Blokes n Banter

I had the privilege of talking to jazz about his rap career and mental health! Check this shit y'all!

In episode 8 I had an epic conversation with Joel about his pirate party band Lagerstein. These party pirates  have toured the world with some big names and have some crazy stories from on the road. It was a pleasure chatting all things music, tour life & mental health.

Ben is Brisbane born and bred, growing up on the south side. He was a national level swimmer, starting at 4 years old until he was 18, played rugby union, joined the RAAF at 19 and did 15 years before getting a medical discharge due to multiple physical and mental health issues. He did three tours ( two to the middle east, and one for Australian border patrol). Served 2 and a half years as a fire communication officer dealing with 000 calls and crew dispatch. He’s currently thinking up ways to better help the community deal with the current global situation where its left people out of work etc.

Harrison is the guitarist and vocalist of the Brisbane based band Liquid Lollipop. We went deep into conversation about guitars, mental health and being a nice human being to others. Please give this episode the listen it deserves.

I had the pleasure of chatting with the legend Luke aka. L.R. Marsh about his one man band, experiences with mental health, his awesome guitar design company and his passion for country music. Grab a coffee, grab a beer, sit back, relax and enjoy the ride.

I had the pleasure of chatting with Ben from Roxley Music about mental health, serving in the military and finding your passion through music. This guy is very down to earth and has a lot of good opportunities coming his way. His music reflects mental health and self care. He is a true advocate for men's mental health so please sit back, relax and listen to this awesome episode.

The one and only The Barefoot Dutchman. This legend is going to be walking from Cairns to Sydney BAREFOOT this April. On this episode Anton talks about his time in the military, his struggles with mental health and what events happened in his life to make him decide to walk over 2,600km barefoot. Have a listen you won't be disappointed.

Tyson is a good friend and advocate for mens mental health! We covered a range of different important topics including personal stories, current events, well being , music and other banter. Please give this episode a listen! 

Peace

I had the pleasure of interviewing Ricky C from NSW Health. We went deep into conversation about the current issues around men mental health since Covid-19 especially around the Northern Beaches of Sydney. Working as a mental health facilitator, Ricky has now ventured out on his own with other professionals and founded 'Speak up Mate' which is changing the way men talk to each other about such a stigmatised cause.