Matthew Ridge shares awkward story about how he met his wife | Runners Only! Podcast with Dom Harvey
Episode Description
EP35 Runners Only! with Dom Harvey & Mathew Ridge
Matthew Ridge is a New Zealand sporting and Television celebrity who most Kiwis probably have an opinion about, whether they have met him or not.
He was a tennis champion during his teens. Then switched to rugby and briefly made the All Blacks before switching to rugby league where he made a name for himself as one of the most gifted and highest-paid players in the world.
After retiring from the sport he enjoyed more success as a TV star and half of an incredibly successful comedy duo with Marc Ellis.
Despite living so much of his life on TV and in magazines, Matthew is a relatively private person these days so it was a real honour to sit down with him for a conversation about many different aspects of his life- sports, fame, love, divorce, parenthood, legal troubles, drugs, reputation and much much more.
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Brief Summary
Matthew Ridge discusses his sports career, mental health, and personal growth in this episode of Runners Only with Dom Harvey.
Key points
- The Pressure of Public Life. Ridge reflects on the challenges of being a public figure.
- Regrets in Sports. Ridge shares his thoughts on his sports career and potential regrets.
- The Pressure of Fame. Discussing the challenges of being a high-paid player and the resulting drama.
- Thoughts on Religion and Acceptance. Exploring the impact of religion on acceptance and the importance of embracing everyone.
- The Importance of Presence. Being present in your children's lives is crucial for their development.
- Navigating Breakups. Breakups are tough, especially with kids involved, but healing is possible.
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Episode highlights
- The Pressure of Public LifeRidge reflects on the challenges of being a public figure.“You never get to relax when you're a public figure.”2:46Oct 24, 2022
- Regrets in SportsRidge shares his thoughts on his sports career and potential regrets.“I think I went the wrong way in my sports choices.”16:53Oct 24, 2022
- The Pressure of FameDiscussing the challenges of being a high-paid player and the resulting drama.“It was just a real shitty time, mate.”21:17Oct 24, 2022
- Thoughts on Religion and AcceptanceExploring the impact of religion on acceptance and the importance of embracing everyone.“Life's hard enough as it is, just embrace everybody.”31:06Oct 24, 2022
- The Importance of PresenceBeing present in your children's lives is crucial for their development.“You've got to do the work, man.”38:34Oct 24, 2022
- Navigating BreakupsBreakups are tough, especially with kids involved, but healing is possible.“It wasn’t easy, but we’re well through that now.”47:16Oct 24, 2022
- The TV Journey BeginsJulie Christie invites him to host a game show, marking the start of his TV career.“Julie’s idea, but it just took off.”55:46Oct 24, 2022
- Reflections on Life ChoicesHe discusses the challenges of parenting and the changes that come with age.“I just don't have the time or inclination.”1:04:33Oct 24, 2022
