Tall Poppy Talk
Tall Poppy Syndrome, it's a social phenomenon, we all know, but don't often unpack. Kia ora, my name is Grace Lewis and I am on a mission to change the conversation around tall poppy syndrome. By focusing on the positives, rather than weaponising people's success, we can grow more Tall Poppies and fuel a culture that is based on genuine celebration of people's achievements. Join me as I interview legendary people who are [tall poppies] in their field, about their experience - & the lessons they've learned along the way.
Episodes
"Vulnerability is a strength, not a weakness" - Megg Alexander, Actress & Creative.
Megg, a rising New Zealand actress, shares her journey in the acting industry, discussing the realities of her profession, the challenges of accent training, and her personal growth. Get ready for a fun-filled, motivating, and (exclusive) first-ever podcast interview.
Megg reflects on the misconceptions surrounding acting, the importance of pr...
"I was just born for music" - Cyril Riley.
Re-release from one year ago, as Cyril Riley's "Stumblin' In" was transforming his life. Flash forward, and what Cyril has accomplished in this past year is motivating, exciting, and indicative to his character. Thank you Cyril.
Take home message: Enjoy the pursuit and have faith in yourself, your time will come if you stick at it.
Listen to the full interview on Spotify, iHeart Radio, ...
"Do not apologize for your Ambition" - Angelique Richardson, leading UK Sports Lawyer.
Ange joins TPT for a super relevant discussion around athlete identity. We talk about her journey in sports law, the complexities of representing athletes, and the importance of reputation management.
We discuss the misconceptions surrounding high-profile athletes, the significance of understanding athlete rights, and the necessity of long-term...
After some time away, I am BACK with a purpose and passion. Remembering WHY I wanted to start the Tall Poppy Talk podcast in the first place, and how this has evolved in the past 2.5 years, has been a beautiful exercise... so, Kia ora & welcome back to my weekly podcast episodes!!
THANK YOU!!
Listen to the full interview on Spotify, iHeart Radio, or Apple Podcasts.
"Say yes to opportunities that scare you" - David Pangilinan, Senior Manager of Market & Cultural Intelligence at Paramount, aka @DavidIsHereNow.
David Pangilinan, blesses the podcast in this episode to share insights on cultural intelligence, the importance of personality in the workplace, and how his Filipino-American background influences his storytelling. Our conversation highlights the significance of understanding diverse...
"Just because you have the ability to do something, that doesn't mean it's going to happen. Because sometimes you have the capacity and sometimes you don't. We're not robots, we're humans with emotions and things happen" - Hannah Heideveld.
In this episode of Tall Poppy Talk, elite athlete Hannah Heideveld discuss the critical intersection of mental health and performance in elite sports, particularly focusing on rowing. We expl...
"If you think about it mathematically, if I celebrate your success and you celebrate someone else's success and somebody else celebrates my success, we all get celebrated and we don't have to boast anymore. So we can actually takethe boasting, bragging, all of that stuff off the table." - Glenda Mitchell, author & motivational coach.
In this kōrero, motivational coach Glenda Mitchell shares her insights on living with intention...
"Be okay with failing. Don't dwell on the failures. So when you fail, just have a little cry and then, you know, half an hour later, get back up and try again or try something new because if you do dwell you're not only going to waste time but you're probably not going to be resilient enough to keep going if the little things are getting you down" - Georgia Patten, Founder & CEO of Bored.George & ZM Podcaster.
"You have to put yourself first, not because you matter more but because you're not doing anyone justice when you show up at 60%"
Kicking off Season FIVE of Tall Poppy Talk. Join me for a solo-episode, where I reflect on 2024 with a mindset of recognizing all the good things & deciding what habits are best left behind. Spoiler, it's time for me to SLOW DOWN so I can be more intentional, impactful, & overall just enjoy the ...
"My answer is always Yes" - Rachel Lancaster, Mural Artist + Content Creator.
Rachel is a self-taught artist from Canada, who joins Tall Poppy Talk today to share her journey from a casual painter to a full-time mural artist. She discusses the misconceptions people have about her work, her unique process of creating murals, and the evolution of her art style over the years. We delves into her experiences with social media, the cha...
