The Jackie Robertson Podcast:

Towards the end of 2023, just a couple of weeks after running a half marathon, the very fit and healthy Waikato mum went in for a routine blood test that changed her life.

Jackie was diagnosed with stage four colorectal cancer that had also metastasized into her liver.

For Jackie, who had zero symptoms, this news was extra tough because she is also the mother of a non-verbal son on the autism spectrum.

This is Jackie Robertson's story. It’s not pretty…but it is powerful and inspiring.

Thanks so much to the incredible team at ANZ for supporting this episode. ANZ has been proud partners of the cancer society for 34 years now.

PLEASE donate to Daffodil Day if you can, your generosity will support the cancer society to help the 1 in 3 Kiwis affected by cancer.

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Michaela Blyde has just recently returned from the Olympics in Paris where she won her second gold medal, playing Rugby Sevens for the Black Ferns

I think this will go down as one of my favorite episodes of all time- just because of her attitude, energy, enthusiasm and authenticity. And just because she’s bloody hilarious and fun to be around. 

We talk a lot about her recent Olympic experience, including being drug tested immediately after winning gold and going viral after meeting her sporting idol, the legendary Jamaican sprinter Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce (it's a great story- doesn’t get more Kiwi than this)

We also talk about her upcoming wedding to another Gold medalist, her children’s book, body image, the challenges and rewards of elite training, goal setting, manifestation, journaling and so much more.

Michaela is the real deal- a role model on and off the field. This episode is jam packed with cool lessons and stories.

Thanks to the lovely and talented team at Generate for making this episode possible. They are award-winning KiwiSaver specialists.

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Dame Lisa Carrington is the Greatest NZ Olympian of all time- 5 gold medals and 1 bronze medal over the past 3 Olympic Games. And maybe she will add to that at the Paris Olympic Games.

This podcast is a re-release. It first came out at the start of 2023. I decided to rerelease it in time for the Paris Olympics because it was such a cool conversation. 

Also, the podcast has grown so much since it came out I thought there would be a lot of new listeners who are unaware Lisa has even been a guest. 

This is such a cool conversation. We see Lisa on TV, usually smiling on the podium with a gold medal around her neck followed by a 30-second sound bite on the news. But I have never heard Lisa be this candid before. Ever. This is a true look into the mind of a world-class athlete. You’ll get to know her strengths, weaknesses, flaws, fears, insecurities, and everything in between.

There are so many cool lessons and insights in this conversation:

The challenges female athletes face, such as maintaining balance between a demanding sports career and personal life ambitions.

Lisa opens up about the rigorous discipline required in her everyday life to be so good for so long.

We explore her early beginnings in Surf Life Saving, the crucial role played by her mentor Ian Ferguson, and the sacrifices required to train at an Olympic level from a young age.

Her reflections on body image and the scrutiny of being visibly muscular.

Then we chat about the Paris Olympics- will these Games be the last time we see Lisa Carrington compete at this level?

This episode is packed with valuable lessons for anyone- whether you want some tips to make your own life better or just learn more about a Kiwi icon.

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Just 4 days before recording this podcast, Jono Ridler had SMASHED the New Zealand open water swim distance record when he swam 99 kilometers (previous record was 80km)

His 33 hour non-stop swim without a wetsuit started on a fine Tuesday morning and finished on a very story Wednesday night.

I really hope you guys like this chat. Jono is not a big name guest…he’s just a regular guy who has done something incredible and inspiring. Actually, to give you an idea of just how regular he is, after finishing this 99km swim on Wednesday night he spent Thursday in Hospital then was back at work on Friday! .

I absolutely love that- ordinary people doing extraordinary things

There are lots of lessons in here about staying positive and not giving up when things get hard. Even some techniques that any of us can use to achieve greatness in our own lives, whatever your goal is.

Thanks very much to my mates at Radix nutrition for sponsoring this episode. Check out their game changing products online at:

https://radixnutrition.co.nz/

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Campbell Johnstone made a name for himself in NZ rugby circles as an All Black and Canterbury Crusaders rugby star in the early 2000's,

He made a name for himself internationally in early 2023 when he became the first ever openly gay all black. This is his story.

This is as they say in rugby, a podcast of two halves- the first half zooms in on his sexuality and the second half looks back on his rugby career which included three super rugby titles.

We chat about his decision to do the interview on Seven Sharp with Hilary Barry, growing up gay and his earliest sexual experiences, coming out to his parents, dabbling with the Grindr dating app and much more.

Then we look back on his rugby career- his thoughts on Razor Robertson as a coach, the hilarious reaction from his dad when he told him he was an All Black, his awkward haka experiences and more.

I really enjoyed Campbells company and I hope you guys love this conversation and get something from it.

Thanks very much to the absolute legends at Radix Nutrition for sponsoring this episode. I start every day with their protein powder mixed with ice cubes and a bit of trim milk. If you are not using protein powder- you should give it a go. Its not just for weightlifters…its useful for anyone who wants to hang on to the muscles you already have (which is so important, especially as you get older).

Check out their website:

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William "Billy" Evans.

It was an absolute honor and a privilege to spend an hour with Billy Evans in Boston, just 2 days after the 2023 Boston marathon (which he ran with his two sons).

