The You Project
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The You Project is a 30-90 minute dose of inspiration and education hosted by Craig Harper with great stories, ideas, strategies and lessons from high-performers in sport, business, science, media and health.
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According to Gillespo, us blokes are producing less and less swimmers, fertility levels are plummeting and in the not-too-distant future, couples ability to be able to produce offspring could be dependant on some kind of medical intervention. It's a good thing l'm a hundred years past my use-by date. Enjoy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dr. Jeff is back and this episode is one of the more meandering, informal, getting-to-know-you (type of) chats I've had with the Doc, and I loved it. We spoke about self-experimentation, biofeedback, personalised medicine, biohacks, the future direction of it all, the need for some 'anti-establishment' thinking and why Big Pharma (and the like) definitely don't want any research dollars or energy going into any of that mind-body, self-healing (placebo type) stuff. Imagine if we actually had the potential to heal ourselves? That's definitely gonna f**k with someone’s bottom line a p**s off a few million shareholders. Enjoy.recellebrate.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This episode is a deep dive into the single most powerful, confusing and occasionally uncooperative thing you own - your brain. In this episode we strip away the jargon and talk in normal-people language about how your 1.3kg prediction machine actually works - why it reacts before you think, why you repeat patterns, what stress does to your operating system, and how much you can genuinely rewire. It's not a neuroscience lecture; it's a user manual for running your brain - and your life - better. Enjoy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What if some of the physical benefits of exercise could be delivered in a capsule? It sounds like sci-fi, but two new scientific studies suggest we might be inching closer to that reality. In this fascinating episode, Tiff and I sit down with geneticist, author and science communicator Professor Bill Sullivan Jr. to unpack the growing field of exercise mimetics - therapies designed to replicate certain physiological effects of working out, without the sweat session. As you'd imagine, I have a few philosophical objections and questions but nonetheless, it's interesting research with vast potential, this was a fun chat with one of my favourites and no, the pill is not intended to become a 'replacement' (per se) but rather a potential option for some individuals with certain limitations and challenges. Enjoy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This time Tiff and I explore the differing concepts of "the best" (diet, workout, job, lifestyle, strategy, protocol) and "our best," highlighting that what's optimal for one person will be sub-optimal, or even dangerous, for another. Is there really a "best" diet? Or fitness program? Is there a (single) best way to grow a business? Build a brand? What about relationships? Is there only one way to build a great marriage? Or friendship? As we continue on our personal growth journey, maybe our biggest challenges isn't to discover "the" best but rather, "our" best.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Patrick's back at TYP Central opening the 'Tech' door - and few doors that should stay shut to be honest - but nonetheless, information was shared, stories were told, laughter was had, education was scarce, inspiration missed out altogether and Tiff did her best to wrangle the two overaged teenagers into some kind of cohesive, intelligible and meaningful dialogue. I'll let you decide if she had mission success or not. Enjoy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
If you're ever chatting with Tiff or Bobby, whatever you do, don't use the ‘M' word. It sets them off. I'm not even joking. I used it to describe a cookie that wasn't dry or brittle but apparently, it's an unacceptable adjective. To describe anything. Ever. Other than not-dry cookies, we chatted about the old-school self-help pioneers that greatly influenced Bobby and I when we were young up-and-coming Speakers and Coaches, we delved into the emerging reality of people forming 'relationships' with Al, my (and Tiff's) propensity to be 'polite' when chatting with ChatGPT (please love me), the many benefits of working in hospitality at some stage of our employment journey and apart from all the silly-ness, Bobby opened the vulnerability door and shared some amazing stories and insights from his childhood. Enjoy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
As a Paramedic, Scott Douglas has seen some sh*t. Been in the middle of mayhem he'll never forget. Seen things that he can't unsee. And while those events, experiences and situations are in the past, the consequences still live in the now. As they do for many people. Maybe you? This instalment of TYP is not a solution or prescription but it is a conversation that's relevant for many and hopefully helpful for some. Enjoy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
lan Williams is good man helping other good - but often struggling - men to manage their physical, mental and emotional health, which is why he created an app called 'Good Men Helping Good Men.’ lan and I are definitely kindred spirits, which is why I felt like I was chatting with an old Mate, even though we only just met. Oh, and in case you're wondering about the five pillars.. (1) Work and Life Flow (2) Health and Fitness (3) Social Connections (4) Internal Work (5) Love and Relationships. Enjoy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Your brain isn't responding to the world. It's responding to what it thinks the world is. In this episode, we explore the physiological consequences of thinking - how belief, expectation, interpretation, and meaning can literally change the body. Not metaphorically. Biologically. You'll hear about the knee surgery that "worked" even though the surgery never happened. Parkinson's patients whose brains released dopamine because they believed they were medicated. Hotel housekeepers who got fitter, leaner, and