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Kia ora and nau mai haere mai to Grey Areas with me, Petra Bagust. This is about growing up and going grey, in Aotearoa New Zealand because I’m getting older. And so are you. So how do we do it well?
I reckon we can do it with a bit of gorgeousness and gusto and break that ‘getting old’ mould just a little. Or maybe more than a little.
So join me as we climb into some of those topics that just aren't so clear-cut, maybe are a little chewy, a little crunchy… and let’s journey our way through them.
I've got a group of wonderful wāhine, and the odd beaut bloke, to chat with, and we're going to share some wisdom that we've discovered along the way. And I’d love for you to share your wisdom with me too, because everybody has something to offer.
- 49 - Summer Series: Kate Rodger talks dating and menopause, going to the cinema and the power of vulnerability
Film reviewer extraordinaire Kate Rodger joins Grey Areas for another laugh-filled chat about stepping outside of her ‘lane’, dealing with feelings of overwhelm, and the progress she's making on her personal goals.
Kate brings her trademark humour and wildly generous way with words to a conversation about new challenges, making time for what’s important, and never being afraid to have a good ol’ cry in the staff loos.
If you want to hear more from Kate check out her earlier episode The edges of menopause from Season 2!
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Wed, 21 Feb 2024 - 48 - Summer Series: Robert Rakete on front-footing his health, ageing authentically and keeping the romance sparkle alive
Iconic broadcaster Robert Rakete returns to Grey Areas, joining Petra for a candid and uplifting kōrero.
Robert has been discovering more of his whakapapa as he continues to learn Te Reo Māori, and shares his love of embracing the beginner's mind, facing fears and embracing failure.
Plus Robert catches Petra up on his recent prostate check-up! 👀
If you want to hear more scintillating stories from Robert check out his episode Recovering identity from Season 1!
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Wed, 14 Feb 2024 - 47 - Summer Series: Miriama Kamo talks turning 50, falling off the sugar wagon, and Menopausal Hormone Therapy
Two years on from her first Grey Areas appearance, Petra catches up with journalist and TVNZ's Sunday host Miriama Kamo as she's rounded out her fifth decade.
Turning 50 can invite introspection and casting new vision for your life. Miriama grabs this opportunity with both hands sharing the raft of intentions she has for this season from getting braces to studying te reo Māori.
In the midst of goal-setting, Petra and Miriama reflect on how to sidestep shame and resource ourselves, even when life's not going exactly according plan.
If you want to hear more of Miriama's heart and wisdom check out her and Robyn Malcolm's episode Menopause stories from Season 1!
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Wed, 07 Feb 2024 - 46 - BONUS: Annie Crummer and Betty-Anne Monga chat about their Auckland Arts Festival event Hear Me Roar!
Annie Crummer and Betty-Anne Monga along with Julia Deans and Boh Runga will be forming a powerhouse ensemble at this year's Auckland Arts Festival performance, Hear Me Roar! on March 8.
Annie and Betty-Anne joined me for a korero all about creativity, collaboration and purpose.
We riff on the power of music to accompany us through every season - the summers and winters of life. Music offers us a kind of hope when life gets bogged down in the grey areas and we explore how as women we can move into our own confidence and taking up space.
Get your tickets to Hear Me Roar! at aaf.co.nz/event/hear-me-roar and check out the rest of the incredible events at aaf.co.nz.
This bonus episode was brought to you by Auckland Arts Festival.
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Wed, 31 Jan 2024 - 45 - BONUS: A kōrero about our bone health
Add to your kete of understanding our bone health with this kōrero with Christine Gill, Executive Director of Osteoporosis New Zealand.
The life cycle of these living tissues from birth to menopause and beyond is fascinating. Christine talks us through the process of bone turnover, the often misunderstood osteoporosis, the importance of achieving maximum bone strength by age 30, and the myriad factors that can influence our bone health throughout life. The good news is that it's never too early or late to care for our bones!
Resources -
Bone Health New Zealand Nymbl app by ACC Home (livestronger.org.nz)This bonus episode was brought to you by ACC.
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Wed, 08 Nov 2023 - 44 - The magic of female friendships | Kiri Nathan and Stacey Morrison
The magic of female friendships is pretty undeniable - as is the role they play in shaping us. Join us for an inspiring kōrero with long-time BFFs, broadcaster Stacey Morrison and fashion designer Kiri Nathan, who have been the epitome of friendship for over 25 years.
