The Unpro Pro Podcast: Recent Episodes
Dane Sherratt
Everyone has a story and I resonate with people who have a passion for something and want to share it. Triumphs, tribulations and everything in between. HOPE YOU ENJOY
Can Springboks go back2back? Wales depth an issue. England have deeper problems than first thought. Ireland live up to the hype and more.
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Owen Farrell should tackle higher. France and Scotland playing some attractive rugby. England with plenty experience, not firing yet. Experienced 10s are winning you the world cup. So much more.
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All Blacks are all that. Wallabies 5x better than last week. Is Englands depth a worry? Experience so important going into Rugby World Cup.
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Joined by Mike to review round 3 of The Rugby Championship. We were also called out by a 100+ test cap rugby royalty because of last weeks episode.
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New segment PLAY ON or KNOCK ON has its first run. Rapid preview of the upcoming Rugby Championship round. Springboks vs Los Pumas & Wallabies vs All Blacks. B&I LIONS are coming to Australia so we picked out a few standout moments over the years of them touring the southern hemisphere. Hunter rugby is heading into finals so we did a quick check up there aswell.
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Joined by new co-host Mike Provis to review round 2 of The Rugby Championship. All Blacks out Springbok the Springboks and Cheika goes 1 up over Eddie Jones. So much more in between.
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From a small town in Auckland NZ, Pukekohe to playing rugby union all across the world. Hong Kong to Spain To Australia and more. Nate currently plays in the Shute Shield for the Hunter Wildfires. He has also played for Counties Manukau and professionally in Spain. Great yarn about his footy career to date and a whole lot more.
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Review of The Rugby Championship round 1. Springboks vs Wallabies and All Blacks vs Argentina. How good is having International Rugby back!
What's Doin, more facts about the Titanic. Celine Dion's song cracks the top 100 because of recent events to do with Titanic and the submarine.
Broken bones, Kendall broke her foot this week, falling. Listener's wrote in on how they've broken bones.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
What's doin, the worst job you've had or something that has happened at work. Been thrown with a phone, cleaning old people bed sheets, cleaning shit at a powerlifting competition and laying in the sea "dead" all night as an extra on a tv series. Party themes, mcdonalds party, fear factor party and more.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Matt Dun is a Professor of kids cancer research & NHMRC investigator EL1 at University of Newcastle, Australia. With the devastating news that Josie, his daughter was diagnosed with an incurable form of cancer DIPG. Matt has made it his life mission to working and researching towards finding a cure for DIPG and helping many other families who are unfortunately diagnosed with it.
Matt also enrolled in the Navy at 17 where he went on to finish school and later on enrol into Newcastle Uni. Rugby being his other passion where he to this day helps coach the Seahorses in first grade. Great human being and absolutely loved the chat.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Whats doin, some things that have crossed our eyes over the past couple of weeks. A kid had his dj decks seized after he was caught hosting raves in his schools bathrooms. Something you've done in your past that makes you cringe now. Great weather for cup a soups and more.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
What's Doin, this week a few things came across our eyes/phones:
Student / Teacher fights or violence. A video went viral of a student/teacher physical altercation here in Newcastle, Aus.
A mafia hitman was found living his best life as a pizza chef.
A 19 year old boy married a 76 year old billionaire women.
Best spew/vomit stories.
Massive applause to all women who have gone through childbirth, holy shit.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
These segments of the podcast I sit down with the wife and talk about things that have come across our eyes the past few weeks.
The flu is worse for men than it is for women, therefore the Man Flu is actually a thing!
We are almost 37 weeks pregnant with mini me #2 so might be slow on the episodes and lastly, what is a deal breaker or something that the opposite sex does that pisses you off.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Kina is a scaffolder by trade but an entrepreneur by heart. Owner/founder of 88custom, 88cuts and 88training. A print and tshirt design business, a barbershop and personal training respectively.
Through a life of crime, violence, bullying, drugs and drinking Kina has come out the otherside full of passion, self awareness and a no quit attitude.
He now lives a life of purpose and gratitude with everything he has going on. Inspirational story!
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Carl is a good friend with a very similar story, his rugby journey has landed him in beautiful Newy and he couldn't be happier. (go check out his earlier episode to listen in)
This episode we spoke about Social media and what impact it's having on us and our kids. Training, staying fit , looking after yourself and others. Doing good for your community and what starting the Newcastle Pasifika rugby team means to Carl and the wider Newcastle pasifika community.
A massive day out this February 25th at St Johns oval in Charlestown. 3 rugby games are being played, live dj, food, drinks, kids rugby clinic, kids play area and so much more. ALL WELCOME!!
Owners of Strength Republic, a 24h access gym in Newcastle. Adversity, hardship, imposter syndrome, jealousy, strength through competition, don't stop training, longevity, being a role model for your kids, importance of sport in your/kids life and so much more. Absolutely loved this chat and I'm sure you will too.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
First "WHATS DOIN?" for the year. Alot has crossed our eyes/phones the past few weeks so here it goes:
George Pell is dead - Can we start our own religion?
What is something you do that is wrong and you're okay with it but if someone else does it you're pissed off?
Fake scenarios you play over in your head before you go to sleep.
Man with WW1 explosive lodged in his ass sparks bomb scare
6 year old kid pulls gun out in class and shoots school teacher
and many MORE.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Dillyn is a professional rugby player currently playing for La Rochelle in the Top14 in France. He has also played for the Springboks, Stormers, Western Force, Western Province, UCT Ikeys and graduated from one of the top rugby schools in South Africa, Bishops.
He grew up in Strand, a very rich rugby town in Western Cape, Cape Town and never thought he would one day be sitting where he is now doing what he loves. Great chat with a great man who absolutely loves his footy.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Tyson Lantry, A.K.A The Golden Boy is an Australian Pro Boxer in the Lightweight division. He is also a coach and trainer at Team Lantry Boxing based in Kurri Kurri. Tyson is really passionate and knowledgeable of the sport of boxing and it was great hearing about it all. Always super interesting hearing how and why someone decides to compete in such a brutal sport.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
EMERGENCY EPISODE. Kendall can't contain her new murder story and how 23 and me DNA testing is helping bring new evidence to unsolved murder cases from years ago.
Also, a journalist has dropped dead days after being arrested in Qatar for donning a LGBTQI armband. So many things that make you go hmmm...
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Another WHATS DOIN segment of the podcast. Sit down with Kendall and going over a few topics we put out on instagram and a few other things.
Awkward moments with a stranger.
How much we love Depressing Batman.
Alex Scott - Journalist who sported the LGBTQI armband in Qatar.
Man caught a 67 pound Goldfish.
Guy sold a picture of a potato for 1million pounds.
IG influencers husband arrested for the murder of his own mother
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Mitch is a Pro Australian speedway racer plying his trade abroad in Poland. Multiple state champ rider through the age groups here in NSW Australia. He had to make the decision which way to go with his motosport career and which would best suit him. Speedway Racing was the pick. Awesome to hear about his journey. How he has progressed through serious injury aswell.
Super positive mindset for a young fella and absolutely loves what he does.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Lucas Borrow is the punter for Ball State University in Indiana, America. An aussie kid who loved his sport, predominantly footy. After going through Pro Kick - a Australian based kicking program for American football. He was picked up by Ball State on a full scholarship to play and study in America. Now playing in front of 100000 people on a weekly basis.
Great chat with a very energetic and passionate guy.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Mark is a PT in Newcastle and Coffs Harbour. The man absolutely loves everything to do with fitness, training, nutrition and coffee. We covered it all from competing in weightlifting to why someone's name can be the reason they become famous or a superstar. Mark is also a massive advocate for consistency and gives us a few tips on how we can stay consistent in whatever it is we're trying to do.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Back with another one covering relevant topics or anything that comes across my eyes goes out into instagramesphere for your thoughts and questions.
Most embarrassing thing that has happened to you or a friend?
Sibling fight stories?
Red or Blue pill?
And as always, Kendall covers more murder stories.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Luke is a real estate agent for PRD here in Newcastle. Having played pro Golf in his earlier years and job skipping he has finally found something he is totally passionate about and enjoys.
We spoke about his Golf days and Luke reflects on how hot headed he was during that time of his life. How much he has learnt from past experiences and learnings and how he uses that to guide him now.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Been awhile between eps, or at least this kind of ep. News or topics or anything that comes across my eyes goes out into the instagramesphere for questions and thoughts.
When can you start Christmas decorations?
Most embarrassing thing you've done?
Best excuse to cancel plans?
Competitive games to be abolished in rugby league until ages 13. What can this mean for kids involved and the sport.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
It's Grand Final week in the Newcastle Rugby premier competition and I had to get the two most important players from either side (in my opinion) on the show.
First up, Angus Brown captain for the Hamilton Hawks. Gus is the definition of lead by example, first guy to hit the ball up or make the big tackle. Great to hear abit more about Hamilton's season and what we can expect come Final time.
Next up, Sam Bright flyhalf for Merewether and the best looking bloke in the comp. Brighty has steered the Greens to the GF with an overtime 40m penalty kick and has been ordering his troops fantastically around the park this season. A young side with a couple old heads really excited to play in the final. First Grand Final for Merewether Premier 1 side for 10 years.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Robert or better known as Bob or Bobby is an IFBB pro bodybuilder a 3x Mr Australia and Arnold classic champ. Someone who absolutely loves everything about his "thing". Former soccer player turned bodybuilder, Bob shares his story about everything bodybuilding, gym/gym culture, steroids/supplements and what it takes to excel in the sport.
Great sense of humour and super passionate about his craft.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
James or better known as Jimmy Gardiner is a sports journalist for the Newcastle Herald. Jimmy has covered local sports including rugby union, rugby league and soccer for the past 25 years. From the ins and outs of journalism to some of the greatest sporting moments he has been apart - Usain Bolt 100m world record, Michael Phelps record breaking medals and more.
Great insight and a great chat.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Kendall joins to talk about everything that has come across our eyes in the news or what"s happening around the world with input from some of our listeners.
Topics:
"CHAOS" Book by Tom O'neil - Kendall thinks illuminati might actually be real.
Tommy Lee posts nudes/gets his piece out on social media during a bender.
Couple save money by cooking with shower water
Club bans staring without consent
New show want to leak your sex tape and review it
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Keevs aka Jason Bourne aka 007 is a videographer, bow hunter and owner/founder of Stoic Energy an archery business that welcomes you and friends to learn and shoot bows at targets. A great way to let go of some steam, get out into the country side and try something different.
We spoke about everything from hunting in africa to content creation/videography and ofcourse everything stoic energy. A man full of knowledge and passion for everything he does.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Whats Doin: We grab a couple topics from the week and put it out to the instagram to send in some thoughts.
Trump pleads the fifth so our question to you was, what law would you introduce first as a President/PM?
"Influencers" really piss us off, thoughts?
Andrew Tate
British baby first words are "alright bruv". So what would a baby say from your country?
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Ty is the owner and founder of The Better Today, a place where you can find the tools to help you with your mental health. After struggling for years with depression and anxiety and holding on too it for almost to long. After a life changing night at a Queensland mine site, Ty now uses his own story to help others.
Very passionate and full of life. It is always a treat speaking to Ty.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Robot breaks kids finger during chess tournament. Manly sea eagles players boycott rainbow jersey. Teacher grooms student into having sex with her. Woman fired from her job for displaying her annual salary on social media and a little more.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Charli is a Nutritionist with a Bsc in Food & Nutrition as well as an accredited sports nutritionist. Owner of Thrive Nutrition Co specialising in performance and body composition. One day decided to leave her job to work in a supplement shop and one thing led to another and became a nutritionist. Now working for herself to help others better understand the food they're consuming.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
What did someone tell you when you were younger and you believe it to this day. VABBING the new "in thing". Someones first skydive gone horribly wrong. NASA and how long has someone lived in space for.
All sorts of chat in between.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Kendall joins the show with a round up on flashing everyone at your sons athletics day. ASMR facts, almost burning down your wedding, DJ picking the absolute worst song for a prom dance, Roe vs Wade abortion laws in USA and a whole lot more.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Rob is currently the captain for Newcastle's Hunter Wildfires who compete in the Shute Shield, one of if not the top club rugby competition in the world. Her has also [played premier grade rugby in Brisbane as well as playing NRC for Brisbane City and QLD Country. A professional stint in France in between all of that too.
Absolutely loves his rugby and couldn't be happier leading his hometown team out this season.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Andre is a South African sports journalist with a MBA in sports management currently plying his trade in sunny Valencia, Spain. Great to hear from the perspective of a journalist and Andy's journey to where he is now. Lots of sport and journalism chat.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Ryan is a basketball player currently playing for Newcastle Falcons. He has previously played professionally in Germany and England. He also played for Regis University in Denver USA on a full sport scholarship. We spoke all things basketball and everything in between.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
What it takes to be wholesome, your first fight and abit of this and that around the world/Newcastle. AbelX is in the house, great to hear his thoughts on the magic round punchup, his recent weeks of sobriety and the dead diver who was found with 50 kgs of cocaine strapped to him.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Jarryd is one of the top referees in Nsw Country rugby plying his trade mainly in the Newcastle & Hunter rugby competition. Great to hear about his journey to becoming and loving refereeing. The moments on the field that span over a decade long. Some of the laws Refs are enforcing at the minute and what laws he would change.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Phil is the owner and founder of Sportplus_performance specialising in nutrition and training programing. An absolute wizard in the nutrition space it was great to pick his brain on all things training and nutrition. Covering a range of topics within nutrition and performance based training. I advise you grab a pen and paper for this one, so much knowledge to obtain.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Jackson is a Professional surfer currently ranked #23 in the world. Off the back of winning Newcastle SURFEST we spoke about how special that was to him being a proud novacastrian. His journey to living out his absolute passion in becoming a pro surfer and all the ups and downs along the way. Very introspective, articulate and an awesome dude.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
One of the all time greats to do it in the Newcastle and Hunter region, or in NSW Country rugby for that matter. Steve Lamont is a Chartered accountant by trade and one of the toughest/hardest and best blokes to have on the rugby field. It was great to chat to him about his footy journey, all the footy trips, all the players he's played with and all the trophies he's won. Absolute legend.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Krausey is one half of punting page YTP - Yeah The Punt. From horse racing tips to total anarchy in the form of hilarious banter, memes and everything that goes with trying to win it all with your last $5 in your TAB account.
Mitchell has also played rugby for NSW Country and Q Cup rugby league for Wynnum Seagulls.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Ruan is a professional rugby player for the NSW Waratahs based in Sydney, and is linked to the Newcastle Hunter Wildfires. The only player to play for all five Australian rugby franchises and an absolute gentlemen of the game. Awesome to hear about his illustrious rugby career having played all over the world with and against the best to do it.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Mat DIAMOND is a Pro wrestler based in Newcastle, Australia. He has been part of the Newcastle/Sydney Wrestling scene for 10+ years and is still going strong. Hear about what it takes to be a Pro wrestler in Australia and how much it all means to him.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Abbey is the owner and founder of We Glow Wellness an Alternative & Holistic Health Service. She is a Holistic Mind Body Practitioner. Also a qualified occupational therapist. She helps guide women to relinquish their unlimited self, to live a life they love.
Super passionate and knowledgeable.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Kirsty Seward is a qualified dietician with a phd in behavioural science. Now helping alot of women heal the relationship they have with their body. She has a "Revive YOU reflection Journal" available via her instagram. a ton of free valuable content on her instagram as well - @drkirstyseward
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Stephen is the owner and founder of Mr.Myo a massage therapist here in Newcastle,NSW Australia. After being miserable for awhile as a diesel mechanic in the mines. He found his passion in remedial massage which has now grown to cupping, dry needling and more. Nothing but hard work and a will to succeed has got him to where he is now.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Dylan Sage, former BLITZBOK - Springbok sevens player, Blue Bulls and now playing for Union Sportive Montalbanaise in the south of France. Amazing journey of hardwork and love for the game has brought him to where he is now. Awesome to catch up and goes to show that hard work pays off.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Chloe is a registered nurse in Newcastle, NSW Australia. She has recently quit her fulltime roll to pursue attaining her Pro license as a Triathlon Athlete. Super passionate about her craft and awesome to hear about her journey to date.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
What's Doin: Discussing relevant topics on what's caught my eye in the world of whatever really.
Ring in specials guests Murray,Dylan & Abel to hear their thoughts on Novak Djokovic, Ghislain Maxwell/Jeffrey Epstein and Kim Kardashian.
p.s working on that audio for future ring ins.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Andrew Fraser is an ex Policeman turned rugby coach and co-founder of Rugby Palooza. A Rugby conference / festival - coaches coaching coaches held in Lennox Head, NSW. A wealth of knowledge in Rugby and mental/physical toughness.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Marc is an insurance broker with a massive passion for football(Liverpool) and wildlife(Kruger National Park). Drive, hardwork and determination has got him to where he is today and it was cool to hear about it all.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!
Stephen Baard is a Namibian Cricketer. Sharing his experience of the Twenty20 World cup that has just passed. Stephen shares his story from how he nearly quit playing cricket to now playing on the biggest stage against the best of the best.
Great catching up with good mates.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!!
Ty is the owner and founder of The Better Today - the foundations of a positive mind. Ty shares his struggle and overcoming mental illness. How he is using his own story plus hrs of educating himself on the main pillars of overcoming mental illness to help others through their journey.
He currently has a journal available that you can use on his website www.wearebettertoday.com
Hope you enjoy!
Cath Wallis is an adventurer - a Ultra Trail Running type of adventurer. She decided at 40years old to start trail running and now lives her life a 100 or so kms at a time. Travelling the world entering into all different trail marathons that usually go for a week at a time. Some epic stories to be told.'
Hope you enjoy!
Glenn Turner is the Newcastle Hunter Rugby President. With a wealth of knowledge in the sport locally. Very transparent and in depth look into what Newcastle rugby needs to keep growing. Hunter Wildfires addition and what that does for rugby in the area. Abit of Hunter rugby History lesson in there too.
Hope you enjoy!
The Sports Collective is a newly founded business here in Newcastle. Their aim is to create strong partnerships between sporting clubs and local businesses with professional digital content. Brayden who is also a S&C coach is the mastermind behind the computer with Annika doing the connecting/marketing side to the business.
Love the idea, awesome energy they bring and was great to talk to them.
Hope you Enjoy!
Rose is an Australian Athlete who recently competed in the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. A really down to earth, full of energy Newcastle girl with an absolute passion for running. From 20km runs the morning after a big night out to altitude training in Switzerland and being a bit starstruck in the athlete village. Really cool story.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!
After recent news that the Hunter Wildfires have been granted a further 3 years in the Sydney Shute Shield. Head Coach Scott "Bubba" Coleman and President Brett "Sutho" Sutherland joined us to talk all things Wildfires rugby. The plans they have for the club and the rugby community of regional NSW and Newcastle.
We covered a ton of different topics and questions.
Look forward to seeing it all unfold.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!
Heath is the owner of Seeclothing a urban streetwear brand established in 2021 here in Newcastle. As well as being a proud Indigenous man. Heath talks about his upbringing, footy, being a role model for younger Indigenous generation and mental health.
Very cool, laid back guy but very driven at the same time.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!
Emma is a Yoga instructor in Newcastle who has completed 500hrs in India in two separate stints to become a full Yoga Instructor. Such a full of life and positive person. Was very interesting to hear her story about Yoga, how everything played out almost perfectly for her to pursue this passion.
Super interesting and insightful.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!
Quick around the grounds review of Rd14 Hunter Rugby. Will MKQ player management release Dylan Heins. RATABACCA is a serious handful for Singo. Some much better quality games coming into the business end of the season.
HOPE YOU ENJOY
Been a minute. Quick dive into round 13 of the Hunter Rugby Competition. Singo Bulls shock win. Inclusion of Wildfires players into various clubs definitely lifting the quality of games. Great to see. More to come
HOPE YOU ENJOY
Jaxon Tippet is a fitness coach who also has his own podcast I am Me podcast. Very determined, very motivating and a extremely driven guy. Jaxon shares his thoughts on the fitness industry, the state of social media and "influencers" how he navigates through it all. What keeps him focused and how living a healthy lifestyle from a young age has helped him carve his way to where he is now.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!
First ep of the new segment. That germ that's floating around in the air that's causing so much strife and hardship in the world, yeah you know the one. Well that's this week's topic. I've added my thought's on the situation here in Newcastle. Somehow I tagent into "Shooter" the film, pig hunting, someone I worked with in Moree and Denzel Washington.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!
Jordan Hartley, Chef and owner of meal prep company Jordan Hartley Health. Very passionate person who loves to cook. Mental health advocate who also has a OnlyFans page. Very transparent, very real and honest.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!
Owner of The Base PT, Jodi is as passionate as can be. loving every single minute of being a PT. With massive emphasis on being real and relatable. Jodi has worked her ass off to make this her reality. She shares her journey with us, where she sees the fitness industry going, the difficult time during covid and her massive plans for the future.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!
Rowan Kelly, part of only a handful of players to win premierships in both rugby league and rugby union top grade. From his glory days at Wyong Roos / Central to learning from scratch how to play union in the forwards. An absolute footy nerd.
Hunter rugby competition and his thoughts on Wildfires.
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Lesa is full of energy, very passionate person who always sees the bright side of life. Newly appointed President of Hamilton Hawks Rugby Club. Lesa has been involved with sport and coaching since she can remember.
Abdominal surgery setback steered her away from weights/crossfit and into trail running. Found her passion for it and recently completed UTA50km (with a torn calf) might I add.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!
Biggest celebrity in Newcastle rugby the big sexy William Soe. Willy tells us about his footy career here in Newy, from juniors up to seniors. Rep trips away to the country, playing u20s when he was only 15 years old. Toughest players his played against and some mad monday stories.
Also abit of a review of the latest Hunter rugby rounds.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!
TW - Our miscarriage experience, pretty much sharing our experience and owning our story to hopefully empower or help others as much as other stories have helped us.
Thank you!!
Round 5/6 Hunter Rugby & Wildfires Review and preview. Wrap up of the games with SeeYaHorsey. What we love seeing, what we see going forward and who is going to be there come finals time. Great results for the Green so far and can Hunter Rugby pull of a Mini MAGIC ROUND.
HOPE YOU ENJOY
Round 4 review with Southern Beaches favorite son, Adrian Delore.
We spoke about his rugby journey to date, a stint down at North's in Sydney as well as playing for Australian Uni 7s over in Wales.
All the important things like his best Mad Monday story and how the Hunter rugby comp is shaping up this year.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!
Woahhhhhhh! 50 episodes and we're just getting started.
Kendall and I answered all the questions sent in and went off on a couple tagents. A couple red wines deep and no holding back.
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Harry & Tommy are the brains behind Bandwagon Australia. A sustainable and ethically made clothing brand based in Newcastle. Established in 2020 we spoke about all the challenges that comes with starting a business a week or two before a global pandemic. What their WHY is for starting a business. Abit about their lives, how they came to meet and end up in beautiful Newcastle.
HOPE YOU ENJOY
Review Round 2 of Hunter Rugby Comp. Lucky it's only 20mins long. Things can get a little weird if i'm left alone for too long. Bit of a laugh around the grounds, nonetheless - Good results for Hamilton,Greens,Nelson Bay and Beaches.
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Round 1 of The HUNTER RUGBY season has come and gone. Delore brothers put on a clinic at the Sandpit to beat University. Great performances from all clubs involved, maybe some worrying signs for others.
But it's only round 1. Just stoked to have local footy back.
Wildfires go down to Norths but are improving each week.
HOPE YOU ENJOY
Together with SeeYaHorseyWrap we previewed the Hunter Rugby season that kicks off this Saturday. Abit of news around each club. All the ins and outs, who to look out for and abit of banter in between.
We'll look to do one each week during the season. Hopefully get a few boys/girls on to join us aswell.
Really just want to create more hype around the Hunter Rugby comp.
If you enjoyed the chat let us know.
LETS MAKE HUNTER RUGBY GREAT AGAIN
Catch up with the Manu Gang - Carl, Tana, Devante and young Sunny Manu before the Shute Shield starts.
Carl, Captain of Hunter Wildfires First Grade, Devante and Tana both playing 2nd Grade. Was good to hear what's been going on in pre season, how all the boys are getting along and what we can expect from this season.
GET BEHIND THE BOYS NEWCASTLE!
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Sat down with Hayden in his apartment on The Hills in Newcastle. Came across his story via instagram a year ago. He had blogged his story but I know you can only explain or say so much via words.
In short Hayden has suffered numerous concussions throughout his rugby league career and it got really bad. So bad that the Drs told his family that the next time they bring him to hospital could potentially be the last time they ever do.
So glad he has found a solution to his troubles and can happily tell the tail.
Great chat with a top bloke.
HOPE YOU ENJOY
Craig Barry is a professional rugby player, plying his trade at The Cheetahs Rugby Union in Bloemfontein, South Africa.
He is also part of Be The Difference Foundation, a foundation focused on helping the less fortunate reach their true potential.
Great story of determination and never give up attitude!
HOPE YOU ENJOY
Croc is a musician doing his best work in and around Newcastle music scene. A cover artist adding his own flavor to all kinds of songs. Croc is also an avid foodie with a passion for food and sharing his Filipino style to it. With his own range of marinade and hot sauce. Was awesome meeting this local legend.
HOPE YOU ENJOY
Nico is a former professional rugby player who is currently training to play in the Canadian Football League. His ultimate goal is to end up playing in the NFL. We spoke about his heavy training regime, his goals and WHY he wants to play American Football.
Very focused and determined individual.
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We're considering changing the name to this podseries. Any suggestions please forward them on. But alot has happened since the last mini-me episode so we had alot to talk about. New house, retired from rugby, Slater is at school with a ton of new germs and casual banter from the boss of the house(Me ofcourse haha)
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Francois AKA Slak plays prop forward for Northampton Saints in England. His story isn't as simple as him playing 83 games for the Saints. There's been plenty up and downs along the way. Speaking openly about his struggles with injuries and mental health and what helped him overcome these obstacles. He goes on to talk about his desire to play for England and with his work ethic and determination I definitely see that happening. Was a pleasure!
Hope you enjoy!
Banjo works on an oyster farm and on weekends in a fish shop. Grew up in Tathra, NSW on a huge property. Country living moulded him into the energetic, passionate and full of life person he is today. Fishing is without a doubt his passion and it was awesome to hear about some of the stories he has gathered over the years. From fishing for sharks to catching 39 fish in one day.
HOPE YOU ENJOY!
Marcus is a father, loving partner, business owner of MVR Painting and has his own podcast - The Topdeck Podcast.
All of this has come after great struggle where Marcus openly shares his story today to inspire or help others. He faced a lot of tough and difficult situations and battled through them all. Drug addiction, divorce, depression, homelessness and more. Owning his story today and being open about it helps him move forward to become a better version of himself daily for his loved ones.
Hope You Enjoy!
Komiti is a musician, thriving in the Newcastle music scene. You can catch him playing most weekends in and around Newcastle. He also has two singles out on all music platforms.
Friendly, loveable guy with a massive passion for music and performing. Hard work has got him to where he is now and it was awesome to hear his story.
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The last HOORAAA podcast for 2020. What a year it's been!
Kendall shares with us what she has learnt this year being back at work and being a mother. Good insights into overcoming anxiety related to work dramas and how she handled them. We also spoke about her time overseas, a very well travelled girl she is.
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Former professional cricketer now mental health advocate, ultra marathon runner and Lifeline Australia volunteer.
Who now spends his time helping and encouraging people to speak out about mental health. Founder of Newy100km he spoke about the grueling events he has taken part in and how it has mentally strengthened him.
Had a blast,
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Just wanted share a few things with you guys. I felt like all my guests were opening up and sharing their stories so I wanted to share more about what's been going on in my life this year.
Open, honest and vulnerable.
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Please go listen to Part 1 episode with Shorina, everything we discuss in part 2 will make so much more sense.
Had so many more question around mental health, anxiety and general well being when it comes to your metal state.
Shorina has a ton of knowledge within this space and was kind enough to share a few tips with us around normalizing mental health discussions.
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The boys from Off The Record podcast were generous enough to have me on their poddy a few weeks back. Man this was one of the biggest giggles yet. Been really cool meeting new friends on this podcast journey and i'm sure i'll be catching up with Jonsey & Mossy in the future again!
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Shorina is a Mum, Partner, friend and business owner.
She owns and runs a lingerie e-commerce business Bras By S empowering women through self care and lingerie.
She is also the writer, counsellor and mentor for Mindful soul collective, empowering you to live with purpose,self-love & growth.
Search her IG @mindfulsoulcollective for a free 35 page mini course.
Owner and founder of Maxwell Recruitment & Training. Built for Heavy Industry, Mining, Engineering and Construction in Newcastle and the Hunter region.
Peter tells us about his upbringing and what led to him starting up Maxwell Recruitment, together with a crash in the coal price that led to Maxwell Recruitment & Training. So much to take out of this episode.
A very motivating and inspirational man.
I really enjoyed this episode, hope you do too!
This episode is a bit more of a serious one with us talking about our experience with the newborn phase of parenting and Kendall opening up and sharing her inner struggles with becoming a mum. Enjoy guys and please handle this one with respect and grace for how vulnerable Kendall gets.
Hayden is an electrician plying his trade down in Canberra. The Spiritual leader of The Waratahs Rugby Club in Newcastle. We spoke about everything really.
Hayden is known for his wild nights out around Newcastle and we were lucky enough to hear a few of them on this episode.
I love speaking to friends or people who don't hide who they are and Hayden is definitely one of those friends. My ribs were hurting from laughter.
The free, wild and unapologetic HERO/DISCO.
Thanks to Anejo Tequila for fueling this episode (not a sponsor)
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Mark is a strength and conditioning coach based in Newcastle. Recently launched "train with me" for anyone around the world to join in on his training schedule. From trial running to bow shooting and lifting weights.
We spoke about a lot of different shit too!
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Power couple inspo right here. Grayson and Chelsea are entrepreneurs at heart who have found the perfect combination of business and love with the success of Puresport CBD Premium & Trusted CBD for an active lifestyle.
They have had very different journey's, Chelsea being an international model and Grayson a professional rugby player.
Was great to hear their stories.
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Birthing a mini me! Our intense labour and delivery story, the lead up and more.
Chatting and sharing about the biggest day of our lives and how it feels the day our best mate is born.
Plus KENDALL OVERSHARES, AS USUAL!
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Mark The Super Samoan Hunt is a Mixed Martial Artist competing in the heavyweight division. Known for his powerful knockout and walk offs. Mark is currently standing alongside many other fighters in a lawsuit against the UFC for fair pay to the fighters.
Check out his book - Born to Fight: The bestselling story of UFC champion Mark Hunt, the real life Rocky.
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Mr Findaway or Kolo is the man behind FINDAWAY FITNESS. A weights based group training, training bodies and mindsets. A soon to be gym owner and a Dad.
A true story of persistence and a never give up attitude.
Raw emotion and honesty in this episode shows how dedicated and passionate he is about what he does.
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Bryce is a F45 trainer, he has played first grade footy in union and league in Newcastle as well. We spoke about his journey through trying to crack pro footy, all the ups and downs along the way. Was really cool to see how much he opened up about mental health and the battles he has faced and overcome.
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This episode we chat about pregnancy and the key moments and symptoms that sculpted our experience. Stay tuned for the next episode where we have a baby! Hit up Part 1 for how to make a baby.
