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Rog Reflects On Mike King’s Viral Moment On The Rock

October 30, 202501:06
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You mentioned before all the great stuff
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you guys have done with um you know I am
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hope Friday. There's a couple of
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standout moments like um you getting
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Christopher Luxon to commit to giving
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some money towards mental health and
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also there was um a hugely viral
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interview that you did with Mike King
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where he broke down on your show.
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>> The system is [ __ ] up and no one is
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doing anything about it. We have to do
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some [ __ ]
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>> But you personally, you re revealed on
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there that you'd battled depression
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early in your career and went to see a
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counselor. Yeah, I did. Yeah, that was a
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that was a time I just felt pretty low
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and depressed and didn't really have
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much joy in my life. I don't think
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anyone knows or picks up on it. I just
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have these times when I everything just
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seems a bit hard. But it's funny how you
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have these negative thoughts and
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everything seems [ __ ] It's a great
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life. It's a great job. I'd like to
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think I've never complained about it.
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I've had a great life. Yeah, it's it's
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[music] very good. But yeah, it's it's
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it's it's constant.
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>> Yeah.
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>> Yes. It's always there
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>> and it's it's an inferno of content as
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well. It's just a thirsty beast that
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constantly needs feeding.
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>> You can't really just turn up. I mean,
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some might. We don't.

Podspun Insights

In this episode, the conversation dives deep into the world of mental health, featuring standout moments that resonate with both vulnerability and strength. The host engages with guests like Christopher Luxon, who makes a significant commitment to mental health funding, and Mike King, whose emotional breakdown on air reveals the harsh realities of the system. The host opens up about their own struggles with depression, sharing a candid reflection on the challenges that come even in a seemingly great life. This episode is a raw exploration of the complexities of mental health, highlighting the importance of dialogue and support.

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  • 90
    Most emotional
  • 90
    Best performance
  • 90
    Most talked-about
  • 88
    Most heartbreaking

Episode Highlights

  • Mental Health Advocacy
    Christopher Luxon commits funds to mental health initiatives, showcasing the importance of support.
    “You getting Christopher Luxon to commit to giving some money towards mental health.”
    @ 00m 07s
    October 30, 2025
  • Viral Interview with Mike King
    A powerful moment where Mike King breaks down, highlighting the struggles of mental health.
    “There was um a hugely viral interview that you did with Mike King where he broke down on your show.”
    @ 00m 13s
    October 30, 2025
  • Personal Battle with Depression
    Revealing his past struggles, the speaker shares insights on battling depression early in his career.
    “You'd battled depression early in your career and went to see a counselor.”
    @ 00m 24s
    October 30, 2025

Episode Quotes

Key Moments

  • Mental Health Commitment00:07
  • Viral Breakdown00:13
  • Personal Struggles00:24
  • Constant Challenge00:51