The Pocket with Chris Griffin

GOOOOOOD MORNINGGGGG. Jack Nauseef joins me on the show and we dove deep.  Absolutely loved this chat. A deep dive on transformation, God, surrender, kindness and how you can’t be grateful and have a bad day at the same time. Key Discussion Points: Why doing hard things makes you happier Having the guts to try Discipline is how you rebuild yourself The difference between confidence and ego Finding something bigger than success (God) Apply to join the greatest podcast school in the world, PodPro: www.thepodpro.com/apply I built this to offer a space I wish I had when I was starting out. Chapters: 00:00 The importance of having guts 05:16 Faith, morality and thinking less about yourself 08:51 Why Christianity is starting to make sense 10:27 Ego, success and staying humble 13:05 “I met my wife” — the relationship that changed everything 15:03 How podcasting changed my life 16:04 Gratitude is a way of life 17:25 Bullied, underestimated and finding basketball 19:47 From basketball manager to walk-on 23:11 The underdog mentality and the danger of ego 25:24 Why empathy matters more than taking things personally 31:22 Jesus, ego and learning to walk through the heart 34:43 Losing faith, temptation and searching for answers 37:24 The moment we met: “We have to lock in” 40:13 Rock bottom and feeling God’s disappointment 43:05 Work without knowing where you're going 45:17 There is no finish line in life 52:00 Why heartbreak can completely change a man 01:15:37 The values Jack learned from his father 01:36:10 Love, finding the right woman & why Jesus started making sense Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every rule was broken in this episode and I couldn't be happier. Today's episode is with Fraser Grut, my good friend and what better way to do it in his style. Fraser is on a mission to film 10,000 dreams (a 50 year mission) and he does it in such a cool, raw, authentic style. I let him steer the ship creatively with this one and I love how it turned out. We deep dive on God, having a mission, the importance of dreams and everything in between.  Fraser is a ball of life and has the most contagious energy. I hope you can feel it through the screen. Enjoy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Drew Lynch went viral initially for his Americas Got Talent success. He started becoming known as the comedian that stuttered, which lead him down a massive journey of self discovery deep diving into faith, god, the human brain and body, to get to the bottom of how to "return back to normal" We had a deep chat filled with laughs and cries. Enjoy. Apply to work with me to build your podcast and personal brand: https://thepodpro.com/apply Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thomas Petrou comes on the show. Founder of The Hype House LA. We deep dive on navigating success at a young age. I loved this chat. If you want to build a successful podcast, claim my free Podcast Toolkit below: https://thepodpro.com/toolkit Chapters: 00:00 Does success get hollow the more you achieve? 07:10 The problem with consistency 13:00 The person you can not escape… 15:38 Why "Being Broke" Is a Mindset  20:36 The Get-Rich-Quick Lie & College Debate  27:59 Why School Doesn't Teach Real Life  30:10 The Dark Side of Overnight Success  35:10 Million-Dollar Success, Depression & Burnout  40:10 Fake Friendships in the Social Media World  44:05 Can Morality Exist Without God?  49:04 How Love & Faith Changed His Life  56:30 The Biggest Misconceptions About Christianity  01:03:30 Living by Conviction Instead of Culture  01:11:56 Social Media Is Replacing Real Life  01:17:50 Identity, Discipline & Becoming Your Best Self  01:25:40 Modern Dating Is Broken  01:29:30 Social Media's Impact on Relationships  01:36:30 Building Strong Relationships That Last  01:43:00 Final Lessons on Success, Faith & Fulfillment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we sit down with William Scott and deep dive on all of the biggest fears men face in 2026. We dissolve all of them in this conversation. Apply to work with Chris directly to build your podcast and personal brand: https://thepodpro.com/apply Follow Will: https://www.instagram.com/williamscxtt/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A combination of comedy, self improvement and serious deep dives into Lindsey's story. I had a lot of fun. Lindsey's energy is contagious, she has been blowing up all over social media for her viral skits and comedy clips. Enjoy Follow Lindsey: https://www.instagram.com/lindseyfishman/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

John Kiriakou joins us on The Pocket today. We deep dive on how the CIA are controlling us. We discuss Jeffrey Epstein, Andrew Bustamante, 911, and how every day civilians are being watched by the CIA and government. I have the greatest podcast school in the world. Apply to join PodPro: https://thepodpro.com/apply Get your free copy of The Podcast Toolkit: https://thepodpro.com/toolkit Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andy Elliot returns on The Pocket. This time we deep dive on Jesus, relationships and love. This was a banger. Enjoy Apply to work with Chris to build your podcast: https://thepodpro.com/apply Chapters: 00:00 The thing most people lack 07:20 The biggest thing ruining homes 11:00 The greatest mentor (God) 17:55 How the Holy Spirit moves 22:00 Relationship over Religion 30:00 Andy’s challenge with Church 35:10 How Andy eliminated cuss words 42:00 The more you walk with God the more you see 48:00 The spiritual warfare  53:00 When you change, people don’t like it 1:03:00 Profound 9 minutes discussing Chris and his Christian girlfriend Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

