
The Pocket with Chris Griffin
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#151: Jack Nauseef: God's secret to unlimited energy
#150: Fraser Grut: What's Your Dream, Bro?
#149: Drew Lynch: The Raw Pressure Of Being A Comedian
#148: Thomas Petrou: Your desires are being manipulated
#147: William Scott: Dissolving the biggest fears men face in 84 minutes
#146: Lindsey Fishman: How talking to the walls cured my depression
#145: CIA Whistleblower John Kiriakou: “If they want you, they will get you”
#144: Andy Elliot on Relationships, God and Mastering Communication
HYROX WORLDS LIVE PANEL: Hunter McIntyre Reveals What A Real Champion Looks Like
#142: The Aesthetic Revolution: Why I Dedicated My Life To Bodybuilding | Dr Mike Israetel
#141: George Heaton: What ‘obsessed’ actually looks like
#140: Ex Monk: The Hidden Secret To Accessing Peace
#139: Numbness...
#138: Men and women can't be friends
#137: Alfie Robertson: The collapse of ambition in Australia
#136: Surrender...
#135: Let's talk about ego...
#134: This was a hard podcast to record…
#133: Mark Rolton: Smart People Win In Moments Like This

#132: dare to try
you’re capable of more than you think. Chapters: 00:00 You only know what you know 04:45 Chasing less, receiving more 07:15 Difference between the left brain and the right brain 13:00 Can spirituality go too far? 15:50 A lesson from a little kid 19:30 The problem with doing the things you know 24:20 The most liberating feeling 30:20 Your sign to take the risk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#131: I think we forget we're human...
Apply to work with me to build your podcast and personal brand: https://thepodpro.com/apply This was a live event I spoke at in Thailand last month. We deep dove on content and I share the method I use to blow up on social media. It is a very different approach to anything you have ever seen online (but it works). Sometimes I think we forget we're human. Let me explain... Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Follow my podcast: https://www.instagram.com/thepocketpodcast/ Chapters: 00:00 the work I do to make six figures a month 03:30 I think we forget we’re human 07:00 My transformation 13:00 Why I quit in the early days 16:00 Level up your content masterclass 33:00 Where most coaches go wrong 41:00 Why you should change your messaging 46:40 Live audience member content breakdown 59:00 Q&A (extreme value) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#130: Grayson Hart: The Material World Isn’t The Problem… You Are
Grayson Hart joins us on The Pocket today. Grayson founded Puresport, a company that revolutionised the way supplements and clothing are positioned in the health and wellness space. He is also an ex high level athlete and a deep thinker. We dove deep on the meaning of life, relationships, heartbreak, leading from the heart, why the material world rules people, and so much more. Enjoy. Follow Grayson https://www.instagram.com/graysonjonhart/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 Why you should live from your heart 06:00 The less you chase the more you receive 08:00 The material world rules people 12:00 Profound life lessons from playing professional rugby 20:00 Leaving space for magic 28:00 Grayson’s view on having multiple lifetimes 34:00 The impact parents have on our relationships 40:00 Defining success in life and relationships 52:00 How is heartbreak a blessing? 01:02:00 Easy times create weak men… 01:06:00 Being one with it all 01:15:30 A crazy experience in Venice Beach 01:21:00 The line between settling and always wanting more 01:27:00 My relationship to the Holy Trinity and God 01:38:00 The one main takeaway from this episode Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#129: It's fine man, no one will know...