From their first meeting at the Smoke-Free Fashion Awards to navigating marriages, children, and their respective careers, their journey is a testament to the power of enduring, intentional friendship.
Stacey and Kiri also share their thoughts on the importance of boundaries with friends, and being mindful of our energy and capacity. We also discuss the challenges of being vulnerable and learning to let go of the pursuit of perfection.
P.S. Stacey was a guest in Season 2 of Grey Areas - check out her kōrero too!
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 01 Nov 2023 - 43 - The power of backing yourself | Irene van Dyk
What does it take to become a legendary netball player? What's the journey like, and how does finding a new identity in a foreign land shape your life and an illustrious sporting career spanning over 20 years? Join me this episode for a kōrero with iconic netballer and Silver Fern, Irene Van Dyk.
We hear about her experience as an immigrant athlete in New Zealand, her experience with the media, and the decisions she made around motherhood. Irene opens up about the conversation she had with Dame Noeline Taurua in the lead up to her retirement. She also has a message for all the parents of kids playing netball - tune in to hear it.
Of course, we check in on how perimenopause is treating Irene and we get to hear Irene's famed laugh almost the entire conversation because oh, how we laughed!
P.S. Can't get enough? Dame Noeline Taurua was a guest on Season 03 of Grey Areas - have a listen to her episode too!
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 25 Oct 2023 - 42 - Hairy Areas: A head to toe audit | Charlotte Cook
Here's something a little special - a crossover episode with Charlotte Cook of RNZ's Hair and Loathing!
Join us as we embark on a head to toe exploration of our relationships with hair - both on our heads and our bodies. Charlotte and I take a visit to Stephen Marr's salon for a kōrero over haircuts, we chat at my whare, and we also catch up with a few of you out on the streets of Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.
This kōrero we deep dive into hair's cultural implications, societal double standards, and the emotional connection we have with it. We investigate different hair removal processes, reflect on our relationships with our hair, and the pressure to conform to certain beauty standards.
Whether you have a full head of curls or a baby-smooth chin, this episode is a love letter to hair in all its glorious forms.
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 18 Oct 2023 - 41 - Crashing the old boys' club of sports journalism | Suzanne McFadden
Ready for a hearty conversation with a trailblazer in women's sports journalism? We welcome Suzanne McFadden, an acclaimed sports journalist who's been championing women's sports in a male-dominated field.
Suzanne's grit and determination have not only helped her break barriers but also led her to establish Locker Room, a platform dedicated to showcasing women's sports. She's also a Silver Sister and you know how much we love them!
We dive into the heart of Suzanne's career, discussing the evolution of women's sports coverage and the challenges she faced being the only woman in a sports newsroom, shedding light on the highs and lows of her journey.
We also hear about the support she received from her family and friends during her decade as a solo mum, her delightful love story, and discovering her Māori whakapapa. Suzanne's journey is one of resilience and I cannot wait for you to hear this one!
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 11 Oct 2023 - 40 - You're not alone: A conversation about vulval skin health | Dr Harriet Kennedy
Ever wondered if you need to see your GP because you're experiencing discomfort or itching on your vulva? You're not alone. It turns out that vulval skin conditions are incredibly common and women in Aotearoa New Zealand suffer for an average of 10 years before working up the courage to see a doctor. We've got to change that! After all, skin is skin. So let's yarn about vulval skin health.
The knowledgeable Dr Harriet Kennedy (MBCHB, FRACP, FNZDS) joins us for an informative, empowering and compassionate conversation about female genital dermatology. She sheds light on common vulval skin conditions such as lichen sclerosis, the impact of menopause on vulva skin, what to expect at your appointment with your doctor, as well as treatments.
We also hear from you, our Grey Areas community, and some of your personal journeys with vulva skin health. Thank you for sharing your stories with us.
Here are a few websites Dr Harriet Kennedy recommends as resources -
issvd.org/resources
anzvs.org/patient-information/
dermnetnz.orgSong credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 04 Oct 2023 - 39 - Navigating the big stuff of life | Paula Penfold
Family grief, the devastation of divorce, cross-generational friendships, learning Te Reo Māori and more - we talk about it all with Stuff journalist, Paula Penfold. We also discuss the challenges of the media world, the aftermath of job redundancy, and the importance of self-care in such a fast-paced profession.
Paula opens up about her experience with perimenopause (and that one conversation we had about it in front of a mutual male friend), and how it ramped up her anxiety, the illusions of television glamour, and navigating self-image with age. Just some of the big stuff of life!
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 27 Sep 2023 - 38 - Be kind to your mind | Julia Grace
It's Mental Health Awareness Week here in Aotearoa New Zealand so we chat with mental health speaker and educator and Tui-award winning artist, the talented Julia Grace.
In this conversation, Julia openly shares her struggles with heartbreak and its accompanying disorientation, depression, and anxiety. We chat about recognising our coping mechanisms and the importance of compassion when looking back at our lives. We also delve into dating in her 40s and of course, her perimenopause journey and fabulous silver hair!
Along the way, Julia shares tips for supporting our mental health from her soon-to-be released book Be Kind to Your Mind.
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 20 Sep 2023 - 37 - BONUS: May I introduce you to a friend this Mental Health Awareness Week?
It's Mental Health Awareness Week here in Aotearoa, New Zealand and so I'd like to take the opportunity to introduce you to a podcast called A Moment With.
A Moment With is hosted by my friend Gen Mora, Co-Founder and General Manager of Voices of Hope, a not-for-profit organisation aimed to break the stigma around mental illness.
In this podcast, Gen sits down with incredible individuals who have faced mental health challenges, delving into their personal lived experiences. They also explore the valuable tools and lessons they have gained on their journey.
Have a listen to A Moment With on rova or wherever you get your podcasts.
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Tue, 19 Sep 2023 - 36 - Fighting stereotypes and feeling unnecessary | Dame Susan Devoy
In this episode, we have a kōrero with squash champion and former Race Relations Commissioner, Dame Susan Devoy (also of Celebrity Treasure Island fame!).
We discuss her fight against stereotypes, the complexities of gender dynamics, and also touch on the influence of sports as a universal language and a powerful tool for fostering greater cultural understanding. Susan is a tenacious leader!
But the conversation isn't just about Susan's public life. We also explore her journey through menopause and the emotional toll it can take. We also hear about her current life phase - between jobs and looking for the next thing that will bring her joy.
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 13 Sep 2023 - 35 - Slaying life with Type 1 Diabetes and ADHD | Anika Moa
Welcome to our brand new season of Grey Areas! Can you believe we're already at Season 4?! And who better to kick it off with than the multi-talented, one and only Anika Moa. She's a māmā, a singer/songwriter, television presenter, radio host, all-round resilient wahine toa.
Join us as we delve into Anika's world as she openly discusses her struggles with type 1 diabetes, depression, and the impact of ADHD on her relationships. From the highs and lows of managing her health conditions to her decision to step back from her breakfast radio show due to burnout, Anika's story is a testament of her resilience and unwavering belief in herself.
We share SO many laughs along the way.
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 06 Sep 2023 - 34 - Season 4 is coming Thursday, 7th September!
Kia ora. Petra Bagust here, and I have been thinking a bit about what makes up the ‘grey areas’ of our lives, because I think that’s a huge part of why this podcast works.
To me, a ‘grey area’ is a tricky space. A delicate space. A space that can bring, maybe discomfort or discouragement, or cause isolation.
Maybe a 'grey area' is something that has been talked about using ‘you should’ or ‘you ought’ - you know, obligation language.
Or it’s an area that has simply not been talked about at all.
And the thing is, so much of our life takes place in those ‘grey areas’... Stuff isn’t clearcut and straightforward.
Life is messy and fragmented and there’s something kind of magical that happens when those long-held unhelpful norms and narratives are re-examined in the light of a spacious, gracious vulnerability.
When we get to hear our stories - when we have the courage to say ‘this is me’... it may not be polished and presentable and perfect, but it’s what I’ve got.
And it's enough.
So… with all that said, I am very happy to announce that we’re about to kick off Season 4, and as always I’m joined by some wonderful human beings.
This season includes Anika Moa, Dame Susan Devoy, Charlotte Cook, Kiri Nathan, Stacey Morrison, Irene van Dyk. We even chat with a specialist about skin irritations that can happen 'down there' - you know where; our vulvas. Let's talk about it.
We're gonna dig deep into menopause, diabetes, heartbreak, friendship, cultural changes, body hair, and stacks of other societal ‘Grey Areas’.
So join me for the joy ride that is Season 4 of Grey Areas!
