A Few Good Men

Episode 18: Clarke Gayford

Tue, 03 Dec 2019 22:38:19 +0000

A Few Good Men, the podcast proudly bought to you by the bloody great New Zealanders at the Movember Foundation and Radio Hauraki.
In Episode 18 we talk to the man now known as the ‘First Man of NZ’, Clarke Gayford.
Clarke has from the very beginning lived a full life and still does with his hit TV show Fish of the Day. From humble beginnings on a remote Gisborne farm, Clark spent his childhood fishing, moved to Palmerston North Boy’s High then Otago University before his passion for television and media brought on a move to Christchurch. He is a man who has seen a few sights and taken the learnings in the process.
In this episode we go in-depth with Clarke on this journey, how he began his career, his success in television and radio, his love of fishing, the experience of fatherhood, particularly in such a spotlight, and go on to talk men’s health, what he does to keep his in check, and his thoughts on where we are at and where we are going as a country.
A Few Good Men - Men of More Words - Clarke Gayford

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Episode 17: Jack Tame & Matty Mclean

Thu, 21 Nov 2019 23:23:13 +0000

A Few Good Men, the podcast proudly bought to you by the bloody great New Zealanders at the Movember Foundation and Radio Hauraki.
In Episode 17 we talk to two of TVNZ’s brightest young stars Jack Tame and Matty Mclean.
Jack and Matty discuss their experiences from having spent over a decade on NZ screens, touching on past and present roles from overseas reporting to getting kiwi’s through the morning on Breakfast, to how they found their way into media and some of the challenges along the way.
Notably in this episode, we discuss all things media, men’s health and Movember, including the importance of friendships, physical activity and how they keep their mental health in check while in a high profile industry that brings with it critic’s, criticism and unsocial able hours.
A Few Good Men - Men of More Words - Jack Tame & Matty Mclean

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Episode 16: Casey Frank & Dillion Boucher

Thu, 24 Oct 2019 23:08:28 +0000

A Few Good Men, the podcast proudly bought to you by the bloody great New Zealanders at the Movember Foundation and Radio Hauraki.
In Episode 16 we talk to former Breaker and host of Courtside Casey Frank as well as another former Breaker and GM at the Breakers Dillion Boucher.
We talk all things Basketball recapping the recently completed World Cup in China whereas usual the Tall Blacks seriously punched.Big season of Breakers basketball ahead with a new roster and some big names from the US playing in the NBL, the boys give us their picks for the season and also how they think RJ Hampton and LaMelo Ball will fair utilising the NBL as a slightly different route to being a top pick in the NBA draft.Lastly, we take a look at the NBA season ahead with some massive moves in the offseason led by one of our own Sean Marks.
A Few Good Men - Men of More Words - Casey Frank & Dillion Boucher

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Episode 15: Peter Fulton

Thu, 03 Oct 2019 00:17:27 +0000

A Few Good Men, the podcast proudly bought to you by the bloody great New Zealanders at the Movember Foundation and Radio Hauraki.
In episode 15 we talk to Peter Fulton, famously known as "Two-Meter Peter", about his prodigious cricketing career. From country boy to New Zealand Black Caps opening batsmen all the way to national coach, ‘Fults’ discusses his career featuring over 10’000 first-class runs, a triple century, 3-0 whitewash of Australia, being one of only a select few to score two centuries in the same test match and how he’s finding his feet as new Blackcaps batting coach.
A Few Good Men - Men of More Words - Peter Fulton

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Episode 14: Mike Andrews

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 00:56:51 +0000

A Few Good Men, the podcast proudly bought to you by the bloody great New Zealanders at the Movember Foundation and Radio Hauraki.
In Episode 4 we talk to Mike Andrews about The Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride. A motorcycle ride that unites classic and vintage style motorcycle riders all over the world to raise funds and awareness for prostate cancer research and men’s mental health.
We discuss with Mike, from experiences as a rider and Auckland event host, the origins of the DGR from 2012 and how the ride has grown to 120,000 riders globally, raising almost 7 million US dollars.
We also discuss what motivates so many people to support this ride and his personal motivation to participate.
Warning: Please note this episode discusses mental health and suicide. To speak with someone immediately, contact lifeline on 0800 543 354, Samaritans on 0800 726 666 or Suicide Crisis Helpline on 0508 828 865. If life is in danger, call 111 or go directly to emergency services.
A Few Good Men - Men of More Words - Mike Andrews

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Episode 13: Nathan Price

Thu, 19 Sep 2019 05:30:21 +0000

A Few Good Men - Men of More Words - Nathan Price
A Few Good Men, the podcast proudly bought to you by the bloody great New Zealanders at the Movember Foundation and Radio Hauraki. In the 3rd episode of the Men of More Words series Nathan Price, New Zealand Rugby Union Education and Wellness Manager, discusses his key role in the fabric of NZ Rugby from grassroots to the All Blacks. Nathan talks in-depth about Headfirst, the NZ Rugby Union mental wellness programme he oversees, working closely with the NZ Rugby Players Association on the Personal Development Programme that helps professional players develop life skills and as a person during their career, the significant changes in the rugby landscape since he began and what the future could hold with mental health in sport.

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Episode 12: Anton Lienert Brown

Fri, 06 Sep 2019 02:47:47 +0000

A Few Good Men, the podcast proudly bought to you by the bloody great New Zealanders at the Movember Foundation and Radio Hauraki.
Launching the second A Few Good Men series, Men of More Words, this week Anton Lienert Brown joins the podcast. Preparing for the 2019 Rugby World Cup, Anton discusses in detail his unique rise from 1st XV star to All Black, what it’s like inside the All Blacks environment and how the mental side of professional sport is to him more important than the physical. Throughout Anton touches on many topics that bridge the gap between All Blacks and fans in a must-listen episode.

