ALEX PLEDGER
Alex is officially the tallest podcast guest ever. He is also the guest with the biggest feet…and maybe the biggest heart as well.   
This was the first time we had ever met; I knew very little about Alex but the two hours just flew by. There are lots of lessons in here….the most important one being the importance of early detection for bowel cancer. This episode could literally save lives!
We cover a lot of ground here- the highs of his epic basketball career including 5 NBL titles with the Breakers, the harrowing lows of his bowel cancer journey, the beautiful love story with his wife Bailey and so much more. You guys are gonna love this one.
Thanks so much for my epic sponsors for the support, Generate and Radix.
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Alex Pledger Opens Up - Battle with Bowel Cancer, Basketball Legacy & NZ Breakers Dynasty

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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Eugene Bareman. 
If you google his business “City Kickboxing” the first question that pops up is “Why is city kickboxing so good.” Eugene and his gym have produced so many UFC stars- most notably Israel Adesanya, Dan Hooker and Kaikara France. He has even been recognized as the best MMA coach in the world in 2022.
We talk about his early years and his incredible drive and discipline. What his goals were when he opened his gym.  His interactions with Dana White and his thoughts on the UFC and whether the fighters are paid fairly. The weight of responsibility he feels as a coach of athletes in a sport that can literally be a matter of life and death. Hilarious story about an interaction with Mark Zuckerberg and who would win an MMA fight between Zuck and Elon Musk. And so much more. 
Thanks to my pals at Radix and Generate for making this conversation possible.
Radix is a Waikato based nutrition company with one simple goal- to make you healthier through what you put into your mouth.  Their products are simply world class.  Check out their website to see what they are up to and discover for yourself what the hype is all about::   https://radixnutrition.co.nz/
Generate are award-winning KiwiSaver specialists. If you’ve never got KiwiSaver advice before, you should request a no-obligation chat with one of their advisers. https://www.generatewealth.co.nz/dom A copy of their product disclosure statement is available on their website. The issuer of the scheme is Generate Investment Management Limited and of course past performance does not guarantee future returns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eugene Bareman on Relationship with Israel Adesanya, Fighter Pay in UFC & Meeting Mark Zuckerberg

This conversation with Jay-Jay Feeney, NZ broadcasting royalty, came out one year ago, back when this was still a podcast for runners.  A lot of you may have heard it at the time, but there are a lot of brand new listeners to the podcast who may be hearing this for the first time. 
This was a strange episode...just because of the intensely personal nature of it. 
ICYMI: Jay-Jay and I got married in 2004. We separated about 6 years ago but remain very close. 
Because of this relationship, we know everything about one another and had the ability to touch upon some very serious stuff. Because of that a trigger warning is needed- this podcast episode discusses family violence and sexual abuse, infertility and IVF, depression, and suicide.
If you listen to this and need some professional help in New Zealand, you can call or text 1737 free of charge to talk to a trained counsellor.
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Jay-Jay Feeney -  RE-RELEASE of my most downloaded episode so far

Rosie Overcomer was born and raised in Gloriavale. 
She left 11 years ago at the age of 26 with her husband Elijah and their 3 young children. Since then, they have had three more children and life looks very different to how it did a decade ago- we talk about these adjustments to life outside. Including getting her first haircut, celebrating a birthday for the first time at 28, and the liberating moment she wore jeans for the first time.
I found Rosie's story compelling, and I hope you guys do as well (quick apology for the sound issues towards the end- there were some tradies outside with a water blaster LOL). ****
These conversations would not be possible without the backing of the legends at Generate and Radix.
Generate are award-winning KiwiSaver specialists. If you’ve never got KiwiSaver advice before, visit this link to request a no-obligation chat with one of their advisers:
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A copy of their product disclosure statement is available on their website. The issuer of the scheme is Generate Investment Management Limited and of course past performance does not guarantee future returns.
**** I can genuinely say the podcast would not be where it is right now without Radix Nutrition. These guys reached out to me over 18 months ago to talk about podcast sponsorship at a time when podcast sponsorship was not yet a thing in NZ. And they have been on board ever since. This sort of innovation they have with their marketing is the exact same innovation they apply to their products. The team at Radix HQ in the Waikato do a phenomenal job and every team member, from the top down, want to make YOU healthier through nutrition. If you are yet to see what the hype with Radix is all about, check them out for yourself:
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Rosie Overcomer, Former Gloriavale Member: “They Tried to Run My Husband Over”

Warning! This episode of The Dom Harvey Podcast may be upsetting to some listeners or viewers, it centers around terminal illness and assisted dying. Please listen with caution. This is the Tracy Hickman story.
In March 2019 Tracy, an ultra-marathon runner and accountant, went for a routine mammogram and was hit the devastating news she had an aggressive type of breast cancer.
Tracy and I met at the Boston marathon in 2023 where she was running despite battling cancer. You would not know she was sick unless she told you. Nor would you ever see her without a smile- relentlessly positive would be a perfect way to describe her.
Tracy asked me if we could do this podcast and it was a privilege.
Tracy's story is not just about her battles with cancer or the marathons she's run across all seven continents:  It's a larger story of relationships, love, and legacy. And also, an opportunity to shine a light on assisted dying—a subject she believes deserves more coverage and open conversation.
I’d like to think this episode is a celebration of Tracy Hickman's undeniable fabulousness. Her wit, warmth, and willingness to discuss topics often shroud in silence.
At the very least, I hope this makes all of us appreciate what we have and to make the most of today. Because you never know what tomorrow may bring.
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Dying an Assisted Death - Tracy Hickman on Deciding to Die, Cancer Journey & Message for Others

James “Jimmy” Marshall is a man of many talents, with an unreal work ethic.
After an epic rugby career that included winning a super rugby title with the Hurricanes then captaining Taranaki to an ITM cup title. He has turned to coaching and last year joined the Crusaders coaching crew after being shoulder tapped by Razor Robertson.
Off the field, he has built the incredible “What A Lad” podcast. 
This conversation covers some of the very rich Jimmy Marshall story. Hope you like it.
Shout out to the sponsors of this episode- Radix and Generate.
Radix are one of the most innovative nutrition companies in the world. AND they are doing their global magic from their state-of-the-art factory in the Waikato. If you are yet to see what the hype is all about, you should try them out.  https://radixnutrition.co.nz/
Also a massive thanks to the Generate KiwiSaver Scheme. They have a team of advisers who can come to you, go over your options, and help make sure you’re getting the most out of your kiwisaver investment. If you’ve never got KiwiSaver advice before, request a meeting with a Generate adviser: generatekiwisaver.co.nz/dom/ A copy of their product disclosure statement is available on their website. The issuer of the scheme is Generate Investment Management Limited and of course past performance does not guarantee future returns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alex Pledger Opens Up - Battle with Bowel Cancer, Basketball Legacy & NZ Breakers Dynasty

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