Dr.Libby is one of the most trusted voices in nutrition and wellness. She has a PhD in nutritional biochemistry and 14 best selling books to back it up. Her latest life changing book is “Fix Iron First.” Dr.Libby is passionate about educating others on stress, women's health, and the emotional drivers behind our food choices. To put it simply- she’…

Tim O’Connor is the long-standing headmaster of Auckland Grammar School. When he started the job in 2012 he became only the 11th headmaster at Grammar in the schools 156 year history. In this conversation, Tim shares the highs and lows of his 13-years at Grammar. And his 10 years as the head of my old school, PNBHS, before that. This podcast offers…

Daniel Rankin is a dog dad to a cute little pug called Fraser, he’s a content creator, a self-taught baker and a Samoan man who’s redefining masculinity one cheeky, flirty, sexy, flour-covered reel at a time (Follow him here: https://www.instagram.com/mancancooknz/). Chances are you’ve seen his topless baking videos on Instagram or TikTok: Sometime…

In the history of rugby in New Zealand there have been a total of 1,223 All Blacks. Of that elite group, a much smaller number go on to be known as All Black legends. GRANT FOX most definitely has legend status- he is a genuine New Zealand rugby icon. He wore the number 10 jersey and is considered one of the greatest goal kickers of all time. He wa…

When it comes to true crime podcasting in New Zealand, Ryan Wolf is in a league of his own. Even if you've never pressed play on his gripping podcast Guilt, you've probably heard about it in the news: this is the series that’s led NZ Police to re-examine their own investigations on major cases. And the wildest part? Ryan is completely self-taught. …

Cecilia Robinson is a true powerhouse in New Zealand business. She’s the founder of some of this country’s most well-known and loved companies, including Au Pair Link, My Food Bag, and more recently, Tend, a healthcare platform she started with her husband James where their goal is to make Kiwis the healthiest people in the world. She’s been named …

Dr. Ben O'Keeffe is one of the best rugby referees in the world—and he's also a fully qualified doctor, specializing in ophthalmology. This episode first dropped in 2023, shortly after Ben made headlines for the intense backlash (including death threats) he received after officiating the Super Rugby Final between the Crusaders and the Chiefs. Since…

In 2011, 22 year old Troy Hall was young, fit, and working hard to turn his life around after years of addiction and violence. Then, on a rainy day in Tauranga, everything changed: A freak accident involving overhead power lines left him clinically dead, twice. What followed was months in hospital, countless surgeries, extreme burns, the loss of bo…

Dillon Boucher is one of New Zealand’s most decorated basketballers. In this wide-ranging conversation he opens up about everything: from being cut from the Olympic team and his relationship with Steven Adams, to his championship runs with the Breakers and being labelled a thug for how he played. He also shares personal struggles around imposter sy…

This podcast with Ryan Fox originally came out in February 2023. I thought I’d re-share the episode in case you missed it when it first came out two years, because Ryan is playing the best golf of his career in 2025. In this conversation, recorded during his Christmas holiday in New Zealand, we talk about loads of stuff: + What it feels like to win…

Cam Webster was part of the Team NZ crew who won the Americas Cup in Barcelona in 2024. What made this moment of sporting success even more significant for Cam was the journey he took to get there. Before joining Team NZ, Cam spent 15 years dedicating his life to rowing. He even endured the devastation of missing out on the Olympics, twice, and wat…

Honey Hireme-Smiler is one of the greatest rugby players New Zealand has ever produced, across both league and union. But Honey Hireme-Smiler is so much more than just a sporting legend. She’s a mum, a trailblazer, a role-model, a commentator, a mentor, and an unapologetic force for good. This is a small part of the Honey Hireme-Smiler story: +Stor…

