The Sick As Podcast
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The Sick As Podcast episodes

  • Controlling Negative Emotions

    In today's episode the boys go deep. They talk about how negative emotions have been getting them down. It was a great reflection to be reminded that we all have feelings, we should explore these feelings a lot more and not be ashamed to feel these feelings.
    Enjoy and stay safe 

    47 min
  • #21 Oli Chignell - Running Towards the Olympics

    In today's episode, Troy sits down with running fanatic Oli Chignell. They discuss his hopes for the future in the Olympics, overcoming injury and getting back on the path. He also provides a reminder to remember to have a social life and find a balance to make life worthwhile. An extremely enjoyable chat.
    Enjoy

    49 min
  • How To Apologise

    In today's episode, the boys discuss how important reflecting on the act of apologising is. We talk about the Apology languages, why we are serial apologisers and how to make our apologies better.
    A great reflection and a great listen.
    Enjoy

    43 min
  • Avoiding Distractions and Paying Attention

    In today's episode, the boys discuss why we become distracted and why we find it hard, at times, to be attentive. They discuss their one day experiment where they decided to go phone free. Interestingly, the boys have found that distractions and the ability to pay attention is a much nuanced problem than simply blaming the phone.
    Enjoy

    41 min
  • #19 Steven Booth - Tough Mindsets and Jiu Jitsu

    In today's episode Troy has a sit down with the mentally tough Steven Booth. Steven is a successful Jiu Jitsu practitioner and teacher; he co-owns Apex Gym and is working towards being the best practitioner he can be. In the episode we discuss building resilience, strength and conditioning for combat sports and the importance of getting active.
    Enjoy

    55 min
  • The Social Dilemma

    In today's episode the boys discuss the new Netflix doco 'The Social Dilemma'. They take a deeper dive into the problems that being on social media can cause and the issues with unconsciously consuming so much media. From an ethical perspective, the discussion highlighted a few areas that may have been new talking points for people. Definitely worth the watch and listen.
    Enjoy

    43 min
  • #18 Sebastian Potgieter - Understanding History and the Springbok Tour

    In today's episode, Troy sits down with Sebastian (Bas) Potgieter. Bas has recently submitted his PhD in Sport and Exercise Science (History). He is orignially from South Africa and the discussion today highlights the tumultuous period of Apartheid South Africa and New Zealand's involvement with South Africa through the Springbok tour. Bas Displays a level of critical thinking that is necessary when navigating our information age.
    Enjoy

    54 min
  • Creating Successful Social Environments

    In today's episode, the boys have a good catchup about their feelings and how their environments have impacted them. They realised that each environment they have been within has helped to socialise them and contribute memories and skills over life. The impact of social connections and networks have a much bigger impact than once believed, being aware of who you surround yourself with is just as important and wanting people to surround you.
    Enjoy

    43 min
  • #17 Zoe Cotter - Discovering a Journey into Māori Health

    In today's interview, Troy sits down with Zoe Cotter. Zoe is a registered nurse and is now studying towards becoming a medical practitioner. Her passion is in Māori health which became more evident as she spent time back with her father in Gisborne. So many stories were shared today and Zoe has a much greater appreciation for life because of these stories.
    Enjoy

    54 min

About The Sick As Podcast

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Just a kid with a PhD who is navigating life and reflecting while doing so.