Ten years ago, Billy ran the Boston marathon, then shortly after finishing, he and his entire Boston police force had to get to work to try and find out who was responsible for the two bombs that went off near the finish line of the marathon.

If you have seen the Netflix documentary series, “American Manhunt: The Boston marathon bombing” you will be familiar with Billy.  He is the first face you see in episode one. He is also the person responsible for capturing one of the two bombers alive after he called for a ceasefire after an intense shoot-out on a boat.

Billy has lived in Boston his whole life and spent his entire adult life in law enforcement.

He is a passionate runner, husband, dad, and Bostonian. And I could not believe my luck when he kindly agreed to sit down with me while I was in his city.

In our hour we talk about his relationship with running, his upbringing and losing both his parents at a young age, his decades as a cop in Boston then the Boston bombing, a case that defined his career.

Thanks very much to my mates at Radix Nutrition for sponsoring this episode. These guys are doing incredible work with their small team from their big factory in Waikato. And it’s an honor to have a front row seat as they take on the world: They do a whole range of exceptional products- I start the day with a protein shake using their powder (usually banana or coconut).

Check them out online, or follow them on Instagram, as they take on the world:

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SUZY CATO.

I think for the most part Suzy is a New Zealander who needs no introduction. Chances are if you are in your 20s or 30s now, she was a big part of your childhood (she is the undisputed queen of children’s TV in Aotearoa).

In this episode, I had the pleasure of diving deep into her life and career. We explored her beginnings in radio, her transition to TV, and how she met her husband, Steve.

We also discussed Susie's experiences dealing with the heartbreak of losing a baby and being let go from TV3, as well as how she bounced back from those terrible experiences.

We talked about Susie's relationship with exercise and her childhood growing up in Kaikohe. 

We touched on Suzy’s personal experiences with prioritizing mental health, coping with grief and navigating career changes.

We also discussed her stints on reality TV with Dancing with the Stars and The Masked Singer.

She is such fun company and I really hope you guys enjoy it as much as I did.

Thanks to the legends at Radix Nutrition for sponsoring this episode. These guys are doing BIG things from their factory in the Waikato and I feel genuinely fortunate to be associated with them- great people doing great things:

https://radixnutrition.co.nz/

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Mike Rudling is the founder and CEO of Radix Nutrition who are the sponsors of this podcast. 

The short podcast snippet comes from our full conversation.

Mike Rudling is a man with a mission to make you and I healthier through what we eat. I wouldn’t be surprised if, ten years from now, Radix Nutrition is a household name in New Zealand and many other countries so it’s an honor to introduce you to the very big brains behind it while they are still in a self-described start-up phase. 

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Mike Rudling is the founder and CEO of Radix Nutrition (who are the sponsors of this podcast). 

The team at Radix Nutrition asked if I would consider having Mike on as a guest and I didn’t hesitate to say yes. 

We discuss the origins of this company which he started in the Bay of Islands 10 years ago when he was 23.

We dive into Mike's childhood in England and his experiences with dyslexia and boarding school.

We also explore his transition from competitive swimming to cyclist and the mental health challenges Mike faced after being forced to give up on his dream of professional sports.

This is an episode full of insightful conversations and personal reflections with one of the most intensely focused guests I’ve ever had.

Mike Rudling is a man with a mission to make you and I healthier through what we eat. I honestly wouldn’t be surprised if, ten years from now, Radix Nutrition is a household name in New Zealand and many other countries so it’s an honor to introduce you to the very big brains behind it while they are still in a self-described start-up phase. 

To check out the work Mike and the Radix team have done (so far) take a look at their website:

https://radixnutrition.co.nz/

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This "Bite size" episode comes from my full conversation with Mitch James.

The purpose of these is that you may give it a listen, decide you want to hear more, then go back and check out the full episode. I'd be curious to know if this ever works or not LOL. It just seemed like a smart idea in my head.

This episode with Mitch was incredibly special to me. Mitch was the very first guest on this podcast when it launched a year ago. Since then, a lot has changed for both of us so I wanted to get him back for a catch up episode.

Some of you may have heard that very first episode. I’m guessing most of you guys haven’t heard it. But either way,

This WAS NOT a recap episode. We cover completely new stuff. Including a track-by-track deconstruction of Mitch’s recent album, Patience.

Thanks very much to the legends at Radix Nutrition for sponsoring this episode. They make a whole range of awesome products at their state of the art factory in the Waikato I’m obsessed with their protein and have one for breakfast every morning without fail. Friends of mine who love tramping swear by their ready-to-eat meals where you just add water. Radix Nutrition are a fairly new company with ambitions to take on the world and I am genuinely proud to be on this journey with them. Please check them out online and if you like what you see, support the legends that support the podcast:

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This is Mitch James. Episode two.

This episode is incredibly special to me. Mitch was the very first guest on this podcast when it launched a year ago. 

Since then, a lot has changed for both of us so I wanted to get him back for a catch up episode.

Some of you may have heard that very first episode. I’m guessing most of you guys haven’t heard it. But either way,

This IS NOT a recap episode. We cover completely new stuff. Including a track-by-track deconstruction of Mitch’s recent album, Patience.

Thanks very much to the legends at Radix Nutrition for sponsoring this episode. 

They make a whole range of awesome products at their state of the art factory in the Waikato I’m obsessed with their protein and have one for breakfast every morning without fail. 

Friends of mine who love tramping swear by their ready-to-eat meals where you just add water. Radix Nutrition are a fairly new company with ambitions to take on the world and I am genuinely proud to be on this journey with them.

Please check them out online and if you like what you see, support the legends that support the podcast:

https://radixnutrition.co.nz/

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Rich Farrell!! I suspect you have not heard the name before. Rich isn’t famous, but he is one of the physically strongest men in New Zealand. 

Using his stage name “the madness” he goes to competitions and lifts boulders and logs, flips big tractor tyre's, those sorts of things.

He went through a lot of ups and downs before finding himself and then finding this sport that gave him focus and purpose.

He has never told his full story publicly before, so I thank him for the opportunity.

He only wants to share his journey in the hope that it can help some other people.

This chat needs to come with a trigger warning. It does contain chat about depression and suicide.

Thanks very much to the legends at Radix Nutrition for sponsoring this episode. They make a whole range of awesome products at their state-of-the-art factory in the Waikato.

I’m obsessed with their protein and have one for breakfast every morning without fail. 

Please check them out online and if you like what you see, support the legends that support the podcast:

https://radixnutrition.co.nz/ 

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Sir Ashley Bloomfield was the director general of health when Covid-19 came to New Zealand early in 2020.

He became one of the most recognizable faces and names in New Zealand for his daily 1pm briefings with the PM which because essential viewing.

We sat down for this podcast conversation on the 3rd anniversary of New Zealand’s initial Covid lockdown.

He turned up to my place on a bike (not one with a battery either, full old school bike) wearing a correctly fixed helmet, of course.

We chat about his marathon running experiences and why he is taking a break from mountain biking for a while.

His early life growing up and meeting his wife Libby at medical school.

The anxiety of facing the media at 1pm every day and the terror of doing radio interviews with Mike Hosking on Newstalk ZB.

His relationship with Jacinda Ardern during the pandemic and their relationship now

The viral "spread your legs" moment. His Knighthood and much more.

We had limited time so there was a lot of stuff I would have liked to cover that we didn’t get round to. But I can’t thank Dr Bloomfield enough for being so generous with his time, experience and stories. I loved his company and our chat- he came in with really good energy. I genuinely hope you guys like it too.

Thanks to my friends at Radix Nutrition for sponsoring this episode.  

If you haven’t tried their stuff, you should give them a go:

https://radixnutrition.co.nz

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Anna Mowbray is a farm kid from the Waikato who has grown up to be one of New Zealand’s most formidable entrepreneurs and businesspeople. 

Her and her 2 brothers established Zuru and worked tirelessly to grow it into one of the biggest toy companies in the world. 

Now she is building another brand from the ground up- Zeil, an app for job hunters.

https://zeil.com/

This was an honor. Anna has done a few podcasts before, but they have all been business related. This is her first ever podcast where we got to learn a bit more about the person behind the jaw-dropping success. 

We covered all the important stuff like why she went to see Taylor Swift in Sydney even though she’s not a Swiftie.

Her childhood in Tokoroa and Cambridge

The early years of the Zuru in China

How her and All Black Ali Williams got together and his memorable first impression- what she loves and hates about him.

How they manage to blend families and run a household with five kids, and not spoil the kids. And so much more!

Anna is a total weapon. Not to mention bloody good fun and I really appreciated her time, so I hope you guys enjoy this conversation.

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Rachel Hunter was a secondary school student in Auckland when she was "discovered" by a photographer as she ran along an Auckland beach. She soon became one of the world’s most in demand models, earning a reputation only a handful of people had as a “super model.“

In this "bite size" clip taken from our full conversation, Rachel and I speak openly about her ex-husband and the father of her children, Rod Stewart,

She reveals why she has never read the parts about herself in his book and reflects on that moment she told him the relationship wasn't going to last and her feeling about him now.

Even though they broke up over 20 years ago, I know this is a tough subject so I can't thank Rachel enough for going back there and reflecting.

If you like this bite size podcast, please go and listen to the whole conversation when you have time. It was a very enjoyable one to do.

Thanks to my friends at Radix Nutrition for sponsoring this episode. A tremendous amount goes into these episodes each week and it wouldn’t be possible without their support.

Please check them out and if you like their products, support the legends who support the podcast:

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Thanks for listening.

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Alternatively, you can WATCH these episodes on YT. Just search Dom Harvey and you’ll find it.

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Check them out online or on Instagram Radix nutrition.

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On Tuesday March 22, it was announced that NZ distance runner, Zane Robertson had received a seven-year ban for failing a drug test. 

Four years was for taking the banned substance EPO, an additional three years was for trying to cover up his failed test. 

At the age of 33, this likely spells the end of his professional career.

Zane and I connected to have this conversation the morning after, Thursday March 23.

In this podcast, a tired and understandably emotional Zane talked openly and frankly about the announcement and the events leading up to it.

To WATCH the conversation with Zane, please go to my YouTube channel:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mSeBR950GkM

Video credit: Dougie Mackie, Damn Handsome media production.

