The Running Deep Podcast

In this episode, I share insights into:

- Navigating Moments of Confusion: Strategies for Overcoming Feeling Lost

- Exploring personal experiences of feeling lost

- Offering valuable insights into coping strategies for navigating confusion

- Embracing Life's Challenges: Candid Reflections on Inevitable Low Points

- Candidly discussing life's inevitable low points

- Acknowledging and accepting challenges, emphasizing personal growth

- Confronting Alcoholism: A Continuous Journey Toward Sobriety

- Discussing the ongoing battle with alcoholism

- Addressing cravings and reflecting on the journey toward sobriety

- The Significance of Training: Movement, Consistency, and Well-being

- Reflecting on the profound significance of training, especially in movement and personal well-being

- Discussing the importance of consistency and accepting missed sessions

- Charting the Course: Aspirations and Vision for the Training Journey

- Outlining aspirations and vision for the training journey

- Exploring the positive impact of movement on overall well-being

- Beyond Fitness: The Holistic Importance of Movement

- Emphasizing how movement extends beyond physical fitness

- Exploring how movement positively influences mental and emotional states

- Fully Embracing the Moment: Philosophy on Training and Life

- Exploring the concept of fully experiencing each moment in training and life

- Discussing how this philosophy shapes the approach to various aspects of life

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Greetings!

Reflecting on this fantastic year of episodes, I extend heartfelt thanks to both new and loyal listeners for your unwavering support.

Looking ahead to the next year, I'll be counting on you, my valued listeners, to join me on Patreon and help contribute to financing future podcast episodes. As you're aware, this is more than a hobby—it's a passion. However, producing face-to-face episodes comes with its costs.

In this episode, we delve into my personal journey of overcoming depersonalization. I want to share my experiences, emotions, and transformative insights. Join me as we explore the impact on daily life, relationships, and overall well-being, and hopefully providing valuable advice for those undergoing depersonalization and their support networks.

Key take aways:

- Emotions and thoughts during this realization are unveiled, offering a raw and authentic perspective.

- Insights into the challenges faced and strategies developed to navigate these changes are discussed.

- how my perspective on life has transformed since experiencing depersonalization

- Positive aspects and valuable insights gained during this journey are highlighted.

- The role of professional assistance, including therapy and counseling, is discussed in the context of my journey with depersonalization

- The importance of seeking professional help and the impact it can have on healing.

Join me on this candid exploration of depersonalization, where personal experiences and valuable insights provide a roadmap for those navigating similar challenges. Remember, you are not alone, and there is hope for rediscovering life beyond depersonalization.

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In this powerful episode, we have the privilege of sitting down with Andrew Thorpe, an Indigenous runner who is breaking the stigma in men's mental health, with a particular focus on Indigenous men and those working in the construction industry. Andrew shares his story of breaking inter-generational traumas, how health and fitness have become his tools for managing mental health, and the importance of recognizing that mental health is a long-term journey.

Some key points to take away from the episode:

1. Inter-generational traumas that have impacted his life and how he's working to break the cycle.
2. He shares stories of resilience and the steps he's taken to heal and foster healing in his community.
3. Andrew emphasizes the role of health and fitness as essential tools in managing and coping with mental health challenges.
4. He discusses the challenges of balancing an ambitious running schedule with family responsibilities and how to be there for his kids, even during his own struggles.

Join us in this insightful conversation as we witness Andrew Thorpe's dedication to breaking the silence surrounding men's mental health, tackling inter-generational traumas, and using health and fitness as a pathway to healing. His running feats and family balance are a testament to the resilience of the human spirit.

In this deeply moving episode, we sit down with Emma Bone, a remarkable mother to three premature babies: Hazel, Willow, and Gracie. She shares her story of loss, resilience, and using endurance running as a means of healing and raising awareness for premature babies.

Key points from this episode:

1. We explore the power of turning grief into positive action and the impact it can have on the lives of others.

2. She shares her coping strategies, offering insights and advice for others who may be navigating similar losses.

3. We delve into the transformative power of endurance sports as a means of healing and personal growth.

5. Running plays a crucial role in Emma's life, helping her stay accountable and resilient. She shares how she found a healthy balance between her roles as a mother and a dedicated runner.

6. Reflects on the pitfalls of social media and the pressure to project a certain image, especially in the running community and she shares her perspective on authenticity and the importance of being true to oneself, both as a mother and a runner.

Emma reminds us that from the depths of heartbreak and hell, hope can emerge, and the human spirit can soar.

Remember, every step of the journey, no matter how challenging, has the potential to inspire and uplift those around us.

In this week's enlightening episode, we have the pleasure of sitting down with Jack Anstey, a professional athlete who has spent the last seven years residing in the United States, a considerable distance from his home base. Jack provides invaluable insights into the challenges faced by professional athletes, delving into the highs and lows that come with the territory.

Here are the key discussion points we'll be exploring:

1. **Navigating Life Abroad:** Jack shares his experiences of living abroad and discusses the unique difficulties that can arise, especially during trying times like injuries or the frustration of not achieving desired results. He provides a firsthand account of how distance from home can amplify these challenges.

2. **The Rollercoaster of Professional Sports:** Jack offers a candid look at the unpredictable nature of professional athletics. He walks us through the exhilarating highs of success and the tough lows of setbacks, highlighting the emotional toll that accompanies the relentless pursuit of excellence.

3. **Behind the Social Media Facade:** We dive into the pressure faced by athletes to present a polished image on social media, often for the benefit of sponsors and fans. Jack openly reveals the contrast between the carefully curated online persona and the unfiltered reality of life behind the scenes.

4. **Resilience and Triumph:** Jack's journey underscores the significance of resilience during challenging periods. He shares personal anecdotes that illustrate how enduring adversity can ultimately lead to substantial achievements.

5. **Consistency as the Key:** Jack's remarkable achievement of being ranked 10th in the world for the mile serves as a compelling example of the rewards that come from unwavering consistency in sports. He elaborates on the importance of maintaining a steadfast commitment to training and personal improvement.

Join us for a thought-provoking conversation that not only showcases the highlights but also delves deep into the unvarnished reality of professional athletics. Jack's story is a testament to the dedication and determination required to navigate the demanding world of elite sports.

In this captivating episode, join us as we embark on an extraordinary journey with our guest, Bailey Seamer, who undertook a remarkable 14-month walk from Melbourne to Cape York. Along the way, we'll delve into the logistics of this epic adventure and explore the profound topic of mental health, with a particular focus on Bailey's personal experiences with bipolar disorder.

Here are the key insights you can expect from this episode:

- Gain a deep understanding of the intricacies involved in long-distance walking, from meticulous route planning to essential daily preparations, highlighting the significance of thorough expedition groundwork.

- Dive into the world of bipolar disorder as we discuss the emotional, visual, and daily-life impact of this condition, contributing to the broader conversation of dismantling stereotypes and stigmas associated with mental health.

- Explore the importance of self-care and the value of seeking support when faced with mental health challenges.

- Discover the inspiring message of hope, resilience, and the necessity of empathy and support for individuals dealing with mental health conditions.

In this episode, we dive once again into the remarkable journey of Erchana Murray Bartlett, an extraordinary female runner who holds a world record for completing the most consecutive marathons. Join us as we explore her thoughts and emotions following this monumental achievement.

Discover key takeaways from this week's episode:

- Erchana shares valuable insights on harnessing post-achievement energy for positive endeavors.

- Gain a deeper understanding of her self-discoveries, limitations, and untapped potential in the wake of her remarkable accomplishment.

- Learn Erchana's strategies for sustaining motivation in other areas of life after tackling an all-consuming challenge.

- Explore the whirlwind of emotions she experienced immediately after completing 150 marathons in 150 days, including elation, relief, and a hint of post-goal nostalgia.

As we conclude this episode, remember to draw inspiration from Erchana's wisdom and use her story as a guiding light for conquering life's grand challenges.

