The Pocket with Chris Griffin
Chris Griffin
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#157: Jack's Dining Room: The Difference Between Great Food and a Great Experience
Jack Goldberg built Jack's Dining Room and Yes Chef Group from nothing. This conversation is a masterclass in why hospitality, not hustle, is what actually separates people who win long term. I sat down with him to unpack what real hospitality looks like, why culture is shifting away from drinking, and how he went from a tech consultant at PwC to leading a growing team and a massive online audience. We also get into why action beats information every time, why chasing success without passion leaves you feeling like a shell of yourself, and why studying who someone became matters more than studying what they did to get there. Key discussion points Hospitality is in the small details, not just the product Culture is shifting away from drinking toward health and connection Action beats information, you learn by doing, not researching Chasing something fake eventually burns out Study who people became, not what they did Supportive parents build internal confidence to take risks Redefining success beyond the traditional college to job path Build without chasing revenue, the money follows There's never a finish line in entrepreneurship Get you Free Podcast Toolkit: www.thepodpro.com/toolkit Follow Jack's Dining room: https://www.instagram.com/jacksdiningroom/ 00:00 What hospitality actually means 01:22 Great staff vs great food, what makes people come back 03:04 The truth about New York's pace and reputation 03:55 How culture is shifting away from drinking 04:51 Sydney's active lifestyle vs New York's hustle culture 05:34 Yes Chef Group and the run club bringing people together 08:09 Drinking as an escape, not a form of fun 09:44 Rethinking why we actually drink in the first place 11:05 From a guy in college to building an empire 11:32 Meeting his co-founder and starting Jack's Dining Room 12:24 Why chasing something fake eventually burns out 13:09 From a tech consultant at PwC to a 15 person team 15:07 You never know what you're doing until you do it 15:45 Why there's no shortcut, just patience and reps 17:00 Just start, nothing is ever perfect 18:04 Tunnel vision and not caring what people think 19:08 Immediate suffering vs the long term suffering of a life you hate 19:27 Why it's an action problem, not an information problem 21:03 Fail enough and you're guaranteed to grow 21:38 Shorten the gap between thinking and doing 24:33 Shifting priorities as life gets more exciting 25:51 Why every single day matters 26:06 Tom Brady's advice: show up like it's the Super Bowl 27:10 Growth through iteration, from the first dinner to the fourth 28:40 Do something you love and do it every day 29:45 The one exception for chasing something you don't love yet 30:29 Finding passion by first figuring out what you hate 32:55 Helping clients grow their podcasts, and why it lights him up 36:07 Giving back and why that's the most rewarding part 36:54 Why he never posts negative reviews 38:25 The win-win mindset behind his content 40:01 "What did you do" vs "who did you become" 41:14 Study the man, not the money 42:21 His mom's entrepreneurial influence growing up 43:15 "Say yes and figure it out" as a core philosophy 45:47 Why he still went to college despite supportive parents 47:01 Getting the dream job, then realizing he hated it 49:23 Redefining what success actually looks like 50:03 The traditional path problem: a job that can't afford a home 52:07 Being conscious and clear on why you're doing something 54:00 Launching Yes Chef Studios, the next generation Food Network 55:12 Yes Chef Tailgates and bringing food festivals to colleges 56:18 Why there's never a moment you've "got it" as a founder 58:33 Chasing things only to realize they don't matter once you have them 1:00:04 "A goose chase to find out what's already here" 1:01:33 Reinvesting profits into experiences instead of extracting money 1:05:24 What's next: the food festival, the studio, and the tailgates Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#156: I Went To The World's "Scariest Place" (Profound Realizations)
I went on a trip to Dagestan, Russia... It was not what I expected! Tune into this podcast to hear my lessons from 9 days in a place most people will never experience. Work with me to build your podcast and person al brand: https://thepodpro.com/apply Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#155: Parenting Expert: "Boys Don't Have A Blueprint For Manhood Anymore"
Dr. Shefali has helped millions of parents rethink what it actually means to raise a child, and in this episode she breaks down why most parenting struggles trace straight back to the parent's own unhealed childhood. Se unpacks conscious parenting, the difference between masculinity and toxic masculinity, why boys today are growing up with no real blueprint for manhood, and why every trigger you feel as a parent is really an invitation to look at yourself first. We also get into raising sons versus daughters differently, why physical challenge matters for boys, and why a parent's own consciousness, not the child's behavior, is what actually shapes how a kid turns out. Key discussion points Heal your inner child first Kids trigger your own wounds Masculinity isn't the problem, toxicity is Boys lack a real blueprint for manhood Toxic femininity exists too, just hidden Sons and daughters need different parenting Triggers are invitations to look inward Boys need older men to guide them Your consciousness shapes your kid, not your methods Get you Free Podcast Toolkit: www.thepodpro.com/toolkit Dr Shefali's New Books: https://www.drshefali.com/ 00:00 What conscious parenting actually means 00:32 Why we blame the child instead of looking at ourselves 01:31 Real child vs inner child, explained 02:04 Why she wrote Raising Conscious Sons before Raising Conscious Daughters 03:38 What the "problems men create" actually look like 04:28 What masculinity looks like without the toxicity 06:17 Are "man up" and the alpha caricature really opposites? 08:47 How to define toxic masculinity 11:11 Are women seen as lesser in this framework? 12:21 Why lumping all men into "toxic masculine" backfires 14:02 The toxic femininity nobody talks about 20:29 Raising kids to combine, not divide 21:00 Honoring differences instead of competing with them 23:07 Do kids even know who they are yet? 25:08 You can't control the world, but you can control your home 26:33 Why two separate books for sons and daughters 27:55 How algorithms already treat boys and girls differently 29:13 The real goal behind conscious parenting 30:01 What sons specifically need from their parents 31:41 Why boys need older men to initiate them into manhood 34:20 Parenting the child in front of you, not the fantasy child 35:30 Why removing challenge and friction is dangerous for kids 37:06 Why physical challenge matters more for boys 41:09 Why censorship is a precursor to people losing themselves 43:22 Every trigger is an invitation to look at yourself 48:02 "Parenting is not for them, it's for you" 49:00 Her 60 second answer on how to help kids in today's world Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#154: Grayson Hart: The Truth About Women, Love & Becoming a Man