New episodes drop weekly from September 7th on rova, or wherever you get your favourite podcasts.
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 30 Aug 2023 - 33 - BONUS: Sunday Sanctuary | The Miracle of the Mundane
Kia ora! I hope you are going well. Don't panic - Season 04 of Grey Areas is on the way (I promise!)
While we are between seasons, I want to share another episode from my other podcast, Sunday Sanctuary.
This one is called The Miracle of the Mundane and it's all about finding joy and wonder within the everyday-ness of life.
If this is something you'd like to hear more of, join the Sunday Sanctuary community on Instagram at @sundaysanctuarynz, and catch a new episode every second Sunday at 7am, wherever you get your podcasts. Just search for Sunday Sanctuary with Petra Bagust.
Keep an eye on this feed for Grey Areas Season 4! I'm so excited to share what we have brewing.
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Wed, 09 Aug 2023 - 32 - Embracing lifelong learning | Jennifer Ward-Lealand
Join me for the final episode of Grey AreasSeason 03, where I am joined by renowned actress Jennifer Ward-Lealand, as we traverse her four-decade long journey in the world of theatre, film, and TV. Jennifer shares with us how a series of epiphanies and following her heart set her firmly on her path to becoming an actor.
Listen in as Jennifer takes us on her personal journey of learning and committing to using Te Reo Māori, a task she undertook after being caught off guard by a mihi on a film set.
Jennifer also shares fascinating insights into her evolution as an intimacy coordinator and we discuss the importance of continued learning and embracing community.
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 12 Jul 2023 - 31 - Untangling our relationship with booze | Lotta Dann
I sat down with the incredible Lotta Dann to unpick the tangled web of our relationship with alcohol. From the tricky task of moderation to the deeper complexities of addiction, Lotta and I unshroud the often unspoken battle with the bottle.
As we both navigate the challenging season of perimenopause, we reflect on the importance of mindfulness and finding the ‘sweet spot’ when it comes to contentment.
We explore the power of mindful drinking and setting intentions - it’s not about total abstinence, but about being aware and making conscious choices and taking steps towards a more mindful way of living.
Check out Living Sober atlivingsober.org.nz
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 05 Jul 2023 - 30 - The privilege of ageing | Pio Terei
Broadcaster, entertainer and my brother-from-another-mother Pio Terei joins me for a conversation about the privilege it is to age - because not everyone gets to.
We talk about where he's at with his journey of grief following the loss of his son Teina in 2016, the role curiosity plays in ageing well, as well as swap stories on our intergenerational living set-ups. As serious as we tried to be, plenty of laughs were had - because how could you not when you're chatting with Pio Terei?
If you're interested in more delicious kōrero I've had with Pio, check out the episode When Has Food Felt Like Love?on my other podcast Sunday Sanctuary - wherever you get your favourite podcasts.
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 28 Jun 2023 - 29 - Making your mark | Dame Noeline Taurua
Netball legend Dame Noeline Taurua is an absolute wahine toa. Dame Noeline's been a member of the Silver Ferns since the 90s - first as a player, then again as assistant coach and now as head coach since 2018.
She is widely recognised as one of the greatest coaches of the sport.
Dame Noeline joins Petra for a look back at the triumphs and tricky parts of her life and career that have brought her to this point, and what it takes to make your mark on the world.
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 21 Jun 2023 - 28 - Unforeseen grief | Tatiana Hotere
Brazilian-born actor and playwright Tatiana Hotere joins Petra Bagust for a poignant conversation about navigating the sudden loss of her husband Jason six years ago.
Tatiana shares how debilitating her grief could be at times, a profound way she discovered to navigate those waves of grief, and the complications of grieving in community.
Tatiana's play Skin Hunger was written as a way to process her grief and was performed at Auckland’s Q Theatre this year. She also blogs about grief on her website Crazy Grief.
For more conversation about grief, check out Season 1 of Grey Areas, where Petra speaks with Wendyl Nissen and Te Waka McLeod about the inevitable grief of losing our parents.
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 14 Jun 2023 - 27 - Feeling comfy in your own skin | Laura McGoldrick
Broadcaster, radio host and Sky Sport presenter Laura McGoldrick joins me for a conversation about loving the bodies we have.
When she was a young girl, Laura tragically lost her cousin to a rare form of skin cancer, and years later her father-in-law, Peter Guptill, also passed away from melanoma. In this episode Laura and I talk about caring for our miraculous and marvellous skin, but then we go deeper.
