The Pocket with Chris Griffin

Josh Goldy joins me on The Pocket today. We dive deep on toxic positivity, the problem with the flashy life and how people are chasing dopamine in the wrong areas, Josh opens up about his challenges and traumas and much more more. Work with josh directly: https://www.joshgoldyfitness.com/ Follow Josh: https://www.instagram.com/_josh.goldy_/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A deep dive on the most important call you can possibly answer. Possibly one of the most universal messages for anyone at any stage of their journey. Drop a comment below with your thoughts on this episode! Love you all, Chris Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A deep dive on life with two guys in their early 20’s as the sun sets in Malibu. Follow Elliot: https://www.instagram.com/elliotbewick/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Work with Chris to build your podcast and personal brand: https://thepodcastjungle.com/apply A sneak peak on what we spoke about: Chapters: 00:00 What keeps young people stuck 07:00 Taking things to the extreme to hear the message 11:00 What drives you: the carrot or the stick? 16:00 Waking up at 4am 21:00 Keep death close 26:00 Listen to what you really want… 30:00 Giving is selfish 36:00 Chris Williamson & Steven Bartlett Controversy 43:00 Horrifying statistics around depopulation 53:00 Believing in God. 01:02:00 Taking philosophy too far 01:13:00 Extreme self assessment  01:26:00 Performative Christians Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alfie returns for the 3rd time. We deep dive on his optimism on a future with AI. It’s been interesting seeing the transition in Alfie’s state as he advances into massive success. He’s made millions of dollars but the money isn’t the goal. It’s not the thing that defines him.  This version of Alfie was a different lens to the last two times I’ve chatted with him on The Pocket. Enjoy this beautiful set on the rocks in Bondi Beach as the sun rises. Follow Alfie: https://www.instagram.com/alfiegetshard/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 The future of AI and losing jobs 03:40 Will AI unlock more passion in our life? 06:30 What travel made Alfie realize 11:30 What most founders are running away from 14:30 Bree sat Alfie down and said… 19:00 The problem with content & social media… 26:00 How you stand out on social media 35:00 What discourages us most? 41:00 Sacrifice & desire 46:00 The problem with education systems 49:00 A profound mindset change 58:30 Are we reaching the end of in person experiences? 01:08:30 The problem with climbing the mountain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I deep dived on happiness today. It was profound. We came up with some cool stuff. Enjoy. Chapters: 00:00 Happiness tied to progression 02:50 The number 1 key to happiness 05:26 Does money bring you happiness? 09:00 Does isolation and solitude bring you happiness? 14:10 The problem with expectations 18:30 A profound lesson from Iman Gadzhi 21:00 An apology to my future wife 23:30 Mind blowing realization about happiness 31:00 Where does stress come from? 35:00 Can you access presence when you’re alone?   37:50 What strips away your happiness? Follow Chris on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Work with Chris to build your podcast & personal brand: https://thepodcastjungle.com/apply Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Smoak (Higherup Wellness) returns again for the third time on The Pocket. A crowd favourite (including myself). We dove deep while hitting a gym session. Follow Michael: https://www.instagram.com/higherupwellness/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Listen to the last podcast we recorded together: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7lNht10A4EeX5Qr7FvKmpP?si=98b93cb00c5c47bd Chapters: 00:03:10 Getting judged online 00:06:45 Why most men never change 00:14:30 Copycat culture and fake masculinity 00:18:15 One year since my dad died 00:22:50 A poem about being human 00:24:20 How grief actually works 00:30:45 Pain is how men are forged 00:32:50 Becoming proud of who you are 00:37:40 Asking Tony Robbins 00:41:45 Becoming undeniable 00:50:15 Trusting yourself without prep 00:54:30 Killing the old identity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comment your best takeaway from the conversation to be flown out to spend a day on Simon’s Lamborghini yacht! (More info at the end of the episode) Today I sit down with my good friend Simon Beard on his Lamborghini boat to talk about something most people never prepare for: What actually happens after you win. Simon is one of Australia’s most successful entrepreneurs, best known as the co-founder of Culture Kings and for building one of the most iconic retail brands in the country.  We talk about emotional control, ego, pressure, decision making, building a strong marriage, and what it really takes to build a life that doesn’t fall apart once you achieve your dreams. Key Discussion Points Why emotional control matters more than intelligence The most dangerous moment in any successful career How ego quietly destroys great businesses The decisions that can’t be undone Building a successful marriage The challenges of raising kids with extreme wealth Follow Simon: https://www.instagram.com/simonbeard/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 20:00 Ego getting in the way 30:00 The expensive champagne doesn’t taste better 42:00 Underdogs can crush Goliaths in 2026 53:00 Challenges raising family with wealth 1:10:00 Lessons from Tony Robins on building a strong marriage Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David is one of my good brothers. He inspires me massively in so many facets of life. It was a pleasure to spend a few days with him and his family. This was recorded on the last day together. We barely scratched the surface in this of the wisdom that David has. If you are wanting to understand more about religion, spirituality, and lifestyle quest for meaning, this episode is for you. Key Discussion Points Why David left corporate life to search for meaning His global spiritual journey through Israel, Egypt and the Dead Sea How ancient wisdom and modern physics point to the same truth Why silence, nature and presence change how you experience life What he discovered about purpose, connection and peace ANDDD MUCH MORE. Follow David and the Manna Brand: https://www.instagram.com/mannavitality/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 Why David walked away from corporate life 06:30 The inner spark that pushed him to question everything 12:15 Discovering books that changed his view of reality 18:40 Following intuition instead of having a plan 24:55 Traveling to sacred places in search of truth 31:20 The hidden history of Jesus and Mary Magdalene 38:10 How ancient wisdom became modern religion 44:45 Why separation is the root of human suffering 51:10 Understanding consciousness through physics 57:35 Being called to the Dead Sea 01:04:00 Living in the desert with no money or certainty 01:10:40 Learning to trust life instead of controlling it 01:17:25 Building Mana from spiritual and scientific discovery 01:23:50 How nature, silence and presence create peace 01:30:30 What David believes is the true meaning of life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The most unorthodox approach to achieve success in 2026. I've been sprinting for the last 7 years and one moment a couple months ago rocked me. It made me look within and re-think my approach. So here we are.  Happy New Year all, enjoy! Chris x Follow me here:  https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Apply to work with me to build your podcast and personal brand: https://thepodcastjungle.com/apply Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s episode is with reality TV star, Garret Miller from Siesta Key. Garret opens up about things he has never shared publicly before. His challenges with Mental Health, anxiety and the silent battle he faced from being on reality tv. Follow Garret: https://www.instagram.com/gbaby00/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Danny Morel joins me on The Pocket! This conversation goes deep into emotional wounds, fear, commitment, masculine and feminine energy, and how childhood experiences shape the way men show up in relationships. We talk about why men avoid vulnerability, how chasing success can be a form of avoidance, and what it actually takes to experience real intimacy and freedom in love. This one is confronting, honest, and powerful. Key Discussion Points Why men are emotionally disconnected How childhood wounds shape adult relationships Fear, commitment, and avoidance in men The difference between boy energy and man energy What real intimacy and love actually require Order Danny’s book: https://awakenbook.com/ Learn more from Danny: https://link.me/dannymorel Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 Why men are emotionally behind 03:10 Masculine vs feminine energy explained 07:40 Unconscious fathers and emotional suppression 12:50 Pain as the trigger for awakening 18:30 Childhood wounds and relationship patterns 23:40 Victim consciousness vs creator consciousness 28:20 Real intimacy and telling the truth 33:10 Men, commitment, and fear of freedom 37:55 The phases of love and why couples get stuck 43:20 Why dependency is not love 48:10 Knowing when it is right to commit 52:40 Awareness, healing, and transformation 57:15 Fear, courage, and emotional growth 01:01:20 Enlightenment and living without fear Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's episode is with Miki Agrawal.  Miki was so amazing. She is the founder of Hiro Diapers, Tushy and Thinx, to name a few. A leader in women's business and an inspiring, passionate voice. I loved this. Find out how the most Taboo ideas, make the most amount of money, how women can succeed in business (and if that should be the goal), learn what soft power is, and much much more. Follow Miki: https://www.instagram.com/mikiagrawal/ Buy Hiro Diapers: https://www.instagram.com/hirodiapers/ Learn more about working with Miki: https://linktr.ee/mikiagrawal Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Big claim: one of my favourite episodes of the year. Michael Smoak (@higherupwellness) returns to the show.  If you liked the first time Mike came on, you wont be disappointed with this one. Completely different conversation, yet an absolute banger. Something about the synergy we have together is one I’m beyond blessed about. This episode was all about relationships, love, overcoming hardship, the battles that a man has and so much more. Follow Michael: https://www.instagram.com/higherupwellness/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 A man’s biggest challenge 11:00 An explanation of a mans biology 16:00 Defining lust 20:00 What a man and women need to be intimate 29:00 Difference between confidence and ego 35:00 The difficulty of submission when you’re winning 39:00 Inaction is selfish 44:00 The new drug 53:00 Why your body is screaming at you 59:30 Impacts of suppressed emotions 1:06:00 The key to deep connection 1:14:00 Zooming out the time horizon 1:30:00 The gap between you and happiness 1:35:00 Why do we keep suffering on purpose? 1:38:20 Imposter syndrome  1:45:00 Losing someone you gave your all to… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we break down why most people don’t have a sleep problem at all… They have a stress problem, a purpose problem, or a life-awareness problem. Todd Anderson is one of the sharpest voices in the world of sleep, human psychology, and high performance. He’s worked with elite athletes, Fortune 500 teams, and high performers who want to feel better, think clearer, and stop sabotaging themselves. Key Discussion Points: Why most sleep problems are actually stress and life-awareness problems The fear of losing momentum and the psychological cost of high performance Presence, flow state, and how elite performers access their best self Childhood patterns, identity, and the hidden roots of adult stress How to fix your relationship with sleep without becoming obsessive or rigid Follow Todd: https://www.instagram.com/toddanderson42_/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Try Dream Recovery and use code GRIFFIN: https://dreamrecovery.io/ Chapters: 00:00 Why sleep really matters 03:02 The culture shift around sleep 06:18 Morning routines vs efficiency 09:41 Stress disguised as sleep problems 12:28 How life stress stacks silently 15:17 Fear of losing momentum 18:49 Childhood wiring and identity 21:47 Todd’s upbringing and purpose 24:43 Overcoming insecurity 27:36 Why most people never start 31:05 Highs, lows, and perspective 36:42 When optimization becomes harmful 41:20 Presence and flow state 47:50 Why people feel worse than they think 53:40 How Dream Recovery began 58:55 Presence as the real superpower 01:09:26 New recovery tech 01:11:10 Final reflections Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s episode is with Chris Petkas, former Navy Seal turned VC investor. It was a powerful conversation around grit, determination and the willingness to fail. Chris’ marriage with Codie Sanchez inspires me, Chris’ well rounded success inspires me and Chris’ calm nature inspires me. I loved this conversation. We also recorded this in a horse stable just out of Austin with 5 real horses behind us. Key Discussion Points: Why calm men are often the most dangerous How military training builds composure under chaos Naivety as a superpower when starting hard things The biggest risk in life: choosing who you marry Jiu-jitsu, humility, and learning through losing Patriotism, perspective, and seeing the world Australia’s tall-poppy mindset vs America Follow Chris Petkas: https://www.instagram.com/chrispetkas/ Follow Chris Griffin: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 Why Calm Men Are the Most Dangerous 05:20 Military Recruitment 10:40 Naivety, Risk and Starting Before You’re Ready 15:55 Failure, Ego and Learning Through Pain 21:00 Suffering in Training vs Real Combat 26:15 Leaving the Military and Entering Business 30:30 The Competence Ladder 33:45 Long Distance Love 36:50 Choosing a Partner is your biggest risk 39:40 Building Marriage and Business Together 46:30 The Loneliness Myth 49:40 Patriotism, Perspective and Seeing the World 53:50 Australia vs America: Ambition and Tall Poppy Culture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcoming Sage Bender to The Pocket. We dove deep, shared untold stories and revisited places he hasn't been in a while, sharing stories that have shaped him into the man he is today. Also, enjoy the horses in the background. We recorded this in a horse stable just outside of Austin.  