Episodes

Tuesday May 23, 2023
Episode 235 - Simon Von Saldern. Why men are lonely.
Tuesday May 23, 2023
Tuesday May 23, 2023
Podcast 235 is out. Simon Von Soldern is the CEO of Healthy Male Australia. In this chat we unpack the key reasons why men are experiencing loneliness and isolation throughout Australia and uncover key areas in which improvement can be made from both an individual and community perspective. Simon shares his own journey of growing up in regional Victoria and the trails and tribulations of being a man living in an area where isolation can really impact us. I’m sure you will enjoy this conversation. Available on Spotify Podbean and iTunes - The Outback Mind Podcast.

Thursday May 11, 2023
Episode 234 - Justin Koschitzke. Finding my way back home.
Thursday May 11, 2023
Thursday May 11, 2023
Podcast 234 is out. Former StKilda footballer Justin Koschitzke joins me for a chat about his life before, during and after his AFL career, the struggles he faced coming in and out of the game and how he’s honing in on finding his purpose by helping others learn to thrive. Im sure you will enjoy this conversation. Available on Spotify, Podbean and iTunes - Tge Outback Mind Podcast.

Sunday May 07, 2023
Episode 233 - Tom Boyd. Life beyond the boundary line.
Sunday May 07, 2023
Sunday May 07, 2023
Podcast 233 is out. At 27, Tom Boyd has experienced more highs and lows than most men his age. Drafted into the AFL as number one pick in 2013 he had the weight of the world on his shoulders, then a year later, with a move to another club and a seven figure contract the weight got even heavier. With huge expectations but a healthy bank balance his mental health struggled. Lots of sleepless nights led to anxiety and depression which eventually led to early retirement at the age of 23. In the middle of his battles he managed to play some good football and was an integral part of the Western Bulldogs 2016 premiership team. Throughout our chat we share great insight on how money helps but it’s not everything. I’m sure you will enjoy this conversation. Available on Spotify, Podbean and iTunes - The Outback Mind Podcast.

Tuesday May 02, 2023
Episode 232 - Guy Leech. An athlete at Heart.
Tuesday May 02, 2023
Tuesday May 02, 2023
Podcast 232 is out. At 59 former Ironman champion Guy Leech has two goals. Win another world title and reducing fatalities caused by heart attacks in Australia. In this episode Guy and I discuss various strategies we can use throughout life to feel good at any age, what he’s doing now to keep himself in good physical and mental condition and his passion to do what he can to help save more lives since losing a close mate to heart attack 7 years ago. I’m sure you will enjoy this conversation. Available on Spotify Podbean and iTunes - The Outback Mind Podcast.

Saturday Apr 29, 2023
Episode 231 - James Norris. Overcome Anxiety with Boxing.
Saturday Apr 29, 2023
Saturday Apr 29, 2023
Breathing deep, opening the body up and releasing tension, stress and anxiety is a great way to gain and maintain good mental health. James Norris is the owner of the iconic Australian company Jim Bradley Speedball. James shares his own journey of how boxing helped him move through stuck emotions as a teenager and discusses why he is now passionate about giving back and helping others. I’m sure you will enjoy this conversation. Available on Spotify Podbean and iTunes - The Outback Mind Podcast.

Thursday Apr 13, 2023
Episode 230 - Jason Akermanis. Tips to stay positive.
Thursday Apr 13, 2023
Thursday Apr 13, 2023
Podcast 230 is out. Former Brisbane Lions & Western Bulldogs player Jason Akermanis joins me for a chat about the one percenters that help create and maintain a positive mindset. Jason recently overcame some addictions and realigned his life to stay true to what’s really important. I’m sure you will enjoy this conversation. Available on Spotify Podbean and iTunes - The Outback Mind Podcast.

Friday Mar 10, 2023
Episode 229 - Dr Mark Cross. Opening up.
Friday Mar 10, 2023
Friday Mar 10, 2023
Podcast 229 is out. Psychiatrist Dr Mark Cross has special interest in sexuality issues, workplaces mental health acknowledging people with lived experience. He is a well respected speaker around mental health and is a former board member of SANE Australia. He is married to John and has two sons, Clem and Arlo. In this podcast we talk deeply around Mark’s personal journey and explore ways to maintain good physical and mental wellbeing in modern life. I’m sure you will enjoy this conversation. Available on Spotify Podbean and iTunes - The Outback Mind Podcast.

Friday Mar 03, 2023
Episode 228 - Guy Lawrence. Trust your intuition.
Friday Mar 03, 2023
Friday Mar 03, 2023
Podcast 228 is out. The mind thinks but the heart knows.. Guy Lawrence joins me for some exploration on getting to know our inner self more deeply and ways that we can reengineer how we function to be more conscious, connected and creative. Guy is highly regarded in the wellness space and continues to guide people worldwide on a path of self mastery. I’m sure you will enjoy this conversation. Available on Spotify Podbean and iTunes - The Outback Mind Podcast.

Thursday Mar 02, 2023
Episode 227 - Bridget Brocklebank. Waking up from depression.
Thursday Mar 02, 2023
Thursday Mar 02, 2023
Podcast 227 is out. Sometimes life’s challenging can be overcome if we are brave enough to ask questions. Bridget Brocklebank is a mother of 2 who had a long battle with depression. After many years of dependence on medication she began to correct her diet. Once corrected this had a positive impact on her mental wellbeing. Bridget is now thriving and well. Through her own self healing journey she has become passionate about helping others. I’m sure you will enjoy this conversation. Available on Spotify Podbean and iTunes - The Outback Mind Podcast

Wednesday Feb 22, 2023
Episode 226 - Dr Damian Kristof. The Long Game
Wednesday Feb 22, 2023
Wednesday Feb 22, 2023
Podcast 226 is out. Longevity expert Dr Damian Kristof and I take a deep dive into what it looks like to live a healthy, fulfilling life to an old age with independence. Damian has been researching the world’s longest living people for many years and through our chat we unlock many secrets on how we can all thrive through this lifetime. I’m sure you will enjoy this conversation. Available on Spotify Podbean and iTunes - The Outback Mind Podcast.