Best De Villiers Podcasts (2024)

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Ep023: Dr. Adrian de Villiers (a legendary bowhunter from South Africa) 2:02:24

8d ago2:02:24

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Dr. Adrian de Villiers goes by many names, but perhaps the most notorious is Dr. Death. —A nickname coined after becoming the first South African to ever harvest the big 6 on foot, with nothing but a bow and arrows. (elephant, rhino, lion, leopard, Cape buffalo and hippo) Despite his ominous title, ‘the Doc’ has been sharing nuggets of wisdom with …

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Ep024: Chef Tiffany Friedman (wild foods & wild stories) 1:43:45

2h ago1:43:45

1:43:45

Chef Tiffany Friedman packs her dishes with delicious local and wild ingredients. Having been part of the culinary industry for most her life, it's safe to assume she's comfortable rubbing shoulders with her fine dining clientele. But she's also just as happy hanging in a duck-blind with her buds. A winner of multiple awards, a guest on many cookin…

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Ep022: Wild adventures w/ Hans & Adrienne (bowhunting, archery, NorCal Pro-Shop) 1:47:28

14d ago1:47:28

1:47:28

Today we’re excited to introduce two new guests to The Wild Dispatch Podcast. Hans and Adrienne Olufs began their journey as high-school sweethearts with a mutual love of wild places... they’ve since become two halves of a backwoods power-couple. Creators and owners of West Coast Archery Shop north of San Francisco, together they’ve helped build an…

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Ep021: Renias Mhlongo + Alex van den Heever (The Tracker Academy) 1:59:34

22d ago1:59:34

1:59:34

The art of tracking an animal has been called one of the earliest forms of science. The first deductive thinking of our distant ancestors, in search of food. Together Alex van den Heever and Renias Mhlongo are helping to ensure these ancient techniques survive. Their books about tracking and their very own Tracker Academy continue to enhance touris…

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Ep020: Justin Williams (mushroom guide in S. Africa, author, forager) 1:55:53

1M ago1:55:53

1:55:53

Justin has been unlocking South Africa’s foraging potential since he was a teenager. Having honed his mushroom senses for over 15 years, we’re excited to say he’s agreed to share a giant basket of skills and stories with us today. Thanks again to Justin for sharing his wisdom with us! You can follow Justin on Instagram @fungiandfragrance Visit his …

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How to Become a Spiritual Entrepreneur with George Lamburn 1:14:35

27d ago1:14:35

1:14:35

Mr. George Lamburn, a multi-faceted individual with a journey that encapsulates transformation and self-discovery. Originating from London, George shares his evolution from a place of discontentment to finding purpose and fulfillment, including his ventures into e-commerce, teaching, and ultimately relocating to Thailand. As the conversation unfold…

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Ep019: Joe talks turkey (Joe Costarella, bow-hunter, fisherman, turkey-whisperer) 1:57:04

1M ago1:57:04

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A man who’s helped bring many a fat gobbler into range… helping other folks find success has been Joe Costarella’s jam for many years. Today he serves up a big helping of tips and tactics, giving us the tools we need to outwit those feathery dinosaurs —Just in time for the season! Joe also shares what it’s like growing up in Sonoma county, learning…

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Ep018: Surviving w/ Dennis Mckiver (Part 2 - para rescue, fish & game, hunting, fishing) 1:54:00

1M ago1:54:00

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Today Robin hears how Dennis Mckiver's life saving, death-defying story concludes. Ever wonder what it's like treating a medical emergency in the middle of a enormous angry ocean? Why poachers hate it when fish & game work nights? And how it feels to have your parachute fail while falling at terminal velocity... more than one time? Dennis answers a…

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Ep017: Surviving w/ Dennis McKiver (Part 1 - para-rescue, fish & game, hunting, fishing) 1:55:45

2M ago1:55:45

1:55:45

A man who’s had more than his fair share of close calls in the wild — it’s perhaps unsurprising that Dennis McKiver has a mountain of stories to tell. From farm-town life south of Sacramento, to his military days across the world, to a career spent chasing poachers for California fish and game, Dennis shares all in the first of two episodes on The …

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Ep016: Dylan Love (guide, outfitter, host of PH Journals Podcast, conservation, mental health) 1:54:24

2M ago1:54:24

1:54:24

Today I'm excited to introduce Dylan Love: Creator and host of PH journals - the biggest hunting podcast in Africa. On top of sharing his wild story, Dylan and I discuss bunch of subjects from the hunting world: How conservation works in South Africa, the mental health issues that surround the PH (guiding) industry, and the contentious nature of th…

