Uncovering Authenticity with Monique Bradley

Episode 34 featuring Tina Kapp-Kailea from The Femmepreneur Pathfinder: From Rock Bottom to Rising Strong – Empowering Women Through Authentic Leadership In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Uncovering Authenticity , I sit down with Tina Kapp-Kailea—speaker, author, and founder of The Femmepreneur Pathfinder. Tina shares her incredible journey from corporate burnout and personal trauma...

Episode 33 featuring Thorsten Kuehler of fu/nis EMS and TK Wine Coach: Tasting Life with Intention – The Art of Conscious Living In this rich and reflective episode of Uncovering Authenticity , I sit down with Thorsten Kuehler—entrepreneur, wine educator, and founder of TK Wine Coach and fu/nis EMS Training —for a soulful conversation that spans continents, careers, and the deeper meaning behind h...

Episode 32 featuring Teresa from Marketing Architect: Building Better Brands – Strategy, Authenticity, and Marketing That Converts In this empowering episode of Uncovering Authenticity , I sit down with Teresa, the strategic force behind Marketing Architect—a business that’s all about turning chaotic marketing into clear, confident strategy. With a background in both corporate marketing and small...

Episode 31 featuring Peter Nola from ABC Business Sales: Trusting Your Gut in Business—The Real Truth Behind Buying, Selling & Succeeding In this straight-talking and insight-packed episode of Uncovering Authenticity , I sit down with Peter Nola, a seasoned business broker, entrepreneur, and former TV producer who’s mastered the art of helping people make life-changing decisions. From growing...

Episode 21 featuring Nerida Jantti: Dancing Through Neurodiversity – Movement, Joy & Authentic Connection In this inspiring and joy-filled episode of Uncovering Authenticity , I sit down with the magnetic Nerida Jantti—professional dancer, coach, and the heart behind a movement that’s transforming lives through dance. What began as playful TikToks during lockdown with her two neurodiverse sons...

Episode 29 featuring Megan Alatini: From Pop Star to People Champion – The Power of Authentic Leadership In this powerful and heartfelt episode of Uncovering Authenticity , I sit down with the phenomenal Megan Alatini—recording artist, TV personality, and now a transformational leader in cultural capability and well-being. From her early days as a pop sensation in TrueBliss to navigating motherhoo...

Episode 28 featuring Julia Sloane: Beyond the Housewives – Identity, Inclusion & the Power of Being Real In this courageous and thought-provoking episode of Uncovering Authenticity , I sit down with Julia Sloane—published children’s author, former lawyer, mother, and cast member of The Real Housewives of Auckland —for a raw and honest conversation about labels, legacy, and living authentically...

Episode 27 featuring Jakob Carter: Fragrance with Feeling – Building a Brand that Speaks to the Soul In this inspiring and heartfelt episode of Uncovering Authenticity , I sit down with the multi-talented Jakob Carter—fashion designer, fragrance creator, and storyteller with a mission. From starting a label in his early twenties to collaborating with icons like Stan Walker, Jakob’s journey is one...

Episode 26 featuring Soni Sandhu from Label House by Soni Sandhu: Designing with Soul – Fashion, Faith & Fearless Color In this joyful and heart-centered episode of Uncovering Authenticity , I sit down with the radiant Soni Sandhu—designer, entrepreneur, and founder of Label House by Soni Sandhu. From growing up in Punjab dreaming of fabrics and flair, to building a vibrant fashion brand in Ne...

Episode 25 featuring Lauren Parsons: Identity, Belonging & The Habits of Authentic Leadership In this energizing and insight-packed episode of Uncovering Authenticity , I sit down with Lauren Parsons—a well-being specialist, leadership trainer, TEDx speaker, and founder of the Thriving Leaders Institute. With warmth, wisdom, and a powerful framework for creating flourishing workplaces, Lauren...

Episode 24 featuring David Umarov: From Chef to Real Estate Star – Selling With Heart and Hustle In this vibrant and soul-stirring episode of Uncovering Authenticity , I sit down with David Umarov—a former musician and chef turned multilingual real estate agent whose journey is anything but ordinary. From growing up across three countries and attending five schools, to arriving in New Zealand with...

Episode 23 featuring Elina Lechtchinski from ProjectSeven: Building a Business That Works for Your Brain – Navigating ADHD, Identity, and Entrepreneurship In this raw and empowering episode of Uncovering Authenticity , I sit down with Elina Lechtchinski, founder of ProjectSeven , for an honest conversation about neurodivergence, business ownership, and building systems that support who you really...

Episode 22 featuring Ida Larsson from White Lynx Photography: Adding Color to a Black-and-White World In this raw and powerful episode of Uncovering Authenticity , I sit down with Ida Larsson, the heart and vision behind White Lynx Photography. Originally from Sweden and now based in New Zealand, Ida’s work goes far beyond the camera—she captures moments of truth, vulnerability, and transformation...

Episode 21 featuring Grant Narbey from MTP Auckland West: A Blueprint for Living with Intention In this heartwarming and eye-opening episode of Uncovering Authenticity , Monique Bradley sits down with Grant Narbey, the multifaceted soul behind MTP Auckland West, to explore a journey that spans from the depths of the ocean to the heights of personal transformation. With a background in commercial d...

Episode 20 featuring Greg & Hannah from MoveUp Animation: Turning Motion into Meaning – The Art of Storytelling in Design In this inspiring and joy-filled episode of Uncovering Authenticity , I sit down with the brilliant minds behind MoveUp Animation—Greg and Hannah, partners in business and life. From a chance encounter in a bar to building a creative agency that brings brands to life, their...

Episode 19 featuring Kate Nankivell: From LinkedIn to Legacy – The Power of Connection and Storytelling In this vibrant and deeply insightful episode of Uncovering Authenticity, I sit down with one of New Zealand’s most dynamic voices in digital connection and storytelling—Kate Nankivell. Kate isn’t just a LinkedIn strategist or a networking powerhouse (although she’s definitely both). She’s a wom...

Episode 18 featuring Lance Burdett: Rewiring the Brain for Authentic Living In this powerful episode of Uncovering Authenticity , I sit down with a truly extraordinary guest—Lance Burdett. With a background that stretches from 20 years in construction to becoming New Zealand Police’s lead crisis negotiator, Lance has worked with the elite tactical units of the NZ Police, Corrections, Fire, Militar...

Episode 17 featuring Jake Mickleson from Generate: Finding Purpose in Connection and Financial Empowerment In this episode of Uncovering Authenticity, I reconnect with an old friend, former TV colleague, and dynamic storyteller, Jake Mickleson from Generate. From his early days in TV shopping to his current role in financial empowerment, Jake’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. We reminisce a...

Episode 16 featuring Jason Venu from Coversure: Leadership, Vision, and Giving Back In this inspiring episode of Uncovering Authenticity, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Jason Venu, a trailblazing entrepreneur and the visionary behind Coversure. Jason's journey from insurance employee to founding a thriving business is a testament to the power of courage, resilience, and heart. Jason opens...

In the latest episode of Uncovering Authenticity , I had the pleasure of sitting down with Tanya Osborne from Craigs Investment Partners. We first connected by chance on a flight, and the conversation that followed was just as serendipitous. In this interview, Tanya shares her inspiring journey from her small-town upbringing in Palmerston North, through her early career in law and compliance, and...

Welcome to "Uncovering Authenticity" with your host, Monique Bradley. In this podcast, we dive deep into the fascinating journeys and life lessons of incredible individuals. Today, I'm thrilled to introduce someone very special, not just to this podcast but to my own personal and professional life. This episode features Pete Ward, a pioneer of online learning in New Zealand and a digital business...

Episode 13 - Featuring Michael Wilson - Married At First Sight NZ Join me in this revealing episode as I sit down with Michael Wilson, the vibrant and fearless participant from Married at First Sight NZ. In this chat, we dive deep into Michael’s journey on the show, where he shares why he joined this unique social experiment, the realities of being matched with a stranger, and the personal growth...

Episode 12 - Featuring Jaycee Hazooria - Licensed Immigration Consultant Have you ever wondered what it takes to immigrate to an entirely different country? What inspires someone to do it? In my latest podcast episode, I explore the intricacies of New Zealand immigration with expert Jaycee Hazooria from JC Global Services Limited. Jaycee brings a wealth of knowledge in immigration consulting, spec...

The first time I heard Mike speak, I found him hilariously funny and super smart. He visited my BNI networking group and as he said 'Hi, I'm Mike Molloy.......... I'm a Lawyer.......', he held this brilliant silence that led everyone to erupt. It was real and it made the whole room lean in to find out more. Every single week he shares a nugget of wisdom around the work he does, and literally human...

There is nothing more engaging than a real story, told from the heart. I first met Peter Chatteris at Auckland Toastmasters where I heard him deliver his pre-competition speech for a National Toastmasters Competition. His story, sharing his adoption journey was an exquisite demonstration of delicate and polished storytelling technique, mixed in with a powerful message of how we choose to live and...