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Rachel Hunter was a secondary school student in Auckland when she was "discovered" by a photographer. She soon became one of the world’s most in demand models, earning a reputation only a handful of people had of people had as a “super model.“ 

So, what business does she have being on a podcast called Runners only? Glad you asked! She literally was out running when she was “discovered.”

This conversation was so enjoyable. We cover a lot of ground including the moment she quit school to become a model- great story…it involves a phone call to the school office landline while she was mid math’s exam.

Her reflections on Andy Hayden and how she got a gruff ex All Black to be her manager (Spoiler: it was a lot harder than you'd think).

We chat about the iconic Trumpet ad, posing for Playboy and staring in the iconic Stacie’s mom music video.

Why she has never read the chapter about herself in the Rod Stewart autobiography. We talk about Rod a lot…probably way more than she was comfortable with- sorry Rach!! LOL

The death of her mum, becoming a grandmother, menopause and much much more.

Thanks to my friends at Radix Nutrition for sponsoring this episode. 

Please check them out at Radixnuitrition.co.nz or follow them on Instagram and if you like their products, support the legends who support the podcast.

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Mitch James is a well known New Zealand singer.  He is also a marathon runner.  But he is so much more than those things.  He is one of the most authentic, vulnerable and transparent people I have ever met.  A true open book.  100% BS free.

There are some serious things we touch upon- including mental health and suicide.  And I respect Mitch for his honesty.  

Warning- He DOES like to swear...so keep that in mind if you are with little kids or anyone who is easily shocked.

PS:  Mitch has a new song called "History" coming out later this week.  Look out for it.  It's probably awesome.

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In the 90’s and early 2000s, Adam Parore was a star of the NZ cricket team.

Then he could be seen on the cover of Women’s Day every other week. 

Over a decade ago he went to ground and there has been very little written about him in the public domain ever since.

This conversation is sort of in three different chapters:

The cricket career, including being mentored by his mate Martin Crowe.

Climbing Mount Everest….and almost dying the day before he made it to the summit.

Why he removed himself from the public eye, his loves and losses and the toll that’s played on his mental health and a bunch of other really special stuff that I loved and I hope you do too.

Thanks so much to the sponsors of this episode. Radix Nutrition. The podcast is just over a year old now and it is only through the support of cool brands like Radix for being adventurous and jumping on a project like this that it is possible to keep making a brand new episode each week. So please check them out:

 https://radixnutrition.co.nz/

3.40: 1999 test match story- leaving the ground to go for a run mid match

17 His relentless quest for perfect play

28 Caricature

30 Facing the worlds best/ picking fights and sledging

31.20 Hit in the head by Brett Lee

34.40 Martin Crowe memories silent treatment from Crowe/ Last time he saw Martin

39 Chris Cairns scandal

40.30 Mount Everest

44.30 Retiring from cricket/ therapy

49 Almost dying on Mount Everest

54.50 Passing bodies on Everest

56.40 Everest summit

1,03 Why he went “private”/ tall poppy syndrome

1.17 Anxiery and being unable to breath

1.20 The man in the mirror

1.24 His relationship with crying

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Guyon Espiner is a New Zealand media legend. He has a new book out called The Drinking Game which, if you read, may make you stop and think about your relationship with alcohol. Guyon was a drinker, and a very good one, until he quit a few years ago.

In this short "Bite size" podcast, which is a small portion of our full length conversation, Guyon reflects on the last time he got drunk (3 years ago) and his decision to give up alcohol altogether.

Thanks to my friends at Radix Nutrition for getting in behind this episode. Ask for Radix wherever you buy your supplements from, and if they don’t stock it, let them know they should. Give them a follow and check out their website to learn more about them:

IG: @Radixnutrition

WWW: Radixnutrition.co.nz

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Guyon Espiner is a New Zealand media legend. 

Even if you don’t recognize the name, if you Google him chances are you'll recognize the face from his incredible TV career. Or his voice from his stellar career on Radio New Zealand. .

Guyon has a new book out called The Drinking Game which, if you read, may make you stop and think about your relationship with alcohol. Guyon was a drinker, and a very good one, until he quit a few years ago.

In this conversation we talk about his obsession with running- he has been a regular runner for over 20 years and has helped him through some major moments in his life.

We discuss his diabetes diagnosis, his decision to stop drinking, his recent divorce, and the humiliation of making the news for signing up to Bumble.

He also shares a toe-curling story involving himself with a Prime Minister, a Governor General and Sir Edmund Hillary.  

Thanks to my friends at Radix Nutrition for getting in behind this episode. Their products are made in the Waikato and shipped to the world:

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https://radixnutrition.co.nz/

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This "Bite size" podcast is an except taken from my full conversation with Dai Henwood.

The hope is that, perhaps, after listening to this you may deicide to download and listen to the full episode with Dai at a later date when you have more time on your hands.

Dai has been a part of the local comedy and TV scene for over 20 years. Starting as a stand up comedian he ended up as one of the team captains on 7Days, a role he held for over a decade. More recently he has hosted big mainstream TV shows like Family Feud, DWTS and LegoMasters.

In late January 2023 he announced publicly that he had been living with cancer for 3 years. Since then his treatment has included fourteen rounds of chemotherapy, high-dose radiation, three lung surgeries and having parts of his liver and bowel removed. But after the cancer spread to his lungs and lymph nodes, his oncologist told him the cancer was incurable.

