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The time Jonah Lomu took Mils Muliania for KFC… 🍗😂

July 10, 202300:53
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when I played my sevens but in 2000 the
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first sevens in in Wellington that's
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when I really got to meet Jonah for the
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first time man that was crazy can you
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buy you a cat apparently he met people
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and bought them cars didn't buy us a car
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but I often told the story about because
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you know when you're in teachers
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environment you can't touch any of the
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fatty foods and stuff I just finished
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the first day of the tournament John was
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like to me and Marcio Valance came and
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we'll go for a ride go for a feed and
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we're like oh yeah Sweden because we're
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going to KFC we're like oh you ain't
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gonna say no right and then it hit us
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because we lost the final the next day
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against
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um Fiji I I literally wouldn't put it
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down to the fact that he took us to KFC
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and ate the fatty foods uh I know you're
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right I love cage but who would say
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Nayla Jano and he's offering to take you
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to take you to KFC in that big boombox
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of a car that's really hit the world
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record the world record for the loudest
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cars such a cool car man

Podspun Insights

In this episode, listeners are taken on a nostalgic ride through the vibrant world of rugby, as a guest recounts their unforgettable experience meeting the legendary Jonah Lomu during the 2000 Wellington Sevens. With a mix of humor and reverence, they share a hilarious tale of a late-night KFC run that spiraled into a memorable bonding moment. The atmosphere is electric as they reflect on the highs and lows of the tournament, including a heartbreaking loss to Fiji. The storytelling is rich with emotion, capturing the camaraderie and the spirit of the game, while also highlighting the larger-than-life personality of Lomu, who was known for his generosity and larger-than-life presence. This episode is a delightful blend of sports nostalgia and heartfelt anecdotes that resonate with anyone who has ever been part of a team or cherished a hero.

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Episode Highlights

  • Meeting Jonah
    The first time meeting Jonah was a crazy experience.
    “Man, that was crazy!”
    @ 00m 07s
    July 10, 2023
  • KFC Adventure
    A spontaneous trip to KFC with teammates before the final.
    “Oh you ain't gonna say no right?”
    @ 00m 26s
    July 10, 2023
  • World Record Car
    Jonah's car was known for being the loudest in the world.
    “Such a cool car, man!”
    @ 00m 51s
    July 10, 2023

Episode Quotes

Key Moments

  • First Sevens00:02
  • Meeting Jonah00:05
  • KFC Trip00:26
  • Final Loss00:33
  • Loud Car00:51