Woke Blokes Podcast
121 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsLived experience mental health practitioners Nick Sutherland from MyndFit and Ryan Hassan from The Centre for Healing bring you the Woke Blokes Podcast! Laugh at them and with them as they talk all things mental health and wellbeing related, giving insights from their own journeys to rock bottom and back in the hope of providing some food for thought for all the listeners to chew on.
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Episodes
Woke Blokes Episode #68 - Living Permaculture Principles with Looby
October 07, 2021 04:54 - 1 hour - 93.7 MBIn this episode the guys are joined by Looby Macnamara, author and teacher of permaculture, to discuss how we can incorporate the underpinning principles of permaculture into our lives to help not only ourselves and the community, but the planet too.
Woke Blokes Episode #67 - Mates Helping Mates with Chris & Cam
October 01, 2021 02:40 - 1 hour - 91.9 MBIt doesn’t get much better than when a mate see’s another mate being happier and says “I’ll have me some of that too thanks!” That’s exactly what happened when Chris saw his best friend Cam living a better quality of life after “doing the work” and on this episode, they share their story of how it all came to be. Bloody inspiring stuff!
Woke Blokes Episode #66 - Keys to Overcoming Adversity with Zack
September 20, 2021 00:31 - 1 hour - 88.5 MBIn this episode Zack joins the guys and shares how strengthening and conditioning his mind helped him to not get stuck when “life happened” and how he kept moving forward in the face of life threatening adversity. A truly inspirational guy with an incredible story…don’t miss this one!
Woke Blokes Episode #65 - Awaken To The True Light Of Your Nature
September 10, 2021 13:22 - 1 hour - 89.8 MBThe ego’s nature is selfish and destructive, but below that is a pure, compassionate, loving nature that we can all learn to connect with and operate from. This episode discusses the 2 natures and the guys share their way of living within that pure nature.
Woke Blokes Episode #64 - Talking Philosophy and The Self with Dan McLean
August 26, 2021 04:35 - 1 hour - 107 MBStrap yourselves in as Nick, Ryan and their guest “Deep Dan McLean” magically weave their way through all things philosophical, metaphysical, psychological, emotional, spiritual and everything in between in this epic brain busting episode!
Woke Blokes Episode #63 - Finding Your Tribe & Transformation with Matthew McNutt
August 19, 2021 04:59 - 1 hour - 88.4 MBMatt joins the blokes all the way from the U S of A in this wonderfully open, inquisitive and inspiring episode in which Matt shares the highs, lows and everything in between on his journey from being out in the wilderness and finding his way back (with Ryans help).
Woke Blokes Episode #62 - The Modern Bloke with Sean Coffin
August 12, 2021 09:31 - 1 hour - 89.8 MBSean Coffin from The Modern Bloke and the guys have a really important conversation in this episode about what are men supposed to be in this day and age? Theres a lot of confusion on that topic so it’s a great listen, one which may challenge a few people though.
Woke Blokes Episode # 61 - Change & Polarity
July 26, 2021 22:40 - 57 minutes - 79 MBChange is inevitable, so why do so many of us resist or fear it? In this episode, Nick and Ryan dive into some examples of how embracing change can make life feel much easier and also how one end of the spectrum creates the other.
Woke Blokes Episode #60 - My Ego Kidnapped Me
July 13, 2021 00:42 - 1 hour - 87.8 MBThe never ending desire for more….we’ve all experienced it so in this episode, the guys dive deeper into where that desire comes from and how we can all step back and check in with ourselves to then choose what is really best for us, not just our ego.
Woke Blokes Episode #59 - Human Desire For The "Quick Fix"
June 24, 2021 00:55 - 1 hour - 93.6 MBThe magic wand, Hail Mary, miracle pill, snap of the fingers for a quick fix…the desire to be better or happier or healthier often masks the hard work, discipline and commitment required to actually achieve those lofty heights. In this episode, the boys break down whats involved in “doing the work”.
Woke Blokes Episode #58 - Kristie's Metanoia
June 07, 2021 10:30 - 59 minutes - 82.4 MBIn this episode the guys have a great chat with Kristie and learn what sort of ripple effect “doing the work” has had, and how it has helped improve all facets of her life. Great listening for those wondering if all the hard work is worth it!
