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INTERVIEW: How Nick turned his horrifying trauma into a lifeline

EPISODE · Apr 8, 2026 · 25 MIN

INTERVIEW: How Nick turned his horrifying trauma into a lifeline

from Hack · host Australian Broadcasting Corporation

When Nick Irving was 15, he experienced a trauma that changed his life forever.His brother Jack died in his arms after a tragic accident, pushing Nick into a spiral that saw him turn to crime.But Nick managed to turn things around, and now runs a Gen Z mental health organisation that's providing support "by boys, for boys".In this chat, Nick opens up about how he managed to get back on the right path, and what he thinks is the key to helping many boys and young men to feel connected and understood.If you or anyone you know needs support help is available, call Lifeline on 13 11 14.Guest: Nick Irving, Headstart Australia founder and mental health advocateGet the whole story from Hack:Follow us on Instagram and TikTokSubscribe to the hack podcastListen on the triple j app or on your radio live every weeknight at 5:30pm

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