The Ridiculously Human Podcast

Christmas Eve 2024, we were dining in a cosy Italian Restaurant, in Hoi An, Vietnam. It felt like we were in some little nook of Manhattan. We got speaking to the owner, Tu, to find out more about her business and how she learned to make delicious authentic Italian Food, like an Italian Grandmother would make. She is a trained Barista, who taught herself how to make Greek and Vegan Yogurt to sell online and survive financially during Covid. She then learned how to cook rather exceptional Italian cuisine from YouTube videos, cooking shows and recipe books. She now owns The Lions Room, Italian Restaurant and The Piatti Cafe, in Hoi An, Vietnam. Her story really inspired me. An absolutely courageous young woman, who also had the confidence to speak to me in English, in my first ever in-person Podcast interview. Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Tu: InstagramInstagram Discussion Links Hoi AnVietnam War Music By Matthew Parker Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review: Apple Podcasts SpotifyFollow Podcast onFaceBookInstagramYouTubeTwitterLinkedIn

Raja Miah is a UK grooming gang activist. Raja has worked directly with world leaders and is internationally recognised as an expert in tackling extremism, safeguarding children and strengthening communities. By the age of 30, he was awarded an MBE for his services to the community. In his second life, he has been responsible for leading a six year campaign exposing UK politicians who were involved in protecting Pakistani Rape Gangs. Parts of this conversation may be difficult to comprehend. Please protect your daughters at all costs. Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Raja Miah: WebsiteXYouTubeFaceBook PatreonBuy Raja a Coffee Discussion Links Civil Rights Movement Suffragette Movement Southport Riots Maggie Oliver Foundation People Discussed Emmeline Pankhurst Andrew Gold Rupert Lowe Jess Phillips Maggie Oliver Books Mentioned The Satanic Verses Music By Matthew Parker Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review: Apple Podcasts SpotifyFollow Podcast onFaceBookInstagramYouTubeTwitterLinkedIn

Maxim Wheatley, is an inspiring young man. He’s spent his professional life as somewhat of a misfit toy and cowboy! Fortuitous events led him to building his current business, Jet Patient, which is disrupting a mammoth…the US Medical Industry. He currently finds himself as the CEO of a business aspiring for a $25bn valuation within the next few years. Maxim’s worldviews are uncommon due to being an immigrant living the American Dream. He has garnered a unique perspective of business and leadership after studying Cognitive Science and Psychology, and also having successfully transacted an Exit from his first business, Life Fuels. Banger of a conversation with so much to learn from this Pod. Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Maxim Wheatley: WebsiteXLinkedIn Discussion Links Virginia Tech PADI Seals People Discussed Adam Rossi Books Mentioned Growth Mindset Music By Matthew Parker Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher TuneIn Google PodcastsFollow Podcast onFaceBookInstagramYouTubeTwitterLinkedIn

Happy New YEAR! I hope 2025 is off to a cracking start. Speaking to other people is hands down one of the best ways to increase your knowledge and understanding of how the world works, and what drives other humans. Today’s Podcast I talk about the important lessons and reminders learned in 2024 from speaking to amazing guests! ---------------- LESSON 1: Remove Toxic Friends from Your Life LESSON 2: How an 83 Year Old Mentor Changed her Life LESSON 3: Re-directing an Addictive personality LESSON 4: What is Nice Guy Syndrome? LESSON 5: How your Body Holds onto Pain LESSON 6: Why we Must be Altruistic about the Next Generation LESSON 7: How To Keep Your Kids Grounded LESSON 8: How To Deal with Male Adult Loneliness LESSON 9: The Life Changing Impact of Fatherhood LESSON 10: The Importance of Playfulness and Laughter LESSON 11: The Mental Preparation of an Olympic Athlete LESSON 12: The 4 Main Issues with Modern Footwear LESSON 13: Essential 4 Levels of Trust for a Deep Relationship LESSON 14: Life Long Impacts from an Abusive Alcoholic Father LESSON 15: Breaking and Exploring Your Victim Mindset LESSON 16: Preventing the Deep Cycle of Childhood Abuse and Trauma LESSON 17: Why do Women Live in Fear? LESSON 18: Homeschooled Kids have No Socialisation Issues LESSON 19: Is Free, Wireless Energy Scalable, or just a Myth? LESSON 20: AI is Being Yourself on Steroids LESSON 21: Environmental Issues Destroying Livelihoods of many Africans LESSON 22: Show up with Big Dad Energy! LESSON 23: Life changing Impact after Suffering a Stroke LESSON 24: Testing AI Avatars - Life is now a Simulation

My Pod this week is with Vicky… Vicky is actually an AI Avatar created through HeyGen Labs As it’s nearly the end of the year, I wanted to have a little fun and also test how good these AI Avatars really are. There were some glitches in the matrix when it came to her voice screeching a few times. However, for a product in its infancy, it is incredible what they have created. Well, it’s half incredible and half as scary as hell! She is specifically trained to help with tough conversations, so I put her through the ringer and was pleasantly surprised. AI is taking us by storm, so best we all start getting familiar with it. Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review:Apple Podcasts SpotifyFollow us on:FaceBookInstagramYouTubeTwitterLinkedIn

Jennie Gow, is a Formula One Motor Racing journalist and broadcaster. She is widely regarded as one of the sport's leading media specialists. Jennie is one of the few women to work in the F1’s demanding environment, collaborating closely with the sport's best drivers. She has witnessed first hand the world class team effort, for which Formula One is famous. Broadcasting into our TV’s and Radio’s on race days since 2010. She has brought to life the intense experience of F1 races, driver rivalries and other insights from the F1 pit lane. In December 2022, her world and life changed forever when she suffered a stroke. Her tenacious spirit shone brightly during her recovery. So much so that she accepted the challenge of publishing her first book “How to Read F1”. Such an inspiring and fun lady, who I feel hugely honoured to have spoken with. Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Jennie Gow: WebsiteXLinkedInYouTube Discussion Links 2021 F1 Abu Dhabi Race People Discussed Lewis HamiltonMax Verstappen Books Mentioned How To Read F1 Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review: Apple Podcasts SpotifyFollow Podcast onFaceBookInstagramYouTubeTwitterLinkedIn

A police officer and girl dad by day, and a full throttle entrepreneur by night. Kevin Bell, has a special aura about him and always brings high spirited and good energy. He has been dedicated to self-improvement his whole life and aims to push the boundaries whenever he can. Kevin is a self-proclaimed normal guy, but I see him hitting home runs everywhere. I’m attracted to authenticity and can confidently say this is the start of a bromance for sure! Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Kevin Bell: XNewsletter People Discussed Gary VaynerchukDavid Goggins Books Mentioned Strong Fathers, Strong DaughtersThe Conscious ParenSoundtracks The DipCan’t Hurt Me Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review: Apple Podcasts SpotifyFollow Podcast onFaceBookInstagramYouTubeTwitterLinkedIn

To find the truth, you pretty much always need to go to source. That’s why my conversation with Jusper Machogu is so important. It dispels a narrative we are spoon-fed on a daily basis around living sustainably. The information around climate alarmism is mostly generated by academics sitting in their ivory towers with no real life experience. They have definitely not walked a day in the shoes of a guy like Jusper and people in his community. The worries that you and I experience, are first world problems. Our sense of reality is so far removed from how the majority of people barely get by to ‘survive’ An eye-opening conversation with my Kenyan brother! Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Jusper Machogu: TwitterSubstackBuy me a coffeeBTC address Discussion Links Phosphate Rock Chama in KenyaBitcoin Chama People Discussed Adam Rossi Books Mentioned Confessions of an Economic HitmanHydrogen Economy Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review: Apple Podcasts SpotifyFollow Podcast onFaceBookInstagramYouTubeTwitterLinkedIn

Luis' interest in computing started when his parents bought his first computer, an Intel 486. He was 6 years old and it cost them more than a month’s salary! He also played basketball for over 26 years, reaching a semi-professional level in Spain. The emergence of generative AI, with the advent of ChatGPT, changed his life. He began sharing AI content on social media. Gradually, his content gained more and more interest. Allowing him to quit his job and dedicate 100% of his time to creating content for his social media channels. Now, he works less, earns more, and does something he loves! Legend bloke and great conversation! Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Luis Riancho: TwitterInstagramLinkTreeYouTubeTikTok LinkedIn Discussion Links 486 Computer CantabriaChat GPTLuma AIPika LabsPika ArtSuno AIRemix AIBaldur's Gate 3 People Discussed Kris Kashtanova Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review: Apple Podcasts SpotifyFollow Podcast onFaceBookInstagramYouTubeTwitterLinkedIn

Tom Paladino, has dedicated 50 years of his life researching a break-through branch of physics, called Scalar Light Therapy. He developed a deep admiration for the Father of Scalar Light, Nikola Tesla, and later on for Galen Hieronymus. Scalar light instruments harness sun energy which is the light force of the universe. The conundrum that such energy was not found within the electromagnetic spectrum, fascinated him. There are two energies in the universe: Scalar Energy and electromagnetic energy. The laws that govern Scalar Energy are distinct from the laws that govern electromagnetic energy. The world needs people like Tom who are dedicated to making breakthroughs like this Very interesting chat, that will most likely leave you with many further questions… Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Tom Paladino: WebsiteYouTubeTwitter LinkedInFacebookInstagramTik Tok Discussion Links Wireless EnergyHieronymus InstrumentScalar WavesLaw of Attraction People Discussed Nikola TeslaGalen Hieronymus Books Mentioned The Hydrogen Economy Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review: Apple Podcasts SpotifyFollow Podcast onFaceBookInstagramYouTubeTwitterLinkedIn

The tenacity and strength it takes to go against the grain in society, should be revered! Nicki Truesdell, was definitely meant to be on this earth. Although, her life may have never commenced based on a decision her 14 year old mother decided not to take… The world should be thankful for people like Nicki’s parents, and Nicki too. They’ve dealt with the ridicule, the shame, challenged the authorities, and paved the way for future generations to have an alternative learning environment. She is an inspiring woman with a tough life story, and I also got to pick her brains on all things homeschooling! Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Nicki Truesdell: WebsiteTwitterInstagram Discussion Links Knowledge Keepers Bookstore People Discussed Jeanice BarceloAlvin Irby Books Mentioned Anyone Can Homeschool Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review: Apple Podcasts SpotifyFollow Podcast onFaceBookInstagramYouTubeTwitterLinkedIn

One of the greatest gifts a human has, is the ability to create music. Just being able to sing a cappella, or pick up a guitar and strum some tunes, is a talent gifted to so few. Anne-Marie Smuts, always had a burning desire to make music, share her vibes with the world and play to large crowds. However, life had other ideas and that little fire burning in her tummy had to wait many years to finally get ignited! I’m always so impressed by the resilience of people, especially children. Anne-Marie, had a seriously tough childhood which started when her Dad had a serious car accident. From there, their lifestyle began to degrade. Fortunately, the South African spirit in her, means that she is a fighter! These days, her music career is ready to take off, and her beautiful voice is a gift to uplift us and encourage the weary. Like two buddies having a conversation. This was special! Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Anne-Marie Smuts: TwitterYouTube Discussion Links Korsakoff Syndrome Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review: Apple Podcasts SpotifyFollow Podcast onFaceBookInstagramYouTubeTwitterLinkedIn

Brent, is an absolute diamond of a man. He has endured an extreme amount of hardship and suffering in his life. Dealing with physical, emotional and intellectual abuse as a child and adult. Yet, he is a man on a mission aiming to make the world a better place by not repeating the patterns of his past. Any parent or father listening, who has struggles of their own, is going to want to take notes of his resilience and ability to piece himself together by trying to understand life and the cards he was dealt. One of the smartest, self-taught guys I know. A curious human always aiming to understand and improve. A must listen!! Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Brent M: Twitter Discussion Links Salt Lake City MarathonRhabdomyolysisR vs K Sexual Selection People Discussed Knees Over Toes GuyJordan GoldsteinLindy LouiseDr. Gabor MatèBruce LiptonNoah Ryan Books Mentioned In The Realm of Hungry Ghosts Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review: Apple Podcasts SpotifyFollow Podcast onFaceBookInstagramYouTubeTwitterLinkedIn

For a long time, my thoughts have been that the best education is provided through travelling. It opens you up to the reality of the world, and to the truth, because you see and experience things with your own eyes. You are exposed to the melting pot of world cultures and traditions. Jordan Urbs, is a well-seasoned traveller. After a brief stint working a 9-5, he decided to rather be broke, than sell his time! So he spent 12 years travelling the world making videos with people. He dove head-first into life without a care for the consequences. However, that all changed once he realised he was not living up to his self-worth and making excuses for his potential. He’s now experiencing the beginning of a new era of life in El Salvador, with his wife and two kids. A totally different man….wise, with purpose and drive. He is also going to show and teach us how to do the same for ourselves too! Top bloke. Deep Pod conversation! Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Jordan Urbs: WebsiteTwitterAuthentic Video Club Discussion Links El SalvadorCouch Surfing Iquitos People Discussed Max KaiserMichael Ruiz Books Mentioned VagabondingThe Coddling of the American Mind Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review: Apple Podcasts SpotifyFollow Podcast onFaceBookInstagramYouTubeTwitterLinkedIn

Growing up with an abusive alcoholic father often leaves scarring and has a lifelong impact on a child. In 2005, Amanda Carneiro, overcame her lifelong battle with depression and anxiety. She also shed the extra 30 pounds she had put on going through her traumatic experience. Completely transforming her body and my mind, spilled over to other areas of her life: Her career blossomed, relationships improved, and self-worth sky-rocketed. She is now a seasoned world traveller, teaching others how to overcome their health issues, how to better understand themselves and their bodies, and how to live more prosperous and full lives! I really enjoyed chatting with Amanda, tons to learn in this Pod!!! Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: Home luxuries you miss when in Central/South AmericaThe difficulty in being healthy in USAImportance of taking breaks from environmentsDealing with life long depression and anxietyGrowing up with an abusive alcoholic fatherDealing with childhood traumaHealing bloating and gut issuesIdentifying you have gut issuesSupplements - good or bad?How to avoid late night snacksGetting optimal sleepHomeschooling renaissanceTravel being the greatest teacher I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Amanda Carneiro: WebsiteTwitterInstagramLinkedTree Discussion Links Matt Walker - Joe Rogan Podcast Books Mentioned The Second Brain - Michael D Gershon Why We Sleep - Matt Walker Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts |Follow Podcast on: FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn |

Most people have trust issues in their relationships and they don’t even realise it. They fail at the first hurdle of Trust and never allow their relationships to flourish by getting to Trust level 4. Adam Lane Smith, is an Attachment Specialist and draws from his wealth of clinical experience and personal insight. His journey began helping the inmates of prisons to see themselves in a different light. Now, he is helping to re-write the belief about how human connection is supposed to function. Adam teaches honesty, direct communication, clear boundaries, and measurable levels of trust, to build secure and healthy relationships. This is one you will want to have on repeat. Great chat with a legend of a bloke!! Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Adam Lane Smith: WebsiteInstagramTwitterYoutubeEmailTikTokLinktree Discussion Links 17 Ugly Truths Podcast Food DocumentaryYellow Journalism People Discussed Chris WilliamsonSal Di StefanoAli CovingtonGrace PriceVin Zhang Music By Matthew Parker Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review: Apple Podcasts SpotifyFollow Podcast on: FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn |

Often, many problems in life are right under our noses….or our feet, in this instance! After many years of playing high level junior tennis and suffering from various injuries, Melker Svärd, associated these injuries to just playing tennis at a high level. Then he became super interested in feet and footwear. His company co-conducted the largest foot and shoe research study in the world, and their findings were quite staggering. Together with his brother, they are on a mission to change the footwear industry and get people healthier from the ground up! Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Melker Svärd: WebsiteTwitterInstagram Discussion Links Vivo Barefoot ShoesVibram ShoesGothenburgBecker and Edberg WimbledonGrounding MatMy Foot FunctionHallux Valgus People Discussed Boris BeckerStefan EdbergRoger Federer Books Mentioned Born To Run Music By Matthew Parker Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review: Apple Podcasts SpotifyFollow Podcast on: FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn |

Storytelling is fundamental to the evolution of humans and continuation of traditions and sharing deep wisdom. Jon Jon Park, is a man full of stories worth hearing. His Dad, Reg Park, was an iconic figure who greatly influenced the world of bodybuilding. Growing up with a father of his stature, provided Jon Jon with a unique outlook on life. He also learned the mindset of a champion. It’s a huge privilege for me to sit down and chat to a man like Jon Jon. Lots of relatable value packed into this conversation! Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Jon Jon Park: Instagram Discussion Links Legend of the Glass Mountain Arnold ClassicHercules Movies People Discussed Reg ParkArnold Schwarzenegger Music By Matthew Parker Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher TuneIn Google PodcastsFollow Podcast onFaceBookInstagramYouTubeTwitterLinkedIn

Case Bradford is on a mission to elevate our vitality, through training outdoors and eating loads of ice-cream! He was once a podgy, and unhealthy chap, but turned his life around and now helps others to elevate their body-mind health and fitness. He is deeply connected to nature and you will often find him doing fitness trapeze acts on the beaches of California Take everything you have been programmed about fitness, throw it out the window, and give this Podcast a listen! You will want to change your fitness and life habits as a result. Case is a gem of a man. Super conversation! Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Case Bradford: WebsiteTwitterInstagramYouTubeLink Tree Discussion Links Negative ionsDaylightBiggest Little Farm- MovieEllipsis Earth People Discussed Adam RossiChris WilliamsonPaul ChekMark SissonRobb WolfRafe KelleyEllie MackayCharles Eisenstein Books Mentioned Sacred Economics The More Beautiful World Our Hearts Know Is Possible- Charles Eisenstein Music By Matthew Parker Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts |Follow Podcast on: FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn |

One day, Erik Kaiser, was worth $200m and the next day he was worth -$5m It was a moment which changed his perception of the world, changed his personality, and ultimately set him on a new trajectory. He has risen from the ashes, more times than he has been burnt to the ground. He shares the harsh realities of business, to offer a truly balanced perspective. Which is quite the opposite to the glitz and glamour so many entrepreneurs these days want you to think. His favourite pastime is debunking business tweets an X He solves problems through 30 years of self-funded startups and his latest venture, Crush The Memory, is the best idea I have seen in a long time!! Which we discuss at the end of our Pod conversation today. Discussion Topics: What you will discover from listening to this Podcast: I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did. Your fellow being Gareth SHOW NOTES Background, Context & Reference Connect with Erik Kaiser: WebsiteTwitterWebsiteTwitterLinkedIn Discussion Links Kaiser Chiefs- BandKaizer Chiefs EpigeneticsSuno AIMidjourneyChat GPT Books Mentioned Why We Sleep Music By Matthew Parker Right Hook Request HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Please tell Your Friends & Share Online Subscribe, Rate & Review: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher | TuneIn | Google Podcasts |Follow Podcast on: FaceBook | Instagram | YouTube | Twitter | LinkedIn |