Mental As Anyone with J.Mo
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Über den Podcast
Welcome to Mental As Anyone I’m JMo, and in this series, we explore mental health. I’m the first to know that’s not easy, having battled on my own journey. Now, I’ll be speaking with others who are ready to share their own insights and lessons. So join me, as we learn together, that we are mental as anyone.
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Tammy Hembrow: Human First, Brand Second
Australian digital entrepreneur and fitness influencer Tammy Hembrow sits down with Jmo to share a vulnerable look into her life beyond the social media highlight reel. Tammy opens up about the pressure of …
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Australian digital entrepreneur and fitness influencer Tammy Hembrow sits down with Jmo to share a vulnerable look into her life beyond the social media highlight reel.
Tammy opens up about the pressure of public expectations, managing anxiety, and why she identifies as a shy homebody despite her massive online presence.
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Toby Allen on Human Nature and Hard Choices
In this candid episode, Jmo sits down with Toby Allen from Human Nature. Toby opens up about what it really took to navigate decades in the music industry. Moving past the polished image and glossy headlines …
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In this candid episode, Jmo sits down with Toby Allen from Human Nature. Toby opens up about what it really took to navigate decades in the music industry.
Moving past the polished image and glossy headlines, he discusses the truth behind the band's biggest moments, including putting everything on the line to launch their iconic Las Vegas residency when record sales were slipping.
He also shares his personal journey of navigating fame while feeling the need to guard his identity and sexuality early on, shedding light on the pressures of the pop world and the power of finally telling the full story.
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Breaking Badly: Raygun on Public Backlash and Mental Health
In this episode of Mental as Anyone, host Jmo speaks with Olympic breaker Rachel Gunn about the psychological impact of viral online hate and media scrutiny. Gunn opens up about navigating panic and anxiety …
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In this episode of Mental as Anyone, host Jmo speaks with Olympic breaker Rachel Gunn about the psychological impact of viral online hate and media scrutiny. Gunn opens up about navigating panic and anxiety, the role medication and professional support played in her recovery, and how she works to protect her mental wellbeing today.
This conversation offers a powerful lesson on separating self-worth from external commentary, reclaiming your own narrative after trauma, and learning how to take small steps back toward the passions that make you feel whole.
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Interior Stylist Steve Cordony: Stripping Back the Layers and New Beginnings
Interior stylist and tastemaker Steve Cordony joins JMo to discuss the reality behind his polished public image. Steve reflects on his mental health journey, sharing his experience with a sudden 2020 panic …
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Interior stylist and tastemaker Steve Cordony joins JMo to discuss the reality behind his polished public image. Steve reflects on his mental health journey, sharing his experience with a sudden 2020 panic disorder diagnosis and how years of unaddressed pressure and expectations led to burnout. He opens up about navigating a high-profile divorce after a 15-year relationship, finding balance through daily wellness practices and therapy, and learning to let go of perfectionism to build a more authentic life.
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Callan McAuliffe: Industry Pressure, Mental Health, and Life After The Walking Dead
Actor Callan McAuliffe joins host JMo for a candid conversation about growing up in the spotlight and sustaining a long-term acting career. McAuliffe opens up about starting out young in Rob Reiner's Flipped …
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Actor Callan McAuliffe joins host JMo for a candid conversation about growing up in the spotlight and sustaining a long-term acting career. McAuliffe opens up about starting out young in Rob Reiner's Flipped, learning to detach from constant industry rejection, navigating high-stakes auditions, and managing the shift in identity and accent that comes with moving to the U.S. as an Australian teenager. He reflects on his experiences with The Walking Dead fan base, memorable moments on set with Tom Hanks, and how he maintains grounded mental well-being in a high-pressure industry.
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Matthew Mitcham: Sober, Single and Self Aware
In this candid conversation, Jmo sits down with Olympic gold medalist Matthew Mitcham.Where Matthew discusses reaching over ten years of continuous sobriety after overcoming a severe crystal meth addiction. He …
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In this candid conversation, Jmo sits down with Olympic gold medalist Matthew Mitcham.
Where Matthew discusses reaching over ten years of continuous sobriety after overcoming a severe crystal meth addiction.
He reflects on his journey through rehab and 12-step recovery, breaking down how he unlearned deep-seated patterns of low self-esteem and perfectionism that once dominated his life.
