Humans Like Us

Stuart Burling is a Counsellor, in the realm of all things psychosocial, he counsels people in grief, addiction, emotional regulation and helps couples break through walls they have placed. We talk all things today from a tumultuous childhood living in fear of his father, to coping with the suicide of his brother, addiction, desperation and hope. Stuart is building retreats for couples and you can find more of that information here : www.thebearhaven.com.au/retreats-for-couples And you can also find Stuart on Linkedin Here: Come and find the podcast on Instagram here: www.instagram.com/humanslikeuspodcast/ And Find Ricky Here: www.linkedin.com/in/ricky-longshaw/

Todays guest is a Father, Friend and Leader. He has come from tragic beginnings but moves with intention and kindness that we could all aspire to, in his younger years he travelled the world playing didgeridoo, spent time working in correctionsand is now positioning himself to help keep indigenous culture alive and ensuring the values of it are passed down. Get In Contact with HLU: Instagram Facebook TikTok Links for Ricky: Linkedin Instagram TikTok

Todays guest is none other than Paul Ridge, Paul is a good human, he embodies good traits that shine through, we talk about his career as a HR specialist, we talk love, life and family, fatherhood and friendship. Paul is a one of a kind human and I hope you enjoy the chat we had today! Get In Contact with HLU: ⁠Website⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠TikTok⁠ Want to be a guest? ⁠Apply here⁠ Want to say hi? ⁠Head here⁠ Links for Ricky: ⁠Linkedin⁠ ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠TikTok⁠ Business / Sponsorship Enquires: ⁠Email

This episode is none other then myself, I have taken some time to reflect on some parts of my story, and how they have led to where I am today and what the next part of my story looks like. Topics I cover include as always mental health, I cover vulnerability and honesty emotionally and the importance of therapy. I discuss of course all my own experiences around these topics. If this podcast hits a nerve, something you want to talk further or hear further about, please let me know!

Todays guest is none other than Jake Kerr, for those of you locals, You may know him as the man behind the movement that is Blxck Ink. Jake is a graphic designer, printer, creative, podcaster and is in line for a Councillor position in local government, but Jake is far more than that, he is thought in motion, he is inspiring and this conversation should get you wanting to get up out of your seat and create the future you want, I know it made me want to. His words and the way they are structured is a testimony to his examined life and I hope you enjoy the way he puts it all together. Find Jake Here: Instagram Facebook Tiktok Website Get In Contact with HLU: Website Instagram Facebook TikTok Want to be a guest? Apply here Want to say hi? Head here Links for Ricky: Linkedin Instagram TikTok Business / Sponsorship Enquires: Email

On today's episode I sit down and talk to Michael Adams of Flying Kiwi Fitness, Michael has a passion for his job which is training athletes with special needs to increase their strength, mobility, health and happiness, because after all rule no. 1 is Exercise = Happy. We talk about his life, his passion for training athletes, fundraising to help equip special school facilities for fitness as well as how the industry works. Michael is the most passionate and genuine person to be working in this space and I hope you enjoy him and his story as much as i do. Michael's Links Instagram Facebook Website Tiktok Get In Contact with HLU: Website Instagram Facebook TikTok Want to be a guest? Apply here Want to say hi? Head here Links for Ricky: Linkedin Instagram TikTok Business / Sponsorship Enquires: Email

Today's anonymous guest has an incredible story filled with tragedy and triumph, we take a detailed look at past relationships which included severe domestic violence as well as mental and emotional trauma, we talk about continuing themes in these relationships as well as the slippery slope into them. My guest currently works in support at a private school, and talks about how her own experiences both as a mother and human can shape the lives of those around her. We have an open and honest discussion around all the parts of her life and parenting that made her who she is today, including both a diagnosis for her daughter and self for ADHD.. let me preface this with we cover some intense topics. but my guest has a way with words and in such an intelligent way conveys her story with candor. Get In Contact with HLU: Website Instagram Facebook TikTok Want to be a guest? Apply here Want to say hi? Head here Links for Ricky: Linkedin Instagram TikTokBusiness / Sponsorship Enquires: Email

On today's episode I sat down and had a chat with Dakota Krispyn. Dakota is an entrepreneur owning several businesses including a glaziers, a barbershop and the place where we met, a gym, he is involved in local government as a councilor, and with that he is also currently studying his diploma in Local Government, there's also a high possibility that that you may also have found him on TikTok with some of his videos nearing half a million view counts. We talk about love, loss, mental health, business and how he got to where he is professionally and personally. This conversation really showed a vulnerable and honest side to Dakota that I hope you find as interesting as I did. Find Dakota here: Instagram TikTok Blade Cartel (Barbershop) Dynamic tinting and windscreens AF Australind Get In Contact with HLU: Website Instagram Facebook Want to be a guest? Apply here Want to say hi? Head here Links for Ricky: Linkedin Instagram TikTokBusiness / Sponsorship Enquires:Email

On today's episode I sit down and have a chat with Jasmin Lucas, Jas has studied psychology, has a degree in teaching, runs mentor programs to help people find alternative pathways and ease people into university, she is a mother and a wife, as well as all that she is my longest friend, she has been a part of my story for so long now that everything major I've ever been through or dealt with she has guided me, from simple questions to hard truths. This episode for me was pure catharsis. We discuss in depth emotions and with utter honesty ask each other questions that give an insight into our lives and our friendship from a completely honest and vulnerable point of view. Get In Contact with HLU: Website Instagram Facebook Want to be a guest? Apply here Want to say hi? Head here Links for Ricky: Linkedin Instagram Business / Sponsorship Enquires:Email

On today's episode I sit down and have a chat with Jasmin Lucas, Jas has studied psychology, has a degree in teaching, runs mentor programs to help people find alternative pathways and ease people into university, she is a mother and a wife, as well as all that she is my longest friend, she has been a part of my story for so long now that everything major I've ever been through or dealt with she has guided me, from simple questions to hard truths. This episode for me was pure catharsis. We discuss in depth emotions and with utter honesty ask each other questions that give an insight into our lives and our friendship from a completely honest and vulnerable point of view. Get In Contact with HLU: Website Instagram Facebook Want to be a guest? Apply here Want to say hi? Head here Links for Ricky: Linkedin Instagram Business / Sponsorship Enquires: Email

On this episode of the podcast I have a chat to Justin O’Hehir, Justin has been through many stages in life and some we talk about today are his childhood, living with a mother that was diagnosed as a Schizophrenic and a Father who sold drugs among other things, we discuss life in school and after, the lead up to working at Worsley, and the catalyst that pushed him to go all in on a life coaching business, one that has now developed in to training more life coaches, speaking at events and helping people unlock their full potentials through NLP and Hypnotism. You can find Justin and Inspired Results here: Website Facebook Instagram Get In Contact with HLU: Website Instagram Facebook Want to be a guest? Apply here Want to say hi? Head here Links for Ricky: Linkedin Instagram Business / Sponsorship Inquiry: Email

Brett Connellan is a surfer, speaker, movie producer and shark attack survivor. During a surf on an afternoon in 2016 Brett was hit with the force of what he describes as a bus, however, soon came face to face with a shark. In this episode we talk about life before, the injury itself, the recovery and life after as Brett now moves on to tell his story in a full length feature film Attacking Life. Brett's story is one of resilience, determination and an unwavering  commitment to get back to the thing he loves most. You Can Find Brett Here Website: www.brettconnellan.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brettconnellan/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-connellan-0b5b551a2/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Get In Contact with Ricky here: Website Instagram Facebook Want to be a guest? Apply here Want to say hi? Head here Links for Ricky: Linkedin Instagram

Brad Humble is a father, mentor and I'm lucky to say friend of mine, he has coached some of the strongest people in Australia through his coaching business, on top of that he has served in the military and on the front lines of our police force. In today's episode we talk about love and loss, pain and growth, we discuss the importance of education for our at risk youth, I get some insight in to his military and police career and his mental health around all of these events in a candid interview where nothing is off limits to talk about You can find Brad here: Brad's coaching business https://www.khstrong.com.au/ Facebook Instagram Get In Contact with Us: Website Instagram Facebook Want to be a guest? Apply here Want to say hi? Head here Links for Ricky: Linkedin Instagram Business / Sponsorship Enquires: Email