Best Scott Emmens Podcasts (2025)

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Ben Azadi: A Guide to Fat Loss, Mindset, Motivation, & Metabolic Freedom 55:51

1M ago55:51

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In this Behind the Mic Wellness re-broadcast episode, host Scott Emmens revisits his inspiring conversation with Ben Azadi, founder of Keto Kamp and host of the Metabolic Freedom podcast. Ben shares his remarkable journey from personal struggle to becoming a leading voice in health and wellness. You’ll hear how small, consistent changes—and a few l…

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Nathalie Niddam on Biohacking Secrets for a Longer, Healthier Life – You NEED to Hear This! 1:05:43

2M ago1:05:43

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In this episode of Behind the Mic Wellness, host Scott welcomes biohacker and longevity expert Nathalie Niddam for a deep dive into cutting-edge health optimization. Nathalie, host of the LONGEVITY with Nathalie Niddam podcast, explores the power of peptides, bioregulators, and stem cells in anti-aging, recovery, and cellular regeneration. They dis…

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Jordan Blizzard Planit: Universal Wonders, Intucentricism, Boundaries, & Owning Your Ego for Confidence & Alignment 59:43

2M ago59:43

59:43

In this episode of Behind the Mic Wellness, host Scott Emmens sits down with Jordan Blizzard Planit, creator of the podcast From My Planet to Yours, to explore her unique philosophy of Intucentricism—a framework for developing a healthy ego through self-reflection, boundaries, confidence, and alignment. They dive into thought-provoking topics, incl…

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Brad Kearns: Stress-Recovery Balance, Daily Movement, Doping in Sports, Cold Plunging, Dysfunctional Relationships, & Key Tips for Health & Longevity 1:44:07

3M ago1:44:07

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In this episode of Behind the Mic Wellness, host Scott Emmens sits down with Brad Kearns—former world #3 pro triathlete, NYT bestselling author, and B.rad Podcast host—to explore the intersection of peak performance, longevity, and overall healthy living. They discuss the dangers of processed foods, the rise of running injuries which stem from over…

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Dr. Roxanne Carfora: "Stress, Gut, & Immunity - Your Gut Is Your Immunity" 58:35

3M ago58:35

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In this episode of Behind the Mic Wellness, host Scott Emmens welcomes Dr. Roxanne Carfora, a board-certified functional medicine physician, to the show for a second time to explore the powerful connection between stress, gut health, and immunity. Dr. Carfora explains how chronic stress impacts digestion, the gut-brain connection, and the crucial r…

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Dr. Matthew Lederman: Heart-Led Parenting, Breathwork, Shifting Your Mindset, & Healing Beyond Medicine 56:42

4M ago56:42

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In this episode of Behind The Mic Wellness, host Scott Emmens interviews Dr. Matthew Lederman, co-host of the Webe Pärents podcast and author of Wellness to Wonderful. Dr. Lederman shares his journey from traditional medicine to a holistic, heart-centered approach to healing. They explore the limitations of conventional, pill-focused healthcare, th…

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Jenn Pike: Menopause, Gut Health, Hormone Replacement Therapy, Adaptogens, & Functional Medicine Solutions 1:00:45

4M ago1:00:45

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In this episode of Behind the Mic Wellness, host Scott Emmens welcomes Jenn Pike, a functional medicine diagnostic nutritionist and expert in women's health and hormones. Jenn shares her journey, starting her first company at 17 and transitioning from training professional athletes to empowering everyday women and mothers. The conversation covers t…

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Rewire Your Health: Erin Kenney on GLP-1 Drugs, Gut Health, and Flexible Nutrition Strategies 56:00

4M ago56:00

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In this episode of Behind the Mic Wellness, host Scott Emmens explores the transformative power of gut health with Erin Kenney, CEO of Nutrition Rewired. Erin shares her journey from overcoming digestive and mental health struggles to becoming a registered dietitian with a flexible, evidence-based approach to nutrition. The conversation delves into…

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Sobriety, Transformation, and Connection: Arlina Allen's Journey in Overcoming Addiction and Empowering Change 1:05:36

4M ago1:05:36

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In this episode of Behind the Mic Wellness, host Scott Emmons dives deep into the journey of addiction and recovery with Arlina Allen, host of the One Day at a Time Recovery Podcast. Arlena shares her personal journey to sobriety, including the pivotal moments and challenges she faced along the way. They discuss common misconceptions about recovery…

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Peptides, Biohacking, and Holistic Healing: The Holistic Housewife Brooke Craig's Journey from Conventional Care to Natural Medicine 1:06:39

4M ago1:06:39

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In this episode of 'Behind the Mic Wellness,' host Scott Emmens welcomes Brooke Craig, a board-certified functional health practitioner and the host of the Holistic Housewife podcast. Brooke shares insights on rebranding her podcast after a hiatus, her struggles with life challenges including divorce and mental health, and how she found solace and …

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Gena Bradshaw on Overcoming Cancer, Biohacking Insights, and The Healing Power of Sound 58:59

5M ago58:59

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Join host Scott Emmens on Behind the Mic Wellness as he interviews Gena Bradshaw, a two-time cancer survivor, certified wellness coach, and holistic health advocate. Gena shares her powerful journey of overcoming leukemia in childhood and again at 20, which inspired her to dive into fitness, health, and holistic medicine. In this episode, Gena disc…

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Overcoming IBD Naturally - Dane Johnson's Journey of Pain to Purpose, Spiritual Growth, and Gut Health Revitalization 1:04:12

5M ago1:04:12

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In this episode of Behind the Mic Wellness, I interview Dane Johnson, founder of CC Lifestyles, who shares his personal story of suffering from severe inflammatory bowel disease, his struggles with conventional treatments, and his eventual path to healing through natural medicine, strict diets, and lifestyle changes. Dane details his struggle, the …

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The Raw Truth: Holistic Hilda’s Take on Seed Oils, Raw Milk, and Rediscovering Ancestral Health 1:14:21

5M ago1:14:21

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In this episode of Behind the Mic Wellness, I speak with Hilda Labrada Gore, also known as Holistic Hilda, the producer and host of the Weston A. Price Podcast! Hilda is a health coach, filmmaker, and researcher who has traveled the globe exploring ancestral practices for optimal well-being. Certified by the Institute of Integrative Nutrition, she …

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Dr. Roxanne Carfora: Gut Health Made Simple & The Life-Changing Benefits of Colostrum 56:56

5M ago56:56

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In this episode of Behind the Mic Wellness, Scott Emmens interviews Dr. Roxanne Carfora, a board-certified physician specializing in functional, anti-aging, and regenerative medicine. Dr. Carfora shares insights into her professional journey, highlighting the differences between functional and traditional medicine and why a holistic approach is ess…

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From Navy SEAL to Healing Leader: Christopher Lee Maher’s Inspiring Journey to True Body Intelligence—Unlocking Energy, Overcoming Stress, and Achieving Inner Freedom and Outer Peace 1:18:08

6M ago1:18:08

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In this episode of Behind the Mic Wellness, host Scott Emmens interviews Christopher Lee Maher, a former Navy SEAL, best-selling author, and founder of True Body Intelligence. Christopher shares his inspiring journey from the extreme discipline of military life to becoming a pioneer in holistic health, focusing on overcoming the effects of lifetime…

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Ashleigh VanHouten: Debunking the Stigma Around Women and Muscle, Overcoming Burnout, Nose-to-Tail Nutrition, and The Evolution of Podcasting 51:02

6M ago51:02

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In this episode of Behind the Mic Wellness, the host chats with Ashleigh VanHouten, co-host of Muscle Science for Women (formerly Muscle Maven Radio). Ashleigh shares the story behind rebranding her podcast and teaming up with Rachel Gregory to spotlight women's health, wellness, and strength training. She discusses her background and how growing u…

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Michelle Shapiro, RD: Navigating Wellness, Functional Nutrition, Health Myths, and Her Podcast Mission 1:05:12

6M ago1:05:12

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In this episode of Behind the Mic Wellness, host Scott Emmens interviews Michelle Shapiro, a registered dietitian and the voice behind The Quiet Diet Podcast. Michelle opens up about her transformative weight loss journey and the health challenges she faced, fueling her dedication to functional nutrition. Together, they explore the tension between …

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Dr. Mariza Snyder: Hormonal Health, Metabolic Resilience, and Energized Wellness Strategies 1:10:27

6M ago1:10:27

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In this insightful episode, Dr. Mariza Snyder, a leading health and wellness expert, unpacks the critical role hormones play in women's health. We explore key topics like menopause, perimenopause, hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and how brain remodeling influences well-being across life stages. Dr. Snyder shares her inspiring journey from overco…

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Unlocking Optimal Health: Ben Azadi on Keto, Personal Transformation, and Resilience 55:49

7M ago55:49

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In this powerful episode of Behind the Mic Wellness, host Scott Emmens sits down with Ben Azadi, founder of Keto Kamp and host of the popular Metabolic Freedom podcast, for an inspiring conversation on personal transformation and health. Ben opens up about his journey from a challenging past—facing physical and emotional hurdles—to his rise as a le…

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Welcome to Behind the Mic Wellness! 1:39

7M ago1:39

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Welcome to "Behind the Mic Wellness" – the podcast where we connect you with the most inspiring voices in Longevity, Biohacking, and Health & Wellness! I'm your host, Scott Emmens, and our mission here is simple: to empower and inspire you on your wellness journey by sharing the stories of the experts and innovators shaping the future of healthy li…

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20. Simon Noble – the trail-grading guy 47:16

4y ago47:16

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In this episode Sarah speaks with Simon Noble, a keen cyclist and recreation consultant based in Dunedin. They mostly talk about trail grading – Simon’s specialist subject and a hot topic of conversation (amongst nerds like us, at least). Turns out there’s much more to trail grading than just whipping out the tape measure in order to ‘manage expect…

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19. Scott Emmens - biking for the love of it 38:57

4y ago38:57

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Scott Emmens is a guy who bikes for the simple love of it. He's a keen bike tourer and bikepacker, who also does a lot of trail running. In this episode we chat about how, when and why he bikes. We also talk about his days of organising a couple of bikepacking events, and his work for Ground Effect, the Kiwi bike clothing manufacturer. Scott's Inst…

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18. Tour Te Waipounamu - The Follow Up 1:33:40

4y ago1:33:40

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This episode of the Pedal On Podcast follows our two earlier episodes in which we looked at the then planned Tour Te Waiponamu, and talked to some of the prospective riders. In this episode we check in after the event, with Brian Alder the race organiser, and participant, and 4 other racers. We talk to overall winner Ollie Whalley, fastest woman Ge…

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17. Ihi Heke - Using cycling and traditional knowledge to improve population health 44:54

4+ y ago44:54

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This episode is a special one. Our guest is Dr Ihirangi Heke. Ihi is a keen cyclist as you’ll hear. He’s also a really smart guy, with several degrees to his name. His main area of interest is in using the outdoors, including cycling and other activities, and traditional maori knowledge, as a medium to improve health and wellbeing, particularly of …

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16. Tour Te Waipounamu Part 2 - Pre Race Catch Up 49:34

4+ y ago49:34

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In this episode we continue coverage of Tour Te Waipounamu, which we began in Episode 14. If you’ve listened to Ep 14 you’ll know that the TTW is a bikepacking race between the northern most and southern most points of New Zealand’s South Island. Most of it is thru the mountains and back country, and much is through private land, which is normally …

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15: Brett Cotter – curator of the Big Bike Film Night 48:34

4+ y ago48:34

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It was the vandalism of Taupõ's big bike sculpture that gave Brett Cotter the idea for the fundraiser film festival, The Big Bike Film Night. It now tours nearly 50 towns and cities each year and is the must-see for lovers of biking, adventure, films – and the thrill of big screen cinema. Sarah chats to Brett about reels on wheels, and what motivat…

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14. Tour Te Waipounamu Part 1- a new Kiwi bikepacking event 1:16:36

4+ y ago1:16:36

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Episode 14. Tour Te Waipounamu - a new bikepacking event In this episode we’re looking into a new bikepacking event, the Tour te Waipounamu. The TTW is a 1300+ km race, scheduled to start on February 14 2021, at the northern most point of the South Island of Aotearoa New Zealand, and finish at the southern most point of the island up to 12 days lat…

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13. Simon Kennett talks about everything cycling 1:00:08

4+ y ago1:00:08

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Simon Kennett is the second of the Kennett triplets that we've chatted with. The Kennetts are the band of brothers who have contributed so much, and created a unique place for themselves in the Kiwi cycling scene. In this episode Simon talks about: Early memories of cycling, and developing a love for cycle touring Bike racing in the 90s,and being o…

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12. Philip Wyndham – mountain biker, hiker, trail runner & adventure-holiday company GM 46:10

4+ y ago46:10

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Philip Wyndham is a keen mountain biker, trail runner and hiker who’s been involved in the travel and adventure tourism industry for many years. Currently, he’s the general manager of Adventure South NZ – a company specialising in small-group, guided biking and hiking holidays, many on the New Zealand Cycle Trail’s Great Rides. In this episode, Lee…

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11. Stephanie Cairns – riding instructor, mechanics tutor, bike tourer & cycle fashion-lover. 46:54