Laura and I explore our respective attitudes towards our bodies, and how having daughters has challenged each of us. What does it look like to care for our whole selves, and side-step the tired scripts we're so often invited to live out? What could it look like to truly feel comfortable in our own skin?
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 07 Jun 2023 - 26 - Māori wisdom on periods you didn’t know you needed | Michele Wilson
Michele Wilson (Tainui, Ngāti Paoa) is the founder and CEO of AWWA Period Care, a female-founded indigenous-owned business providing washable, reusable period underwear.
While the business was born out of traditional Māori wisdom and practices surrounding ikura (periods), Michele did not grow up having an understanding of these. In this kōrero Michele talks about her journey to embrace and reclaim her Māori identity, and how this haerenga has given her a fresh perspective on her body and the actions she can take to awhi (support) herself, as well as a passion to advocate for wider-spread awareness on women's menstrual cycles.
We also hear what she's teaching her own daughters about their periods, and of course, we chat perimenopause and menopause.
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 31 May 2023 - 25 - Winning in your 50s | Michèle A'Court ONZM
Kicking off Season 3, I'm delighted to welcome this absolute legend of New Zealand comedy, Michèle A'Court ONZM. (How fun that we can now put those big important letters after her name?!)
Whilst I'm only at the start of my 50s, Michèle's just put them in her rear view mirror. I wanted to glean some wisdom for this upcoming decade, and have a tonne of laughs while we're at it, so who better to chat to?
We talk about encountering ageism, placing healthy boundaries, and the delight of creating meaningful space for others.
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 24 May 2023 - 24 - Season 3 is coming Thursday, 25 May!
Kia ora e hoa mā! After six whole months, I am so excited to finally be back with you with another season of Grey Areas.
Season 3 drops in a week on Thursday, 25 May and I hope you'll join me again for more kōrero with wonderful humans about those trickier parts of getting older.
This season we chat with the delightful Michele A'Court about winning in your 50s, my mate Pio Terei about the privilege of ageing, and even go on an exploration of our relationship with alcohol with Lotta Dann. There's so much more goodness coming your way.
We've also got new ways for us to connect as a Grey Areas community - send me your feedback and thoughts at 0800 GREY AREAS and become part of our brand-new Facebook group at facebook.com/groups/greyareaswithpetrabagust.
Exciting times! Catch you on rova, or wherever you get your podcasts next week.
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 17 May 2023 - 23 - BONUS: Introducing Sunday Sanctuary | Messy Motherhood
Kia ora! I have missed you. Exciting times - Season 03 of Grey Areas is dropping next week!
It's been a whole six months since Season 02 and while we've been working away at this next season, I've also been up to a little something else called Sunday Sanctuary.
It started as a live radio show on Sunday mornings on Today FM and ran for six whole weeks before the demise of the station meant it was all over. But we refused to give up on the show and it's now a podcast!
Inspired by the idea of creating a sanctuary, Sunday Sanctuaryis a safe and peaceful place where people can reflect on spirituality and retreat from the chaos and noise of the outside world.
It's different from Grey Areas but we thought you might like to have a listen!
Join the Sunday Sanctuary community on Instagram at @sundaysanctuarynz, and catch a new episode every second Sunday at 7am, wherever you get your podcasts.
Catch you next week for Season 03 of Grey Areas!
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Mon, 15 May 2023 - 22 - BONUS: I joined my mate Asher on his new show Pod-Heads
Just wanted to pop in to say hi... and thanks for all the beautiful feedback on Season 2 of Grey Areas!
I joined my mate Asher on his new show Pod-Heads and thought I'd share a snippet of that kōrero with you.
You can listen to the full episode on the Pod-Heads feed over at https://linktr.ee/podheads
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Fri, 18 Nov 2022 - 21 - The edges of menopause | Kate Rodger + Lara Briden
In this episode we look a little more intently at the ill-defined edges of perimenopause - those bumpy borders on the way in and out - and how we can find support in those tricky transitions.
First up, I'm delighted to welcome back to the show Lara Briden, whose wealth of experience and knowledge combined with her encouraging tone is a cool and soothing balm to so many hot-flush-addled women (myself included).
Next, I sat down with fabulous film-reviewer Kate Rodger. Her perimenopausal journey has been playing out rather publicly on our screens, and her stories, openness and humour made for a killer way to wrap up Season 2!
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 09 Nov 2022 - 20 - Anger: Is it ever a good thing? | Jax Donaldson + Nettie Cullen
From mild irritation to annoyance to fury and rage - what is anger, really? Are women allowed to be angry in our society? What role does anger play in our lives? And is it ever a good thing?
Join me as a I discuss this with registered psychologist Nettie Cullen, gaining her professional insight into this tricky emotion, including how to understand what our anger is telling us and what we can do with it.
But first I chat with broadcaster and food blogger Jax Donaldson, of soigather.nz, about her experience of anger. We swap our stories of anger in our childhoods and how we've navigated those moments of being pushed to our limits as parents.
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 02 Nov 2022 - 19 - Living off script | Pietra Brettkelly + Sandy Burgham
Meet two of my awesome mates, Pietra Brettkelly and Sandy Burgham, who are two fabulous wāhine living life to the beat of their own drums, and saying No to the script society says women need to follow. So I thought it'd be bloody good fun to sit down and swap stories, and find out what makes their brave risk-taking brains tick.
Pietra is a documentary film-maker whose body of work includes Yellow is Forbidden and The Art Star and the Sudanese Twins. She is a member of The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences (yes, she was at this year's Oscars!), and was recently named an Arts Laureate of New Zealand. She also cycled for almost two hours to get to our interview!
At the age of 50, Sandy quit her high-powered corporate job and decided to go back to uni, design an app, write a blog and so much more. In 2016, founded Play CoLab - a collaborative practice deeply invested in innovative approaches to systemic, organisational and personal transformation.
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 26 Oct 2022 - 18 - How well do you know your boobs? | Jay-Jay Feeney + Dr Katherine Gale
How weird are boobs? I mean, when you think about it, they can be sexually stimulating to others, life-giving to babies, and at times even deadly to us!
How we think about our lovely lady lumps is too often dictated by everybody else, but even our own attitudes can be laced with criticism and shame.
Too small. Too big. Too uneven. Too heavy. It's all too much!
In this episode I sit down with the delightful Jay-Jay Feeney to have a good honest look at our mammaries, how we can give them a little more love, and she explains why she got that now-famous breast reduction.
I also chat with Dr Katherine Gale about early signs of breast cancer and her work as an oncoplastic breast surgeon. She even talks me through how we can do our own at-home breast examinations. Important stuff!
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 19 Oct 2022 - 17 - A session with my counsellor | Shirley Pastiroff
We decided to do something a little different this episode! My wonderful counsellor Shirley Pastiroff joins for a live counselling session. What could possibly go wrong?!
Shirley is a counsellor at Renew Your Mind, parent coach, and author of 'The Mindful Parent'. She also runs the often sold-out workshop, Mindful Parenting. Based in Tāmaki Makaurau, she's also a mum of five well-functioning humans.
I wasn't entirely sure where our conversation would lead but I love where we ended up. We explored my ongoing challenge with saying No, delving into the science behind therapy, how our emotions aren't problems, and Shirley teaches me the art of the emotional processing technique, 'ALL' - all live!
Since the recording, I have told many friends about ALL because it's been game-changing. Join us!
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 12 Oct 2022 - 16 - It's time we talked about our pelvic floors | Tania McLean + Melissa Davidson
Did you know that about 50 percent of women will experience a prolapse? We're talking a prolapse of their anterior vaginal wall, or their uterus or bowel starting to come down. And did you know that 34 percent of women experience leakage? But the encouraging news is 70-80 percent of women see significant improvements thanks to pelvic floor physiotherapy!
It's pretty mind-blowing that we aren't having more conversations about this part of our body, given how common (and normal) these challenges are. So join me as I speak with Tania McLean and Melissa Davidson, two pelvic floor physiotherapists.
We talk about what to expect at a pelvic floor physiotherapy exam (I went for my first!), risk factors of prolapse, top tips on how to support your pelvic floor and more. Let's normalise this kōrero, aye? Join us!
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 05 Oct 2022 - 15 - Navigating disappointment | Suzy Cato
I have waited so long to say this and the day is finally here! The one and only, the fabulous, the just-as-magical-in-real-life-as-you'd-imagine Suzy Cato joins me for a kōrero.
After a (slightly) unfortunate encounter with my cat, we peeled back the curtain on the so-called always-happy life of Suzy Cato. We talk about losing jobs, the end of dreams, a mother's grief and how she has found her way through the crunchier and more tender parts of life. It's Suzy as we've never heard her before.
We laughed, we cried - who's surprised? Join us.
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 28 Sep 2022 - 14 - My Money Don't Jiggle Jiggle, It Folds | Mary Holm + Te Waka McLeod
Mary Holm is a bit of an institution. Her long-standing finance columns, radio appearances and down to earth books on savings and investment, have helped demystify what can be a daunting topic for so many. I'm particularly struck by her encouraging and reassuring tone.
Money doesn't have to be a burden, and that's a view shared by my good friend and first returning podcast guest Te Waka McLeod who's working with whānau in Taranaki to build financial stability. She shares what her late mother taught her about money, as well as offers insight into Te Ao Māori values around the topic.
Catch Te Waka in the last episode of Season 01 - 'Inevitable grief'.
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 21 Sep 2022 - 13 - Settling into your skin | Stacey Morrison
TV host, MC and co-author of Māori At Home, Māori Made Easyand more, this legend of New Zealand media needs little introduction. Stacey Morrison joins me for a kōrero about settling into your skin. She deep dives into her identity as wahine Māori, tells me what makes her nervous, how 'good girl syndrome' is still a thing for her, and the role spirituality plays in her everyday life.
There was also no shying away from talking about bias and the ongoing journey of better understanding Te Ao Māori here in Aotearoa.
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 14 Sep 2022 - 12 - Menopause - the honest guide | Niki Bezzant + Petra's friend Tori
That's right, not only are we back - we're back chatting menopause. This time, I'm speaking with Niki Bezzant, who has literally written the book on the subject - This Changes Everything: The Honest Guide to Menopause and Perimenopause.
As Niki says in our kōrero, understanding what's going on in our bodies is so empowering. We talk hormones, weight redistribution, mood swings, self-care habits, anxiety and more.
I'm also joined by my friend Tori, who shares her perimenopause story with great honesty.
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 07 Sep 2022 - 11 - Season 2 is coming Thursday 8 September!
When I decided to make a podcast, I did wonder if anybody was gonna be interested in talking about those tricky aspects of getting older.
Well, I've been delighted by your response, so, we're back for a second season!
Coming up you'll hear Suzy Cato like never before… We’re talking boobs with Jay Jay Feeney, and getting some insider info on the gateway to goodness that is our pelvic floor.
Let’s talk more about menopause, money, anger and more...
Season 2 drops September 8th on Rova and everywhere else you get your favourite podcasts.
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Wed, 31 Aug 2022 - 10 - Inevitable grief | Wendyl Nissen + Te Waka McLeod
Death, grief and loss are universal experiences - including the inevitable grief that accompanies the loss of our parents - an unavoidable season that comes in many different forms.
In this final episode of Season 01, Petra speaks with journalist, broadcaster and former magazine editor, Wendyl Nissen, about her relationship and journey with her late mother who suffered from Alzheimer's, and whose story she wrote about in her book My Mother and Other Secrets.
Petra is then joined by her friend, Te Waka McLeod (Ngāti Mutunga, Te Āti Haunui-a-Pāpārangi), who shares vulnerably about navigating grief since losing both her parents in her 20s. She also gives/gifts us an insight into the way tangihanga are carried out in Taranaki, where she is from - and how these traditions have supported her grief.
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 27 Apr 2022 - 9 - Oh, this old thing? | Lisa Grey + Karen Walker
This episode is all about our beautiful, brave, bold, bodies. Too often we have a complex and unhealthy relationship with our fabulous flesh.
First up, Petra speaks with Lisa Grey, clinical manager and lead researcher at BePure scientific wellness clinic. In her day job Lisa encounters hundreds of people who are getting serious about how they treat their bodies, inside and out.
Then New Zealand fashion icon Karen Walker brings her discerning eye to the topic with an encouragement to gain greater perspective and maintain a posture of gratitude.
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 20 Apr 2022 - 8 - Old people doing it | Sex therapist Jo Robertson + Petra's friend Helen
Everyone loves to talk about sex - but when it is talked about, it feels like we're always talking about the sex lives of young people. Petra invites sex therapist Jo Robertson to tackle the topic and provide advice and encouragement for long-time couples looking to rekindle the passion.
Petra also chats with her friend Helen, who shares personal stories and practical ideas on how she and her long-time partner keep the spark alive.
