What happens when the system built to protect is used to punish? In this episode of the Better Bloke Project, we sit down with Jared Purcell, host of the Broken Fathers podcast, to unpack the emotional and legal minefield that many Aussie dads find themselves in.We explore the family court system, lawyers promoting false domestic violence allegations, and how these accusations can tear fathers from their children with little recourse. This isn’t a rage-fuelled rant… it’s a nuanced, respectful conversation about a system that desperately needs reform.We acknowledge the importance of DV protections for women and children, and this conversation never denies that. But there’s another side to this story that’s not being told - one where good men are being broken by a process that too often assumes guilt before innocence.If you’ve been through it, you’ll feel seen. If you haven’t, this might change how you see the entire system.See more from Jared: https://www.youtube.com/@Broken.fathers.podcast
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#063: Sh*t Men Go Through & What to Do About It
If you've ever thought, "Something’s off but I can’t explain it", this one’s for you. We dive into the Better Bloke Blueprint, our new resources that helps blokes get their head around all the heavy stuff... grief, anger, anxiety, depression, and all the restWe worked with the pro's to develop the Blueprint, but on this episode we share what we’ve learnt, what’s helped us, and how this new section of the site might just help a few more blokes find their feet. No fluff. Just real talk.Find the Blueprint at www.betterblokeproject.orgHelp us help the blokes who need it: https://www.betterblokeproject.org/pages/donate-now
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#062: Gumboots, 1800km & 400+ Convo's That Changed His Life
Meet Morgz, a butcher who slipped on his gumboots and walked 1,800km from Cairns to the Gold Coast in the name of men's mental health. What started as a personal mission turned into something much bigger. Along the way, he met over 400 blokes who shared stories of heartbreak, family breakdowns, addiction, depression, and suicide. In this episode, we sit down to unpack those conversations, and how they opened Morgan’s eyes to just how many men are walking around carrying silent pain.We talk stigma, especially in blue-collar industries like butchering, and reflect on how the culture around mental health is slowly shifting. This isn’t expert advice or therapy talk... it’s a raw yarn from one everyday bloke who decided to do something and in doing so, gave hundreds of others a reason to speak up.
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#061: Breathwork For Blokes: Why It's Not Woo Woo
In this episode, we sit down with Damien Rider, a man who’s turned mental resilience into an artform. Known for completing an 800km solo paddle from Gold Coast to Bondi, he isn’t just about pushing physical limits... he’s redefining what it means to take control of your mind.From confronting childhood trauma to tackling brutal endurance feats, Damien has learned that mindset is certainly a lifeline. While many blokes might roll their eyes at breathwork and meditation, he strips the fluff and gives it to you straight: it’s not spiritual fluff... it’s hardwired human physiology.If you’ve ever felt like you’re stuck in your own head, this episode might just crack something open.
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#060: They Want Him Silenced. We Let Him Speak.
This one’s going to ruffle feathers. Our guest has built a name (and a business) by saying the things you’re not supposed to say, and filming it all in comedy sketches that ride the line between hilarious and highly offensive. He’s been labelled sexist, racist, and accused of normalising domestic violence. Today, we go beyond the headlines and into the mind of the man behind the character.In a raw, funny, and sometimes uncomfortable conversation, we unpack the role of humour in 2025, why he believes nothing should be off-limits, and what it means to be held accountable without giving up who you are... not to mention the raw emotions behind fatherhood, marriage, and depression.You might not agree with everything said, but you’ll walk away thinking harder about intent, judgment, and whether society has completely forgotten how to take a joke. If you’re easily offended... maybe sit this one out. Or don’t. Up to you.
Better Bloke is brought to you by a bunch of average guys on a mission to improve the mental and physical well-being of Aussie blokes. Matty and Rob give their two cents on what makes a better bloke and are joined by some heavyweights along the way. Between these blokes, and you legends tuning in, we're going to tackle some issues, unravel the complexities and reduce the head noise along the way.
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