Description Grayson's back on the show for round two, and honestly this might be my favourite conversation we've had. He unpacks why right and wrong are just judgment, why every relationship in his past served him exactly as it needed to, and why you have to find home within yourself before you can build a real one with someone else. We get into presence, the difference between fear and love, how Grayson is preparing himself to become a father, and why the most powerful thing a high achieving man can do is surrender rather than control. Key discussion points Right and wrong are judgment, not fact, every relationship served a purpose. You need to feel whole within yourself before you can show up for a partner. Everything is a mirror, one message lands differently depending on who's hearing it. Only two real emotions exist, love and fear, everything else stems from them. Judgment is a feeling inside you, not something being done to you. Surrender beats control, especially for high achievers used to forcing outcomes. Masculine and feminine energy live in everyone, alignment is the goal, not suppression. Fatherhood is teaching him to regulate his nervous system in real time. His shoe brand grew directly out of his own journey toward alignment. Get your Free Podcast Toolkit: www.thepodpro.com/toolkit Check out Hart Workshop: https://www.instagram.com/hart.workshop/ Follow Grayson: https://www.instagram.com/graysonjonhart/ 00:00 The wrong intentions with the wrong women 00:58 Why past relationships were never wrong, they served a purpose 02:21 Falling into societal conditioning around marriage 06:27 Intention over right and wrong 07:21 Self-awareness, cowardice, and the courage to move on 08:26 Why you have to be whole within yourself first 10:12 Feeling love and belonging from within, not from a partner 13:02 True love is not seeking, it is already whole 15:11 Everything in a relationship is optional 24:40 Is truth subjective or universal 25:16 Truth is being; thought and feeling arise from presence 28:37 How society clouds us from presence 29:12 Nature has no mistakes 53:04 Jesus, love, and "I am the way, the truth and the light" 56:05 The utility of believing in Jesus as the Son of God 1:00:07 Grayson's personal, non-religious relationship with Jesus 1:13:20 Interpreting scripture without getting lost in the words 1:18:01 Team dynamics, rugby, and the masculine feminine union 1:20:37 The Gandhi story: exploring other faiths to deepen his own 1:35:14 One message, a hundred interpretations: the mirror effect 1:37:11 Two human expressions: service to your highest good or victimhood 1:39:27 Regulating himself while his partner is six months pregnant 1:44:17 Creating space to actually feel your feelings 1:57:42 Surrender as the word that defines his biggest life shifts 2:00:48 Masculine and feminine energy inside every person 2:02:43 Why surrender is the greatest move for high achievers 2:39:23 Judgment lives inside you, not in the other person 2:41:02 Love is fierce too, not just soft 2:43:33 The origin story of his barefoot shoe brand Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#153: Sarah Perl: Manifested Millions With One Belief Shift
Sarah Perl went from a scarcity mindset to millions of followers and a thriving business, she says the shift happened the moment she changed her identity, not her hustle. She unpacks detachment, manifestation, and why your subconscious mind cares more about keeping you safe than getting you what you want, while also opening up about reprogramming her childhood scarcity beliefs, the fear of losing control that comes with wanting a family, and what it really takes to trust another person with your heart. Key discussion points Embodying the version of you that already has what you want, not suppressing the desire for it Chasing pushes people and outcomes away; magnetism comes from not needing something The subconscious mind's only job is to keep you safe, not to help you get what you consciously want Everything in life is a mirror: you change your reality by changing yourself, not by trying to change others Burning the boats and removing your own exit unlocks a level of drive most people never access Spite and pain, reframed correctly, can become one of the most powerful sources of spiritual motivation Feminine energy is surrender and trust Get your FREE Podcast Toolkit here: www.thepodpro.com/toolkit 00:00 Detachment is the real secret to manifestation 00:41 Why chasing anything makes it run away 02:29 Surrendering control lets things fall into place 03:23 Everything in life is a mirror 04:12 The water analogy: same substance, different state 06:07 You see your subconscious in your outcomes, not your thoughts 07:20 The operating system running your life on autopilot 09:54 Belief, not talent, is what separates people who have what they want 10:21 The law of assumption 11:14 Orbits: how changing identity changes your reality 15:32 Burning the boats: removing your own exit 17:00 Manifestation as laser focus and intuition 18:12 The 1 percent survival instinct hiding in you 19:44 How childhood scarcity shapes identity 22:23 Spite as the greatest spiritual motivation 25:54 Building faith through evidence of what you have survived 26:50 Confidence built through doing hard things 27:40 Confidence versus faith versus ego 29:41 Manifestation as feminine energy, control as false safety 32:16 Turning point: adopting a new identity to escape scarcity 33:28 The alter ego experiment that changed everything 34:48 Letting go of how and trusting divine timing 39:28 Why proximity to people who have done it makes it feel possible 50:39 Denying yourself because you never believed it was possible 52:00 What billionaires and old people both teach about desire 55:04 The game of life: wanting to experience everything 56:33 Challenges of being a woman in business 59:21 Working through subconscious resentment toward men 1:01:09 Love and business both require faith and surrender 1:04:07 Love as action, not just a feeling 1:07:31 The leg of the table versus the plate on the table 1:12:16 Reframing feminine energy and pregnancy as power, not sacrifice 1:17:01 A story about meeting the woman he wants to marry 1:21:35 What a man wants: a helper, not a competitor 1:26:04 Fear of abandonment and the risk of wanting a family Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#152: Jules Horn: The Free Practice That Beats Every Biohack You've Bought
Most people think the fix for stress is another biohack: an ice bath, a supplement, a $150K hyperbaric chamber. Jules Horn says the real fix has been sitting in your chest the whole time. Former model, now breathwork and nervous system coach, Jules Horn unpacks why most people are stuck in fight or flight without even knowing it, why "what's possible isn't always optimal," and why chasing more, money, validation, relationships, never actually fills the void. Key discussion points Chronic stress and nervous system disregulation as the hidden default state of modern life The "stress cup": auditing what adds vs. removes stress from your day What's possible isn't the same as what's optimal Chasing achievement, money, or love never fills an internal void How trauma stays stored in the body until it's processed The "perfect breath" and why breath cadence is the lowest hanging fruit for regulation Why biohacks like ice baths and fasting can backfire without a regulated nervous system first Jules' burnout story: modelling career collapse, chronic back pain, and a family health history tied to suppressed emotion Belief and self-imposed limits Apply to join the greatest podcast school in the world, PodPro: www.thepodpro.com/apply I built this to offer a space I wish I had when I was starting out. Timestamps 00:00 The hidden cost of chronic stress 00:47 Why medication treats symptoms, not root causes 02:54 The stress cup: what adds vs. takes away 03:29 What's possible isn't always optimal 05:22 High achievers using busyness to avoid facing stress 06:43 Jules' male modeling career and burnout 07:44 The "Happiness" rat race video 08:47 Ego, intellect, and finding the middle path 11:07 The two voices: ego vs. God (intuition) 13:11 Unpacking ego vs. God further 16:08 Why self-love is the bottomless pit nothing else can fill 19:58 Look the monster in the face to release trauma 22:23 Where trauma lives in the body (root chakra breathwork) 27:23 Breath cadence and longevity (turtles vs. humans) 28:33 The perfect breath: 4s in, 6s out 32:11 The book on belly breathing exercise (20 day reset) 35:11 Why ice baths aren't bad, but not first 47:29 Growing up poor in Germany and breaking money scarcity 52:01 Chronic back pain and his family's health history 55:20 Self-love as the root of every optimization habit 58:23 Fixing relationships by healing the inner child first 1:00:48 Why we outsource the free stuff 1:04:07 The 80/20 rule: parasympathetic vs. sympathetic living 1:06:25 Root cause vs. Band-Aid (TRT, laxatives, biohacks) 1:20:53 Belief and breaking self-imposed limits 1:22:34 Collective consciousness and the ant in a circle story 1:24:38 Faith, energy, and spontaneous healing stories 1:28:00 Wrestling with faith: structured religion vs. spirituality 1:36:27 Everyone's gift is service, closing thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#151: Jack Nauseef: God's secret to unlimited energy
GOOOOOOD MORNINGGGGG. Jack Nauseef joins me on the show and we dove deep. Absolutely loved this chat. A deep dive on transformation, God, surrender, kindness and how you can’t be grateful and have a bad day at the same time. Key Discussion Points: Why doing hard things makes you happier Having the guts to try Discipline is how you rebuild yourself The difference between confidence and ego Finding something bigger than success (God) Apply to join the greatest podcast school in the world, PodPro: www.thepodpro.com/apply I built this to offer a space I wish I had when I was starting out. Chapters: 00:00 The importance of having guts 05:16 Faith, morality and thinking less about yourself 08:51 Why Christianity is starting to make sense 10:27 Ego, success and staying humble 13:05 “I met my wife” — the relationship that changed everything 15:03 How podcasting changed my life 16:04 Gratitude is a way of life 17:25 Bullied, underestimated and finding basketball 19:47 From basketball manager to walk-on 23:11 The underdog mentality and the danger of ego 25:24 Why empathy matters more than taking things personally 31:22 Jesus, ego and learning to walk through the heart 34:43 Losing faith, temptation and searching for answers 37:24 The moment we met: “We have to lock in” 40:13 Rock bottom and feeling God’s disappointment 43:05 Work without knowing where you're going 45:17 There is no finish line in life 52:00 Why heartbreak can completely change a man 01:15:37 The values Jack learned from his father 01:36:10 Love, finding the right woman & why Jesus started making sense Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#150: Fraser Grut: What's Your Dream, Bro?
Every rule was broken in this episode and I couldn't be happier. Today's episode is with Fraser Grut, my good friend and what better way to do it in his style. Fraser is on a mission to film 10,000 dreams (a 50 year mission) and he does it in such a cool, raw, authentic style. I let him steer the ship creatively with this one and I love how it turned out. We deep dive on God, having a mission, the importance of dreams and everything in between. Fraser is a ball of life and has the most contagious energy. I hope you can feel it through the screen. Enjoy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#149: Drew Lynch: The Raw Pressure Of Being A Comedian
Drew Lynch went viral initially for his Americas Got Talent success. He started becoming known as the comedian that stuttered, which lead him down a massive journey of self discovery deep diving into faith, god, the human brain and body, to get to the bottom of how to "return back to normal" We had a deep chat filled with laughs and cries. Enjoy. Apply to work with me to build your podcast and personal brand: https://thepodpro.com/apply Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#148: Thomas Petrou: Your desires are being manipulated
Thomas Petrou comes on the show. Founder of The Hype House LA. We deep dive on navigating success at a young age. I loved this chat. If you want to build a successful podcast, claim my free Podcast Toolkit below: https://thepodpro.com/toolkit Chapters: 00:00 Does success get hollow the more you achieve? 07:10 The problem with consistency 13:00 The person you can not escape… 15:38 Why "Being Broke" Is a Mindset 20:36 The Get-Rich-Quick Lie & College Debate 27:59 Why School Doesn't Teach Real Life 30:10 The Dark Side of Overnight Success 35:10 Million-Dollar Success, Depression & Burnout 40:10 Fake Friendships in the Social Media World 44:05 Can Morality Exist Without God? 49:04 How Love & Faith Changed His Life 56:30 The Biggest Misconceptions About Christianity 01:03:30 Living by Conviction Instead of Culture 01:11:56 Social Media Is Replacing Real Life 01:17:50 Identity, Discipline & Becoming Your Best Self 01:25:40 Modern Dating Is Broken 01:29:30 Social Media's Impact on Relationships 01:36:30 Building Strong Relationships That Last 01:43:00 Final Lessons on Success, Faith & Fulfillment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#147: William Scott: Dissolving the biggest fears men face in 84 minutes
Today we sit down with William Scott and deep dive on all of the biggest fears men face in 2026. We dissolve all of them in this conversation. Apply to work with Chris directly to build your podcast and personal brand: https://thepodpro.com/apply Follow Will: https://www.instagram.com/williamscxtt/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#146: Lindsey Fishman: How talking to the walls cured my depression
A combination of comedy, self improvement and serious deep dives into Lindsey's story. I had a lot of fun. Lindsey's energy is contagious, she has been blowing up all over social media for her viral skits and comedy clips. Enjoy Follow Lindsey: https://www.instagram.com/lindseyfishman/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#145: CIA Whistleblower John Kiriakou: “If they want you, they will get you”
John Kiriakou joins us on The Pocket today. We deep dive on how the CIA are controlling us. We discuss Jeffrey Epstein, Andrew Bustamante, 911, and how every day civilians are being watched by the CIA and government. I have the greatest podcast school in the world. Apply to join PodPro: https://thepodpro.com/apply Get your free copy of The Podcast Toolkit: https://thepodpro.com/toolkit Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#144: Andy Elliot on Relationships, God and Mastering Communication
Andy Elliot returns on The Pocket. This time we deep dive on Jesus, relationships and love. This was a banger. Enjoy Apply to work with Chris to build your podcast: https://thepodpro.com/apply Chapters: 00:00 The thing most people lack 07:20 The biggest thing ruining homes 11:00 The greatest mentor (God) 17:55 How the Holy Spirit moves 22:00 Relationship over Religion 30:00 Andy’s challenge with Church 35:10 How Andy eliminated cuss words 42:00 The more you walk with God the more you see 48:00 The spiritual warfare 53:00 When you change, people don’t like it 1:03:00 Profound 9 minutes discussing Chris and his Christian girlfriend Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
HYROX WORLDS LIVE PANEL: Hunter McIntyre Reveals What A Real Champion Looks Like
LIVE PANEL at Hyrox Worlds in Stockholm with 5 Elite 15 athletes and podcast host, Chris Griffin. We deep dive with Joanna Wietrzyk, Hunter McIntyre, Hidde Weersma, Charlie Botterill, Rich Ryan, live in front of hundreds of fans. Enjoy. Follow Chris on IG: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Subscribe to the channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#142: The Aesthetic Revolution: Why I Dedicated My Life To Bodybuilding | Dr Mike Israetel
Dr Mike Israetel joins me on The Pocket. We deep dive into the new progression of the world with genetical modification, why bodybuilding and optimising for aesthetics is the most important thing, what a utopia future looks like, the pill that will solve all of our problems, and so so much more. Build your podcast with Chris and the Pod Pro team: https://thepodpro.com/apply Follow Mike: https://www.instagram.com/drmikeisraetel/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 What utility does being a body builder have? 07:20 Solving all our problems with a pill 18:30 Exploring what true paradise is 26:00 Things get better when everyone rises 33:30 Olympic Games vs Enhanced Games 42:00 Are we losing all peace, joy and fulfilment 48:30 The pill that gives unlimited happiness (utopia) 1:02:00 How can we take this too far? 1:08:00 Designing a paradise world 1:13:00 The future of a Universal Income 1:19:00 The Aesthetic Revolution 1:31:00 The inner storm we all battle with Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#141: George Heaton: What ‘obsessed’ actually looks like
Are trends dead? Why do you crave old things? What does luxury mean now? How do you become obsessed? Where are people going wrong? These are all things we answered on today’s episode with George Heaton. An absolute BANGER. Enjoy Apply to work with Chris to build your podcast: https://thepodpro.com/apply Follow George: https://www.instagram.com/georgeheaton/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 What OBSESSED actually means 08:00 The correlation between discipline and obsession 12:00 The power of pessimism 16:30 What it takes to be a great 21:00 What true leadership looks like 28:00 How do you stand out as a brand? 35:00 The old is the new new 44:00 Trends are OVER 49:45 George’s three keys to success 54:00 Deep dive on ego 1:00:00 The over-optimization of high achievers 1:05:00 An unexpected love story 1:14:00 What’s exciting George at the moment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#140: Ex Monk: The Hidden Secret To Accessing Peace
We dive deep on Sam Yo's lessons from being a Monk. Why the western world is focusing on the wrong things, how you can access a state of bliss and peace which a few simple techniques, and what life can look like when you apply some of the beautiful lessons from the Monastery into your everyday life. Apply to work with Chris to build your podcast: https://thepodpro.com/apply Follow Sam: https://www.instagram.com/yoiamsamyo/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#139: Numbness...
A deep dive on numbness... An observation of my actions and reactions. Some profound realizations. Enjoy Apply to work with me to build your podcast: https://thepodpro.com/apply Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#138: Men and women can't be friends
I don’t think it works. I’ve never seen it work. Ever. Let me know what you think of this video in the comments. Follow me on IG:https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Apply to work with me to build your podcast: https://thepodpro.com/apply Chapters: 00:00 Fascinating study on why men and women can’t be friends 03:20 Sexual attraction 10:10 The next logical step in the ‘friendship’ 13:00 My recent experience with a woman 19:00 My videographer got with my ex 23:00 The best analogy to explain this 25:30 My biggest challenge with lust 30:20 Closing thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#137: Alfie Robertson: The collapse of ambition in Australia
Alfie returns to the show. Is there a reason why all successful people are leaving Australia? We deep dive into the reasons we both absolutely love the country and have desires of raising our children there, however it is not conducive to growth and support of your big wild dreams. Enjoy. Try Roll completely free for one month with the link below: https://www.rolltoreel.com/chris Follow Alfie: https://www.instagram.com/alfiegetshard/ Apply to work with me to build your podcast and personal brand: https://thepodpro.com/apply Chapters: 00:00 Why haven’t you left Australia? 05:00 Importance of being exposed to the world in person 12:00 The problem with global comparison 17:20 Accepting the bad with the good 25:00 Alfie’s reasoning behind pivoting in his life and business 34:20 Back when Chris and Alfie started living together 36:30 Realisation’s from Alfie’s dad getting sick 41:00 Navigating friends with so much growth in life 43:50 Chris & Alfie unpacking Christianity and religion 49:30 Where Australia plays a role for Alfie 55:00 Importance of aligning your environment 01:01:00 Setting sail on months of travel 01:03:00 The problem with creating status and fame 01:12:30 The slippery slope of chasing externally Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#136: Surrender...
Different style of pod today. raw, unfiltered, unedited, sat down on my couch chatting about my relationship with surrender. Also a life update on some of the thoughts going on in the mind of someone on a mission to build the biggest podcast in the world from ground zero. Enjoy. Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#135: Let's talk about ego...
Spoke about ego today. Explored things I hadn't really thought about before just to see what I could unpack. Had a blast. Enjoy. Apply to work with me: https://thepodpro.com/apply Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#134: This was a hard podcast to record…
I can’t lie, this was hard to record. But I think it’s important. In fact extremely important which is why I went against any urge to not do this. We deep dive on settling today. I have has experiences in my life recently that really emphasised the importance of not settling. I felt every word in this podcast. Shared with the most amount of love. If one person can change their life from this video, I’d consider it a win. Love you all and thank you for listening. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters 00:00 Settling for a subpar version of life 05:30 An experience I had with my family 15:00 The grass isn’t always greener 20:00 Setting a standard 24:00 A common denominator in high achievers 28:00 The importance of family we forget 30:30 A transformational time in Chris’ life 34:00 The peace in low times Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#133: Mark Rolton: Smart People Win In Moments Like This
Mark Rolton returns on the show and this time we dove deep on ego, parenting, the cost of success and where it becomes to far, the opportunity inside the scary landscape of the world, his views on Trump and so much more. Mark is one of the biggest property moguls in Australia and has sat beside some of the biggest names in the world. His wisdom is quite profound and he is one of my favourite people to sit down with on the show. Enjoy. Follow Mark: https://www.instagram.com/markrolton/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Work with Chris to build your podcast and personal brand: https://thepodpro.com/apply Chapters: 00:00 Off air discussion 05:00 Intro: The success beyond dollar signs 10:00 The illogical pursuit of beyond $400m 15:30 A profound deep dive on EGO 28:15 Mark’s unique way of parenting 37:30 Mark challenges Chris on his relationship views 45:40 Why do you make your daughter skip class? 49:00 The problem with parenting and the system right now 57:00 The importance of removing the noise 01:08:00 The characteristics that are important in men and women 01:19:00 The number one thing that creates opportunity (people are scared) 01:25:20 Mark’s thoughts on Trumps agenda 01:28:00 Mark’s relationship with Donald Trump 01:32:00 How to capitalise in the current climate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#132: dare to try
you’re capable of more than you think. Apply to work with Chris and Elliot to build your podcast: https://thepodpro.com/apply Chapters: 00:00 You only know what you know 04:45 Chasing less, receiving more 07:15 Difference between the left brain and the right brain 13:00 Can spirituality go too far? 15:50 A lesson from a little kid 19:30 The problem with doing the things you know 24:20 The most liberating feeling 30:20 Your sign to take the risk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#131: I think we forget we're human...
Apply to work with me to build your podcast and personal brand: https://thepodpro.com/apply This was a live event I spoke at in Thailand last month. We deep dove on content and I share the method I use to blow up on social media. It is a very different approach to anything you have ever seen online (but it works). Sometimes I think we forget we're human. Let me explain... Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Follow my podcast: https://www.instagram.com/thepocketpodcast/ Chapters: 00:00 the work I do to make six figures a month 03:30 I think we forget we’re human 07:00 My transformation 13:00 Why I quit in the early days 16:00 Level up your content masterclass 33:00 Where most coaches go wrong 41:00 Why you should change your messaging 46:40 Live audience member content breakdown 59:00 Q&A (extreme value) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#130: Grayson Hart: The Material World Isn’t The Problem… You Are
Grayson Hart joins us on The Pocket today. Grayson founded Puresport, a company that revolutionised the way supplements and clothing are positioned in the health and wellness space. He is also an ex high level athlete and a deep thinker. We dove deep on the meaning of life, relationships, heartbreak, leading from the heart, why the material world rules people, and so much more. Enjoy. Apply to work with Chris: https://thepodpro.com/apply Follow Grayson https://www.instagram.com/graysonjonhart/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 Why you should live from your heart 06:00 The less you chase the more you receive 08:00 The material world rules people 12:00 Profound life lessons from playing professional rugby 20:00 Leaving space for magic 28:00 Grayson’s view on having multiple lifetimes 34:00 The impact parents have on our relationships 40:00 Defining success in life and relationships 52:00 How is heartbreak a blessing? 01:02:00 Easy times create weak men… 01:06:00 Being one with it all 01:15:30 A crazy experience in Venice Beach 01:21:00 The line between settling and always wanting more 01:27:00 My relationship to the Holy Trinity and God 01:38:00 The one main takeaway from this episode Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#129: It's fine man, no one will know...
