
The ikario Podcast: human thriving in the modern world
The world is noisy, complicated and overwhelming, but you can learn to surf the chaos. On this podcast, we explore what it takes to break free from digital distractions, addictions, social isolation and everything else keeping us down in the modern world. Learn how to become more capable, build (and stick with) good habits and become a force to be reckoned with.
The ikario podcast is hosted by Shane Melaugh and produced with the help of the ikario team.
Latest episodes

Aug 3, 2021 • 1h 1min
How to Fix Your Health in 4 Simple Steps | Episode 43
In this episode of the ikario podcast, Dean & Ollie audit their own current health & well-being in four different aspects. Sleep, nutrition, exercise and social life. There are plenty of laughs and practical takeaways in this episode. Links & show notes: https://ikario.com/043/

Jul 27, 2021 • 1h 6min
Transform Your Life By Telling The Truth | Episode 42
In this episode, Ollie and Dean discuss the practice of radical honesty and how to transform your life simply by telling the truth. Links & show notes: https://ikario.com/042/

Jul 20, 2021 • 1h 37min
Emotional Health, Clear Thinking & A New Type Of Therapy | Episode 41
In this episode of the ikario podcast, Ollie talks with Martin Dunlea, a therapist working with a promising new model for not only treating mental health issues, but also for preventing them. Links & show notes: https://ikario.com/041

Jul 13, 2021 • 1h 4min
Are You Living Life on Your Own Terms? | Episode 40
In this episode of the ikario podcast, Shane & Ollie ponder what it means to live a life on your own terms & how this might be achieved. Links & show notes: https://ikario.com/040/

Jul 6, 2021 • 46min
The Power Of Self Awareness| Episode 39
In this episode, Dean and Shane discuss the transformative potential of self-awareness as a practicable skill and why this could change your life. As always, expect some practical tips and takeaways. Links & show notes: https://ikario.com/039

Jun 29, 2021 • 1h 23min
Dating In The Age Of Social Media with Sam Overton | Episode 38
Sam Overton is a dating coach based in the UK who runs a company called Fluid Social (fluid.social). In this episode of the ikario podcast, Ollie & Sam talk about relationships. They talk the world of pickup artists as well as the difficulties of dating in the modern age of social media. Links & show notes: https://ikario.com/038/

Jun 22, 2021 • 1h 6min
Soma Breathing, Flow States & Cold Exposure | Episode 37
In this episode of the podcast, we have the honour of speaking to Dave Florence. Dave is a Flow Code Coach and SOMA Breathing instructor who runs The Evolution Of Dave Youtube channel. We talk about mental and physical health, breathwork, cold exposure and many other fascinating health-related topics. Links & show notes: https://ikario.com/037/

Jun 15, 2021 • 1h 1min
How To Make Friends As An Adult | Episode 36
If you want to live a good life, cultivating positive social connections is essential. But how, as an adult, can you expand your social circle in a free and easy way? How can you meet new people in a way that feels natural and intuitive? In this latest episode of the ikario podcast, myself and Shane discuss a concept we like to call "social-life engineering" which we are delighted to share with you. Links & show notes: https://ikario.com/036

Jun 8, 2021 • 1h 7min
The Masculinity Crisis | Episode 35
Our culture has almost become schizophrenic in it's attitude towards masculine competence. One the one hand many revere strength and capability in men yet on the other, consider it the root of most of our problems. But what does success, power and competence really look like as a man? Is it something inherently destructive that should be feared? Or would the world be a better place if it were filled with more truly powerful men? In this episode, Abhi & Shane discuss the state of masculinity today as well as how to achieve freedom and happiness as a man. Links & show notes: https://ikario.com/035/

Jun 1, 2021 • 1h 13min
Overcoming Perfectionism & Becoming Unstoppable | Episode 34
On the path to total freedom in our lives, we come up against a number of obstacles. Choosing to free ourselves financially, geographically and mentally is not an easy task. Perfectionism, poor habits, un-supportive social environments and a constant barrage of distractions all serve to keep us from actualising our fullest potential. To break out of the human zoo, it's going to take everything you have. In this episode of the ikario podcast, Abhi & Shane discuss productivity, perfectionism, goal achievement and skill-building in a conversation that only just scratches the surface (so keep an eye out for part two). Links & show notes: https://ikario.com/034/
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