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Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett

Paula Bennett"s life journey has had plenty of ups and down - going from a teenage solo mum in Taupo all the way to deputy Prime Minister - but it"s taught her a lot along the way. One thing she has learned is it’s never too late to learn something new. In Ask Me Anything, Paula will be talking to Kiwis from all walks of life, to learn how they got to where they are, and to share stories, advice and guidance the rest of us can learn from. New episodes out every Sunday.

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43:42

How to be in the public eye with Amanda Luxon

Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett ·

2024/01/13

In this summer bonus episode, Paula is joined by Amanda Luxon, wife of new PM Christopher, for an intimate chat about finding herself in the public eye, her 30 years of marriage, how they've made it work moving around the world, her thoughts on social media, the title 'First Lady', and people's obsession with her arms.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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46:43

How to thrive in your industry with Chris Parker

Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett ·

2023/12/16

For Paula's last guest of the year, Paula is joined by actor, comedian and writer, Chris Parker. They discuss his upcoming tour, his first year of marriage, how things have changed for gay teens, and his many successes in 2023, before diving in to how to survive and thrive in a tough industry likes the arts. New episodes of Ask Me Anything are back in 2024. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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41:43

How to heal through food with Two Raw Sisters

Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett ·

2023/12/02

This week, Paula is joined by Margo and Rosa Flanagan - AKA Two Raw Sisters - to discuss their growing business empire and how they found themselves as plant-focused food pioneers. They also discuss how health issues prompted them to revisit their relationship with food, and share their advice for how to embark on your own food journey and find what works best for you. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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37:40

How to be an entrepreneur with Jamie Beaton

Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett ·

2023/11/25

This week, Paula talks with Crimson Education founder Jamie Beaton. They discuss his background and entering the world of education, and finding his multi-million dollar business in his teen and how he got there. Then, he shares his advice for aspiring entrepreneurs and offers his thoughts on the tragic death of his friend, Jake Millar. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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46:52

How to find your calm with Dai Henwood

Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett ·

2023/11/18

This week, Paula is joined by comedian and tv host, Dai Henwood. They discuss how comedy is Dai's zen moment - providing him a break from cancer, how he's helping others with their cancer journey as well as sharing advice on how to find your calm and live life to the fullest, regardless of what you are going through.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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42:32

How to survive in business with Kathryn Wilson

Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett ·

2023/11/11

This week, Paula is joined by New Zealand's iconic footwear designer and businesswoman, Kathyrn Wilson. They discuss where her love of shoes came from, how she got Beyoncé to wear her shoes, as well as sharing advice on how to thrive as a New Zealand business with international pressure, particularly with competition from fast fashion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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45:40

How to adapt to the digital age with Sean Topham

Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett ·

2023/11/04

This week, Paula is joined by Topham Guerin co-founder, Sean Topham. They discuss his time as a Young Nat and entering the world of politics, how the agency was formed, his famous, election-winning clients and the backlash he's faced, as well as sharing advice on how businesses and individuals can adapt their companies and brands to the digital world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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41:33

How to take charge with Robyn Malcolm

Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett ·

2023/10/28

This week Paula is joined by one of New Zealand's favourite actresses, Robyn Malcolm, to discuss her new show, After the Party, and how she took charge to co-create the show and character. She also discusses her varied career, putting political differences aside, things she would change about her past, and the best acting advice she ever received. Warning: This episode does include discussions of eating disorders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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46:31

How to hold people accountable with Heather du...

Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett ·

2023/10/21

Paula is back for another season, and she is kicking things off with Newstalk ZB drive host Heather du Plessis-Allan. They discuss the recent election, Heather's childhood spent in a Christian commune in South Africa, parenting, and her husband's recent health scare, before digging into how to hold people to account. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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47:22

How to live authentically with Paul Henry

Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett ·

2023/07/22

For the last episode of this season, Paula is joined by broadcaster and host of The Traitors, Paul Henry. They discuss his varied career and his thoughts on the nation before digging into advice on how to live authentically and with confidence. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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43:25

How not to be scammed with Nigel Latta

Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett ·

2023/07/15

On this week's episode, Paula is talking to psychologist Nigel Latta. They discuss the state of society and some of his dream projects to investigate, before talking his new show, You've Been Scammed, and advice for how to avoid falling victim. Plus, a surprising political revelation from Paula! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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44:22

How to grieve with Dr Lucy Hone

Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett ·

2023/07/08

For Paula's next guest, she's talking to Dr Lucy Hone, the author of Resilient Grieving. They discuss their personal experiences with grief, including how the loss of Hone's daughter changed her perspective on grief, and share advice for those struggling to grieve as well. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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36:48

How to be financially independent with Te Kahukura...

Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett ·

2023/07/01

For Paula's latest guest, she is joined by Te Kahukura Boynton, aka ‘the Māori Millionaire’. They discuss how Boynton got into personal finance and set her goal of becoming a millionaire at 25, before sharing advice she's picked up over the years to help others do the same thing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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35:31

How to be positive with Anita Wigl'it

Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett ·

2023/06/24

For Paula's next guest, she's talking to homegrown drag talent Anita Wigl'it. They discuss growing up religious, the power of drag and getting into the world of RuPaul's Drag Race, before Anita shares advice on how to stay positive in the face of adversity, after getting through trauma and hatred. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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43:00

How to have a good work ethic with Dame Julie Christie

Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett ·

2023/06/17

On this week's episode, Paula is talking to the queen of unscripted TV, Dame Julie Christie. They discuss Julie's start in the industry, dealing with criticism and being made a dame, before getting into her advice on her work ethic, from how her childhood shaped her outlook, to her regrets over her work-life balance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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41:33

How to be ambitious and find success with Sir John Key

Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett ·

2023/06/10

On this week's episode, Paula is talking with former Prime Minister - and her old boss! - Sir John Key. They discuss their time in politics and how that impacted on Key's family before discussing his advice for success and finding your ambition. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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37:44

How to set goals with Sir Michael Hill

Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett ·

2023/06/03

Paula's back for another season, and this episode she is talking goal setting with Sir Michael Hill. They talk his legendary career and his love of violins before digging into how setting goals 30 years at a time has transformed his life - and how it can help you as well. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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42:18

How to make relationships work with MAFS star John Aiken

Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett ·

2023/04/01

For the last episode of the season, Paula is joined by Married at First Sight Australia expert John Aiken. He dishes on his time living in Australia before digging deep into his 10 years on the reality TV hit, what he's learned from the contestants, and gives advice for those just starting to date or deep in their relationships. New episodes of Ask Me Anything will return in June. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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46:17

How not to compromise yourself with Cassie Roma

Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett ·

2023/03/25

On this week's episode, Paula is talking with reality TV star, businesswoman and 'kindness warrior', Cassie Roma. They discuss Roma's life in the US and her plans to return there, her coming out and experiencing homophobia, before Roma shares her advice on surviving the business world and life without compromising yourself or your beliefs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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39:04

How to thrive as you get older with Tina Cross

Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett ·

2023/03/18

On this week's episode, Paula is chatting with singer, actress, Lady Killer and entertainment icon Tina Cross ahead of her new role in Wicked. They discuss her lengthy and varied career and her latest role, and share advice on how the 64-year-old star is still thriving even as she nears that pension!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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