From film director to meditation teacher, Marcus Hamil’s nervous breakdown at the age of 40 became his breakthrough to a spiritual journey. Co-founder of The Sattva Life, Marcus shares how meditation rewires the mind, enhances focus and resilience, and helps high-achievers live more fulfilled, calm, and productive lives. We explore crisis as awakening, the science of meditation, and what it truly means to master yourself from the inside out. Follow Marcus: https://www.instagram.com/thes...

Human behaviour practitioner, manifestation mentor, and gym owner Sara McNelis joins Geoff to explore the intersection of science and spirituality — and how to truly rewire the subconscious mind. Sara shares her four-step manifestation method, the psychology behind why most people stay stuck, and how integrating spirit with structure transforms every area of life. She also opens up about leaving her marriage, rebuilding her life in Sydney, and embodying her highest self through discipline, se...

Physiotherapist, breathwork trainer, and yoga & pilates teacher Caoimhe Gibney shares how somatics, safety, and community can transform burnout and grief into purpose. We explore trauma-informed facilitation, why “devotion over discipline” beats rigid routines, the science–spirit tension behind her Onam Collective method, and how to rebuild trust in your body’s signals. In this episode: • Safety first — the foundation of trauma-informed work • Somatics & embodiment — practical ways ...

Dr Sarah McKay on optimising brain health & performance: why social connection beats most biohacks, how sleep powers peak performance, what visualisation really changes in the brain, and practical emotional regulation you can train—plus women’s brain health myths, phones vs attention, and when mindfulness programs help (or don’t). Guest: Dr Sarah McKay — Oxford-trained neuroscientist, author, and science communicator. Follow Sarah: https://www.instagram.com/drsarahmckay Chapters 00:00...

In this episode, I sit down with Nerida Bint — Australia’s #1 Emotional Intelligence Educator — to explore how emotional intelligence can help us heal shame, fight fear, and build lasting self-worth. Nerida’s story is one of powerful transformation. For years, she battled rejection wounds, shame, and the deep belief that she wasn’t “enough.” After a painful breakup in 2020, the collapse of her women’s gym business during COVID, and years of therapy that left her searching for more, Nerida hi...

This week on Into Deep, I sit down with the incredible Rhiannon O’Loughlin — hypnotherapist, mindset coach, and event host — for a raw and honest conversation about healing, purpose, and modern relationships. We dive into Rhiannon’s journey from fitness and coaching into hypnotherapy, the life-changing power of inner child work, and the story of a client who overcame addiction and transformed her life. We also explore her personal battles with eating disorders, toxic patterns, vulnerability i...

In this powerful episode of Into Deep, I sit down with Jermaine Jones – endurance runner, cyclist, and adventurer – for a raw and inspiring conversation about resilience, mental health, and taking on the impossible. Jermaine opens up about an intense period in his late teens when he faced multiple personal tragedies, job loss, and relationship heartbreak – a time that pushed him to the brink. We explore how he turned that pain into fuel, finding purpose through endurance challenges, including...

In Episode 10, I sit down with longtime friend and unapologetic force of nature Sophie Handsaker—personal trainer, podcast host, cafe owner, and mother. Sophie’s story is anything but ordinary. From falling pregnant the first night she met her now-fiancé, to losing her late partner to suicide, to building a business while raising a fiery little boy—she brings a level of candour and chaos that’s both hilarious and deeply moving. We talk: The raw truth of motherhood (without the Instagram fil...

What if the goal isn’t to quit alcohol or drugs forever—but to build a relationship with them that doesn’t ruin your life? In this powerful episode, I sit down with Nick Blair—mentor, coach, speaker and founder of Mind Health Bender —to unpack our cultural obsession with extremes, and why the all-or-nothing approach to sobriety might be doing more harm than good. We explore: 🔸 Why total abstinence isn’t realistic (or necessary) for everyone 🔸 How to shift from substance abuse to i...

In this episode, I sit down with the magnetic and deeply grounded Andrew Marsh—better known as Marshy—a Vedic meditation teacher with over 30 years of experience guiding everyday people, elite athletes, and high performers toward inner peace. We talk about: 🔹 His early sense of spiritual connection as a child 🔹 The wild years of psychedelic exploration that had to stop 🔹 Discovering a spiritual practice beyond meditation 🔹 Why so many of us are chasing peace in the wrong places 🔹 How m...

For years, Rachel Pfeiffer found herself stuck in a painful loop, drawn to emotionally unavailable partners and repeating the same toxic dynamics that left her feeling broken and disconnected. Through this pain came the lessons learnt on how to attract a more conscious and fulfilling relationship. In this raw and revealing conversation, Rachel first stepped into a therapist's office at age 11. Now a psychotherapist, yoga teacher, and somatic healing practitioner, she opens up about he...

What does it really mean to be vulnerable—and how does it shape the quality of our relationships? In this powerful episode, I sit down with Bevan Pfeiffer, a relationship psychotherapist, former actor, and yoga teacher who brings deep emotional intelligence and embodiment into the therapy room. Drawing on Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Gestalt, and Internal Family Systems (IFS), Bevan helps individuals and couples reconnect with themselves and each other—especially when life feels overwhe...

In this powerful episode, I’m joined by international speaker and leadership coach Matt Cogin, whose story is a wild, raw, and deeply inspiring ride. Matt opens up about his early years—leaving home at 14, dealing drugs in high school, a near-fatal motorbike crash, and an overdose that became a wake-up call. His path to healing was anything but linear, but it lit the fire for a complete transformation. Now, after delivering over 1,000 workshops across 12 countries, Matt coaches students and y...

In this powerful episode, I’m joined by mindset coach Zoe Dunlea, whose journey from self-destruction to self-mastery is nothing short of inspiring. Zoe opens up about her past struggles with drug and alcohol abuse, the deep feelings of unworthiness that consumed her, and the rock bottom moments that ultimately sparked her transformation. Her story is raw and honest and a testament that change is always possible, no matter how far gone you feel. Now, as a coach helping others step into their...

Alexa is one of the most resilient and remarkable humans I’ve ever had the privilege of speaking with. Her story is one of grit, growth, and a relentless will to keep moving forward—no matter the odds. From growing up with an alcoholic father to surviving a near-death experience during what should have been a routine medical procedure, Alexa has faced more than most do in a lifetime—and somehow come out the other side stronger, not hardened. We talk about her wild journey, including her time ...

Lily is the founder of Metphysical Wellness. Trying her hand as an online wellness coach, people close to her told her it wouldn't work and she wouldn't make any money, but she has grown her business rapidly to 10 staff in the last 6 months that help an army of women globally improve their physical, mental and spiritual health. Struggling with an eating disorder back in high school, she gives advice on how to pull yourself through tough times, navigating the murky waters of the misinformatio...

Lachy is a self-proclaimed health and fitness addict on a mission to the Hyrox World Championships. Between juggling a full-time job, life as a husband, and launching a new activewear brand, he opens up about what it takes to build resilience in the face of adversity. In this episode, Lachy shares the tools that have helped him navigate some of life’s toughest moments—including the heartbreaking loss of his brother to alcoholism. He speaks candidly about grief, growth, and how changing his ow...