#066: Jimmy Judge: From Mining To Millions Of Views
The last time we spoke to Jimmy Judge, he was just on the cusp. Working FIFO while eating copious amounts on his off swing, he was building momentum with his outrageous food challenges, wondering if the madness could ever turn into something real. Back then, it was all maybes and what-ifs. Fast forward nine months, and Jimmy’s left the mines behind and gone all in.This episode picks up where we left off, but now, the stakes are real. We unpack the raw truth of what it’s like to chase internet fame full-time: the mental toll, the pressure to perform, the business side of being a creator, and the moments where self-doubt creeps in. It’s a world most people only see through the highlight reel, but Jimmy lays it bare.Whether you’ve thought about quitting your job to chase a dream or you’re just fascinated by what happens after the leap… this episode is a bloody good look behind the curtain.Follow Jimmy Judgehttps://www.instagram.com/jimmyjudge_/?hl=enhttps://www.youtube.com/@UCl3BCId0dGCvVtuQDld16Xw
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#065: The Redemption Story Behind 13 Angry Scorpions
After a serious spinal injury left Patrick in constant pain, everything began to slip. The physical toll was just the beginning... soon came the loss of work, the mental struggle, and a growing reliance on substances to cope. It was a slow unraveling that led him into some of the darkest chapters of his life.In this episode, Patrick opens up about how it all came undone and what it took to rebuild. With his back against the wall, he turned to something simple but familiar: making hot sauce. What started as a way to keep his hands busy became the spark that pulled him out. That spark became 13 Angry Scorpions, a world-renowned hot sauce brand, and more importantly, a second chance at the life he thought he’d lost.This is a story of resilience, redemption, and the fire it takes to become the man you want to be... even when the odds are stacked against you.Get The Hot Sauce Here: https://www.blokesadvice.com/collections/hot-sauce
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#064: False Allegations, Lost Access, Broken Dads
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.
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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