Between Two Beers Podcast

We're releasing our Business in Between episode with Cassie Roma we recorded in 2024.The American-born kiwi is an award-winning global thought leader in creative ideation, media, brand strategy, digital innovation, and executive leadership.She's also an author, brand ambassador, storyteller, broadcaster, emcee, and keynote speaker.For over 20 years Cassie held high-flying marketing roles at big-name businesses including Air New Zealand, ANZ Bank, The Warehouse Group, Mighty River Power and NZME (New Zealand’s leading newspaper, radio, and digital media corporation).After leaving the corporate world, Cassie became a household name thanks to her appearances on The Apprentice Aotearoa and Celebrity Treasure Island, and went out on her own, launching CR & Co and relocating the States.But she’s back in New Zealand and brings business lessons to us, all underpinned by kindness and her love of connecting with people across ideas, channels, and communities.We're also super stoked to have Cassie on the books of B2B Speakers, so if you like what you hear in this episode, and would love her at your function or event, flick us a message by going to www.b2bspeakers.co.nz.Also check out our epic lineup of former guests available for hire too. And while there sign up to our weekly newsletter with all the biggest news from us and the podcasting space in NZ.This episode is brought to you by TAB, download the new app today and get your bet on!Listen wherever you get your podcasts from or watch the video on YouTube.Enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We kick off Between Two Beers in 2025 by re-releasing one of our favourite episodes of 2024 - with Mark Stafford.This ep is really special. There's just so much goodness in here.Staffy is a radio host, who is best known as the former face of the TAB, where he spent two decades as a bookmaker and broadcaster.But what's not so well-known is his roller-coaster ride through life with all its twists and turns.In this episode we talk about how he died in a car accident, before being brought back to life, beating cancer, getting diagnosed with MS and found his way to the TAB. He shares his best match-fixing stories, we talk about the legend of Steel Balls and all the most incredible yarns from being NZ's premier oddsmaker.We also talk about the devastating year of 2020, where he lost his job, his sister and his best friend in a short period of time. How he built himself back up, the friendships and lessons he leaned on and his reflections towards the end of this one - make it one of the greats.Staffy is such a lovely bloke, who's been through it all. He was incredibly candid and raw in this chat, and when you mix that up with being one of the best storytellers in NZ, made it one of our favs.We're also super stoked to have Staffy on the books of B2B Speakers, so if you’d like him to MC your night, or share his story at your function or event, flick us a message by going to www.b2bspeakers.co.nz.Also check out our epic lineup of former guests available for hire too. And while there sign up to our weekly newsletter with all the biggest news from us and the podcasting space in NZ.This episode is brought to you by TAB, download the new app today and get your bet on!Listen wherever you get your podcasts from or watch the video on YouTube.Enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Happy Holidays!Our best of compilation series continues with part two - Best of Sport.We've chopped up some of the best bits from all of our favourite sport episodes from 2024.In this episode you'll hear from Dame Lisa Carrington, Ali Williams, Tim Brown, Raelene Castle, Samuel Whitelock, Megan Compain, Paula George, Craig Fenton, Simon Porter, Steve Tew, Andrew Mehrtens, Matthew Ridge, Sione Faumuina, Cameron Leslie, Dr. Inia Raumati, Emma Twigg and David Nyika.It's quite a list!If you missed part one - Best of Entertainment & Business go and check it out.This episode is brought to you by TAB, download the new app today and get your bet on!Listen wherever you get your podcasts from or watch the video on YouTube.Enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's our last recording for 2024! We check out Chasing The Fox with the TAB and bump into a former guest having a great old time. It's a chance to say thank you for the year we've had and can you pick the first 7 guests for 2025? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Happy Holidays!It's compilation time on Between Two Beers, and in the first of a two-part series - we've chopped up some of the best bits from all of our entertainment and business episodes from 2024.In this episode you'll hear from Tim Brown, Jesse Mulligan, Mark Stafford, Kanoa Lloyd, Sir Ian Taylor, Karen O'Leary, Matt Heath, Shane Bradley, Jehan Casinader, Di Foster, Brooke Howard-Smith, Jason Gunn, Jamie Pennell, Bree Tomasel and Zion Armstrong.It's quite a list!We recorded 45 new episodes in 2024, so this is just a small sample of some of our favourite bits, and hopefully it encourages you to go back and listen to the full episode - if you're hearing them for the first time.Kepp an eye out for the best of sport next week.This episode is brought to you by TAB, download the new app today and get your bet on!Listen wherever you get your podcasts from or watch the video on YouTube.Enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Emma Twigg is one of New Zealand's greatest rowers and won Olympic gold in Tokyo and Olympic silver in Paris. This is Emma's second appearance on Between Two Beers and life has changed a lot since we recorded with her at her Cambridge home back in 2020. In this episode we talk about her emotional Olympic triumphs, her health scare leading into Paris, motherhood, athlete well-being, elite sport and what her future holds. This was a really fun chat – with one of New Zealand's greatest Olympians. Seamus and I have felt both personally invested and proud of Emma's career since we connected four years ago – and it was so cool to sit with her, celebrate with her, chat through all the highs and lows and share a bunch of laughs. In short, Emma is such a legend. We're also proud to have Emma on the books of B2B Speakers, so if you'd like her to share her story  at your function or event, flick us a message by going to B2Bspeakers.co.nz This episode is brought to you by TAB, download the new app today and get your bet on! Listen on iHeart Radio or wherever you get your podcasts from or watch the video on YouTube. Enjoy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The hosts dive into their outrageous hangovers from the '12 Pubs of Christmas' and the chaotic fun that ensued. Steve hilariously recounts a golf outing with Eric Murray that went sideways. Seamus surprises with a lively acapella performance at Paddy Gower's event. They reflect on unforgettable moments with notable guests like Shaun Quincey and Sam Whitelock while sharing humorous family stories. Amidst the laughter, they touch on balancing life, reading struggles, and upcoming plans that keep the conversation entertaining.

Samuel Whitelock, New Zealand's most capped rugby player, shares his remarkable journey from the rugby field to life after sports. He discusses leadership insights drawn from his time with the All Blacks and Crusaders, revealing lessons in authenticity and inclusivity. Samuel fondly recalls humorous moments, such as searching for Harry Potter wands on tour and his special bromance with Kieran Read. He dives into the emotional toll of injuries and the bittersweet transition from professional rugby to a quieter life on the farm, brimming with nostalgia and reflection.

Di Foster, a business coach, guides Seamus and Steve through a unique couples therapy session focused on their podcast business. They delve into end-of-year goal setting while navigating personal dynamics and learning to separate business challenges from emotions. The conversation also touches on balancing productivity with creativity and the importance of communication and respect in their professional partnership. With humor, they brainstorm innovative ideas and strategies for audience growth, making the therapy session both insightful and entertaining.

In this engaging talk, Shaun Quincey shares his incredible journey as the only person to have solo rowed across the Tasman Sea. He recounts thrilling tales of battling self-doubt, rowing into whales, and flipping his boat, all while highlighting the emotional and physical challenges he faced. Shaun also discusses his entrepreneurial success, founding Genoapay and the recent achievements with Simfuni. His humor, authenticity, and wisdom shine through as he reflects on resilience and the lessons learned from both the ocean and the business world.