Host JMo sits down with Catherine McGregor, a former Australian Army officer who transitioned from Malcolm to Catherine at 56. Catherine opens up about her lifelong struggle with gender dysphoria, the excruciating decision to transition, and the mental health challenges she faced along the way. From her military career to her experience with alcoholism and her views on transgenderism, Catherine shares a raw and honest account of what it means to live authentically. Resources Call Lifeline...

JMo sits down with THE Jackie O, who shares her journey through fame, addiction, and the path to self-love. Jackie opens up about battling internalized shame, the healing power of vulnerability, and why true self-worth goes beyond external validation. Listen in for an honest discussion about the struggle of overcoming people-pleasing, and how Jackie’s newfound boundaries have transformed her life. Resources Call Lifeline anytime on 13 11 14. Send a text to Lifeline at 0477 131...

JMo sits down with Australian pop star Dami Im, to dive deep into the highs and lows of her life in the spotlight. From her rise to fame on X Factor and Eurovision, to the pressures of fitting into a mold, Dami shares her struggles with identity, mental health, and introversion while navigating the music industry. Dami opens up about the challenges of dealing with fame, embracing her unique journey, and the joy she found in motherhood.  Resources Call Lifeline anytime on 13 11 14. Send...

Join JMo as he chats with Rhiannon Ifland, champion cliff diver and adrenaline enthusiast. Rhiannon shares her experiences navigating the high-stakes emotions of her sport, from the thrill of jumping from 21 meters to the grounding practices she uses to manage anxiety and stay focused. Discover the importance of mental resilience, how she uses surfing and mindfulness to balance her life, and the role of her performance coach in supporting her journey. Resources Call Lifeline anytime on...

J Mo sits down with the multi-talented Melissa Leong—TV host, food critic, and introvert navigating the public eye. Melissa opens up about her personal journey with anxiety and depression, the challenges of living as a first-generation migrant, and how she has learned to set boundaries, especially in the world of social media. They dive into the importance of fashion as an armour, managing public perception, and the delicate balance between maintaining mental health and pursuing a...

JMO sits down with television presenter Grant Denyer to discuss his personal journey with mental health, including struggles with perfectionism, addiction, childhood insecurities and more. Grant shares how embracing vulnerability has helped him heal, and encourages others that it's okay to struggle and ask for help.  Resources Check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Gotcha4Life⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Call Lifeline anytime on 13 11 14 Send a text to Lifeline at 0477 131 114 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chat live with Lifeline⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Proudly produced...

In this episode, JMo interviews Hannah Conda, who shares her personal journey with mental health struggles like depression and anxiety. She discusses facing criticism as a drag performer and finding validation through her art. Hannah also explores how she learned to accept himself and find joy in small moments, even during difficult periods.  Resources Check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Gotcha4Life⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Call Lifeline anytime on 13 11 14 Send a text to Lifeline at 0477 131 114 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chat live with...

JMO sits down with Silverchair legend Ben Gillies to discuss his mental health journey, from the pressures of fame at a young age to seeking help for anxiety and psychosis. Ben shares lessons learned about fatherhood, sobriety and maintaining wellness through challenging times. Resources Check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Gotcha4Life⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Call Lifeline anytime on 13 11 14 Send a text to Lifeline at 0477 131 114 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Chat live with Lifeline⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Proudly produced in the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pro Podcast...

In this episode, professional basketball player Isaac Humphries shares his personal journey with mental health struggles including depression, anxiety, and suicidal thoughts. He discusses coming out as gay and the impact that had on his mental wellbeing. Humphries talks candidly about his lowest points and what helped him seek treatment and prioritize self-care.  Resources Check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Gotcha4Life⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Call Lifeline anytime on 13 11 14 Send a text to Lifeline at 0477 131...

Australian cricket legend Michael Clarke reflects with JMo on his rise to the captaincy while navigating criticism and public scrutiny. He chats about the difficult periods, like being dropped from the national team and coping with the pressures of expectation. Clarke also shares personal battles with illness in his family. He reflects on the resilience and life lessons gained from overcoming adversity on his path to achieving his dreams. Resources Check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Gotcha4Life⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Call...

Toby Rudolf sits down with JMo to discuss life after football. He shares his plans to travel internationally after retiring from the NRL to discover who he is outside of the game and experience new cultures without the pressures of being a high-profile athlete. Toby also reflects on his mental health journey and the support systems available to players dealing with anxiety, stress, and uncertainty about their future beyond sports. Resources Check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Gotcha4Life⁠⁠⁠⁠ Call Lifeline...

JMO sits down with celebrity chef Colin Fassnidge, to chat about mental health in the kitchen. Colin opens up about his own struggles with panic attacks during the pandemic and the pressures of working in the high-intensity culinary world. They discuss topics like the impact of late nights, substance use, and social media trolls. Resources Check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠Gotcha4Life⁠⁠⁠ Call Lifeline anytime on 13 11 14 Send a text to Lifeline at 0477 131 114 ⁠⁠⁠Chat live with Lifeline⁠⁠⁠ Proudly...

Ant Middleton discusses with JMo how embracing challenges and stress can help you achieve success. He shares lessons learned from his military experience and how breaking down daily tasks into small actions can help overcome depression and improve mental health. Resources Check out ⁠⁠⁠Gotcha4Life⁠⁠ Call Lifeline anytime on 13 11 14 Send a text to Lifeline at 0477 131 114 ⁠⁠Chat live with Lifeline⁠⁠ Proudly produced in the ⁠⁠Pro Podcast Studios⁠⁠ Sponsors This series was made...

In this episode, JMo sits with Robert Irwin as he discusses how he found his calling in wildlife conservation from a young age, despite growing up in the public eye. He shares how connecting with animals through rehabilitation has benefited his mental health and provided a sense of purpose. Robert also offers advice on navigating low points through small daily goals and embracing support from loved ones. Resources Check out ⁠⁠Gotcha4Life⁠ Call Lifeline anytime on 13 11 14 Send a text to...

Welcome to our very first episode, thanks for being here. Guy Sebastian shares about his early experiences with feeling pressure to live up to expectations, discusses overcoming a crisis of faith, learning healthy habits and perspectives around physical fitness after periods of insecurity, as well as how becoming a father helped shift his priorities and outlook. Guy also shares a personal experience with situational depression and what helped him through that difficult time, providing...

I'm J.Mo and join me as we explore mental health. The battles, the triumphs and the strategies to deal with mental health, in a healthy way. In Season 01 we will be speaking with Guy Sebastian, Robert Irwin, Ant Middleton, Toby Rudolf, Michael Clarke, Colin Fassnidge, Ben Gillies, Isaac Humphries, Hannah Conda and Grant Denyer. This series is proudly supported by BYD, Chemist Warehouse & Gotcha4Life and Wanderlust Produced by the team at Pro Podcast