Brook Macdonald on the Crash That Changed His Life, Racing Again & Resilience In this episode, legendary Kiwi downhill mountain biker Brook Macdonald (aka The Bulldog) opens up like never before. He talks about: 🏆 Becoming a professional athlete and millionaire by age 30 💥 The horrific 2019 crash that broke his back at World Champs 🧠 The mental and…

In this raw and powerful episode, K’Lee opens up like never before. From becoming a pop star at 14 to surviving an abusive relationship and being held at gunpoint, K’Lee’s story is one of strength, resilience, and redemption. She shares the truth behind early fame, the music industry’s dark side, her battle with postpartum depression, and nearly lo…

Dave Wood is a high-performance coach. He hosts workshops at West Auckland’s Piha Beach called Calm Under Pressure which combine mental and physical challenges- clients (including UFC stars, Team NZ champions and Olympic athletes) often describe these workshops as life changing. Dave Wood has done a lot, seen a lot and learned a lot. I genuinely be…

In this very non-political conversation, Christopher Luxon shares insights into his personal life, family values, and career journey. Some of the ground we cover includes: + How his upbringing shaped him. And how his parents cope with the criticism he cops + His friendship with Sir John Key + Why he has never touched alcohol. + The backstory of his…

Mitch Lowe is one of the key players in New Zealand's live music industry. His company Audiology has organized over 500 events across New Zealand and Australia with artists including Bryan Adams, Cardi B, T Pain, Fisher, Snoop Dogg and even The Wiggles. He is also the brains behind major festivals like Bay Dreams, Mardi Gras, Sound splash, and more…

Pax Assasdi is one of the most recognizable voice's in New Zealand comedy. If you are not familiar with Pax. Get ready- you’re about to meet an awesome human. He’s a very brief bio: he’s a stand-up comedian, writer, actor and TV host. He created and starred in a TV show loosely based on his life called “Raised by Refugees.” (which you can stream on…

Stefan Ozich is now part of a very small group of guests to make a return appearance on the podcast. ICYMI, Stefan first appeared on the podcast towards the end of 2024. At the time he was about to embark on a jaw-dropping run- the length of New Zealand on the Te Araroa trail. Twice. Cape Reinga to Bluff and all the way back again. That’s 6000km. A…

Theo Shakes is an insanely talented 23-year-old New Zealand-based actor, writer, director, and content creator who is living proof of what happens when some natural talent meets a lot of hard work. Theo has 2 million Tik-Tok followers and over 200 million likes. But I feel like it would be unfair to just call him a Tik-Tokker because there is so mu…

Jessie Rose is a psychic medium. Full disclosure- I am a skeptic! I don’t believe in this stuff at all. But I also have an open mind and am keen to talk to all sorts of different people on this podcast as a way that I can learn more and potentially change beliefs I have. So, when Jessie Rose messaged me about coming on the podcast, I said yes. And …

Today’s guest is someone whose name or voice you’ll definitely recognize- David Lomas. Reality TV always gets a bad rap, but for well over a decade this is the genre of TV David Lomas has been involved with, and he has been changing lives for the better. With shows like “David Lomas Investigates” he has helped hundreds of people track down long-los…

When it comes to horse racing, Opie Bosson is one of the best to ever do it. He is an absolute legend. Here are a few bullet point highlights: + Over 2,000 career wins. + The New Zealand record for the most Group 1 victories by a jockey. He won his first Group 1 race as an apprentice at just 16 years old. + He’s won the prestigious New Zealand Derb…

Lee Warn broke his back in 1989 when he was 16 years old. For 5 years after that he became, understandably, a depressed and angry young man. Then after a failed attempt at taking his own life at 21, he changed his outlook and perspective on life. And what he has done in the three decades since then is pretty cool: + Last year he took part in the Lo…

If you grew up in New Zealand in the ‘90s and early 2000s, chances are you know EXACTLY who Karl Burnett is…. or at least his legendary Shortland Street character, Nick Harrison. For over a decade, Karl was one of the biggest stars on the biggest show on New Zealand TV. This is part of the Karl Burnett story: + His whole Shortland Street experience…

