Feb 27, 202642 minS1
Jess Cerra is a former professional cyclist, chef, entrepreneur, and now VP of Product & Community at SaltStick — but what threads it all together isn’t titles. It’s nourishment. In this episode, we unpack the “high...
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Tall Poppy Talk
Hosted by Grace Lewis · society · EN
About this Podcast:
Tall Poppy Syndrome, it's a social phenomenon, we all know, but don't often unpack. Kia ora, my name is Grace Lewis and I am on a mission to change the conversation around tall poppy syndrome. By focusing on the positives, rather than weaponising people's success, we can grow more Tall Poppies and fuel a culture that is based on genuine celebration of people's achievements. Join me as I interview legendary people who are [tall poppies] in their field, about their experience - & the lessons they've learned along the way.
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What is Tall Poppy Talk about?
Tall Poppy Syndrome, it's a social phenomenon, we all know, but don't often unpack. Kia ora, my name is Grace Lewis and I am on a mission to change the conversation around tall poppy syndrome.
Who hosts Tall Poppy Talk?
Tall Poppy Talk is hosted by Grace Lewis. The show has published 131 episodes to date.
What has Tall Poppy Talk covered recently?
Recent episodes include "[131] Operating at the Elite Level with Jess Cerra | Pro Cyclist, Elite VP at Salt Stick, Chef & Community Leader" (27 February 2026, 42 minutes), "[130] The Mind of a Kiwi Filmmaker with Matt Hicks" (13 February 2026, 43 minutes), and "[129] How James Oliver Built a Million-Dollar Nutrition Brand" (4 December 2025, 59 minutes).
How often does Tall Poppy Talk publish?
Tall Poppy Talk publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 45 minutes across 131 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Tall Poppy Talk?
Booking probability for Tall Poppy Talk is 28%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Tall Poppy Talk requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Tall Poppy Talk's contact route on record: verified email.
About the host
Grace Lewis hosts Tall Poppy Talk, a society podcast with 131 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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Feb 13, 202643 minS1Matt Hicks - Filmmaker, DJ, Producer & Creative - joins Tall Poppy Talk to unpack risk, storytelling, and backing yourself before anyone else does. #podcast #creative #producer #film #newzealand
Dec 4, 202559 minS1“You’re lucky to have the chance to even try. So don’t waste it.” Welcome James Oliver to Tall Poppy Talk!! CEO and founder of Atlas, what started as a personal need became a fast-scaling, million-dollar business rooted...
Nov 20, 20251 hourS1Kia ora and welcome to this beautiful episode with KATE LAIDLER!! With a truly make-it-happen mentality, Kate shares with us her journey from those first afterschool acting classes to expanding her creative skills in...
Aug 14, 202544 minS1"It's an unbelievable feeling when a stranger buys your product more than once. It just is." – Kate Assaraf, Founder & CEO of Dip. Kate is a boundary-pushing founder and CEO of Dip, the waterless beauty brand making...
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Aug 5, 20251h 3mS1"If the camera wasn't there, would you still do something?" - Mitch Lamb, Kiwi whitewater kayaker, adventure athlete, and all-round good mate. In this episode with my dear mate Mitch, he opens up about his journey from...
Jul 10, 202547 minS1Kia ora! In this episode of Tall Poppy Talk we dive into the inspiring journey of Jessie Speedy, a passionate competitive distance runner and New Zealand registered dietitian. Jessie shares her unique blend of elite...
Jul 3, 202534 minS1"If I wouldn't ask for your advice, why do I care about your opinon?" Kia ora team, I have missed you. I'm officially back on my weekly episode pursuit and SO hyped about that. Please join me today for a little 1:1...
Jun 19, 202551 minS1"I'm an enthusiast" - Kate Mason, an SJA award-winning columnist and documentary maker, TNT sports presenter and broadcaster. On today's episode we discuss Kate's journey in sports broadcasting, her experiences covering...
May 29, 202538 minS1re-release of Tūranga Morgan-Edmonds, originally aired 17th December 2022. THANK YOU TU!! Go listen to NZ music, Alien Weaponry, and enjoy this podcast episode too. p.s. recording quality continues to grow, please...
May 18, 20251h 9mS1"Vulnerability is a strength, not a weakness" - Megg Alexander, Actress & Creative. Megg, a rising New Zealand actress, shares her journey in the acting industry, discussing the realities of her profession, the...
May 10, 202541 minS1"I was just born for music" - Cyril Riley. Re-release from one year ago, as Cyril Riley's "Stumblin' In" was transforming his life. Flash forward, and what Cyril has accomplished in this past year is motivating...
Apr 30, 202545 minS1"Do not apologize for your Ambition" - Angelique Richardson, leading UK Sports Lawyer. Ange joins TPT for a super relevant discussion around athlete identity. We talk about her journey in sports law, the complexities of...
Episode #118
[118] Why am I doing this? #solosession
Apr 23, 202523 minS1After some time away, I am BACK with a purpose and passion. Remembering WHY I wanted to start the Tall Poppy Talk podcast in the first place, and how this has evolved in the past 2.5 years, has been a beautiful...
Mar 12, 202541 minS1"Say yes to opportunities that scare you" - David Pangilinan, Senior Manager of Market & Cultural Intelligence at Paramount, aka @DavidIsHereNow. David Pangilinan, blesses the podcast in this episode to share insights...
Episode #116
[116] Ability vs Capacity: Exploring Low Energy Availability in Women's Sport with Hannah Heideveld
Feb 12, 202544 minS1"Just because you have the ability to do something, that doesn't mean it's going to happen. Because sometimes you have the capacity and sometimes you don't. We're not robots, we're humans with emotions and things...
Jan 30, 202540 minS1"If you think about it mathematically, if I celebrate your success and you celebrate someone else's success and somebody else celebrates my success, we all get celebrated and we don't have to boast anymore. So we can...
Jan 22, 202544 minS1"Be okay with failing. Don't dwell on the failures. So when you fail, just have a little cry and then, you know, half an hour later, get back up and try again or try something new because if you do dwell you're not only...
Jan 17, 202524 minS1"You have to put yourself first, not because you matter more but because you're not doing anyone justice when you show up at 60%" Kicking off Season FIVE of Tall Poppy Talk. Join me for a solo-episode, where I reflect...
Episode #112
[112] Self Taught to Soaring Success | Rachel Lancaster, Canadian Mural Artist + Content Creator
Dec 19, 202448 minS1"My answer is always Yes" - Rachel Lancaster, Mural Artist + Content Creator. Rachel is a self-taught artist from Canada, who joins Tall Poppy Talk today to share her journey from a casual painter to a full-time mural...
Recent guests
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Jess Cerra
Vice President Product Development, Quality & Community, Alete Active Nutrition
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Matt Hicks
President and Chief Executive Officer, The Rangers Sports Network
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James Oliver
author of Burn Bright, Not Out, The Center for Applied Ecological Remediation
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Kate Assaraf
The Punk Rock Architect of Plastic-Free Luxury & Local Commerce, Dip Sustainable Hair Care
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