Good Humans with Cooper Chapman

In this episode I’m joined by Nigel Beach and we explore how much our environment shapes our mental state. We often try to think our way into feeling better, but our nervous system responds first to what we sense. Light, temperature, hydration, and contact with nature all send signals to the body about whether we are safe or under threat. When we change those inputs, our state naturally follows. T...

In this episode, I share something a little different and a lot of fun. Our 1% Good Club community recently came together to share their favourite restaurants, cafes, and local spots to try, and it turned into a reminder of why community matters so much. It is a gentle reminder that being a good human is not always about doing more. Sometimes it is about sharing a great meal, trying somewhere new,...

In this episode, I sit down with Dr Steven Lu, a former cardiac surgeon turned preventative health pioneer and the founder of Everlab. Steven shares his journey through medicine, from operating in high-pressure ICU and surgical environments to asking a deeper question: why are we waiting until people are critically unwell before intervening? After years of treating heart disease at its most advanc...

This episode is a special milestone for the 1% Podcast. For episode 200, I sit down with Andrew Cipriano, who has been part of the 1% Good Club community for over two years. We reflect on Andrew’s journey, the impact of committing to small daily habits, and the role community and accountability have played in his personal growth. Andrew shares the changes he has noticed in his mindset, consistency...

In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, I sit down with Australian professional tennis player Thomas Fancutt for his very first interview since serving a 10 month anti doping ban that turned his world upside down. Thomas opens up about the moment everything changed. A simple IV drip that he believed was allowed became a career altering mistake, leading to a ban that shocked him, his team,...

In this episode, I share how tackling the small chores and tasks we tend to avoid can have a powerful impact on your mental load, energy, and overall wellbeing. We explore why unfinished tasks quietly drain your nervous system, how small wins build momentum, and how doing the simple things you have been putting off can help you feel lighter, clearer, and more in control of your day. Send @thegoodh...

In this powerful and honest episode of the Good Humans Podcast, I sit down with Lockie Welch to talk about his journey from addiction and rock bottom moments to becoming a passionate mental health advocate and positive voice for thousands of people online. Lockie opens up about what life looked like during his addiction, the turning points that helped him begin his recovery, and how doing the inne...

In this episode, I share simple daily habits to help regulate stress and support a more stable mood, all inspired by questions and messages sent in by our community. We explore why small, consistent actions have such a powerful impact on your nervous system, how stress and mood are closely connected, and how you can use a few intentional habits each day to feel calmer, clearer, and more grounded....

Welcome to the first episode of the Good Humans Podcast for 2026. I wanted to start this year with something powerful, practical, and a little different. That is why I invited Ole Hill , who is widely regarded as Australia’s leading hypnotist, onto the show. In this episode, Ole and I dive into how hypnosis actually works, why so many of us struggle to follow through on our New Year’s resolutions,...

Welcome to 2026! Today I discuss the plans for the podcast in 2026 and also a new segment! Book Review! We also share out favourite books for 2025 and what we are excited for in 2026. Send me a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :) 1% Good Club Book!! The Good Human Factory Amazon Booktopia Cooper's Links Instagram Tik...

Matty Acton is one of Australia’s most recognisable radio voices, a social media star with nearly one million followers, and one of the youngest grandpas you will ever meet. In this episode of the Good Humans Podcast, I sit down with Matty to unpack his journey from growing up in regional Australia to becoming the co-host of Brisbane’s highest-rating breakfast radio show, Stav, Abby & Matt on...

Today I discuss what I am most proud of this year! Send me a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :) 1% Good Club Book!! The Good Human Factory Amazon Booktopia Cooper's Links Instagram TikTok LinkedIn YouTube The Good Human Factory Links Instagram Website Merch – Use code PODCAST for 25% OFF Workshop Enquiry THE GOOD HU...

This week I sit down with Laura Miano , a clinical sexologist, therapist, and founder of Miano Clinical Sexology . Laura is passionate about breaking down the stigma around sex and helping people feel more confident, connected, and empowered in their relationships and within themselves. In this conversation we explore how sexual wellness is deeply connected to mental health, the importance of comm...

Today I discuss what it means to be a good human! Send me a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :) 1% Good Club Book!! The Good Human Factory Amazon Booktopia Cooper's Links Instagram TikTok LinkedIn YouTube The Good Human Factory Links Instagram Website Merch – Use code PODCAST for 25% OFF Workshop Enquiry THE GOOD HUM...

In this episode I sit down with Noah Wallis , better known online as Surfing with Noz — a former financial trader who turned his life around through surfing, creativity, and YouTube. We dive deep into Noah’s story — from growing up on the coast and struggling with anxiety, to chasing a high-pressure career in trading that eventually left him unfulfilled. He opens up about the moment he realised he...

Today I discuss the biggest concerns when it comes to our environment. Send me a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :) 1% Good Club Book!! The Good Human Factory Amazon Booktopia Cooper's Links Instagram TikTok LinkedIn YouTube The Good Human Factory Links Instagram Website Merch – Use code PODCAST for 25% OFF Workshop...

This week I’m joined by former Essendon Football Club captain Dyson Heppell , a man whose career has been defined not just by his talent on the field but by his resilience off it. We dive deep into Dyson’s incredible journey through the highs and lows of AFL, from debuting as a rising star to leading his team through one of the toughest scandals in Australian sport. Dyson opens up about the mindse...

This special bonus episode comes to you live from COP30 in Belém, Brazil, where Kal Glanznig and I are on the ground representing Blue Minds, Surfers for Climate and The Good Human Factory. After more than fifty hours of travel to get here, it has been incredibly inspiring to immerse ourselves in the global climate movement and witness so many passionate leaders working together for the future of...

Today I discuss the most special places on the planet to travel. Send me a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :) LSKD x Good Human Collab - https://www.lskd.co/products/good-human-factory-vol-2-tee-flxcotton-oversize-black-washed 1% Good Club Book!! The Good Human Factory Amazon Booktopia Cooper's Links Instagram TikTo...

This week I sit down with my good mate Steve Chapman , a true Aussie entrepreneur and founder of Hyro Hydration . Steve’s story is one of grit, innovation, and purpose, creating a hydration brand designed to fuel people who want to get more out of life. We dive into his entrepreneurial journey , from the early challenges of building a business from the ground up to how he’s creating a brand that s...

Today I discuss the importance of switching off technology. Send me a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :) LSKD x Good Human Collab - https://www.lskd.co/products/good-human-factory-vol-2-tee-flxcotton-oversize-black-washed 1% Good Club Book!! The Good Human Factory Amazon Booktopia Cooper's Links Instagram TikTok Lin...

This week I sit down with Bonnie Killip , a clinical hypnotherapist, eating disorder recovery consultant, and author of Ready, Now . Bonnie opens up about her 15-year battle with an eating disorder , and how discovering hypnotherapy completely transformed her life. After years of trying everything from traditional therapy to strict diets, she found true healing when she started working on her subc...

Today I discuss the person I couldn't live without! Send me a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :) 1% Good Club Book!! The Good Human Factory Amazon Booktopia Cooper's Links Instagram TikTok LinkedIn YouTube The Good Human Factory Links Instagram Website Merch – Use code PODCAST for 25% OFF Workshop Enquiry THE GOOD H...

This week on the Good Humans Podcast, I sit down with Mikel Nyholt — a high-performing executive at Usher Group , where he leads sales, marketing, and culture for a $100M+ business employing over 500 people. But behind his professional success lies an incredible story of burnout, resilience, and self-healing that will leave you inspired. In his late 20s, Mikel’s life came crashing down. After year...

Today I discuss the area of my life I am working on the most at the moment. Send me a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :) 1% Good Club Book!! The Good Human Factory Amazon Booktopia Cooper's Links Instagram TikTok LinkedIn YouTube The Good Human Factory Links Instagram Website Merch – Use code PODCAST for 25% OFF Wor...