The Stick Up with Russell Manser

Muay Thai Champion Paul Warren was always tough and strong, so after a decade of fighting he joined the Armed Forces. Little did he know that the resilience and discipline he gained from martial arts would help him survive when he stepped on an IED in Afghanistan. Founder of www.thevoiceofasurvivor.com Follow Russell on Instagram here and on TikTok here Buy Paul's book here Contact Paul here and f...

This week Russelll chats to journalist and author Tim Elliot from the Sydney Morning Herald about his new podcast, Inside the Tribe, which uncovers the brutal world of the Twelve Tribes cult. Founder of www.thevoiceofasurvivor.com Follow Russell on Instagram here and on TikTok here Listen to Inside the Tribe here Follow Tim on Instagram here See omny.fm/listener for privacy information. Hosted on...

Infamous gangster Ron Isherwood grew up with the Painters and Dockers mob in 70's Australia in a household where crime was life and violence was normal. Brutality and addiction became his world and prison was inevitable. Russell chats to Ron about how he escaped death many times and how he now helps others to overcome their addictions. Founder of www.thevoiceofasurvivor.com Follow Russell on Insta...

This week Russell shares his relief and thoughts on the recent death of Cardinal George Pell. He talks about his own experience of abuse, the life-changing ramifications, what survivors can do to move through the next few weeks and the questions around sentencing. Founder of www.thevoiceofasurvivor.com Follow Russell on Instagram here and on TikTok here See omny.fm/listener for privacy information...

This week Russell uncovers the jaw-dropping story of survival from Jason Hansford. At just 13 years old Jason had his first heroin hit, he was already trying to numb the trauma from a childhood of abuse and abandonment. Together Russell and Jason unpack the PTSD that comes from abuse and time in prison and the need for the unconditional love of a Father figure. They illustrate how severe childhood...

Before his first hit of heroin, Danny Shannon thought 'this is a bad idea'. He did it anyway and then spent the next two decades dealing with the repercussions. For more than a decade Danny has assisted others to move into a new life of happiness, like he did. Russell has turned to Danny for support on his own journey of rehabilitation and sobriety. In this episode the friends share thoughts on pr...

Growing up in Redfern's notorious 'Block' in the 80's Jeff Morgan was destined for a life of crime. At war with the police and living on the streets from a young age, Jeff did end up in prison, but that was where he formed a plan for the future. Founder of www.thevoiceofasurvivor.com Find Russell on Instagram here Find Russell on TikTok here Follow Jeff on TikTok , FB, Instagram and contact him he...

Debbie Kilroy was sentenced to 6 years in prison in 1989 for trafficking drugs. She witnessed her friend get murdered inside and was stabbed herself during the incident. While in prison she lost almost everything, but after extensive studies and her release on parole, she established Sisters Inside which advocates for the human rights of women in the criminal justice system. Founder of www.thevoic...

In this episode Russell is joined by his mate Mark Torrington, a huge Jeff Fenech fan, to chat about Fenech's Boxing World Championships, his famous friends and the way he united a nation at the young age of 20. Founder of www.thevoiceofasurvivor.com Find Russell on Instagram here Find Russell on TikTok here Follow Jeff on Instagram here Follow Mark on Instagram here See omny.fm/listener for priva...

In this raw conversation,  Shannon O'Connell, The Queen of Australian Boxing, reveals the harrowing experiences from her childhood, the trauma she lives with, how she got to the lowest-of-lows and how boxing and family helped her put herself together again.   Founder of www.thevoiceofasurvivor.com Find Russell on Instagram here Find Russell on TikTok here Follow Shannon on IG here See omny.fm/list...

In this candid and sensitive chat, Russell hears how decorated Queensland cop, public speaker and author Keith Banks, survived childhood abuse, the rigors of the beat in the 80's, being undercover for the drug squad, loss and so much more. Together they share how they have transformed themselves and how healing is possible. Founder of www.thevoiceofasurvivor.com Find Russell on Instagram here Find...

Renown brain surgeon Doctor Charlie Teo endured racism and bullying as a kid but grew to become one of Australia's most recognisable and successful neurosurgeons. This week Russell chats about tenacity and kindness with Dr Teo who is currently facing new challenges in his life and career. Founder of www.thevoiceofasurvivor.com Find Russell on Instagram here Find Russell on TikTok here Charlie Teo...

This week Russ sits down with ex Banditos Sergeant in Arms, Johnny 'Two Guns' Walker and they reflect on the harsh realities of prison, what a day in the life of Banditos boss looks like and how family were his true supporters. Founder of www.thevoiceofasurvivor.com Find Russell on Instagram here Find Russell on TikTok here See omny.fm/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...

In Part 2 of Russell's chat with former Olympian and World Title holding Australian boxer Danny Green, they discuss the epic rivalry between Danny and champion boxer Anthony Mundine, the crime adjacent world of boxing and how trauma needs to be part of the conviction conversation. Founder of www.thevoiceofasurvivor.com Find Russell on Instagram here Find Russell on TikTok here See omny.fm/listener...

Legendary former Australian professional boxer Danny Green, aka The Green Machine, chats to Russell about his childhood, those hard early fights, the lessons from along the way and representing his country at the 2000 Olympics. Founder of www.thevoiceofasurvivor.com Find Russell on Instagram here Find Russell on TikTok here See omny.fm/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.c...

Russell discovers the tough childhood experiences that shaped Volkan Turkyilmaz and how they contributed to his pathway of crime. In this honest and raw conversation you'll hear about the generational violence that shaped Volkan, how he had a surprise encounter with his dad in jail and how that changed everything. Founder of www.thevoiceofasurvivor.com Find Russell on Instagram here Find Russell o...

This week Russell hears the story of former professional boxer Nader 'Lionheart' Hamdan. Once ranked number two in the world behind Oscar De La Hoya, Nader shares his transition from street fighting as a kid to the discipline of the ring, and how respect and passion still fuel his goals. Founder of www.thevoiceofasurvivor.com Find Russell on Instagram here Find Russell on TikTok here   See omny.fm...

In this week's intimate and moving chat, Russell talks with Bronwen Healy, public speaker, pioneer and author. Her story, Trophy of Grace, tells of trauma, recovery, healing and the desire to help others. After turning her life around she founded the Hope Foundation a Brisbane based charity that helps women with addictions and/or in the sex industry.  Founder of www.thevoiceofasurvivor.com Find Ru...

In this rare interview with ex-underworld figure Mick Gatto, you'll hear about his love for his family, passion for charity and the life altering moments that saw him lose two sons, and end up in jail. Russell talks with a man who speaks his truth.  Founder of www.thevoiceofasurvivor.com Find Russell on Instagram here Find Russell on TikTok here See omny.fm/listener for privacy information. Hosted...

This week Russell chats with big wave rider, ex-drug syndicate mastermind and Bra Boy, Wayne Cleveland, about living in Housing Commission in Maroubra, his addiction to thrill chasing and how it all unravelled. Founder of www.thevoiceofasurvivor.com Find Russell on Instagram here Find Russell on TikTok here See omny.fm/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...

Russell met Mark Bouris at the airport by accident and an instant connection was made. In this week's conversation they honestly discuss vulnerability, the discipline of boxing and how his kids keep him real. Founder of www.thevoiceofasurvivor.com Find Russell on Instagram here Find Russell on TikTok here Mark Bouris' podcasts are Straight Talk and The Mentor See omny.fm/listener for privacy infor...

In this episode, former NRL player and Professional Boxer, turned mental health advocate Joe Williams , shares how he faced his demons and survived, what he's learned about his culture and how we need to stop looking at the criminal behaviour and start looking at the reasons why people offend.  Founder of www.thevoiceofasurvivor.com Find Russell on Instagram here Find Russell on TikTok here See om...

In this episode Russell chats to the legend, Paul Fleming, about his boxing career, Olympic dream and the fun of having six kids. Founder of www.thevoiceofasurvivor.com Find Russell on Instagram here Find Russell on TikTok here See omny.fm/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

TikTok introduced Russell to Garry Wright, but their similar stories bonded them. In this episode Garry shares with Russell how he came to live a life of crime, ended up in prison and addicted to drugs, but is now on track to build up his karma banks. Founder of www.thevoiceofasurvivor.com Find Russell on Instagram here Find Russell on TikTok here Find TikTok Garry here See omny.fm/listener for pr...

This week Russell talks to John Wayne "The Gunslinger" Parr, a retired Australian kickboxer and boxer, and owner of Boonchu Gym in Queensland. Russ refers to JWP as the 'Bradman' of Muay Thai, being a former 10-time World Champion.  After sharing the tough conditions training in a Thailand Muay Thai camp, John is joined by his daughter and professional boxer, Jasmine Parr. It's a fighting family a...