From leading Canada’s women to Olympic glory in Tokyo to navigating a dramatic career setback and making a triumphant return to guide the Wellington Phoenix women to the A-League final, Bev’s story is one of ultimate highs and intense resilience.

Tune in to hear a raw and inspiring look at her life, her passions, and how she channels hunger and desire into a whole new chapter of leadership on and off the field.

From leading Canada’s women to Olympic glory in Tokyo to navigating a dramatic career setback and making a triumphant return to guide the Wellington Phoenix women to the A-League final, Bev’s story is one of ultimate highs and intense resilience. Tune in to hear a raw and inspiring look at her life, her passions, and how she channels hunger and desire into a whole new chapter of leadership on and off the field.

John Cowan hosts ‘Real Life’, a weekly nationwide chat show on Newstalk ZB featuring a different high-profile guest every week. John talks with them about their life, their upbringing, their passions and their view of the world.

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Bev Priestman - Head Coach of the Wellington Phoenix Women

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Angus Gillies is the author of the so-called Ruatoria Killings series of non-fiction investigations. He has worked as a journalist and producer at TV3 for 20 years, and has written biographies of Matthew Ridge, Adam Parore, Justin Marshall and John Rowles.

Angus Gillies is the author of the so-called Ruatoria Killings series of non-fiction investigations. He has worked as a journalist and producer at TV3 for 20 years, and has written biographies of Matthew Ridge, Adam Parore, Justin Marshall and John Rowles.

Angus Gillies - Author and TV Producer

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On Monday, news broke that beloved Kiwi actor Sir Sam Neill had died at the age of 78, after his family issued a statement online. 

In 2016, he spoke to Real Life with John Cowan on Newstalk ZB after the release of the iconic Kiwi film, Hunt for the Wilderpeople. 

Neill spoke to Cowan about overcoming a childhood stutter, his love for Otago, what inspired his move into winemaking, and a key mentor who helped build his acting career. 

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On Monday, news broke that beloved Kiwi actor Sir Sam Neill had died at the age of 78, after his family issued a statement online.&nbsp;
In 2016, he spoke to Real Life with John Cowan on Newstalk ZB after the release of the iconic Kiwi film, Hunt for the Wilderpeople.&nbsp;
Neill spoke to Cowan about overcoming a childhood stutter, his love for Otago, what inspired his move into winemaking, and a key mentor who helped build his acting career.&nbsp;
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From the Archives: The late Sir Sam Neill in 2016 on his childhood stutter, winemaking, and mentors

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Backed by more than two decades of elite global experience, Paul recently made history. Essence, located in Queenstown, was named the sole two-star establishment in the country's first ever Michelin Guide.

Paul has also enjoyed stints at legendary two Michelin star hubs in Singapore and Hong Kong as well as working out a decade long legacy as Executive Chef at Huka Lodge.

Tune in to hear of his incredible journey from a kid dreaming of Michelin kitchens to reaching the pinnacle of New Zealand's dining scene, his passion for wild foraging, and why making history won't change a single thing about how he runs his kitchen.

Backed by more than two decades of elite global experience, Paul recently made history. Essence, located in Queenstown, was named the sole two-star establishment in the country's first ever Michelin Guide. Paul has also enjoyed stints at legendary two Michelin star hubs in Singapore and Hong Kong as well as working out a decade long legacy as Executive Chef at Huka Lodge. Tune in to hear of his incredible journey from a kid dreaming of Michelin kitchens to reaching the pinnacle of New Zealand's dining scene, his passion for wild foraging, and why making history won't change a single thing about how he runs his kitchen.

Paul Froggatt - two Michelin Star chef

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Bev Priestman - Head Coach of the Wellington Phoenix Women

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