The Mile Extra

🌊 Charles Gibson has spent much of his life working with young people — first as a teacher and school principal, and now through Surfing for Life in Taranaki.

In this episode, we discuss why young people need to learn how to fail, the impact phones are having on social skills, resilience, confidence, mental health, breathing, money, travel, goal setting and why sometimes you just need to get out there and do the thing.

Charles also shares how Surfing for Life uses surfing, relationships and practical life skills to help young people build confidence, resilience and better engagement with school.

We also talk about his own journey through education, the importance of getting around good people, learning from failure, and why some of life’s most valuable lessons come from doing hard things.

A big thank you to Charles for sharing his experience and the work he’s doing with young people.

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🔥 Louise Watson’s transformation began in a bathtub, when she decided she could either take control of her health—or get a bigger bath.

After losing 40 kilograms and completely changing her physical and mental health, Louise became a personal trainer and built BOSSLADY—a fitness business focused on helping women develop confidence, strength and sustainable habits.

In this episode, we discuss Louise’s turning point, her weight-loss journey, becoming the boss of your health, practical lessons around training and nutrition, growing an online fitness business, learning from financial mistakes and setting goals big enough to scare you.

A big thank you to Louise for sharing her knowledge and story so openly.

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Shenae Barker is a New Zealand endurance athlete whose journey has been shaped by resilience, discipline and an extraordinary willingness to keep pushing beyond her limits.

In this episode, we discuss her introduction to triathlon, the mental strength required to compete, women’s health in endurance sport, pregnancy loss, overcoming setbacks and why hard work so often beats talent.

A big thank you to Shenae for sharing her story so openly, and to her sponsors Merida Bikes NZ and Solushin for supporting her journey.

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Building New Zealand’s biggest podcast the hard way, one episode at a time.

Success isn't about having all the answers—it's about staying true to yourself while continuing to grow.

In Episode #3 of The Mile Extra, I sit down with Amit Sharma to discuss resilience, business, leadership, mindset, happiness, and why success means nothing if you lose yourself along the way.

In this conversation, we explore:
• Why success without purpose can leave you feeling empty.
• The lessons that come from overcoming life's toughest challenges.
• Building businesses while staying grounded in your values.
• Finding balance between ambition, family and happiness.
• Practical ways to live a more meaningful and intentional life.

Whether you're building a business, growing your career, or simply trying to become a better version of yourself, this conversation is packed with practical lessons you can apply immediately.

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Success isn't about having all the answers—it's about taking action, learning, and continuing to grow.

In Episode #2 of The Mile Extra, I sit down with Camille Countryman to discuss resilience, sales, mindset, cold calling, real estate, happiness, and why progress comes from starting before you're ready.

In this conversation we explore:

• Why "failing forward" is one of the fastest ways to grow.
• The mindset behind successful cold calling.
• How Arizto challenged the traditional real estate model.
• The importance of lifelong learning and staying curious.
• Finding happiness in the simple things, not just financial success.

Whether you're building a business, growing your career, or simply trying to become a better version of yourself, this conversation is packed with practical lessons you can apply immediately.

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Building wealth isn't about getting lucky—it's about making smart decisions consistently over time.

In Episode #1 of The Mile Extra, I sit down with Andre October to discuss property investing, mortgages, financial freedom, delayed gratification, discipline, and the habits that create long-term wealth.

In this conversation, we explore:

• Why property remains one of the most powerful wealth-building tools.

• The importance of delayed gratification and long-term thinking.

• Common mistakes property investors make.

• How finance and mortgage strategy can accelerate wealth creation.

• Building financial freedom through consistent action, not shortcuts.

Whether you're buying your first property, growing an investment portfolio, or simply wanting to improve your financial future, this conversation is packed with practical lessons you can apply immediately.

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