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Between Two Beers Podcast

Steven Holloway & Seamus Marten

Good questions. Great guests. Few beers... Steve and Seamus like asking good questions. And they love good answers. After over 20 years of friendship, they bought a microphone and started a podcast, allowing them to sit with, and learn from, the most interesting people they can access.From Kiwi legend Marc Ellis, to media personalities Jeremy Wells and Paddy Gower, Rugby coach extraordinaire Wayne Smith, sexologist Morgan Penn, and Olympian Dame Lisa Carrington...Between Two Beers has produced

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1:32:51

Marc Ellis on Ridgey, SportsCafe Chaos & Selling...

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2025/08/24

Marc Ellis has lived a life worthy of a dozen chapters. From Scarfie hijinks at Otago University to becoming an All Black and Kiwi league international, he carved out a career across rugby and league with Otago, North Harbour, the Blues, Highlanders, Warriors and Kiwis.Off the field, Marc co-founded Charlie’s Juice, eventually selling it to Asahi for $129 million, and became one of New Zealand’s biggest TV personalities on SportsCafe, Game of Two Halves and beyond – often alongside his infamous

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32:32

Facing the Numbers: What Our 'Business Scorecard'...

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2025/08/20

We’ve been putting this off for months… but in this episode of Accidental Business Owner, Di finally forces us to sit down and build the scoreboard we’ve been avoiding.What does that mean? It’s the unfiltered look at the numbers that really drive our business —-sales, downloads, social media, guest performance, coffees, proposals, even studio bookings. The levers that show if we’re actually growing… or just making noise.It’s uncomfortable. It’s funny. It’s honest. And it’s exactly what we needed.If

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1:56:59

EXCLUSIVE: Simon Barnett on Losing Jodi, Grief, Faith...

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2025/08/17

In this deeply personal episode, Simon Barnett opens up about the love story he shared with his late wife Jodi, her courageous battle with brain cancer, and the life-changing lessons her loss has taught him.Simon talks about the early days of their relationship, the moment they received the devastating diagnosis, the realities of living with grief, and how his faith, family, and friends have helped him through.This is a conversation about love, loss, and resilience — and a tribute to Jodi’s enduring

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44:46

Men’s Health in NZ Is Worse Than You Think… PLUS Jay...

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2025/08/13

In this episode of Hambassadors from Between Two Beers, Seamus and Steve catch up on life, events, and a whole lot more – with a special guest appearance from Jay Reeve.From hanging out with All Blacks coach Ian Foster, to sharing our five favourite books, we cover it all. Jay opens up about a potential ADHD diagnosis, we dive into shocking men’s health statistics, and Seamus shares his own mental health journey. Plus, there’s our Between Two Bets segment, listener questions, and a preview of next

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1:43:59

Girls Get Off: Building a Sex Toy Empire in a Country...

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2025/08/10

Viv Conway and Jo Cummins are the fearless founders of Girls Get Off.Join us for one of the most honest, hilarious, and insightful episodes of Between Two Beers yet.We unpack the challenges of building a sex-positive brand in New Zealand, why vibrators are still taboo, the orgasm gap, men’s egos in the bedroom, porn vs reality, and how a billboard prank led to 6,000 people visiting a fake dating website.This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in sex, relationships, startups - or just a

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40:04

Burnout, Grief & Growth: We Hit Breaking Point...

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2025/08/06

In this episode of Accidental Business Owners, we reflect on the realities of running a growing business - the kind you don’t see on Instagram.From building a new podcast studio, navigating cashflow, and rethinking our business priorities… to a cancelled flight that derailed an entire strategy day – we unpack what happens when the pressure quietly builds up behind the scenes.Steve opens up about an unexpected emotional moment during a key advisory meeting - and what it revealed about time, energy,

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1:39:29

The Double Life of Jeremy Wells: TV Prankster Turned...

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2025/08/03

Jeremy Wells has one of the most fascinating careers in New Zealand media - and in this episode, we cover it all.From Eating Media Lunch to Seven Sharp, Havoc to the ACC, Jerry reflects on the wild ride that’s taken him from alternative TV icon to mainstream household name.We talk broadcasting pillars, radio antics, the price of opportunity, family, fame, and what the future holds. There’s laughter, nostalgia, and a few surprising confessions (including one about Wanganui Collegiate), Jerry was a

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33:10

The Chris Cairns Episode We Want Back, Why We Love...

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2025/07/30

In this episode of Hambassadors, we unpack a pretty intense couple of weeks - from advisory calls and missed flights to tears, burnout, and some much-needed honesty.Steve shares what led to a moment of reflection that caught even him off guard, and we talk about what it’s like to keep the podcast and business going when life feels full-on.Also in the mix:Our Christchurch trip and emotional breakfastMCing the Four Square conferenceOff-mic gold from Jay Reeve’s episodeA sex dream that sparked an

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2:08:35

He Survived Gangs, Prison & a Manslaughter Charge…...

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2025/07/27

Dr Timoti Te Moke's story is one of the most powerful we've ever shared.He was raised in violence, survived years in boys' homes and prisons, and spent his youth deep in gang life. At one point, he was known as “the Jake the Muss of South Auckland.” But Timoti didn’t just escape the cycle—he transformed his life.Today, he holds a PhD, lectures on Māori health, and is helping break the very system that once trapped him.In this episode, we trace Timoti’s life from his early years of trauma and crime

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29:29

Answering Your Questions For 'Accidental Business...

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2025/07/23

In this listener-fueled Q&A episode, Seamus and Steve are joined by Di to tackle the biggest questions around business growth, personal development, coaching breakthroughs, and how to define success when the rules keep changing.You'll hear about the real-time coaching moment that changed everything, why Steve cried in a café (again), and the difference between a mentor and a coach that everyone should understand.What you’ll learn:The surprising power of safe-but-tough coachingMentorship vs

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1:34:01

NZ SAS Soldier to America’s Cup Champion: The...

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2025/07/20

He’s been a member of the NZSAS – New Zealand’s elite special forces unit - and is now an America’s Cup-winning grinder with Emirates Team New Zealand.In this episode we talk about what it takes to pass SAS selection, his insane physical feats (including breaking NZ’s 500m indoor rowing record), how he emailed his way into Team New Zealand, what it’s like grinding in the cyclor cockpit, the pressures of running the team’s comms systems, and how he balances it all with being a father of three.We also

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39:09

What Got Cut from Jay Reeve’s Episode? Plus: UFOs,...

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2025/07/16

In this episode of Hambassadors, we reveal the stories that didn’t make the final cut of our chat with Jay Reeve - and why.We also dive into some spicy listener questions, including:– The biggest lies we’ve told on the podcast– Guests we’ve disagreed with– Our most cringeworthy podcast moments– And… a surprising discussion on female pleasureWatch or listen to Hambassadors wherever you get podcasts!Hambassadors proudly brought to you by Stark. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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1:39:39

Dame Noeline Taurua on Coaching the Ferns, Finding a...

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2025/07/13

Dame Noeline Taurua is one of New Zealand’s most successful and respected coaches — and one of the most compelling minds in high performance sport.In this raw and revealing episode, Noeline opens up about her journey from a childhood shaped by violence, to leading the Silver Ferns to World Cup glory just eight months after taking the job. We talk about the pressures of elite coaching, the spiritual wisdom she receives from a monk advisor, and how she juggled motherhood with one of the toughest jobs

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29:02

The Art of Saying No & Reclaiming Your Time

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2025/07/09

In this 1:1 episode, Steve sits down with Di Foster for a raw, honest conversation about the busy trap so many business owners fall into — and how to escape it.They unpack:The art of saying no without guiltHow to reclaim your time and energyWhy "busyness" is often just bullshitThe fear of letting go – and what happens when you finally doImposter syndrome, and backing yourselfDi’s personal goals, mindset shifts, and what she’s still learning on her journeyIf you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, stretched

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2:10:59

Jay Reeve Opens Up on Pals, Dunc & Redefining Modern...

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2025/07/06

Jay Reeve opens up about the behind-the-scenes magic of Jay & Dunc, the wild ride of building Pals into one of NZ’s most beloved drinks brands, and the personal battles that shaped him — including IVF, fatherhood, and what real male friendship looks like in 2025.This episode is brought to you by the TAB. Got a hunch? Download the new app today and get your bet on. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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37:30

Reflecting on NZ’s Golden Era of TV, Reacting to...

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2025/07/02

This week on Hambassadors, we react to an unexpected Leigh Hart clip where he rates our show(!), sparking a trip down memory lane to their 2020 lockdown episode - complete with tales of divorce, DIY TV, and late-night chaos.We also dive into:- The Golden Era of New Zealand television – has anything topped SportsCafe, Back of the Y, or Eating Media Lunch?- The top “icks” giving women the ick in 2025 (spoiler: some of them are brutal)- Plus the usual mix of hot takes, deep dives, and behind the scenes

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1:44:25

The TradeMe Origin Story: How Rowan Simpson Turned a...

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2025/06/29

In this episode, we sit down with one of New Zealand’s most quietly influential tech investors and founders: Rowan Simpson.As employee #3 at TradeMe and an early investor in Xero, Rowan helped build two of NZ’s biggest startup success stories. But his story goes far deeper than money. He shares how he went from near-bankruptcy to the $750M TradeMe exit, his role in backing Kiwi founders, his philosophies on parenting, time, failure, AI—and why ‘business is like a rollercoaster’ metaphor is

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36:30

1 Year of Business Coaching: What We’ve Learned!

Between Two Beers Podcast ·

2025/06/25

In this special Accidental Business Owners episode, we mark our first year of going full-time on Between Two Beers - and one year if working with Di. We tackle:- The frenetic pace of building your own business (📅 slave to Google Calendar)- Why everything takes longer than expected—and how to build in buffer- The power of saying “no” to protect your time, energy, and brand- Unlocking growth: the difference between working in your business vs on it- Practical mindset: “Do what’s in front of you”… and

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1:37:33

Robyn Malcolm Reflects on Outrageous Fortune & Antony...

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2025/06/22

Robyn Malcolm is a national treasure.From Outrageous Fortune to After the Party, this is Robyn like you’ve never seen her.She talks going sober, acting alongside Antony Starr, solo parenting through stardom, the power of older women on screen, her sons’ hilarious texts, and why she’s not holding back on the current Government. This episode is brought to you by the TAB. Got a hunch? Download the new app today and get your bet on.Enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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34:38

Ian Foster Divides the Nation! A Special Delivery...

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2025/06/18

In this episode of Hambassadors we go behind the scenes of our recent podcast with Ian Foster, unpacking the making of the blockbuster interview — what went into it, what surprised us, and why it might be our best work yet.We share a few unseen moments, voice messages from listeners, and wildly mixed YouTube feedback — from teary-eyed praise to brutal radio-sport-style takedowns.There's insight into our into our creative process, from guest prep to managing “fluffy vs gritty” lines of

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