On this episode of Major’s Mess Hall, Gavin sits down with Rob Patey for a deeply personal and honest conversation about grief, loss, and learning how to carry on after life changes forever.

Rob has built a powerful daily “Grief Journal” on TikTok, where he shares his experience of adjusting to life after the loss of his wife in January. In this episode, he opens up about that journey, the realities of grief, and the small ways he’s finding a path forward.

Gavin also shares his own story, speaking candidly about the loss of his mum in early May, what happened, and how he’s been coping in the weeks since. It’s a raw, heartfelt conversation between two people navigating loss in real time, with honesty, vulnerability, and a reminder that grief looks different for everyone.

If you’d like to follow Rob’s journey, you can find him on TikTok at @Roberttpateyiii.

This week on Major's Mess Hall, Gavin chats with the mega-talented Floyd McCollum, drummer and musical director for LFO, as well as Brad Fischetti's tour manager when he hits the road. Floyd shares how he first got into drumming, the journey that led him into the music industry, and the story of meeting Brad at church—a chance encounter that would go on to shape a major part of his career. From performing with LFO to helping keep things running smoothly behind the scenes on tour, Floyd gives us a fascinating look at life in and around the music business.

We also welcome back Bertie "Coveboy" Garnier, who stops by to officially announce the 2026 Major's Mess Hall Pub Crawl! Find out where we'll be gathering, what to expect, and why you won't want to miss this year's event.

Plus, Tony drops in to say hello, and as always, there's plenty of laughs, stories, and random conversations along the way.

So sit back, relax, and join us for another entertaining episode of Major's Mess Hall!

In this special return episode of Major’s Mess Hall, Gavin and Chris are back after a six-week break. Gavin shares a personal update about the loss of his mum, and the hosts reflect on being away. They also dive into some big headlines, like Elon Musk becoming the world’s first trillionaire. Plus, they discuss the adventures of Lara Vafiadis, and the Monkey Fist team as they prepare to row cross the Indian Ocean. And stay tuned—Gavin announces the next Major’s Mess Hall pub crawl, coming this August in Halifax, Nova Scotia!

In this special episode of Major’s Mess Hall, we sit down with Raushan Hammond, the actor behind Thud Butt from Steven Spielberg’s iconic film Hook, starring Robin Williams and Dustin Hoffman. Raushan takes us behind the scenes of what it was like to be a Lost Boy and shares personal stories of working with Robin Williams and Spielberg. Plus, we dive into his new project, Hook vs. Neverland, reuniting with old castmates and bringing fresh magic to the story. Don’t miss this heartwarming, nostalgic journey back to Neverland!

This week on Major’s Mess Hall, we sit down with Lara Vafiadis and Glyn Roberts to dive into one of the wildest challenges we’ve ever featured on the show.

The pair are part of the “Brain Waves” crew, gearing up to take on an extreme ocean-rowing expedition across the Indian Ocean—spending roughly 100 days at sea in a 29-foot boat, rowing in relentless two-hour shifts, day and night.

Lara brings incredible experience to the team, having previously completed a grueling solo Atlantic row, while Glyn is stepping into his first ocean row after a background in the military and endurance sports.

Together, they open up about the physical and mental preparation needed for a journey of this magnitude, from sleep deprivation and survival at sea to the emotional resilience required to keep pushing forward.

Beyond the challenge itself, their mission has real purpose—supporting research into microplastics, mental health, and immersive technology, helping to push scientific understanding while raising awareness for important causes.

It’s an inspiring, eye-opening conversation about adventure, endurance, and what it truly takes to attempt something extraordinary. Be sure to check out monkeyfistadventures.com for all the info and links to donate!

In this special episode of Major's Mess Hall, Gavin and Chris have the incredible honor of sitting down with Gary K. Wolf, the visionary creator of the loveable Roger Rabbit. Gary takes listeners on a journey back to his childhood, sharing when he first discovered his creative spark and what it was like writing his debut novel. He also discusses Disney’s acquisition of the Roger Rabbit rights and reflects on the long, 35-year journey that followed. But, in late 2025, Gary reclaimed ownership of the characters, and with that has come a wave of new possibilities. He teases exciting future projects, and fans won’t want to miss what’s next. Gavin and Chris couldn’t be more excited to share this inspiring conversation. Be sure to follow Gary on Facebook at Gary K. Wolf and visit his website, garywolf.com⁠, where all the big announcements for the future will be coming soon.

On this week’s episode, we welcome the DJ to the stars, the phenomenal KnowleDJ! KnowleDJ has opened for music icons such as Backstreet Boys, Mariah, Ariana Grande, Ludacris, Flo Rida, and done VIP parties for Jay Z/Beyonce The Weeknd and Morgan Wallen to name but a few.

In this candid conversation, KnowleDJ dives into his lucrative career, his rise through the ranks of the DJ world, and previews his upcoming book, "The DJ Diaries."

He also shares invaluable advice for aspiring DJs looking to break into the industry. Don’t miss this inspiring and insightful episode!

In this episode of Major’s Mess Hall, we sit down with singer-songwriter Tricia McTeague for a fascinating chat about her incredible journey through the music industry. Tricia takes us back to her early days performing alongside Ronan Keating, and gives us a behind-the-scenes look at her time working on The X Factor.

We also dive into some truly unforgettable moments in her career, including opening for music icons like Elton John and Lionel Richie. Tricia shares how she became the voice behind trance music legends N-Trance, and what that experience has been like.

Plus, we chat about her brand new collaboration with The Last Arcade on the track Why Did You Leave Me, and what fans can expect next.

It’s a fun, insightful, and inspiring conversation you won’t want to miss!

In this latest edition of Just the Tip, Gavin and Tony visit Dartmouth’s hidden gem: R&B Kitchen. The soulful flavors blew them away, and they break down each bite of this phenomenal comfort food. Plus, they dive into some other fun topics along the way—don’t miss it!

In this milestone Episode 250, Gavin and Chris dive into a thought-provoking mix of topics. They explore cancel culture, reflect on personal loss, and get inspired by the latest space launch. As they discuss Elon Musk’s wild ambitions with AI and robots, Gavin also unveils a wacky, adventurous movie idea: a story where Musk’s AI robots embark on a Mars mission but end up colonizing the planet without humans 🤯. Don’t miss this epic, introspective, and wacky journey!