The Dom Harvey Podcast

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  Warriors Coach Andrew Webster On NRL Premierships, Leadership & Never Lowering The Bar 16.09.2026 1h 9m

  Andrew Webster (aka Webby) is the coach of the One.NZ Warriors.This podcast first came out in January 2024. I thought I’d reshare it in case you missed it because the Warriors, under Andrew Webster, have just completed their best season in 15 years. Since arriving at Mount Smart to coach the Warriors three years ago, this guy has given fans plenty to get excited about. But I wanted to find out who he is away from the game.We talk about his wife Emily, becoming a dad, and the years he spent doing whatever work he could to keep chasing a coaching career. Webby explains why he left Ivan Clary and the Penrith Panthers to coach the Warriors and what he learnt from Ivan, why he’s comfortable telling his players he loves them, the up the Wahs movement which started during his tenure, how long he plans to stay in New Zealand, his reason for making the players walk past his office every day and much more.This podcast is a pretty good insight into the mind of one of rugby leagues truly great coaches. And beyond sport, just a very nice bloke Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Tony Quinn On Money, Grief, Racetracks And Giving Away $13 Million 13.09.2026 2h 14m

  Tony Quinn is a Scottish-born businessman based in Australia with massive links to New Zealand.He built and sold the pet food business VIP and now owns four racetracks, including Highlands, Hampton Downs and Taupō Motorsport Park in New Zealand - Not bad from a kid who grew up in a wooden caravan!We talk about losing his daughter to cancer, the loneliness that followed the breakdown of his 38 year marriage, the big wins and losses of his business life, the thrill of driving Michael Schumacers F1 car, almost dying in 2022, the buzz he got from giving life changing sums of money away to staff, his obsession with MAFS! And so much more.***Massive thanks to my long-term podcast sponsor, Generate. We’ve all got that one mate who’s convinced they’ve worked out how to beat the market, usually with a lot of confidence and no actual expertise.  So, here's your reminder not to get caught up in the noise and trust the real investment experts at Generate.  I sat down with a Generate KiwiSaver adviser when they came on as sponsor in 2023, and it was one of those conversations that made me think, why didn’t I do this earlier? A Generate adviser can help you figure out what fund type is best suited to your KiwiSaver goals.  Start planning now! Book a no cost chat with an adviser at generatekiwisaver.co.nz/dom The issuer of the scheme is Generate Investment Management Limited. To see their PDS and Financial Advice Provider info  see generatekiwisaver.co.nz/disclosures. Past performance does not guarantee future returns. And remember, I’m not a financial adviser, so this is just general information. I recommend getting expert advice before making any financial decisions.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  9/11 Fire Chief Remembers Devastating Reality Of Ground Zero: The Day The World Changed Forever 09.09.2026 1h 15m

  Content warning: This episode includes discussion of the terrorist attacks of September 11 2001, death, human remains, people falling or jumping from the towers, grief and trauma.Coming up- Retired New York fire fighter, lieutenant David MorkalOn September 11, 2001, David Morkal woke up in New Jersey, helping his father-in-law with some renovations.That night, he was down at Ground Zero standing on the rubble of the Twin Towers. Surrounded by 2763 people who passed away- including 343 firefighters.  On his first drive home, he had to pull over because he was crying too hard to see the road. Dave spent 33 years with the New York City Fire Department. Twenty-five years on from the attacks, he joins me to talk about the friends he lost, the responsibility of helping rebuild, and learning to live with what happened.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Erica Stanford On Cabinet, Kids, Coke Zero & The Job's Real Cost 06.09.2026 1h 50m

  Erica Stanford is one of the most formidable politicians in New Zealand and, by her own admission, much happier talking about policy than herself. But this conversation is about the person behind the portfolio.Erica opens up about mum guilt, the sacrifices her family has made, the brutal pressure of politics and whether she sees herself as a future Prime Minister.We also discover her obsession with Coke Zero, her love of Green Day and the wonderfully weird man she’s been with since she was a teenager. Erics is the Education Minister...but this podcast is about the woman behind the fancy job title.***Massive thanks to my long‑term podcast sponsor, Generate. Like a lot of Kiwis, I spent years blowing off my KiwiSaver- telling myself I’ll worry about it later.Turns out “later” comes around faster than you think, and the decisions you make now could be the difference between counting every dollar in retirement or having the freedom to do some fun stuff and not stressing out every time a bill turns up.I switched my KiwiSaver account to Generate after they came on board, and honestly, I should’ve done it sooner. They’re an award-winning KiwiSaver provider with strong long‑term performance. You can check out their latest returns online, or book a no‑obligation chat with one of their friendly advisers at generatekiwisaver.co.nz/dom. No pressure or judgement. They are just there to help you wherever you’re at in your own investing journey.  The issuer of the scheme is Generate Investment Management Limited. You can view their Product Disclosure Statement and Financial Advice Provider information at generatekiwisaver.co.nz/disclosures. Past performance does not guarantee future returns. And just a reminder — I’m a podcast host, not a financial adviser. This is general information only, and I recommend getting expert advice before making any financial decisions.       Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  “I Couldn’t See Anything” Dan Hooker On His Biggest Beating 02.09.2026 9m

  On this Fast Cast, UFC fighter Dan “The Hangman” Hooker reflects on the biggest loss of his career- the 2018 fight with Edson Barboza. A fight that left him with a fractured eye-socket, vertigo and a 5 week wait for surgery. But it also gave him the reputation as a guy who never ever gives up.This Fast Cast has been taken from Dans full appearance on The Dom Harvey Podcast.  If you want to hear the complete conversation, search “Dan Hooker” on You Tube or right here on this podcast platform.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  The Best Jonah Lomu Stories From NZ Rugby Legends 30.08.2026 46m

  This episode has been sponsored by the movie LOMU which is out this week in cinemas around New ZealandGo to https://www.madman.co.nz/lomu/?utm_source=DomHarveyPodcast&utm_medium=Video&utm_campaign=Lomu&utm_id=Lomuto watch the trailer for this incredible documentary and to find out where and when you can watch it at a cinema in your area.***The world knew Jonah Lomu as a legend.The ELEVEN people on this very special podcast episode all knew the man behind the legend.This is Jonah Lomu, remembered by those who shared the field, the changing room and the team bus with him.The episode features stories from:Keven Mealamu Josh Kronfeld Mils Muliaina Steve Devine John Hart Laurie Mains Christian Cullen Frank Bunce Sir Graham Henry Ric Salizzo Justin Marshall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  “They Called Me An Honorary White” - Sir Bryan Williams on 1970 South Africa Tour 26.08.2026 10m

  Sir Bryan Williams is one of New Zealand rugby’s most influential figures. He played 113 matches for the All Blacks, including 38 Tests, and later coached Samoa, Auckland and the Hurricanes. He has also served as president of New Zealand Rugby and has been inducted into the World Rugby Hall of Fame.The man known as Bee Gee was just 19 when he first became an All Black - and because of his Samoan heritage, Bryan could only enter apartheid-era South Africa after being classified as an “honorary white.” It was an appalling label, but declining the tour could have ended his international career before it had properly begun.This Fast Cast has been taken from Sir Bryan’s full appearance on The Dom Harvey Podcast. If you want to hear the complete conversation, search “Sir Bryan Williams” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Sharyn Casey on Miscarriage, Grief & Walking Away From Radio 23.08.2026 2h 45m

  By pure coincidence this conversation was recorded exactly 20 years to the day after Sharyn Casey and I first met.Back then, she was 20 years old, wildly ambitious and by her own admission trying far too hard to make everyone like her.Fast forward two decades and Sharyn has walked away from the radio job that shaped her entire adult identity - and she’s figuring out who she is without it. This conversation is funny, honest and, at times, very graphic. Listener discretion is advised. Sharyn Casey is warm, chaotic, vulnerable, self-aware and very bloody funny. AND she is the more comfortable and content in her own skin than I have ever seen her before. At 40 she knows exactly who she is and she is very comfortable with who she is. And I am proud to be able to call her a friend.Check out Sharyn’s pop culture show, A Little Bit Extra: https://www.youtube.com/@ALittleBitExtraPodcast*Huge thanks to the team at Generate. I switched my KiwiSaver account to Generate after they came on board as a show sponsor, and honestly, I should’ve done it sooner.  Generate are an award-winning KiwiSaver provider with strong long‑term performance - you can check out their latest returns online, or book a no‑obligation chat with one of their friendly advisers at https://www.generatewealth.co.nz/domThe issuer of the scheme is Generate Investment Management Limited. You can view their Product Disclosure Statement and Financial Advice Provider information at generatekiwisaver.co.nz/disclosures. Past performance does not guarantee future returns. And just a reminder — I’m a podcast host, not a financial adviser. This is general information only, and I recommend getting expert advice before making any financial decisions.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Laurie Mains On His Rassie Erasmus Feud - And The '95 RWC Poisoning 19.08.2026 14m

  At the time of publishing this, the All Blacks are back in South Africa for a tour that is being called “Rugby’s Greatest Rivalry”And it’s hard to argue with that. The rivalry between these nations went up a notch at the 1995 world cup when the Springboks beat the All Blacks by 3 points in extra time.In this FastCast, Laurie reflects on that 15–12 defeat at Ellis Park and the controversy surrounding it, including the forward-pass decision that denied Jonah Lomu a potential try and his long-held belief that members of the All Blacks squad were deliberately poisoned before the final.The conversation then turns to Laurie’s bitter falling-out with current Springboks coach Rassie Erasmus. Laurie coached Rassie at the Cats in South Africa during the early 2000s, but their relationship deteriorated amid disagreements over training, fitness, authority and the direction of the team. If you search “Laurie Mains” you can listen top the full 2 hour conversation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  NZ's Wildest Conservation Activist on Fighting Japanese Whalers & Being Jailed In Japan 16.08.2026 2h 27m

  Pete Bethune from Hamilton is one of the most unique and intriguing guests I’ve ever had on this podcast.He’s worked on oil rigs, been bitten by a deadly snake, flown on the Concorde, spent $3 million building one of the coolest boats ever made and holds the world record for taking it round the world in the fastest time.He then took that same boat to Antarctica to protest Japanese whaling and had it rammed in half by a huge security vessel. Then he ended up spending five months in a Japanese maximum-security prison. And this is just the very small tip of a very large iceberg!Pete talks about the decisions he’s proud of - and the one decision that still hurts. He speaks honestly about prison, PTSD, losing everything, and why he still lives with the goal of making the world a slightly better because he was in it. ****Massive thanks to my long-term podcast sponsor, Generate. We’ve all got that one mate who’s convinced they’ve worked out how to beat the market, usually with a lot of confidence and no actual expertise.  So, here's your reminder not to get caught up in the noise and trust the real investment experts at Generate.  I sat down with a Generate KiwiSaver adviser when they came on as sponsor in 2023, and it was one of those conversations that made me think, why didn’t I do this earlier?  A Generate adviser can help you figure out what fund type is best suited to your KiwiSaver goals.  Start planning now: Book a FREE chat with an adviser at https://www.generatewealth.co.nz/domThe issuer of the scheme is Generate Investment Management Limited. To see their PDS and Financial Advice Provider info  see generatekiwisaver.co.nz/disclosures. Past performance does not guarantee future returns. And remember, I’m not a financial adviser, so this is just general information. I recommend getting expert advice before making any financial decisions.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Open Champion Ryan Fox’s Hilarious Shane Warne Stories 12.08.2026 9m

  Welcome to the Fast Cast. A short episode where I go back into the archives and share one memorable moment from a previous conversation.On this Fast Cast: Ryan Fox on Shane Warne.Growing up, Warney was one of Ryan’s sporting idols.Ryan shares how a random text led to them playing golf together, what Warney was really like away from the spotlight, and the shock of hearing about his death. It's a funny and touching look at one of sport’s great characters.Search Ryan Fox on The Dom Harvey Podcast to hear the full conversation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Louis Davis’ Hidden Struggle And Being Painted As The Villain 09.08.2026 2h 37m

  New Zealand’s top content creator Louis Davis is back, and somehow, in the two years since we last spoke, life has become even more wild!He’s written a book, finished 3rd on Celebrity Treasure Island, interviewed some of the biggest names on the planet, and taken his dad to Turkey for a brand-new smile.But behind all that success are stories he hasn’t told on Tik Tok about ambition, his complex relationship with his dad and the eating disorder Louis has quietly lived with since he was eight years old.That’s the first hour! Then the episode revisits Louis’s original podcast visit from 2024. That covers his relationship with his wife, the viral KFC wedding photo and his mission to change how Māori fathers are represented. If you missed it when it first came out, you’ll love it.***Massive thanks to my long‑term podcast sponsor, Generate. Your KiwiSaver account is one of those things that’s easy to set up and then completely ignore whilst you’re hoping it’s all working out in the background. I had a chat with a Generate KiwiSaver adviser when they came on as sponsor, and it genuinely gave me clarity on what it means to have a KiwiSaver plan, and whether mine was actually set up to perform over the long-term.  Generate is an award‑winning KiwiSaver provider with a strong track record of long‑term performance. You can check out their latest returns online, or book a no‑obligation chat with one of their advisers at https://www.generatewealth.co.nz/dom No pressure, just clear advice to help you feel confident you’re on track, without any judgement for leaving this on the to‑do list a bit longer than planned. The issuer of the scheme is Generate Investment Management Limited. To see their PDS and Financial Advice Provider info see generatekiwisaver.co.nz/disclosures. Past performance does not guarantee future returns. And remember, I’m not a financial adviser, so this is just general information. I recommend getting expert advice before making any financial decisions.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Kiri Allan Speaks Out: The Night That Ended Her Political Career, Jacinda Ardern & The Road Back 05.08.2026 2h 14m

  This episode has been brought to you by the legends at Odoo.If you run a business, you’ll know how quickly the tools can stack up: invoicing, accounting, sales, inventory, projects, your website. Odoo brings it all together.It’s an all-in-one business management platform with over 45 apps built to work seamlessly together, helping you manage your entire operation from one place.Try Odoo free for 15 days with no credit card required at https://www.odoo.com/r/eYc Odoo. All your business, on one platform.***Three years ago, Kiri Allan was one of the most recognisable politicians in New Zealand. She was a cabinet minister, a cancer survivor and, to many people, a future leader of the Labour Party.Then, literally overnight, everything fell apart. But the headlines from that time only ever told a small part of the story.In this conversation, Kiri talks openly about the childhood that shaped her, being a lesbian in a deeply religious environment, surviving stage-three cervical cancer, the immense pressure of life in Parliament, and the mental health crisis that eventually brought her career to an end.She also talks very honestly about suicidal thoughts, the shame she carried after the crash, and the slow, difficult process of learning to forgive herself and rebuild her life.There are some incredibly heavy moments in this conversation - but there is also humour, perspective and a lot of hope.This is Kiri Allan, telling her story in her own words.Need to talk?1737 – Need to Talk?Free call or text 1737 at any time for support from a trained counsellor.LifelineCall 0800 543 354 or 09 522 2999Free text 4357 (HELP)Suicide Prevention HelplineCall 0508 828 865 (0508 TAUTOK0)YouthlineCall 0800 376 633Free text 234SamaritansCall 0800 726 666Aoake Te Rā – Bereaved by Suicide ServiceCall 0800 000 053 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Laurie Daley's Thoughts On Origin Coming To Auckland, Media Criticism And Old NRL Yarns 02.08.2026 1h 52m

  Laurie Daley is Australian rugby league royalty: former Australian captain, winner of 3 Premierships with the Canberra Raiders, NSW captain at just 22. And the man who has twice coached the Blues to State of Origin glory.But this conversation goes well beyond the sport that made him famous.Laurie opens up about growing up as the only boy among seven sisters, the sacrifices his parents made, his Aboriginal heritage and making his first-grade debut for Canberra at just 17.  He shares the lessons Wayne Bennett and Mal Meninga taught him, the brutal pressure of coaching State of Origin and the impact of media criticism on his family, his thoughts on game 2 being played at Eden Park in 2027 and much more.This is the first time we met, and I could tell within minutes I was in the presence of a champion. Laurie is humble, tough and relentlessly positive. This is a glimpse into the man behind the rugby league legend.***Massive thanks to my long‑term podcast sponsor, Generate. Like a lot of Kiwis, I spent years saying, “I’ll look at my KiwiSaver account later.” Turns out later comes around faster than you think, and the decisions you make now could be the difference between thriving or surviving in retirement.I switched my KiwiSaver account to Generate after they came on board, and honestly, I should’ve done it sooner. They’re an award-winning KiwiSaver provider- they have won the Consumer NZ People’s Choice Award for KiwiSaver 6 times.You can check out their latest returns online, or book a no‑obligation chat with one of their friendly advisers at: https://www.generatewealth.co.nz/domNo pressure, no judgement, no hard sell. They are just there to help wherever you’re at in your investing journey.  The issuer of the scheme is Generate Investment Management Limited. You can view their Product Disclosure Statement and Financial Advice Provider information at generatekiwisaver.co.nz/disclosures. Past performance does not guarantee future returns. And just a reminder — I’m a podcast host, not a financial adviser. This is general information only, and I recommend getting expert advice before making any financial decisions.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Karin Burger Couldn't Watch The Comm Games - Now She's Leading NZ Into Them 26.07.2026 1h 50m

  Karin Burger is a New Zealand netball legend- since making her Silver Ferns debut in 2018 she has played over 70 tests in the black dress.This episode originally came out in 2023. I’m re-issuing it now because a lot has changed since then. The podcast has grown significantly, picking up thousands of new subscribers. And at the time of publishing, Karin is in Scotland with the Silver Ferns as the team captain for the Commonwealth Games.Making this moment extra special for Karin is the heartbreak of 4 years ago where she was forced to miss the Comm Games due to injury- we talk about that in the podcast.We also talk Karins move to NZ from South Africa by herself at 18 and the seven-year grind to become a Silver Fern.The devastation of being sent off during her Silver Ferns debut.What it’s like playing for coach Dame Noeline Taurua and insights into her coaching methods.Karin also opens up about loneliness, being relentlessly hard on herself, her discomfort with vulnerability and much more.Listening back now, knowing Karin is about to captain New Zealand at the Commonwealth Games, makes her story of sacrifice and perseverance even more powerful. You’ll love this episode.***Massive thanks to my long‑term podcast sponsor, Generate. Like a lot of Kiwis, I spent years saying, “I’ll look at my KiwiSaver account later.” Turns out later comes around faster than you think, and the decisions you make now could be the difference between counting every dollar in retirement or having the freedom to take that trip you've always talked about. I switched my KiwiSaver account to Generate after they came on board, and honestly, I should’ve done it sooner. They’re an award-winning KiwiSaver provider with strong long‑term performance. You can check out their latest returns online, or book a FREE no‑obligation chat with one of their friendly advisers athttps://www.generatewealth.co.nz/domNo pressure, no judgement, no hard-sell. They are there to help wherever you’re at in your investing journey.  The issuer of the scheme is Generate Investment Management Limited. You can view their Product Disclosure Statement and Financial Advice Provider information at generatekiwisaver.co.nz/disclosures. Past performance does not guarantee future returns. And remember, I’m a podcast host, not a financial adviser. This is general information only, and I recommend getting expert advice before making any financial decisions.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Shane Jones on Surviving Cancer, Winston & 40 Years of Headlines 22.07.2026 1h 15m