Zinzan plays fullback for Austin Gilgronis in the USMLR. Was great to get him on and chat about his rugby career, moving over to USA at a young age and all that goes on in American sport. He played abit of NFL before switching back to Rugby Union and has been apart of the Major League Rugby from the start.
Good yarns, hope you enjoy!
Ben is an APA Titled Sport & Exercise Physiotherapist as well as a ASCA Level 2 Strength & Conditioning coach.
Was great to chat about what players of any sport can do to minimise injuries when returning to the playing field. A very passionate and determined dude.
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Making a Mini-Me will be an on-going series where Kendall and I(Mainly Kendall) share our parenthood stories. From making a baby to raising a beast and everything in between. No holding back or censoring on this one or any of the future episodes.
Hope you enjoy it.
Ivan is a Crypto currency Philanthropist/Investor with a wealth of knowledge within the digital currency space. We spoke about the current state of fiat currency vs digital currency and how everything that is going on in the world is changing the way people think about money and investing it.
DISCLAIMER: NOT FINANCIAL ADVISORS
Waratahs & Wallaby Prop forward HJ Holmes. Very laid back but hard working rugby player, left Newcastle to chase his dreams in Sydney.
Few years later, running out for the Wallabies vs South Africa at Ellis Park. We chat about everything in between, from winning the Shute Shield to debuting for the Waratahs.
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Craig works at Swartberg Game Reserve, family owned wildlife reserve in Oudtshoorn, Cape Town, South Africa. We spoke about the day to day tasks of running a wildlife reserve and his passion for wildlife.
Poaching, Endangered Species, Poisonous Snakes, Fishing and Travelling were some of the topics we spoke about.
Some really interesting discussions with a very knowledgable guy.
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Someone that motivated me to start a podcast. Really knowledgable and down to earth guy who gets a massive kick out of helping others. Owner of YKTR and host of The Ice Project podcast - Mr Isaac John aka IICE
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Team Future are a South African/Cape Town based sports skills company. Highly qualified cricket coach, Coach Manny and son Rayner share their stories and experiences. Being family friends for 20+ years, it was awesome to re - live some old times and hearing what drives and motivates them today. Really enjoyed and this one and I hope you guys do too.
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Maks currently plays rugby for Stade Toulousain or Toulouse.
Really enjoyed reflecting on his journey from playing at one of the most prestigious boys Rugby Schools in South Africa to now playing at one of the best Rugby clubs in the world.
Maks talks about some of the players his played with and against, some of the coaches he has worked with and how these key people have moulded his career to date.
What a powerful dude, loved this one!
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Rugby League player for Scotland and Leigh Centurions. Was cool to speak to Nick about his journey in rugby league, how much league has done for him and his ups and downs along the way. Nick is also a qualified Teacher and a Barista.
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Was LEKKER to catch up with a school friend of mine Johny - Hubert Meyer who plays for The Sharks in Durban, South Africa. We spoke about his rugby career and how much rugby has done for him. The highs and lows and everything in - between. Was really cool getting to hear about his hobbies outside of footy as well.
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Like I said, we're definitely going to have a part 2. We spoke about Ryan's football career, how it is playing infront of 50 000+ people, how Pointbreak Fitness is adapting to Covid-19 situation and how he has overcome horrendous injuries on and off the field.
Was really inspiring to hear how much Franzel has overcome in her life. Life threatening surgery to Oman Desert marathon, running the NYC Marathon and jumping straight on a plane to be at work the next day. Inspiring story. STAY HOME & LISTEN TO PODDYS
Mike Provis is a pommy living here in sunny Newcastle, Australia. He is a father to two beautiful girls with his 3rd baby being "Provskickingclinic". Was great chatting to him about his rugby career and his passion for educating the next generation. Hope you enjoy the podcast. STAY HOME & LISTEN TO PODDYS.
Had a great yarn to a good friend of mine Mr Carl Manu. Was really good to hear Carls full story including debuting for Samoa at the age of 18 and how rugby has taken him all over the world. Now living in sunny Newcastle with his wife and daughter still pushing his mental and physical barriers. The KING!
Big yarns with our Kiwi bro about pretty much everything Kiwi. Full on insight into the Christchurch earthquakes, being involved in a strong rugby family and the highs and lows of semi professional rugby. Loved the chat. Hope you guys enjoy it!
Slater's Godfather and family friend of ours sits down with The Unprofessional Professional poddy, chatting all things work/family/sport/culture and just good yarns. Hit him up for some high quality Banana Bread.
Introduction to The Unprofessional//Professional podcast. Me opening up with my story along with my Fiance Kendall. Chatting all things footy, life, fatherhood and more.