About Frankly Podcasting

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Who We Are

Frankly Podcasting exists to make podcasting feel easy and enjoyable.

We help women-led business owners and creatives launch, grow and manage podcasts with confidence through a combination of strategy, production and personalised support. Whether a client wants a fully managed service or coaching to do it themselves, our aim is to remove the overwhelm and empower them to share their voice consistently.

We believe podcasting isn't just about recording conversations—it's about building trust, creating meaningful connections and giving business owners a platform to share their expertise in an authentic way.

As a fully remote business based in New Zealand, we work with clients locally and around the world, becoming an extension of their team and supporting them every step of the way.

At the heart of Frankly Podcasting is a genuine love for storytelling, thoughtful communication and helping good people amplify their impact.

Our Mission

To empower women-led business owners and creatives to grow their businesses through strategic podcasting—sharing their expertise, building trust, fostering genuine connection, and creating content that works long after it's published.

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Meet Lara

AUDIO ENGINEER | PODCAST PRODUCER | COACH

Hi, I'm Lara, Founder & Lead Producer.

Over the past 5+ years I've helped many amazing people launch, grow and manage podcasts that build trust, showcase their expertise and support their business goals. Whether you’re starting from scratch or looking for ongoing production support, my aim is always the same: to make podcasting feel easy and enjoyable.

Alongside founding Frankly Podcasting, I worked as a Studio Audio Engineer at NZME, producing broadcast-quality radio advertising and podcasts, while also hosting a show on Radio Wānaka and voicing commercials heard across ZM, The Hits, Coast, Newstalk ZB and other NZME stations—giving me firsthand experience both behind the mic and behind the mixing desk. That unique combination allows me to support our clients with not only high-quality production, but also the confidence and communication skills to sound their best.

Today, my focus is on Frankly Podcasting, working with clients remotely across New Zealand and around the world, helping them create podcasts they're proud of.

What are your specialties?

Podcast strategy, audio engineering, editing and mixing, sound design, music production, and coaching clients to feel confident behind the microphone.

What do you enjoy outside of work?

Spending time with my daughter exploring nature or getting messy with something creative. I also love dancing, singing, hiking and travelling to new places.

What's a fun fact about you?

I've been writing songs and making music for over 20 years, play the ukulele, and will happily sing along to almost anything.

Host & Creator of Driftscape

Driftscape is a project very close to my heart. Whilst riding the wave of postpartum anxiety, I turned to sound as a healing tool. I started creating sound journeys for myself, to get out of my head and focus on something calming. I then realised creating and listening to these stories had a positive impact on my mood, breathing, emotions, and nervous system, so I knew I had to share them with others — and Driftscape was born.

Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeart Radio, and Amazon Music.

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Meet Aaron

VIDEO & AUDIO EDITOR

Hi, I'm Aaron, Post Production Specialist.

With over 20 years' experience across television, digital media and video & audio post-production, I bring a wealth of technical expertise and creative problem-solving to every podcast we produce.

Throughout my career, I've worked on some of New Zealand's best-known television programmes, including The Project and Campbell Live, as well as documentaries, promotional videos and commercials. My passion lies in crafting polished, engaging content that connects with audiences through compelling visuals and high-quality audio.

At Frankly Podcasting, I work behind the scenes editing audio and video, enhancing sound quality and helping transform raw recordings into polished, engaging episodes, ensuring everything is delivered to the highest standard.

What are your specialties?

Podcast editing, video & audio editing, audio mixing, sound design, colour grading and long-form storytelling.

What do you enjoy outside of work?

Photography, gaming, DJing and keeping up with developments in AI and emerging technology. I'm also fascinated by science, space exploration and the future of interactive entertainment.

What's a fun fact about you?

I produced, shot and edited a behind-the-scenes documentary of Elton John's New Plymouth solo concert in 2007 that became the most popular video on EltonJohn.com at the time.

What people are saying

  • Lara is amazing at bringing out ideas and creativity you didn't even know you had. Would definitely recommend her services.

    — Taliah

  • Perfect edit, gosh you make my life easy! The episode sounds great. Please never leave me haha.

    — Kerrie

  • Very easy to work with, great editor. Would definitely recommend Lara to all new podcasters looking for guidance!

    — Mohamad

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