Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett
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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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Should you consider bariatric surgery with Lloyd Burr
Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett
04/06/24 • 39 min
This week, Paula's guest is AM host and journalist Lloyd Burr to discuss his background, coming out as gay - with support from Barry Soper - and losing two jobs in a row. Then, he and Paula share their experiences with getting bariatric surgery, what pushed them towards it, and if others should consider that.
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How to find meaningful outcomes with Kanoa Lloyd
Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett
06/01/24 • 36 min
This week, Paula's guest is broadcaster, journalist and former The Project co-host, Kanoa Lloyd. They discuss her career, her time on The Project and its end, battling stress, and her young family. Kanoa then shares her focus on finding meaningful outcomes in life and how she has adjusted to her new routine.
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How to fight for your family with Rev. Frank Ritchie
Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett
03/30/24 • 40 min
This week, Paula is joined by ordained minister, ZB's Sunday at Six host and Media Chaplaincy lead chaplain Reverend Frank Ritchie. They discuss the changing face of religion as the country celebrates Easter, before Frank shares his advice and experiences after fighting for his daughter's Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome to be taken seriously.
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How to enjoy ageing with Judy Bailey
Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett
04/13/24 • 33 min
This week, Paula is joined by legendary broadcaster Judy Bailey to talk her new book, Evolving. They discuss Judy's incredible career and her advice for those getting older, and why retirement doesn't mean the end of your life.
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How to get on the property ladder with Ed McKnight
Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett
06/15/24 • 40 min
This week, Paula's guest is Property Academy Podcast co-host and resident economic for Opus Partners, Ed McKnight. He shares advice for getting on the property ladder, including how to maximise the 'no-cash method', where to buy and what sort of homes to look at, and what to know about maintenance. Plus, he discusses his former life studying opera and the lengths he went to get a first job.
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How to support the neurodivergent with Sonia Gray
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06/22/24 • 41 min
This week, Paula's guest is Sonia Gray, broadcaster and host of the award-winning neurodiversity podcast, No Such Thing as Normal. They discuss Gray's career, being comfortable sharing her own neurodiversity story and her motivation for advocating for the community, before sharing her advice for parents going through the same battles she experienced.
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How to know when to quit with Jay Jay Feeney
Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett
09/21/24 • 40 min
This week, Paula's guest is long-time radio host Jay-Jay Feeney. They discuss her relationship with ex Dom Harvey know they are working together again and being an oversharer, before discussing Feeney's decision to leave radio, what prompted it, how she knew it was time, and reinventing yourself as an older woman.
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How to find dignity in death with 'Coffin Confessor' Bill Edgar
Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett
09/28/24 • 46 min
Warning: This episode contains frequent strong language.
This week, Paula's guest is 'Coffin Confessor' Bill Edgar. They discuss his unique career and what it involves - from airing secrets at funerals, to cleaning out people's homes, to even burying cash. He also shares his advice on dying and what he has learned from his clients over the years.
Edgar's new book, The Afterlife Confessional, is in bookstores now.
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How to succeed in business and find love with Theresa Gattung
Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett
06/08/24 • 46 min
This week, Paula's guest is Theresa Gattung, fresh off receiving her Dame Companion honour. They discuss the recognition and Theresa's long career in business, and why more progress is to be made on getting women a seat at the top table. And Theresa shares what she has learned about romance and dating in the modern era through her new venture, Compatico.
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How to move on from bad times with Dame Susan Devoy
Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett
04/20/24 • 41 min
This week, Paula is joined by former squash World Champion and Race Relations Commissioner Dame Susan Devoy. They discuss her new memoir, Dame Suzy D: My Story, her acclaimed career, and her experiences on Celebrity Treasure Island, before discussing her experiences as Race Relations Commissioner and the backlash she faced in that role.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett have?
Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett currently has 78 episodes available.
What topics does Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett cover?
The podcast is about Society & Culture, Comedy, Podcasts and Comedy Interviews.
What is the most popular episode on Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett?
The episode title 'How to live adventurously with Jack Tame' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett?
The average episode length on Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett is 41 minutes.
How often are episodes of Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett released?
Episodes of Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett?
The first episode of Ask Me Anything with Paula Bennett was released on Aug 26, 2022.
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