Matthew discusses the emotional reality of learning to be comfortable in his own company after decades of back-to-back relationships, tackling the fear of isolation, and avoiding the trap of swapping one addiction for another.
He also shares his practical daily "mental health maintenance" routine, explaining why keeping his mindset healthy requires ongoing work, self-inventories, and a commitment to processing rejection sensitivity dysphoria (RSD) without slipping into old habits.
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Lifeline Chair Steve Moylan on Why No One is Ever Truly Alone
In this episode of Mental as Anyone, host JMo is joined by psychiatrist and Lifeline Chair, Professor Steve Moylan. Together, they take a deep dive into the reality of Australia's mental health crisis …
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In this episode of Mental as Anyone, host JMo is joined by psychiatrist and Lifeline Chair, Professor Steve Moylan.
Together, they take a deep dive into the reality of Australia's mental health crisis, exploring how modern societal pressures and the "information age" impact our brains.
Dr Moylan opens up about his personal journey surviving the 1998 Bali bombings, living with PTSD, and how connection serves as our most powerful tool against despair. From unpacking the stats behind Lifeline's 4,000 daily contacts to understanding the root causes of suicidal thinking, this conversation with Steve Moylan provides essential insights, hope, and practical advice for anyone navigating mental health struggles.
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Mitch Brown: AFL Veteran on Bisexuality, Vulnerability, and Healing
In this episode of Mental as Anyone, host Jmo sits down with former AFL player and mental health advocate Mitch Brown for an honest conversation about identity, privilege, and self-acceptance. Mitch opens up …
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In this episode of Mental as Anyone, host Jmo sits down with former AFL player and mental health advocate Mitch Brown for an honest conversation about identity, privilege, and self-acceptance. Mitch opens up about his public journey as a bisexual man in a hypermasculine sporting space, shedding light on the complexities of navigating internalised biphobia, societal expectations, and the pressure to fit into narrow categories.
He reflects on the painful breakdown of his marriage, the severe mental health crisis that followed, and the deep vulnerability required to rebuild his life alongside his partner, Lou. Together, JMo and Mitch explore the importance of call-out culture regarding homophobia in sport, the life-saving impact of medication and genuine support systems, and how embracing authentic vulnerability has ultimately become Mitch's greatest source of daily resilience.
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Katie Williams on Overcoming Shame and Finding Love Again
In this episode of Mental as Anyone, host JMo sits down with athlete and content creator Katie Williams for an intimate conversation about life's biggest transitions. Katie opens up about her adult ADHD …
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In this episode of Mental as Anyone, host JMo sits down with athlete and content creator Katie Williams for an intimate conversation about life's biggest transitions. Katie opens up about her adult ADHD diagnosis, overcoming imposter syndrome, and learning to manage a hyper-aware nervous system through daily routines and movement.
She candidly shares the painful process of calling off her wedding, breaking down the dualities of grief, shame, and ultimate self-love that came with choosing her own path. Katie also reflects on her fluid perspective on sexuality, navigating public perception, and how unconventional healing methods, from somatic therapy and EMDR to running, helped her process trauma following the Bondi attacks. Together, JMo and Katie explore the power of community empathy, vulnerability, and the courage required to break down and rebuild.
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Julia Morris: ADHD and Life After TV
In this episode of Mental As Anyone, J-Mo sits down with comedian, TV host, and showbiz veteran Julia Morris. With their shared nickname making them "J-Mo squared," the two discuss navigating high-profile media …
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In this episode of Mental As Anyone, J-Mo sits down with comedian, TV host, and showbiz veteran Julia Morris. With their shared nickname making them "J-Mo squared," the two discuss navigating high-profile media careers, midlife reinvention, and Julia’s late-in-life ADHD diagnosis, which finally helped her map out the "maths" of her own brain.
From the intense 17-hour workdays hosting I'm a Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! in South Africa to finding solace in cleaning her home, Julia shares how she learned to embrace her foibles, shed people-pleasing habits, and enforce zero-tolerance boundaries. Raw, hilarious, and deeply relatable, this episode explores the realities of women aging in entertainment, navigating life after divorce, and learning to "be the bear" instead of running from it.
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Mental As Anything: Art, Anxiety and 50 Years on the Road
In this episode, host Jonothan Moran sits down with Reg and Pete from the iconic Australian band Mental As Anything as they embark on their 50th anniversary national tour. The trio dives deep into the realities …
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In this episode, host Jonothan Moran sits down with Reg and Pete from the iconic Australian band Mental As Anything as they embark on their 50th anniversary national tour. The trio dives deep into the realities of mental health, exploring how the band's seemingly cheerful party tunes often mask darker, introspective lyrics. Reg and Pete candidly discuss the music industry's "industrial hazards," including their late bandmate Martin’s severe performance anxiety, widespread substance use, and the high toll fame takes on musicians. They also share their personal battles with anxiety and depression, and how they survived a dangerous rock culture through stable marriages, luck, and shifting to a healthier lifestyle. Ultimately, they highlight the profound, zen-like power of visual art and music therapy as essential tools for healing and meditation.
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Not Just a Model: Jordan Barrett on Body Dysmorphia and Mental Health
In this deeply candid episode of Mental As Anyone, host Jonathan Moran sits down with global superstar and highest-paid Australian male model, Jordan Barrett. Breaking his usual silence with the media, Jordan …
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In this deeply candid episode of Mental As Anyone, host Jonathan Moran sits down with global superstar and highest-paid Australian male model, Jordan Barrett.
Breaking his usual silence with the media, Jordan opens up about navigating the hyper-fast world of international modeling since the age of 13.
He shares raw insights into his personal battles with anxiety and body dysmorphia, shedding light on the restrictive control of the fashion industry and the relentless pressure to fit sample-size standards.
Jordan reveals how a critical two-year pause allowed him to reclaim ownership of his mind, body, and career through creative passions like photography, design, and acting.
From surviving industry "beasts" to conquering Island Peak, Jordan delivers a powerful reminder that mental health struggles are just phases, and finding your safe haven is entirely possible.
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Luke Bateman on Addiction, Recovery, and Why Men Need Feminism
In this episode of Mental As Anyone, JMo sits down with former NRL player, reality TV star, and BookTok sensation Luke Bateman for a raw conversation on rewriting the script on masculinity. Living in a modest …
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In this episode of Mental As Anyone, JMo sits down with former NRL player, reality TV star, and BookTok sensation Luke Bateman for a raw conversation on rewriting the script on masculinity.
Living in a modest caravan in the Queensland bush , Luke opens up about hiding his sensitive nature under the mask of a hyper-masculine culture.
He candidly shares his battle with severe depression, a destructive gambling addiction, and reaching a point far beneath rock bottom.
Luke discusses the life-saving phone call with his mother , how rehab completely dismantled his ego , and why embracing feminism and vulnerability is crucial for men's mental health.
Tune in for an unfiltered look at dismantling societal boxes, finding accountability, and building a life of genuine connection.
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Ross Lynch: Keeping It Real in a Fantasy World
In this episode of Mental As Anyone, host JMo sits down with multi-talented musician and actor Ross Lynch during his tour in Sydney, Australia. Stepping away from the typical celebrity junket, Ross opens up …
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In this episode of Mental As Anyone, host JMo sits down with multi-talented musician and actor Ross Lynch during his tour in Sydney, Australia.
Stepping away from the typical celebrity junket, Ross opens up about the unique challenges of growing up in the public eye and navigating the uncomfortable realities of modern fame. He shares honest insights on how he protects his mental health—from dealing with toxic social media comments and the trap of "doom scrolling" to utilising therapy, gym routines, and cold-water therapy to reset his mindset.
Grounded by the tight-knit support of his family, Ross explains his belief in the law of attraction and why he intentionally focuses on the good energy around him.
It is a candid, refreshing conversation about staying present, setting boundaries, and choosing to live life at a perfect ten.
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This Changes Everything: Jay Shetty on Embracing Your Messy Self
In this episode of Mental As Anyone, JMo sits down with global superstar, author, and podcast icon Jay Shetty, ahead of his exclusive Australian tour, This Changes Everything. Jay opens up about why he …
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In this episode of Mental As Anyone, JMo sits down with global superstar, author, and podcast icon Jay Shetty, ahead of his exclusive Australian tour, This Changes Everything.
Jay opens up about why he struggles with the idea of being the "biggest or best" and why he instead aspires to simply be "the only" by letting all his messy versions, paradoxes, and passions coexist.
