The Ridiculously Human Podcast

In this day and age, I think it’s more important than ever to have each other’s backs. There is too much individualism and we seem to have forgotten how strong we can be together.  I take great pride in sharing my friends' successes and ventures. Ryan and I, have been friends since our first day of high school, almost 30 years ago!! We now find ourselves as two long haired, spiritual, hippie type of blokes exploring and experimenting with our reconnection to nature and her elements. Ryan is one of the best storytellers I know. I love how his brain and mind works. So much value shared in this chat. Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: Miami’s full moon sacrosanct experience Forties midlife crisis Growing long hair Stretchy list - 100 things to do Why note taking is important John Maxwell DISC Assessment Your public, private and under pressure personalities Inner child work Identifying suppressed energy How patterns repeat in our lives Why fear is holding you back Our Amazon jungle ayahuasca experience Kambo and Bufo plant medicines Accepting the impermanence of everything How the egg choses the sperm All about Earth Medicines Miami When is the right time for plant medicine? Good and bad spirits on earth Love being the highest frequency Do we start living when we die? I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Ryan Hawell:  Website Instagram Discussion Links   John Maxwell, Coaching Certification Ayahuasca Psilocybin Kambo Bufo 5-MeO-DMT People Discussed Jim Rohn Gareth Pickering Zach Bush Andrew Huberman Books Mentioned Becoming Supernatural - Joe Dispenza The Surrender Experiment - Michael A Singer The Untethered Soul - Michael A Singer Books Suggestions The Alchemist - Paulo Coelho The Power of Now - Eckhart Tolle 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 |

Gubba is a 5th generation homesteader. Her forebears eked out a grim existence on the windswept, barren prairies, where they established the largest sheep and cattle operations in their regions. In 2021, she left city life for the country, and began her own homesteading journey. On her farm, she grows vegetables in the garden, nurtures animals in the pastures, hand-pumps water from the well, and warms her house with wood from a nearby forest. Everything is pesticide free. Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: Making moisturiser out of beef tallow Making homemade sunscreen Being fooled by nutrition propaganda Soil Health Crop Rotation A functioning farm without pesticides The versatility of dandelions The frequency of fabrics Knowledge from local communities Everything about homesteading Spreading good vibes through community The current spiritual awakening Importance of decentralisation Food storage - how to do canning Fermentation - The Ins and Outs Sourdough bread and starters Gubba’s experience of Beekeeping Lessons learnt from Bees The benefits of raw milk Americana chickens and blue eggs Different chicken types Benefits of raised garden beds The health of your water Biggest challenges of running a farm Advice to begin homesteading I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Gubba:  Website Gubba Podcast Twitch FaceBook YouTube Instagram Twitter Discussion Links   Beef Tallow Moisturiser Recipe Carcinogenic Biggest Little Farm Restoring Soil Health Burkey water filter People Discussed Darin Olien Books Mentioned Fatal Conveniences Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance Books Suggestions The Brothers Karamazov The Count of Monte Cristo 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 |

Darin is hands-down one of the nicest and most genuine blokes out there, it’s a huge privilege for me to be able to sit down and speak with a man like himself. Darin has spent nearly 20 years exploring the planet discovering new and underutilised exotic foods and medicinal plants as a Superfood hunter. Developing many businesses and health products as a result. He is also the co-host of the Emmy™ Award Winning, #1 Netflix docu-series, Down to Earth with Zac Efron. Darin curiously explores people, solutions, and health as well as life’s Fatal Conveniences. Uncovering modern-day flaws and challenges undermining our health and our environment. Specifically when it comes to the insane amount of damaging toxins in our everyday environment. This conversation is going to seriously open your eyes. GET READY! Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: What it’s like losing everything you own Re-building from ground zero Allowing yourself to grieve Why it’s a practise to speak openly and vulnerably Taking risk vs your safety net Communicating in the heat of the moment What is a Fatal Convenience? The invisible radiation emitted by cellphones 80,000 new chemicals released annually into the environment Detrimental health impact of daily toxin exposure Toxins found in everyday products EMF exposure is slowly killing us Dangers of ultra-processed foods Cancer causing aluminium in deodorant  Clean up your drinking water Taking back your sovereignty Importance of community building Farmer suicide rates Glyphosate in soil causing cancer Our divorce from nature Hope and solutions I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Darin Olien:  Website Podcast - The Darin Olien Show Instagram Facebook YouTube Books Mentioned   Count Down by Dr. Shanna Swan Sicker, Fatter, Poorer by Dr. Leo Trasande People Discussed Paul Chek Andrew Huberman Robin O'Brien Books Suggestions Fatal Conveniences 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 |

Corné Krige, is a former South African Springbok rugby captain. These days he is a family man and a successful business owner. Corné played professional rugby for Western Province, the Cape Town Stormers, and Northampton Saints, having retired in the 2004-2005 season.  Corné now runs an outdoor advertising company with his wonderful wife, Justine. What struck me was how someone who has achieved such immense success and elevation in society, manages to remain so humble. This conversation was an honour for me. Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: What it's like being a rugby spectator now His mentors as a youngster The importance of male teachers for boys in schools Punishment vs Correction What does it feel like being Springbok Captain? Being a father equals being a leader Advice for fathers to be a good leader What it’s like meeting Nelson Mandela Experience of playing his first game as a Springbok Losing 53-3 to England Truths about Kamp Staaldraad Transitioning from Professional sports to normal civilian Staying humble and grounded Going big too soon in business Reinventing yourself Why Upskilling is a necessity Public speaking training - Story to Stage Debunking Motivation 5am Club Vulnerability as a strength  I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Corné Krige:  Website LinkedIn FaceBook Instagram Twitter Discussion Links   Springboks  Craven Week Kamp Staaldraad Paarl Boys High Story to Stage - Professional Speaking Mentorship Program Northampton Saints The Right Place At The Wrong Time - Corné Krige People Discussed Herschelle Gibbs Hansie Cronje Tiaan Strauss Nelson Mandela Joe Van Niekerk Andre Venter Rich Mulholland Books Suggestions The Monk Who Sold his Ferrari - Robin Sharma David and Goliath - Malcolm Gladwell 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 |

Don, is what you can call an Internet Friend. Something which has become quite common for me over the last few years. Don Hickman, is an inspiring father, encouraging other father’s to step into their roles and be as present and playful with their children as much as possible. He also believes that the world needs a wake up call. Standards are falling and acceptance of mediocrity is seeping into more facets of our lives everyday. Truth is being intentionally hidden and complacency is running rampant. Human beings are not living up to their full potential and leading purpose-filled lives, full of happiness, success, and positivity.  Don is on a mission to confront these unpleasant truths and empower individuals to live their best lives possible and build a better future for those after us. Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: Internet Friends Importance of playing hard as an adult Why kids need play as an outlet Struggling with introversion Overcoming social anxiety Building up from hitting rock bottom Intrinsic motivation Stop caring what people think Confidence and Optimism Getting stuck in negative news cycles Greatest lessons as a father Advice for people on the fence about having kids Tools to have tough conversations The value of criticism Family meetings and getting feedback How to create financial freedom Prepping Global Dad’s Friday Fun Night I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Don Hickman:  Website Twitter Discussion Links   Fraternity of Excellence - Men’s Community People Discussed Anthony Migliorino Jerry Adams Books Suggestions Men of Grit - Jerry Adams  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 |

Hosting the Podcast gives me the opportunity to speak to very smart people and to also witness people thinking in real-time while they speak. Both these things are a huge privilege to witness. Today’s return guest, Dr Heather McKee, allowed me to experience both of those in abundance. Dr Heather McKee is known as Europe's leading lifestyle behaviour change specialist. Having studied health behaviour change psychology for 10 years, her mission is to offer a sustainable, evidence-based alternative to an industry saturated with quick fixes and health fads. She works with companies globally to create evidence-based wellness programs, design their wellbeing strategy, deliver keynote talks, and help people find joy in their healthy habits through her Sticky Habit Method.  This conversation, however, is quite different as we discussed many other fascinating topics. Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: Why her accent doesn’t sound like the Queen anymore Reassessing your own behaviour Being disconnected from your inner intuition  Is confidence lacking in society? The commonality of humans wants and needs Training your mind towards positivity Supporting people wanting to change Your personal self-awareness practise Being a better leader Positive behaviour change in humans due to covid Why tolerance is a weak trait How to have better relationships Why communication skills are so important Does work/life balance exist? The Four Burners Theory Seeking Joy in chores and everyday life Finding out more about Behaviour Change Science I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Dr Heather McKee:  Website LinkedIn Discussion Links   Gaelic Aura Ring Via Character Strength Survey - Martin Seligman Newsletter - Habit Weekly from Samuel Salzer  Newsletter - The Behavioural Scientist Newsletter - The Decision Lab People Discussed Jewel on the Joe Rogan Experience Podcast Lilia Tarawa on Ridiculously Human Dr. Kristin Neff Martin Seligman - Founder of Positive Psychology Dr. Shafali Tsabury Books Mentioned The Conscious Parent by Dr Shefali Tsabury Connect by David Bradford Good Habits, Bad Habits by Dr. Wendy Wood Atomic Habits by James Clear The Scout Mindset by Julia Galef Books Suggestions Connect by David Bradford Educated by Tara Westover 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 |

Emma, is an old colleague and friend of mine. She is an impressive young lady, who’s had a phenomenal career. She now runs her own business and has a huge passion helping people with their financial independence.  Having grown up in challenging home circumstances with her parents splitting up when she was 7 years old, she always wanted to be able to rely on herself, and as such, grew up to be fiercely independent. Working as a trader on the London trading floor, as a young female, was something she thrived on and took in her stride. Now, as a wealth management expert her philosophy on financial independence comes as a breath of fresh air. - “Independence is more than money, it is living your life by design and fully in alignment with your purpose” Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: How fun Investment Banking was Why corporate jobs are good Skills entrepreneurs need Being and energetic networker How childhood trauma drives independence Fixed v Growth Mindset Why you should seek discomfort  Challenges transitioning to entrepreneurship Ego v Spirit Understanding your relationship with money How your beliefs impact your wealth Why slowing down is essential Wealth is not about money Being a conscious entrepreneur Having personal quarterly reviews Why you should invest in a coach Listening to your inner chimp I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Emma Wright: Website Instagram FaceBook LinkedIn Discussion Links   Derivatives Stephen Bartlett - The CEO Podcast Books Suggestions Chimp Paradox - Dr Stew Peters Atomic Habits - James Clear Becoming The Iceman - Wimhof 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 |

This conversation was absolutely fantastic. Bronwyn’s insights, worldview, knowledge, and the way she articulates her outlook on life and the world, is inspiring for anyone to listen to! Her revealed optimism and philosophical perspective on the future and what it holds, will get you excited about the future and what opportunities await us. In what can sometimes seem like a bit of a dystopian and robotic future, Bronwyn will highlight the reasons why there is a lot to look forward to and that the human spirit will rise, as we will always have a necessity for our softer needs to be met. Bronwyn Williams, is a futurist, economist, strategist, trend analyst, international speaker, avid reader, and published writer. She believe’s trends should yield insights, insights should drive innovation and policy, and strategy should deliver quantifiable results.  Bronwyn likes to be known as a professional “court jester”. A character that speaks truth to power and “rattles the cages” of the rich and powerful, by presenting important ideas in an entertaining manner that changes the most hardened hearts, using humour and wit, rather than brute force. Her ethos is to make us ‘be comfortable with being uncomfortable.’ Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast:   Why South Africa is a good place to live Why Joburgers are amazing networkers Teachers influencing your life trajectory The importance of reading The importance of writing  Ever considered, reading an art form? Paperback vs Kindle Digital fragility - how information decays The analogue revolution Analogue vs Digital Why economics is a field study of humans Stated preferences vs Revealed preferences Why optimists change the world Revealed optimism v revealed pessimism Future trends to be aware of What most people want What does the future hold for teenagers Finding meaning and legacy Why breathe work is essential Bronwyn’s book recommendations Why chaos is a necessity   I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Bronwyn Williams:  Website - Flux Trends Website - Personal LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Substack Discussion Links   Chat GPT Books Mentioned Agatha Christine Mysteries George Orwell 1984 Seeing Like a State Freakonomics Elephant in the Brain The Upside of Down Narrative Economics MiddleMarch People Discussed Martin Armstrong - Armstrong Economics Anne Rand Daisy De Melker  Jordan Peterson Richard Mulholland Seth Godin Books Suggestions The True Believer - Eric Hoffer Nation - Terry Pratchet 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 |

Dylan is one of my best friends, he was our 100th Guest, and makes a return today. He is one of my go-to guys for advice, someone who’s philosophy and outlook on life and it’s challenges, I really enjoy hearing and listening to. Dylan is the host of Portugal's best English-language podcast, Portugal The Simple Life. It provides an insider's perspective into life in Portugal and what makes the country so special. He is also a Sales Director for Portugal Realty. A Portuguese-based company that has introduced thousands of families and investors to Portugal.  Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: Self-care and dealing with stress His Podcast - Portugal The Simple Life Amazing reasons to host a podcast Why Portugal is an awesome place to live What most people want in life Everything Fatherhood: Lessons, Joys, Shadows, Projecting Issues Challenges your own parents went through Incorporating curiosity into your life What your kids will teach you What it takes to lead a family Strategies for tough conversations Books that changed his life and worldviews I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Let’s find out what it means for Dylan Herholdt to be Ridiculously Human  Your fellow being, Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Dylan Herholdt:  Website YouTube Instagram  FaceBook LinkedIn Podcast - Portugal The Simple Life   Discussion Links TTP - Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura   Book Suggestions Ego Is The Enemy by Ryan Holiday Victor: My Journey  In Black and White, The Jake White Story  Monuments Men by Bret Witter Robert M. Edsel   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 | Soundcloud | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | Follow Podcast on:  FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn |

Gareth Pickering is a great friend of mine whose worldviews and opinions, I always value and enjoy listening to. He is a creative artist, deep thinker, leader of men, and host of the Call To Courage Podcast. His free weekly men’s King’s Circle, connects men worldwide to have authentic conversations and support each other to show up as their most courageous selves.  Gareth is well travelled and well read, he has the unique ability to disseminate complex concepts and ancient wisdom into easily understandable and actionable tasks. He is as genuine as they come and lives and breathes the principles that he teaches. He aims to support men in deepening their relationships with themselves and helps facilitate their healing journey’s. Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: Pre-game: Showing up with intent Dealing with resistance and being nervous The importance of feeling uncomfortable Understanding your relationship with money His lifelong relationship with Cannabis Recognising an addiction and overcoming it Becoming radically honest Intimacy and life long friends Business decisions that don’t work out Masculine and Feminine energies  Having deep conversations with our parents Getting to know your friends betters Why we should DO HARD THINGS Internal motivation and drive Books that changed his life and worldviews I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Let’s find out what it means for Gareth Pickering to be Ridiculously Human  Your fellow being, Gareth   SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Gareth Pickering: Website | YouTube | Instagram | FaceBook | Twitter | LinkedIn | Podcast - Call to Courage | Discussion Links Sam Harris Book - Lying Tim Ferris - Four Hour Work Week  Daniel Schmachtenberger - Parent Conversation Link People Discussed Daniel Schmachtenberger Andrew Huberman Book Suggestions The Secret - Rhonda Byrne The Power of Now - Eckhart Tolle 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 | Soundcloud | TuneIn | Google Podcasts | Follow Podcast on:  FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn |