The Ridiculously Human Podcast

Jeremy Meeks aka Shiver King is not your average type of man. He quits things he enjoys. He starts things he doesn’t enjoy. This strategy is a recipe for sensational personal growth. His life was work, booze, smoking, watching sports….on repeat. Until he had that aha awakening moment and realised his life was flashing before him. A promise to walk his dogs everyday, turned into him running ultra-marathons. Running in -40 degree celsius is not unusual for him. He is built different. Channelling his addictive personality and traits into a different realm of alignment is changing his life and inspiring many others to join him. This is the pep talk you need! Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: The Time Travelling Tool Time wasted watching sport Losing friends due to your own growth Starting a Weed free support group Dreams returning after stopping marijuana Lessons managing an online community  Losing his daughter  Slipping into bad habits Best advice to give up addictions A life changing promise he made to his dogs Why addicts are special people The anti-mentor Meeting up in real life with digital friends I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Jeremy Meeks:  Twitter Discussion Links   Tribal Training Prairie on Fire Backyard Ultra People Discussed David Goggins Jocko Willink Rich Roll Books Suggestions Extreme Ownership - Jocko Willink 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 |

Gaby Vivas is an exceptional human with an incredible story to share. Growing up under the regime in Venezuela was something a great novelist would struggle to think up. Her reality was so far removed from anything you would have heard and no doubt experienced yourself. She left home at 18 without telling her parents or friends.  These days, she is a globetrotting entrepreneur teaching people languages and how best to live a sovereign lifestyle. Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: Growing up in Venezuela Current Venezuelan salary is $4 Is there hope for Venezuela’s future? Brokenness of Venezuelan society Information control of Government  Close confrontations with Military An Exchange student in France Being unable to afford chicken  Leaving Venezuela without telling parents An 83 year old mentor who changed her life Being introduced to Bitcoin What it’s like living in Russia Lessons from Russian culture Growing her own language school Strategies to learn a new language  Language v Mathematical brain The beauty expressed in languages I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Gaby Vivas:  Portuguese - Website Spanish - Website Twitter Instagram FaceBook LinkTree Discussion Links   Rotary Cognitive Science People Discussed Hugo Chavez  Nicolás Maduro Books Mentioned Alter Ego Effect - Todd Herman 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 |

Brad Smith started selling garden benches when he was 15 years old. A life-changing car accident taught him one of his greatest life and business lessons. Brad and his wife are business partners and also homeschool their kids. They are a powerful couple, who are complete opposites in many aspects, and that’s why they operate so well together. A serial entrepreneur and seasoned coach with hands-on experience in launching, growing, and successfully building several companies.  Recognising that the digital landscape can be daunting, Brad has coached over 5,000+ business owners & nonprofits on how to achieve online success. This conversation was a true blend of life and business and a cracking Podcast to kick off 2024 Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: A life changing car accident Pivoting in life and business Why mentorship is important Your wife as a business partner Diverse personality types in business Honest communication with your kids Advice for Homeschooling Challenges building businesses Nurturing the entrepreneurial spirit Teaching kids the value of money Taking Social Media breaks Negative consequences of doom scrolling  Removing toxic friends Need for tough conversations Leading through action Faith based leadership Becoming an online educator Relationship marketing 101 I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Brad Smith:  Website Twitter Facebook Instagram YouTube LinkedIn TikTok People Discussed Taylor Swift Dan Martell Alex Hormosi 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 | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | Follow Podcast on:  FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn | TikTok |

Fascinating lessons I have learned this year from speaking to amazing people. LESSON 1: The importance of Campfires and Storytelling LESSON 2: Working on such a meaningful project with a friend provides a richness and deepness that is difficult to describe. Pretty much all good things must come to an end and that closure is an important part of any cycle LESSON 3: You find Purpose through taking action and doing things LESSON 4: Distinguishing between the Mind, Body, and Spirit….and understanding their interconnectedness LESSON 5: Most people are walking around with Trauma from birth, that they have no idea about LESSON 6: The importance of having deep conversations with your parents LESSON 7: How your passion and the energy you transmit is infectious LESSON 8: How our stated preferences don’t follow through with our revealed preferences LESSON 9: The benefits of being a tenacious Go-Getter and why you should use your trauma to propel you forward LESSON 10: The Four Burners Theory and being self-aware of your energy LESSON 11: Importance of playing hard as an adult LESSON 12: Fame does not last forever and you need to remain humble and grounded LESSON 13: Taking back your sovereignty, and question and research everything you put into and on your body LESSON 14: How disconnected we have become from nature and forgotten how to raise and grow our own food LESSON 15: Accepting the impermanence of everything LESSON 16: There is absolutely no point in worrying LESSON 17: You can do anything you put your mind to LESSON 18: Treat your talent as a daily commitment LESSON 19: Be Authentically Unprofessional LESSON 20: Comfort is a Gateway to Dependency LESSON 21: Meditate on your desired life ---------------------------------------- Find out more here: www.ridic-human.com Episode Link: https://ridic-human.com/podcast/gareth-martin-21-lessons/  

