PODCAST · health
The Turning Point Podcast
by Men's Health Australia
Our lives are defined by the way we handle the big moments. How you react when the pressure's on or when you're faced with an obstacle, plays a big part in determining your success. Here, we chat with men from all walks of life who've confronted challenges and met adversity head on, digging into how these pivotal moments shaped the men they've become. Plug in, kick back and enjoy the ride. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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Dr Zac Seidler on relationship breakdown, dating apps and the competing influences on Aussie men
In this special episode of The Turning Point podcast, clinical psychologist and global director of men's health research at Movember, Dr Zac Seidler, discusses why the end of a relationship affects men so adversely and why dating apps are skewed against men. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...
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Usain Bolt on world records, mindset and an unparalleled legacy
In this week's episode of The Turning Point podcast, eight-time Olympic gold medallist Usain Bolt reveals what goes into breaking world records, shares his views on the new sprint king, Noah Lyles, and tells us what it’s like to be the undisputed GOAT of the track. Hosted on Acast. See...
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Andy Allen on going from sparky to MasterChef Australia winner and judge
In this week's episode of The Turning Point podcast, Andy Allen recalls how he went from sparky to winner of Australia’s biggest cooking show, explains how his love of basketball has informed his career journey and reveals how fitness and diet help him manage the pressures of life in the…
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Ed Kavalee on being a funny fit guy
In this week's episode of The Turning Point podcast, comedian and broadcaster Ed Kavalee discusses what it's like to be a former Men's Health cover guy, recalls how he managed to marry a Gladiator and dispels the myth that fit guys can't be funny. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...
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Lachy Rowston on battling bigorexia and the business of training billionaires
In this week's episode of The Turning Point podcast, Lachy Rowston, owner of Lockeroom Gym and founder of the Mind Muscle Project podcast, details his battle with bigorexia as a teenager, looks back on his first CrossFit workout and explains how he got into the business of training billionaires...
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Sam Wood on his personal training journey and what it's like to meet your wife on reality TV
On this episode of The Turning Point podcast, Sam Wood reflects on how the death of his mother at 15 impacted his childhood, discusses his unique path into personal training and reveals how saying yes to The Bachelor Australia changed his life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...
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Musician John Butler on going from busker to pop star and how his new album helped him heal from personal grief
On this week’s episode of The Turning Point podcast, musician John Butler recalls how he went from busking to selling out arenas and explains how his new album, ‘Running River’, helped him heal from personal grief. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Actor Jai Courtney on bulking and shredding for movie roles and navigating a career in Hollywood
On this episode of The Turning Point podcast actor and host of The Summit, Jai Courtney, reveals what it's like to work with Tom Cruise and details the process and mindset required to build up and shred down for movie roles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Actor Travis Jeffery on getting in shape for Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes
In this episode of The Turning Point podcast Travis Jeffery talks about his path into acting, what it was like to work with Angelina Jolie and details how he transformed his body to get in shape for Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Osher Günsberg reflects on his journey to sobriety, his battle with OCD, importance of exercise in managing mental health.
In this episode of The Turning Point podcast Osher Günsberg reflects on his journey to sobriety, details his battle with obsessive compulsive disorder and explains the importance of exercise in managing his mental health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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David Robson: On How Your Expectations Can Shape Your Life
Do you expect a lot of yourself, your partner, your future and your life? According to a growing body of scientific research, you should. In today’s episode acclaimed science journalist David Robson, author of The Expectation Effect: How Your Mindset Can Transform Your Life, explains why positive...
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The Stafford Brothers: On Finding Balance With A Work Hard, Play Hard Attitude To Life
Aussie DJ duo The Stafford Brothers are known for their high-energy performances and pounding dance floor beats. In today’s episode the brothers, Chris and Matt, look back on their childhood and early career, revealing the choices they had to make between sport and music, as well as detailing how...
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Pete Murray: On Carving A Career From Passion . . . and a Killer Body at 53
As he celebrates 20 years in the recording industry this month, music legend Pete Murray aims to write songs that endure. And that’s the same approach he takes to his body, which he recently transformed via a lifestyle shake-up and a 12-week transformation program with trainers Chief Brabon and...
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Ash Perrow: On What It’s Like To Have A Near-Death Experience
What happens when you die? It’s a question all of us ask ourselves at some point. But what if I was to tell you there are people who’ve died and come back who believe they know the answer. For those who’ve had a near-death experience, life is often never the same again. More importantly, they no...
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Adam Waterson: On What It’s Really Like To Be A Trainer On A Pro Sports Team
Since 2018, Adam Waterson has been the strength and conditioning coach for the LA Galaxy. As Waterson, who’s a Herbalife nutritional advisor, explains to us in today’s chat, it’s his job to make sure some of the best footballers on the planet are in optimum physical shape before they run out on…
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Mick Fanning: On surfing, Balter & life post retirement
Mick Fanning always has a lot going on in his life. Since retiring from pro-surfing the three time world champion winner has done a lot. From launching and selling brewery Balter, to getting engaged and expecting his first child, and now, to working towards the conservation of sharks after that...
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Ash Bradnam: On radio, running marathons & overcoming addiction
Today we are joined by a bloke who has worked in radio for 25 years, but for most of that time hid a dark secret. For any of our listeners in Queensland, chances are you’ll know Ash Bradnam. He’s one of the hosts of the Nova Brekky radio show - Ash, Kip, Luttsy and Susie O’Neill, dad of three…
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Dylan Garft: On juggling fatherhood, a thriving business & a budding running career
On the show today we’re joined by one-half of the fellas behind Sipp Coffee, Dylan Garft. Dylan was born and raised in Byron Bay and grew up going to protests. This formed his strong beliefs about sustainability and led to his business model for Sipp - a business he formed with his best mate Luke...
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Mitchell Orval: On Angry Dad, sobriety & his new motivation
If you’ve ever come across a video of a dad losing their shit on YouTube, chances are it’s because of Mitchell Orval. Mitch is the man behind viral sensation Angry Dad. A YouTube channel that pretty much takes the piss out of his dad who gets angry a lot. He’s also an influencer, soon-to-be dad...
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Luke Zocchi: From Sparky to Celebrity Trainer
On today's episode, we’re joined by the man behind some of Australia’s best bodies - Luke Zocchi. Luke, or Zoc as his mates call him, is the co-founder of Sipp coffee and the sculptor of Chris Hemsworth’s body in Thor. He’s released a cookbook, been a Men’s Health cover-star, and joins us now to...
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Cameron Daddo: On marriage, mental health & getting emotionally fit
On the show today we’re joined by a bloke who has experienced profound shifts in his perspectives of what strength means to him. Cameron Daddo was a teenager when he made his TV debut. And almost 30 years on he’s still one of Australia’s most well respected actors, having recently joined the cast...
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A new season is coming on April 3...
Lincoln and Scott are back for Season 2 of Men's Health Australia's Strength Sessions. The new season will be released on the 3rd of April. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Trent Maxwell: Coping with unimaginable stress & maintaining a positive mindset
Trent Maxwell or ‘Lifeguard Maxi’, as he is more commonly known, is the youngest ever Professional Lifeguard to work at Australia’s world-famous Bondi Beach. Maxi started lifeguarding at Bondi over 11 years ago as a 16-year-old trainee and his inspiring Lifeguard career has been well documented…
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Lincoln Lewis: On mental and physical transformations
From the outside, Lincoln Lewis looked to be living a charmed life. He had blazed his own path as an actor, winning a Logie Award in 2008 for his work on Home and Away. More recently, however, as new roles proved elusive and dark moods descended, the 31-year-old began to feel as though the…
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Todd Liubinskas: The MH fitness director talks finding strength in community
If you haven’t heard of Todd Liubinskas yet, take a knee: he’ll be a household name in no time. Coach, business owner, charity operator and MH fitness director, Liubinskas is a force to be reckoned with. You wouldn’t expect a bloke with Liubinskas’s credentials to be a paragon of selflessness and...
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Nathan Charles: Redefining possible, playing professional contact sport with cystic fibrosis
What if the simple act of greeting a mate or congratulating an opposing player on the sporting field had the potential to threaten everything you’ve ever held dear? So it was for Nathan Charles, the only person with cystic fibrosis ever to play a contact sport at an elite level. His whole life…
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Mark Wahlberg: The dedication needed to be the best
WARNING - POOR AUDIO “I’m very precious with my time, which is why I’m so disciplined,” says Wahlberg, who’s surprisingly softly spoken. “I try to inspire people that there is enough time in the day to accomplish all of your goals and find that great balance.” We all have the same 24 hours in…
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Sam Webb: Changing the culture surrounding mental health
Actor, Survivor fan-favourite, and founder of mental health charity Livin', Sam Webb has created a movement that is actively (and successfully) changing the culture of modern masculinity and strength. And he's saving 1000's of lives in the process. If you or someone you know is having one of…
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Chris Hemsworth: Finding strength in a post-Endgame world
Since appearing on our cover just six short months ago, actor, TAG Heuer ambassador, and Centr founder Chris Hemsworth hasn’t exactly been idle. He’s released his own health and fitness app, starred in the biggest movie of all time and rebooted another beloved ’90s franchise. So, what’s a man to…
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Strength Sessions, Season 1
What drives people to grow, to transform, to reinvent themselves? Two blokes, who through Men’s Health have become familiar with unlikely sources of strength, talk with guests who have experienced profound shifts in perspective, strength and well-being, either physically, mentally or emotionally....
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Our lives are defined by the way we handle the big moments. How you react when the pressure's on or when you're faced with an obstacle, plays a big part in determining your success. Here, we chat with men from all walks of life who've confronted challenges and met adversity head on, digging into how these pivotal moments shaped the men they've become. Plug in, kick back and enjoy the ride.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Men's Health Australia
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Our lives are defined by the way we handle the big moments. How you react when the pressure's on or when you're faced with an obstacle, plays a big part in determining your success. Here, we chat with men from all walks of life who've confronted challenges and met adversity head on, digging into...
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