Skip to main content

New announcement. Learn more

Listen

THE BOUNTIFULL PODCAST · · ·

Every conversation we've ever had,
sorted by what it's about.

60+ unhurried conversations — nourishment, belonging, money, mountains, mind. Wander in wherever you are.

Listen on Spotify Watch on YouTube

1.2M+

YOUTUBE VIEWS

Top 15%

SPOTIFY VIDEO PODCASTs

5

SEASONS

Global

GUEST ROSTER

BROWSE · · ·

Find the conversation that's right for you

Bountifull is a personal growth and wellbeing podcast for people who want to think more carefully about how they live. Each episode is a unhurried conversation with a researcher, psychologist, entrepreneur, or thinker who has spent years going deep on one thing — mental health, resilience, purpose, relationships, money, creativity, or what it actually means to live a meaningful life. Hosted by Sian Simpson, the podcast has explored these ideas across five seasons and 60+ episodes with guests from around the world.

Nourishment Relationships Money and Wealth Nature and Wellbeing Emotional Wellbeing Identity Purpose and Meaning Creativity and Craft Economics Science and Curiosity New Chapters Life Stories Adventure Mental Health Resilience Reinvention Retirement Contribution Society and Culture Healing and Recovery Performance and Mindset

MOST POPULAR · · ·

Featured episodes.

EPISODE 42 · TASMAN DENIZE →

A Life of Hunting, Fishing and Adventure with Tasman Denize of NZ Wild Adventures

EPISODE 41  · HAYDEN PADDON →

From Small-Town NZ to World Rally Stardom: Hayden on Grit, Purpose, and Performance

EPISODE 26 · ROWAN SIMPSON →

How to Be Wrong and Still Succeed 

EPISODE 40 · DR SUNITA SAH →

Defiance, Compliance, Saying No, and the Psychology of Approval

Nourishment

Food, gut health, sleep and energy — the quiet architecture of feeling well. What we put in our bodies, how we rest, and the physical and emotional rhythms that shape how we feel every day.

Cheryl Sew Hoy, founder of Tiny Health, discussing gut microbiome and infant health on the Bountifull Podcast
Why Gut Health Affects Everything CHERYL SEW HOY
Dr Michael Breus, The Sleep Doctor, on how better sleep changes your mood, mind and ability to feel joy on the Bountifull Podcast
How Better Sleep Changes Your Mood, Mind, and Ability to Feel JoyDR MICHAEL BREUS
Dr Rick Leskowitz, Harvard-trained psychiatrist, discussing how energy shapes your health, mindset and everyday life on the Bountifull Podcast
How Energy Shapes Your Health, Mindset, and Everyday Life
How Energy Shapes Your Health, Mindset, and Everyday LifeDR RICK LESKOWITZ
Jed Diamond, men's health expert and author of The Irritable Male Syndrome, on male hormones, midlife transitions and emotional wellbeing on the Bountifull Podcast
Men’s Health, Hormones, and Emotional WellbeingJED DIAMOND
Denise Chapman Weston, Playologist and inventor, on play as wisdom and what childhood play reveals about who we are on the Bountifull Podcast
Play is the CompassDENISE CHAPMAN WESTON

Relationships, Connection and Belonging

The people we choose, the people we keep, and how we know we are home. Social connection, loneliness, belonging and what the science says about why our relationships are as vital to our health as anything else we do.

Eri Kardos, relationship coach and founder of Relearn Love, on building healthy connected relationships on the Bountifull Podcast
How to Build a Healthy RelationshipERI KARDOS
Dr Julianne Holt-Lunstad, professor of psychology and neuroscience at Brigham Young University, on the science of social connection and loneliness on the Bountifull Podcast
Why Social Connection Is Essential to a Bountiful Life
Why Social Connection Is Essential to a Bountiful Life DR JULIANNE HOLT-LUNSTAD
Sabina Read, psychologist and human behaviour expert, on inner wisdom, curiosity and meaningful connection on the Bountifull Podcast
The Wisdom Within: Self-Discovery, Curiosity and Tuning Your Inner Voice
The Wisdom Within: Self-Discovery, Curiosity and Tuning Your Inner VoiceSABINA READ
David Spinks, community builder and author of The Business of Belonging, on belonging, enoughness and building meaningful communities on the Bountifull Podcast
Community, Belonging, and Being Enough
Community, Belonging, and Being EnoughDAVID SPINKS

Performance, Pressure and Mindset

Flow states, self-trust, the psychology of saying no, and what stress actually does to us. What it takes to perform under pressure, manage your mindset, and stay grounded when the stakes are high.

