www.whoisyourhero.com.au

www.whoisyourhero.com.auhttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/www-whoisyourhero-com-au--6879999

Real talk without the polish
Big laughs mixed with big truths
Life lessons from people who’ve actually lived
A platform for voices that deserve to be heard

With conversations that hit like a beer-shed yarn, a hospital-bed reflection, and a campfire confession all in one, Who Is Your Hero isn’t just a podcast — it’s a movement. A movement that says:
➡️ Your story matters.
➡️ Your struggles can lift someone else.
➡️ Your heroes might be right beside you — not on a screen. From Townsville to Tassie, from veterans to young dads, from survivors to those still fighting — this is the podcast Australia needed. Real people.
Real stories.
Real heroes. Who Is Your Hero?
Only one way to find out. 🎙️ Available on Podbean, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & all major platforms.
🔥 Follow the movement at WhoIsYourHero.com.au
#WhoIsYourHero #HeroUp #MensMentalHealth #RealTalk #AussiePride #BuzzTalk #TribeVsSystem #Resilience #Community #HealthWorthWhyWealth

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/www-whoisyourhero-com-au--6879999/support.]]>enSelf-ImprovementCopyright whoisyourherohttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/cc0ff47348e926d5fa87a5ed4a9e7d25.jpgwww.whoisyourhero.com.auhttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/www-whoisyourhero-com-au--6879999Mon, 18 May 2026 09:27:49 +0000whoisyourherowhoisyourheromatt.whoisyourhero@gmail.comWho Is Your Hero is an unapologetically real Australian podcast created and hosted by Matthew “Buzz” Fidler, built on one simple belief: 👉 Everyone has a story that can change someone’s life. Born from a personal journey through kidney failure, footy...

Real talk without the polish
Big laughs mixed with big truths
Life lessons from people who’ve actually lived
A platform for voices that deserve to be heard

With conversations that hit like a beer-shed yarn, a hospital-bed reflection, and a campfire confession all in one, Who Is Your Hero isn’t just a podcast — it’s a movement. A movement that says:
➡️ Your story matters.
➡️ Your struggles can lift someone else.
➡️ Your heroes might be right beside you — not on a screen. From Townsville to Tassie, from veterans to young dads, from survivors to those still fighting — this is the podcast Australia needed. Real people.
Real stories.
Real heroes. Who Is Your Hero?
Only one way to find out. 🎙️ Available on Podbean, Spotify, Apple Podcasts & all major platforms.
🔥 Follow the movement at WhoIsYourHero.com.au
#WhoIsYourHero #HeroUp #MensMentalHealth #RealTalk #AussiePride #BuzzTalk #TribeVsSystem #Resilience #Community #HealthWorthWhyWealth

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/www-whoisyourhero-com-au--6879999/support.]]>falseepisodicSupport the podcast!⛳🎙️ GOLF CART CHRONICLES – EPISODE 4 PATRICK MURDOCK – “16 GOING ON 30”https://www.spreaker.com/episode/golf-cart-chronicles-episode-4-patrick-murdock-16-going-on-30--72053243but spend five minutes with Patrick Murdock and you’ll swear this young bloke is going on 30.Respectful. Driven. Grounded.
And already trying to build something bigger than himself through junior golf at Townsville Golf Club.This episode isn’t just about golf.It’s about:
⛳ Resilience
⛳ Family hardship
⛳ Mental health
⛳ Belonging
⛳ Young leadership
⛳ And becoming the person you wish you had growing upThere’s laughs… shocking golf shots… raw honesty… and one bloody good conversation between the tee box and the green.Patrick opens up about:

Growing up tough
Having to mature early
Why golf became his safe place
The importance of his mum and nana
His vision for a Junior Committee at Townsville Golf Club
And why young blokes need stronger culture and connection

Buzz also reckons this kid might need his own podcast soon… 👀🎙️🚨 AVAILABLE NOW ON ALL MAJOR PLATFORMS 🚨🎧 LISTEN HERE:
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2601637/episodes/19192953📲 ALSO CHECK OUT THE NEW“STAY ONE MORE DAY” APPBuilt to help people through tough days, mental struggles and life’s heavy moments.The app includes:
✅ Local support contacts
✅ Mental health tools
✅ Emergency contacts
✅ Daily reminders
✅ Positive memory journaling
✅ A safe place in your pocket when life feels overwhelming📥 Download now from the Apple App Store by searching:“Stay One More Day”💙 Want to help someone who can’t afford access?
Pay it forward here:
https://gofund.me/a171059cdOne pay-it-forward could genuinely help save a life.A massive thank you to Patrick for jumping in the cart and sharing his story.Tell your heroes what they mean to you before the eulogy.#WhoIsYourHero #GolfCartChronicles #PatrickMurdock #16GoingOn30 #StayOneMoreDay #MensMentalHealth #TownsvilleGolfClub #YoungLeadership #HeroUp #ResilienceSupport the show

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/www-whoisyourhero-com-au--6879999/support.]]>Buzzsprout-19194245Mon, 18 May 2026 08:00:00 +0000whoisyourhero⛳🎙️ GOLF CART CHRONICLES – EPISODE 4PATRICK MURDOCK – “16 GOING ON 30”He’s only 16 years old… but spend five minutes with Patrick Murdock and you’ll swear this young bloke is going on 30.Respectful. Driven. Grounded. And already trying to build...but spend five minutes with Patrick Murdock and you’ll swear this young bloke is going on 30.Respectful. Driven. Grounded.
And already trying to build something bigger than himself through junior golf at Townsville Golf Club.This episode isn’t just about golf.It’s about:
⛳ Resilience
⛳ Family hardship
⛳ Mental health
⛳ Belonging
⛳ Young leadership
⛳ And becoming the person you wish you had growing upThere’s laughs… shocking golf shots… raw honesty… and one bloody good conversation between the tee box and the green.Patrick opens up about:

Growing up tough
Having to mature early
Why golf became his safe place
The importance of his mum and nana
His vision for a Junior Committee at Townsville Golf Club
And why young blokes need stronger culture and connection

Buzz also reckons this kid might need his own podcast soon… 👀🎙️🚨 AVAILABLE NOW ON ALL MAJOR PLATFORMS 🚨🎧 LISTEN HERE:
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2601637/episodes/19192953📲 ALSO CHECK OUT THE NEW“STAY ONE MORE DAY” APPBuilt to help people through tough days, mental struggles and life’s heavy moments.The app includes:
✅ Local support contacts
✅ Mental health tools
✅ Emergency contacts
✅ Daily reminders
✅ Positive memory journaling
✅ A safe place in your pocket when life feels overwhelming📥 Download now from the Apple App Store by searching:“Stay One More Day”💙 Want to help someone who can’t afford access?
Pay it forward here:
https://gofund.me/a171059cdOne pay-it-forward could genuinely help save a life.A massive thank you to Patrick for jumping in the cart and sharing his story.Tell your heroes what they mean to you before the eulogy.#WhoIsYourHero #GolfCartChronicles #PatrickMurdock #16GoingOn30 #StayOneMoreDay #MensMentalHealth #TownsvilleGolfClub #YoungLeadership #HeroUp #ResilienceSupport the show

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/www-whoisyourhero-com-au--6879999/support.]]>4249false14full🎙️ Episode 56: Predator on the Pulpit – Kathleen Walsh (Part 2)https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-56-predator-on-the-pulpit-kathleen-walsh-part-2--71944792 And there are episodes that stay with you.
Part 2 of Predator on the Pulpit with Kathleen Walsh takes us deeper into the lived reality of abuse, silence, and the devastating ripple effects that follow when systems fail to protect the vulnerable.Kathleen speaks with raw honesty about her childhood—about being just a young girl navigating a world where what was happening to her was not only known… but ignored.This episode explores the confusion, shame, and silence that surrounded abuse in a time when children were not believed, not protected, and not empowered to speak.It’s confronting.It’s emotional.And it’s necessary.⚠️ Trigger WarningThis episode contains discussions around:

Child abuse
Trauma
Suicide and self-harm
Institutional failure

If this episode brings anything up for you, please don’t sit with it alone.📞 Lifeline (Australia): 13 11 14
📞 Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800
📞 1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732💬 What This Episode UnpacksIn Part 2, we begin to understand the deeper impact of what Kathleen endured—not just physically, but emotionally and psychologically.We explore:

The silence and shame carried by children
Why victims don’t speak up
The role of fear, authority, and control
The ripple effect of trauma on families, friendships, and communities
Early signs of emotional breakdown, including suicide attempts at a young age
The lifelong impact of not being believed

One of the most powerful takeaways from this episode is the understanding that no one walks away from abuse untouched—not the victims, not their families, not even those who stood by and didn’t understand what they were witnessing.🧠 A Deeper Conversation on Suicide & SurvivalKathleen courageously shares moments from her childhood where she reached breaking point.Her insight is powerful:People don’t end their life to hurt others…
They do it to escape their own pain.This episode offers not just awareness—but understanding.And a message we want every listener to hear:👉 Stay another day.⚖️ Accountability & TruthA key theme emerging in this series is responsibility.Kathleen makes it clear:This was never the responsibility of children.
Not the victims.
Not their friends.
Not their families.The responsibility sits where it always should have:👉 With the perpetrators
👉 With those who knew and did nothing
👉 With the institutions that allowed it to continue🔥 What’s Coming in Part 3Part 3 of this series will go even deeper.We step into the system.

Who knew?
Who stayed silent?
Who moved offenders on?
And when does silence become complicity?

This next episode is where the conversation shifts from story… to accountability.💪 Support the PodcastThis is more than a podcast—it’s a platform for truth, healing, and real conversations that matter.If you’d like to support the mission and help keep these stories being told:👉 https://gofund.me/a6e40c460

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🎧 Listen NowAvailable on all major platforms including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and more.
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Part 2 of Predator on the Pulpit with Kathleen Walsh takes us deeper into the lived reality of abuse, silence, and the devastating ripple effects that follow when systems fail to protect the vulnerable.Kathleen speaks with raw honesty about her childhood—about being just a young girl navigating a world where what was happening to her was not only known… but ignored.This episode explores the confusion, shame, and silence that surrounded abuse in a time when children were not believed, not protected, and not empowered to speak.It’s confronting.It’s emotional.And it’s necessary.⚠️ Trigger WarningThis episode contains discussions around:

Child abuse
Trauma
Suicide and self-harm
Institutional failure

The silence and shame carried by children
Why victims don’t speak up
The role of fear, authority, and control
The ripple effect of trauma on families, friendships, and communities
Early signs of emotional breakdown, including suicide attempts at a young age
The lifelong impact of not being believed

Who knew?
Who stayed silent?
Who moved offenders on?
And when does silence become complicity?

Trust that was broken
A system that failed to protect
The silence that followed
And the courage it takes to finally speak

This episode doesn’t chase comfort — it chases truth. ⚠️ Trigger Warning:
This episode discusses abuse, trauma, and institutional failure. Please take care while listening. 💬 If this episode affects you:
You are not alone.
Reach out to someone you trust or contact support services:

Lifeline: 13 11 14
1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732
Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
In immediate danger: Call 000

🔥 This is just the beginning… In Part 2, we go deeper — into accountability, systems, and what must change. Because silence is where this survives…
And we’re not doing silence anymore. 🎧 Listen now on all major platforms
📢 Follow, share, and help amplify voices that matter 🙏 Proudly supported by:
🍻 C-Bar – Eat. Drink. Celebrate.
🟢 Lactigo – Supporting recovery. Supporting performance. Who Is Your Hero
Real stories. Real people. Real impact. #WhoIsYourHero #PredatorOnThePulpit #KathleenWalsh #SpeakUp #BreakTheSilence #MensMentalHealth #RealTalk #Justice #Townsville #Podcast

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/www-whoisyourhero-com-au--6879999/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71698388Tue, 28 Apr 2026 07:16:08 +0000whoisyourhero🎙️ Episode 56: Predator on the Pulpit – Kathleen Walsh (Part 1) This is not an easy listen… But it’s an important one. Recorded live at C-Bar on The Strand, overlooking Magnetic Island, this episode pulls back the curtain on a story that should never...But it’s an important one. Recorded live at C-Bar on The Strand, overlooking Magnetic Island, this episode pulls back the curtain on a story that should never have happened — and a truth that should never have been hidden. In Part 1, Buzz sits down with Kathleen Walsh — a survivor, advocate, and voice for those who were silenced. What unfolds is raw, confronting, and deeply personal. This is a story about:

Trust that was broken
A system that failed to protect
The silence that followed
And the courage it takes to finally speak

Lifeline: 13 11 14
1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732
Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
In immediate danger: Call 000

🔥 This is just the beginning… In Part 2, we go deeper — into accountability, systems, and what must change. Because silence is where this survives…
And we’re not doing silence anymore. 🎧 Listen now on all major platforms
📢 Follow, share, and help amplify voices that matter 🙏 Proudly supported by:
🍻 C-Bar – Eat. Drink. Celebrate.
🟢 Lactigo – Supporting recovery. Supporting performance. Who Is Your Hero
Real stories. Real people. Real impact. #WhoIsYourHero #PredatorOnThePulpit #KathleenWalsh #SpeakUp #BreakTheSilence #MensMentalHealth #RealTalk #Justice #Townsville #Podcast

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/www-whoisyourhero-com-au--6879999/support.]]>2477false57full🎙️ Episode 56: Predator on the Pulpit – Kathleen Walsh (Part 1)https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-56-predator-on-the-pulpit-kathleen-walsh-part-1--71698612Episode 56: Predator on the Pulpit – Kathleen Walsh (Part 1)This is not an easy listen…
But it’s an important one.Recorded live at C-Bar on The Strand, overlooking Magnetic Island, this episode pulls back the curtain on a story that should never have happened — and a truth that should never have been hidden.In Part 1, Buzz sits down with Kathleen Walsh — a survivor, advocate, and voice for those who were silenced.What unfolds is raw, confronting, and deeply personal.This is a story about:

Trust that was broken
A system that failed to protect
The silence that followed
And the courage it takes to finally speak

This episode doesn’t chase comfort — it chases truth.⚠️ Trigger Warning:
This episode discusses abuse, trauma, and institutional failure. Please take care while listening.💬 If this episode affects you:
You are not alone.
Reach out to someone you trust or contact support services:

Lifeline: 13 11 14
1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732
Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
In immediate danger: Call 000

Trust that was broken
A system that failed to protect
The silence that followed
And the courage it takes to finally speak

Lifeline: 13 11 14
1800RESPECT: 1800 737 732
Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800
Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636
In immediate danger: Call 000

🔥 This is just the beginning…In Part 2, we go deeper — into accountability, systems, and what must change.Because silence is where this survives…
And we’re not doing silence anymore.🎧 Listen now on all major platforms
📢 Follow, share, and help amplify voices that matter🙏 Proudly supported by:
🍻 C-Bar – Eat. Drink. Celebrate.
🟢 Lactigo – Supporting recovery. Supporting performance.Who Is Your Hero
Real stories. Real people. Real impact.#WhoIsYourHero #PredatorOnThePulpit #KathleenWalsh #SpeakUp #BreakTheSilence #MensMentalHealth #RealTalk #Justice #Townsville #PodcastSupport the show

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/www-whoisyourhero-com-au--6879999/support.]]>2477false156full🎙️ Episode 55: THE HARRY DEAKES COMEBACK – PART 1 From the edge… to a second chancehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-55-the-harry-deakes-comeback-part-1-from-the-edge-to-a-second-chance--71223695THE HARRY DEAKES COMEBACK – PART 1From the edge… to a second chanceThere are episodes you record…
And then there are episodes that stay with you.This is one of them.This isn’t about fame.
This isn’t about headlines.This is about a 24-year-old bloke who went toe-to-toe with the black dog…
and somehow found his way back.Not perfectly.
Not overnight.
But day by day.Step by step.⚠️ THE REALITY FOR YOUNG BLOKES RIGHT NOWWhat Harry opens up about in this episode…
is something happening all around us.The party cycle.
The pressure.
The expectation to keep showing up like everything’s fine… when it’s not.And how easy it is to get caught in it.What starts as a good time…
can slowly turn into something else.Something heavier.
Something harder to escape.And the scariest part?👉 Most people don’t even see it happening.💔 WHEN IT ALL STARTS TO FALL APARTThis is where the story gets real.Because Harry doesn’t hold back.He talks about the dark periods…
the struggles…
the moments where things could’ve gone very differently.And this is the part so many people will relate to—👉 Fighting battles in silence
👉 Feeling stuck
👉 Wondering how the hell you got thereIt’s raw.
It’s honest.
And it’s exactly what more people need to hear.❤️ THE DIFFERENCE – FAMILYBut here’s what stood out more than anything…Family.When things got tough…
when most people would’ve walked away…His family stepped in.They backed him.
They supported him.
They held him together when he couldn’t do it himself.And that’s something not everyone has.Which is why this story matters.Because for every Harry…
there’s someone out there going through the same thing… alone.⚡ THIS IS WHY THIS EPISODE MATTERSThis episode isn’t about having all the answers.It’s about starting the conversation.It’s about letting people know—👉 You’re not alone
👉 You’re not broken
👉 And things can turnNot instantly.
Not easily.But they can.🔥 PART 2 – COMING SOONIf Part 1 is the fall…Part 2 is the rebuild.We’re talking recovery.
Mindset.
Family support.
Stepping into purpose.And how Harry turned his life around and launched his own business—👉 East West ElectricalA business built on resilience, discipline, and doing things the right way.No shortcuts.Just real growth.🤝 SUPPORT THE TRIBEWho Is Your Hero is independent.No big media backing.
No subscriptions.Just real stories… helping real people.If this episode hit home—👉 Share it with someone who needs it
👉 Start a conversation
👉 Tell your people you love themAnd if you want to support the mission—👉 GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/a6e40c460

🎧 LISTEN NOWThis is one every young Aussie needs to hear.Raw.
Unfiltered.
Real.Because sometimes…Hearing someone else’s story
is the thing that helps you stay one more day.—A Who Is Your Hero Production – Buzz#WhoIsYourHero #HeroUp #MensMentalHealth #RealTalk #Resilience #ComebackStory #Family #StayAnotherDay #Tribe
Support the show

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/www-whoisyourhero-com-au--6879999/support.]]>Buzzsprout-18992461Fri, 10 Apr 2026 02:00:00 +0000whoisyourhero🎙️ THE HARRY DEAKES COMEBACK – PART 1From the edge… to a second chanceThere are episodes you record… And then there are episodes that stay with you.This is one of them.This isn’t about fame. This isn’t about headlines.This is about a 24-year-old...THE HARRY DEAKES COMEBACK – PART 1From the edge… to a second chanceThere are episodes you record…
And then there are episodes that stay with you.This is one of them.This isn’t about fame.
This isn’t about headlines.This is about a 24-year-old bloke who went toe-to-toe with the black dog…
and somehow found his way back.Not perfectly.
Not overnight.
But day by day.Step by step.⚠️ THE REALITY FOR YOUNG BLOKES RIGHT NOWWhat Harry opens up about in this episode…
is something happening all around us.The party cycle.
The pressure.
The expectation to keep showing up like everything’s fine… when it’s not.And how easy it is to get caught in it.What starts as a good time…
can slowly turn into something else.Something heavier.
Something harder to escape.And the scariest part?👉 Most people don’t even see it happening.💔 WHEN IT ALL STARTS TO FALL APARTThis is where the story gets real.Because Harry doesn’t hold back.He talks about the dark periods…
the struggles…
the moments where things could’ve gone very differently.And this is the part so many people will relate to—👉 Fighting battles in silence
👉 Feeling stuck
👉 Wondering how the hell you got thereIt’s raw.
It’s honest.
And it’s exactly what more people need to hear.❤️ THE DIFFERENCE – FAMILYBut here’s what stood out more than anything…Family.When things got tough…
when most people would’ve walked away…His family stepped in.They backed him.
They supported him.
They held him together when he couldn’t do it himself.And that’s something not everyone has.Which is why this story matters.Because for every Harry…
there’s someone out there going through the same thing… alone.⚡ THIS IS WHY THIS EPISODE MATTERSThis episode isn’t about having all the answers.It’s about starting the conversation.It’s about letting people know—👉 You’re not alone
👉 You’re not broken
👉 And things can turnNot instantly.
Not easily.But they can.🔥 PART 2 – COMING SOONIf Part 1 is the fall…Part 2 is the rebuild.We’re talking recovery.
Mindset.
Family support.
Stepping into purpose.And how Harry turned his life around and launched his own business—👉 East West ElectricalA business built on resilience, discipline, and doing things the right way.No shortcuts.Just real growth.🤝 SUPPORT THE TRIBEWho Is Your Hero is independent.No big media backing.
No subscriptions.Just real stories… helping real people.If this episode hit home—👉 Share it with someone who needs it
👉 Start a conversation
👉 Tell your people you love themAnd if you want to support the mission—👉 GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/a6e40c460

🎧 LISTEN NOWThis is one every young Aussie needs to hear.Raw.
Unfiltered.
Real.Because sometimes…Hearing someone else’s story
is the thing that helps you stay one more day.—A Who Is Your Hero Production – Buzz#WhoIsYourHero #HeroUp #MensMentalHealth #RealTalk #Resilience #ComebackStory #Family #StayAnotherDay #Tribe
Support the show

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/www-whoisyourhero-com-au--6879999/support.]]>2325falsefullUntitled Episod🎙️ Clint Mackay – Part 2 | Breath, Truth & Becoming Your Own Hero.https://www.spreaker.com/episode/untitled-episod-clint-mackay-part-2-breath-truth-becoming-your-own-hero--71178520🎙️ Clint Mackay – Part 2 | Breath, Truth & Becoming Your Own HeroIn Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Buzz sits back down with Clint Mackay — and this is where things go deeper.From the beaches of Australia to the birthplace of yoga in India, Clint shares how his journey through injury, pain, and self-discovery opened his eyes to a completely different way of living.This episode dives into:🔥 What India really taught him about life, presence, and simplicity
🔥 Why modern life is keeping people distracted, busy… but unfulfilled
🔥 The truth about “freedom” — and why it might not be what you think
🔥 Lightning Ridge, adventure, and what we’ve lost in the cities
🔥 Relationships, growth, and learning to listen instead of react
🔥 The power of values — and why Clint replaced “freedom” with “adventure”And then… one of the most powerful answers we’ve had on the podcast:👉 Who is your hero?Clint’s answer might just change the way you look at your own life.This isn’t just a podcast — it’s a conversation about waking up, slowing down, and becoming the best version of yourself.🎧 Available on all major platforms:
Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Buzzsprout💥 Support the podcast / Join the Tribe:
Patreon 👉 https://www.patreon.com/whoisyourhero

GoFundMe 👉 https://gofund.me/a6e40c460

Your support helps us share more real stories and reach more people who need to hear them.📩 Want to share your story or sponsor an episode?
Email: matt.whoisyourhero@gmail.com

#WhoIsYourHero #HeroUp #RealTalk #MensMentalHealth #Resilience #TribeVsSystem #PodcastAustralia #Growth #Awareness #BeYourOwnHeroSupport the show

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/www-whoisyourhero-com-au--6879999/support.]]>Buzzsprout-18981527Wed, 08 Apr 2026 09:00:00 +0000whoisyourhero🎙️ Clint Mackay – Part 2 | Breath, Truth & Becoming Your Own HeroIn Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Buzz sits back down with Clint Mackay — and this is where things go deeper.From the beaches of Australia to the birthplace of yoga in India,...🎙️ Clint Mackay – Part 2 | Breath, Truth & Becoming Your Own HeroIn Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Buzz sits back down with Clint Mackay — and this is where things go deeper.From the beaches of Australia to the birthplace of yoga in India, Clint shares how his journey through injury, pain, and self-discovery opened his eyes to a completely different way of living.This episode dives into:🔥 What India really taught him about life, presence, and simplicity
🔥 Why modern life is keeping people distracted, busy… but unfulfilled
🔥 The truth about “freedom” — and why it might not be what you think
🔥 Lightning Ridge, adventure, and what we’ve lost in the cities
🔥 Relationships, growth, and learning to listen instead of react
🔥 The power of values — and why Clint replaced “freedom” with “adventure”And then… one of the most powerful answers we’ve had on the podcast:👉 Who is your hero?Clint’s answer might just change the way you look at your own life.This isn’t just a podcast — it’s a conversation about waking up, slowing down, and becoming the best version of yourself.🎧 Available on all major platforms:
Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Buzzsprout💥 Support the podcast / Join the Tribe:
Patreon 👉 https://www.patreon.com/whoisyourhero

GoFundMe 👉 https://gofund.me/a6e40c460

Your support helps us share more real stories and reach more people who need to hear them.📩 Want to share your story or sponsor an episode?
Email: matt.whoisyourhero@gmail.com

#WhoIsYourHero #HeroUp #RealTalk #MensMentalHealth #Resilience #TribeVsSystem #PodcastAustralia #Growth #Awareness #BeYourOwnHeroSupport the show

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🎙️ Pain Into Purpose – The Final ChapterThis is it, legends… the final chapter of one of the most powerful stories ever told on Who Is Your Hero.If you’ve followed Part 1 and Part 2, you already know — this isn’t just a podcast… this is a journey.A journey through:
💔 heartbreak
💪 resilience
👨‍👧 fatherhood
🔥 purpose
🇦🇺 mateship
…and what happens when a man refuses to let tragedy be the end of the story.In Part 3, we go deeper than ever.This is where Ren opens up about:
• Life after loss
• The memories that never leave
• The mates that carry you
• The truth about asking for help
• The role of faith, purpose, and meaning
• And why sometimes… the smallest moments matter the mostYou’ll hear raw honesty.
You’ll hear humour.
You’ll hear pain.
And you’ll hear something even more powerful…👉 hope❤️ At the centre of everything is AmyA daughter.
A fighter.
A legacy.This episode lands as we reflect on the anniversary of Amy’s passing — so we ask you to take a moment… a real moment… to honour her, and every family walking this road right now.💥 NOW IT’S YOUR TURN TO HELPRen isn’t just telling a story — he’s building a mission.👉 Ren’s Million Dollar Mission is funding critical research into DIPG — one of the most aggressive childhood brain cancers in the world.And right now, Ren is chasing something BIG:💥 THE 1000 CLUB
👉 1,000 people donating $1,000 eachIf you’re in a position to give — this is your moment.🔗 Donate here:
👉 www.ccia.org.au/event/rens-million-dollar-mission/home

Even if you can’t donate — share it, talk about it, spread it.Because this is how change happens.🙏 On behalf of every DIPG family in the fight:THANK YOU.🎧 Listen now:
👉 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2601611/episodes/18935435

💛 Support the podcast & help us keep sharing these stories:
👉 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2601611/support

🌍 Learn more about the mission:
👉 www.rensmilliondollarmission.com

This is more than an episode.This is legacy.
This is purpose.
This is what a real hero looks like.🎙️ Episode 52 – Part 3: Ren Pedersen OAM – AVAILABLE NOW#WhoIsYourHero #HeroUp #RenPedersen #RensMillionDollarMission #DIPG #ChildhoodCancer #MensMentalHealth #Resilience #Community #AussiePride #RealTalk #PodcastAustraliaSupport the show

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🎙️ Pain Into Purpose – The Final ChapterThis is it, legends… the final chapter of one of the most powerful stories ever told on Who Is Your Hero.If you’ve followed Part 1 and Part 2, you already know — this isn’t just a podcast… this is a journey.A journey through:
💔 heartbreak
💪 resilience
👨‍👧 fatherhood
🔥 purpose
🇦🇺 mateship
…and what happens when a man refuses to let tragedy be the end of the story.In Part 3, we go deeper than ever.This is where Ren opens up about:
• Life after loss
• The memories that never leave
• The mates that carry you
• The truth about asking for help
• The role of faith, purpose, and meaning
• And why sometimes… the smallest moments matter the mostYou’ll hear raw honesty.
You’ll hear humour.
You’ll hear pain.
And you’ll hear something even more powerful…👉 hope❤️ At the centre of everything is AmyA daughter.
A fighter.
A legacy.This episode lands as we reflect on the anniversary of Amy’s passing — so we ask you to take a moment… a real moment… to honour her, and every family walking this road right now.💥 NOW IT’S YOUR TURN TO HELPRen isn’t just telling a story — he’s building a mission.👉 Ren’s Million Dollar Mission is funding critical research into DIPG — one of the most aggressive childhood brain cancers in the world.And right now, Ren is chasing something BIG:💥 THE 1000 CLUB
👉 1,000 people donating $1,000 eachIf you’re in a position to give — this is your moment.🔗 Donate here:
👉 www.ccia.org.au/event/rens-million-dollar-mission/home

Even if you can’t donate — share it, talk about it, spread it.Because this is how change happens.🙏 On behalf of every DIPG family in the fight:THANK YOU.🎧 Listen now:
👉 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2601611/episodes/18935435

💛 Support the podcast & help us keep sharing these stories:
👉 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2601611/support

🌍 Learn more about the mission:
👉 www.rensmilliondollarmission.com

This is more than an episode.This is legacy.
This is purpose.
This is what a real hero looks like.🎙️ Episode 52 – Part 3: Ren Pedersen OAM – AVAILABLE NOW#WhoIsYourHero #HeroUp #RenPedersen #RensMillionDollarMission #DIPG #ChildhoodCancer #MensMentalHealth #Resilience #Community #AussiePride #RealTalk #PodcastAustraliaSupport the show

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Rebuilding after loss, divorce, and burnout
Why Ren got his commercial helicopter licence in his fifties
The creation of Ren’s Million Dollar Mission
Raising serious money for DIPG research in Australia
The $250,000 Nielsen Foundation donation
Support, resilience, recalibration, and purpose
Why families facing DIPG today have more hope than ever before

A raw, inspiring, and deeply human conversation about not staying down.Please take a moment for Amy today — and if this story moves you, support Ren’s Million Dollar Mission and help keep the fight going. The AFL Masters National Carnival 2026 heads to Newcastle and Lake Macquarie from Sept 27 to Oct 3, bringing together players from across Australia aged 35+ for a week of footy, mateship and memories. It’s more than a game — it’s a reunion of stories, resilience and passion. Dust off the boots, reconnect with your tribe, and be part of one of Australia’s great sporting gatherings. Legends never retire… they just come back for carnival. Support the show

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Rebuilding after loss, divorce, and burnout
Why Ren got his commercial helicopter licence in his fifties
The creation of Ren’s Million Dollar Mission
Raising serious money for DIPG research in Australia
The $250,000 Nielsen Foundation donation
Support, resilience, recalibration, and purpose
Why families facing DIPG today have more hope than ever before

A raw, inspiring, and deeply human conversation about not staying down.Please take a moment for Amy today — and if this story moves you, support Ren’s Million Dollar Mission and help keep the fight going. The AFL Masters National Carnival 2026 heads to Newcastle and Lake Macquarie from Sept 27 to Oct 3, bringing together players from across Australia aged 35+ for a week of footy, mateship and memories. It’s more than a game — it’s a reunion of stories, resilience and passion. Dust off the boots, reconnect with your tribe, and be part of one of Australia’s great sporting gatherings. Legends never retire… they just come back for carnival. Support the show

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/www-whoisyourhero-com-au--6879999/support.]]>2707false152fullEpisode 54 – Clint Mackay (Part 1): From Pain to Presence – Breath, Tribe & Awakeninghttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-54-clint-mackay-part-1-from-pain-to-presence-breath-tribe-awakening--70968989Episode 54 – Clint Mackay (Part 1): From Pain to Presence – Breath, Tribe & AwakeningIn Part 1 of this powerful chat, Buzz sits down with Clint Mackay — son of Greg Mackay, a man known for grit, storytelling and never giving up — for a deep conversation about family, toughness, pain, purpose and waking up to life.Clint opens up about growing up in the Mackay tribe, the lessons his father passed down, and the early moments that made him question the normal path society lays out for us. The conversation then turns raw as Clint shares the serious back injuries that left him relying on huge amounts of painkillers, the dark mental toll that came with it, and the moment yoga became more than a stereotype — it became a lifeline.This episode is about more than stretching or wellness trends. It’s about discipline, breath, self-awareness, and what happens when life forces you to rebuild from the inside out.In this episode:

The Mackay family and growing up in a busy tribe
Lessons from Greg Mackay on resilience and never giving up
Why storytelling shapes how we see our lives
Questioning the system from a young age
Severe back injuries and hitting rock bottom
How yoga became Clint’s path back to healing
Why more Aussie blokes should rethink yoga

A big shoutout to Rebel Wellness, Clint and Sharna’s online coaching platform, where breathwork, movement, discipline and epigenetic profiling come together to help people better understand their bodies and reset their health.👉 Check them out at rebelwellness4581.com
👉 And tell ’em Buzz sent ya.Part 2 is on the way.#WhoIsYourHero #HeroUp #RealTalk #Resilience #Breathwork #Yoga #RebelWellness #MensHealth #Awakening The AFL Masters National Carnival 2026 heads to Newcastle and Lake Macquarie from Sept 27 to Oct 3, bringing together players from across Australia aged 35+ for a week of footy, mateship and memories. It’s more than a game — it’s a reunion of stories, resilience and passion. Dust off the boots, reconnect with your tribe, and be part of one of Australia’s great sporting gatherings. Legends never retire… they just come back for carnival. Support the show

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/www-whoisyourhero-com-au--6879999/support.]]>Buzzsprout-18923965Sun, 29 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0000whoisyourheroEpisode 54 – Clint Mackay (Part 1): From Pain to Presence – Breath, Tribe & AwakeningIn Part 1 of this powerful chat, Buzz sits down with Clint Mackay — son of Greg Mackay, a man known for grit, storytelling and never giving up — for a deep...Episode 54 – Clint Mackay (Part 1): From Pain to Presence – Breath, Tribe & AwakeningIn Part 1 of this powerful chat, Buzz sits down with Clint Mackay — son of Greg Mackay, a man known for grit, storytelling and never giving up — for a deep conversation about family, toughness, pain, purpose and waking up to life.Clint opens up about growing up in the Mackay tribe, the lessons his father passed down, and the early moments that made him question the normal path society lays out for us. The conversation then turns raw as Clint shares the serious back injuries that left him relying on huge amounts of painkillers, the dark mental toll that came with it, and the moment yoga became more than a stereotype — it became a lifeline.This episode is about more than stretching or wellness trends. It’s about discipline, breath, self-awareness, and what happens when life forces you to rebuild from the inside out.In this episode:

The Mackay family and growing up in a busy tribe
Lessons from Greg Mackay on resilience and never giving up
Why storytelling shapes how we see our lives
Questioning the system from a young age
Severe back injuries and hitting rock bottom
How yoga became Clint’s path back to healing
Why more Aussie blokes should rethink yoga

A big shoutout to Rebel Wellness, Clint and Sharna’s online coaching platform, where breathwork, movement, discipline and epigenetic profiling come together to help people better understand their bodies and reset their health.👉 Check them out at rebelwellness4581.com
👉 And tell ’em Buzz sent ya.Part 2 is on the way.#WhoIsYourHero #HeroUp #RealTalk #Resilience #Breathwork #Yoga #RebelWellness #MensHealth #Awakening The AFL Masters National Carnival 2026 heads to Newcastle and Lake Macquarie from Sept 27 to Oct 3, bringing together players from across Australia aged 35+ for a week of footy, mateship and memories. It’s more than a game — it’s a reunion of stories, resilience and passion. Dust off the boots, reconnect with your tribe, and be part of one of Australia’s great sporting gatherings. Legends never retire… they just come back for carnival. Support the show

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/www-whoisyourhero-com-au--6879999/support.]]>2977false154fullEpisode 53: Kara Robinson — Laughter, Service & Shellshocked Comedyhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-53-kara-robinson-laughter-service-shellshocked-comedy--70962504Episode 53: Kara Robinson — Laughter, Service & Shellshocked ComedyBuzzsprout DescriptionWhat happens when comedy becomes more than just a laugh?In Episode 53 of Who Is Your Hero, Buzz sits down with Kara Robinson — Brisbane comedian, community-minded storyteller, and a driving force behind Shellshocked Comedy, a project helping veterans and their families reconnect through humour, honesty, and shared experience.This is a powerful conversation about far more than stand-up.Kara opens up about her early life in Papua New Guinea, the contrast of growing up around violence and then adjusting to Australia, and how humour can become both a coping mechanism and a bridge between pain and healing.The episode explores:

Kara’s path into comedy during Covid
Why veteran humour is so raw, dark, and real
The moment she realised comedy could help veterans open up
The growth of Shellshocked Comedy
Why partners and families of veterans need support too
Breaking trauma cycles and building a better future
How laughter can make people feel seen, safe, and not alone

This is a raw, honest, and at times hilarious chat about service, resilience, mental health, healing, and the power of human connection.Big plug for Kara’s upcoming Brisbane show:Spirit of ServiceA collaboration between Dog Tag Whiskey and Shellshocked Comedy
🔥 Headlined by Nick Cody
📅 23rd April
🕕 Doors open 6pm
📍 Hoppers Brewing Co, AlbionTickets:Find Kara on Instagram: @kararobinsoncomedian
Or search: Spirit of Service Brisbane on EventbriteIf this episode means something to you, share it with someone who needs it.Because sometimes healing doesn’t begin with a big speech…Sometimes it starts with a laugh.Who Is Your Hero — real stories, real people, real resilience. The AFL Masters National Carnival 2026 heads to Newcastle and Lake Macquarie from Sept 27 to Oct 3, bringing together players from across Australia aged 35+ for a week of footy, mateship and memories. It’s more than a game — it’s a reunion of stories, resilience and passion. Dust off the boots, reconnect with your tribe, and be part of one of Australia’s great sporting gatherings. Legends never retire… they just come back for carnival. Support the show

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/www-whoisyourhero-com-au--6879999/support.]]>Buzzsprout-18922875Sat, 28 Mar 2026 21:00:00 +0000whoisyourheropisode NameEpisode 53: Kara Robinson — Laughter, Service & Shellshocked ComedyBuzzsprout DescriptionWhat happens when comedy becomes more than just a laugh?In Episode 53 of Who Is Your Hero, Buzz sits down with Kara Robinson — Brisbane comedian,...Episode 53: Kara Robinson — Laughter, Service & Shellshocked ComedyBuzzsprout DescriptionWhat happens when comedy becomes more than just a laugh?In Episode 53 of Who Is Your Hero, Buzz sits down with Kara Robinson — Brisbane comedian, community-minded storyteller, and a driving force behind Shellshocked Comedy, a project helping veterans and their families reconnect through humour, honesty, and shared experience.This is a powerful conversation about far more than stand-up.Kara opens up about her early life in Papua New Guinea, the contrast of growing up around violence and then adjusting to Australia, and how humour can become both a coping mechanism and a bridge between pain and healing.The episode explores:

Kara’s path into comedy during Covid
Why veteran humour is so raw, dark, and real
The moment she realised comedy could help veterans open up
The growth of Shellshocked Comedy
Why partners and families of veterans need support too
Breaking trauma cycles and building a better future
How laughter can make people feel seen, safe, and not alone

This is a raw, honest, and at times hilarious chat about service, resilience, mental health, healing, and the power of human connection.Big plug for Kara’s upcoming Brisbane show:Spirit of ServiceA collaboration between Dog Tag Whiskey and Shellshocked Comedy
🔥 Headlined by Nick Cody
📅 23rd April
🕕 Doors open 6pm
📍 Hoppers Brewing Co, AlbionTickets:Find Kara on Instagram: @kararobinsoncomedian
Or search: Spirit of Service Brisbane on EventbriteIf this episode means something to you, share it with someone who needs it.Because sometimes healing doesn’t begin with a big speech…Sometimes it starts with a laugh.Who Is Your Hero — real stories, real people, real resilience. The AFL Masters National Carnival 2026 heads to Newcastle and Lake Macquarie from Sept 27 to Oct 3, bringing together players from across Australia aged 35+ for a week of footy, mateship and memories. It’s more than a game — it’s a reunion of stories, resilience and passion. Dust off the boots, reconnect with your tribe, and be part of one of Australia’s great sporting gatherings. Legends never retire… they just come back for carnival. Support the show

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/www-whoisyourhero-com-au--6879999/support.]]>2528false152fullEpisode 52 – Ren Pedersen (Part 1): Pain Into Purposehttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-52-ren-pedersen-part-1-pain-into-purpose--70773275Episode 52 – Ren Pedersen (Part 1): Pain Into PurposeIn this deeply moving episode of Who Is Your Hero, Buzz sits down with Ren Pedersen at the C-Bar in Townsville for one of the most powerful conversations yet.Ren is many things — a Burdekin local, a crane driver, a father, and a man who has lived through every parent’s worst nightmare. After losing his young daughter Amy to DIPG, one of the most aggressive childhood brain cancers, Ren made a promise that would change the course of his life forever.Instead of retreating into grief, he turned pain into purpose.In Part 1, Ren opens up about his early life growing up in the Burdekin, the values that shaped him, the raw reality of hearing the diagnosis no parent should ever hear, and the emotional toll that childhood cancer takes on a family. This is not just a story of heartbreak — it is a story of grit, loyalty, love, and a father’s refusal to let tragedy be the final word.This episode is honest, human, and incredibly important.In this episode, we cover:

Growing up in the Burdekin and small-town values
Family, loyalty, and the people who shape us
The devastating diagnosis of DIPG
Amy’s battle and the reality of childhood brain cancer
The emotional toll on parents, siblings, marriage, and family life
Why hope still matters, even in the darkest moments
The early seeds of what would become Ren’s mission

Ren’s story is one of unimaginable pain — but also unbelievable strength.This is Part 1 of a conversation that will stay with you.🎙️ Listen now and share this episode with someone who needs a reminder that even in the darkest chapters, purpose can still rise.#WhoIsYourHero #RenPedersen #PainIntoPurpose #DIPG #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #Townsville #PodcastAustralia #Resilience #Hope #RealStoriesSupport the show

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/www-whoisyourhero-com-au--6879999/support.]]>Buzzsprout-18878566Fri, 20 Mar 2026 06:00:00 +0000whoisyourheroEpisode 52 – Ren Pedersen (Part 1): Pain Into PurposeIn this deeply moving episode of Who Is Your Hero, Buzz sits down with Ren Pedersen at the C-Bar in Townsville for one of the most powerful conversations yet.Ren is many things — a Burdekin local, a...Episode 52 – Ren Pedersen (Part 1): Pain Into PurposeIn this deeply moving episode of Who Is Your Hero, Buzz sits down with Ren Pedersen at the C-Bar in Townsville for one of the most powerful conversations yet.Ren is many things — a Burdekin local, a crane driver, a father, and a man who has lived through every parent’s worst nightmare. After losing his young daughter Amy to DIPG, one of the most aggressive childhood brain cancers, Ren made a promise that would change the course of his life forever.Instead of retreating into grief, he turned pain into purpose.In Part 1, Ren opens up about his early life growing up in the Burdekin, the values that shaped him, the raw reality of hearing the diagnosis no parent should ever hear, and the emotional toll that childhood cancer takes on a family. This is not just a story of heartbreak — it is a story of grit, loyalty, love, and a father’s refusal to let tragedy be the final word.This episode is honest, human, and incredibly important.In this episode, we cover:

Growing up in the Burdekin and small-town values
Family, loyalty, and the people who shape us
The devastating diagnosis of DIPG
Amy’s battle and the reality of childhood brain cancer
The emotional toll on parents, siblings, marriage, and family life
Why hope still matters, even in the darkest moments
The early seeds of what would become Ren’s mission

Ren’s story is one of unimaginable pain — but also unbelievable strength.This is Part 1 of a conversation that will stay with you.🎙️ Listen now and share this episode with someone who needs a reminder that even in the darkest chapters, purpose can still rise.#WhoIsYourHero #RenPedersen #PainIntoPurpose #DIPG #ChildhoodCancerAwareness #Townsville #PodcastAustralia #Resilience #Hope #RealStoriesSupport the show

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/www-whoisyourhero-com-au--6879999/support.]]>2777falsefullEpisode 51: Maurie Soars, The Push up kinghttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-51-maurie-soars-the-push-up-king--70714999“The One We Couldn’t Cut”Some episodes you plan…
Some you structure…
Some you split into clean little parts so they fit nice and tidy…👉 This wasn’t one of them.This episode…
Just kept going — and for all the right reasons.Because when the conversation is real…
When the walls come down…
When truth starts flowing without filters…You don’t interrupt that.You don’t force a break.You let it breathe.🔥 WHAT YOU’RE ABOUT TO HEARThis isn’t a highlight reel.This is the full journey.The laughs.
The heavy moments.
The uncomfortable truths.
The raw honesty that most people avoid…And the kind of conversation that reminds you:👉 We’re all carrying something.There were moments in this episode where we could’ve stopped…
We could’ve wrapped it up and said, “That’s Part 1…”But it didn’t feel right.Because life doesn’t come in neat little parts.And neither do the stories that matter most.💥 WHY THIS ONE MATTERSThis episode represents everything Who Is Your Hero stands for:

Real people
Real stories
Real conversations
No filters

Just truth.And sometimes…
Truth takes time.❤️ A MESSAGE TO YOU (THE LISTENER)If you’ve made it through this episode —
If you’ve stayed the distance…That says something about you.Because not everyone is willing to sit in the raw.Not everyone is willing to listen…
Really listen.So here’s your challenge:👉 Don’t just listen — act.

Reach out to someone you’ve been thinking about
Say what needs to be said
Tell someone what they mean to you

Real people
Real stories
Real conversations
No filters

Reach out to someone you’ve been thinking about
Say what needs to be said
Tell someone what they mean to you

Because we say it all the time here…Don’t wait for the funeral to give the eulogy.🤝 THANK YOU TO OUR GUESTTo our guest on this episode…Thank you.For the honesty.
For the vulnerability.
And for trusting this platform with your story.That takes courage — and it matters more than you know.🚀 HELP US BUILD THE TRIBEIf this episode hit you…👉 Share it
👉 Tag a mate
👉 Post it upBecause every share helps this message reach someone who might need it.🌍 WHO IS YOUR HERO DAY — MARCH 19This movement is bigger than a podcast.On March 19…Take 19 minutes and tell someone what they mean to you.Say it now.
Don’t wait.And if you can — share your moment with us.Let’s make this go viral in year one.💛 SUPPORT THE MOVEMENTIf you believe in what we’re building…
If these stories matter to you…You can support here:👉 https://ko-fi.com/whoisyourhero

👉 https://gofund.me/a6e40c460

Every bit helps us keep these stories alive.🎧 LISTEN NOWThis one’s not a quick listen…
And it’s not meant to be.Take your time with it.Sit in it.Feel it.🎙️ FINAL WORDThis wasn’t just an episode.This was a reminder…That real conversations still matter.
That people still matter.
And that your story —👉 It matters too.I’m Buzz…
This is Who Is Your HeroAnd as always…👉 Hero up. ❤️
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• The remarkable horse racing moment that proved awareness can still exist
• How writing Awakenings In Real Life helped Dan process the journey with his father
• Why memories are a choice and how we choose to remember our loved ones
• The importance of empathy, perspective, and listening to people’s stories
• Why everyone deserves to be heardDan also shares a powerful message for anyone who still has their parents with them today.Make time for them.Life moves quickly. Work, family responsibilities, and the daily grind can distract us from the people who matter most.But as Dan reminds us, time with our parents is priceless — and once it's gone, we never get it back.World Who Is Your Hero Day – March 19This episode also leads us into something special.March 19 is World Who Is Your Hero Day.The challenge is simple:Take 19 minutes out of your day and tell someone why they matter to you.It could be your parents, partner, children, siblings, or even a friend who helped you through a difficult time.Because sometimes the most powerful words we can say are the ones we never get around to saying.Support the PodcastIf you enjoy Who Is Your Hero and would like to support the show, you can help us keep sharing these powerful stories.You can support the podcast through:• Patreon
• GoFundMe
• Sharing the podcast with friends and familyEvery share, listen, and message helps grow the community and allows these stories to reach people who may need them.Listen Now🎧 Episode 50 – Awakenings In Real Life (Part 2) with Dan Cohen is available now on all major podcast platforms.And remember…Your hero might be closer than you think.Take the time to tell them.
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• The remarkable horse racing moment that proved awareness can still exist
• How writing Awakenings In Real Life helped Dan process the journey with his father
• Why memories are a choice and how we choose to remember our loved ones
• The importance of empathy, perspective, and listening to people’s stories
• Why everyone deserves to be heardDan also shares a powerful message for anyone who still has their parents with them today.Make time for them.Life moves quickly. Work, family responsibilities, and the daily grind can distract us from the people who matter most.But as Dan reminds us, time with our parents is priceless — and once it's gone, we never get it back.World Who Is Your Hero Day – March 19This episode also leads us into something special.March 19 is World Who Is Your Hero Day.The challenge is simple:Take 19 minutes out of your day and tell someone why they matter to you.It could be your parents, partner, children, siblings, or even a friend who helped you through a difficult time.Because sometimes the most powerful words we can say are the ones we never get around to saying.Support the PodcastIf you enjoy Who Is Your Hero and would like to support the show, you can help us keep sharing these powerful stories.You can support the podcast through:• Patreon
• GoFundMe
• Sharing the podcast with friends and familyEvery share, listen, and message helps grow the community and allows these stories to reach people who may need them.Listen Now🎧 Episode 50 – Awakenings In Real Life (Part 2) with Dan Cohen is available now on all major podcast platforms.And remember…Your hero might be closer than you think.Take the time to tell them.
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Lessons resurface.
And we begin to understand that every person we meet is carrying something we cannot see.That’s why podcasts like Front Porch America and Who Is Your Hero matter.They remind us that connection still exists in a world that often feels disconnected.Lessons From Rick WhiteDuring the conversation, Rick shares some of the most important lessons he has learned through podcasting:

People want someone to listen to them.
Your past mistakes do not define who you are.
Everyone has a story that matters.
Listening can be just as powerful as speaking.

People want someone to listen to them.
Your past mistakes do not define who you are.
Everyone has a story that matters.
Listening can be just as powerful as speaking.

These lessons are simple, but they carry enormous weight.Because when people feel heard, something powerful happens — they begin to heal.Support Independent StorytellingRick White is doing incredible work through his podcast Front Porch America, creating a space where people can sit down and tell the stories that shaped their lives.If you enjoy real conversations and meaningful storytelling, we encourage you to support Rick by checking out his podcast on YouTube.Search for Front Porch America and subscribe to follow his journey.World Who Is Your Hero Day – March 19Before you go, remember something important.March 19 is World Who Is Your Hero Day.The idea is simple.Take 19 minutes out of your day and tell someone why they matter to you.It could be a parent.
A partner.
A teacher.
A friend.
Or someone who helped you through a difficult time.Tell them why they are your hero.Because sometimes the most powerful words we can say are the ones we leave unsaid for too long.Listen to Episode 49 Now🎧 Front Porch America – Rick White (Part 3) is now available on all major podcast platforms.Listen now and join the conversation.And remember…Everyone has a story.Maybe all they need is someone willing to sit on the porch and listen.
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• Growing up with a father who could make the impossible possible
• The heartbreaking experience of watching a loved one fade mentally
• Why dementia feels like “grieving someone while they’re still alive”
• The importance of telling people how much they mean to you while you still canThis conversation is emotional, honest, and deeply human — a reminder that the people we love are still there even when illness tries to take them away.And it raises one powerful question:Are we telling our heroes how much they matter while they’re still here?🎙 Guest: Dan Cohen
📖 Author of Awakenings In Real Life
🎧 Host of the Awakenings In Real Life Podcast💡 Remember:
March 19 is World Who Is Your Hero Day.Take 19 minutes to tell someone you love why they matter.🌍 Listen now on:
Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Buzzsprout | All major podcast platformsSupport the show

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• Growing up with a father who could make the impossible possible
• The heartbreaking experience of watching a loved one fade mentally
• Why dementia feels like “grieving someone while they’re still alive”
• The importance of telling people how much they mean to you while you still canThis conversation is emotional, honest, and deeply human — a reminder that the people we love are still there even when illness tries to take them away.And it raises one powerful question:Are we telling our heroes how much they matter while they’re still here?🎙 Guest: Dan Cohen
📖 Author of Awakenings In Real Life
🎧 Host of the Awakenings In Real Life Podcast💡 Remember:
March 19 is World Who Is Your Hero Day.Take 19 minutes to tell someone you love why they matter.🌍 Listen now on:
Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Buzzsprout | All major podcast platformsSupport the show

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Rick is in Kentucky, USA.They’ve only known each other 72 hours… yet the connection is immediate.Because both men believe something the world is starting to forget:People are starving to be listened to.Not judged.
Not labelled.
Not rushed through life.Just heard.In this episode Buzz and Rick go deeper into the heart of storytelling and why podcasts are becoming the modern-day front porch conversation.They discuss:• Why people today feel invisible
• The power of simply listening to someone’s story
• Mental health and helping people stay another day
• The danger of labelling people instead of understanding them
• Addiction recovery and second chances
• Why kindness still changes lives
• How podcasting is documenting real human historyRick also shares how Front Porch America started and why he created a space where anyone — regardless of background — can sit down and tell their story.Buzz reflects on his own journey with Who Is Your Hero, the global community forming around real conversations, and why sometimes one person listening can save a life.This episode is honest, raw, and full of the kind of conversation the modern world desperately needs.Two microphones.
Two countries.
One mission.Real stories. Real people. Real impact.🎙 Listen now on Buzzsprout, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms.
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Rick is in Kentucky, USA.They’ve only known each other 72 hours… yet the connection is immediate.Because both men believe something the world is starting to forget:People are starving to be listened to.Not judged.
Not labelled.
Not rushed through life.Just heard.In this episode Buzz and Rick go deeper into the heart of storytelling and why podcasts are becoming the modern-day front porch conversation.They discuss:• Why people today feel invisible
• The power of simply listening to someone’s story
• Mental health and helping people stay another day
• The danger of labelling people instead of understanding them
• Addiction recovery and second chances
• Why kindness still changes lives
• How podcasting is documenting real human historyRick also shares how Front Porch America started and why he created a space where anyone — regardless of background — can sit down and tell their story.Buzz reflects on his own journey with Who Is Your Hero, the global community forming around real conversations, and why sometimes one person listening can save a life.This episode is honest, raw, and full of the kind of conversation the modern world desperately needs.Two microphones.
Two countries.
One mission.Real stories. Real people. Real impact.🎙 Listen now on Buzzsprout, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms.
Support the show

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Elites and power: do they ever really change, or just change outfits?

Fear and propaganda around independence movements

Papua New Guinea: the truth about the transition, expat anxiety, and why “the storm” never came

Respect, culture, and identity — including a conversation with Roland’s daughter that’ll make you think

Youth and recklessness: the 70s, the bravado, and the moments that expose the real compass underneath

Age, adaptation, and perspective: how the body changes the way the mind negotiates life

And a powerful reminder that sometimes… it’s not the place you’re in — it’s where your head’s at

Elites and power: do they ever really change, or just change outfits?

Fear and propaganda around independence movements

Papua New Guinea: the truth about the transition, expat anxiety, and why “the storm” never came

Respect, culture, and identity — including a conversation with Roland’s daughter that’ll make you think

Youth and recklessness: the 70s, the bravado, and the moments that expose the real compass underneath

Age, adaptation, and perspective: how the body changes the way the mind negotiates life

And a powerful reminder that sometimes… it’s not the place you’re in — it’s where your head’s at

This isn’t a “pick a side” episode. It’s a human episode — messy, honest, funny in parts, heavy in others, and full of the kind of perspective you only get after living a life properly. And here’s the best part… This story isn’t finished. Not even close. There are more chapters, more extracts, more yarns — and I’ve got a feeling Roland might become one of those guests we bring back again and again, because the memories are that intriguing and the conversations go wherever they need to go. 🎧 Hit play on Part 2 now — and if this stirred something in you, share it with a mate who needs a reminder that life can be bloody wild… and still worth living. More parts coming soon. Stay tuned. #WhoIsYourHero #HeroUp #BuzzTalk #InkAcrossEmpires #RolandAllbrook #PNGStories #RealTalk #LifeStories #Memoirs #Resilience #Perspective #PodcastAustralia #Townsville #Cairns #Storytelling

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Depression, identity, and the danger of being “labelled”

Addiction creeping in quietly… then taking over

Rock bottom, homelessness, and the moment you realise you can’t keep going

The power of one person believing in you

Cold turkey recovery, rebuilding life, and finding peace through fishing, health, and purpose

Real strength, self-worth, and what being a hero actually means

If you’ve ever felt lost… or you love someone who is… this episode is for you. 🎧 Listen now — and if this hit home, share it with a mate who needs to hear it. #WhoIsYourHero #HeroUp #RealTalk #MensMentalHealth #AddictionRecovery #DepressionAwareness #SecondChances #Pottsville #SupportTheSupporters #Resilience #AussieStories ☕ Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/whoisyourhero ❤️ GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/a6e40c460

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Depression, identity, and the danger of being “labelled”

Addiction creeping in quietly… then taking over

Rock bottom, homelessness, and the moment you realise you can’t keep going

The power of one person believing in you

Cold turkey recovery, rebuilding life, and finding peace through fishing, health, and purpose

Real strength, self-worth, and what being a hero actually means

If you’ve ever felt lost… or you love someone who is… this episode is for you. 🎧 Listen now — and if this hit home, share it with a mate who needs to hear it. #WhoIsYourHero #HeroUp #RealTalk #MensMentalHealth #AddictionRecovery #DepressionAwareness #SecondChances #Pottsville #SupportTheSupporters #Resilience #AussieStories ☕ Support the show: https://ko-fi.com/whoisyourhero ❤️ GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/a6e40c460

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Growing up moving towns and adapting constantly

Bullying and the moment you decide to stand up

Identity, belonging and rebellion

The difference between comfort and complacency

Why responsibility is power

How hitting zero can reset your perspective

There’s no victim narrative here. Dane owns his choices. He doesn’t blame the world. He doesn’t glorify bad decisions. He talks honestly about what it means to rebuild your worth before you rebuild your wealth. And that’s a message many people need to hear. Because here’s the truth: If your health isn’t right, you can’t help anyone. If your worth is broken, you’ll chase the wrong things. If you don’t find your why, you’ll drift again. Rock bottom can either bury you… or build you. The Bigger Conversation This episode also touches on themes that don’t get spoken about enough: Standing up for yourself. The danger of staying too comfortable. How judgement kills growth. Why some lessons only come through discomfort. It’s raw. It’s unscripted. And it’s only Part 1. Part 2 — Coming Soon In Part 2, we go deeper: The Melbourne chapter. The addiction spiral. The real turning points. And the reset that changed everything. If Part 1 is the foundation… Part 2 is where it gets real. Support Those Who Support the Tribe Massive thanks to Rob and Katie at The Townsville Hotel for backing this podcast and supporting real community conversations. If you’re in Townsville, get in there. Support the locals who support movements like this. This is Who Is Your Hero. Real people. Real turns. Real second chances. If this episode hit home — share it. Message a mate. Start a conversation. Because sometimes the hero isn’t the one who never fell… It’s the one who got back up. Hero up.

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Growing up moving towns and adapting constantly

Bullying and the moment you decide to stand up

Identity, belonging and rebellion

The difference between comfort and complacency

Why responsibility is power

How hitting zero can reset your perspective

There’s no victim narrative here. Dane owns his choices. He doesn’t blame the world. He doesn’t glorify bad decisions. He talks honestly about what it means to rebuild your worth before you rebuild your wealth. And that’s a message many people need to hear. Because here’s the truth: If your health isn’t right, you can’t help anyone. If your worth is broken, you’ll chase the wrong things. If you don’t find your why, you’ll drift again. Rock bottom can either bury you… or build you. The Bigger Conversation This episode also touches on themes that don’t get spoken about enough: Standing up for yourself. The danger of staying too comfortable. How judgement kills growth. Why some lessons only come through discomfort. It’s raw. It’s unscripted. And it’s only Part 1. Part 2 — Coming Soon In Part 2, we go deeper: The Melbourne chapter. The addiction spiral. The real turning points. And the reset that changed everything. If Part 1 is the foundation… Part 2 is where it gets real. Support Those Who Support the Tribe Massive thanks to Rob and Katie at The Townsville Hotel for backing this podcast and supporting real community conversations. If you’re in Townsville, get in there. Support the locals who support movements like this. This is Who Is Your Hero. Real people. Real turns. Real second chances. If this episode hit home — share it. Message a mate. Start a conversation. Because sometimes the hero isn’t the one who never fell… It’s the one who got back up. Hero up.

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Surrender versus forcing outcomes

Health before wealth — and why getting the order wrong costs everything

Minimalism, freedom, and choosing enough

Why horses don’t need to be “fixed” — and neither do people

The power of pause, breath, and nervous system regulation

Leadership without dominance

Why horses are mirrors — not tools

And how service, presence, and emotional intelligence raise consciousness more than success ever will

Surrender versus forcing outcomes

Health before wealth — and why getting the order wrong costs everything

Minimalism, freedom, and choosing enough

Why horses don’t need to be “fixed” — and neither do people

The power of pause, breath, and nervous system regulation

Leadership without dominance

Why horses are mirrors — not tools

And how service, presence, and emotional intelligence raise consciousness more than success ever will

This conversation also touches on equine therapy, meditation, breathwork, and why nature strips away the masks we’ve learned to wear in modern life. Horses don’t respond to pressure. They don’t care about status or story. They respond to authenticity, calm, and consistency. And so does life. If you’ve ever felt stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, or like you’re constantly white-knuckling your way through — this episode offers something rare: permission to slow down. 🎧 Episode 44 – Horses Don’t Lie (Part 2) Available now on Podbean, Spotify & Apple Podcasts. 📌 Who Is Your Hero — real stories, real lessons, no bullshit.

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Why families feel more distant than they used to — and what that’s doing to kids

The difference between “masculinity” and being a grub

Why respect matters: sir, mister, please, thank you — the basics that build character

How clubs and sport used to shape young blokes — and why that matters more than ever

Why the world is feeding kids adult chaos 24/7 through screens and notifications

Why parents are time-poor, burnt out, and trying to do it all with no real tools

The power of a simple line from an older bloke: “I’ve got your back.”

And yes… there’s footy talk, golf club culture, and a bit of Buzz & Schuey chaos that’ll have you laughing out loud.

Who this episode is for If you’re any of these people — this one’s for you:

A young bloke needing direction
A parent wondering what the hell happened to manners and respect
An older bloke who wants to be a better mentor
Anyone who’s sick of the noise and wants real conversation about standards, tribe, and leadership

This is the kind of episode that might ruffle feathers… but it might also help a lot of people. Part 4 — The Final Chapter And listen closely, tribe… Part 4 is the last episode of The Schuey Story. The final chapter. The big wrap-up. The legacy piece. If Part 3 lit the fire — Part 4 brings it home. So share this with a mate, drop it in the group chat, and keep your eyes open — because when Part 4 lands… it’s the closing whistle. Your turn, tribe If this episode hit you — message me and tell me what part landed hardest:

The respect stuff?
The father/mentor/club culture?
The “I’ve got your back” line?
The truth about kids being raised by screens?

I read it all. And I’m building this show for the people who need it. Hero up. Lift the standard. Back your mates. Buzz out. ❤️ #WhoIsYourHero #HeroUp #BuzzTalk #MensMentalHealth #RealTalk #Resilience #Community #Leadership #Townsville #AussiePride

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Why families feel more distant than they used to — and what that’s doing to kids

The difference between “masculinity” and being a grub

Why respect matters: sir, mister, please, thank you — the basics that build character

How clubs and sport used to shape young blokes — and why that matters more than ever

Why the world is feeding kids adult chaos 24/7 through screens and notifications

Why parents are time-poor, burnt out, and trying to do it all with no real tools

The power of a simple line from an older bloke: “I’ve got your back.”

And yes… there’s footy talk, golf club culture, and a bit of Buzz & Schuey chaos that’ll have you laughing out loud.

Who this episode is for If you’re any of these people — this one’s for you:

A young bloke needing direction
A parent wondering what the hell happened to manners and respect
An older bloke who wants to be a better mentor
Anyone who’s sick of the noise and wants real conversation about standards, tribe, and leadership

The respect stuff?
The father/mentor/club culture?
The “I’ve got your back” line?
The truth about kids being raised by screens?

I read it all. And I’m building this show for the people who need it. Hero up. Lift the standard. Back your mates. Buzz out. ❤️ #WhoIsYourHero #HeroUp #BuzzTalk #MensMentalHealth #RealTalk #Resilience #Community #Leadership #Townsville #AussiePride

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The pure joy of walking back through that front door

Why the proudest moment isn’t a medal parade, it’s a hug from your kids

Partners as the unsung heroes of service life

Moving house, raising kids and holding the fort while your soldier is on the other side of the world

Leadership that doesn’t stop when the uniform comes off

Life after the Army: losing structure, adjusting, frustration and finding a new way to lead

Tough love, failure, and why we need to let young people fall, learn, and get back up

How discipline, planning and debriefing can change not just operations, but families, workplaces and communities

This is Schuey at his most human — honest, funny, raw, and full of hard-earned wisdom about parenting, resilience, leadership and the next generation. 💬 YOUR STORY: “How You Got To Here” If this conversation stirred something in you… if your journey has a “how I got to here” story that could inspire someone else — I want to hear from you. You don’t have to be a soldier. You don’t have to be perfect. You just have to be real. If your path — your scars, your comeback, your lessons — could help even one mate or stranger keep going, reach out. 📩 Message me, email me, DM me — anywhere you see Who Is Your Hero. This movement is built on real people, real stories, real courage, and real bloody heart. Part 3 of The Schuey Schuman Story is coming very soon, where we go even deeper into leadership, legacy and what it means to be a modern man with old-school values. This is Buzz. This is Who Is Your Hero. Tonight we honoured a warrior. Hero Up, legends.

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The pure joy of walking back through that front door

Why the proudest moment isn’t a medal parade, it’s a hug from your kids

Partners as the unsung heroes of service life

Moving house, raising kids and holding the fort while your soldier is on the other side of the world

Leadership that doesn’t stop when the uniform comes off

Life after the Army: losing structure, adjusting, frustration and finding a new way to lead

Tough love, failure, and why we need to let young people fall, learn, and get back up

How discipline, planning and debriefing can change not just operations, but families, workplaces and communities

This is Schuey at his most human — honest, funny, raw, and full of hard-earned wisdom about parenting, resilience, leadership and the next generation. 💬 YOUR STORY: “How You Got To Here” If this conversation stirred something in you… if your journey has a “how I got to here” story that could inspire someone else — I want to hear from you. You don’t have to be a soldier. You don’t have to be perfect. You just have to be real. If your path — your scars, your comeback, your lessons — could help even one mate or stranger keep going, reach out. 📩 Message me, email me, DM me — anywhere you see Who Is Your Hero. This movement is built on real people, real stories, real courage, and real bloody heart. Part 3 of The Schuey Schuman Story is coming very soon, where we go even deeper into leadership, legacy and what it means to be a modern man with old-school values. This is Buzz. This is Who Is Your Hero. Tonight we honoured a warrior. Hero Up, legends.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/www-whoisyourhero-com-au--6879999/support.]]>2053false57fullEpisode 38 : Part 1 of 4 , The stephen Schuman Story .https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-38-part-1-of-4-the-stephen-schuman-story--70057844

Growing up in a country town where you pitch in or piss off

Why artillery isn’t glamorous – it’s maths at 3am that can save or ruin lives

Seven brutal years in Townsville heat and how they forged his character

First deployment to East Timor and how it quietly changed him

Being hand-picked to embed with the British in Helmand Province

Kabul, culture, and the mental war of training the Afghan National Army

What real leadership looks like – listening, backing your people, leading from the front

How the Army’s changed and what that says about today’s youth and society

Why men need to talk more and bottle up less

That incredible line: “I’d rather spend two hours on the phone than ten minutes doing their eulogy.”

Growing up in a country town where you pitch in or piss off

Why artillery isn’t glamorous – it’s maths at 3am that can save or ruin lives

Seven brutal years in Townsville heat and how they forged his character

First deployment to East Timor and how it quietly changed him

Being hand-picked to embed with the British in Helmand Province

Kabul, culture, and the mental war of training the Afghan National Army

What real leadership looks like – listening, backing your people, leading from the front

How the Army’s changed and what that says about today’s youth and society

Why men need to talk more and bottle up less

That incredible line: “I’d rather spend two hours on the phone than ten minutes doing their eulogy.”

This is not a trauma dump and it’s not an ADF propaganda piece. It’s a celebration of a life lived with purpose, grit, discipline and humility – and a blueprint for better leadership for young fellas and older blokes alike. Part 1 sets the scene and builds the man. Part 2… you’ll hear the moment that fills him with the most pride. If this yarn stirs anything up for you, reach out to a mate or contact support services like Beyond Blue, Lifeline or Open Arms. Talking is stronger than silence. 🎙 Hosted by Matthew “Buzz” Fidler – Who Is Your Hero? 💚 Support the podcast & mental health storytelling: Ko-fi: https://ko-fi.com/whoisyourhero GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/a6e40c460 #WhoIsYourHero #HeroUp #StephenSchuman #AustralianVeteran #Leadership #MensMentalHealth #YouAreEnough

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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/www-whoisyourhero-com-au--6879999/support.]]>1988false52fullEpisode 37: Grab Life, Swing Harder – The Mark De Jong Story (Part 1)https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-37-grab-life-swing-harder-the-mark-de-jong-story-part-1--70057875
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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/www-whoisyourhero-com-au--6879999/support.]]>1933false51fullEpisode 36 (Part 1) of Sunday Sessions with Buzz & Gypsie.https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-36-part-1-of-sunday-sessions-with-buzz-gypsie--70057840
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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/www-whoisyourhero-com-au--6879999/support.]]>3137false49fullEpisode 34 – Part 2: “How the Hell Did We Get Here?” (Buzz & Gypsie)https://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-34-part-2-how-the-hell-did-we-get-here-buzz-gypsie--70057878
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the night with whiskey and sleeping tablets

the loneliness no crowd ever sees

how two giant wolfhounds became her guardians and her reason to breathe

and why she built a nutrition range and wrote a 100,000-word book parked up in a van… because purpose had to be forged out of pain.

the night with whiskey and sleeping tablets

the loneliness no crowd ever sees

how two giant wolfhounds became her guardians and her reason to breathe

and why she built a nutrition range and wrote a 100,000-word book parked up in a van… because purpose had to be forged out of pain.

We talk social anxiety, introversion, and the truth that saved her: “This too shall pass.” “Discipline is freedom.” “The body remembers what the soul won’t say.” You’ll hear how she survives the dark now: rhythms and routines—training, eating, work, wolves, nature—rinse and repeat until the cloud lifts. And we go deep on belonging—how some of us are called to live on the fringe, and still be a light in the darkness. This isn’t a highlight reel. It’s a human being, brave enough to tell the part most people skip. Episode 33: Part 2 — Amanda Allen. Hit play. Share it with someone who needs a reason to keep going. Hero Up.

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“When life wasn’t a podium, but a pit.”

How she found safety and started again.

Why discipline is freedom when everything in you wants to quit.

The comeback in her forties and fifties — and the truth for anyone who thinks their best years are gone.

The wolfhounds, the wild, and how nature held her together when nothing else did.

“When life wasn’t a podium, but a pit.”

How she found safety and started again.

Why discipline is freedom when everything in you wants to quit.

The comeback in her forties and fifties — and the truth for anyone who thinks their best years are gone.

The wolfhounds, the wild, and how nature held her together when nothing else did.

Amanda’s words will smash you in the chest and stitch you back together. It’s guts to glory, and it might be the most important conversation we’ve had. If you need a reason to keep going — this is it. Hit play. Share it with someone who needs hope today. Who Is Your Hero — Episode 33 Now on Podbean, Spotify, Apple Podcasts. Hero Up. 👊

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The image Jason can’t forget from Lismore — and what it taught him about human fragility and real resilience.

Why shelter before anything (health triage → shelter → water → fire → food) matters — and how a roof flips people from surviving to thriving.

Jason’s own scars — vanlife, temporary housing, mental health dips — and how purpose + discipline (run, meditate, train) keep him moving.

The Heartland model explained in plain language: one home sold helps rehome another (no interest, no fees, pay-it-forward into the next family’s home).

Versatile, off-grid, expandable homes — and why independence = health + dignity.

The bigger picture: housing crisis, rough sleepers, single mums, veterans, men needing community — and how Heartland plans to meet them where they are.

Buzz’s 4 Pillars (Health • Worth • Why • Wealth) in action — and why purpose stops the spiral.

The image Jason can’t forget from Lismore — and what it taught him about human fragility and real resilience.

Why shelter before anything (health triage → shelter → water → fire → food) matters — and how a roof flips people from surviving to thriving.

Jason’s own scars — vanlife, temporary housing, mental health dips — and how purpose + discipline (run, meditate, train) keep him moving.

The Heartland model explained in plain language: one home sold helps rehome another (no interest, no fees, pay-it-forward into the next family’s home).

Versatile, off-grid, expandable homes — and why independence = health + dignity.

The bigger picture: housing crisis, rough sleepers, single mums, veterans, men needing community — and how Heartland plans to meet them where they are.

Buzz’s 4 Pillars (Health • Worth • Why • Wealth) in action — and why purpose stops the spiral.

Big Question teaser: We finish Part 1 warming up for the one we ask every guest… “Who is your Hero?” (Jason answers it in the series.) 🎧 Listen now: Podbean | Spotify | Apple 🔗 whoisyourhero.com.au 🔗 heartlandhomesproject.com

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Why the system wants you exhausted, obedient, and silent

Why “being a man” today feels like a no-win game

How the pressure to perform is quietly killing us

And why YOU ARE ENOUGH, exactly as you are—no cape, no six-pack required

Why the system wants you exhausted, obedient, and silent

Why “being a man” today feels like a no-win game

How the pressure to perform is quietly killing us

And why YOU ARE ENOUGH, exactly as you are—no cape, no six-pack required

We’re flipping the script, burning the old rules, and starting a tribe that’s got your back without the bullshit. 💥 This episode hits different. 💥 It’s the permission you didn’t know you needed. 💥 It’s the mic drop modern masculinity has been waiting for. 🧭 One rule to burn. 🧱 One part of your story to rewrite. 🤝 One brother to share this with. 📍 Streaming soon on PODBEAN 🔗 www.whoisyourhero.com.au 🎧 Follow. Support. Join the rebellion. Because enough is enough. And so are you. #TribeVsSystem #YouAreEnough #MensMentalHealth #RewriteTheRules #BurnTheBlueprint #WhoIsYourHero #BrotherhoodWithoutBullshit #DialysisDiaries #RealNotPerfect #ShowUpUnfiltered

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