Shared Minds Podcast

We’re back… yeah we went missing for a minute, but for good reason. In this episode, we break down the next move for Shared Minds and what this new chapter in business actually looks like. It’s a big one.But… in classic us fashion, things don’t exactly stay on track. We somehow end up unpacking the moment Liam found out Santa wasn’t real (and trust me, it happened at a concerningly late age), dive into dodgy car dealership scams, and bounce through a bunch of random, hilarious tangents.

One year ago today we sat down with Osher Gunsberg For any long-time listeners you'll know that Osher was a huge inspiration for why we even started this podcast. We honestly cannot believe it's been 12 months. We were just sitting here reminiscing about this episode, how much we loved making it and how much joy it brought us. It really is one of our all-time favourites. So in the spirit of the anniversary here it is again. If you listened to this one last year trust us it is absolutely worth another listen. And if you're new to the channel and haven't heard this one yet you are in for a treat. Love you.

This week on The Shared Minds Podcast or Under Qualified & Oversharing, We asked our audience to share their biggest controversial takes and hottest topics right now and you didn’t hold back. From uncomfortable truths to bold opinions, this episode dives into the conversations people are often too hesitant to have out loud.We break down your responses, challenge perspectives, and share our own honest takes along the way. No scripts, no filters just real discussions that push boundaries, spark thought, and maybe even shift the way you see things.If you’ve ever had an opinion you felt you couldn’t say… this episode is for you.

We missed a week hope you didn’t miss us too much. Last week got busy and time slipped away, but we’re back and we’ve got something important to share about the future of Shared Minds.If you’ve been feeling like throwing in the towel lately, this episode is for you. We’re here to remind you why you started and why you can’t stop now. Keep Fucking pushing, even when it’s hard.

We are back on the Deep Question Cards pulling powerful prompts that spark honest conversation and big ideas. We explore the one thing we believe holds most people back from their dreams, the obstacles we’d remove if we could redesign the world, and where people really get stuck.Along the way, we unpack the cost of unnecessary wars, the rising petrol prices in Australia, and how bigger systems impact everyday life.

In a world that feels like it’s getting stranger by the day, we decided to sit down and talk about it.In this episode, we step away from the usual format and dive into some of the wild conversations happening around the world right now. From the recent release of “those files” everyone seems to be talking about, to discussions around faith, belief in God, and the idea that there may be something bigger guiding everything and then we explore the strange theory of the giant serpent said to be frozen beneath Antarctica the so-called “world serpent” This episode is very different from what we normally do, but it’s an honest conversation between two mates trying to make sense of a chaotic world.We had a lot of fun recording it and we hope you enjoy listening.

In this episode, we continue our chat with the founder of Saint Juniper Gin Distillery, who stepped into an industry he had zero experience in and built an award-winning gin brand in under 12 months, taking home Spirit of the Year along the way.We dive into what it actually looks like to start from scratch — learning on the fly, making high-pressure decisions, backing your taste, and pushing forward without a safety net. No prior distilling background. No guarantees. Just conviction, long hours, and a willingness to figure it out as he went.This conversation goes beyond business. It’s about self-belief before results, handling doubt when you’re the least experienced person in the room, and committing fully to a vision even when you can’t see the whole path yet.If you’ve ever questioned whether you’re ready, qualified, or capable of taking a big leap, this episode will challenge the way you think about starting.

In this episode, we sit down with the founder of Saint Juniper Gin Distillery, who took a leap of faith into an industry he had never worked in and built an award-winning gin brand from the ground up. Within just 12 months, he won Spirit of the Year.We talk about what it’s really like to start a business without prior experience, how he handled self-doubt and pressure, and the mindset required to keep pushing when you don’t have a proven track record behind you.This conversation is about backing yourself before you feel ready, learning fast, staying persistent, and committing fully to a vision even when the outcome isn’t guaranteed.If you’ve ever questioned whether you’re qualified enough to start something new, this episode will challenge that belief.

