Tall Poppy Talk

Tall Poppy Talk

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Tall Poppy Talk episodes

  • [31] Kerry Hill | Speed & Agility trainer NZ Rugby Sevens, NZ athletics, & more
    Kerry is a speed & agility trainer, the head of speed & agility for the Waikato University Adams Centre for High Performance, a head coach, the technical lead on the national relay system where he utilizes his prime minister’s scholarship studies, and also serves as an advisory-consultant with the Rod Dixon kiD’s Marathon Foundation. Having competed in the Commonwealth Games in 1974, Kerry certainly understands the athletes experience. With prior roles as national coordinator relays & sprints with Athletics NZ, in education, talent ID, athlete development, or performance improvement targeting sprints + agility - Kerry Hill has an incredible career + knowledge that he shares during this wonderful conversation. He has also worked ALL OVER the world and truly sharpened his knowledge on the universal experience that is high performance sport. Listen to the full interview on Spotify, iHeart Radio, or Apple Podcasts. #speed #agility #trainer #coach #tallpoppy #athletics #rugby #sevens #waikato #waikatouni #highperformance #sportsscience #kiwi #podcast #commonwealth #champion #mentalhealthmatters #aotearoa #newzealand #mentalhealthawareness
    47 min
  • [30] Ellesse Andrews | Olympic medalist, Commonwealth triple gold champion, NZ racing Cyclist

    Ellesse Andrews is an Olympic medalist, a commonwealth triple gold medal champion, New Zealand racing cyclist with a remarkable career and even more inspiring personality. Ellesse earned a silver medal in the women’s keirin cycling at the Tokyo 2020 games, and captivated NZ Aotearoa with her display of pride for her country, her team, and herself. Last year she became a four-time Commonwealth Games medal winner. In 2023, amongst plenty of racing and training she was also recognized as a finalist for Sports Women of the Year at the Halberg Foundation Awards. She is a teammate, a role model, a daughter, and a friend to many. This was so much fun, she is an absolute wonder. I learned a lot also about the elite cycling space, with Ellesse explaining the differences between individual pursuits, keirin, sprint & endurance and more! Listen to the full interview on Spotify, iHeart Radio, or Apple Podcasts. #cycling #olympics #olympicmedalist #olympian #tallpoppy #keirin #individualpursuit #kiwi #podcast #commonwealth #champion #mentalhealthmatters #aotearoa #newzealand #mentalhealthawareness

    37 min
  • [29] Jay Geldard | E Tū Tāngata CEO, culture shifter
    Jay Geldard has dedicated his life to helping rangatahi thrive and getting hands-on in his community. From his first role as a 24 – 7 youth worker, then as the national director of 24-7, to his role now as founder & CEO/director of E Tū Tāngata – a movement. He has been fighting Tall Poppy Syndrome for many years, trying to shift the way kiwis see themselves and others – in an effort to reduce suicide rates and see people be all they can be. E Tū Tāngata, means Stand Together, it means You Have Value, We Succeed Together, and that Others Matter. The message Jay and his team have is urgent, and everyday serves as an opportunity to connect with our community to support those struggling. We need each other. We talk about some triggering topics such as mental illness and suicide; please utilize the resources linked in this episode’s description or reach out directly if you need support. [New Zealand Aotearoa] Need to talk? Free call or text 1737 any time for support from a trained counsellor. Lifeline – 0800 543 354 (0800 LIFELINE) or free text 4357 (HELP). Youthline – 0800 376 633, free text 234 or email [email protected] or online chat. [United States] National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline 988 Listen to the full interview on Spotify, iHeart Radio, or Apple Podcasts. #etūtāngata #mentalhealth #youth #tallpoppy #standtogether #community #kiwi #podcast #prevention #mentalhealthmatters #aotearoa #newzealand #mentalhealthawareness
    55 min
  • [28] Grace Prendergast MNZM | Olympic GOLD & Silver Medalist, World CHAMP, Rowing icon
    Grace is an Olympic & world rowing champion, and a masters graduate of the University of Cambridge London UK. With many titles to her name, including 5 x world champion, 15 National premier titles, 2 x world best times, & of course becoming both a gold & silver Olympic medalist at the Tokyo Games. She has created iconic moments alongside remarkable teammates, and certainly has made her country proud numerous times – recognized in 2022 when receiving the honor of being appointed as a Member of the New Zealand Order of Merit, for services to rowing. During this chat we talk about those memorable moments including nerves & performance pressure, about the privielge of racing (especially when covid risked taking it away), having high standards, and what shes up to next! Grace has always been so generous with her time and willing to lift those up around her. An absolute joy to share this chat with the world - welcome Grace Prendergast to Tall Poppy Talk! Listen to the full interview on Spotify, iHeart Radio, or Apple Podcasts. #rowing #highperformance #elite #tallpoppy #sport #rower #olympics #olympian #goldmedalist #kiwi #podcast #worldchampion #london #universityofcambridge #mentalhealth #aotearoa #newzealand #performance #tokyo2020 #mentalhealthawareness
    42 min
  • [27] Kim Crossman | actress, ambassador, Pretty Depressed podcast
    Actress, producer, writer; the term triple threat is too limited when describing Kimberley (Kim) Crossman’s skillset. As she is also a comedian, presenter, content creator, MC, host of the podcast Pretty Depressed, a world vision and SPCA ambassador, beekeeper, and a student of marine biology. While she may have initially captivated NZ from her series regular TV role, Kim Crossman became a household with her enthusiastic presence across all media mediums in New Zealand – as seen, read & heard across television, radio, and more. During this episode we dive into her experiences in the entertainment industry and the highs + lows of having a career full of unknown opportunities, her clinical depression diagnosis, the role of family, and how she responds to external opinions. Kim is a kind and authentic person who is unbelievably transparent, especially about how tough she is on herself. With a dual life based in both LA and NZ, & while wearing many different hats, I am insanely excited to welcome Kim Crossman to Tall Poppy Talk!! Listen to the full interview on Spotify, iHeart Radio, or Apple Podcasts. #actress #writer #producer #prettydepressed #podcast #america #la #author #mentalhealth #aotearoa #newzealand #marinebiology #beekeeper #advocate #tallpoppy #ambassador #depression #mentalhealthawareness
    57 min
  • [26] Zane Winslade | Mental Performance Coach
    "Worries are going to come up in life, but just being able to ask the question 'is this a worry thats helpful? is it bringing me to what's important?'" - Zane Winslade, Owner of mental skills and pressure training company Flowsport.Zane Winslade is a Mental Performance Coach with a wicked mix of experience as the professional rugby player, teaching, studying, and as a mental skills coach for athletes from youth to elite level. Zane has published many articles and a hands-on tool book called the Mental Toughness Journal. His knowledge of sports psychology has been developed and strengthened from both formal studies and hands-on engagement whether it was in his playing years over in the UK, Romania and Portugal, or during his endless hours spent directly with others as a teacher and coach. Performance anxiety is not exclusive to sports - during this korero we dive into his personal experiences with anxiety, how youth in sport aren't always guaranteed to reap benefits unless the environment fosters positivity, and why kiwis value humility so highly.Listen to the full interview on Spotify, iHeart Radio, or Apple Podcasts.#mentalskills #mentalperformance #mental #author #rugby #aotearoa #newzealand #coach #sport #youth #elite #athletes #advocate #tallpoppy #sportpyschology #sportspysch #sport
    42 min
  • [25] Alice Soper | Women's Rugby, Writer, Advocate
    "Women's sport is a protest. No one ever turned around and was like 'oh you're allowed to play now,' that was always a fight. People did it themselves." Alice Soper is a writer, a former rugby player and a life-long advocate for the game. During this interview we dive into the landscape and evolution of women's rugby, discuss the impact of good leadership, how we can strengthen one another, and, why she "rants." Alice regularly writes for the Lockerroom and NZ Herald, and has been interviewed for the New York Times, Radio NZ & more. This was an epic, passionate korero with lots of educational moments.Listen to the full interview on Spotify, iHeart Radio, or Apple Podcasts.#rugby #womenssport #womensrugby #writer #commentator #aotearoa #newzealand #lockerroom #worldcup #elite #athletes #advocate #tallpoppy #blackferns #protest #women #sport
    1 hr
  • [24] Martin Toomey | Chef de Mission Winter Olympics NZ, Director of High Performance NZ
    “I think for me, high performance is around the pursuit of excellence… it’s trying to be the very best version of yourself” – Martin Toomey, Chief Executive of Winter Games NZ, director of High Performance NZ, Chef de Mission for NZ team 2022/2026 winter Olympic games & 30+ years in high performance sport. Martin works alongside elite high-performers every day, he knows better than most about the contributing elements necessary to foster an environment of excellence. From his years working with the All Blacks NZ Rugby Union, to his current role with the Winter Olympics + snow sports, he has learnt plenty about what helps make people perform their best. We dive into the rising disciplines of winter sports, building relationships through sport, social media and the skills of younger athletes; & how he approaches major events + performance ‘nerves’ from the leadership position. This was such a wholesome, inspiring chat about how you can pursue your passions and make a path for yourself. Martin helps us recognize the person that makes up an ‘athlete.’ Note that Martin focuses on an individual’s internal measurement of success, rather than simply comparing themselves to others. His words will resonate with all, and hopefully really hit home with athletes. Listen to the full interview on Spotify, iHeart Radio, or Apple Podcasts. #highperformance #newzealand #winterolympics #snowsports #elite #athletes #olympics #tallpoppy #allblacks
    40 min
  • [23] Mark Beal | Gen Z Expert, Professor, Author
    Mark Beal is a marketer, professor, author, keynote speaker, and is considered one of the leading experts on Generation Z (Gen Z) – authoring books, columns for major media outlets, delivering key notes at Fortune 100 corporations, nonprofits, associations and more. Today we dive into the role of Gen Z in society + work environments, how different generations work together and what each has to offer. We ask questions about the generations to come. Mark has worked with some of the world’s leading consumer brands supporting their sponsorship of major sports, entertainment and lifestyle platforms - so he sheds some light on those experiences too. A fun one, with lots of interesting things to learn! Welcome Mark, to Tall Poppy Talk! Listen to the full interview on Spotify, iHeart Radio, or Apple Podcasts. #markbeal #genz #ZEO #professor #rutgers #author #america #generation #tallpoppy #tallpoppysyndrome #mentalhealth #aotearoa #content #mentalhealthawareness #podcast #reels #marketing #publicrelations #generationz #work #speaker #host #pr
    51 min
  • [22] Jay Reeve | Radio - The Rock drive show, Pals co-owner, Dad, MTV, Harley Davidson ambassador, Influencer

    Jay Reeve is one of NZ's most popular multi-media broadcasters. Perhaps you know him from The Rock drive show with Duncan Heyde, or have enjoyed a social occasion made better with Pals his co-owned business. It could be from any of his many other ventures including MTV VJ'ing to the Fight for Life boxing match in 2022. During our korero, Jay talks about being a father and what his kids teach him. He dives into the importance of having good people surround you, who challenge you to become a better version of yourself. My favourite part is when we break down this idea of instant gratification and that "you have the ability to change at any stage." There are endless highlights from this chat, I found myself re-listenting to many. A real treat to share this Tall Poppy Talk episode with you! Listen to the full interview on Spotify, iHeart Radio, or Apple Podcasts. #jayreeve #therock #rockdriveshow #radio #pals #fightforlife #newzealand #movember #tallpoppy #tallpoppysyndrome #mentalhealth #aotearoa #content #mentalhealthawareness #podcast #reels #harleydavidson #mtv #influencer #surfer #boxer #host #mc

    1 hr 1 min

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Tall Poppy Syndrome, it's a social phenomenon, we all know, but don't often unpack. Kia ora, my name is Grace Lewis and I am on a mission to change the conversation around tall poppy syndrome. By…