In this snippet, Dai and I discuss his biggest fears and regrets in life.

 Thanks very much to Radix Nutrition for making this episode possible. Made in the Waikato and shipped anywhere in the world. Their protein powders are incredible. If you don’t do protein shakes already, you should try. Its not just for gym junkies…all of us could do with more protein in our diets to help preserve any muscle you already have. Check them out:

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Dai Henwood has been a part of the New Zealand comedy and TV scene for over 20 years. 

Starting as a stand up comedian he ended up as one of the team captains on 7Days, a role he held for over a decade. More recently he has hosted big mainstream TV shows like Family Feud, DWTS and LegoMasters.

In late January 2023 he announced publically that he had been living with cancer for 3 years. 

At the time of writing this, treatment had included fourteen rounds of chemotherapy, high-dose radiation, three lung surgeries and having parts of his liver and bowel removed. But after the cancer spread to his lungs and lymph nodes, his oncologist told him the cancer was incurable.

Naturally, there is a lot of cancer chat in this conversation. But there is also a lot of other stuff about his life and career which is important because, as Dai has said himself, cancer doesn’t define me.

Thanks very much to Radix Nutrition for making this episode possible.

Check them out and, if you like what you see, please support the people that support this podcast:

 https://radixnutrition.co.nz/

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This "bite size" podcast episode is a portion taken from my full conversation with Dean Lonergan.

The idea of these smaller podcasts is that, if you like what you hear, you may go on to bookmark/download/listen to the full conversation.

Also, I know we all have limited time, but everyone can find 7 minutes to listen to a podcast.

Dean Lonergan was a Kiwi rugby league player in the late 80s and early 90s. He is reluctantly most remembered for a sickening head clash where he was knocked out cold and convulsing on the field…before returning to play on only 6 minutes later.

Since retiring from sport, he had a very successful career in breakfast radio before reinventing himself once again and becoming New Zealand’s most well known sports promotors, introducing the fight for life concept to NZ.

Thanks very much to my sponsors, Radix Nutrition:

https://radixnutrition.co.nz/

Feel free to check them out. They make alot of really cool stuff (their protein shake is my favourite) and, if you like what you see, support the people who support the podcast.

Thanks, Dom.

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SAM CLARKE

On the morning of July 20th 2023, New Zealand was shocked by a shooting at Commercial Bay in Auckland’s CBD.

A man on electronically monitored bail took a gun to the construction site where he was working. He killed two colleagues with a shotgun, wounded seven other people, including a police officer, and then killed himself.

Sam Clarke, a husband and father, was shot that day. But he is not included in that list of victims. 

Sam was working his dream job as a member of the NZ police Armed Offenders Squad when he was hit in the helmet by a bullet from the gunman. It was a job he loved, but a job he had to turn his back on because it nearly cost him his life. 

This is part of his story. 

In vivid detail he talks about the morning of July 20 and how it played out from the perspective of an on-duty cop.

Dealing with a concussion and struggling to reassure his loved ones, he was ok in the immediate aftermath.

The comprehensive support provided by the police force, including psychological and medical help.

The emotional and physical toll the incident took on him. And the transformative power of therapy and vulnerability.

Some of Sam's personal experiences about overcoming anxiety, dealing with flashbacks and much more.

It’s the first time Sam has done anything like this, and I can’t thank him enough for his courage in being so open and vulnerable with sharing his experience.

Follow Sam's new business, Response Rise:

He is using the skills he learned in the Police to teach others what to do in armed offender incidents, confrontational situations, retail crime and more.

https://www.responserise.com/

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Dean Lonergan was a Kiwi rugby league player in the late 80s and early 90s. He is reluctantly most remembered for a sickening head clash where he was knocked out cold and convulsing on the field…before returning to play on only 6 minutes later.

Since retiring from sport, he had a very successful career in breakfast radio before reinventing himself once again and becoming New Zealand’s most well known sports promotors, introducing the fight for life concept to NZ.

His life story is one hell of a ride with some huge highs and some very deep lows, and we cover all of them in this conversation:

His league career then radio days

His yearlong depression and what caused it.

The acrimonious split with his Duco events business partner

Why he is now back in NZ and flatting with his mum and sister. And so much more.

Huge thanks to Radix Nutrition who have made this episode possible. Please check them out and if you like what you see, support the legends who support this podcast.

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To reach me, I am on IG or Email:

DomharveyNZ@gmail.com

IG: DomharveyNZ or Runnersonlywithdomharvey

Thanks, Dom

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This "bite size" episode comes from the full podcast conversation with Max Key (Episode 58) that came out recently. If you are time poor or not sure you want to listen to the full episode, you can listen to this then decide.

Max Key is a household name in New Zealand and a person that most people probably have an opinion on. 

He was 13 years old in 2008 when his dad became the Prime Minister of New Zealand, a job that meant every single teenage mis-step Max made was played out in the public eye.

In this clip, Max talks about his reputation as a "partyboy" and just how far from the truth it was. He talks about some of the online abuse from stangers he was subjected to, and even death threats.

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Thanks to the legends at Radix Nutrition for sponsoring this episode. Check them out right here:

https://radixnutrition.co.nz/

Max Key is a person that most people probably have an opinion on. 

This conversation will either change your mind or reinforce what you already think. Either way, Max said he doesn’t care…and I believe him!

He was 13 years old in 2008 when his dad became the Prime Minister of New Zealand, a job that meant every single teenage mis-step Max made was played out in the public eye.

In this conversation we cover alot of topics including...

His earliest memories of his dad talking about a desire to become Prime Minister.

Perks of being the PM’s son

Growing up in a wealthy household,

Internet trolls, online bullying and his reputation as a “party boy”

His mental health and the rock bottom moment that happened during his OE in the Bahamas. Then the road to recovery.

The rare disease he caught overseas that caused him to lose 20 kilos and visit hospital 7 times.

The fight in Croatia where 4 strangers “beat the shit” out of him

His obsession with judo and just how hard his training bootcamp was.

His relationship with his sister, as kids and how it is now

His business partnership with the Chow brother and their poor public reputations

His relationship with running

His current relationship status and what his Tinder DMs were like back when his dad was PM.

Thanks for listening and checking out my podcast. If you don't already, please hit the subscribe button. And if you have any feedback, guest suggestions etc, please email me: DomharveyNZ@gmail.com

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This "bite size" podcast episode comes from my full conversation with Ryan Fox (episode 57). If you like this, feel free to go and bookmark/download the episode with Ryan and listen to it when you have the time.

Ryan Fox is an incredible golfer. At the time of writing this his world ranking was 30. He is also the son of Grant Fox, one of the greatest All Blacks of all time.

In this snippet, he discusses his friendship with the late cricket legend Shane "Warney" Warne. And shares a couple of awesome memories about Warney.

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Ryan Fox is one of the world’s greatest golfers.

At the time of writing this, his world ranking was number 30. And he played so well in 2022 that he earned himself an invite to this year’s Masters tournament in Augusta (that posh one where the winner gets a green jacket and all the caddies wear white overalls which looks like they are about to go and paint a house).

In this conversation, recorded during his Christmas holiday we talk about loads of stuff- what it feels like to win $1.1 million dollars in a week, and how much of that he must pay out to his team.

Life growing up as the son of Grant Fox – one of the greatest all blacks ever.

What lessons he got from Steve Hansen about dealing with adversity when he was going through a bad patch

His friendship with the late Shane Warne and much more.

Thanks so much to the sponsors of this episode, Radix Nutrition. Enhancing the human potential through nutrition. Made in the Waikato and shipped around the world.

I have been a super-fan of their protein powder for over a year now and once you try it, I think you will be a convert too.  Please check them out:

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And if you have any feedback for how this podcast can improve or guest suggestions, please get in touch

Domharveynz@gmail.com

https://www.instagram.com/domharveynz/

Oh, and if you want to WATCH these episodes on YT, here is the link to do so (Please subscribe if you have a You Tube account)

https://www.youtube.com/@domharveynz

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Many of you will be hearing about Simone Anderson and her story for the first time here.

For many more, she is someone very familiar due to her regular and frequent social media content that she shares to her 314,000 followers on Instagram and 274,000 followers on Facebook.

The brief back story is this: In 2014, at 21 years old, Simone was 169kg and on a fast track to an early grave. She started documenting her weight loss journey through surgery on social media and went viral for it, appearing on the Tyra Banks TV show in the USA and numerous international websites.

This social media fame led her to become New Zealand’s first full-time “influencer.”

This conversation is Simone’s story- the good, bad, and the ugly: The triggers that lead her to be clinically obese in her early 20s, her decision to get surgery, going viral, becoming an influencer, meeting her now husband, becoming a mum, dealing with online trolls, some of the controversies she has been involved in and much much more.

IG: https://www.instagram.com/simone_anderson/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/simonesjourneytohealth

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This "Bite size" episode comes from my full conversation with NZs most well known social media influencer, Simone Anderson.

If you like this short snippet, please download the full length episode and listen to it when you have the time.

In this clip, Simone discusses some of the crap she has had to deal with from strangers online and, talks about the moment where things got so bad that she considered throwing it all away.

If you are not familiar with Simones story, back in 2014, at 21 years old, Simone was 169kg and on a fast track to an early grave. She started documenting her weight loss journey through surgery on social media and went viral for it, appearing on the Tyra Banks TV show in USA and numerous international websites.

This social media fame led her to becomes New Zealand’s first full time “influencer.”

Thanks very much to the sponsors of this eposide of Runner Only. Radix Nutrition:

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This "bite size" podcast comes from the full 1 hour 40 minute conversation with the ACT party leader, David Seymour.

Before the last general election in New Zealand David realised his alcohol intake was increasing so he decided to abstain for a while. This is what he learned about himself and how not-drinking impacted his life. We also discuss his return to moderate drinking, where he took the stage on the night of the election and made a very slurry speech.

This podcast is sponsored by Radix Nutrition.

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David Seymour is probably most famous for two things- being the leader of the Act party for almost a decade. And twerking in lycra on DWTS!

We talk about his relationship with other politicians including Jacinda Ardern and Winston Peters. 

