Shared Minds Podcast

We move beyond Liam’s biggest OCD battle the fear of cheating on his ex and dive into the darker, more absurd corners of his intrusive thoughts. From fears of accidentally harming strangers to unsettling scenarios his mind convinced him were real, this raw conversation shows just how unpredictable and consuming OCD can be.

This part of the episode shines a light on the lesser-known, often unspoken side of OCD, proving that intrusive thoughts don’t always make sense, but they carry a very real emotional weight.

Liam opens up about some of his darkest battles with OCD intrusive fears of cheating, kissing strangers, hitting people with his car, and other deep thoughts he has never spoken about on air before.

OCD isn’t just one lane it can take millions of shapes, thoughts, and fears that feel real, but aren’t. This raw and vulnerable conversation sheds light on the reality of living with OCD, the weight of intrusive thoughts, and the importance of talking openly about mental health struggles.

This episode contains open and honest discussions around intrusive thoughts, OCD, and heavy mental health struggles. Some of the content may be triggering or difficult to hear. Please listen with care, and only if you feel in the right headspace.

In part two of our conversation with Chris, we go beyond the field and into life’s deeper lessons. Chris opens up about navigating life after divorce, learning true empathy when a partner goes through tragedy, and the golden moments that remind us what really matters. It’s an honest and reflective chat about growth, resilience, and finding light in life’s toughest seasons.

In our latest episode of The Shared Minds Podcast, we sit down with Chris, the founder of Offside Tag. After his NRL career came to an end, Chris was left facing a deep sense of lost purpose what he describes as a black hole in his chest. In search of meaning, he even attempted a Guinness World Record before eventually returning to the sport he loved. That journey led him to create Offside Tag an alternative version of the game that brings people together in a whole new way.

In part one of our anniversary special, we shared the journey of starting Shared Minds the vision, the struggles, and the people who shaped our first year.

Now, in part two, we go even deeper. We talk about the lessons hidden in our lowest moments, the breakthroughs that came when we least expected them, and the growth we’ve experienced not just as podcasters, but as people.

This episode is about honesty, resilience, and what it really takes to keep moving forward when life feels heavy. If part one was the story of how Shared Minds began, part two is the story of what we’ve become and where we’re heading next.

Whether you’ve been with us since day one or only just found us, thank you for walking this journey alongside us. You’re the reason Shared Minds exists.

Here’s to the next chapter Year Two.

One year ago 28th August 2024, we started The Shared Minds Podcast with nothing but a vision to share our stories and help others through their mental health struggles. Today, we’re celebrating one full year of conversations, growth, and connection.

In this special anniversary episode, we open up about our rock-bottom moments, the unexpected challenges that almost broke us, the wins that kept us moving forward, and most importantly the incredible people we’ve met along the way.

This episode is raw, honest, and a true reflection of the journey we’ve been on. Whether you’ve been here since day one or just found us recently, thank you for being part of the Shared Minds community.

Here’s to Year Two.

In this follow-up to our unaired April episode, we continue the conversation with Drew Derriman as Liam navigates life after a 10-year relationship. Having already explored Liam’s past traumas, this episode focuses on practical strategies, fresh perspectives, and real talk about rebuilding identity, confidence, and relationships after such a long-term split.

Originally kept in the archives, the insights and raw honesty in this session are too valuable not to share. Drew’s guidance makes this a must-listen for anyone figuring out who they are and how to move forward after a big life change.

Back in April, we sat down with Drew Derriman for a powerful conversation on identity, relationships, and personal growth. At the time, Liam had just come out of a 10-year relationship and was navigating the challenges of being single for the first time as an adult.

Originally, we didn’t plan on releasing this episode, but the insights and raw honesty were too valuable to leave in the archives. Drew brings wisdom, perspective, and real-life strategies that make this one of those episodes you’ll want to revisit whenever you’re questioning who you are and where you’re going.

Find Drew on Instagram @drewderriman

Erchana Murray-Bartlett isn’t slowing down. After 150 marathons in 150 days, she then campaigning as an independent for the federal seat of McPherson. In this episode, she shares her vision for climate resilience, housing affordability, and community-driven leadership, and reveals how the same determination that carried her across Australia is now driving her to create change in government.

Erchana Murray-Bartlett shares the physical grit, mental resilience, the planning, the birth of the idea, the emotional highs and lows of her journey from Cape York to Melbourne and most importantly why anybody would dare attempt this.

This is how one woman pushed human limits to inspire change. After achieving this you wont believe what her next venture is.