The Outback Mind Podcast

Professional musician Tomi Gray and I take a deep dive into his musical career and the flow on it has to becoming reliant on drugs and alcohol. Tomi bravely became aware that his habits were contributing to poor mental health and took steps to change his life in his late 20’s. Now as a touring musician with well known outfit Kallidad he is stepping into his real potential and starting to thrive. H...

Professional musician Tomi Gray and I take a deep dive into his musical career and the flow on it has to becoming reliant on drugs and alcohol. Tomi bravely became aware that his habits were contributing to poor mental health and took steps to change his life in his late 20’s. Now as a touring musician with well known outfit Kallidad he is stepping into his real potential and starting to thrive. H...

Former Fremantle & Geelong player Marcus Drum take a journey into his life growing up in regional Victoria, his pathway into the AFL and the proactive way he approached his transition from being a player riddled with injury to becoming an outstanding player welfare leader. Marcus is now helping many other young men and women through his own experiences and having a positive influence inside and ou...

Founder of the cultural change organisation organisation Hello Sunday Morning Chris Raine and I take a look at his own relationships with alcohol, when it began and why things started to change. Chris openly and honestly shares his journey and experiences which have led him to now being a leader in helping others in need of support. Hope you enjoy our conversation. Available on Spotify and iTunes...

Former Fremantle & StKilda footballer Heath Black and I take a deep dive into his career, his challenges with Bipolar Disorder and ADHD and some of the interesting experiences he’s had on an off the field. This is a great conversation for anyone who may be having some mental health issues as we go into some practical self management strategies. Heath is now doing wonderful things inside the AFL sy...

Former Brisbane Lions full back Daniel Merrett and I have a deep dive about life before, during and after his playing days, life on and off the field and the challenges guys face finding identity outside of the workplace. Daniel shares his journey openly and honestly which may be helpful to those going through transition and change. Hope you enjoy our conversation. Available on Spotify and iTunes...

If we want to improve our mental health getting back to the foundations of what it is to be a man is not rocket science, it’s critical to navigate our way through the modern world. Jason Bluett has seen life through a different lense and is passionate about helping guys relearn the skills in which we need to thrive, not just survive. This important conversation is a must for every man looking to i...

Episode 133 of The Outback Mind Podcast is available - Aaron Shanks. For a young man of just 35 years Aaron has jammed a hell of a lot in, and he’s not stopping anytime soon! From travelling the world multiple times, living in nature and learning to survive on his own to being kidnapped in India, Aaron has had an incredible ride. One key thing that you will learn from this conversation is that tru...

Episode 132 of The Outback Mind Podcast is available - Kane Nuttall. Originally from Baccus Marsh Kane battled poor self esteem as a teenager which led to depression then a 12 year battle with hard drugs. In this conversation Kobe and I talk about how he cleaned himself up and eventually began helping others through his groundbreaking charity The Power In You Project which is helping many people w...

Former superbike champion Karl Muggerigde joins me for a chat about the hard work he did to compete on the world stage, be successful at it and how he reached his potential following a 10 day silent retreat. Karl is now one of Australia’s leading hydrofoil surfers and is doing wonderful things to help others find freedom and quality of life. Available on Spotify and iTunes - The Outback Mind Podca...

In this episode Trev and I go deep into aspects of the coronavirus, what’s unfolded in 2021 and positive ways to move forward and stay true to yourself. This conversation may be confronting. We ask that you consider and contemplate ideologies discussed and make informed decisions on your journey to consciously align your wellbeing moving into the New Year. Available on Spotify and iTunes - The Out...

In this second interview with Rod we discuss more deeply the trauma he experienced in his childhood, the impact it had on his life and what he is doing now in recovery to heal himself and support other men who may have experienced both sexual and non sexual abuse. Available on Spotify and iTunes - The Outback Mind Podcast.

Mandy Gibbons is one of Australia’s leading men’s resilience coaches. She’s a lady with a strong understanding of men, what men go through and struggle with in modern life. Mandy provides leadership, guidance and compassion to help guys get unstuck and break through. In this conversations talk deeply about relationships and the trials and tribulations both men and women experience. Available on Sp...

Sometimes guys mess up. Lukas Carey was one of those guys perceivably doing well but internally he was battling. An act of misjudgment saw him do time in prison and all the stereotype that came from that. Lukas has since moved on, achieved a Doctorate in Education and is doing wonderful things to help others whom experience incarceration proactively change their lives. Please enjoy this conversati...

Jason is the co creator of an amazing band called Kallidad which has been bringing joy to people’s lives throughout Australia and around the world for the past 10 years. Jason shares his journey from a young boy when he first picked up a guitar , walking away from a career in law and the work it took to live his dream. Their music is amazing, transformational and brings joy to many people’s lives....

Rae Bonney is Vice President of The Australian Men’s Health Forum and is a passionate advocate for better supporting men and dealing with the real challenges faced in modern society. Rae talks deeply about the issues faced in the current landscape and gives great insight into where change is needed. I’m sure you will enjoy this conversation. Available on Spotify and iTunes - The Outback Mind Podca...

Former AFL player Jeff White and I discuss his journey through the highs and lows of life. Jeff had an amazing football career with Fremantle and Melbourne before taking on coaching roles and eventually moving into finding a passion for helping others. I’m sure you will enjoy this conversation. Available on Spotify and iTunes - The Outback Mind Podcast.

Kundalini Yoga is a practice that provides incredible self healing outcomes. Kylie Upton transformed her own life from severe illness to optimum health and has since become one of Australia’s most vibrant and well respected teachers. Now her in her late 40’s Kylie is thriving and shares her knowledge and wisdom through this powerful conversation. Please listen in via Spotify and iTunes - The Outba...

Ocean Grove man Matt Hart has had an interesting journey into the world of helping others and becoming a leading Bowen Therapist. Matt gives us great insight around practical ways we can manage our bodies and minds to stay happy, healthy and well. Available on Spotify and iTunes - The Outback Mind Podcast.

What if we were to be able to become intuitive enough to be able to truly listen to what our body is saying to us? Superfeast creator Mason Taylor and I take a deep dive into Daoist philosophy and what this can bring to our lives to support our physical and emotional wellbeing. A true pioneer of holistic healing, Mason shares his wisdom in detail which may help you to explore your own health journ...

Sometimes we give too much without taking time to care for ourselves then without warning the right light comes on. Tasmanian woman Barb Walters is one of those special people who puts others before themselves, so much so that it drove her unconsciously towards burnout, anxiety, depression and contemplating suicide. Coming from a place of adversity Barb moved through this, changed careers and is n...

A young man driven to create change is rare and unique. Ed Ross saw a need to provide better solutions to the ugly protective equipment scene and make being at work more enjoyable. From the TradeMutt was born which not only transformed the look of the construction industry and created much needed mental health services to those needing support. Such an inspirational young man I’m sure you are goin...

Paul is a Neuroscientist, Exercise Physiologist and Nutritionist who is currently completing a PhD in Applied Psychology, where he is developing and testing resilience strategies with the Australian Defence Science Technology Group & The University of Tasmania. In 2010 Paul created and co-hosted the Channel ONE HD TV series Body and Brain Overhaul and in 2010 and 2015, he was voted Australian Fitn...

If your looking for inspiration to shift your thinking this is the podcast for you. Hanny Allston had somewhat of a privileged upbringing but faced many personnel challenges which many never knew. A talented swimmer, Hanny had a dream of representing Australia before finding her feet and becoming one of the nation’s top female runners. She is now working towards her true human potential and her re...

Former AFL player and coach Brenton Sanderson talks about his experience in the industry and the mental health challenges faced along the way. Available on Spotify and iTunes - The Outback Mind Podcast.