Episode 3 The Police Officer, The Dad and a Life of Family, Trauma and Triumph

Episode 3: Duty, Discipline & Deep Loss – A Conversation with John Rhodes This episode contains discussion of sensitive topics, including death and mental health. Some listeners may find this content distressing. Please take care while listening, and if you need support, reach out to a trusted friend, your GP, or a support service in your area. In this episode of The Dad Havin A Crack Podcast, we sit down with John Rhodes – former New South Wales Police Inspector, proud dad, and a man who’s lived through both incredible highs and heartbreaking lows. John opens up about the reality of family life while being away for work – the strain it puts on relationships, the moments missed, and the challenges of staying connected. He shares the deeply personal story of losing a child at birth, and how he and his family navigated unimaginable grief. But John’s journey also includes remarkable achievements – from representing Australia in Taekwondo and managing security operations at the Sydney Olympics, to working with the ICC to investigate global corruption in sport. This is a raw and inspiring chat about discipline, resilience, purpose, and the strength it takes to keep showing up – both at home and on the world stage.