Best Dom Harvey Podcasts (2025)

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K’Lee: From Pop Star to Survivor – Abuse, Trauma & Resilience 2:33:49

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In this raw and powerful episode, K’Lee opens up like never before. From becoming a pop star at 14 to surviving an abusive relationship and being held at gunpoint, K’Lee’s story is one of strength, resilience, and redemption. She shares the truth behind early fame, the music industry’s dark side, her battle with postpartum depression, and nearly lo…

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Survivor 50: Cast Reactions

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Grindcast 393: The Ordeal of the Final Fantasy Episode 1:19:12

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CCR has...thoughts about the Final Fantasy set.Thanks as always to Wave Sunray for our music!If you’d like to support the podcast, check out our patreon at patreon.com/mtggrindcast. Subscribers get swag and bonus content! And whether you subscribe or not, you’re invited to join our discord, where we’re building a community of friendly people all lo…

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Dave Wood: The Man Elite Athletes Call When Everything Falls Apart 2:05:12

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Dave Wood is a high-performance coach. He hosts workshops at West Auckland’s Piha Beach called Calm Under Pressure which combine mental and physical challenges- clients (including UFC stars, Team NZ champions and Olympic athletes) often describe these workshops as life changing. Dave Wood has done a lot, seen a lot and learned a lot. I genuinely be…

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Christopher Luxon on Public Criticism, Losing His Hair & Saving Himself for Marriage 1:07:42

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In this very non-political conversation, Christopher Luxon shares insights into his personal life, family values, and career journey. Some of the ground we cover includes: + How his upbringing shaped him. And how his parents cope with the criticism he cops + His friendship with Sir John Key + Why he has never touched alcohol. + The backstory of his…

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Bay Dreams Co-founder Mitch Lowe - Controversy, Fisher In NZ & MILLIONS LOST! 1:55:32

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Mitch Lowe is one of the key players in New Zealand's live music industry. His company Audiology has organized over 500 events across New Zealand and Australia with artists including Bryan Adams, Cardi B, T Pain, Fisher, Snoop Dogg and even The Wiggles. He is also the brains behind major festivals like Bay Dreams, Mardi Gras, Sound splash, and more…

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Grindcast 392: Getting back to our Insidious Roots (with Jesse Piland!) 1:08:55

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Our friend Jesse qualified for the PT and he did it in style, smashing through Hartford with his beloved Roots deck. We're talking Roots, his run two weeks before with Monument, and a sprinkling of Final Fantasy in the mix. Thanks as always to Wave Sunray for our music!If you’d like to support the podcast, check out our patreon at patreon.com/mtggr…

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Pax Assadi on shocking NZ Racism: "After 9/11, I Pretended to be Tongan!" 1:42:59

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Pax Assasdi is one of the most recognizable voice's in New Zealand comedy. If you are not familiar with Pax. Get ready- you’re about to meet an awesome human. He’s a very brief bio: he’s a stand-up comedian, writer, actor and TV host. He created and starred in a TV show loosely based on his life called “Raised by Refugees.” (which you can stream on…

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Grindcast 391: Proficient with Prowess (with Jarvis Yu!) 1:35:07

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Get hype for the 20 minute cold open featuring us trying to remember which guy is from which final fantasy!Thanks as always to Wave Sunray for our music!If you’d like to support the podcast, check out our patreon at patreon.com/mtggrindcast. Subscribers get swag and bonus content! And whether you subscribe or not, you’re invited to join our discord…

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He Ran the Length of NZ Twice - To Honour His Brother & Raise $250K for Men’s Health 1:13:56

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Stefan Ozich is now part of a very small group of guests to make a return appearance on the podcast. ICYMI, Stefan first appeared on the podcast towards the end of 2024. At the time he was about to embark on a jaw-dropping run- the length of New Zealand on the Te Araroa trail. Twice. Cape Reinga to Bluff and all the way back again. That’s 6000km. A…

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The Genius UK: What's All This Then?!

