The Spacemakers

There’s nothing wrong with wanting to make an impact — but too often, our desire to leave a legacy can leave us exhausted and dissatisfied, chasing the wrong things, and neglecting those we truly love.In this episode of The Spacemakers, Daniel and Matt explore why we crave significance, how to do big things without tying our self-worth to our legacy, and what it really means to “leave a dent in the universe.” Because maybe our true legacy isn’t what we achieve, but who we become — and the people we love along the way.You can also explore previous seasons of The Spacemakers wherever you listen.Discover more:SPACEMAKERS WEBSITEYOUTUBESEASON 4 GUIDEThis season is made possible with support from our sponsors: Bulk Nutrients, Fullers Bookshop, and The Spacemakers Dojo.This podcast is recorded and produced by Wildersound and Production Farm StudiosMentioned in this episode:BULK NUTRIENTS - EARTH 2Bulk Nutrients

We all cling to something — success, approval, comfort, control. But the more we hold on, the more we suffer. In a world that tells us to want more, how do we loosen our grip and find rest in enough?In this episode, Daniel Sih and Matt Bain explore the concept of attachment — why we chase what we don’t have, how desire fuels discontent, and what it means to release unhealthy wants. Drawing on ancient wisdom and modern psychology, they unpack practical ways to find peace, freedom, and contentment in a culture of constant craving.You can also explore previous seasons of The Spacemakers wherever you listen.Discover more:SPACEMAKERS WEBSITEYOUTUBESEASON 4 GUIDEThis season is made possible with support from our sponsors: Bulk Nutrients, Fullers Bookshop, and The Spacemakers Dojo.This podcast is recorded and produced by Wildersound and Production Farm StudiosMentioned in this episode:SM DOJO #4_CHOOSE OWN ADVENTURESpacemakers - Dojo

How much is enough? And when have I done enough? It’s a question saints and mystics have wrestled with for millennia. As humans, we often set high standards for ourselves and fail to attain and maintain them. Perhaps even more unnervingly, if you haven’t done enough, maybe you aren’t ‘good’ enough.Finding a satisfactory answer to these questions is critical to help us avoid overload, exhaustion, and the endless treadmill of self-help. Today, we dive into deeper questions about where we find a self-identity that is uncoupled from what we do where you can honestly and genuinely say “I am enough.”You can also explore previous seasons of The Spacemakers wherever you listen.Discover more:SPACEMAKERS WEBSITEYOUTUBESEASON 4 GUIDEThis season is made possible with support from our sponsors: Bulk Nutrients, Fullers Bookshop, and The Spacemakers Dojo.This podcast is recorded and produced by Wildersound and Production Farm StudiosMentioned in this episode:SM DOJO #4_CHOOSE OWN ADVENTURESpacemakers - Dojo

Your health is important. But there’s a dark side to the wellness industry.We're asked to do more, be more, and still never feel like we’re enough. The result? An endless treadmill of self-help and wellbeing that can leave us exhausted and dehumanised, even when our intentions are good.In this episode, Matt Bain and Daniel Sih explore the health paradox: how to invest in your wellbeing without tying your identity to how you look.We’ll unpack the inner stories that shape our health behaviours and share practical tips to help you love the process of staying healthy—not just chase the outcome—so you can invest in a healthy lifestyle in a way that’s healthy for you and others.You can also explore previous seasons of The Spacemakers wherever you listen.Discover more:SPACEMAKERS WEBSITEYOUTUBESEASON 4 GUIDEThis season is made possible with support from our sponsors: Bulk Nutrients, Fullers Bookshop, and The Spacemakers Dojo.This podcast is recorded and produced by Wildersound and Production Farm StudiosMentioned in this episode:BULK NUTRIENTS - EARTHBulk Nutrients