Woke Blokes Episode #57 - Integrating Anger & Living a Deliberate Life
May 11, 2021 10:06 - 1 hour - 85.3 MBAnger is a natural human reaction to situations so in this episode the boys discuss how to mindfully use it and then extend that into living a more deliberate life.
Woke Blokes Episode #56 - 10 Ways To Increase Your "Feel Good" Brain Chemicals
April 20, 2021 01:34 - 1 hour - 101 MBIn this episode, Nick and Ryan discuss 10 things all of us can do to naturally help create those warm fuzzy feelings more often and in a healthy way.
Woke Blokes Episode #55 - Ego
April 06, 2021 02:30 - 59 minutes - 82.2 MBAhhhhh….the ego. We all have one, but what is it exactly? And what does it do? In this episode, Nick and Ryan try and step out of their egos and explain how we can lead happier and healthier lives with less ego involved.
Woke Blokes Episode #54 - How To Create Mental Stability
March 24, 2021 01:09 - 1 hour - 86.5 MBMental stability, or the ability to self manage and self regulate our emotions is a really important skill to develop, especially in this day and age. In this episode the guys take listeners through a few points on how to create this feeling of inner peace and happiness.
Woke Blokes Episode #53 - Author Tom Ahern
March 16, 2021 01:19 - 1 hour - 84.6 MBIn this episode Ryan sits down with author Tom Ahern to discuss his new book, “But You Never Left” - a great balance of Tom’s story and his philosophies of what it means to be human. Enjoy!
Woke Blokes Episode #52 - The Random Show
March 01, 2021 00:31 - 1 hour - 94.2 MBThe whole reason the boys created the Woke Blokes Podcast was as an excuse to catch up with each other; they had a great connection and made a way to come together via the WBP. This episode is a great example of that in action - its just the boys catching up. So sit back and put yourself in the room with them as they roll through different topics and find the answers to all the universes questions.
Woke Blokes Episode #51 ANGRY NICK!
February 11, 2021 03:54 - 1 hour - 87.5 MBThe Sultan of Still has been rattled! Ok not really, but this week Nick discusses a few events that once would have left him completely bent out of shape and how he managed to mindfully set some boundaries.
Woke Blokes Episode #50 - 50th Episode Celebrations!
January 27, 2021 10:21 - 1 hour - 90.7 MBThey’ve cracked the half century!! Who would’ve thought that a couple of blokes who decided to do a podcast as a reason to hang out would manage to reach 50 episodes? In this milestone episode, the boys reflect on the 49 hours worth of audio content they’ve previously produced and express gratitude to you, the Woke Bloke Podcast family for your ongoing support. Much love from Nick and Ryan!
Woke Blokes Episode #49 - Drew Wild; Are We Addicted To Distraction?
January 18, 2021 03:28 - 58 minutes - 80.3 MBRyan loves the cut of this mans jib, so the boys invited Drew “The Addiction Innovator” Wild on to the show to discuss addiction and how can we as a health industry change the way we approach working with addicts.
Woke Blokes Episode #48 - What Does It Mean To Be "Healthy"?
January 06, 2021 00:37 - 1 minute - 117 MBHealth….is a word that encompasses many things so in this episode, the boys break it down and dive into how we can be healthier on many different levels.
Woke Blokes Episode #47 - CEO @ Australian Mens Health Forum Glen Poole
December 22, 2020 04:25 - 1 hour - 87.5 MBIn this episode, Nick and Glen Poole, CEO of the Australian Mens Health Forum by CEO Glen Poole listen to Ryan tell a really long story, then finally hear about the amazing work being done at the AMHF.
Woke Blokes Episode #46 - Meditation Or A Meditative Life?
December 14, 2020 23:26 - 1 hour - 109 MBIn this episode, Nick (The Sultan of Still) talks about the difference between meditation as a practice and living a meditative life and the boys dive into a discussion on how we as humans can learn to be more still, grounded and present in our day to day lives.
Woke Blokes #45 - A Trip Down Memory Lane
December 02, 2020 03:15 - 1 hour - 94.2 MBNick and Ryan jump in their DeLorean and head back in time to talk about the recurring themes that keep coming up in the podcast in this reflective and retrospective episode.
