When I Grow Up

In Episode 13 of When I Grow Up, Sienna and her dad, Ben, chat with two stars of New Zealand’s White Ferns cricket team, Maddy Green and Izzy Gaze. Just weeks ago, the duo helped secure a historic victory, bringing home the T20 World Cup trophy – the first-ever win for New Zealand in T20 cricket, for either women or men. And yes, they brought the trophy into the studio!

Episode Highlights

• Overcoming Adversity: The White Ferns entered the World Cup after a tough losing streak of 10 matches in a row. Maddy and Izzy share how the team turned things around, rebuilt their confidence, and stayed mentally strong even when the odds were stacked against them. They also discuss the challenges of competing in a sport where a career can be unpredictable and short-lived.
• The Thrill of Victory: Maddy and Izzy recount the surreal moments of winning the World Cup, from the final ball to the epic celebrations that lit up social media. They dive into the outpouring of support and how they’re planning to use the prize money.
• Being Part of the Change: Both players took unique paths to the team. Maddy, a hard-hitting batter, came up during a time when cricket players had to juggle other jobs, while Izzy, a wicketkeeper and batter, joined the team in the era of full-time professional contracts. They reveal what it’s really like to travel the world playing the game they love and how their victory has inspired the next generation of young girls to pick up a bat and ball.

Packed with inspiring advice for future sports stars and heartfelt reflections on playing cricket professionally, these two world champions also share the lessons they’d tell their younger selves.

About The Show:

Sienna Boyce is 14 years old and constantly tells her Dad, Ben Boyce, what she wants to be when she grows up – an actor, scientist, rugby player, singer, chef or politician. 

Each episode of ‘When I Grow Up’ aims to showcase inspirational females from around Aotearoa and shine a light on them, what it takes to do their job and learn about their story of how they got to where they are so that Sienna can help make up her mind.

This is a podcast to help the teenager in your life dream big.

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In Episode 12 of When I Grow Up, Sienna and her dad, Ben, sit down with pop sensation Benee—the New Zealand-born artist whose music has taken the world by storm! Sienna, a huge fan, dives deep into Benee’s journey, from her early days to her rapid rise to fame.

Episode Highlights:

• Blowing Up Big Time: Benee shares what it felt like to see her music go viral, with millions of fans and even celebrities like Jennifer Lopez dancing to her songs on TikTok! She talks about her experiences performing for major US talk shows, supporting Olivia Rodrigo and being invited onto Elton John’s radio show.
• Having a Quarter-Life Crisis: Benee opens up about dropping out of university after just two weeks to pursue music full-time, with the full support of her family. She emphasizes the importance of not holding back when it comes to chasing your dreams.
• Real Talk: Despite her struggles with dyslexia, Benee has succeeded as a songwriter, and she’s candid about her mental health journey, offering a relatable and inspiring perspective for young people.

Packed with advice for aspiring artists and insights into her creative process, Benee shares what she’d tell her younger self and more in this inspiring episode!

About The Show:

Sienna Boyce is 14 years old and constantly tells her Dad, Ben Boyce, what she wants to be when she grows up – an actor, scientist, rugby player, singer, chef or politician. 

Each episode of ‘When I Grow Up’ aims to showcase inspirational females from around Aotearoa and shine a light on them, what it takes to do their job and learn about their story of how they got to where they are so that Sienna can help make up her mind.

This is a podcast to help the teenager in your life dream big.

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In this episode of When I Grow Up, Sienna interviews rising star Amie Donald, best known for her role as the demonic doll M3gan in the global box-office sensation of the same name and as Maya Monkey in Netflix’s popular series Sweet Tooth. 

Sienna, who dreams of becoming a child actor like Amie, dives into Amie’s experiences, challenges, and advice for young aspiring actors.

Episode Highlights Include:

• Landing the Role of M3gan: Amie shares the audition process for the role of M3gan, how it transformed her life, and what it feels like to see the movie's worldwide success, including fans dressing as M3gan for Halloween!
• Behind the Mask and the Viral Dance: Amie describes the challenges of filming in a restrictive latext mask as M3gan and how they created the iconic M3gan dance (which wasn’t originally in the script) that became a massive TikTok sensation.
• Action on Sweet Tooth: Amie talks about doing her own stunts as Maya Monkey on Sweet Tooth and the incredible CGI effects that her character's tail can do!
• Balancing Stardom with School: From learning lines to staying on top of schoolwork, Amie reveals what it's like to juggle the demands of being a child actor, her friends’ reactions, and not being nervous delivering lines on high-pressure international sets.

Join Sienna and Amie (and of course Sienna’s Dad Ben) for an inspiring conversation about the world of child acting and the excitement (and hard work!) that comes with it.

About The Show:

Sienna Boyce is 14 years old and constantly tells her Dad, Ben Boyce, what she wants to be when she grows up – an actor, scientist, rugby player, singer, chef or politician. 

Each episode of ‘When I Grow Up’ aims to showcase inspirational females from around Aotearoa and shine a light on them, what it takes to do their job and learn about their story of how they got to where they are so that Sienna can help make up her mind.

This is a podcast to help the teenager in your life dream big.

Follow The Podcast on Socials:

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In this episode, Sienna dreams of becoming a star netballer like Silver Fern Goal Shooter Grace Nweke. 

Grace joins Sienna and Ben to share her inspiring journey, which began with her family's immigration to New Zealand and finding the sport of netball which has evolved into a remarkable sports career.

Episode highlights include:

• Grace's insights on handling the immense pressure of joining the Silver Ferns at just 18 years old and how she overcame feelings of intimidation while competing on the international stage.

• Strategies for dealing with major setbacks, including injuries, and the importance of maintaining motivation and rekindling a love for your career during challenging times.

• Believing in yourself! As Ben tests Grace to make a pressure netball shot in the podcast studio with scrunched up newspaper and a rubbish bin!

Finally, Grace reflects on her journey and shares what advice she would give her younger self at Sienna's age.

About The Show:

Sienna Boyce is 14 years old and constantly tells her Dad, Ben Boyce, what she wants to be when she grows up – an actor, scientist, rugby player, singer, chef or politician. 

Each episode of ‘When I Grow Up’ aims to showcase inspirational females from around Aotearoa and shine a light on them, what it takes to do their job and learn about their story of how they got to where they are so that Sienna can help make up her mind.

This is a podcast to help the teenager in your life dream big.

Follow The Podcast on Socials:

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In this episode, Sienna dreams of becoming a cake maker like Jordan Rondell, who is also known as The Caker.

Jordan joins Sienna and Ben to share the story of how her love for baking was sparked during her time with her grandparents and the journey she took to turn her passion into a thriving cake business.

Episode highlights include:

• Why it doesn't matter whether you're formally educated or self-taught—as long as you're passionate and willing to work hard, you can make your dreams come true.
• How Jordan grew her cake business, starting from a small shop in New Zealand and expanding to the U.S., where she’s baked for many high-profile celebrities
• How she manages the pressure of creating cakes for celebrities, including Miley Cyrus' birthday and Flea from the Red Hot Chili Peppers' wedding. Plus, what she’s learned from collaborations with celebrities when things didn’t go as planned.

Finally, Jordan shares the advice she’d give her younger self at Sienna's age.

About The Show:

Sienna Boyce is 14 years old and constantly tells her Dad, Ben Boyce, what she wants to be when she grows up – an actor, scientist, rugby player, singer, chef or politician. 

Each episode of ‘When I Grow Up’ aims to showcase inspirational females from around Aotearoa and shine a light on them, what it takes to do their job and learn about their story of how they got to where they are so that Sienna can help make up her mind.

This is a podcast to help the teenager in your life dream big.

Follow The Podcast on Socials:

TikTok: Ben | Sienna 

Instagram: Ben | Sienna | The Hits

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In this episode, Sienna aspires to be a radio and TV broadcaster and social media star like Bree Tomasel. 

Joining Sienna and Ben, Bree discusses her journey to becoming a beloved media personality and shares her personal story for the first time in her new book, “UnApologetically Me” 

Key episode highlights include: 

• Bree’s experience growing up questioning her sexuality in conservative country Queensland, and the courage it took to come out as gay and embrace her true self. 
• A traumatic incident that changed her childhood and her struggles with mental health, including anxiety and ADHD and her tips for dealing with this
• The bold decision to move countries in pursuit of her radio dreams, and how being authentic has helped her stand out and succeed in the media industry. Including does she feel guilty for staying in a hotel on Celebrity Treasure Island while the celebrities are stuck at the beach!

Finally, what advice would Bree give her younger self at Sienna's age?

About The Show:

Sienna Boyce is 14 years old and constantly tells her Dad, Ben Boyce, what she wants to be when she grows up – an actor, scientist, rugby player, singer, chef or politician. 

Each episode of ‘When I Grow Up’ aims to showcase inspirational females from around Aotearoa and shine a light on them, what it takes to do their job and learn about their story of how they got to where they are so that Sienna can help make up her mind.

This is a podcast to help the teenager in your life dream big.

Follow The Podcast on Socials:

TikTok: Ben | Sienna 

Instagram: Ben | Sienna | The Hits

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In this episode, Sienna dreams of becoming a world-renowned science educator like "Nano Girl," Michelle Dickinson. 

Joining Sienna and Ben, Michelle shares her journey into the world of science, despite not being a fan of science during her school days! 

Episode highlights include: 

• How Michelle created her Nano Girl persona to overcome her huge fear of public speaking. 
• Michelle’s efforts to break stereotypes surrounding women in science and make the subject enjoyable, inspiring more young people to develop a passion for science - especially when they stop worrying about others’ opinions. 
• Answers to burning science questions: Are we using the microwave incorrectly? How clean is your water bottle? Is there really a five-second rule? How gross are flies? 

Plus, Michelle performs a (safe) demonstration that involves lighting Sienna's hand on fire! 

And finally, what advice would Michelle give her younger self at Sienna's age?

About The Show:

Sienna Boyce is 14 years old and constantly tells her Dad, Ben Boyce, what she wants to be when she grows up – an actor, scientist, rugby player, singer, chef or politician. 

Each episode of ‘When I Grow Up’ aims to showcase inspirational females from around Aotearoa and shine a light on them, what it takes to do their job and learn about their story of how they got to where they are so that Sienna can help make up her mind.

This is a podcast to help the teenager in your life dream big.

Follow The Podcast on Socials:

TikTok: Ben | Sienna 

Instagram: Ben | Sienna | The Hits

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We've got a bonus episode for When I Grow Up Fans! The Hits very own PJ has a brand-new podcast - Slow It Down. The podcast is designed to be a moment of me time for busy lives and a weekly dose of wholesome to inspire a grounded existence. If you like it, follow the show on iHeartRadio or wherever you listen to podcasts.

About the show:

Life is fast. Information is overwhelming. We seem busier and more anxious than ever. Introducing ‘Slow It Down’. A time to chill, wind down and join a space that inspires people to live authentically and slow it down. A hub for living more consciously and incorporating mindful practices and rituals in an achievable way. The aim is to showcase guests who have chosen to live a more balanced lifestyle mixed in with experts who offer tangible tips and tricks to feel a little more zen.

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In this episode, Sienna wants to grow up to become like New Zealand’s greatest Olympian, Dame Lisa Carrington.  

Joining Sienna and Ben, Dame Lisa talks about her journey from discovering a love for kayaking as a child to winning an impressive 8 Olympic gold medals.

Key highlights of the episode include:

• The dedication and hard work it takes to train and succeed as an athlete. Dame Lisa feels resilience as an essential lesson for kids, the key message in her children’s book, Lisa Carrington Chases a Champion.
• Handling pressure on the world’s biggest stage, as Dame Lisa reflects on competing at multiple Olympics and the unforgettable feeling of standing atop the podium after winning gold. Plus, Sienna and Ben get to experience what it’s like to hold 8 Olympic medals and discover why Dame Lisa keeps them tucked inside socks in a bag and whether they go off at the airport!
• Does Dame Lisa embrace her nickname, "The GOAT on the Boat"? And how a swan once attacked her boat!

And lastly, what advice would Dame Lisa Carrington give her younger self at Sienna’s age?

About The Show:

Sienna Boyce is 13 years old and constantly tells her Dad, Ben Boyce, what she wants to be when she grows up – an actor, scientist, rugby player, singer, chef or politician. 

Each episode of ‘When I Grow Up’ aims to showcase inspirational females from around Aotearoa and shine a light on them, what it takes to do their job and learn about their story of how they got to where they are so that Sienna can help make up her mind.

This is a podcast to help the teenager in your life dream big.

Follow The Podcast on Socials:

TikTok: Ben | Sienna 

Instagram: Ben | Sienna | The Hits

 

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Kaylee Bell joins Sienna and Ben to talk about her journey from a small town in New Zealand to becoming an international country music artist.

Key highlights of the episode include:

• Kaylee’s determination to chase her dream, from dealing with rejection and putting in the hard work and even moving to a new country in pursuit of success.
• Embracing your individuality: Kaylee shares how it’s fine to love something your friends may not. While country music is now mainstream, it wasn’t always that way when she began, but she never let that hold her back.
• Lessons Kaylee learned from touring with Ed Sheeran.
• How stepping out of your comfort zone can lead to amazing opportunities, like Kaylee's experience on The Voice when she performed a song she wrote about judge Keith Urban.

And lastly, what advice would Kaylee give her younger self at Sienna’s age?

About The Show:

Sienna Boyce is 13 years old and constantly tells her Dad, Ben Boyce, what she wants to be when she grows up – an actor, scientist, rugby player, singer, chef or politician. 

Each episode of ‘When I Grow Up’ aims to showcase inspirational females from around Aotearoa and shine a light on them, what it takes to do their job and learn about their story of how they got to where they are so that Sienna can help make up her mind.

This is a podcast to help the teenager in your life dream big.

Follow The Podcast on Socials:

TikTok: Ben | Sienna 

Instagram: Ben | Sienna | The Hits

 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.