Our lives are short—really short. And there’s never enough time.That’s the challenge: not enough time, but more choices than we can imagine. No wonder so many of us feel anxious about the years ahead. In this episode, Daniel Sih and Matt Bain explore how we think about time, how we use it, and how to make peace with our limits. They also introduce the AWARE framework to help you make progress without adding more—or battling against the time you have left.You can also explore previous seasons of The Spacemakers wherever you listen.Discover more:SPACEMAKERS WEBSITEYOUTUBESEASON 4 GUIDEThis season is made possible with support from our sponsors: Bulk Nutrients, Fullers Bookshop, and The Spacemakers Dojo.This podcast is recorded and produced by Wildersound and Production Farm StudiosMentioned in this episode:BULK NUTRIENTS (WP1)https://www.bulknutrients.com.au/Bulk Nutrients

Do you ever feel worn down by the need to be better? We’re told to optimise everything — our health, our relationships, our finances, even our productivity. But beneath the green smoothies and gratitude journals lies the same exhausting pressure: do more, be more… you’re not enough.As one of our clients put it, “All this self-help is killing me.”In this episode, Daniel Sih and Matt Bain step off the self-help treadmill and ask: What if you don’t need to improve? What if being content—and being enough—is the most radical thing you can do?Welcome to Season 4 of The Spacemakers—an anti-productivity pod-course to help you unhook from constant striving and rediscover the simple joy of being enough.You can also explore previous seasons of The Spacemakers wherever you listen.Discover more:SPACEMAKERS WEBSITEYOUTUBESEASON 4 GUIDEThis season is made possible with support from our sponsors: Bulk Nutrients, Fullers Bookshop, and The Spacemakers Dojo.This podcast is recorded and produced by Wildersound and Production Farm StudiosMentioned in this episode:SPACEMAKERS PROMO (DOJO 1)Spacemakers - Dojo

How much is enough — and why are we so exhausted by the need to improve ourselves?We’re told to do more, be more, and measure our progress.Over time, that quiet pressure adds up, leaving us worn out rather than fulfilled. Season 4 of The Spacemakers explores a deeper question in our self-help-obsessed culture:What if true happiness isn’t found in more… but enough?Join Daniel Sih and Matt Bain in this reflective pod-course about making space for a life that is truly enough.This short trailer offers a glimpse of what’s ahead.You can also explore previous seasons of The Spacemakers wherever you listen.Discover more:SPACEMAKERS WEBSITEYOUTUBESEASON 4 GUIDEThis season is made possible with support from our sponsors: Bulk Nutrients, Fullers Bookshop, and The Spacemakers Dojo.This podcast is recorded and produced by Wildersound and Production Farm Studios

Most people don’t actually know what they want. We chase goals—career success, financial security, personal milestones—only to feel underwhelmed once we get there. Why? Because we rarely stop to ask, “What’s the goal of the goal?” In the final episode of Season 3, we unpack this powerful concept (popularised by Dan Heath) and explore how the thing we think we need to get unstuck might not be the thing we truly want. Plus, we’ll give you a sneak peek at what’s coming in Season 4. It’s a fitting finale to help you make space for a surprising second act.Discover more:INFO-GRAPHIC DOWNLOADSPACEMAKERS WEBSITE / Season 3YOUTUBERAISING TECH HEALTHY HUMANSThis episode is made possible with support from our sponsor: Banjo's Bakery Cafes This podcast is recorded and produced by Production Farm StudiosMentioned in this episode:BANJOS BAKERY PROMO #2A warm thanks to our sponsor, Banjo’s Bakery Café’s, who are expanding across Australia and looking for new franchisee’s! If you’re hard working and business savvy, visit franchise.banjos.com.au and mention ‘Spacemakers’ to save 10% on franchise fees. Banjo’s Bakery Cafés FranchiseesBanjo’s Bakery Café’s - FRANCHISEES 1A warm thanks to our sponsor, Banjo’s Bakery Café’s, who are expanding across Australia and looking for new franchisee’s! If you’re hard working and business savvy, visit franchise.banjos.com.au and mention ‘Spacemakers’ to save 10% on franchise fees. Banjo’s Bakery Cafés Franchisees

Who are you becoming—and who is shaping you along the way? In this episode of The Spacemakers, Matt and Daniel explore why personal change is rarely a solo journey. From habits to health to mindset, we’re deeply shaped by the people we spend time with. Behaviour is contagious—we mimic what we see, not just what we hear. Which means the fastest way to change yourself is to travel alongside others who are heading where you want to go. Whether it’s forming accountable relationships, finding your ‘right tribe,’ or simply being brave enough to go first and inspire change in others, this conversation will reshape how you think about stuckness. You don’t have to do it alone. And maybe you never were meant to.Discover more:INFO-GRAPHIC DOWNLOADSPACEMAKERS WEBSITE / Season 3YOUTUBERAISING TECH HEALTHY HUMANSThis episode is made possible with support from our sponsor: Bulk Nutrients This podcast is recorded and produced by Production Farm StudiosMentioned in this episode:BULK NUTRIENTS PROMO #4https://www.bulknutrients.com.au/Bulk NutrientsBULK NUTRIENTS (5% discount)A special thank you to our major sponsor, Bulk Nutrients. Enjoy a 5% discount on protein powders and health supplements for orders over $45 at bulknutrients.com.au. Just enter the code ‘spacemakers.’Bulk Nutrients

How do you spend your time? Does your calendar reflect the person you aspire to be? Do you design your days around what you truly value? In this episode of The Spacemakers, Matt and Daniel delve into the surprising benefits of time-blocking. This simple yet powerful practice isn’t just about managing your schedule—it's about crafting the life you want. Whether it’s rekindling relationships through regular date nights, setting aside time for financial planning, or ensuring consistent exercise, time blocking proves to be an incredibly versatile skill for anyone wanting to live an intentional life. Don’t just let life happen to you. Design the way you live and work, and stick to your blueprint. Join us as we share practical steps to help you overcome distractions and regain control of your time.Discover more:INFO-GRAPHIC DOWNLOADSPACEMAKERS WEBSITE / Season 3YOUTUBERAISING TECH HEALTHY HUMANSThis episode is made possible with support from our sponsor: Banjo's Bakery Cafes This podcast is recorded and produced by Production Farm StudiosMentioned in this episode:BANJOS BAKERY PROMO #3A warm thanks to our sponsor, Banjo’s Bakery Café’s, who are expanding across Australia and looking for new franchisee’s! If you’re hard working and business savvy, visit franchise.banjos.com.au and mention ‘Spacemakers’ to save 10% on franchise fees. Banjo’s Bakery Cafés FranchiseesBanjo’s Bakery Café’s - FRANCHISEES 1A warm thanks to our sponsor, Banjo’s Bakery Café’s, who are expanding across Australia and looking for new franchisee’s! If you’re hard working and business savvy, visit franchise.banjos.com.au and mention ‘Spacemakers’ to save 10% on franchise fees. Banjo’s Bakery Cafés Franchisees

Action unlocks change. When we choose to act, we build momentum, gain confidence, and receive invaluable real-world feedback. But what happens when you feel overwhelmed, defeated, or uncertain about your next steps? Can action lead to new forms of thinking and help you get unstuck? In this episode, Matt and Daniel explore the transformative power of tiny habits and the crucial importance of turning talk into action. We feature a segment with Osher Günsberg, who overcame obesity by simply walking between telegraph poles—a tiny decision that eventually catapulted him into a highly successful career in radio and reality TV. Are you ready to forge into action and experience the compounding benefits of small, consistent actions?Discover more:INFO-GRAPHIC DOWNLOADSPACEMAKERS WEBSITE / Season 3YOUTUBERAISING TECH HEALTHY HUMANSThis episode is made possible with support from our sponsor: Blundstone This podcast is recorded and produced by Production Farm StudiosMentioned in this episode:BLUNSTONE PROMOhttps://www.blundstone.com.au/BLUNSTONE BLUNSTONE PROMOhttps://www.blundstone.com.au/BLUNSTONE

We all know the saying, 'Where there's a will, there's a way.' But is that always true? While grit and determination are important, willpower alone isn't sufficient to achieve your goals and get unstuck. Enter Snyder's Hope Theory and his concept of Pathways Thinking, or Way Power. This innovative approach will help you discover new paths and develop novel solutions to persistent problems. Instead of merely relying on motivation or working harder with the same old strategies, Way Power invites us to adopt a fresh approach to tackling life's challenges. Join Matt and Daniel as they explore the science of Way Power, helping you make space for a fresh start. Discover more:INFO-GRAPHIC DOWNLOADSPACEMAKERS WEBSITE / Season 3YOUTUBERAISING TECH HEALTHY HUMANSThis episode is made possible with support from our sponsor: Bulk Nutrients This podcast is recorded and produced by Production Farm StudiosMentioned in this episode:BULK NUTRIENTS (5% discount)A special thank you to our major sponsor, Bulk Nutrients. Enjoy a 5% discount on protein powders and health supplements for orders over $45 at bulknutrients.com.au. Just enter the code ‘spacemakers.’Bulk NutrientsBULK NUTRIENTS PROMO #3https://www.bulknutrients.com.au/Bulk Nutrients

Did you know that people who focus on their strengths tend to be happier, feel more alive, and achieve greater success? Many of us obsess over fixing our blind spots and overcoming weaknesses. But what if the key to overcoming adversity is, counterintuitively, focusing on what is right about ourselves and others, rather than what is wrong? In this episode of The Spacemakers, Daniel and Matt continue their exploration of the science of strengths. They explore how to find your "fun lane" and share counterintuitive strategies like 'bending' and 'partnering' to overcome weaknesses. Are you ready to harness your strengths and leverage past successes to get unstuck?Discover more:INFO-GRAPHIC DOWNLOADSPACEMAKERS WEBSITE / Season 3YOUTUBERAISING TECH HEALTHY HUMANSThis episode is made possible with support from our sponsor: Banjo's Bakery Cafes This podcast is recorded and produced by Production Farm StudiosMentioned in this episode:Banjo’s Bakery Café’s - FRANCHISEES 1A warm thanks to our sponsor, Banjo’s Bakery Café’s, who are expanding across Australia and looking for new franchisee’s! If you’re hard working and business savvy, visit franchise.banjos.com.au and mention ‘Spacemakers’ to save 10% on franchise fees. Banjo’s Bakery Cafés FranchiseesBANJOS BAKERY PROMO #2A warm thanks to our sponsor, Banjo’s Bakery Café’s, who are expanding across Australia and looking for new franchisee’s! If you’re hard working and business savvy, visit franchise.banjos.com.au and mention ‘Spacemakers’ to save 10% on franchise fees. Banjo’s Bakery Cafés Franchisees

Bad is stronger than good. Research shows that bad parents, bad feedback, and bad events impact us more than good ones. We're often driven to avoid pain and fix our weaknesses—rather than harness our strengths. Yet, dwelling on problems can worsen them, while celebrating our strengths can lead to a breakthrough. In this episode, Daniel and Matt explore the science of strengths and argue for focusing on what works, not what’s wrong. We challenge the traditional focus on fixing weaknesses and offer practical frameworks to help you focus on your strengths, particularly when the going gets tough. Isn’t it time to make space to harness your strengths?Discover more:INFO-GRAPHIC DOWNLOADBAD IS STRONGER THAN GOODSPACEMAKERS WEBSITE / Season 3YOUTUBERAISING TECH HEALTHY HUMANSThis episode is made possible with support from our sponsor: Bulk Nutrients This podcast is recorded and produced by Production Farm StudiosMentioned in this episode:BULK NUTRIENTS PROMO #2https://www.bulknutrients.com.au/Bulk NutrientsBULK NUTRIENTS (5% discount)A special thank you to our major sponsor, Bulk Nutrients. Enjoy a 5% discount on protein powders and health supplements for orders over $45 at bulknutrients.com.au. Just enter the code ‘spacemakers.’Bulk Nutrients

As humans, we often try to solve our problems by adding rather than subtracting. This unconscious bias leads us to pile on excessive projects, clutter our homes, and push our limits—consistently adding more instead of opting for less. We need a different way of thinking to make space and get unstuck. In this episode, Matt and Daniel of The Spacemakers delve into the science of subtraction, explaining why 'less' is often the secret to moving forward. Sharing personal experiences of their own challenges, they introduce three critical strategies—bundling, trading, and eliminating—to help you make small but pivotal changes to redirect your life and get unstuck.Discover more:INFO-GRAPHIC DOWNLOADSPACEMAKERS WEBSITE / Season 3YOUTUBERAISING TECH HEALTHY HUMANSThis episode is made possible with support from our sponsor: Banjo's Bakery Cafes This podcast is recorded and produced by Production Farm StudiosMentioned in this episode:BANJOS BAKERY PROMO #2A warm thanks to our sponsor, Banjo’s Bakery Café’s, who are expanding across Australia and looking for new franchisee’s! If you’re hard working and business savvy, visit franchise.banjos.com.au and mention ‘Spacemakers’ to save 10% on franchise fees. Banjo’s Bakery Cafés FranchiseesBANJOS BAKERY PROMO #1A warm thanks to our sponsor, Banjo’s Bakery Café’s, who are expanding across Australia and looking for new franchisee’s! If you’re hard working and business savvy, visit franchise.banjos.com.au and mention ‘Spacemakers’ to save 10% on franchise fees. Banjo’s Bakery Cafés Franchisees

Life is a trade-off. You cannot be highly successful in one area of life without negatively impacting others. Similarly, feeling stuck in one domain often affects the rest because life is holistic and interconnected. By accepting the reality—that we cannot have it all—we can make creative shifts in how we use our time and prioritise our responsibilities.Join Matt and Daniel in this episode of Spacemakers as they explore the Four Burners Theory of work-life balance and introduce The Five Capitals, a reflective framework to help you invest your time in what truly matters for your current life season. Discover more:INFO-GRAPHIC DOWNLOADSPACEMAKERS WEBSITE / Season 3YOUTUBERAISING TECH HEALTHY HUMANSThis episode is made possible with support from our sponsor: Bulk Nutrients This podcast is recorded and produced by Production Farm StudiosMentioned in this episode:BULK NUTRIENTS PROMO #2https://www.bulknutrients.com.au/Bulk NutrientsBULK NUTRIENTS (WP1)https://www.bulknutrients.com.au/Bulk Nutrients

We all get stuck at some point in life—whether it's a broken relationship, money issues, ill health, a stale career, or a lack of purpose. Getting stuck isn't fun, but it’s often the catalyst we need to find a new direction. In fact, when we feel like we're losing, we might actually be just where we need to be, preparing the way for a better second half.Join Daniel Sih and Matt Bain as they explore the concept of chiasma—a beginning, middle, and new beginning—and unveil the SHIFT framework to help you get unstuck in one or more areas of your life, paving the way for a surprising second half.Make sure to checkout previous seasons of The Spacemakers podcast. Discover more:INFO-GRAPHIC DOWNLOADSPACEMAKERS WEBSITE / Season 3YOUTUBERAISING TECH HEALTHY HUMANSThis season is made possible with support from our sponsors: Bulk Nutrients, Banjo's Bakery Cafes and Blundstone This podcast is recorded and produced by Production Farm StudiosMentioned in this episode:SPACEMAKERS PROMO (DOJO 1)Spacemakers - Dojo

We all get stuck at some point in life—whether it's a broken relationship, money issues, ill health, a stale career, or a lack of purpose. Getting stuck isn't fun, but it’s often the catalyst we need to find a new direction. In fact, when we feel like we're losing, we might actually be just where we need to be, preparing the way for a better second half. Join Daniel Sih and Matt Bain in the latest season of The Spacemakers as they explore the concept of chiasma—a beginning, middle, and new beginning—and unveil the SHIFT framework to help you get unstuck in one or more areas of your life, paving the way for a surprising second half.Make sure to checkout previous seasons of The Spacemakers podcast. Discover more:SPACEMAKERS WEBSITEYOUTUBERAISING TECH HEALTHY HUMANSThis season is made possible with support from our sponsors: Bulk Nutrients, Banjo's Bakery Cafes and BlundstoneThis podcast is recorded and produced by Production Farm StudiosMentioned in this episode:Spacemakers DojoBUILD HABITS. MAKE SPACE. TRANSFORM YOUR WORK AND LIFE. AN ONLINE MEMBERSHIP COMMUNITY FOR BUSY PROFESSIONAL WHO ARE READY TO TAKE CONTROL OF THEIR TIME AND FOCUS.Spacemakers - Dojo