Podcasts about barkers

Wir knöpfen uns den Mann vor, der laut Produzent Horst Wendlandt „deutscher aussah als die deutschesten Deutschen“. Als Old Shatterhand wurde Lex Barker als größter Filmstar zur moralischen Resozialisierungshilfe für eine Nation, die ihren Kompass im Krieg verloren hatte. Doch hinter dem Zahnpastalächeln steckte eine tragische Figur: Er blieb trotz seiner Erfolge, u.a. mit Tarzan, ein emotionaler Suchender und erlitt mehrere Schicksalsschläge. Neben seinem Leben klären wir zudem endlich die Frage, ob er tatsächlich mit Pierre Brice befreundet war.Am 5. Juli widmen wir uns dem "Winnetou der DDR" in der Filmbesprechung zu "Die Söhne der großen Bärin".➡️ Fragen, Kritik oder Anmerkungen? kontakt@karlmaypodcast.de➡️ Dein Beitrag für unseren Karl-May-Podcast: paypal.me/untergeiernpodcast➡️ YouTube abonnieren: https://www.youtube.com/@karlmaypodcast➡️ Abos und Bewertungen helfen uns, das Karl-May-Erbe lebendig zu halten.--00:00 - Das Geheimnis um den Silbergürtel01:13 - Intro & Begrüßung zur Barker-Folge02:04 - Community-Feedback & Kroatien-Reise03:27 - Warum Lachen im Podcast wichtig ist04:16 - Support: Bücher & Filme für das Team05:27 - Das Ziel: Lex Barkers Innenleben06:03 - Die Typen-Falle: Tarzan & Shatterhand07:30 - Herkunft, Adel und der strenge Vater09:15 - Sport, Studium und Weg zum Theater10:26 - Kriegsdienst: Flucht aus dem Elternhaus11:57 - Jüngster Major & schwere Verwundung15:28 - Erste Theatererfolge & ernste Mimik17:18 - Identitätssuche und Aufbruch nach Hollywood19:11 - Neuer Tarzan: Barker folgt auf Weißmüller21:36 - Kindheitserinnerungen an Abenteuerfilme22:32 - Ehe mit Lana Turner im Rampenlicht24:29 - Hollywood-Alltag & ein Beziehungsdrama26:03 - Set-Drama um Lana Turner26:52 - Die Schattenseiten des Ruhms27:27 - Film-Highlight: „Der Wildtöter“28:51 - Vorläufer von Winnetou30:14 - Barkers Rolle als moralischer Held31:11 - Entdeckung als Old Shatterhand31:34 - Das Geheimnis des Silbergürtels33:12 - Barkers Wechsel nach Italien34:56 - „Dolce Vita“ & Piratenfilme37:11 - Kostüme und körperliche Action39:24 - Exkurs: Musik zu „Fluch der Karibik“42:29 - Atze Brauner & Charakterrollen43:38 - „Im Stahlnetz des Dr. Mabuse“44:13 - Regisseur Harald Reinl45:05 - Die große Liebe & ein tragischer Verlust46:01 - Verlust & Suche nach Halt47:54 - Das Understatement des Helden49:16 - Die Suche nach Shatterhand50:26 - Überzeugung & Karl-May-Gage51:52 - Barkers solider Schauspielstil54:04 - Vergleich mit John Wayne55:02 - Weitere CCC-Filme56:30 - Größter Star Europas57:39 - Leben auf der Yacht59:48 - Verhältnis zu Pierre Brice1:02:53 - Das Ende der Karl-May-Welle1:03:56 - Biografie von Atze Brauner1:06:40 - Wandel des Zeitgeists1:08:40 - Rückkehr nach Amerika1:09:21 - Kino-Boom der 70er Jahre1:13:44 - Rückzug, Hobbys & späte Jahre1:14:30 - Der plötzliche Herztod in New York (1973)1:14:56 - Tragische Identifizierung im Krankenhaus1:15:44 - Letzter Film: „Wenn du bei mir bist“ (1970)1:17:07 - Spanien-Projekt: Die Rolle des gebrochenen Mannes1:18:39 - Das Peter-Pan-Syndrom und die Einsamkeit1:20:55 - Barker vs. Brice: Zwei Wege nach Karl May1:23:41 - Film-Tipp: „Die Küste der Piraten“1:25:02 - Fazit zur Persönlichkeit von Lex Barker1:25:46 - Dank an die treue Community & Hörer-Feedback1:27:20 - Ausblick auf Juli: „Die Söhne der großen Bären“1:28:45 - Buchtipps & Materialaufruf an die Hörer1:29:25 - Karl May of the Month: Die Community1:30:18 - Andalusien-Reise: Auf den Spuren der Italowestern1:31:41 - Abenteuer-Anekdote: Unter freiem Himmel in Spanien1:32:14 - Verabschiedung & Vorschau auf die Juli-Folge

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! PART TWOThe Ma Barker House stands as one of America's darkest historic landmarks. Born out of the blood and chaos of the Depression and Prohibition era, the home is tied forever to the infamous Barker family—criminals who left a trail of fear, violence, and trauma across the country.The Barkers weren't petty thieves. They were a notorious gang responsible for bank robberies, kidnappings, and brutal crimes that shook law enforcement to its core. Their reign of terror spread across state lines, creating a criminal empire that refused to be stopped—until the FBI closed in.What happened next was nothing short of carnage. The Barker gang's final stand inside the quiet lakeside home in Florida turned into the largest FBI shootout in American history, a bloody standoff that remains unrivaled to this day. Bullets tore through the house, ending lives and cementing the Ma Barker home as both a crime scene and a legend.But the story doesn't end with the gunfire. Many believe the spirits of the Barkers never left. Visitors and paranormal investigators alike report strange activity—unexplained voices, ghostly apparitions, and the feeling that the infamous family still resides inside their old home.So what exactly happened within those walls? What is the true story of the Ma Barker House, and why do so many believe it remains haunted today?In this chilling conversation, we speak with Kristy Summer of SoulSistersParanormal.com to uncover the dark history, the shootout that shocked the nation, and the paranormal mysteries that still linger nearly a century later.#TrueGhostStory #Unexplained Voices #MaBarkerHouse #Hauntings #HauntedHouse #BarkerGang #ParanormalActivity #HauntedHistory #CrimeAndHaunting #TheGraveTalks #Apparitions #ParanormalInvestigationsLove real ghost stories? Want even more?Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access:

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE!The Ma Barker House stands as one of America's darkest historic landmarks. Born out of the blood and chaos of the Depression and Prohibition era, the home is tied forever to the infamous Barker family—criminals who left a trail of fear, violence, and trauma across the country.The Barkers weren't petty thieves. They were a notorious gang responsible for bank robberies, kidnappings, and brutal crimes that shook law enforcement to its core. Their reign of terror spread across state lines, creating a criminal empire that refused to be stopped—until the FBI closed in.What happened next was nothing short of carnage. The Barker gang's final stand inside the quiet lakeside home in Florida turned into the largest FBI shootout in American history, a bloody standoff that remains unrivaled to this day. Bullets tore through the house, ending lives and cementing the Ma Barker home as both a crime scene and a legend.But the story doesn't end with the gunfire. Many believe the spirits of the Barkers never left. Visitors and paranormal investigators alike report strange activity—unexplained voices, ghostly apparitions, and the feeling that the infamous family still resides inside their old home.So what exactly happened within those walls? What is the true story of the Ma Barker House, and why do so many believe it remains haunted today?In this chilling conversation, we speak with Kristy Summer of SoulSistersParanormal.com to uncover the dark history, the shootout that shocked the nation, and the paranormal mysteries that still linger nearly a century later.#TrueGhostStory #Unexplained Voices #MaBarkerHouse #Hauntings #HauntedHouse #BarkerGang #ParanormalActivity #HauntedHistory #CrimeAndHaunting #TheGraveTalks #Apparitions #ParanormalInvestigationsLove real ghost stories? Want even more?Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access:

