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U LUV iT Podcast

14 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago -

Concept is simple, we get to chat to people who do what they love. No matter what the professional we get to listen to individuals authentic stories as to where they started to where they are now in the pursuit of doing what they love.

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Episodes

#14 Lukhan Salakaia-Loto

December 30, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 77.2 MB

Final episode for the year we catch up with Lukhan who talks about his transition from Sydney and league to living in Brisbane and Rugby Union. He touches on the role his family plays as well as recently becoming a father himself. Even shares his music asperations as an outlet he looks to explore more of in 2022. Also an insight into the his experience with the Qld Reds and Wallabies and how he has built a resillient midset through adversity. 

#13 Caleb Timu

December 16, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 48.9 MB

Faith, Family, France and Footy Caleb takes on a journey from growing up out on the Southside of Brisbane to playing in front of sold out stadiums. How his transition from League to Rugby Union helped show him the world. What's most impressive about this episode is Caleb talks about putting his faith first was something he was determined to do by giving up the opportunity of a full time professional contract to serve his 2 year mormon mission. He share's his decision to hang up the boots at ...

#12 Sione Helu

December 09, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 69.2 MB

The cretive mind behind Pig Athletic, Sione shares the story of his creative journey and how not achieving his dream of being a full time pro ultimately pushed him closer to what he is currently doing. Showing everything happens for a reason.

#11 Iopu Iopu-Aso

November 25, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 74.8 MB

He's been harder than current Wallabies and All Black athletes to get on the poddy. Grateful to finally sit down with the man himslef to chat about growing up in Central Auckland, moving away from home as a young man to find his own independence. 7's particularly the trainings, NPC, Super Rugby, Faith, Family and his creative genius in the digital space we touch on it all.

#10 Charlotte Caslick

November 17, 2021 19:00 - 46 minutes - 37.3 MB

A pleasure to have our first female guest on the Podcast. Charlotte's story is one about if there is no opportunity you literally create your own. Great insight into her support network that has been there since day 1. From touch to 7's as well as 2 olympic games campaigns and a stint in the NRLW. Her story has it all, and she still has so much more ahead of her.

#9 Lote Tuqiri

November 10, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 81.4 MB

As authentic as they come. LT takes us from the beginning to where it all started, his stories of his first pre-season with the Broncos will leave you in stitches. First time meeting Big Wendell Sailor, the influence of Tim Sheens as a coach and the transition from league to Rugby. Could easily have carried on for another hour but leaves plenty for a follow up episode!

#8 Erick Lucero

November 03, 2021 19:10 - 1 hour - 68.6 MB

What a story, immigrated with his family from Chile Erick shares that he found out quickly school wasn't for him. He excelled at sports but always had a creative side to him too. Through the pandemic he lost his job and decided to do something about it, picked up a camera and started taking pohotos but more than that started to story tell through still images. Working the first 6 - 8 months for free to hone his skills. Eventually he would catch a break with the Brisbane Bullets, NRL, And Int...

#7 Anton Lienert Brown & Damian Mckenzie

October 27, 2021 20:00 - 1 hour - 54.1 MB

From School to Club to NPC to Super Rugby to the ALL Blacks, These two pretty much followed each other growing up. In this episode both ALB and Damo talk about their journey from where it started to how it's going plus an exclusive on a drink they're lauching in time for summer. Fozzy pops in, and Beaudy turns up in his Panthers Jersey with the tag still on. Enjoy

#6 Samu Kerevi

October 18, 2021 12:25 - 1 hour - 71.6 MB

We catch up with Samu who shares his story about Faith, Family and Footy. He speaks about his special connection with his Grandfather, his rise from 2nd XV to professional rugby. His Olympic journey, how         T R U 3 Y Started and everything in between. Strap in  because we cover so much but really only scratched the surface.

#5 George Bower & Sevu Reece

October 06, 2021 19:57 - 1 hour - 51.7 MB

We chat to George and Sevu about their journeys to the black jersey. Story of perserverence, seeing where they started to where they are now with all details in between. Some stories never before told including the first time they met Richie.

#4 Jordan Taufua

September 23, 2021 11:54 - 1 hour - 52 MB

Crusader Centurion aka The BEAST as he's known brings the energy like he always does in this chat about life, footy and the new chapter starting in France.  

#3 Will Genia

June 24, 2021 20:41 - 1 hour - 69.5 MB

Fresh back from Japan we catach up with Will on all things Rugby, where the game needs to go in Australia from a development perspective, That try from the 2011 Super Rugby Grand Final and what's next.

#2 Richie Mo'unga

June 10, 2021 13:14 - 45 minutes - 36.3 MB

From footy to becoming a dad for the first time Richie gives an insight into his world. Crusaders, All Blacks and his connection with Fijians and his special relationship with Coach Rayzor.

U LUV iT Podcast Codie Taylor & David Havili

May 31, 2021 19:27 - 52 minutes - 42.6 MB

Concept is simple, we get to chat to people who do what they love. Crusaders and All Blacks Codie Taylor and David Havili sit down for a chat about their labour of love, Successful Culture, New Business ventures, Family and where it all started.