Lemon Drops

Episode 10 | Crafting Your Dream Home with Latitude Homes' Graham Wellington

In this episode of Lemon Drops, we chat with Graham Wellington, Licensee owner of Latitude Homes Taranaki/Manawatu. Graham shares his journey from running a local construction company to leading Latitude Homes with a focus on making the building process stress-free and enjoyable. Discover how Latitude Homes tailors designs, offers flexible customisation, and delivers award-winning quality. If you’re thinking about building a home in the region, this episode is packed with valuable insights you won’t want to miss!

Episode 9 | Talking Resilience: Coping with Life's Curveballs

Get ready for an honest and uplifting episode of the Lemon Drops podcast with Smokeylemon’s Big Cheese, Mands, and Anna Richardson. For the first time, Anna opens up about the reality of being made redundant from her previous career-a turning point she’s only recently started speaking about publicly. Anna shares how confronting this challenge not only tested her resilience but also became the catalyst for her personal and professional reinvention. Tune in for a powerful conversation about vulnerability, bouncing back, the power of resilience and the courage it takes to share your story and embrace new beginnings.

Episode 8 | An Honest Talk About the Marketing Industry, with the Big Cheese

Mandy McGregor, the Big Cheese, is back for round two! This time we’re diving deep into the real talk behind the marketing world. No buzzwords, no fluff—just an honest chat about what it actually takes to get noticed in a crowded space.
We cover everything from the ups and downs of social media, to why some businesses disappear online (and why that’s a problem), to how podcasting can help build real connection. Mandy shares her take on what works, what doesn’t, and why passion and relationships are still the heart of good marketing.
If you’re in the game or just curious how it all works, this one’s worth a listen!

Episode 7 | A Heart That Broke Free: A Conversation with Life Coach Liz Fry

Join us for an inspiring conversation with life coach and author Liz Fry as she shares insights from her book "A Heart That Broke Free." 
Liz opens up about the struggles so many of us face, feeling like we're not enough, battling imposter syndrome, and learning to embrace vulnerability as a source of strength. Through real journal entries, powerful client stories, and her own lived experiences, Liz offers practical wisdom and emotional insight to help you reconnect with your self-worth.
Whether you're navigating your own healing journey or just need a little encouragement today, this honest and uplifting conversation is one you won’t want to miss.
Tune in now- and remember, you are enough.

Episode 6 | Celebrating Admins with Lisa Lowe, EA to the New Plymouth Mayor

This month, we celebrate World Administrative Professionals Day, shining a light on the people who keep everything smoothly behind the scenes. In this episode, we chat with Lisa Lowe, Executive Assistant to the Mayor of New Plymouth. Lisa shares insights into her role and why the administrative career path is so much more than just support. Tune in as we recognise the importance of admins and the impact they have on organisations every day.

Episode 5 | The Pride Behind Pride Taranaki

This week on Lemon Drops, we sit down with Chris Herlihy—the driving force behind Taranaki Pride Week. From his background in event management with WOMAD to being on the Pride Taranaki committee, Chris has been at the heart of building a vibrant and inclusive celebration in the region. We dive into the journey from the first-ever Taranaki Pride Week in 2024 to this year’s expanded lineup and explore what makes Taranaki such a special place for him. Plus, we get to know Chris on a personal level with some fun, unexpected questions!

Episode 4 | The Making of a Creative Director

What does it take to become a Creative Director? In this episode of Lemon Drops, Anna sits down with Jimi Hunt, Smokeylemon’s very own Creative Director, to chat about his journey into design, his university experience, thoughts on AI in the creative industry, and more.
If you’re curious about the world of design, creativity, and what goes on behind the scenes, this one’s for you!

Episode 3 | Dark Mode vs. Light Mode

In this episode of Lemon Drops, Smokeylemon’s Anna Richardson dives into the ultimate tech debate: Dark Mode vs. Light Mode! Which one is easier on the eyes? Does Dark Mode really save battery? And is Light Mode actually better for productivity? We break down the pros, cons, and science behind both, so you can finally settle the debate for yourself.