Rachel Hunter like never before! || Runners Only! Podcast with Dom Harvey
Episode Description
EP64 Runners Only! with Dom Harvey & Rachel Hunter
Rachel Hunter was a secondary school student in Auckland when she was "discovered" by a photographer. She soon became one of the world’s most in-demand models, earning a reputation only a handful of people had, the title of “supermodel.“
So, what business does she have being on a podcast called Runners only? Glad you asked! She literally was out running when she was “discovered.”
This conversation was so enjoyable. We cover a lot of ground including the moment she quit school to become a model- great story…it involves a phone call to the school office landline while she was mid math’s exam.
Her reflections on Andy Hayden and how she got a gruff ex All Black to be her manager (Spoiler: it was a lot harder than you'd think).
We chat about the iconic Trumpet ad, posing for Playboy and staring in the iconic Stacie’s mom music video.
Why she has never read the chapter about herself in the Rod Stewart autobiography. We talk about Rod a lot…probably way more than she was comfortable with- sorry Rach!! LOL
The death of her mum, becoming a grandmother, menopause and much much more.
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Video produced by: Dougie Mackie / @dougiemackie https://www.instagram.com/dougiemackie/?hl=en https://www.dougiemackie.com
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Brief Summary
Rachel Hunter discusses her modeling career, relationship with Rod Stewart, and personal growth after her mother's passing.
Key points
- Rachel's Unexpected Discovery. Rachel shares how she was discovered while running on the beach, leading to her modeling career.
- Navigating Family Dynamics. Rachel opens up about her parents' tumultuous relationship and its impact on her life.
- Rachel Hunter's Rise to Fame. Rachel reflects on her unexpected fame in New Zealand and the impact it had on her life.
- Childhood Reflections. Rachel discusses her withdrawn childhood and how her animals were her only friends.
- Playboy Cover Controversy. Rachel reflects on her Playboy cover shoot and the perceptions surrounding it.
- Enduring Affection. She expresses her lasting love for her ex-partner, highlighting the complexities of relationships.
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Episode highlights
- Rachel's Unexpected DiscoveryRachel shares how she was discovered while running on the beach, leading to her modeling career.“Do you want to model?”3:46Mar 25, 2023
- Navigating Family DynamicsRachel opens up about her parents' tumultuous relationship and its impact on her life.“My parents were a stunning couple, but it just didn’t work out.”10:28Mar 25, 2023
- Rachel Hunter's Rise to FameRachel reflects on her unexpected fame in New Zealand and the impact it had on her life.“I can't overstate just like what a big deal you were in New Zealand.”19:24Mar 25, 2023
- Childhood ReflectionsRachel discusses her withdrawn childhood and how her animals were her only friends.“I was a very withdrawn child... my only friends were my animals.”28:48Mar 25, 2023
- Playboy Cover ControversyRachel reflects on her Playboy cover shoot and the perceptions surrounding it.“I wouldn’t change it... the photographer was really beautiful how he shot it.”38:02Mar 25, 2023
- Enduring AffectionShe expresses her lasting love for her ex-partner, highlighting the complexities of relationships.“I love him and still do love him dearly.”44:15Mar 25, 2023
- Love Beyond BreakupDiscussing how love can persist even after separation.“You still love each other.”55:16Mar 25, 2023
- A Mother's RegretHer mother expressed regret about not fully embracing her spiritual side.“I regret not for the being who I am.”1:02:33Mar 25, 2023





