WOW. It finally happened.

For two seasons, Sienna’s dream podcast guest has been global superstar Rita Ora - and in this episode, Rita doesn’t just join the podcast… she surprises Sienna in the studio!

After seeing Ben get a Rita Ora tattoo for his daughter go viral on social media, Rita reached out and said she had to do the podcast - leading to an emotional and unforgettable face to face moment.

Sienna and Ben chat with Rita about:


The epic surprise moment when Sienna is surprised by her idol and dream guest


How Rita saw the tattoo online, got in touch, why it made her emotional and whether Ben has made things awkward with her husband Taika Waititi


Growing up feeling different - and learning to back yourself


Early pop star dreams, broken promises, and pushing through setbacks


What Rita has learnt about dealing with fame, nerves, and confidence


Juggling music, fashion, TV talent shows, acting roles - and knowing what to say yes to


How she manages a hectic global schedule without burning out

Plus, plenty of Kiwi chat, including:


What Rita loves about being in New Zealand


Her favourite Kiwi food and favourite place in the country


Her favourite New Zealand entertainers (that aren’t her husband)


Whether she has a favourite Taika Waititi movie

And, of course… What she’d tell her younger self at Sienna’s age



It’s a really special, emotional episode about big dreams and how a tattoo ended up changing everything!

WOW. It finally happened.
For two seasons, Sienna&rsquo;s dream podcast guest has been global superstar Rita Ora - and in this episode, Rita doesn&rsquo;t just join the podcast&hellip; she surprises Sienna in the studio!
After seeing Ben get a Rita Ora tattoo for his daughter go viral on social media, Rita reached out and said she had to do the podcast - leading to an emotional and unforgettable face to face moment.
Sienna and Ben chat with Rita about:
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The epic surprise moment when Sienna is surprised by her idol and dream guest
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How Rita saw the tattoo online, got in touch, why it made her emotional and whether Ben has made things awkward with her husband Taika Waititi
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
Growing up feeling different - and learning to back yourself
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
Early pop star dreams, broken promises, and pushing through setbacks
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
What Rita has learnt about dealing with fame, nerves, and confidence
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
Juggling music, fashion, TV talent shows, acting roles - and knowing what to say yes to
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
How she manages a hectic global schedule without burning out
</li>
</ul>
Plus, plenty of Kiwi chat, including:
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<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
What Rita loves about being in New Zealand
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
Her favourite Kiwi food and favourite place in the country
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
Her favourite New Zealand entertainers (that aren&rsquo;t her husband)
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
Whether she has a favourite Taika Waititi movie
</li>
</ul>
And, of course&hellip;&nbsp;What she&rsquo;d tell her younger self at Sienna&rsquo;s age 
It&rsquo;s a really special, emotional episode about big dreams and how a tattoo ended up changing everything!

Rita Ora Surprises Sienna in Studio

In this special bonus episode, Sienna and her dad Ben headed to Wellington (by plane - not flying creature) for the Avatar: Fire & Ash premiere. They sat down with legendary director James Cameron to chat about borrowing his Avatar pool, how Avatar first came to him in a dream, whether he’d change anything about Titanic if he made it today, and where Ben should (or absolutely should not) be allowed to display his Avatar children's toy at home. It’s a seriously funny and fascinating conversation.

They also caught up with three of the film’s stars: iconic Kiwi actor Cliff Curtis, Avatar’s Jake Sully himself, Sam Worthington, and Jack Champion, who plays Spider. Cliff reveals why he hates watching his own movies, all three share the very different ways they landed their roles, and the group weighs in on whether Ben should show up to pick Sienna up from school in full Avatar costume.

Plus: behind-the-scenes chaos including sharing a room with a snoring dad, red carpet Dad jokes, school leave approval drama, and a pair of broken shoes.

Avatar: Fire & Ash hits cinemas from December 18.

In this special bonus episode, Sienna and her dad Ben headed to Wellington (by plane - not flying creature) for the&nbsp;Avatar: Fire &amp; Ash&nbsp;premiere. They sat down with legendary director James Cameron to chat about borrowing his Avatar pool, how&nbsp;Avatar&nbsp;first came to him in a dream, whether he&rsquo;d change anything about&nbsp;Titanic&nbsp;if he made it today, and where Ben should (or absolutely should not) be allowed to display his Avatar children's toy at home. It&rsquo;s a seriously funny and fascinating conversation.
They also caught up with three of the film&rsquo;s stars: iconic Kiwi actor Cliff Curtis,&nbsp;Avatar&rsquo;s Jake Sully himself, Sam Worthington, and Jack Champion, who plays Spider. Cliff reveals why he hates watching his own movies, all three share the very different ways they landed their roles, and the group weighs in on whether Ben should show up to pick Sienna up from school in full Avatar costume.
Plus: behind-the-scenes chaos including sharing a room with a snoring dad, red carpet Dad jokes, school leave approval drama, and a pair of broken shoes.
Avatar: Fire &amp; Ash&nbsp;hits cinemas from December 18.

