Rae Bonney - Men's Health

Hypothetical Harry – the story behind the story. Every month I'm reminded what an extraordinary privilege this humble little show is and that people, often complete strangers, trust me with stories they've often never spoken out loud. For this episode, one man did something incredibly courageous and told his story on global radio. I first met this version of Hypothetical Harry after one of my pres...

I recently sat down live in the 3WBC Studios with David Maywald - governance specialist, board director and author of The Relentless War on Masculinity - for a robust and, at times, uncomfortable conversation. David flew in from Canberra to join me in person, and we covered a lot of ground: fatherhood, policy, education, family law, suicide prevention and the cultural narratives shaping how we see...

Grant Fuller on men, mental health & the cost of unsafe worksites Last week, on What Does It Feel Like, Being You Today?, I sat down with Grant Fuller, Health, Safety & Wellbeing Principal at Alchimie and co-founder of Wellness in Infrastructure, for awe inspiring conversation - perfectly timed in the lead-up to International Men’s Day. Grant spoke candidly about growing up in Montana, los...

What Does It Feel Like, Being Michael Wilson? The Human Side Of Men's Health Research The world loves a good stat 📈. We quote them, post them, argue about them, and use “the research” to support our opinions. But how often do we stop to ask, where does the data come from? Who are the people behind the research? What drives someone to commit years of their life to a PhD? .... and who supports them...

Involuntary Male Childlessness with Dr Robin Hadley. On Sunday 21 September, I aired a very special conversation with Dr Robin Hadley - researcher, advocate, poet, and all-round diamond 💎. Timed perfectly with World Childless Week, Robin and I explored the often overlooked reality of involuntary childlessness in men - the grief, the stigma, and the silence. Some of Robin’s words that stayed with...

Last week I was joined live in the studio’s of 3wbc, by the unstoppable Anna Feringa - one of Australia’s most no-nonsense voices in workplace mental health, psychological safety and wellbeing. Hilarious & Hard-Hitting Highlights: ⭐Anna’s racy take on psychosocial health (“it’s a mess, but a good mess”) ⭐An entertaining kitchen appliance showdown: Thermomix vs. sandwich press (who knew you c...

✈️FROM AIRSPACE TO HEADSPACE🧠 What It Felt Like Being Sean Menere on 94.1FM 3WBC Sean Menere’s story is anything but linear. He recently joined me on 94.1FM 3WBC to explore the turbulence and triumph of a life that’s shifted from air traffic control to counselling - with stops in Antarctica, fatherhood, and emotional upheaval along the way. What has emerged is an articulate, caring man, guided by...

The month of May, birthed a powerfully human episode of "What Does It Feel Like, Being You Today?" on 94.1FM 3WBC, that dived deep into one of the most fascinating and fast-moving intersections in modern life: artificial intelligence and mental health. Joining me was the ever-insightful Jonas Christensen — unconventional business leader, Corinium Global Intelligence Top 100 Innovator, host of Lead...

Easter Sunday 2025, I was joined on the show by a guest I’ve known for every single second of her 30 years — and, if we’re getting technical, even before that, when she was giving me heartburn, and heart attacks with in the lead up to her grand entry into the world. All said, this amazing woman is my first true love. The most beautiful princess in all the land and, quite frankly, one of the scarie...

🎙️ Erik Thomson: How Popularity, Accomplishment, and Unwavering Professionalism Masked His Offscreen Struggle with Addiction 🎙️ This is more than just an interview - it’s a raw, honest, and personal conversation with one of Australia’s most celebrated actors, Erik Thomson, aired recently at 94.1FM 3WBC. For the first time ever, Erik opens up about his struggles with alcohol and other addictions, p...

🎙️ Erik Thomson: How Popularity, Accomplishment, and Unwavering Professionalism Masked His Offscreen Struggle with Addiction 🎙️ This is more than just an interview - it’s a raw, honest, and personal conversation with one of Australia’s most celebrated actors, Erik Thomson, aired recently at 94.1FM 3WBC. For the first time ever, Erik opens up about his struggles with alcohol and other addictions, p...

The Tables Turned! 🎙️ I was the Guest, with Steve Carey Hosting! On a very warm Sunday in February, at 94.1FM 3WBC, for the first time ever, I handed over the reins of my show and settled in as a guest of longtime friend and magnificent media man, Steve Carey. He took the lead and asked me “what does it feel like being you, today?” which provided foundation for a deep dive into my personal and pro...

It was a long-awaited honour to speak with UK men’s health advocate Mark Brooks OBE, where we unpacked the often-dismissed issue of domestic and family violence against men and boys. As a sector leader in male health, education, inclusion, and domestic abuse, Mark brings over 25 years of experience and thought leadership to this important topic. He has played a pivotal role in championing the righ...

Wrapping up 2024 was such a delight to be back on air at 94.1FM 3WBC with the legendary Steve Carey - one of Australia’s most seasoned voices in TV News & Public Affairs. With over 35 years of brilliance across Seven Network , Nine , and the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC) , Steve is the ultimate life hack—proving that age is no barrier to success, fulfillment, and discovering joy in...

It was a definite highlight of my International Men's Day/Movember season, hanging out with Movember's Jake Lambert at 94.1FM 3WBC to discuss the unique challenges and opportunities in men’s health, in honor of men and boys around the world. Jake was incredibly open, sharing deeply personal and touching moments—from his journey as a new dad to a heartfelt story about his own father. His reflection...

On International Men's Day, I'm extraordinarily proud to stand within a sector of dedicated individuals, committed to making better lives for men and boys ❤️🌍.

Mike Hagan is a Distant Conspirator who has become a very close collaborator of mine over the past few years 😀. In a mash up of our respective fields, mental health, workplace wellbeing, men’s health, safety and compliance, we shared all the how, what, why, when and where we’re both currently at. On one of the biggest topics going round, Mike and I sketched out what organisational responsibility...

To wrap Men's Health Week 2024, and inspire conversations beyond, I went to air at 94.1FM 3WBC with a very special and spontaneous radio show that showcased a story that had not yet been told. Two days before, at a construction site Men's Health Week toolbox talk, I asked the room of around 130 men to raise their hand if they'd had any experience with paternal post natal depression (the kind that...

I recently caught up with fellow community radio presenter Leah Veenhuizen on her fabulous show "Just a thought" at 94.7 the Pulse. Leah asked early on about my reasons for advocating so enthusiastically for men and boys ... I surprised myself with an unguarded response that I tend not to often reveal 💛 . We went on to challenge some of the damaging myths and misunderstandings about men and mascu...

Earlier this year, #2 son and I attended one of the many amazing Melbourne International Comedy Festival events. We were not nearly well enough prepared to have our sides split and possibly our pants wet, from the night’s headliner, Ashley Fils-Aime. 🤣 Supporting a mystery line-up of some of the best festival comedians, Ashley did not fail to keep the laughter level at “11” throughout the entire...

Around 35 years ago, Peter Baker set himself a path of exploring the relatively unchartered world of men and boy’s health in the UK. A true trailblazer, he’s contributed to many great outcomes, over the years, including the introduction of HPV vaccination for UK boys in 2018. Fast forward to now and he is one of the founders and Director of Global Action on Men’s Health that launched 10 years ago,...

“A true vocation calls us out beyond ourselves; breaks our heart in the process and then humbles, simplifies and enlightens us about the hidden, core nature of the work that enticed us in the first place.” David Whyte – Poet This quote came to mind, as I waded through my research, in preparation for my interview with Australian actress, writer and producer, Maria Angelico. It so beautifully illust...

Late last year I tuned into Andrew Huberman's Huberman Lab Podcast for one of the best 12 hours and 40 minutes of learning I’ve experienced in a long time. Dr. Paul M. Conti, a Stanford and Harvard trained psychiatrist has empowered the lives of many people around the globe, including Lady Gaga, Kim Kardashian and Tommy Hilfiger! Supported by legendary Huberman hosting, Paul presented the human co...