In this follow-up episode, we catch up with Cleo Massey to dive deeper into manifestation, intuition, and creating a life that truly aligns with who you are.We share our own most memorable spiritual encounters and explore the moment Cleo finally let go of chasing Hollywood realizing it was never her dream or purpose. From frustration and rejection to clarity and peace, this conversation is about discovering what really lights you up.Cleo also opens up about how she began “passing around the smile” spreading positivity and living intentionally in a way that uplifts herself and those around her.If you’ve ever felt lost chasing someone else’s version of success, this episode is full of guidance, inspiration, and tangible ways to align with your own path.Get your Tickets to Cleo Live Show at ⁠Events and Courses – Pass Around The Smile⁠Expect inspiration, clarity and connection in a feel-good night out. Manifestation doesn’t have to be serious ~ it gets to be fun.

This week we sit down with Cleo Massey from the iconic Australian series H2O Just Add Water and unpack what life was really like growing up on one of the most successful teen shows of its time.Cleo opens up about the pressure of being a child star, the identity struggles that followed, and how brutally competitive and cut throat Hollywood can be behind the scenes. From early fame to the emotional battles no one saw, this is a side of the industry most people never hear about.We also dive into how she rebuilt herself through manifestation and mindset, and how she intentionally created a life aligned with purpose, peace, and belief. If you’ve ever felt lost, doubted yourself, or wondered whether you can truly create your dream life, this conversation will shift something in you.Get your Tickets to Cleo Live Show at ⁠⁠Events and Courses – Pass Around The Smile⁠⁠Expect inspiration, clarity and connection in a feel-good night out. Manifestation doesn’t have to be serious ~ it gets to be fun.

On Underqualified & Oversharing, Liam came down with a severe case of Bali Belly… leading to one of the most funny, embarrassing, and unbelievable hospital visits ever.After hearing it, we threw the question out to you guys: what’s your craziest hospital or injury story?And honestly… the responses were unhinged.From people gluing their eyes shut, to motorbike accidents, to someone who was in the exact same waiting room as Liam, giving us a first-hand retelling of what they witnessed that day.Safe to say… we were in a full sweat from laughing.⚠️ Warning: This episode gets graphic, so maybe don’t chuck it on during lunch.

After surviving some of the most treacherous and unforgiving climbs on the biggest mountains in the world, Ollie now has his sights locked on THE mountain…Everest.But this isn’t just another expedition.Ollie is attempting a world record, becoming the fastest person ever to go sea to summit, meaning no cars, no shortcuts, no electricity, just pure human power, step after brutal step.In this episode, hear what inspired Ollie to walk away from the normal 9 to 5 life, chase the impossible, and take on this challenge in support of an incredibly noble charity cause.This is more than a climb.It’s a mission.To Support Ollie head toohttps://youturn.org.au/how-you-can-help/climbing-for-young-minds/

CEO and founder of Valley Eyewear, Michael Crawley shares the incredible story of how he built one of the world’s biggest sunglasses brands. A journey that started with a passing lie to avoid embarrassment and a small hobby in his garage. What began as an accident turned into a global empire, with Valley now selling hundreds of thousands of dollars’ worth of sunglasses every year across the world.

In this episode of The Shared Minds Podcast, Kirby brings out a deck of Deeper Conversation Cards and they’re packed with absolute gold. The questions open the door to some seriously meaningful, unexpected conversations about life, self-belief, vulnerability, and perspective across all walks of life. It’s a fun, relaxed, easy-to-listen episode of two mates getting deep, quickly (our speciality), letting the conversation flow wherever it needs to go.If you want it a touch shorter, rawer, or with more laughs baked in, say the word and I’ll tweak the flavour.Get your own set on Amazon:https://www.amazon.com.au/BestSelf-Co-Conversation-Relationships-Interactions/dp/B088KSFYM3?th=1&linkCode=ll1&tag=kheck04-22&linkId=96ce51a5601140d1d5324ec1a488cc5a&language=en_AU&ref_=as_li_ss_tl

We sit down with Greg McLean, better known as Greg vs Golf. Once a child golfing prodigy, Greg walked away from the sport at just 18 years old. Fast forward to now and in the space of just 10 days, Greg has set himself an audacious challenge: to become a PGA Pro within the next year.What started as a personal goal has exploded online, with the internet rallying behind him as his journey goes viral. In less than two weeks, Greg has become one of the most talked-about names in the golfing world.This is an incredible story about second chances, bold decisions, and how life can change in the blink of an eye.If you want it shorter, more hype-driven, or more reflective/emotional, say the word and I’ll dial it exactly to the vibe of the show.

We are back after Xmas break, so we opened the phones and asked one simple question: what was your first week back at work like after Christmas?What we got back hilarious and painfully relatable.From workplace resentment and Sunday scaries on steroids, to genuine sadness and “is this really my life?” moments the call-ins did not disappoint.If you’ve ever stared at your alarm after the holidays and questioned every life choice you’ve ever made… this one’s for you.Watch the full video episode on Youtube at:https://youtu.be/Rs0kdud7FkA

Kirby has organised a very special Christmas surprise for everyone, something he’s been trying to share for a long time and has finally decided… you’re all being forced to listen. This episode also marks the completion of our first full year taking The Shared Minds Podcast full-time. We reflect on the highs, the lows, the moments that challenged us, and the parts of the journey we’ll never forget.We talk openly about what this year has meant to us, what we’ve learned along the way, and the moments that reminded us why we started in the first place.To wrap it all up, we’re also sharing that The Shared Minds Podcast will be taking a short break over the New Year period a chance to reset, recharge, and come back even stronger in 2026.Thank you for being part of this journey. This one’s special ❤️

In Part 1, we unpacked what it was really like for Trevor Butler to win Big Brother 2004, take home Australia’s first ever $1,000,000 cash prize, and step out of the house as arguably the most famous person in the country overnight. If you haven’t listened to that episode yet, pause this and go back, because this conversation hits differently once you know what he came from.In Part 2, we go deeper.This episode explores Trevor’s transition from reality TV superstar to respected radio host at 102.9 Hot Tomato, and the uncomfortable, often unseen rebuild that had to happen behind the scenes. We unpack the power of manifesting, belief, and timing, and how Trevor learned that money and fame don’t equal fulfilment unless you have the mindset to hold them.Trevor opens up about losing anonymity, redefining his identity after the spotlight fades, and the life lessons that only come from winning a million dollars, navigating public judgment, and building a career that’s lasted decades instead of moments.This isn’t just about radio.It’s about reinvention, resilience, and learning who you are after the world stops watching.

In this episode, we sit down with a true Gold Coast icon, Trevor Butler (Big Trev) from 102.9 Hot Tomato, the first person in Australian history to win the largest cash prize the country had ever seen 1 Million Dollars. He opens up about what life was really like inside the Big Brother house, the intense audition process, and the moment he stepped back into the real world before social media existed when overnight fame was raw, unfiltered, and impossible to escape.Trevor shares what it felt like to suddenly become the most recognisable person in Australia, how he handled the pressure, the attention, and the identity shift that comes with instant fame and fortune.

We were invited onto one of the Gold Coast’s biggest radio stations 102.9 Hot Tomato for a completely last-minute, spur-of-the-moment guest spot with Moira & Trev, two absolute GC icons.They had no idea what False Memory OCD was, so the convo turned into a raw, honest chat about our story, mental health, and why we started The Shared Minds Podcast. It ended up being a powerful little 10-minute segment that we really wanted to share with you all.So this episode is simply that radio moment, a reminder of why we do what we do.Tune in, have a listen, and enjoy a slice of the Hot Tomato airwaves with us.

This episode is Part Two of a two-part crossover, and everything we’re about to get into builds on what we covered in the last one. So if you haven’t listened to Part One yet, hit pause and go check it out first, otherwise you’re gonna be pretty lost.We bring in your voices. We put the call out earlier in the week, and so many of you opened up about your own journeys from what it’s really like being a stay-at-home parent, to trying to become one, to the sacrifices and steps you’re taking to make it possible. We go through your stories, your realities, and the honest challenges behind chasing a role that looks different for every family.

In this two-part crossover between The Shared Minds Podcast and Underqualified & Oversharing, we dive straight into a convo that had Liam proper fired up. It kicked off after he saw a video claiming every woman should be a stay-at-home mum and for someone who grew up in a single-parent home and watched the financial pressure firsthand, that hit on a whole different level.Part One is us pulling the curtain back on the real stay-at-home parent experience why it sounds like the dream, why so many people desperately wish they could do it, and why the financial world we’re actually living in makes it damn near impossible for most families.And if you want the full thing with all the nuance, rants, and chaos… the full video is now up on YouTube. Go check it out.

Before diving into this absolute chaos, make sure you catch Part 1, because things get wild fast. What started as Time of Death has officially been reborn under the Shared Minds Podcast umbrella as Underqualified and Oversharing, and this episode sets the bar ridiculously high.Liam and I go all in on the absurdities of daily life, drivers who should never be on the road, shocking (and hilarious) petrol station moments, and some of the most irrelevant jobs you’ll ever hear about. Warning: tears of laughter are guaranteed we were barely able to speak from laughing so hard.Hands down the funniest podcast we’ve ever recorded, this episode is the perfect reintroduction to a show that’s outrageous, relatable, and completely unfiltered. Buckle up, because Underqualified and Oversharing is back—and sillier than ever.

We’re back… kind of! This episode sets the bar ridiculously high what started as one of the best Shared Minds Podcast episodes yet has now officially merged with Underqualified and Oversharing. From now on, these will be our “solos,” where we dive into the chaos of life with zero filters.Join us as Liam and I vent about the most ridiculous drivers on the road, uncover shocking (and hilarious) petrol station moments, and ponder the most irrelevant jobs people are actually doing. We were in absolute tears recording this one it’s hands down the funniest episode we’ve ever done.If you want laughs, absurd stories, and some unfiltered chaos, this is the one. Welcome to the new era of Underqualified and Oversharing.Win the BBQ Summer Bundlehttps://www.ourcow.com.au/shared-minds-giveaway?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4CGNhbGxzaXRlAjE1AAGnxSNJFi5SYEPpvRou6mOvIM6koW0H4bu8l7tsBh2S1CyiA97LXx7x0K_9Dgc_aem_pStE7ATre3eZBjxNnWYrzw&brid=lT3_ayhm8O0hUWDWWTMn8w

The boys break down the day that sent Liam into one of his worst OCD flare-ups yet a day where everything that could go wrong did. From spiralling thoughts to old addictions creeping back in, it all collided at once and led to a full mental crash that forced Liam to finally face the habits and behaviours feeding his anxiety and OCD.Liam opens up about the fallout that followed: returning to his doctor, speaking with his therapist, and confronting the patterns he’s been carrying for far too long. Kirby sits beside him the whole way, helping unpack the triggers, the emotions, and the deeper meaning behind the chaos of that day.The boys also dig into the exact techniques and tactics Luke Combs uses to manage his OCD exploring how those tools can be applied when your mind feels completely out of control.It’s honest, heavy, and filled with practical reminders that even the worst days can become turning points.Watch Part One first https://open.spotify.com/episode/63riqYPfRVbfo8vnlMKAve?si=Jq_cnYlVQQ2M9qrKrt_05gFull Video Episode on Youtubehttps://youtu.be/10r_08bYmUs?si=Ijxv1Uo_Nlql-VUCWin the BBQ Summer Bundlehttps://www.ourcow.com.au/shared-minds-giveaway?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4CGNhbGxzaXRlAjE1AAGnxSNJFi5SYEPpvRou6mOvIM6koW0H4bu8l7tsBh2S1CyiA97LXx7x0K_9Dgc_aem_pStE7ATre3eZBjxNnWYrzw&brid=lT3_ayhm8O0hUWDWWTMn8w

the boys dive into something that hits very close to home. After hearing Luke Combs openly speak about his OCD, the timing couldn’t be more intense because Liam is in the middle of one of the toughest OCD flare-ups he’s had in years.The full video episode is now live on YouTube.From now on, every episode on Spotify will be audio-only, with full video versions available exclusively on YouTube.Together, Liam and Kirby break down the hard lessons, the unhelpful habits, and the negative thought spirals that Liam is fighting to change so he can break the cycle and get his compulsions back under control. And as always, Kirby is right there beside him unpacking it, challenging it, and helping make sense of the mental battles most people never see.It’s confronting, honest, and packed with practical one percent shifts that can genuinely help.If you’re navigating anxiety, OCD, or that feeling of losing control in your own mind… this is the episode you need to hear.

In Part 2 we dive into how after being stopped in public and flooded with messages asking how to get through a breakup, the boys decided it was time to do an episode on it. This week, Liam shares the exact tools, mindset shifts, and do’s and don’ts that helped him move on from a 10-year relationship and the lessons he’s learned along the way about healing, identity, and self-worth.And in the middle of all the growth, recognition, and chaos… Liam’s OCD has started to flare again. From being recognized in public to the sensory overload of festivals, he opens up about what it’s really like trying to manage mental health while life starts getting louder.But it’s not just about the breakup. The boys also pull back the curtain on what’s been happening behind the scenes including their brand-new business model helping other companies create, launch, and grow their own podcasts. It’s a huge new chapter for Shared Minds, and they’re finally ready to share it with you.Enter to Win the OUR COW Summer BBQ Packhttps://www.ourcow.com.au/shared-minds-giveaway?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnWWunwQQGC6c3Xy0MOb14pmX0hL2U6jTnCgOuehh56m2gyCNXdf3vJKECT5s_aem_rE8KvZV5v1oTCKagdJ39og&brid=MneeMZvbrKkdCn33wV4RRQ

Breakups can shatter everything you thought you knew about yourself especially when it’s a decade-long relationship. We dive deep into the heartbreak, healing, and hard truths behind Liam’s 10-year breakup.From the nights that felt impossible to the mindset shifts that changed everything, this episode is packed with real strategies, emotional honesty, and the lessons that helped rebuild a broken heart.If you’re going through a breakup, still carrying old pain, or just want to understand what it takes to rise again after losing someone you love this one’s for you.This is Part 1 of our two-part series on breakups — the episode you didn’t know you needed.Enter to Win the OUR COW Summer BBQ Pack https://www.ourcow.com.au/shared-minds-giveaway?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnWWunwQQGC6c3Xy0MOb14pmX0hL2U6jTnCgOuehh56m2gyCNXdf3vJKECT5s_aem_rE8KvZV5v1oTCKagdJ39og&brid=MneeMZvbrKkdCn33wV4RRQ

In Part 2 We dive deep into the mental health challenges farmers face: the stress of relying on unpredictable weather, the pressure of livestock markets, and the constant uncertainty that can affect every part of their lives. Dave and Bianca share how they coped with financial strain, isolation, and despair, and how they turned that struggle into resilience, purpose, and ultimately, a nationwide business that connects farmers directly with Aussie families.Dave and Bianca, the founders of Our Cow, to explore the incredible story behind Australia’s leading grass-fed meat delivery company.

We sit down with Dave and Bianca, the husband-and-wife team behind Our Cow now one of Australia’s biggest online meat delivery companies.But their story didn’t start in success. Just a few years ago, they were barely getting by living off fruit from their farm, watching their animals die through drought, and wondering how they’d survive another season. Out of that desperation came an idea that changed everything: connecting Aussie farmers directly to families across the country through quality, grass-fed meat.From those early struggles to building a thriving national business, this episode dives deep into resilience, risk, and the power of believing in a vision when everything around you is falling apart.https://www.ourcow.com.au/shared-minds-giveaway

At Shared Minds, we’ve always promised to be as vulnerable as possible, and this episode is no different. This is Part 2 of Liams recent OCD attack. Liam opens up about the recent return of his OCD and how one unexpected night out became the trigger that brought it all flooding back.What starts as a light-hearted story quickly turns into an honest conversation about relapse, resilience, and the reality of living with OCD.Even in the heavy moments, we still find time to laugh and keep things real, proving that vulnerability doesn’t have to be gloomy it can be healing.

Liam’s OCD has returned. In this light-hearted but serious episode, we dive into how a night out on the town opened the floodgates for Liam’s OCD. As the aim of our show is to be as vulnerable as possible, we felt the need to share this with everyone, a reminder that you’ll have good days and you’ll have bad days. Just remember, as Tom Hanks said, this too shall pass. Rather than turning it into a gloomy episode, we try to have as much fun as possible to shed some light on the situation.

Cam shares the raw emotions, lessons, and stories behind his incredible journey from years of pressure and near misses to rewriting his training philosophy and finally standing on top of the podium.After 16 years on the Australian swim team and four Olympic campaigns, Cam finally achieved his lifelong dream winning gold. But the road there was anything but easy. After three Olympics without gold, he made the bold decision to abandon everything he’d been taught and create a completely new training approach that only he believed in.This episode was originally uploaded on Thursday the 23rd but Spotify had some syncing problems and a vast majority of our audience didn't get it, so heres the re uploaded version.

Cam McEvoy is one of Australia’s most recognisable names in the Olympic scene. Cam has competed in the last 4 Olympics and has been part of the Australian swim team for the past 16 years. After competing at three Olympic Games and falling short of his dream of winning gold, he decided to go against everything he had learned and been taught his entire life, creating a new training regimen that no one believed in except himself. Listen to how this man, who has been swimming his entire life, rewrote the training manual and ultimately became one of Australia’s best swimmers.

This is an episode where I just trauma dumped, I tore myself open to confront the feelings of guilt, pressure, and identity conflict. I actually recorded this weeks ago and sat on it because I wasn’t sure how it would be received. As you know, we built our platform on relatability and honesty, so here’s me being as honest as possible. Hopefully, there’s somebody out there who’ll listen to this and resonate with what I’m feeling.

In this eye-opening episode of Shared Minds, Join us as we dive deep into the power of focus and mindset because where focus goes, energy flows. When you put your effort and good energy into the right places, life has a funny way of putting you back on the path you’re meant to be on.We uncover some shocking truths from the past four weeks the kind that make you stop, breathe, and rethink what really matters. From unexpected challenges to the day Liam almost quit the podcast, we’ve learned firsthand that most of the things we worry about never actually happen. This one’s for anyone who’s ever been caught up in their own thoughts.

At The Shared Minds Podcast, our goal has always been to be relevant, relatable, and valuable creating honest conversations around mental health, mindset, and the real stuff people go through.In this latest episode, we dive into all the things that never get spoken about on the mic the raw, unfiltered moments behind the scenes that shaped who we are today.And we just want to say a massive thank you to every single one of you for the support we’ve officially hit the top of the Apple Podcast charts! We couldn’t have done it without you legends.

For Kara, losing her father to cancer became the catalyst for something far greater than grief. In this inspiring conversation, Kara shares how she transformed unimaginable loss into purpose, founding Docs Originals as a living legacy to both her dad and the healthcare heroes she once worked alongside.Together, we explore the powerful lessons that come with losing someone close—how to find meaning in pain, honour a loved one’s memory, and channel heartbreak into building a legacy, a movement, and even an empire.This episode is a reminder that even in life’s darkest moments, you can create something that outlasts the pain and changes the world.Get your own scrubs at: https://docsoriginals.com.au/

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Kara, the inspiring founder of Docs Originals, to hear the story behind her game-changing brand. Kara opens up about the intense pressures of life as a nurse, the heartbreaking loss of her father to cancer, and how those experiences pushed her to create a company that’s redefining medical scrubs and shining a light on the importance of self-care.This is an eye-opening conversation filled with raw honesty, resilience, and life lessons that will make you see your own journey differently. Whether you’re in healthcare or simply chasing a purpose-driven life, Kara’s story will leave you motivated and moved.Get your own Scrubs at: docsoriginals.com.au 

You know that moment when you talk about bad stuff for so long it starts to turn into pure anger and frustration? Well, that’s exactly what we’ve got here. The final part of our long-winded four-part series wraps up with a heated conclusion. Kirby, for the first time ever, lets loose about the worst job he’s ever had, and Liam unloads some long-suppressed anger about real estate (we get it, bro, you hate it). One of the pillars of our show is honesty and relatability, and every now and again you just need a good bitching session to get it all out so you can move on with your life.

The Shared Minds Podcast is back with another hilarious episode. We chat about the time we reckon Liam was working for a money-laundering mob, plus the rough lessons that forced both of us to finally grow a backbone and stand up for ourselves which has taught us invaluable life lessons

The boys open up on the struggles nobody ever talks about. Real estate might look like glitz and glamour from the outside, but in reality it’s a corrupt, money-hungry, selfish industry that left them broke and barely surviving. Liam and Kirby continue to reveal the brutal reality of their lives before the show. From being screwed over and lied to by recruiters & bosses, to grinding through terrible jobs. These rock-bottom moments became the foundation for everything Shared Minds is today. This is the raw, unfiltered story of lies, hardship, and how Liam and Kirby turned it all around.

We finally answer two of the questions we get asked the most: how we actually met, and what life was really like before the show. From the terrible jobs where we’d literally break equipment just to get out of work, to barely making enough money to survive, we open up on the kind of struggles nobody sees when they look at where we are now. This is the unfiltered story of financial hardship, rock-bottom moments, and the unlikely path that led us to Shared Minds.

We move beyond Liam’s biggest OCD battle the fear of cheating on his ex and dive into the darker, more absurd corners of his intrusive thoughts. From fears of accidentally harming strangers to unsettling scenarios his mind convinced him were real, this raw conversation shows just how unpredictable and consuming OCD can be.This part of the episode shines a light on the lesser-known, often unspoken side of OCD, proving that intrusive thoughts don’t always make sense, but they carry a very real emotional weight.

Liam opens up about some of his darkest battles with OCD intrusive fears of cheating, kissing strangers, hitting people with his car, and other deep thoughts he has never spoken about on air before.OCD isn’t just one lane it can take millions of shapes, thoughts, and fears that feel real, but aren’t. This raw and vulnerable conversation sheds light on the reality of living with OCD, the weight of intrusive thoughts, and the importance of talking openly about mental health struggles.This episode contains open and honest discussions around intrusive thoughts, OCD, and heavy mental health struggles. Some of the content may be triggering or difficult to hear. Please listen with care, and only if you feel in the right headspace.

In part two of our conversation with Chris, we go beyond the field and into life’s deeper lessons. Chris opens up about navigating life after divorce, learning true empathy when a partner goes through tragedy, and the golden moments that remind us what really matters. It’s an honest and reflective chat about growth, resilience, and finding light in life’s toughest seasons.

In our latest episode of The Shared Minds Podcast, we sit down with Chris, the founder of Offside Tag. After his NRL career came to an end, Chris was left facing a deep sense of lost purpose what he describes as a black hole in his chest. In search of meaning, he even attempted a Guinness World Record before eventually returning to the sport he loved. That journey led him to create Offside Tag an alternative version of the game that brings people together in a whole new way.

In part one of our anniversary special, we shared the journey of starting Shared Minds the vision, the struggles, and the people who shaped our first year.Now, in part two, we go even deeper. We talk about the lessons hidden in our lowest moments, the breakthroughs that came when we least expected them, and the growth we’ve experienced not just as podcasters, but as people.This episode is about honesty, resilience, and what it really takes to keep moving forward when life feels heavy. If part one was the story of how Shared Minds began, part two is the story of what we’ve become and where we’re heading next.Whether you’ve been with us since day one or only just found us, thank you for walking this journey alongside us. You’re the reason Shared Minds exists.Here’s to the next chapter Year Two.

One year ago 28th August 2024, we started The Shared Minds Podcast with nothing but a vision to share our stories and help others through their mental health struggles. Today, we’re celebrating one full year of conversations, growth, and connection.In this special anniversary episode, we open up about our rock-bottom moments, the unexpected challenges that almost broke us, the wins that kept us moving forward, and most importantly the incredible people we’ve met along the way.This episode is raw, honest, and a true reflection of the journey we’ve been on. Whether you’ve been here since day one or just found us recently, thank you for being part of the Shared Minds community. Here’s to Year Two.

In this follow-up to our unaired April episode, we continue the conversation with Drew Derriman as Liam navigates life after a 10-year relationship. Having already explored Liam’s past traumas, this episode focuses on practical strategies, fresh perspectives, and real talk about rebuilding identity, confidence, and relationships after such a long-term split.Originally kept in the archives, the insights and raw honesty in this session are too valuable not to share. Drew’s guidance makes this a must-listen for anyone figuring out who they are and how to move forward after a big life change.