Menvolution: Recent Episodes
Menvolution
Menvolution is a podcast talking to well-known Kiwi men about resilience and well being - in association with Men’s Health Trust New Zealand and Two Dudes.
Dai Henwood is one of New Zealand’s most-notable comedians and has been for more than two decades.
He’s travelled the world doing so, hosted tv shows and won countless awards, all with a massive smile on his face.
But as Dai talks about, it's been a tough journey towards a place of real peace.
As you may know, Dai made it public earlier this year that he has stage 4 cancer and as a result, it's been a long journey of all sorts of emotions including accepting death.
He also shares his journey with meditation and sobriety, chasing success in cricket and yes, the Warriors.
Just a heads up, maybe have some tissues for this one - it's a pretty emotional one!
As always, if you like what you hear, feel free to flick a message to Men’s Health Trust New Zealand on social media, or Alex on Instagram at alexchapmannz and make sure to like and rate the podcast on whatever platform you may be listening.
Mike is arguably New Zealand's best and most recognisable newsreader.
Having started in radio, before moving to tv, Mike has worked in journalism for 40 years, most of that with TV3 and Newshub.
He’s covered World Cups, Commonwealth and Olympic Games, but also gone into countless war zones and natural disasters, all to tell stories and share the personal side of them all.
But as Mike talks about, behind the camera of those moments, there's plenty of trauma. He talks about the toll they've taken, his powerful and challenging journey with te reo, and struggling with identity.
Just a heads up, maybe have some tissues for this one; it does get quite emotional.
As always, if you like what you hear, feel free to flick a message to Men’s Health Trust New Zealand on social media, or Alex on Instagram at alexchapmannz and make sure to like and rate the podcast on whatever platform you may be listening.
Bryce Casey is one of the most well-known broadcasters in the country having been with the Rock for over two decades, most notably on the Morning Rumble, and in 2020 was named the recipient of the Sir Paul Holmes award which essentially is the radio broadcaster of the year.
Bryce talks about his love for his job, his family, his love for his mates and family, how grateful he is and how he’s writing a book.
But he also discusses losing friends and whanau to suicide, and how his experiences with that have shaped his life and job.
On that note, massive trigger warning, we spend a good amount of time talking about it so if that is something that upsets you or someone you know, please, please, please seek help. There are plenty of amazing networks and programmes out there who can help ya out.
Also, there’s a fair bit of swearing in this, so if you have kids around, be aware.
As always, if you like what you hear, feel free to flick a message to Men’s Health Trust New Zealand on social media, or Alex on Instagram at @alexchapmannz and make sure to like and rate the podcast on whatever platform you may be listening.
Sam Dakin is one of New Zealand’s leading track cycling sprinters.
He was part of the men’s trio that secured bronze at this year’s Commonwealth Games - a cycling programme on the rise, reaping the rewards after a devastating 12 months.
In this episode Sam talks about losing mate Olivia Podmore, the post-Games blues following his first Olympic campaign, his struggles with OCD, his various business ventures, and how important having a strong support system in place is.
A trigger warning; we do touch on suicide in this episode, so if it is something which upsets you, please seek help, there are plenty of amazing networks and programmes out there.
If you like what you hear, feel free to flick a message to Men’s Health Trust New Zealand on social media, or me on Instagram @alexchapmannz and make sure to like and rate the podcast on whatever platform you may be listening.
If you want to check out more of what Sam's doing with Slow Coffee - they’re on Instagram @sl.owcoffee and Podium is podium_recruit
Joe Naufahu’s best known as an actor who’s worked in some of the biggest shows here and around the world, including Game of Thrones.
He’s also a businessman with his gym Ludus Magnus and a former athlete.
But as Joe shares, it’s not all cameras and cardio, it’s been a journey of darkness, pain and anxiety to get there.
Joe talks about his career-ending injury, how he climbed out of those tough times, his relationship with alcohol, his journey with his mum’s own health battles and shares his toolbox.
Some housekeeping: apologies for the gap in time between episodes - Alex was away for work and then a holiday, but we’re now back and super fizzed to keep the pod going.
Also, we had a little bit of an audio issue at the start, but it only lasts a couple of minutes, so please bear with.
If you like what you hear, feel free to flick a message to Men’s Health Trust New Zealand on social media, or Alex on Instagram at alexchapmannz and make sure to like and rate the podcast on whatever platform you may be listening.
Chris Morrison founded one of the most iconic brands in New Zealand - Phoenix Organics drinks.
Let’s be honest, we’ve probably all had a Phoenix drink but the journey for us to be able to taste it was a long one for Chris and his team.
In this episode he talks about the early challenges of it, the decision to sell the company and the process of letting go of something so big in his life, the importance of balance and how crucial it is to have his own space from everything else in life.
King Kapisi is one of the most-well known names in New Zealand music - a leading hip hop artist, MC, producer, DJ and muso.
He’s travelled the world and worked with some of the biggest names; Metallica, Black Eyed Peas and the Red Hot Chilli Peppers. But as he shares in this episode, for a Samoan lad from Wellington, it’s been a bloody tough journey.
King Kapisi shares what it was like coming into the industry when he did and falling out of love with music, the challenges of learning to be kind to himself, and why Maori and Pasifika need a greater voice.
Steve Dunstan is the Brand Director and co-founder of Huffer, and someone passionate about mental wellness.
Since starting Huffer in 1997, Steve’s gone on to become one of the country’s leading minds in business and fashion, and arguably most-importantly, community.
But it's also been 25 years of self doubt, challenges personally and with the business and a few dark times - but as he shares he’s managed to overcome them by chatting, surfing and engaging with good people.
Keven Mealamu is an All Blacks great.
He played 132 times for the All Blacks, becoming one of the world’s best hookers.
Since retirement, he’s been an ambassador for NZR and has worked with various charities and in his community, and is now getting ready for his boxing debut.
In this episode, Keven talks about overcoming adversity, the pressure of being in the spotlight, finding his support person and losing close friends.