  Shanes Jones is one of New Zealand’s most polarizing and fascinating politicians. He started his parliament life in Labour 20 odd years ago. Now he is the deputy leader of NZ First and the Minister for Oceans and Fisheries of New Zealand.This is his first ever long form podcast about the person rather than policy.+ We talk about his early life growing up in the Far North and his love of language.+ Becoming a father at a young age.+ His bowel cancer journey and how a foot massage in China may have saved his life.+ His honest assessment of Helen Clarkes leadership and what Winston Peters is like when the cameras are off.+ And some of the most controversial headlines of his career: including his headline grabbing remarks about immigration, mining, Nicola Willis, his public feud with Matt Watson. And also the truth behind his recent Canada travel controversy.+ Shane also discusses his thoughts on ageing, apologising, flaws and the legacy he hopes to leave for his children and grandchildren. This is Shane Jones as you rarely hear him: the person behind the public persona.***This episode has been brought to you by the legends at Odoo.Click the link in the show notes to learn more about Odoo and support the people who support the show.If you run a business, you’ll know how quickly the tools can stack up: invoicing, accounting, sales, inventory, projects, your website. Odoo brings it all together.It’s an all-in-one business management platform with over 45 apps built to work seamlessly together, helping you manage your entire operation from one place.Try Odoo free for 15 days with no credit card required at https://www.odoo.com/r/2PFOdoo. All your business, on one platform.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Brent Eccles: Rock Stardom, Ruthless Deals & the Truth About the Concert Business 19.07.2026 1h 54m

  Brent Eccles has spent more than 50 years in the music business, both on and off stage.He played drums in the iconic Australian rock band, The Angels. Then at 45 years old he came home to New Zealand and became one of our most successful and respected concert promoters.Brent has played drums onstage with Guns N’ Roses, lost hundreds of thousands of dollars on concerts, sold 50,000 tickets to SIX60 in minutes and, during Covid, was officially ranked the number one concert promoter in the world. We talk about all this stuff in the podcast- the good the bad and the ugly.He also has a reputation for being quite intimidating. We address that as well! But underneath all that is a bloke who absolutely loves music, loves New Zealand and, more than anything, loves and wants to protect his family.***Massive thanks to my long-term podcast sponsor, Generate. We’ve all got that one mate who’s convinced they’ve worked out how to beat the market, usually with a lot of confidence and no actual expertise.  So, here's your reminder not to get caught up in the noise and trust the real investment experts at Generate.  I sat down with a Generate KiwiSaver adviser when they came on as sponsor in 2023, and it was one of those conversations that made me think, why didn’t I do this earlier? A Generate adviser can help you figure out what fund type is best suited to your KiwiSaver goals.  Start planning now—Book a no cost  chat with an adviser at generatekiwisaver.co.nz/dom The issuer of the scheme is Generate Investment Management Limited. To see their PDS and Financial Advice Provider info  see generatekiwisaver.co.nz/disclosures. Past performance does not guarantee future returns. And remember, I’m not a financial adviser, so this is just general information. I recommend getting expert advice before making any financial decisions.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Craig Piggott: Founding NZ’s Fastest Growing Company, Quitting Rocket Lab & Sir Peter Beck's Advice 15.07.2026 1h 56m