We talk about the death of his mum to cancer in his early 20 and why he has never watched the DVD she made for him in her final weeks, his whole DWTS experience, all the strange little moments he has gone viral for, his relationship with alcohol and how drunk was he really at the last election night?

I understand politics is a murky area. So polarising. But I genuinely care what you guys think so please let me know. Are you keen to hear more from any of the people who run our country? Or not really? My goal is just to speak to really interesting people from all walks of life and learn what makes them tick…but I also want to make sure I deliver you guys a great show each week.

Please let me know: Runnersonlypodcast on IG or Domharveynz@gmail.com

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Dame Lisa Carrington is the most successful New Zealand Olympian of all time with 5 gold medals and 1 lonely bronze.

In this short podcast, Lisa talks about some of her insecurities and her negative self-talk and how she tries to reign it in. It’s a reminder we are all human…even those who are super human

This “Bite size” clip comes from our full conversation. If you like this short sample, you should download the full episode and listen to it when you have time. Alternatively, you could watch it on You tube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=skwdpglr5zk&t=154s

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Teuila Blakely is a total bad-ass and this was such a treat.

You may know her from her work on the old music channel C4, or Shortland Street, Bro-Town, Sione's Wedding or even DWTS or a zillion other things.

But this is less about her career and more about her journey- some pivotal moments that have shaped her personal and professional life.

From the challenges of being raised by a very tough mum, to then becoming a teenage solo-mum, humiliating experiences with racism, her beautiful friendship with her ex-fiancé Oscar Kightely, how she went from McDonalds to movies and so much more. Including THAT snap-chat incident.

Teuila is a genuine trailblazer, and it was an honor to have her share some of the less glamourous aspects of her life.

She is as authentic as it gets and an open book.

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Dame Lisa Carrington is possibly the most esteemed guest on the podcast so far. Not only the very first Dame but also the greatest NZ Olympian of all time with 5 gold medals and hundreds of other accolades to her name.

This is such a cool conversation. We see Lisa on TV, usually smiling on the podium with a gold medal around her neck followed by a 30-second sound bite on the news. But I have never heard Lisa be this candid before. Ever. This is a true look into the mind of a world-class athlete. You’ll get to know her strengths, weaknesses, flaws, fears, insecurities, and everything in between.

I always thought she was a good role model. Now I know for certain that she is!

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Highlights from episode 38 to 52 of Runners Only.

Nikki Kaye

Sir John Kirwan

Garth Barfoot

Mikki Williden

Zoe McBride

Joseph Sullivan

Nick Ashill

Jesse Tuke

Hamish Kerr

Liam Malone

Dr. Paul Wood

Kendra Cocksedge

Rachel Maia

Shane Cameron

Ian Winson

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Highlights from episode 19 to 37 of Runners Only.

Joseph Parker

Two Raw sisters

Zac Guildford

Harriet Cane

Mike King

Josh Komen

Kieran Read

Kane Brisco

Andrea Hansen

Tyla Nathan-Wong

Sam Tanner

Sophie Devine

Leo Molloy

Rhys Darby

Matthew Ridge

Chanel Harris-Tavita

Brad Smeele

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Highlights from each of the first 18 episodes of Runners only:.

Mitch James

Matt Fenn

Lexie Brown

Brad Smeele

Hayden Wilde

Rachel Grunwell

Jeremy Wells

Dave Letele

Brodie Kane

Laura Nagel

Jimmy Neesham

Camille Buscomb

Arch Jelley

Cam Calkoen

Eric Murray

Barry Magee

Kerry Suter & Ali Pottinger

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In 2011, Ian Winson went to his job as an engineer for Watercare in Onehunga in Auckland.

An explosion occurred which killed one of Ians Collegaes. Ian survived the blast but was seriously injured. The accident cost him both his legs, caused severe injuries to his arms, and left him close to death.

Before the explosion Ian's life had revolved around work, sport and family. In one day he went from being an Ironman competitor to an amputee requiring months of rehabilitation just to reach a stage of basic mobility.

Ian story is an incredible one. It’s a story of bravery, determination, and hope. 

You can learn more about Ian here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bqgW0n6MARg

To get hold of me:

DomharveyNZ@gmail.com

Or DomHarveyNZ on Instagram

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This is a follow up conversation, recorded immedialy after former All Black star Zac Guildford finished serving his sentence of Home detention (December 16, 2022)

We talk all about what he learned about himself during the past 9 months on home detention, his sobriety, his relationship with his family, how he feels about himselff, how much money he still has to pay back to friends and family, his hopes for the future and much much more.

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Zac has done so much work on himself so he can become the person he wants to be. He knows its a long road and one he has to walk day by day.

I can’t thank Zac enough for being so open and honest. I hope you like this conversation.

Dom

If you don't have time to hear the entire conversation, here are some moments you can jump to if they interest you:

.50 trouble with corrections dept.

2.25 suicide attempt in 2022

4.00 what’s so tough about home detention

5.30 feeling when the bracket comes off/ how he celebrated 

6.20 biggest learnings about himself on home d

8.10 socialising without alcohol (and giving up other vices)

9.00 enjoying sober life?

10.20 Xmas plans 

11.59 woodend rugby club backlash 

14 his mental health now 

15 relationship with his victim/grandad now. And his family- invited back to the family Xmas

16 court fine repayments

17 his inner voice now 

18 does he love/like himself 

25.30 accepting his need to be sober

29.50 anxiety about meeting new people 

32.50 how would he’d react to a stranger approaching to have a go at him 

33.40 being a fallen role model in NZ

39.10 the role of religion in his life 

41.30 his debt to pay back to family and friends.

43 how does he define success now 

47 how does he want his life to look 5 years from now 

49 life with an adhd diagnosis

50 fulfilling his purpose 

53.20 last time he cried

55 what his late dad would say about the man he is today 

56 his message to anyone else currently at their version of rock bottom

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Shane Cameron is one of New Zealands best known boxers. He is now a sucessful businessman.

Shane and I sat down for this podcast way back in January. Long before the podcast “Runners Only!” even launched. Being on the cusp of being an actual boomer, I lost this entire audio file and some others…or so I thought. They turned up the other day on an SD card (long born story).

Shane’s a good dude and I forgot how enjoyable our conversation was. We talk in depth about the “fight of the century” against David Tua (and how long it took him to recover mentally from the beating), Dancing with the stars, life before and after boxing, the Commonwealth games, and heaps more. 

Please “subscribe” if your podcast platform allows it, and it’ll be on your phone on Monday morning when you wake up.

Here is the you tube link to THAT fight against David Tua which we discuss in detail:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0IweZbGWpMc

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This “bite size” podcast episode comes from my full conversation with Rachel Maia. If you like this snippet, feel free to listen to her whole remarkable story when you have a spare hour.

Rach is mum of three from Whanganui. She is also one of the best lower limb amputee para-climber in the world. Hell of a story. She only got the leg amputated 3 years ago after sucking up a lifetime of pain from a climbing wall injury she suffered in her teens. 

In 2019, Rach made the decision to amputate below her left knee. 

Here is a link to the “Attitude” TV segment that Rachel mentions: 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zQhLuEMap3w

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Rachel Maia from Whanganui is total bad-ass. But just DON’T call her “Inspirational.” (She explains why during our conversation).

As well as being a mum to three kids, Rachel is also one of the best lower limb amputee para-climber in the world.

What makes this even more remarkable is the backstory. When she was 16, Rachel had a freak fall from a reasonably small height at an indoor climbing wall and broke both her ankles.

Then years later as an adult she decided to return to the spot she loves…even though it had, in many ways, ruined her life.

In 2019, Rach made the decision to amputate below her left knee.  

It’s a hell of a journey and I really hope you guys like it. Rachel Maia is a woman on a mission to remind each and every one of us that we all have unlimited potential.

Need to warn you, there were a couple of sound and microphone issues with this episode. I’m so sorry about that. If you are listening with earplugs in it may not be too annoying (hopefully) but yeah, its an incredible story so I hope Rach's story is bigger than the technical difficulties.

Dom 

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On the evening of Saturday November 13, 2021, while Kendra was overseas with the Black Ferns, her sister and brother-in-law in Taranaki were dealing with the tragic news that their 18-year-old son, Jordy had drowned in the Waiwhakaiho River.

Speaking to media at the time about her sons passing, Kendras sister Nic said:

“He was just one of a kind. He was so loveable, so witty. Life without him is going to be dim. We still are broken, and we will be for a long time. I’m dreading the rest of my life to be fair.”

In this poignant bite size clip taken from our full conversation, Kendra reflects on Jordy and how she managed her own grief while being stuck in MIQ, away from her family.

It was an incredibly difficult thing to talk about so I can’t thank Kendra enough for being so open.

Dom

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Mike Chunn is a national treasure who has devoted his entire life to NZ music. 

Mike was one of the original members of the band Split Enz with his intermediate school friend, Tim Finn. Then due to severe agoraphobia he stepped away right before the band blew up and went on to be one of the greatest NZ bands of all time. 

But he did go on to have an incredible career behind-the-scenes in the music business, including establishing Play-It-Strange song writing competition.

We talk in depth about his agoraphobia- the role and impact it has had on his life and how learned to co-exists with it. 

Meeting Tim Finn and forming Split Enz, then getting Neil Finn to join the band.

His bet with Jacinda Ardern…which she still owes him for.

How his Play-It-Strange songwriting competition was born.

His Queens birthday honors and what that meant to his mum.

His thoughts on ageing and becoming a grandparent and much more.

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Kendra Cocksedge was part of the Black Ferns team who just recently won the Rugby World cup in front of a packed Eden Park crowd.

That final was her very last game after 15 years in the team.

That win put the bow on what has been a mindblowing career:

15 years in the NZ Black Ferns. 

2015 world player of the year. 

And in 2018 the first woman to ever win the Player of the Year at the NZ rugby awards.

When I caught up with Kendra I offered her transport to my place. She declined and said she could make her own way there….then she turned up on a lime scooter. 

I really enjoyed getting to pick her brains and find out what makes her tick and I hope you guys do as well.

Dom 

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Dr. Paul Wood was found guilty of murder when he was 19 and spent his entire 20's inside some of New Zealands toughest prisons. It was while incarcerated that he began studying psychology.

In this bite size clip, taken from our full conversation, Paul shares a simple and easy tip anyone can start using today that will help you be more happy and content with your own life.

Dom

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