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The M Word

The M Word

By Michael Pulman

The M Word is a podcast where freelance journalist Michael Pulman sits down and talks with interesting people from a wide variety of industries.

New episodes released every few weeks.
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Jason Pine Talks Radio Broadcasting Career & State Of Sports Media

The M WordApr 10, 2020

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PM Ardern Running From Tough Media?

PM Ardern Running From Tough Media?

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern appears to be picking and choosing her media rounds from here on out. This isn't ok. 

Mar 08, 202111:15
It's OK For Men To Cry

It's OK For Men To Cry

Men showing emotion is OK. Men showing emotion isn't a bad thing. Today on the podcast I react to one of New Zealand's most famous names talking about "bloke-ism" and then I chat about the All Blacks losing to Argentina. 

Nov 17, 202051:28
Liam Messam Talks Return To Waikato & The Importance Of Impact

Liam Messam Talks Return To Waikato & The Importance Of Impact

Liam Messam joins the show to talk about his return to Waikato in Mitre 10 Cup, the importance of making an impact on younger players, and much more. 

Sep 11, 202024:06
Rating Waikato's Chances In Mitre 10 Cup 2020

Rating Waikato's Chances In Mitre 10 Cup 2020

How will the mighty Mooloos shape up in 2020? I give my thoughts on some key players and challenges sitting in front of Waikato as they seek for just their third top-flight NPC title in 50-years. 

Sep 11, 202040:34
Breaking Down Xbox's Compelling Week Of News
Sep 10, 202047:27
Dave Worsley Talks Media Management & 20-Year Journalism Career

Dave Worsley Talks Media Management & 20-Year Journalism Career

Dave Worsley is one of New Zealand’s longest-serving media managers and journalists, today he stops by the podcast to talk about his career and the state of the industry in 2020.

Aug 26, 202053:36
Steve Hale Talks Grassroots Rugby Vs Pro Rugby In NZ
Jul 27, 202001:02:10
Why The Last of Us Part II Is So Good
Jun 19, 202039:56
Rugby's Back & I'm Anxious AF

Rugby's Back & I'm Anxious AF

A self-indulgent ramble about work and where to from here in this crazy yet exciting post-COVID-19 world. 

Jun 09, 202022:18
Damian Light Talks Being A Politician & Leading United Future

Damian Light Talks Being A Politician & Leading United Future

Former United Future party leader Damian Light stops by the pod to talk about his political career, leading United Future into the 2017 NZ General Election, and challenges faced along the way. 

May 25, 202048:25
Patrick McKendry Talks Rugby Writing & NZ Herald Career

Patrick McKendry Talks Rugby Writing & NZ Herald Career

Patrick McKendry joins the pod to talk about his career writing about rugby, primarily as a reporter for NZ Herald. We talk about the early stages of his career, landing at NZME and how he goes about his writing process. 

May 13, 202049:56
Ross Karl Talks Isolation Nation & Life As A Rugby Journalist

Ross Karl Talks Isolation Nation & Life As A Rugby Journalist

Rugby journalist Ross Karl joins the pod to talk about Sky Sport's Isolation Nation, life as a rugby journalist and the lessons learned along the way.

May 07, 202054:06
Daryl Mitchell Talks Blackcaps Debut & Journey In Cricket

Daryl Mitchell Talks Blackcaps Debut & Journey In Cricket

Daryl Mitchell joins the show to talk about his journey in cricket which led to a Test debut in 2019, plus what else he does in life and the challenges that are ahead. 

Apr 15, 202037:31
Jason Pine Talks Radio Broadcasting Career & State Of Sports Media

Jason Pine Talks Radio Broadcasting Career & State Of Sports Media

Radio host Jason Pine joins the show to talk about his near 30-years in the media business as a radio broadcaster, TV commentator and journalist plus touch on how the business has changed over the years through the advent of online website and social media. 

Apr 10, 202046:50
Anton Lienert-Brown Talks Lessons In Rugby & Mental Health

Anton Lienert-Brown Talks Lessons In Rugby & Mental Health

Anton Lienert-Brown joins the show to about some of the lessons he's learnt as a professional athlete, challenges out of high school coming into pro rugby and mental health. 

Apr 08, 202033:46
Oskar Howell Talks Esports & Starting Out In Media
Apr 07, 202038:16
The Good & Bad Of WrestleMania 36
Apr 06, 202032:09
Huw Beynon Talks Media Career & Producing NBL With Sky Television (Episode 11)

Huw Beynon Talks Media Career & Producing NBL With Sky Television (Episode 11)

Today we are joined by Sky Sport NBL voice Huw Beynon who talks about his media career, starting out as a nervous journalist to NBL producer covering the Breakers basketball team. You can follow Huw on Twitter @huw_beynon.

Mar 31, 202046:26
Jamie Wall Talks The Impact Of COVID-19 On Rugby & Rugby Media (Episode 10)

Jamie Wall Talks The Impact Of COVID-19 On Rugby & Rugby Media (Episode 10)

Rugby author Jamie Wall joins the show to talk about how COVID-19 has impacted rugby in New Zealand and how it could shape the future of the sport. 

Mar 30, 202001:02:55
A Non-Educated Discussion On PS5 Specs vs Xbox Series X (Episode 9)

A Non-Educated Discussion On PS5 Specs vs Xbox Series X (Episode 9)

Both the PS5 and Xbox Series X Specs have been revealed, but which one is better? Both new boxes have their strengths and weaknesses, so I take a deep dive and provide my non-educated POV. 

Mar 24, 202036:30
Swedish Journalist Hermann Dill (Episode 8)
Mar 21, 202001:02:43
My Thoughts On COVID-19 & Future Of Super Rugby
Mar 20, 202024:25
Accessibility & The Dualshock 4 Back Button Attachment (Ep 6)

Accessibility & The Dualshock 4 Back Button Attachment (Ep 6)

Discussing the Playstation' back button attachment from a disabled gaming accessibility standpoint. 

Mar 09, 202016:37
Those PS2 Memories!!! My Story With The World's Best Selling Console (Ep 5)

Those PS2 Memories!!! My Story With The World's Best Selling Console (Ep 5)

The PS2 was happy days! Happy happy days! Here is my story as one of the 158million gamers to own a PS2. 

Mar 04, 202029:43
Nigel Yalden Talks Rugby Broadcasting & Media Career (Episode 4)

Nigel Yalden Talks Rugby Broadcasting & Media Career (Episode 4)

Today we are joined by 'the voice of rugby' Nigel Yalden who talks about his journey from working in The Warehouse to becoming a major player in New Zealand's sports media industry. 

Nigel Yalden is a sports radio broadcaster for Newstalk ZB and Radio Sport and hosts the All Sorts Breakfast show as well as lead caller for All Blacks matches. 

Feb 26, 202054:12
Peter McGlashan Talks Politics & Cricket - Episode 3

Peter McGlashan Talks Politics & Cricket - Episode 3

Former BLACKCAPS wicketkeeper Peter McGlashan joins the podcast to talk about crossing over from sports into politics, and a whole lot more. 

Jan 20, 202043:36
Paula Tesoriero Talks Disability Rights In 2020 - Episode 2

Paula Tesoriero Talks Disability Rights In 2020 - Episode 2

I sit down with Disability Commissioner Paula Tesoriero about her goals for 2020 and some of the significant issues facing the 1.1m disabled New Zealanders. 

Jan 12, 202030:53
(RE Upload) Jamie Wall Talks New Book & All Blacks Media

(RE Upload) Jamie Wall Talks New Book & All Blacks Media

Jamie Wall talks about his new book, Heroics & Heart Break and dishes on his experiences as part of the media team covering the All Blacks. 

Jan 10, 202049:20
Blackcaps Fails and Media Influences - Episode 1

Blackcaps Fails and Media Influences - Episode 1

Pulman Media is here, but what the hell is it? I'll discuss before weighing in on the terrible Blackcaps tour to Australia where so many flaws were exposed that it's hard not to be cynical. Also, some of my all-time biggest influences in media. 

Follow @pulmanmedia on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. 


Jan 08, 202056:10
Introducing: The M Word Podcast

Introducing: The M Word Podcast

The M Word is a weekly podcast that rambles and reacts its way through the world of media, sports, gaming and entertainment. New episodes release each week and are hosted by freelance journalist Michael Pulman. 

Jan 06, 202002:41