Vi lovede at være mere positive i dagens afsnit, og vi har gjort vores aller bedste. I dagens afsnit af CelebKebab taler vi om daglige rutiner, helt specifikt er vi optagede af, hvad nepo babyernes final boss, Alabama Barker, kan få en dag til at gå med. Vi taler også om en potentiel kidnapning, og så er vi optaget af det aftermath, som har fulgt Kevin Harts Netflix Roast. Alt dette og meget mere i dagens podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Hambassadors, Steve and Seamus reveal their biggest project yet: a dedicated All Whites fan show heading to Vancouver for the FIFA World Cup.They're going in camp with the team, bringing the families, and building something that hasn't been done before in New Zealand sports media.Also this week: a behind-the-scenes look at the Joseph Parker x Barkers event (with some Chatham House rules intel that stays in the room), gut health is officially on the agenda, and the guys reflect on the overwhelming response to the Nate Alley episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Steven Adams episode has gone global. NBA Twitter picked it up, US news sites started writing stories, and the clip of Steven's journaling practice has racked up millions of views. Steve and Che take you behind the scenes of watching it snowball in real time, from the 3am Instagram collab to waking up to floods of comments and mentions.Plus, we make it official: Between Two Beers is going to the FIFA Football World Cup. Flights are being booked, the gear is coming, and it's happening in six weeks.And before all of that, Seamus had the biggest case of head loss in his 43 years, his wedding ring went missing, sexy cameraman Sam got dragged into it, and somehow the storage cupboard is to blame.Also on this week's show: a preview of our next Lowkey Legend episode with Nate Alley, the Reflections business turns one, a Joseph Parker x Barkers live event, and the TAB pays out $500 to five lucky listeners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stacey Jones has given 27 years to the Warriors - from foundation player to the coaching staff helping build the next generation.In this episode, he opens up on the try that still haunts him from the 2002 NRL grand final, what it meant to be a household name in New Zealand before social media existed, and why he's never left the Wahs.Steve and Seamus are proud to be dressed by Barkers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join screenwriter Stuart Wright as he dives into movies that changed your life with writer, actor and comedian Phil Whelans, in this engaging episode of 3 Films That Have Impacted Everything In Your Adult Life. Explore A Matter Of Life And Death's impact, Raising Arizona analysis, and Blue Velvet's influence on his personal growth and cinema's transformative power on him. Phil Whelans also offers improv acting tips. Movies That Changed Your Life   Find out about how Program Director Phil Whelans and the brilliant programming team of Beeston Film Festival select their films and what we can expect at 2026's edition and the lasting impact of cinema on their lives with Stuart Wright on his movie podcast.   [1:20] Improv acting tips 3 Films That Have Impacted Everything In Your Adult Life A Matter Of Life And Death impact  [5:40] Phil Whelans says A Matter Of Life And Death is a flamboyant film that  transported him to an extraordinary world with immense camp swagger and the highest of high concepts. It includes his favourite movie scene ever; David Niven's character is a defendant in a court case being held in heaven. Raising Arizona analysis [13:30] Phil Whelans says Raising Arizona's DNA is every quirky American indie film that came after it. Blue Velvet Influence   [20:00] Phil Whelans says Blue Velvet is a great example of how David Lynch paints with lights, sounds and actors, getting amazing performances out of everyone.  Key Take Aways:   Discover how movies that changed your life shape personal and professional growth. Learn about how to improve your improv acting skills Understand cinema's transformative power through A Matter Of Life And Death (1946), Raising Arizona (1987), Blue Velvet (1986) About the Guest:   Phil Whelans is a writer, actor and comedian known for writing radio sitcoms My First Planet and The Barkers v The Rest Of The World. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, follow on Spotify or wherever you listen to your podcasts for more movies that impacted your life!  Share your favourite movies that impacted your life on X (@leytonrocks) and leave a 5-star review and tell us which 3 films impacted your adult life. Best ones get read out on the podcast. Credits:   Intro/Outro music: *Rocking The Stew* by Tokyo Dragons (https://www.instagram.com/slomaxster/)  Written, produced, and hosted by Stuart Wright for [Britflicks.com](https://www.britflicks.com/britflicks-podcast/)   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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In April 2020, during lockdown, Dai Henwood received a terminal cancer diagnosis. He kept it hidden. He kept doing stand-up. He kept doing interviews. He kept being Dai Henwood, while privately getting to grips with something nobody in his family had ever faced before.Four and a half years after his first appearance on the show, he sits back down with Steve and Seamus.Dai walks us through 52 rounds of chemo, 8 surgeries, a death ceremony in Japan, a three-part documentary, a book, and the moment he stopped acting like himself and started actually being himself.But this isn't a cancer story. It's a story about what happens when the fear of death is gone, and nothing remains but the joy of living.They talk about what a successful week actually looks like now. Why men need to hug each other more. The hardest thing he's ever done that isn't chemo. Why happiness is a calm emotion and most of us have never actually felt it.Steve and Seamus are proud to be dressed by the legends at Barkers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Behind the scenes of Between Two Beers this week, Steve and Seamus break down the Kieran Read shirt scandal that has gripped our viewers, reflect on driving the former All Blacks captain to his parents' place, and tease what might be their most powerful episode yet.Dai Henwood returns to the show - 52 rounds of chemo, eight surgeries, and a conversation about life, death, and what actually matters.Plus: Steve's soul-searching session with Carl Sheridan, Seamus MCs the All Whites legends dinner before their 4-1 win over Chile, Easter chaos with four kids, and Bowie's Easter Bunny conspiracy letter.Steve and Seamus are proud to be dressed by Barkers, and massive shout out to the legends at Stark for supporting this show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Kieran Read is one of the greatest All Blacks of all time. Two-time World Cup winner, Crusaders legend, and the man who replaced Richie McCaw as captain with 800 tests of combined experience suddenly out the door.But four years on from his first appearance on Between Two Beers, the most interesting chapter of Kieran's story is only just beginning.In this episode we get into the leadership journey from the very start - Rosehill College, the PE teacher who changed everything, displacing Reuben Thorne at the Crusaders, calling the Teabag lineout in the 2011 World Cup final, the Argentina moment where the coaches walked out, what Steve Hansen told him that stung, and why going to Japan felt like dropping 100 kilograms.Plus his $300K lads fund, a whiskey barrel in Reefton, and the Kieran Reed Human Endeavour leadership course.Steve and Seamus are proud to be dressed by the legends at Barkers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Having our former headmaster Susan Hassall on the podcast sent us deep down memory lane.We go deep on NZ tuck shop nostalgia - the Juicies, the pies, the Cookie Time ritual - school discos, balls, prefects, wagging on a scooter, and what made Hamilton Boys' High so special.We also reflect on the response to the Susan Hassall episode, the 300,000 views on the trailer alone, the floods of comments from people whose lives she touched, and her line that stopped people in their tracks: why boys need love most when they're at their most unlovable.Plus we preview two massive upcoming guests - Melie Kerr, newly appointed White Ferns captain, who came in on game day and left us speechless. And Liam Messam - the most capped Chief of all time - whose story of leadership, culture and identity is one of the best conversations we've ever had.Steve and Seamus are proud to be dressed by Barkers, and massive shout out to the legends at Stark for supporting this show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Susan Hassall arrived at Hamilton Boys' High School in 1979 as a 22-year-old English teacher. She stayed for 46 years. In 1999, she became the first woman in New Zealand to be appointed headmaster of a boys' state school — a role she held for exactly 25 years.In this conversation, Susan shares what she's learned about love, leadership, loss, and what it takes to raise good men. We talk about her mantra — "you can pretend to care, but you can't pretend to show up" — the Greek concept of aretē that became the school's cornerstone, why she believes vulnerability is the most important quality in a leader, and what people get wrong about teenage boys.Susan also opens up about working through breast cancer without missing a day, losing her deputy Graeme Robinson to a heart attack in her office, the death of her husband James, and why the years immediately after school are the most critical for young men.Whether you're a parent, a teacher, a coach, or just someone trying to figure out what matters most — this one's for you.⚠️ This episode contains a discussion about suicide. If you or someone you know needs support, please reach out: Need to Talk? Free call or text 1737 (available 24/7) Lifeline: 0800 543 354 or free text HELP to 4357 Suicide Crisis Helpline: 0508 828 865 (0508 TAUTOKO) Youthline: 0800 376 633 or free text 234Steve and Seamus are proud to be dressed by Barkers. Check out their range at barkersonline.co.nz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special episode of Accidental Business Owners, we welcome our first-ever guest to the show: actor, radio host, and entrepreneur Mike Minogue!Two years ago, after appearing on the Between Two Beers podcast, Mike pitched us an idea that seemed too good to refuse: creating a corporate speaking bureau featuring our podcast guests. We launched B2B Speakers, and it was an immediate hit.But today, we are announcing a "conscious uncoupling". In this honest conversation, we pull back the curtain on what happens when a side hustle grows faster than your capacity to manage it. We discuss why we are stepping away, how Mike is taking the reins, and the rebranding of the business to Frank Speakers.In this episode, we cover:The Origin Story: How a late-night drive led Mike to pitch the B2B Speakers concept.The "Too Good" Problem: Why the rapid success of the business actually became its biggest stressor.Burnout & Capacity: Balancing a startup with radio shows, podcasts, and new babies.The Breakup: How to navigate a business exit without ruining a friendship.Frank Speakers: The future of the agency under the Frank Management umbrella.The Power of "Turning Up": Mike's philosophy on consistency and why building trust takes 3–5 years.Steve and Seamus are proud to be dressed by Barkers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tim Brown is best known as the co-founder of Allbirds - the New Zealand-born footwear brand that became a global phenomenon.But before Silicon Valley, before the IPO, and before building one of the world's most recognisable sustainable fashion brands, Tim was an All White, representing New Zealand on the world stage.At just 31 years old, still in his prime, he made a decision that shocked many: he walked away from professional football.In this episode, we explore the mindset behind that choice - and how the lessons from elite sport shaped the foundations of Allbirds.We talk about:Missing his moment at the World CupIdentity, ego, and high-performance environmentsKnowing when to leave the party earlyThe pressure of building a global brandWhat success really feels like on the other sideThis is a conversation about ambition, discipline, perspective, and taking the long view — from the pitch to the boardroom.Steve and Seamus are proud to be dressed by Barkers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Miss USA and OG reality star Shanna Moakler joins When Reality Hits for one of the most unfiltered conversations yet. From the early days of Meet the Barkers with Travis Barker to navigating divorce in the public eye, co-parenting, and her complicated history with the Kardashian family, Shanna