Michael Galvin aka Dr. Chris Warner - 30+ Years of Shortland Street

If you say the name Dr Chris Warner, I think 9 out of 10 New Zealanders would probably know exactly who you are talking about! The Shortland Street character, played by Michael Galvin, has been a core cast member in the New Zealand hospital drama for over 30 years. He was on episode 1 of the show back in 1992 and he is still seeing patients at the fictional Ferndale clinic now. It is hard to imagine Shortland Street without Chris Warner. This podcast is a small part of the Michael Galvin story. We talk Shortland Street- then and now- including the ferocious criticism the show received when it first launched. And his iconic line, “please tell me that is not your penis.” How Michael coped with the intense fame in the late 90s when Shortland Street cast members were as famous as All Blacks. Michaels personal journey with mental health, anxiety and depression, including a panic attack while filming one day. And the role meditation plays in his life now. His pride in the relationship he has with his daughter and his thoughts on becoming an empty nester. How he would like Chris Warner's story to end and much much more. Just before we crack into it, I want to thank my epic sponsors at Generate who made this episode possible. Something to ask yourself - what do you see yourself doing in retirement? Moving to the beach? Exploring the world? Spending more time with friends and family? Whatever your dream, there’s one big question —how much will it cost? That’s why choosing a KiwiSaver provider with strong long-term performance matters. Generate is an award-winning KiwiSaver provider with a track record of delivering strong long-term returns- I can vouch for this myself, but you can see their latest returns for yourself on their website. The choices you make today will shape the retirement you’ll have tomorrow. Start planning now—Book a chat with an adviser at generatekiwisaver.co.nz/dom You’ll be surprised at how easy and fast it is to switch to Generate. The issuer of the scheme is Generate Management Limited. You’ll find their Product disclosure statement on their website. Past performance does not guarantee future returns. 00:00 Who is Michael Galvin 15:36 The Evolution of Shortland Street 21:17 Navigating Religion, Theatre, and Hollywood 45:58 Celebrity Privacy and Fan Interactions 01:14:52 Understanding Life Changes 1:37:37 Chris Warner's Imaginary Farewell Episode