The Ridiculously Human Podcast

Kriss Berg, is just the type of man that the world needs more of! He epitomises the notion of being morally, spiritually and physically anabolic! He is the owner of a $15M portfolio of ecom businesses and also has multiple car wash locations. He uses nifty loop holes to reduce his tax bill to almost zero income tax. He shares a lot of his secrets on Twitter and in his weekly Newsletter, but in this Podcast we take things a layer deeper and draw out his life lessons, advice and worldviews. Cracker of a show and legend bloke. Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: Good immigrant stories Importance of helping fellow humans  3 critical life skills Leading through action How to keep your kids grounded Road trip memories Exploring boredom as kids Recording your stream of consciousness Planning ‘thinking time’ Jobs all kids should do Importance of soft skills Wild business stories Advice to new entrepreneurs with no capital  Start-up cultures ‘big problem’ Dealing with adult loneliness Maintaining friendships as adults Listening better and asking deeper questions Psychedelics and retreats Setting intentions Letting your mind play Finding clarity in life I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Kriss Berg:  Website - Breakthrough Website - Tax Free Twitter Newsletter - Sign-Up Discussion Links   The Dorién Gap Crush The Memory  Habitat for Humanity Jefferson County Sewerage Scandal People Discussed Erik Kaiser Adam Rossi Music By Matthew Parker   Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review:  Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | Follow Podcast on:  FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn |

Chris Hellgeth, is a high school dropout, who turned a 10 cent cigarette sale into a $100MM/yr gas distribution business. He has enjoyed the absolute highs of being successful and also endured the absolute lows of going broke. Having his kids come home with no report card due to school fees not being paid and his wife’s credit card being rejected when buying groceries, are moments which defined him and made him the comeback king. He spends a lot of his time these days teaching and talking all things gas, convenience stores and real estate. Chris is an absolute legend of a man, who shares a mountain of life and business advice in this conversation. Not to be missed! Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: Being a Twitter celeb  An ability to read the room Balancing life, family, business Being a present father Living in ’the middle’ Finding your tribe online School being a waste of time Losing confidence in school Always being a people person Having a chip on your shoulder Keeping your kids grounded  Teachings of Randy Unique employee hiring tactics Ruthless business Going completely broke Solid advice for Entrepreneurs  I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Chris Hellgeth:  Twitter YouTube Music By Matthew Parker   Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review:  Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | Follow Podcast on:  FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn |

Adam Rossi, is the type of man you want leading a country. He is a Philomath, with a well rounded knowledge and expertise, and that makes him a highly interesting person to be around. He’s experienced an extraordinarily successful career and is highly altruistic about our next generation.  Mostly, he is a Husband and Dad with 3 great kids.  Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: Entrepreneurship in the 90s How your kids are sponges The best way to lead Learning social skills as an introvert A life-changing trajectory Being altruistic about the next generation Ideologies impacting society Isolating effect of technology Advice to young Founders Trade-off for success  Managing big life transitions Dark-side of social media The influence of internal dialogue Is tertiary education a necessity? I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Adam Rossi:  Website Twitter LinkedIn Discussion Links   Virginia Tech University Virginia Tech Engineering Team Apex Entrepreneurship Center LawnStarter The Strangest Secret - Earl Nightingale Music By Matthew Parker   Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review:  Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | Follow Podcast on:  FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn |

I’m a huge fan of people who ‘experiment’ with their lives to find out what they want to do Alex Moore is the epitome of someone getting after it.  He is a different person compared to when he first appeared on the Podcast a few years  ago. Finding someone with not just one, but two jobs they love is incredible! Let this man inspire you to make changes in your life! Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: Taking calculated risks on yourself The Renaissance of the Men's Movement Cycles of Humanity Importance of Men’s Groups Maori healers How your body holds pain Metaphysical body blockages Benefits of a supportive wife Women’s needs in relationships  What is Nice Guy Syndrome? Nice Guy covert contracts Importance of masculine energy Are you a “Bad Receiver” Nice Guy tendencies David Goggins tool set Why we need Accountability Nice Guy recovery I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Alex Moore:  Website Instagram LinkedIn LinkTree Integration Nation Buffalos Food Truck Discussion Links   Maori Healer - Hona Hona Wim Hof Dairy Queen 75 Hard People Discussed Dr Robert Glover Chris Williamson Andy Frisella Books Mentioned Man Uncivilized by Traver Boehm Music By Matthew Parker Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review:  Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | Follow Podcast on:  FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn |

Dr. Glover can be considered one of the GOATs in the Men's Work Movement.   He is the Author of the edgy, No More Mr Nice Guy. With topics that can be hard to handle if you have ‘Nice Guy’ tendencies He has 40 years of expertise in bettering men and improving their relationships with themselves.  A conversation with a man of this calibre is something I cherish.  Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: How he became the GOAT of helping men Falling out with the church Why you should start saying “Yes” What is a mans highest purpose Do you believe in fate? Needing faith to believe in your fate Greatest reason for human suffering Why everything is about love Benefits of men’s groups Getting your energy levels charged What is Nice Guy syndrome? Social Media is feminine energy Being intentional with Social Media How to face your fears I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Dr Robert Glover:  Website YouTube   Discussion Links   Integration Nation Rhythmia, Costa Rica   People Discussed Alex Moore Chris Williamson   Books Mentioned No More Mr Nice Guy - Dr Robert Glover The Big Stick - Dr Robert Glover Slaughterhouse Five - Kurt Vonnegut The Way of the Superior Man - David Deida Passionate Marriage - Dr David Snarch The Wisdom of No Escape - Pema Chodron The Road Less Traveled - Scott Peck Iron John - Robert Bly Irrational Male - Rollo Tomassi The Game - Neil Strauss   Music By Matthew Parker   Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review:  Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | Follow Podcast on:  FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn |

Jeremy Meeks aka Shiver King is not your average type of man. He quits things he enjoys. He starts things he doesn’t enjoy. This strategy is a recipe for sensational personal growth. His life was work, booze, smoking, watching sports….on repeat. Until he had that aha awakening moment and realised his life was flashing before him. A promise to walk his dogs everyday, turned into him running ultra-marathons. Running in -40 degree celsius is not unusual for him. He is built different. Channelling his addictive personality and traits into a different realm of alignment is changing his life and inspiring many others to join him. This is the pep talk you need! Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: The Time Travelling Tool Time wasted watching sport Losing friends due to your own growth Starting a Weed free support group Dreams returning after stopping marijuana Lessons managing an online community  Losing his daughter  Slipping into bad habits Best advice to give up addictions A life changing promise he made to his dogs Why addicts are special people The anti-mentor Meeting up in real life with digital friends I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Jeremy Meeks:  Twitter Discussion Links   Tribal Training Prairie on Fire Backyard Ultra People Discussed David Goggins Jocko Willink Rich Roll Books Suggestions Extreme Ownership - Jocko Willink Music By Matthew Parker   Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review:  Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | Follow Podcast on:  FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn |

Gaby Vivas is an exceptional human with an incredible story to share. Growing up under the regime in Venezuela was something a great novelist would struggle to think up. Her reality was so far removed from anything you would have heard and no doubt experienced yourself. She left home at 18 without telling her parents or friends.  These days, she is a globetrotting entrepreneur teaching people languages and how best to live a sovereign lifestyle. Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: Growing up in Venezuela Current Venezuelan salary is $4 Is there hope for Venezuela’s future? Brokenness of Venezuelan society Information control of Government  Close confrontations with Military An Exchange student in France Being unable to afford chicken  Leaving Venezuela without telling parents An 83 year old mentor who changed her life Being introduced to Bitcoin What it’s like living in Russia Lessons from Russian culture Growing her own language school Strategies to learn a new language  Language v Mathematical brain The beauty expressed in languages I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Gaby Vivas:  Portuguese - Website Spanish - Website Twitter Instagram FaceBook LinkTree Discussion Links   Rotary Cognitive Science People Discussed Hugo Chavez  Nicolás Maduro Books Mentioned Alter Ego Effect - Todd Herman Music By Matthew Parker   Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review:  Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | Follow Podcast on:  FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn |

Brad Smith started selling garden benches when he was 15 years old. A life-changing car accident taught him one of his greatest life and business lessons. Brad and his wife are business partners and also homeschool their kids. They are a powerful couple, who are complete opposites in many aspects, and that’s why they operate so well together. A serial entrepreneur and seasoned coach with hands-on experience in launching, growing, and successfully building several companies.  Recognising that the digital landscape can be daunting, Brad has coached over 5,000+ business owners & nonprofits on how to achieve online success. This conversation was a true blend of life and business and a cracking Podcast to kick off 2024 Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: A life changing car accident Pivoting in life and business Why mentorship is important Your wife as a business partner Diverse personality types in business Honest communication with your kids Advice for Homeschooling Challenges building businesses Nurturing the entrepreneurial spirit Teaching kids the value of money Taking Social Media breaks Negative consequences of doom scrolling  Removing toxic friends Need for tough conversations Leading through action Faith based leadership Becoming an online educator Relationship marketing 101 I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Brad Smith:  Website Twitter Facebook Instagram YouTube LinkedIn TikTok People Discussed Taylor Swift Dan Martell Alex Hormosi Music By Matthew Parker   Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review:  Apple Podcasts | Spotify | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | Follow Podcast on:  FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn | TikTok |

Fascinating lessons I have learned this year from speaking to amazing people. LESSON 1: The importance of Campfires and Storytelling LESSON 2: Working on such a meaningful project with a friend provides a richness and deepness that is difficult to describe. Pretty much all good things must come to an end and that closure is an important part of any cycle LESSON 3: You find Purpose through taking action and doing things LESSON 4: Distinguishing between the Mind, Body, and Spirit….and understanding their interconnectedness LESSON 5: Most people are walking around with Trauma from birth, that they have no idea about LESSON 6: The importance of having deep conversations with your parents LESSON 7: How your passion and the energy you transmit is infectious LESSON 8: How our stated preferences don’t follow through with our revealed preferences LESSON 9: The benefits of being a tenacious Go-Getter and why you should use your trauma to propel you forward LESSON 10: The Four Burners Theory and being self-aware of your energy LESSON 11: Importance of playing hard as an adult LESSON 12: Fame does not last forever and you need to remain humble and grounded LESSON 13: Taking back your sovereignty, and question and research everything you put into and on your body LESSON 14: How disconnected we have become from nature and forgotten how to raise and grow our own food LESSON 15: Accepting the impermanence of everything LESSON 16: There is absolutely no point in worrying LESSON 17: You can do anything you put your mind to LESSON 18: Treat your talent as a daily commitment LESSON 19: Be Authentically Unprofessional LESSON 20: Comfort is a Gateway to Dependency LESSON 21: Meditate on your desired life ---------------------------------------- Find out more here: www.ridic-human.com Episode Link: https://ridic-human.com/podcast/gareth-martin-21-lessons/  

We have a choice to be the victim of our surroundings, or to fly and create new pathways. Even though she had the baggage of childhood trauma and negative subconscious beliefs about herself, Edi Csanalosi had the tenacity and bravery to always choose the path less travelled.  Suffering from poor health and a stressful lifestyle, culminating with conventional medicine failing her, Edi was inspired to go on her WELLTH journey.  Being told to live with her symptoms of IBS and panic attacks. She knew there was something better out there. These days, Edi is an expert Neuroscience Trainer and Coach, advising individuals and companies on the best way to get the most vitality and performance from their employees using a combination of eastern traditions and western neuroscience. Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: A life-changing operations at 8 years old Not being able to cry for 9 months Drawing about death The current spiritual renaissance Fighting with siblings Finding Buddhism Why to not make assumptions Being honest with yourself Growing up in Communism Realising you have a bigger calling in life Why people go back to old habits Being addicted to misery When business ideas don’t go to plan A life-shifting astrology report Science of Meditation and it’s benefits Meditating with 8,100 people Reflecting and judging others Survival v Creation mode I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Edi Csanalosi:  Website Instagram LinkedIn Course -  The Seven Energy Centers of Highly Effective People  Discussion Links   NLP Hypnotherapy Inner Child Work Buddhism The River of Change IBS  Adrenal Burnout Joe Dispenza Walking Meditation Shumann Resonance Neuro Change Solutions Consultant Heart Math People Discussed Joe Dispenza Bruce Lipton Books Mentioned Becoming Supernatural - Joe Dispenza Music By Matthew Parker   Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review:  Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | Follow Podcast on:  FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn |

Chris Boettcher is the eldest of 4 brothers, so competitiveness and rivalry is second nature to him. Talent is definitely not lacking in his physiology. He is a former college basketball player turned track athlete, and also a 10x Ironman Finisher! As a doctor of Physical Therapy, his background allows him to draw from extensive experience working with the sickest patients to the highest level athletes, helping them to achieve greater health quality and lifespan. Recently, he co-founded "Brother 2 Brother," a community health and wellness program for men. Providing them with the tools and structure to develop a mindset for long term success. Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: The dilemma of not enjoying social media but having 122k Twitter followers What it’s like growing up as 4 brothers Is having a 3rd kid, easier or harder? The positive influence of stay at home parents Homeschooling Lessons since becoming a father Why boredom is important Importance of journalling Transforming away from a high anxiety type person How Covid positively shifted his mindset and lifestyle Men’s lack of self-belief How your unhealthy lifestyle is holding you back Going from Doctor to Men’s group facilitator/coach Niching down to find your audience Unlearning what you’ve been taught Competing in 10 Ironman’s Top lessons from endurance sports Why it is important to do hard things Seeking discomfort for growth Brother 2 Brother Men’s Group Why Dad’s get left behind What are men generally struggling with? The benefits of community Reducing anxiety in your life Advice on improving sleep I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Chris Boettcher:  Website Twitter People Discussed Stephen Curry Michael Jordan Music By Matthew Parker   Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review:  Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | Follow Podcast on:  FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn |

Steven Murray is a fearless go-getter.  His whole life, whether it be business, sport, or adventure, he has had relentless ambition and always grabbed the bull by the horns to make the most of his opportunities. That doesn’t mean he hasn’t had his fair share of struggles and ups and downs, like you and me. However, he has generally taken the time to self-reflect, be honest with himself and continually looked to evolve from the lessons and challenges that life has thrown at him. Steve has achieved immense success in his endeavours, especially working for a start-up unicorn and then having the aspiration and courage to break-away with his own spinoff of the company. This conversation was sharing information and wisdom on a vulnerable and raw level. I loved this chat and am fascinated by how Steven’s brain works and what he has to say. Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: Growth Mindset Playing the long game Being a visual learner Importance of Storytelling Living unfiltered worldviews through kids Being authentically unprofessional Ask questions respectfully Advice from mentors Does your drive match your ambition Being open to feedback Life changing escapes in life Why you must back yourself Your 3 personality types Why men are risk takers Male communication vs female communication Being a CEO at 32 years old Managing stress effectively Steven’s Show - his new Podcast What energy do you hold? Parents influence on their kids I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Steven Murray:  Twitter Spotify Instagram Medium LinkedIn Discussion Links   Transkei People Discussed Ryan Hawell Rose Radford Books Mentioned The Little Prince - Antoine De Saint-Exupéry Wonder - R.J. Palacio Music By Matthew Parker   Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review:  Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | Follow Podcast on:  FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn |

Sometimes you have to step back in admiration at what your friends have achieved. There is nothing better than feeling proud of a friend who is literally worldclass at their chosen art. Darryn Eggleton, is an old school friend of mine, who draws and paints the most magnificent life-like wildlife art. His story of becoming a fine artist is one of pure hard work and believing in himself and his amazing talent. Littered with plenty of ups and down, self-doubt, but also life-changing moments.  It’s an honour to sit down with Darryn and hear about his story and how he became the master he is. Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: Reminiscing our High School years How he became an artist How he honed his artistic skills Why he spends most of his time painting an animals eyes Rebelliousness How art helps define and shape society Why our systems destroy creativity Treating your talent as a daily commitment His first commissioned painting What gave him his self belief A life changing trajectory moment The primitiveness of the African bush Dealing with rejection Working hard to define your ambition Using feedback to define your style His painting process Dealing with distractions The flow state of painting Dealing with isolation Making a living as a full-time artist Understanding colour is the essence of fine art I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Darryn Eggleton:  Website Instagram Discussion Links   National Gallery, London Nature in Art Museum, Gloucester Leopard Creek Golf Estate Clarendon Fine Art Steal Like An Artist, Austin Kleon Music By Matthew Parker   Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review:  Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | Follow Podcast on:  FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn |

Some people have mental grit….and then there is Toni Enderli. An unassuming character, doing herculean things. Accomplishing feats, very few humans would even contemplate doing. He certainly is an endangered rare breed of man, doing tough things, pushing physical and mental boundaries. The magic and growth happens at the edges of our comfort zones, something which Toni is not shy of testing! As an extreme ocean swimming athlete, Toni has conquered some of the world’s most daring swimming feats, including the gruelling English Channel (38km) and Hawaii’s treacherous Molokai Channel (42km). Choosing to swim in a Speedo, a swim cap, and goggles, he is the only athlete to have achieved a staggering 30 Robben Island crossings, in ice-cold 13C water! Toni is the real deal and such a nice, humble bloke. It’s a privilege to speak and learn from someone pushing the limits of life and adventure.  Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: How 2008 Credit Crunch deflated his ego Ice Swimming Training for the Robben Island swim How to train for cold water swimming Advice for ocean swimming How to channel your mindset Getting rid of fear gremlins Your “Why” is what is important in life Finding emotional synchronicity  Lessons from swimming the English Channel Is swimming an individual sport? Night time Ocean swimming…! Chilling with Sharks, Dolphins, Jellyfish Swimming Molokai - 45km swim! Mental fortitude required for long distance swimming Transferable lessons from pushing physical limits Importance of movement Beginning your day with exercise  Benefits of cold water exposure You can do anything you put your mind to Ditching energy suckers from your life I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Toni Enderli:  Website Facebook Instagram YouTube LinkedIn   Discussion Links   Robben Island Swim Ice swimming championships  Swim for Rivers   People Discussed Ryan Stramrood Linda Kaiser   Music By Matthew Parker   Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review:  Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | Follow Podcast on:  FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn |

Few people have the mental strength and positive outlook on life like Oscar Chalupsky. We can all do ourselves a favour and take a leaf out of his book. His sporting prowess is comparable to many greats in sport. He is a multiple-times global surfski champion, having won the internationally famous Molokai to Oahu World Surfski Marathon championships a record twelve times. In 2019, he was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, an incurable bone marrow cancer and told he had six months to live. A combination of medical treatment, exercise, iron determination and unconquerable optimism, he has defied every doctor’s prediction to date and is still going strong and competing in races around the world. It’s a huge privilege for me to have such a raw and fun conversation with a man like Oscar. Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: Balance between competing in sport and growing a career Competing in sports with low cash prize money Different perceptions people have of you What it’s like being a polarising person People confusing confidence and arrogance Why networking and sharing your story are important Why you should speak about your problems Can Sportsmanship be taught? Why planning is your key to success What it’s like being a jack of all trades Not dwelling on the past Tools to help you worry less Respect people, but don’t idolise them Stop saying “You Can’t” Sacrifices it takes to be best in the world Winning Molokai at 49 years old Helping grow the Dusi Canoe Marathon Doing Business with Integrity Managing life with Bone Marrow Cancer Maintaining lifetime self-belief Future goals of Paddling a 100ft wave I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Oscar Chalupsky:  Website YouTube Instagram FaceBook Twitter LinkedIn   Oscars Book - No Retreat, No Surrender Discussion Links   Surf Lifesaving Ironman Texan Race / PE2EL Challenge Molokai Surfki Race Apartheid, South Africa Dusi Canoe Marathon Nazaré, Portugal - Big Wave People Discussed Naas Botha Clive Barker Dr Khumalo Music By Matthew Parker   Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review:  Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | Follow Podcast on:  FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn |

In this day and age, I think it’s more important than ever to have each other’s backs. There is too much individualism and we seem to have forgotten how strong we can be together.  I take great pride in sharing my friends' successes and ventures. Ryan and I, have been friends since our first day of high school, almost 30 years ago!! We now find ourselves as two long haired, spiritual, hippie type of blokes exploring and experimenting with our reconnection to nature and her elements. Ryan is one of the best storytellers I know. I love how his brain and mind works. So much value shared in this chat. Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: Miami’s full moon sacrosanct experience Forties midlife crisis Growing long hair Stretchy list - 100 things to do Why note taking is important John Maxwell DISC Assessment Your public, private and under pressure personalities Inner child work Identifying suppressed energy How patterns repeat in our lives Why fear is holding you back Our Amazon jungle ayahuasca experience Kambo and Bufo plant medicines Accepting the impermanence of everything How the egg choses the sperm All about Earth Medicines Miami When is the right time for plant medicine? Good and bad spirits on earth Love being the highest frequency Do we start living when we die? I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Ryan Hawell:  Website Instagram Discussion Links   John Maxwell, Coaching Certification Ayahuasca Psilocybin Kambo Bufo 5-MeO-DMT People Discussed Jim Rohn Gareth Pickering Zach Bush Andrew Huberman Books Mentioned Becoming Supernatural - Joe Dispenza The Surrender Experiment - Michael A Singer The Untethered Soul - Michael A Singer Books Suggestions The Alchemist - Paulo Coelho The Power of Now - Eckhart Tolle Music By Matthew Parker Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review:  Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | Follow Podcast on:  FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn |

Gubba is a 5th generation homesteader. Her forebears eked out a grim existence on the windswept, barren prairies, where they established the largest sheep and cattle operations in their regions. In 2021, she left city life for the country, and began her own homesteading journey. On her farm, she grows vegetables in the garden, nurtures animals in the pastures, hand-pumps water from the well, and warms her house with wood from a nearby forest. Everything is pesticide free. Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: Making moisturiser out of beef tallow Making homemade sunscreen Being fooled by nutrition propaganda Soil Health Crop Rotation A functioning farm without pesticides The versatility of dandelions The frequency of fabrics Knowledge from local communities Everything about homesteading Spreading good vibes through community The current spiritual awakening Importance of decentralisation Food storage - how to do canning Fermentation - The Ins and Outs Sourdough bread and starters Gubba’s experience of Beekeeping Lessons learnt from Bees The benefits of raw milk Americana chickens and blue eggs Different chicken types Benefits of raised garden beds The health of your water Biggest challenges of running a farm Advice to begin homesteading I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Gubba:  Website Gubba Podcast Twitch FaceBook YouTube Instagram Twitter Discussion Links   Beef Tallow Moisturiser Recipe Carcinogenic Biggest Little Farm Restoring Soil Health Burkey water filter People Discussed Darin Olien Books Mentioned Fatal Conveniences Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance Books Suggestions The Brothers Karamazov The Count of Monte Cristo Music By Matthew Parker   Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review:  Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | Follow Podcast on:  FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn |

Darin is hands-down one of the nicest and most genuine blokes out there, it’s a huge privilege for me to be able to sit down and speak with a man like himself. Darin has spent nearly 20 years exploring the planet discovering new and underutilised exotic foods and medicinal plants as a Superfood hunter. Developing many businesses and health products as a result. He is also the co-host of the Emmy™ Award Winning, #1 Netflix docu-series, Down to Earth with Zac Efron. Darin curiously explores people, solutions, and health as well as life’s Fatal Conveniences. Uncovering modern-day flaws and challenges undermining our health and our environment. Specifically when it comes to the insane amount of damaging toxins in our everyday environment. This conversation is going to seriously open your eyes. GET READY! Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: What it’s like losing everything you own Re-building from ground zero Allowing yourself to grieve Why it’s a practise to speak openly and vulnerably Taking risk vs your safety net Communicating in the heat of the moment What is a Fatal Convenience? The invisible radiation emitted by cellphones 80,000 new chemicals released annually into the environment Detrimental health impact of daily toxin exposure Toxins found in everyday products EMF exposure is slowly killing us Dangers of ultra-processed foods Cancer causing aluminium in deodorant  Clean up your drinking water Taking back your sovereignty Importance of community building Farmer suicide rates Glyphosate in soil causing cancer Our divorce from nature Hope and solutions I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Darin Olien:  Website Podcast - The Darin Olien Show Instagram Facebook YouTube Books Mentioned   Count Down by Dr. Shanna Swan Sicker, Fatter, Poorer by Dr. Leo Trasande People Discussed Paul Chek Andrew Huberman Robin O'Brien Books Suggestions Fatal Conveniences Music By Matthew Parker   Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review:  Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | Follow Podcast on:  FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn |

Corné Krige, is a former South African Springbok rugby captain. These days he is a family man and a successful business owner. Corné played professional rugby for Western Province, the Cape Town Stormers, and Northampton Saints, having retired in the 2004-2005 season.  Corné now runs an outdoor advertising company with his wonderful wife, Justine. What struck me was how someone who has achieved such immense success and elevation in society, manages to remain so humble. This conversation was an honour for me. Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: What it's like being a rugby spectator now His mentors as a youngster The importance of male teachers for boys in schools Punishment vs Correction What does it feel like being Springbok Captain? Being a father equals being a leader Advice for fathers to be a good leader What it’s like meeting Nelson Mandela Experience of playing his first game as a Springbok Losing 53-3 to England Truths about Kamp Staaldraad Transitioning from Professional sports to normal civilian Staying humble and grounded Going big too soon in business Reinventing yourself Why Upskilling is a necessity Public speaking training - Story to Stage Debunking Motivation 5am Club Vulnerability as a strength  I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Corné Krige:  Website LinkedIn FaceBook Instagram Twitter Discussion Links   Springboks  Craven Week Kamp Staaldraad Paarl Boys High Story to Stage - Professional Speaking Mentorship Program Northampton Saints The Right Place At The Wrong Time - Corné Krige People Discussed Herschelle Gibbs Hansie Cronje Tiaan Strauss Nelson Mandela Joe Van Niekerk Andre Venter Rich Mulholland Books Suggestions The Monk Who Sold his Ferrari - Robin Sharma David and Goliath - Malcolm Gladwell Music By Matthew Parker   Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review:  Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | Follow Podcast on:  FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn |

Don, is what you can call an Internet Friend. Something which has become quite common for me over the last few years. Don Hickman, is an inspiring father, encouraging other father’s to step into their roles and be as present and playful with their children as much as possible. He also believes that the world needs a wake up call. Standards are falling and acceptance of mediocrity is seeping into more facets of our lives everyday. Truth is being intentionally hidden and complacency is running rampant. Human beings are not living up to their full potential and leading purpose-filled lives, full of happiness, success, and positivity.  Don is on a mission to confront these unpleasant truths and empower individuals to live their best lives possible and build a better future for those after us. Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: Internet Friends Importance of playing hard as an adult Why kids need play as an outlet Struggling with introversion Overcoming social anxiety Building up from hitting rock bottom Intrinsic motivation Stop caring what people think Confidence and Optimism Getting stuck in negative news cycles Greatest lessons as a father Advice for people on the fence about having kids Tools to have tough conversations The value of criticism Family meetings and getting feedback How to create financial freedom Prepping Global Dad’s Friday Fun Night I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Don Hickman:  Website Twitter Discussion Links   Fraternity of Excellence - Men’s Community People Discussed Anthony Migliorino Jerry Adams Books Suggestions Men of Grit - Jerry Adams  Music By Matthew Parker   Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review:  Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | Follow Podcast on:  FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn |