New Zealand journalism legend Guyon Espiner || Runners Only! Podcast with Dom Harvey
Episode Description
EP61 Runners Only! with Dom Harvey & Guyon Espiner
Guyon Espiner is a New Zealand media legend.
Even if you don’t recognize the name if you Google him chances are you'll recognize the face from his incredible TV career. Or his voice from his stellar career on Radio New Zealand.
Guyon has a new book out called The Drinking Game which, if you read it, may make you stop and think about your relationship with alcohol. Guyon was a drinker, and a very good one until he quit a few years ago.
In this conversation we talk about his obsession with running- he has been a regular runner for over 20 years and has helped him through some major moments in his life.
We discuss his diabetes diagnosis, his decision to stop drinking, his recent divorce, and the humiliation of making the news for signing up to Bumble.
He also shares a toe-curling story involving himself with a Prime Minister, a Governor General and Sir Edmund Hillary.
Thanks to my friends at Radix Nutrition for getting in behind this episode. Their products are made in the Waikato and shipped to the world: https://radixnutrition.co.nz/
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Brief Summary
Guyon Espiner discusses diabetes, sobriety, running, and his book on alcohol culture in New Zealand.
Key points
- The Journey of Running and Diabetes. A candid discussion about the impact of type 1 diabetes on running and life.
- The Decision to Stop Drinking. An exploration of the moment that led to a life without alcohol.
- Winston Peters and the Pub Culture. Exploring how relationships were formed around alcohol in political circles.
- The Impact of Maori Language on Radio. Discussing the introduction of Maori language in broadcasting and its cultural significance.
- Navigating Divorce Without Alcohol. Reflecting on personal resilience during a major life crisis without falling back on drinking.
- The Impact of Alcohol on Life. Alcohol didn’t work for me and I didn’t want to do it anymore. This realization leads to a deeper discussion about the role of alcohol in social settings and personal relationships.
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Episode highlights
- The Journey of Running and DiabetesA candid discussion about the impact of type 1 diabetes on running and life.“Running is both a really good means to help control it but also presents its own challenges.”4:23Mar 11, 2023
- The Decision to Stop DrinkingAn exploration of the moment that led to a life without alcohol.“I woke up with a hangover and just decided that was enough.”8:26Mar 11, 2023
- Winston Peters and the Pub CultureExploring how relationships were formed around alcohol in political circles.“That’s how business was done.”17:02Mar 11, 2023
- The Impact of Maori Language on RadioDiscussing the introduction of Maori language in broadcasting and its cultural significance.“It’s a beautiful language.”24:18Mar 11, 2023
- Navigating Divorce Without AlcoholReflecting on personal resilience during a major life crisis without falling back on drinking.“I always thought if a big crisis happens, I’d go back to drinking.”30:23Mar 11, 2023
- The Impact of Alcohol on LifeAlcohol didn’t work for me and I didn’t want to do it anymore. This realization leads to a deeper discussion about the role of alcohol in social settings and personal relationships.“Alcohol didn’t work for me and I didn’t want to do it anymore.”33:45Mar 11, 2023
- Facing Vulnerability After a BreakupThe speaker reflects on the emotional aftermath of a relationship breakup, revealing feelings of regret and vulnerability.“It’s really tough and it makes you feel quite vulnerable.”41:04Mar 11, 2023
- Navigating Dating as a Sober PersonExploring the challenges of dating without alcohol, the speaker shares insights on building real connections.“The relationships you do forge are pretty real and the feelings you have are real.”48:39Mar 11, 2023