4+ y ago46:54

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Stephanie Carins is woman of many and varied talents. A cycling instructor and community bike workshop mechanic, she also makes her own cycle clothing, teaches piano and is a member of the ‘South Seas psych-rock trio’, Birdfeeder. In this episode, Sarah talks with Stephanie about learning to ride as an adult, urban cycling, bike bloomers, and her s…

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Episode 10. Steve Halligan - High Performing Ultra Bikepack Racer 43:55

4+ y ago43:55

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Steve Halligan is an Irish Kiwi who is one of our highest achieving ultra bikepackers. He's finished 4th at the Tour Divide, twice, and won the 6400km Terra Australis Epic in 2018. Steve and his partner Mary Jo run a wellness retreat in Hanmer Springs. In this episode Steve tells us about his approach to competitive bikepacking, and has some intere…

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9. Sasha Smith - MTB racer turned bikepacker, and kids bike coach 31:35

4+ y ago31:35

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We’re very aware that so far we haven’t had any women on the pod, so it's time to put that right. This episode I’m chatting with Sasha Smith. A few years ago Sasha was a successful mountain bike racer, having placed in the top 10 in a world cup enduro, and recorded some impressive New Zealand and Oceania results. These days her riding is a little l…

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8. Mark Inglis – mountain man 34:45

4+ y ago34:45

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Mark Inglis is known to many as the mountaineer who lost his lower legs to frostbite on Aoraki/Mt Cook in 1982 and went on to summit Everest and win a silver medal at the 2000 Paralympics. Nowadays, he is a passionate cyclist and cycling advocate whose keeps himself busy as manager of the Hurunui Trails, covering the St James Cycle Trail, the Hurun…

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7. Geoff Gabites - Serial Kiwi Cycling Entrepreneur 47:37

5y ago47:37

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Geoff Gabites has been around the cycle tourism scene for long enough to be called a pioneer. He’s been around the NZ outdoor scene even longer. He is one of the founders of Alpsports and Macpac. Geoff went on to establish Adventure South, operating adventure bike tours in a number of overseas destinations as well as throughout NZ. A serial entrepr…

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6. Cam Mcleay - Adventurer, by bike and other means. 59:19

5y ago59:19

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Cam is a Kiwi adventurer with a stack of amazing stories, many of which include bikes. In this episode Cam talks about his earliest memories of biking, adventures and tragedy in Africa, and his approach to a healthy, mindful and meaningful life. These days Cam and Kate are running a wellness retreat in Hawkes Bay. See https://capesouth.co.nz/ Also …

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5. Mark Watson - Intrepid Kiwi bikepacker 47:49

5y ago47:49

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Intrepid Kiwi bikepacker Mark Watson, along with his partner Hana Black, has spent most of the past 4 years biking 45,000km from the north coast of Alaska to (almost) the southern tip of South America. In this episode Mark talks about that epic journey, and a bunch of their other adventures. He also tells us about their background and approach to b…

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4. Craig Starnes of Brooklyn Trail Builders 58:05

5y ago58:05

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Craig Starnes is a keen mountain biker, trail builder and conservationist who, along with other volunteers, has helped transform a relatively unknown part of Wellington's green belt into a community asset enjoyed by walkers, runners and bikers alike. In this conversation with Lee Craig shares inspiring stories as well as advice for anyone looking t…

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3. Mike Havill – Riding Tour Aotearoa, with Parkinsons 26:18

5y ago26:18

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Riding Tour Aotearoa with Parkinsons In this episode our guest is Mike Havill. This guy’s an inspiration. As you’ll hear he’s a very down to earth, understated man, whose story helps to put things in perspective for the rest of us. Mike lives with Parkinsons Disease, and rode the Tour Aotearoa earlier this year. So sit back and be inspired by his s…

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2. Marion Boatwright & The Old Ghost Road 51:14

5y ago51:14

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Marion ‘Weasel’ Boatwright is one of the dreamers behind the Old Ghost Road – one of New Zealand’s best backcountry rides, tracing the mountain ranges of the Buller region in the South Island’s West Coast. In this episode, Weasel chats with Sarah and performs the three songs he wrote about the track and its creation.…

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1. Jonathan Kennett – Kiwi cycling trailblazer 44:00

5y ago44:00

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Jonathan Kennett is a cycling book publisher, trail builder, conservationist, advocate and policy advisor, and founder of the world's most popular bikepacking event, the Tour Aotearoa. He also loves riding his bike. For more information see: www,kennett.co.nz www.touraotearoa.nzBy Pedal On Podcast