuff, visit: www.stuff.co.nz/podcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Liam Malone was one of the fastest people on the planet when he won double gold at the 2016 Paralympics. The double below-knee amputee tells Simon about seeing his disability as an opportunity not a disadvantage, describes the pain of running on blades and offers his insights on Oscar Pistorius. Liam also recalls the modelling assignment for Vogue in New York that prompted a 'date' with a pop supe...

Award-winning journalist Jehan Casinader walked away from a full-time role with TVNZ and now spends much of his time as a keynote speaker, offering insights on mental health, leadership and diversity. His book, This Is Not How It Ends: How rewriting your story can save your life, covers his four-year struggle with depression and how the power of storytelling helped him to survive. He talks to Simo...

Arguably New Zealand's greatest male batter joins Simon for a chat about his childhood, cricket career and the reaction to his autobiography, Black & White. Ross explains how Australians have treated him since his retirement, tells the Taj Mahal story he teases his wife about and reveals a taste for fine - and pricey - wine. And he discusses the fallout from losing the Black Caps captaincy to Bren...

The award-winning broadcaster explains why she has no regrets about leaving her fulltime role with TVNZ, why she's loving her new profession, and the "emotional roller coaster" of four years trying to have a baby with her husband. She and Simon also discuss their first Top Gear-inspired meeting - and the secrets of controlling audiences during corporate MC gigs. Learn more about your ad choices. V...

Zuru co-founder Nick Mowbray quit law school because he didn't want to do the reading. Now he's one of New Zealand's richest men, with a share in a family fortune estimated at $3 billion. In a rare interview, he opens up about the sacrifices he made on his journey to global success, what the future holds - and what it's really like hanging out with the Kardashians. Learn more about your ad choices...

The Kiwi pop icon went from being a homeless busker in London to the top of the charts. He tells Simon about falling out - and making up - with his parents, fitting manicures into his rock 'n' roll lifestyle, touring with Ed Sheeran and being ready to meet Ms Right and settle down. Mitch's new album, Patience, is out now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The power couple behind some of Auckland's most memorable restaurants reveal where they eat out, consider the value of Michelin stars and explain why some young people are impatient about careers in hospitality. They also discuss the changing behaviour of head chefs and share a story about their hero dog! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices