The Unpro Pro Rugby Show

Matt Dun is a Professor of kids cancer research & NHMRC investigator EL1 at University of Newcastle, Australia. With the devastating news that Josie, his daughter was diagnosed with an incurable form of cancer DIPG. Matt has made it his life mission to working and researching towards finding a cure for DIPG and helping many other families who are unfortunately diagnosed with it. 
Matt also enrolled in the Navy at 17 where he went on to finish school and later on enrol into Newcastle Uni. Rugby being his other passion where he to this day helps coach the Seahorses in first grade. Great human being and absolutely loved the chat.

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Whats doin, some things that have crossed our eyes over the past couple of weeks. A kid had his dj decks seized after he was caught hosting raves in his schools bathrooms. Something you've done in your past that makes you cringe now. Great weather for cup a soups and more.

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What's Doin, this week a few things came across our eyes/phones:
Student / Teacher fights or violence. A video went viral of a student/teacher physical altercation here in Newcastle, Aus.
A mafia hitman was found living his best life as a pizza chef.
A 19 year old boy married a 76 year old billionaire women.
Best spew/vomit stories.
Massive applause to all women who have gone through childbirth, holy shit.

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These segments of the podcast I sit down with the wife and talk about things that have come across our eyes the past few weeks.
The flu is worse for men than it is for women, therefore the Man Flu is actually a thing!
We are almost 37 weeks pregnant with mini me #2 so might be slow on the episodes and lastly, what is a deal breaker or something that the opposite sex does that pisses you off.

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Kina is a scaffolder by trade but an entrepreneur by heart. Owner/founder of 88custom, 88cuts and 88training. A print and tshirt design business, a barbershop and personal training respectively. 
Through a life of crime, violence, bullying, drugs and drinking Kina has come out the otherside full of passion, self awareness and a no quit attitude. 
He now lives a life of purpose and gratitude with everything he has going on. Inspirational story!

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Carl is a good friend with a very similar story, his rugby journey has landed him in beautiful Newy and he couldn't be happier. (go check out his earlier episode to listen in)
This episode we spoke about Social media and what impact it's having on us and our kids. Training, staying fit , looking after yourself and others. Doing good for your community and what starting the Newcastle Pasifika rugby team means to Carl and the wider Newcastle pasifika community.

A massive day out this February 25th at St Johns oval in Charlestown. 3 rugby games are being played, live dj, food, drinks, kids rugby clinic, kids play area and so much more. ALL WELCOME!!

Owners of Strength Republic, a 24h access gym in Newcastle. Adversity, hardship, imposter syndrome, jealousy, strength through competition, don't stop training, longevity, being a role model for your kids, importance of sport in your/kids life and so much more. Absolutely loved this chat and I'm sure you will too.

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First "WHATS DOIN?" for the year. Alot has crossed our eyes/phones the past few weeks so here it goes:
George Pell is dead - Can we start our own religion?
What is something you do that is wrong and you're okay with it but if someone else does it you're pissed off?
Fake scenarios you play over in your head before you go to sleep.
Man with WW1 explosive lodged in his ass sparks bomb scare
6 year old kid pulls gun out in class and shoots school teacher
and many MORE.

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Dillyn is a professional rugby player currently playing for La Rochelle in the Top14 in France. He has also played for the Springboks, Stormers, Western Force, Western Province, UCT Ikeys and graduated from one of the top rugby schools in South Africa, Bishops. 
He grew up in Strand, a very rich rugby town in Western Cape, Cape Town and never thought he would one day be sitting where he is now doing what he loves. Great chat with a great man who absolutely loves his footy.

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Tyson Lantry, A.K.A The Golden Boy is an Australian Pro Boxer in the Lightweight division. He is also a coach and trainer at Team Lantry Boxing based in Kurri Kurri. Tyson is really passionate and knowledgeable of the sport of boxing and it was great hearing about it all.  Always super interesting hearing how and why someone decides to compete in such a brutal sport. 

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