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Jonah Lomu's Generosity

November 11, 202500:54
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Being named as an all black, you just
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felt instantly you got to do better. You
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got to be better. I burn a disc that had
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the national anthem and the hucker on
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it. I knew I would be watched and I knew
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I couldn't mess it up.
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>> Oh, even more so because of your
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Australianness.
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>> Yep. And I just didn't want to ever let
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anyone down in that environment. I was
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at the airport and I was buying a
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Discman so I could put it on the plane
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and Jonah came up to me. Jonah was in
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the team and he's like, "What are you
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doing?" I said, "I need a disc. I got to
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listen to some music on the way over."
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He's like, "Have mine." I was like, "No,
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no, I I need one." So, I'm just going to
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buy. He goes, "No, just just borrow
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mine." And I was like, "No, no, I'm
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going to borrow." He goes, "Let's borrow
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it. I have heaps of them. Just borrow.
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Don't buy. Definitely don't buy. Just
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borrow." I was like, "All right." So, we
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stopped in LA and then when he thrown, I
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just burnt batteries out both times
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listening to it. And then, yeah, I went
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to see Jonah in his room. I said,
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"Jonah, what?" He's like, "No, mate.
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Just keep it." He's already got another
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one. That was the generosity of the big
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man. He was a great human being.
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>> That is a great name drop. P is the
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taste.

Podspun Insights

In this episode, listeners are treated to an intimate glimpse into the world of rugby, where the pressure of being named an All Black looms large. The narrative unfolds with a personal anecdote that captures the essence of camaraderie and the weight of expectations. Our storyteller shares a moment at the airport, where the simple act of borrowing a Discman from teammate Jonah becomes a symbol of support and generosity. This heartfelt exchange not only highlights the bonds formed in high-stakes environments but also showcases the humility and kindness of a sports icon. As the story progresses, the emotional stakes rise, revealing the internal struggles faced by athletes who carry the hopes of their nation. The episode resonates with anyone who has ever felt the need to rise to the occasion, making it a relatable and engaging listen.

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  • 80
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  • 75
    Most dramatic
  • 75
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Episode Highlights

  • The Pressure of Being an All Black
    Feeling the weight of expectations, the speaker reflects on the need to excel.
    “I just didn't want to ever let anyone down.”
    @ 00m 13s
    November 11, 2025
  • A Generous Gesture
    A teammate offers his Discman instead of letting the speaker buy one.
    “Just borrow. Don't buy.”
    @ 00m 36s
    November 11, 2025

Episode Quotes

Key Moments

  • Team Bonding00:23
  • Generosity00:49