LIVE PANEL at Hyrox Worlds in Stockholm with 5 Elite 15 athletes and podcast host, Chris Griffin. We deep dive with Joanna Wietrzyk, Hunter McIntyre, Hidde Weersma, Charlie Botterill, Rich Ryan, live in front of hundreds of fans. Enjoy. Follow Chris on IG: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Subscribe to the channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr Mike Israetel joins me on The Pocket. We deep dive into the new progression of the world with genetical modification, why bodybuilding and optimising for aesthetics is the most important thing, what a utopia future looks like, the pill that will solve all of our problems, and so so much more. Build your podcast with Chris and the Pod Pro team: https://thepodpro.com/apply Follow Mike: https://www.instagram.com/drmikeisraetel/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 What utility does being a body builder have? 07:20 Solving all our problems with a pill 18:30 Exploring what true paradise is 26:00 Things get better when everyone rises 33:30 Olympic Games vs Enhanced Games 42:00 Are we losing all peace, joy and fulfilment 48:30 The pill that gives unlimited happiness (utopia) 1:02:00 How can we take this too far? 1:08:00 Designing a paradise world 1:13:00 The future of a Universal Income 1:19:00 The Aesthetic Revolution 1:31:00 The inner storm we all battle with Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are trends dead? Why do you crave old things? What does luxury mean now? How do you become obsessed? Where are people going wrong? These are all things we answered on today’s episode with George Heaton. An absolute BANGER. Enjoy Apply to work with Chris to build your podcast: https://thepodpro.com/apply Follow George: https://www.instagram.com/georgeheaton/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 What OBSESSED actually means 08:00 The correlation between discipline and obsession 12:00 The power of pessimism 16:30 What it takes to be a great 21:00 What true leadership looks like 28:00 How do you stand out as a brand? 35:00 The old is the new new 44:00 Trends are OVER 49:45 George’s three keys to success 54:00 Deep dive on ego 1:00:00 The over-optimization of high achievers 1:05:00 An unexpected love story 1:14:00 What’s exciting George at the moment Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We dive deep on Sam Yo's lessons from being a Monk. Why the western world is focusing on the wrong things, how you can access a state of bliss and peace which a few simple techniques, and what life can look like when you apply some of the beautiful lessons from the Monastery into your everyday life. Apply to work with Chris to build your podcast: https://thepodpro.com/apply Follow Sam: https://www.instagram.com/yoiamsamyo/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A deep dive on numbness... An observation of my actions and reactions. Some profound realizations. Enjoy Apply to work with me to build your podcast: https://thepodpro.com/apply Follow on IG: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I don’t think it works. I’ve never seen it work. Ever. Let me know what you think of this video in the comments. Follow me on IG:https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Apply to work with me to build your podcast: https://thepodpro.com/apply Chapters: 00:00 Fascinating study on why men and women can’t be friends 03:20 Sexual attraction 10:10 The next logical step in the ‘friendship’ 13:00 My recent experience with a woman 19:00 My videographer got with my ex 23:00 The best analogy to explain this 25:30 My biggest challenge with lust 30:20 Closing thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alfie returns to the show. Is there a reason why all successful people are leaving Australia?  We deep dive into the reasons we both absolutely love the country and have desires of raising our children there, however it is not conducive to growth and support of your big wild dreams. Enjoy. Try Roll completely free for one month with the link below: https://www.rolltoreel.com/chris Follow Alfie: https://www.instagram.com/alfiegetshard/ Apply to work with me to build your podcast and personal brand: https://thepodpro.com/apply Chapters: 00:00 Why haven’t you left Australia? 05:00 Importance of being exposed to the world in person 12:00 The problem with global comparison 17:20 Accepting the bad with the good 25:00 Alfie’s reasoning behind pivoting in his life and business 34:20 Back when Chris and Alfie started living together 36:30 Realisation’s from Alfie’s dad getting sick 41:00 Navigating friends with so much growth in life 43:50 Chris & Alfie unpacking Christianity and religion 49:30 Where Australia plays a role for Alfie 55:00 Importance of aligning your environment 01:01:00 Setting sail on months of travel 01:03:00 The problem with creating status and fame 01:12:30 The slippery slope of chasing externally Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Different style of pod today. raw, unfiltered, unedited, sat down on my couch chatting about my relationship with surrender. Also a life update on some of the thoughts going on in the mind of someone on a mission to build the biggest podcast in the world from ground zero. Enjoy. Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spoke about ego today. Explored things I hadn't really thought about before just to see what I could unpack. Had a blast. Enjoy. Apply to work with me: https://thepodpro.com/apply Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I can’t lie, this was hard to record. But I think it’s important. In fact extremely important which is why I went against any urge to not do this. We deep dive on settling today. I have has experiences in my life recently that really emphasised the importance of not settling. I felt every word in this podcast. Shared with the most amount of love. If one person can change their life from this video, I’d consider it a win. Love you all and thank you for listening. Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters 00:00 Settling for a subpar version of life 05:30 An experience I had with my family 15:00 The grass isn’t always greener 20:00 Setting a standard 24:00 A common denominator in high achievers 28:00 The importance of family we forget 30:30 A transformational time in Chris’ life 34:00 The peace in low times Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Rolton returns on the show and this time we dove deep on ego, parenting, the cost of success and where it becomes to far, the opportunity inside the scary landscape of the world, his views on Trump and so much more. Mark is one of the biggest property moguls in Australia and has sat beside some of the biggest names in the world. His wisdom is quite profound and he is one of my favourite people to sit down with on the show. Enjoy. Follow Mark: https://www.instagram.com/markrolton/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Work with Chris to build your podcast and personal brand: https://thepodpro.com/apply Chapters: 00:00 Off air discussion 05:00 Intro: The success beyond dollar signs 10:00 The illogical pursuit of beyond $400m 15:30 A profound deep dive on EGO 28:15 Mark’s unique way of parenting 37:30 Mark challenges Chris on his relationship views 45:40 Why do you make your daughter skip class? 49:00 The problem with parenting and the system right now 57:00 The importance of removing the noise 01:08:00 The characteristics that are important in men and women 01:19:00 The number one thing that creates opportunity (people are scared) 01:25:20 Mark’s thoughts on Trumps agenda 01:28:00 Mark’s relationship with Donald Trump 01:32:00 How to capitalise in the current climate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

you’re capable of more than you think. Apply to work with Chris and Elliot to build your podcast: https://thepodpro.com/apply Chapters: 00:00 You only know what you know 04:45 Chasing less, receiving more 07:15 Difference between the left brain and the right brain 13:00 Can spirituality go too far? 15:50 A lesson from a little kid 19:30 The problem with doing the things you know 24:20 The most liberating feeling 30:20 Your sign to take the risk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apply to work with me to build your podcast and personal brand: https://thepodpro.com/apply This was a live event I spoke at in Thailand last month. We deep dove on content and I share the method I use to blow up on social media. It is a very different approach to anything you have ever seen online (but it works). Sometimes I think we forget we're human. Let me explain... Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Follow my podcast: https://www.instagram.com/thepocketpodcast/ Chapters: 00:00 the work I do to make six figures a month 03:30 I think we forget we’re human 07:00 My transformation 13:00 Why I quit in the early days 16:00 Level up your content masterclass 33:00 Where most coaches go wrong 41:00 Why you should change your messaging 46:40 Live audience member content breakdown 59:00 Q&A (extreme value) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Grayson Hart joins us on The Pocket today. Grayson founded Puresport, a company that revolutionised the way supplements and clothing are positioned in the health and wellness space. He is also an ex high level athlete and a deep thinker. We dove deep on the meaning of life, relationships, heartbreak, leading from the heart, why the material world rules people, and so much more. Enjoy. Apply to work with Chris: https://thepodpro.com/apply Follow Grayson https://www.instagram.com/graysonjonhart/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 Why you should live from your heart 06:00 The less you chase the more you receive 08:00 The material world rules people 12:00 Profound life lessons from playing professional rugby 20:00 Leaving space for magic 28:00 Grayson’s view on having multiple lifetimes 34:00 The impact parents have on our relationships 40:00 Defining success in life and relationships 52:00 How is heartbreak a blessing? 01:02:00 Easy times create weak men… 01:06:00 Being one with it all 01:15:30 A crazy experience in Venice Beach 01:21:00 The line between settling and always wanting more 01:27:00 My relationship to the Holy Trinity and God 01:38:00 The one main takeaway from this episode Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to another episode. Today's is a solo pod. Enjoy Apply to work with me to build your podcast and personal brand: https://thepodpro.com/apply Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Savanna Faith Stone returns to The Pocket. Savanna is a good friend of mine and has absolutely blown up all over the internet for her traditional views on marriage, relationships and masculine & feminine dynamics. We shot this in the living room of a 1950’s traditional home. Seems fitting right? Should we go back to the good old days? Follow Savanna: https://www.instagram.com/savannafaithstone/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Apply to work with Chris: https://thepodpro.com/apply Chapters: 00:00 Why beauty is ruined now… 07:10 Has debating changed Savanna’s beliefs? 12:30 What is the goal with the message you’re sharing? 18:00 The challenge women are facing right now 25:30 Where God plays a role in Savanna’s marriage  31:40 The Performative Christian  41:20 Does God forgive everyone or can you take it too far? 46:00 The negative impact of speaking your truth 52:00 Why liberals have blue hair… 57:00 Liberal men are lacking testosterone  59:40 Difference between creation and consumption 01:06:00 What women actually want Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One of the most powerful lessons I've learned. It's responsible for me being in the position I'm in today, being able to impact millions of lives around the world and live out my dream. Apply to work with me: www.thepodpro.com/apply Follow me on IG: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Josh Goldy joins me on The Pocket today. We dive deep on toxic positivity, the problem with the flashy life and how people are chasing dopamine in the wrong areas, Josh opens up about his challenges and traumas and much more more. Work with josh directly: https://www.joshgoldyfitness.com/ Follow Josh: https://www.instagram.com/_josh.goldy_/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A deep dive on the most important call you can possibly answer. Possibly one of the most universal messages for anyone at any stage of their journey. Drop a comment below with your thoughts on this episode! Love you all, Chris Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A deep dive on life with two guys in their early 20’s as the sun sets in Malibu. Follow Elliot: https://www.instagram.com/elliotbewick/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Work with Chris to build your podcast and personal brand: https://thepodcastjungle.com/apply A sneak peak on what we spoke about: Chapters: 00:00 What keeps young people stuck 07:00 Taking things to the extreme to hear the message 11:00 What drives you: the carrot or the stick? 16:00 Waking up at 4am 21:00 Keep death close 26:00 Listen to what you really want… 30:00 Giving is selfish 36:00 Chris Williamson & Steven Bartlett Controversy 43:00 Horrifying statistics around depopulation 53:00 Believing in God. 01:02:00 Taking philosophy too far 01:13:00 Extreme self assessment  01:26:00 Performative Christians Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alfie returns for the 3rd time. We deep dive on his optimism on a future with AI. It’s been interesting seeing the transition in Alfie’s state as he advances into massive success. He’s made millions of dollars but the money isn’t the goal. It’s not the thing that defines him.  This version of Alfie was a different lens to the last two times I’ve chatted with him on The Pocket. Enjoy this beautiful set on the rocks in Bondi Beach as the sun rises. Follow Alfie: https://www.instagram.com/alfiegetshard/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 The future of AI and losing jobs 03:40 Will AI unlock more passion in our life? 06:30 What travel made Alfie realize 11:30 What most founders are running away from 14:30 Bree sat Alfie down and said… 19:00 The problem with content & social media… 26:00 How you stand out on social media 35:00 What discourages us most? 41:00 Sacrifice & desire 46:00 The problem with education systems 49:00 A profound mindset change 58:30 Are we reaching the end of in person experiences? 01:08:30 The problem with climbing the mountain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I deep dived on happiness today. It was profound. We came up with some cool stuff. Enjoy. Chapters: 00:00 Happiness tied to progression 02:50 The number 1 key to happiness 05:26 Does money bring you happiness? 09:00 Does isolation and solitude bring you happiness? 14:10 The problem with expectations 18:30 A profound lesson from Iman Gadzhi 21:00 An apology to my future wife 23:30 Mind blowing realization about happiness 31:00 Where does stress come from? 35:00 Can you access presence when you’re alone?   37:50 What strips away your happiness? Follow Chris on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Work with Chris to build your podcast & personal brand: https://thepodcastjungle.com/apply Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Michael Smoak (Higherup Wellness) returns again for the third time on The Pocket. A crowd favourite (including myself). We dove deep while hitting a gym session. Follow Michael: https://www.instagram.com/higherupwellness/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Listen to the last podcast we recorded together: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7lNht10A4EeX5Qr7FvKmpP?si=98b93cb00c5c47bd Chapters: 00:03:10 Getting judged online 00:06:45 Why most men never change 00:14:30 Copycat culture and fake masculinity 00:18:15 One year since my dad died 00:22:50 A poem about being human 00:24:20 How grief actually works 00:30:45 Pain is how men are forged 00:32:50 Becoming proud of who you are 00:37:40 Asking Tony Robbins 00:41:45 Becoming undeniable 00:50:15 Trusting yourself without prep 00:54:30 Killing the old identity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comment your best takeaway from the conversation to be flown out to spend a day on Simon’s Lamborghini yacht! (More info at the end of the episode) Today I sit down with my good friend Simon Beard on his Lamborghini boat to talk about something most people never prepare for: What actually happens after you win. Simon is one of Australia’s most successful entrepreneurs, best known as the co-founder of Culture Kings and for building one of the most iconic retail brands in the country.  We talk about emotional control, ego, pressure, decision making, building a strong marriage, and what it really takes to build a life that doesn’t fall apart once you achieve your dreams. Key Discussion Points Why emotional control matters more than intelligence The most dangerous moment in any successful career How ego quietly destroys great businesses The decisions that can’t be undone Building a successful marriage The challenges of raising kids with extreme wealth Follow Simon: https://www.instagram.com/simonbeard/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 20:00 Ego getting in the way 30:00 The expensive champagne doesn’t taste better 42:00 Underdogs can crush Goliaths in 2026 53:00 Challenges raising family with wealth 1:10:00 Lessons from Tony Robins on building a strong marriage Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David is one of my good brothers. He inspires me massively in so many facets of life. It was a pleasure to spend a few days with him and his family. This was recorded on the last day together. We barely scratched the surface in this of the wisdom that David has. If you are wanting to understand more about religion, spirituality, and lifestyle quest for meaning, this episode is for you. Key Discussion Points Why David left corporate life to search for meaning His global spiritual journey through Israel, Egypt and the Dead Sea How ancient wisdom and modern physics point to the same truth Why silence, nature and presence change how you experience life What he discovered about purpose, connection and peace ANDDD MUCH MORE. Follow David and the Manna Brand: https://www.instagram.com/mannavitality/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 Why David walked away from corporate life 06:30 The inner spark that pushed him to question everything 12:15 Discovering books that changed his view of reality 18:40 Following intuition instead of having a plan 24:55 Traveling to sacred places in search of truth 31:20 The hidden history of Jesus and Mary Magdalene 38:10 How ancient wisdom became modern religion 44:45 Why separation is the root of human suffering 51:10 Understanding consciousness through physics 57:35 Being called to the Dead Sea 01:04:00 Living in the desert with no money or certainty 01:10:40 Learning to trust life instead of controlling it 01:17:25 Building Mana from spiritual and scientific discovery 01:23:50 How nature, silence and presence create peace 01:30:30 What David believes is the true meaning of life Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The most unorthodox approach to achieve success in 2026. I've been sprinting for the last 7 years and one moment a couple months ago rocked me. It made me look within and re-think my approach. So here we are.  Happy New Year all, enjoy! Chris x Follow me here:  https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Apply to work with me to build your podcast and personal brand: https://thepodcastjungle.com/apply Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s episode is with reality TV star, Garret Miller from Siesta Key. Garret opens up about things he has never shared publicly before. His challenges with Mental Health, anxiety and the silent battle he faced from being on reality tv. Follow Garret: https://www.instagram.com/gbaby00/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Danny Morel joins me on The Pocket! This conversation goes deep into emotional wounds, fear, commitment, masculine and feminine energy, and how childhood experiences shape the way men show up in relationships. We talk about why men avoid vulnerability, how chasing success can be a form of avoidance, and what it actually takes to experience real intimacy and freedom in love. This one is confronting, honest, and powerful. Key Discussion Points Why men are emotionally disconnected How childhood wounds shape adult relationships Fear, commitment, and avoidance in men The difference between boy energy and man energy What real intimacy and love actually require Order Danny’s book: https://awakenbook.com/ Learn more from Danny: https://link.me/dannymorel Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 Why men are emotionally behind 03:10 Masculine vs feminine energy explained 07:40 Unconscious fathers and emotional suppression 12:50 Pain as the trigger for awakening 18:30 Childhood wounds and relationship patterns 23:40 Victim consciousness vs creator consciousness 28:20 Real intimacy and telling the truth 33:10 Men, commitment, and fear of freedom 37:55 The phases of love and why couples get stuck 43:20 Why dependency is not love 48:10 Knowing when it is right to commit 52:40 Awareness, healing, and transformation 57:15 Fear, courage, and emotional growth 01:01:20 Enlightenment and living without fear Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today's episode is with Miki Agrawal.  Miki was so amazing. She is the founder of Hiro Diapers, Tushy and Thinx, to name a few. A leader in women's business and an inspiring, passionate voice. I loved this. Find out how the most Taboo ideas, make the most amount of money, how women can succeed in business (and if that should be the goal), learn what soft power is, and much much more. Follow Miki: https://www.instagram.com/mikiagrawal/ Buy Hiro Diapers: https://www.instagram.com/hirodiapers/ Learn more about working with Miki: https://linktr.ee/mikiagrawal Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Big claim: one of my favourite episodes of the year. Michael Smoak (@higherupwellness) returns to the show.  If you liked the first time Mike came on, you wont be disappointed with this one. Completely different conversation, yet an absolute banger. Something about the synergy we have together is one I’m beyond blessed about. This episode was all about relationships, love, overcoming hardship, the battles that a man has and so much more. Follow Michael: https://www.instagram.com/higherupwellness/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 A man’s biggest challenge 11:00 An explanation of a mans biology 16:00 Defining lust 20:00 What a man and women need to be intimate 29:00 Difference between confidence and ego 35:00 The difficulty of submission when you’re winning 39:00 Inaction is selfish 44:00 The new drug 53:00 Why your body is screaming at you 59:30 Impacts of suppressed emotions 1:06:00 The key to deep connection 1:14:00 Zooming out the time horizon 1:30:00 The gap between you and happiness 1:35:00 Why do we keep suffering on purpose? 1:38:20 Imposter syndrome  1:45:00 Losing someone you gave your all to… Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we break down why most people don’t have a sleep problem at all… They have a stress problem, a purpose problem, or a life-awareness problem. Todd Anderson is one of the sharpest voices in the world of sleep, human psychology, and high performance. He’s worked with elite athletes, Fortune 500 teams, and high performers who want to feel better, think clearer, and stop sabotaging themselves. Key Discussion Points: Why most sleep problems are actually stress and life-awareness problems The fear of losing momentum and the psychological cost of high performance Presence, flow state, and how elite performers access their best self Childhood patterns, identity, and the hidden roots of adult stress How to fix your relationship with sleep without becoming obsessive or rigid Follow Todd: https://www.instagram.com/toddanderson42_/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Try Dream Recovery and use code GRIFFIN: https://dreamrecovery.io/ Chapters: 00:00 Why sleep really matters 03:02 The culture shift around sleep 06:18 Morning routines vs efficiency 09:41 Stress disguised as sleep problems 12:28 How life stress stacks silently 15:17 Fear of losing momentum 18:49 Childhood wiring and identity 21:47 Todd’s upbringing and purpose 24:43 Overcoming insecurity 27:36 Why most people never start 31:05 Highs, lows, and perspective 36:42 When optimization becomes harmful 41:20 Presence and flow state 47:50 Why people feel worse than they think 53:40 How Dream Recovery began 58:55 Presence as the real superpower 01:09:26 New recovery tech 01:11:10 Final reflections Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today’s episode is with Chris Petkas, former Navy Seal turned VC investor. It was a powerful conversation around grit, determination and the willingness to fail. Chris’ marriage with Codie Sanchez inspires me, Chris’ well rounded success inspires me and Chris’ calm nature inspires me. I loved this conversation. We also recorded this in a horse stable just out of Austin with 5 real horses behind us. Key Discussion Points: Why calm men are often the most dangerous How military training builds composure under chaos Naivety as a superpower when starting hard things The biggest risk in life: choosing who you marry Jiu-jitsu, humility, and learning through losing Patriotism, perspective, and seeing the world Australia’s tall-poppy mindset vs America Follow Chris Petkas: https://www.instagram.com/chrispetkas/ Follow Chris Griffin: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 Why Calm Men Are the Most Dangerous 05:20 Military Recruitment 10:40 Naivety, Risk and Starting Before You’re Ready 15:55 Failure, Ego and Learning Through Pain 21:00 Suffering in Training vs Real Combat 26:15 Leaving the Military and Entering Business 30:30 The Competence Ladder 33:45 Long Distance Love 36:50 Choosing a Partner is your biggest risk 39:40 Building Marriage and Business Together 46:30 The Loneliness Myth 49:40 Patriotism, Perspective and Seeing the World 53:50 Australia vs America: Ambition and Tall Poppy Culture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcoming Sage Bender to The Pocket. We dove deep, shared untold stories and revisited places he hasn't been in a while, sharing stories that have shaped him into the man he is today. Also, enjoy the horses in the background. We recorded this in a horse stable just outside of Austin.  