The Dom Harvey Podcast

Dom Harvey

It started off as a podcast about people who run. Now it is just a podcast about people. Hosted by New Zealand broadcaster, author and marathon runner, Dom Harvey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Don McGlashan: The Stories Behind NZ’s Most Iconic Songs

    1D AGO

    Don McGlashan: The Stories Behind NZ’s Most Iconic Songs

    Don McGlashan is a national treasure. One of the greatest NZ songwriters of all time. He is responsible for songs like Anchor me, Dominion Road and even Bathe in the river. And at the time of recording this intro (in mid-January 2026) a documentary about his life is being released: “Anchor me: The Don McGlashan story” In this candid, funny, and at times emotional conversation, we talk about how the doco came about, his thoughts on being a pensioner, the grief of losing his brother when he was 15, his mental health struggles, playing Glastonbury, how his hits Anchor Me and Bathe in the river came about, why he called Chris Bishop a dickhead and much more. I’m a fan boy so I was always going to love this conversation, But I think and hope you will as well.  *** Massive thanks to my long-term podcast sponsors, Generate. If I could ask you to do one big favor — for me and for yourself — it would be to consider getting KiwiSaver advice from Generate, like I did. The decisions you make with your KiwiSaver now could have a big impact on how much you have to live on in retirement. And if you’ve never had KiwiSaver advice before, you could be missing out. Generate has a strong track record of long-term performance — You can check out their latest returns on their website. They also have advisers who can come to you and help you figure out the right KiwiSaver setup for your goals — no pressure, just good advice. I met with one when Generate came on board as a sponsor back in 2023 — and honestly, I wish I’d done it sooner. Head to generatekiwisaver.co.nz/dom to book a chat The issuer of the scheme is Generate Investment Management Limited. To see their Product disclosure statement see generatekiwisaver.co.nz/pds Past performance does not guarantee future returns. And just a reminder — everyone’s situation is different, so I recommend getting expert advice before making any financial decisions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    2h 11m
  2. He Speaks To The Dead: Australia’s Most Famous Psychic Medium

    JAN 4

    He Speaks To The Dead: Australia’s Most Famous Psychic Medium

    In this episode, I sit down with David Stevens from Melbourne, better known as “David the Medium.” Full disclosure- I am extremely skeptical of this stuff. But a friend asked if I’d like David on the podcast. I watched some of his social media content and thought he would be a good guest for both believers and sceptics. I’m pleased I did too- he is a very smart guy and I was impressed. If you give it a go I think you’ll enjoy this episode. What makes David’s story so compelling is that he didn’t grow up seeing spirits or believing in the afterlife. He was a law graduate, criminal prosecutor, and counter-terrorism analyst. He was also a self-confessed sceptic who lived firmly in logic and structure. That all changed after a chance meeting with another medium sent his life in a completely different direction. This episode is not about convincing anyone of anything. It’s about curiosity. Whether you’re deeply spiritual, openly skeptical like me, or somewhere in between – I hope this conversation will make you think. *** Massive thanks to my long-term podcast sponsors, Generate. Generate is an award-winning KiwiSaver provider with a track record of delivering strong long-term returns for their clients- you can see their latest returns for yourself on their website. I became a client when they came on board as the show sponsor and it’s been a gamechanger for me personally- I’m kicking myself for not doing it years earlier. You can book a no obligation chat with one of their awesome KiwiSaver advisers at generatekiwisaver.co.nz/dom The issuer of the scheme is Generate Investment Management Limited. To see their Product disclosure statement see generatekiwisaver.co.nz/pds Past performance does not guarantee future returns. And just a reminder — I’m a podcast host, not a financial adviser, so this is just general advice. I recommend getting expert advice before making any financial decisions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 23m
  3. The David Goggins of NZ: Jamie Milne's Insane World Records!

    12/28/2025

    The David Goggins of NZ: Jamie Milne's Insane World Records!

    The best way to describe Jamie Milne is probably how he signed his Polaroid photo after our podcast- “The Maori David Goggins.” This kid from Rotorua, abandoned by his mum and raised in poverty by a solo dad has grown up to become a man who is addicted to doing hard and uncomfortable stuff.   He is a multiple world record holder: his WRs include running the fastest 100km ultramarathon with a 20kg pack, doing the most push ups in an hour (over 1000) and doing over 4000 pull ups in 24 hours.   He has also ran the length of New Zealand twice, has done over 100 ultramarathons and attempted SAS selection at the age of 37 This conversation is a small part of the Jamie Milne story- a life shaped by hardship, failure, discipline, and an unrelenting drive to go always a little further.   Some of the stuff we talk about includes his up bringing without stability and learning resilience early   + His rock-bottom moments and radical self-honesty + Alcohol addiction, recovery, and redefining identity + And why toughness is built, not inherited   Jamie Milne is built different- in the best possible way- you are going to love this episode. ***   Massive thanks to my long-term podcast sponsors, Generate. If I could ask you to do one big favour — for me and for yourself — it would be to consider getting KiwiSaver advice from Generate, like I did. The decisions you make with your KiwiSaver now could have a big impact on how much you have to live on in retirement. And if you’ve never had KiwiSaver advice before, you could be missing out. Generate has a strong track record of long-term performance — You can check out their latest returns on their website. They also have advisers who can come to you and help you figure out the right KiwiSaver setup for your goals — no pressure, just good advice. I met with one when Generate came on board as a sponsor back in 2023 — and honestly, I wish I’d done it sooner. Head to generatekiwisaver.co.nz/dom to book a chat   The issuer of the scheme is Generate Investment Management Limited. To see their Product disclosure statement see generatekiwisaver.co.nz/pds Past performance does not guarantee future returns. And just a reminder — everyone’s situation is different, so I recommend getting expert advice before making any financial decisions.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 45m
  4. Emma Gilmour on McLaren, Extreme E, and the Crash Everyone Googles

    12/21/2025

    Emma Gilmour on McLaren, Extreme E, and the Crash Everyone Googles

    Emma Gilmour is one of New Zealand’s motorsport GOATs: a national rally champion, the first female factory driver for McLaren, a business owner and just a great Kiwi. The day before we recorded this, Emma took me for a ride in her rally car, which if I’m being honest was more frightening than it was fun. I mean, afterwards it was fun- once I survived. So, it was nice to turn the tables and put Emma out of her comfort zone for this conversation. We cover a lot of ground in this podcast and some pretty deep and confrontational stuff: + The mental and physical toll of two major concussions + Surviving an 8-roll crash at 120km/h + Her experiences in rallying as a woman in a male-dominated sport + Building her business- a Suzuki dealership in Dunedin from scratch + The friendships, failures, therapy sessions and tough decisions that shaped her life. And so much more. Whether you’re a familiar with Emma Gilmour or not, I have no doubt you’ll walk away from this episode inspired- she’s a bloody legend. **** Massive thanks to my long-term podcast sponsors, Generate. Generate is an award-winning KiwiSaver provider with a track record of delivering strong long-term returns for their clients- you can see their latest returns for yourself on their website. I became a client when they came on board as the show sponsor and it’s been a gamechanger for me personally- I’m kicking myself for not doing it years earlier. You can book a no obligation chat with one of their awesome KiwiSaver advisers at generatekiwisaver.co.nz/dom The issuer of the scheme is Generate Investment Management Limited. To see their Product disclosure statement see generatekiwisaver.co.nz/pds Past performance does not guarantee future returns. And just a reminder, I’m a podcast host, not a financial adviser, so this is just general advice. I recommend getting expert advice before making any financial decisions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 37m
  5. “I Was Shot in the Face" - Detective Shaun Winstanley's Incredible Untold Story

    12/14/2025

    “I Was Shot in the Face" - Detective Shaun Winstanley's Incredible Untold Story

    This is Shaun Winstanley's first podcast and its an honour to have him on mine, because as you will learn within a few short minutes- Shaun is not a man who is comfortable talking about himself. He is a guest who represents what it means to come back from the unthinkable.   On July 20 2023, detective and tactical operator Shaun Winstanley ran into a busy high rise building in Central Auckland’s commercial bay area after an active shooter opened fire.   Minutes later, in a dark lift shaft, Shaun was shot in the face at point-blank range. He survived. Barely. And somehow, he found a way not just to recover, but to rebuild. In this episode, Shaun takes us inside that day with remarkable clarity:   From racing into the CBD at high speed with sirens blasting, to passing terrified victims on the stairwell, to the exact moment the gunman fired and Shaun realized his teeth were shattered. This conversation is gripping, it’s confronting… and unbelievably human.   Shaun talks about::   The THREE rules that helped him stay mentally strong.   The long slow recovery. His feelings about the gunman Why he created a game-changing beverage as part of his healing process. And why he still feels the pull to return to the police.  *** Massive thanks to my long-term podcast sponsors, Generate. Generate has a strong track record of long-term performance: You can check out their latest returns on their website. They also have advisers who can come to you and help you figure out the right KiwiSaver setup for your goals. No pressure, just good advice. Head to generatekiwisaver.co.nz/dom to book a chat   The issuer of the scheme is Generate Investment Management Limited. To see their Product disclosure statement see generatekiwisaver.co.nz/pds Past performance does not guarantee future returns.   And just a reminder, everyone’s situation is different, so I recommend getting expert advice before making any financial decisions.The emotional moment he reunited with his sons after waking from a coma.   And why he still feels the pull to return to the police. And the game-changing protein-coffee beverage "Firebird" he has poured all his energy into as part of his healing process Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 30m
  6. Why Israel Adesanya Backed Brando Peričić Before the World Knew Him

    12/10/2025

    Why Israel Adesanya Backed Brando Peričić Before the World Knew Him

    Brando Pericic (AKA The Balkin Bear) is a UFC fighter.  He made his debut in Perth in September.   He won it in under 2 minutes in an explosive, violent and very fast fight. This conversation is an intriguing look into the mindset of a very exciting UFC fighter with a huge future ahead of him.                                                                  He has a goal and a dream to be the best in the world…and after connecting with him I have no doubt that he will succeed. In this conversation, we talk about his viral post-fight speech that included a smattering of words that earned him a telling off from his family in Adelaide. His backstory which helped build the man he is today- things like the grief of losing close friends, going to visit his father in jail, being stabbed, finding himself homeless and some brutal mental health battles that almost cost him his life.  We talk sacrifice, purpose and the dream he’s chasing now to become one of the greatest heavyweights on Earth. This conversation has so many layers to it: it’s emotional, inspiring, confronting, funny, and unbelievably honest.                                                                                   I promise you, after listening to this episode you will be fan and follower of "The Balkin Bear" for his entire career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 43m

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It started off as a podcast about people who run. Now it is just a podcast about people. Hosted by New Zealand broadcaster, author and marathon runner, Dom Harvey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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