In this raw and revealing conversation, Ringo and Ridgey pull back the curtain on Christian Lell’s life—a journey from the green turf of Bayern Munich and Hertha BSC to the depths of spiritual awakening. Christian, a decorated right-back who played over 65 Bundesliga games for Bayern, helped secure Bundesliga and DFB‑Pokal titles and even featured in La Liga with Levante, shares the story behind the headlines. He recounts how, despite sporting success and stardom, he found himself wrestling with...
Jul 03, 2025•56 min•Season 2Ep. 51
In this mind-expanding episode of The Brink, Ringo and Ridgey sit down with Troy Casey, aka the Certified Health Nut—a man whose journey from international fashion model to holistic health warrior is as raw and real as it gets. Troy opens up about his early life, his struggles with addiction, and the path that led him to ancient plant medicine, natural detox practices, and a mission to Make America Healthy Again through what he calls the Maha movement. His story isn’t polished—it’s lived. And hi...
Jun 26, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 50
In this harrowing and essential episode of The Brink, Gloria Masters shares the unthinkable truth of her childhood: she was groomed, abused, and trafficked by her own father and grandmother. From the age of five, Gloria was forced into child sex work, not by strangers, but by the very people who were supposed to protect her. Her grandmother and father not only abused her themselves—they orchestrated and profited from her trafficking, selling her into a network of abusers throughout her early lif...
Jun 19, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 49
In this episode of The Brink, Ringo and Ridgey welcome high-performance coach Adam Smith, whose journey from near-suicide to sobriety, self-mastery and service is as gritty as it is inspiring. Adam gets raw about his battles with mental health, addiction and low self-worth—and how hitting rock bottom gave him the foundation to rebuild everything. This isn’t your standard self-help chat. It’s a practical, no-fluff conversation about transformation, resilience, and why “doing what’s doable” is oft...
Jun 12, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 48
In this raw and urgent follow-up, Sam Troth returns to The Brink after completing an unthinkable mission—walking the length of New Zealand, from Cape Reinga to Parliament, to raise awareness for child sexual abuse. Along the way, he gathered close to 8,000 signatures for a petition demanding harsher penalties for abusers. But despite the miles walked and the pain carried—his and others’—what met him at Parliament was silence. No acknowledgement, no response, just bureaucracy in its coldest form....
Jun 05, 2025•25 min•Season 2Ep. 47
In this episode of The Brink, Ringo and Ridgey are joined by Dion Freeman—a man whose life reads like a modern spiritual odyssey. From a childhood soaked in chaos to prison bars and, eventually, a cave in the mountains, Dion’s story is a raw, powerful reminder that healing doesn’t always come in the package you expect. Today, he stands as a Māori healer and spiritual guide, practicing Honohono—an ancestral medicine that reconnects people with their wairua (spirit), their past, and their purpose....
May 29, 2025•57 min•Season 2Ep. 46
Ringo and Ridgey sit down with leadership coach and professional people-whisperer Hong Kong based Felicity McRobb to unpack the big question: What if your so-called flaws are actually your greatest strengths? Through the lens of Insights Discovery—a tool that uses colour energy profiling to understand how we tick—Felicity helps us navigate the murky waters of personality, communication, and team dynamics with humour, heart, and zero jargon. From boardrooms to backyard barbecues, understanding ho...
May 22, 2025•1 hr 13 min•Season 2Ep. 45
This week on The Brink , Ringo and Ridgey attempt to breathe their way to enlightenment—without passing out—as they sit down with legendary breathwork master Dan Brulé. Dan isn’t just any breath coach; he’s trained Navy SEALs, Olympic athletes, and yes, even Tony Robbins, who was so impressed he wrote the foreword to Dan’s best-selling book Just Breathe . If Tony Robbins is the godfather of self-help, Dan is the Yoda of the inhale. From the very first puff—sorry, breath —Dan breaks down why this...
May 15, 2025•54 min•Season 2Ep. 44
This episode of The Brink Podcast takes us into one of the most difficult but necessary conversations we can have. Ringo and Ridgey welcome psychotherapist, speaker, and survivor Ella McCrystal, who bravely shares her personal journey as a victim of childhood abuse at the hands of her own father. Ella brings the unique perspective of not only being a survivor but also a clinician — someone who has lived through the trauma and now works to help others heal from it. She opens up about the profound...
May 08, 2025•1 hr 26 min•Season 2Ep. 43
Trigger warning: This episode contains discussion of suicide, bullying, and mental health. Listener discretion is advised. In this episode of The Brink Podcast , Ringo and Ridgey sit down with the legendary Alex Perry for a wide-ranging, sharp, and unexpectedly hilarious chat that pulls back the glittery curtain on the fashion world. Alex dishes on everything from the cultural quirks that shape global fashion to the not-so-glam side of the industry most people never see. With his trademark wit a...
May 01, 2025•1 hr 13 min•Season 2Ep. 42
Ringo and Ridgey sit down with Keegan Hirst—a man who’s tackled more than just opponents on the rugby field. Keegan made headlines in 2015 as the first British rugby league player to come out as gay while still playing professionally but his story is far deeper than a single headline. From growing up under the weight of rigid masculinity to living a double life, Keegan opens up about the long, painful road to self-acceptance and the toll internalised homophobia can take when silence feels safer ...
Apr 24, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 41
We sit down with Danyon and Cole to unravel a raw, emotional journey through meth addiction, rehab and the unexpected love story that emerged in the heart of struggle. From the initial escape meth provided to the brutal lows that followed, both Cole and Danyon speak with unflinching honesty about guilt, self-forgiveness and the long, often painful road to recovery. They share how love can survive in chaos, how trust is rebuilt brick by brick and how addiction reshapes the very core of who you th...
Apr 17, 2025•58 min•Season 2Ep. 40
Ringo and Ridgey are joined by the brilliant and unfiltered Layla Kelly, who traded in her corporate banking gig for a camera, a ring light, and a subscription to financial freedom. What started as a plan to earn a little side cash ($300NZ a week, to be exact) quickly turned into a full-blown adult entertainment career—with Layla pulling in way more than just tips. She walks us through that bold leap from the boardroom to OnlyFans, the double takes she gets at PTA meetings, and why she’ll never ...
Apr 10, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Season 2Ep. 39
In this deeply moving and unflinchingly honest episode, Sam Troth opens up about his lived experience as a survivor of childhood sexual abuse. His story is not just one of survival, but of resilience, advocacy and the relentless pursuit of justice. Sam takes us through the long shadow abuse has cast over his life—from its devastating impact on his mental health and relationships to his battles with addiction and the crushing failures of the justice system to protect victims and hold perpetrators...
Apr 03, 2025•1 hr 14 min•Season 4Ep. 38
Ringo and Ridgey are joined by the one and only Diane Foreman—a woman who went from secretary to CEO, built an international ice cream empire, and somehow managed to stay fabulous through it all. If you're thinking "wow, that’s impressive," just wait 'til you hear her talk about risk appetite, parenting, and why no one actually has it all (except maybe the dog). Diane takes us through her journey from typing memos to running boardrooms. She talks candidly about the realities women face in busine...
Mar 27, 2025•53 min•Season 2Ep. 37
Paddy Gower steps up to The Brink with Ringo and Ridley for an unfiltered conversation about journalism, addiction, and the pursuit of self-understanding. With his trademark honesty, Gower opens up about the highs and lows of his career, the unexpected weight of fame, and the self-confidence struggles that lurked beneath his public persona. He reflects on his relationship with alcohol—once a crutch to navigate the pressures of his profession—and the misconceptions surrounding addiction. His rece...
Mar 20, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Season 2Ep. 36
On this episode of The Brink, we sit down with Neil O’Sullivan for a raw and insightful chat about men’s mental health, vulnerability and breaking down the outdated ideas of masculinity. Before stepping into the wellness space, Neil spent over a decade in digital marketing, working with brands like Special Olympics, Oxfam, and ViacomCBS, honing his skills in branding and creative direction. That journey led him to co-found Nimbus Co., Australia’s first exclusive infrared sauna studio and wellnes...
Mar 13, 2025•55 min•Season 2Ep. 35
This episode is a must-listen for any parent with a child struggling with ADHD. Welcome back to The Brink ! This time, Ringo and Ridgey are coming to you straight from the stunning Dolomites in Italy, where they sit down with digital strategist and all-round legend, Arnout Heleemans. If you've ever wondered whether ADHD is a curse or a superpower, this episode is for you. Arnout breaks down his own journey of being diagnosed as an adult and how it’s shaped his life, his career, and his understan...
Mar 06, 2025•1 hr 12 min•Season 2Ep. 34
In this episode of The Brink with hosts Ringo and Ridgey, we sit down with David Thomas, a public health professional and Amazon’s global leader in behavioural health programs. David takes us through his personal journey into public health and sheds light on the growing importance of addressing substance use disorders (SUDs) in today’s workplaces. He shares how Amazon is stepping up to support its global workforce and their families with innovative addiction treatment strategies rooted in harm r...
Feb 27, 2025•44 min•Season 2Ep. 33
This week on The Brink with your favorite dynamic duo, Ringo and Ridgey, we dive headfirst into the swirling abyss of imposter syndrome—that nagging voice in your head that insists you’re a fraud, despite, you know, all the actual evidence that you’re crushing it. Clinical psychologist Selena Clark joins the lads to unpack why even high achievers often feel like they’re just winging it and how cultural and gender influences can crank that self-doubt dial up to eleven. Ridgey bravely admits he on...
Feb 20, 2025•54 min•Season 2Ep. 32
Ever wondered what rock bottom looks like? Well, Dave Letele—aka the Mighty Brown Butterbean—has been there, done that, and somehow managed to turn it all into one of the most inspiring comeback stories you’ll ever hear. In this episode of The Brink, Ringo and Ridgey sit down with the man himself to unpack a life that went from crime, gangs, and addiction to leading a community movement that’s changing lives. Dave doesn’t hold back—he talks about what it was like growing up surrounded by violenc...
Feb 13, 2025•53 min•Season 2Ep. 31
Ridgey and Ringo dive into a powerful story of redemption with former All Black Zac Guildford. Once a rising star in rugby, Zac’s life took a dark turn as he battled addiction, personal loss, and the pressures of elite sport. His journey is not just about struggle—it’s about owning mistakes, confronting demons, and fighting to rebuild a life with meaning. Zac opens up about the devastating loss of his father and how it led him to destructive coping mechanisms like alcohol and gambling. He speaks...
Feb 06, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 30
Your favorite sifty duo, Ringo & Ridgey dive headfirst into the mind-blowing world of Human Design with the brilliant (and probably way more enlightened) Hannah Crerar a Human Design specialist, which basically means she can tell you why you do weird things based on the exact moment you entered this chaotic planet. After receiving a reading each from Hannah, David and Matthew, in their usual fashion, ask all the important questions like, does knowing your Human Design mean you can finally bl...
Jan 30, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Season 2Ep. 29
In this lively and insightful episode, David and his ever-curious co-host Matthew sit down with Australian meditation maestro Andrew Marsh to explore the transformative world of meditation. With equal parts wit and wisdom, the trio dives into the practical and profound, discussing how meditation isn’t about escaping life—it’s about showing up for it. Whether they’re debating the societal stigma around meditation or poking fun at their own struggles to stay present, the conversation strikes the p...
Jan 23, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 28
This week on The Brink , co-hosts Ringo and Ridgey take a hilariously raw and surprisingly heartfelt look at their journey as podcast partners and friends. From navigating addiction and personal growth to dealing with backlash from listeners (and occasionally each other), they dive into the challenges of tackling tough topics like sexuality and societal expectations while keeping things unapologetically authentic. The boys open up about how they’ve been finding transformation in life through med...
Jan 16, 2025•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 27
Ahoy! Season 2 of The Brink sets sail with a story that’s anything but ordinary. Meet David Seal: once a Jehovah’s Witness, now considered the ‘Jeremy Clarkson of the yacht Superyacht industry’ having created the most popular yacht sales YouTube channel in the world. From navigating the complexities of a tightly controlled upbringing to cruising the high seas of luxury yacht sales, David’s journey is a masterclass in reinvention, resilience, and the art of selling floating mansions. David’s chil...
Jan 09, 2025•1 hr 20 min•Season 2Ep. 26
Get ready to laugh, cry and maybe rethink your life choices because this week, Ringo and Ridgey are joined by the indomitable Simone Holtznagel! If you don’t know her already she’s not just a GUESS Jeans model or a Playboy cover star (although, let’s be real, those are iconic), she’s also a TV personality (Australia’s Next Top Model, I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here), a new mum and Australia’s sassiest blonde. Simone takes us back to the pre-Instagram era of modeling—yes, there was life befor...
Dec 16, 2024•57 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Get ready for an eye-opening, humorous, and deeply human conversation with Madison Ashton, one of Australia’s most renowned sex workers. In this episode, Madison pulls back the curtain on the realities of her profession, offering a candid look at the business, the stigma, and the unexpected tax headaches of life in her industry. From her first steps into sex work to becoming a leading voice in the field, Madison shares her journey with wit and wisdom. She dives into the challenges of navigating ...
Dec 09, 2024•57 min•Season 1Ep. 24
What happens when a comedian swaps punchlines for hard-hitting truths about life, trauma, and mental health? In this episode, Mike King takes us on a raw, real, and unexpectedly funny journey from the highs of celebrity life to the deeper struggles lurking underneath. Spoiler: fame isn’t all it’s cracked up to be. Mike dives into his childhood, family dynamics, and how the pursuit of validation (read: the applause addiction) shaped his identity—and not always for the better. With honesty and a t...
Dec 02, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 23
Buckle up, folks—because in this borderline chaotic episode, David, Matthew and Selina Thomson, 3 people who all have ADHD (and can’t stay on topic to save their lives), attempt to wrangle the beast that is neurodivergence. This episode is an ADHD rollercoaster that covers everything from the highs and lows of personal experiences to the ridiculous societal expectations that we all love to ignore. Selina, a lawyer, Mum and host of her own podcast ‘Divergent AF’ who’s basically juggling life with...
Nov 25, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Season 1Ep. 22