They dive deep into the four foundational questions everyone must answer to navigate life, work, love, and service.
Jay also shares how he has reframed self-doubt and pre-show nerves as a sign of deep caring rather than insecurity , explains the crucial balance between soulful sincerity and systematic action , and reveals his absolute number one, zero-skill tip for resolving 50% of our mental health challenges.
Stay tuned until the end to see where Jay ranks on the official JMo Mental Health Scale.
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Catching the Spiral: Morgan Evans on Protecting Your Peace in the Public Eye
In this candid episode, country music star Morgan Evans sits down to discuss the deeply personal journey behind his latest record. Reconnecting with his Australian roots in Newcastle, Evans opens up about the …
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In this candid episode, country music star Morgan Evans sits down to discuss the deeply personal journey behind his latest record. Reconnecting with his Australian roots in Newcastle, Evans opens up about the "perspective snap" that helped him navigate a season of intense public scrutiny and emotional upheaval.
The conversation dives into the complexities of mental health, where Evans shares his strategies for "catching the spiral" before it takes over—from physical activity to the therapeutic nature of songwriting.
He also reflects on:
- Career Evolution: Winning the Road to Tamworth in 2007 and the 20-year journey that followed.
- Living Authentically: The challenge of separating a personal life from an international music career and the advice he would give his 21-year-old self.
- Finding Forgiveness: The story behind his new music, including writing "Forgiving You for Me" in just 20 minutes.
Jmo and Morgan compare notes on their personal mental health journeys. This conversation is a raw, insightful look at the man behind the music.
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Chloe Hayden: Language, Identity, and Heartbreak High
In this episode of Mental as Anyone, host Jonathan Moran sits down with the vibrant and multi-talented Chloe Hayden, actor, author, and advocate, for a refreshingly honest chat about mental health and identity …
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In this episode of Mental as Anyone, host Jonathan Moran sits down with the vibrant and multi-talented Chloe Hayden, actor, author, and advocate, for a refreshingly honest chat about mental health and identity.
Chloe explains why she prefers the term "autistic" over "living with autism," diving into the history and power of the language we use to describe ourselves.
The conversation gets real about the pressures of the entertainment industry, as Chloe opens up about experiencing cancel culture, dealing with severe rejection sensitivity dysphoria, and the importance of having a trusted "inner circle" to keep her grounded. Chloe also reflects on the massive impact of her character, Quinny, on Heartbreak High, calling for a future where disabled characters are written with lived experience and allowed to be more than just their diagnosis.
From stealing stickers at Netflix to the "trampoline" of support provided by her family, this episode is an insightful look at staying resilient while living life out loud.
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John Pearce: The "Hot Wiggle" on Shyness and Self-Image
Host Jonathan Moran sits down with the multi-talented John Pearce for a vulnerable conversation about the man behind the world’s most famous purple skivvy. While John is known for his incredible physique and …
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Host Jonathan Moran sits down with the multi-talented John Pearce for a vulnerable conversation about the man behind the world’s most famous purple skivvy. While John is known for his incredible physique and stage presence, the "hot wiggle" reveals a lifelong struggle with shyness and a tendency to overthink even the simplest social interactions.
In this episode, John and Jonathan discuss:
- How John was actually training to be a firefighter and studying nutrition before a chance encounter with Anthony Field changed his trajectory.
- Why John is determined to be a "present" and affectionate father to his son, Henry, a sharp contrast to his own upbringing with a strict, 60-year-old retired military father.
- John explains how lifting weights serves as his primary coping mechanism for anxiety, giving him a sense of control that the stage doesn't always provide.
- Why John is proud of The Wiggles' inclusive message, viewing the show as a "big bowl of fruit salad" where everyone has a seat at the table.
- A moving reflection on the miscarriage he and his wife Jesse endured, and the "failure after failure" they faced before finally welcoming their son.
From his early days busking in Pitt Street Mall to becoming a global icon, John shares why he still feels like a "muppet" on camera and how he maintains an 8/10 mental health rating by focusing on what truly matters: family.
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Beccy Cole: Kintsugi, and the Road to Resilience
In this raw and refreshingly honest episode, host Jonathan Moran sits down with 11-time Golden Guitar winner and Australian music icon Beccy Cole. On the day of her first album release in seven years, Through …
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In this raw and refreshingly honest episode, host Jonathan Moran sits down with 11-time Golden Guitar winner and Australian music icon Beccy Cole. On the day of her first album release in seven years, Through the Haze, Beccy opens up about her journey through a profound mental health "breakdown" and the path to reconstruction.
The conversation dives deep into the unconventional methods that aided her recovery, from equine therapy to the Japanese art of Kintsugi, the symbolic act of repairing broken pottery with gold to create something more priceless than the original. Beccy and Jonathan candidly discuss:
Navigating "broken minded" moments and the importance of getting through life in ten-minute increments.
How songwriting served as her primary therapy before engaging in professional clinical support and "rapid therapy" modalities.
A frank look at addiction and the realization that she could not heal deep sadness without being sober.
Reflecting on her journey as a lesbian in the Australian country music scene and the responsibility of being "out" to support the LGBTQ+ community in regional Australia.
This episode is a testament to the idea that while you may feel smashed into tiny pieces, it is possible to put yourself back together with more strength, humor, and joy than ever before.
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Conrad Sewell: Vulnerability is Not a Weakness
In this deeply raw and unfiltered episode, host Jonathan Moran sits down with his long-time friend and global superstar Conrad Sewell. Spanning a 20-year friendship, this conversation goes far beyond the music …
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In this deeply raw and unfiltered episode, host Jonathan Moran sits down with his long-time friend and global superstar Conrad Sewell. Spanning a 20-year friendship, this conversation goes far beyond the music industry surface to explore the "work in progress" of a man still figuring it all out.
Conrad opens up for the first time about the lasting trauma of facing national humiliation at age 16 on Australian Idol, and how that "chip on his shoulder" fueled both his meteoric rise and a destructive path of substance abuse. He shares candid details about:
The Reality of Addiction: His struggles with cocaine and alcohol, including a harrowing account of a near-death experience on Sunset Boulevard and his eventual journey into rehab.
The "Imposter" Behind the Hits: Why he struggled to accept major accolades like his ARIA Song of the Year, often attributing his success to industry "rigging" rather than his own talent.
A New Purpose: How becoming a father and meeting his partner, Jasmine, shifted his perspective, teaching him that family now carries more weight than the pursuit of being the "next Michael Jackson".
The Sound of Honesty: How his latest music is "flooded" with his truth, serving as a way to connect with anyone who has ever felt hopeless, ridiculed, or unloved.
This is a powerful look at the "angels" that keep us standing and the courage it takes to stop numbing the pain and start feeling the music again.
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Andrew Tierney: Faith, Fame, and Human Nature
In this raw and revealing episode, Jonothan Mohan sits down with Australian music icon Andrew Tierney to peel back the curtain on a decades-long "dream run" career. Andrew opens up about his private battle with …
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In this raw and revealing episode, Jonothan Mohan sits down with Australian music icon Andrew Tierney to peel back the curtain on a decades-long "dream run" career.
Andrew opens up about his private battle with alcoholism, the "grey area" of addiction, and the moment his brother and bandmate, Mike, confronted him about a hidden bottle backstage.
From the pressures of staying relevant in a changing industry to the spiritual faith that anchors his recovery, Andrew shares how he rebuilt trust with his wife, Heather, and why he now views his mental health journey as an ongoing story that is far from over.
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Bonus Ep: JMo opens up about his lived experience with Edwina McCann
This bonus episode of Mental As Anyone flips the script.Recorded live at The Pillars during Mental Health Awareness Month, JMo steps out of the host seat and into the spotlight, interviewed by Edwina McCann in …
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This bonus episode of Mental As Anyone flips the script.
Recorded live at The Pillars during Mental Health Awareness Month, JMo steps out of the host seat and into the spotlight, interviewed by Edwina McCann in a raw and unfiltered conversation about his own journey. From childhood trauma and addiction to attempts and recovery, nothing is off limits.
JMo shares what led him to tell his story so openly, how EMDR therapy has shifted his mental health, and why he believes lived experience has the power to help others feel less alone. The conversation moves between heavy truths and lighter moments, offering a deeply human look at resilience, identity, and what it means to keep going.
This is not expert advice. It is a lived experience, shared honestly, in the hope that something in it resonates and helps.
