Jordan Watson is much better known by his alter ego “How to Dad”

He is one of New Zealand’s most loved content creators.

And it all started with a random video for a mate that was not even intended to be for public consumption that blew up literally making him an overnight celebrity. Instead of being a one clip wonder he has turned it into a wildly successful long-term career.

His online stats are eye watering:

2.8 million Facebook followers

1.4 million you tube subscribers

1,1 million Tik-Tok followers.

And another 850,000 Instagram followers.

He also has a podcast with Clint Roberts called "The Parenting Hangover" and his own line of unbreakable jandals.

Somehow he also manages to be a good real-life husband and dad, and fit in some serious charity work for Kids Can.

This podcast is a glimpse into the life and mind of the man behind the internet fame. There is lots of cool insights in here for anyone who is keen to learn more about how to make an impact online. But also, it’s just a good chance to get to know a very creative, clever and cool New Zealander.

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Nigel Latta, New Zealand’s best-known psychologist, shared a video to Facebook on the evening of September 5, 2024, announcing he has been living with cancer.

After sharing his shocking news, he received an outpouring of love and media articles because we all feel like we know Nigel Latta- even Lorde's mum left a comment giving Nigel credit for how she raised her kids.

For the past 15 years, Nigel has been responsible for some wildly successful TV projects including the Beyond the Darkland’s series (which I loved) and the politically incorrect series with episodes devoted to parents, teenagers and grown-ups. He is also the author of seven best-selling books.

I had never met Nigel before this podcast but, like a lot of Kiwis, I felt like I knew him. Nigel is everybody’s mate- a national treasure.

This is small part of the Nigel Latta story with a focus on lessons he has learned since the cancer diagnosis and being forced to face his own mortality.

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Jamie Pennell is a former NZ army and SAS member who has been awarded the countries second highest military honor..

He now has a book out about his unimaginable life experiences called “Serviceman J”

In this episode we talk about his early years and his initial decision to join the army.

What’s involved with becoming a member of the SAS.

His deployments to Afghanistan and encounters with Taliban suicide bombers.

Fighting alongside Wilie Apiata,

Being awarded the NZ Gallantry star.

How he found himself again after leaving the military and adjusted back to civilian life and much more.

I found this conversation super inspiring-Jamie Pennell and seen and done some terrifying things and has had to do a lot of self-work to make sure his transition back to a regular civilian has been a success.

This episode is an edge-of-your-seat and deeply human look into the life of a dedicated serviceman. Jamie was so generous with his time and experiences, which involve revisiting some pretty grim situations, so I hope you guys like it.

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