
The Ridiculously Human Podcast
None of us were put on this planet to be a watered down version of ourselves.
In a world where it can seem that people are anti-human and wanting to become cyborg transhumans, this podcast is here to let you know that it’s perfectly ok to be a cool, fun-loving, caring and kind HUMAN!
My desire, through the art of storytelling and story listening, is to share a captivating narrative that traverses everything it means to be human. Not just any human…Ridiculously Human!
Latest episodes

Jun 20, 2024 • 1h 19min
RHP#152. Adam Lane Smith, The Attachment and Relationship Specialist
Most people have trust issues in their relationships and they don’t even realise it. They fail at the first hurdle of Trust and never allow their relationships to flourish by getting to Trust level 4. Adam Lane Smith, is an Attachment Specialist and draws from his wealth of clinical experience and personal insight. His journey began helping the inmates of prisons to see themselves in a different light. Now, he is helping to re-write the belief about how human connection is supposed to function. Adam teaches honesty, direct communication, clear boundaries, and measurable levels of trust, to build secure and healthy relationships. This is one you will want to have on repeat. Great chat with a legend of a bloke!! Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: Being the sole consumer of news in his household Masculine role in relationships Secure attachment vs Insecure Attachment Untold consequences of fatherless families A personal live coaching session Why talking openly in relationships is a necessity The Four levels of Trust The purpose in fatherhood How to deal with fear and perfectionism Where does lack of confidence stem from? Dealing with avoidant people Difference between coaching men and women High performers and relationship issues Does couple therapy even work? I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Adam Lane Smith: Website Instagram Twitter Youtube Email TikTok Linktree Discussion Links 17 Ugly Truths Podcast Food Documentary - Grace Price Yellow Journalism People Discussed Chris Williamson Sal Di Stefano from MindPump Ali Covington from the BOD Grace Price Vin Zhang Music By Matthew Parker Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify Follow Podcast on: FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn |

May 30, 2024 • 1h 16min
RHP#151. Melker Svärd, Posture Expert and Founder of Wyde Footwear
Often, many problems in life are right under our noses….or our feet, in this instance! After many years of playing high level junior tennis and suffering from various injuries, Melker Svärd, associated these injuries to just playing tennis at a high level. Then he became super interested in feet and footwear. His company co-conducted the largest foot and shoe research study in the world, and their findings were quite staggering. Together with his brother, they are on a mission to change the footwear industry and get people healthier from the ground up! Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: Embracing Seasonality Creative vs Execution Seasons Relaxing your brain for creativity to flourish Being optimistically wired The overwhelming negative news cycles Influencing in your small capacity Trap of comparisonitis Tennis being the ultimate sport Sports and problem solving Reaching top 400 in world junior tennis rankings Lifestyle experimentation Your ultimate health profile Sun is the source of life and healing Problems with modern shoes Conducting the largest feet and shoe study Greatest challenges starting a shoe company I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Melker Svärd: Website - Wyde Footwear Twitter Instagram Discussion Links Vivo Barefoot Shoes Vibram Shoes Gothenburg Becker and Edberg Wimbledon Grounding Mat My Foot Function Hallux Valgus People Discussed Boris Becker Stefan Edberg Roger Federer Books Mentioned Born To Run Music By Matthew Parker Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Follow Podcast on: FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn |

May 27, 2024 • 1h 17min
RHP#150. Jon Jon Park, Legacy Trainer and ex-Olympic Swimmer
Storytelling is fundamental to the evolution of humans and continuation of traditions and sharing deep wisdom. Jon Jon Park, is a man full of stories worth hearing. His Dad, Reg Park, was an iconic figure who greatly influenced the world of bodybuilding. Growing up with a father of his stature, provided Jon Jon with a unique outlook on life. He also learned the mindset of a champion. It’s a huge privilege for me to sit down and chat to a man like Jon Jon. Lots of relatable value packed into this conversation! Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: Struggling at school academically The conformity of the education model Belittling life events Lessons from competitive Olympic swimming Mental preparation of an elite athlete A champion's mindset Growing up with an iconic father figure How posing music started in Bodybuilding Hollywood hero and film sets ‘Going to work day’ with your father Importance of earning respect Life regrets Background stories of Reg Park I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Jon Jon Park: Instagram Discussion Links Legend of the Glass Mountain Arnold Classic Hercules Movies People Discussed Reg Park Arnold Schwarzenegger Music By Matthew Parker Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | Follow Podcast on: FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn |

May 17, 2024 • 1h 20min
RHP#149. Case Bradford, The Vitalising Guy and Ice-Cream Connoisseur
Case Bradford is on a mission to elevate our vitality, through training outdoors and eating loads of ice-cream! He was once a podgy, and unhealthy chap, but turned his life around and now helps others to elevate their body-mind health and fitness. He is deeply connected to nature and you will often find him doing fitness trapeze acts on the beaches of California Take everything you have been programmed about fitness, throw it out the window, and give this Podcast a listen! You will want to change your fitness and life habits as a result. Case is a gem of a man. Super conversation! Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: Life chaos we are forced to deal with Inconvenience of technology Importance of “good light” Shamanic ability of making others laugh People forgetting how to have fun Dis-regulated nervous systems Introversion and low self-esteem Negative Ions Nature and vitality Why you need a standing desk Wearing natural fibers Is Ice cream a Superfood? Embracing regenerative farming Necessity of touch Morphic resonance Karmic Action I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Case Bradford: Website Twitter Instagram YouTube Link Tree Discussion Links Negative ions Daylight - Computer Company Biggest Little Farm - Movie Ellipsis Earth People Discussed Adam Rossi Chris Williamson, Modern Wisdom Podcast Paul Chek Mark Sisson Robb Wolf Rafe Kelley Ellie Mackay Charles Eisenstein Books Mentioned Sacred Economics - Charles Eisenstein The More Beautiful World Our Hearts Know Is Possible - Charles Eisenstein Music By Matthew Parker Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | Follow Podcast on: FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn |

May 2, 2024 • 1h 44min
RHP#148. Erik Kaiser, Inventor and CEO of Crush The Memory
One day, Erik Kaiser, was worth $200m and the next day he was worth -$5m It was a moment which changed his perception of the world, changed his personality, and ultimately set him on a new trajectory. He has risen from the ashes, more times than he has been burnt to the ground. He shares the harsh realities of business, to offer a truly balanced perspective. Which is quite the opposite to the glitz and glamour so many entrepreneurs these days want you to think. His favourite pastime is debunking business tweets an X He solves problems through 30 years of self-funded startups and his latest venture, Crush The Memory, is the best idea I have seen in a long time!! Which we discuss at the end of our Pod conversation today. Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: Secrets to looking youthful Carnivore lifestyle Epigenetic triggers Truth v reinforced lying How negative thoughts age you Was Steve Jobs actually successful? Life changing impact of fatherhood EQ and leadership Losing $200m in a day Thoughts on mortality Designing Crush The Memory World’s best way to record Notes Complexity behind slick design I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Erik Kaiser: Website Twitter Website - Crush The Memory Twitter - Crush The Memory LinkedIn Discussion Links Kaiser Chiefs - Band Kaizer Chiefs - Soccer Team Epigenetics Suno AI Midjourney Chat GPT Books Mentioned Why We Sleep, by Matthew Walker Music By Matthew Parker Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | Follow Podcast on: FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn |

Apr 15, 2024 • 1h 20min
RHP#147. Kriss Berg, The Car Wash Guy and Low Tax Guru
Kriss Berg, is just the type of man that the world needs more of! He epitomises the notion of being morally, spiritually and physically anabolic! He is the owner of a $15M portfolio of ecom businesses and also has multiple car wash locations. He uses nifty loop holes to reduce his tax bill to almost zero income tax. He shares a lot of his secrets on Twitter and in his weekly Newsletter, but in this Podcast we take things a layer deeper and draw out his life lessons, advice and worldviews. Cracker of a show and legend bloke. Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: Good immigrant stories Importance of helping fellow humans 3 critical life skills Leading through action How to keep your kids grounded Road trip memories Exploring boredom as kids Recording your stream of consciousness Planning ‘thinking time’ Jobs all kids should do Importance of soft skills Wild business stories Advice to new entrepreneurs with no capital Start-up cultures ‘big problem’ Dealing with adult loneliness Maintaining friendships as adults Listening better and asking deeper questions Psychedelics and retreats Setting intentions Letting your mind play Finding clarity in life I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Kriss Berg: Website - Breakthrough Website - Tax Free Twitter Newsletter - Sign-Up Discussion Links The Dorién Gap Crush The Memory Habitat for Humanity Jefferson County Sewerage Scandal People Discussed Erik Kaiser Adam Rossi Music By Matthew Parker Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | Follow Podcast on: FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn |

Apr 2, 2024 • 1h 7min
RHP#146. Chris Hellgeth, The Gas Biz Guy - $100MM/yr Gas Distribution Business
Chris Hellgeth, is a high school dropout, who turned a 10 cent cigarette sale into a $100MM/yr gas distribution business. He has enjoyed the absolute highs of being successful and also endured the absolute lows of going broke. Having his kids come home with no report card due to school fees not being paid and his wife’s credit card being rejected when buying groceries, are moments which defined him and made him the comeback king. He spends a lot of his time these days teaching and talking all things gas, convenience stores and real estate. Chris is an absolute legend of a man, who shares a mountain of life and business advice in this conversation. Not to be missed! Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: Being a Twitter celeb An ability to read the room Balancing life, family, business Being a present father Living in ’the middle’ Finding your tribe online School being a waste of time Losing confidence in school Always being a people person Having a chip on your shoulder Keeping your kids grounded Teachings of Randy Unique employee hiring tactics Ruthless business Going completely broke Solid advice for Entrepreneurs I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Chris Hellgeth: Twitter YouTube Music By Matthew Parker Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | Follow Podcast on: FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn |

Mar 9, 2024 • 1h 14min
RHP#145. Adam Rossi, Philomath and Altruist
Adam Rossi, a Philomath and altruistic individual, shares insights on entrepreneurship, parenting, social skills, and the influence of ideologies on society. Topics include managing big life transitions, the dark side of social media, the impact of internal dialogue, and the necessity of tertiary education. A thought-provoking conversation for young founders and those interested in personal growth.

Mar 7, 2024 • 1h 23min
RHP#144. Alex Moore, The Food Truck Guy and Men's Coach
I’m a huge fan of people who ‘experiment’ with their lives to find out what they want to do Alex Moore is the epitome of someone getting after it. He is a different person compared to when he first appeared on the Podcast a few years ago. Finding someone with not just one, but two jobs they love is incredible! Let this man inspire you to make changes in your life! Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: Taking calculated risks on yourself The Renaissance of the Men's Movement Cycles of Humanity Importance of Men’s Groups Maori healers How your body holds pain Metaphysical body blockages Benefits of a supportive wife Women’s needs in relationships What is Nice Guy Syndrome? Nice Guy covert contracts Importance of masculine energy Are you a “Bad Receiver” Nice Guy tendencies David Goggins tool set Why we need Accountability Nice Guy recovery I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Alex Moore: Website Instagram LinkedIn LinkTree Integration Nation Buffalos Food Truck Discussion Links Maori Healer - Hona Hona Wim Hof Dairy Queen 75 Hard People Discussed Dr Robert Glover Chris Williamson Andy Frisella Books Mentioned Man Uncivilized by Traver Boehm Music By Matthew Parker Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | Follow Podcast on: FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn |

Feb 21, 2024 • 1h 47min
RHP#143. Dr Robert Glover, Men's Coach and Recovered Nice Guy
Dr. Glover can be considered one of the GOATs in the Men's Work Movement. He is the Author of the edgy, No More Mr Nice Guy. With topics that can be hard to handle if you have ‘Nice Guy’ tendencies He has 40 years of expertise in bettering men and improving their relationships with themselves. A conversation with a man of this calibre is something I cherish. Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: How he became the GOAT of helping men Falling out with the church Why you should start saying “Yes” What is a mans highest purpose Do you believe in fate? Needing faith to believe in your fate Greatest reason for human suffering Why everything is about love Benefits of men’s groups Getting your energy levels charged What is Nice Guy syndrome? Social Media is feminine energy Being intentional with Social Media How to face your fears I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Dr Robert Glover: Website YouTube Discussion Links Integration Nation Rhythmia, Costa Rica People Discussed Alex Moore Chris Williamson Books Mentioned No More Mr Nice Guy - Dr Robert Glover The Big Stick - Dr Robert Glover Slaughterhouse Five - Kurt Vonnegut The Way of the Superior Man - David Deida Passionate Marriage - Dr David Snarch The Wisdom of No Escape - Pema Chodron The Road Less Traveled - Scott Peck Iron John - Robert Bly Irrational Male - Rollo Tomassi The Game - Neil Strauss Music By Matthew Parker Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | Follow Podcast on: FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn |