James Haskell is one of the most recognisable and outspoken figures in British rugby, but behind the reputation is a story far more complex than most people realise.

In this episode of The Good, The Bad & The Beast, Eddie Hall sits down with former England international and British & Irish Lion James Haskell to talk about the moments that shaped him, the mistakes that followed him for years and the mindset that helped him survive life in the spotlight.

From his early days in rugby and the brutal reality of elite professional sport to the pressures of media scrutiny, public judgement and being written off before his career had even begun. James opens up about the infamous school scandal that followed him for decades, how the media narrative spiralled out of control and the toll it took on his family.

He reflects on England success and failure, the importance of coaching and leadership, the relentless demands of professional rugby and the lessons he learned from being dropped, doubted and criticised at the highest level.

The conversation also dives into life after rugby, navigating fame, reality TV, online abuse, fatherhood and reinventing himself through DJing and creative work. James speaks candidly about therapy, mental resilience and why learning what you can and cannot control has become one of the biggest lessons of his life.

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In this episode of The Good, The Bad & The Beast, Eddie Hall sits down with one of the strongest bench pressers on the planet, Josh Baker, better known as The Gym Reaper.

Capable of bench pressing an unbelievable 330kg, Josh opens up about the obsession behind elite strength, the mental battle of chasing world records and the fear of what it truly costs to reach the very top.

From growing up inspired by his uncle’s military discipline, to overcoming debt, pressure and self doubt, Josh explains how strength became more than just lifting weights, it became his identity.

He talks honestly about performance enhancing drugs, longevity, recovery, sleep and the internal conflict between being the strongest version of himself and being there for his kids.

Eddie and Josh go deep on modern masculinity, discipline, motivation and why the pursuit of strength can consume your entire life. They also break down bench press technique, genetics, leverages and what separates elite pressers from everyone else.

This is not just a conversation about lifting heavy weights.

It’s about sacrifice, obsession, legacy and knowing when to push and when to step back.

If you’re serious about getting stronger, improving your mindset or understanding what it really takes to chase greatness, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

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In this episode of The Good, The Bad & The Beast, Eddie Hall sits down with Nathaniel Wood, one of Britain’s most respected MMA fighters and a former Cage Warriors world champion now competing at the highest level in the UFC.

Nathaniel opens up about growing up in south London, discovering martial arts through his father and committing to MMA at just 16 years old with no plan B… He explains the sacrifices behind chasing a fighting career, living on almost nothing for years and training multiple times a day while friends followed more traditional paths.

The conversation goes deep into the brutal reality of weight cutting in MMA, including extreme dehydration, mental strain and the moment Nathaniel realised it was costing him his health and happiness. He breaks down why moving up a weight class changed his career and why longevity now matters more than chasing every possible advantage.

Nathaniel also talks about life in the UFC, the pressure of early fights, earning his first real money after years of struggle and how becoming a father has completely changed his mindset toward fighting, risk and the future.

This is an honest chat about what it really takes to reach the top of MMA, the cost of obsession and the balance between ambition, health and family.

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In this episode of The Good, The Bad & The Beast, Eddie Hall sits down with Wim Hof, the man known around the world as The Iceman.

Recorded after a morning of ice swimming and breathwork together, this is not just a conversation, it’s a live demonstration of what the human body and mind are capable of when pushed beyond comfort. Wim shares how cold exposure and controlled breathing can radically transform energy, strength, mental health and resilience, even into later life.

Wim opens up about the defining moments of his life, from a childhood sense of purpose to the devastating loss of his wife and raising four children alone. He explains how the cold and breath became tools not just for physical endurance, but for surviving grief, rebuilding emotional strength and finding meaning.

The episode dives deep into the science behind the Wim Hof Method, including real human studies showing control over inflammation, the immune system and the nervous system. Eddie and Wim break down how breathwork can increase performance in the gym, speed recovery and help strip weight without draining energy, something Eddie experiences first-hand during training.

From battling depression and modern stress, to testosterone, dopamine, family, purpose and living in alignment with nature, this is a raw, intense and surprisingly emotional conversation about reclaiming control in a world built around comfort.

This episode is about strength beyond muscle, discipline beyond motivation and learning how to access the depths of the human body.

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Former soldier turned adventurer Jordan Wylie MBE has lived a life defined by extremes, from driving tanks through war zones to rowing solo through pirate-infested waters and now trekking across Antarctica. In this conversation with Eddie Hall, Jordan opens up about his decade in the military, his close brushes with danger, the promise that inspired him to build a school in Africa and how adventure gave him a new purpose after war.

Recorded just 48 hours before Jordan began his Antarctic Odyssey, this episode captures a man on the brink of another life-changing journey. Having conquered unclimbed mountains, he’s now 89 degrees from the South Pole, chasing the horizon of human endurance.

This is a story about courage, compassion, and what it really means to live with purpose.

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In this episode of The Good, The Bad & The Beast, Eddie Hall sits down with Tom Davies, better known as GeoWizard, the man who’s built a YouTube empire out of geography, adventure and doing the impossible.

Tom has walked across countries in a perfectly straight line, cycled across Europe, and attempted missions that test every rule of logic and safety. From sleeping rough in fields to dodging rivers, fences and angry farmers, he’s pushed himself to the limit in search of pure, real-world adventure.

He opens up about his childhood, his love of maps and exploration, and how he turned obsession and humour into one of YouTube’s most-watched geography channels.

Eddie and Tom dive deep into the fear, danger and excitement behind the famous “straight line missions” through Wales, Scotland, Norway and even across London without touching a single road.

It’s a raw and honest look at creativity, risk and the courage to turn curiosity into a career.

From angry farmers to frozen bogs, from GeoGuessr to global fame, this is the story of a man who proves adventure still exists if you’re brave enough to draw your own line.

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In this episode of The Good, The Bad & The Beast, Eddie Hall sits down with Mitchell Hooper, the Canadian powerhouse who went from marathon running to becoming World’s Strongest Man.

Mitchell opens up about his journey from growing up in Ontario to studying kinesiology, moving across the world to Australia and discovering the sport that would change his life.

He shares how his background in endurance, science and psychology helped him rise to the top of strongman faster than anyone in history.

Eddie and Mitch dive deep into training, mindset and the obsession that drives champions. 

They talk about injuries, recovery, and what it really takes to perform at the highest level without losing balance or purpose.

Beyond the gym, Mitchell speaks candidly about mental health, motivation and finding meaning once the competition ends. He reflects on the struggle between ego and empathy, and how fatherhood and philosophy have reshaped his outlook on success.

This episode is a masterclass in discipline, humility and the science of strength. 

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In this episode of The Good, The Bad & The Beast, Eddie Hall sits down with Aldo Kane - former Royal Marine Commando sniper, adventurer and TV survival expert.

From his early days in Scotland to the front lines of Iraq, Aldo shares how discipline, danger and adventure have shaped his life.

He opens up about his gruelling Royal Marines training at just 16 years old, surviving sniper school and life after the military - including the struggle to adjust to civilian life, teaching troubled kids in Glasgow and rediscovering purpose through exploration and adventure.

Eddie and Aldo dive deep into mental health, goal setting, and the challenges of staying driven once the mission is over.

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This week on The Good, The Bad and The Beast, Eddie sits down with 8x Mr. Olympia Ronnie Coleman, one of the greatest bodybuilders to ever walk the planet. From his early days working long shifts as a police officer to building a physique that changed the sport forever, Ronnie’s story is one of discipline, determination, and unshakable spirit.

He opens up about his legendary rise to the top of professional bodybuilding, the mindset that carried him through some of the most intense training ever recorded, and the physical toll that came with pushing the human body to its limits. Ronnie also shares the harrowing details of his near-fatal battle with sepsis, the long road to recovery, and the unwavering passion that continues to drive him today.

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Alan Graves has lived ten lives in one. He was a child actor, a stand-up comic and a man who never fit into the system.

After being sacked from more than ten jobs, he decided to build his own path and founded Do Not Age, a company funding real human clinical trials to help people live longer and feel better.

In this episode, Alan opens up about his wild journey through drink & drugs, ADHD and self-destruction before rebuilding himself into a world champion boxer and entrepreneur.

He shares what really works for longevity, how to rebuild a broken life and why discipline became his freedom.

Born from a mission to slow aging, Alan has built one of the most talked-about longevity brands in the world.

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