There's way more to Leigh Hart than you may realise! || Runners Only! Podcast with Dom Harvey
Episode Description
EP71 Runners Only! with Dom Harvey & Leigh Hart If you say you don't know who Leigh Hart is, I'd probably raise an eyebrow. He has been part of the New Zealand comedy and TV landscape for two decades now.
He is also the face of Hellers sausages, the creator of Wakachangi beer, and, more recently, the insanely good Snackachangi chips THE best Salt n Vinegar chips in the world).
BUT whether you know him or not, I think you’ll be a fan of Leigh after this. It’s a fascinating insight into the mind of a creative genius.
We get real deep and talk about his childhood which included a whole year without seeing his parents.
His entire TV career and which of his old work he regrets now, and how the famous snackachangi chips came about.
Lee also reflects on his marriage breakup, the resilience needed to get through it, and how he has become more emotionally vulnerable with age. This was my favorite part of the conversation. His honesty and vulnerability were profound.
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Guest Leigh Hart of @Moontv
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Brief Summary
Lee Hart discusses his upbringing, career, and personal challenges, including his recent divorce, emphasizing resilience and humor.
Key points
- The Origin of 'G'day'. Lee Hart shares the story behind his iconic catchphrase, 'G'day mate.'
- A Unique Upbringing. Lee discusses his unconventional childhood, moving around the world and feeling like an outsider.
- Life in Boarding School. Recounting experiences of trouble and rebellion during boarding school days.
- Jail Time in France. A humorous yet serious recount of an immigration incident that led to jail time.
- The Snail Olympics Prank. A humorous segment where he pretended to be a snail trainer on live TV.
- The Backlash of Comedy. He faced backlash for a prank involving a famous motor reporter.
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Episode highlights
- The Origin of 'G'day'Lee Hart shares the story behind his iconic catchphrase, 'G'day mate.'“It was just sort of with me the whole time.”0:49May 13, 2023
- A Unique UpbringingLee discusses his unconventional childhood, moving around the world and feeling like an outsider.“I always felt like an outsider in New Zealand.”12:35May 13, 2023
- Life in Boarding SchoolRecounting experiences of trouble and rebellion during boarding school days.“It could have been so easy to have gone the other way.”20:13May 13, 2023
- Jail Time in FranceA humorous yet serious recount of an immigration incident that led to jail time.“We were playing too loud and we’re on the radar of the French police.”28:17May 13, 2023
- The Snail Olympics PrankA humorous segment where he pretended to be a snail trainer on live TV.“We’ll pretend you’re at the international snail Olympics.”40:47May 13, 2023
- The Backlash of ComedyHe faced backlash for a prank involving a famous motor reporter.“I regret it because he was a bit upset afterwards.”49:23May 13, 2023
- The Challenge of CollaborationThe dynamic between the host and Jason Hoyt reveals the complexities of creative partnerships. 'We never argue about anything.'“We never argue about anything.”59:46May 13, 2023
- Entrepreneurial SpiritReflecting on the importance of taking risks and seizing opportunities in life.“It's not luck, it's give it a crack.”1:14:23May 13, 2023





