I know we say this with a lot of our podcast guests, but Adam Sheppard is truly remarkable. Born with Spina Bifida, Adam has never walked in his life and is an Australian record holder and recipient of the Australian Sports Medal. A couple of years ago after suffering ongoing leg issues, he made the courageous decision to have them removed and his zest for life is utterly contagious. Additionally, since we recorded this chat, he's now qualified for the Olympics! See omnystudio.com/listener for p...
Jul 14, 2025•40 min
In this ep we catch up with Aussie rapper 360 about sex, drugs and what happens when you have too much of the latter. We also chat about getting clean and an almost fatal scrotum injury! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 20, 2025•50 min•Season 4Ep. 5
The boys are back after a short break and they're just shooting the sh*t (it's an Aussie term for talking about anything for those wondering). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 07, 2025•38 min•Season 4Ep. 5
Cameron Merchant's life should be a book (and it's about to be!). From surviving a tsunami, to playing first class cricket, finding actual love on Married at First Sight, to finding his purpose in life, Cam's life has been a rollercoaster to say the least! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mar 10, 2025•48 min•Season 4Ep. 3
An important episode for parents of teenagers. Ashlee Thomas was diagnosed with anorexia at 14 and her story is one of strength. In this episode she discusses what led to her diagnosis and how she conquered it and now helps others. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 16, 2025•53 min•Season 4Ep. 2
The boys are back for 2025 and first up they're just having a chat. In this ep they talk about Christo's newfound love of the BBQ, Dion's skills at Facebook Marketplace and how Christo uses it to his advantage and we sprinkle in a dash of childhood trauma where one of them almost drowned in a freak accident. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 05, 2025•34 min•Season 4Ep. 1
We're not kidding when we say that Dion almost died. Here is his full recount of what the hell went wrong and why he wound up in hospital for 2 weeks! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dec 01, 2024•32 min•Season 3Ep. 24
In this episode, Christo and Dion talk about Dion's eyes, male botox, whether you like your new dog better than your first and how Chat GPT evaluates your life! It's the Viciously Mediocre edition of The BROWN PARK Podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 17, 2024•26 min•Season 3Ep. 23
Sexologist Isiah McKimmie is back for another round of The Good Husbands Club, where we get advice on how to be a better husband/partner. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 03, 2024•41 min•Season 3Ep. 22
Pete Evans sits down for a chat about being at the peak of his career and then being cancelled. He also discusses health, nutrition and how to mow a freakin' big lawn! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 20, 2024•57 min•Season 3Ep. 21
Deric Cahill has found internet fame through his colourful ongoing series F**ck This House and his posts about relatable parenting. He's also been very vocal about the unfortunate failure of his chocolate company Wicked Bold. Over the next 40 minutes we talk about it all and at times the language in the pod is fruity so be warned friends! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 06, 2024•40 min•Season 3Ep. 20
Christian Hull is our guest on the pod this week. We chat about his upbringing, his life in radio, YouTubing, the Fuck Off Shop and everything in between! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 22, 2024•52 min•Season 3Ep. 19
Brad Smeele's story is as devastating as it is inspiring. A pro-wakeboarder whose life changed forever in a split second a decade ago and he joins Christo and Dion for a chat about his amazing journey. BRAD'S LINKS: https://www.instagram.com/bradsmeele Buy his book Owning It See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Sep 08, 2024•45 min•Season 3Ep. 18
Brenden Hall is one of Australia's most celebrated Para athletes ever in the pool. As the Paris Paralympics get underway, we thought we'd revisit our chat with the Australian Flag Bearer, about his life, his parents tough decision that ultimately helped him become the champion he is today and the struggles he faced gettingt to Paris. Follow Brenden on Instagram here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Aug 28, 2024•44 min•Season 3Ep. 17
Lee Marvin Hitchman's story will leave your head spinning! The title of his memoir, Born In Prison: How I Survived Shootings, Stabbings, Prison, Crack Addiction, Manchester Gangs and Dog Attacks is only HALF of his story. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 18, 2024•38 min•Season 3Ep. 16
Christo and Dion are always working to be better husbands to their wives, but think they can do better! So they've started The Good Husbands Club, a semi-regular look at how to be a better husband utilising the brains of some of the best relationship experts. Our first guest into the club is Couples Counsellor, Relationship Counsellor and Sexologist, Isiah McKimmie. As one of Australia’s most qualified and sought after relationship and intimacy experts, she works with high achieving women and co...
Aug 04, 2024•38 min•Season 3Ep. 15
Xanthia Gregory has a story unlike any other. Thrown into a cult at a young age, married at 19, survived domestic violence, became a stripper and is now a psychotherapist helping others! So grab a cup of your chosen liquid, sit back and hear a story about an incredible journey that's lead to an incredible life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 21, 2024•50 min•Season 3Ep. 14
Is your mirror suddenly yelling "Who are you?" It's a midlife crisis, not a horror movie. (Probably.) Do you feel like you woke up in the wrong life, complete with questionable fashion choices? This episode dives headfirst into the world of the midlife crisis with The Wife Expert and midlife crisis authority Laurie McDermott. We'll help you navigate this hot mess with laughter, relatable stories, and maybe even a roadmap (finger crossed). Laurie's Links: www.thewifeexpert.com Instagram See omnys...
Jul 08, 2024•45 min•Season 3Ep. 13
Dean Gladstone, former lifeguard and star of the popular tv show Bondi Rescue, is our guest on the pod this week. He chats to Christo and Dion about his life on Australia's most famous beach and ice baths! DEAN'S LINKS: https://www.deanogladstone.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 23, 2024•41 min•Season 3Ep. 12
WARNING: This episode contains sensitive content including suicide. If you or anyone you know needs help, please call (in Australia) Lifeline on 131114. Jack Davis from It's Cool To Cry lost his girlfriend to her mental health battle 10 years ago and has spent the past decade attempting to unwrap the mind of someone who chooses to take their own life and the mental health struggles they go through. In this special episode to honour Mens Mental Health Month and Mens Mental Health Week, we go in d...
Jun 09, 2024•46 min•Season 3Ep. 11
Ex-military turned author AC Edwards lifts the lid on his incredible journey - from paratrooper and security detail to bestselling author. Edwards discusses his experiences in the military as a paratrooper, then into the Federal Police and back to the army and the transition to writing, and the unique skills he brings to his craft. Tune in for insights on security, service, storytelling, and the creative process as he goes in depth on life in the military with Christo and Dion. See omnystudio.co...
Jun 02, 2024•31 min•Season 3Ep. 10
Join Christo and Dion as they chat with Dustin Henson, a DIY woodworker who battles ADHD, and his trusty dog, Maple. Dustin shares stories from his workshop, revealing how woodworking helps him manage his ADHD. From unexpected distractions to creative breakthroughs, this episode is packed with inspiration and practical tips for fellow woodworkers and ADHD warriors. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 19, 2024•36 min•Season 3Ep. 9
Bec “Rowdy” Rawlings (nee Rodriguez) is a bare knuckle fighting world champion; a former MMA and UFC star; and she’s an absolute warrior. We were so honoured that Rowdy chose to sit with us and bravely share her story. To say she survived domestic violence downplays the violence, the terror and the horror she experienced. Here, she opens up about her life both inside and outside the ring, shedding light on the often overlooked intersection of athleticism and personal struggle. Hear firsthand how...
May 05, 2024•46 min•Season 3Ep. 8
Baz Hulse spent almost 10 years bouncing between some of the worst prisons on the planet for a crime he says he didn't commit. Get Barry's book No Tension here . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 21, 2024•38 min•Season 3Ep. 7
Zach Watson is a recovering manchild and is helping to educate couples about the mental load they put on their partners. ZACH'S LINKS: https://www.instagram.com/realzachthinkshare/ Check out his Relationship Consult here: https://stan.store/Zachthinkshare/Relationshipgoalsconsult Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Apr 07, 2024•30 min•Season 3Ep. 6
If you thought meditation was hard to do or was too "alternative", think again! Luke McLeod has "become one of Australia’s most popular thought leaders and practitioners in mindfulness and meditation," according to his website. "He specialises in helping others deal with anxiety, overwhelm and emotional distress through meditation in a comfortable and relatable manner." In our chat, Luke explains how easy it is to meditate (and gives examples of how to do it) and how he had a Julia Roberts Eat P...
Mar 25, 2024•35 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Alexa Leary's story is one of pure survival. She cheated death in an horrific cycling injury which left her with a traumatic brain injury and almost a zero chance of survival. Two-years later, she looks set to represent Australia at the Paralympics in Paris! The fighting spirit inside of this 20-year-old Queenslander is extraordinary and one that has to be heard to be believed. ALEXA'S LINKS: https://www.instagram.com/alexa_leary https://www.instagram.com/alexaleary.tri https://www.tiktok.com/@l...
Mar 10, 2024•44 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Australia fell in love with Reggie Bird when she took out the 3rd season of Big Brother back in 2003 (and again in 2022). The fish and chip shop owner from Tassie, soon after winning the first time around, revealed that she'd been diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa – a rare degenerative eye disease that will eventually send her completely blind. Then, shortly after winning the second time around, she was diagnosed with Usher Syndrome, which will also most likely make her completely deaf. In thi...
Feb 25, 2024•40 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Lauren Brant started her public life as a member of kids group Hi-5 and toured the world, but with that level of fame came the media scandals. However, a spot on I'm A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here Australia changed her life forever and she's now the proud Mum to 3 boys (with another on the way) and wife to AFL legend Barry Hall. LAUREN'S LINKS: Instagram Nectar Vodka BROWN PARK LINKS: Instagram Facebook Tik Tok Website Shop Brown Park Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. ...
Feb 11, 2024•43 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Denham Hitchcock has reported on the front lines of war zones, hurricanes, presidential inaugurations and from the red carpet of the Oscars, but his greatest challenge came when he quit his career of 25 years to go sailing on a boat with his wife and daughter. Now, his days are spent searching for food and ensuring that his boat/home is maintained! BROWN PARK LINKS: Instagram Facebook Tik Tok Website Shop Brown Park Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. See omnystudio.com/...
Jan 14, 2024•37 min•Season 3Ep. 1