Hayden Paddon, New Zealand world rally driver, on grit, self-trust and finding your way back after everything falls apart on the Bountifull Podcast
From Small-Town NZ to World Rally Stardom: Grit, Purpose, and PerformanceHAYDEN PADDON
Dr Paula G. Williams, Professor of Clinical and Health Psychology at the University of Utah, on stress, resilience and the power of awe on the Bountifull Podcast
Why Stress Matters: How to Thrive, Not Just Survive
Why Stress Matters: How to Thrive, Not Just SurviveDR PAULA WILLIAMS
Dr Sunita Sah, Cornell professor and psychologist, on the psychology of saying no, defiance, compliance and the cost of approval on the Bountifull Podcast
Defiance, Compliance, Saying No, and the Psychology of Approval
Defiance, Compliance, Saying No, and the Psychology of ApprovalDR SUNITA SAH

THE BOUNTY - BY BOUNTIFULL

The questions, episodes and ideas worth treasuring. One nugget at a time.

Welcome to the Bountifull community

Money, Wealth and Enough

What money actually buys, what it doesn't, and the question nobody asks often enough — how much is enough? Conversations about financial wellbeing, building wealth, passive income and the psychology of money with people who have thought carefully about what prosperity really means.

Brooke Roberts, co-founder of Sharesies, on money, financial literacy and democratising investing on the Bountifull Podcast
Money Matters, Impact, Opportunity, and Channeling Your Energy
Money Matters, Impact, Opportunity, and Channeling Your EnergyBROOKE ROBERTS
Bari Tessler, financial therapist and author of The Art of Money, on transforming your relationship with money on the Bountifull Podcast
Money Tools for an Abundant Life
Money Tools for an Abundant LifeBARI TESSLER
Alt text for image: Pascal Wagner, passive investor and former venture capitalist, on building financial freedom and passive income on the Bountifull Podcast
How to Build Passive Income and Become a Multi-Millionaire
How to Build Passive Income and Become a Multi-MillionairePASCAL WAGNER
Rowan Simpson, entrepreneur, investor and author of How to Be Wrong, on startup success, failure and finding enough on the Bountifull Podcast
How to Be Wrong and Still Succeed
How to Be Wrong and Still SucceedROWAN SIMPSON

Nature and Adventure

From the science of what nature does to our minds, to foraging wild coastlines, hunting remote wilderness and travelling the world with no fixed address. Conversations about the outdoors, the natural world, and what happens to us when we step outside the built environment and pay attention.

Holli-Anne Passmore, nature and wellbeing researcher, guest on the Bountifull Podcast.
What Nature Teaches Us About Living a Good LifeDR HOLLI-ANNE PASSMORE
🌟 "What does it mean to live a bountiful life? For me, it's waking up happy, working happy, and going to bed happy. If I can do that, that’s the most important thing in my life." 🌟 Join the ⁠Bountifull Podcast⁠ for an inspiring conversation with ⁠Scott Eddy⁠, one of the worlds top travel influencers and digital entrepreneur. Scott’s journey from investment banking to traveling over 85 countries and becoming a global influencer with over 1 million followers is filled with resilience, exploration, and digital transformation. He sold all of his belongings and now lives in hotels and on cruise boats, prioritizing waking at sunrise and replying to any comments that come in overnight because, in the online world, that is good manners. Scott isn’t one for trends; he believes in being authentic, and the biggest compliment you can give him is by saying that he is exactly the same online as he is in real life. He encourages brands not leveraging social media to stop being dinosaurs and urges people who know what makes them happy but aren’t practicing it to just do it—life’s too short to be focusing on the wrong things. In This Episode, You’ll Discover: Finding Joy in Travel: Scott discusses how traveling has shaped his perspective on life and human connections, emphasizing the importance of being present and enjoying every moment. The Power of Social Media: Explore Scott’s journey in the digital world, from founding the first digital agency in Southeast Asia to becoming a top travel influencer with over 1.1 million followers. He shares his strategies for authentic engagement and the impact of social media on the hospitality industry. Living Without Regrets: Learn about Scott's philosophy of seizing opportunities and living without regrets. He talks about the significance of taking risks and learning from both successes and failures. Human Connections and Kindness: Scott reflects on the importance of treating others with kindness and respect, whether online or in person. He highlights how genuine interactions and maintaining positive relationships are crucial in his life. Staying Authentic: Discover how Scott remains true to himself in the public eye and the value of authenticity in building a personal brand. Travel Tips and Insights: Scott shares practical travel tips, his favorite destinations, and how to bring a sense of adventure into everyday life without traveling far. Guest bio: Scott Eddy’s life took an unexpected turn when his father, a police officer, was killed in the line of duty just before his high school graduation. After a decade in investment banking, he resigned and bought a one-way ticket to Thailand, sparking a passion for travel and digital marketing. In Bangkok, he founded the first and largest digital agency in Southeast Asia, which he ran for five years. Over 17 years, Scott lived in six countries, building his personal brand and becoming a top travel influencer with over 1 million followers. Now a full-time traveler, Scott turns storytelling into ROI for tourism and hospitality, and hosts the travel series Video Globetrotter on Lifetime Television. A true citizen of the world, Scott believes in the power of human connection and authenticity, making him a sought-after digital expert in the travel industry. Follow Scott: https://www.instagram.com/mrscotteddy/ Following the Bountifull Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/bountifullworld/ https://bountifullworld.com/
Living with No Regrets, Joy, Loss, and Global Travel
Living with No Regrets, Joy, Loss, and Global TravelSCOTT EDDY
Ty Walker, trout farmer and steward of Smoke in Chimneys hatchery, on simplicity, focus and purposeful living on the Bountifull Podcast
Simplicity, Resilience, and Raising Trout
Simplicity, Resilience, and Raising TroutTY WALKER
Tasman Denize, creator of NZ Wild Adventures, on hunting, fishing and living free in the New Zealand wilderness on the Bountifull Podcast
NZ Wild Adventures: A Life of Hunting, Fishing and AdventureTASMAN DENIZE
Peter Langlands, New Zealand forager and environmental advocate, on wild foods, foraging and reconnecting with nature on the Bountifull Podcast
Natural Nourishment: Foraging, Food and Conservation
Natural Nourishment: Foraging, Food and ConservationPETER LANGLANDS

🎧 LISTEN · · ·

Subscribe on your  favourite platform.

♪ Spotify ♫  Apple Podcasts ▶ YouTube

Mental Health, Healing and Resilience

Mental health, emotion and the inner weather we live inside.

Dr Thea Comeau, registered psychologist and trauma researcher, on post-traumatic growth and healing after trauma on the Bountifull Podcast
Life After Trauma DR THEA COMEAU
Dr Kristin Francis, psychiatrist and brain health advocate, on depression, mental health and the science of gratitude on the Bountifull Podcast
What Depression Teaches Us About Brain Health, Gratitude, and Healing
What Depression Teaches Us About Brain Health, Gratitude, and HealingDR KRISTIN FRANCIS
Alt text for image: Magenta Silberman, clinical psychologist, on shame, stigma and self-worth on the Bountifull Podcast
Shame, Guilt, and the Stories We Tell OurselvesMAGENTA SILBMAN
Connor Amor-Bendall, playwright, actress and journalist, on grief, creative healing and living by love and kindness on the Bountifull Podcast
Grief, Living with Loss, Love, and Creative Healing
Grief, Living with Loss, Love, and Creative Healing CONNOR AMOR-BENDALL
Emily Polichette, neurologic music therapist at Huntsman Mental Health Institute, on how music shapes our emotions, brains and wellbeing on the Bountifull Podcast
How Music Helps Us Feel, Heal and ConnectEMILY POLICHETTE
Carylynn Larson, organisational psychologist and founder of Rock Recovery, on mental health, workplace culture and what it means to build healing communities on the Bountifull Podcast
The Human Side of WorkCARYLYNN LARSON

Identity, New Chapters & Reinvention

When the old story stops fitting — and the long, honest work of writing the next one.

