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When Science Meets Red Tape. Professor Julia Rucklidge Part 2
28 sept. 2026
00:40:56
A product can have blinded trials, published papers, and strong safety data and still be treated like it’s dangerous simply because it works. That’s the knot we pull apart with Professor Julia Rucklidge as we look at how Medsafe regulates supplements and why therapeutic micronutrients keep getting squeezed into rules designed for pharmaceuticals, not prevention.
We talk about Daily Essential Nutrients and the broader evidence on micronutrients for mental health and wellbeing, including ADHD outcomes, stress resilience, postnatal depression support, and improvements families report beyond symptoms. Then we get into the regulatory reality in New Zealand: dose limits, the ban on prevention or treatment claims for foods and supplements, and how “public safety” can become a catch-all justification even when comparable or greater risks sit on supermarket shelves. Julia shares a firsthand story of trying to access the nutrients via a prescription pathway and why Section 29 creates a strange barrier for well people who want to stay well.
From there, we zoom out to Pharmac funding, affordability, and the equity problem when families can’t keep paying for something that helps. We also look at what prevention could actually mean: smarter natural health product regulation, clearer pathways for evidence-based supplements, and practical public health moves around ultra-processed food, marketing to kids, and nutrition education. Julia also touches on the “soil to brain” idea and why soil health, magnesium, stress, and diet all link back to mental wellbeing.
If you care about evidence-based healthcare in Aotearoa New Zealand, listen through and join the conversation. Subscribe, share this with a mate, and leave a review so more people can find it.
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The Missing Link Between Nutrition & Mental Health | Prof. Julia Rucklidge
21 sept. 2026
00:54:38
Can what we eat really affect how we think, feel and behave?
In this episode of Forkin’ Good, Simon Gault and Kate Fenwick sit down with Professor Julia Rucklidge, clinical psychologist and Professor of Clinical Psychology at the University of Canterbury, whose research has focused extensively on nutrition, micronutrients and mental health.
Julia explains what micronutrients actually are, why vitamins and minerals are essential for the brain, and what her research has found when micronutrients have been studied in people experiencing a range of mental health challenges.
The conversation also explores ultra-processed food, the importance of eating a diverse range of whole foods, the idea of aiming for 30 different plants a week, and why simply looking at protein, carbohydrates and fat may be missing an important part of nutrition.
They also dive into ADHD, particularly in children and teenagers, and discuss research investigating the relationships between diet, micronutrients, attention, mood and behaviour.
Julia shares practical places to start, including putting real food first, as well as resources for people who want to learn more about her research.
Learn more from Professor Julia Rucklidge: The Better Brain - https://thebetterbrainbook.com/ University of Canterbury Mental Health and Nutrition Research Group - https://www.canterbury.ac.nz/research/about-uc-research/research-groups-and-centres/te-puna-toiora-mental-health-and-nutrition-research Julia Rucklidge’s TEDx talk and online education - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3dqXHHCc5lA
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This podcast discusses research and personal perspectives relating to nutrition and mental health. It is for general information only and is not a substitute for individual medical or mental health advice.
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Getting Your Teeth Done in Vietnam: Is It Really Worth It? | Jacqui Anderson
14 sept. 2026
00:32:13
Thinking about getting dental work done overseas?
In this episode of Forkin’ Good, Simon Gault and Kate Fenwick sit down with Jacqui Anderson from Dental Destinations to talk about Simon’s experience travelling to Vietnam for major dental work.
They discuss how the process works, the difference in costs between New Zealand and Vietnam, implants, crowns, follow-up care, choosing reputable clinics and why going overseas for dentistry shouldn’t mean simply booking the cheapest option you can find online.
Simon also shares what the experience was actually like, from the dental treatment itself to the food, travel and some rather memorable Vietnamese delicacies.
Plus, Jacqui and Simon reveal plans for upcoming Vietnam dental and food tours, combining professional dental treatment with some of the incredible food and experiences Vietnam has to offer.
Find out more through Dental Destinations and follow them for details on upcoming tours.
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This episode discusses personal experiences of dental treatment. It is not a substitute for individual dental or medical advice.
Inside One of NZ's Michelin-Recognised Restaurants | Helen Turnbull
07 sept. 2026
00:51:08
What does it take to build a restaurant worthy of Michelin recognition, while still staying completely true to yourself?
This week on Forkin' Good, Simon Gault and Kate Fenwick sit down with chef and 50/50 owner Helen Turnbull, whose remarkable career has taken her from Wellington to Japan, working with Gordon Ramsay and Michelin-starred chefs, before returning to New Zealand and creating her own dining experience in Kāpiti.
Helen shares what Gordon Ramsay is actually like to work for, the lessons she learnt cooking in Tokyo, and how Japanese and French techniques have influenced the food she creates at 50-50.
We also get inside Helen's extraordinary approach to food. She works with local and foraged ingredients, cooks six and nine-course menus, operates without a walk-in chiller and has spent much of the past nine and a half years as the restaurant's sole chef.
Then there's Michelin.
Helen talks about what it meant when the Michelin Guide finally arrived in New Zealand, the moment she discovered 50-50 was being considered, and what it felt like to receive international recognition for the restaurant she'd spent nearly a decade building.
But does she now want a Michelin star?
Her answer says a lot about the kind of restaurant she wants 50-50 to be.
We also talk about why great service matters just as much as great food, building a strong restaurant culture, seasonal and rescued produce, and Helen's latest obsession: creating sophisticated non-alcoholic drinks designed specifically to match her food.
And, of course, Simon finishes with the important question: if Helen could choose her last meal, what would it be?
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Find Helen and 50-50: https://www.50-50.co.nz/
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Life After a Double Lung Transplant | Jess Avenell Part 2
31 août 2026
00:29:44
What happens after the transplant is over and you're expected to get on with living?
In Part 2 of our conversation with double lung transplant recipient and health coach Jess Avenell, we explore the side of transplantation that doesn't always get talked about: rebuilding your health, finding a new normal, creating the right support network and learning how to live well with the second chance you've been given.
Six and a half years after receiving new lungs, Jess shares what she wishes she'd known before her transplant, why recovery involves far more than medical care, and how nutrition, movement, behaviour and lifestyle can complement the medical support transplant recipients receive.
We also talk about the enormous role played by family, friends and support people, and why those caring for transplant recipients need support too.
Jess takes us inside the extraordinary Transplant Games, where organ recipients, living donors and transplant families come together to compete, connect and celebrate the additional years of life made possible through organ donation.