BONUS EPISODE: Chatting with James Cameron and the Cast of Avatar: Fire & Ash

In this episode, Sienna tells her dad Ben she wants to grow up and start her own beauty brand — just like Rowena Bird from Lush.

Rowena’s journey started with literally mixing products by hand and somehow grew into helping build one of the biggest and most loved ethical beauty brands in the world.

Sienna and Ben chat with Rowena about:


What she was like as a kid and how she got into beauty


Starting out as a beauty therapist and working with The Body Shop


Selling products from the boot of her car and how the bath bomb was born in a garden shed


The good bits, the hard bits, and the “what are we doing?” moments of building Lush from scratch


Whether the famous “secret Lush master plan” is actually real 👀


Big mistakes, bouncing back from setbacks, and random career twists like becoming a balloon pilot


Skincare and confidence tips for teens


How to grow a global brand without losing what matters


What advice she’d give young people who want to build something of their own


And what she’d tell her younger self

It’s a funny, honest chat about doing things differently — and changing the world one glittery bath bomb at a time!

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In this episode, Sienna tells her dad Ben she wants to grow up and start her own beauty brand &mdash; just like Rowena Bird from Lush.
Rowena&rsquo;s journey started with literally mixing products by hand and somehow grew into helping build one of the biggest and most loved ethical beauty brands in the world.
Sienna and Ben chat with Rowena about:
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What she was like as a kid and how she got into beauty
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
Starting out as a beauty therapist and working with The Body Shop
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
Selling products from the boot of her car and how the bath bomb was born in a garden shed
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
The good bits, the hard bits, and the &ldquo;what are we doing?&rdquo; moments of building Lush from scratch
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
Whether the famous &ldquo;secret Lush master plan&rdquo; is actually real 👀
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
Big mistakes, bouncing back from setbacks, and random career twists like becoming a balloon pilot
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
Skincare and confidence tips for teens
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
How to grow a global brand without losing what matters
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
What advice she&rsquo;d give young people who want to build something of their own
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
And what she&rsquo;d tell her younger self
</li>
</ul>
It&rsquo;s a funny, honest chat about doing things differently &mdash; and changing the world one glittery bath bomb at a time!
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TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@ben_boyce_">Ben</a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@siennasspot">Sienna</a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@thehitsnz">The Hits</a>
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Creating a Global Brand with Lush Co-Founder Rowena Bird

In this episode, Sienna tells her Dad Ben she wants to grow up and be a leader like Dame Jacinda Ardern. From growing up in a small town in Morrinsville, to becoming New Zealand’s youngest Prime Minister, leading the country through major news events, and balancing life as a mum while running the nation, Dame Jacinda Ardern has achieved a lot. During it all, Jacinda has always aimed to show that kindness and strength can go hand in hand.

In this conversation, Sienna and Ben cover:


The opportunities Jacinda had growing up in a small town full of fibreglass cows, discovering a passion for politics, and lessons from her family - including one grandmother who wasn’t a fan of her political party!


Becoming New Zealand’s youngest leader, why putting yourself forward for challenging jobs should be encouraged more, the sadness she still carries with her after leading the country through tough events, and what she misses most about being Prime Minister.


Balancing motherhood with leadership and how she became the “cringe” mum earlier than expected.


Getting nervous around meeting people like Oprah, and the Queen’s special phone call during COVID lockdowns.


How Clarke captured the behind-the-scenes footage for her documentary - and how awkward it is to watch herself on the big screen in a room full of others.


The one Kiwi food they find unusual overseas, whether she really likes fishing with Clarke, and how she feels about being called a Dame or Cindy.


The work Jacinda is doing now brings her purpose, advice for teens wanting to make a difference and what she would tell her younger self.

It’s an insightful, inspiring and fun conversation about leadership, kindness, and showing that you can make a difference in the world from anywhere - while staying true to yourself.