Follow Sage: https://www.instagram.com/sxgebender/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 0:00 Why friends make or break you 3:00 Growing up with the wrong influences 5:00 Getting caught in the wrong crowd 7:00 How Sage met the Austin boys 9:00 Stop chasing people, build yourself 11:00 Leaving his old life behind 13:00 Masculinity, integrity, intention 15:00 Vulnerability and humility 17:00 Fighting, presence, and peace 20:00 Confidence vs ego 23:00 Weak identities and fragile men 26:00 Why jiu-jitsu humbles everyone 29:00 Community, discipline, and respect 32:00 Rock bottom and drug use 36:00 Losing a friend and the wake-up call 40:00 Moving cities and outgrowing people 45:00 Faith, rebellion, and rebuilding belief 50:00 Sage on responsibility and self-awareness 55:00 Becoming the man you want to be Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I chat with Adam Lamb, an entrepreneur, investor, and business advisor who’s built and sold multiple companies in healthcare, finance, and consulting.  We dive into what it really means to be “too dumb to quit,” unpacking the role of stubbornness, fear, and confidence in success. Adam opens up about his rough upbringing, how his beliefs about money and success evolved, and what it’s like raising kids in a completely different world than the one he grew up in. Key Discussion Points: The mindset behind being “too dumb to quit” How stubbornness can either serve or sabotage you Breaking old beliefs about money, worth, and success Navigating ego vs. confidence in leadership and life Raising grounded kids in an abundant world What true intimacy means in marriage and relationships Follow Adam: https://www.instagram.com/adamlamb33/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 Too Dumb To Quit 06:00 Stubbornness explained 12:00 Running for office 18:00 Fear of being seen 24:00 Confidence vs experience 30:00 Vulnerability as strength 36:00 Break the belief walls 42:00 Growing up broke 48:00 The turning point 54:00 Comfort kills growth 01:00:00 Parenting without entitlement 01:06:00 Parenting Sons & daughters differently 01:12:00 True intimacy 01:18:00 Confidence vs ego 01:24:00 Faith and legacy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I sat down with a man that lived with the dictator of Panama’s right hand man… Fascinating to hear what goes behind the scenes regarding global corruption, the relationship between the USA, Panama and China and how what we think is going on, is actually a lie. Key Discussion Points: Living with a dictator’s right-hand man trained by the CIA, Mossad, and Fidel Castro How the U.S. created and then destroyed its own dictator What “evil” really means after you live with it Quitting his job, broke, and sleeping in cars to chase his dream The lessons in conviction, confidence, and courage learned from a killer Follow Cillian: https://www.instagram.com/dunne.cillian/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 – Living with a dictator’s right-hand man 02:10 – Walking on eggshells in a house of secrets 11:00 – The morality question: is killing for a cause still murder? 17:00 – The CIA’s dark partnership with Noriega 23:00 – The mysterious death of Omar Torrijos 25:00 – How the U.S. installed and later removed Noriega 42:00 – Writing with gangs and the Bloods & Crips 47:00 – Panama: a third world country with a golden crown 49:00 – Why the U.S. never took over Panama 50:30 – China, BlackRock, and control of the canal 54:00 – The Japanese plan to bomb the Panama Canal 56:00 – What the U.S. government hides from civilians 59:00 – The cost of power, money, and human self-interest AND MORE. Enjoy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An important discussion with George from TheTinMen about men and the challenges they face daily. We went back and forth, providing differing views, yet both with deep care for the same mission of helping men live lives with more peace, joy and fulfilment. Follow George: https://www.instagram.com/thetinmen/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 0:00 Why George Started The Tin Men 2:00 How Schools Are Failing Boys 4:00 The War on Testosterone and Masculinity 6:00 Why Men Can’t Win Anymore 8:00 The Truth Behind “1 in 3 Men Are Violent” 10:00 How False Statistics Erase Male Victims 14:00 When Abuse Against Men Gets Ignored 18:00 Suicide, Silence, and Losing Hope 22:00 The Hidden Bias in How We See Men 26:00 Redefining What It Means to Be a Man 31:00 The Pressure to Provide and Find Purpose 36:00 Outrageous Headlines About Masculinity in Australia 40:00 When Society Stops Caring About Boys 45:00 Why Therapy and Mental Health Systems Fail Men 51:00 The Fight for Men’s Health and What Needs to Change Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is an important episode. I hope you can feel the passion ring through the microphone. I meant every word I said. If you're in a rut or you don't know what to do with your life, then this episode is for you. Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 00:00 What is the meaning of life? 04:30 The best part about no one believing in you 09:00 You can do whatever you want in your life 14:00 My story when things changed 20:00 The more you learn the less you know 25:00 Take the risk… 29:00 Poem 1: Tunnel Vision 33:00 A profound realisation about greatness 38:30 Poem 2: Are you on the right path? 44:40 Poem 3: Lonely nights 50:00 The quality of connection comes down to this Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A perfect balance between inspiration, motivation and education. An episode for the people struggling to go all in on their dreams. Charlie has lived a million lives, from touring the world with some of the most famous people of our generation, to building multi million dollar companies, to being in a superbowl ad with Lebron James, the list goes on and on and on. This episode with Charlie Rocket was a good one!  Enjoy fam x Follow Charlie: https://www.instagram.com/charlie/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 0:00 What it means to be a delusional optimist 3:00 The imagination behind success 5:40 Seeing the impossible before it’s real 8:00 Speaking your dreams into existence 10:30 The goldfish story that changed his brain 13:00 Training your mind to dream bigger 17:00 Turning pain into gratitude 20:30 Losing his scholarship and needing a miracle 24:00 His mom’s life-changing advice 28:00 Getting fired and learning to serve others 31:30 Why negativity is an addiction 35:30 The contagious energy of winners 39:30 When no one believes in you 48:30 How he manifested his Nike commercial 59:30 The truth about unrealistic dreams 1:09:00 Living proof that delusion creates destiny Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode with Marshal Crews has to be one of my favourite productions to date. We shot this in the Malibu mountains at sunset. It was gorgeous. Marsh has such a wild and inspiring story. I could go on to explain it in this caption but youre just going to have to tune in. From being adopted, to crashing a car and losing his mom from it, to building a multi-million dollar business, the list goes on. Very cool guy and a very cool conversation. Follow Marshal: https://www.instagram.com/marshalcrews/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 0:00 Importance of creativity 6:10 Dropping out of college 9:00 Growing up homeschooled and emotionally cut off 11:50 The anger that controlled his childhood 14:10 Living with reactive attachment disorder 17:40 Losing my mom… 24:30 Getting kicked out of home 27:40 How losing everything reshaped his faith 31:00 Why Marsh believes God builds men through pain 35:00 Victim mindset 38:50 How he rebuilt his life 43:00 Building a multi-million-dollar brand 48:00 Teaching creatives to build with purpose, not profit 54:00 The dark room between every man and his dream Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back! Today’s episode is with Erwin McManus. This was a special conversation. I loved it. Erwin is a Pastor, an Author, a Family man and a super successful Entrepreneur. I could speak with Erwin for 8 hours straight. His energy is contagious. Enjoy. Do Erwin’s 7 Frequencies test: https://shop.erwinmcmanus.com/products/the-seven-frequencies-of-communication-assessment Follow Erwin: https://www.instagram.com/erwinmcmanus/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Please leave The Pocket a 5 star review on Spotify and Subscribe on Youtube if you enjoyed this episode. Chapters 0:00 Why Australia fears greatness 6:10 The ceiling that kills leadership 11:55 Chris’s challenger frequency revealed 17:40 When drive turns into manipulation 23:25 The shadow that controls you 29:10 Love is the way out 34:55 The danger of transactional relationships 40:40 Why uncertainty gives life meaning 46:25 How wonder keeps you alive 52:10 Finding beauty in faith and science 57:55 The proof of life through love 1:03:40 The genius of Jesus 1:09:25 Are we all quantumly connected 1:15:10 The power of words 1:21:55 Living fully alive in light, not shadow 1:28:30 Proof that Jesus is real through essence 1:36:00 The impact Charlie Kirks death had on the world Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We sit down with Darin Olien today. Was a very special episode. Darin is a master in longevity and utilising earths magic and how tapping into it will unlock a life filled with health, wealth and fulfilment. Follow Darin: https://www.instagram.com/darinolien/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 3:00 The System That Profits From Sickness 6:10 Why We’ve Lost Ownership Of Our Health 9:15 How Media Hijacks Our Stress Response 12:40 Curiosity: The Superpower They Don’t Teach You 15:20 The Hidden System Controlling Your Body 18:10 Erased From Medicine By Design 21:40 Should You Use THC? 29:00 Losing His Father and Finding Purpose 38:00 The Voice of the Soul 42:30 Silence Creates Clarity 47:10 Staying Grounded While Building Success 51:00 A Distracted World 56:00 How To Build Real Community Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Noah Rolette from Raw Dawg returns to the show. 1 year later, a whole lot a life lived in that year… Many challenges and blessings that Noah states has made it the hardest year of his life. We dove deep into how he got his ex girlfriend pregnant and they’re co-parenting the baby, his transitions in business and what has set his career to the next level, his drives, the future of RAWDAWG (if any), and so much more. Follow Noah: https://www.instagram.com/noah.rolette/ Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/morechrisgriffin/ Chapters: 0:00 The return of Noah Rolette 3:00 The night she called - “I’m pregnant.” 7:30 Trying to make the relationship work 9:40 Why he refuses daycare and wants his son raised at home 12:00 Breaking generational patterns with his dad 15:00 The rise and fall of RawDawg and catching the running wave 21:00 How he learned to detach from everything - even success 29:00 The moment everything flipped 33:00 Running a business with best friends 38:00 How money changed his mindset 44:00 What couples therapy taught him about communication 51:00 Fatherhood, perspective, and the next chapter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices