Podcasts about new zealand rugby union

The New Zealand Rugby Union president is very much looking forward to attending both the Meads and Lochore Cup finals this weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Payton Spencer is a New Zealand Rugby Union player, who recently signed with the Auckland Blues. He has represented New Zealand in 7s, making his debut last year in Sydney, and is the son of former All Black Carlos Spencer. In this podcast we talked about: Overcoming injury and the battles that come with rehab Choosing between cricket and rugby as a career path Growing up as the son of All Black Carlos Spencer, but forging his own  path in the game The Tik Tok rugby skill challenge that went viral How he gets mentally prepared for games on the biggest stages Even an inside scoop into his favorite sport….. Golf Payton is a talented footy player who is still early in his career, and it was great to sit down and yarn about the successes so far. Check it out on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and iHeartRadio.

Today on the Radio Highlights, the boys discuss the merits of the New Zealand Rugby Union in Penis or Genius, plus we talk about marbles, what is a Dutch Plonker?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Show today I'm speaking with the man behind the Crusaders Rugby Academy, Aaron Webb. The programme operates in line with the New Zealand Rugby Union's six pillars of development - technical, tactical, physical, nutrition, mental skills and holistic life skills. Aaron shares how he goes about his work with a clear focus on developing young men with the skills to reach their goals in professional rugby and grow into excellent community citizens. This is a conversation about the artistry of people development. Enjoy!Sign up for Craig's newsletter (Beyond the Game) at athletedevelopmentproject.com/newsletterGet Craig to speak at your club or school here. Connect with Craig:Instagram: instagram.com/drcraigharrison/Facebook: facebook.com/drcraigharrisonTwitter: twitter.com/drcraigharrisonSupport the show

On the Show today I'm speaking with the man behind the Crusaders Rugby Academy, Aaron Webb. The programme operates in line with the New Zealand Rugby Union's six pillars of development - technical, tactical, physical, nutrition, mental skills and holistic life skills. Aaron shares how he goes about his work with a clear focus on developing young men with the skills to reach their goals in professional rugby and grow into excellent community citizens. This is a conversation about the artistry of people development. Enjoy!Sign up for Craig's newsletter (Beyond the Game) at athletedevelopmentproject.com/newsletterGet Craig to speak at your club or school here. Connect with Craig:Instagram: instagram.com/drcraigharrison/Facebook: facebook.com/drcraigharrisonTwitter: twitter.com/drcraigharrisonSupport the show

Hurricanes management says Saturday's haka was respectful, authentic and appropriate.  But some bilingual te reo Māori speakers heard Poua haka leader, Leilani Perese, saying the government should "whakangarongaro" or disappear. RNZ's has asked the Hurricanes for a transcript in te reo Māori and in English, and for an interview. The New Zealand Rugby Union's Kaihautū, chief advisor Māori, Luke Crawford spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss

Incoming All Blacks coach Scott Robertson is reportedly persona non grata at his prospective teams' Rugby World Cup games. Former halfback and SuperSport pundit Justin Marshall claimed Robertson would be a 'distraction' to the current players, according to New Zealand staff. Former All Blacks coach Laurie Mains has cast doubt over Robertson's reported ban. "Anybody can go to the games that wants to go- New Zealand Rugby Union doesn't have any say in that. You can't ban him from games." LISTEN ABOVE    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hawke's Bay Magpies' Ranfurly Shield win has been marred by after game antics - after a photo emerged showing the shield broken in two with small piles of white powder on half of it. New Zealand Rugby Union has launched an investigation into reports of drug use and what occurred during the post match celebration. It's also taken possession of the broken shield. New Zealand Rugby General Manager Community Rugby Steve Lancaster says he's deeply disappointed with what's happened. [embed] https://players.brightcove.net/6093072280001/default_default/index.html?videoId=6338219182112

A four-person panel has determined that the current New Zealand Rugby Union constitution and consequent governance structures aren't 'fit for purpose'. The review urges NZ Rugby to create a stakeholder council and an appropriately skilled board in order to address issues with fan engagement and revenue. Panel chair David Pilkington says the current process of appointing board members is 'convoluted' and needs to be simplified. "What we're advocating is a professional appointments process that simplifies the opportunity to put directors onto the board, directors that have the skills, knowledges and experience to deal with challenges." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This was a brilliant conversation with Steve Tew, former CEO of New Zealand Rugby Union- home of the most successful sports franchise in the history of sports - the New Zealand All Blacks. Included are some great insights into building a winning culture and an environment of success; how purpose ties to performance; the importance of winning and of course Steve's proudest impacts and magic moments. A few keynote segments are listed below. This was a brilliant conversation with Steve Tew, former CEO of New Zealand Rugby Union- home of the most successful sports franchise in the history of sports - the New Zealand All Blacks. Included are some great insights into building a winning culture and an environment of success; how purpose ties to performance; the importance of winning and of course Steve's proudest impacts and magic moments. A few keynote segments are listed below. Learn more about the power of purpose 

New Zealand Rugby Union vice president talks about the Heartland Championship and his own rural upbringing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The world's only award (which we know of) for best footballer in the world across all footballing codes returns for the 2022 addition. The panel discuss the best footballers of the previous annum and announce who the selectors have chosen as Footballer of the Year for 2022. The nominees are: Lukhanyo Am, Sharks & South Africa (Rugby Union) Seb Bechara, Catalans Dragons & England (Wheelchair Rugby League) Joe Burrow, Cincinnati Bengals (American Football) David Clifford, Fossa & Kerry (Gaelic Football) Max Duggan, TCU Horned Frogs (American Football) Patrick Mahomes, Kansas City Chiefs (American Football) Kylian Mbappe, PSG & France (Association Football) Beth Mead, Arsenal & England (Association Football) Lionel Messi, PSG & Argentina (Association Football) Joel Selwood, Geelong Cats (Australian Rules Football) Ruby Tui, Canterbury, NZ Sevens & New Zealand (Rugby Union, Rugby Sevens) Leah Williamson, Arsenal & England (Association Football)

