Mental Health Matters

In this episode of  Mental Health Matters , we sit down with Drew Fletcher — a bloke who proves that nothing is impossible. From being diagnosed with mild cerebral palsy as a kid, to facing years of bullying through school, Drew opens up about the moments that nearly broke him… and the mindset that built him back stronger. This is a story about resilience, perspective, and the power of the right p...

This one’s heavy… but it’s one you need to hear. In Season 2, Episode 2 of  Mental Health Matters , Strawny and Benny sit down with a very special guest — Jesse McGarrity. A man whose story is as raw as it gets. From a childhood filled with trauma, violence, and instability… to years lost in addiction, Jesse opens up about the reality of what he’s been through — and how close he came to losing eve...

It’s the third week of the new year ... right around the time motivation dips and old habits start whispering your name again. In this episode of  Mental Health Matters , we talk about what  real  change actually looks like once the hype wears off. We dive into the “new year, new me” mindset, the pressure that can come with it, and how to deal with change when it feels uncomfortable, slow, or hard...

In episode 6 of Mental Health Matters, we're joined by former Wauchope local Matt Doherty , who opens up about his personal journey of realizing the importance of tending to his mental well-being. Matt shares the eye-opening moments that comes with being a parent that subsequently forced him to prioritize his mental health and the practical steps he took to improve it. We also dive into the ri...

In this deeply personal episode of Mental Health Matters, Strawny and Benny dive into a candid conversation about addiction. Strawny shares some raw and vulnerable moments for the first time from his own experience, while Benny brings thoughtful questions and shares his own experience and insights that shed light on the path to recovery. Together, they offer practical tips and heartfelt advice for...

Why does fear have such a grip on us — and how can we loosen it? In this episode, Strawny and Benny open up with personal stories about their own fears, share a few laughs along the way, and break down practical ways to face fear head-on. From the state of "Fight or Flight" to life’s bigger challenges, this chat will leave you with tools, perspective, and maybe even the courage to try so...

In this week’s Mental Health Matters, Strawny and Benny dive deep into the realities of burnout —how to spot it, stop it, and set boundaries that actually stick. The boys explore the power of breathwork for managing stress and staying present, while also laying down some personal accountability tasks to keep each other on track. Plus, Benny gets grilled with some rapid-fire questions that take a f...

In the second installment of Mental Health Matters , Strawny flies solo for a powerful one-on-one chat with Tanika Baker —naturopath, neurodiversity advocate, and head of The Wellness Collective in Wauchope . Benny couldn’t make it this week due to a family emergency (we’ve got you, mate ❤️), but the conversation goes deep as Tanika shares her personal journey of parenting, late-diagnosed ADHD, an...

In our debut of the new and improved ‘Mental Health Matters,’ we sit down with former NRL star Jeremy Latimore . From his days on the field to his new life after the game, Jeremy shares his journey, the challenges athletes face, and the importance of routine and surrounding yourself with good people. Tune in for an inspiring and heartfelt conversation filled with laughs that highlights the power o...