Show Notes
Richie Hardcore is a board member at White Ribbon New Zealand, Ministry of Social Development 'It's Not Ok’ Champion , and a co-facilitator at Shine, working to end men's violence against women.
He is an educator and public speaker, and has spoken both for Creative Mornings and Ted-X. His key focus is on exploring masculinity and ending rape culture, sexual and family violence.
He also speaks passionately about mental health and wellness, and as a former alcohol and drug harm reduction community worker, on how we can address AOD issues in our society.
He was a radio host for 15 years, conducting interviews with politicians, personalities and musicians alike, as well as DJing music, as well as being a rotating host of NewsTalk ZB's national mental health talk back radio show ‘The Nutters Club', and today is a regular feature on shows such as TVNZ breakfast as a social commentator.
He is a retired former Muay Thai Champion, having fought nationally and internationally, with 5 new Zealand titles, a New Zealand Four man Title and a South Pacific title collected over his Thaiboxing career. With over 25 years in martial arts, Richie is now a trainer, having helped some of New Zealand's most accomplished fighters achieve their goals.
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