"I have a voice and it can be loud, so for me I have this responsibility to use that voice for to pave the way for other people" - Rebecca Thorn, General Manager at Hotel Indigo Tokyo Shibuya.
Rebecca, a hospitality industry expert & general manager at Hotel Indigo Tokyo Shibuya, joins us on Tall Poppy Talk to share her journey from New Zealand to Fiji to Australia and now Japan, discussing the cultural nuances of hospitality, ...
"And for whatever reason, it just mesmerized me. It's sort of that moment I became a person, I became conscious" - Jake Thistle, Musician & Singer-Songwriter.
During this kōrero, Jake shares his journey as a singer-songwriter, discussing the early influences that shaped his love for music, his experiences in songwriting, and the importance of learning from others in the industry.
We explore the themes of pursuing dreams and navi...
"Sports lends itself to chaos" - Tanner Smith, Emmy-Award winning Producer & Director.
On this special episode of Tall Poppy Talk, we have Tanner Smith who is the Director of Video & Photography at the New York Road Runners (think NYC Marathon!!).
He shares his journey in sports media, discussing his experiences with various organizations, including the New York City Football Club, & what he has learned about the import...
"Everybody has their own version of success and wouldn't it be cooler if we were just telling those stories, rather than holding it up against some arbitrary marker" - Alice Soper, Advocate, Sports Writer & Community Commentator.
Alice is always, always going to light a fire within me everytime we speak. This episode is no different, and it is a gift to share it with you today!!
During our kōrero, we start with discussing Alice...
"And what we need to do is to remember that our brain is trying to keep us safe" - Dr. Tara Quinn, Chartered & HCPC Registered Counselling Psychologist.
In this kōrero, Dr. Tara Quinn, a seasoned counseling psychologist, shares her journey into the field of psychology, emphasizing the importance of ethical practices and the need for public awareness regarding mental health services.
We discuss her recent book (Mental Health Mic...
"Having those people around you who are supporting you, encouraging you, & getting just as excited as you are" - Devon Eastwood, founder and creative director of Silver Linings Collective.
In this wonderful kōrero, Devon shares her inspiring journey to being a successful entrepreneur in the jewelry industry. She discusses the importance of building relationships, her unique perspective as a creative, and the adaptability require...
"Don't give up on therapy, the right fit is out there" - Jackie Durnin, Founder of Hinterland Health Retreat & EFT Practitioner.
In this kōrero, Jackie shares her journey from trauma to healing, emphasizing the importance of integrating traditional and alternative therapies for mental health. She discusses her new venture, Hinterland Health Retreat, which focuses on holistic healing approaches, including the Emotional Freedom ...
Beyond the Olympic Medal: Logan Ullrich on Paris 2024, Embracing Pressure, and Giving Back to Rowing
"You have to push the boundaries of athletic performance and make that really interesting and really awesome. The race needs to be tight, the race needs to be fast. And then also you need someone to root for, you need someone to root against" - Logan Ullrich, Olympic Silver Medalist.
Olympic rower Logan Ullrich shares his journey from a young athlete in Australia and New Zealand to a silver medalist at the Paris 2024 Olympics. We ...
"The biggest thing I've learned and noticed, is that every single person lights up when they talk about their dream. It's like a portal into their soul" - Fraser Grut, the visionary filmmaker + director behind 10,000 Dreams.
10,000 Dreams is a life-long project dedicated to capturing the dreams of individuals from all walks of life. From Terry Crews to Robert Irwin, across the globe and every field there is. Fraser and his wife J...
101 Episodes of Tall Poppy Talk!!!
Today is a solo episode (my first proper one!!) to reflect & dive into ten of the most impactful 'Lessons from Legends' I've encountered on this epic journey so far.
- Lachie Good: Invest in Yourself.
- Cyril Riley: I was already an Artist.
- Eleisha Foon: Humility is recognizing your Ambitions.
- Tūranga Morgan-Edmonds: If I can Inspire One Person
- Jonah Oliver: Build Capacity.
- Brad Olsen: Give me the Bi...
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