The Pocket with Chris Griffin

A reflection on answering the inner call that shapes your life. Short guidance on listening rather than endlessly striving. Thoughts on creating quiet space to hear what truly matters. Notes on changing paths with humility and holding multiple callings at once. A push to redefine success and choose alignment over hollow praise.

Elliot Bewick, a young content creator and thinker focused on growth and purpose. He talks about what keeps young people stuck, extreme experiments to find truth, waking at 4am and designing an ‘abundant slow life’. They debate motivation, keeping death in view, population pressures, belief and the danger of over-philosophizing. Short, provocative reflections and practical prompts for testing life choices.

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

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

Michael Smoak, wellness coach and founder of Higherup Wellness, returns to share raw reflections. They talk about online judgment, the copycat trap in masculinity, and training consistency. Michael opens up about grief, growth after his father’s death, and killing old identities. Conversations push toward audacity, becoming undeniable, and leaning into fear to evolve.

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

Join David Reid, an entrepreneur and founder of the Mana brand, who ventured from corporate life into a decade-long quest for meaning. He shares insights from his spiritual journey across sacred sites like the Dead Sea and discusses how ancient wisdom aligns with modern physics. David emphasizes the power of nature, presence, and silence in transforming life experiences. He also dives into purpose, the impact of intuition, and the magical balance of structure and spontaneity, revealing how these lessons led to the creation of his innovative nutrient products.

Explore an unorthodox path to success that prioritizes peace over relentless hustle. After seven years of intense effort, insights into self-knowledge and joy emerged. The new focus includes a transformative daily routine featuring 4AM sessions for reading and writing. Chris shares how love and heartbreak fuel personal growth and emphasizes the importance of authenticity. As he plans for 2026, he's determined to earn more while working less, trading grand celebrations for daily moments of joy.

Garret Miller, a reality TV personality from Siesta Key and fitness coach, opens up about his struggles with mental health and anxiety. He shares how daily breathwork helped manage his panic attacks and discusses the pressures of public perception and on-set manipulation. Garret reflects on his transition from reality TV to online coaching, emphasizing the importance of community and holistic recovery methods. He also talks about the transformative effects of marriage and deepening faith, urging others to address their anxiety.

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