In this empowering podcast episode, we have a heartfelt conversation with Nicole Jukes, a remarkable ultra runner, dedicated lawyer, and loving mother. Nicole shares her journey of resilience, starting from the heartbreaking loss of her first child to becoming an emblem of strength and positivity for women worldwide.

Here are the key takeaways from this episode:

- Nicole provides invaluable guidance for women navigating challenging circumstances, inspiring them to find their path to recovery.

- We emphasize the significance of seeking support and breaking the stigma around asking for assistance.

- Discover how resilience can transform pain into a source of personal strength and empowerment.

- Nicole challenges conventional perceptions of what a runner should look like, advocating for body positivity and inclusivity in the running community.

Thank you for joining us for this episode. Stay connected with Nicole's inspiring journey on social media and keep an eye out for her upcoming 24-hour run. Remember, no matter the challenges you face, you possess the inner strength to overcome and thrive.

Welcome to Episode 39! In this exciting installment, I had the privilege of sitting down with Sam Harvey, an extraordinary athlete who recently accomplished an astonishing feat of endurance. Sam completed 101 loops at the Dead Cow Gully Back Yard Ultra Marathon, covering a staggering 676.7 kilometers of virtually non-stop running, ultimately assisting in setting a world record of 102 loops. Notably, he followed up this incredible achievement with another remarkable feat just a week later, conquering 43 loops (288.1 kilometers) and clinching victory at the Krayzie Mid Winter BYU.

This episode provides a unique opportunity to gain insights into the sheer determination and resilience required to accomplish such extraordinary challenges. We also delve into Sam's life journey, from battling mental health struggles to navigating the ups and downs of everyday life, including some rather interesting car troubles.

I'm confident that you'll find tremendous value in this week's episode, just as I did. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy the conversation!

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In this concise episode, we explore a profound concept applicable to all aspects of life—the 100-mile mindset. This mindset isn't solely about training on trails or pavement; rather, it encompasses how we approach our day-to-day existence. It revolves around the mental and strategic approach of dissecting life events or goals into manageable segments, often measured in 100-mile increments. This powerful mindset empowers individuals to maintain unwavering focus, effectively manage their energy, and sustain motivation throughout their unique experiences.

Remember, the 100-mile mindset can be a transformative tool in your journey toward personal growth and achievement, no matter what challenges you face.

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In this week's exciting episode, we are honoured to have the remarkable Simon Cochrane as our guest. Simon's extraordinary journey from a racing enthusiast to an Ultraman World Record Holder stands as a testament to the incredible power of dedication, resilience, and unwavering determination. His experiences and insights serve as a guiding light for aspiring athletes and anyone striving to achieve their personal best. Join us as we delve deep into the mindset of an endurance athlete who continuously pushes the boundaries of human potential.

Here are some key takeaways from this episode:

- Gain practical tips on effective goal setting, training methodologies, and mental preparation that can propel aspiring athletes to new heights in their own pursuits.

- Discover the unwavering mindset required to push through exhaustion and pain, underscoring the crucial role of mental resilience and maintaining a laser focus on the ultimate goal.

- Dive into the intricacies of Simon's rigorous training processes, highlighting the significance of discipline, consistency, and structured workouts.

We hope you thoroughly enjoy this episode, and as always, your support means the world to us.

In this highly anticipated episode, we have a special guest, Jye Dean, who will be taking the lead in an engaging conversation as we dive deep into my journey of the Butter48 race. Join us as we unveil the physical and mental challenges encountered during 48 hours of unrelenting running around a 400-meter track, and explore the resilience it took to overcome the darkest and most demanding moments.

I hope this episode inspires you to reach for greater heights, become more, and accomplish your goals. Running for 48 hours around a track isn't just about the miles covered; it's about the profound inner journey traveled.

In this episode, I sit down with Brock Day, the founder of Sana Days, a charity that focuses on mental health awareness through exercise and community building. Brock shares his story of loss and how he has turned that pain into a mission to help others.  

Brock shares the story of losing his father to suicide and how it inspired him to start Sana Days. He talks about how he found solace in exercise during the grieving process and how it became the foundation for his charity. Brock shares the mission of Sana Days and how it focuses on creating initiatives to support mental health through exercise, events, and community building.  

We chat about navigating the loss of a loved one as he relives his personal experience of losing his father to suicide and how he navigated the grief and pain. He talks about the importance of opening up and talking to others about your experience and how he turned his pain into fuel for his mission and how it has helped him find purpose.  

Brock's story is a testament to the power of turning pain into purpose. - Through Sana Days, he is creating a community of support and awareness around mental health.

Thank you for listening to this weeks episode of the podcast, and I encourage you to check out Sana Days and support their mission.

Back for round 2! This week I chat with Kelly Morgan Thrush who was on episode 4. My very first guest. For those who don't know Kelly Morgan Thrush is a survivor of an organ transplant, is sober for five years, an ultra-runner, and plant-based.

Kelly shares with us the journey of getting an organ transplant, the struggles he faced and how it has impacted his life. He discusses how his experience made him grateful for every day and motivated him to reach his goals. From Ultra Endurance feats, to life and everything in between. We cover it all. I call Kelly a friend and now my go to for help with my own sober journey.

On this weeks episode I sit down with ex professional cross-fitter, James Newbury. A plant based, hybrid athlete, James is what I would call a peak performing athlete, always ready for the next challenge when it comes. A fun conversation going into the ins and outs of cross fit and hybrid athleticism with a few gold nuggets for you all to enjoy.

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Episode 31 of the Pod. Something completely different this week! I have been flooded with questions from you all in the past couple of weeks and I will answer a few of them to get you all a bit more involved!

I think this will be an excellent format moving forward to have a bit of fun but also get my take on things you want to be answered. This week's questions are as:

- Thoughts on zone 2 training?

- What does mental strength mean to me?

- How to keep pushing when it sucks/gets hard?

- Why does life feel like such a whirlwind?

Enjoy this new format

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On this weeks episode I sit down with race director Timothy Walsh who is the founder of the Dead Cow Gully Backyard Ultramarathon. For those who don't know, this race consists of a 6.7km loop completed every hour on the hour until the last man standing.

Our conversation goes into the development of the race and what it takes to run the race logistically. We cover his experience from a different perspective on the race and we get a little insight into his support work with the NDIS. All I can say is that I had a fun and insightful conversation and it was great to finally sit down with Tim to do this episode.

Enjoy the episode.

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Episode 29 of the pod and boy, oh boy was this just wisdom bomb after wisdom bomb! So many nuggets of wisdom from the man himself Jason Hardrath.

A bit of housekeeping, I did have some audio issues within and after this episode so please bare with me as the audio may be a little bit off. 

Jason is a serial adventure, endurance athlete and teacher. In 2015 Jason was ejected from his car and suffered 9 broken ribs, a collapsed lung, a shattered shoulder and contusions throughout his internal organs and his right knee was damaged. The crash tore the anterior cruciate ligament, known as the ACL, which keeps the knee from sliding forward and back, and the lateral collateral ligament, known as the LCL, which keeps the knee from sliding inward. 

This would have ended anyone's sporting career but not Jason's. Throughout our conversation, you will hear him talk the talk but also walk the walk. From completing 119 FKT's, a number of endurance runs and climbing up Washington's highest peaks in 50days he paves the way for what is truly possible after such a traumatic event. I learnt a lot from this man and a lot of what he said landed true and close to my heart. 

Enjoy this week's episode of The Running Deep Podcast

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Sometimes we must take 2 steps backward to take a leap forward.

Episode 27 with Jamie Candler. A fantastic conversation with Jamie about all aspects of his life from his ultra-endurance races, 1000km run and his work with the disadvantaged indigenous youths. Jamie is an animated and heartfelt man with lots to talk about. He articulates his thoughts amazingly well and gets his message across with passion. 

Some key points from this weeks episode:

- Early life.
- Disadvantaged indigenous youths.
- Through the lens of someone that worked closely with indigenous people what are the main issues that face.
- Running 1000km for mental health.
- Ultra man in under 24 hours.
- Unhealthy obsession, chasing that next high and moving the goalposts forward.

Enjoy the episode!

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There is a crack in everything, that’s how the light gets in.

Episode 26 with Thomas Dade. I really enjoyed this week's conversation. We get an insight into Tom's life and his story with the struggles of mental health and anorexia that involuntarily put him in the hospital and the recovery from that. We also get an insight into using ultra running as a coping mechanism from his child hood & mental health problems, all in which he is working through. He got vulnerable and shed a light on the true struggles of being a human being.

Some main key points from this week's episode:

- Bouts with mental health/depression/anorexia

- Body image

- How the Kokoda Trail changed his life

- Running the Coast to Kosti / Down Under 135 / Unreasonable east 200miler

- Slowing down and being in the now and staying grounded

- How to get through the pain and suffering for ultras and how it translates over to the mental health aspect

Enjoy the episode!

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“I don't run to add days to my life, I run to add life to my days.”

The first episode of 2023 and I think it's only appropriate for me to ramble on about some things that have popped up in the past couple of weeks with friends, family and fellow runners. 

Some main key points from this week's episode:

- New Year's resolutions and looking at the long game.

- Keeping the fire alive when it gets hard

- Rest and recovery are a part of a healthy lifestyle

- Rich Rolls "Mood Follows Action" 

- Every failure in life is a lesson in self-compassion

Enjoy the episode!

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Absolutely blown away by this lady. Erchana is in the midst of doing the unthinkable. A marathon a day for 150 days straight! I won't bore you all too much with the speal and leave it for the episode, however what you need to know is that she is an absolutely amazing woman who is doing it for an amazing cause! She stopped in on her way through to do this with me so this is a very special episode!

Some main key points from this weeks episode:

- running 6200km (A marathon a day for 150 consecutive days)

- Why wildlife, what’s the passion behind the project?  

- The logistics behind the feat

- The trials and tribulations of running a marathon and day for 150 days?  

- The pain the suffering  - The real and the raw

- Her message to you! 

Enjoy the episode!

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After a few weeks off I am back! On this week's episode I sit down with Jansen Andre as we dive deep on his life, his endurance feats and what it was like to be brought up with out a father figure in his life.

You may recognise Jansen from his role on Hit TV series Summer heights high or his social media pages… As you can tell already Jansen has done A LOT in his life so far, from child actor to running 250km around a track plus everything in between he has achieved so much with so much to come.

A few key points from this episode:

• What it takes to run 250km around a 400m track
• Mental Health
• Growing up without a father/masculine figure
• Real life vs. Social media
• How to stick with a whole food, plant based diet.
• Child acting on hit TV series

Enjoy the episode!

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“Eventually you will come to understand that love heals everything, and love is all there is.

On this week's episode, I sit down with Australian ex-pat Adam Pedicini. Adam is an all-around powerhouse, an ultra-endurance athlete, a professional dancer, a trained actor and a fitness presenter, Adam has left no stone unturned. Now residing in LA he has found the opportunity to grow.

Key points from this week's episode:

• Moving to LA for more opportunities.
• Stepping into a growth phase.
• Men's group and the part it played in healing.
• Confronting uncomfortable conversations with loved ones.
• Healing from childhood, sexual abuse trauma.
• Running the Moab240 and the Tahoe200 Ultra endurance race.

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This week I sat down with New York Times best selling author, frequent guest of the Rich Roll Podcast, ultra runner, musician, Mishka Shubaly. I can name it all and he has done it.

All I can say is WOW! I will admit, I came into this episode ill prepared and maybe just a little underdone but what came from this conversation gave me and hopefully you, a complete reframe on addiction-recovery, sobriety and alcoholism.

Mishka has had to deal with a lot of trauma during his life span and has been to the depths of hell and back. The arc between where he is now to where he was is a huge achievement in itself. 13 years unclean sober and counting.

It was an absolute honour to do this with such a powerful man.

Enjoy the episode.

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Please join us for a highly engaging, heartfelt, vulnerable conversation where we talk about the adversity in Holly's life that led to spirituality, rebuilding and ultimately rising and doing everything from a space of LOVE.....

Holly Winter is an Empowerment Coach, an Inspirational Speaker and the Creator of Live In Your Light.

Living on the Gold Coast Australia, Holly is in love with her life, with her husband to be Connor and their two beautiful children, Poppi and Aiden. She loves flowers, crystals, dresses, Taylor Swift, the colour pink and is passionate about guiding others to self-empowerment!

Modelling heart-centred leadership, modern spirituality and holistic wellness, Holly has guided 100’s into the expansion of teaching LIYL, through exclusive one-on-one coaching, mentoring, online courses, classes and speaking events.

Holly's teachings will assist you to deeply connect to yourself, and your intuition, build on a foundation of self-love, create a daily spiritual practice, amplify your radiance and step into the highest version of your soul self.

Her energy and passion for impact have seen her work with corporates, not for profits, small businesses, entrepreneurs and youth in Australia and internationally, seeking empowerment, inspiration, education, direction and alignment through the LIYL principles for Heart Mind Body & Spirit.

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“Everything is within your power, and your power is within you.”

On this weeks episode I sat down the Reesha Lewis the legend of ultra running. From weighing over 140kg to winning Blackall 100km in a record time of 10hr 41min Reesha is a power house when it comes to personal development and grit. A mother of 2 children and wife to high school sweet heart Adam, we discuss not only endurance sports but what it means to live a full life including the ups and downs of parent hood, job security and the struggles with mental health. 

Reesha is not only an elite performer in the sport of running and boxing but and elite life liver. There is a lot to learn from her story and what she has to offer as a human being. So listen up and take notes. I for sure did exactly that!

Enjoy the episode!

Go for it now, The future is not promised to no one.

On this weeks episode I sat down with Mark Avery the family man, the mental health advocate, the ultra endurance athlete and most of all one of the most humble humans I have ever spoken to... I mean it! From completing 21 half marathons in 21 days, running 1000kms from Brisbane to Sydney to 24hours on a treadmill. Non of these define Mark as the athlete he seems. No because he is much more than just an endurance athlete. His story says so. 

From suffering from depression, his own drinking habits and death of a close friend he found solace within exercise and reaching out for help. A family man he is paving a positive path for his kids and the people around him. 

He is giving permission for others to follow suit and achieve unimaginable goals but remember and as he says in the episode GO ALL IN AND DO THE WORK! 

I hope you enjoyed this as much as I did

"Sometimes when you're overwhelmed by a situation - when you're in the darkest of darkness - that's when your priorities are reordered."

On this week's episode, I sit down with a familiar face, Brett Hardy. Brett is no stranger to mental health and the challenges it brings to life. "Brett’s story involves a mental health sojourn that spans twenty years from 2000 to 2020. Prepare to ride alongside him as he goes through the bipolar motions of extreme highs, devastating lows and all the semi-stable moments in between.

His story is proof that if a diagnosis is accepted and the right support embraced, then an individual living with mental illness can not only survive but thrive!"

He has been dealt a shit set of cards in in his life but has come through on top. Enjoy the episode!

To change things up and to use the time I have, I have decided to do little 10-20 minute episodes on things I think matter. Hopefully they are some easy listens and you can grab some sort of value from them as they come.

On this weeks mini ep, I wanted to talk about what healing looks like in reality not on social media. We seem to have created a false narrative around healing, that it should be easy and "done in 3 easy steps if you buy my coarse...". There are certain modalities of healing that certainly do help but will not get to those deep rooted traumas that we are trying to work through. There are many bandaid fixes to such deep rooted issues. 

It's not attractive and it sucks but you can get it done. 

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“There may be people that have more talent than you, but there’s no excuse for anyone to work harder than you do.”

On this weeks episode I sit down with world record holder of the worlds strongest marathon, family man and ultra endurance athlete, Corey Phillpot to go deep on family balance, what it takes to break a world record by 3 hrs and things he has planned on the future. 

After being through the bender and coming out the other side only to be confronted by his own inner demons, Corey made a split decision to call his dad and change his life. This isn't a very romantic story of self exploration, more a man who was sick and tired of being sick and tired. On the cusp of suicide and ending it all that one call of reaching out changed the trajectory of his life for the better. Married with 2 children Corey is pushing the limits of what humans can achieve with a little hard work and dedication not only with his sporting achievements but with family life as well.

 Enjoy this episode because I sure know we both did.

"Never cut a tree down in the wintertime. Never make a negative decision in the low time. Never make your most important decisions when you are in your worst moods. Wait. Be patient. The storm will pass. The spring will come."

This week on the podcast trans Australia runner Troy Jones joins me to talk all things mental health and running. Troy is no stranger to the depths of his own mind and wants to show people in his circle and anyone he can reach through social media that you can change the way you look at your own life for the better.

Troy in 2021 ran across Australia in 72 days covering 4000kms in the process. The logistics alone was one hurdle but to run on average 50-60km a day is another. Troy has the mental capability and capacity to to over come depression and push through barriers he never knew he had. This was a great conversation and I had a lot of fun recording it. Troy is a humble guy who just wants the best for the people around him. I hope you enjoy the episode.

***SEXUAL ABUSE TRIGGER WARNING*** 

No interview this week. I want to keep this episode quick but intimate. I will warn you as there are some touchy subjects mentioned in this one. From my own personal experience but also a lot of others around me. 

This is a mini recap from the events that happened this weekend and how we can learn and master our selves. Vulnerability is the cure to this mental health pandemic. Without it, there is no recovery. Take the lead and speak out, give permission to the friends and family around you to do the same. We all have that power SO USE IT! 

We are all sick and tired of rising suicide rates and yet there are more mental health resources around us than ever before? 

There has to be another way out. Breathe work wont fix it, cold plunges wont fix it, eating a clean, vegan diet wont fix it... They all help but this is a lot bigger than surface level, band aid style fixes. We need to go deep! We need to talk about the dark pasts and the shadows that lurk behind us. 

Thats what made us who we are. Thats what got us there in the first place, it will get us out. 

BE BRAVE, BE BOLD AND GET IT DONE! Your life depends on it.

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"To achieve success, working hard and getting knowledge is not enough. What we need more is the belief in oneself and the ability to never give up on your dreams even after going through numerous failures. One needs to believe in the actions and dreams to make it a reality and work on every step to achieve it."

Kent Ohori... There is so much to say in such short paragraphs... From a pack a day smoker, to losing his father and grandmother to now holding the world record for the fastest Everestman ever completed. It just goes to show what type of human he is. From humbled beginnings he is no stranger to the depths of hurt one can go through. 

Now how does one go from the night life lifestyle to conquering a feat such as Everestman. You will just have to listen to the episode. He is a humble guy who just wants to make a difference in the lives of the people around him and his club. To prove that no matter what happens to you in life, you can always "rebound".

“We have plenty of tomorrows to compensate for the wrongs made yesterday.”

Arman Vestad... What can I say! What a beautiful soul he is. His story is the perfect example of how turning your life around is possible but you need to do the work. From very humble beginnings to hardened criminal, Arman is no stranger to the dark side of the human condition. Over-dosing 5 times in 10 days from the use of GHB to supplying guns that were used in a triple homicide to being incarcerated for many years. Arman has completely and utterly turned his life around for the better and for ever. A family man, an international spokes person for why employers should hire ex-criminals, a mental health advocate and all round amazing man, we cant wait to see where and what he does in the future.

Now for the house keeping! I am now currently looking to team up with a sponsor to help out with these face to face episodes! It does take time to put these episodes together and am looking to get them out hopefully on a weekly basis. It also does cost me money to make them and cant afford weekly sessions. I am looking for a sponsor that would suit The Running Deep Podcast and bring value to my audience. SO if you are reading this and know of, or are looking to sponsor and up and coming podcaster please contact me via my social media outlets or email me on:

kentrmullins@hotmail.com

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“Courage isn’t having the strength to go on – it is going on when you have no strength.” 

After weeks of trying to align schedules we finally got to sit down with endurance athlete Jake Malby, AKA The Forest Goat. From being at the literal end of his life with the chair, rope and note ready to go, to the phone call that changed the trajectory of his life forever. 

Jake is no stranger to the dark, scary depths of mental health but has stood up and said enough is enough. He is now a decorated ultra, endurance athlete from 31 marathons in 31 days to a 24 hour endurance run, Jake understands what it takes to master the mind and his spirit in his quest of self enlightenment.  An advocate for mental health awareness his mission is to change the way we look at mental health through fund raising, running and connecting with the community and in all his glory, has achieved this and beyond. With many feats planned for the future, we cannot wait to see what this powerhouse human has to offer. Big things to come for the man. Watch his space. 

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"Grief does not change you. It reveals you.” 

This week on the podcast I sit down with Danielle Britz, a former colleague and fellow friend. We talk all things mental health, grief and how Dani navigated her own mental health state after losing both parents within 13 months of one another. The key term here is "feel to heal" and she has taken that on in full force. Not only coming out of a deep depression and near suicide attempt she has found new meaning in deep and meaningful conversation.  

The vulnerability and comfort this lady showed during our time together really shows how unstoppable she truly is. A powerhouse that wont be stopped. As we all are, she is still healing and wants you to know that it's okay not to be okay and that you need to reach out if you are struggling with your mental health.  It's time we re-asses how we look at mental health, its time we get it done together and pave the path. This is not an episode to miss!  

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"When you look in the mirror, what do you see? Do you see the real you, or what you have been conditioned to believe is you? The two are so, so different. One is an infinite consciousness capable of being and creating whatever it chooses, the other is an illusion imprisoned by its own perceived and programmed limitations."

“Do something that scares the fuck out of you, then and only will you find out who you truly are.” 

I did attempt to record this podcast whilst recording a IGTV series describing this experience. So please bare with me and give me the benefit of the doubt as I don't have all the gear necessary to make it of professional standard how ever doing the best I can with what I have ;) And yes you get to hear me cry. This was a huge experience for me from who I was to what I have just achieved is a huge milestone. One I wont forget!

How to articulate my 100km experience via typed podcast description. 

It was one of the hardest things I have ever done in my life. I was very naive going into this race on a whim after Callum had said he had entered. A very “enter now, figure it out later” attitude. I have had no real 100k specific training in the lead up with only a couple 4-5hr run equaling 80km all together 4 weeks out. 

I started hurting at 45km and really hurting at 60k… @ 70k I was done… So I thought… I was no where near done. My mind was playing tricks on me asking me, begging me, for my legs to stop, I wasn’t having any of that shit. I was finishing this fucker. The last 30km was the hardest 30km of my life. Walk, jog, walk, jog, run, jog, repeat. I would run for what felt like hours only to realise you have only moved 3km down the road… but I knew every step I took was closer to seeing my beautiful fiancé and 2 beautiful kids at the finish line. If it wasn’t for them, plus Callum and Rory, my crew, I may have not finished…. who am I kidding, I was finishing this thing no matter what. 

Taking a wrong turn @ 98km in I was lost for 40min trying to get my bearings with only a hand held bike torch and a dead phone. No maps no nothing, in the dead of night searching for that pink tape we had been following the entire time… but nothing…. Eventually I found my self at the school after going to a main road and following that until I saw traffic. 

After crossing the line in 16hr and 37 minutes I can now call myself an ultra marathon runner and have rewired my brain to endure more. You are capable of soooo much more than you think, trust me on that. Wether it be running or anything to do with your life, we are durable animals and can withstand ALOT including pain. You just need to throw yourself in the deep end because eventually you will learn how to swim one way or another. 

That fucking hurt and I fucking loved it.

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