Welcome to another episode. Today's is a solo pod. Enjoy Apply to work with me to build your podcast and personal brand: https://thepodpro.com/apply Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#128: Savanna Stone: Why all liberals have blue hair
Savanna Faith Stone returns to The Pocket. Savanna is a good friend of mine and has absolutely blown up all over the internet for her traditional views on marriage, relationships and masculine & feminine dynamics. We shot this in the living room of a 1950’s traditional home. Seems fitting right? Should we go back to the good old days? Follow Savanna: https://www.instagram.com/savannafaithstone/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Apply to work with Chris: https://thepodpro.com/apply Chapters: 00:00 Why beauty is ruined now… 07:10 Has debating changed Savanna’s beliefs? 12:30 What is the goal with the message you’re sharing? 18:00 The challenge women are facing right now 25:30 Where God plays a role in Savanna’s marriage 31:40 The Performative Christian 41:20 Does God forgive everyone or can you take it too far? 46:00 The negative impact of speaking your truth 52:00 Why liberals have blue hair… 57:00 Liberal men are lacking testosterone 59:40 Difference between creation and consumption 01:06:00 What women actually want Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#127: You just need to be 3 steps ahead…
One of the most powerful lessons I've learned. It's responsible for me being in the position I'm in today, being able to impact millions of lives around the world and live out my dream. Apply to work with me: www.thepodpro.com/apply Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#126: Josh Goldy: The Biggest Superpower In A World Of Chaos
Josh Goldy joins me on The Pocket today. We dive deep on toxic positivity, the problem with the flashy life and how people are chasing dopamine in the wrong areas, Josh opens up about his challenges and traumas and much more more. Work with josh directly: https://www.joshgoldyfitness.com/ Follow Josh: https://www.instagram.com/_josh.goldy_/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#125: The most important call you should answer
A deep dive on the most important call you can possibly answer. Possibly one of the most universal messages for anyone at any stage of their journey. Drop a comment below with your thoughts on this episode! Love you all, Chris Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#124: The problem with reasoning your way through life…
A deep dive on life with two guys in their early 20’s as the sun sets in Malibu. Follow Elliot: https://www.instagram.com/elliotbewick/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Work with Chris to build your podcast and personal brand: https://thepodcastjungle.com/apply A sneak peak on what we spoke about: Chapters: 00:00 What keeps young people stuck 07:00 Taking things to the extreme to hear the message 11:00 What drives you: the carrot or the stick? 16:00 Waking up at 4am 21:00 Keep death close 26:00 Listen to what you really want… 30:00 Giving is selfish 36:00 Chris Williamson & Steven Bartlett Controversy 43:00 Horrifying statistics around depopulation 53:00 Believing in God. 01:02:00 Taking philosophy too far 01:13:00 Extreme self assessment 01:26:00 Performative Christians Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#123: Alfie Robertson: When AI Destroys Money… What’s Left?
Alfie returns for the 3rd time. We deep dive on his optimism on a future with AI. It’s been interesting seeing the transition in Alfie’s state as he advances into massive success. He’s made millions of dollars but the money isn’t the goal. It’s not the thing that defines him. This version of Alfie was a different lens to the last two times I’ve chatted with him on The Pocket. Enjoy this beautiful set on the rocks in Bondi Beach as the sun rises. Follow Alfie: https://www.instagram.com/alfiegetshard/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 The future of AI and losing jobs 03:40 Will AI unlock more passion in our life? 06:30 What travel made Alfie realize 11:30 What most founders are running away from 14:30 Bree sat Alfie down and said… 19:00 The problem with content & social media… 26:00 How you stand out on social media 35:00 What discourages us most? 41:00 Sacrifice & desire 46:00 The problem with education systems 49:00 A profound mindset change 58:30 Are we reaching the end of in person experiences? 01:08:30 The problem with climbing the mountain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#122: Happiness...
I deep dived on happiness today. It was profound. We came up with some cool stuff. Enjoy. Chapters: 00:00 Happiness tied to progression 02:50 The number 1 key to happiness 05:26 Does money bring you happiness? 09:00 Does isolation and solitude bring you happiness? 14:10 The problem with expectations 18:30 A profound lesson from Iman Gadzhi 21:00 An apology to my future wife 23:30 Mind blowing realization about happiness 31:00 Where does stress come from? 35:00 Can you access presence when you’re alone? 37:50 What strips away your happiness? Follow Chris on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Work with Chris to build your podcast & personal brand: https://thepodcastjungle.com/apply Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#121: A Raw Chat with Michael Smoak
Michael Smoak (Higherup Wellness) returns again for the third time on The Pocket. A crowd favourite (including myself). We dove deep while hitting a gym session. Follow Michael: https://www.instagram.com/higherupwellness/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Listen to the last podcast we recorded together: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7lNht10A4EeX5Qr7FvKmpP?si=98b93cb00c5c47bd Chapters: 00:03:10 Getting judged online 00:06:45 Why most men never change 00:14:30 Copycat culture and fake masculinity 00:18:15 One year since my dad died 00:22:50 A poem about being human 00:24:20 How grief actually works 00:30:45 Pain is how men are forged 00:32:50 Becoming proud of who you are 00:37:40 Asking Tony Robbins 00:41:45 Becoming undeniable 00:50:15 Trusting yourself without prep 00:54:30 Killing the old identity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#120: Simon Beard: After Achieving Everything You Ever Want, What’s Next?
Comment your best takeaway from the conversation to be flown out to spend a day on Simon’s Lamborghini yacht! (More info at the end of the episode) Today I sit down with my good friend Simon Beard on his Lamborghini boat to talk about something most people never prepare for: What actually happens after you win. Simon is one of Australia’s most successful entrepreneurs, best known as the co-founder of Culture Kings and for building one of the most iconic retail brands in the country. We talk about emotional control, ego, pressure, decision making, building a strong marriage, and what it really takes to build a life that doesn’t fall apart once you achieve your dreams. Key Discussion Points Why emotional control matters more than intelligence The most dangerous moment in any successful career How ego quietly destroys great businesses The decisions that can’t be undone Building a successful marriage The challenges of raising kids with extreme wealth Follow Simon: https://www.instagram.com/simonbeard/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 20:00 Ego getting in the way 30:00 The expensive champagne doesn’t taste better 42:00 Underdogs can crush Goliaths in 2026 53:00 Challenges raising family with wealth 1:10:00 Lessons from Tony Robins on building a strong marriage Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#119: David Reid: I Went on a 10 Year Global Quest to Understand Life. Here’s What I Found.
David is one of my good brothers. He inspires me massively in so many facets of life. It was a pleasure to spend a few days with him and his family. This was recorded on the last day together. We barely scratched the surface in this of the wisdom that David has. If you are wanting to understand more about religion, spirituality, and lifestyle quest for meaning, this episode is for you. Key Discussion Points Why David left corporate life to search for meaning His global spiritual journey through Israel, Egypt and the Dead Sea How ancient wisdom and modern physics point to the same truth Why silence, nature and presence change how you experience life What he discovered about purpose, connection and peace ANDDD MUCH MORE. Follow David and the Manna Brand: https://www.instagram.com/mannavitality/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 Why David walked away from corporate life 06:30 The inner spark that pushed him to question everything 12:15 Discovering books that changed his view of reality 18:40 Following intuition instead of having a plan 24:55 Traveling to sacred places in search of truth 31:20 The hidden history of Jesus and Mary Magdalene 38:10 How ancient wisdom became modern religion 44:45 Why separation is the root of human suffering 51:10 Understanding consciousness through physics 57:35 Being called to the Dead Sea 01:04:00 Living in the desert with no money or certainty 01:10:40 Learning to trust life instead of controlling it 01:17:25 Building Mana from spiritual and scientific discovery 01:23:50 How nature, silence and presence create peace 01:30:30 What David believes is the true meaning of life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#118: I’m doing the opposite of what’s “required to succeed” in 2026 - here’s why
The most unorthodox approach to achieve success in 2026. I've been sprinting for the last 7 years and one moment a couple months ago rocked me. It made me look within and re-think my approach. So here we are. Happy New Year all, enjoy! Chris x Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Apply to work with me to build your podcast and personal brand: https://thepodcastjungle.com/apply Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#117: The Silent Battle With Reality TV Fame (Garret Miller from Siesta Key)
Today’s episode is with reality TV star, Garret Miller from Siesta Key. Garret opens up about things he has never shared publicly before. His challenges with Mental Health, anxiety and the silent battle he faced from being on reality tv. Follow Garret: https://www.instagram.com/gbaby00/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#116: Danny Morel: Why Real Love Terrifies Men
Danny Morel joins me on The Pocket! This conversation goes deep into emotional wounds, fear, commitment, masculine and feminine energy, and how childhood experiences shape the way men show up in relationships. We talk about why men avoid vulnerability, how chasing success can be a form of avoidance, and what it actually takes to experience real intimacy and freedom in love. This one is confronting, honest, and powerful. Key Discussion Points Why men are emotionally disconnected How childhood wounds shape adult relationships Fear, commitment, and avoidance in men The difference between boy energy and man energy What real intimacy and love actually require Order Danny’s book: https://awakenbook.com/ Learn more from Danny: https://link.me/dannymorel Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 Why men are emotionally behind 03:10 Masculine vs feminine energy explained 07:40 Unconscious fathers and emotional suppression 12:50 Pain as the trigger for awakening 18:30 Childhood wounds and relationship patterns 23:40 Victim consciousness vs creator consciousness 28:20 Real intimacy and telling the truth 33:10 Men, commitment, and fear of freedom 37:55 The phases of love and why couples get stuck 43:20 Why dependency is not love 48:10 Knowing when it is right to commit 52:40 Awareness, healing, and transformation 57:15 Fear, courage, and emotional growth 01:01:20 Enlightenment and living without fear Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#115: Miki Agrawal: Why The Most Taboo Ideas Make The Most Money
Today's episode is with Miki Agrawal. Miki was so amazing. She is the founder of Hiro Diapers, Tushy and Thinx, to name a few. A leader in women's business and an inspiring, passionate voice. I loved this. Find out how the most Taboo ideas, make the most amount of money, how women can succeed in business (and if that should be the goal), learn what soft power is, and much much more. Follow Miki: https://www.instagram.com/mikiagrawal/ Buy Hiro Diapers: https://www.instagram.com/hirodiapers/ Learn more about working with Miki: https://linktr.ee/mikiagrawal Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#114: Michael Smoak: The Harsh Truth About Love Men Fear To Admit
Big claim: one of my favourite episodes of the year. Michael Smoak (@higherupwellness) returns to the show. If you liked the first time Mike came on, you wont be disappointed with this one. Completely different conversation, yet an absolute banger. Something about the synergy we have together is one I’m beyond blessed about. This episode was all about relationships, love, overcoming hardship, the battles that a man has and so much more. Follow Michael: https://www.instagram.com/higherupwellness/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 A man’s biggest challenge 11:00 An explanation of a mans biology 16:00 Defining lust 20:00 What a man and women need to be intimate 29:00 Difference between confidence and ego 35:00 The difficulty of submission when you’re winning 39:00 Inaction is selfish 44:00 The new drug 53:00 Why your body is screaming at you 59:30 Impacts of suppressed emotions 1:06:00 The key to deep connection 1:14:00 Zooming out the time horizon 1:30:00 The gap between you and happiness 1:35:00 Why do we keep suffering on purpose? 1:38:20 Imposter syndrome 1:45:00 Losing someone you gave your all to… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#113: Todd Anderson: Your Sleep Problem Isn’t Sleep
In this episode, we break down why most people don’t have a sleep problem at all… They have a stress problem, a purpose problem, or a life-awareness problem. Todd Anderson is one of the sharpest voices in the world of sleep, human psychology, and high performance. He’s worked with elite athletes, Fortune 500 teams, and high performers who want to feel better, think clearer, and stop sabotaging themselves. Key Discussion Points: Why most sleep problems are actually stress and life-awareness problems The fear of losing momentum and the psychological cost of high performance Presence, flow state, and how elite performers access their best self Childhood patterns, identity, and the hidden roots of adult stress How to fix your relationship with sleep without becoming obsessive or rigid Follow Todd: https://www.instagram.com/toddanderson42_/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Try Dream Recovery and use code GRIFFIN: https://dreamrecovery.io/ Chapters: 00:00 Why sleep really matters 03:02 The culture shift around sleep 06:18 Morning routines vs efficiency 09:41 Stress disguised as sleep problems 12:28 How life stress stacks silently 15:17 Fear of losing momentum 18:49 Childhood wiring and identity 21:47 Todd’s upbringing and purpose 24:43 Overcoming insecurity 27:36 Why most people never start 31:05 Highs, lows, and perspective 36:42 When optimization becomes harmful 41:20 Presence and flow state 47:50 Why people feel worse than they think 53:40 How Dream Recovery began 58:55 Presence as the real superpower 01:09:26 New recovery tech 01:11:10 Final reflections Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#112: Chris Petkas: Why The Most Dangerous Men Are The Most Calm
