Episode 6 - The art of difficult conversationsTough talks land better when you’re clear-headed. Take a breather and respond when you’ve had time to think. Sami and Annah share their expertise and lessons learnt navigating tough conversations in Episode 6 of Stretton Unfiltered, out now!
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Ep 6: The Art Of Difficult Conversations
How do you tackle the conversations no one wants to have? In this candid chat, Annah and Sami unpack the messy, human, and surprisingly empowering side of difficult conversations. From leadership moments to smelly summer scenarios, family dynamics to customer service meltdowns, they share their go to tools for turning tough talks into positive outcomes.This episode explores:• Why avoiding hard conversations only makes matters worse• How to frame tough feedback positively and effectively• Navigating work and family dynamics with honesty and longevity • The power of listening and calm communicationPerfect for leaders, small business owners, and anyone who’s ever dreaded “the talk.”Connect with us on socials🎧 Stretton Unfiltered Instagram 🎧 Stretton Unfiltered Facebook🌸 Annah Stretton TikTok🌸 Annah Stretton Instagram 🌸 Annah Stretton Facebook🌸 Join our VIP page 🌸 www.annahstretton.co.nzSHOP OUR BOOKS 📖Rag Trade To Mag Trade:Ebook available here Order the physical book here 📚Grit Before Grace:Ebook available hereOrder the physical book here 📚
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Ep5. Olive’s Kitchen: How We Took Our Dog’s Health Journey And Grew A Pet Wellness Brand
When Olive, Annah’s beloved white boxer, was diagnosed with cancer, it sparked more than a fight to save one dog’s life. It ignited the beginnings of a pet wellness movement. In this episode, Annah and Sami sit down with holistic vet Dr Heidi Ward-McGrath to unpack how a personal health crisis turned into the birth of Olive’s Kitchen, a New Zealand pet brand built on the belief that good food is good medicine.We explore how natural nutrition, gut health, and fearless problem-solving evolved into a thriving business filling a major gap in the pet care industry. From mixing ingredients on the kitchen bench to shipping across the Tasman, We talk about creating a product that solved a problem for our own dog, and then for thousands more. This is a story of personal health, purpose-driven entrepreneurship, and the power of turning pain points into powerful business opportunities.To learn more about Olive's Kitchen, you can check out our website hereConnect with us on socials🎧 Stretton Unfiltered Instagram 🎧 Stretton Unfiltered Facebook🌸 Annah Stretton TikTok🌸 Annah Stretton Instagram 🌸 Annah Stretton Facebook🌸 Join our VIP page 🌸 www.annahstretton.co.nzSHOP OUR BOOKS 📖Rag Trade To Mag Trade:Ebook available here Order the physical book here 📚Grit Before Grace:Ebook available hereOrder the physical book here 📚
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Ep 4. The Love - Hate Life Of Social Media: Authenticity, Body Confidence And The Courage To be Real
In this refreshingly honest conversation, Sami & Annah sit down with Camille Guzzwell . Waikato’s radio firecracker and long-time friend of the Annah Stretton brand, to unpack the rollercoaster world of social media. From the nostalgia of Bebo and Facebook’s early days to the pressures of today’s online perfection, they dive deep into authenticity, body positivity, and the power of community.Camille opens up about seeing herself on camera for the first time (“jibbly bits and all”), learning to love her body at 53, and how kindness online still matters. Annah shares her own toughest social-media moment; the viral bear-rug controversy. And what it taught her about resilience, fear, and rebuilding after public backlash.Together, they explore how brands and individuals can stay real, joyful, and connected in a digital world that often rewards the opposite.💬 A must-listen for anyone who’s ever loved, hated, or been hurt by social media.Connect with us on socials🎧 Stretton Unfiltered Instagram 🎧 Stretton Unfiltered Facebook🌸 Annah Stretton TikTok🌸 Annah Stretton Instagram 🌸 Annah Stretton Facebook🌸 Join our VIP page 🌸 www.annahstretton.co.nzSHOP OUR BOOKS 📖Rag Trade To Mag Trade:Ebook available here Order the physical book here 📚Grit Before Grace:Ebook available hereOrder the physical book here 📚
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Ep 3. How one Phone Call Sparked Our Biggest Pivot Yet, The Annah Stretton COVID Story
A fashion label on “struggle street” becomes an essentialbusiness in days. Annah and Sami take you inside the chaos, from sewing machines firing up to 15,000 mask packs sold in a single day, and how the pivot not only saved the business but reignited it's relevance.We want to acknowledge that while our story reflects moments of humour, pivoting, and unexpected success, the COVID period was an incredibly difficult time for many. Businesses closed, families faced hardship, and many lost loved ones. We share our experience with gratitude, but also with deep respect for the challenges others endured.Credit to Seven Sharp for the interview snippet we have included. To watch the full news story click hereConnect with us on socials🎧 Stretton Unfiltered Instagram 🎧 Stretton Unfiltered Facebook🌸 Annah Stretton TikTok🌸 Annah Stretton Instagram 🌸 Annah Stretton Facebook🌸 Join our VIP page 🌸 www.annahstretton.co.nzSHOP OUR BOOKS 📖Rag Trade To Mag Trade:Ebook available here Order the physical book here 📚Grit Before Grace:Ebook available hereOrder the physical book here 📚
Welcome to Stretton Unfiltered. The podcast where fashion, purpose, and unapologetic conversation meet. Hosted by Annah and Sami Stretton, this series takes you behind the seams of a legacy brand and a powerful social impact journey, sharing the stories, lessons, and voices that inspire change
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