  This episode has been brought to you by the legends at Odoo.If you run a business, you’ll know how quickly the tools can stack up: invoicing, accounting, sales, inventory, projects, your website. Odoo brings it all together: It’s an all-in-one business management platform with over 45 apps built to work seamlessly together, helping you manage your entire operation from one place.Try Odoo free for 15 days with no credit card required at https://www.odoo.com/r/sLTOdoo. All your business, on one platform.***Craig Piggott is the founder and CEO of Halter, one of New Zealand’s fastest-growing companies- they make GPS collars for cows that can do away with the need for physical fences. This wild idea he had 10 years ago is now a company valued at over 3 billion dollars. He was also named 2026 New Zealand Innovator of the Year.This conversation sees Craig Piggot open up about his life and career in a way he has never done before.He talks about being a very average student, scraping into engineering at university, and eventually landing a job at Rocket Lab after cornering Sir Peter Beck at a university event. That experience would completely change what he believed was possible.After just nine months at Rocket Lab, Craig left to start Halter. We talk about why Peter Beck backed him, why the first few years were so brutal, and why there were moments when he would have happily gone back to his old job.There is also some incredibly personal insights about leadership, pressure, marriage, becoming a dad, work-life balance, culture, and staying grounded when the company you started becomes one of New Zealand’s biggest startup success stories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Grant Baker: Backing Liam Lawson, Ferraris, Cancer & The $138M Exit 12.07.2026 1h 41m

  Grant Baker is one of those podcast guests where you may or may not know the name. But you most definitely know the brands he has had ahand in building.He’s built companies, sold companies, backed big ideas, helped turn 42 Below from a boutique business into a behemoth, had a hand in turning Turners into one of New Zealand’s most recognisable brands, and along the way has collected a fairly ridiculous number of FerrarisBut this conversation, Grants first ever podcast, is about much more than money and cars.Grant talks about growing up being told he was never going to amount to much, dropping out of teachers’ college, learning sales, making and losing money, working for and with Eric Watson, surviving bowel cancer, helping Liam Lawson get to Formula One and why he is obsessed with Ferraris.He’s blunt, funny, incredibly driven, and this episode is a masterclass in business, risk, resilience and backing yourself.***Massive thanks to my long-term podcast sponsor, Generate. We’ve all got that one mate who’s convinced they’ve worked out how to beat the market, usually with a lot of confidence and no actual expertise.  So, here's your reminder not to get caught up in the noise and trust the real investment experts at Generate.  I sat down with a Generate KiwiSaver adviser when they came on as sponsor in 2023, and it was one of those conversations that made me think, why didn’t I do this earlier? A Generate adviser can help you figure out what fund type is best suited to your KiwiSaver goals.  Start planning now! Book a no cost  chat with an adviser at generatekiwisaver.co.nz/dom The issuer of the scheme is Generate Investment Management Limited. To see their PDS and Financial Advice Provider info  see generatekiwisaver.co.nz/disclosures. Past performance does not guarantee future returns. And remember, I’m not a financial adviser, so this is just general information. I recommend getting expert advice before making any financial decisions.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  Hayden Paddon on the Monte Carlo Tragedy, Panic Attacks, and an Unlikely WRC Comeback 08.07.2026 2h 1m

  This episode has been brought to you by the legends at Odoo.Try Odoo free for 15 days with no credit card required at https://www.odoo.com/r/xizOdoo. All your business, on one platform.***My guest today is Hayden Paddon- one of New Zealand’s greatest ever motorsport athletes. Hayden is a World Rally Championship winner, a seven-time New Zealand rally champion, a two-time European rally champion, and the first person from the Southern Hemisphere to ever win a WRC event.But this conversation is much more than just about driving cars at ridiculous speeds on gravel road.Hayden joined me fresh off a World Rally Championship podium finish in Croatia - something even he didn’t expect after eight years away from the top level of the sport. Hayden is incredibly open in this conversation. He talks about being bullied, struggling with his weight as a kid, his parents’ separation, depression as a teenager, anxiety, his complicated relationship with confidence, and the fact that he is driven more by fear of failure than by success.We also talk in depth about the 2017 Monte Carlo crash where a spectator lost his life. Hayden explains what happened, how it affected him, and what it was like returning to Monte Carlo this year for the first time since that accident - including panic attacks, sleepless nights, and having to face the one place he had tried to avoid for eight years.This is a motorsports conversation. But it is also a conversation about life. About loyalty. About grief. About resilience. About the cost of chasing one dream for your entire life.This is the first time we met, and I found Hayden to be entirely honest, thoughtful, vulnerable and very, very Kiwi. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.