Mind This Space with Jack Millar

Do you ever struggle expressing yourself? What about understanding yourself and all the strange little things you do? In either case, Professor Jen Martin is someone you need to hear from. She's a science communicator - someone extremely skilled and knowledgeable when it comes to explaining big ideas in ways that are easy to understand - which is something she's done expertly in her latest book "Why Am I Like This? The Science Behind Your Weirdest Thoughts and Habits". Hear more from Professor Martin here!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This might just be a conversation on ANZAC day like you've never heard before. Drawing on his own military life and the lessons it gave him, along with his continuing work with veterans, Heston shows how ANZAC day connects us all to purpose, values and tradition. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If someone you knew was developing some problematic thinking around their body, or food, or exercise, could you tell? What about if YOU were, even?  Danni Rowlands, head of prevention from the Butterfly Foundation is here to share with us how the reality of body image issues and disordered eating might be different to the stereotypes you have in mind - and understanding that might be key to truly maintaining good physical and mental health.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is one mother of a parenting conversation with Maggie Dent - one of the most prolific and passionate parenting educators there is. By the end, you'll know the power of attunement and attachment, how you can reframe even the toughest parenting moments to become a source of joy and, thanks to neuroscience, never look at a supermarket meltdown the same way again. It's mind-blowing info for parents, soon to be parents or just anyone who loves to better know how we tick. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Luke McLeod wants you to love meditating as much as he does. He genuinely thinks it can improve every single aspect of your life. In this podcast, Luke tells us all about the benefits he's seen mindfulness bestow, practices for both doubtful beginners and those with a bit of experience, the three different types of meditations he teaches, and how his own path to become a meditation guide started with a simple bit of serendipity around his own name... Find more about Luke here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former Ironwoman Bonnie Hancock currently holds the world record for the fastest paddle of a surf ski around the Australian coastline - 12,700km in just under 9 months straight - being pursued all the while by sharks, crocodiles and all kinds inclement weather conditions. In the process she raised $65,000 for the mental health charity Gotcha 4 Life, which she continues to advocate for today.But while her years of training and thorough preparation certainly helped Bonnie achieve this feat, the real X-factor was something else, something shared with her crew... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Russell Manser can tell you a lot about what goes on in prison. As a convicted bank robber, he spent 23 years in and out of various institutions in Australia, dealing with bullying guards, inmate politics and sexual assault. But he can also tell you even more about what happens afterward: about the importance of finding purpose and gratitude, of seeing the good in others and in what rehabilitation really means. And it's all a must-hear. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Art Simone is a national icon and treasure, the queen of Geelong and obviously, she slays. In this episode Art talks about her journey to drag, her thoughts on political challenges both at home and abroad, and the importance of community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the third and final part of our focus on addiction and for this episode we are turning to the research, brought to us by one of Australia's foremost experts in addiction, drug treatment and mental health - Professor Dan Lubman. Professor Lubman answers the big and pressing questions: what is addiction, why do we end up with addiction issues, who is more vulnerable, what can we do to help, and importantly, why the way we should think about addiction has a lot to do with the way we currently think about mental health in general... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the second of our three part series of episodes focusing on addiction. Jon Owen, pastor of Sydney's Wayside Chapel, has spent his whole opening doors and hearts to those most in need - particularly those in the grips of homelessness and substance issues.It's a mission fueled by near unending passion and guided by simple yet powerful philosophies: love over hate, no 'us and them' and that no one is a problem to be solved.Hear the insights he has gained about community, addiction, the real ways to help others and how to keep your own cup full while you do it.Find more from Jon Owen at @waysidepastor and at the Wayside Chapel WebsiteSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the first of three episodes focusing on substance abuse, particularly in young adults. Matt Colwell aka 360 is arguably one of our most celebrated home grown rappers. 60 has also battled his addictions, and today is a champion of recovery and the benefits of openness and honesty, as you'll hear. He is also a genuinely good human.  Get 360 on Insta @3ree6ixty.  Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800. Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At the age of 22 Brad Guy was celebrating a belated birthday present - a tandem skydive. When Brad and his instructor’s parachute failed to open properly they both plunged 15,000 feet to the ground at 80kmph, and amazingly they survived. A broken spine and torn neck were Brad’s physical scars; severe depression and post-traumatic stress disorder were his unseen scars. Brad's book Freefall is out now, and you can check him out at bradguy.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cam's honest perspective and awareness is refreshing. From a Pro Cricket contract, to nearly losing his life and that of his parents, through to a certain TV show, love, family and growth, in this episode of the podcast Cam shares everything, and then some.  Find more about Cam here - cameronmerchant.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan Moon, aka Mitch Larsson, worked in sales, then practiced law, and in his early forties spent many years working as a highly successful male escort. Dan's tale is fascinating, and as a father he is now developing strategies on how we can prepare ourselves and our children to best navigate the increasingly intricate landscape of relationships and sexuality that we now find ourselves in. Search Be.You.Again. or look for his memoir Time for Her – A Memoir of True Romance which is out now.   No cats were harmed in the recording of this episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After 16 years in the military, where he led elite high performance teams and completed over 100 combat missions with the Special Forces, Heston Russell has stories to tell, and lessons to share.  After battling his demons, and The ABC, Heston is now on a mission to use his experience as a leader and love for country to solve real world problems and empower people to achieve their full potential. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liam Mannix works for The Age and The Sydney Morning Herald as their national science reporter. In 2019 his investigation into the nerve pain drug Lyrica saw him awarded The Eureka Prize, Australia's top science journalism honour, his coverage of COVID-19 saw him awarded the 2020 Walkley Award for print feature writing. He is the author of BACK-UP a best selling investigation into the damage the back pain industry is doing - and the new science that just might offer a solution.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the US to Australia Mike Goldstein is a comic with years of experience in making light of very dark situations. In this episode Mike talks about the trouble with comparison, the importance of maintaining a healthy relationship and how to deal with a heckler...on stage, and in life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jack, Courtney (and Penelope and Finn) take a look back at 2023, look ahead to 2024, and discuss what a wonderful but also challenging time Christmas and the Holidays can be.  Help is available, speak with someone at Lifeline Australia today - 13 11 14See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is all about belonging and discovery. In his 20s Joe Plumb has taken it upon himself to discover and take ownership of his heritage, and from country Australia through to the western gulf of Africa, his journey has been rich, rewarding and a story for the changing face of Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recorded before the news of Tahnee and Ollie breaking up 😔 .....Jack recently appeared on Tahnee Cook’s awesome podcast called Chuffed, and, Tahnee has our logins so has hacked the MTS feed😬🤣…. but it's not often Jack talks about his life and what he’s up to, so we figure we’ll leave this episode of Chuffed in the feed for you, enjoy!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As he says in this episode of the podcast, you have to have a level of mental strength to spin the plates Tim Robards has spun over the past 10 years. A poly-reality TV celebrity, a chiropractor, a hubby, a dad of one (with another one on the way at the time of publishing), an actor, a model and a chap who is genuinely grounded, in this episode Tim explains to Jack the mental and physical tricks he uses to keep his mind focused on the path ahead.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Through his late teens and early 20s Tom Nash lost four limbs. Through his 20s and into his 30s he started a successful entertainment business, became a DJ and hit the stages of the world’s biggest nightclubs and Australia's largest music festivals. At 40 he has stories to share! Tom has a thoroughly brilliant approach to life, a wicked sense of humour, and swears like a mofo. Search for his TED talk, or tap the link here if that works in your podcast app. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gus Worland is a mental fitness advocate, founder of the Gotcha4Life Foundation and a 2024 NSW Australian of the Year Nominee. This stat is terrifying....every year 65,000 Australians attempt to take their own life, and Gus is on a mission to reduce that to zero by helping Australians build their mental fitness, resilience and social connections.  Help is out there.... Search Gotcha4Life in your browser or click here if the link works in your pod app. Beyond Blue are on 1300 22 4636, search Beyond Blue or click this link if it works in your pod app.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hugo Toovey is a two time cancer survivor, mental health advocate, Gotcha4Life ambassador, founder of 25 Stay Alive, Army Captain......and as you'll hear in this chat, he's piss funny. In this episode Hugo openly discusses his brushes with cancer including the life changing surgeries he has recently had to endure, while also managing his career in the army, impending fatherhood, and the highs and lows on his mental health.  Find Hugo on the Insta here - @hugotoovey Link here for Gotcha4Life or search Gotcha4Life if that link didn't work in your app.  Link here for 25 Stay Alive or search 25 Stay Alive if the link gave you drama in your app.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jack Millar is trying to learn a little more. In every episode of this podcast Jack catches up with experts and personalities from the health and well-being space, learning not only about what makes them fascinating and exceptional, but also about their journey, and what we all can learn to help us navigate through this increasingly chaotic experience we call life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.