Zac Guildford sold his commonwealth games medal for gambling money! || Runners Only! with Dom Harvey
Episode Description
EP21 Runners Only! with Dom Harvey & Zac Guildford
Big thanks to my pals at Em's Power Cookies for sponsoring this episode. Look out for these next time you do the groceries. Or buy them online right here https://www.fuelme.co.nz/products/brand/ems-power-cookies __________ 11 years ago, Zach Guildford was part of the All-Blacks squad that won the Rugby World Cup in that epic final against France in Auckland. By then he had also won a Commonwealth Games gold medal for the sevens. He was friends and teammates with Richie, Dan and co and went on to earn $500,000 a year.
His life today looks very different. He has no money and is on home detention in Christchurch. But he is also the happiest and most at peace he has been in years.
This conversation covers a lot of ground- some fantastic memories, but also a lot of painful ones and I can't thank Zac enough for his raw honesty.
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Brief Summary
Zach Guilford shares his struggles with addiction, recovery, and the impact of his rugby career on mental health.
Key points
- Zach Gilford's Journey. From rugby star to facing addiction, Zach shares his story of hope and redemption.
- Running for Suicide Awareness. Zach plans a marathon to raise awareness after losing a friend to suicide.
- The Cost of a World Cup Medal. A poignant moment where the speaker discusses selling their Rugby World Cup medal due to addiction.
- Reflections on Addiction. The speaker opens up about their struggles with gambling addiction and its impact on their life.
- The Reality of Gambling Addiction. An honest discussion about the cycle of addiction and its effects on personal life.
- The Struggles of Professional Athletes. A deep dive into the hidden battles athletes face, including addiction and mental health.
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Episode highlights
- Running for Suicide AwarenessZach plans a marathon to raise awareness after losing a friend to suicide.“Enough's enough.”4:29Oct 19, 2022
- The Cost of a World Cup MedalA poignant moment where the speaker discusses selling their Rugby World Cup medal due to addiction.“How much do you sell a Rugby World Cup for?”22:19Oct 19, 2022
- Reflections on AddictionThe speaker opens up about their struggles with gambling addiction and its impact on their life.“It's all part of the process post addiction.”23:46Oct 19, 2022
- The Reality of Gambling AddictionAn honest discussion about the cycle of addiction and its effects on personal life.“It was never going to be enough, you know, because of an addict chasing.”29:04Oct 19, 2022
- The Struggles of Professional AthletesA deep dive into the hidden battles athletes face, including addiction and mental health.“I was always there just lurking in the background.”30:59Oct 19, 2022
- A Night to ForgetWaking up in a cell, he reflects on his reckless behavior and addiction.“What the hell have I done?”36:16Oct 19, 2022
- Finding Humor in PainHe learns to laugh at his past mistakes while acknowledging their seriousness.“I guess I can sort of see the humorous side of it.”38:30Oct 19, 2022
- Restorative JusticeHe confronts the consequences of his actions and seeks forgiveness.“I guess as good as it can be.”44:31Oct 19, 2022
