Fred and Benji dive into the highs and lows of life, from Benji’s recent quiet wedding to Fred’s ongoing struggle with phone addiction. They discuss how unmet expectations—whether on psychedelics or in daily routines—can spark deep dissatisfaction. With honesty and humor, they explore the impact of manifesting life goals, the courage to change bad habits, and how sometimes support from a friend makes all the difference.

After a summer filled with fun and his recent engagement to his fiancée, Benji is finding it hard to adjust to having a long distance relationship, experiencing the post-summer blues and grappling with feelings of purpose and meaning. 

Freddo provides a supportive space and shares his own difficulties of maintaining healthy habits when in a funk, and how knowing the right things to do doesn’t always make it easier. 

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In this heartwarming episode, we celebrate Benji's recent engagement. The first half of the conversation is all about the love story of Benji and Roz —how he knew she was the one, the details of his proposal, and the unforgettable moment they got engaged. It’s a beautiful and uplifting discussion about love and commitment.

As the episode wraps up, Freddo opens up about feelings of envy, and Benji offers some thoughtful advice on navigating life’s uncertainties. He asks a few powerful questions that help steer the ship when you’re feeling a bit lost, reminding us all that the journey is just as important as the destination.

Check out WHEEL TALK the new podcast from Freddo and his pal Brittney:

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Ready for something fresh and inspiring? Tune into WHEEL TALK, the new podcast that’s all about real stories, raw conversations, and the journey of life from a whole new perspective. Whether you’re seeking insight, laughter, or a bit of both, Wheel Talk has it all. Click the link and don’t miss out on the ride!

Hello, dear listeners! I'm thrilled to introduce you to my friend Matt Barker. On a recent trip to Southampton for my nephew's wedding, I had the pleasure of staying with Matt and his wonderful wife Becky for four days. 

During my stay, Matt and I recorded an informal chat, where we reminisced about our favourite teachers, discussed the nuances of people-pleasing, and shared some of our proudest moments. Spoiler alert: Matt once heroically saved babies from a burning building! 

I also shared a emotional story about my my mums diagnosis of early stage dementia and how it has affected us as family.

I hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed recording it!

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Mark Holland didn’t realise that this would be the last time he’d ever ride his beloved bike.

Mark was on a mountain bike holiday with his friends in Morzine when tragedy struck 

The accident was bad and diagnosis was dire. It’s tough being told you’ll never walk again. 

Find out more about the events of that fateful day, as they unfolded. Mark talks of his journey from then until now with raw honesty. Discover the driving forces behind his optimism, his reflections on Stoke Mandeville rehab centre, as well as his best advice for someone new to life with a spinal cord injury. 

A thoughtful gift prompts deep discussion about childhood insecurities and overcoming them. From the flow state things that make you forget about time, to the pro’s and cons of being self employed vs having a job, we cover a lot of ground.

Finally, we talk about a heavy topic: assisted suicide. We share feelings and thoughts, showing that tough subjects can be handled with care.

Join us for a laid-back, insightful journey through life's big questions.

If you enjoy today’s episode then please consider sharing with a friend as these conversations can be more beneficial to a wider audience. 

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But most importantly, love yourselves and each other ❤️ ✌️

A candid conversation about all the weird and wonderful things that being a paraplegic entails. We hope that hearing us laugh about it can help newly injured folk come to terms with their situation.

A conversation on honesty, relationships and distance. 

Benji talks about the joys of his recent holiday with his mum and girlfriend and the challenges of long distance relationships. 

Freddo talks of having the opposite experience when enveloped in a love bubble with his girlfriend.

We explore the nature of direct communication and ask why it can feel so uncomfortable sometimes, while remaining crucial for personal growth and resolving conflicts.

Is it better to be kind than to be right? How do we balance politeness with honesty, and when should we choose one over the other? 

These timeless questions form the crux of our discussion, infused with a blend of serious introspection and light hearted banter that characterises Apes on Tape conversations.

Pedaling dreams from Argentina to Alaska.

I was fortunate to recently meet Christian Hosking, who accomplished something truly extraordinary by cycling not only through the rugged terrains of Patagonia and the demanding Alaskan wilderness but also enduring a continuous mental trial.

Over 18 months, he cycled two continents. Each pedal seemed to bring new challenges and insights, which he shares with me over an informal chat.

His journey is fascinating and we go on to talk about some great coincidences involving him listening to the entire back catalogue of this podcast on his ride. 

Check out his YouTube channel : Kooks on Bikes

https://www.youtube.com/@chosking132

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