Forkin' Good with Simon Gault & Kate Fenwick
Forkin’ Good is a podcast where food, health and real life collide, hosted by chef Simon Gault and waste educator Kate Fenwick. They share honest conversations, practical cooking advice, expert insights and plenty of laughs. The show focuses on eating better, saving money and reducing waste for Kiwi households. It aims to make life a little healthier, easier and more forkin’ good.
Episodes
When Science Meets Red Tape. Professor Julia Rucklidge Part 2
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 Nutri
The Missing Link Between Nutrition & Mental Health | Prof. Julia Rucklidge
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 vitami
Getting Your Teeth Done in Vietnam: Is It Really Worth It? | Jacqui Anderson
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
Inside One of NZ's Michelin-Recognised Restaurants | Helen Turnbull
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
Life After a Double Lung Transplant | Jess Avenell Part 2
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 cha
Living With Someone Else’s Lungs | Jess Avenell’s Incredible Story
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 Iro
Why Quitting Isn’t Failure | Gareth Holebrook on Ishi
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 hi
Stop Telling People What to Do: A Better Way to Lead with Gareth Holebrook
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 emp
He Collapsed 7km From the Finish... Here's What He Learned
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 st
How To Deal With Stress When Life Won't Slow Down!
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), walkin
Are Smartphones Destroying Childhood? We Want to Find Out
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, wh
Your Gut Controls More Than You Think | The Truth About Gut Health
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
What Nobody Tells You About Owning a Café - Catching up with Nav from Pink Broccoli!
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
Breaking the Cycle of Binge Eating and Food Guilt - Catching up with Elizabeth Marshall
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 conve
We Found The Best Pizza In Wellington! And they shared their secrets
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
Eddie Rakanui on Love Life More: The Philosophy That Changed Everything
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
Vietnam, Trolls & Talking Poo | A Very Random Catch Up
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 surprisi
What REALLY Happened in Vietnam? | Let's check in
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 episod
Simon’s Vietnam Food Adventure: Salted Coffee, Street Food & Culture Shocks
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 o
PINK BROCCOLI CHECK IN! Chatting to Nav about her journey so far!
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 excitem
Mother’s Day Reflections and the Value of Time with Family
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 co
WE INTERVIEWED SIMON SQUIBB! Dreams, Advice, and everything in between
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
A Real Conversation About Food, Habits and Feeling Better | FG PODCAST #27
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 lessThe impact of stress on your body and metabolismSimple nutrition shifts that actuall
Grocery Prices Are Out of Control - Here’s What To Do
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 comebackHow
We Got Sent Beer! So We Talked Food, Festivals & Fine Dining
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
Is GLP-1 the Shortcut… or the Trap?
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 G
WHAT REALLY HAPPENS TO YOUR RECYCLING!
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 con
Forkin' Good Live in Tauranga: Leftovers, Local Heroes and a Packed Room
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 possib
THE SECRET TO AMAZING PRODUCE EVERY WEEK - Misfit Garden!
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
Leftovers, Food Waste, and the $1,300 You’re Throwing Away! Sophie Wolland from Love Food Hate Waste
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
She Was Told She’d Never Walk Again | Chloe Hogan’s Journey
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 wa
How Kiwis Can Get Cafe Food for 1/3 the Price (and Save It From Landfill)
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 w
Grant Schofield, on Why We Need To Stop Trusting Food Packaging
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- Wh
Starting a Weight Loss Journey When Life Won't Slow Down
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 bloo
The Corner Stone Cafe: Worth Pulling Over For!
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, de
E Numbers (Good or bad?), Sleep Progress, and Learning to "Switch Off"!
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 meat
Fruit Flies, Sleep Hacks and Why We’re Changing Things in 2026
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
Stunning Lasange and Italian Food at Romulus and Remus!
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 gener
We are Forkin’ Back 2026
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 ZealandActs of kindnes
Have a Forkin’ Good Christmas! 🎄 Zero-Waste Food Tips, Laughs & Leftovers
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 vibeWhat not to recycle (yes, glittery cards... we’re looking at you)Hilarious f
From Caravan to Coastal Icon: Inside Luke’s Kitchen & their famous mussels!
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 restaurantsSteve – the “overq
#8 Grab Life by the Beans: Coffee, Cups & Coromandel Chats
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–
Inside Auckland’s Best-Kept Food Secret: A Mediterranean Feast with Zeki
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:🍷
#6 - Homemade > Store-Bought: Brownies, Cookies & Seriously Good Kitchen Swaps
🍫 Kate’s $7 Brownie RebellionKate 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 TipsSimon 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 h
#5 - Flying High, Cooking Bold: Simon Gault’s Forkin' Good Origin Story
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 t
Episode 4 - Get to know Waste-Ed Kate!
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!Follow Simon on his channels below:Instagram: @simon_gaultFacebook: @OfficialsimongaultTik
Episode 2 - Second Chances for food... and Simon!
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 te
Episode 3 - Salmon, Potato Salad, and the importance of sharing food
This week, Simon dusts off his apron and prepares a stunning lunch for Kate (and Brody behind the camera!)This meal was a great catalyst for discussion around sitting, sharing, and being present for a meal with friends. We need to do more of it!It's definitely an ep we recommend checking out the video version for! The food looked amazing! Follow the podcast on Instagram and Tiktok: @forkingoo
Episode 1 - Sleep, Silicon, and Snacking!
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,
