Episodes

  • Introducing: The Trial - Philip Polkinghorne

    Introducing: The Trial - Philip Polkinghorne
    Aug 2 2024
    On Easter Monday 2021, police were called to the home of a successful professional couple in the affluent Auckland suburb of Remuera. They found the body of Pauline Hanna. In his emergency call, her husband, Philip Polkinghorne, said she killed herself. Sixteen months later he was charged with her murder. As this podcast is released, he's currently on trial at the High Court in Auckland. Stuff's groundbreaking series returns to take you inside the Polkinghorne trial: Hear the witnesses, follow the evidence, wait for the verdict.
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    29 mins
  • Back soon

    Back soon
    Jan 16 2024
    Summer holidays are a great chance to catch up with any episodes you may have missed. Keep your ears on the feed and we’ll let you know when we’re returning very soon. 
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    1 min
  • Welcome to 2024

    Welcome to 2024
    Jan 2 2024
    Summer holidays are a great chance to catch up with any episodes you may have missed. Keep recharging your batteries and we'll be back with another star-studded season very soon.
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    1 min
  • Have a wonderful holiday!

    Have a wonderful holiday!
    Dec 19 2023
    Generally Famous has wrapped for the year but will be back with loads more big-name guests in 2024. The holiday season is the perfect time to catch up on our back catalogue. Have a wonderful holiday and thanks for listening.
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    1 min
  • Episode 51: Shane Cameron

    Episode 51: Shane Cameron
    Dec 12 2023
    The 'Mountain Warrior' proves the heavyweight champion of Mike Tyson impressions in a knockout chat about life before, during and after his hugely successful boxing career. No punches are pulled as he recalls his country upbringing, his rivalry with David Tua (and how he patched it up) and sparring with Tyson. He also addresses his ADD diagnosis, adjusting to life as a businessman - and whether he’s ready for a return to the ring. Warning: Contains some strong language. You can read stories supporting this episode on stuff.co.nz. Need more great podcasts? Check out Stuff's full catalogue here. GET IN TOUCH Feedback? Got a guest you’d like Simon to talk to? We’re listening! Email us at generallyfamous@stuff.co.nz. CREDITS Host: Simon Bridges Producer: Jen Black Audio editing and mixing: John Ropiha Executive producer: Chris Reed
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    55 mins
  • Episode 50: Matthew Ridge

    Episode 50: Matthew Ridge
    Dec 5 2023
    Sporting legend and former larrikin Matthew Ridge interrupts a family holiday in LA to record a very special 50th episode of Generally Famous. The ex All Black, Kiwi and Warrior weighs up the problems facing New Zealand, recalls life as a primetime TV staple with Marc Ellis, bemoans the treatment of public figures, and explains why family is much more important than wealth. You can watch Matthew Ridge's Designing Dreams on SkyGo. You can read stories supporting this episode on stuff.co.nz. Need more great podcasts? Check out Stuff's full catalogue here. GET IN TOUCH Feedback? Got a guest you’d like Simon to talk to? We’re listening! Email us at generallyfamous@stuff.co.nz. CREDITS Host: Simon Bridges Producer: Jen Black Audio editing and mixing: John Ropiha Executive producer: Chris Reed
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    55 mins
  • Episode 49: Greg Murphy

    Episode 49: Greg Murphy
    Nov 28 2023
    Motorsport great Greg Murphy parks up in the Generally Famous studio for a straight-up chat about racing, road safety and why he's happy to keep speaking his mind. The co-host of Sky Speed also explains the legendary Holden vs Ford rivalry and the enduring influence of the Dukes of Hazzard. You can read stories supporting this episode on stuff.co.nz. Need more great podcasts? Check out Stuff's full catalogue here. GET IN TOUCH Feedback? Got a guest you’d like Simon to talk to? We’re listening! Email us at generallyfamous@stuff.co.nz. CREDITS Host: Simon Bridges Producer: Jen Black Audio editing and mixing: John Ropiha Executive producer: Chris Reed
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Episode 48: Theresa Gattung

    Episode 48: Theresa Gattung
    Nov 21 2023
    With an “elder sister” management style, Theresa Gattung became the youngest woman to run a large public company when she took over Telecom aged 37. Since stepping back from fulltime corporate work, she’s focused on philanthropy and entrepreneurship - while continuing to spearhead change for women in business. The trailblazer explains how her father’s groundbreaking attitudes shaped her success, says women still face “the motherhood penalty” and reveals the industry she believes is still one big boys’ club. You can read stories supporting this episode on stuff.co.nz. Need more great podcasts? Check out Stuff's full catalogue here. GET IN TOUCH Feedback? Got a guest you’d like Simon to talk to? We’re listening! Email us at generallyfamous@stuff.co.nz. CREDITS Host: Simon Bridges Producer: Jen Black Audio editing and mixing: John Ropiha Executive producer: Chris Reed
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    55 mins