Welcome to another episode. Today's is a solo pod. Enjoy Apply to work with me to build your podcast and personal brand: https://thepodpro.com/apply Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#128: Savanna Stone: Why all liberals have blue hair
Savanna Faith Stone returns to The Pocket. Savanna is a good friend of mine and has absolutely blown up all over the internet for her traditional views on marriage, relationships and masculine & feminine dynamics. We shot this in the living room of a 1950’s traditional home. Seems fitting right? Should we go back to the good old days? Follow Savanna: https://www.instagram.com/savannafaithstone/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 Why beauty is ruined now… 07:10 Has debating changed Savanna’s beliefs? 12:30 What is the goal with the message you’re sharing? 18:00 The challenge women are facing right now 25:30 Where God plays a role in Savanna’s marriage 31:40 The Performative Christian 41:20 Does God forgive everyone or can you take it too far? 46:00 The negative impact of speaking your truth 52:00 Why liberals have blue hair… 57:00 Liberal men are lacking testosterone 59:40 Difference between creation and consumption 01:06:00 What women actually want Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#127: You just need to be 3 steps ahead…
One of the most powerful lessons I've learned. It's responsible for me being in the position I'm in today, being able to impact millions of lives around the world and live out my dream. Apply to work with me: www.thepodpro.com/apply Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#126: Josh Goldy: The Biggest Superpower In A World Of Chaos
Josh Goldy joins me on The Pocket today. We dive deep on toxic positivity, the problem with the flashy life and how people are chasing dopamine in the wrong areas, Josh opens up about his challenges and traumas and much more more. Work with josh directly: https://www.joshgoldyfitness.com/ Follow Josh: https://www.instagram.com/_josh.goldy_/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#125: The most important call you should answer
A deep dive on the most important call you can possibly answer. Possibly one of the most universal messages for anyone at any stage of their journey. Drop a comment below with your thoughts on this episode! Love you all, Chris Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#124: The problem with reasoning your way through life…
A deep dive on life with two guys in their early 20’s as the sun sets in Malibu. Follow Elliot: https://www.instagram.com/elliotbewick/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Work with Chris to build your podcast and personal brand: https://thepodcastjungle.com/apply A sneak peak on what we spoke about: Chapters: 00:00 What keeps young people stuck 07:00 Taking things to the extreme to hear the message 11:00 What drives you: the carrot or the stick? 16:00 Waking up at 4am 21:00 Keep death close 26:00 Listen to what you really want… 30:00 Giving is selfish 36:00 Chris Williamson & Steven Bartlett Controversy 43:00 Horrifying statistics around depopulation 53:00 Believing in God. 01:02:00 Taking philosophy too far 01:13:00 Extreme self assessment 01:26:00 Performative Christians Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#123: Alfie Robertson: When AI Destroys Money… What’s Left?
Alfie returns for the 3rd time. We deep dive on his optimism on a future with AI. It’s been interesting seeing the transition in Alfie’s state as he advances into massive success. He’s made millions of dollars but the money isn’t the goal. It’s not the thing that defines him. This version of Alfie was a different lens to the last two times I’ve chatted with him on The Pocket. Enjoy this beautiful set on the rocks in Bondi Beach as the sun rises. Follow Alfie: https://www.instagram.com/alfiegetshard/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 The future of AI and losing jobs 03:40 Will AI unlock more passion in our life? 06:30 What travel made Alfie realize 11:30 What most founders are running away from 14:30 Bree sat Alfie down and said… 19:00 The problem with content & social media… 26:00 How you stand out on social media 35:00 What discourages us most? 41:00 Sacrifice & desire 46:00 The problem with education systems 49:00 A profound mindset change 58:30 Are we reaching the end of in person experiences? 01:08:30 The problem with climbing the mountain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
#122: Happiness...
I deep dived on happiness today. It was profound. We came up with some cool stuff. Enjoy. Chapters: 00:00 Happiness tied to progression 02:50 The number 1 key to happiness 05:26 Does money bring you happiness? 09:00 Does isolation and solitude bring you happiness? 14:10 The problem with expectations 18:30 A profound lesson from Iman Gadzhi 21:00 An apology to my future wife 23:30 Mind blowing realization about happiness 31:00 Where does stress come from? 35:00 Can you access presence when you’re alone? 37:50 What strips away your happiness? Follow Chris on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Work with Chris to build your podcast & personal brand: https://thepodcastjungle.com/apply Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#121: A Raw Chat with Michael Smoak
Michael Smoak (Higherup Wellness) returns again for the third time on The Pocket. A crowd favourite (including myself). We dove deep while hitting a gym session. Follow Michael: https://www.instagram.com/higherupwellness/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Listen to the last podcast we recorded together: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7lNht10A4EeX5Qr7FvKmpP?si=98b93cb00c5c47bd Chapters: 00:03:10 Getting judged online 00:06:45 Why most men never change 00:14:30 Copycat culture and fake masculinity 00:18:15 One year since my dad died 00:22:50 A poem about being human 00:24:20 How grief actually works 00:30:45 Pain is how men are forged 00:32:50 Becoming proud of who you are 00:37:40 Asking Tony Robbins 00:41:45 Becoming undeniable 00:50:15 Trusting yourself without prep 00:54:30 Killing the old identity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#120: Simon Beard: After Achieving Everything You Ever Want, What’s Next?
