Norm Maxwell- The hard hitting All Black reflects on the incredible highs and lows of his career
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- Опубликовано: 30 сен 2024
- Norm Maxwell was pound for pound the hardest hitter this game has probably ever seen. At just 90kgs the All Black lock through himself into collisions like no other every time he stepped on the field. However you tell Norm that he's tough and he's not buying it.
From growing up with feeling the field was the only place he was free and his first big collision being the first time he felt respected, Norm always was going to play rugby. His Crusaders contract came quicker than he'd ever thought and something that was was far from ready for. Throughout his career his battled with injuries and a sore body which took it's toll and forced him to change his identity as a player and a person.
It's clear after this episode that players weren't prepared for professional rugby at the time and you can hear the struggles that Norm had to face not just physically but mentally and psychologically as well.
This is one of my all time favourite episodes Norm is a story teller who is so open and honest and I know you'll enjoy this one! If you do can you please do me a favour and share/ like and subscribe so I can keep bringing you more legends like the great Norm Maxwell.
What did you learn from Norm in this one?
That was an awsum interview thanks for doing this he was my idol back in the day,I learnt alot about him where do I start?,the rediscovering of self identity after professional rugby was very powerful thank u for this insight ✌️
Truly What a Lad. He has gone through every high and low in life, and is better for it. He absolutely has mana.
And what a pod
What a Lad Podcast - shot!, You've cracked it, this is such a good interview, the Man, ----- having a laugh at his own expense, then a cry, interesting stuff about himself and his interesting life, great insight and sound advice. What a good ***t (lad!) You get his humor and together well, its top entertainment! 10/10
Always loved Norm Maxwell, my favorite AB straight up, used to see him around Edgeware, I was down there from the North Is. too at the time, thank god I didn't say hello to him (haha).
Back to the question....
"One" of the things I learnt from NM in this one - was a situation today at work and I thought, Na I need to communicate my situation here, its hard to explain but it isactually because I watched this and it was all the better that I did that too - all round. Also the looking at yourself bit is good idea for me for another day for sure!
Thank you, good health & best wishes for the future - Legend xx
@@ljawgtn1393 Love that! Thats so cool to hear 👊
He talked so well! Learning to talk about how you feel and the importance of needing a close mentor in your late teens/early 20s. He’s an asset to our country and for young men from the north ❤
Grew up with Norm… and yes as a kid he was the skinny pakeha kid who had zero fear… played league against/with him from 10-14 then he disappeared to Union never saw him again til he played a “friendly” under 18s league game against us and the dude had a 4ft growth spurt 😂😂😂 caught up with him in the height of his footy fame a few times, he was always the same bro from up home… just wiser, spoke deeply, told amazing stories of his healing trip to Brazil (not sure if that’s the Kaka trip😬) awesome to see he’s found his place, go well brother.
Chur Gerald pretty sure you bumped me off once or twice in those games 2, helps when your twice the size of everyone else eh, lol, All good Brother hope all is well with you and da whanau
He should have captained 2003 we would have Won
Russian Nuclear Sub 😂
Awesome episode great to hear Norms story and how he's dealt with the situations in his life he's faced. Inspirational. The ABs need more Norm Maxwells.
Appreciate it
A smart, deep man. Thanks for sharing his life experiences.
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I remember meeting Norm when he was in Crusaders training camp and I was about 10 years old. We got a picture and I asked to shake his hand. I shook his hand but he stopped me, he said “always look a man in the eyes when you shake his hand” and I really value that advice! What a lad!
Thats cool! Love how you remember that and I'm sure have done it ever since.
In the late 90s u helped our forwards in the northland secondary schools side...feeling bit outa place u was a great role model 4 this maori boy
Sorry cuz norm went to rugby league but always rated u above ol kamo,Jack,whettons etc
Solid human
Thanks for your time and guidance bak then 🙏
So many stories of him helping people out sums the guy up, true legend!
Thanks Brother was always a pleasure to support you fullas
Incredible conversation, so brave and sincere. I am 30 now and i am from Galicia so i never had the chance to enjoy him as a player in his prime, but i,ve heard stories and lessons by him from friends that we have in common and i am happy and kinda emotional to hear this ones in the podcast because everybody can feel related to those feelings and doubts. So when you are a legend and show your human side, you make normal people and amateur rugby lovers have some faith in this kind of way to see the life. Rugby is a tool to know and improve yourself and everybody should apply it to their life.
Love from Pontevedra, Norm! Thanks!
What an awesome podcast - Always wondered what happened to Norm Maxwell after his playing days good to see he’s doing well. The guys a true legend, one my favourite players to ever where the crusaders jersey ⚔️
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Typical Northland Rugby LOCK.... Tall, Skinny, Lean, Hard, and QUICK.
OF Course Sid Going would take greater interest in Whangaunga of Ngapuhi.
He's still got his Nga Bush Northern accent, with HIS worldly education and Media Confidence ....keeps him original .
And HARD
Being from up north my favorite 2 crusaders was norm Maxwell & norm Berryman 💪🏽💪🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽🔥🔥#legends
Two of the greats!
Norm Maxwell and Ron Cribb were both awesome players wish they played for longer 🫡🫡🫡
Cribb was a beast. My favourite AB of that era.
Good shout. Gun players from an awesome era of rugby!
Man this was sooo good I knew the man took no prisoners on the field and was a renowned hitter but the bro has the mean yarns and can tell a wicked story!
Really happy to see he is in a great place post his professional rugby career and using his experiences and knowledge to make a mark on improving our childrens lives top man what an inspirational story and a top episode.
Thank you both this was awesome fellas!
Love that! Thank you 🫡
Stormin Normin Maxwell you were my idol back in the day bruv such an awsum player to watch with those crunching tackles same tribe as u proud Nga Puhi and u made me proud to be maori with how much heart u gave out there on the pitch mean my maori 🫡✊️
Chur bro
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I remember norm maxwell back when he was playing for Crusader’s. I was a teenager hanging around town broke lol with no money as usual. On a Friday night.And we seen him from a distance walking and cause of how big he was he was easy to spot. We didn’t know him personally but just off TV. Anyways So me and my mates we yelled out to him “ Hey Maxwell got any money bro” he looked over to us and waved us over to him as he walks over to a ATM he cashed out $300 and handed over to us and said have fun make sure u guys share that!! Me and my mates couldn’t believe it!!We all gave him a hi five I can’t remember what we did but He is the most generous guy I have ever meet! And we never forget meeting him that night chur bro
That is the coolest story ever! What a legend!
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Great discussion, like the it about slowing down, take stock of your life, appreciate what you got and how you got there. Good insight into some of the internal workings of the AB squads he was in. Another excellent poddy
Tenerife Canary Island yarn is a complete crack up!!! What a legend this guy is.
Wicked aye bro these guys have sum awsum stories to tell,we need more
Meke podcast 🔥
What a awesome chat Norm.
Hokianga’s Finest!
What a mean korero makes sense in all different aspects man too much bro.!!
flip I thought Norm was from Canterbury but hes one of the bros with the accent lol the man!!!
Most down to earth uso, met several times in chch met in a game of touch in Hampshire park 1999 2000's met Oreni & Brad, also at Temple night club 😂😂 good times, Norm brother you're more than just a rugby player ❤🙏
All the best bro #CrusadersLegend
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i wish u asked him who was the best team he ever played against, my gut feeling is the 99 wallabies when all those legends larkham,greegan,finagan,eales etc, that was a great period that maxwell playd, some of the all time GOATS wish we had that rivalry back, pubs were jam packed accross nz to watch those Bledisloe cup matches
Next time!
Awesome listening to your story bro ...well done ...being a proud Canterbury local and just want to tell u ..we loved having u play for us bro ..and will always cherish the memories and wish u all the best
What a deep, insightful and hilarious chat. Much respect to you norm maxwell, there is a great depth to his soul that came through in spades.. really enjoyed that poddy!
@@Eighty7AT6 champion man!
One night out in Wellington after an abs game we ran into him he brought me and the boys some drinks hes so humble and down to earth, while in his ABs number ones on he had his rugby boots still on he told us he didnt wanna spend money to buy some shoes in wellys lol we took him back to Jerry Collins who was dancing on a table lol
😂😂 that’s good stuff
He had his rugby boots on?was that spriggs and all?
@@ManaBlack208na he took his sprigs off coz we were asking if he could dance in them so he was doing his haka Boogie to prove he was good 😂 he such a Good C**t to drink with he didn't act like he was bigger than us aspiring Rugby players he was like one of the boys that night..
One of the great episodes I reckon, Jimi. Your thoughts?
One of the greats for sure!
@@whataladpodcast His vulnerability caught everyone by surprise I think making it a truly intriguing listen.
Thank you norm! Loved to watch you play my bro you were always hearty as smaking over everything no fear!! Thank you for being open and raw cuzi. Arohanui
"The Man" and great too see he hasn't changed since he left our shores. I remember the days he, for me, probably that first real aggressive launch yourself like a rocket lock at every ruck or maul and super competitive, big heart. Still humble and humorous.
Appreciate it Brother
Wow! Favourite episode ever! What a Lad
Yea the ultimate lad
Yeah bro it was my favorite,something about Norm and the way he speaks awsum stuff
Pound for Pound the hardest hitter? Greatest All Black? You're off your head buddy...
Champion bloke Normy Max, u & your partner.🫂🙌🍻
I started playing at 18. Dumb as a bag of hammers and unfit, too. Got sent to the weight room for mandatory training. Had no idea what I was doing, but we had excellent trainers. Amazing what fitness and weights will do, but like Norm I’m suffering now from all those injuries. But that’s the way it was back in the 70s and 80s. I understand what he went through, and to get to the levels he did is impressive. Toughens a fella. Makes working in an office a walk in the park.
Norms story is so powerful and amazing, he should be on the professional speaking circuit if he isn't already, or motivational speaker for men. Awesome brotha
It’s so great to listen to a player that talks about his life in such an open way - where rugby is just a part. It’s a perspective that is hard to find in the money driven world of professional rugby, a breath of fresh air.
Truely an amazing interview inspirational Man, taking the time to cultivate awareness internally has so much benefits many men think it's a weakness when the truth is it's a super power just look at Norms perspective on life what a super human.
I remember one game the ABs lost a game the ref Jonathan Kaplan awarded the wallabies a penalty at the end of the game Eales steps up slots it between the posts for the win. When leaving the field unhappy fans started raining projectiles upon the ref Kaplan it was this man that covered his retreat under the stands.
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The Myth, the man, The Legend..God Speed Norm thanks for the memories.
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Appreciate you asking about brain health with legends like Norm. It's really important to hear how they are going. Other 'well known' podcasts put it in the too hard basket.
Hora hora hard my bro....always looked up to you growing up in whg and seeing you up on our wall of super heros....humble azzz too Normy....wish you nothing but the best my bro💯👆🏾❤️🙏🏾
What an amazing listen. Keep up the good work norm.
This guy was the man,2
Watched all his career but sort of felt he was allways carryng an injury or 2, legend!
Imagine if he was to play injury free! Crazy to think he didn't play much above 75%
@@whataladpodcast exactly bro, sometimes the general public dont know what goes on in a pro rugby players life behind the scenes,injuries and mental well being etc, we just get to see the big game on sat, this was one of the best interviews iv heard, we got to learn so much about a legend,
Legend❤
Man, it's an awesome interview. Hey Brother Norm, I hope you are well. Remember seeing him around chch a few times always said hi and gave the chur Brother 😅 Tough player skillful too 🫡
Thanks mate! Love that 🫡
Coach northland my g
How good would that be!
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I have finally seen this episode. It's just outstanding. I first remember him as a journalist spotting potential All Blacks of the future. This was long before he was ever selected. I wrote in my notebook, "definite potential, one to watch". I still have that notebook. I remember him as a reserved young man. He didn't only become an All Black, he became a very good All Black.
Thats a cool story!
Excellent interview. I've always been a fan of Norms and not just because he's from the North. Now i know why he was a beast in the tackle learning how to, starting off in league where its the only game where you get your defense down pat for one on one hard tackles. Sounds like John Mitchell was an egg head.....oh no wait, he actually was an egg head :) I was hoping for some korero on his good mate the other great Norm, Norm Berryman. 👍
Thanks mate. Yea the Norm Berryman stories will have to be next time, so much to get through
R.i.P big Norm Berryman, that guy was the man during the same period as maxwel,i was pissed off wen Jon hart gave him 1 test match against the boks, hart was too conservative and didnt really incourage that raw flair like king carlos and norm Berryman, favoured the safe players like merts and goldie, ah well lol
Yup, JM was a marmite guy. To be fair to the guy he came at a time when some established players needed to be moved in, and this ain't easy. Even so, is alleged military style of leadership can work but will always have it's limitations.
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Wow this interview was so enlightening. Norm speaks so eloquently about himself.
LEGEND💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽🙌🏽
Yer got bro was near top but knee.was hard after. People dont c it.
What a chat f..Ken love it!
@@AnthonyDawson-v3q he’s a legend eh!
Just a fan. Not rugby more than young.
After the rugby is over, heal thy self.
What a legend...one of my favourites from back in the day. Such a transparent and vulnerable story. True legend!
True legend alright!
Haha love em. Cheers earned it'
Always thought he was an awesome rigby player. After watching and hearing his story i have much more respect for him. Living legend! Thanks for sharing guys. Love the podcast
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He was good but hard.
Most ever thing I taked away from a single pod cast ever and norm done better than I ever could manage - and support Norm as “well being”and professional sport are the future working in tandem, norm is taking us there
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I almost cried when Norm nearly broke down. It’s so awesome to see someone so real and vulnerable. We can all learn from big Norm. Great pod - again!!!
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Maxwell was a true hard nut. He was there for the Crusaders great run. And of course for the Hip Hop Song the crusader!
How good was "The Crusader" song!
Yer bro.its poison.
That was a great listen . Could listen to Norm all day . What a interesting bloke
Me too, I can't wait to get him on again!
Found myself to really relate on several things
The injuries from the lanky play
Dyslexia
Rural
Couldn’t find my culture exactly
Can’t explain myself
But Norm really inspired me when he played
I know it’s not the perfect term
But no one did the mongrel like Norm did
And we have been missing that!
All the best Norm
A surprising and remarkable man. What a lad 👍
What a Lad!
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Could turn this guy's story into one of the greatest inspirational sports hero movie of the modern era. He epitomises what a great All Black is. Thank you Norm.
I would watch that!
@@whataladpodcast Great interview mate. Keep it up.
Thank you bro! Awesome korero.
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what happened to the alana bremner episode?
Had issues with the video unfortunately, you can still listen to it on any podcast platform though 👍
If you cant learn to calm your own waters youre lost in the storm. What a nugget and what a legend!
That is quote!
I jotted it down straight away!!
Loved this episode ❤
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Great interview
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