Episode 5 | Hayley Holt

Episode 14 | Bonivon Dyer

Author Bonivon Dyer spent 13 years bringing her fantasy series The Blood Maker Fables to life. What began as a vivid dream became a long creative journey marked by harsh criticism, self-doubt, and moments when she nearly walked away from writing entirely. In this episode, Bonivon shares the emotional toll of rejection and the grief of questioning a lifelong calling. A conversation about perseverance, identity, and the quiet courage it takes to begin again. This is a Frank podcast. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Episode 13 | Constable Bryan Ward

Senior Constable Bryan Ward is one of New Zealand’s most respected police officers. A Queen’s Service Medal recipient and co-creator of the children’s series Bryan and Bobby, he has spent nearly three decades serving communities nationwide. But his life of service began with heartbreak. At 24, Bryan was blindsided by the end of a five-year relationship that left him shattered and directionless. A simple piece of advice from an All Blacks doctor reframed his pain: when you face a setback, step back and get better. Bryan chose discipline over despair, joined the police, and built a life defined by compassion and resilience. This is a Frank Podcast. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Episode 12 | Matilda Green Part 02

In Part 2 of our conversation with Matilda Green, we explore her passionate advocacy for the B416 (Before 16) movement and the growing health crisis of device addiction. Matilda shares her own family's struggles with screen time, why social media platforms are designed to keep us hooked, and the alarming research linking excessive screen use to declining brain development and the emerging phenomenon of digital dementia. Together, we discuss the impact on children, parents and society, from dopamine-driven behaviours and online harms to the challenge of raising resilient kids in a digital world. This thought-provoking episode is a call for awareness, healthier boundaries, and collective action to protect the next generation. This is a Frank Podcast ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Episode 11 | Matilda Green Part 01

Matilda Green became a household name after finding love on The Bachelor, transforming from a media sales professional into one of New Zealand's most recognizable content creators, broadcasters, and advocates. But behind the public success came unexpected challenges. Overnight fame, online scrutiny, the pressures of social media, and the constant juggle of career ambition, marriage, and raising three young children forced Matilda to confront what really matters. In this episode, Matilda opens up about mum guilt, balancing opportunity with family, and the lessons she's learned about boundaries, authenticity, and letting go of perfection. It's a powerful conversation about accepting life's seasons and finding peace in the choices we make. This is a Frank Podcast ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Episode 10 | Gloria Masters

Gloria Masters’ life is not defined by what happened to her, but by what she chose to do next. A survivor of severe childhood sexual abuse and human trafficking in New Zealand, Gloria spent years carrying the weight of silence, shame, and trauma. But her story doesn’t end there. In this episode, Gloria shares the moment she decided to come forward, confronting both her past and a system that often fails survivors. Through courage and relentless advocacy, she has become a powerful voice for change, helping to reshape laws and support systems for others. Gloria reflects on the complexity of healing, the ongoing work, the setbacks, and the strength it takes to keep going. Her journey is not about overcoming and moving on, but about reclaiming power, finding purpose, and using her voice to create impact. A deeply moving conversation about survival, justice, and the strength it takes to stand up again. This is a Frank Podcast ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.