DBC - Dad Bro Club

Step back into the world of James Cooney and his groundbreaking play, "Betrayal," written by Harold Pinter and directed by Victor Lirio. This original play has been revamped with characters who are second generation Filipino-British. The stage venue is in the vibrant city of Manila Philippines. In this episode, we dive into James's reflections on the play, the cast, and unforgettable experiences t...

Join us as we say Happy Birthday to the mechanic Paul Riley. We also celebrate Mother's Day (UK) and International Women's Day. We acknowledge the incredible women in our lives, particularly our amazing mothers, and delve into discussions about their experiences, challenges, and achievements as parents. Tune in as we ask our own Mums thought-provoking questions about their journey through parentho...

We welcome back Damon, who reflects on his role as the Soccer Coach for Tetbury Town under 8 boys. Beyond recounting his coaching journey's highs and lows, Damon sheds light on what makes a good coach, emphasizing the importance of motivation for young players. He shares practical insights into fostering enthusiasm and dedication among kids on the field. From his experiences, Damon unveils the dee...

Meet Andy Faraday. A spirited adventurer who discovered his piece of paradise in Gabbadah, Western Australia, on a picturesque five-acre home known as "Sandy Acres”. Andy looks back on his childhood in Luton, UK, and the transformative decision to explore the Australian dream, leading to countless adventures and work experiences across different states. As Andy and his wife Hayley settled in Perth...

Meet Lia.  We discover her inspiring journey as a Sports Therapist by day and by weekend, a dedicated soccer player for Doveridge LFC. From overcoming challenges as a young migrant to earning respect on the field, Lia shares her story of resilience. Tune in to hear how she promotes well-being through sport, family, fitness, and spiritual guidance. She is living proof that anyone, regardless of gen...

Meet Adrian Liew. We explore his journey moving from a regular primary school to a new “home school” experience. 20+ years ago, being home schooled felt “weird” to many, especially for an 11 year old boy who already made his own friends. We dive into Adrian’s early challenges and reasons why his parents made this difficult decision. But the end product was positive. Adrian is now an accomplished I...

Part 2 of 2. James shares his career highlights, including a small part that got him the most public attention (Disney's Star Wars Andor). We go behind the scenes when scripts don’t quite go to plan and how he replayed his grief journey on stage. Staying resilient through multiple audition rejections and other daily sacrifices about this job. Finally, James reveals his next special project in the...

Part 1 of 2. We talk to the "baby bro" James Cooney. The Actor and his many winding roads to get where he is now. Seeking to live a normal life, he shares his early memories, mixed race background and first movie influences that made him chase a potentially risky career. When he landed his first breakthrough role in the unique play 'Bottleneck', it gave him the launchpad to more opportunities on t...

New year and new season 2 for DBC! Today we talk to Mike, an old friend and Dad of 2 kids, both diagnosed with Autism. We dive in to the science and myths around this condition that affects 1% of children worldwide. The daily challenges in caring for them, the silver linings in being a positive parent and what the future holds for this dedicated father. Mike admits he has learnt infinite amounts f...

The final episode of DBC Season 1 and we have the full Dad Bros squad in the house to countdown the New Year. This time with a twist, where the other Dads take turns asking all the questions about me and unpacking my past, present and future. My memories of Philippines, UK and Australia. I finally explain what I do for a job, how I deal with stress and how I can't stop planning for future retireme...

Me and Andy welcome back Damon for this Christmas special episode. We do a quick recap of recent guests and unpack the feeling of “Christmas Blues”. This time of year can be difficult for some for various reasons. Why do we feel like this and how can we manage these situations? Andy and Damon share different views of the festive spirit and what Christmas really means to them. Merry Christmas and H...

The first girl and youngest guest on DBC. My first born Amaya. We have a quick chat about the excitement of Christmas and finishing school for summer holidays. This time of year can get pretty manic but this was my reminder to pause once in a while and have some meaningful conversations with our loved ones. Sending happy and festive vibes to everyone from DBC! 🎄🎅

Introducing Darren Parry or just Daz - just one of his many nicknames. Join us delve into his journey of raising children of diverse backgrounds (half English and half Filipino) navigating the complexities of cultural integration, and preserving their heritage. Daz candidly shares his reflections on the unique experiences and challenges of parenting in a multicultural world, drawing from his own t...

This is bonus content following on from DBC's "Episode 5 - Scientist". From the archives, this is the original recording of my best man speech for Danny's wedding in August 2017 (while practicing in my mum’s attic). Remembering how nervous I was to deliver this speech on the day, I think this sums up Danny's life and how he found happiness (despite losing his golden locks). If anyone has any tips/...

Meet Danny aka The Scientist. We dive into his diverse career journey alongside his experience of losing his golden hair locks. Did you know stats say that "1 in 2 men over 40 years old will have male pattern baldness"? Danny opens up about how he dealt with this setback in his early 20s, inspired by a Shane Warne advert that motivated him to take action. Hear about his journey through hair treatm...

Meet Paul Riley aka The Mechanic. In his world it's pretty hard not to throw a few explicit words around but he kept his cool in this chat to maintain our PG rating. What do we talk about with a Mechanic?... Cars, Cars and more Cars of course! We go further under the hood as Riley shares his early memories, what attracted him to this job and the future of cars. We wrap up with his expert tips on d...

Recapping on the opening episodes and takeaway lessons. We also touch on a busy November month and the significance of "Movember" to men's mental health (Grow a Mo for your Bro). Click following link: https://au.movember.com/

Meet Damon. A globetrotting professional who serves as the “Head of Global Store Experience & Visual Merchandising” by day and has recently ventured into the world of writing as an Author. In this episode, Damon shares his career journey spanning across continents, revealing his motivations and insights into crafting a children's book. Join us as we explore Damon's creative process, his "why" behi...

Welcome aboard our pilot episode of DBC, where we introduce ourselves and unveil our mission. Join us as we embark on Andy's captivating career metamorphosis, from the bustling world of a Pub Landlord to the serene waters as captain of his own boat, with dreams as vast as the ocean itself. Dive deep into the intricacies of his transition and aspirations to sail the world, igniting a spirit of adve...

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