Better Bloke

This one’s going to ruffle feathers. Our guest has built a name (and a business) by saying the things you’re not supposed to say, and filming it all in comedy sketches that ride the line between hilarious and highly offensive. He’s been labelled sexist, racist, and accused of normalising domestic violence. Today, we go beyond the headlines and into the mind of the man behind the character. In a ra...

Tate Smith is just 21 years old, but he's already lived through one of the hardest things a bloke can face... losing his older brother to suicide. This conversation is raw, emotional, and painfully real. Nate opens up about the shock, the guilt, the anger, and the silence that followed his brother’s death, and how it’s changed the way he looks at life forever. He shares his mission to make sure no...

By now, you’ve probably seen the face & heard the name, but in this episode, the boys sit down to peel back the layers. From life before the Better Bloke Project to the moment he walked away from a stable career in pursuit of something bigger, Matty opens up about the risks, the regrets, and the rewards that came with chasing purpose.  They dive into the messier stuff too… relationship br...

Nathan Schmid is back on the podcast… this time as the bloke who actually did it . In April, he completed 30 triathlons in 30 days , wrapping it all up with a full Ironman on Day 30. We first spoke to him before the challenge kicked off, and now he returns to reflect on the highs, the brutal lows, and the mindset it took to keep pushing when everything in him wanted to stop. This wasn’t just about...

On this one, the boys rip straight into the event highlights of the past weekend. Rob took on the challenge of a lifetime over the weekend, jumping in the ring at the Podcast Royale 2.0 - one of Australia's biggest and best boxign events in history. Outside of dropping 15kg & unlocking his healthiest self in years, Rob embodied everything we stand for at Better Bloke - determination, accountab...

In this episode of the Better Bloke Podcast, we sit down with Cris Cross, the bloke behind the 400HP split-colour Corvette Hellvette and those wildly popular custom car sketches. But this chat goes way deeper than cars. Cris opens up about grief, identity, and how losing his stepdad in 2017 nearly broke him. From smoking weed and eating Macca’s to avoid pain, to journaling, going vegan, and rebuil...

In this episode of the Better Bloke Project, we sit down with Terry Munro, a bloke who hit rock bottom and clawed his way back. After blowing out to 185.5 Kgs and battling through some dark days, he knew something had to give. Terry opens up about the turning point, the brutal honesty it took to face himself, and how he dropped 100 kilos in two years. But this isn’t just a weight loss story, it’s...

In this episode, Matty and Rob sit down with Jack 'Swifty' Mill, a familiar face in the BA community, known for his tough exterior and wild car, but there’s more to him than meets the eye. They get real about the pressure that builds up, the burnout no one talks about, and the toll it takes when you keep pushing without asking for help. Swifty shares a moment that nearly broke him, and what pulled...

One bloody year. 52 weeks of no-filter chats, big laughs, and tough truths. In this milestone episode of the Better Bloke Podcast, Matty and Rob celebrate one year of diving into what the project has managed to achieve in the last year. With suicide rates still climbing, the boys reckon it’s time we stop ticking boxes and start having real conversations. They also give a shout out to people behind...

Kids change everything, your relationship, your priorities, and your sacred right to sleep past 6 AM. In this episode of the Better Bloke Podcast, Matty and Rob tackle the highs, lows, and absolute chaos of being a dad. Ever wondered if there’s a perfect time to have kids? Spoiler: There isn’t. Rob, the seasoned dad who's been through the trenches, shares the raw, unfiltered realities of fatherhoo...

Blokes Advice, the notorious mens group where gun sticks, terrible tattoos, and unspoken bloke wisdom reign supreme. Ever found the perfect stick and felt like you just won the lottery? Yeah, you’re not alone. The boys rip into the dumbest sh*t ever posted, the unwritten rules every real bloke follows, and why borrowing a mate’s tools comes with responsibilities. If you’ve ever debated the beauty...

Matty and Rob sit down with OG BA legend Hadyn, a bloke with one hell of a story. At just 19, he found himself in a life-or-death situation while working in his parents’ jewellery store, an experience that shaped him in ways most people will never understand. But that’s just the start. Hadyn gets real about the tough stuff, relationships, parenting, and the brutal truth that life isn’t some fairyt...

In this episode of the Better Bloke Podcast, Matty and Rob chat with Nathan Schmid, a bloke who's transformed his life from late-night partying to tackling an extraordinary challenge: 30 triathlons in 30 days. Starting in April, Nathan will swim 1.5 km, bike 40 km, and run 10 km daily, all to raise awareness for men's mental health through the Daily Grind Challenge. He opens up about his journey f...

For the first time ever, Matty and Rob welcome their first female guest into the inner sanctum of the Better Bloke Podcast. An unlikely guest, Kay Manuel has been at the centre of headlines, copping backlash and judgment from all sides. But behind the controversy? Well, that's exactly what we wanted to uncover. In this raw, unfiltered chat, Kay breaks down the reality of internet fame, the mental...

Most blokes are taught that putting yourself last is the noble thing to do but Matty and Rob reckon that’s a load of crap. If you’re constantly running on empty, sacrificing yourself for everyone else, and calling it ‘doing the right thing,’ you’re actually just sabotaging your own potential. This episode is all about flipping that mindset. The boys dive into why taking responsibility for yourself...

Matty and Rob sit down with Graeme, a bloke who's been through more tough times than most of us can imagine—failed relationships, losing trust in everyone, being an estranged father. But the best part? He’s come out the other side, running a successful business and proving that rock bottom isn’t the end—it’s just the start of a comeback. Graeme opens up about navigating life’s darkest moments, why...

Blokes aren’t great at talking about their feelings—but we'd argue that it's not because we don’t communicate, we just do it differently. In this episode, Matty and Rob dive into how men actually talk , why we dodge deep convos, and what really works when trying to get a bloke to open up. They break down the myth that men hate talking about emotions, why face-to-face chats can feel like an interro...

This episode taps into the chaos (and wisdom?) of the best Facebook group to grace the modern man, Blokes Advice. They tackle questions from over 300,000 blokes addressing the minefield of modern parenting, the backlash we're dishing out to blokes just doing good deeds, and the ultimate way to get back at your neighbour. This ep serves up a mix of banter, laughs, and solid advice. Get stuck in. He...

 In this episode of the Better Bloke Podcast, Matty and Rob dig into why every bloke needs his tribe. They chat about how men are wired to fix things, why accepting help doesn’t make you weak, and the power of having the right mates in your corner when life gets heavy. The boys also break down what it really means to support your mates – no quick fixes, just listening and being there. Plus, they...

In this episode of the Better Bloke Podcast, Matty and Rob sit down with Big Trev, the Big Brother legend who’s been navigating life in the spotlight for nearly two decades. Trev gets real about the highs and lows of fame – from battling ego to staying grounded when everyone knows your name. He doesn’t hold back on the tough stuff, opening up about why blokes need to stop bottling things up and st...

Has being 'woke’ done more harm than good? Or are we just too scared to admit it? In this episode, Matty and Rob rip into the "woke" movement and its chokehold on modern society. While it’s brought some fairness and inclusion, it’s also unleashed cancel culture and turned honest conversations into landmines. Why can’t blokes speak their minds anymore without getting crucified? The boys take no pri...

So, you’re lying to yourself again this year? Making resolutions you already know you’ll break. Offft, bit heavy to kick off the year, hey boys? But let’s be real—while we’re all about accountability, it’s not entirely on you. With everyone banging on about New Year’s resolutions, it’s no wonder it feels like the way to go. But in this ep, Matty and Rob dig into the brutal truth about why most blo...

In this episode of the Better Bloke Podcast, Matty and Rob chat to an absolutely legend, Blair Rubock from Through Strangers Eyes. If you haven't heard of Blair, he's the bloke who’s made it his mission to tackle some of the hardest conversations you'll ever hear—often with complete strangers. Rob and Matty dive deep into what drives Blair to do what he does and the courage it takes to hold space...

 Jumping into parenthood way too early, neglecting your own personal growth, or coasting through life without a clear direction. We've all made some choices we would probably reconsider if we had our time again, so in this ep Matty and Rob thought it might be helpful to break down some of the most common mistakes blokes make, with the hope it might help a few of you avoid them. Help us help the b...

In this episode of the Better Bloke Podcast, Matty and Rob sit down with BMX legend Logan Martin to chat about life on and off the bike. Logan opens up about his Olympic gold medal win, sharing how it brought him opportunities and attention, but didn’t change who he is. He talks about the grind, the mental focus it takes to compete at the top, and why his backyard skate park is still his favourite...