We have a choice to be the victim of our surroundings, or to fly and create new pathways. Even though she had the baggage of childhood trauma and negative subconscious beliefs about herself, Edi Csanalosi had the tenacity and bravery to always choose the path less travelled.  Suffering from poor health and a stressful lifestyle, culminating with conventional medicine failing her, Edi was inspired to go on her WELLTH journey.  Being told to live with her symptoms of IBS and panic attacks. She knew there was something better out there. These days, Edi is an expert Neuroscience Trainer and Coach, advising individuals and companies on the best way to get the most vitality and performance from their employees using a combination of eastern traditions and western neuroscience. Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: A life-changing operations at 8 years old Not being able to cry for 9 months Drawing about death The current spiritual renaissance Fighting with siblings Finding Buddhism Why to not make assumptions Being honest with yourself Growing up in Communism Realising you have a bigger calling in life Why people go back to old habits Being addicted to misery When business ideas don’t go to plan A life-shifting astrology report Science of Meditation and it’s benefits Meditating with 8,100 people Reflecting and judging others Survival v Creation mode I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Edi Csanalosi:  Website Instagram LinkedIn Course -  The Seven Energy Centers of Highly Effective People  Discussion Links   NLP Hypnotherapy Inner Child Work Buddhism The River of Change IBS  Adrenal Burnout Joe Dispenza Walking Meditation Shumann Resonance Neuro Change Solutions Consultant Heart Math People Discussed Joe Dispenza Bruce Lipton Books Mentioned Becoming Supernatural - Joe Dispenza 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 |

Chris Boettcher is the eldest of 4 brothers, so competitiveness and rivalry is second nature to him. Talent is definitely not lacking in his physiology. He is a former college basketball player turned track athlete, and also a 10x Ironman Finisher! As a doctor of Physical Therapy, his background allows him to draw from extensive experience working with the sickest patients to the highest level athletes, helping them to achieve greater health quality and lifespan. Recently, he co-founded "Brother 2 Brother," a community health and wellness program for men. Providing them with the tools and structure to develop a mindset for long term success. Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: The dilemma of not enjoying social media but having 122k Twitter followers What it’s like growing up as 4 brothers Is having a 3rd kid, easier or harder? The positive influence of stay at home parents Homeschooling Lessons since becoming a father Why boredom is important Importance of journalling Transforming away from a high anxiety type person How Covid positively shifted his mindset and lifestyle Men’s lack of self-belief How your unhealthy lifestyle is holding you back Going from Doctor to Men’s group facilitator/coach Niching down to find your audience Unlearning what you’ve been taught Competing in 10 Ironman’s Top lessons from endurance sports Why it is important to do hard things Seeking discomfort for growth Brother 2 Brother Men’s Group Why Dad’s get left behind What are men generally struggling with? The benefits of community Reducing anxiety in your life Advice on improving sleep I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Chris Boettcher:  Website Twitter People Discussed Stephen Curry Michael Jordan 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 |

Steven Murray is a fearless go-getter.  His whole life, whether it be business, sport, or adventure, he has had relentless ambition and always grabbed the bull by the horns to make the most of his opportunities. That doesn’t mean he hasn’t had his fair share of struggles and ups and downs, like you and me. However, he has generally taken the time to self-reflect, be honest with himself and continually looked to evolve from the lessons and challenges that life has thrown at him. Steve has achieved immense success in his endeavours, especially working for a start-up unicorn and then having the aspiration and courage to break-away with his own spinoff of the company. This conversation was sharing information and wisdom on a vulnerable and raw level. I loved this chat and am fascinated by how Steven’s brain works and what he has to say. Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: Growth Mindset Playing the long game Being a visual learner Importance of Storytelling Living unfiltered worldviews through kids Being authentically unprofessional Ask questions respectfully Advice from mentors Does your drive match your ambition Being open to feedback Life changing escapes in life Why you must back yourself Your 3 personality types Why men are risk takers Male communication vs female communication Being a CEO at 32 years old Managing stress effectively Steven’s Show - his new Podcast What energy do you hold? Parents influence on their kids I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Steven Murray:  Twitter Spotify Instagram Medium LinkedIn Discussion Links   Transkei People Discussed Ryan Hawell Rose Radford Books Mentioned The Little Prince - Antoine De Saint-Exupéry Wonder - R.J. Palacio 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 |

Sometimes you have to step back in admiration at what your friends have achieved. There is nothing better than feeling proud of a friend who is literally worldclass at their chosen art. Darryn Eggleton, is an old school friend of mine, who draws and paints the most magnificent life-like wildlife art. His story of becoming a fine artist is one of pure hard work and believing in himself and his amazing talent. Littered with plenty of ups and down, self-doubt, but also life-changing moments.  It’s an honour to sit down with Darryn and hear about his story and how he became the master he is. Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: Reminiscing our High School years How he became an artist How he honed his artistic skills Why he spends most of his time painting an animals eyes Rebelliousness How art helps define and shape society Why our systems destroy creativity Treating your talent as a daily commitment His first commissioned painting What gave him his self belief A life changing trajectory moment The primitiveness of the African bush Dealing with rejection Working hard to define your ambition Using feedback to define your style His painting process Dealing with distractions The flow state of painting Dealing with isolation Making a living as a full-time artist Understanding colour is the essence of fine art I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Darryn Eggleton:  Website Instagram Discussion Links   National Gallery, London Nature in Art Museum, Gloucester Leopard Creek Golf Estate Clarendon Fine Art Steal Like An Artist, Austin Kleon 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 |

Some people have mental grit….and then there is Toni Enderli. An unassuming character, doing herculean things. Accomplishing feats, very few humans would even contemplate doing. He certainly is an endangered rare breed of man, doing tough things, pushing physical and mental boundaries. The magic and growth happens at the edges of our comfort zones, something which Toni is not shy of testing! As an extreme ocean swimming athlete, Toni has conquered some of the world’s most daring swimming feats, including the gruelling English Channel (38km) and Hawaii’s treacherous Molokai Channel (42km). Choosing to swim in a Speedo, a swim cap, and goggles, he is the only athlete to have achieved a staggering 30 Robben Island crossings, in ice-cold 13C water! Toni is the real deal and such a nice, humble bloke. It’s a privilege to speak and learn from someone pushing the limits of life and adventure.  Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: How 2008 Credit Crunch deflated his ego Ice Swimming Training for the Robben Island swim How to train for cold water swimming Advice for ocean swimming How to channel your mindset Getting rid of fear gremlins Your “Why” is what is important in life Finding emotional synchronicity  Lessons from swimming the English Channel Is swimming an individual sport? Night time Ocean swimming…! Chilling with Sharks, Dolphins, Jellyfish Swimming Molokai - 45km swim! Mental fortitude required for long distance swimming Transferable lessons from pushing physical limits Importance of movement Beginning your day with exercise  Benefits of cold water exposure You can do anything you put your mind to Ditching energy suckers from your life I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Toni Enderli:  Website Facebook Instagram YouTube LinkedIn   Discussion Links   Robben Island Swim Ice swimming championships  Swim for Rivers   People Discussed Ryan Stramrood Linda Kaiser   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 |

Few people have the mental strength and positive outlook on life like Oscar Chalupsky. We can all do ourselves a favour and take a leaf out of his book. His sporting prowess is comparable to many greats in sport. He is a multiple-times global surfski champion, having won the internationally famous Molokai to Oahu World Surfski Marathon championships a record twelve times. In 2019, he was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, an incurable bone marrow cancer and told he had six months to live. A combination of medical treatment, exercise, iron determination and unconquerable optimism, he has defied every doctor’s prediction to date and is still going strong and competing in races around the world. It’s a huge privilege for me to have such a raw and fun conversation with a man like Oscar. Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: Balance between competing in sport and growing a career Competing in sports with low cash prize money Different perceptions people have of you What it’s like being a polarising person People confusing confidence and arrogance Why networking and sharing your story are important Why you should speak about your problems Can Sportsmanship be taught? Why planning is your key to success What it’s like being a jack of all trades Not dwelling on the past Tools to help you worry less Respect people, but don’t idolise them Stop saying “You Can’t” Sacrifices it takes to be best in the world Winning Molokai at 49 years old Helping grow the Dusi Canoe Marathon Doing Business with Integrity Managing life with Bone Marrow Cancer Maintaining lifetime self-belief Future goals of Paddling a 100ft wave I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Oscar Chalupsky:  Website YouTube Instagram FaceBook Twitter LinkedIn   Oscars Book - No Retreat, No Surrender Discussion Links   Surf Lifesaving Ironman Texan Race / PE2EL Challenge Molokai Surfki Race Apartheid, South Africa Dusi Canoe Marathon Nazaré, Portugal - Big Wave People Discussed Naas Botha Clive Barker Dr Khumalo 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 |