Before you Jump Podcast

The Hitchhiker Guide said to always bring a towel. We say, always keep a peanut slab in your pocket. Dylan talks about his mental health and what's up with it. He has concluded maybe it's time for a change!! We rate WWE's Wrestlemania 40, was it good? Was it bad? We also talk stand-up comedy specials, and old-school video games, on this long-ass episode! Enjoy!

Kels decided to escape from the hospital and record an episode! So you best appreciate it lol. He literally held off a treatment to do this. He also updates us on his health and the potential of being discharged.

Ok.... um so turns out Dylan uploaded this episode, but forgot to hit publish.... D'oh! So there is an episode from March 3rd... My bad everyone, my bad. In this stupidly long pod, we discuss the emo week in the Stewart House, Auckland Traffic and listening to the actual radio. Plus we talk South Park, Afterlife, Thai Land and how The Simpsons is the perfect family. Plus way way more! Like lot...

OMG the boys are still alive and kicking (just)! Welcome to the first episode of 2024. We took a bit of a break, mostly due to Kels like almost dying again, but now we are back with a huge almost 2 hour episode! The guys talk about the break, then dive deep into fate vs religion.... Is there a god? Or is our fate sealed? Are there angels? And what happened that time Dylan witnessed a minor miracle...

Heads up, the audio for part of this was terrible, it turned out one of the mics had died almost completely. We have done our best to clean this up and make it sound as good as possible. Luckily we had an extra mic lying around so D swaps them out eventually We are joined in the studio this week by the awesome Naketa. She has recently joined Voices of Hope as a blogger and put up an amazing first...

Good friend of the show Tracey Adams joins K and D! Tracey is no stranger to the show, bringing updates on her mental health journey, her love life, changes in jobs, life, and everything. We go through her Mt Rushmore of Disney movies, what her new partner has introduced her to, and what she has introduced him to. (Want to know who he is, tune in to find out!) We also talk about drugs, the impact...

Kels is out of hospital and doing it hard! We talk about his almost 100 days in hospital this year and his hopes and purpose for the future. He also opens up about his last 24 hours and how reaching out has kept him going. We also once again praise his amazing daughter and how she has kept him alive. We also talk our mount rushmore of things as well as Dylans mental health, and a potential return...

We ride an elevator! While Kels is in hospital, we decided to record an episode... only thing is we couldn't find a quiet place to record the episode. So we recorded in an empty (but working) elevator! And man did we have fun. We ran into visitors and staff and had a bit of fun with them all. Hope you like this episode. Audio is not the best, but will do for this week!

These two dudes decide on new entrance music. Dylan shares his new favourite song, Kels talks about Drugs and becoming sober. And Dylan puts out a challenge! Want to know more, tune in!!

They guys talk about the possibility of weekly support groups, and playing poker (and other games). Plus Kels shares some great news about his daughter (Happy Birthday Kianna!), this Gumboot Friday and movies we need to watch. Have a good week!

The boys try and work out the funniest TV show of all time, Dylan up's his security game, and Kels heaps praise on Dylan for being semi-normal

Im gonna be honest, we recorded this a couple days ago and I forgot what is on it. Something about tattoo's, Corn Beef, The Warriors and more! Enjoy! If you have enjoyed this podcast, feel free to support us here:  https://www.buymeacoffee.com/beforeyoujump Or you can support by sharing this podcast with friends and family! Dont forget we are now on TikTok - @beforeyoujumppodcast Twitter - @be...

The boys talk sport! League, Rugby, and Football. Dylan cusses out the Mayor of Palmerston North for being a dick, and we discuss the strength in setting yourself goals! No video this week as Dylan's hair would not cooperate. If you have enjoyed this podcast, feel free to support us here: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/beforeyoujump Dont forget we are now on Tik Tok - @beforeyoujumppodcast Twitt...

Its another freezing cold night in Palmy, so the boys decided to record! This episode we talk movies with the feel! We discuss our mount rushmore of animated movies, plus the boys swap TV and movie recommendations. We check in on our mental health, and see what difference a months worth of medication has done for Kels. Remember you can also watch this episode on Youtube as well! Thanks for your on...

**Warning** This episode is very heavy and discusses suicide and self harm The guys are joined by non other than Siobhan Barnard! She takes us through her time in Ward 21, what led her there, and her road to mental health She also talks about her medication and how it has helped and discusses ongoing support since her stay. This is a brave chat from a good friend! Plus we have some Before You Eat!...

Its our first episode on video!! Thats right! As you listen to this tiny elves are editng he video ready to upload to our Youtube feed! So now we can be in your ears, eyes and heart! This week we talk medication and check out our new recording studio!

We talk our mental health including Kels going to a counseling session We get a sugar rush from too many strawberry milkshakes and Dylan gets lost in conversation like 6 times, but recoveres well.

Who is Nigel? And what happened to his ring piece? There is only 1 way to find out, download and stick it in your ears! This episode gets a bit heavy as we discuss drug and alcohol use. Also, we discuss the potential of group therapy and start a hunt for help. If you know a good group therapy option for men in Palmy please let us know!

Episode 51 and we are coming to you live from the garage studio! This is a bit of an emotional episode and we open up about our feelings. Maybe some triggers here so be warned. We get a bit deep and meaningful about the fight, the struggle, and the loneliness. Kels also updates us on hospital life on day 82 of the stay at Château de l'hôpital (that's French for The Hospital Castle, cause w...

Its episode 50! Yes 50 episodes in we are still here and still pumping out the best podcast in New Zealand* This week Dylan gets unreasonably mad at a whole race (and not the one you think) He also retracts several statements he made in his excitement. Plus Kels and Dylan update on both their mental health and Kels cheers 50 episodes with a special lime milkshake *This is based on 0 fact and it mo...

Why is it 49B? Because we forgot this was episode 50 thats why! Plus a while back for reasons we cannot mention we removed an episode so... yea 49B! And what goes down in 49B? Kels is out of Hospital Dylan gets angry at cords We discover the greatest street name of all time Dylan reviews another Chinese establishment And we get VERY sexual over recent life events All this and not much more in this...

The Boys are back in town with another hot episode. Kels updates on the pure 10's looking after him in hospital and his physical and mental health. Dylan has 3 things to cover: Props Apologies Reviews What are they for? Only one way to find out is to stick us in your ears and give it a listen!

OMG Kels is back in the studio! He escaped the hospital for a few brief hours to lay down some audio gold! Kels updates you on his health and what is going on, and his slow road to recovery. He also lets you know about the awesome hospital kai he is getting, his stubbornness (or resilience), and how he will not let it impact his mental health. This is a great inspiring chat about internal strength...

OMG Kels is back in the studio and updating on his health! Recorded over the weekend, Kels got a weekend pass from the ward and wanted nothing else to record for you fine fine people (and you are looking fine!) We talk about fights out our 21st birthdays and Dylan talks about a bad food experience at a local restaurant. We then go on a rant about white honkeys. Hey... do you like the pod? If so do...

We have Poet, Comedian, Artist, Photographer, Cancer Survivor, Dad, Husband, and all-around good guy Richard Dryden in! We have been trying to get Richard on the pod for some time and he finally caved! Richard tells his tale of his battles with cancer, and how it changed his life! He has a great outlook on life, and is funny as the day is long! We know you will dig this one. By the way, if you got...