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A decade since The Genius dazzled us and so many other RTV fans and set an impossibly high bar for any future shows, it's back and... Britisher than ever?! The UK offshoot hasn't drawn a large domestic audience but has dragged us out of the retirement home to mull over the quirks of the game(s), players, and viewers - and how one American is steali…

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Theo Shakes: From Drama Kid to VIRAL Sensation with 2 Million Followers 1:47:15

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Theo Shakes is an insanely talented 23-year-old New Zealand-based actor, writer, director, and content creator who is living proof of what happens when some natural talent meets a lot of hard work. Theo has 2 million Tik-Tok followers and over 200 million likes. But I feel like it would be unfair to just call him a Tik-Tokker because there is so mu…

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Psychic Medium, Jesse Rose: “I Thought I Was Crazy – But The Voices Are Real!” 1:16:14

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Jessie Rose is a psychic medium. Full disclosure- I am a skeptic! I don’t believe in this stuff at all. But I also have an open mind and am keen to talk to all sorts of different people on this podcast as a way that I can learn more and potentially change beliefs I have. So, when Jessie Rose messaged me about coming on the podcast, I said yes. And …

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Grindcast 390: How do you pronounce Mako? 1:07:47

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This week! We're breaking down standard LIVE as it develops at the height of RC season. Prowess put up a breach-like metagame share in Minneapolis but did not continue delivering breach-like numbers, so what should we play going forward? Find out on this episode!Thanks as always to Wave Sunray for our music!If you’d like to support the podcast, che…

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David Lomas' Untold Story - Helicopter Crash with Paul Holmes & Becoming NZ’s Beloved Investigator 1:54:21

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Today’s guest is someone whose name or voice you’ll definitely recognize- David Lomas. Reality TV always gets a bad rap, but for well over a decade this is the genre of TV David Lomas has been involved with, and he has been changing lives for the better. With shows like “David Lomas Investigates” he has helped hundreds of people track down long-los…

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Grindcast 389: Standard is Bologna 58:32

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We've got our first RC results, so we're looking at how the stage is set for high level standard season! Newcomer Izzet Prowess is lighting the tables up, but does it have what it takes in the format for the long haul?Thanks as always to Wave Sunray for our music!If you’d like to support the podcast, check out our patreon at patreon.com/mtggrindcas…

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Legendary Jockey Opie Bosson: Retirement, Death Threats & BRUTAL Weight Cuts 54:15

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When it comes to horse racing, Opie Bosson is one of the best to ever do it. He is an absolute legend. Here are a few bullet point highlights: + Over 2,000 career wins. + The New Zealand record for the most Group 1 victories by a jockey. He won his first Group 1 race as an apprentice at just 16 years old. + He’s won the prestigious New Zealand Derb…

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Paralysed at 16 & Surviving Suicide — Lee Warn on Marathons, Advocacy & Purpose 1:54:51

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Lee Warn broke his back in 1989 when he was 16 years old. For 5 years after that he became, understandably, a depressed and angry young man. Then after a failed attempt at taking his own life at 21, he changed his outlook and perspective on life. And what he has done in the three decades since then is pretty cool: + Last year he took part in the Lo…

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Grindcast 388: Popes, Property, and Primeval Titan 1:09:52

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We kind of go all over the place on this one, but land squarely on amulet talk for a healthy portion. Will CCR finally learn how to cast Primeval Titan? Find out this week!Thanks as always to Wave Sunray for our music!If you’d like to support the podcast, check out our patreon at patreon.com/mtggrindcast. Subscribers get swag and bonus content! And…

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From Shortland Street to Bankruptcy: Karl Burnett on ADHD, Mental Health & Life After Fame 1:34:23

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If you grew up in New Zealand in the ‘90s and early 2000s, chances are you know EXACTLY who Karl Burnett is…. or at least his legendary Shortland Street character, Nick Harrison. For over a decade, Karl was one of the biggest stars on the biggest show on New Zealand TV. This is part of the Karl Burnett story: + His whole Shortland Street experience…

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Dr Ineke Meredith: Kiwi Surgeon on Operating Room Chaos & Wild Patient Stories 1:28:36

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Dr. Ineke Meredith was raised in Samoa; she came to New Zealand to study medicine. Then she got pregnant and gave birth to a son just has she was preparing for her final exams. Being the force of nature she is, she managed to give birth on a Monday then sit her exam on the Friday. Then juggle being a mum while working as an emergency surgeon. This …

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Grindcast 387: Steel Cutter? I barely know her 1:15:01

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It's postban modern RCQ season! We're playing all sorts of bad decks this time around, from Hardened Broodscale to Coretapper Control. Well, Lee is playing those decks while CCR goes long on Prowess. Come check out the format with us!Thanks as always to Wave Sunray for our music!If you’d like to support the podcast, check out our patreon at patreon…

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Surviving a Heart Transplant at 25: Jack Church’s Road To Recovery & Running Half Marathons 1:20:44

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Jack Church is not a well-known guy. But that is part of what I love about this podcast community we have created. We can meet cool people and share the incredible stories of Kiwis that you may otherwise never hear about. And Jack Church most definitely ticks those boxes. Quick backstory- 4 years ago Jack was working as a personal trainer for the R…

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EXCLUSIVE: Detective Inspector Scott Beard’s New Cancer Diagnosis, Reflecting on Grace Millane Case 2:18:30

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Scott Beard joined the police force when he was 19 years old. He is 64 now and still doing the job he loves as one of New Zealand’s most decorated and respected police officers. This man has seen and done it all during his life of service. But it was his work during the Grace Millane missing persons and murder inquiry that that was career defining.…

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Chris Hipkins on Covid Regrets, Sausage Roll Memes & Life as Prime Minister 1:47:58

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Chris Hipkins was the 41st Prime Minister of New Zealand. And at the time of recording this podcast, he is the leader of the Labour party and hoping to become the next Prime Minister of New Zealand. This podcast is small part of the Chis “Chippy” Hipkins story. It was an honor to connect with him for his first long form podcast that focused on who …

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Jase Ryan - The Truth About Coaching The All Blacks & Working with Razor 1:25:57

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Jason Ryan is the forwards coach for the All Blacks. Before that he was involved with numerous other high profile teams including the Crusaders where, alongside Scott “Razor” Robertson, he helped build a dynasty, winning multiple Super Rugby titles. This is a small part of the Jason Ryan story. + How a butcher from the West Coast ended up becoming …

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Beast Games Winner on $10 Million Prize, What Mr. Beast is Really Like, Taxes & Life After the Show 56:06

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Beast Games was an incredible series from the worlds biggest You Tube star, Jimmy Donaldson (better known as Mr.Beast). Jeff Allen beat 999 other competitors to win the whole series and in doing so took home the largest cash prize in TV history- $10 million USD. This podcast is a small part of the Jeff Allen story. We talk about how a 44-year-old d…

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Grindcast 386: Bangeons and Dragons 1:24:19

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Ooooh they banned Underworld Breach and nothing else? Should we tell everyone? Should we throw a party? Should we invite Bella Hadid?And Dragonstorm spoilers!Thanks as always to Wave Sunray for our music!If you’d like to support the podcast, check out our patreon at patreon.com/mtggrindcast. Subscribers get swag and bonus content! And whether you s…

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Steve Williams TELLS ALL on Tiger Woods' Highs & Lows, Regrets About Getting Fired & More! 1:57:00

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Steve Williams first appeared on the podcast in February 2024. Now he has a brand-new book out called “Together We Roared” all about his partnership with Tiger Woods and he is back for round 2! He doesn’t do a lot of stuff like this so to have him on the podcast- TWICE- is a massive honour. Steve is best known for his 12-year partnership with Tiger…

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Mark Hunt Claims Victory in UFC Lawsuit vs. Dana White, Reflects on Gambling & Childhood Trauma 1:17:24

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Mark Hunt is one of the toughest fighters to ever step into a ring or octagon. This episode needs to come with a very strong warning. There is a lot of coarse language. Also, other themes which could be unsuitable for some: drugs, alcohol, gambling, violence, and extreme childhood trauma. None of this is done in a gratuitous way- Marks life has bee…

