Taking Risks and Having Fun with Karen Walker

In this episode, Sienna wants to grow up to become a fashion designer like the iconic Karen Walker.  Joining Sienna and Ben, Karen Walker talks about her journey from starting her fashion brand in New Zealand to taking it global. Highlights of the episode include: Karen’s advice on following your dreams and starting a business, as she remembers how she launched her brand with just $100. Insights for young people from Karen's decades of experience, sharing what helped her build a global brand that stays innovative, inspiring, and relevant after over 30 years. Stories of her designs being worn by some of the world’s most famous names, including Michelle Obama, Meghan Markle, Lady Gaga, Rihanna, LeBron James, Lorde, Beyoncé, and J.Lo. Plus, which celebrity treated her to lunch? And whether or not Karen would ever be spotted in public wearing track pants! Finally, what would Karen tell her younger self at Sienna’s age? About The Show: Sienna Boyce is 13 years old and constantly tells her Dad, Ben Boyce, what she wants to be when she grows up – an actor, scientist, rugby player, singer, chef or politician.  Each episode of ‘When I Grow Up’ aims to showcase inspirational females from around Aotearoa and shine a light on them, what it takes to do their job and learn about their story of how they got to where they are so that Sienna can help make up her mind. This is a podcast to help the teenager in your life dream big. Follow The Podcast on Socials: TikTok: Ben | Sienna  Instagram: Ben | Sienna | The Hits  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.