Team CPNZ - Endurance Sports Podcast

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The Team CPNZ Podcast discusses all things endurance sports, from riding, running, kayaking, swimming, triathlon, multisport we do it all. Learn from experts and special guests so you can nail your next event.

  1. TEAMCPNZ present : WHAKA 100 Season 5 Ep1

    6d ago

    TEAMCPNZ present : WHAKA 100 Season 5 Ep1

    Welcome back to the TeamCPNZ podcast, and what a way to kick off the 2026 season. I'm your host Richard Greer, and in this episode I sit down with Thomas Falconer , a man with some very serious unfinished business at the Whaka100.Thomas came up against the time cuts last year and it clearly lit a fire. We talk about what went wrong, what's changed, and exactly how he's preparing to make sure this year goes very differently. I pre-recorded this one yesterday and honestly , of all the interviews I've done over the years, this one was a genuine highlight. The conversation went places I wasn't expecting. Oh, and stay tuned, because at some point we get into why I may or may not be bringing our pet lambs up to the event this year. Yes, really. You'll want to hear that one for yourself.Let's get into it. TEAMCPNZ MEDIA Richard Greer – @ric.greer https://www.teamcp.co.nz @teamcpnz https://www.facebook.com/teamcpnz WHAKA 100 https://www.whaka100.co.nz/

    28 min
  2. TEAMCPNZ QUICK CONNECT EP 66 – Alternative Voluntary Collective – ‘STAY INFORMED AND STAY CONNECTED’

    Jun 26

    TEAMCPNZ QUICK CONNECT EP 66 – Alternative Voluntary Collective – ‘STAY INFORMED AND STAY CONNECTED’

    TEAMCPNZ QUICK CONNECT – ‘STAY INFORMED AND STAY CONNECTED’ Our next TeamCPNZ Community Connect Podcast is a little different—and one we're really excited to share. This episode, we sit down with Mark from the Alternative Voluntary Collective (AVC), a passionate group of mountain bikers based in Christchurch's Port Hills who have turned their love of riding into something much bigger. What started as maintaining local trails that needed a bit of TLC has grown into designing, building and improving new trails for the whole community to enjoy. So why are we chatting with Mark? As we gear up for our TeamCPNZ July Tour de France Challenge, kicking off on 1 July, we wanted this year's challenge to be about more than just chasing kilometres and vertical metres. We wanted to give something back. This year, proceeds from the challenge will help support the incredible work the AVC does to build and maintain the Port Hills trail network—creating lasting infrastructure that benefits thousands of runners, walkers and riders every year. Our TeamCPNZ community stretches across New Zealand, Australia and around the globe, but chances are that one day you'll find yourself exploring the Christchurch Port Hills. When you do, you'll know you played a small part in helping create and maintain the trails beneath your feet (or tyres). Join us for a great conversation with Mark as he shares the story behind the AVC, the work that goes into building world-class trails, and how our community can help make a lasting impact. 🚴 The TeamCPNZ July Tour de France Challenge starts 1 July! Find out more and sign up here:https://www.teamcp.co.nz/whats-on/teamcpnz-july-tdf-challenge/ And the AVC : @Alternative_Vollie Collective Ride. Climb. Challenge yourself. And help build the trails of tomorrow. CPNZ MEDIA Richard Greer – @ric.greer https://www.teamcp.co.nz @teamcpnz https://www.facebook.com/teamcpnz

    13 min
  3. TEAMCPNZ QUICK CONNECT EP 65 – Joe Nation – ‘STAY INFORMED AND STAY CONNECTED’

    Jun 19

    TEAMCPNZ QUICK CONNECT EP 65 – Joe Nation – ‘STAY INFORMED AND STAY CONNECTED’

    TEAMCPNZ QUICK CONNECT – ‘STAY INFORMED AND STAY CONNECTED’ Today we're joined by someone who truly embodies the spirit of adventure - Joe Nation. Joe is an incredible athlete who is helping push the boundaries of the rapidly growing world of ultra bikepacking racing. Recently named a Giant Bikes Ambassador, Joe has spent the last few years taking on some of the toughest self-supported endurance races on the planet, where athletes ride thousands of kilometres solo, managing their own navigation, food, sleep and every challenge that comes their way, all in a race against the clock. In this episode we chat about Joe's journey from racing the Enduro World Series through to his outstanding third-place finish in the 4,500km Tour Divide from Alberta, Canada to the US-Mexico border. We also dive into his incredible victory at the legendary 2,000km Silk Road Mountain Race in Kyrgyzstan, featuring an astonishing 30,000 metres of climbing through some of the world's most spectacular alpine terrain. Closer to home, Joe has also been creating his own adventures, including setting a Fastest Known Time on the Kahurangi 500 - an epic loop taking in the Heaphy Track, Old Ghost Road, Tākaka and Murchison. Be sure to check Joe out on social media, and especially subscribe to his YouTube channel where he documents these incredible adventures with some fantastic storytelling and cinematography. At the end of this episode we also chat about his latest mission - an adventurous crossing to the West Coast via Browning Pass, south of Arthur's Pass. You can watch how it all unfolded in his latest film, "No Country for Bikes." So, settle in and enjoy this inspiring conversation with Joe Nation. If you've ever dreamed of your next big adventure, this episode might just be the motivation you've been looking for. CPNZ MEDIA Richard Greer – @ric.greer https://www.teamcp.co.nz @teamcpnz https://www.facebook.com/teamcpnz