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In this episode, Sienna tells her Dad Ben she wants to grow up and be a leader like Dame Jacinda Ardern. From growing up in a small town in Morrinsville, to becoming New Zealand&rsquo;s youngest Prime Minister, leading the country through major news events, and balancing life as a mum while running the nation, Dame Jacinda Ardern has achieved a lot. During it all, Jacinda has always aimed to show that kindness and strength can go hand in hand.
In this conversation, Sienna and Ben cover:
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<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
The opportunities Jacinda had growing up in a small town full of fibreglass cows, discovering a passion for politics, and lessons from her family - including one grandmother who wasn&rsquo;t a fan of her political party!
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
Becoming New Zealand&rsquo;s youngest leader, why putting yourself forward for challenging jobs should be encouraged more, the sadness she still carries with her after leading the country through tough events, and what she misses most about being Prime Minister.
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
Balancing motherhood with leadership and how she became the &ldquo;cringe&rdquo; mum earlier than expected.
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
Getting nervous around meeting people like Oprah, and the Queen&rsquo;s special phone call during COVID lockdowns.
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
How Clarke captured the behind-the-scenes footage for her documentary - and how awkward it is to watch herself on the big screen in a room full of others.
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
The one Kiwi food they find unusual overseas, whether she really likes fishing with Clarke, and how she feels about being called a Dame or Cindy.
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
The work Jacinda is doing now brings her purpose, advice for teens wanting to make a difference and what she would tell her younger self.
</li>
</ul>
It&rsquo;s an insightful, inspiring and fun conversation about leadership, kindness, and showing that you can make a difference in the world from anywhere - while staying true to yourself.
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Dame Jacinda Ardern on Leadership, Kindness and Lasagne Toppas

In this episode, Sienna tells her Dad Ben she wants to grow up and be an actor - just like The White Lotus star Morgana O’Reilly!

From growing up in a creative household surrounded by dance studios, to making her TV debut at age eight, Morgana has built an impressive career across New Zealand, and around the world. From hilarious comedies like Mean Mums, to the iconic Neighbours, the spooky Housebound, and most recently the global hit The White Lotus, Morgana shows that following your passion and seizing every opportunity can take you worldwide.

In this conversation, Sienna and Ben cover:
Growing up in a creative family and discovering a love for acting
Early TV roles, including Shortland Street, and deciding to pursue acting full-time
The audition process, handling rejection, and lessons learned from every role
Funny, surprising, and challenging experiences on set, including Mean Mums and Neighbours
Landing a role on The White Lotus, filming in Thailand, and working with international stars
Tips for remembering lines, overcoming nerves, and embracing theatre, TV, and film
Quickfire questions on dream co-stars, set bloopers, and acting tricks
The advice Morgana would give her younger self

It’s a fun, inspiring, and insightful chat about chasing your dreams, taking risks, and finding joy in the journey.

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In this episode, Sienna tells her Dad Ben she wants to grow up and be an actor - just like&nbsp;The White Lotus&nbsp;star Morgana O&rsquo;Reilly!
From growing up in a creative household surrounded by dance studios, to making her TV debut at age eight, Morgana has built an impressive career across New Zealand, and around the world. From hilarious comedies like Mean Mums, to the iconic Neighbours, the spooky Housebound, and most recently the global hit The White Lotus, Morgana shows that following your passion and seizing every opportunity can take you worldwide.
In this conversation, Sienna and Ben cover:
<ul>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">Growing up in a creative family and discovering a love for acting</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">Early TV roles, including Shortland Street, and deciding to pursue acting full-time</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">The audition process, handling rejection, and lessons learned from every role</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">Funny, surprising, and challenging experiences on set, including Mean Mums and Neighbours</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">Landing a role on The White Lotus, filming in Thailand, and working with international stars</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">Tips for remembering lines, overcoming nerves, and embracing theatre, TV, and film</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">Quickfire questions on dream co-stars, set bloopers, and acting tricks</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">The advice Morgana would give her younger self</li>
</ul>
It&rsquo;s a fun, inspiring, and insightful chat about chasing your dreams, taking risks, and finding joy in the journey.
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The Secrets of The White Lotus with Morgana O'Reilly

In this episode, Sienna tells her Dad Ben she wants to grow up and be a chef with bestselling cookbooks - just like Chelsea Winter!

Chelsea’s life changed completely when she took a chance on MasterChef New Zealand. Winning the show launched her into a career writing bestselling cookbooks and inspiring Kiwis in the kitchen.

In this conversation, Sienna and Ben cover:
Growing up on a farm and discovering a love for cooking
The bold leap from a regular office job to competing on MasterChef New Zealand
Behind-the-scenes stories from the show - the pressure, surprises, and funny moments
Life as a full-time chef and author, including her latest cookbook Nourish
How she encourages kids (and parents!) to cook and eat healthy
Advice for teens dreaming of a career in cooking and what she would tell her younger self
Hilarious kitchen disasters, guilty pleasures, and family food debates

It’s a funny, heartfelt, and inspiring chat about taking risks, staying grounded, and finding joy in what you do. Chelsea shows that cooking doesn’t have to be fancy - it can be simple, full of love, and that grabbing opportunities can change your life.

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In this episode, Sienna tells her Dad Ben she wants to grow up and be a chef with bestselling cookbooks - just like Chelsea Winter!
Chelsea&rsquo;s life changed completely when she took a chance on MasterChef New Zealand. Winning the show launched her into a career writing bestselling cookbooks and inspiring Kiwis in the kitchen.
In this conversation, Sienna and Ben cover:
<ul>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">Growing up on a farm and discovering a love for cooking</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">The bold leap from a regular office job to competing on MasterChef New Zealand</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">Behind-the-scenes stories from the show - the pressure, surprises, and funny moments</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">Life as a full-time chef and author, including her latest cookbook Nourish</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">How she encourages kids (and parents!) to cook and eat healthy</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">Advice for teens dreaming of a career in cooking and what she would tell her younger self</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">Hilarious kitchen disasters, guilty pleasures, and family food debates</li>
</ul>
It&rsquo;s a funny, heartfelt, and inspiring chat about taking risks, staying grounded, and finding joy in what you do. Chelsea shows that cooking doesn&rsquo;t have to be fancy - it can be simple, full of love, and that grabbing opportunities can change your life.
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Grabbing Opportunities and Making Cooking Simple with Chelsea Winter

In this episode, Sienna tells her Dad Ben she wants to grow up and help people - just like mental health advocates Genevieve Mora and Jazz Thornton from Voices of Hope.

From overcoming their own personal struggles to building a global movement, Genevieve and Jazz have used their experiences to inspire and support young people everywhere.

In this conversation, Sienna and Ben cover:


Overcoming personal challenges and the support that helped them through


Meeting each other and taking the leap to start Voices of Hope, turning personal pain into a platform for change


What it’s really like running a mental health movement and sparking conversations worldwide


Their most inspiring “pinch yourself” moments, including meeting celebrities like Lady Gaga and the Jonas Brothers


Daily strategies for practicing self-kindness and handling tough or negative thoughts


Tips for teens navigating mental health, social media pressures, self-confidence, and advice they’d give their younger selves

It’s an inspiring, heartfelt, and at times funny conversation about using your voice, loving yourself, and showing that even the hardest moments can be transformed into something powerful.

Follow The Podcast on Socials:

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In this episode, Sienna tells her Dad Ben she wants to grow up and help people - just like mental health advocates Genevieve Mora and Jazz Thornton from Voices of Hope.
From overcoming their own personal struggles to building a global movement, Genevieve and Jazz have used their experiences to inspire and support young people everywhere.
In this conversation, Sienna and Ben cover:
<ul>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
Overcoming personal challenges and the support that helped them through
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
Meeting each other and taking the leap to start Voices of Hope, turning personal pain into a platform for change
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
What it&rsquo;s really like running a mental health movement and sparking conversations worldwide
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
Their most inspiring &ldquo;pinch yourself&rdquo; moments, including meeting celebrities like Lady Gaga and the Jonas Brothers
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
Daily strategies for practicing self-kindness and handling tough or negative thoughts
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
Tips for teens navigating mental health, social media pressures, self-confidence, and advice they&rsquo;d give their younger selves
</li>
</ul>
It&rsquo;s an inspiring, heartfelt, and at times funny conversation about using your voice, loving yourself, and showing that even the hardest moments can be transformed into something powerful.
Follow The Podcast on Socials:
TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@ben_boyce_">Ben</a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@siennasspot">Sienna</a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@thehitsnz">The Hits</a>
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Making the World a Happier Place with Genevieve Mora and Jazz Thornton

In this episode, Sienna tells her Dad Ben she wants to be an athlete - just like Silver Fern and dual-sport star Maia Wilson.

From teenage prodigy representing New Zealand in both basketball and netball by the age of 18, Maia has become one of the country’s most inspiring athletes - admired not just for her talent, but for her honesty, resilience, and leadership. 

This conversation covers:


Growing up tall and talented, and balancing school and sport while making New Zealand teams as a teenager


Dealing with harsh comments about her body at 15 — and how Maia learned to embrace her body and prioritise her mental health.


Choosing between a basketball scholarship in the US or a netball contract in New Zealand - and why she chose netball


Life as a pro athlete: training, pre-game rituals, handling pressure on the court, and bouncing back from setbacks like injuries or being dropped from the team


Coping with personal loss and family challenges while performing at the highest level


Becoming a leader in her team and an inspiration to young girls, all while staying grounded


Quickfire “This or That” with Sienna - what’s worse: early morning training or hanging out with Ben?

Whether shooting for gold on the netball court or juggling life off it, Maia shows what it takes to chase your dreams while staying true to yourself.

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In this episode, Sienna tells her Dad Ben she wants to be an athlete - just like Silver Fern and dual-sport star Maia Wilson.
From teenage prodigy representing New Zealand in both basketball and netball by the age of 18, Maia has become one of the country&rsquo;s most inspiring athletes - admired not just for her talent, but for her honesty, resilience, and leadership.&nbsp;
This conversation covers:
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<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
Growing up tall and talented, and balancing school and sport while making New Zealand teams as a teenager
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
Dealing with harsh comments about her body at 15 &mdash; and how Maia learned to embrace her body and prioritise her mental health.
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
Choosing between a basketball scholarship in the US or a netball contract in New Zealand - and why she chose netball
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
Life as a pro athlete: training, pre-game rituals, handling pressure on the court, and bouncing back from setbacks like injuries or being dropped from the team
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
Coping with personal loss and family challenges while performing at the highest level
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
Becoming a leader in her team and an inspiration to young girls, all while staying grounded
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
Quickfire &ldquo;This or That&rdquo; with Sienna - what&rsquo;s worse: early morning training or hanging out with Ben?
</li>
</ul>
Whether shooting for gold on the netball court or juggling life off it, Maia shows what it takes to chase your dreams while staying true to yourself.
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Shooting for Gold and Dealing with Loss with Maia Wilson

In this episode, Sienna tells her Dad Ben she wants to be a reality TV star - just like Below Deck star Aesha Scott.

From Tauranga to screens all over the world, Aesha has become one of New Zealand’s biggest reality TV exports, known for her signature humour, energy, and Kiwi charm on the Bravo’s global hit Below Deck.

With over a million Instagram followers, appearances on I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here, The Amazing Race Australia, and her own brand ventures, Aesha has built a career by grabbing every opportunity - all while staying unapologetically herself.

In this conversation, Sienna and Ben cover:


Growing up in Tauranga and how family challenges helped shape her positive outlook on life


The bold impulsive leap from a New Zealand office job to working on superyachts overseas


How Aesha feels she actually manifested her dream job on reality TV


What life really looks like behind the glamour of Below Deck - filming, working, and surviving the drama


Becoming an international fan favourite by just being herself


Lessons she’s learned about fame, money, and happiness along the way


The moment Aesha realised she’d truly made it - getting recognised everywhere in America, despite no one knowing how to pronounce her name!

It’s an inspiring and very funny chat about taking risks, staying grounded, and how being yourself can take you worldwide.

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In this episode, Sienna tells her Dad Ben she wants to be a reality TV star - just like&nbsp;Below Deck&nbsp;star Aesha Scott.
From Tauranga to screens all over the world, Aesha has become one of New Zealand&rsquo;s biggest reality TV exports, known for her signature humour, energy, and Kiwi charm on the Bravo&rsquo;s global hit&nbsp;Below Deck.
With over a million Instagram followers, appearances on&nbsp;I&rsquo;m A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here,&nbsp;The Amazing Race Australia, and her own brand ventures, Aesha has built a career by grabbing every opportunity - all while staying unapologetically herself.
In this conversation, Sienna and Ben cover:
<ul>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
Growing up in Tauranga and how family challenges helped shape her positive outlook on life
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
The bold impulsive leap from a New Zealand office job to working on superyachts overseas
</li>
<li dir="ltr" data-ogsc="black">
How Aesha feels she actually manifested her dream job on reality TV
</li>
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What life really looks like behind the glamour of Below Deck - filming, working, and surviving the drama
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Becoming an international fan favourite by just being herself
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Lessons she&rsquo;s learned about fame, money, and happiness along the way
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The moment Aesha realised she&rsquo;d truly made it - getting recognised everywhere in America, despite no one knowing how to pronounce her name!
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It&rsquo;s an inspiring and very funny chat about taking risks, staying grounded, and how being yourself can take you worldwide.
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Being Yourself on the International Stage with Aesha Scott

This week on When I Grow Up, Sienna tells her dad Ben she wants to be a singer-songwriter - just like Riiki Reid.

In 2025, Riiki has been all over the radio, streaming charts, and has just dropped her first full-length EP Drench but Sienna and Ben uncover more about the story behind one of Aotearoa’s most exciting new artists.

From growing up in Wellington with a love of dance and performing at mall talent shows, to sharing stages with Lorde, Six60, LAB, and Sir Dave Dobbyn, Riiki shares her journey from cringe first songs to radio success.

This conversation covers:
Growing up in a creative family and finding her voice through singing at home and performing in talent quests
Writing her first songs at an early age and how journaling fuels her creative process
Making the leap from University to music full-time
How connection, kindness, and enjoying the process keep her grounded in the industry full of rejection  
Riiki’s most embarrassing on-stage moment - in front of a member of Linkin Park!
And the Instagram message from Lorde that led to an unforgettable moment on stage

It’s an inspiring (and very funny) chat about finding your voice, chasing what you love, and never losing the fun in what you do.

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This week on When I Grow Up, Sienna tells her dad Ben she wants to be a singer-songwriter - just like Riiki Reid.
In 2025, Riiki has been all over the radio, streaming charts, and has just dropped her first full-length EP Drench but Sienna and Ben uncover more about the story behind one of Aotearoa&rsquo;s most exciting new artists.
From growing up in Wellington with a love of dance and performing at mall talent shows, to sharing stages with Lorde, Six60, LAB, and Sir Dave Dobbyn, Riiki shares her journey from cringe first songs to radio success.
This conversation covers:
<ul>
<li>Growing up in a creative family and finding her voice through singing at home and performing in talent quests</li>
<li>Writing her first songs at an early age and how journaling fuels her creative process</li>
<li>Making the leap from University to music full-time</li>
<li>How connection, kindness, and enjoying the process keep her grounded in the industry full of rejection &nbsp;</li>
<li>Riiki&rsquo;s most embarrassing on-stage moment - in front of a member of Linkin Park!</li>
<li>And the Instagram message from Lorde that led to an unforgettable moment on stage</li>
</ul>
It&rsquo;s an inspiring (and very funny) chat about finding your voice, chasing what you love, and never losing the fun in what you do.
Follow The Podcast on Socials:
TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@ben_boyce_">Ben</a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@siennasspot">Sienna</a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@thehitsnz">The Hits</a>
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Pursuing what you Love with Riiki Reid

Like most teenagers, Sienna Boyce is still figuring out what she wants to be -  an actor, scientist, rugby player, singer, chef… maybe even a TikTok star. So, she’s teamed up with her Dad, Ben Boyce, to chat with incredible women from New Zealand and around the world who’ve built inspiring careers.

Each episode dives into their journeys - from humble beginnings to big achievements - and the lessons they’ve learned along the way. The goal? To give Sienna (and young people everywhere) the confidence to dream big and discover what’s possible.

And the best part? It proves that even the most successful people didn’t have it all figured out when they were young either!

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Like most teenagers, Sienna Boyce is still figuring out what she wants to be -&nbsp; an actor, scientist, rugby player, singer, chef&hellip; maybe even a TikTok star. So, she&rsquo;s teamed up with her Dad, Ben Boyce, to chat with incredible women from New Zealand and around the world who&rsquo;ve built inspiring careers.
Each episode dives into their journeys - from humble beginnings to big achievements - and the lessons they&rsquo;ve learned along the way. The goal? To give Sienna (and young people everywhere) the confidence to dream big and discover what&rsquo;s possible.
And the best part? It proves that even the most successful people didn&rsquo;t have it all figured out when they were young either!
Follow The Podcast on Socials:
TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@teachingbentiktok">Ben |</a> <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@siennasspot">Sienna&nbsp;</a>
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ben_boyce_">Ben</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/siennas_spot">Sienna | </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehitsnz/">The Hits</a>

When I Grow Up

We've got a special guest in our podcast feed today! We're excited to share with you season 2 of When I Grow Up - the podcast from Ben and his daughter Sienna! If you like what you hear, follow the podcast wherever you're listening to this!

In the first episode of Season 2, Sienna and her Dad Ben, sit down with one of New Zealand’s greatest athletes, Dame Valerie Adams - someone she hopes to be like!

With Olympic gold medals, World Championship titles, and a career that has inspired a nation, Dame Valerie’s story is nothing short of legendary.

What makes this conversation so special is Valerie’s honesty about the challenges she faced growing up - from struggling to fit in as a teenager, to finding her purpose through sport, and building resilience through setbacks and injuries.

This conversation covers:

● Growing up with very little and feeling out of place as a teen because of her height

● Finding her purpose through sport and the mentors who guided her

● Handling setbacks, the effort it takes, and what it’s like competing on the world stage at the Olympic Games

● The achievements from Olympic Glory, becoming a Dame, having a Barbie doll made in her honour and where she keeps her medals!

● What Dame Valerie would tell her younger self and will she help Ben move rocks at home on the weekend!?

This episode is a powerful reminder that no matter where you start, you can achieve extraordinary things - and you don’t need to have it all figured out when you’re young (or at any age).

