Average Joes Men's Collective

Before the world knew his name, born in Kildare Ireland and driven to training since age 5 by his grandfather, he turned his life around when he was told something by that same man that would shape the rest of his life: “Give it everything you’ve got.” In this raw and powerful episode, Wayno, Mikie and Miguel sit down with 2022 IBO World Champion Boxer Dennis ‘The Hurricane’ Hogan to unpack the tr...

The War on Masculinity: Is Masculinity Oppressive Towards Women? In this powerful episode of The War on Masculinity, hosts Wayno, Mikie, Chrisso, and Jamie tackle one of the most controversial and misunderstood topics of our time: Is masculinity inherently oppressive towards women? This no-holds-barred panel dives deep into the clash between traditional masculinity and modern feminism, asking hard...

In this powerful episode of the series The War on Masculinity, Wayno, Mikie, Chrisso, and Jamie dive headfirst into one of the most damaging misconceptions about men: that masculinity means suppressing your emotions. This raw and honest conversation breaks down the false belief that real men don’t feel or express vulnerability and emotion. Instead, the panel challenges this outdated narrative and...

In this powerful episode of The Men’s Collective Podcast, four everyday men—Wayno, Mikie, Jamie and Toby go head-to-head on one of the most controversial questions of our time: Is masculinity toxic? No scripts, no safe space, just raw, honest conversation. We dissect the cultural narratives, unpack our own stories, and challenge the modern perception of what it means to be a man amongst ever movin...

There’s a war against masculinity—and at the frontline is a man’s worth. In Part 2 of our powerful series The War on Masculinity, Wayno, Mikie, Jamie, and Chrisso go head-to-head with one of the biggest lies men are sold: "Your value is found in what you earn!" This episode calls out the silent attack on male identity—where a man’s value is reduced to his income, productivity, or social status. Is...

Whether you see it or not, there is a war going on, a war against men living in their masculinity. Welcome to the bold new podcast series in which Wayno, Mikie, Stevo, and Jamie unpack the modern challenges men face in a rapidly changing world that, in many ways, seems against them. In episode 1, Thermostats and Thermometers, we dive deep into the analogy of thermostats and thermometers in masculi...

One Bite At A Time Life can feel overwhelming, but the only way to conquer it is one bite at a time. In this explosive podcast episode, social media juggernaut Jimmy Judge joins Wayno, Mikie and Jamie to break down the art of tackling massive goals, overcoming big challenges, and building an unshakable mindset. From mental resilience to crushing self-doubt, this raw, unfiltered conversation dives...

Feel like you have untapped potential? In this episode of The Men’s Collective Podcast, Wayno, Chrisso, Mikie, and Jamie dive deep into The Burden of Potential—the silent pressure that every man feels but rarely talks about. We unpack why so many men struggle with the gap between who they are and who they could be, the fear of failing at greatness, and how to break free from self-imposed limitatio...

Growth doesn’t happen in comfort zones. In this episode of The Men’s Collective Podcast, Wayno, Mikie, Big Pete, and Jamie dive deep into the art of Being Comfortable Being Uncomfortable. From mental resilience to stepping up in relationships, business, and personal challenges, we break down why discomfort is the key to success. If you’re ready to level up, embrace the grind, and push past your li...

Mastering Self-Control: The Key to Mental Strength & Success . Self-control isn’t just about willpower—it’s about mastering your emotions, your reactions, and your mindset. In this episode of The Men’s Collective Podcast, hosts Wayno, Mikie, Miguel, and Jamie break down the real meaning of self-discipline, emotional resilience, and what separates average men from high performers.   Struggling...

In this powerful episode of The Men’s Collective Podcast, Wayno, Miguel, Samuel, and special guest Craig Humble dive into a story of redemption and resilience. Craig shares his extraordinary journey from a life of struggle marked by drugs, abuse, and jail—to one of strength, transformation, purpose and faith. This raw, unfiltered conversation unpacks the challenges he faced, the pivotal moments th...

In the final installment of our 3-part series, Wayno, Mikey, and Jamie tackle unspoken questions that many married men wrestle with, like: Did I marry the right one? Is she still the one? This raw and honest discussion explores the quiet doubts, the dangers of comparison, and the daily choices that keep love alive. From navigating the realities of commitment to resisting the urge to measure your p...

Every man who’s been through a breakup, divorce, or the end of a long-term relationship faces the same crossroads: Should I try again? In this no-nonsense second episode of the Is She The One series, Wayno, Jamie, Chrisso, and Scotty from Average Joes tackle what it means to re-enter the dating world after heartbreak. This isn’t about rebound advice or chasing a fairytale. It’s about real talk for...

Every man reaches a point where he asks: How do I step up and become the man I was meant to be? In this powerful episode, Wayno, Jamie and Miguel from #AverageJoes sit down with special guest Blase Grinner to uncover what it truly means to Awaken your inner Warrior. Forget the clichés—this is about building real strength, mindset, and discipline to rise above the ordinary and unlock your true pote...

Every man hits that moment where he asks himself: Is she the one? In this no-nonsense first episode of a three-part series, Wayno, Jamie, Chrisso and Miguel from Average Joes break down what every man needs to know when choosing a lifelong partner. Forget the clichés and fairy-tail nonsense, this is about hard truths and real preparation. We’re taking on the big questions: • Is the idea of a soulm...

In this inspiring episode of The Men’s Collective Podcast, hosts, Wayno, Jamie, and Chrisso are joined by Australia’s leading property investment expert, Nathan Birch. Known for his bold, out-of-the-box thinking, Nathan shares how his unconventional approaches to solving property investing challenges can also be applied to life’s toughest obstacles. The panel dives deep into the theme of resilienc...

In this episode, Wayno and the Average Joes sit with bike accident survivor, Chris Perry after becoming a quadriplegic and talk how quickly life can dramatically change its course in a Split Second. Can you prepare for Split Second impacts? Can a man adjust his life when sudden changes happen? Are all Split Second events bad? What’s your plan? Join the lads in this epic episode as we break down th...

In this powerful episode of The Men’s Collective Podcast, AverageJoes shows hosts, Wayno, Miguel, Jamie, and Mikie tackle the layered topic: Forgive, but Forget? Together, they unpack the challenges men face when it comes to forgiving others and the often overlooked , yet necessary act of forgiving ourselves. Is it possible to truly forgive if we can’t forget? Does holding on to past hurts serve u...

Podcast Description for ‘Permission to Put Yourself First’ In this thought-provoking episode of The Men’s Collective Podcast, our hosts—Wayno, Mikie, Chrisso, and Jamie—dive deep into a topic that often feels taboo for men: giving yourself permission to put yourself first. In a society where self-sacrifice is often celebrated, we challenge that mindset by discussing why prioritizing your own well-...

Legends, Welcome back to The Average Joes Men’s Collective Podcast! In this week's podcast we're joined by former QLD Sports Minister, former Liberal and One Nation member, and now Independent State Member Steve Dickson. No one likes making the hard decisions, especially when it puts you directly in the firing line, so what does it take to have the Courage to be Disliked. ——————————————————————— W...

Legends, Welcome back to The Average Joes Men’s Collective Podcast! In this episode, Reebok Founder, Joe Foster, talks about finding a Work/Life Balance with The Average Joes. ————————————————————————— Watch on: Spotify Apple Podcast Youtube ————————————————————————— Follow us on: Instagram: averagejoesmenscollective Facebook: Average Joes ————————————————————————— PLEASE NOTE The views expressed...

Legends, Welcome back to The Average Joes Men’s Collective Podcast! In this episode, Wayno, Jamie, Mikey, and Miguel go in depth about their personal thoughts, opinions, and experiences on today’s topic - Work Life Balance.————————————————————————— Watch on: Spotify Apple Podcast Youtube ————————————————————————— Follow us on: Instagram: averagejoesmenscollective Facebook: Average Joes ———————————...

Legends, Welcome back to The Average Joes Men’s Collective Podcast! In this episode, Wayno, Miguel, Jamie, and Mikey, go in depth about their personal thoughts, opinions, and experiences on today’s topic - Grief - Dealing With Loss. If you didn't know, one of our men in the Average Joes Men's Collective Podcast, Greg Wuth, sadly passed away. This episode is in memory of a not just an Average Joe,...

Legends, Welcome back to The Average Joes Men’s Collective Podcast! In this episode, Wayno, Greg, Jamie, and Special Guest, Jaemin Frazer, go in depth about their personal thoughts, opinions, and experiences on today’s topic - Overcoming Insecurities. ————————————————————————— Watch on: Spotify Apple Podcast Youtube ————————————————————————— Follow us on: Instagram: averagejoesmenscollective Faceb...

Legends, Welcome back to The Average Joes Men’s Collective Podcast! In this episode, Wayno, Mikey, Jamie, Jimmy, and Special Guest 2024 Block Contestant, Jesse Maguire, go in depth about their personal thoughts, opinions, and experiences on today’s topic - Coping Under Pressure. ————————————————————————— Watch on: Spotify Apple Podcast Youtube ————————————————————————— Follow us on: Instagram: ave...