And there's an important conversation for every New Zealander: having "donor" on your driver's licence isn't the whole story. Jess explains why talking openly with your family about your wishes matters.
Today, Jess uses her lived experience as The Transplant Coach, helping transplant recipients and their support crews navigate their own journeys with greater strength, health and hope.
Find Jess and learn more: The Transplant Coach: thetransplantcoach.co.nz Instagram & Facebook: The Transplant Coach
If you haven't watched Part 1 yet, check out our previous episode to hear Jess's remarkable story of receiving a double lung transplant.
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This podcast discusses personal experiences of transplantation, nutrition and health coaching. It is not a substitute for individual medical advice from your healthcare or transplant team.
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Living With Someone Else’s Lungs | Jess Avenell’s Incredible Story
24 août 2026
00:31:27
What do you do with a second chance at life when somebody else made that second chance possible?
In this episode of the Forking Good Podcast, Simon Gault and Kate Fenwick sit down with Jess Avenell — The Transplant Coach — to hear the extraordinary story behind her double lung transplant.
Jess was just 21 when she was diagnosed with a rare lung disease. She was young, fit and training for a half Ironman when she began noticing that something wasn't right. Eventually, she was confronted with the devastating possibility that she might not make it to 30.
Instead of putting life on hold, Jess booked a one-way ticket to the Greek Islands, spent years living and working overseas, built her career and kept pushing forward — even as breathing became increasingly difficult. Eventually, she required full-time oxygen and had to plan something as simple as her commute around whether she'd physically be able to walk up a ramp.
Then came the call that changed everything.
After an intensive transplant assessment and roughly 60 days on the waiting list, Jess received a double lung transplant in 2020. But receiving new lungs wasn't the end of her journey — in many ways, it was the beginning.
Jess opens up about the gratitude she feels toward her donor and their family, the emotional reality of living with donated organs, transplant recovery, immunosuppression, relationships, identity and what happens when everyone around you thinks you're “fixed” — but you know you've come out the other side as a different person.
Today, Jess uses her experience as The Transplant Coach, helping others focus not simply on what they can't do after transplant, but on how they can meaningfully move forward and make the most of the life they've been given.
And this is only Part 1.
In the next episode, Jess joins Simon and Kate again to dive deeper into life after transplant, food, health and the practical strategies she now shares with others.
Connect with Jess Avenell — The Transplant Coach:
Facebook: Jess Avenell – The Transplant Coach https://www.facebook.com/share/1dMAFKB9Xt/?mibextid=wwXIfr
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Why Quitting Isn’t Failure | Gareth Holebrook on Ishi
17 août 2026
00:37:14
What if knowing when to quit is just as important as knowing how to persevere?
In this episode of the Forking Good Podcast, Simon Gault and Kate Fenwick sit down with leadership, health and triathlon coach Gareth Holebrook, author of Ishi: The Discipline of Determined Intent.
Gareth explores the philosophy behind Ishi and what decades of business, coaching and extreme endurance racing have taught him about determination, leadership, failure and burnout.
Having completed more than 30 iron-distance races, Gareth knows plenty about persistence. But some of his biggest lessons came from the times he persisted for too long — including spending five years pursuing a business that wasn't commercially viable. His message? Giving up isn't necessarily failure. Sometimes, knowing when to abort is a skill.
The conversation explores Gareth's Ishi Spiral, his Adjust–Hold–Abort framework, why writing down your intentions can change your behaviour, the power of deliberate practice, and how asking what your future self would think can lead to better decisions.
They also discuss Japanese philosophy, Kaizen, leadership, Ironman racing, burnout, business failure and why high performers can sometimes become victims of their own determination.
If you're ambitious, constantly juggling competing priorities, struggling to finish what you start — or doing so much that you're heading toward burnout — this conversation is for you.
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01:08 Why Gareth removed the word “they” from his book 05:50 What Ishi and “determined intent” really mean 08:24 The brutal double iron-distance race that tested Gareth 09:46 When persistence becomes a problem 12:05 The Ishi Spiral: Adjust, Hold or Abort 14:02 Why quitting doesn't mean you've failed 16:25 Getting 1% better & defeating yesterday's self 18:46 The Intent Card: turning intentions into commitments 28:47 Business failures, burnout & lessons from organisations
Stop Telling People What to Do: A Better Way to Lead with Gareth Holebrook
10 août 2026
00:25:31
What separates a great leader from someone who simply tells people what to do?
In Part 2 of our conversation with leadership coach, endurance athlete and author Gareth Holebrook, we move from burnout and resilience into the practical realities of leadership.
Gareth introduces intent based leadership, an approach that shifts decision making closer to the people actually doing the work. Instead of employees constantly asking the boss what to do, leaders create an environment where their teams can think, make decisions and take genuine ownership.
Drawing on lessons from nuclear submarines, emergency departments, corporate teams, restaurants and his own leadership coaching, Gareth explains how surprisingly small changes in language can completely change the way a team operates.
We explore why leaders become decision bottlenecks, why micromanagement can hold good people back, and how to give employees autonomy without giving up accountability.
Gareth also shares the Ladder of Leadership, including the simple questions leaders can use to move someone from "Tell me what to do" to "This is what I intend to do."
Plus, we get Gareth's practical formula for running a meeting that actually achieves something, including why the most senior person in the room should often speak last.
If you lead a team, own a business, manage people or simply want to become a better leader, there are plenty of practical ideas in this episode you can start using immediately.
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He Collapsed 7km From the Finish... Here's What He Learned
06 août 2026
00:34:41
What does it really take to succeed without burning yourself out?
In this episode of the Forkin' Good Podcast, Simon Gault and Kate Fenwick sit down with endurance athlete, leadership coach and author Gareth Holebrook to explore the hidden cost of high performance.
After completing multiple Ironman races and qualifying for the Ironman World Championships in Kona, Gareth shares the remarkable story of collapsing just 7 kilometres from the finish line, and why that experience completely changed his view of resilience.
The conversation moves beyond endurance sport into business, leadership and everyday life, exploring why so many entrepreneurs, business owners and professionals end up overwhelmed despite doing everything "right."
Together they discuss:
• Why grit isn't always the answer • The warning signs of burnout • Learning to say no without guilt • Decision making under pressure • Why successful people often overcommit • Leadership lessons from elite performance • Building resilience through sleep, recovery and health • The importance of knowing when to quit
Whether you're leading a business, raising a family, building a career or simply feeling overwhelmed, this conversation offers practical insights into creating a healthier, more sustainable version of success.
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How To Deal With Stress When Life Won't Slow Down!
27 juil. 2026
00:21:54
Life can get overwhelming, and sometimes it's important to talk honestly about it.
