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Stefan Ozich Ran the Length of NZ TWICE!

May 14, 202501:02
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my brother, he took his life. A year
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prior to that, I lost uh one of my
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closest friends to the same same
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circumstances and I got to catch a
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firsthand glimpse as to how
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underresourced and underfunded the
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mental health sector is in New Zealand.
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It prompted me to be like, "No, I've got
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to raise money, raise awareness,
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whatever it looked like." This is your
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second appearance on the podcast. First
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time was um September last year just
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when you were about to embark on this
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journey of running the length of New
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Zealand twice on the Tiaraa trail 6,000
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km which you ended up doing in 114 days
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which works out to be an average of 52
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km per day. The thing is what I learned
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very quick is you're going to get
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injured. It's inevitable. It's just a
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matter of how soon and how effectively
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and how efficiently you can, you know,
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recover from that. The weather I
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encountered, which I had no idea I was
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going to encounter, was just extreme.
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That chunk of cash is going to bring
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some change and bring some value to men.
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And that for me is gives a lot of peace
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and it tells me that okay, the mission
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is somewhat complete. I'm at peace with
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that.
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Podspun Insights

In this poignant episode, the guest returns to share their incredible journey of running the length of New Zealand twice, a staggering 6,000 km in just 114 days. With a heavy heart, they recount the personal losses that ignited their mission to raise awareness and funds for mental health, revealing the stark realities of an underfunded sector. The conversation dives deep into the physical and emotional challenges faced along the Tiaraa trail, including the inevitability of injury and the harshness of the weather. Yet, amidst the trials, there’s a sense of fulfillment in knowing that their efforts will bring about change and support for those in need. This episode is not just about running; it's a heartfelt call to action that resonates with anyone who has faced adversity and seeks to make a difference.

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This episode stands out for the following:

  • 95
    Most inspiring
  • 95
    Best concept / idea
  • 92
    Best overall
  • 90
    Most emotional

Episode Highlights

  • A Journey of Healing
    After losing loved ones, he embarked on a mission to raise awareness for mental health.
    “I've got to raise money, raise awareness, whatever it looked like.”
    @ 00m 14s
    May 14, 2025
  • Running the Tiaraa Trail
    He ran 6,000 km in 114 days, averaging 52 km per day despite extreme weather challenges.
    “The weather I encountered was just extreme.”
    @ 00m 46s
    May 14, 2025
  • Making a Difference
    His fundraising efforts aim to bring change and value to men's mental health.
    “That chunk of cash is going to bring some change and bring some value to men.”
    @ 00m 50s
    May 14, 2025
  • Finding Peace
    He reflects on his journey and feels a sense of peace with his mission's completion.
    “The mission is somewhat complete. I'm at peace with that.”
    @ 00m 57s
    May 14, 2025

Episode Quotes

Key Moments

  • Extreme Challenges00:46
  • Fundraising Impact00:50
  • Sense of Fulfillment00:57