Today’s episode is with Chris Petkas, former Navy Seal turned VC investor. It was a powerful conversation around grit, determination and the willingness to fail. Chris’ marriage with Codie Sanchez inspires me, Chris’ well rounded success inspires me and Chris’ calm nature inspires me. I loved this conversation. We also recorded this in a horse stable just out of Austin with 5 real horses behind us. Key Discussion Points: Why calm men are often the most dangerous How military training builds composure under chaos Naivety as a superpower when starting hard things The biggest risk in life: choosing who you marry Jiu-jitsu, humility, and learning through losing Patriotism, perspective, and seeing the world Australia’s tall-poppy mindset vs America Follow Chris Petkas: https://www.instagram.com/chrispetkas/ Follow Chris Griffin: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 Why Calm Men Are the Most Dangerous 05:20 Military Recruitment 10:40 Naivety, Risk and Starting Before You’re Ready 15:55 Failure, Ego and Learning Through Pain 21:00 Suffering in Training vs Real Combat 26:15 Leaving the Military and Entering Business 30:30 The Competence Ladder 33:45 Long Distance Love 36:50 Choosing a Partner is your biggest risk 39:40 Building Marriage and Business Together 46:30 The Loneliness Myth 49:40 Patriotism, Perspective and Seeing the World 53:50 Australia vs America: Ambition and Tall Poppy Culture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#111: Sage Bender: Leaving Home, Losing Himself, Finding Brotherhood
Welcoming Sage Bender to The Pocket. We dove deep, shared untold stories and revisited places he hasn't been in a while, sharing stories that have shaped him into the man he is today. Also, enjoy the horses in the background. We recorded this in a horse stable just outside of Austin. Follow Sage: https://www.instagram.com/sxgebender/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 0:00 Why friends make or break you 3:00 Growing up with the wrong influences 5:00 Getting caught in the wrong crowd 7:00 How Sage met the Austin boys 9:00 Stop chasing people, build yourself 11:00 Leaving his old life behind 13:00 Masculinity, integrity, intention 15:00 Vulnerability and humility 17:00 Fighting, presence, and peace 20:00 Confidence vs ego 23:00 Weak identities and fragile men 26:00 Why jiu-jitsu humbles everyone 29:00 Community, discipline, and respect 32:00 Rock bottom and drug use 36:00 Losing a friend and the wake-up call 40:00 Moving cities and outgrowing people 45:00 Faith, rebellion, and rebuilding belief 50:00 Sage on responsibility and self-awareness 55:00 Becoming the man you want to be Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#110: Adam Lamb: The Gift of Being Too Dumb To Quit
In this episode, I chat with Adam Lamb, an entrepreneur, investor, and business advisor who’s built and sold multiple companies in healthcare, finance, and consulting. We dive into what it really means to be “too dumb to quit,” unpacking the role of stubbornness, fear, and confidence in success. Adam opens up about his rough upbringing, how his beliefs about money and success evolved, and what it’s like raising kids in a completely different world than the one he grew up in. Key Discussion Points: The mindset behind being “too dumb to quit” How stubbornness can either serve or sabotage you Breaking old beliefs about money, worth, and success Navigating ego vs. confidence in leadership and life Raising grounded kids in an abundant world What true intimacy means in marriage and relationships Follow Adam: https://www.instagram.com/adamlamb33/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 Too Dumb To Quit 06:00 Stubbornness explained 12:00 Running for office 18:00 Fear of being seen 24:00 Confidence vs experience 30:00 Vulnerability as strength 36:00 Break the belief walls 42:00 Growing up broke 48:00 The turning point 54:00 Comfort kills growth 01:00:00 Parenting without entitlement 01:06:00 Parenting Sons & daughters differently 01:12:00 True intimacy 01:18:00 Confidence vs ego 01:24:00 Faith and legacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#109: Inside the Mind of a Dictator’s Right-Hand Man (Cillian Dunne)
I sat down with a man that lived with the dictator of Panama’s right hand man… Fascinating to hear what goes behind the scenes regarding global corruption, the relationship between the USA, Panama and China and how what we think is going on, is actually a lie. Key Discussion Points: Living with a dictator’s right-hand man trained by the CIA, Mossad, and Fidel Castro How the U.S. created and then destroyed its own dictator What “evil” really means after you live with it Quitting his job, broke, and sleeping in cars to chase his dream The lessons in conviction, confidence, and courage learned from a killer Follow Cillian: https://www.instagram.com/dunne.cillian/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 – Living with a dictator’s right-hand man 02:10 – Walking on eggshells in a house of secrets 11:00 – The morality question: is killing for a cause still murder? 17:00 – The CIA’s dark partnership with Noriega 23:00 – The mysterious death of Omar Torrijos 25:00 – How the U.S. installed and later removed Noriega 42:00 – Writing with gangs and the Bloods & Crips 47:00 – Panama: a third world country with a golden crown 49:00 – Why the U.S. never took over Panama 50:30 – China, BlackRock, and control of the canal 54:00 – The Japanese plan to bomb the Panama Canal 56:00 – What the U.S. government hides from civilians 59:00 – The cost of power, money, and human self-interest AND MORE. Enjoy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#108: TheTinMen: Why Modern Men Are Struggling (and What No One Admits)
An important discussion with George from TheTinMen about men and the challenges they face daily. We went back and forth, providing differing views, yet both with deep care for the same mission of helping men live lives with more peace, joy and fulfilment. Follow George: https://www.instagram.com/thetinmen/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 0:00 Why George Started The Tin Men 2:00 How Schools Are Failing Boys 4:00 The War on Testosterone and Masculinity 6:00 Why Men Can’t Win Anymore 8:00 The Truth Behind “1 in 3 Men Are Violent” 10:00 How False Statistics Erase Male Victims 14:00 When Abuse Against Men Gets Ignored 18:00 Suicide, Silence, and Losing Hope 22:00 The Hidden Bias in How We See Men 26:00 Redefining What It Means to Be a Man 31:00 The Pressure to Provide and Find Purpose 36:00 Outrageous Headlines About Masculinity in Australia 40:00 When Society Stops Caring About Boys 45:00 Why Therapy and Mental Health Systems Fail Men 51:00 The Fight for Men’s Health and What Needs to Change Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices