What a Lad

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What a Lad is a podcast by James Marshall who talks to some of the biggest names and best lads on the planet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Mitchell Scott- What a Lad

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    Mitchell Scott- What a Lad

    Mitchell Scott was one of the most talented outside backs in New Zealand rugby, electric pace, unreal footwork, and a try-scoring instinct few could match. But behind the highlight reels was a rollercoaster journey through tragedy, addiction, injuries, and redemption. From losing his father at just three years old, to wearing an ankle bracelet just months before representing New Zealand U20s in one of the greatest teams ever assembled. Mitch’s story is raw, honest and full of lessons. In this episode we dive into: - His early years and the loss that shaped his drive. - The influence of drugs and alcohol from a young age - How he made the NZ 20s after just coming off home detention. - Why he had to get out of Perth while playing for the force - Addiction, psychosis and recovery - Finding peace, purpose and passion again through coaching in Otago - The power of mental health, routine, and clean living - How he’s preparing for fatherhood and helping young players avoid his mistakes And heaps more. This episode sums up what the What a Lad podcast is all about, it’s brutally honest, funny, emotional, and inspiring, a true What a Lad story! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  2. Jacob Ellison- What a Lad

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    Jacob Ellison- What a Lad

    Jacob Ellison is one of Wellington’s great unsung heroes – a tough, mobile front-rower who gave absolutely everything every time he pulled on a jersey. From the Wellington Lions and Hurricanes to the Highlanders, the Māori All Blacks and several seasons in Japan, Jacob built a reputation as the ultimate team man. But this chat is about far more than scrums. Jacob opens up about his remarkable life: His unusual pathway from the wing to the front row The shift from Hurricanes to Highlanders and life as a “middle-ground” pro How he's managed having epilepsy throughout his career His powerful and emotional journey with IVF, loss and finally becoming a dad The key to managing the life after rugby transition Some classic stories including an interesting epilepsy diagnosis from a Japanese doctor Learning the hard way about agents, contracts and preparing for life after rugby And heaps more including your questions! It’s funny, raw and inspiring – from yellow-jersey court sessions to Jamie Joseph’s sniper-rifle pep talks, right through to the lessons he passes on to young players today. If you love genuine stories from genuine people, this is a special listen. #WhatALad #RugbyPodcast #JacobEllison Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  3. Kylem O'Donnell- What a Lad

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    Kylem O'Donnell- What a Lad

    Kylem O’Donnell is a lad who has truly lived the highs and lows of chasing the rugby dream. From starring at Hamilton Boys’ High to winning an NPC title with Taranaki and travelling the world with the All Blacks Sevens, he looked destined for it all. But behind the speed, fitness and flair, Kylem’s story is one of setbacks, mental battles, and resilience. In this episode he opens up like never before from the challenge of dealing with injuries and non-selection, to a being on the receiving end of brutal bouncer assault. He even shares some incredibly hard moments in his life including a terrifying drug-induced psychosis that had him running along the motorway naked! However the most powerful of all are the moments where Kylem shares his raw struggles with mental health, including times he nearly didn’t make it through, and the support that helped him fight back. This episode is not just about the rugby it’s about honesty, vulnerability, and rediscovering who you are. An incredible chat with a man who is now using his own journey to inspire and help others. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  4. Mark Hammett- What a Lad

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    Mark Hammett- What a Lad

    Mark Hammett has done it all in the game. With 81 games for the Crusaders, 4 Super Rugby titles, 29 Tests for the All Blacks and now a spot in the Crusaders Hall of Fame, Hammer’s rugby journey is an incredible one. Add in a coaching career that’s taken him from the Crusaders, Hurricanes, Cardiff Blues, Sunwolves, Tasman and Highlanders, the influence he has had on each side has been huge! In this episode we dive into his remarkable journey: from a soccer player, to the early days of professional rugby, and the mindset that carried him through as both player and coach. In this episode we go through.. The competitive edge that drove the Crusaders dynasty What he learnt from coaches like Robbie Deans and Wayne Smith The realities of early professional rugby contracts and suspensions All Black memories including the infamous SAS camp His move to coach the Hurricanes & the controversial decisions around Ma’a Nonu and Andrew Hore His stints overseas with Cardiff and Japan’s Sunwolves Lessons learned at the Highlanders and what he’d do differently His passion for neuroscience, brain health and life after rugby What he’s most proud of and the advice he lives by And heaps more Hammer is humble, competitive, brutally honest and one of the most authentic leaders you’ll hear from. There's so much gold in this one for everyone and whether you loved him or not as a player or a coach I know you'll have a new found respect for him after this one! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  5. Will Genia- What a Lad

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    Will Genia- What a Lad

    Will Genia is one of the all-time great halfbacks and after this conversation I'm sure you'll understand why. With over 100 Tests for the Wallabies, a Super Rugby title with the Reds and stints with the Rebels, Stade Francais and the Kintetsu Liners Will had a bit of everything in his career! In this episode we dive into his remarkable journey: from growing up in Papua New Guinea where he dreamt of becoming a cricketer, to falling in love with Rugby and the insane work ethic that took him from Colts to the Wallabies in the blink of an eye. In this episode we go through.. One of the strongest mindsets to continually get better I have hear. His journey through the grades and how he felt like an imposter at each step. Winning super rugby and that incredible try that he scored in that final! The highs and heartbreaks of three Rugby World Cups His brutal ACL injury and his comeback to star against the Lions Life in France and six more years in Japan Why he walked away when he still could’ve played on His transition into coaching alongside Quade Cooper And heaps more. If you think you work hard this episode might question that, Wills work ethic and drive blew me away. He's also humble, honest, insightful and just one of the absolute great lads! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  6. Holly Parkes on What a Lad

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    Holly Parkes on What a Lad

    In this powerful episode I’m joined by Holly Parkes, someone who lived through the reality of caring for Shane Christie in his final years. Holly has bravely come on the podcast not for herself, but to continue Shane’s mission, to shine a light on the devastating impact of brain injuries and to give others a clearer understanding of what life with CTE really looks like. She opens up about what it was like supporting Shane day-to-day, the heartbreaking changes she witnessed, and the strength it took to stand by him as he fought through some heavy paranoia episodes. Holly also shares her own journey — the lessons, the love, and the hope she wants to pass on to players, families, and anyone impacted by brain injury. This was the hands down the heaviest podcast I've ever done. It’s raw, honest and emotional, but above all it’s a conversation that Holly wanted to have so that Shane’s suffering wasn’t in vain. This is an episode that will move you, challenge you, and hopefully help those who might be facing similar battles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  7. Du’Plessis Kirifi - What a Lad

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    Du’Plessis Kirifi - What a Lad

    Du’Plessis Kirifi has had one of the more inspiring journeys to the top and is one heck of lad to top it off. From growing up in Taranaki and spending part of his childhood in Samoa, to working three jobs while chasing his rugby dream, Dups has had anything but a straight road to the top. He opens up on the setbacks that shaped him — missing out on NZ U20s after being told he was “good enough but a bit of a dickhead”, the grind of trying to pack on size when everyone said he was too small, and the lessons he learned from competing hard in his early Hurricanes days. But through sheer hard work and resilience, he’s gone from labouring on worksites and sleeping in mates’ garages to captaining Wellington, becoming a leader at the Hurricanes, and finally achieving his All Black dream. In this episode we chat about… Growing up between Samoa and Taranaki, and the values his family instilled in himThe brutal honesty that sparked his turnaround after missing NZ U20sThe conscious effort he puts into his speaking The near move to Japan and the moment that kept him in New ZealandThe call from Razor How he got such big Quads!And heaps more An inspiring story of perseverance, self-awareness — this is such a good epiosde. Dups is not only a competitor on the field but also one of the most thoughtful and articulate players in the game. What a lad! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  8. George Bridge- What a Lad

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    George Bridge- What a Lad

    The latest Western Force signing George Bridge is our guest this week and what a lad he is! From humble beginnings in Gisborne, to carving up for Canterbury, the Crusaders, and then going on to wear the black jersey on the biggest stage of all! But it hasn’t all been smooth sailing. George had his struggles moving down to Christchurch as a 17 year old, he had to deal with some brutal injuries – knees, pec tears, appendicitis, he had three surgeries in eight months! He even played a Super Rugby Final with a nasty vomit bug. Despite all that, he kept bouncing back and showing his class and always finishing of tries! Some highlights for me in this one were.. Hearing why he made the leap from Gisborne to Christchurch, The pathway he took to becoming an All Black, The influence of Leon MacDonald, The heartbreak of the 2019 World Cup semi-final, Why he moved to France and how he found it His next chapter with the Force, And heaps more including all your questions. George is someone who always took his opportunity on the field through work rate and the never give up attitude. Players loved playing with this man cause he would never let them down and he is a champion lad! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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What a Lad is a podcast by James Marshall who talks to some of the biggest names and best lads on the planet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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