Welcome to episode 41 of The Pocket with Chris Griffin! Today I sit down with Stefan Torres, a social media sensation who’s known for his cooking and food review videos as well as his outgoing and energetic nature.  Over the past eight months, Stefan’s online presence has exploded, but his journey to get here is quite extreme to say the least. Certainly not just an overnight success. Stefan opens up about his early years, slipping into the party and drug scene and eventually battling a...

A short clip from episode 40 of The Pocket with Chris Griffin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode 40 of The Pocket with Chris Griffin! I’m joined for the second time on the show, the fan favourite, Diogo Giglio – a man whose energy and positivity could brighten anyone’s day.  Diogo shares stories from his childhood, reflecting on the difficult experience of being bullied and how those early challenges shaped him into the person he is today. Our conversation dives into the realities of Diogo’s life as a business owner, where staying balanced can be tough, especially with...

Welcome to episode 39 of The Pocket with Chris Griffin! Our guest today is Oliver Cronin. Oliver is one of my best friends. We barely left each other during lockdown because we lived in the buildings next to each other. I had a little gym set up in my office.  Oliver would come over every day on my lunch break to train. While we would train he would play the new music he created that morning. This was before he gained millions of followers online. Oliver got signed to a major record label...

This is a clip from episode 38 with James Dumoulin, the founder of The School Of Hard Knocks. See full episode: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6MuAbfh7tHbz8u32Nvhjnr?si=aa8e92b58ea44d50 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode 38 of The Pocket with Chris Griffin!  Today’s guest is James Demoulin. Known for his incredible ability to extract life-changing insights from some of the wealthiest and most successful individuals on the planet, James shares a wealth of lessons he’s learned through his journey of interviewing these elite figures.  In this episode, we explore some of the most profound takeaways from his conversations with the ultra-rich, touching on the principles that have guided their...

Welcome to episode 37 of The Pocket with Chris Griffin!  I’m joined by independent author Paul Millerd, best known for his best-selling book The Pathless Path and his latest release Good Work. Paul’s story is one of courage, transformation, and redefining what it means to live a successful life. After achieving everything he thought represented success, Paul realized it wasn’t truly fulfilling. In a bold move, he decided to “blow up” his conventional life and pursue writing—a choice that...

Welcome to episode 36 of The Pocket with Chris Griffin!  My guest today is Noah Rolette, one of the founders of Raw Dawg Run Club, a group that has taken the running world by storm. What began as a small, casual run among friends has quickly become one of the largest and most vibrant run clubs globally, known for its lively atmosphere and unique approach to fitness. In this episode, Noah opens up about the journey he and his best friends went through—from sharing a cramped room at his...

Welcome to episode 35 of The Pocket with Chris Griffin! We dive into the incredible story of Cru Mahoney today, a man whose extreme approach to life has made him stand out in today’s world.  Cru has never touched alcohol, caffeine, drugs, or even supplements in his life, and he’s proud of it. In fact, a video of him discussing his "lame" lifestyle choices went viral, racking up 50 million views and turning him into a social media sensation. What’s more, Cru has gone for a run every day for...

Welcome to episode 34 of The Pocket with Chris Griffin. Today we sit down with my friend Ben Smith. Ben has an amazing story, spending a decade in the military, to working with some of the biggest music bands in the world like Rufus Du Sol, and so much more. His story is filled with highs and lows and I’m super inspired by him. I’ve been spending the last week with Ben and hour by hour, I am blown away by some of the experiences he has had and some of the lessons he has learned. This episode...

Welcome to episode 33 of The Pocket with Chris Griffin!  We sit down with Alex Mihalcheon today, as he opens up about some of the most pivotal moments in his life.  Alex shares how his parents’ divorce at 14 deeply affected him, sparking his lifelong journey with mental health. We dive into his decision to move from Canada to America during the COVID-19 pandemic—a bold move that transformed his life and mindset.  Alex also talks candidly about the emotional toll of his recent breakup and how...

Welcome to episode 32 of The Pocket with Chris Griffin! I sit down with the lovely Lily Ford in this episode, a prominent voice in anti-vaping campaigns who’s been featured extensively on Australian news.  Lily shares her raw and honest story of how she became addicted to vaping and the hidden traumas that fuelled it. We dive deep into the emotional and psychological effects of her addiction, uncovering that vaping was just the surface issue of a much larger battle with past trauma. Lily also...

Welcome to episode 31 of The Pocket with Chris Griffin! Today, I sit down with two of my good friends, Jack Bloomfield and Will Phillips, for an open and honest two-hour roundtable discussion. We went deep on business, life, mindset, relationships and the different beliefs we've learned and onboarded throughout our journeys. Jack and Will are both extremely successful young business owners however above all of that they are incredible individuals with unique perspectives on entrepreneurship,...

Welcome to episode 30 of The Pocket with Chris Griffin! I sit down with Timothy Smith today, the familiar face from Married at First Sight (MAFS), who shares a gripping and emotional journey that goes far beyond reality TV. Tim opens up about a time in his life when he was involved in illegal activities, including flying a helicopter without a license and trafficking weed from Canada into the U.S. His risky decisions caught up with him, leading to his arrest and time behind bars.  But the...

Welcome to episode 29 of The Pocket with Chris Griffin! Today I’m joined by two of my really good friends, Jordan and Zac Stenmark, who are not just the largest twin male models in the world but also remarkable individuals with an inspiring story. We dive into their sporty upbringing and the challenges they faced growing up with dyslexia. Jordan and Zac candidly share their experiences of being bullied at school for not being able to read, making school life a constant struggle. Jordan...

This is a moment captured from Episode 28 with CJ Bloomfield. An awesome insight on regret. I learned something new from this. Enjoy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode 28 of The Pocket with Chris Griffin!  Wow, wow, wow… This episode is probably my favourite to date.  I sit down with CJ Bloomfield, a man whose life story sounds like something straight out of a movie. CJ's journey is nothing short of extraordinary, going from a life immersed in crime and gang culture to being sentenced to 28 years in prison. However, fate had other plans for him—he served just 2 years after his two biggest charges were dropped. But what CJ did with those 2...

Welcome to episode 27 of The Pocket with Chris Griffin! Today I sit down with Frank Greeff, a former chef turned tech entrepreneur who co-founded Realbase, a real estate marketing platform that was eventually sold for a staggering $180 million. Frank shares his remarkable journey, starting from his early days in the kitchen to building a successful tech company with his two brothers. Highlights of the Episode: Early Career and Transition: Frank talks about his initial career as a chef before...

This is a short clip from Episode 26 of The Pocket with our guest Kyle Hunt. Very heart warming story about how he broke down when we went to visit his grandfather in hospital just moments before he passes away. Full episode is out now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode 26 of The Pocket with Chris Griffin!  We're joined by Kyle Hunt today, whose life story is nothing short of extraordinary. Kyle was left at a stop sign at just 2 years old and found by a truck driver… I know that may be hard to believe but it happened. He also was in a police chase with his mum and step dad when he was 5 years old, just moments before he watched his parents go to jail, resulting in young Kyle to go back into foster care. Kyle's early years were spent...

This is a clip from episode 24 of The Pocket Podcast. Massive WOW moments in this... If you enjoy this clip be sure to check out the full episode below: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4H16SPdSAeFsHX5WurqSL4?si=54cc2150a3da4f4e Follow The Pocket on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepocketpodcast/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to episode 25 of The Pocket with Chris Griffin!  We're sitting down with Patrick Murtagh today, a guy whose journey is nothing short of extraordinary.  I first met Patty playing AFL with the GC Suns here in Australia. I was in the academy when he got drafted. Things took a turn when he got dropped from the team a few years later, but he didn't let that stop him. He kept grinding and eventually got drafted into the NFL. But, as life would have it, just before he could sign his NFL...

Welcome to episode 24 of The Pocket with Chris Griffin! Today we have a super special guest! We’re joined by the incredible Tobi Pearce. A little back story: Tobi was on my dream list of all the big guests I wanted on The Pocket before I even started the show. I didn’t expect to have him on this early but here we are! Tobi is a business powerhouse here in Australia. He founded Sweat, a fitness empire, and sold it for a whopping $300 million. Now, he’s all about investing in businesses and...

Welcome to episode 23 of The Pocket with Chris Griffin!  In this episode, I’m sitting down with the ultimate power couple, Meg and Will Martin. Their story is a blend of love, resilience, and incredible achievements that you won't want to miss. I was blown away by these. In fact, I resonated so much with their story and phase of life they’re in right now. Will became a millionaire at just 24 years old, working alongside his brother. However, life took a dramatic turn when he had a major...