At the end of each week, Mike Hosking takes you through the big-ticket items and lets you know what he makes of it all.   The New Zealand Rugby Union: 4/10 By all means, hire who you want, when you want - but try to look like you know what the hell you are doing in the process. After all, you are only the national game.   Andrew Coster: 3/10 Yet again he looks hopelessly out of touch. The apology came way too late and I'm not sure a caravan solves it.   Stuart Nash: 2/10 Because he's in charge of police and a local who dismissed other locals. And he's in charge of forestry and has pissed off the East Coasters as well.   Chris Hipkins: 3/10 Because he is supposed to be in charge of the other two fools and has seen his leadership honeymoon come to a grinding halt this week, with a tin ear and a massive amount of condescension. Hence, leading to yet more apologies.   The Warriors: 7/10 Tonight's the night full of hope and expectation. This. Is. Our. Year.   Rob Campbell: 5/10 He was foolish to ever think he could get away with what he said. But, as a supporter of free speech he was defending his corner and I kind of get that.   Grapes: 7/10 The harvest is underway, as is the kiwifruit, which reminds us that yes some have got whacked but a lot haven't. And may the sun shine during picking and may the returns be profitable.   Doctors: 6/10 Because the idea to train more is a good and obvious one. So why then has the Government not even replied?   King Charles: 8/10 For booting his reprobate son and his narcissistic Mrs out of Frogmore Cottage.   LISTEN ABOVE FOR MIKE HOSKING'S FULL WEEK IN REVIEWSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 In today's episode, Ryan speaks to Stephen Dennis Surridge, a former New Zealand Rugby Union player and two times Super Rugby winner with the Crusaders. He also played with the All Blacks that toured Great Britain and Ireland. Steve's disciplined and focused nature, coupled with a drive towards high performance from sports helped him transition successfully to a corporate career. Steve is the founder of Forbury, a Commercial Real Estate Valuation Software that is redefining commercial real estate investment tools by providing tools to quickly and confidently determine the value of property assets. Tune in to learn more about:His interesting sporting childhood playing various sportsHow Steve juggled between rugby, rowing, national championship with judo, and Engineering His journey while pursuing his passion for an executive corporate career The steps he took to transition from being a high-performing rugby player to his second windThe key trade lessons he brought from sports to his business… and so much more! Are you looking for Career Clarity for your next step, for more information, or to book a consultancy, make sure you check out www.2ndwind.io Links:LinkedIn: Steve Surridge Company's Website:www.forburyproperty.com Company's LinkedIn: Forbury 

The longer this Ian Foster stuff drags on, the more obvious or like it's becoming that the New Zealand Rugby Union aren't going to fire Fozzie.Of course, they should fire Fozzie, he should never have been appointed.I'm not saying this with malice, you'll recall just last month I was arguing that the man deserved a chance, but he's had his chance and the stats are horrible.First coach to lose to Ireland, first coach to lose to Argentina, first coach to lose a home series in nearly 30 years.But then even if they wanted to get rid of him they're running out of time now. They haven't got time to fire him and replace him before the Rugby Championship starts in two weeks.They need to be in South Africa in two weeks' time for the first game, they were supposed to announce their squad for the trip today, that's not enough time to get a new coach.They won't want to fire him half way through the Rugby Championship, because that's a sure fire way to destabilise a squad and lose.So, they can do it after the Rugby Championship ends on 24 September, which means they have about 11 months before the World Cup.NZR really should have pulled the pin on Fozzie last year before the Northern Tour, when the commentators could see what was happening and were calling for it.What did they do instead? They signed him for two more years to give him certainty.It feels like NZR's strategy is just to hold tight and hope things turn around, but things aren't turning around and the longer they do this, the less time they'll have if and when they finally pull the pin.And they'll have to pull the pin eventually, just by the looks of things, not yet.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our Great Coach on this episode is Sir Gordon Tietjens. Gordon is the former coach of the New Zealand men's national team in rugby sevens; the All Blacks Sevens. He started coaching the team in 1994 and had immediate success winning the Hong Kong 7's. He then went on to win the 7's world series on a record 12 times. Along the way the team also won the world cup in 2001 and 2013, and 4 Commonwealth Games gold medals. He stepped down as the coach in 2016 and took on the head coach of Somoa. He has been inducted into the International Rugby Hall of Fame and in 2013 was knighted for his services to Rugby. Gordon is a coach with a life-long commitment to the service of people development. As the coach of the All Black 7's for 22 years, he helped 47 of his players go on to represent New Zealand Rugby Union. And on that list are some of the all time greats like Jonah Lomu and Christian Cullen. He is fiercely determined and fired by a deep sense confidence that comes from the effort that goes into the preparation and planning of his teams. He also believes in the importance of nutrition, and intense training regimes that are intended to be tougher than anything they would face in an actual match as this prepares the athletes for better decision making when they are in the heat of battle on the field. After interviewing Sir Gordon, I can see why New Zealand is considered one of the most proud sporting nation on the planet. In this discussion some of the key highlights for me were: How he helps people build self-belief by encouraging them to express themselves as individuals and not be afraid of making mistakes. His views on mental toughness and the traffic light system he uses to classify players. The terrific story he shares about Roger Federer crying to illustrate his point that losing although painful, does not necessarily mean failure when you've given it your all. And How the onus is on the coach to select the right people who believe in the teams culture. And the importance of character and coachability in selecting these team members. This was a terrific and intense conversation with a master coach and I hope you enjoy it as much I did. If you would like to send us any feedback or if you know a great coach, who has a unique story to share, then we would love to hear from you, please contact us at thegreatcoachespodcast@gmail.com You can also follow us and comment on all our Great Coaches here Twitter @CoachesGreat Facebook @TheGreatCoaches Instagram @the_great_coaches_podcast YouTube The Great Coaches Podcast LinkedIn The Great Coaches Podcast

With Covid-19 wreaking havoc on our NPC season and New Zealand Rugby Union not being outwardly transparent with their communication, Staf reveals what he's heard from those inside the competition including extended competition dates, promotion/relegation and player contracts- all set to cause a storm within the national competition.

In this conversation, we get to know more about Jared Tuoro. Jared is the owner of a company called Mana-Mind whereby he looks to help former Maori & Pasifika athletes get into careers through tech & helping tech companies create an exciting environment to recruit and retain Maori and Pasifika talent. In that regard, Jared is a former professional rugby player (whose career was cut short through injury), worked as a development officer and coach for Scotland Rugby and the New Zealand Rugby Union. He recalls being at New Zealand Rugby HQ in Wellington during the 2015 RWC final and feeling afterwards that there is something more. This was the start of his current journey….. In this episode, we talk through these six topics… 1. Rugby - His desire, his career, his aspirations and then... 2. Transition - Career ending injury - How injury curtailed a promising professional rugby journey... 3. Depression - And how he struggled to cope with that lose of identity... 4. Intuition - Realising that listening to his inner voice can help him do what he really wants to do.. 5. Jumping into Business - How scary, challenging and exciting that can be... 6. Discovering true self - Which is the start of self discovery And so much more… So come join us - this is an amazing korero! #LeshGo

Welcome to Season 2 - Episode 26 of the Pick & Drive Rugby Podcast! We are a family friendly, weekly podcast series; where our two hosts Mitch & Ando discuss everything Australian (& New Zealand) Rugby Union! In this week's episode we are joined by Mitch 'Rev Evans from Rugby Fixation to: Discuss all of the Spicy Rugby news from around the world Wrap up the horrendous tournament that was Super Rugby Trans Tasman Preview and review Super Rugby W Enter the Locker Room to answer our fan's burning questions And much, much more! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter - Get Involved!

Welcome to Season 2 - Episode 25 of the Pick & Drive Rugby Podcast! We are a family friendly, weekly podcast series; where our two hosts Mitch & Ando discuss everything Australian (& New Zealand) Rugby Union! Join us as members of Pick & Drive Rugby, Rugby Fixation, Draft Rugby, and Gold Digger Rugby come together. We'll review the Trans Tasman series and chat through the Wallabies news for the French series. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter - Get Involved!

Welcome to Season 2 - Episode 24 of the Pick & Drive Rugby Podcast! We are a family friendly, weekly podcast series; where our two hosts Mitch & Ando discuss everything Australian (& New Zealand) Rugby Union! In this week's episode we are joined by Mitch "Rev" Evans from Rugby Fixation to: Dissect the Wallabies 38 man squad for the French Tests Review the action from Super Rugby Trans Tasman - Round 4 Enter the Locker Room to answer our fan's burning questions Preview Super Rugby Trans-Tasman Final! And much, much more! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter - Get Involved!

Welcome to Season 2 - Episode 23 of the Pick & Drive Rugby Podcast! We are a family friendly, weekly podcast series; where our two hosts Mitch & Ando discuss everything Australian (& New Zealand) Rugby Union! In this week's episode we: Review all the action from Super Rugby Trans Tasman - Round 4 Enter the Locker Room to answer our fan's burning questions Preview Super Rugby Trans-Tasman Round 5 And much, much more! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter - Get Involved! Join our Superbru Trans Tasman Tipping Comp: https://www.superbru.com/super_rugby_trans_tasman/pool.php?p=12331155

Welcome to Season 2 - Episode 22 of the Pick & Drive Rugby Podcast! We are a family friendly, weekly podcast series; where our two hosts Mitch & Ando discuss everything Australian (& New Zealand) Rugby Union! In this week's episode we are joined by special guest Morgan Turinui to discuss; The action from Super Rugby Trans Tasman - Round 3 How the Aus sides can be competitive in Trans Tasman The Sydney Shute Shield shake up for 2022 Wallabies selections for the French Series Preview Super Rugby Trans-Tasman Round 4 And much, much more! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter - Get Involved! Join our Superbru Trans Tasman Tipping Comp: https://www.superbru.com/super_rugby_trans_tasman/pool.php?p=12331155

Welcome to Season 2 - Episode 21 of the Pick & Drive Rugby Podcast! We are a family friendly, weekly podcast series; where our two hosts Mitch & Ando discuss everything Australian (& New Zealand) Rugby Union! In this week's episode we: Discuss the results from Finals rugby from around the world Review all the action from Super Rugby Trans Tasman - Round 2 Enter the Locker Room to answer our fan's burning questions Preview Super Rugby Trans-Tasman Round 3 And much, much more! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter - Get Involved! Join our Superbru Trans Tasman Tipping Comp: https://www.superbru.com/super_rugby_trans_tasman/pool.php?p=12331155

Welcome to Season 2 - Episode 20 of the Pick & Drive Rugby Podcast! We are a family friendly, weekly podcast series; where our two hosts Mitch & Ando discuss everything Australian (& New Zealand) Rugby Union! In this week's episode we are joined by rugby podcast royalty Reg Roberts from Green & Gold Rugby to: Breakdown the dynasty of the Queensland Reds Review all the action from Super Rugby Trans Tasman - Round 1 Enter the Locker Room to answer our fan's burning questions Preview Super Rugby Trans-Tasman Round 2 And much, much more! Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & Twitter - Get Involved! Join our Superbru Trans Tasman Tipping Comp: https://www.superbru.com/super_rugby_trans_tasman/pool.php?p=12331155

The Silver Lake deal will be decided today at New Zealand Rugby's AGM.Provincial unions will vote on a recommendation from NZ Rugby that it should sell a chunk of its commercial rights to an American tech investment company.It could bring in several hundred million dollars.But it needs the support of more than half the provincial unions and the players' association.Former CEO of New Zealand Rugby, David Moffett, joined Tim Dower.“If I was attending the meeting today, representing a provincial rugby union, I’d want a couple things. I’d want the New Zealand Rugby Union to be ultra-transparent about what this deal actually means.”LISTEN ABOVE

Tamaki Herenga Waka: Stories of Auckland, the new exhibition at Auckland War Memorial Museum, is a new permanent gallery that chronicles Auckland's past, captures its present, and looks to the future.   Over the last few weeks, we’ve been taking a closer look at some of the stories that make up Tamaki Herenga Waka: Stories of Auckland exhibition.  Today, we look at the Ponsonby Rugby Club.  “People have come to Tāmaki from everywhere to form communities. Explore their experiences of living in this city.” Ponsonby Rugby Club was founded in 1874 & is the longest standing grassroots Club in Auckland.  For much of the 20th century, Ponsonby was a working-class suburb and the makeup of the teams reflected this. Grassroots club. The club was supportive of “outsiders” – Samoan players looking for a home ground for their all-Samoan team were denied by other clubs before Ponsonby welcomed them.  Strong Pacific links with the club (many older Pacific Aucklanders will still support Ponsonby wherever they live). Also welcomed the Ponsonby Heroes gay rugby team, and continues to support the NZ Falcons (NZ gay rugby team 2013-now) There are many famous faces and names that have donned the Blue & Black jersey including 48 All Blacks, from Dave Gallaher to Caleb Clarke; 22 Black Ferns, from Tangaloa Edwards to Cristo Tofa; and more than 250 men and 50 women who have represented Auckland A. One of those is legendary All Black Tuifa’asisina Sir Bryan Williams.  Knighted for his services to rugby in 2018, the 10th New Zealander to be so bestowed, Tuifa’asisina Bryan Williams is widely considered to be one of his country’s greatest-ever players.  Tuifa’asisina was the first Polynesian player to represent the All Blacks.  By the time he retired after New Zealand’s 1978 Grand Slam tour of the UK and Ireland, Williams had 66 tries to his name from 113 matches, 38 of them tests. A lawyer by trade, Williams won further honours with Ponsonby and Auckland as a coach and masterminded Samoa’s famous triumph over Wales at Rugby World Cup 1999 before teaming up with Graham Mourie at the Hurricanes. Williams was appointed President of the New Zealand Rugby Union in 2011. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's all black versus all black. Karl Te Nana, old friend of Rico Gear and former New Zealand Rugby Union and Rugby League footballer and superstar rugby commentator chats with Rico about his career and the state of play in the rugby world.

Kevin Roberts is an international business leader, founder, consultant and educator. His company Red Rose Consulting counsels business leaders and employees on creative thinking, marketing, and leadership.Kevin’s career was built in sales, marketing, and leadership roles at Mary Quant, Gillette, Procter & Gamble, Pepsi-Co, Lion Nathan, Saatchi & Saatchi (17 years as CEO worldwide) and Publicis Groupe. Kevin has authored several books including 64 Shots: Leadership in a Crazy World (2016) and Lovemarks: The Future Beyond Brands (2004), published in 18 languages.Kevin is Honorary Professor of Creative Leadership at Lancaster University, Honorary Professor of Innovation and Creativity at the University of Auckland Business School (New Zealand), and Honorary Professor of Leadership and Innovation at the University of Victoria School of Business (Canada). He is a Resident Expert for Oxford University’s Foundry Lev8 Accelerator Programme. He is a former director of the New Zealand Rugby Union and former chairman of USA Rugby. He also served on the Board of New Zealand Football and as a Trustee for a Team New Zealand America’s Cup challenge.Currently he sits on the Boards of UK grocer Booths, The Herdy Company (UK homeware and accessories retailer) and My Food Bag (New Zealand home food delivery service).His Leadership tip – Start with the answer and work back.#InspiringLeadership #leadership #CEOs #MotivationalSpeaker #teamcoach #Boards See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This Ben, Alex and Matt return to form with one of our traditional in-depth reviews of South African rugby, where we mostly only talk about two players, see if you can guess who. There's also bits about how Sale Sharks and New Zealand Rugby Union are silly. We also bag on an old favourite, Jake White

Some doctors are walking away from the Medical Association over its stance on the cannabis referendum, Twelve new imported cases of Covid-19 were reported yesterday -- prompting calls for pre-departure testing, We'll talk to the chair of the New Zealand Rugby Union about the tensions over Super Rugby

New Zealand Rugby says it has email proof that shows it never agreed for the Rugby Championship to finish as late as 12 December. Some media outlets had reported that they had leaked minutes from a SANZAAR meeting showing the schedule was signed off by all parties - including New Zealand Rugby. NZR has continued to deny it agreed to the draw for the six-week competition. Brent Impey is the chair of the New Zealand Rugby Union. He speaks to Corin Dann.

The Prime Minister says the Wallabies rugby team will be allowed to train while they're quarantining in New Zealand. The Wallabies coach had complained about the lack of preparation time for the two October games due to the quarantine requirements. New Zealand Rugby Union chief executive Mark Robinson speaks to Corin Dann.

Episode 77 - Stuart Robertson from Mean Business in NZ in what we can expect on the other side of this crisis Mean Business founder Stuart Robertson has a broad business management background rooted in brand communications and marketing, having worked across some of New Zealand’s most recognised brands including Sanitarium Weet-Bix, New Zealand Rugby Union, ANZ Bank, Ticketek Entertainment Group, Best Ugly Bagels and Al Brown. Stuart is one of the most qualified hospitality experts in NZ and I am so proud to have him on the podcast to talk about how NZ has pulled through the COVID-19 crisis, and shares some of the expectations we can look forward to as an industry on the other side. Please find all about Stuart’s great work here: https://meanbusiness.co.nz --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/principle-of-hospitality/message

This is a wrap-up of the original podcast that featured Cameron Smith, Melbourne Storm, former Queensland State of Origin and Australian Kangaroos captain and former New Zealand Rugby Union player and 2-time world cup winning captain of the All Blacks.

