Episode Playlist
Episode 7 - Jess Robinson( 1:7:48)
Episode Information
In this episode of Sidelines and Sacrifices, Craig and Kelly sit down with Jess Robinson in "Player to Parent." Jess shares her shift from life on the field to guiding her own kids in sport, the sacrifices behind the scenes, and lessons passed down from her own family. From sideline emotions to big-picture values, it's an honest chat about growing up in and through sport.
A radio show/podcast produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air.
Published: 9/09/2026 1:00:00 p.m.
Episode 6 - MVP Guest: Trevor Shailer( 1:15:52)
Episode Information
Former Olympian and Commonwealth Games medalist, respected sports leader, former CEO of Sports Manawatū and host of his own Podcast "In the Ring", Trevor Shailer joins us to share the lessons he's learned from a lifetime in sport. From elite performance to community leadership, we explore what it really takes to create lasting impact both on and off the field.
A radio show/podcast produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air.
Published: 2/09/2026 1:00:00 p.m.
Episode 5 - Football Focus: Takaro AFC( 0:54:2)
Episode Information
"A lifetime in sport. A family that made sacrifices. A community that became home." In this 2-part Episode, Madison Buchanan reflects on a lifetime in sport as a player, coach, father, volunteer, and club leader. He shares the sacrifices he and his family have made, the people who shaped his journey, and why helping build Takaro AFC has been one of his greatest rewards. It's a story of commitment, experiences, mentors, relationships, community, and the volunteers who make grassroots sport possible.
A radio show/podcast produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air.
Published: 26/08/2026 1:00:00 p.m.
Episode 4 - Our journey pt. 4( 0:22:20)
Episode Information
Every great story has a beginning. Before we tell the stories behind New Zealand sport, we share our own. From childhood dreams and lifelong friendships to coaching, setbacks and sacrifice, Craig and Kelly reveal the moments that shaped them- and why Sidelines & Sacrifices was created.
This is where the journey begins.
A radio show/podcast produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air.
Published: 19/08/2026 12:30:00 p.m.
Episode 3 - Our journey pt. 3( 0:24:25)
Episode Information
Every great story has a beginning. Before we tell the stories behind New Zealand sport, we share our own. From childhood dreams and lifelong friendships to coaching, setbacks and sacrifice, Craig and Kelly reveal the moments that shaped them- and why Sidelines & Sacrifices was created.
This is where the journey begins.
A radio show/podcast produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air.
Published: 12/08/2026 12:30:00 p.m.
Episode 2 - Our journey pt. 2( 0:28:44)
Episode Information
Every great story has a beginning. Before we tell the stories behind New Zealand sport, we share our own. From childhood dreams and lifelong friendships to coaching, setbacks and sacrifice, Craig and Kelly reveal the moments that shaped them- and why Sidelines & Sacrifices was created.
This is where the journey begins.
A radio show/podcast produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air.
Published: 5/08/2026 12:30:00 p.m.
Episode 1 - Our journey pt. 1( 0:28:38)
Episode Information
Every great story has a beginning. Before we tell the stories behind New Zealand sport, we share our own. From childhood dreams and lifelong friendships to coaching, setbacks and sacrifice, Craig and Kelly reveal the moments that shaped them- and why Sidelines & Sacrifices was created.
This is where the journey begins.
A radio show/podcast produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand on Air.
Published: 29/07/2026 12:30:00 p.m.