Klay Williams, founder of The Just Beginning Project, on purpose, identity and the emotional realities of retirement on the Bountifull Podcast
Beyond the Money: How to Thrive in RetirementKLAY WILLIAMS
Andrew Middleton, founder of INDY I'm Not Done Yet, on ageing, reinvention and finding purpose in later life on the Bountifull Podcast
I'm Not Done Yet, the Dangerous Decade and Slow RetirementANDREW MIDDLETON
Mallun Yen, founder of Operator Collective, on building a career without following the rules and the power of perspective on the Bountifull Podcast
How to Build a Great Career Without Following the RulesMALLUN YEN
Zara Davidson, former elite athlete and AI technology executive, on identity, burnout and rediscovering joy after high achievement on the Bountifull Podcast
Letting Go of Shoulds and Building Confidence as a Former Athlete
Letting Go of Shoulds and Building Confidence as a Former AthleteZARA JILLINGS
Allison Chen, pastry chef and content creator known as Al Chenny, on creativity, following unconventional paths and building a joyful life on the Bountifull Podcast
How Not to Live a Miserable Life
How Not to Live a Miserable LifeALLISON CHEN
Steve Judd, British astrologer and astrocartography expert with over 45 years experience, on self-understanding, timing and finding where you thrive on the Bountifull Podcast
Astrology, Astrocartography, and Finding Where You ThriveSTEVE JUDD

Purpose, Meaning and Contribution

The slow, unglamorous work of building a life that feels like yours.

Nell Derick Debevoise, speaker, coach and author, on finding purpose without perfectionism and living with intention on the Bountifull Podcast
How to Find Purpose in Your Life Without the Pressure or Perfectionism
How to Find Purpose in Your Life Without the Pressure or PerfectionismNELL DERICK DEBEVOISE
What if the simplest acts of giving could transform your confidence, resilience, and sense of purpose? In this inspiring episode, resilience psychologist Dr Alia Bojilova shares why contribution—small acts of meaningful generosity—can profoundly shape our lives, communities, and well-being. Drawing from her diverse background—from a childhood in post-communist Bulgaria to her distinguished career as an Army Officer and Lead Psychologist with the elite New Zealand Special Air Service (1NZSAS), and now as a global resilience expert—Alia redefines contribution not as grand gestures, but as everyday actions that connect us deeply to others and ourselves. She reveals how contribution boosts self-worth, builds genuine resilience, strengthens relationships, and guides us toward purpose and meaning. Together, we explore the science behind why contribution matters, how even tiny gestures create powerful ripple effects, and how to integrate this practice into our daily lives. Alia reminds us that true abundance isn't about what we accumulate—it's about how generously we share our lives. ✨ Episode Highlights: 🌱 Contribution Builds Identity – Small acts of giving offer immediate emotional feedback that reinforces your sense of worth, capability, and agency. ✨ Excitement Is a Compass – Alia shares how fleeting moments of excitement have guided some of her most meaningful life decisions—and why listening to those sparks matters. 🌦️ We Are Somebody’s Weather – Our emotional state affects everyone around us. Alia explores how being intentional about your presence can shape relationships and environments. ⚖️ Equilibrium Is Essential – A bountiful life balances challenge and rest. Alia opens up about learning to say yes to pause, not just productivity. 🌀 Purpose Emerges Through Action – Purpose isn't something you need to define before you begin—it grows out of contribution, curiosity, and consistent engagement. 🧠 Awareness Fuels Resilience – Resilience starts with noticing how you feel and taking ownership of your state. Contribution is one of the most powerful tools for shifting it. 🧃 Scarcity Can Spark Creativity – Alia’s upbringing taught her that limitations can lead to resourcefulness, joy, and deep connection—not deprivation. 🤝 Contribution Creates Belonging – Belonging isn’t something you wait for—it’s something you generate through thoughtful action and care. ⏳ Busyness Isn’t the Goal – Alia invites us to question what we’re actually busy with, and whether those efforts align with meaning and joy. 🫶 Leadership Is Human, Not Heroic – Great leaders don’t perform—they notice, care, and contribute to the wellbeing of others in small, consistent ways. 🔍 Curiosity Is a Daily Practice – In every context, from military to family life, curiosity helps us challenge assumptions and uncover what really matters. 👶 Teach Contribution Through Doing – Alia’s daily practice with her son—doing something kind for someone else—offers a simple but powerful way to raise resilient, generous kids. 👤 About Dr. Alia Bojilova Dr Alia Bojilova is a Registered Psychologist with a focus on organizational, team, and individual resilience, leadership, and curiosity. Her extensive career includes serving as an Army Officer and Lead Psychologist with the elite New Zealand Special Air Service (1NZSAS) and the Counter Terrorist Tactics Group. Her operational experience spans Afghanistan, Syria, Israel, the wider Middle East, East Timor, and the Solomon Islands. She was awarded the NZDF Meritorious Service Medal and the United Nations Commendation for her leadership through critical incidents in Syria. Alia is also the author of The Resilience Toolkit, providing practical tools for lasting resilience and well-being. About the Bountifull: The Bountifull Podcast explores how to live a more purposeful, resilient life. Host Sian Simpson connects with interesting people from diverse backgrounds to dive into personal growth, emotional wellness, and creativity.
The Power of Contribution
The Power of ContributionDR ALIA BOJILOVA
Carl Honoré, bestselling author and voice of the Slow Movement, on why a good life cannot be rushed on the Bountifull Podcast
The Power of Slow: Why a Good Life Cannot Be Rushed
The Power of Slow: Why a Good Life Cannot Be RushedCARL HONORÉ
Julie Fry, consulting economist and author of Ambition NZ, on ambition, contribution and living a fulfilling life on the Bountifull Podcast
The Essence of Ambition
The Essence of AmbitionJULIE FRY
Michael Fox, co-founder of Fable Food, on mushrooms, entrepreneurship and building a purpose-driven business on the Bountifull Podcast
Three Startups, One Big Pivot and the Power of Changing Your MindMICHAEL FOX

