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KATHMANDU COAST TO COAST S7 E6 : POWERED BY CP MEDIA

The start line is in sight and we’re kicking off our final Kathmandu Podcast before race day with 4 guests this episode :

Toby Brookes -
Last year’s fastest paddler on the Waimak and the anchor of Richard & Angus’ Coast to Coast team.
We chat:
- What does the new boat look like?
- How’s he shaping up heading into the big day?
- What it really takes to be fastest when it counts

Megan Welch – CEO, Kathmandu - A passionate leader who truly walks (and runs) the talk.
Megan shares:
- How Kathmandu has helped shape the feel and future of Kathmandu Coast to Coast 10 years of partnership — and what’s next.
- Training updates for the Mountain Run (even when weather throws a curveball)
- The special connection between Kathmandu and her Coast to Coast goal
This is about more than racing — it’s about people, purpose, and what Coast to Coast truly stands for.

Helen Gillespie -
Six years on from significant health challenges, Helen has the Longest Day firmly in her sights. After having to pull out before the kayak last time, 2026 is different : The preparation has been done.
The belief is there. This is her moment. An inspiring reminder of why we toe the line.

Glen Currie – Race Director
The man steering the ship as race day approaches.
Glen shares:
- Key messages for athletes heading into the big day
- Final race-week remindersWho to keep an eye on when it comes to podium contenders

Tune in now and get one step closer to your best Coast to Coast yet.

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KATHMANDU COAST TO COAST S7 E5 : POWERED BY CP MEDIA

On this episode, Richard and Angus are joined by two incredible guests bringing both lived Coast to Coast experience and practical performance expertise to the table.

First up, we welcome Gemma McCaw, who shares her unique Coast to Coast journey, from tackling the Mountain Run on her honeymoon in 2017, to lining up for the Two Day Tandem in 2026 alongside Shaz Dagg.
Gemma opens up about how her relationship with the event has evolved over time, what keeps drawing her back, and how adventure, balance, and partnership have shaped her Coast to Coast story.
We’re also joined by Conrad Goodhew, accredited Sports Dietitian based in Christchurch, who works with elite sporting organisations including the Crusaders, lectures in sports nutrition, presents to businesses, and supports athletes one-on-one through CGN. Conrad is all about cutting through the noise and making nutrition simple, personalised, and effective, whether you’re chasing peak performance or just trying to fuel better day to day.

Tune in now and get one step closer to your best Coast to Coast yet.

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Angus Petrie – @thecollabcreative
Richard Greer – @ric.greer
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TeamCPNZ Connect – Ep 53 – CONRAD – CPNZ Media Live
This next Quick Connect is a must-listen for our endurance athletes.
We’re joined by Conrad Goodhew, accredited Sports Dietitian based in Christchurch, who specialises in helping athletes, weekend warriors, and busy professionals dial in their nutrition with simple, personalised, and effective strategies.
Conrad works with elite sporting organisations including the Crusaders, lectures in sports nutrition, presents to businesses, and provides one-on-one consultations through CGN, all with a focus on cutting through the noise and making nutrition practical for both peak performance and everyday health.
In this episode, we get into the stuff that really matters on race day and long training days:
Hydration — how much, when, and why

Salt intake — what actually works and what’s often misunderstood

Carbohydrates — realistic guidelines endurance athletes can follow

If you’ve ever questioned whether you’re drinking, fuelling, or salting correctly, this episode will give you takeaways you can apply straight away.
🎧 TeamCPNZ Quick Connect, Out now
Simple. Practical. Performance-focused.
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KATHMANDU COAST TO COAST S7 E : POWERED BY CP MEDIA

Staying Safe. Checking In. Racing Smart.
In Episode 4, we dive into one of the most important conversations in endurance sport, how to stay safe and truly check in with yourself on race day, especially at an event as unique and demanding as the Kathmandu Coast to Coast.
We’re joined by Shaz Dagg and Dr Annabel Merrett for a powerful and honest discussion around decision-making under fatigue, listening to your body, and racing with awareness.

Shaz Dagg is a NZ Elite Paratriathlete and the first female amputee to conquer the Kathmandu Coast to Coast. After an accident at the 2024 Coast to Coast, Shaz made a shift in direction, turning her focus to Ironman and going on to complete a full-distance Ironman in late 2024.
Now, with fresh perspective and renewed motivation, Shaz has her sights set on Kathmandu Coast to Coast 2026, where she’ll compete in a tandem pairing with another Kiwi legend Gemma McCaw. We unpack her goal-setting process, her gorgeous and positive mindset, and how she navigates both physical and mental challenges.

Alongside Shaz, Dr Annabel Merrett shares expert insight into athlete safety, self-awareness, and why checking in with yourself can be the key to not just finishing, but finishing well.

This is a must-listen episode for anyone preparing for Coast to Coast, or any endurance event where resilience, mindset, and smart decision-making matter.

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Angus Petrie – @thecollabcreative
Richard Greer – @ric.greer
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TeamCPNZ Connect – Ep 52 – IAN – CPNZ Media Live

Raw. Unfiltered. Post-Godzone ’25.
We’re back on the mic for our next TeamCPNZ Community Connect, catching up with Ian “Marty” Martella fresh off the back of Godzone Pursuit 2025.
We spoke with Marty before the race in Episode 202. Now, with the adventure behind him and the dust finally settling, this is the real chat, the highs, the lows, the brutal moments, the magic ones, and that raw feeling of crossing the finish line after days deep in the hurt locker.
Recorded just a week out from Christmas, this episode is also a chance to pause, reflect, and take stock of what an epic year of challenges, commitment, and community has looked like.
We talk:
What Godzone really felt like once it was over

The moments that nearly broke him, and the ones that kept him moving

What finishing Godzone changes inside you

And the big question… would he do it again?

🎧 TeamCPNZ Quick Connect — Out now
Stay informed. Stay connected. And learn from those who’ve been there.

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