What if the way you dress is silently shaping how you think, move, and show up every day? We’re not fashion experts, but we’ve lived the transformation: from not caring what we wore to realising how much our appearance was impacting our confidence, mindset, and even how people view us.

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In this episode, we take a step back and ask one of the bigger questions:
“Who am I, really?”

We’ve been doing some reflecting on identity — how it’s shaped by our upbringing, culture, friends, and even the expectations we put on ourselves.

We talk about how your sense of identity influences your career, relationships, mental health, and the way you move through life.

Whether you’ve gone through an identity shift recently or you’re just starting to question the path you’re on, this one’s for you.

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In this episode, we’re joined by Kaven and Will as they reflect on their uni days and their time leading the Vietnamese Students’ Association (VSA).

Although they shared the same title as society president, their experiences couldn’t have been more different. From navigating politics, burnout, and team dynamics to building lasting friendships and personal growth — they both walk away with valuable lessons.

Whether you’re in a student society, thinking of running one, or just want to hear some raw uni stories, this one’s for you.

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In this episode, we sit down with our good mate Gary a personal trainer, online coach, and newly minted Christian to talk about the realities of being a PT beyond the shredded selfies and lifting heavy. 

Gary opens up about his wild partying days, how hitting rock bottom led to him getting sober, and how has helped the next generation of PTs build their own careers.

We cover everything from the burnout no one talks about, starting (and scaling) a fitness business, staying competitive without losing your soul, and finding faith along the way.

If you’re chasing a fitness career, struggling to stay disciplined, or just love a good redemption arc, this one’s for you.

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Timestamps:
00:01:22 Guest Intro
00:03:10 How We Met
00:06:48 Bar53 and Partying Stories
00:09:02 High School & Sports
00:12:40 Early Jobs
00:17:30 Personal Training, Gym & Powerlifting
00:28:15 Lessons in Being Competitive
00:31:46 Sport & School
00:37:06 Starting a Training Business
01:06:02 Becoming a Christian
01:33:26 Wrap Up

In this episode, we sit down with aspiring professional boxer Will, who shares how a serious shoulder injury forced him to slow down, reflect, and dive deep into self-improvement. Now juggling recovery with social media marketing, Will talks about discipline, identity, and finding his "why" outside the ring. 

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In this episode, we break down why every man should train combat sports—not just for self-defense, but as a tool for personal growth, mental toughness, and discipline.

We share our own experiences—how we got started, the lessons we’ve learned inside and outside the gym, and why fighting is about way more than just throwing punches.

💥 Why combat sports make you a better man
🥊 How training builds confidence, discipline & resilience
🔥 Our journey into combat sports & what kept us hooked
🚀 If you’re a beginner, here’s exactly where to start

Whether you’re looking to sharpen your mindset, develop unshakable confidence, or just avoid getting humbled in real life—this episode is for you. Let’s get into it.

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This episode is a special one, we took Backdoor Banter to the U.S. and linked up with our cousins for a deep, unfiltered conversation on mindset, personal growth, and the lessons we’ve learned growing up. 🎙️

We sat down with Adrian, the youngest in our bloodline, and Sid, his genius older brother (literally, he started college at 16!). But instead of a usual sit-down, we switched things up, filming in the car, teleporting across Orange County, and even hitting the streets for some spontaneous interviews.

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We’re back with a catch-up episode! 🎙️ In this one, we’re peeling back the curtain and getting real about:

🔄 What we’ve been up to lately
🎯 Our personal and podcast goals for 2025
🎬 Behind-the-scenes of running Backdoor Banter
💡 Lessons we’ve learned and what’s next for the pod

We’re setting the tone for 2025, talking about growth, mindset shifts, and what we’re working towards. Whether you’ve been rocking with us since day one or you’re new here, this episode is a solid way to get to know us better.

🔥 Tune in now and let us know in the comments—what are YOUR goals for 2025?

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In this special episode, we welcome our first guest, Brendon—a man who’s transformed his life from being broke, lost, and struggling to a, men’s coach, part-time actor and confidence expert. 🌍 From growing in Sydney to moving across the globe, living, Canada, Colombia and Mexico. You might have noticed this guy on a Woolies ad or a Paramount series. 

We unpack his raw and unfiltered journey, touching on:
💥 Overcoming rock bottom moments (like p**n addiction, being broke and battling severe eczema)
💪 How he built unshakable confidence and mastered cold approaches—even in broken Spanish
🚀 His advice for young men to stop making excuses, break through limits, and get their sh*t together

Brendon’s story is proof that no matter how low you feel, with the right mindset and relentless action, you can rewrite your narrative.

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In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into the power of a growth mindset—what it is, why it matters, and how it can completely change the way you approach life.

We’re sharing personal stories about the beliefs that once held us back, the hilarious moments that challenged our perspectives, and the tools we use now to crush limiting beliefs and level up.

Whether it’s tackling self-doubt, embracing failure, or learning how to think differently about the things you “can’t” do, this episode is all about reprogramming your mindset for success. 💡

Stick around as we unpack practical strategies, share some laughs, and reflect on how pushing beyond comfort zones can lead to massive personal growth.

🎧 Tune in now to discover how to turn life’s challenges into opportunities for growth—and maybe have a laugh or two along the way.

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