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Episode 98: THE LAUREN DICKASON TRAGEDY and maternal mental health, with Raylene de Villiers (PART I) 49:12

2M ago49:12

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In this episode of The Great Equalizer, we focus on maternal mental health in the context of the Dickason tragedy. Lauren Dickason has been in the news for the last two or so years, but more so in recent months when the mom of three and fellow South African was convicted in the New Zealand courts for the murder of her three daughters, Liane (6) and…

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Ep015: Bowhunting Canada w/Leigh Hauck (adventurer, hunter, bow-tech) 1:11:48

2M ago1:11:48

1:11:48

Today we introduce Leigh Hauck: A guy who's spent more than half his life exploring the wilds of Canada. A born and bred Albertan, Leigh gives us his perspective on life spent north of the border and beyond. From building top-end bows and equipment, to chasing bears with a bow, to being the creative brains behind a US made broad-head company, he sh…

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Inspiring Transformation Journey with James Roffey 1:26:10

2M ago1:26:10

1:26:10

Dive deep into the extraordinary narrative of James Roffey in this captivating podcast episode. A journey that began on the football field evolved into an inspiring tale of resilience and self-discovery. From the triumphs and setbacks of youth football to unexpected career shifts, James reveals the profound moments that shaped his transformative pa…

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EP014: Bowhunting Africa w/ Fred Hammer (Everything you didn't know you need to know) 1:18:22

2M ago1:18:22

1:18:22

How does bow-hunting work in South Africa? Is it difficult to get your equipment (and yourself) over there? Any essential gear that nobody tells you about? Robin and bow-hunting outfitter expert Fred Hammer break down the essentials in this episode of The Wild Dispatch Podcast. Thanks to Fred for sharing his skills and stories with us! You can foll…

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Ep013: Ejler's Castle (Part 3 - homesteading, fishing, farming) 2:07:52

3M ago2:07:52

2:07:52

Today is the final edition in our Ejler trilogy... This episode we roll up our sleeves and delve into the homestead-building, monster-fishing, county fair-beating part of this story sandwich. If you missed the previous couple of episodes featuring Ejler, then we highly recommend you hit pause and start the adventure from the beginning, you won't wa…

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How To Thrive Over 40 1:01:30

2M ago1:01:30

1:01:30

Thriving past 40 is all about growth, values, and balance. Imagine a mindset shift with meditation and a plant-based lifestyle for well-being. Craft a life plan fueled by passion, nurture relationships, and daily self-care, like meditation, keeps you on track. Embrace setbacks with resilience, track progress, and commit to real transformation. It's…

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Ep012: Ejler's Adventure (Part 2 - fishing, hunting, foraging, homesteading) 2:03:13

3M ago2:03:13

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Today we're crawling out from last week's peyote induced stupor, and continuing the wild adventure that is the life of Ejler. If you missed the first episode then definitely give it a listen before circling back to this second episode. We've already heard some fantastic stories — and there’s plenty more to come. If you'd like to see some pics and v…

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BONUS | MOM RAGE! with author Minna Dubin 1:04:43

3M ago1:04:43

1:04:43

We have another all-new BONUS episode out today featuring the phenomenal Minna Dubin. Minna is a US-based journalist and author whose essays and articles on motherhood and identity have been featured across all the best known outlets, including the New York Times, The Times, The Philadelphia Enquirer, LitHub, and so much more. Minna is a leading fe…

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Ep011: Call me Ejler (Part 1 - fishing, foraging, hunting) 1:55:46

3M ago1:55:46

1:55:46

In this episode we introduce a new guest: Ejler Hjorth-Westh is a true student of the wild. Originally from a farming island in Denmark, Ejler now lives out on a homestead a few miles away from the town of Elk, Northern California. In this episode Ejler takes us back to his early years, where his obsession with a wild-lifestyle began, and his outdo…

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Ep 010: Bailey Sonora (traditional hide tanning, natural skills) 1:01:31

3M ago1:01:31

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Our guest today is Bailey Sonora — from the deserts of Arizona to the wilds of Washington, Bailey has been close to nature for as long as she can remember. In this episode we hear her story, we experience the many different landscapes of her life and hear about the people who've shaped her journey most. She's also been kind enough to share some of …

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A Conversation with Daniel Priestley on 2024 Trends and Entrepreneurial Success 1:02:56