    50 min
  4. TEAMCPNZ QUICK CONNECT EP 64 – Alejandro Escobar– ‘STAY INFORMED AND STAY CONNECTED’

    Jun 12

    TEAMCPNZ QUICK CONNECT EP 64 – Alejandro Escobar– ‘STAY INFORMED AND STAY CONNECTED’

    TEAMCPNZ QUICK CONNECT - ‘STAY INFORMED AND STAY CONNECTED’ In this episode, we catch up with Alejandro Escobar, who recently completed an incredible adventure in the Scottish Highlands, running the West Highland Way over five days before taking on the climb of Ben Nevis on day six. Alejandro has been part of our community for more than four years. Like many of our athletes from around the globe, we first got to know him when he signed up for the two-day individual event at the Coast to Coast. Since then, he has returned to complete the Longest Day and also ticked off the Kepler Challenge late last year. We chat about what it was like to run through the Scottish Highlands across multiple days, the challenges and highlights of the journey, and a few other memorable adventure races and missions he has completed along the way. CPNZ MEDIA Richard Greer – @ric.greer https://www.teamcp.co.nz @teamcpnz https://www.facebook.com/teamcpnz

    43 min
  5. TEAMCPNZ QUICK CONNECT EP 63 – May Metres '26 – ‘STAY INFORMED AND STAY CONNECTED’

    Jun 5

    TEAMCPNZ QUICK CONNECT EP 63 – May Metres '26 – ‘STAY INFORMED AND STAY CONNECTED’

    TEAMCPNZ QUICK CONNECT EP 63 – May Metres Special – ‘STAY INFORMED AND STAY CONNECTED’ Welcome to our recap of our May Metres challenge. It has been an awesome month with over 60 people signing up and getting involved with the goal of seeing how many vertical metres you could climb over the month. Today we chat to the top three finishers, Shiraz Mullholand, Craig Moore and Mat Gordon to hear their stories, how they made it work and what they learnt. We also share a number of special mentions from an epic month of climbing. Well done to everyone who got involved and thanks for being part of our Team.

    38 min
  6. TEAMCPNZ QUICK CONNECT EP 62 – James Kay – ‘STAY INFORMED AND STAY CONNECTED’

    May 29

    TEAMCPNZ QUICK CONNECT EP 62 – James Kay – ‘STAY INFORMED AND STAY CONNECTED’

    Welcome back to another episode of CP Community Connect. In this episode we catch up with long-time TeamCPNZ athlete James Kay. Over the past almost 10 years with the team, James has taken on a huge range of adventures and events, from multisport and mountain biking through to running and triathlon. Earlier this year in Taupō, James delivered yet another personal best performance, qualifying for the 70.3 Triathlon World Championships in Nice, a massive achievement and the next step towards his biggest goal yet. In today’s episode we chat training, racing, consistency, balancing life and sport, and everything in between as James prepares for the biggest challenge of his endurance journey so far. CPNZ MEDIA Richard Greer – @ric.greer https://www.teamcp.co.nz @teamcpnz https://www.facebook.com/teamcpnz

    36 min
  7. TEAMCPNZ QUICK CONNECT EP 61 – David Manning – ‘STAY INFORMED AND STAY CONNECTED’

    May 22

    TEAMCPNZ QUICK CONNECT EP 61 – David Manning – ‘STAY INFORMED AND STAY CONNECTED’

    Welcome back to the TEAMCPNZ Community Connect Podcast! In this episode we catch up with TeamCPNZ athlete David Manning following his recent 50km ultra marathon on the West Coast Wilderness Trail. We chat about his race experience, the build up to the event, lessons from the day and even dive into his surprisingly simple pre-race meal the night before! We also switch gears and talk family adventure, with David recently completing the Kepler Track alongside his family. We chat about how the kids handled the adventure, what they carried, and David shares some great tips for getting the whole crew outdoors, making memories and actually enjoying the journey together. A great mix of endurance, adventure and real-life family outdoors chat. CPNZ MEDIA Richard Greer – @ric.greer https://www.teamcp.co.nz @teamcpnz https://www.facebook.com/teamcpnz

    42 min
  8. RUN AKAROA 2026 : DEBUT EVENT FINISH LINE

    May 20

    RUN AKAROA 2026 : DEBUT EVENT FINISH LINE

    In this episode we bring you a few finishline interviews from the very first RUN AKAROA. Welcome to the Bonus Run Akaroa Finish Line Chats for 2026 These are always my favourite podcasts to put together, recorded live at the finish line where the legs are sore, emotions are high and the stories are real. A massive congratulations to everyone who took part in the debut Run Akaroa event. Whether you were racing for the podium, chasing a personal goal or simply enjoying the day with friends and family, it was awesome to see the Akaroa community come alive. From sprint finishes and champagne celebrations to runners in jeans (yes… really ), this first edition delivered plenty of memorable moments. Huge credit to Kerry Uren and the team for bringing this long-time vision to life, alongside the incredible support from Akaroa Salmon and the local community. So kick back, start recovering those legs and enjoy hearing the stories from across an epic inaugural event CPNZ MEDIA Richard Greer – @ric.greer https://www.teamcp.co.nz @teamcpnz https://www.facebook.com/teamcpnz www.runakaroa.com

    32 min
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The Team CPNZ Podcast discusses all things endurance sports, from riding, running, kayaking, swimming, triathlon, multisport we do it all. Learn from experts and special guests so you can nail your next event.

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