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Keven Mealamu CALLED OUT Steve Hansen! #shorts

July 14, 202500:33
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given me alarm. Did he give you a public
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dressing down at one point for being
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late to a meeting?
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>> Yeah, he did. It was good. I was 2
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minutes late uh to a meeting. And he
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just stood up and said, "Steve, it's not
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good enough. You're late." And I said,
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"Thanks, G. You're right." And why I
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said it was good because every ass in
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the chair that was in the room, they all
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visibly moved forward. Here's a player
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telling the head coach, and here's the
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head coach saying, "You're right." So,
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whilst it wasn't great that I was late,
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what happened after that was good. No
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one's um immune from being asked to be
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what they say they

Podspun Insights

In this episode, a candid conversation unfolds, revealing the raw dynamics between a player and their head coach. The player recounts a moment of accountability when they were called out for being late to a meeting. Instead of defensiveness, the player embraces the feedback, leading to a powerful moment of mutual respect. The scene captures the essence of leadership and growth, showcasing how a simple reprimand can foster a culture of accountability and camaraderie. Listeners are treated to an authentic glimpse into the world of sports, where every moment counts and every lesson learned is a stepping stone towards greatness.

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Episode Highlights

  • A Lesson in Accountability
    Steve reflects on a moment of being late to a meeting and the lesson learned.
    “"Every ass in the chair... visibly moved forward."”
    @ 00m 14s
    July 14, 2025

Episode Quotes

Key Moments

  • Punctuality Matters00:07
  • Accountability00:10
  • Leadership00:14