Underarm Bowling to the Rugby World Cup: Martin Snedden’s Incredible Life
Martin Snedden is a man who’s been at the centre of some of the biggest moments in New Zealand sport.He played cricket for NZ in through the 1980s and was part of the infamous 1981 underarm match against Australia. He was one of the original members of the Beige Brigade and he’s got stories about playing with legends like Hadlee, Cairns and Crowe that are absolutely priceless.But that’s only chapter one of his life.After he retired as a player, Martin became CEO of New Zealand Cricket. He dealt with player strikes, bomb blasts outside team hotels, billion-dollar broadcast deals, and the politics behind international sport.Then he took on the job of running the 2011 Rugby World Cup, the tournament that turned New Zealand into a “stadium of four million” and became one of this country’s great success stories.Now in his 60s he’s as sharp, driven and purpose-filled as ever.This conversation is full of nostalgia, leadership lessons, wild behind-the-scenes stories, and some really vulnerable reflections near the end about family, fear, purpose and what matters most.I loved this chat: Snedds is generous, thoughtful, funny, and genuinely one of the good guys.****Massive thanks to my long-term podcast sponsors, Generate.Generate is an award-winning KiwiSaver provider with a track record of delivering strong long-term returns for their clients- you can see their latest returns for yourself on their website.I became a client when they came on board as the show sponsor and it’s been a gamechanger for me personally- I wish I’d done it ’m kicking myself for not doing it years earlier.You can book a no obligation chat with one of their awesome KiwiSaver advisers at generatekiwisaver.co.nz/domThe issuer of the scheme is Generate Investment Management Limited. To see their Product disclosure statement see generatekiwisaver.co.nz/pdsPast performance does not guarantee future returns.And just a reminder — I’m a podcast host, not a financial adviser, so this is just general advice. I recommend getting expert advice before making any financial decisions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The McLaren F1 Legacy: An Intimate Conversation with Amanda McLaren
Today’s episode is a genuine honour.I’m joined by Amanda McLaren, the daughter and the only child of legendary Kiwi motorsport pioneer Bruce McLaren, the man whose name still sits proudly on the nose of every McLaren Formula One car.This conversation goes far deeper than F1 racing. Amanda shares stories that only she can tell, including:+ How Bruce overcame Perthes Disease as a child: bedridden for two years and told he may never walk again.+ What he was really like as a husband and a father, through Amanda’s memories, her mother’s stories, and the letters he wrote home from overseas.+ The day her father died, and how she slowly pieced together what had happened through books and films rather than being told directly.+ The remarkable strength of her mother, Patty, who not only lost Bruce but also lost a second child in the same period.+ Behind-the-scenes stories from inside the McLaren Technology Centre.+ And does she cheer for Liam Lawson when no one’s watching.This is one of those rare interviews where history, innovation, family legacy, and emotion all collide in the most beautiful way. It’s a privilege to help share the story of the Kiwi boy from Remuera who changed motorsport forever - through the daughter who carries his name. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Life with Cerebral Palsy: Mark Wilson aka Wobbles on Dating, Disability and Defying Expectations
In this deeply moving and also surprisingly funny episode, Mark Wilson joins me on the podcast.Better known by his nickname “Wobbles”, a title he has proudly reclaimed. Mark has cerebral palsy, but he makes it clear from the outset: this isn’t a sad story. It’s a story about grit, love, resilience, savage humour, and carving out a life he’s genuinely proud of.Mark’s new book Wobbles pulls back the curtain on his early years, the intense therapy program that defined his childhood, the brutal bullying that shaped his teens, and the enormous sacrifices his parents made to give him a fighting chance. Today, Mark is a business analyst at ANZ, drives a V8 Holden Kingswood, loves Devilskin, and is raising a blended family with his partner Elise.Mark’s honesty is a gift: especially when he speaks about finding self-worth, surviving suicidal ideation and navigating dating with CP.****Massive thanks to my long-term podcast sponsors, Generate.Generate is an award-winning KiwiSaver provider with a track record of delivering strong long-term returns for their clients- you can see their latest returns for yourself on their website.I became a client when they came on board as the show sponsor and it’s been a gamechanger for me personally- I’m kicking myself for not doing it years earlier.You can book a no obligation chat with one of their awesome KiwiSaver advisers at generatekiwisaver.co.nz/domThe issuer of the scheme is Generate Investment Management Limited. To see their Product disclosure statement see generatekiwisaver.co.nz/pdsPast performance does not guarantee future returns.And just a reminder — I’m a podcast host, not a financial adviser, so this is just general advice. I recommend getting expert advice before making any financial decisions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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From 15 Armed Robberies to Changing Lives: The Jay Pukepuke Story
Jay Pukepuke went from a rugby league player with huge potential- he was a Warriors age-grade star and on track for a career in the NRL. Then he went off the rails and committed 15 armed robberies which saw him incarcerated for six years across some of New Zealand’s toughest prisons.Since then he has become a father, a mentor, an author, and the co-founder of an organization called “Bros for Change.”Inside this episode, Jay opens up about::The adrenaline addiction that drove him into crimeHearing another inmate being beaten to death in a neighboring cellThe shame he still carries for the victimsThe moment he finally realized he had to change and so much more!His book Inner Warrior captures this journey on the page, but hearing him speak it is something else entirely. Jay is funny, confronting, and incredibly honest about the man he used to be… and the man he’s become.If you like redemption arcs, this one is as authentic as they come. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Annah Stretton - The Kiwi Who Built a Fashion Empire from a Farm Shed
She built a fashion empire from a farm shed.She survived public pile-ons that would crush most people.She made millions, lost millions, and found her true purpose inside New Zealand’s women’s prisons.At 65, Anna Stretton is sharper, tougher, funnier, and more unapologetically herself than ever…and her story is wild.In this conversation, Annah S opens up about:The thrill of making $500,000 profit in her first yearThe humiliation of a cease-and-desist when she ripped off an American shoe brand.What she’s learned from 12 years working with incarcerated women. And so much more!This is an absolute masterclass in entrepreneurship, resilience, reinvention, and staying relentlessly true to yourself, especially when the world tries to knock you down.****Massive thanks to my long-term podcast sponsors, Generate.Generate is an award-winning KiwiSaver provider with a track record of delivering strong long-term returns for their clients- you can see their latest returns for yourself on their website.I became a client when they came on board as the show sponsor and it’s been a gamechanger for me personally- I’m kicking myself for not doing it years earlier.You can book a no obligation chat with one of their awesome KiwiSaver advisers at generatekiwisaver.co.nz/domThe issuer of the scheme is Generate Investment Management Limited. To see their Product disclosure statement see generatekiwisaver.co.nz/pds Past performance does not guarantee future returns.And just a reminder — I’m a podcast host, not a financial adviser, so this is just general advice. I recommend getting expert advice before making any financial decisions. 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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