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Grindcast 385: DRAGONS. STORMS. KHANS. 1:24:03

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We're here, hanging out on Tarkir, bringing you the hottest spoilers while dodging dragonstorms and trying to make sure Sarkhan doesn't notice us.Thanks as always to Wave Sunray for our music!If you’d like to support the podcast, check out our patreon at patreon.com/mtggrindcast. Subscribers get swag and bonus content! And whether you subscribe or …

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Sean Yarbrough on ‘Broke Boy Taco’ Success, Going into Business with Israel Adesanya & Getting Sober 1:46:06

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Sean Yarbrough is the mastermind behind Broke Boy Taco. He has, in a very short time frame, redefined street food culture and created a brand that has a genuine buzz and well-deserved hype around it. From sleeping on sofas and being addicted to drugs and alcohol to moving to New Zealand and establishing New Zealand’s hottest new hospitality busines…

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FastCast: Mitch James from Episode 1 to Mark the Podcasts Third Anniversary. 16:52

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The FastCast is a highlights length version of a previously released episode of The Dom Harvey Podcast. Today we are winding the clock back all the way to March 2022 and the very first episode of my podcast with NZ musician Mitch James. You can hear the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rCBiUfCn2g0 March 2025 marks the 3rd annivers…

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How to Live a Sober Life - Ex-Alcoholic on Warning Signs, 'Hangxiety' & Rewiring Your Brain 1:05:16

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Victoria Vanstone is a British-born author, blogger, and podcast host who now lives on the Sunshine coast in Australia. She is a reformed “party girl” (her words, not mine) who is now living her best life sharing her sobriety journey. She is a woman on a mission to help others stuck in a pattern of normalized social binge drinking. It seems like wh…

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Survivor 48: Game Design Soapbox Emergency Solo Pod

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Listen here or on iTunes here.By Dom Harvey and Colin Stone

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Grindcast 384: Sarkhan's Dumb Adventure 1:25:16

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Lee held CCR at gunpoint so it's a lore episode with some modern thrown in for good measure! Why can't Jace tell anyone what he's up to until he throws the multiverse into chaos? Why does Tarkir get restored offscreen? Why does Sarkhan get beaten not by a character but a random series of events? We don't answer any of those questions! But we sure d…

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The Voice Of Rugby - Grant Nisbett On Commentating 350 Tests, Christian Cullen & Favourite Tests 1:49:52

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In November 2024, 40 years after making his commentary debut, Grant ‘Nisbo’ Nisbett called his 350th All Blacks test match- that’s over half of ALL the test matches the All Blacks have ever played! 'Nisbo' is 74 years old and still at the peak of his broadcasting powers and this is a small part of the Grant Nisbett story. We cover a lot of stuff he…

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FastCast: Shihad’s Jon Toogood Reflects on Name Change to Pacifier & the Joke That Cost Him $2 Million 18:32

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Jon Toogood is the leader of Shihad, one of the greatest NZ bands of all time. They formed in Wellington in 1988 and at the time of releasing this Fastcast, in March 2025, they are about to play their final show in Wellington. Then…that’s it! Will they get back together for reunion shows in the future? Maybe. Hopefully. But as a full-time band, tha…

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Grindcast 283: You Mean to Tell Me a Tiddypills Won this Tournament? (With Jesse Robkin!) 1:19:41

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There was only one type of episode that made sense the week after Jesse won the RC with Breach! We got her on the cast to talk about the tournament, her 5-year arc as a Breach main, and what the future holds. And there are a lot of bits.Thanks as always to Wave Sunray for our music!If you’d like to support the podcast, check out our patreon at patr…

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Christchurch Mosque Attack Survivor- Temel Atacocugu Was Shot 9 Times & Lived to Tell the Story 2:04:04

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This podcast needs to come with a very strong warning. It is a very graphic account of the darkest day in New Zealand’s history. Please listen with caution. On March 15, 2019, Temel Atacocugu was praying at the Al Noor Mosque in Christchurch when a white supremacist terrorist stormed in. At the end of the despicable cowardly attack which shocked an…

