#023 - Life & DEATH experiences of Bondi Rescue's Whippet

Pro surfer, actor, entrepreneur, and star of one of this great nations most iconic TV series Bondi Rescue, joining Rob and Matty on this ep of Better Bloke is none other than Whippet aka Ryan Clark. The three chat about the ups and downs of juggling passions and why it’s vital to stay open as new opportunities present themselves (even when you’re not fully prepped). Whippet gives his take on handling tall poppy syndrome and reckons backing others' wins is key. Of course, they also dive into the high stakes scenarios the Bondi Rescue boys experience on a daily basis. Help us help the blokes who need it: https://www.betterblokeproject.org/pages/donate-nowFollow Whippet:https://www.instagram.com/whippet_/?hl=enLearn more about Better Bloke Project: https://www.betterblokeproject.org/Join the BA group (blokes only, sorry ladies): https://www.facebook.com/groups/280770292436702Find us on socials:https://www.youtube.com/@BetterBlokeProjecthttps://www.instagram.com/betterblokeproject/https://www.facebook.com/thebetterblokeproject/https://www.tiktok.com/@betterblokeprojectSkip to the juicy bits:00:00:00 - Intro00:06:59 - Mental Strategies for Overcoming Challenges00:11:06 - Male Loneliness and Building Strong Relationships00:13:10 - Bonding Through Highs and Lows in Lifeguarding00:15:01 - Dealing with Trauma and Mental Health in Lifeguarding00:18:00 - Blokes Advice and Emotional Toll of Helping Others00:19:15 - Accepting Limitations and Doing Your Best00:20:28 - Men's Mental Health and the Importance of Sharing00:22:17 - Harry Garside as a Role Model for Emotional Intelligence00:24:17 - The Importance of Emotional Expression in Men00:25:00 - Harry Garside's Balanced Approach to Masculinity00:30:51 - Teaching Kids About Competition and Hard Work000:34:27 - Taking Risks and Seizing Opportunities00:37:21 - The Role of Ego and Legacy in Taking Risks00:38:59 - Encouraging Mates to Take on Challenges00:41:03 - Overcoming Criticism and Supporting Others