Robyn Malcolm is a national treasure.

From Outrageous Fortune to After the Party, this is Robyn like you’ve never seen her.

She talks going sober, acting alongside Antony Starr, solo parenting through stardom, the power of older women on screen, her sons’ hilarious texts, and why she’s not holding back on the current Government.

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In this episode of Hambassadors we go behind the scenes of our recent podcast with Ian Foster, unpacking the making of the blockbuster interview — what went into it, what surprised us, and why it might be our best work yet.

We share a few unseen moments, voice messages from listeners, and wildly mixed YouTube feedback — from teary-eyed praise to brutal radio-sport-style takedowns. 

There's insight into our into our creative process, from guest prep to managing “fluffy vs gritty” lines of questioning.

Plus: Auckland City's 10–0 Club World Cup loss, a chaotic Sex.Life unboxing segment, a 4-year-old’s hilarious voice note, and teasers for upcoming bangers like Robyn Malcolm and a mystery SAS legend.

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Ian Foster is speaking up.

In his first full interview since stepping down as All Blacks head coach, Foster sits down to share the raw, unfiltered story of one of the most dramatic periods in New Zealand rugby history.

He opens up about the media pile-on, the near-sacking after the Ireland series, the pressure-cooker Ellis Park test that saved his job, and the growing tension with NZ Rugby as Scott Robertson circled in the wings.

Foster also reveals the emotional toll behind the scenes - from the conversation with Dane Coles that reduced him to tears, to the loyalty shown by Sam Cane, Ardie Savea, Aaron Smith and other senior All Blacks when everything was falling apart.

This is the definitive account of Ian Foster’s All Blacks journey - told his way.

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What does it really feel like to run your own business?

In this special listener Q&A episode of Accidental Business Owners, Steve, Seamus, and business coach Di Foster answer your questions.

We talk about the moment we left our 9-to-5s, what it means to truly “back yourself,” how to avoid getting wiped out by tax, and why many small business owners are unknowingly sabotaging their goals. There are laughs, tears, raw truths, and incredibly practical takeaways.

We also dive deep into emotional burnout, when to hire (and how) and the surprising things business ownership reveals about you.

🔔 Whether you're a founder, freelancer, or just dreaming of taking the leap - this is for you.

IN THIS EPISODE:

✔️ How to leave your job and know when you're ready

✔️ Why conflicting goals stop your progress

✔️ Di’s “freedom fund” strategy for peace of mind

✔️ The most common tax traps (and how to avoid them)

✔️ The #1 mistake people make when hiring

✔️ Personal growth and emotional burnout in business

✔️ What real impact looks like (and feels like)

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This week on Between Two Beers, we talk to David Downs.

This episode is a little bit different as it was filmed in front of a live audience at The Icehouse. There's about 150 in the room, and David is the perfect guest for our first ever recorded live pod.

David is a former comedian, he's a business owner. He's the CEO of New Zealand Story and the chairman of the Ice House with a ridiculous business CV. And he's also a terminal cancer survivor.

And we got all of his story in this epic chat. The energy in the room was great, and this is something we're keen to do a lot more of in future.

Huge thanks to the team at The Icehouse for helping us put this on, we had a great night and are super excited to share it with you.

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In this episode of Hambassadors, Seamus and Steve take you behind the curtain of Between Two Beers — talking honestly about recent viral clips, social media blowback, creative risk-taking, and being called out on-air.

They share their unfiltered reactions to the Run It Straight controversy and Dan Hooker’s backyard scraps, reflect on a confronting coaching moment, and even get real about sleeping nude.

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Mel Bracewell is one of New Zealand’s funniest comedy exports — and in this episode of Between Two Beers, she opens up in a way you’ve never seen before.

We dive into her rise from internet cult figure to TV star, the pressure of performing in Australia vs NZ, and the mental health journey that’s shaped her along the way.

From swearing in front of the Australian Prime Minister, to her viral Seven Days moment (“Classic Kiwi Taste”), to her ADHD diagnosis and life on anti-depressants — this is a funny, honest, and deeply relatable chat with one of the country’s brightest comedic minds.

We also cover the chaos of working in radio, her famous family, the weight of imposter syndrome, and why she once flew across the country with a rabbit.

🎭 Whether you’ve followed her since Tumblr days or know her from Have You Been Paying Attention? — there’s something here for you.

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This episode of Accidental Business Owners gets raw and real. Recorded the day after a high-stakes advisory meeting, coach Di confronts Seamus with some brutal feedback.

We unpack the cost of silence in leadership, why personal brand is your business insurance policy, and the real reasons so many founders burn out. Whether you're an accidental entrepreneur or an intentional one, this episode will hit home.

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This week o we’re re-releasing one of our favourite episodes with Sir Wayne Smith.

Smithy is one of the most respected and accomplished figures in New Zealand Rugby history – an absolute legend of the game.

He was a 17-cap All Black who went on to win three World Cups - two as All Blacks assistant coach, and one with the Black Ferns.

He’s also been the All Blacks coach, won four Super Rugby titles as a coach, two with the Crusaders and two with the Chiefs.

In this episode we talk about the differences between coaching men and women, what rule changes he’d like to see in the game, why he was sacked as All Blacks coach and the hardest moments of his career in 2007, his fairy tale ride with the Black Ferns, where his resilience comes from and much, much more.

There’s a reason Wayne is considered one of world rugby’s greatest thinkers, and this was a fascinating insight into how his brain works. It was a real honour getting to share so much of his time, and it’s easy to see why his players are all so connected to him as a person and a coach.

This episode was recorded in October 2023.

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On this week’s Hambassadors, we unpack Seamus' controversial sick day, Steven’s scooter dash to Ignite 25, and why he still doesn’t understand how sound works.

We also get into the viral 1 gorilla vs 100 Kiwis meme, a kids’ football blowout that sparked an ethics debate, and behind the scenes of our Reflections webinar and business journey.

Plus: a car giveaway prank gone wrong, political backlash from our Philip Mills episode, and so much more!

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