healthier without changing anything except how they thought about their work. Athletes who got dramatically stronger because they believed they were taking steroids - when they weren't. And a bloke who nearly died from an overdose that didn't exist - the nocebo effect in full flight. Enjoy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kerryn Vaughan is definitely not your shy little-wallflower type. She's more a punch-you-in-the-face and then give you a hug... type. She encourages, supports, educates (and maybe scares) people to think better, do better, be better and create better results.She does that as a Speaker, Author, Podcaster and Coach and we sure had a fun (and somewhat loose) chat. EnjoySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Psychologists, Theologians, Philosophers, Stoics, Scientists and a Bogan from Latrobe Valley have been trying to identify, understand and get-to-know the 'self' for millennia. With absolutely no qualifications or credibility, Tiff and I continue the exploration in - what can only be described as - a convergence of pseudo-science, psychology, humour, and complete conversational mayhem. If you're looking for some high-brow education, this is not the episode for you but I will say that the last five minutes might be the TYP moment that gets us pulled off the air. Funny though. Totally worth it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
For years, "Stage 3" toddler milk has been the food industry's most brilliant, cynical, and profitable loophole. It was a legal way to hook parents on a brand, all while selling them a sugary, unnecessary product. Now, that loophole is snapping shut. In Australia, it just destroyed a 30-year regulatory agreement. And in the US, it's the target of a new fraud lawsuit that's smarter, sharper, and far more dangerous than the "ultra-processed" cases that have already failed. The industry's celebrated loophole isn't just becoming its noose; it's the key that could unlock the industry's entire playbook of deception. *Copy thanks to Gillespo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Personal development, self-help, human optimisation - they are all 'doing’ processes. Away from the products, programs, books, podcasts and workshops, personal development is something we do, not something we buy. Sometimes that 'doing' is messy, terrifying, uncomfortable and slow, but also... exactly what's required to achieve our goals and fulfil our potential. Tiff and I explore this idea and lots more in this somewhat vulnerable chat (I seriously need to stop having vulnerable on-air chats, it's exhausting - lol). Enjoy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
1I don't often say this but to be honest, it was a pretty sh*t week on Planet Craig. That's just the simple, practical truth. Lots of people that I care about (including my dad) going through some really tough stuff. Of course I'm not alone in this, it's a common occurrence for many of us but I thought I'd chat about my crap week and share my thoughts, ideas, choices and experiences about dealing with the stuff we don't want in our lives - sickness, death, uncertainty and frustration - in the hope that it might be helpful to some of you going through your own sh*t week (month, year).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
I posted a whiteboard message on my Insta this week titled: "A Bit F**ked. A Lot Human." Dr. Sam reached out to tell me that the message resonated with her and that she wanted to unpack it with me on TYP, so that's what we did. drsamcasey.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Are people building emotional attachments to Al? Are some of us in a (kind-of) 'relationship' with ChatGPT? Can biology connect with technology in that way? Do people really get weird around full moons? How long until humanoid (human-like) robots are in our homes? Why are ultra-HD TV's a waste of money? How can we improve our memory and recall? What are the pros and cons of online shopping? What's the deal with the raw milk movement? Can fitness trackers f**k with our self-esteem and make us feel bad about ourselves? Patrick and I covered it all in this action-packed TYPinstalment. Enjoy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Research tells us (actual *research, not bro science) that it takes anywhere between 18 - 254 days to change a habit. Of course, that's not 'absolute' but it is the typical range. The giving up of ‘the old' and the hardwiring of ‘the new' is a multidimensional process. That is, there are a bunch of moving parts and variables. There's no three-step plan, no quick-fix and no magic habit-changing pill but nonetheless, Bobby and I give the topic a good crack. Enjoy. *REF: European Journal of Social Psychology (2009).theselfhelpantidote.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hi Team, today we're revisiting one of my favourite eps with the fascinating, funny and compassionate, Dr. Mark Cross. I loved our chat and personally, learned a bunch. He is the first openly gay man to win ‘Father of the Year’, he is a highly-respected Psychiatrist, Successful Author, Media Presenter and has lived experience of one of the conditions he treats - he’s been anxious since he was four. We spoke about too much to list here but I suspect most of you will love it and him. Enjoy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
So, I happened across an amazing voice on Instagram (@franthesinger) and like a total anonymous loser, I reached out on the IG message thingy and said something clumsy and not-cool to the very-cool singer from New York like "hey Fran, you're ace, do you want to be on my podcast?" To my total surprise and delight, she said "yes." I absolutely loved this chat and towards the end Fran gave me (and you) a 'gift' which will go down as one of my all-time favourite TYP moments. Ever.@franthesingerSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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love the pod . never do an Irish accent again 😅💚 love from Cork, the real Capital 😘
I hope I feel and speak like you when I'm 60 🥰
Great podcast. My favourite podcast right now
Well done, fat shame the guy the second the interview starts.
nice one harps great stuff
So excited you are doing a podcast Craig. Much love x