Dr. Ineke Meredith was raised in Samoa; she came to New Zealand to study medicine. Then she got pregnant and gave birth to a son just has she was preparing for her final exams. Being the force of nature she is, she managed to give birth on a Monday then sit her exam on the Friday. Then juggle being a mum while working as an emergency surgeon. This …

Jack Church is not a well-known guy. But that is part of what I love about this podcast community we have created. We can meet cool people and share the incredible stories of Kiwis that you may otherwise never hear about. And Jack Church most definitely ticks those boxes. Quick backstory- 4 years ago Jack was working as a personal trainer for the R…

Scott Beard joined the police force when he was 19 years old. He is 64 now and still doing the job he loves as one of New Zealand’s most decorated and respected police officers. This man has seen and done it all during his life of service. But it was his work during the Grace Millane missing persons and murder inquiry that that was career defining.…

Chris Hipkins was the 41st Prime Minister of New Zealand. And at the time of recording this podcast, he is the leader of the Labour party and hoping to become the next Prime Minister of New Zealand. This podcast is small part of the Chis “Chippy” Hipkins story. It was an honor to connect with him for his first long form podcast that focused on who …

Jason Ryan is the forwards coach for the All Blacks. Before that he was involved with numerous other high profile teams including the Crusaders where, alongside Scott “Razor” Robertson, he helped build a dynasty, winning multiple Super Rugby titles. This is a small part of the Jason Ryan story. + How a butcher from the West Coast ended up becoming …

Beast Games was an incredible series from the worlds biggest You Tube star, Jimmy Donaldson (better known as Mr.Beast). Jeff Allen beat 999 other competitors to win the whole series and in doing so took home the largest cash prize in TV history- $10 million USD. This podcast is a small part of the Jeff Allen story. We talk about how a 44-year-old d…

Steve Williams first appeared on the podcast in February 2024. Now he has a brand-new book out called “Together We Roared” all about his partnership with Tiger Woods and he is back for round 2! He doesn’t do a lot of stuff like this so to have him on the podcast- TWICE- is a massive honour. Steve is best known for his 12-year partnership with Tiger…

Mark Hunt is one of the toughest fighters to ever step into a ring or octagon. This episode needs to come with a very strong warning. There is a lot of coarse language. Also, other themes which could be unsuitable for some: drugs, alcohol, gambling, violence, and extreme childhood trauma. None of this is done in a gratuitous way- Marks life has bee…

Sean Yarbrough is the mastermind behind Broke Boy Taco. He has, in a very short time frame, redefined street food culture and created a brand that has a genuine buzz and well-deserved hype around it. From sleeping on sofas and being addicted to drugs and alcohol to moving to New Zealand and establishing New Zealand’s hottest new hospitality busines…

The FastCast is a highlights length version of a previously released episode of The Dom Harvey Podcast. Today we are winding the clock back all the way to March 2022 and the very first episode of my podcast with NZ musician Mitch James. You can hear the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rCBiUfCn2g0 March 2025 marks the 3rd annivers…

Victoria Vanstone is a British-born author, blogger, and podcast host who now lives on the Sunshine coast in Australia. She is a reformed “party girl” (her words, not mine) who is now living her best life sharing her sobriety journey. She is a woman on a mission to help others stuck in a pattern of normalized social binge drinking. It seems like wh…

In November 2024, 40 years after making his commentary debut, Grant ‘Nisbo’ Nisbett called his 350th All Blacks test match- that’s over half of ALL the test matches the All Blacks have ever played! 'Nisbo' is 74 years old and still at the peak of his broadcasting powers and this is a small part of the Grant Nisbett story. We cover a lot of stuff he…

Jon Toogood is the leader of Shihad, one of the greatest NZ bands of all time. They formed in Wellington in 1988 and at the time of releasing this Fastcast, in March 2025, they are about to play their final show in Wellington. Then…that’s it! Will they get back together for reunion shows in the future? Maybe. Hopefully. But as a full-time band, tha…

This podcast needs to come with a very strong warning. It is a very graphic account of the darkest day in New Zealand’s history. Please listen with caution. On March 15, 2019, Temel Atacocugu was praying at the Al Noor Mosque in Christchurch when a white supremacist terrorist stormed in. At the end of the despicable cowardly attack which shocked an…

Toa Fraser is a legendary New Zealand filmmaker, playwright, and storyteller and this is his first ever podcast. Outside of his incredible career, he’s also been on a deeply personal journey with early-onset Parkinson’s disease which he was diagnosed with in 2016. This is a very small part of the Toa Fraser story:. His early years in the UK and his…

This is a special FastCast for International Woman’s Day 2025! Three short snippets of the Dame’s I’ve been lucky enough to have on the podcast so far. Dame Susan Devoy, she is New Zealand’s greatest ever squash player…but she is so much more than that. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mrt0HyNSMMc&t=3781s Dame Lisa Carrington, the kayak queen who is…

Andrew Mulligan is one of the most employed people in New Zealand media. You can hear Mulls on breakfast radio on the Rock breakfast show, it’s a fantastic show that’s been performing at a gold star standard for years. You can watch him on TV in the evenings on Crowd Goes Wild, a show that he’s been involved with since it launched back in 2006. The…

At just 18 years old, Theo Pratt made the terrifying decision to leave the Gloriavale cult and everything she’d ever known—her family, her home, her entire way of life- absolutely everything she had known since birth. She was dropped at a bus stop with just a suitcase, $200 cash, and no idea what came next. Then after some heartbreaking final words…

Hamish Kerr originally appeared on the podcast at the end of 2022, not long after he won a Commonwealth Games Gold medal. Heres the original ep: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yEf-zSZRbcY So much has happened since then! At the 2025 Halberg awards Hamish Kerr won the “Sportsman of the year” trophy, the first time a high jumper has ever won that ti…

Sir Bryan Williams became an All Black winger when he was 19 in 1970 and quickly became a household name. Since his playing days finished in 1978, he has done so much! He coached Samoa, the Hurricanes and Auckland. He’s been Knighted and inducted to THREE separate sports hall of fame. He was President of the NZ rugby union. And most weekends you’ll…

Don Ha was born in Vietnam then spent a couple of years at a refugee camp in Hong Kong before his family got relocated to NZ in 1980 with no English and little more than the clothes they had on. Despite this massive disadvantage, Don Ha became a New Zealand rich lister through real estate with a net worth of over $100 million. Then during the GFC, …

The FastCast is a highlights length version of a previously released episode of The Dom Harvey Podcast. The hope is if you like this Fastcast, you’ll go back into the archives and listen to the full-length episode sometime. Joseph Parker, one of NZs greatest boxers of all time, joined me on the podcast in May 2022. I thought I’d revisit our podcast…

Jackson Garden-Bachop plays super rugby for Moana Pasifika. He was destined to be a pro rugby player- his dad was an All Black, his mum was a Black Fern, and his cousins were All Blacks. Jackson began his professional career with the Wellington Lions as a teenager in 2013 and last year celebrated his 100th game for the province. The last player to …

LANCE BURDETT PODCAST: This conversation needs to come with a strong warning- it covers a lot of disturbing things the guest has seen in his line of duty in the NZ Police. Lance Burdett is a former police crisis negotiator, specializing in dealing with high-risk situations, including hostage negotiations, suicide interventions, and major criminal i…

David Seymour, maybe the most polarizing and divisive politician in New Zealand, joined me on the podcast at the start of 2023. I thought I’d revisit our podcast and share it as a Fastcast because he recently confirmed he is engaged to his partner of two years, Alexandra Martelli. One of the standout moments for me in our conversation was about a h…