Jamie Pennell is a former NZ army and SAS member who has been awarded the countries second highest military honor..

He now has a book out about his unimaginable life experiences called “Serviceman J”

In this episode we talk about his early years and his initial decision to join the army.

What’s involved with becoming a member of the SAS.

His deployments to Afghanistan and encounters with Taliban suicide bombers.

Fighting alongside Wilie Apiata,

Being awarded the NZ Gallantry star.

How he found himself again after leaving the military and adjusted back to civilian life and much more.

I found this conversation super inspiring-Jamie Pennell and seen and done some terrifying things and has had to do a lot of self-work to make sure his transition back to a regular civilian has been a success.

This episode is an edge-of-your-seat and deeply human look into the life of a dedicated serviceman. Jamie was so generous with his time and experiences, which involve revisiting some pretty grim situations, so I hope you guys like it.

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Cameron Rodger is the Managing Director of Entain New Zealand, that’s the company that runs the TAB and the brand new app “Betcha.”

I invited Cam on for a podcast conversation because Betcha is jumping on board as a podcast sponsor.

I thought it would be a good idea to put some questions to him about what Entain is doing to manage harmful gambling in New Zealand. And what sort of guard rails they have to keep the people who need help safe.

I like having a small sports bet every now and then, but I am well aware that it does a lot of damage to some people so I was keen to get an understanding of the work they do.

This isn’t a puff piece. But it isn’t a hit job either.

Cam and Entain didn’t request the questions in advance. Nor did they ask for any content control.

I found it informative, and I learned a lot and I hope you do too.

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Christian Cullen is one of the greatest rugby players of all time. In the world.

In his All Black career from 1997 to 2003 he smashed records and made an impact that is unlikely to ever be repeated.

In this conversation we chat about a bunch of stuff including

His All Black debut. And the intimidation of being a newbie in a star-studded team.

The controversy of being played at Centre for the 1999 RWC

His relationship with John Mitchell, the coach who ended his All Black career.

His bittersweet last game in NZ which saw him get a standing ovation at Wellingtons cake tin.

His life post rugby, his time on Celebrity Treasure Island and much much more.

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