Follow The Podcast on Socials:

TikTok: Ben | Sienna | The Hits

Instagram: Ben | Sienna | The Hits

We've got a special guest in our podcast feed today! We're excited to share with you season 2 of When I Grow Up - the podcast from Ben and his daughter Sienna! If you like what you hear, follow the podcast wherever you're listening to this!
In the first episode of Season 2, Sienna and her Dad Ben, sit down with one of New Zealand&rsquo;s greatest athletes, Dame Valerie Adams - someone she hopes to be like!
With Olympic gold medals, World Championship titles, and a career that has inspired a nation, Dame Valerie&rsquo;s story is nothing short of legendary.
What makes this conversation so special is Valerie&rsquo;s honesty about the challenges she faced growing up - from struggling to fit in as a teenager, to finding her purpose through sport, and building resilience through setbacks and injuries.
This conversation covers:
●&nbsp;Growing up with very little and feeling out of place as a teen because of her height
●&nbsp;Finding her purpose through sport and the mentors who guided her
●&nbsp;Handling setbacks, the effort it takes, and what it&rsquo;s like competing on the world stage at&nbsp;the Olympic Games
●&nbsp;The achievements from Olympic Glory, becoming a Dame, having a Barbie doll made in&nbsp;her honour and where she keeps her medals!
●&nbsp;What Dame Valerie would tell her younger self and will she help Ben move rocks at&nbsp;home on the weekend!?
This episode is a powerful reminder that no matter where you start, you can achieve&nbsp;extraordinary things - and you don&rsquo;t need to have it all figured out when you&rsquo;re young (or at any&nbsp;age).
Follow The Podcast on Socials:
TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@ben_boyce_">Ben</a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@siennasspot">Sienna</a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@thehitsnz">The Hits</a>
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ben_boyce_">Ben</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/siennas_spot">Sienna</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehitsnz/">The Hits</a>

BONUS PODCAST: When I Grow Up Season 2

We've got a special guest in our podcast feed today! We're excited to share with you season 2 of When I Grow Up - the podcast from Ben and his daughter Sienna! If you like what you hear, follow the podcast on iHeartRadio or wherever you get your podcasts.

In the first episode of Season 2, Sienna and her Dad Ben, sit down with one of New Zealand’s greatest athletes, Dame Valerie Adams - someone she hopes to be like!

With Olympic gold medals, World Championship titles, and a career that has inspired a nation, Dame Valerie’s story is nothing short of legendary.

What makes this conversation so special is Valerie’s honesty about the challenges she faced growing up - from struggling to fit in as a teenager, to finding her purpose through sport, and building resilience through setbacks and injuries.

This conversation covers:

● Growing up with very little and feeling out of place as a teen because of her height

● Finding her purpose through sport and the mentors who guided her

● Handling setbacks, the effort it takes, and what it’s like competing on the world stage at the Olympic Games

● The achievements from Olympic Glory, becoming a Dame, having a Barbie doll made in her honour and where she keeps her medals!

● What Dame Valerie would tell her younger self and will she help Ben move rocks at home on the weekend!?

This episode is a powerful reminder that no matter where you start, you can achieve extraordinary things - and you don’t need to have it all figured out when you’re young (or at any age).

Follow The Podcast on Socials:

TikTok: Ben | Sienna | The Hits

Instagram: Ben | Sienna | The Hits

We've got a special guest in our podcast feed today! We're excited to share with you season 2 of When I Grow Up - the podcast from Ben and his daughter Sienna! If you like what you hear, follow the podcast on iHeartRadio or wherever you get your podcasts.
In the first episode of Season 2, Sienna and her Dad Ben, sit down with one of New Zealand&rsquo;s greatest athletes, Dame Valerie Adams - someone she hopes to be like!
With Olympic gold medals, World Championship titles, and a career that has inspired a nation, Dame Valerie&rsquo;s story is nothing short of legendary.
What makes this conversation so special is Valerie&rsquo;s honesty about the challenges she faced growing up - from struggling to fit in as a teenager, to finding her purpose through sport, and building resilience through setbacks and injuries.
This conversation covers:
●&nbsp;Growing up with very little and feeling out of place as a teen because of her height
●&nbsp;Finding her purpose through sport and the mentors who guided her
●&nbsp;Handling setbacks, the effort it takes, and what it&rsquo;s like competing on the world stage at&nbsp;the Olympic Games
●&nbsp;The achievements from Olympic Glory, becoming a Dame, having a Barbie doll made in&nbsp;her honour and where she keeps her medals!
●&nbsp;What Dame Valerie would tell her younger self and will she help Ben move rocks at&nbsp;home on the weekend!?
This episode is a powerful reminder that no matter where you start, you can achieve&nbsp;extraordinary things - and you don&rsquo;t need to have it all figured out when you&rsquo;re young (or at any&nbsp;age).
Follow The Podcast on Socials:
TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@ben_boyce_">Ben</a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@siennasspot">Sienna</a> | <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@thehitsnz">The Hits</a>
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We've got a special guest in our podcast feed today! We're excited to share with you Ben's brand new podcast "When I Grow Up". If you like what you hear, follow the podcast on iHeartRadio or wherever you get your podcasts.

About the show:

This week Jazz Thornton, a renowned mental health advocate and TikTok sensation, joins Sienna and Ben to share her inspiring journey and offer valuable advice to young people facing challenges in today's world.

In this episode, they delve into:
Jazz's mental health journey: Her personal experiences, how she found hope, and the steps you can take when you're feeling down.
The impact of social media: Jazz's insights on the positives and pitfalls of social media, especially for young people.
A royal mix-up: The surprising story of how Jazz almost unintentionally missed an opportunity to meet Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.

About The Show:

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

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

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

Follow The Podcast on Socials:

TikTok: Ben |Sienna 

Instagram: Ben | Sienna | The Hits

We've got a special guest in our podcast feed today! We're excited to share with you Ben's brand new podcast "When I Grow Up". If you like what you hear, follow the podcast on iHeartRadio or wherever you get your podcasts.
About the show:
This week Jazz Thornton, a renowned mental health advocate and TikTok sensation, joins Sienna and Ben to share her inspiring journey and offer valuable advice to young people facing challenges in today's world.
In this episode, they delve into:
<ul>
<li>Jazz's mental health journey: Her personal experiences, how she found hope, and the steps you can take when you're feeling down.</li>
<li>The impact of social media: Jazz's insights on the positives and pitfalls of social media, especially for young people.</li>
<li>A royal mix-up: The surprising story of how Jazz almost unintentionally missed an opportunity to meet Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.</li>
</ul>
About The Show:
Sienna Boyce is 13 years old and constantly tells her Dad, Ben Boyce, what she wants to be when she grows up – an actor, scientist, rugby player, singer, chef or politician. 
Each episode of ‘When I Grow Up’ aims to showcase inspirational females from around Aotearoa and shine a light on them, what it takes to do their job and learn about their story of how they got to where they are so that Sienna can help make up her mind.
This is a podcast to help the teenager in your life dream big.
Follow The Podcast on Socials:
TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@teachingbentiktok">Ben |</a> <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@siennasspot">Sienna </a>
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ben_boyce_">Ben</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/siennas_spot">Sienna | </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehitsnz/">The Hits</a>

BONUS PODCAST: When I Grow Up with Ben and Sienna

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We've got a special guest in our podcast feed today! We're excited to share with you When I Grow Up - the brand new podcast from Ben and his daughter Sienna! If you like what you hear, follow the podcast on iHeartRadio or wherever you get your podcasts.

About the show:

This week Jazz Thornton, a renowned mental health advocate and TikTok sensation, joins Sienna and Ben to share her inspiring journey and offer valuable advice to young people facing challenges in today's world.

In this episode, they delve into:
Jazz's mental health journey: Her personal experiences, how she found hope, and the steps you can take when you're feeling down.
The impact of social media: Jazz's insights on the positives and pitfalls of social media, especially for young people.
A royal mix-up: The surprising story of how Jazz almost unintentionally missed an opportunity to meet Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.

About The Show:

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

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

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

Follow The Podcast on Socials:

TikTok: Ben |Sienna 

Instagram: Ben | Sienna | The Hits

We've got a special guest in our podcast feed today! We're excited to share with you When I Grow Up - the brand new podcast from Ben and his daughter Sienna! If you like what you hear, follow the podcast on iHeartRadio or wherever you get your podcasts.
About the show:
This week Jazz Thornton, a renowned mental health advocate and TikTok sensation, joins Sienna and Ben to share her inspiring journey and offer valuable advice to young people facing challenges in today's world.
In this episode, they delve into:
<ul>
<li>Jazz's mental health journey: Her personal experiences, how she found hope, and the steps you can take when you're feeling down.</li>
<li>The impact of social media: Jazz's insights on the positives and pitfalls of social media, especially for young people.</li>
<li>A royal mix-up: The surprising story of how Jazz almost unintentionally missed an opportunity to meet Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.</li>
</ul>
About The Show:
Sienna Boyce is 13 years old and constantly tells her Dad, Ben Boyce, what she wants to be when she grows up – an actor, scientist, rugby player, singer, chef or politician. 
Each episode of ‘When I Grow Up’ aims to showcase inspirational females from around Aotearoa and shine a light on them, what it takes to do their job and learn about their story of how they got to where they are so that Sienna can help make up her mind.
This is a podcast to help the teenager in your life dream big.
Follow The Podcast on Socials:
TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@teachingbentiktok">Ben |</a> <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@siennasspot">Sienna </a>
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ben_boyce_">Ben</a> | <a href="https://www.instagram.com/siennas_spot">Sienna | </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/thehitsnz/">The Hits</a>

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When I Grow Up

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