🎧 LISTEN · · ·

Subscribe on your  favourite platform.

♪ Spotify ♫  Apple Podcasts ▶ YouTube

Creativity and Craft

The discipline of making — and the strange grace of paying attention.

Sir Richard Taylor, founder and Creative Director of Weta Workshop and five-time Academy Award winner, on creativity, passion and the art of building fantastical worlds on the Bountifull Podcast
The Art of Being: Creativity, Connection, and the Rich Tapestry of Life
The Art of Being: Creativity, Connection, and the Rich Tapestry of LifeSIR RICHARD TAYLOR
Lynne Sandri, Wellington-based visual artist with over 25 years experience, on creativity, nature and building a life through art on the Bountifull Podcast
The Curious Idealist: Challenging Norms and Life as a Professional Artist

The Curious Idealist: Challenging Norms and Life as a Professional Artist
LYNNE SANDRI
Matt Lambert, Michelin-starred New Zealand chef and founder of The Musket Room New York, on craft, excellence and returning home on the Bountifull Podcast
Meant to Be: Cheffing, Michelin Stars, and Making an Effort
Meant to Be: Cheffing, Michelin Stars, and Making an EffortMATT LAMBERT
Denise Chapman Weston, Playologist, therapist and inventor with over 150 patents, on play, imagination and human connection on the Bountifull Podcast
Never Stop Playing DENISE CHAPMAN WESTON
Sam Harrop, Master of Wine and minimal intervention winemaker, on terroir, authenticity and the philosophy of letting wine speak for itself on the Bountifull Podcast
A Bountiful Blend: What Wine Teaches You About Patience, Place and Less
A Bountiful Blend: What Wine Teaches You About Patience, Place and LessSAM HARROP (MW)
Vianney Establet, owner of V Wine Salon Melbourne and fifth-generation winemaker from Bordeaux, on hospitality, heritage and entrepreneurship on the Bountifull Podcast
Heritage and Hustle: Wine, Family Legacy, and Entrepreneurial Spirit
Heritage and Hustle: Wine, Family Legacy, and Entrepreneurial SpiritVIANNEY ESTABLET
Egor Petrov, founder of Bayside Rum and bar manager at Ahi Restaurant, on mixology, entrepreneurship and building a rum empire in New Zealand on the Bountifull Podcast
Curiosity and Craft: Creativity, Resilience, and Building a Rum Empire
Curiosity and Craft: Creativity, Resilience, and Building a Rum EmpireEGOR PETROV

Economics, Science and Society

Big systems, small lives, and how to think clearly when the news is loud.

