We are Human with Sam Thaiday

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We are Human with Sam Thaiday

This new weekly podcast with NRL larrikin Sam Thaiday delves into mental health in our elite sport stars. Long after the last siren sounds and the last autograph is signed how do these athletes transition into every day life.  In the first 4 episodes Sam tells his story. The highest of highs and the lowest of lows from growing up in a mixed race family, to his own struggles with low self worth and the end of his NRL days.   Episode 1 drops Wednesday October 28th, wherever you get your podcasts

  1. SEASON 1 TRAILER

    Sam Has A New Footy Podcast - Sneak Peek

    Saint Sinner Winner is a new sport Podcast from Sammy and a few of his mates. Give it a listen here and a folllow here  Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/22wOs8rHaemYlcVzVIFgPW?si=ec02e570283f4cf8 Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/saint-sinner-winner/id1673257365 New Eps every Tuesday    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1 min
  2. Jayden Nikorima

    24/10/2021

    Jayden Nikorima

    Jayden story is one with many highs and lows. A young NRL superstar disgraced at his first club, then finding his way back to not just the NRL but to being a better human.  to find out more about Bro camp or Glenn Azar who has helped Jayden on his road back to the NRL head here  https://buildingbetterhumansproject.com.au/podcast/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    41 min
  3. Ian Roberts

    17/10/2021

    Ian Roberts

    Ian Roberts is an NRL/ARL enforcer, and was one of the first players to ‘come out’ and identify as being gay within the NRL. In this in depth chat with Sam, he talks about the struggles of coming to terms with his sexuality and his passion to help others.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    58 min
  4. Anthony Seibold

    10/10/2021

    Anthony Seibold

    Anthony Seibold has played, coached and loves NRL.In this intimate chat with Sam he talks about his start, his passion for the game and the terrible lows he has faced in the NRL. From social media bullying to his feelings on leaving the Broncos and how life looks now.   It’s a chat you don’t want to miss See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    43 min
  5. Corey Brown -Jockey

    04/10/2021

    Corey Brown -Jockey

    Corey Brown is an Australian Jockey who has won 2 Melbourne Cups and has ridden 2,466 winners and 49 Group 1 winners. He was at the top of his game when he fell of a horse while riding in the Queensland Derby and shattered his T7 and severely damaged his T4 vertebrae. At the time of this recording Corey didn’t know if he would ride again. Corey officially retired in March of 2021. You can listen to Corey’s podcast about the Melbourne Cup called Road To The Cup here.  https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/road-to-the-cup-with-corey-brown/id1584285508 Follow him on Social here https://www.instagram.com/coreybrownjock/   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    31 min
  6. Pete Murray

    26/09/2021

    Pete Murray

    Welcome back to Season 1+ of We are Human with Sam Thaiday.  So far Sam has spoken with elite athletes to talk about their own mental health challenges and how although they may be superstars on the field, they are just like everyone else.  In the next five epsiodes we are casting the net a little wider and in this first episode Sam chats with good mate and Singer/Songwriter Pete Murray.   Pete's new single is called 'Hold me Steady' is available now to stream.      See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    43 min
  7. Carl Webb

    20/12/2020

    Carl Webb

    Carl Webb was one of the NRL's toughest players. He played for state, country, 3 different clubs and in the indigenous team across his career.  He was the fiercest competitor, someone you would love by your side and would never back down from a fight.  Now Carl faces the toughest fight of his life as he battles Motor Neuron Disease (MND) at the age of 40.  In this episode Carl we talk about his journey and how he feels now.  Your can support Carl and others living with MND here  Carl Webb Foundation   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    39 min
  8. Greg Inglis

    13/12/2020

    Greg Inglis

    We played lots of football together for our state and our country. G.I is considered one of the best players of our time. We sat down together to explore the highs and the lows and his own battle with mental health.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    42 min
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This new weekly podcast with NRL larrikin Sam Thaiday delves into mental health in our elite sport stars. Long after the last siren sounds and the last autograph is signed how do these athletes transition into every day life.  In the first 4 episodes Sam tells his story. The highest of highs and the lowest of lows from growing up in a mixed race family, to his own struggles with low self worth and the end of his NRL days.   Episode 1 drops Wednesday October 28th, wherever you get your podcasts

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