Most guys don’t learn to talk until after something breaks.
Alex “Sheep” didn’t wait that long.
At 27, he’s already doing the emotional work most men never got shown. He grew up in a home where being honest about how you feel was actually normal and it changed everything. In this conversation, Ian and Sheep talk about the value of learning emotional tools early, the kind of friendships that hold you steady and how much smoother life can feel when you’re not constantly suppressing what’s real.
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Please note: All frameworks and concepts referenced in this episode are part of the Good Men Helping Good Men movement — a holistic initiative within The Artistry of Humanity ecosystem focused on helping men build fulfilment through the Five Pillars: Health & Fitness, Inner Work, Love & Relationships, Social Connections, and Work & Life Flow.
He’s spent 25 years saving lives on Bondi Beach — but the biggest rescue came when he learned how to calm his own mind.
In this episode, Ian Williams sits down with Bondi Rescue lifeguard Dean Gladstone to talk about what it really means to find peace in the middle of chaos. Dean opens up about growing up with anxiety and learning challenges, recovering from a brutal assault and discovering the power of breathing right. Together they explore fatherhood, brotherhood and the quiet strength that comes from understanding yourself.
If you’ve ever felt restless, overwhelmed, or just caught in the current of life, this conversation is a reminder that real calm isn’t found on the beach… it’s built within. And you’ll be hard-pressed to find a man more centered and easygoing than Dean. 😉
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Please note: All frameworks and concepts referenced in this episode are part of the Good Men Helping Good Men movement — a holistic initiative within The Artistry of Humanity ecosystem focused on helping men build fulfilment through the Five Pillars: Health & Fitness, Inner Work, Love & Relationships, Social Connections, and Work & Life Flow.
“You can’t coach crisis. You have to build from the foundations first.”
David “Mindset Soldier” Smith grew up in chaos: abuse, addiction, neglect and a care system that felt more like a prison than protection. He found structure in the military, faith in Jesus and a relentless discipline that turned his pain into purpose. Today, he helps men build boundaries, reclaim self-respect and create lives that won’t break.
We talk about:
Growing up in fear, bouncing through foster homes and abuse
The military’s role in discipline, resilience, and gratitude
Why “matching energy” keeps you stuck in chaos
Building non-negotiables to stay alive and grounded
Loneliness vs. solitude: the growth hidden in silence
Breathwork and journaling as tools to rewire your nervous system
Parenting with presence and breaking generational trauma
Finding peace, purpose, and freedom through faith This one’s a raw look at survival, healing, and standing firm in who you are... A must-listen if you’ve ever felt alone or out of control.
If this episode brings stuff up for you: please reach out to someone you trust, a local support line or a professional. You’re not on your own.
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“I watched him die in front of me.”
Luke Grant was just nine years old when he witnessed his father - a professional rugby league player - pass away from a heart attack. That moment changed everything. It set Luke on a path marked by grief, pressure, identity loss and, eventually, self-destruction.
After a promising career in rugby league, Luke found himself retired at 22, injured, lost, and spiraling into drugs, partying and purposelessness. But the real story is what came next.
Through heartbreak, hard lessons, and the deaths of men close to him, Luke chose a different path. He built what he wished he had: a space for men to be seen, supported, and held accountable. That space is the Fellaship, a community built on sweat, breathwork, honesty and real brotherhood.
In this episode, we unpack Luke’s story raw, unfiltered and deeply human. We talk about masculinity, the cost of silence, how drinking masks emotional pain, why setting boundaries matters and what it really takes to find your way again.
If you’ve ever felt lost, disconnected or unsure how to show up as a man - this one’s for you.
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“When mental illness becomes physical, that’s when you realise it’s not just in your head.”
James Roffey had a privileged start, with private schooling and dreams of football glory. But at 17, he lost his pathway: a football academy release shattered his identity. Grief, rejection and expectations spiraled into a decade-long struggle with anorexia and bulimia. He became trapped in a physical expression of mental illness, distancing himself from loved ones and nearly losing everything.
Against the odds, James chose recovery. Through therapy, unwavering discipline and rebuilding healthy routines, he reclaimed his body and mind. Today, he is a certified personal trainer turned high-performance coach, using his story to guide men toward resilience, self-awareness and honest communication.
This episode lays bare his journey from collapse to clarity and offers a powerful blueprint for anyone facing their own cracks.
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“I didn’t feel seen. I didn’t feel heard. I didn’t feel safe.”
Sarah French grew up in a world where safety wasn’t a given. Violence at home. A fractured bond with her father. Abuse that left scars too deep to name until years later, when they roared back through the surface.
She joined the military at 17 to escape and for the first time, she felt something new. Stability. Brotherhood. A thread of healthy masculinity around her. But the wiring was still survival. She knew how to push through, not how to heal.
In this conversation, Sarah speaks with raw honesty about addiction, OCD, the nervous system’s defence strategies and the long road back to softness. It’s not a straight line it’s a series of reckonings.
Heads up: we had some tech gremlins visit during recording, so you’ll notice Sarah’s background shifts halfway through. New location, same real talk.
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“I used to think pain was love — that if it hurt, it must be real.”
Laura Vickers grew up believing she had to earn safety, affection and worth — especially from men. But the men around her were broken, absent, violent or emotionally shut down.
From addiction and emotional chaos to moments of complete collapse, Laura speaks about what it means to reclaim your identity when you were never shown how to hold it in the first place.
This conversation is about survival, yes — but it’s also about choosing to live with your eyes open. To stop running. To stop repeating what broke you.
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“I created this monster to protect that scared little boy in me - but I don’t need him anymore.”
James “Shinny” Davenport is a former pro boxer, rock band frontman and viral host of The Shinny Show. But behind the masks was a terrified kid doing anything to feel loved.
From addiction to alcohol, cocaine, crack or chaos, Shinny shares how the need for attention shaped his life and how his ego almost cost him everything. Fame, recovery, relapse, fatherhood or the long road back to peace - this is a raw account of what it means to rebuild from the inside out.
He doesn’t hold back on the lies he told himself, the masks he wore to survive or how he finally came home to the man he really is.
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In this episode, Ian reconnects with Steven, who first joined the podcast for a group discussion about growth, authenticity, and challenges.
Now, in a powerful one-on-one, Steven dives deep into his personal journey—how he faced his struggles with alcohol, loss, and finding balance, ultimately emerging with a renewed sense of purpose.Together, they explore:
As the conversation unfolds, Steven’s candid reflections reveal the transformative power of self-reflection and determination. And don’t miss the emotional conclusion—Steven surprises Ian with a heartfelt gesture that captures the depth of his journey and the bond they've built.Tune in to discover how even small steps toward authenticity can create monumental changes in your life.The Good Men Helping Good Men movement is a supportive community where men embrace authenticity, vulnerability, and purpose. To learn more, visit www.gmhgm.com.
In this gripping and heart-wrenching episode, Ian sits down with Steven Ferguson, a professional boxer with an extraordinary story of redemption.
Steven shares the raw truth of his life, from growing up amidst trauma and violence, to being groomed into criminality at a young age, and battling addiction that began at just 13 years old. His descent into a life of crime, drug-induced psychosis, and eventual imprisonment seemed destined to end in tragedy. But Steven’s journey didn’t stop there.
The conversation delves into:
This raw, unfiltered conversation is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the transformative power of accountability and purpose. Steven’s journey from criminality to becoming a role model and mentor is a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to change your path.
The Good Men Helping Good Men movement stands for authenticity, connection, and hope. Learn more and join us at www.gmhgm.com.
What does it really mean to be a man today?
This podcast is for the men asking that question — and actually doing the work to figure it out.
Hosted by Ian Williams, founder of Good Men Helping Good Men, this show is a raw and honest space for guys who are tired of performing, hiding, or suffering in silence. Through unfiltered conversations with men from all walks of life - fighters, fathers, founders, and the ones still finding their way - we unpack the real stuff: pain, purpose, growth, relationships, addictions, wins, losses, and everything in between.
Because fulfilment isn’t found in your bank account or your bench press. It’s found in brotherhood, ownership, and courage - the kind of courage it takes to finally be real with yourself.
If you’re ready to stop numbing and start living, you’re in the right place.
🎧 New episodes every two weeks
🧠 No bullshit. Just real stories and tools to help you grow.
🌟 Powered by our unique Framework: The 5 Pillars of Fulfilment
This is the official podcast of Good Men Helping Good Men, part of the Artistry of Humanity ecosystem.
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This one’s for the man who’s felt the trigger… and wondered if he’s the only one losing his shit.
We talk a lot about masculinity but what the hell does it even mean anymore? In this raw honest episode Ian Marty and Jack sit down to unpack the chaos - from love and ego to gaslighting narcissism and the weight of trying to be “a good man” in a world full of noise.
You’ll hear stories of arguments moving in with your partner losing control owning your triggers - and then doing the work to come back to center. Because growth isn’t polished. It’s messy it’s imperfect and it sure as hell isn’t trending
🎙️ This isn’t just a podcast - it’s a mirror. And maybe a wake-up call.
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"I was addicted to steroids, cocaine… I was trying to kill myself through addiction."This isn’t just another story — it’s a mirror for every man stuck in self-destruction, unsure how to break free.
In this raw, unfiltered conversation, Paul Garrigan shares his journey from a chaotic childhood, addiction, and steroids — to becoming a powerful guide for men through his Men’s Inner Mastery Academy. You’ll hear about violence, vulnerability, fatherhood, and the fight to feel again.
If you’ve ever questioned your path, battled your own demons, or wondered where real masculine leadership lives — this is the conversation to listen to.
🎧 This isn’t just another podcast — it’s a mirror, and maybe a turning point for you or somebody else.
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What if everything you’ve been chasing is actually keeping you stuck?
