The Para Podcast
The Para Podcast
Join host Kris Edwards as he celebrates the incredible journeys of Paralympic athletes heading to the Paris Games. Hear powerful, unfiltered stories from cyclist Nicole Murray, sprinter Mitch Joint, shooter Michael Johnson, and many more. These athletes open up about their personal challenges, triumphant moments, and the pride they feel representing NZ on the world stage.Social links:
Dean Booth
Dean Booth Paralympic champion! Hear his story of winning by a fingernail as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Sydney Games.
40:36
Keenan Alexander
A rising star! Para athlete Keenan Alexander tells his amazing story!
45:37
Charli Gardiner-Hall & Kylie Hall
Para athlete Charli Gardiner-Hall & her Mum Kylie tell their story , the challenges, triumphs & the goal of making it to the Paralympics.
49:00
Eligh Fountain
Para Shooter Eligh Fountain - listen to his amazing story on The Para Podcast
38:05
Jane Stevens - Chef de Mission
Hear all about what it means to be "Chef de Mission" and to lead the NZ Paralympic Team at the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games.
28:50
Thomas Coysh
Alpine para athlete Thomas Coysh the "Blind Skiwi" talks about skiing at speed when you can't see a thing!
53:25
John Marrable
John Marrable is a Para Sport legend & new appointee to the exciting Para Sport Collective with Paralympics NZ - John chats with host Kris Edwards and shares his inspiring story.
36:09
Finn Murphy
A rising star in the Para Canoe Finn Murphy tells his story on The Para Podcast!
32:41
Neelam O'Neill
My dream to go to the Paralympics came true! Hear the story of NZ Paralympian #236 Neelam O'Neill chatting with host Kris Edwards.
33:43
Michael Johnson
NZ Para Athlete Number 148 Michael Johnson now going to his 6th Paralympics to represent NZ in para shooting. Kris Edwards talked to Michael about his very first Paralympics in 2004 setting a world record and winning a gold medal. Michael is a para athlete icon - stand by for fascinating stories be…
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