Woke Blokes Episode #45 - A Trip Down Memory Lane
December 02, 2020 03:15 - 1 hour - 94.2 MBNick and Ryan jump in their DeLorean and head back in time to talk about the recurring themes that keep coming up in the podcast in this reflective and retrospective episode.
Woke Blokes Episode #44 - Mel From The Centre For Healing
November 16, 2020 22:11 - 1 hour - 87.3 MBRyan gets benched this week and is replaced by his (much) better half Mel, who chats with Nick about her new book “The Natural High” and what its been like running a business overseas during COVID19 while also making time for the family.
Woke Blokes Episode #43 - Matty Pitt On Dealing With Grief
November 07, 2020 01:40 - 1 hour - 99.5 MBNick invited his mate Matty Pitt to come and talk about how he handled the devastating loss of his wife to cancer and the subsequent rebuilding of a life with their 3 kids. A truly extraordinary episode and one which you honestly can’t miss. If this doesn’t get you right in the feels then nothing will.
Woke Blokes Episode #42 - International Dharma Teacher Catherine Ingram
October 26, 2020 21:19 - 1 hour - 100 MBThis week the boys have the genuine pleasure of chatting to Catherine Ingram about her book “Passionate Presence - 7 Steps to Awakened Awareness”, her experiences in meeting His Holiness The Dalai Lama, and Buddhist philosophy and how to incorporate it into our daily lives.
Woke Blokes Episode #41 - The Power & Pain Of Change With Shane Kelton
October 20, 2020 10:02 - 1 hour - 108 MBThe boys must have done something right because they have a guest back for a second crack! Shane Kelton puts himself out there again and opens up about what his experience with personal growth has been like.
Woke Blokes Episode #40 - The Power Of Choice
October 06, 2020 07:06 - 1 hour - 101 MBFree will. We all have it, but how often do we have the capacity to employ it? In this episode, the boys dive down a few rabbit holes and explore how our emotions drive so much of what we say and do, and how to stay in our power more often.
Woke Blokes Episode #39 - National Mental Health Commission CEO Christine Morgan
October 02, 2020 06:40 - 57 minutes - 79 MBThe boys are joined in this episode by the CEO of the National Mental Health Commission and Suicide Prevention Advisor to the Australian PrIme Minister Christine Morgan who discusses what the mental health landscape looks like for the next 10 years.
Woke Blokes Episode #38 - Tayla Harris Talks Mental Health, Trolls, & Resilience
September 25, 2020 00:43 - 50 minutes - 69.5 MBAFLW star, boxing champion, women’s rights ambassador, legend of a human being and she who had a statue of her made….Tayla Harris is on the show! Way back in Episode #3, the boys had heard about the online abuse hurled towards Tayla from internet trolls so dedicated a whole episode to it. Now months later, they get to chat with Tayla about how she handled the experience and the positive things that have come from it.
Woke Blokes Episode #37 - Gus Worland Has Gotcha 4 Life
September 17, 2020 04:16 - 44 minutes - 62 MBThe man, the myth….the LEGEND! The dulcet tones of Gus Worland graces Woke Blokes HQ this week as the boys talk to Gus about his amazing initiative with Gotcha 4 Life and what his mission in the mental health field is. A great listen!
Woke Blokes Episode #36 - The 4 Agreements Breakdown
September 08, 2020 11:20 - 1 hour - 132 MBA staple for anyone on the path to personal development, both Nick and Ryan (and millions of others around the world) absolutely love this gem by Don Miguel Ruiz for the powerful yet simple wisdom it provides.
Episode #35 - What Limiting Beliefs Do I Have?
August 26, 2020 04:48 - 1 hour - 118 MBThis is a long one folks! In this episode, the boys explore limiting beliefs (or “they which retard our emotional growth”) and how we can change them in order to free ourselves to be more in the drivers seat.
Woke Blokes Episode #35 - What Limiting Beliefs Do I Have?
August 26, 2020 04:48 - 1 hour - 118 MBThis is a long one folks! In this episode, the boys explore limiting beliefs (or “they which retard our emotional growth”) and how we can change them in order to free ourselves to be more in the drivers seat.
