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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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39:09

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

Between Two Beers Podcast ·

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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2:17:33

Exclusive: Ian Foster Breaks His Silence on the All...

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2025/06/15

Ian Foster is speaking up.In his first full interview since stepping down as All Blacks head coach, Foster sits down to share the raw, unfiltered story of one of the most dramatic periods in New Zealand rugby history.He opens up about the media pile-on, the near-sacking after the Ireland series, the pressure-cooker Ellis Park test that saved his job, and the growing tension with NZ Rugby as Scott Robertson circled in the wings.Foster also reveals the emotional toll behind the scenes - from the

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48:13

The Listener Feedback We Needed To Hear | Why Do We...

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2025/06/11

What does it really feel like to run your own business?In this special listener Q&A episode of Accidental Business Owners, Steve, Seamus, and business coach Di Foster answer your questions.We talk about the moment we left our 9-to-5s, what it means to truly “back yourself,” how to avoid getting wiped out by tax, and why many small business owners are unknowingly sabotaging their goals. There are laughs, tears, raw truths, and incredibly practical takeaways.We also dive deep into emotional

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1:06:14

David Downs: From Terminal Cancer to Tech Titan & The...

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2025/06/08

This week on Between Two Beers, we talk to David Downs.This episode is a little bit different as it was filmed in front of a live audience at The Icehouse. There's about 150 in the room, and David is the perfect guest for our first ever recorded live pod.David is a former comedian, he's a business owner. He's the CEO of New Zealand Story and the chairman of the Ice House with a ridiculous business CV. And he's also a terminal cancer survivor.And we got all of his story in this epic chat. The energy

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42:57

DEBATING Run It Straight, Public Nudity & Cringe...

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2025/06/04

In this episode of Hambassadors, Seamus and Steve take you behind the curtain of Between Two Beers — talking honestly about recent viral clips, social media blowback, creative risk-taking, and being called out on-air.They share their unfiltered reactions to the Run It Straight controversy and Dan Hooker’s backyard scraps, reflect on a confronting coaching moment, and even get real about sleeping nude.Hambassadors proudly brought to you by Stark Property. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for

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1:51:37

Mel Bracewell: ADHD, Swearing at the Aussie PM &...

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2025/06/01

Mel Bracewell is one of New Zealand’s funniest comedy exports — and in this episode of Between Two Beers, she opens up in a way you’ve never seen before.We dive into her rise from internet cult figure to TV star, the pressure of performing in Australia vs NZ, and the mental health journey that’s shaped her along the way.From swearing in front of the Australian Prime Minister, to her viral Seven Days moment (“Classic Kiwi Taste”), to her ADHD diagnosis and life on anti-depressants — this is a funny,

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33:26

“I’m F***ing Done!” - Our Most Confronting 1:1...

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2025/05/28

This episode of Accidental Business Owners gets raw and real. Recorded the day after a high-stakes advisory meeting, coach Di confronts Seamus with some brutal feedback.We unpack the cost of silence in leadership, why personal brand is your business insurance policy, and the real reasons so many founders burn out. Whether you're an accidental entrepreneur or an intentional one, this episode will hit home.Accidental Business Owners is sponsored by IcehouseAnd big thanks to Binance New Zealand for

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1:45:29

Sir Wayne Smith on All Blacks Career & Culture, Black...

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2025/05/25

This week o we’re re-releasing one of our favourite episodes with Sir Wayne Smith.Smithy is one of the most respected and accomplished figures in New Zealand Rugby history – an absolute legend of the game.He was a 17-cap All Black who went on to win three World Cups - two as All Blacksassistant coach, and one with the Black Ferns.He’s also been the All Blacks coach, won four Super Rugby titles as a coach, two with the Crusaders and two with the Chiefs.In this episode we talk about the differences

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39:02

100 Kiwi Men vs. 1 Gorilla List Goes VIRAL!

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2025/05/21

On this week’s Hambassadors, we unpack Seamus' controversial sick day, Steven’s scooter dash to Ignite 25, and why he still doesn’t understand how sound works.We also get into the viral 1 gorilla vs 100 Kiwis meme, a kids’ football blowout that sparked an ethics debate, and behind the scenes of our Reflections webinar and business journey.Plus: a car giveaway prank gone wrong, political backlash from our Philip Mills episode, and so much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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1:28:34

Les Mills CEO: How a Kiwi Gym Became a Global Fitness...

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2025/05/18

This week on Between Two Beers we talk to Phillip Mills!Phillip is the founder and Executive director of Les MIlls international - and one of NZ's most successful businessmen.Some people might think Les Mills is a few gyms in New Zealand… but they would be badly mistaken. Les Mills has become a global operation, boasting partnerships with over 20,000 gyms and a presence in over 100 countries. Their wide range of workouts are led by a network of more than 140,000 instructors.And it all started with

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40:15

Hard Truths from Our Quarterly Advisory Meeting...

Between Two Beers Podcast ·

2025/05/14

Hey team, welcome to the latest episode of Accidental Business Owners.The premise of the show is that last year Seamus and I became fulltime business owners. We left our 9-5s to go all in on the podcast - and the other businesses we built off the back of it – and thought it would be interesting to document our journey.Last year we also started working with a business and mindset coach Di Foster, who you might remember as a B2B guest, and quickly realized she was the perfect foil to help us work

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1:52:45

Dr Paul Wood: The Murderer Who Became a Doctor of...

Between Two Beers Podcast ·

2025/05/11

This week's guest is Dr Paul Wood – speaker, author, psychologist… and a man who spent 11 years in prison for murder.Paul opens up about the defining moments of his life: the crime that changed everything, what prison was really like, how he transformed behind bars, and how he became the first person in NZ to earn a PhD while incarcerated.We cover the brutal realities of prison life, the mental strategies he used to survive and thrive, the death of his mother just days before the murder, and how he

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