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Episode 11: Simon Porter

Sun, 14 Jul 2019 23:51:22 +0000

The podcast that chews the fat with some great New Zealanders and digs deep into what makes them tick, their passions, their experiences and their advice.

This episode's guest is one of New Zealand's top sports agent and CEO of Halo Sport, Simon Porter.

Simon goes deep into explain the process of being an agent, how do they identify talent and develop it, being trusted with a young persons future, convincing families you are the right person for the job to get their son or daughter to the places they want to go.

Plus, he explains with the changing dynamic of NZ Rugby and global sport with athletes being chased at younger and younger ages, the rules on this in terms of being signed by an agent or pro team, and how is this change affecting his industry and NZ Rugby.

Simon also gives his expert advice for anybody looking to get into this field and for players who want to play professionally.

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Cricket World Cup Special: Mike Lane

Mon, 08 Jul 2019 02:55:34 +0000

The podcast that chews the fat with some great New Zealanders and digs deep into what makes them tick, their passions, their experiences and their advice. This episode's guest is ACC & Hauraki Head as well as New Zealand's leading digital cricket commentator, Mike 'Grot' Lane.G Lane goes deep into the history and creation of The ACC and what it takes to lead a rouge group of humans at the ACC and Hauraki.They also chat about the results and surprises of the Cricket World Cup, how the Black Caps' campaign has gone and what awaits in the Semi-Final.Lane also touches on the creation of the Beige Brigade, how he got the idea, some of the great stories from the various travels and experiences with NZ Cricket.

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Episode 10: Matt Walsh

Mon, 01 Jul 2019 04:52:07 +0000

The podcast that chews the fat with some great New Zealanders and digs deep into what makes them tick, their passions, their experiences and their advice.
This episode's guest is Breakers CEO and former NBA player Matt Walsh.
Matt talks about growing up in Pennsylvania, playing High School and College basketball and turning pro.
He also touched on playing with the legendary Shaq and his professional career in the States and Europe.
Plus, Matt got into his transition from a player into business and into his Breakers purchase.

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Episode 9: Lewis Brown

Mon, 24 Jun 2019 05:13:10 +0000

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Episode 8 - Eric Murray

Mon, 10 Jun 2019 22:27:46 +0000

The podcast that chews the fat with some great New Zealanders and digs deep into what makes them tick, their passions, their experiences and their advice. This episode's guest is former Rowing World Champion and Olympic gold medallist Eric Murray. Eric chats about knowing how to go to his dark place and his signature golden handlebar moustache!

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Episode 7 - David "Gibbo" Gibson

Tue, 04 Jun 2019 00:22:36 +0000

The podcast that chews the fat with some great New Zealanders and digs deep into what makes them tick, their passions, their experiences and their advice. This episode's guest is David Gibson.He's a man who knows his footy. Former player at the Otago, Auckland, Northland, the Highlanders, the Blues and represented the NZ Maoris. He had 9 years and the NZRPA and last year jumped to the other side of the fence and is now CEO of North Harbour Rugby.

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Episode 6 - Wairangi Koopu

Mon, 20 May 2019 02:43:27 +0000

The podcast that chews the fat with some great New Zealanders and digs deep into what makes them tick, their passions, their experiences and their advice. This episode's guest is former Warrior and Kiwis League player Wairangi Koopu.Wai is one of NZ's true hardmen, and a master of many trades. From the mighty Vodafone Warriors to getting on the airways, to getting on the telly this man has inflicted some pain and seen some sights.

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Episode 5 - Carl "Tiny" Williams

Sun, 12 May 2019 22:36:53 +0000

The podcast that chews the fat with some great New Zealanders and digs deep into what makes them tick, their passions, their experiences and their advice. This episode's guest is former Team New Zealand sailor Carl "Tiny" Williams."Tiny" Williams is one of the most lived 38-year-old you could meet. Team NZ’s youngest team member ever who went on to be a world champion sailor, America's Cup champion, Olympian, cyclist, and Brazilian Jujitsu World Champion!

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Episode 4 - Josh Kronfeld

Mon, 06 May 2019 02:11:32 +0000

The podcast that chews the fat with some great New Zealanders and digs deep into what makes them tick, their passions, their experiences and their advice. This episode's guest is former All Black and Crowd Goes Wild host Josh Kronfeld.We all remember Josh in the headgear, the arms swinging and these days popping up on CGW but what’s life these days look like?Josh talks about growing up in Hawke's Bay, making the big move to Dunedin becoming a Scarfie a local legend and the becoming an All Black.
He touches on the highs of making the AB's and all the great moments, plus life after rugby including Celebrity Treasure Island, Dancing with the Stars and now the Crowd Goes Wild.Josh also delves deep into the lows of the 1995 & 1999 Rugby World Cups. Plus his message for other men.

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Episode 3 - Casey Frank

Sun, 28 Apr 2019 22:15:34 +0000

The podcast that chews the fat with some great New Zealanders and digs deep into what makes them tick, their passions, their experiences and their advice. This episode's guest is Former Tall Black and NZ Basketball commentator Casey Frank.

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Episode 2 - Gregor Paul

Tue, 16 Apr 2019 02:49:06 +0000

The podcast that chews the fat with some great New Zealanders and digs deep into what makes them tick, their passions, their experiences and their advice. This episode's guest is NZ Herald rugby writer Gregor Paul.

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Episode 1 - Richie McCaw

Fri, 12 Apr 2019 01:33:47 +0000

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