Smile and Pod is a podcast made to encourage and inspire listeners to follow their dreams, by focusing on stories of people who are successful in their field of choice.

This week we are thrilled to release our third episode which features the intriguing journey of writer and television presenter, Verity Johnson.

You may remember Verity from her time on the Paul Henry show, or read her columns in the New Zealand Herald or your local paper. She is also a regular social commentator on New Zealand radio and television. 

Her story takes us from a child born in the UK, to a tormented teen of the North Shore, then to a young adult battling to find her place in this world.

She is resilient, talented and vivacious, and also open and honest.  Please enjoy this talented woman's story!