Between Two Beers Podcast

Steven Holloway & Seamus Marten
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Between Two Beers Podcast

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 countless hours of incredible stories, career highs, lows and moments of raw vulnerability. And it’s only the beginning. Acast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. What Got Cut from Jay Reeve’s Episode? Plus: UFOs, Our Cringiest Podcast Moments & More!

    1 DAY AGO

    What Got Cut from Jay Reeve’s Episode? Plus: UFOs, Our Cringiest Podcast Moments & More!

    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 pleasure Watch or listen to Hambassadors wherever you get podcasts! Hambassadors proudly brought to you by Stark. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    40 min
  2. Dame Noeline Taurua on Coaching the Ferns, Finding a Monk & Facing Childhood Trauma

    4 DAYS AGO

    Dame Noeline Taurua on Coaching the Ferns, Finding a Monk & Facing Childhood Trauma

    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 in sport. We also dive into her Māori identity, her unconventional coaching methods, the heartbreak of missing out on the Ferns job the first time, and how she built a culture that brought a team back from rock bottom. It’s honest, wise, emotional and powerful — a masterclass in resilience and leadership. 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.

    1h 40m
  3. The Art of Saying No & Reclaiming Your Time

    9 JULY

    The Art of Saying No & Reclaiming Your Time

    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 too thin, or unsure when it all stops — this one’s for you. This episode was brought to you by Xero. Supercharge your business with the help of Xero accounting software. With more ways to pay, clearer cash flow, and powerful insights all in one place, you can say ‘so long’ to endless admin and hello to business control like never before. Try Xero free for 30 days, terms apply. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    29 min
  4. Jay Reeve Opens Up on Pals, Dunc & Redefining Modern Masculinity

    6 JULY

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

    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.

    2h 11m
  5. Reflecting on NZ’s Golden Era of TV, Reacting to Leigh Hart’s Review & More!

    2 JULY

    Reflecting on NZ’s Golden Era of TV, Reacting to Leigh Hart’s Review & More!

    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 podcast moments Watch or listen wherever you get podcasts! Hambassadors proudly brought to you by Stark. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    38 min
  6. The TradeMe Origin Story: How Rowan Simpson Turned a $10k Investment into a $750 Million Exit

    29 JUNE

    The TradeMe Origin Story: How Rowan Simpson Turned a $10k Investment into a $750 Million Exit

    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 b******t. 🧠 Topics include: – The TradeMe origin story (and the nightmare before the sale) – Why “fail fast” is bad advice – Lessons from Xero, Vend, and a year of world travel – How to pitch to investors (and how not to) – Saying no, picking your 3 things, and building a life of purpose – Sport, family, AI, and the future of New Zealand tech 📍 Watch, listen, and subscribe on YouTube, Spotify or Apple Podcasts. 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.

    1h 44m
  7. 1 Year of Business Coaching: What We’ve Learned!

    25 JUNE

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

    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 outwork your own expectations 💡 Featuring a Xero listener question asking, “What’s the one piece of advice you wish you’d had before starting your own business?” Tune in for relatable, real-talk, and actionable takeaways from the past 12 months. This episode was brought to you by Xero. Supercharge your business with the help of Xero accounting software. With more ways to pay, clearer cash flow, and powerful insights all in one place, you can say ‘so long’ to endless admin and hello to business control like never before. Try Xero free for 30 days, terms apply. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    37 min
  8. Robyn Malcolm Reflects on Outrageous Fortune & Antony Starr, Escaping ‘Actor Jail’ & More!

    22 JUNE

    Robyn Malcolm Reflects on Outrageous Fortune & Antony Starr, Escaping ‘Actor Jail’ & More!

    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.

    1h 37m
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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 countless hours of incredible stories, career highs, lows and moments of raw vulnerability. And it’s only the beginning. Acast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Steven Holloway & Seamus Marten
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2025
  • Episodes
    315
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Steven Holloway, Seamus Marten
  • Show Website
    Between Two Beers Podcast

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