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Michael Clarke, Ben Gillies and Dr Jodie Lowinger live from SXSW
Recorded live at SXSW Sydney, this special episode of Mental As Anyone brings together cricket legend Michael Clarke, Silverchair drummer Ben Gillies, and clinical psychologist Dr Jodie Lowinger for a raw and …
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Recorded live at SXSW Sydney, this special episode of Mental As Anyone brings together cricket legend Michael Clarke, Silverchair drummer Ben Gillies, and clinical psychologist Dr Jodie Lowinger for a raw and uplifting conversation about mental health, resilience, and purpose.
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Balancing motherhood, music and mental health with Perrie Edwards
In this heartfelt episode of Mental As Anyone, host JMo sits down with global pop star Perrie Edwards to talk about life behind the spotlight. From releasing her debut solo album while expecting her second …
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In this heartfelt episode of Mental As Anyone, host JMo sits down with global pop star Perrie Edwards to talk about life behind the spotlight. From releasing her debut solo album while expecting her second child, to candidly sharing her experiences with anxiety, panic attacks, agoraphobia and miscarriage, Perrie opens up about the resilience and vulnerability that have shaped her journey. She shares how finding the right therapist transformed her mental health, why humour has been a coping mechanism, and what it really takes to balance motherhood, creativity and self-care.
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Identity, Pressure, and the Power of Letting Go with Bronte Campbell
In this episode, Olympic swimmer Bronte Campbell opens up about the psychological toll of elite sport, the challenges of defining identity beyond achievement, and the liberation that came with stepping back …
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In this episode, Olympic swimmer Bronte Campbell opens up about the psychological toll of elite sport, the challenges of defining identity beyond achievement, and the liberation that came with stepping back. From growing up in Malawi and dealing with childhood bullying, to chasing Olympic gold and confronting burnout, Bronte shares how she navigated the expectations placed on her, and how therapy and reflection helped her reshape her self-worth.
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Mental As Anyone live with Dr Jodie Lowinger and Cam Merchant
In this special live event episode of Mental as Anyone, host JMo connects with guests to explore the ups and downs of mental health, the importance of support networks, and the role of vulnerability in …
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In this special live event episode of Mental as Anyone, host JMo connects with guests to explore the ups and downs of mental health, the importance of support networks, and the role of vulnerability in recovery. Together they share candid reflections on personal battles, triumphs, and the lessons learned along the way.
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Dacre Montgomery on Mental Health and Masculinity
In this episode of Mental as Anyone, host JMo sits down with actor Dacre Montgomery (Stranger Things, Elvis) for an open conversation about masculinity, creativity, and mental health. Dacre reflects on his …
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In this episode of Mental as Anyone, host JMo sits down with actor Dacre Montgomery (Stranger Things, Elvis) for an open conversation about masculinity, creativity, and mental health. Dacre reflects on his journey from childhood bullying to international fame, and how communication, vulnerability, and self-expression have been central to his survival and growth. He shares what it’s like to live with anxiety and self-doubt, the impact of fame, and why choosing artistic integrity over power has defined his career.
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Vulnerability in Creativity with Dermot Kennedy
In this episode, JMo sits down with singer-songwriter Dermot Kennedy for an intimate conversation about music, mental health, and the creative process. They explore the power of vulnerability in songwriting …
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In this episode, JMo sits down with singer-songwriter Dermot Kennedy for an intimate conversation about music, mental health, and the creative process. They explore the power of vulnerability in songwriting, the balance between ambition and self-care, and the impulsive decisions that have shaped Dermot’s journey.
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Live at Mundi Mundi with Angry Anderson
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Join JMo live at Mundi Mundi with Angry Anderson for a very special episode.
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A Live Reading with David the Medium
In this special episode of Mental As Anyone, JMo steps into a live reading with psychic David the Medium for a live, unscripted reading. What begins with healthy skepticism quickly turns into an emotional …
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In this special episode of Mental As Anyone, JMo steps into a live reading with psychic David the Medium for a live, unscripted reading. What begins with healthy skepticism quickly turns into an emotional journey, as David shares detailed validations, heartfelt messages, and uncanny insights from loved ones who have passed.
Resources
Call Lifeline anytime on 13 11 14.
Send a text to Lifeline at 0477 131 114.
Support
Velocity Frequent Flyer, Oroton, DoorDash and Chemist Warehouse proudly support this series.
Buy the 'Mental as Anyone' book here
Produced in the Pro Podcast Studios
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