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Verbal HighsEpisode 145: Lewis TennantLewis Tennant is a podcast producer, teacher, researcher, journalist, & competitive pinballer. He is the founder & organiser of the NZ Podcasting Summit. Lewis sometimes writes descriptions of himself in the third person. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-10-131h 25
Adversities To AssetsAmputee Abroad - Dylan Tennant"I didn't go in there to be famous."Fresh out of the Big Brother house, Dylan Tennant doesn't hold back with Lewis! From the backlash he faced due to the reality show's editing, the horrific accident that changed his life, the series of complications that led to his amputation, and to becoming an amputee advocate... he unpacks it all!In this episode, Dylan shares his remarkable journey that proves he is more than just a talented DJ and reality TV personality – he is a beacon of hope for amputees around the world inspiring them that li...2024-01-261h 01
ALTBAYSLewis Tennant (AUT Communication Studies Lecturer) - ALTBAYS Show #194Did you know that 30% percent of kiwis are weekly podcast listeners, outpacing the U.S., Canada, and Australia, each at 26%? Dr. Lewis Tennant is a renowned Auckland University renowned teacher, media producer, journalist, and podcaster. Host of the podcast "Verbal Highs”, Lewis is the visionary founder of the New Zealand Podcasting Summit. We have the pleasure to have our dear broadcaster, Fabian Roberts, to talk about Aotearoa media, the power of podcasts, technology and much more! Show 194 – Lewis Tennant (AUT Communication Studies Lecturer) Welcome to the Altbays Show (Feat. Fabian Roberts a...2023-06-151h 29
Verbal HighsEpisode 97: Gabriel AtkinsonGabriel Atkinson is a member of Weta, the band tipped as NZ’s next great rock band before ending in a halt. He now lives in country Victoria, Australia. Slim Dusty slips out of him every now & again. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-03-041h 49
Verbal HighsEpisode 96: John Paul MossJohn Paul Moss convenes AUM, a family-friendly three-day New Year’s festival that encourages art, creativity, ideas, & interactions. AUM just turned six. AUM holds the world record for the largest gathering of unicorns in one place. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-02-131h 12
Verbal HighsEpisode 95: Orlando StewartOrlando Stewart makes moving images The Spinoff once described as ‘weird TV genius’. In 2005 he was the manager of Wayne Anderson: Singer of Songs. Orlando’s work celebrates the sad splendour of the suburban dream. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2021-01-261h 15
Verbal HighsEpisode 94: James MeharryJames Meharry is the deejay, promoter, graphic designer, remixer, record label owner, record cutter, and Christchurch local who saved radio station RDU. He knows who Simon from The Exchange is. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-11-021h 18
Verbal HighsEpisode 93: TipeneSteven ‘Tipene’ Hamer is a rapper, music producer, grafter, youth worker, & advocate. In 2019 he was named Best Urban Artist at the Waiata Music Awards. When Tipene offered the last pork bun to a stranger they soon became friends. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-10-151h 16
Verbal HighsEpisode 92: Amanda WrightAmanda Wright is the founder of Splore, the festival she directed for 16 years. The road to Splore began in 1990 when Amanda found outdoor parties in Goa. Amanda first deejayed on two fax machines. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-09-301h 16
Verbal HighsEpisode 91: Darren WatsonDarren Watson is a musician, songwriter, teacher, & activist who rose to prominence with Chicago Smoke Shop. He is touring throughout NZ in October. Darren is Getting Sober for The End of The World. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-09-171h 19
Verbal HighsEpisode 90: Tom SainsburyTom Sainsbury is a Snapchat Dude, comedian, writer, actor, and bona fide Paula Bennett impersonator. His first film Dead is currently in pre-production. Tom also judges independent cat competitions. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-08-251h 04
Verbal HighsEpisode 89: DLTDarryl Thompson is a producer, composer and artist from Ngāti Kahungunu. He produced ‘Chains’ with Che Fu and co-founded Upper Hutt Posse with Te Kupu. Planet Rock does not hang out in the disco suede end of his mind. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-07-271h 21
Verbal HighsEpisode 88: Renee Church & Matt CoombeRenee Church & Matt Coombe are stand-up comedians. Both are regulars on the open mic circuit in Auckland, & are working toward being full-time performers.Love to everyone who reached out after the last episode. You are sorely missed by many Aaron. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-07-121h 32
Verbal HighsEpisode 87: Aaron Tokona87: Aaron Tokona performs as AHoriBuzz via Steve Vai from Naenae, Weta, Bongmaster, and Cairo Knife Fight. He speaks two words of truth to power: ‘wha-cup’. Aaron’s secret to a good vocal take is a gunky coil. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-06-161h 21
Verbal HighsEpisode 86: Andrea ReidAndrea Reid is the founder of Pollinator Paths, a renewal-driven bird, insect, reptile, & urban garden-friendly trail connecting the city’s green spaces. Days into the first pathway being created, local shops sold out of tiny bug-sized suitcases. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-03-071h 19
Verbal HighsEpisode 85: Jarret FilmerJarret Filmer is Geoff Rissole, co-creator of Shit Towns of NZ. He and Rick Furphy are Australasia's leading experts on sociology, travel, and culture. Jarret has plans for ‘It’s in the Point Bag’; a modern reboot of an iconic NZ game show. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-02-191h 07
Verbal HighsEpisode 84: Jason FordJason Ford is one of NZ’s most passionate hip hop heads. He hosted NZ’s longest running hip hop radio show, The Wednesday Night Jam, from 1990 to 2006. Jason once worked for a sad man who lived in a mushroom factory. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2020-01-041h 20
Verbal HighsEpisode 83: Peter UrlichPeter Urlich is a musician, entertainer, & Renaissance man. He is a Dude, one ½ of Nice & Urlich, TV band manager, broadcaster & dancer with the stars. Peter once ran away from NZ to roadie for The Cure. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-12-221h 13
Verbal HighsEpisode 82: Julia DeansJulia Deans has been performing & making music for over 25 years, fronting Fur Patrol before forging a solo career alongside other performance projects. Julia ran away from jazz school to join a Celtic band. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-12-141h 23
Verbal HighsEpisode 81: Stephen GallagherStephen Gallagher is a composer & music editor. He worked closely on The Hobbit franchise, & has worked closely with Brian Eno, Nick Cave, & Ed Sheeran. ‘Blunt the Knives’, the song he wrote for the first Hobbit film, is a legitimate dwarf banger. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-11-221h 28
Verbal HighsEpisode 80: Gene & CianGene Jouavel & Cian O’Donnell were part of a team who in 1999 began dispensing specialty rhythms, congregations, & nocturnal health tonics on Galatos St. 20 years on. Gene & Cian reflect on cities, culture, music, & life, as well as past projects, including Khuja Lounge, The Turnaround, & the formative Galatos years. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-08-171h 08
Verbal HighsEpisode 79: Danny McCrumDanny McCrum is a musician, entrepreneur, and co-host of podcast ‘Don’t Give up your Day Job’. His fourth album Hustle Bustle will be released shortly. Danny once provided the soundtrack to some inaugural teen lovemaking on Shortland St. Lindsay describes his decision to do a second master’s degree as a Suzanne Paul moment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-07-211h 25
Verbal HighsEpisode 78: Nabeel ZuberiNabeel Zuberi teaches & writes about music, media, film and the politics of culture. Pakistan-born, he moved from Yemen to England as a refugee in 1968.Nabeel once went to America to study American Studies. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-07-011h 25
Verbal HighsEpisode 77: Lindsay NeillLindsay Neill is a chef turned lecturer whose research & teaching frames food in social and cultural contexts. He has studied NZ’s most famous pie cart.Lindsay describes his decision to do a second master’s degree as a Suzanne Paul moment. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-06-161h 09
Verbal HighsEpisode 76: Levi HawkenLevi Hawken is a pro skateboarder, artist, teacher, mentor, writer & landscaper, who in 2011 unwittingly ended up one of NZ’s best-known Internet memes. Levi creates things out of concrete in a room full of giant Jet Plane lollies. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-03-061h 27
Verbal HighsEpisode 75: Graeme HillGraeme Hill is a broadcaster, producer, writer, musician & raconteur. He was an Able Tasman from 1983 to 1996, and 95bFM’s first full-time brekkie host. Graeme also runs a retreat & sweat lodge for native geckoes. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-02-141h 13
Verbal HighsEpisode 74: Karl StevenKarl Steven is a composer of original music to picture, academic, music producer, & musician. He’s probably best known as the front man for Supergroove. Karl has a doctorate in Socrates. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-02-031h 19
Verbal HighsEpisode 73: Ermehn' 274Herman Loto is a rapper, MMA fighter and trainer, former King Cobras member, & security provider. His debut album Samoans: Part 2 is a slept-on classic. Herman specialises in mosh pit control when working events. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2019-01-051h 15
Verbal HighsEpisode 72: Harry the BastardHarry T Bastard landed a role at Rough Trade Records, which led to a role at Watts Music. The front room of Harry’s New York flat was known as ‘Club H’. Some bad luck on a fishing trip led to Harry returning to NZ decades after leaving. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2018-12-311h 02
Verbal HighsEpisode 71: Gareth ShuteGareth Shute is a writer, publisher, & musician. In 2004 he wrote the award-winning Hip Hop Music in Aotearoa, the first of five books he has authored. Gareth works part-time for a five year old making tree houses & crappy planes. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2018-12-311h 20
Verbal HighsEpisode 70: Paul Oremland70: Paul Oremland made a film about 100 of his past lovers. 100 Men features interviews with some of the men, charting 40 years of gay history & Paul’s life. One of Paul’s first jobs in London was editing out the most climactic scenes in porn films. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2018-12-311h 22
Verbal HighsEpisode 69: Ian MaganIan Magan is a pioneer of radio & music promotion in NZ. He was one of Hauraki’s ‘Good Guys’, & has since toured artists as diverse as AC/DC & Pavarotti. Chuck Berry once did a runner from Ian, though he caught up with Chuck at Auckland Airport. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2018-12-211h 30
Verbal HighsEpisode 68: Dan SageDan Sage, by his own admission, is a giant pile of poor life decisions. He is also a stand-up comedian who’s toured the North Island (of New Zealand). Dan is a Mormon. Who is also not a Mormon. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2018-11-251h 29
Verbal HighsEpisode 67: Julia Clement67: Julia Clement is a female transgender comedian who has made a number of significant changes later in life. Julia’s onstage shtick combines the transgender and tech geek experience. Julia was raised by a troupe of travelling TV repairmen. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2018-11-141h 14
Verbal HighsEpisode 66: Jackie van BeekJackie van Beek is a film & theatre director, writer, & actor. Her film The Breaker Upperers was one of the most critically-acclaimed NZ films of 2018. When provoked, Jackie used to velcro her younger sister into a bag of inanimate puppets. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2018-11-021h 22
Verbal HighsEpisode 65: Hugh SundaeHugh Sundae is a broadcaster & journalist who turned up to 95bFM aged 14, later hosting brekkie. Away for a decade, he returned as station manager in 2015. The question that has plagued him for many years is ‘what’s wrong with Huntly?’ Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2018-10-261h 31
Verbal HighsEpisode 64: Tim BattTim Batt is the comedian, writer, & presenter behind NZ’s most successful podcast,‘The Worst Idea of All Time’. He once worked closely with Kevin Black. Tim’s school cricket team drank heavily & bowled apples instead of balls. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2018-09-101h 24
Verbal HighsEpisode 63: Jason HoyteJason Hoyte is an award-winning screen & voice actor, comedian, and host of Hauraki’s Daily Bhuja. He is part of the Alternative Commentary Collective. Jason figured out how to beat the robots that control Shortland Street. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2018-09-021h 08
Verbal HighsEpisode 62: Jamie BowenJamie Bowen has been a stand-up comedian, performer, & writer for nearly 20 years. He has been nominated for every comedy award in NZ, but never won one. Jamie builds a fort out of bedding when in hotel rooms. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2018-08-141h 29
Verbal HighsEpisode 61: Harold RorschachHarold Rorschach is a musician & artist best known as Roland Rorschach of The Hallelujah Picassos. He spent ten years at the helm of the iconic DKD Café. Harold left Holland for Whakatane in the early 1980s & has never been back. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2018-07-231h 18
Verbal HighsEpisode 60: Roger PerryRoger Perry was one of the first in NZ to champion the now ubiquitous house music sound and scene. Roger was introduced to DJing by actor Russell Crowe. He remains tight-lipped regarding Troughman. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2018-07-061h 27
Verbal HighsEpisode 59: Andrew SpraggonAndrew Spraggon is a songwriter, producer, musician, & manager who has piloted the festival-favourite musical collective Sola Rosa for nearly 20 years. He kinda hates The Doobie Brothers. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2018-06-251h 26
Verbal HighsEpisode 58: Justine SmithJustine Smith is a stand-up comedian & sit-down comedy writer recognised for working on the Comedy Gala, AotearoHa, 7 Days, After Hours, & Funny Girls. Justine never regrets two things in life; going to a concert or for a swim. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2018-06-121h 13
Verbal HighsEpisode 57: Tim WardTim Ward built Wellington's Hole in the Wall before launching The Matterhorn, Good Luck, & urban legend Shopping. He currently owns San Fran Bathhouse. Tim often gets historical dates wrong, often by a number of years. Tim often gets historical dates wrong, often by a number of years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2018-05-121h 30
Verbal HighsEpisode 56: Danny LemonDanny Lemon has been a window dresser, pro roller-skater, child actor, and barber. He is one of NZ’s most passionate advocates of reggae music. In 2014 Danny lost the 8,500 records, as well as irreplaceable personal belongings, to arson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2018-05-041h 25
Verbal HighsEpisode 55: Sam ScottSam Scott is a founding member of The Phoenix Foundation. He also works as a composer for screen, storyteller for Radio NZ, & producer for Dave Dobbyn. Sam is a fervent advocate of Molisana pasta. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2018-03-281h 25
Verbal HighsEpisode 54: Dave BengeDave Benge is general manager of VIce NZ, coming from a career in music management & touring. He managed Fur Patrol, Cut Off Your Hands & Aldous Harding. Dave once wagered Shihad's live show fee on a game of pool with Tom Larkin. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2018-03-061h 33
Verbal HighsEpisode 53: Andrew BoakAndrew Boak formed punk band No Tag in the 1980s while working on Radio B. Now in San Fran, Andrew still plays music while working in Silicon Valley. Andrew is not a fan of the Foo Fighters’ live show. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2018-02-061h 34
Verbal HighsEpisode 52: Lily ChalmersLily Chalmers is an organiser, innovator, & advocate who runs the Naenae Clubhouse, a space that encourages the creativity & ambition of Naenae youth. Lily claims Winston Peters is honest. Well, she claimed it once, in this podcast. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2018-01-221h 28
Verbal HighsEpisode 51: Otis ChamberlainOtis Chamberlain is a painter, illustrator, & musician based in Wellington via San Francisco, Timaru, & Melbourne. His art seeks to harmonise opposites. Otis spent the best part of ten years within a one kilometre radius of the corner of Wellington’s Vivian & Cuba Streets. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2018-01-101h 33
Verbal HighsEpisode 50: Frank BookerFrank Booker is Chris Cox; DJ, producer, teacher & family man. He has quietly built a global reputation for his edits, original productions & DJ sets. Frank signed an NDA the night he DJed for Prince, which he talks about on this podcast. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-11-301h 31
Verbal HighsEpisode 49: Chris ChetlandChris Chetland is a musician, mastering engineer, & theoretical biologist. He co-founded Kog Transmissions & continues to run award-winning Kog Studio. Chris’ early decision to include a CD with a gig ticket was inspired by Brian Arthur’s Theory of Increasing Returns. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-11-291h 27
Verbal HighsEpisode 48: Andy VannAndy Vann is an originator in the New Zealand music community. He nurtured much of the talent laid down on 1994’s ‘Proud: Urban Street Soul Compilation’. Andy is looking forward to Leeds getting back into the premiership. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-11-291h 04
Verbal HighsEpisode 47: Alan McElroyAlan McElroy is a stand-up comedian, MC, actor and writer from Dublin. He immigrated to Auckland in 2010 & has been on the local pro comedy circuit since. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-11-281h 17
Verbal HighsEpisode 46: Theo GibsonTheo Gibson is a theatre, film, and video technician who turned a 1990 Toyota Sera into an electric vehicle & made a documentary about it along the way. Theo longs for a day when driverless car software can differentiate between children & midgets. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-11-281h 19
Verbal HighsEpisode 45: Tobi JafaTobi Muir operates Auckland’s Jafa Mafia sound system. Tobi’s folks were activists, which led to a sudden move from Dunedin to London when he was 10. Tobi’s Dachshund Sizzla disappeared from a party. He turned up again four years later. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-11-201h 26
Verbal HighsEpisode 44: King KapisiBill Urale is an award-winning rapper, music producer, clothing designer, screen printer, record label founder, video director, and community worker. Bono once invited Bill to a small room where he sat with Zane Lowe’s mum. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-11-161h 26
Verbal HighsEpisode 43: Mike WestonMike Weston is a musician, print maker, videographer, promoter, and painter. Before becoming one half of Weston Frizzell, he toured Detroit techno DJs. Mike was involved in a Champagne smuggling cartel that operated out of Sony Music Christmas parties. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-11-071h 31
Verbal HighsEpisode 42: Scott BlanksScott Blanks is the Don of the NZ stand-up comedy scene. Scott was one of the original pioneers of the early '80s, before opening The Classic in 1997. Scott once had an existential crisis while drinking Scotch & listening to U2. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-10-311h 31
Verbal HighsEpisode 41: Elizabeth AllanElizabeth Allan is a novelist, bartender, journalist, editor, ESL tutor, and sub editor who has self-published three of the six novels she has written. In 2002 she sent the entire print run of the first novel to Manchester & never checked whether it arrived. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-10-241h 21
Verbal HighsEpisode 40: Dylan CDylan Chase is an Auckland DJ stalwart by night & Programme Director for Base FM by day. Base’s large roster of DJs aims to bring the funk to Auckland. In 2015 Dylan clocked Gladwell’s 10,000 hour theory on the turntables. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-10-131h 28
Verbal HighsEpisode 39: Jeremy ParkinsonJeremy Parkinson has produced prime-time talkback radio since 1998. Over the last few years he’s produced Michael Laws, Sean Plunket, & Mark Sainsbury. Jeremy voted for Helen Clark because she was giving him a lift home at night. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-09-201h 28
Verbal HighsEpisode 38: Leon DahlLeon Dahl is a musician, audio engineer, producer, & Hitech DJ/PA Product Manager for the NZ Rockshop stores. He was one half of house duo Cuffy & Leon.Leon can hear the lava cavities under Auckland’s surface. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-09-151h 10
Verbal HighsEpisode 37: Simon SweetmanSimon Sweetman is a freelance music writer & critic, former blogger @ On The Tracks, webhost @ Off the Tracks, and host of the weekly Sweetman Podcast. Simon once received an apology letter from Robbie Williams. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-09-091h 35
Verbal HighsEpisode 36: Bobby BrazukaBobby Brazuka is a São Paulo-born DJ, radio host, gig promoter, & NZ Music Award nominee. He is NZ’s unofficial Brazilian music & culture ambassador. Bobby is currently hunting a nappy bag thief who is terrorising his neighbourhood. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-08-131h 25
Verbal HighsEpisode 35: Julian BoshierJulian Boshier has spent the past decade completing Swagger of Thieves, a film about friendship, ageing, addiction, relationships, & Head Like A Hole. Julian doesn’t like red. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-08-071h 08
Verbal HighsEpisode 34: Nick AtkinsonNick Atkinson plays sax for Supergroove & Hopetoun Brown. He has also produced & presented for RNZ, written for The Herald, & globetrotted on yachts. Nick believes if Supergroove had been sailing across the ocean together the first time around, they would not have broken up. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-08-011h 32
Verbal HighsEpsisode 33: Rob WarnerRob Warner is a DJ, public relations consultant, and dance music culture advocate. Rob has successfully campaigned against lockout laws in Auckland. Rob once schooled a flight attendant on aircraft safety by citing a YouTube video. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-07-231h 25
Verbal HighsEpisode 32: Greg ChurchillGreg Churchill is a DJ, producer, and radio host. He is arguably the Don Dada of New Zealand house music, having cut his teeth in the early 1980s. Greg’s pre-gig callisthenics involve a 90 minute nap and three shots of tequila. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-07-151h 25
Verbal HighsEpisode 31: Guy CapperGuy Capper is a clay animator, actor, writer, filmmaker, stand-up comedian, and teacher. He and Jemaine Clement are The Pen’s ovine duo, Robert & Sheepy. Guy looks forward to later in life when he can have a giggle & a scone knowing it my all go wrong. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-07-081h 28
Verbal HighsEpisode 30: David RidlerDavid Ridler is the Head of Music & Radio at NZ On Air, coming to the role after a period as Content Director of Radio Hauraki, and a career in music.It’s definitely David, not Dave. So remember that if you’re ever getting to second base with him in correspondence. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-06-271h 26
Verbal HighsEpisode 29: Murray CammickMurray Cammick is a journalist, photographer, editor, record label owner, DJ, and radio host perhaps best known for founding Rip It Up & Wildside Records. Murray found Jesus in his teens, but then lost him again. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-06-211h 25
Verbal HighsEpisode 28: Teremoana RapleyTeremoana Rapley is a musician, magazine editor, television presenter & producer. Tere’s career began as a member of pioneering rap crew Upper Hutt Posse. One day Tere thought a homeless person had approached her in Ponsonby. It turned out to be a man with life-changing news. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-06-131h 26
Verbal HighsEpisode 27: David LawrenceDavid Lawrence is an award-winning theatre director, actor, and teacher. He is a Shakespeare scholar currently heading production for the Pop-up Globe. This episode is dedicated to the memory of Andrew Menzies. Please subscribe to the podcast & check Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-05-291h 27
Verbal HighsEpisode 26: Greg TreadwellGreg Treadwell is an award-winning Senior Lecturer in journalism at AUT University. He is soon to complete a PhD examining freedom of information in NZ. Like Cole Sear sees dead people, Greg sees holes in news articles. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-05-201h 29
Verbal HighsEpisode 25: MukpuddyAlex Leighton & Ryan Cooper draw, voice & script the cartoon show Barefoot Bandits. Alongside Tim Evans they run Auckland animation studio Mukpuddy. In high school Disney was Alex’s Iron Maiden. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-05-131h 29
Verbal HighsEpisode 24: Raiza BizaRaiza Biza is a Congo-born New Zealand rapper of Rwandan heritage. He is aligned with YGB and heads a collective of artists under the banner AmmoNation. Raiza lives in the future & believes the universal truth is love. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-05-041h 23
Verbal HighsEpisode 23: Andy PickeringAndy Pickering founded and edited Remix & Pilot magazines, and was ‘Spy’ for the Herald. He was brand manager for the Internet Party & was a Freemason. Andy once setup an all ages rave club above a UFO cult’s headquarters. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-04-251h 25
Verbal HighsEpisode 22: Brendhan LovegroveBrendhan Lovegrove is a stand-up comedian who has been regularly performing for the past 23 years. In 1998 he was one of the first Billy T Award winners. Reviews in the UK said his show was a riot, then one day an actual riot broke out. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-04-181h 29
Verbal HighsEpisode 21: TourettesDominic Hoey is a poet, rapper, musician, podcaster, teacher, youth mentor, and writer. His first novel, 'Iceland', is available 15 June 2017. Following the failure of a long-term relationship & an album release, Dominic moved to a 400-strong Icelandic fishing village. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-04-111h 33
Verbal HighsEpsiode Twenty: Paul WalshPaul Walsh is a visual artist, who works in a range of mediums, from watercolour to spray paint. He is also a DJ, web designer, and wedding entertainer. Paul suffers from telephonophobia. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-04-051h 30
Verbal HighsEpisode Nineteen: Kirsty JohnstonKirsty Johnston is a Canon Media Award-winning investigative reporter at the New Zealand Herald. She has a strong interest in social justice and education. Kirsty hopes one day to write a feature-length cat up a tree story. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-03-291h 27
Verbal HighsEpisode Eighteen: DJ DubheadPatrick Waller is a record collector, rhythm selector, radio presenter, musician and producer. He has hosted bFM’s The Rhythm Selection since 1990. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-03-201h 29
Verbal HighsEpisode Seventeen: Adam RickettAdam Rickett is a British-born chef who currently heads the kitchen at Auckland’s Euro. He previously ran Wellington’s Matterhorn and Pravda kitchens. His favourite two minute noodle flavour is Mee Goreng. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-03-141h 24
Verbal HighsEpisode Sixteen: Mike HodgsonMike Hodgson is a multimedia artist, musician, robot collector, video punk, and live event aficionado. He and Paddy Free form musical duo Pitch Black. MIke once used sub bass to distract a rugby league team from getting a try. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-03-091h 26
Verbal HighsEpisode Fifteen: Dai HenwoodDai Henwood leads the second team on Seven Days, hosts Family Feud 5.30pm weekdays, wins awards for his stand-up comedy, and used to be a wedding DJ. Strangers often refer to him as ‘that homo from the TV’. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-02-281h 26
Verbal HighsEpisode Fourteen: Mikey HavocMikey Havoc is a radio broadcaster, rock star, TV show pioneer, nightclub connoisseur, fireworks aficionado, game show host, and sauce ambassador. By his own admission, he was on time for the podcast. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-02-211h 36
Verbal HighsEpisode Thirteen: Mark CubeyMark Cubey is a media artisan who produced Kim Hill on RNZ, co-founded Loop Magazine, managed Radio Active, and started NZ’s longest running hip hop show. His first job was being an apple. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-02-161h 29
Verbal HighsEpisode Twelve: Ursula GraceUrsula Grace is a documentary filmmaker and university lecturer. Her award-winning short film 'The King' was made as part of her Master's thesis. On December 31 1999 she sat in her Hey Sister boxers waiting for Y2K to take effect. It never did. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-02-061h 30
Verbal HighsEpisode Eleven: John 'Jstar' AyresJohn ‘Jstar’ Ayres is a bass music producer, remixer, and DJ widely known for his reggae mashups. He used to be tour manager for Major Lazer and Diplo. He also tour managed Yo Majesty, a short lived Christian lesbian electronic group. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-01-301h 31
Verbal HighsEpisode Ten: Verity JohnsonVerity Johnson is a journalist, speaker, part-time comic, and ex Paul Henry Show co-host. She was a finalist in the 2016 Canon Media awards. She once had an existential crisis at The Men of Steel strip club. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-01-241h 20
Verbal HighsEpisode Nine: Mark 'Slave' WilliamsMark 'Slave' Williams is a radio & TV broadcaster, MC, video director, voice artist, DJ, and actor. He is the MC & videographer for Fat Freddy's Drop. He does not collect Bill Cosby records. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-01-171h 29
Verbal HighsEpisode Eight: Russell BrownRussell Brown is a media commentator, journalist, TV & radio broadcaster, and blogger. He launched the pioneering Public Address blog community in 2002. His early trolling was foiled by typewriter forensics.Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-01-101h 27
Verbal HighsEpisode Seven: Dave RoperDave Roper is a music promoter and artist manager, and was the first to tour international DJs regularly in NZ. He also owned Fu Bar & Subtronix Recordings. He once transported an incapacitated Ghostface Killah between a Denny’s restaurant and a hotel room. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2017-01-031h 28
Verbal HighsEpisode Six: Dave PeckDave Peck is a semi-retired entrepreneur who owns 127 pinball machines (the largest collection in NZ). He is NZ’s number one player, and competes globally. He is currently restoring a 1979 Hercules, the largest pinball machine ever commercially produced, and one of the rarest titles in his collection. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2016-12-261h 29
Verbal HighsEpisode Five: Fergus AitkenFergus Aitken is a director, performer, presenter, movement tutor, stand-up comedian, and mime. He is perhaps best known to audiences as Mr Fungus. The youngest of eight children, he recently held a family reunion in a custom-made shoe. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2016-12-211h 27
Verbal HighsEpisode Four: Nathan RarereNathan Rarere is a scriptwriter and radio & television personality who first found a national audience on Ice TV, and now hosts breakfast on Radio Sport. He is the unofficial NZ ambassador for poutine. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2016-12-141h 31
Verbal HighsEpisode Three: Mikee TuckerMikee Tucker founded independent label Loop Recordings, produces for Think INC & TEDxAuckland, and was campaign manager for Kim Dotcom’s Internet Party. He has played Scrabble with Steve Wozniak. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2016-12-061h 33
Verbal HighsEpisode Two: Otis FrizzellOtis Frizzell is a visual artist, designer, musician, and radio & TV host. He was OJ to the Rhythm Slave and Opto to the early hip-hop infused walls of NZ. He was briefly in an unhealthy relationship with Robbie Williams which came to a head at a friend of Keanu Reeves' birthday party. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2016-11-291h 22
Verbal HighsEpisode One: Thomas WattsThomas Watts dances erogenously in alt-rock band Villainy, produces NZ TV panel show Seven Days, and teaches students how to make audio stories at AUT. He owns an auburn beard and a hamster. Please subscribe to the podcast & check www.verbalhighs.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2016-11-241h 29