In this episode of the Forkin' Good Podcast, Simon Gault and Kate Fenwick catch up on everything that's been happening, from managing stress, menopause and major life changes, to the simple habits helping Kate sleep better and regain some balance.
They discuss cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), walking for mental wellbeing, cold showers, exercise, and why sometimes the best thing you can do is stop worrying about the things you can't control.
The conversation then shifts to one of their favourite topics, food! Simon shares some of his favourite discoveries from the Waikato and Auckland Food Shows, including incredible New Zealand producers creating unique products, while Kate highlights the fantastic work being done by Rescued Kitchen, turning surplus bread into baking mixes, breadcrumbs and other delicious products.
In this episode:
Coping with ongoing stress and uncertainty
How CBT has helped change thought patterns
Why walking is one of the best stress relievers
Cold showers and controlled stress
Kate's health journey and making lifestyle changes
Simon's favourite Food Show discoveries
Amazing New Zealand food innovators
How Rescued Kitchen is reducing food waste through rescued ingredients
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Are Smartphones Destroying Childhood? We Want to Find Out
20 juil. 2026
01:27:35
In this powerful episode of the Forkin' Good Podcast, Simon Gault and Kate Fenwick sit down with Dr Samantha Marsh, Senior Research Fellow at the University of Auckland, and Vanessa McCarty, child psychotherapist and speaker for Smartphone Free Childhood New Zealand.
Together they unpack what the latest evidence says about smartphones, social media, gaming and children's mental health, while sharing practical advice every parent, grandparent and teacher can use.
We discuss:
• Why more experts are calling this a public health crisis • The real impact of smartphones on childhood development • Why so many teenagers wish they'd never had social media • The warning signs parents shouldn't ignore • Family rules that actually work • Why delaying smartphones may be one of the best decisions you can make
This isn't about guilt.
It's about understanding what we now know and making informed decisions for the children we love.
If you're raising children in today's digital world, this conversation is essential listening.
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Your Gut Controls More Than You Think | The Truth About Gut Health
06 juil. 2026
01:11:30
Did you know your gut is constantly communicating with your brain?
In this fascinating episode of Forkin' Good, Simon Gault and Kate Fenwick sit down with Alice Fitzgerald, CEO of The Gut Foundation, to unpack the science behind gut health, the microbiome, and why what you eat affects far more than just your digestion.
From mental health and immunity to bowel cancer, inflammation and even your mood, this conversation explores why looking after your gut could be one of the most important things you do for your long-term health.
You'll also learn practical, affordable ways to improve your gut health today, including the importance of fibre, prebiotics, probiotics, diversity in your diet, and why expensive supplements aren't always the answer.
Whether you're interested in nutrition, preventing disease, or simply feeling better every day, this episode is packed with simple tips backed by emerging science.
Learn more about The Gut Foundation and access their free resources: https://www.thegut.org.nz/ https://gutcheck.co.nz/
In this episode:
✔ What gut health actually means
✔ How your gut communicates with your brain
✔ Why fibre is the most underrated nutrient
✔ The difference between probiotics and prebiotics
✔ How your microbiome influences your mood
✔ Why New Zealand has alarming bowel cancer statistics
✔ Affordable foods that improve gut health
✔ Simple ways to eat more fibre every day
✔ Why diversity matters more than perfection
✔ Small changes that can improve your health in days
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What Nobody Tells You About Owning a Café - Catching up with Nav from Pink Broccoli!
29 juin 2026
00:45:05
Five months ago, Simon Squibb helped make Nav's dream come true.
She took over ownership of Pink Broccoli Café and stepped into the exciting world of business ownership.
But what happens after the cameras leave?
In this honest follow up conversation, Nav shares the realities of running a café, managing staff, handling financial pressure, building culture, and learning how to transition from chef to business owner.
Together, Simon Gault, Kate Fenwick and Nav discuss leadership, team performance, customer service, communication, business growth, and the challenges every small business owner faces behind the scenes.
If you've ever dreamed of owning a business, this episode offers a refreshing look at what happens after the dream becomes reality.
In this episode:
✔ The biggest surprise about owning a café
✔ Why money keeps business owners awake at night
✔ Managing staff and building culture
✔ Getting employees to think like owners
✔ Creating memorable customer experiences
✔ The power of communication and team meetings
✔ Leadership lessons from hospitality
✔ The importance of finding your "extra 5%"
✔ Growing into the role of business owner
✔ What success really looks like after the dream comes true
Breaking the Cycle of Binge Eating and Food Guilt - Catching up with Elizabeth Marshall
22 juin 2026
01:08:57
For years, Elizabeth Marshall believed she was the problem.
Despite working in health, fitness and food, she found herself trapped in a cycle of emotional eating, binge eating, body shame, alcohol, grief and declining health.
After the devastating loss of her father, everything spiralled. She gained 50kg, struggled with her health, and felt completely disconnected from herself.
In this powerful conversation, Elizabeth shares how she discovered that food was never really the problem.
We explore emotional eating, binge eating, diet culture, shame, body image, grief, behavioural change, and what it really takes to build a healthier relationship with food.
If you've ever found yourself stress eating, comfort eating, starting another diet on Monday, or feeling frustrated with your relationship with food, this episode is for you.
In this episode:
✔ Why emotional eating isn't about a lack of willpower ✔ The connection between grief, trauma and food ✔ Why restriction often makes cravings worse ✔ How to stop seeing food as "good" or "bad" ✔ Practical strategies to break the binge and guilt cycle ✔ The power of curiosity over self judgement ✔ Building sustainable habits that actually last
Connect with Elizabeth Marshall
🌐 https://bodymindfoodcoach.com
📱 Instagram: @bodymindfoodcoach
🎙 Podcast: Mind Over Mouth
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We Found The Best Pizza In Wellington! And they shared their secrets
15 juin 2026
00:47:37
What makes a real Italian pizza?
In this delicious episode of the Forkin' Good Podcast, Simon Gault and Kate Fenwick head to Mediterranean Foods in Wellington to sit down with the team behind some of New Zealand's most authentic Italian food.
From traditional Neapolitan pizza making techniques to the secrets behind great pasta, prosciutto, olive oil and Italian ingredients, this episode is a masterclass in simplicity, passion and food culture.
The team shares:
🍕 What makes authentic Neapolitan pizza different 🍕 Why pizza dough can take days to prepare properly 🍕 The importance of flour, fermentation and temperature 🍕 The truth about pineapple on pizza 🍕 Traditional Italian food philosophies 🍕 How to make better pizza at home 🍕 Why simple food is often the hardest to perfect 🍕 The stories behind Italy's most iconic ingredients
Along the way there are plenty of laughs, pronunciation lessons, pizza debates, and insider tips from people who live and breathe Italian food every day.
If you love food, pizza, Italy, cooking, travel, or simply hearing passionate people talk about what they do best, this episode is for you.
Mediterranean Foods can be found in Wellington and Christchurch, offering authentic Italian ingredients, deli products, restaurants, and some of the best pizza you'll find in New Zealand.
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Eddie Rakanui on Love Life More: The Philosophy That Changed Everything
08 juin 2026
01:07:31
In this episode of the Forkin' Good Podcast, Simon and Kate sit down with one of the most fascinating people they've ever met: Eddie Rakanui.
Eddie has hitchhiked in more than 700 vehicles across New Zealand, met thousands of strangers, spoken on stages around the country, and built an entire philosophy around one simple idea:
Love Life More.
From overcoming self doubt and leaving a secure government career, to finding purpose through discomfort, connection and vulnerability, Eddie shares powerful lessons about living intentionally, building confidence, embracing uncertainty, and creating meaningful human connections.
Along the way, you'll hear stories about:
Hitchhiking with strangers across New Zealand Being welcomed into a tangi after a family loss Driving for a man who fell asleep at the wheel The life changing power of discomfort Why gratitude changes everything Family, friendship, grief and purpose Learning to stop overthinking and start living
This conversation is funny, emotional, inspiring and packed with practical wisdom for anyone feeling stuck, overwhelmed or searching for more meaning in life.
If you've ever wondered whether there's more to life than simply getting through the week, this episode is for you. Follow the podcast on Instagram and Tiktok: @forkingoodpod
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Vietnam, Trolls & Talking Poo | A Very Random Catch Up
01 juin 2026
00:34:33
This week on the Forkin' Good Podcast, Simon and Kate are back together after Simon’s Vietnam adventure for a completely unfiltered catch up covering everything from teeth, handbags and Vietnamese coffee… to behavioural change, recycling trolls, gut health, cancer awareness, and why we seriously need to talk about poo more.
The conversation dives into: • Simon’s trip to Vietnam and the surprisingly calming chaos of Saigon • Kate’s work turning online trolls into advocates • Why behavioural change matters in health and waste reduction • Upcoming Gut Foundation conversations around bowel cancer awareness • The importance of listening to your body and getting checked early • Mental health, CBT therapy, stress, family illness and perspective • The moments in life that remind us what actually matters
It’s funny, emotional, random, honest, and probably one of the most real conversations we’ve had so far.
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00:00 Simon’s new teeth & Vietnam stories 02:10 Emotional support dogs & coming home 04:00 Handbags, gifts & Vietnamese gin 06:35 Online trolls & behavioural change 09:55 Why Dr Louise Scofield needs to be on the podcast 11:45 Gut health, microplastics & talking about poo 16:30 Health checks, cancer awareness & vulnerability 21:40 Family illness & learning what matters most 26:50 CBT therapy, stress & mental health 29:20 Vietnam traffic chaos, politics & podcast wrap up
This week on the Forkin' Good Podcast, Simon joins Kate live from Vietnam to talk street food, coffee culture, online trolls, overseas dental work, and the wild experiences he’s had while exploring the country.
From accidentally telling people he was “horny” instead of saying food was delicious, to trying salted coffees, creme brulee coffees, sea snails, and Vietnamese street food, this episode is full of hilarious travel stories and honest conversations.
Kate also shares stories from the WasteMINZ conference, dealing with online criticism, and why food at conferences should probably improve.
Simon opens up about his dental tourism experience in Vietnam, why he chose to get treatment overseas, and how the process actually works for Kiwis considering it themselves.
There’s travel, food, culture, humour, health, coffee obsession, and plenty of laughs in this one.
This week on the Forkin' Good Podcast, Simon joins Kate live from Vietnam to share stories from Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, including incredible food experiences, culture shocks, street food discoveries, and some seriously unusual delicacies.
From salted coffee and Vietnamese baguettes to fertilized eggs and bustling street food culture, Simon dives into the food traditions that make Vietnam one of the most exciting culinary destinations in the world.
Kate and Simon also talk travel, culture, hospitality, healthcare experiences overseas, social media, and why stepping outside your comfort zone changes the way you see food and people!
If you love food, travel, culture, and honest conversations, this episode is packed with laughs, stories, and eye opening moments.
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PINK BROCCOLI CHECK IN! Chatting to Nav about her journey so far!
11 mai 2026
00:35:59
This week on the Forkin' Good Podcast, Kate Fenwick and Simon Gault sit down with Nav, the chef behind the soon to open Pink Broccoli cafe.
After a chance encounter with Simon Squibb, who asked Nav one simple question, “What’s your dream?”, her life changed almost overnight. From cooking in the kitchen of a cafe to suddenly preparing to become the owner of her own place, Nav shares the excitement, anxiety, pressure, and reality behind the dream.
In this honest conversation, Nav talks about her journey from Punjab, India, to New Zealand, her love of cooking, the support of her family, the responsibility of stepping into business ownership, and her vision for Pink Broccoli.
There is food, emotion, business advice, cultural inspiration, and plenty of excitement about what is to come.
Follow along as Nav prepares to open Pink Broccoli and bring her dream to life.
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Mother’s Day Reflections and the Value of Time with Family
04 mai 2026
00:33:05
This week on the Forkin' Good Podcast, Kate and Simon take a step back from food and dive into something a little deeper… Mother’s Day, family, and the value of time.
They share personal stories about their mums, parenting, and the realities of balancing work, life, and raising kids. From mum guilt and missed moments to the importance of simply being present, this is an honest and relatable conversation about what really matters.
There’s also a powerful reminder that time moves fast. Whether it’s your kids growing up or ageing parents, the moments we often take for granted don’t last forever.
And of course, in true Forkin' Good style, they finish with some simple ideas for creating a special Mother’s Day at home, including an easy, thoughtful breakfast.
If this episode makes you think of someone, maybe it’s time to give them a call.
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share your thoughts in the comments.
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WE INTERVIEWED SIMON SQUIBB! Dreams, Advice, and everything in between
29 avr. 2026
00:34:34
In this extra special episode of the Forkin’ Good Podcast, we’re unpacking the most unexpected, wholesome, and slightly-unreal thing that happened to us in Auckland…
We met Simon Squibb (yes, that Simon — the “What’s your dream?” guy) and watched a young chef, Nav, go from “one day I want my own café” to “it’s happening” in four days.
