Simon Bridges: Generally Famous

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 Simon about masculinity, the state of modern media and the family background that inspired his journey. Jehan also gives his take on the differences between Auckland and Wellington - and finds out why Simon went on his sister-in-law’s honeymoon!

Warning: Discusses depression and suicide. For free help, text or call 1737, 24 hours.

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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 Brendon McCullum and the role race plays within the game.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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!

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Morgan Penn never felt like she was fulfilling her soul purpose until she found Somatic Sexology. From vulva cushions and full body orgasms to sex education and consent, nothing is off limits in this chat with Simon. 

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Join Simon Bridges and his guests as they respond to his quickfire General Knowledge questions. Generally Famous returns for a second season on October 26.

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Expect the unexpected in Stuff's new podcast as Simon finds out what makes his generally famous - but always interesting - guests tick. Season 2 returns on October 26!

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Media personality Brodie Kane chats with Simon Bridges about why she'd never go into politics, running her own media company, and the negative stigma of being single. She also candidly shares the story about the time she met then-Prime Minister Sir John Key while hungover.

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