3M ago1:02:56

1:02:56

Dive into the future on the latest LYFP Podcast with Daniel Priestley. In this episode, Daniel decodes 2024 trends and unveils strategies for entrepreneurial success. From AI integration to mastering personal branding, Daniel's insights provide a roadmap for navigating the evolving business landscape.Discover the impact of Baby Boomer retirements, …

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THE TORTURE BY HOPE by Villiers de I'Isle Adam 14:24

3M ago14:24

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By Krity

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THE OBLONG BOX by Edgar Allan Poe 32:04

3M ago32:04

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By Krity

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THE MYSTERIOUS CARD 2 by Cleveland Moffett 42:20

3M ago42:20

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By Krity

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THE LOST ROOM FITZ by James O_Brien 48:06

3M ago48:06

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By Krity

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THE GREAT VALDEZ SAPPHIRE Part 2 24:02

3M ago24:02

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By Krity

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THE GREAT VALDEZ SAPPHIRE Part 1 30:15

3M ago30:15

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By Krity

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THE BOX WITH THE IRON CLAMPS by Florence Marryat 1:18:23

3M ago1:18:23

1:18:23

By Krity

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THE BIRTH-MARK by Nathaniel Hawthorne 47:16

3M ago47:16

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By Krity

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MY FASCINATING FRIEND by William Archer 41:19

3M ago41:19

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By Krity

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A TERRIBLY STRANGE BED by Wilkie Collins 45:15

3M ago45:15

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By Krity

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Special Bonus Episode - What It Takes - England Internationals 51:57

3M ago51:57

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Using extracts from all the interviews we have conducted, we have put together a special episode examining the idea of 'What it takes to be an England Rugby player'. Focusing on the way resilience, commitment, perseverance and hard work plays such a key role in developing a young athlete, this episode explores how the sport's best performers got to…

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Ep009: 2023 recap with Cayden Marquis (bow-hunter + spearo) 1:05:16

4M ago1:05:16

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In the fist episode of 2024 Robin and Cayden Marquis reflect on their adventures over the past year. They cover blacktails, mountain lions, turkeys, bears, warthogs and other African plains game animals, the fallow deer rut... even a breed of mountain zebra from the wilds of Namibia plus the hijacking of it's hind-quarters shortly after. Link to my…

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Ep 008: A festive telegram from Africa 6:28

4M ago6:28

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In this episode Robin and previous guest Cayden Marquis take a break between outdoor adventures to record a quick message for the holiday break. From guests, to listeners, to the folks who’ve lent a nugget or two of wisdom on this project — thank you for being part of this podcast. Fingers crossed everyone’s enjoying a delicious foraged-fished-hunt…

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Ep 007: Dr. Preston Ward (physio for team USA) 1:10:14

4M ago1:10:14

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In this episode Robin picks the brains of Dr. Preston Ward - A physical therapist for team USA Archery and founder of his own practice based out of Utah. Preston also happened to start bow-hunting because of an administrative error... It's probably safe to say he had no idea he'd go on to successfully harvest a bison with a well-placed arrow. Wheth…

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Ep 006: Billy Sprague (breaks down the mushroom greatest hits of coastal NorCal) 1:52:41

4M ago1:52:41

1:52:41

In this episode we dig deep through the duff of Billy Sprague's mushroom-shaped mind. From the fruiting sequences of NorCal's most popular fungi, to understanding micro-climates and their impact — Billy shares many observations he's earned through his years spent picking in the woods. Thanks again Billy for the treasure chest of information! You ca…

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KIDS' PICKS! TGE interviews award-winning director of The Smeds & the Smoos, Daniel Snaddon 54:05

5M ago54:05

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In this BONUS episode of The Great Equalizer / TGE's Current Read, your host Samantha Herbst sits down with award-winning animator Daniel Snaddon. Daniel has worked on several highly acclaimed (and well loved) animations, including Roald Dahl's Revolting Rhymes, and a host of animations based on the beloved books of children's book author Julia Don…

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Ep 005: Cayden Marquis (South African bowhunter) 1:14:48

5M ago1:14:48

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Today Robin catches up with Cayden Marquis — A bowhunter from the city of Cape Town, SA. In this episode we hear what it’s like growing up in South Africa: the highs and lows of learning to hunt with a bow, and how his skills in the bush inspired his full free-range carnivore diet. Thanks again to Cayden for jumping on the show! You can follow what…

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Jonny Wilkinson 1:31:02

5M ago1:31:02

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Recorded live in front of a packed Captain's Lounge at Kingsholm, Jonny Wilkinson gives Sam Roberts and Ed Slater a rare insight into the way he played the game. He talks about growing up, his formative years with Newcastle, the move to Toulon and a decorated England career, which saw him win the Rugby World Cup in 2003. This is an indepth and fasc…

