What GRIT means

In this episode, I sit down with former AFL star Steven "Bam Bam" Baker for a raw, no-BS chat about dealing with life's hardest moments. From losing his dad to the passing of his mate Shane Warne, Bam Bam opens up about how he spiralled into partying, sleepless nights, and the struggle to stay afloat. But it's not all heavy – we get real about how he turned things around with some hard-earned grit, good people, and goals that pulled him back from the edge. Whether you're going through it right now or just need a wake-up call, this convo’s full of gold on how to face your demons, set yourself up for success, and bounce back. Trust me – this one’s a must-listen. Chapters 0:00 - Intro Kicking things off with Bam Bam, setting the stage for what’s to come. 3:10 - Losing His Dad Bam Bam opens up about the moment that changed everything. 8:45 - Spiralling into Partying The distraction that nearly sent him down a darker path. 13:20 - Losing Shane Warne How losing a close mate shook him to his core, but also gave him perspective. 18:30 - The Power of Grit and Goals Bam Bam breaks down his "grit strategy" and how it saved him from himself. 23:55 - Surrounding Yourself with Good People The importance of your crew and how it helped him bounce back. 28:40 - AFL Gone Soft? Bam Bam shares his unfiltered thoughts on how the AFL's changed – and not for the better. 33:00 - Setting Small, Achievable Goals How the smallest goals can lead to the biggest transformations. 38:30 - What’s Next for Bam Bam? A look at what’s coming up for Bam Bam and how he’s staying sharp. 43:05 - Final Thoughts Wrapping it up with some powerful takeaways.