The Weekly Offload

Anna has lived through the kind of loss that could break anyone. After losing both her mum and dad, she spent years battling self-doubt, binge eating, and believing she wasn't good enough. But this isn't a story about becoming a victim—it's about taking back control. In this episode, Anna shares how she lost 65kg, healed the mindset behind her binge eating, discovered her calling in nursing, and l...

What happens when an Australian grows up in the Netherlands and falls in love with rugby league? In this episode, I sit down with The Leaguie to explore rugby league and life from a perspective that sits well outside the traditional Australian bubble. From starting out as just another fan with strong opinions to building a respected voice in the game and eventually achieving his goal of appearing...

This week, Mason is back after one of our most popular episodes, and he's brought along his Hyrox partner-in-crime, Ash. If you're still wondering what Hyrox actually is, don't worry—we get the boys to break it down in a way even we could understand. We dive into their training, competition experiences, what the sport means to them, and why Hyrox is attracting people from all walks of life. To mak...

We've finally got Shane off the bench and into the starting side for his full episode. A lot has changed since the days we first met. These days, Shane is a teacher a husband , a dad of three , and still a passionate Newcastle Knights supporter In a really honest conversation, Shane opens up about losing his mum and the difficult timing of her passing. He talks about not being angry at her, but an...

With State of Origin around the corner and the game on Wednesday night, it only felt right to bring this one forward… but this episode is about so much more than footy. Jamie opens up about some of the darkest periods of his life, dealing with anxiety and pressure that many people probably wouldn’t expect from someone who played on the biggest stage. We also dive into life after football, his podc...

Zoe first caught attention after shooting her shot on Australian Idol, but this episode goes far beyond music. She opens up about feeling different growing up, struggling to fit in at school despite being incredibly talented, and the pressure of being too hard on herself while trying to work out where she belongs in the world. We also speak about her close relationship with her grandma, feeling lo...

Matty was away in Townsville so here is our no.1 episode. Rugby League Guru joins me for a different kind of rugby league conversation. We dive into the making of the man behind the mic — from his journey as a teacher to becoming one of the most recognisable voices in rugby league. Head to Spotify for the full audio version. Apologies for the light in the intro. We talk timing, building a brand in...

In this episode, I sit down with Rachel to unpack a very different perspective on peptides — and why she’s not completely sold on the hype. We dive into what it’s like living with undiagnosed ADHD, how it shows up in everyday life, and how it’s shaped the way she approaches health, fitness, and decision-making. Rachel also shares her own competing journey, and how she went through it without fully...

Met Billy Bilbos at Prairiewood Swimming Pool after he dropped an absolute bomb off the side—water went everywhere, lifeguards probably reconsidered their career, and somehow… we were mates for life from that moment This ep of Call a Mate gets real though. Billy opens up about growing up not being the smartest kid in school, losing his dad young, and navigating some heavy stuff at home. The kind o...

Comedian Sam Zito jumps on for a wild one. We dive into the reality of being a comic—bombing on stage, chasing laughs, and the chaos that comes with it. From how he got started with We Swag On The Beat to some seriously questionable life stories… including sh*tting in a box. This one goes in some weird directions. At the core though—it’s about the idea that maybe no one’s actually “normal”… we all...

Brendan McCormack  is a nursing academic and internationally renowned nursing leader. Brendan speaks about coming out in his home country of Ireland and his rise to one of the best nurses in the world. Brendan's research focuses on person-centredness with a particular focus on the development of person-centred cultures, practices and processes. 

Over the next few weeks, I sat down with Sandor Earl for a series of conversations that go deeper than footy. In this episode, we talk about the moments that shape who you become as a man — from elite sport and stepping into the arena on Gladiators, to the controversy around peptides and what it’s like to be tested publicly. Sandor also shares a powerful perspective on how NRL players can become m...

Danny’s someone people think they’ve figured out… but I’ve always seen a completely different side. In this episode of Call A Mate, I reconnect with an old friend who’s lived a life most people wouldn’t expect — from growing up with a dad who literally showed up to school as a magician (and he didn’t even realise), to travelling the world working as a stripper and PT. But beyond all that, Danny’s...

With this podcast, the goal has always been to talk about everything — within reason. Nothing’s really off limits, as long as it’s an honest conversation. This episode, Noor opens up about taking peptides. Matty takes the opposing side, questioning whether it’s normal, necessary, or even worth it, while Noor shares his personal reasons and the positives from his perspective. It’s not about telling...

Are Bulldogs fans bandwagoners? What’s going on with Islander content creator world? The 6-again debate, changing rules, and everything in between—this one’s a no-holds-barred take on the weekend’s highlights and controversies

Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussion of childhood sexual abuse. This episode made me a bit emotional during and also think about all the poor children who experience something like this. I’ve known Julie for years — and sitting down to have this conversation with her wasn’t easy. Hearing someone you care about open up about something this heavy hits differently. Julie is a midwife, a...

What’s normal when you’ve been raised on 2AM starts and a relentless work ethic In this episode of Am I Normal?, Ngoc shares what it was like growing up with Asian immigrant parents running a café on the Central Coast — where hard work wasn’t a choice, it was just life. We get into the habits that shaped her, the discipline that stuck, and how that upbringing compares to how younger generations mo...

In this episode of Call A Mate, we dive into one of Peter’s all-time classic stories — his infamous tackle on Fairfield rugby league star Chris Smith. It’s the kind of story that still gets brought up years later, and for good reason. From there, we take a trip down memory lane, reflecting on the simpler days growing up in Fairfield — when MySpace was the peak of social media and life felt a whole...

In this episode of Am I Normal, I chat with “Queen V” from Survivor — and there’s a lot more to her than what you saw on screen. Outside the game, V is a record-breaking powerlifter and strength & conditioning coach, capable of lifting numbers that speak for themselves. But what stood out most in this chat wasn’t just her physical strength — it was her mindset. Her now-iconic line, “think abou...

In this first ever episode of Call A Mate, I give my old high school mate Shane Hill a ring. Life’s moved on a bit since those days — he’s now a teacher, a husband, a dad of three, and a loyal Newcastle Knights supporter. We chat about the strange guilt that can come with being a parent, what it’s like going from sitting in the classroom to teaching at the front of one, and how life changes as you...

Recorded at our new studio at Nations Merrylands— who provide a fantastic living space and are a big part of the community in Sydney’s west. Adam Issa is back by popular demand after his last episode hit  #2  on the charts 🔥 In this next chapter, Adam and Matty McCormick pick up where it left off — diving into the aftermath of a life-changing event, his experience competing, and the mindset that...

In this short episode I talk about the vision for the podcast in 2026, the types of shows and guests we will have will be honest which means they will be honest conversations.

In this Full-Length Special, Rugby League Guru joins me for a different kind of rugby league conversation. We dive into the making of the man behind the mic — from his journey as a teacher to becoming one of the most recognisable voices in rugby league. We talk timing, building a brand in the social media era, and what it actually takes to stay genuine when thousands of people think they know you....

In this episode, Wests Tigers forward Alex Twal joins us to talk about resilience, consistency, and what it really takes to stay ready week after week at NRL level. We get into his relationship with coach Benji Marshall, how he approaches preparation and expectations, and the mindset required to keep performing regardless of noise or circumstances. Alex also reflects on the long road that led to o...

It’s our first three-way in a while… relax, it’s just the pod. 🎙️ Jon & Mena are back at the table and what started as a catch-up might just turn into a regular thing — welcome to The Merrylands Round Table . This episode has everything: 🔥 First impressions vs reality — and how wrong we usually are 🌍 What it’s really like raising a family in a Muslim country 📢 Jon’s BIG announcement 🎯 Diag...