Dr Ineke Meredith: Kiwi Surgeon on Operating Room Chaos & Wild Patient Stories
Dr. Ineke Meredith was raised in Samoa; she came to New Zealand to study medicine. Then she got pregnant and gave birth to a son just has she was preparing for her final exams. Being the force of nature she is, she managed to give birth on a Monday then sit her exam on the Friday. Then juggle being a mum while working as an emergency surgeon. This is part of the Ineke Meredith story.+ BTS of the operating theatre including what music she listens to in theatre and the snacks she eats in the middle of long surgeries. All the important stuff! + The emotional toll of medicine and coping with grief and burnout.+ The complicated relationship with her abusive dad.+ And how she ended up living in Paris making a skincare range…for dogs.I loved this conversation. It is packed with humor and wisdom from an incredible woman who has literally saved lives. Dr.Meredith truly is a woman who lives passionately and purposefully. You’ll love this episode. And after listening, if your keen for more, check out her book: “On Call.”Here is a link to buy her book: “On Call”https://www.mightyape.co.nz/mn/buy/mighty-ape-on-call-38090568/**********Before we get into the episode MASSIVE thanks to the sponsors of this episode- the award winning Generate KiwiSaver scheme.Generate have a track record of delivering strong long-term performance for their members – which will really pay off by the time you reach retirement.And, they’ve got advisers across the country to help make sure your investment is set up best for you.Head to: https://www.generatewealth.co.nz/domThe issuer of the scheme is Generate Management Limited. To see their Product disclosure statement head to their website. Past performance does not guarantee future returns.**The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guests and may not reflect the views of the show sponsors** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Surviving a Heart Transplant at 25: Jack Church’s Road To Recovery & Running Half Marathons
Jack Church is not a well-known guy. But that is part of what I love about this podcast community we have created. We can meet cool people and share the incredible stories of Kiwis that you may otherwise never hear about. And Jack Church most definitely ticks those boxes. Quick backstory- 4 years ago Jack was working as a personal trainer for the Royal NZ navy when he got unwell. He went from being supremely fit to being barely able to walk.A series of tests discovered an issue with his heart which would require a heart transplant operation to save his life.Just 10 days after being placed on the transplant list, he received a donor heart and underwent a successful transplant at the age of 25.What happens next is hard to put into words- It’s special, Beautiful, significant, poignant and bloody sad. Jacks transplant came at the expense of a 19-year-old whose life was tragically cut short .This is a small part of the Jack Church story.+ His journey into sickness then back to full health+ The realities of recovering from a heart transplant+ How he managed to complete a half marathon 7 months after his transplant+ How a story about Jack in the NZ Herald lead him to his heart donors’ parents.+ Representing NZ as a sprinter at the Invictus games in Germany.+ His desire to live a life that honors his donor’s memory and so much more.Jack’s whole community has been inspired by his journey, and I know you will feel the same way too.Email Dom@Podlab.nzInstagram: DomHarveyNZ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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EXCLUSIVE: Detective Inspector Scott Beard’s New Cancer Diagnosis, Reflecting on Grace Millane Case
Scott Beard joined the police force when he was 19 years old. He is 64 now and still doing the job he loves as one of New Zealand’s most decorated and respected police officers.This man has seen and done it all during his life of service. But it was his work during the Grace Millane missing persons and murder inquiry that that was career defining.Some of the things we talk about include his reflections on policing in Auckland in the 1980s and some of the big career moments including the Springbok tour protests, the Queen Street riots and the Swedish backpacker’s homicide.An in-depth discussion on the devastating Grace Millane case. Your questions from Instagram, including his thoughts around the popular Netflix series, Adolescence and what parents can do to help keep their kids safe.And so much moreScott Beard is as good as they come so this was a real honor. I loved this conversation, and I hope you do too.***** Thanks so much to the incredible team at Generate Kiwisaver for sponsoring this episode.Generate is an award-winning KiwiSaver provider with a track record of delivering strong long-term returns. I switched my retirement savings over 18 months ago and my only regret is not doing it sooner! I know what your thinking- they sponsor the podcast so I am supposed to say that, but the returns don’t lie, and you can see them for yourself on their website.The reality is the choices you make today will shape the retirement you’ll have tomorrow.Start planning now—Book a chat with an adviser at https://www.generatewealth.co.nz/domThe issuer of the scheme is Generate Management Limited. To see their Product disclosure statement head to their website. Past performance does not guarantee future returns.**The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guests and may not reflect the views of the show sponsors** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Chris Hipkins on Covid Regrets, Sausage Roll Memes & Life as Prime Minister
Chris Hipkins was the 41st Prime Minister of New Zealand.And at the time of recording this podcast, he is the leader of the Labour party and hoping to become the next Prime Minister of New Zealand.This podcast is small part of the Chis “Chippy” Hipkins story. It was an honor to connect with him for his first long form podcast that focused on who he is rather than what he does. I am hoping this will be Chris Hipkins like you have never heard him before.Some of the ground we cover includes+ The BTS of all his viral moments including the infamous Covid 19 “spread your legs” meme.+ His first introductions to parliament and his recollections on going on to land the most important job in New Zealand. + His relationship with Jacinda Ardern and his thoughts on Trump, Luxon and others.+ His mental health, adversities and the role therapy has played in his life in recent years.+ His life outside of work, including his love of DIY. And much, much more.Email: Dom@Podlab.nzIG: DomHarvey NZ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jase Ryan - The Truth About Coaching The All Blacks & Working with Razor
Jason Ryan is the forwards coach for the All Blacks. Before that he was involved with numerous other high profile teams including the Crusaders where, alongside Scott “Razor” Robertson, he helped build a dynasty, winning multiple Super Rugby titles. This is a small part of the Jason Ryan story.+ How a butcher from the West Coast ended up becoming recognized as a guru of some of rugby’s most technical aspects.+ The surprise moment he got a phone call asking if he wanted to coach the All Blacks- then the first person he called and who he spoke to for advice.+ The pressures of coaching the All Blacks.+ The impact of social media on players.The lessons learned from losing a Rugby World Cup final.How interactions with rugby legends like McCaw and Carter have influenced his career and so much more.************Thanks to the legends at the Generate Kiwisaver scheme for sponsoring this episode.We know you’ve heard of FOMO but have you heard of FORO? Fear of running out.When it comes to your retirement savings, no one wants to be caught short, so do your future self a favour and get some KiwiSaver advice from Generate.Generate have a track record of delivering strong long-term performance for their members – which will really pay off by the time you reach retirement.And they’ve got advisers across the country to help make sure your investment is set up best for you.I transferred my KiwiSaver over from a different provider 18 months ago- it was way easier than I imagined. And I’ve been so impressed with the service, expertise and results. I wish I did it years earlier. Don’t have FORO – plan for tomorrow!Head to: https://www.generatewealth.co.nz/domThe issuer of the scheme is Generate Management Limited. To see their Product disclosure statement head to their website. Past performance does not guarantee future returns.**The views, thoughts and opinions expressed in this podcast belong solely to the host and guests and may not reflect the views of the show sponsors** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It started off as a podcast about people who run. Now it is just a podcast about people.Hosted by New Zealand broadcaster, author and marathon runner, Dom Harvey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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