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Fork's Sake

iHeartRadio NZ
New Zealand
Food
Auckland
Drax Project
Butterbean Motivation
Joe Cotton
Dave Letele
Christmas
Food Banks
BMX
Wellington
Stephen Lovatt
Celebrity Treasure Island
James Mustapic
Touring Music Industry
Lorna Riley
New Plymouth, New Zealand
Food / Cooking
Erin Simpson Show
ACT Party

Fork’s Sake is a New Zealand food podcast serving up celebrity interviews, unforgettable stories, and a healthy dose of Kiwi humour, one meal at a time.

Each week, much‑loved TV personality Suzanne Paul and singer, performer, and passionate foodie Andrew Papas invite a well‑known guest to pull up a chair and share the meals that shaped their lives. From childhood comfort foods and family recipes ... more

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From iconic roles in Neighbours and Shortland Street to his many stage appearances, Stephen Lovatt has clearly never lost the passion for the craft of acting in his 40 year long career.

In the episode, Stephen joins Suzanne Paul and Andrew Papas a... more

This week on Fork's Sake, Suzanne Paul and Andrew Papas are joined by trained opera singer, TV host, and all around entertainer Luke Bird.

From his childhood in Whangārei where he was raised by his mother and grandmother, to cheating at making Holl... more

Suzanne Paul and Andrew Papas are back with their favourite type of podcast: Fork's Sake What's Your Problem?! Where listeners message into the podcast with their problems and dillemas, and Suzanne and Andrew give some sometimes helpful (but usually ... more

Ben Boyce is a juggernaut of New Zealand entertainment. TV, radio, podcasts, interviews, he's been everywhere and done everything, including getting Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson's signature on his behind!

Nowadays, you might know him best for his vira... more

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Recent Guests

Stephen Lovatt
One of New Zealand's most respected actors with four decades in theatre, television and film
Actor
Episode: From actor to uber driver, and back again with Stephen Lovatt
Luke Bird
One of New Zealand's most versatile entertainers; opera-trained tenor, theatre performer and podcast host
Self/Entertainment
Episode: Luke Bird wants Suzanne Paul to sell feet pics
Ben Boyce
New Zealand comedian and TV/radio personality
TVNZ/Breakfast radio team
Episode: Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson signed Ben Boyce's bum
Ben Barrington
Actor known for Almighty Johnsons, Outrageous Fortune, and Dr. Drew McCaskill on Shortland Street
Actor; Shortland Street alum
Episode: Ben Barrington's ruthless exit from Shortland Street
Antonia Prebble
New Zealand actress known for Outrageous Fortune; storyteller and on-screen talent
Outrageous Fortune
Episode: Antonia Prebble on Outrageous Fortune and awkward 'intimacy' scenes
Megan Papas
One of New Zealand's recognizable voices, breakfast host on The Hits, TV personality
The Hits, Fork's Sake
Episode: Megan Papas addresses the nudist allegations
Shaan Singh
Member of Drax Project, busker-turned-artist
Drax Project
Episode: Drax Project: Fatherhood, Filthy Flats and the Moment That Almost Ended Everything
Sam Thomas
Member of Drax Project, collaborator with major artists
Drax Project
Episode: Drax Project: Fatherhood, Filthy Flats and the Moment That Almost Ended Everything
Lorna Riley
Iconic radio host, travel lover, cancer survivor, engaged
Independent media/Radio NZ presence
Episode: Lorna Riley on finding love after 50 and melting a microwave

Hosts

Andrew Papas
Host of the show; co-host of the long-running food-and-chat format
Suzanne Paul
Co-host of Fork's Sake; veteran media personality

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Ben Barrington's ruthless exit from Shortland Street
Q: Where did you grow up and what was your childhood like?
Barrington describes growing up in Hamilton, a conventional family with cooked meals by his mum, and a classic 80s New Zealand food landscape; he recalls roasts, Chicken Tonight, and a sense of nostalgia around simple, home-cooked meals.
Anita Wigl'it loves blowing her own trumpet
Q: If you could dine with one person, who would it be and what would you order?
He would choose his grandma for the personal connection, and Barbra Streisand for a iconic, aspirational dinner, pairing Barbra's likely Caesar salad with breadsticks for mains and tiramisu as dessert, highlighting personal taste and admiration for classic performances.
Anita Wigl'it loves blowing her own trumpet
Q: What is your kitchen confession or foodie fail?
Nick talks about how his kitchen confidence is limited, owning that he's more of a performer than a cook, and his main 'food fail' is relying on pre-made or simple dishes while still creating a warm, social dinner atmosphere with guests.
Lorna Riley on finding love after 50 and melting a microwave
Q: How has your health journey influenced your lifestyle and choices around food and family?
Facing breast cancer and the BRCA2 gene led to a greater focus on healthier eating, reducing processed foods, and ensuring open conversations with family about genetic risk, while continuing to enjoy life, travel, and cooking with loved ones.
Lorna Riley on finding love after 50 and melting a microwave
Q: How did engagement on a trip shape your outlook on love and merging families?
The proposal on Burano was unexpected and powerful, showing that love can flourish and become a lasting anchor even with complex family dynamics and busy lives. It signaled a commitment that felt right despite not following a conventional timeline.

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What is Fork's Sake about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Fork's Sake combines food-focused conversation with candid celebrity storytelling in a warm, long-lunch–style format. Hosts Suzanne Paul and Andrew Papas invite a well-known guest to the kitchen table to share meals, personal memories, and career milestones, often weaving in behind-the-scenes anecdotes, family dynamics, and life lessons tied to food. Episodes frequently mix humor with heartfelt moments, covering topics from childhood meals and cultural traditions to fame, resilience, and community impact—always with a distinctly Kiwi lens and a lighthearted, conversational vibe. A few standout throughlines include discussions of career highs and challenges, reinvention in media, and the central role of shared meals in relationships and iden... more

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1. Stephen Lovatt
2. Luke Bird
3. Ben Boyce
4. Ben Barrington
5. Antonia Prebble
6. Megan Papas
7. Shaan Singh
8. Sam Thomas

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