Nav’s dream café is called Pink Broccoli — and we’ve been invited to help mentor her through the journey: 🍳 Simon G on the food + chef side ♻️ Kate on waste minimisation + practical sustainability (and a bit of social media support)
This episode is a reminder that most people don’t need millions of dollars… they just need the right help at the right time.
📍 Pink Broccoli (coming soon): 614 Remuera Road, Remuera, Auckland 📲 Follow the journey on Instagram: Pink Broccoli (and keep tuning in here for updates)
If you’re listening on Spotify/Apple Podcasts — please leave a review. If you’re watching on YouTube — like, subscribe, and tell us… what’s YOUR dream?
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A Real Conversation About Food, Habits and Feeling Better | FG PODCAST #27
27 avr. 2026
00:27:39
Kate shares a real and honest turning point in her health journey, after working with a nutritionist and realising that stress, food choices, and daily habits were all playing a bigger role than expected.
In this episode of the Forking Good Podcast, Kate and Simon unpack:
Why weight loss is not just about eating less The impact of stress on your body and metabolism Simple nutrition shifts that actually make a difference Protein, carbs, and what to focus on daily How small habits can feel overwhelming (and how to simplify them)
Plus, Simon brings his chef perspective with practical, real-world food ideas that make healthy eating more enjoyable and sustainable.
This is not about perfection. It is about understanding your body, making smarter choices, and finding a way that works long term.
👇 Let us know in the comments: What is one habit you are trying to change right now?
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Grocery Prices Are Out of Control - Here’s What To Do
20 avr. 2026
00:42:42
In this episode of the Forkin' Good Podcast, Simon Gault and Kate Fenwick dive into the reality of rising living costs in New Zealand—from petrol prices to skyrocketing food bills—and how it’s changing the way we cook, shop, and eat.
They share practical, no-nonsense tips for stretching your grocery budget without sacrificing flavour, including:
Why cheaper cuts of meat are making a comeback How to cook simple, nostalgic meals like curried sausages and meatloaf Smart shopping strategies (reduced-to-clear, farmers markets, local produce) Easy, affordable recipes using pantry staples How to keep protein high even when food prices rise
Plus, Kate shares her personal health journey, including advice from a nutrition expert on managing stress, eating better while on the road, and simple habits that actually stick.
This episode is packed with real-life strategies, honest conversation, and plenty of food inspiration for anyone feeling the pressure of rising costs.
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We Got Sent Beer! So We Talked Food, Festivals & Fine Dining
13 avr. 2026
00:45:09
Welcome back to the Forkin' Good Podcast with Kate and Simon.
This episode starts with a simple surprise… a “Fork'n Good” rice lager.
But quickly turns into a deep dive into food, drink, and one of New Zealand’s most exciting culinary events… the Flavours of Plenty Festival.
We chat about: • Our favourite drinks (wine, whiskey, and everything in between) • The rise of local food festivals and why they matter • Behind the scenes of the Flavours of Plenty Festival in the Bay of Plenty • Supporting local restaurants, growers, and producers • The Plates of Plenty Challenge and how chefs are using local ingredients • Why food is such a powerful way to bring people together
Plus, Kate sits down with festival organiser Rae to unpack: 👉 How the festival started 👉 What makes it so unique 👉 The must-try events this year 👉 And how you can get involved
If you love food, local experiences, and discovering new places to eat, this episode is for you.
LET US KNOW Would you come “road hookin” with us? Where should we go next?
Like & Subscribe to support the podcast Drop your favourite restaurant or festival in the comments https://flavoursofplentyfestival.com/
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In this episode, we dive into one of the most talked-about topics in health right now: GLP-1 weight loss drugs.
Kate opens up about her own struggles with weight, stress, and trying to find something that actually works. With expert insights from clinical nutritionist Kylie White, and leading voice in metabolic health Grant Schofield, this conversation goes far beyond quick fixes.
We unpack:
- What GLP-1 actually does in the body - Why “just eat less and move more” doesn’t work for everyone - The reality of weight regain after stopping the medication - The role of stress, environment, and modern lifestyles - How to approach weight loss in a sustainable, long-term way
This is not about shame, blame, or shortcuts. It’s about understanding the bigger picture and finding a path that actually works for real people.
If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, or like nothing is working… this episode is for you.
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In this episode of the Forkin' Good Podcast, Kate takes Simon somewhere very different… behind the scenes of a real life recycling plant.
What they discover is eye-opening.
From contamination and food waste to nappies, batteries, and even hazardous items, this episode reveals what is really happening to the recycling we put on the curb each week.
You’ll learn:
- That up to 30% of recycling is contaminated. - How entire truckloads can be sent to landfill if we do the wrong thing. - What actually happens inside a recycling facility. - The simple mistakes households are making every day. - How small actions at home can make a huge difference.
This is not about blame. It is about education, awareness, and doing better.
If you’ve ever wondered whether recycling actually works or what happens after your bin is collected, this episode is a must-watch.
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Forkin' Good Live in Tauranga: Leftovers, Local Heroes and a Packed Room
23 mars 2026
00:38:08
In this special episode of the Forkin' Good Podcast, Kate Fenwick and Simon Gault take you inside their very first live event in Tauranga.
What started as a big idea turned into a packed room, incredible food, practical leftover inspiration, and a powerful conversation about food waste, community, and local action. This week, Kate and Simon reflect on the night, the sponsors who made it possible, and the amazing panel of guests who shared what is really happening on the ground in Tauranga.
You’ll hear from:
Renee Hanna from Good Neighbour - Supporting whānau through rescued food and practical community connection
Sophie Wolland from Love Food Hate Waste - Sharing simple household habits that can reduce food waste and save money
Jen Long from Misfit Garden - Rescuing imperfect produce and helping more good food get eaten
This episode is full of local insight, useful ideas, and a behind the scenes look at what happens when the Forkin' Good Podcast goes live.
If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe, follow, and share it with someone who loves food, hates waste, and wants to see more good ideas in action. Follow the podcast on Instagram and Tiktok: @forkingoodpod
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THE SECRET TO AMAZING PRODUCE EVERY WEEK - Misfit Garden!
16 mars 2026
00:31:19
This week on the Forkin' Good podcast, Kate and Simon visit Misfit Garden in Taupō and discover one of New Zealand’s smartest food waste solutions.
Misfit Garden rescues fresh fruit and vegetables that are too small, too wonky, slightly blemished, or simply not “perfect” enough for supermarkets, then delivers them straight to households around New Zealand. The catch? There’s nothing wrong with them at all. In fact, a lot of it is fresher, tastier, and more exciting than what you’ll find on supermarket shelves.
