MaateCast

MAAATES WE’RE BACK….again. Unfortunately, the podcast is not back…yet. BUT we wanted to talk about the year that has been, and the year to come, so….. In today’s episode, we’re talking everything 2025 by asking 25 questions about the year and the year to come 👀. This has easily been our biggest year running TheMaates, and also our biggest year personally. We delve into it all in this episode! Tha...

Cyclone Alfred hit Brisbane on the day of Christian’s wedding, forcing him to pivot last minute… Meanwhile, the boys dive into Millar’s newfound passion for The Maates, tackle a big question—should we feel guilty for sinning?—and explore how ChatGPT can help set life goals. Another fortnight in the cozy corner of the MaateCast!   Let us know if you enjoyed this episode by liking, subscribing and c...

You read it right, The Maates are splitting up… physically. Yeah sorry for the bit of clickbait. And while we’re apologising, sorry for the second or two of blurry quality. Anyways, MILLAR HAS MOVED OUT, HE FINALLY TALKS ABOUT HIS RELIGION, and CHRIS CRIED AT CHURCH. What more could you want from a Maatecast Episode. Let us know if you enjoyed this episode by liking, subscribing and commenting. Th...

VALENTINES DAY SPECIAL ❤️ That’s right Ladies and Gents, thIs week the boys are delving DEEP into their past relationships! In doing so, they dig up all the problems they found throughout, and explain how to avoid and/or fix these things. These two 20 year olds basically blurt out the biggest things they’ve learnt throughout the first few years that kids start dating…and hey, one of these boys are...

What a DOOZY! Episode 22 brings a special guest to the corner of the MaateCast - Mr Hudsen Sheriff. He's a man of deep faith, with a love for people, hailing from the depths of America, he's come to Australia just for this episode (not really, the boys have known him for years cause they went to school together) !! If you want the Faith Talk, skip to the second half ;) Hope you enjoy!   If you wan...

YES, you read correctly, Christian is engaged and soon to be married, and YES, the boys ran a half-marathon on impulse with no training. This episode is jam-packed with everything that certifies a MaateCast CLASSIC EPISODE. Enjoy ;) If you want to be more than a Mate, join the vision. Everybody's Instagram: @themaates @christiangilbank @mills.dowry Separate YT Channels: @Christiangilbank @Millsybo...

BRAND NEW SEASON OF THE MAATECAST! That's right ladies and gentlemen, the boys are back and better then ever. Starting the year off, Chris and Mills feel like Maatecast needed to be a higher priority, and with that, comes consistency and a visual upgrade; which can be seen in the snazzy new profile picture, the new logo, the interludes, and much more. The maates want to reintroducce you to the Maa...

THE MAATES ARE BACK AGAIN, this time in a never before seen location - THE AMAZON FOREST (sounds cooler than our local creek)!!   This episode is extremely special, not just for that reason, but also because the boys come in with some HEAT — topic wise — talking in depth about their current religious beliefs, and also the importance of being a MAN in and out of relationships. The boys look to impa...

Another day, another Maatecast Episode… but not really cause it’s been SIX MONTHS since the last ep! What are the boys doing!? Well, they’ll let you know in this latest instalment of the podcast. Some things include; A trip to Bali, Smoking cigars, grinding the maates content, but also just not having much to say. The boys wouldn’t want to waste your time!

The Maates are BACK!! Yes... it's been a little while but the maatecast will never die. Having said that, what do the boys talk about in the 17th Episode of the Maatecast? Well, they obviously give an update on life and the things have been happening in their lives lately, which includes a potential TV show, less hours at work, learning discipline, Stoicism discussion, STREAMING, as well as visiti...

Episode 16 of the Maatecast might be the best one yet... unfortunately though, that was sarcasm. Nonetheless, the boys chat about their experience with their first celebrity guest, Steve Weatherford, they give an update on the maates and maatecast, revealing their first sponsorship and how that made them feel, as well as revealing a massive idea they've got for every Saturday. All of this done in...

Joining the Maates on this week's episode of the Maatecast is the one and only Steve Weatherford! Steve is easily the biggest guest so far... physically and statistically! He's a Superbowl WORLD Champion, 2 times NFL's Fittest Man, and Cover of Muscle And Fitness Magazine, but it's his love for Jesus and incredible testimony that has led him to find absolute joy and fulfilment in life. The boys di...

This week the boys have the one and only location pastor for C3 Lighthouse Inner City Church joining them. Chris Wiggins loves hard questions about God so that's exactly what the boys give him. Whether it's about who created God, why God doesn't show himself, why the church is necessary, why believe in God if life is good, and so much more! Most questions came from the maatecast audience, so thank...

Welcome to Episode 13 of the Maatecast. In this special episode, we have the 'legendary' dad of one of the 'Maate' hosts, Christian. Mr Ryan Gilbank --Father of Two, Successful Businessman, and Lover Of God -- is here to shed knowledge bombs, truth bombs, and ... funny story bombs(?). Whether it's him talking about meeting and dating his future wife in highschool, then being school captains togeth...

Welcome to Episode 12 of the Maatecast. Another week, another episode - in this week's episode the boys are riding solo once again. This time talking about whether or not you can 'just be friends' with a girl and vice versa, as well as discussion Christian's Zambrero Manager and how he's sparked a thought of wasting time here on earth. Furthermore, Christian gets exposed, the maates reveal a new s...

Welcome to Episode 11 of the Maatecast. In this week's episode, we have the one and only Ms Mack -- otherwise known as Emma McLachlan -- joining the circular round table! We've been wanting to have Emma on for a while now to talk about Rhett & Link's deconstruction of faith... so that's exactly what we did. Rhett and Link from Good Mythical Morning were Evangelical Christians for all their liv...

Welcome to Episode 10 of the Maatecast. In this week's episode, the maates discuss the impact of Aliens being real, whether success brings happiness (deep thought), how to deal with anxiety, SKYDIVING experience, reviews of Utopia by Travis Scott, Barbie, and Oppenheimer. In addition, the boys answer questions submitted by YOU. We thank you for supporting us and hope you enjoy episode 10!! If you...

Welcome to Episode 9 of the Maatecast. Joining the boys this week is up-and-coming artist, Luke Harrison. In this quick episode, we talk about Luke performing on big stages such as the Commonwealth Games at just 14 years old, where Luke is headed in the future, how he got to where he is now, and some experiences he's had travelling overseas to America. Luke also has a new Single and Music Video co...

Welcome to Episode 8 of the Maatecast. In this episode Millar and Christian have a few heated debates... one being about the new Flash movie, and another about whether or not Rodeo is Travis Scott's Best Album. In addition to these, the boys open up about not wanting the 9-5 life, really enjoying camping with mates, how hip/hop rap is taking over the world, Drake's Legacy & New Album, And More...

Welcome to Episode 7 of the Maatecast. In this episode we have our very first duo guests, who are also our very first women on the podcast! Both being 'controversial' back in our combined school days, we reminisce those times, discuss why they left, their year 12 experience, being Christian in different schools, tattoos, clubbing, graduation, formal, parties, spirituality and more... We hope you e...

Welcome to Episode 6 of the Maatecast. In this episode we have fellow maate, William Nicholson joining the boys on the black circle table. Throughout the episode, we talk about Will's upbringing in China, his school journey, his gym progression, but most importantly, the boys delve into Mental Health and Mental Illness and how to break stigma's surrounding it, as well as how to keep yourself menta...

Welcome to Episode 5 of the Maatecast. In this episode the boys bring it back to just the 2 OG Maate's to give some personal updates since the first episode. In this podcast the boys review Spiderman: Across The Spiderverse, they discuss their working routines that allow them to mass produce content, as well as their shower thoughts, pre-workout addictions, skits that got thousands of views, deali...

Welcome to Episode 4 of the Maatecast. Strap yourself in because we cover a wide range of topics in this episode. Ranging from LGBTQ and the next generation in church, all the way to Ai batman helping you break porn addictions, or even the Maates plan for a Nightclub. Our special guest this week, Jireh, is a fellow maate and man of God who talks about his unique way of viewing the world, his plans...

The 3rd Episode of the MaateCast. In this episode, we talk in-depth about how Tim, against all odds, became school captain whilst being in Pathways, and then continued on to score a full-time job at Mercedes-Benz. In addition to that, we reminisce about our leadership roles, how we felt about them, clubbing, the stigma surrounding it, the do's and don'ts, as well as when we're all getting married,...

The second episode of the MaateCast! This episode we dive into everything to do with Hip Hop, and our opinions on it. All with our first-ever guest, SAM, a fellow maate, and music connoisseur. We discuss our Top 5, Frank Ocean at Coachella, The Goats, Who's Better - Kendrick or Kanye, Who Has the Best Flow, Drake's recent discography, Upcoming albums, and more. If you want to be more than just a M...