What I Know Now
Sport isn’t everything, but it does impact a lot of things. In this School Sport NZ podcast, hosted by CEO Mike Summerell we look at how the benefits of sport flow through to everyday life. It’s designed for people who want to be involved in sport but have other priorities too. Mike talks to a range of people with lived experience about how sport impacts relationships, careers, identities and more, and how they balanced sport with other important parts of their lives. Hear relevant and useful experience from some of the best-known names within New Zealand sport and beyond, discovering all the ways sport has benefited their lives on and off the field...but mostly off.
Episodes
Amelia Kerr is on track to be one of New Zealand’s best-ever White Ferns, but the lessons she’s learned in juggling sport and her studies are relevant for any young sportsperson.
Since she was first picked to play for her country on her 16th birthday, Amelia has balanced sport with her education and her social life. This episode of What I Know Now reflects on how she’s not only juggled her commitments, but how doing it has enable...
Louisa Wall is a rare double international, who first played for the Silver Ferns at just 17 years old. She became a Black Fern six years later, winning a World Cup before launching a successful political career.
She’s now New Zealand’s Ambassador for Gender Equality in the Pacific, which includes using sport as a vehicle for equity and equality.
Louisa is in a great place to speak about equality within sports in areas such as ...
Brad Weber is an All Black and a Super Rugby champion who’s become a vocal supporter of the rainbow community. From speaking out against Israel Folau to working in schools, he’s helping to pave the way for inclusivity within sports.
This episode of What I Know Now looks at how far rugby has come in being a place where people can be accepted for who they are. Brad acknowledges it’s still got some way to go, but can see the way for...
Tom Walsh is one of the most successful, and perhaps one of the most liked, Kiwi athletes of all time. He’s a world champion shotputter and Olympic medallist, as well as a down-to-earth character who hasn’t been afraid to do things his way.
This episode of What I Know Now puts a bunch of sporting issues under the microscope, such as specialisation and the popularity of mainstream sports. Tom is down to earth, bringing a valuable ...
This might be the most impassioned backing of sport you’ll ever hear from a parent. Toni Street sees firsthand the benefits of sport in her kids, as a coach and a big advocate for getting them involved in anything and everything.
An impressive sportswoman herself growing up, Toni now helps her kids (and their friends) to benefit in a range of ways. It’s an excellent listen for parents in particular, on how sport can permeate thro...
Kane Williamson is already a legend of New Zealand sport, as one of our greatest ever cricketers and someone whose work ethic and dedication are globally respected. His mindset and attitude are seen as huge strengths, and this episode of What I Know Now offers incredible perspective for listeners of all ages.
It revolves around the idea of balance, which might seem odd given Kane’s renowned dedication to his sport. He talks to Sc...
For most of her storied Silver Ferns career, Laura Langman was also juggling studying and working as an accountant. That she is recognised as one of our best-ever netballers shows how anyone can balance sport with a working career.
In this episode of What I Know Now, Laura talks to School Sport CEO Mike Summerell about how she did it, with loads of great lessons for young people today.
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Sport isn’t everything, but it does impact a lot of things. In this School Sport NZ podcast, hosted by CEO Mike Summerell we look at how the benefits of sport flow through to everyday life.
It’s designed for people who want to be involved in sport but have other priorities too. Mike talks to a range of people with lived experience about how sport impacts relationships, careers, identities and more, and how they balanced sport with ...
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