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.
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'Nobody Listened': They Missed the Tumour That Took My Sight
At 17, Mitch Wilson thought he was just an exhausted teenager. But dizziness, daily vomiting, and excruciating headaches escalated into something far more sinister: a brain tumour that went undiagnosed for over a year due to medical neglect. The delay cost him most of his eyesight… but not his spirit.In this conversation, Mitch opens up about:The terror of going to sleep wondering if he’d wake up completely in the darkThe angry, self-destructive years that followedHow a German shepherd called Blaze and para-cycling helped pull him backGrief, therapy, purpose, and trying to figure out what life looks like now.Now a world-class para-cyclist and newly married, Mitch is still figuring out what life looks like in the long term. This is a story of survival, identity, sport, grief, love, and the stubborn refusal to give up. And it is one of those episodes that will stay with you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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How Hamish Kerr Became the Best High Jumper in the World
Hamish Kerr was a guest on the podcast three years ago. Back then he had just won a commonwealth games gold medal and the podcast was still called “Runners Only.”A lot has happened since then. Hamish Kerr is now the undisputed best high jumper on the planet- you name it, he has won it. Olympic Gold, Commonwealth Gold, World champion, Diamond league champion, Halberg sportsman of the year...In this episode, Hamish opens up about the Paris Olympics- why he was in tears on the track in the packed stadium before going on to win gold.How life has changed since becoming the best in the world.How he overcame self-doubt and pressure.And why he thinks he can still be better.This episode goes beyond sport. It’s a deeply human look at the mindset of one of New Zealand’s most successful athletes.Strap yourself in. This episode is one hell of a ride!***Massive thanks to my long-term podcast sponsors, Generate.If I could ask you to do one big favour — for me and for yourself — it would be to consider getting KiwiSaver advice from Generate, like I did.The decisions you make with your KiwiSaver now could have a big impact on how much you have to live on in retirement. And if you’ve never had KiwiSaver advice before, you could be missing out.Generate has a strong track record of long-term performance — You can check out their latest returns on their website.They also have advisers who can come to you and help you figure out the right KiwiSaver setup for your goals — no pressure, just good advice.I met with one when Generate came on board as a sponsor back in 2023 — and honestly, I wish I’d done it sooner.Head to generatekiwisaver.co.nz/dom to book a chatThe 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 — everyone’s situation is different, so 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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