Manukura GPS: Recent Episodes
Sam Ward
The lads from Manukura GPS join together in the quest to spread positivity to your day.
Join for outrageous debate and to learn a bit more about what makes the lads tick + why they want to be part of a small town boys leadership group.
Manukura GPS operates out of Otaki College on the Kapiti coast. It is run by a like-minded group of fantastic young men who see the importance of service and giving back to their community, all done with a smile on their faces.
Dig a little deeper in to all things Manukura by learning more about the foolish guy that makes things tick behind the scenes.
In this episode our wonderful cast of Manukura class members take the opportunity to ask Matua Sam, their wise, kind, beautiful and generous mentor all the burning questions they have been dying to know more about. And now through the joys of the interwebs, you can to.
Hearing it now from the men who have it all. Four of Ōtaki College's 2023 Head Students share all their pro tips for everything you might need in order to become the ultimate leader possible. Clash of Clans, running through lamp posts and just who of the four gets too competitive in football matches (hint: It's not Regan).
What happens when you get cheeky to an All Black? Or how does someone get tricked in to becoming a teacher? These are all questions that end up being unintentionally answered when you ask the top dog at Ōtaki College, what he thinks it is to be a leader.
Featuring too many prepared notes, a healthy dose of Whiskey chat and one other question before we had to cut him short.
Tune in to find out more!
This episode we are joined by Rangimarie Mita (legend of the court for the Wellington Saints) and Paul Sayer (legend behind the scenes with the Wellington Saints) to kōrero about their journey, googling leadership styles on the car ride and just how important it is to give back to those around you.
Episode Three of the 'Leadership Series' invites Tim Costley to kōrero with the Manukura rōpu about his thoughts, views and what makes him tick. Life lessons learned through time in the forces, how to balance mahi and whānau life and why you should dump the 'diet' options and go full fat instead.
In no way do we endorse any political candidates or parties. All views and perspectives are their own and this is not intended to be politically leaning in any way, shape or form
Episode Two of the 'Leadership Series' sees Bill, Hamish and Manase chat to Ali Muhammad about his journey and current mahi as an aspiring politician with the Green Party. We discuss how he has faced significant adversity throughout his life, the passion he has for his mahi and community and just how important chocolate and cake is when the going gets tough!
In no way do we endorse any political candidates or parties. All views and perspectives are their own and this is not intended to be politically leaning in any way, shape or form
Join the Manukura GPS lads as they korero (talk) with Terisa Ngobi, a New Zealand politician for the Labour Party about what she believes are fundamental skills of a good leader. We delve in to her upbringing, the multitude of struggles navigating the political landscape and how to balance such a stressful position with a good ol' binge of Coro.
Sit back, take a listen and enjoy step one on our journey to discover what it means to be a leader!
In no way do we endorse any political candidates or parties. All views and perspectives are their own and this is not intended to be politically leaning in any way, shape or form
What do you get when you cross four nervous teenagers and a guest speaker talking about leadership? An, at times humorous, slightly raw and lightly edited story of life lessons and essential leadership qualities.
Why? We at Manukura GPS believe that education could be done a little differently. So long story short, in an attempt to shake the current system up, we are on a journey for the rest of the school year to combine learning from different subject areas in to a theme of learning dubbed 'What is it to be a leader?'. Join us on this path as we welcome Rangatira (leaders/experts) from our community to explore and share life lessons and the qualities they believe are essential for our own leadership journeys.
In other words... Yes, that's right. The Manukura GPS podcast is back.
The boys are flush with jokes on this one. Cheeky humour. On a roll. There's nothing crappy about this episode!
"A bunch of stuff happens" - Tom Osborne 2021
The episode so lit it sets the fire alarms off. Get listening, good people!
If you want to learn how to pull of an effective segway, get listening now!!!
William, Toby, Caleb and Sam take you on a wonderful exploratory ride
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We are back for Season Two of the one and only, Manukura GPS podcast!
The totally wicked, Toby West; cheekily smart, Caleb Smith; weirdly fantastic, William Fogden and sensationally wise, Sam Ward take you on a journey featuring: The Cars World, Inappropriate Innuendo, Simulation Theories, Flat Earth chat and a whole lot of banter.
Tune in and once you've had a laugh, let us know your thoughts on our Instagram page!
Love T,C,W&S
It's back! It's far from the norm! It's unorthodox. It's hilarious. Well.... Jacob thinks so which makes it true.
We know you have missed it the past few weeks so here it is. Another podcast gem for your listening pleasure!
Peace and love xoxo
We have it all! A guest feature, shout outs, incredibly well thought out in advanced chats, and (arguably) the best episode title to date.
You've guessed it! You have indeed reached Manukura GPS - The Podcast - Episode 12.
Sit back, relax and enjoy. Then send us through some kind words please and thank you <3
An experience full of a variety of 'jokes'. Please bare in mind that humour is subjective and if you don't find the content on this episode funny then I find you subjectively wrong. Anyone who does listen to the whole thing, you are a bloody legend and a half #respect
The tinfoil hats are on. The conspiracy theories are loose. We have lost our minds and the chat dives down a very deep hole.
Full disclaimer: We are totally just in this to have a laugh and hopefully have you doing the same. Nothing is said in seriousness and this does not reflect the true views or opinions of any of us in real life (except Trent). Love you all xoxo.
Get ready, folks! It's a jam packed, all action, superhero themed chat today! Join a skeleton crew of Toby, Jacob and Sam as they hold the fort down without the rest of the crew. We have: Superpowers, Transformers, Freaky Friday and best of all... sucking on cats! Purr-fect!!!
What's in store for you? Matthew - the Art and Drama extraordinaire - Brooker steals the show as our majestic guest star. Heavily musical themed yarns, motivation a plenty, the best 'Call In' you could ever hope for (after the worst one) and the 'wero' is officially laid down for Drew and Maddy at ascertain who the true number one fan really is! (Drew, c'mon man. Don't fail the brothers now...)
The Podcast OG's are back from camp and we regroup with a time travelling Toby - a highly detailed camp debrief - essential banter about driving tests - knock knock jokes and a superb feature from none other than Otaki College's Head Girl!
Kick back, get cosy and smash out a listen to this instant classic!
A diabolical attempt to retain podcast consistency without half of the founding cast members leads to chaotic debate, uncertainty and an entire lack of communication. All with a challenge laid down for the listeners! Get in to it, now!!!
Want to know what would happen if Jacob Gates returned to the podcast as his 10 year old self?
Join us for in depth discussion of time travel, revival machines, our video game top 5's and all the other necessary things you need in your life right now!
P.S. Jacob, we do truly love you. Please don't take any of this to heart!
In a surprise to all, the lads have pitched in to throw a special, double birthday episode to celebrate our aging brothers.
Tune in for an excessive amount of 'boy waffle' and the best laughs. It's all about spreading some joy and aroha and we thoroughly deliver on this aim!
Like, follow, share. Spread the love and follow us on Instagram @manukuragps yeahtheboys!
Guest features, organisation, thoughtful discussion, an in-depth look at the inner workings of the Manukura GPS group and motivation/inspiration for the masses.
Yeah nah. Not for us.... Join us for organised chaos, a Chicken v Elephant re-creation, a guest who forgot to turn up and more 'Boy Waffle'.
Or join us on Instagram (@manukuragps), check out our website (bit.ly/manukuragps), or send your feedback through to swd@otakicollege.school.nz
Join the Manukura GPS brotherhood as they take a closer look at 'WHY' the group was formed, what it means to each of our cast members and.... ohh great... we have gone off topic again aaaannnddd now we are talking about haircuts! Bloody boy waffle...
P.S. we would love some feedback on how we are doing so far! Hit the Instagram, our website bit.ly/manukurapgs, an email, get in touch quick!!
Kia ora kautou!
It is official! Manukura GPS have done it!
One fine afternoon when not a soul asked for it, a podcast was born and gifted to the unsuspecting world!
Join some of Manukura's finest as we discuss the inner workings of our boys leadership group. Find out how the lads deal sitting in the interrogation hot seat. Let your ears be filled with wisdom as we solve age old questions related to pineapple, toilet paper and a dreaded zombie apocalypse.
Most of all, kick your feet up and relax with some mild mannered banter and a few choice laughs. Because all we want is more joy in the world. We can't ask much more than that...
For more info, juicy content and to send all the aroha (love) you desire please head on over to our website or give us a follow on 'The Gram' - @manukuragps
Peace and Love. Thank you for listening.
The Manukura lads.