Follow Sage: https://www.instagram.com/sxgebender/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 0:00 Why friends make or break you 3:00 Growing up with the wrong influences 5:00 Getting caught in the wrong crowd 7:00 How Sage met the Austin boys 9:00 Stop chasing people, build yourself 11:00 Leaving his old life behind 13:00 Masculinity, integrity, intention 15:00 Vulnerability and humility 17:00 Fighting, presence, and peace 20:00 Confidence vs ego 23:00 Weak identities and fragile men 26:00 Why jiu-jitsu humbles everyone 29:00 Community, discipline, and respect 32:00 Rock bottom and drug use 36:00 Losing a friend and the wake-up call 40:00 Moving cities and outgrowing people 45:00 Faith, rebellion, and rebuilding belief 50:00 Sage on responsibility and self-awareness 55:00 Becoming the man you want to be Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I chat with Adam Lamb, an entrepreneur, investor, and business advisor who’s built and sold multiple companies in healthcare, finance, and consulting.  We dive into what it really means to be “too dumb to quit,” unpacking the role of stubbornness, fear, and confidence in success. Adam opens up about his rough upbringing, how his beliefs about money and success evolved, and what it’s like raising kids in a completely different world than the one he grew up in. Key Discussion Points: The mindset behind being “too dumb to quit” How stubbornness can either serve or sabotage you Breaking old beliefs about money, worth, and success Navigating ego vs. confidence in leadership and life Raising grounded kids in an abundant world What true intimacy means in marriage and relationships Follow Adam: https://www.instagram.com/adamlamb33/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 Too Dumb To Quit 06:00 Stubbornness explained 12:00 Running for office 18:00 Fear of being seen 24:00 Confidence vs experience 30:00 Vulnerability as strength 36:00 Break the belief walls 42:00 Growing up broke 48:00 The turning point 54:00 Comfort kills growth 01:00:00 Parenting without entitlement 01:06:00 Parenting Sons & daughters differently 01:12:00 True intimacy 01:18:00 Confidence vs ego 01:24:00 Faith and legacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I sat down with a man that lived with the dictator of Panama’s right hand man… Fascinating to hear what goes behind the scenes regarding global corruption, the relationship between the USA, Panama and China and how what we think is going on, is actually a lie. Key Discussion Points: Living with a dictator’s right-hand man trained by the CIA, Mossad, and Fidel Castro How the U.S. created and then destroyed its own dictator What “evil” really means after you live with it Quitting his job, broke, and sleeping in cars to chase his dream The lessons in conviction, confidence, and courage learned from a killer Follow Cillian: https://www.instagram.com/dunne.cillian/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 – Living with a dictator’s right-hand man 02:10 – Walking on eggshells in a house of secrets 11:00 – The morality question: is killing for a cause still murder? 17:00 – The CIA’s dark partnership with Noriega 23:00 – The mysterious death of Omar Torrijos 25:00 – How the U.S. installed and later removed Noriega 42:00 – Writing with gangs and the Bloods & Crips 47:00 – Panama: a third world country with a golden crown 49:00 – Why the U.S. never took over Panama 50:30 – China, BlackRock, and control of the canal 54:00 – The Japanese plan to bomb the Panama Canal 56:00 – What the U.S. government hides from civilians 59:00 – The cost of power, money, and human self-interest AND MORE. Enjoy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An important discussion with George from TheTinMen about men and the challenges they face daily. We went back and forth, providing differing views, yet both with deep care for the same mission of helping men live lives with more peace, joy and fulfilment. Follow George: https://www.instagram.com/thetinmen/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 0:00 Why George Started The Tin Men 2:00 How Schools Are Failing Boys 4:00 The War on Testosterone and Masculinity 6:00 Why Men Can’t Win Anymore 8:00 The Truth Behind “1 in 3 Men Are Violent” 10:00 How False Statistics Erase Male Victims 14:00 When Abuse Against Men Gets Ignored 18:00 Suicide, Silence, and Losing Hope 22:00 The Hidden Bias in How We See Men 26:00 Redefining What It Means to Be a Man 31:00 The Pressure to Provide and Find Purpose 36:00 Outrageous Headlines About Masculinity in Australia 40:00 When Society Stops Caring About Boys 45:00 Why Therapy and Mental Health Systems Fail Men 51:00 The Fight for Men’s Health and What Needs to Change Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is an important episode. I hope you can feel the passion ring through the microphone. I meant every word I said. If you're in a rut or you don't know what to do with your life, then this episode is for you. Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 What is the meaning of life? 04:30 The best part about no one believing in you 09:00 You can do whatever you want in your life 14:00 My story when things changed 20:00 The more you learn the less you know 25:00 Take the risk… 29:00 Poem 1: Tunnel Vision 33:00 A profound realisation about greatness 38:30 Poem 2: Are you on the right path? 44:40 Poem 3: Lonely nights 50:00 The quality of connection comes down to this Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices