True Freedom

Why Purpose Feels So Hard to Find You've achieved the goals....built the business, raised the family, ticked the boxes you thought would make you happy. Yet somewhere underneath it all... there's a quiet question: Is this it? In this episode, Bodhi and Richard explore one of life's biggest questions: purpose. They unpack why so many successful men feel disconnected from it, and why purpose isn't s...

Why Your Analytical Mind Might Be Keeping You Stuck You've built the career. The business. The responsibilities. The life that looks successful from the outside. But underneath it...your mind never stops. Always thinking, solving, trying to stay one step ahead. In this episode, Bodhi and Richard explore why so many successful men become trapped in overthinking, and how the very mind that help...

The Fear of Being Found Out: Why Success Doesn’t Feel Like Freedom You’ve built the life. The business. The reputation. The results. But underneath it… there’s a quiet fear: What if they realise I’m not who they think I am? In this episode, Bodhi and Richard unpack the fear of being found out - often labelled imposter syndrome - and why it’s so common among high-performing men. What you’...

Understanding the Inner Critic: A Path to True Freedom You’ve built success on the outside. But inside… there’s a voice that never switches off. In this episode, Bodhi and Richard unpack the Inner Critic  -   the internal dialogue driving pressure, self-doubt, and the constant feeling of “not enough,” even at the highest levels of success. What you’ll learn: What the inner critic actuall...

Why Success is the Most Sophisticated Trap: Understanding the Success Trap You’ve built the business. You’ve created the success. So why doesn it feel like enough? In this episode, Bodhi unpacks the Success Trap —the hidden pattern where achievement stops delivering fulfillment, and starts creating more pressure, anxiety, and disconnection. What you’ll learn: Why success often leads to dissatisfac...

In this final episode of SEASON 3 of the True Freedom Podcast, Bodhi and Richard complete their exploration of 'True Freedom'. This episode is all about the concept of INTEGRATION. The episode includes discussions around: - why integration is the bridge between knowledge and transformation - the real reason most men stay stuck—intellectual understanding without applic...

In this ninth episode of SEASON 3 of the True Freedom Podcast, Bodhi and Richard continue to explore the topic of 'Freedom Now...'. This episode is all about the concept of COMMITMENT & CHOICE. The episode includes discussions around: - why true freedom begins with full commitment, not half-hearted effort - the difference between being a passenger or a participant in y...

In this eighth episode of SEASON 3 of the True Freedom Podcast, Bodhi and Richard continue to explore the topic of 'Freedom Now...'. This episode is all about the concept of the NEW PARADIGM - a new way of viewing your reality. The episode includes discussions around: - the key difference between the old and new paradigm—and why it changes everything - how the drama triang...

In this seventh episode of SEASON 3 of the True Freedom Podcast, Bodhi and Richard explore the third topic of Freedom Now. This begins with the concept of ATTENTION. The episode includes discussions around: -  why attention is your greatest asset and how to reclaim it - how childhood experiences fragmented your presence - the real reason most men can’t enjoy success, even when...

In this sixth episode of SEASON 3 of the True Freedom Podcast, Bodhi and Richard explore the topic of Freedom is... UNDERSTANDING THE FEMININE. The discussion covers the Five A's ... Attunement, Awareness, Appreciation, Acceptance and All In. It includes discussions around: - why the feminine often feels unseen in relationships - how masculine presence creates emotional safety - the dang...

In this fifth episode of SEASON 3 of the True Freedom Podcast, Bodhi and Richard explore the topic of Freedom is... EGO & AUTHENTICITY. The discussion covers: - why most men mistake their mask for their true self - the 5 layers that block authenticity (and how to reclaim it) - how your ego defends you — but also keeps you stuck - why embodiment matters more than saying the right...

In this fourth episode of SEASON 3 of the True Freedom Podcast, Bodhi and Richard explore the topic of Freedom is... our TRUE SELF. The discussion covers: - why true freedom is our natural state — not something we earn - how childhood wounds create the cage of "not good enough" - the power of choice: love or fear, moment by moment - why freedom starts with responsibility, not blame - rem...

In this third episode of SEASON 3 of the True Freedom Podcast, Bodhi and Richard explore the topic of Freedom from TRIGGERS. The discussion covers: - what triggers really are – emotional reactions tied to subconscious meaning-making - how past wounds and limiting beliefs fuel our present-day reactivity - a 3-step process to transform triggers: awareness, acknowledgment, and emotional mov...

In this second episode of SEASON 3 of the True Freedom Podcast, Bodhi and Richard explore the topic of Freedom from CONTROL. The discussion covers: - How control stems from childhood experiences and a lack of safety - The masculine burden of micromanaging life to feel secure - The distinction between healthy certainty and fear-based control - How presence and nervous system regulation sh...

In this first episode of SEASON 3 of the True Freedom Podcast, Bodhi and Richard explore the topic of Freedom from ATTACHMENT. The discussion covers: -  Attachment and Personal Freedom in Men's Lives  - Embracing Vulnerability for a Passionate Life  - Nature, Reflection, and Mastery in Growth  - Detachment and Surrender in Life  - Forgiveness, Self-Reflection, an...

In this overview of SEASON 3 of the True Freedom Podcast, Bodhi and Richard briefly explore the topic for this season - True Freedom. The discussion covers: Who this podcast is for Freedom is the key driver of the Masculine What is True Freedom? Exploring 'Freedom From', 'Freedom To', and 'Freedom Now' How are you participating in the change of each moment? The True Freedom podcast is fo...

In this BONUS episode of the True Freedom Podcast, Bodhi and Richard explore the topic Distraction to Presence. The discussion covers: What is Distraction? The addiction of Distraction. What is Presence? Why is it beneficial as a partner, a parent and a leader? How do you become more Present? The True Freedom podcast is for male leaders as they navigate the journey of what it means to be...

In this episode of the True Freedom Podcast, Bodhi and Richard explore the topic Truth. The discussion covers: What is truth? What do we learn about truth as kids? How does that impact us now as Adults. What are our fears around telling the truth? What holds us back.... because we know the truth will set us free... The True Freedom podcast is for male leaders as they navigate the jo...

In this episode of the True Freedom Podcast, Bodhi and Richard explore the topic of The Hamster Wheel. The podcast episode explores the concept of shifting from a "have to" mindset to a "get to" mindset, emphasising the power of choice and taking full responsibility for one's life. The conversation delves into reframing language, choosing feelings, and breaking free from the "hamster wheel" o...

In this episode of the True Freedom Podcast, Bodhi and Richard explore the topic of Triggers in Relationships, with Bodhi defining a trigger as an external stimulus that provokes a strong emotional response. Even the most Zen of us get triggered on occasion and some of us spend a huge amount of time and energy in a triggered state. Why is this? What's going on with these triggers in our lives...

In this episode of the True Freedom Podcast, Bodhi and Richard explore the provocative topic of busyness is laziness. The discussion covers... - why excessive busyness is a form of laziness - the negative effects of busyness and solutions to solve it - an outcomes-based model for workplace success  - addressing multitasking, distractions, and productivity - daily self-reflection for effe...

In this episode of the True Freedom Podcast, Bodhi and Richard explore the topic of why some men are hesitant to do personal growth/development work on themselves and to get some support. The discussion covers... - the impact of male culture in Australia and the UK vs the USA, including tall poppy syndrome. - the connection between values, behaviour, and self-awareness, and the impo...

In this episode of the True Freedom Podcast, Bodhi and Richard explore the topic of resistance vs flow in life. The discussion covers... - the concept of resistance to life and the reasons behind it, including conditioning and fear of stepping out of comfort zones. - what flow actually means, how to know that you're in it and how to get there.  - the importance of stepping out of co...

In this episode of the True Freedom Podcast, Bodhi and Richard explore the topic of parenting teenagers, including: - the importance of setting boundaries and providing structure. - the concept of collaborative parenting and the need for connection, collaboration, compassion and curiosity towards teenagers' developmental phase. - the discussion also touches on the challenges and changes that come...

In this episode of The True Freedom Podcast, Bodhi and Richard explore the concept of masculine and feminine energies, emphasizing these energies are not inherently tied to gender. The discussion explores how both men and women can access traits associated with both energies, drawing on examples from neuroscience and nature. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding and inte...