From buttery avocados and baby leeks to yellow watermelon, omega plums, baby eggplants and chef grade mushrooms, this episode is packed with fresh produce, food waste insight, and some serious inspiration for home cooks and chefs alike.
We also dive into Chef’s Garden, Misfit Garden’s premium produce arm for chefs and hospitality businesses looking for unusual, beautiful, super fresh ingredients direct from growers.
In this episode: - Fresh produce delivered direct from growers - Why “ugly” fruit and veg is still premium quality - How Misfit Garden helps reduce food waste at farm level - Why supermarket standards reject perfectly good produce - The difference between Misfit Garden and Chef’s Garden - How chefs can access rare and specialty ingredients - What’s in a Misfit Garden box - The surprise of yellow watermelon, baby leeks, mini cauliflower and more - A special 25% off code for Forkin' Good listeners
If you care about fresh food, reducing waste, supporting growers, and eating well for less, this one is for you.
Use code FORKINGOOD for 25% off your first Misfit Garden box, at their website here: https://www.misfitgarden.co.nz/
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Leftovers, Food Waste, and the $1,300 You’re Throwing Away! Sophie Wolland from Love Food Hate Waste
09 mars 2026
00:38:44
Could your household save $1,300 this year just by wasting less food?
In this episode of the Forkin' Good Podcast, Kate Fenwick and Simon Gault sit down with Sophie Wolland from Love Food Hate Waste to unpack the shocking truth about food waste in New Zealand and what we can do about it.
Kiwis are throwing away around $3 billion worth of food every year, with the average household wasting about $25 a week. The good news is that small, practical changes can make a huge difference.
Check out the Leftover Legends campaign info here: https://lovefoodhatewaste.co.nz/leftoverlegends/
We talk about:
• why leftovers are still one of the biggest sources of food waste • how to plan meals and shop smarter • the simple 2 plus 2 plus 2 rule for leftovers • creative ways to use up chicken, rice, veg, and odds and ends • how food waste hurts both your wallet and the planet • the new Leftover Legends Challenge and how you can enter to win free groceries for a year
This is a practical, eye opening conversation packed with easy ideas you can start using today.
Check out Simon's Chicken Bone Broth video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tcjkRVvBY10
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She Was Told She’d Never Walk Again | Chloe Hogan’s Journey
02 mars 2026
01:10:25
This week on the Forkin' Good Podcast, we sit down with Chloe Hogan.
Chloe was two weeks away from her second marathon when a car accident changed everything. A traumatic brain injury. Life support. Months in rehabilitation. Doctors telling her family she would never walk again.
Thirteen years later, she walked one kilometre.
In this deeply honest conversation, Chloe shares:
• What it was like waking up after a traumatic brain injury • The moment her father refused to sign life support papers • Relearning how to sit, stand, and walk • The daily reality of brain rehabilitation • The role of family, friendship, and stubborn determination • Why nutrition and training still matter • The long road back to independence
Alongside Chloe is her friend and caregiver Shaz, offering insight into what it truly means to walk alongside someone in recovery.
This is not a story about limitation. It is a story about resilience, community, and refusing to give up.
We also cook mushroom risotto, stretch pizza dough, and talk about food as therapy.
How Kiwis Can Get Cafe Food for 1/3 the Price (and Save It From Landfill)
23 févr. 2026
00:39:55
Ever wondered how much perfectly good food gets binned at the end of the day?
This week on Forkin’ Good, we’re joined by Joost Rietveld from Too Good To Go, the app that lets you pick up surprise bags of surplus food from cafes, bakeries, hotels and more, usually for around one-third of the usual price.
We talk:
How the surprise bag model works (and why “free” didn’t work)
The myth of “old food” and what you’re actually getting
Best before vs use-by, and how to use your senses
Why this is a win for customers, businesses, and the planet
Christchurch is next and how locals can help their favourite spots get on board
If you’re in Auckland, download the app and have a crack. If you’re in Christchurch, start nudging your local cafe now.
Listen and subscribe for more real-world cooking wins, waste-less habits, and no-nonsense chats about food.
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00:00 What Too Good To Go is 02:45 How “surprise bags” work 05:20 The one-third pricing model 06:35 Why “free” failed (human behaviour) 14:15 Cost of living and why this matters 26:45 Best before vs use-by explained 39:40 Christchurch is next and share this episode with your local café.
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Grant Schofield, on Why We Need To Stop Trusting Food Packaging
14 févr. 2026
01:08:48
This week on the Forkin' Good Podcast, we sit down with Professor Grant Schofield — one of New Zealand’s most outspoken voices on metabolic health — and we don’t hold back.
We dive into: - Why the Health Star Rating system doesn’t work - Why cereal can score higher than smoked salmon - The powerful link between sugar, metabolism & mental health - Why high blood sugar drives chronic disease - What’s really happening in school lunchboxes - What “metabolic health” actually means - Why modern medicine treats symptoms — not causes - Microplastics, packaging & the bigger food system problem
If you’ve ever wondered:
Why “no added sugar” doesn’t mean healthy How to reverse Type 2 diabetes Why ultra-processed food dominates supermarkets What prevention really means
This episode is for you.
Prevention isn’t a trend — it’s the cure.
Listen, share, and send this to someone who needs to hear it.
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Starting a Weight Loss Journey When Life Won't Slow Down
07 févr. 2026
00:53:23
IMPORTANT NOTE FROM SIMON: Just to clarity what I said in the video: sushi isn’t automatically “healthy” from a blood sugar or weight-loss point of view because it’s rice-based. Rice isn’t sugar, it’s starch but that starch is broken down into glucose (a simple sugar) in the body. One cup of cooked white rice delivers around 45 g of carbohydrate, roughly 11–12 teaspoons worth, which can raise blood sugar fairly quickly, especially in larger portions or with sauces and mayo. That’s what I’m talking about: carb load and blood glucose impact, not that rice literally turns into table sugar. Portion size and what you eat it with makes a big difference.
Life doesn’t pause just because you decide to take better care of yourself.
In this episode of the Forkin Good Podcast, Kate shares the start of her weight loss journey while juggling work travel, family life, and a schedule that refuses to slow down. We talk honestly about what makes change hard, why timing is never perfect, and how small, realistic steps matter more than big promises.
We also get into the very real challenge of feeding families right now. School lunchboxes, rising food costs, time pressure, and how parents can make better choices without blowing the budget or losing their minds.
This is not about perfection, quick fixes, or dramatic before and after stories. It’s about real life, real constraints, and finding a way forward anyway.
If you’re trying to look after your health while life keeps throwing curveballs, this one’s for you.
Let us know in the comments what part of life makes healthy change hardest for you right now.
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This week we pull in at The Corner Stone Café — the spot you’ll miss if you’re flying through… but once you find it, you’ll plan your drives around it.
We sit down with Phillippa, the owner, for a proper yarn about how the café came to be, what makes a great customer (and what definitely doesn’t), and why hospitality is harder than most people realise — especially when you’re running off septic, dealing with staffing shortages, and somehow still keeping standards sky-high.
We get into:
What makes Cornerstone such a destination (garden walk, shop next door, kids’ park, heaps of seating)
The reality of running a café in a semi-rural spot
How they handle food scraps (compost, pig scraps, worm farm) and manage waste behind the scenes
Why good service isn’t “extra” — it’s the whole point
And yes… the corn fritters (with or without maple syrup — we’ll let you decide)
If you’re heading to the Coromandel, Tauranga, Hamilton or anywhere through Ngatea — this one’s your next stop.
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E Numbers (Good or bad?), Sleep Progress, and Learning to "Switch Off"!
24 janv. 2026
00:36:11
Kate’s off to the Gold Coast for her son’s 21st, so we kick things off with holidays, theme parks, and the art of actually switching your phone off without someone calling to “just take five minutes”.
Then we get stuck into a big one: E numbers. What they actually are, which ones are completely fine, and why the ones to watch usually live in ultra processed foods. We talk nitrates in processed meats, food colourings, MSG, and the difference between minimally processed food and the stuff that’s been engineered to taste so good you keep going back for more.
We also tee up a future episode on greenwashing, plus a proper look at what really happens at a recycling facility, because a few myths need a decent shake.
If you enjoyed it, give us a like, hit subscribe, and chuck a comment below: what’s the most confusing claim you’ve seen on a food label lately?
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Fruit Flies, Sleep Hacks and Why We’re Changing Things in 2026
17 janv. 2026
00:34:17
This week on the Forkin’ Good Podcast, we start with a very real summer problem and end up somewhere much more important.
From getting rid of fruit flies without spraying chemicals everywhere, to why sleep is the foundation of good health and willpower.
Simon explains the simple sleep mistakes most people make, how alcohol and sugar affect sleep, why body temperature matters, and a few easy changes you can start tonight. No gimmicks. No extremes. Just practical stuff that works.
We also talk food, crumbed snapper, online comments, and why we’re building a healthier approach for 2026.
Watch on YouTube or listen wherever you get your podcasts.
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Stunning Lasange and Italian Food at Romulus and Remus!
10 janv. 2026
00:46:01
We hit Romulus & Remus (Ponsonby, Auckland) for the lasagne everyone raves about… and yep — it delivered. From an Istanbul yoghurt-gin cocktail to blue cod cured in rock salt, this episode is stacked with big flavour, good yarns, and proper hospitality.
We chat with Claire about building a restaurant through tough times, why great teams matter, and how to keep food waste low without losing generosity. Then we head into the kitchen with Chef Tugay (Turkey → NZ) to unpack the magic behind his 10-layer, egg-yolk pasta lasagna, plus his wildly good eggplant chips and the ingredients he refuses to compromise on.
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The first episode of the year is packed with great conversation, good food, and a few holiday surprises. Kate breaks tradition with her first-ever Christmas lunch at a restaurant (no dishes and no regrets). Simon shares what was on his plate at his mum’s, and how his leftover rum cream sauce found new life on summer berries a week later.
We dive into:
Restaurant tipping in New Zealand
Acts of kindness that actually make a difference
Clever ways to use up Christmas leftovers
It’s a feel-good, light-hearted start to the year and the perfect listen for summer.
Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. Watch the full episode on YouTube — search Forkin Good Podcast
Have a Forkin’ Good Christmas! 🎄 Zero-Waste Food Tips, Laughs & Leftovers
13 déc. 2025
00:40:23
IIt’s our final Forkin’ Good Podcast of the year - and we're bringing the festive chaos with laughs, leftovers, and low-waste living! 🎅♻️
Join Simon and Kate in their Christmas hats as they share:
Genius ways to reuse Christmas leftovers (Brussels sprout glow-up, anyone?)
Zero-waste wrapping tips that don’t kill the vibe
What not to recycle (yes, glittery cards... we’re looking at you)
Hilarious family traditions and real talk about overbuying food
Bonus ideas like pavlova smoothies, Boxing Day toasty bars, frittatas, and more!
We’re wrapping up 2025 with some Forkin’ good laughs and loads of practical food + sustainability advice to help you save money, waste less, and relax more this Christmas. 🎁🍴💚
👉 Tell us your best (or worst) Christmas food tradition in the comments! 🎧 Subscribe to hear us again in the new year! Follow the podcast on Instagram and Tiktok: @forkingoodpod
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From Caravan to Coastal Icon: Inside Luke’s Kitchen & their famous mussels!
06 déc. 2025
00:47:23
Kate & Simon hit the road to Kuaotunu and land at Luke’s Kitchen – the laid-back beachside spot serving up 80kg of mussels a day, wood-fired pizzas, and seriously good vibes on the Coromandel 🌊🍕🦪
In this episode of the Forking Good Podcast, you’ll meet:
Luke – the local lad who turned his dad’s mechanic workshop and a food caravan into one of NZ’s most loved coastal restaurants
Steve – the “overqualified” Auckland hospo pro who applied for a pizza chef job, moved for the lifestyle… and never left
They chat about:
How Luke’s Kitchen grew from a caravan to a Coromandel institution
Cracking 200 eggs a morning for their famous Spanish eggs
Running a 60-person summer team in a town of ~200 people
Surf, fishing and mental health: swapping city burnout for beach life
What really happens with food waste, water use and mountains of mussel shells
Why this spot should be on your NZ road-trip loop (and where else to stop nearby)
Stick around to the end for details on the Forking Good Christmas Hamper giveaway and how to enter 🎁
Subscribe, drop a comment, and add Luke’s Kitchen, Kuaotunu to your must-visit list next time you’re in Aotearoa 🇳🇿
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#8 Grab Life by the Beans: Coffee, Cups & Coromandel Chats
29 nov. 2025
00:32:54
Join Kate & Simon for a caffeine-fuelled adventure as they road-trip to Coromandel and meet local legend John from Naughty Bean Coffee — a character, a storyteller, and one hell of a coffee roaster.
This episode is all about coffee, cups, characters, and choices:
How much coffee is actually good for you (science says more than you think) Inside the world of coffee roasting with a former builder–turned–barista The personality behind the perfect cup — why experience matters just as much as flavour Milk, cream & lactose intolerance — and why cream is surprisingly kinder on your gut 2 litres before 2pm? The hydration rule that might just change your energy The ugly truth about takeaway coffee cups — BPA, PFAS, plastic liners & why they can’t be recycled Reusable cup habits that actually stick Chocolate fish, Kiwi cafes & all the Coromandel vibes PLUS: Enter our Christmas Hamper Giveaway just by leaving a comment
It’s warm, funny, practical, a bit shocking in places… and full of the forking good energy you expect.
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Inside Auckland’s Best-Kept Food Secret: A Mediterranean Feast with Zeki
23 nov. 2025
00:33:57
Welcome to a very special episode of the Forkin' Good Podcast — because today, we’re not just talking about food… we’re EATING it.
Simon and Kate take you inside Lokanta, the legendary Mediterranean restaurant run by their long-time friend and Turkish chef Zeki, right in the heart of Auckland, New Zealand.
This episode is part feast, part masterclass, part travel story — and fully packed with:
🍷 Proper Mediterranean dining 🐙 Octopus & lentils cooked the traditional way 🔥 Flaming saganaki 🦪 Rice-stuffed mussels 🥗 Why olive oil truly matters ❤️ Food, family & human connection 🌿 What the Mediterranean diet ACTUALLY is (not what Google tells you)
You’ll hear: • Stories of cooking together in Turkey & the Greek Islands • Why Mediterranean food is naturally healthy, clean and flavour-packed • How we can cook this way at home • Zeki’s philosophy on food, hospitality, and why “less is more” • Rapid-fire questions including favourite herbs, sauces, secret dislikes & kitchen must-haves
This episode has everything: food, friendship, travel, nostalgia, storytelling and the kind of hospitality that fills your soul.
👉 If you're in Auckland, GO to Lokanta. 👉 If you love good food, hit LIKE. 👉 If you want more Mediterranean adventures, SUBSCRIBE. 👉 Tell us in the comments: What dish should Simon & Kate try next?
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#6 - Homemade > Store-Bought: Brownies, Cookies & Seriously Good Kitchen Swaps
15 nov. 2025
00:44:11
🍫 Kate’s $7 Brownie Rebellion Kate refuses to buy tiny café brownies for the kids and bakes her own big, gooey tray instead – topped with a sprinkle of Murray River salt. Simon taste-tests (brutally honestly) and LOVES it.
🍝 Next-Level Bolognese Tips Simon shares his chef secrets for a proper bolognese: - Why a splash of milk at the end is magic - A tiny grate of nutmeg and even chicken livers (trust him!) - Pancetta vs bacon - Why fettuccine/tagliatelle beats spaghetti for holding sauce - Turning leftovers into pies, toasties, nachos & stuffed veg
🥗 30-Second Creamy Salad Dressing (No E-Numbers) Simon whisks up a “creamy” dressing with: Extra virgin olive oil, Balsamic (guava, pomegranate or whatever you’ve got), Mustard or lemon horseradish cream... All in under a minute – no bottles, no weird ingredients.
🍪 Forking Good Gooey Skillet Cookie Then Simon rolls out his “brownie points” – a hot skillet cookie with: Gooey cookie dough, A hidden layer of Nutella, A scoop of his Much Moore Christmas mince pie & vanilla ice cream, Finished with flake salt for that final 5% magic
🎒 Kids’ Lunchboxes, Waste & Real-Life Eating Kate and Simon chat about:
Why kids’ lunchboxes are full of packets (and what to swap instead) - White bread vs proper grain bread - Fruit vs “99% fruit” lollies - Getting kids to pack their own lunch - The 80/20 rule: healthy most of the time, fun some of the time
🧼 Old-School Soap Shaker & Zero-Waste Dishes Kate shows Simon a seriously cool retro gadget: the soap shaker – a metal basket for solid dish soap that replaces plastic bottles and watery detergents. Plus: Wasted Kate dishcloths and how you can win some.
💬 JOIN THE CONVERSATION Tell us in the comments:
Are you Team Brownie or Team Skillet Cookie?
What’s your go-to, actually-eaten-by-kids lunchbox combo?
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#5 - Flying High, Cooking Bold: Simon Gault’s Forkin' Good Origin Story
09 nov. 2025
00:55:14
This week, it’s Simon’s turn in the hot seat! Kate grills (gently) the man behind the chef’s whites to uncover how a glider-flying Kiwi kid became one of New Zealand’s most recognised culinary voices.
From growing up in Papakura with a pilot dad to washing dishes at 15 and learning perfection (and terror!) under legendary chef Tony Astle, Simon shares the hilarious, humbling and inspiring journey that shaped his career.
Hear how a young apprentice ended up chatting with Elton John, cooking at Michelin-level restaurants in London, surviving a dodgy bedsit, and carving a giant turkey in half for his first wedding gig. It’s packed with stories of grit, luck, and “fail fast, fix fast” moments — plus the advice that’s guided Simon ever since.
Kate and Simon also chat about food waste and the Love Food Hate Waste “Great Date Debate” busting myths about best before vs use by dates!
💬 Join the chat: Comment on YouTube to enter our Forking Good giveaways (including Simon’s book!).
📦 This week’s takeaway: Your nose knows — and your fridge deserves an Eat Me First section.
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We thought it's about time to introduce one of our hosts! For those who don't know, Kate Fenwick AKA Waste-ed Kate, AKA The Nappy Lady, has been educating on waste and rubbish for over two decades! She say's she talks rubbish full time!
Get to know Kate like never before in today's episode!
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Welcome to the Forkin' Good Podcast with Simon Gault and Waste-Ed With Kate. Real food, real laughs, real talk about waste.
In Episode 2 we cover: • Giving your food a second chance to reduce waste and save money! • Life hacks and recipes for cheese, leek, bananas, and more! • Recycling basics, but theres lot's more to learn!
• Beeswax wraps, how to make the most!
Tune in, have a laugh, and tell us what you want to hear next — we’re just warming up 🍴
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Simon Gault and Kate Fenwick dish out practical ways to cook better, waste less, and have a cracking yarn about the food we love.
In this first-ever episode, we’re just getting started! Kate checks in on her sleep habits (and Simon’s got a few opinions), we unpack the truth about processed and refined foods, and share some simple swaps to get your kitchen — and your energy — back on track.
Tune in, have a laugh, and tell us what you want to hear next — we’re just warming up 🍴
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