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 13 Apr 2022 - 7 - BONUS: Reminiscing with Ice TV | Jon Bridges, Nathan Rarere + Petra's mum Judi
The first time we got together, Jon Bridges, Nathan Rarere and I spent so long talking about our favourite Ice TV memories that we ran out of time to talk about life since then. (Jonny also had no idea we were recording until he walked in and saw the microphones and cameras!)
This episode is all those stories - and includes a special chat with my mum, Judi Bagust, recalling her memories of that season in our lives.
Come walk down memory lane with us!
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Fri, 08 Apr 2022 - 6 - Growing up with Ice TV | Jon Bridges + Nathan Rarere
Petra’s time on Ice TVwasn’t only formative for her, but was highly influential for a generation of TV viewers. Petra reunites with her mates Nathan Rarere and Jon Bridges. Hilarity ensues, along with notes of nostalgia, and comes to land in the things the trio have learned as they’ve grown up and navigated life since being on Ice TV.
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 06 Apr 2022 - 5 - Recovering identity | Robert Rakete + Aroha Tamihana
In this episode, Petra explores Aotearoa New Zealand's maturing relationship to the language and culture of Māori, our tangata whenua/indigenous people.
Petra's first guest is radio royalty Robert Rakete (Ngāpuhi) speaking on his career and upbringing - including the fact that Robbie's father was not allowed to speak his own mother tongue of te reo Māori in school. Robbie reflects on the movement he's seen over his life, his hopes for the future, and that now iconic moment of sharing The Breeze's jingle recorded in te reo Māori for the first time.
Petra also speaks with Aroha Tamihana (Ngāti Raukawa/Ngāti Ranginui), an artist based in Tauranga, who creates unique resources celebrating Māori language and culture through her design studio Maimoa Creative. Aroha and her husband did not grow up speaking te reo Māori but they resolved to learn their mother tongue and teach it to their children - it is now their children's first language.
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 30 Mar 2022 - 4 - Menopause stories | Miriama Kamo + Robyn Malcolm
While we're on the topic of menopause, two of Petra's friends, Miriama Kamo and Robyn Malcolm, join her to swap personal stories from this season of life in perimenopause and menopause - and how each of these wāhine toa are navigating their way through it.
There's something special about knowing we're not in this alone.
Miriama Kamo (Ngāi Tahu/Ngāti Mutunga) is a TVNZ journalist, children's author and television presenter. She currently presents on Māori current affairs programme Marae and TVNZ's Sunday.
Robyn Malcolm is an actress, whose career has spanned many decades. She is probably best known for six seasons of playing Cheryl West in the television series Outrageous Fortune. She also has a fun line of undies, designed, produced, and manufactured by a team of women right here in New Zealand using ethically sourced, sustainable fabric, and water-based inks.
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 23 Mar 2022 - 3 - Menopause 101 | Dr Lara Briden
This episode is an introduction to menopause with naturopathic doctor, women's health activist, and bestselling author of Hormone Repair Manual, Dr Lara Briden.
In this interview, Petra shares stories from her personal experience of perimenopause and Dr Lara Briden reflects on menopause comments from Petra's Instagram followers.
The goal of the conversation? To demystify a topic that has only recently been gaining more mainstream attention, and to give women, in particular, a more positive and hopeful lens on the experience.
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 16 Mar 2022 - 2 - Going Grey | Jaquie Brown + Lillian Grace
In a culture obsessed with youth, what has it been like to undergo the ageing journey whilst being a familiar face on our screens? Petra Bagust and Jaquie Brown discuss their own respective experiences of ageing in the public eye, as well as how this cultural space has shifted over recent years and the changes they hope to see in the coming decades.
We also meet Lillian Grace founder of figure.nz who talks how her hair colour affected her presentation and sense of success in the business world.
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker.
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Wed, 09 Mar 2022 - 1 - TRAILER | Coming 10 March 2022
Kia ora! This is my brand-new podcast about growing up and going grey in Aotearoa New Zealand.
We explore the tricky, chewy grey areas of life - Identity, culture, sex, grief, menopause - nothing is off the table!
I've invited some wonderful wāhine and fab fellas to join me in this eight-part season, mining our experiences for wisdom, with a few laughs along the way.
Join me for the ride.
Petra x
Song credit: Korimako, Performed by Aro, Written by Emily Looker and Charles Looker and published by Songbroker
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