Tom Ahern

The Mind Mate Podcast

Society EN ↓ 225 episodes

The Mind Mate Podcast explores the human condition at the intersection of spirituality, philosophy and psychotherapy. Hosted by counsellor, psychotherapist and writer Tom Ahern, the podcast engages deeply with questions of meaning, anxiety, freedom, identity, death, love, and what it means to live authentically in the modern world.

Author

Tom Ahern

Category

Society

Podcast website

ahern.blog

Latest episode

Jan 30, 2026

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Episodes

#75 - Self discovery is KING 27.01.2020

I got to sit down with my good friend Bill to talk about all things mind related! Enjoy!

#74 - Explore the depths of your soul with Mac Rundle 23.01.2020

Mac speaks about his business, "Unrivalled Being". Then he speaks about meditation. and his experience during a Vipassana retreat!

#73 - Stefanos Sifandos WILL help you lean into who you are! 20.01.2020

Stefanos has been immersed in deep men’s empowerment work and the exploration of intimate and sacred relationships. Merging the best of eastern and western methodologies and philosophies to promote balance, union and power in life and love.  Using integrative techniques and methods, such as neural-empowerment, Shamanic Praxis, holotropic and biodynamic breath work, trauma release and integrat...

#72 - The cold WILL change your life with Wim Hof 09.01.2020

This was a legendary episode and something I just had to release on the mind mate podcast! A few years ago my good friend Bill Kerr and I got to sit down and chat with the legendary Wim Hof! He genuinely needs no introduction. I seriously hope you enjoy the show!

#71 - Every relationship needs these three things! 05.01.2020

In this episode of the podcast, my partner Siobhan and I sat down to chat with Sarah on her podcast 'Mind Gold'. We spoke about our personal experiences and lessons learned from our relationship as well as what the latest studies suggest to implement in order to lead a successful relationship. Much of my teachings have come from the Gottman Institute so if you are interested in relationship therap...

#70 - How understanding anxiety WILL help you 29.12.2019

It's important to take the time learning about how anxiety effects you. What does it tell you? What do you do because of it? When is it worse? When is it manageable? Do certain people trigger your anxious thoughts? Ask yourself why. Get to know yourself on this deep level. The more you understand, the better prepared you'll be. Get to know how your mind works. Diary writing doesn't just have to be...

#69 - How to develop a framework for your life 20.12.2019

Three things you need to know: where you are, where you want to be and how you're going to get there. In this workshop podcast episode, I break it down!

#68 - The suicide epidemic, and what to do about it with Nick Bracks 16.12.2019

"Nick Bracks has spent the past decade as a Passionate Advocate for Mental Health Issues, spreading his message all over the world. In line with his work in the entertainment industry; as an Actor and Personality, Nick uses his voice and platform to educate through mediums such as his training company, seminars, public awareness, supporting initiatives, and day to day conversations. Having conduct...

#67 - How to help those contemplating suicide with Kevin Briggs 09.12.2019

Kevin Briggs is a retired Sergeant with the California Highway Patrol. He is a trained and experienced speaker with the goal of raising awareness about mental health and wellness, crisis management, and suicide prevention.

#66 - The Mind Mate Initiation Program 16.11.2019

This program has officially launched and is very dear to my heart! It's what I would have loved when my mental health first took a turn for the worst. This is an eight-week program comprising of four main pillars: Pain, Myth, Hero and Dharma. The program is designed to help you cultivate greater self-awareness - understand why you are who you currently are - then design a new life based upon who y...

#65 - Recovery From Anxiety Disorders With Renee Tsatsis 10.11.2019

Renee Tsatsis is the ARCVic Helpline Co-ordinator. A bit about ARCVIC:  The Anxiety Recovery Centre Victoria (ARCVic) is a state-wide, specialist mental health organisation, providing support, recovery and educational services to people and families living with anxiety disorders. We aim to support and equip people with knowledge and skills that will build resilience and recovery and reduce th...

#64 - Waking Up With The Woke Blokes 03.11.2019

Introducing my chat with Nick Sutherland from Myndfit and Ryan Hassan from The Centre For Healing!  From The Centre For Healing:  At The Centre for Healing we pride ourselves in offering comprehensive programs which effectively help everyday people get to the cause and offer long-term recovery from addictions and mental health in a supportive and caring environment. Co-Founder Ryan Hassa...