opens up about it all. She reflects on being at the center of 2000s Hollywood, addresses long-standing rumors involving Kim Kardashian, and shares what it's really like watching her family reconnect with reality TV in a whole new era. Plus, she talks healing, growth, LA's iconic nightlife days, and the lessons she wishes she knew in her twenties.Please support the show by checking out our sponsors!Leesa: Go to Leesa.com for 25% off PLUS get an extra $50 off with promo code REALITYHITS, exclusive for my listeners.Nutrafol: Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you go to Nutrafol.com and enter the promo code REALITYHITS Tempo: For a limited time, Tempo is offering my listeners 60% off your first box! Go to TempoMeals.com/REALITYHITSJones Road Beauty: Use code Reality at jonesroadbeauty.com to get a Free Shimmer Face Oil with your first purchase! #JonesRoadBeauty #adSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of Hambassadors, we take you behind the scenes of a chaotic fortnight.Steve confesses to messing up the opening line of the Halberg Awards and embarking on the world's longest, most stressful ad-lib in front of a live audience.Seamus (a former goalkeeper) breaks down the "Phoenix Nightmare" - THAT viral own goal by Josh Oluwayemi - and explains why he wanted the ground to swallow him up just watching it.Plus, we cover Steve's obsession with his 94% sleep score, a $42 taxi ride that ruined the night, meeting Chris Wood's dad, and the massive reaction to our episode with Dr. Lucy Hone.Steve and Seamus are proud to be dressed by Barkers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Canterbury preserves company wants to spray wastewater - which contains cleaning chemicals - onto a neighbouring DOC reserve. It's a stark difference to the way the company deals with wastewater at its French plant. The Barkers jam maker is already in trouble with its neighbours over stinky wastewater ponds, and now it wants to dump the waste onto DOC landFind The Detail on Newsroom or RNZ Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details

Brad Thorn is one of the most unique champions New Zealand sport has ever produced.A dual-code legend, Brad achieved what almost no one has - winning NRL premierships, World Cups, Super Rugby titles, and earning the right to wear the All Blacks jersey at the highest level.But behind the trophies is an obsession with discipline, standards, and doing the work that others won't. In this conversation, Brad reflects on the mindset that shaped his career - the moments that hardened him, the sacrifices required to chase the black jersey, and why he believes “champions do extra.”We talk about walking away from millions to start again, the lessons he learned from the toughest environments in sport, and what it really takes to become a master of your craft. An unforgettable episode with one of the greats.Steve and Seamus are proud to be dressed by Barkers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're kicking off 2026 with a big change! Di walks into the studio with a completely shaved head, addressing the "elephant in the room" immediately.But this episode isn't just about the new look - it's about looking forward. Di introduces the "10,000 Days" framework: the idea that at mid-life, we have roughly 10,000 days left to live. The question isn't just what your net worth will be when you're 80, but whether you had a "sh*t ton of fun" getting there.We also get into a heated debate about "parenting scorecards" (do you really need data to know if you're a present dad?).In this episode, we cover:The Big Reveal: Why Di shaved her head and the "interesting assumptions" people make.The 10,000 Days Rule: A framework for reverse-engineering your life from age 80.The "Shit Ton of Fun" Metric: Why financial freedom means nothing if you're miserable achieving it.Steve and Seamus are proud to be dressed by Barkers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode includes discussion of grief, loss, and mental health, which some listeners may find distressing.Dr Lucy Hone is one of the world's leading voices on grief, resilience, and how humans survive life's hardest moments.In this episode, Lucy shares the tools and insights she's developed through her work in resilience psychology - and through personal tragedy, after losing her 12-year-old daughter Abby in a sudden accident.We talk about why grief isn't just about death, but about any unwanted change we're forced to endure, why so many of us struggle with “grief literacy,” and how opening up honest conversations about loss can help people breathe again.This episode is brought to you by TAB. Download the TAB app or visit http://tab.co.nz to get your bet on. R18. Bet responsibly.Steve and Seamus are proud to be dressed by Barkers.If you or someone you know needs support, help is available. In New Zealand, you can call or text 1737 anytime to speak with a trained counsellor. If you are in immediate danger, please call 111. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Hambassadors, things get way too honest. Steve finally confesses to his most embarrassing "new dad" moment involving a big night out and a change table, while Seamus opens up about separation anxiety.Plus, we break down the absolute scenes from the Horgan Cup golf tournament, where Seamus managed to get New Zealand legends like Mark Ellis, Matthew Ridge, Patty Gower, and Ryan Fox to record personal roasting intros for the players.We also go behind the scenes of the powerful Cameron George interview, discuss why Seamus ruined his sensory deprivation float tank experience, and tease this week's incredibly emotional episode with Dr. Lucy Hone.Steve and Seamus are proud to be dressed by Barkers and this episode is brought to you by the TAB. Got a hunch? Download the new app today and get your bet on. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Between Two Beers, we sit down with Cameron George, the CEO of the New Zealand Warriors.Cameron is one of the most influential figures in modern New Zealand sport - and in this conversation, he opens up like never before about the journey that shaped him, and the brutal years that nearly broke the club.We dive deep into the Warriors' extraordinary 1,038-day COVID exile, the personal toll it took on players, staff and families, and how that period ultimately forged the culture and resilience we see in the club today.Cameron reflects on leadership under pressure, the people who carried the organisation through its darkest stretch, and what it takes to build belief inside an NRL club representing an entire country.We also explore his upbringing in rural Australia, his unlikely path through horse racing and governance, his relationship with owner Mark Robinson, and why “people first” has always been at the centre of everything he does.This episode is brought to you by TAB. Download the TAB app or visit Racing & Sports Betting Online in New Zealand | TAB to get your bet on. R18. Bet responsibly.Steve and Seamus are proud to be dressed by Barkers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Te Radar is one of New Zealand's most distinctive storytellers, but his career never followed a plan.From anarchic comedy and improvisation to the runaway success of Off The Radar, this conversation explores how curiosity, chance, and saying “yes” shaped a life in television, documentary-making, and storytelling.In this episode of Between Two Beers, Te Radar reflects on growing up curious, the moments that felt like a dream come true, why everyone has an interesting story, and what he believes truly separates New Zealand from the rest of the world.It's a thoughtful, funny, and a truly Kiwi conversation about serendipity, people, and not realising how lucky we are until we stop and look around.This episode is brought to you by TAB. Download the TAB app or visit tab.co.nz to get your bet on. R18. Bet responsibly.Steve and Seamus are proud to be dressed by Barkers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Between Salem's Lot and Poltergeist Tobe Hooper gave us a reason to fear the carnival.  You never know whats lurking under the attractions of the bizarre.  For our 166th podcast we give the Horror 101 Treatment to The Funhouse.  This movie is heavily steeped in 80s fun...Show Highlights:01:00 Prelude to Terror...03:30  A 50th Birthday Surprise...06:30  Tobe Hooper Films...12:10  The Psycho Halloween Beginning...14:20  Don't go near that Carnival...16:20  God is Watching You!17:50  The Barkers! (Kevin Conway)19:50  The Strippers...20:45  Let's Spend the Night...22:30  Funhouse Attractions...23:50  Witnessing Murder...27:25  Finders Keepers...31:30  Buzz's Misfortune...36:00  Liz Trapped...37:00  Carney Showdown...40:30  Crunch Job...44:30  Scoring the Film...51:15  Conclusion!  Thanks for Listening!

Welcome back to another episode of Hmbassadors!This week, Seamus gives a six-week update on his new life as a dad, Steve reflects on life with four kids and why his memory is officially "cooked" after a few serious petrol station run-ins - plus, the great debate of 2026 continues. Could it be the end of us?We also recap our recent "Re-ignite" studio opening before diving into a massive sports segment.With the Halberg Awards coming up, we look at the nominees for New Zealand's Favourite Sporting Moment and share our own top picks - including Seamus's glory days as the "snake in the grass" at the Ethnic Soccer Festival and Steve's attempt at the Kipchoge challenge.Plus, we answer listener questions from the Fun Bag about the most underrated Between Two Beers episodes and the one question we regret not asking a guest.Steve and Seamus are proud to be dressed by Barkers and this episode is brought to you by the TAB. Got a hunch? Download the new app today and get your bet on.Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

He is the secret weapon behind Chelsea FC, the England Football team, the South African Proteas, and NATO's Command Group. Yet, Owen Eastwood has no coaching qualifications, describes himself as an "imposter," and often refuses to watch the actual games his teams play.In this episode, we sit down with the most in-demand performance coach you've never heard of.We discuss the "mystical" session where he made hardened NATO generals cry, why he stays silent for three months before coaching a new team, and the "ancient code" of belonging that now drives billion-dollar organisations.This episode is brought to you by our proud sponsors TAB. Got a hunch? Get your bet on. Steve and Seamus are proud to be dressed by Barkers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For years, Mike McRoberts was the most recognisable and trusted face on New Zealand television, sitting at the 6pm news desk, delivering the biggest stories in the country. What most people never saw was where that job took him.In this episode of Between Two Beers, Mike opens up about reporting from war zones, covering humanitarian disasters, and what it actually took - mentally and emotionally - to be the face of the news for so long.He reflects on moments that still stay with him years later, including being detained overseas, witnessing the aftermath of devastating earthquakes, and why the job became “a special kind of hell” at times. But this conversation goes deeper than war stories.Mike also speaks candidly about identity, growing up “culturally malnourished,” and how learning te reo Māori later in life forced him to confront parts of himself he'd long ignored. It's an honest discussion about responsibility, belonging, and the personal toll of carrying other people's stories for decades.This episode is brought to you by our proud sponsors TAB. Got a hunch? Get your bet on. Steve and Seamus are proud to be dressed by Barkers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to a brand-new year of Hambassadors! We're kicking off 2026 with some "edgy" fashion choices, high-stakes goals, and a look at the guests we're manifesting for the year ahead.In this episode, Seamus explains why he's bringing back the Eric Cantona-inspired popped collar (and whether he cleared it with Barkers first). Meanwhile, Stephen shares a harrowing New Year's Eve tale from Whangamatā involving cocktails, a beach trolley, and a police breathalyser checkpoint.We also put our 2026 goals to the test by letting AI critique them. Things get personal when the AI roasts Steve's "operationally empty" fatherhood goals and his "content sabotage" betting strategy. Plus, we reveal our 2026 Guest Hitlist, featuring everyone from Jimmy Carr to Hamish & Andy and Graham Norton.Steve and Seamus are proud to be dressed by Barkers and this episode is brought to you by the TAB. Got a hunch? Download the new app today and get your bet on.0:21 – The Popped Collar8:10 – The New Year's Eve Ordeal11:15 – 2026 Goals16:58 – AI Roasts our Goals20:15 – Summer Content34:00 – A Voice Note from Staffy49:00 – Our Top 5 Dream Guests for 202654:50 – Our upcoming ep with Mike McRobertsFeatured in this episode: Check out our private documentary service at reflections.life to record your family stories before it's too late.Subscribe for more behind-the-scenes insights from Between Two Beers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the news, police have identified a man who lost his life in the water in the Barkers area earlier in the month. A man has re-enetered his plea to charge of child pornogrpahy, and we get the latest job numbers from WORC. All that and more in you evening news- 12 January 2026.

Greg Foran has led at a level very few people ever will.From running Walmart US - a business with over a million employees - to serving as CEO of Air New Zealand through some of its most challenging years, Greg has made decisions where the consequences affected millions of people.In this conversation, Greg takes us inside what that responsibility actually feels like. We talk about making calls that wipe billions off company value, leading through crisis and chaos, operating in China when the rulebook doesn't apply, and why losing the top job earlier in his career ended up changing everything.We also dive into his mindset: fear of failure, discipline, curiosity, people-first leadership, and why paying and trusting frontline workers matters more than most executives realise.This is a rare, honest look at leadership when the stakes are real - and when getting it wrong isn't an option.This episode is a re-release of our conversation with Greg Foran from 2025.This episode is brought to you by our proud sponsors TAB, download the new app today and get your bet on! Steve and Seamus are proud to be dressed by Barkers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we're re-releasing a classic episode with All Black legend Ali Williams, initially recorded in 2024.At the time of recording, Ali had recently launched Auckland FC with his wife Anna Mowbray, so we dive deep into his goals and vision for the team (much of which has come to fruition since). We also go into the best stories from across his rugby and All Blacks career, as well as an open conversation about the loss of his father.This episode is brought to you by our proud sponsors TAB - and Steve and Seamus are proud to be dressed by Barkers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're back with another compilation of our favourite moments from the epic year that was 2025.This time, we've canvassed some highlights from our incredible guests across the realms of business, entertainment, and culture, including:Simon BarnettJay ReeveToni StreetGreg ForanBill BaileyGirls Get OffAl BrownJared SavageBrent ImpeyDr. Alia BojilovaGeoff RossWe hope you enjoy the recap and stay tuned for brand new episodes coming soon, happy holidays!This episode is brought to you by our proud sponsors TAB - and Steve and Seamus are proud to be dressed by Barkers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What a year! We've had the privilege of speaking to some of New Zealand's best and brightest sporting stars in 2025, so we're proud to present a compilation of some of our favourite moments from across the year, including:Steve WilliamsRyan FoxDame Noeline TauruaIan FosterMarius van der PolSarah WalkerSean FitzpatrickGilbert EnokaClayton McMillanGordon WalkerWe hope you enjoy the recap, stay tuned for another Best of 2025 episode coming next week too!This episode is brought to you by our proud sponsors TAB - and Steve and Seamus are proud to be dressed by Barkers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the final Hambassadors episode of the year, and Seamus drops a bombshell.After keeping it quiet for nine months, Seamus reveals he's had a baby, sharing what life has been like behind the scenes and how he managed to keep such a massive moment under wraps.The boys also take time to reflect on the year that's been - the highs, the challenges, what they've learned, and how Hambassadors has grown along the way. Most importantly, they say a huge thank you to everyone who's listened, supported, and been part of the journey in 2025.Enjoy, and we'll see you in the new year.

This week we're re-releasing one of our most powerful and memorable episodes of the year - a conversation that many of our new listeners may have missed when it first came out. Dr Alia Bojilova is the former Lead Psychologist of the New Zealand SAS, a United Nations peacekeeper, bestselling author of The Resilience Toolkit, and one of the most remarkable humans we've ever had on the show.In this episode, Alia takes us inside the extraordinary story of the time she was taken hostage by Syrian rebels while serving with the UN, and how she used curiosity, composure and human connection to survive an ordeal with almost no chance of escape. But this conversation goes far beyond the hostage event. We explore her upbringing in post-communist Bulgaria, elite athletic career, the science behind resilience, her relationship with her husband Jamie (an SAS soldier and former BTB guest), motherhood, leadership, identity, and the psychology of navigating adversity.It's an episode that has stayed with listeners long after they finished it - and with so many new followers discovering Between Two Beers, we wanted to bring it back into the spotlight.If you're new to the show, this is one of the most compelling stories we've told. If you heard it the first time, it's well worth revisiting. Enjoy this special re-release with Dr Alia Bojilova.This episode is brought to you by our proud sponsors TAB - and Steve and Seamus are proud to be dressed by Barkers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's our last episode of ABO for 2025! Steve and Di look back on a defining year of podcasting and the lessons that will shape what comes next. From finding flow state and working as an introvert, to protecting creative energy, navigating pressure, and building a sustainable pace.Steve opens up about the personal and professional growth he's experienced through the OMP business course from the Icehouse, how his approach to creative work has shifted, and why the next year is less about doing more and more about doing what matters.We also chat about prioritising wellbeing, avoiding burnout, creating space for creativity, and maintaining purpose.Thank you to everyone who tuned into the show this year, we love what we're building and can't wait to be back in 2026!This episode is brought to you by our proud sponsors TAB - and Steve and Seamus are proud to be dressed by Barkers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Between Two Beers we speak with Carl Sheridan - a low-key legend whose story stopped us in our tracks.Carl is a performance coach, designer, rugby mentor at Te Awamutu College, and a dad from Pirongia who volunteers more than 25 hours a week to help the next generation of young men. He's what we'd call a community hero - someone who shows up, gives back, and genuinely changes the lives around him.But behind all of that is a tough backstory, Carl has battled depression, anxiety, and a decade-long eating disorder, and has since turned that pain into purpose by mentoring young people who need support the most. His mission is simple: inspire more of us to help in our communities — and make service feel within reach, not out of it.In this episode we talk about what it actually means to live a meaningful life, how to rebuild yourself after your darkest years, the importance of local role models, what drives Carl's dedication, and the powerful personal manifesto he shares at the end.A quick note: this episode discusses sensitive mental health topics including bulimia, anxiety, and depression. Take it at your own pace, pause if you need to. If anything comes up for you, text or call 1737 any time, or check the support links in the show notes.This episode is brought to you by our proud sponsors TAB - and Steve and Seamus are proud to be dressed by Barkers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this reflective episode of Hambassadors, Steve and Seamus look back on where they were in 2022 living in different cities, unsure of the future, juggling day jobs - and compare it to where they are now, closing out 2024 with a full-time podcast business, a team, and a clearer sense of purpose.The conversation centres around their first ever coaching experience with Shaun Goldsbury, who helped them start to think seriously about vision, values and what might actually be possible if they backed themselves. A voice note from Shaun brings some of those early ideas back to the surface - and prompts a conversation about how much has changed (and what hasn't) in just three years.There's also a voice note from Luke Kemeys (Keep The Change), sharing his own reflections on growth and how looking back can help shape what comes next.Plus: stories from their BetterMan keynote, Barkers suit fittings, 12 Pubs of Christmas, and a great listener Q&A.This is the second-to-last Hambassadors of the year, with one more to come before the break.Steve and Seamus are proud to be dressed by Barkers and this episode is brought to you by the TAB. Got a hunch? Download the new app today and get your bet on. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Laura McGoldrick lives one of the busiest lives in New Zealand media - juggling motherhood, broadcasting, live sport, travel, and a calendar that barely leaves room to breathe. But behind the glamour, highlights and viral moments, Laura opens up about something most parents know all too well: the constant feeling of Mum Guilt. Laura shares the reality of parenting with Martin Guptill, raising their kids around sport, and the pressure of trying to be everywhere at once.She talks about the moments that have shaped her, the chaos of her job, and the stories she has never shared publicly until now – including a wild Vegas trip, a knockout moment at the Cricket World Cup, and the best advice she ever received from legendary broadcaster Phillip Leishman.This episode is brought to you by the TAB. Got a hunch? Download the new app today and get your bet on. Steve and Seamus are proud to be dressed by Barkers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Seamus and Di Foster sit down for a 1:1, reflecting on the highs, lows and lessons that shaped 2025. From business wins to personal growth, they unpack what actually moved the needle, and whether Seamus hit the goals he boldly set 12 months ago.They also look ahead to 2026: what they want to build, what they want to fix, and how they plan to keep evolving as accidental business owners navigating the messy middle of work and life.If you're building something of your own, this one's full of honesty, reflection and a few surprises.Accidental Business Owners is brought to you by Icehouse and Steve and Seamus are proud to be dressed by Barkers.Between Two Beers is supported by the TAB. Got a hunch? Download the new app today and get your bet on. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It wasn't about the show.   “Indeed, I said to myself, ‘He will surely come out to me, and stand and call on the name of the Lord his God, and wave his hand over the place, and heal the leprosy.'” - 2 Kings 5:11 (NKJV)

Russell Packer has lived one of the wildest arcs in rugby league - from a teenage prop playing men's footy in Levin, to 100+ NRL games, prison, the threat of deportation, an MBA from one of the world's top business schools, and a completely different life after footy.Russell opens up about the parts of his story most people don't see - the demons, the damage, the work, and the daily battle to be better for his partner Lara and their kids.We talk:•⁠ ⁠Discovering Wim Hof, ice baths and chasing healthy extremes•⁠ ⁠Growing up in Foxton, playing men's league at 14 and life lessons from Levin Lions•⁠ ⁠The Sydney assault: what actually happened, the court case and media narrative•⁠ ⁠A year in jail, isolation, anger, acceptance and the moment his daughter broke him•⁠ ⁠Rebuilding his life and career after prison•⁠ ⁠Nearly being deported from Australia and what that meant for his family•⁠ ⁠Studying business, getting into AGSM and graduating with an MBA•⁠ ⁠Moving into business: subdivisions, fencing and learning by failing•⁠ ⁠Curiosity, reading, and a lifelong thirst for knowledge•⁠ ⁠Raising an autistic son and becoming more empathetic and less judgmentalThis episode is brought to you by the TAB. Got a hunch? Download the new app today and get your bet on.Steve and Seamus are proud to be dressed by Barkers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Hambassadors brought to you by Stark, Che lifts the lid on his surprise wedding - a secret ceremony disguised as a casual party. Some guests arrived late, one turned up straight from the golf course, and others missed the memo entirely. No suits. No first dance. Just speeches, chinos, and a whole lot of love.Elsewhere, Steve confesses to flooding a Queenstown hotel room with a poorly timed bath, we break down insights from a $36k leadership course, and uncover Steve's true introverted nature.There's also fashion tips from the Barkers wardrobe upgrade and a voice note from Sharyn Casey that sparked a deeper chat about discipline and identity.Steve and Seamus are proud to be dressed by Barkers and this episode is brought to you by the TAB. Got a hunch? Download the new app today and get your bet on. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We begin on High Street Kensington, where two grand department stores – Barkers and Derry & Toms – stand as gleaming monuments to the Art Deco age. From there, it's off on a journey through one of the most elegant design revolutions of the twentieth century. Art Deco: what it is, where it came from, what to look for. The clean lines, the geometry, the glamour – a “return to order” after the chaos of the Great War. Paris leads the dance, London joins in, and the world never looks quite the same again. There's a stop in Paris for a feast of Deco at the Louvre – and a little feast of another kind at Le Hangar, my favourite Paris restaurant – before we return home with news of new London Walks, new guides, and Christmas just beginning to sparkle

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! The Ma Barker House stands as one of America's darkest historic landmarks. Born out of the blood and chaos of the Depression and Prohibition era, the home is tied forever to the infamous Barker family—criminals who left a trail of fear, violence, and trauma across the country. The Barkers weren't petty thieves. They were a notorious gang responsible for bank robberies, kidnappings, and brutal crimes that shook law enforcement to its core. Their reign of terror spread across state lines, creating a criminal empire that refused to be stopped—until the FBI closed in. What happened next was nothing short of carnage. The Barker gang's final stand inside the quiet lakeside home in Florida turned into the largest FBI shootout in American history, a bloody standoff that remains unrivaled to this day. Bullets tore through the house, ending lives and cementing the Ma Barker home as both a crime scene and a legend. But the story doesn't end with the gunfire. Many believe the spirits of the Barkers never left. Visitors and paranormal investigators alike report strange activity—unexplained voices, ghostly apparitions, and the feeling that the infamous family still resides inside their old home. So what exactly happened within those walls? What is the true story of the Ma Barker House, and why do so many believe it remains haunted today? In this chilling conversation, we speak with Kristy Summer of SoulSistersParanormal.com to uncover the dark history, the shootout that shocked the nation, and the paranormal mysteries that still linger nearly a century later. This is Part Two of our conversation. #TrueGhostStory #Unexplained Voices #MaBarkerHouse #Hauntings #HauntedHouse #BarkerGang #ParanormalActivity #HauntedHistory #CrimeAndHaunting #TheGraveTalks #Apparitions #ParanormalInvestigations Love real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! The Ma Barker House stands as one of America's darkest historic landmarks. Born out of the blood and chaos of the Depression and Prohibition era, the home is tied forever to the infamous Barker family—criminals who left a trail of fear, violence, and trauma across the country. The Barkers weren't petty thieves. They were a notorious gang responsible for bank robberies, kidnappings, and brutal crimes that shook law enforcement to its core. Their reign of terror spread across state lines, creating a criminal empire that refused to be stopped—until the FBI closed in. What happened next was nothing short of carnage. The Barker gang's final stand inside the quiet lakeside home in Florida turned into the largest FBI shootout in American history, a bloody standoff that remains unrivaled to this day. Bullets tore through the house, ending lives and cementing the Ma Barker home as both a crime scene and a legend. But the story doesn't end with the gunfire. Many believe the spirits of the Barkers never left. Visitors and paranormal investigators alike report strange activity—unexplained voices, ghostly apparitions, and the feeling that the infamous family still resides inside their old home. So what exactly happened within those walls? What is the true story of the Ma Barker House, and why do so many believe it remains haunted today? In this chilling conversation, we speak with Kristy Summer of SoulSistersParanormal.com to uncover the dark history, the shootout that shocked the nation, and the paranormal mysteries that still linger nearly a century later. #TrueGhostStory #Unexplained Voices #MaBarkerHouse #Hauntings #HauntedHouse #BarkerGang #ParanormalActivity #HauntedHistory #CrimeAndHaunting #TheGraveTalks #Apparitions #ParanormalInvestigations Love real ghost stories? Don't just listen—join us on YouTube and be part of the largest community of real paranormal encounters anywhere. Subscribe now and never miss a chilling new story:

This week Holden's back-back again, and he's thirsty for more LPN time as he and MJ try to keep Jackie sane after the very recent loss of her father, so it's time to goss' 'bout the fact that Hilaria Baldwin has come out as having a very special brain which is why she pretend to be from EL SPAAAAAIINNOOOO, MJ started 'Manuel Not Included' and it's causin' them great mental distress but now they're wondering if it's all a conspiracy to let Alec Baldwin do a silly racist accent in interviews?!?!, Lea Michele makes claim she can read, but the lady doth protest TOO MUCH, Jackie's the only one of the three watching the new season of 'The Rehearsal' and she's not sure what the show is anymore, but speaking of awkward humor, she highly suggests Tim Robinson's new movie 'Friendship'. China's first corgi police dog is in trouble AGAIN and no one can remember who picked this article, Taytay got served with a subpoena in the ongoing LivelyxBaldoni case and it's got MJ firing shots at the Beyhive with even MORE conspiracies!, there's a '10 Things I Hate About You' musical comin' to Broadway bein' scored by the one and the only Carly Rae Jepsen, and MUCH MORE! Then a list featuring an actor who ate real dog poop on camera and 29 other HORRIFYING BEHIND THE SCENES THAT LITERALLY MADE ME SICK TO MY STOOOOMACH (per the list title), the Blindz, and a totally remote Jackie's Snackies with MJ's Munchie Minute, and Holden Likes to Eat Two Things....PUSSY & SNACKS from 1:07:03.829 til 1:16:42.609! HAIL HENRY THOMAS ZEBROWSKI SENIOR!Want even more Page 7? Support us on Patreon! Patreon.com/Page7Podcast  Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Page 7 ad-free.Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.