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Ep 004: Joel van der Loon (Alone season 7, bushcraft expert) 2:05:29

5M ago2:05:29

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Our guest today is Joel van der Loon — A man who has learned exactly what it takes to survive and thrive in a smorgasbord of different wild places. Growing up in both South Africa and Tanzania, it was through his adventures out in the bush, under the watchful eye of the Maasai, that his wild skills really began to develop. Joel has wrestled snakes,…

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Ep 003: Billy Sprague (mushroom hunter) 1:35:12

5M ago1:35:12

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Our guest today is Billy Sprague — A self taught mushroom hunting savant from the misty coastline of Northern California. In this episode we hear Billy's story, how he fell in love with all things mushroom, and learn the best tools to get started yourself. We also dig up a few insights into the way he observes the natural world around him - and wha…

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Ep 002: Candace Lewis (wild game butcher) 1:34:14

5M ago1:34:14

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Our guest today is Candace Lewis. A phenom with a butchers knife — In this episode she shares her story, breaking down the twists and turns that led to her job at one of the best butcher shops in the San Francisco area. She also shares a bunch of tips and tricks: What to do, and more importantly what not to do when you get an animal on the ground. …

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Ep 001: Fred Hammer (South African guide + outfitter) 1:03:06

6M ago1:03:06

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In this episode Robin catches up with Fred Hammer — a bow-hunter & guide from South Africa. Fred shares his story: Growing up in South Africa, shooting birds near the flight zone of Johannesburg's largest airport, being sent to school to teach manners, shooting giant warthogs, learning hard lessons from the local wildlife, making the most successfu…

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Unveiling Your North Star - Insights on Personal Growth and Purpose Alignment with Will Polston 32:46

6M ago32:46

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Unveiling Your North Star - Insights on Personal Growth and Purpose Alignment with Will PolstonIn this next ‘Live Your Full Potential’ podcast episode, Will Polston, a performance coach, speaker, and author, discusses his book "North Star Thinking," which is focused on helping individuals align their lives with their values. He offers tools and str…

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Episode 97: BARBIE! And the 'messy contradictions of motherhood' 1:29:28

6M ago1:29:28

1:29:28

It’s been a hot damn minute, guys and dolls! And not because we’ve been beaching. Nope, our fate has us suffering cold showers, walking in flats, considering the inescapable fate of death, drowning in a few existential crises, and pondering the fact that the patriarchy isn’t actually about horses. In this episode of The Great Equalizer, we’re final…

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Mike Penistone 1:03:52

6M ago1:03:52

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It might be a name you don't recognise, but in rugby's inner circles, Mike Penistone is regarded as one of the game's great coaches. Having coached around the world, Mike was perhaps most influential in the Leicester Academy in the early 2000s and he continues to practice the art of coaching well into his 70s. In this episode, not only do we get tr…

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Sam Harrison 1:09:07

7M ago1:09:07

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Having played for over a decade for one of the most successful clubs in English Rugby, you would think that Sam Harrison's Rugby Inheritance would be relatively standard; it is anything but. This interview reveals a man who wrestled with his place in professional sport, struggled with addiction and is only now coming to terms with the amount of dif…

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Flora is Your Manifesting Bestie 50:54

7M ago50:54

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Manifesting Fabulous: A Mindset & Style Odyssey" Join Flora Szivos, a renowned Mindset and Manifesting Mentor, and Kara Allan, the acclaimed Celebrity Stylist and Brand Image Consultant, on a transformative journey through the power of mindset in your fabulous 40s and beyond. In this engaging podcast episode, Flora and Kara delve deep into the art …

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Inspirational Conversation with Coach Tommee (Live Your Full Potential Podcast) 45:50

7M ago45:50

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Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Live Your Full Potential Podcast.In this episode I sit down with Coach Tommee, trainer and coach at the world famous Tiger Muay Thai in Thailand. Coach Tommee is a coach, motivational speaker and trainer and has an inspiring story about overcoming personal challenges, including bullying, and following you…

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Mark Wilson 57:03

7M ago57:03

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Mark Wilson is an extraordinary athlete and stand-out rugby player. Having come through junior rugby with the likes of Penrith, Kendall, Tynedale and Blaydon, Mark Wilson ended up playing over 200 times for Newcastle Falcons. In this episode, he opens up about his personal journey, his favourite memories, his most painful moments and what he hopes …

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