Shared Minds Podcast

We sit down with Pete Townsend, a Behavioral Advisory Teacher, to explore his incredible journey—from working with disengaged students and building resilience among troubled youth, to dying not once, but twice, and how it transformed his perspective on life. Pete shares his powerful firsthand experiences and offers invaluable insights on mental health, the power of routine, and the importance of s...

We wrap up our deep dive with Hank van der Merwe, as he opens up about his fascinating journey from growing up in South Africa to embracing life as a true blue Aussie. Hank shares his personal experiences, shedding light on the cultural differences between South Africa and Australia, and the challenges and rewards of adapting to a new life. It’s a powerful story of i dentity, change, and belonging...

We sit down with Hank van der Merwe, an internationally recognized leadership consultant, coach, and author, to explore the complex inner workings of the human mind. Hank dives into why our minds behave the way they do and offers powerful insights to help Liam address his OCD-related obsessions. With over 16 years of experience working with C-level executives across 26 countries, Hank brings a wea...

Liam and Kirby get real about the past six weeks—and it’s been a rollercoaster. From navigating a tough breakup to taking control of severe OCD and even Kirby’s wild bucks party in Cairns, nothing is off-limits. It’s raw, honest, and packed with lessons on resilience, growth, and embracing change. Like, follow, and subscribe to stay in the loop with all future episodes. Love yas! x

We sit down with Evan Stanley, a man who rewrote his life story—from the depths of addiction and drug dealing to building an unshakable mindset and a purpose-driven future. Evan’s transformation is nothing short of incredible, and he’s here to share hard-hitting lessons on resilience, perspective, and the power of change. This is a story of redemption you won’t want to miss. Leave a review and hit...

Liam and Kirby dive deeper into the powerful mantra, “Starve The Monster”, the game-changing mindset that helped Liam break free from OCD. They also open up about a recent personal event in Liam’s life—something he felt needed to be addressed before moving forward. This is one of our rawest, most personal episodes yet. Don’t forget to like, share, and follow to stay up to date with everything we h...

We sit down with Alan Hogg, a former police officer, to uncover the hidden mental health struggles within the Australian police force over the last 30 years. From the pressure of the job to the lasting impact on mental well-being, Alan shares raw and eye-opening insights from his time on the front lines. This is a conversation you won’t want to miss. Like, follow, and subscribe to stay updated on...

The Story Behind The Shared Minds Podcast : Liam & Kirby’s Mental Health Journey In this episode, we’re getting personal. Liam & Kirby open up about their own battles with mental health—the struggles, the turning points, and the journey that led them to create this podcast . It’s raw, real, and a reminder that you’re never alone in what you’re going through. If The Shared Minds Podcast has...

We’re answering your questions! We dive into some of the most important topics our listeners have asked about, including: How do you take control of your mental health? How can you tell when a friend is struggling? And so much more. This episode is packed with real talk, practical strategies, and the support you need to navigate life’s challenges. Don’t forget to hit follow so you never miss an ep...

In this episode we discuss Liam's wildest/craziest obsession's and compulsions. Ranging from his excessive ticks to sleep walking off balconies and much much more! We hope you enjoy. Don't forget to subscribe for more episodes weekly!

In this episode we explain who we are, the struggles we deal with daily and why we are doing. Liam explains his false memory OCD, autism and a couple of other things. Kirby talks about what it is like being on the other side of the mental health battle while also talking about his anxiety. Enjoy!