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Toa Fraser on Living with Parkinson’s Disease & Directing Netflix Hit ‘Sweet Tooth’ 1:18:07

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Toa Fraser is a legendary New Zealand filmmaker, playwright, and storyteller and this is his first ever podcast. Outside of his incredible career, he’s also been on a deeply personal journey with early-onset Parkinson’s disease which he was diagnosed with in 2016. This is a very small part of the Toa Fraser story:. His early years in the UK and his…

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FastCast: 3 Dame's Walk Into a Podcast! 16:53

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This is a special FastCast for International Woman’s Day 2025! Three short snippets of the Dame’s I’ve been lucky enough to have on the podcast so far. Dame Susan Devoy, she is New Zealand’s greatest ever squash player…but she is so much more than that. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrt0HyNSMMc&t=3781s Dame Lisa Carrington, the kayak queen who is…

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Andrew Mulligan on Crowd Goes Wild’s Glory Days Steven Adams, Olympic Interviewing Strategy 1:57:16

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Andrew Mulligan is one of the most employed people in New Zealand media. You can hear Mulls on breakfast radio on the Rock breakfast show, it’s a fantastic show that’s been performing at a gold star standard for years. You can watch him on TV in the evenings on Crowd Goes Wild, a show that he’s been involved with since it launched back in 2006. The…

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Survivor 50: News Reactions

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Listen here or on iTunes here.By Dom Harvey and Colin Stone

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Grindcast 382: Taking Stock of Modern 1:15:23

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RC Charlotte is almost here! We're talking all the recent developments in the format, including a 2U counterspell that has captured our imaginations. A perfect listen on your drive to the tournament!Thanks as always to Wave Sunray for our music!If you’d like to support the podcast, check out our patreon at patreon.com/mtggrindcast. Subscribers get …

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Gloriavale Survivor - Exposing Abuse & Cult in India, Consequences of Leaving 1:24:00

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At just 18 years old, Theo Pratt made the terrifying decision to leave the Gloriavale cult and everything she’d ever known—her family, her home, her entire way of life- absolutely everything she had known since birth. She was dropped at a bus stop with just a suitcase, $200 cash, and no idea what came next. Then after some heartbreaking final words…

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FastCast: Hamish Kerr on the Art of Jumping High, Mental Health and Winning Gold 14:36

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Hamish Kerr originally appeared on the podcast at the end of 2022, not long after he won a Commonwealth Games Gold medal. Heres the original ep: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yEf-zSZRbcY So much has happened since then! At the 2025 Halberg awards Hamish Kerr won the “Sportsman of the year” trophy, the first time a high jumper has ever won that ti…

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Sir Bryan Williams - 1970 Apartheid Tour of South Africa, Pasifika Rugby & Discrimination in NZ 1:29:11

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Sir Bryan Williams became an All Black winger when he was 19 in 1970 and quickly became a household name. Since his playing days finished in 1978, he has done so much! He coached Samoa, the Hurricanes and Auckland. He’s been Knighted and inducted to THREE separate sports hall of fame. He was President of the NZ rugby union. And most weekends you’ll…

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Grindcast 381: The Perfectly Organized Pro Tour Aetherdrift Episode 1:12:14

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It's the week after the Pro Tour! We break down the winning, losing, and confusing strategies from this past weekend's big standard tournament. Is this town big enough for them all?Thanks as always to Wave Sunray for our music!If you’d like to support the podcast, check out our patreon at patreon.com/mtggrindcast. Subscribers get swag and bonus con…

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From Refugee to Multimillionaire: Don Ha on Real Estate Business & Overcoming Bankruptcy 1:19:58

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Don Ha was born in Vietnam then spent a couple of years at a refugee camp in Hong Kong before his family got relocated to NZ in 1980 with no English and little more than the clothes they had on. Despite this massive disadvantage, Don Ha became a New Zealand rich lister through real estate with a net worth of over $100 million. Then during the GFC, …