Dirk Philipsen, Duke professor and economic historian, on capitalism, wellbeing and what it means to truly thrive on the Bountifull Podcast
How to Live a Bountiful Life in a Capitalist World
How to Live a Bountiful Life in a Capitalist WorldDIRK PHILIPSEN
Adrian Miller, James Beard Award-winning soul food historian and former White House advisor, on food, culture, identity and history on the Bountifull Podcast
What Soul Food, Faith, and History Teach Us About Identity and Belonging
What Soul Food, Faith, and History Teach Us About Identity and BelongingADRIAN MILLER
Dr Joshua Pepper, NASA program scientist and astrophysicist at Lehigh University, on curiosity, exoplanets and the emotional realities of life in science on the Bountifull Podcast
Lessons from a NASA Scientist on Curiosity, Failure, and Staying the Course
Lessons from a NASA Scientist on Curiosity, Failure, and Staying the CourseJOSHUA PEPPER
Lindsay Kaldon, NASA Fission Surface Power project manager, nuclear engineer and Air Force officer, on living without regrets and pursuing dreams at any age on the Bountifull Podcast
From Spy Planes to Powering the Moon: A Life Lived at Full Throttle
From Spy Planes to Powering the Moon: A Life Lived at Full ThrottleLINDSAY KALDON
Paul Conway, Chief Economist at the Reserve Bank of New Zealand, on inflation, cost of living and what prosperity really means on the Bountifull Podcast
Weaving Prosperity: Economics, Inflation, and the Art of Bountiful Living
Weaving Prosperity: Economics, Inflation, and the Art of Bountiful LivingPAUL CONWAY
Alan Cottington, food innovator and vertical farming advocate at Land Logic, on the future of sustainable food production on the Bountifull Podcast
The Future of Food: Vertical Farming, Innovation, and Living a Balanced Life
The Future of Food: Vertical Farming, Innovation, and Living a Balanced LifeALAN COTTINGTON

Life Stories

Stories of ordinary and extraordinary lives, and the lessons gathered along the way.

Jessica Mogford, mother and resilience advocate, on overcoming adversity, forgiveness and finding love and meaning in everyday life on the Bountifull Podcast
Hope Beats Adversity: A Story of Strength & Second Chances
Hope Beats Adversity: A Story of Strength & Second ChancesJESSICA MOGFORD
Agnar Hall, NASA systems test engineer and cosmologist, on redefining success, living with fibromyalgia and embracing identity on the Bountifull Podcast
Curiosity, Compassion, Cosmos: A NASA Engineer’s Story of Resilience
Curiosity, Compassion, Cosmos: A NASA Engineer’s Story of ResilienceAGNAR HALL
Adam Wardel, fractional general counsel and world traveller, on service, intentional living and asking for what you want on the Bountifull Podcast
Asking for What You Want: Balance, Service, and Living Intentionally
Asking for What You Want: Balance, Service, and Living IntentionallyADAM WARDEL
David Hoskins, founder of Herons Flight Vineyard in Matakana, on Italian grape varieties, winemaking without regrets and building a legacy on the Bountifull Podcast
No regrets: Following Whims, Creating a Winery, and Embracing Life
No regrets: Following Whims, Creating a Winery, and Embracing LifeDAVID HOSKINS
Emma Bates, CEO and co-founder of Diem social search engine, on closing the gender information gap and building community for women online on the Bountifull Podcast
Knowledge, Power and the Female Internet
Knowledge, Power and the Female InternetEMMA BATES

THE BOUNTY - BY BOUNTIFULL

The questions, episodes and ideas worth treasuring. One nugget at a time.

Welcome to the Bountifull community

Copyright © 2026 Public Rally Limited

POWERED BY ROCKETSPARK
Loading...
 

This product has been added to your cart

CHECKOUT