Comment your best takeaway from the conversation to be flown out to spend a day on Simon’s Lamborghini yacht! (More info at the end of the episode) Today I sit down with my good friend Simon Beard on his Lamborghini boat to talk about something most people never prepare for: What actually happens after you win. Simon is one of Australia’s most successful entrepreneurs, best known as the co-founder of Culture Kings and for building one of the most iconic retail brands in the country. We talk about emotional control, ego, pressure, decision making, building a strong marriage, and what it really takes to build a life that doesn’t fall apart once you achieve your dreams. Key Discussion Points Why emotional control matters more than intelligence The most dangerous moment in any successful career How ego quietly destroys great businesses The decisions that can’t be undone Building a successful marriage The challenges of raising kids with extreme wealth Follow Simon: https://www.instagram.com/simonbeard/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 20:00 Ego getting in the way 30:00 The expensive champagne doesn’t taste better 42:00 Underdogs can crush Goliaths in 2026 53:00 Challenges raising family with wealth 1:10:00 Lessons from Tony Robins on building a strong marriage Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#119: David Reid: I Went on a 10 Year Global Quest to Understand Life. Here’s What I Found.
David is one of my good brothers. He inspires me massively in so many facets of life. It was a pleasure to spend a few days with him and his family. This was recorded on the last day together. We barely scratched the surface in this of the wisdom that David has. If you are wanting to understand more about religion, spirituality, and lifestyle quest for meaning, this episode is for you. Key Discussion Points Why David left corporate life to search for meaning His global spiritual journey through Israel, Egypt and the Dead Sea How ancient wisdom and modern physics point to the same truth Why silence, nature and presence change how you experience life What he discovered about purpose, connection and peace ANDDD MUCH MORE. Follow David and the Manna Brand: https://www.instagram.com/mannavitality/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 Why David walked away from corporate life 06:30 The inner spark that pushed him to question everything 12:15 Discovering books that changed his view of reality 18:40 Following intuition instead of having a plan 24:55 Traveling to sacred places in search of truth 31:20 The hidden history of Jesus and Mary Magdalene 38:10 How ancient wisdom became modern religion 44:45 Why separation is the root of human suffering 51:10 Understanding consciousness through physics 57:35 Being called to the Dead Sea 01:04:00 Living in the desert with no money or certainty 01:10:40 Learning to trust life instead of controlling it 01:17:25 Building Mana from spiritual and scientific discovery 01:23:50 How nature, silence and presence create peace 01:30:30 What David believes is the true meaning of life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#118: I’m doing the opposite of what’s “required to succeed” in 2026 - here’s why
The most unorthodox approach to achieve success in 2026. I've been sprinting for the last 7 years and one moment a couple months ago rocked me. It made me look within and re-think my approach. So here we are. Happy New Year all, enjoy! Chris x Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Apply to work with me to build your podcast and personal brand: https://thepodcastjungle.com/apply Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#117: The Silent Battle With Reality TV Fame (Garret Miller from Siesta Key)
Today’s episode is with reality TV star, Garret Miller from Siesta Key. Garret opens up about things he has never shared publicly before. His challenges with Mental Health, anxiety and the silent battle he faced from being on reality tv. Follow Garret: https://www.instagram.com/gbaby00/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#116: Danny Morel: Why Real Love Terrifies Men
Danny Morel joins me on The Pocket! This conversation goes deep into emotional wounds, fear, commitment, masculine and feminine energy, and how childhood experiences shape the way men show up in relationships. We talk about why men avoid vulnerability, how chasing success can be a form of avoidance, and what it actually takes to experience real intimacy and freedom in love. This one is confronting, honest, and powerful. Key Discussion Points Why men are emotionally disconnected How childhood wounds shape adult relationships Fear, commitment, and avoidance in men The difference between boy energy and man energy What real intimacy and love actually require Order Danny’s book: https://awakenbook.com/ Learn more from Danny: https://link.me/dannymorel Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 Why men are emotionally behind 03:10 Masculine vs feminine energy explained 07:40 Unconscious fathers and emotional suppression 12:50 Pain as the trigger for awakening 18:30 Childhood wounds and relationship patterns 23:40 Victim consciousness vs creator consciousness 28:20 Real intimacy and telling the truth 33:10 Men, commitment, and fear of freedom 37:55 The phases of love and why couples get stuck 43:20 Why dependency is not love 48:10 Knowing when it is right to commit 52:40 Awareness, healing, and transformation 57:15 Fear, courage, and emotional growth 01:01:20 Enlightenment and living without fear Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#115: Miki Agrawal: Why The Most Taboo Ideas Make The Most Money
Today's episode is with Miki Agrawal. Miki was so amazing. She is the founder of Hiro Diapers, Tushy and Thinx, to name a few. A leader in women's business and an inspiring, passionate voice. I loved this. Find out how the most Taboo ideas, make the most amount of money, how women can succeed in business (and if that should be the goal), learn what soft power is, and much much more. Follow Miki: https://www.instagram.com/mikiagrawal/ Buy Hiro Diapers: https://www.instagram.com/hirodiapers/ Learn more about working with Miki: https://linktr.ee/mikiagrawal Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#114: Michael Smoak: The Harsh Truth About Love Men Fear To Admit
Big claim: one of my favourite episodes of the year. Michael Smoak (@higherupwellness) returns to the show. If you liked the first time Mike came on, you wont be disappointed with this one. Completely different conversation, yet an absolute banger. Something about the synergy we have together is one I’m beyond blessed about. This episode was all about relationships, love, overcoming hardship, the battles that a man has and so much more. Follow Michael: https://www.instagram.com/higherupwellness/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 A man’s biggest challenge 11:00 An explanation of a mans biology 16:00 Defining lust 20:00 What a man and women need to be intimate 29:00 Difference between confidence and ego 35:00 The difficulty of submission when you’re winning 39:00 Inaction is selfish 44:00 The new drug 53:00 Why your body is screaming at you 59:30 Impacts of suppressed emotions 1:06:00 The key to deep connection 1:14:00 Zooming out the time horizon 1:30:00 The gap between you and happiness 1:35:00 Why do we keep suffering on purpose? 1:38:20 Imposter syndrome 1:45:00 Losing someone you gave your all to… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#113: Todd Anderson: Your Sleep Problem Isn’t Sleep
In this episode, we break down why most people don’t have a sleep problem at all… They have a stress problem, a purpose problem, or a life-awareness problem. Todd Anderson is one of the sharpest voices in the world of sleep, human psychology, and high performance. He’s worked with elite athletes, Fortune 500 teams, and high performers who want to feel better, think clearer, and stop sabotaging themselves. Key Discussion Points: Why most sleep problems are actually stress and life-awareness problems The fear of losing momentum and the psychological cost of high performance Presence, flow state, and how elite performers access their best self Childhood patterns, identity, and the hidden roots of adult stress How to fix your relationship with sleep without becoming obsessive or rigid Follow Todd: https://www.instagram.com/toddanderson42_/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Try Dream Recovery and use code GRIFFIN: https://dreamrecovery.io/ Chapters: 00:00 Why sleep really matters 03:02 The culture shift around sleep 06:18 Morning routines vs efficiency 09:41 Stress disguised as sleep problems 12:28 How life stress stacks silently 15:17 Fear of losing momentum 18:49 Childhood wiring and identity 21:47 Todd’s upbringing and purpose 24:43 Overcoming insecurity 27:36 Why most people never start 31:05 Highs, lows, and perspective 36:42 When optimization becomes harmful 41:20 Presence and flow state 47:50 Why people feel worse than they think 53:40 How Dream Recovery began 58:55 Presence as the real superpower 01:09:26 New recovery tech 01:11:10 Final reflections Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#112: Chris Petkas: Why The Most Dangerous Men Are The Most Calm
Today’s episode is with Chris Petkas, former Navy Seal turned VC investor. It was a powerful conversation around grit, determination and the willingness to fail. Chris’ marriage with Codie Sanchez inspires me, Chris’ well rounded success inspires me and Chris’ calm nature inspires me. I loved this conversation. We also recorded this in a horse stable just out of Austin with 5 real horses behind us. Key Discussion Points: Why calm men are often the most dangerous How military training builds composure under chaos Naivety as a superpower when starting hard things The biggest risk in life: choosing who you marry Jiu-jitsu, humility, and learning through losing Patriotism, perspective, and seeing the world Australia’s tall-poppy mindset vs America Follow Chris Petkas: https://www.instagram.com/chrispetkas/ Follow Chris Griffin: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 Why Calm Men Are the Most Dangerous 05:20 Military Recruitment 10:40 Naivety, Risk and Starting Before You’re Ready 15:55 Failure, Ego and Learning Through Pain 21:00 Suffering in Training vs Real Combat 26:15 Leaving the Military and Entering Business 30:30 The Competence Ladder 33:45 Long Distance Love 36:50 Choosing a Partner is your biggest risk 39:40 Building Marriage and Business Together 46:30 The Loneliness Myth 49:40 Patriotism, Perspective and Seeing the World 53:50 Australia vs America: Ambition and Tall Poppy Culture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#111: Sage Bender: Leaving Home, Losing Himself, Finding Brotherhood
Welcoming Sage Bender to The Pocket. We dove deep, shared untold stories and revisited places he hasn't been in a while, sharing stories that have shaped him into the man he is today. Also, enjoy the horses in the background. We recorded this in a horse stable just outside of Austin. Follow Sage: https://www.instagram.com/sxgebender/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 0:00 Why friends make or break you 3:00 Growing up with the wrong influences 5:00 Getting caught in the wrong crowd 7:00 How Sage met the Austin boys 9:00 Stop chasing people, build yourself 11:00 Leaving his old life behind 13:00 Masculinity, integrity, intention 15:00 Vulnerability and humility 17:00 Fighting, presence, and peace 20:00 Confidence vs ego 23:00 Weak identities and fragile men 26:00 Why jiu-jitsu humbles everyone 29:00 Community, discipline, and respect 32:00 Rock bottom and drug use 36:00 Losing a friend and the wake-up call 40:00 Moving cities and outgrowing people 45:00 Faith, rebellion, and rebuilding belief 50:00 Sage on responsibility and self-awareness 55:00 Becoming the man you want to be Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#110: Adam Lamb: The Gift of Being Too Dumb To Quit
In this episode, I chat with Adam Lamb, an entrepreneur, investor, and business advisor who’s built and sold multiple companies in healthcare, finance, and consulting. We dive into what it really means to be “too dumb to quit,” unpacking the role of stubbornness, fear, and confidence in success. Adam opens up about his rough upbringing, how his beliefs about money and success evolved, and what it’s like raising kids in a completely different world than the one he grew up in. Key Discussion Points: The mindset behind being “too dumb to quit” How stubbornness can either serve or sabotage you Breaking old beliefs about money, worth, and success Navigating ego vs. confidence in leadership and life Raising grounded kids in an abundant world What true intimacy means in marriage and relationships Follow Adam: https://www.instagram.com/adamlamb33/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 Too Dumb To Quit 06:00 Stubbornness explained 12:00 Running for office 18:00 Fear of being seen 24:00 Confidence vs experience 30:00 Vulnerability as strength 36:00 Break the belief walls 42:00 Growing up broke 48:00 The turning point 54:00 Comfort kills growth 01:00:00 Parenting without entitlement 01:06:00 Parenting Sons & daughters differently 01:12:00 True intimacy 01:18:00 Confidence vs ego 01:24:00 Faith and legacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#109: Inside the Mind of a Dictator’s Right-Hand Man (Cillian Dunne)
I sat down with a man that lived with the dictator of Panama’s right hand man… Fascinating to hear what goes behind the scenes regarding global corruption, the relationship between the USA, Panama and China and how what we think is going on, is actually a lie. Key Discussion Points: Living with a dictator’s right-hand man trained by the CIA, Mossad, and Fidel Castro How the U.S. created and then destroyed its own dictator What “evil” really means after you live with it Quitting his job, broke, and sleeping in cars to chase his dream The lessons in conviction, confidence, and courage learned from a killer Follow Cillian: https://www.instagram.com/dunne.cillian/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 – Living with a dictator’s right-hand man 02:10 – Walking on eggshells in a house of secrets 11:00 – The morality question: is killing for a cause still murder? 17:00 – The CIA’s dark partnership with Noriega 23:00 – The mysterious death of Omar Torrijos 25:00 – How the U.S. installed and later removed Noriega 42:00 – Writing with gangs and the Bloods & Crips 47:00 – Panama: a third world country with a golden crown 49:00 – Why the U.S. never took over Panama 50:30 – China, BlackRock, and control of the canal 54:00 – The Japanese plan to bomb the Panama Canal 56:00 – What the U.S. government hides from civilians 59:00 – The cost of power, money, and human self-interest AND MORE. Enjoy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#108: TheTinMen: Why Modern Men Are Struggling (and What No One Admits)
An important discussion with George from TheTinMen about men and the challenges they face daily. We went back and forth, providing differing views, yet both with deep care for the same mission of helping men live lives with more peace, joy and fulfilment. Follow George: https://www.instagram.com/thetinmen/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 0:00 Why George Started The Tin Men 2:00 How Schools Are Failing Boys 4:00 The War on Testosterone and Masculinity 6:00 Why Men Can’t Win Anymore 8:00 The Truth Behind “1 in 3 Men Are Violent” 10:00 How False Statistics Erase Male Victims 14:00 When Abuse Against Men Gets Ignored 18:00 Suicide, Silence, and Losing Hope 22:00 The Hidden Bias in How We See Men 26:00 Redefining What It Means to Be a Man 31:00 The Pressure to Provide and Find Purpose 36:00 Outrageous Headlines About Masculinity in Australia 40:00 When Society Stops Caring About Boys 45:00 Why Therapy and Mental Health Systems Fail Men 51:00 The Fight for Men’s Health and What Needs to Change Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#107: Chris Griffin: Struggling to Find Meaning? Start Here.
This is an important episode. I hope you can feel the passion ring through the microphone. I meant every word I said. If you're in a rut or you don't know what to do with your life, then this episode is for you. Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 What is the meaning of life? 04:30 The best part about no one believing in you 09:00 You can do whatever you want in your life 14:00 My story when things changed 20:00 The more you learn the less you know 25:00 Take the risk… 29:00 Poem 1: Tunnel Vision 33:00 A profound realisation about greatness 38:30 Poem 2: Are you on the right path? 44:40 Poem 3: Lonely nights 50:00 The quality of connection comes down to this Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#106: Charlie Rocket: The Power of Delusional Optimism
A perfect balance between inspiration, motivation and education. An episode for the people struggling to go all in on their dreams. Charlie has lived a million lives, from touring the world with some of the most famous people of our generation, to building multi million dollar companies, to being in a superbowl ad with Lebron James, the list goes on and on and on. This episode with Charlie Rocket was a good one! Enjoy fam x Follow Charlie: https://www.instagram.com/charlie/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 0:00 What it means to be a delusional optimist 3:00 The imagination behind success 5:40 Seeing the impossible before it’s real 8:00 Speaking your dreams into existence 10:30 The goldfish story that changed his brain 13:00 Training your mind to dream bigger 17:00 Turning pain into gratitude 20:30 Losing his scholarship and needing a miracle 24:00 His mom’s life-changing advice 28:00 Getting fired and learning to serve others 31:30 Why negativity is an addiction 35:30 The contagious energy of winners 39:30 When no one believes in you 48:30 How he manifested his Nike commercial 59:30 The truth about unrealistic dreams 1:09:00 Living proof that delusion creates destiny Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#105: Marshal Crews: The Day My Mom Died, and My Purpose Was Born… (4k)
This episode with Marshal Crews has to be one of my favourite productions to date. We shot this in the Malibu mountains at sunset. It was gorgeous. Marsh has such a wild and inspiring story. I could go on to explain it in this caption but youre just going to have to tune in. From being adopted, to crashing a car and losing his mom from it, to building a multi-million dollar business, the list goes on. Very cool guy and a very cool conversation. Follow Marshal: https://www.instagram.com/marshalcrews/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 0:00 Importance of creativity 6:10 Dropping out of college 9:00 Growing up homeschooled and emotionally cut off 11:50 The anger that controlled his childhood 14:10 Living with reactive attachment disorder 17:40 Losing my mom… 24:30 Getting kicked out of home 27:40 How losing everything reshaped his faith 31:00 Why Marsh believes God builds men through pain 35:00 Victim mindset 38:50 How he rebuilt his life 43:00 Building a multi-million-dollar brand 48:00 Teaching creatives to build with purpose, not profit 54:00 The dark room between every man and his dream Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#104: Erwin McManus: The 7 Hidden Frequencies That Run Your Life.
Welcome back! Today’s episode is with Erwin McManus. This was a special conversation. I loved it. Erwin is a Pastor, an Author, a Family man and a super successful Entrepreneur. I could speak with Erwin for 8 hours straight. His energy is contagious. Enjoy. Do Erwin’s 7 Frequencies test: https://shop.erwinmcmanus.com/products/the-seven-frequencies-of-communication-assessment Follow Erwin: https://www.instagram.com/erwinmcmanus/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Please leave The Pocket a 5 star review on Spotify and Subscribe on Youtube if you enjoyed this episode. Chapters 0:00 Why Australia fears greatness 6:10 The ceiling that kills leadership 11:55 Chris’s challenger frequency revealed 17:40 When drive turns into manipulation 23:25 The shadow that controls you 29:10 Love is the way out 34:55 The danger of transactional relationships 40:40 Why uncertainty gives life meaning 46:25 How wonder keeps you alive 52:10 Finding beauty in faith and science 57:55 The proof of life through love 1:03:40 The genius of Jesus 1:09:25 Are we all quantumly connected 1:15:10 The power of words 1:21:55 Living fully alive in light, not shadow 1:28:30 Proof that Jesus is real through essence 1:36:00 The impact Charlie Kirks death had on the world Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

S1 Ep 103#103: Darin Olien: This Health System Controls Everything (And No One’s Talking About It)
We sit down with Darin Olien today. Was a very special episode. Darin is a master in longevity and utilising earths magic and how tapping into it will unlock a life filled with health, wealth and fulfilment. Follow Darin: https://www.instagram.com/darinolien/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 3:00 The System That Profits From Sickness 6:10 Why We’ve Lost Ownership Of Our Health 9:15 How Media Hijacks Our Stress Response 12:40 Curiosity: The Superpower They Don’t Teach You 15:20 The Hidden System Controlling Your Body 18:10 Erased From Medicine By Design 21:40 Should You Use THC? 29:00 Losing His Father and Finding Purpose 38:00 The Voice of the Soul 42:30 Silence Creates Clarity 47:10 Staying Grounded While Building Success 51:00 A Distracted World 56:00 How To Build Real Community Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

#102: Noah Rolette (RawDawg): She Got Pregnant. I Had to Grow Up…
Noah Rolette from Raw Dawg returns to the show. 1 year later, a whole lot a life lived in that year… Many challenges and blessings that Noah states has made it the hardest year of his life. We dove deep into how he got his ex girlfriend pregnant and they’re co-parenting the baby, his transitions in business and what has set his career to the next level, his drives, the future of RAWDAWG (if any), and so much more. Follow Noah: https://www.instagram.com/noah.rolette/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 0:00 The return of Noah Rolette 3:00 The night she called - “I’m pregnant.” 7:30 Trying to make the relationship work 9:40 Why he refuses daycare and wants his son raised at home 12:00 Breaking generational patterns with his dad 15:00 The rise and fall of RawDawg and catching the running wave 21:00 How he learned to detach from everything - even success 29:00 The moment everything flipped 33:00 Running a business with best friends 38:00 How money changed his mindset 44:00 What couples therapy taught him about communication 51:00 Fatherhood, perspective, and the next chapter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices