On this episode of Chew The Fat, I sit down with Joe Pignataro; a media guru, local footy legend and all round good guy. We chat about a range of topics, Joe's dreams of an AFL career, his pride and passion for his old College stomping ground as well as his profession in sports media which has created an incredible bond between himself and AFL legend Kevin Bartlett.

The focus of the chat however is on Joe's ongoing mental health journey that came about after the fatal drive-by shooting of his best mate Chris Lane in 2013. Joe talks opens up about his feelings, emotions and vulnerabilities in what I consider to be an incredible display of bravery.

Like all guests that come on this show, i'm incredibly thankful that Joe was willing to share his story and I hope that his openness about his battles with Depression & Anxiety allow someone listening at home to find the courage to speak up about their own issues

Music supplied by Ben Sound @ www.bensound.com