#63 - The Art Of Non-Attachment With Vijay Ravikumar 28.10.2019

Vijay Ravikumar (Victorious Son of the Sun in Sanskrit) is the Float Guru. He is the being behind the revolutionary art of studying 'The Self' and "Transformation of Consciousness' using the sensory deprivation tanks. For over 3 years his passion has helped people to raise their consciousness and take their lives to a new magnification - in the areas that matter most: their inner peace, fulfilment...

#62 - Becoming A Mindful Man: Interview With Tyson Venebles 13.10.2019

The tables turned! Now it's my turn to be in the hot seat!

#61 - Meditation Is A Must! 06.10.2019

"Meditation is the practice of enduring psychological pain and discomfort. No matter how you do it, nothing could be more important." - Tom Ahern

#60 - Turning Men Into Heroes With Paul Glezer 01.10.2019

Paul has recently experienced fatherhood and all that it comes with it. He realised that it is a profound shift for many fathers and appreciates that many things change as a result of being a dad.   The first thing he noticed when his friends began to have children was that their health was the first thing to be sacrificed. This inspired him and his business partner Daniel to create Hero. A p...

#59 - Becoming Who You Were Born To Be With Elise Carr 22.09.2019

Another Mind Mate Podcast veteran is back! Elise Carr jumps on the show again and this time, it was in-person!  A bit about Elise (taken from her website):   "The blending of what I offer you is Like Psychology for the Soul in a modern world – honouring your physical, emotional, mental and spiritual layers; what has brought you thus far, where you are and, what needs healing, clearing an...

#58 - Mind Your Breath With Richard Burrows 15.09.2019

Richard Burrows is a corporate headhunter and former security intelligence professional who now works with high performing individuals seeking greater physical, mental and emotional resilience.  He has a wealth of experience operating in high-pressure and high-stakes situations and teaches a variety of breathing methods to ensure peak preparation, performance and recovery.

#57 - Think About Happiness Logically Mates! 08.09.2019

This is an excerpt from chapter two of my upcoming book, ‘A Seeker’s Path’. I recently followed the Dalai Lama on Instagram (100% get around the big man if you haven’t already) and couldn’t help but write about him. He seems so bloody jolly and, as the saying goes, “I’ll have what [he’s] having.” I came to realise that “what he’s having” took a long time for him to get. This is my take on mental h...

#56 - Learning To Open Your Heart With Erick Godsey 25.08.2019

2 x guest of the show, Mr. Erick Godsey returns for another cracking episode on The Mind Mate Podcast. I love going deep with this bloke but, this time, I wanted to hear more about who Erick is, day by day. We got into some of the things he's struggling with in life at the moment (we've all got them mates) as well as some of the more recent lessons he's learnt.  Within this, Erick spoke about...

#55 - Can MDMA Help Heal Trauma? 15.08.2019

“I think, when used correctly, MDMA could really help a lot of people. Maybe it could help those suffering from an existential crisis? Maybe it could help those that are struggling to find meaning in their lives. It’s not that we explicitly recognise a conscious will to live but we do have desires and incentives for the potential of self growth. We want to be better and when we struggle to find me...

#54 - Integrating Trauma With Michael Burge 10.08.2019

Michael Burge is Current Director of the Australian College of Trauma Treatment and has had over 25 years experience in psychology, counselling, education and training. Michael has published extensively both nationally and internationally in the field of PTSD, with a particular focus on psychosocial issues affecting Vietnam Veterans and their families.   He introduced PTSD treatment...

#53 - Purpose! And How To Find Yours: Me On The Mind Gold Podcast! 28.07.2019

I was lucky enough to be interviewed by Sarah and James from the Mind Gold podcast. We touched on a number of bizarre and legendary topics like getting probed by aliens, embracing fear, ways to find purpose and meaning as well as why challenges that cause physiological changes in the body are a one way ticket to happiness town. 

#52 - Heal Trauma With The Breath With Erin Telford 26.07.2019

Erin Telford is a Breathwork facilitator and healer, acupuncturist, Reiki Master, herbalist and a teacher of David Elliott's Level One Breathwork Healer Training. Her work guides people to look within, open their hearts and heal their relationship with themselves. Her group sessions, trainings and retreats empower her clients to connect to their innate wisdom so that they can find the answers...

#51 - How To Fulfil Your Potential With Tony Doherty 23.07.2019

Tony is the owner of Doherty’s Gyms around Australia, a highly sought after public speaker, interviewer, and media personality. Above all, he is a generous, humble and motivating individual. I love talking with him.  We head back into Tony's history including how he came from humble beginnings with a clear vision and how that vision became a reality, culminating in a befriending with Arnold S...

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