While he competed for 14 years at the highest level in his sport, the story of Julian Dean is not widely known in New Zealand. He tells Staf about riding with Lance Armstrong, getting shot during the Tour de France and shares more stories from his time in the saddle.

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Despite never hitting a ball, Steve Williams is regarded as one of the most influential figures in New Zealand golf, thanks to his time on the bag for greats such as Greg Norman, Adam Scott and of course Tiger Woods. He tells Staf about his career on the course, how he got to caddy for the greatest golfer in the world and what he's up to now.

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One of the most polarising figures in New Zealand rugby, everyone seems to have an opinion on Justin Marshall. Both as an over-competitive halfback, playing 81 tests, and as an expert commentator on Sky. He talks to Staf about his childhood in Southland, his illustrious career on the field and his new career behind the mic.

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With over 300 tests to his name, Grant Nisbett has been the voice of the All Blacks for more than a generation. He shares stories from his long and varied career in broadcasting, a career that started back in 1968.

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Paige Hareb is one of New Zealand's most distinguished surfers. She was the first Kiwi to crack the women's World Tour and has experienced all the highs and lows of life on the circuit. She chats to Staf about her career and her comeback from her latest devastating injury.

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Throughout a long career in international cricket and broadcasting, Ian Smith's been involved in more than his fair share of memorable moments. He shares stories with Staf including memories from the '81 underarm incident, the 1992 World Cup and dealing with Kerry Packer.

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Mark Sorenson is New Zealand's greatest softballer and one of the country's most accomplished sports people. He chats to Staf about his life in softball from being a six year old bat boy for New Zealand in Lower Hutt to winning world titles, playing in the US and his big opportunity in MLB.

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When the story of Stephen Donald is told, it tends to revolve around Hong Kong, white-baiting and THAT kick in the World Cup. In this episode, he tells Staf about what happened before that point and what it was like growing up dreaming of playing just one game for Counties.

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The story of BMX World Champion Sarah Walker is one of perseverance and overcoming adversity. She opens up to Staf about overcoming injuries, facing her fears and putting BMX racing on the map.

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Mark Stafford sits down with some of New Zealand's most prolific and successful sports personalities to find out what makesthem tick.

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