In this powerful episode, Ian sits down with Mike Ferraris — an engineer-turned-entrepreneur whose journey exposes the darker side of success: burnout, people-pleasing, and the relentless need to prove yourself.
They explore the invisible pressures men face to constantly perform, the nervous system cost of being “the good guy,” and why even the most high-functioning careers can leave you feeling completely empty. Mike shares how he began remembering who he really was — and the pivotal mindset shift that changed everything.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone who’s ever felt like they’re doing everything “right”… and still not feeling fulfilled.
💡 Key Themes:✔️ The silent burnout behind “high performance”✔️ Why people-pleasing is a trauma response, not a virtue✔️ What happens when your nervous system never feels safe✔️ How to escape the achievement loop and reconnect with purpose✔️ Turning inner work into your greatest leadership tool
🎧 This isn’t just another podcast — it’s a mirror, and maybe a turning point for you or somebody else.
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"True authenticity comes out when the mask is down.” 🎭
In this raw and powerful conversation, Ian sits down with Jack Costello to explore what it truly means to drop the mask and embrace vulnerability as a man. They dive deep into Jack’s journey—from the profound loss of his mother at 12 to his path of healing, self-discovery, and helping others through men’s work.
Together, they unpack the struggles men face in expressing emotions, the dangers of suppressing pain, and the importance of finding authentic connections. They challenge outdated ideas of masculinity, share personal breakthroughs, and offer real, actionable insights on how to be true to yourself in a world that often tells you otherwise.
This episode is a must-listen for any man looking to step into his authentic self, build real connections, and break free from societal expectations.
💡 Key Takeaways:
✔️ The masks men wear and how they hold us back
✔️ Why vulnerability is a superpower, not a weakness
✔️ How men’s circles are changing lives
✔️ The journey from survival mode to true self-expression
✔️ Detaching with love and setting healthy boundaries
Tune in for an inspiring discussion that could change the way you see yourself and the men around you. 🎧🔥
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“If I didn’t have my kids, I wouldn’t be here.”
Grant’s story is one of pain, resilience, and an unbreakable mindset. He had it all—elite athleticism, a fast-paced life, and a relentless drive. But when a brutal back injury left him bedridden for three years, his identity crumbled. Depression hit hard. Suicidal thoughts crept in. He was at rock bottom.
In this episode, Grant opens up like never before, sharing how he clawed his way back—from mental darkness to physical dominance. Today, he’s training for a UFC fight and proving that mindset is everything.
🎙 What You’ll Learn:
✔️ The childhood trauma that shaped him
✔️ How he numbed pain through extreme sports and self-destruction
✔️ The breaking point that forced him to take ownership
✔️ His unconventional mindset shifts for resilience
✔️ Why most men struggle with emotions—and how to break the cycle
💭 If you’ve ever felt stuck, lost, or like life keeps knocking you down—this one’s for you.
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Wow, already ten episodes! We wanted to take a moment to thank you for being on this journey with us. In this special episode, Ian and Sean dive into an open and thought-provoking conversation about honesty, boundaries, and the challenges of staying true to yourself.
They explore personal growth, relationships, and the evolving definition of masculinity. Sean shares candid lessons from his past, discussing the power of honesty, the importance of setting boundaries, and how taking action can help overcome anxiety. Together, they unpack the complexities of juggling ambition, travel, and maintaining mental clarity while navigating life’s ups and downs.
This episode shines a light on fostering authentic social connections, avoiding the trap of external validation, and how our struggles can become gifts to heal ourselves and inspire others. Whether you’re working to strengthen your relationships, rediscover your purpose, or embrace the journey of self-improvement, this conversation is one you won’t want to miss.
Note: The “Good Men Helping Good Men” movement is a supportive community where men embrace authenticity, vulnerability, and purpose. To learn more, visit www.gmhgm.com.
What happens when the structure, purpose, and camaraderie of military life are gone? This week, Ian sits down with David, a former Royal Marine, for an eye-opening conversation about the realities of transitioning to civilian life.
David candidly reflects on the challenges of rediscovering identity, battling inner demons, and navigating the loss of belonging that so many veterans face.
Through this heartfelt exchange, they unpack:
David’s honesty and resilience shine as he shares the lessons he’s learned on his path to fulfilment. Whether you’re a veteran or simply someone striving for growth, this episode will inspire you to take action and find your way toward purpose.
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In this episode, Ian reconnects with Mick, an old friend turned coach and family man, for an honest and heartfelt conversation about personal growth, the power of community, and living authentically.
Mick shares his transformative journey from his wild teenage years in Liverpool to becoming a dedicated father, husband, and mentor. They dive deep into:
Packed with humor, raw stories, and actionable insights, this conversation sheds light on the ripple effects of self-awareness and how vulnerability truly is a superpower.
This episode is a powerful reminder that being present for yourself and others can transform your relationships, your family, and your legacy.
Note: The "Good Men Helping Good Men" movement mentioned in this episode refers to a supportive community for men to embrace vulnerability, authenticity, and purpose. To learn more, visit www.gmhgm.com.