{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/637edd2f571c7c0011b83a32/66d24d7ec5079dde61610f3b?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Michael Hurst on Lucy Lawless’ Feud with Hercules Star Kevin Sorbo, Intimacy Coaching & More!","description":"<p>MICHAEL HURST</p><p><br></p><p>When it comes to acting in NZ there is very little this guy has not done.</p><p><br></p><p>Michael and his wife, Jennifer Ward Lealand are the definition of an acting power couple.&nbsp;She was even named NZ of the year in 2020.</p><p>At the time of recording this they are about to star in a new play together called “In Other Words.”</p><p>(It's on at Auckland's Q Theatre from 3-15 September)</p><p>https://www.qtheatre.co.nz/shows/other-words</p><p><br></p><p>This conversation is a small part of the Michael Hurst story.</p><p><br></p><p>From moving to NZ from the UK as a kid.</p><p>How he fell in love with acting and, in particular, Shakespeare.&nbsp;</p><p>We talk about the Hercules and Xena era which made him an international celebrity, not to mention a lot of money.&nbsp;So many cool stories about this era, including his recollections of working with a young Ryan Gosling.&nbsp;And the time he hit Hercules in the head with a sword.</p><p><br></p><p>Michael Hurst is an incredibly passionate and enthusiastic guy who has devoted his whole life to his craft, and it was a pleasure to pick his brains for a long form chat like this.&nbsp;I hope you guys like this.</p><p><br></p><p>Thanks to the incredible team at Generate for making this episode possible.&nbsp;They are award-winning KiwiSaver specialists.</p><p>Checking if you’re in the right fund and making the most of your account can really boost your retirement lifestyle.&nbsp;And that’s where Generate can help.</p><p>Their KiwiSaver advisers can meet with you online or in person, you place or theirs, to go over your options, and make sure your investment is working for you.&nbsp;Half an hour of your time and it could the best investment you ever make for your future self.</p><p><br></p><p>Request a no-obligation chat with one of their advisers.&nbsp;Head to:</p><p>https://www.generatewealth.co.nz/dom</p><p><br></p><p>A copy of their product disclosure statement is available on their website. The issuer of the scheme is Generate Investment Management Limited and past performance does not guarantee future returns.</p>","author_name":"Dom Harvey"}