Woke Blokes Episode #34 - Changing The Narrative With Matt Runnalls
August 13, 2020 02:08 - 1 hour - 120 MBMatt Runnalls from Mindfull Aus chats with the boys about his lifelong relationship with mental illness and how he is now thriving instead of surviving, and helping others to do the same by changing the perception of mental health.
Woke Blokes Episode #33 - The 5 Steps To Change
August 07, 2020 06:11 - 1 hour - 118 MBFor those of you who struggle with creating sustainable change in your life - this ones for you! The boys discuss the steps required in order to change and also what barriers and obstacles people face when trying to do so.
Woke Blokes Episode #33
August 07, 2020 06:11 - 1 hour - 118 MBFor those of you who struggle with creating sustainable change in your life - this ones for you! The boys discuss the steps required in order to change and also what barriers and obstacles people face when trying to do so.
Woke Blokes Episode #32 - Accountability
July 31, 2020 02:47 - 1 hour - 130 MBReally interesting episode in which the boys explore how important being accountable and taking steps towards looking after your mental health and wellbeing is.
Woke Blokes Episode #31 - Losing Both Legs & Winning Gold Medals with Ralph DeQuebec
July 24, 2020 05:23 - 53 minutes - 101 MBThe boys complete the "We Are All One Story" journey in this episode by interviewing Ralph DeQuebec - Marine veteran & purple heart recipient, double leg amputee, gold medal winning Paralympian and a truly inspiring human being.
Woke Blokes Episode #30 - How To Rewire Your Brain
July 17, 2020 04:22 - 51 minutes - 98.2 MBNick is in his element on this episode! Listen in or even better, watch on Ryans YouTube channel (The Centre for Healing) as Nick jumps on the whiteboard to explain neuroplasticity and how we can rewire our brains to think, feel and behave differently.
Woke Blokes Episode #29 - Comfort Zones: A Deep Dive
July 02, 2020 03:16 - 1 hour - 141 MB“A comfort zone is a beautiful thing, but nothing ever grows there”. This week the boys explore why we tend to love our comfort zones and what the negative impact of staying in there too much has on our growth and overall wellbeing.
Woke Blokes Episode #28 - Our Souls Evolution With Debra Bull
June 24, 2020 22:47 - 1 hour - 151 MBWoke woman, founder of Soul Evolution, recovered alcoholic, healer, light worker, inspirational teacher…the wonderful and uplifting Deb Bull joins Nick and Ryan in this episode and takes them on a journey through the more spiritual/energetic side of helping people.
Woke Blokes Episode #27 - We Are All One Story With Jose Lugo
June 17, 2020 04:30 - 59 minutes - 112 MBFirst international guest! The very woke Jose from We Are All One Story in the US joins the boys on this episode to discuss how no matter where we are from or what we've done, there is value in all of us. Compelling, insightful and raw...make sure you don't miss this one.
Woke Blokes Episode #26 - What Getting Help Actually Looks Like
June 12, 2020 03:18 - 1 hour - 158 MBThe therapeutic process revealed! In this episode the guys thought it may be helpful to pull the curtain back and discuss what its like from a therapists perspective in working with a new client, and advice on how to know when you may need help and how to do it.
Woke Blokes Episode #25 - Quotes To Live Your Life By
June 07, 2020 02:23 - 1 hour - 142 MBWith so much amazing wisdom out there in the universe, in this episode the boys thought they would share a few of the gold nuggets that have helped them both personally and professionally.
Woke Blokes Episode #24 - Shane's Metanoia: How To Rebuild Your Life
May 28, 2020 01:48 - 1 hour - 111 MBMental health advocate and founder of Power, Strength & Vulnerability Shane Kelton comes and shares his powerful story with the boys in this really inspiring episode.
Woke Blokes Episode #23 - Taboo's Around Suicide
May 25, 2020 00:32 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBA really important topic on this episode where the boys mindfully and respectfully bring the subject of suicide out into the open with the aim of reducing the hypersensitivity around it through creating understanding and compassion.
Woke Blokes Episode #22 - The Power of Transformation with Millzy
May 15, 2020 02:59 - 1 hour - 85.7 MBIn this episode the boys are joined by sparky, mental health advocate, MyndFit client and all round bloody good bloke Millzy, who shares stories about his struggles and how he is overcoming them.