Jordan talks to one of the New Zealand Rugby Union's Regional Coach Development Managers, Wayne Marsters. The Coastie shares his path to coaching, what it was like working in the United Arab Emirates and why Canterbury is a step ahead of other unions.

Fearless Training Roar Knowledge Podcast Episode 38: Cliff Harvey - Author, clinician, researcher, and speaker. Welcome back to the Fearless Training "Roar Knowledge" Podcast where we talk everything; Training, Nutrition & Lifestyle. CLIFF HARVEY IS AN AUTHOR, CLINICIAN, RESEARCHER AND SPEAKER. HE IS A LEADER IN THE FIELD OF CARB-APPROPRIATE NUTRITION, MIND-BODY HEALTHCARE, AND THE ACHIEVEMENT OF SUCCESS IN HEALTH AND PERFORMANCE. My WHY, quite simply, is to help others to learn simple, effective methods to be healthier and happier. Health and happiness are flip-sides of the same coin. A healthy body is a happy body, a healthy mind is a happy mind, and a healthy spirit is a happy spirit…and vice versa. I help people achieve health and happiness through nutrition planning and education, and life & purpose success-coaching CRED PhD in nutrition (AUT) – research focus was in ketogenesis, ‘keto-flu’, and individualisation of diets Over 20 years experience as a strength and nutrition coach Registered Clinical Nutritionist Qualified Naturopath (Dip.Nat – NCNZ) Diploma in Fitness Training (AUT) Certified Kettlebell Instructor (MKA) IAWA Weightlifting World Champion 2004 & 2007 IAWA Weightlifting World Record Holder Additional qualifications in various mind-body and other modalities. I’ve been privileged through my career to consult to the following individuals and organisations (not all can be listed due to privacy restrictions): America’s Cup yacht teams: Team New Zealand (America’s Cup Winners), Young America, sailors from Oracle Champion fighters: Joseph Parker (World Heavyweight Boxing Champion), Orlando Sanchez (ADCC World Grappling Champion), Doug Viney, Wilf Betz, Jose Rodriguez, Richie Hardcore, Joey Hopkins, Paula Mataele National cycling associations: BMX New Zealand, Mountain Biking New Zealand National rugby unions: The Canadian Rugby Union, New Zealand Rugby Union development program Field hockey: University of British Columbia, Field Hockey Canada Website: https://www.cliffharvey.com Follow Along For More Here: Fearless Training United Academy : http://fearlesstrainingunited.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fearless_training_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FearlessTraining/?ref=bookmarks Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFaAxEHPYiM2ucqUs4-z54A?view_as=subscriber Coaching/Business Inquiries: alex@fearlesstraining.org Stay Fearless!

E12 - Professor Damian Hughes: A Change Management Catalyst and Professor of Organisational Psychology and Change. Read the Interview Transcript Below: Jo Palmer: 'We are doing an expert interview, and today I'm with Damian Hughes. We are talking largely about organisation development. So rather than me introduce your credentials, Damian, I think you'd do a better job than me.' Damian Hughes: 'Well, thanks for inviting me on, Jo. It's a real honour to sort of chat with you. For anyone listening it's probably easier to explain the jobs I do, to give some context. So I'm a professor of organizational psychology and change, that's my main role. But I work as a consultant psychologist across a wide range of organisations from business to sport to education. And then the third job I do is I write. So I've done a number of books very much around the topics of high performing cultures and how and how to make change happen.' The Barcelona Way Jo Palmer: 'Fantastic. Before we get into organisational development, let's touch on your most recent book, The Barcelona Way, which is currently ranking on Amazon's best sellers. Damian, what was your inspiration for writing this book?' Damian Hughes: 'Yeah, so I got approached a number of years ago by a publisher who asked if I'd be interested in writing a book on the topic of culture. And I said I'd love to do it. They said, would I be interested in trying to make it a little bit more accessible by viewing it through the lens of a sports team?' DH: 'Now, while that sounded an intriguing challenge, the reality is, like a lot of businesses, a lot of sports teams sort of pay lip service to the topic of culture. So they'll tell you how important it is. But their genuine level of investment, or interest, or focus tends to be quite minimal. So we narrowed it down to three teams that genuinely use culture as a competitive advantage. So the first one was the New Zealand Rugby Union team. The second one was the New England Patriots in the NFL. And then the third one was FC Barcelona.' 'Choose Barcelona' Damian Hughes: 'So I think it was air fair costs that meant the publisher said, "Choose Barcelona." But the reality was, it was the one that I felt had almost been unexplored and it was really rich to link it. So what the idea was was, I looked at culture through the lens of how Barcelona had decided to follow this process known as a commitment culture. And a commitment culture is where you have a really clear set of principles or behaviours, and you've got a really clear sense to why you exist. And what all the evidence says from all the research on the topic is a commitment culture tends to be a lot more successful over a sustained period than any other type of culture.' DH: 'So I look at the different types of cultures, but then specifically this idea of a commitment culture and how that can be used and harnessed within any organisation, so anywhere where people are coming together for a common cause, how you can use it to then drive competitive advantage.' Damian Hughes, the interview will conduct of him explaining organisational psychology and change   How Long Did it Take? Jo Palmer: 'Fantastic. Brilliant. How long did it take you to write it, Damian?' Damian Hughes: 'It ended up being about three years. So I was back and forth from Catalonia for about 18 months, back and forth doing interviews and things like that. But a lot of the research in terms of the most recent research and the papers, that took an awful lot of wading through to be able to give people sort of the idea that it isn't just about sport, it's about people that just happen to work in sport in this case. I'm lucky enough I've done a number of books, Jo. So what I've realised now is that you have to really be intrigued and love the topic, because it ends up dominating an awful lot of your waking hours. So it was a real three-year labour of love.' Favourite Book Jo Palmer: 'Wow.

E12 – Professor Damian Hughes: A Change Management Catalyst and Professor of Organisational Psychology and Change An image of professor Damian Hughes, the light is focused on him, darkness consumes the background. Read the Interview Transcript Below: Jo Palmer: ‘We are doing an expert interview, and today I’m with Damian Hughes. We are talking largely about organisation development. So rather than me introduce your credentials, Damian, I think you’d do a better job than me.’ Damian Hughes: ‘Well, thanks for inviting me on, Jo. It’s a real honour to sort of chat with you. For anyone listening it’s probably easier to explain the jobs I do, to give some context. So I’m a professor of organizational psychology and change, that’s my main role. But I work as a consultant psychologist across a wide range of organisations from business to sport to education. And then the third job I do is I write. So I’ve done a number of books very much around the topics of high performing cultures and how and how to make change happen.’ The Barcelona Way Jo Palmer: ‘Fantastic. Before we get into organisational development, let’s touch on your most recent book, The Barcelona Way, which is currently ranking on Amazon’s best sellers. Damian, what was your inspiration for writing this book?’ Damian Hughes: ‘Yeah, so I got approached a number of years ago by a publisher who asked if I’d be interested in writing a book on the topic of culture. And I said I’d love to do it. They said, would I be interested in trying to make it a little bit more accessible by viewing it through the lens of a sports team?’ DH: ‘Now, while that sounded an intriguing challenge, the reality is, like a lot of businesses, a lot of sports teams sort of pay lip service to the topic of culture. So they’ll tell you how important it is. But their genuine level of investment, or interest, or focus tends to be quite minimal. So we narrowed it down to three teams that genuinely use culture as a competitive advantage. So the first one was the New Zealand Rugby Union team. The second one was the New England Patriots in the NFL. And then the third one was FC Barcelona.’ ‘Choose Barcelona’ Damian Hughes: ‘So I think it was air fair costs that meant the publisher said, “Choose Barcelona.” But the reality was, it was the one that I felt had almost been unexplored and it was really rich to link it. So what the idea was was, I looked at culture through the lens of how Barcelona had decided to follow this process known as a commitment culture. And a commitment culture is where you have a really clear set of principles or behaviours, and you’ve got a really clear sense to why you exist. And what all the evidence says from all the research on the topic is a commitment culture tends to be a lot more successful over a sustained period than any other type of culture.’ DH: &

This week's episode from our vault, features Richard ‘Richie’ McCaw, former New Zealand Rugby Union player and 2-time world cup winning captain of the All Blacks. From being approached at school about one day playing for the New Zealand Rugby team to then being highlighted as an All Black Great, Richie makes it really clear that hard work, perseverance, and dedication is what helped him transform this opportunity into a reality. “You do need the talent, there is no doubt on that. But a lot is attributed to instinct, perseverance, work ethics – a healthy mind set. You’ve got to have the mindset to put in the hard yards and there is no substitute for hard work! It’s not just hard work though its being smart. You need to understand the whole game and a range of things to help you perform.” – Richie McCaw Tune in to listen to how Richie achieved the dreams of every young NZ rugby fan. thepodcastboss.com

Veteran Herald writer Wynne Gray has weighed in on the Haka debate sparked over the weekend.A new book quoted former All Black’s saying that the pre-game ritual has become overused.While the ritual has been defended by coach Steve Hansen and multiple players, Gray, a rugby writer for the New Zealand Herald, says that the ritual has lost its impact.He says that he does not think it should be performed in New Zealand, describing it as tedious.“I think it would be much better received and appreciated if we got a rare glimpse at home and used it overseas as part of a New Zealand tourism tactic.”He says he does not imagine the New Zealand Rugby Union would drop it.LISTEN TO WYNNE GRAY TALK WITH JASON PINE ABOVE

    This podcast features Richard ‘Richie’ McCaw (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richie_McCaw) , former New Zealand Rugby Union player and 2-time world cup winning captain of the All Blacks (http://www.allblacks.com/) . From being approached at school about one day playing for the New Zealand Rugby team to then being highlighted as an All Black Great, Richie makes it really clear that hard work, perseverance, and dedication is what helped him transform this opportunity into a reality. “You do need the talent, there is no doubt on that. But a lot is attributed to instinct, perseverance, work ethics – a healthy mind set. You’ve got to have the mindset to put in the hard yards and there is no substitute for hard work! It’s not just hard work though its being smart. You need to understand the whole game and a range of things to help you perform.” – Richie McCaw Tune in to listen to how Richie achieved the dreams of every young NZ rugby fan.   Shaun McCambridge – Inspirational Leaders Podcast Shaun McCambridge is the Managing Director of Stellar Recruitment (http://www.stellarrecruitment.com) , a devoted husband and father to four spritely children. Shaun created the Inspirational Leaders series to inspire emerging leaders and to shine a light on what it takes to be an inspirational leader.   Richie McCaw (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richie_McCaw) New Zealand Rugby Union (http://www.nzrugby.co.nz/) All Blacks  (http://www.allblacks.com/) Going the extra mile (https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/mind-the-manager/201412/what-motivates-employees-go-the-extra-mile) Perseverance  (https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/tag/perseverance) Don’t be too critical on yourself (https://www.healthyplace.com/blogs/buildingselfesteem/2015/12/stop-being-overly-critical-of-yourself/) Always got to be better (http://www.telegraph.co.uk/men/active/10427619/The-All-Blacks-guide-to-being-successful-off-the-field.html) Perform the simplest tasks to help make you better (https://www.forbes.com/sites/nextavenue/2013/07/19/how-to-stay-motivated-and-accomplish-anything/#13018d9432a5) See things as opportunities rather than a burden  (https://www.forbes.com/sites/actiontrumpseverything/2013/02/17/how-the-most-successful-people-treat-everything-including-problems-as-an-asset-a-case-study/#6c32cdd331c5) Change your outlook when under pressure  (https://www.forbes.com/sites/margiewarrell/2017/04/22/ten-things-high-achievers-do-to-get-more-done-under-pressure/) Never having a bad day through preparation  (http://time.com/3002833/how-to-be-resilient-8-steps-to-success-when-life-gets-hard/) Don’t let your team mates down (http://individualfitnessllc.com/blog/56967/Don-t-let-your-teammates-down-) Empowering leadership style (http://www.smbceo.com/2011/09/06/leadership-styles-be-an-empowering-leader/) Have your senior management debates behind closed doors (https://www.jrothman.com/books/behind-closed-doors-secrets-of-great-management/) Sweep the sheds (https://www.internationalfootballschool.com/2016/06/23/sweep-the-sheds/) The team is bigger than any individual  (http://www.cbsnews.com/news/making-a-team-greater-than-the-sum-of-its-parts/) Focus on process rather than the outcome (http://www.huffingtonpost.com/margaret-paul-phd/fear-of-failure_b_969503.html) Don’t tell people what the goal is, ask them what they think (https://turbinehq.com/2015/get-employees-invested-in-your-business-goals/) Play with courage  (https://www.rowperfect.co.uk/confidence-or-courage-what-does-an-athlete-need/) Why not? (https://www.fastcompany.com/3067548/why-this-executive-advises-to-never-be-satisfied-with-the-status-quo) Enjoy the journey along the way (https://www.amazon.com/Enjoy-Lifes-Journey-Choosing-Happiness/dp/1577346114) Don’t leave anything to chance (https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/leave%20nothing%20to%20chance) Constantly challenge yourself  (https://thoughtcatalog.com/melanie-berliet/2015/10/35-tiny-ways-to-challenge-yourself-daily-so-you-can-lead-a-more-fulfilling-life/) Focus and persistence (https://www.mrmasterkey.com/faq-items/the-importance-of-focus-and-persistence/)   Also available on: iTunes Store

The New Zealand Rugby Union “All Blacks” are one of the most historical teams in all of sport. Known internationally for their high winning percentage, ambassadorship of New Zealand national pride, and “The Haka” war dance prior to each match, the All Blacks are a powerhouse sports brand that are just starting to emerge in the United States scene. David Barton-Ginger handles the All Blacks’ digital channels, and sits down to explain the historical rise of the club, as well as its bright, broad future on the international sports scene. Barton-Ginger also defines “The Haka,” and invites those curious to learn more to go to New Zealand Rugby Union’s official website: www.allblacks.com Twitter: @DBGTweets

On the show this week we hear from the New Zealand Rugby Union boss Steve Tew on the changes planned for Super Rugby. The Kiwis halfback Shaun Johnson gets to know his team mates after a fresh-faced New Zealand rugby league team was named to take on Australia in the ANZAC test. Lydia Ko rises to number two in the world golf rankings, and her coach David Leadbetter reflects on her latest victory and whether she should still receive government funding. The All Whites interim Coach Neil Emblen talks through his squad to face South Africa and why the big names of New Zealand football are not on the team sheet, and the general manager of the Wellington Phoenix David Dome previews a four way tournament involving the English premier league teams Newcastle and West Ham United.

On the show this week we hear from the New Zealand Rugby Union boss Steve Tew on the changes planned for Super Rugby. The Kiwis halfback Shaun Johnson gets to know his team mates after a fresh-faced New Zealand rugby league team was named to take on Australia in the ANZAC test. Lydia Ko rises to number two in the world golf rankings, and her coach David Leadbetter reflects on her latest victory and whether she should still receive government funding. The All Whites interim Coach Neil Emblen talks through his squad to face South Africa and why the big names of New Zealand football are not on the team sheet, and the general manager of the Wellington Phoenix David Dome previews a four way tournament involving the English premier league teams Newcastle and West Ham United.

In Extra Time this week, there's a warning about the susceptibility of New Zealand sport to match fixing, in the wake of the revelation that the International Cricket Council is investigating three former New Zealand cricketers. The All Blacks continue their winning ways with success at both the International Rugby Board's and the New Zealand Rugby Union's annual award ceremonies. There's a call to overhaul rugby league's "old boys club" in the wake of the Kiwis' world cup loss to the Kangaroos; and the world's leading equestrian, New Zealander Andrew Nicholson, tells us what drives him to be the best.

In Extra Time this week, there's a warning about the susceptibility of New Zealand sport to match fixing, in the wake of the revelation that the International Cricket Council is investigating three former New Zealand cricketers. The All Blacks continue their winning ways with success at both the International Rugby Board's and the New Zealand Rugby Union's annual award ceremonies. There's a call to overhaul rugby league's "old boys club" in the wake of the Kiwis' world cup loss to the Kangaroos; and the world's leading equestrian, New Zealander Andrew Nicholson, tells us what drives him to be the best.

In Extra Time this week Steven Adams becomes the first New Zealand player to be picked in the first round of the NBA basketball draft. Super Rugby resumes with the Highlanders hoping to play the spoiler role in the remaining few rounds. The New Zealand Rugby Union keeps a close eye on the changing sports broadcasting rights landscape. The Waikato Bay of Plenty Magic make the trans-Tasman netball final yet again - what's their secret? 'Don't write me off' is the message from boxer David Tua as he prepares to return to the ring, and the Australians are taking Phar Lap ... again.

In Extra Time this week Steven Adams becomes the first New Zealand player to be picked in the first round of the NBA basketball draft. Super Rugby resumes with the Highlanders hoping to play the spoiler role in the remaining few rounds. The New Zealand Rugby Union keeps a close eye on the changing sports broadcasting rights landscape. The Waikato Bay of Plenty Magic make the trans-Tasman netball final yet again - what's their secret? 'Don't write me off' is the message from boxer David Tua as he prepares to return to the ring, and the Australians are taking Phar Lap ... again.

In Extra Time this week the New Zealand Rugby Union explains why it's selling off Super Rugby franchises. We mark the passing of former All Blacks fullback Bob Scott, renowned for kicking goals in his bare feet. Greg Turner explains why he's returning to professional golf, we hear about Fast5 -the latest version of netball - and there are plenty of comings and goings in the latest New Zealand men's hockey side ahead of next month's Champions Trophy.

In Extra Time this week the New Zealand Rugby Union explains why it's selling off Super Rugby franchises. We mark the passing of former All Blacks fullback Bob Scott, renowned for kicking goals in his bare feet. Greg Turner explains why he's returning to professional golf, we hear about Fast5 -the latest version of netball - and there are plenty of comings and goings in the latest New Zealand men's hockey side ahead of next month's Champions Trophy.

In this week's edition of Extra Time we talk to the Sir Alex Ferguson of Sevens Rugby, Gordon Tietjens, who's signed on with the New Zealand Rugby Union through until the Rio de Janeiro Olympics. We look into the confusion over qualifying standards, which has lead to the world junior shot put champion Jacko Gill giving up on the London Olympics. The Warriors and the Blues ruminate on how to turn their seasons around and we hear why the Southern Steel won't be the also-rans of the trans-Tasman netball competition.

In this week's edition of Extra Time we talk to the Sir Alex Ferguson of Sevens Rugby, Gordon Tietjens, who's signed on with the New Zealand Rugby Union through until the Rio de Janeiro Olympics. We look into the confusion over qualifying standards, which has lead to the world junior shot put champion Jacko Gill giving up on the London Olympics. The Warriors and the Blues ruminate on how to turn their seasons around and we hear why the Southern Steel won't be the also-rans of the trans-Tasman netball competition.

This week a disgraced All Black has been suspended for four matches and says he won't drink for a year. The New Zealand Rugby Union isn't sure Zac Guildford will be able to keep his word, though, and we hear why, despite that, he's still been given another chance. With the men's Champions Trophy tournament over Hockey New zealand's chief executive discusses the re-appointment of the women's coach, who explains why he has foregone a return to Queensland for another three years. With just over seven months to go before London hosts the Olympics, we talk to the New Zealand Olympic Committee's new secretary-general and one of New Zealand's current crop of world champion rowers. And as cricket fans savour the second test win over Australia in Hobart we get a more grassroots view of the game from a former assistant national coach.

This week a disgraced All Black has been suspended for four matches and says he won't drink for a year. The New Zealand Rugby Union isn't sure Zac Guildford will be able to keep his word, though, and we hear why, despite that, he's still been given another chance. With the men's Champions Trophy tournament over Hockey New zealand's chief executive discusses the re-appointment of the women's coach, who explains why he has foregone a return to Queensland for another three years. With just over seven months to go before London hosts the Olympics, we talk to the New Zealand Olympic Committee's new secretary-general and one of New Zealand's current crop of world champion rowers. And as cricket fans savour the second test win over Australia in Hobart we get a more grassroots view of the game from a former assistant national coach.

In this week's programme: Are the Wallabies cocky or simply confident ahead of this Bledisloe Cup test? We discuss the financial plight of provincial rugby in New Zealand with the New Zealand Rugby Union. How will the Silver Ferns cope without Temepara George? we hear from George and Silver Ferns coach Ruth Aitken. The new Warriors coach Brian McClennan talks about his dream job and we hear from triathlete Andra Hewitt ahead of this weekend's Olympic trial in London.

In this week's programme: Are the Wallabies cocky or simply confident ahead of this Bledisloe Cup test? We discuss the financial plight of provincial rugby in New Zealand with the New Zealand Rugby Union. How will the Silver Ferns cope without Temepara George? we hear from George and Silver Ferns coach Ruth Aitken. The new Warriors coach Brian McClennan talks about his dream job and we hear from triathlete Andra Hewitt ahead of this weekend's Olympic trial in London.

The best interviews from Radio New Zealand Sport for the week ending Friday 27 May. This week, the New Zealand footballers head for the United States this weekend for the first of two friendlies and we hear from the man who's likely to stand in for the regular skipper Ryan Nelsen. And in Nelsen's home town, we talk to the director of the Christchurch marathon which looked as if it would have to be cancelled after the earthquake on the 22nd of February Another top All Black has re-signed with the New Zealand Rugby Union - the head coach Graham Henry gives his views on what Richie McCaw's decision means while the captain explains why he's staying when others are going. We'll also hear from one of the standout players in the Highlanders team which continues to mock pre-season wooden spoon predictions. Extra Time - a weekly show from Radio New Zealand Sport which provides extended interviews and comment from issues arising from the sporting week.

The best interviews from Radio New Zealand Sport for the week ending Friday 27 May. This week, the New Zealand footballers head for the United States this weekend for the first of two friendlies and we hear from the man who's likely to stand in for the regular skipper Ryan Nelsen. And in Nelsen's home town, we talk to the director of the Christchurch marathon which looked as if it would have to be cancelled after the earthquake on the 22nd of February Another top All Black has re-signed with the New Zealand Rugby Union - the head coach Graham Henry gives his views on what Richie McCaw's decision means while the captain explains why he's staying when others are going. We'll also hear from one of the standout players in the Highlanders team which continues to mock pre-season wooden spoon predictions. Extra Time - a weekly show from Radio New Zealand Sport which provides extended interviews and comment from issues arising from the sporting week.

The best interviews from Radio New Zealand Sport for the week ending Friday 23 July. This week... our greatest bowler discusses the cricket career of Muttiah Muralitharan, the Black Caps in ahead of their tour of Sri Lanka, the chances of the All Whites playing a football international at home this year appear slim, and the New Zealand Rugby Union reintroduces video replays for the National Provincial Championship.

The best interviews from Radio New Zealand Sport for the week ending Friday 23 July. This week... our greatest bowler discusses the cricket career of Muttiah Muralitharan, the Black Caps in ahead of their tour of Sri Lanka, the chances of the All Whites playing a football international at home this year appear slim, and the New Zealand Rugby Union reintroduces video replays for the National Provincial Championship.