Tate Smith is just 21 years old, but he's already lived through one of the hardest things a bloke can face... losing his older brother to suicide. This conversation is raw, emotional, and painfully real. Nate opens up about the shock, the guilt, the anger, and the silence that followed his brother’s death, and how it’s changed the way he looks at life forever.

He shares his mission to make sure no one feels like a burden for speaking up, and the personal challenge he’s taken on to face his own fear of heights to prove that when things feel terrifying, the bravest thing you can do is step forward and ask for help.

This episode is for anyone who’s struggled, anyone who’s lost someone, and anyone who needs to know that the phone call will always be worth it.

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https://www.betterblokeproject.org/pages/get-professional-support

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By now, you’ve probably seen the face & heard the name, but in this episode, the boys sit down to peel back the layers. From life before the Better Bloke Project to the moment he walked away from a stable career in pursuit of something bigger, Matty opens up about the risks, the regrets, and the rewards that came with chasing purpose.

They dive into the messier stuff too… relationship breakdowns, personal sacrifices, and the reality of becoming the face of a movement that’s been both celebrated and misunderstood. It’s raw, honest, and a reminder that behind every mission is a bloke just trying to figure it all out.

Nathan Schmid is back on the podcast… this time as the bloke who actually did it. In April, he completed 30 triathlons in 30 days, wrapping it all up with a full Ironman on Day 30. We first spoke to him before the challenge kicked off, and now he returns to reflect on the highs, the brutal lows, and the mindset it took to keep pushing when everything in him wanted to stop. This wasn’t just about physical endurance, it was about raising awareness for men’s mental health, and the impact was massive.

The messages rolled in, from blokes who finally felt seen to strangers inspired to open up. We speak about the quiet battles behind the scenes, the community that rallied, and the reason why Nathan chose to suffer publicly. We couldn’t be prouder of what he’s done… not just for himself, but for every man who needed to see that it’s possible to keep going, even when it hurts.

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On this one, the boys rip straight into the event highlights of the past weekend. Rob took on the challenge of a lifetime over the weekend, jumping in the ring at the Podcast Royale 2.0 - one of Australia's biggest and best boxign events in history.

Outside of dropping 15kg & unlocking his healthiest self in years, Rob embodied everything we stand for at Better Bloke - determination, accountability, resilience and taking a step outside the comfort zone. While he didn’t come away with the W, it was a win in our books when it comes to becoming a Better Bloke.

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In this episode of the Better Bloke Podcast, we sit down with Cris Cross, the bloke behind the 400HP split-colour Corvette Hellvette and those wildly popular custom car sketches. But this chat goes way deeper than cars.

Cris opens up about grief, identity, and how losing his stepdad in 2017 nearly broke him. From smoking weed and eating Macca’s to avoid pain, to journaling, going vegan, and rebuilding himself, this is a story of healing, horsepower, and the power of community.

Help us help the blokes who need it: https://www.betterblokeproject.org/pages/donate-now

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https://www.instagram.com/cris.cross.art/

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Skip to the juicy bits:

[00:00:00] Intro

[00:05:20] Building community through car events.

[00:09:18] Cars as personal storytelling.

[00:14:02] Fear of love.

[00:19:26] Facing inner demons.

[00:20:18] Identity and personal growth.

[00:25:36] Changing diet for personal growth.

[00:30:11] Volume and consistency in artistry.

[00:36:49] Diversity in creative expression.

[00:40:32] Work-life balance and separation.

[00:43:29] Positive vibes in creativity.

[00:46:28] Fear of parenthood perspectives.

In this episode of the Better Bloke Project, we sit down with Terry Munro, a bloke who hit rock bottom and clawed his way back. After blowing out to 185.5 Kgs and battling through some dark days, he knew something had to give.

Terry opens up about the turning point, the brutal honesty it took to face himself, and how he dropped 100 kilos in two years. But this isn’t just a weight loss story, it’s about grit, mindset, and staying the course when real life kicks in.

If you’re a bloke who’s sick of starting over, this is the kick up the arse you’ve been waiting for.

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Stick to the juicy bits:

[00:00:00] Intro

[00:04:49] Total Wellbeing Diet explained.

[00:08:49] Calorie deficit and exercise balance.

[00:12:37] Relationship with food and indulgence.

[00:17:26] Postnatal depression in men.

[00:20:42] Fatherhood and mental health struggles.

[00:25:07] Reclaiming life through weight loss.

[00:26:36] Jumping out of planes.

[00:31:00] High protein, low GI diet.

[00:41:21] Weight loss milestones and motivation.

[00:50:01] Be better blokes, support each other.

In this episode, Matty and Rob sit down with Jack 'Swifty' Mill, a familiar face in the BA community, known for his tough exterior and wild car, but there’s more to him than meets the eye.

They get real about the pressure that builds up, the burnout no one talks about, and the toll it takes when you keep pushing without asking for help. Swifty shares a moment that nearly broke him, and what pulled him back.

This one’s for the fellas doing it tough but staying quiet. It’s a reminder to speak up, check in, and back your mates when it counts.

Help us help the blokes who need it:

https://www.betterblokeproject.org/pages/donate-now

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https://www.tiktok.com/@betterblokeproject

Stick to the juicy bits:

[00:00:00] Intro

[00:05:48] Car culture and family history.

[00:07:44] Cars are life.

[00:15:21] Genuine community support in racing.

[00:21:17] Swifty's car build journey.

[00:24:24] Emotional openness in fatherhood.

[00:28:37] The impact of suicide on others.

[00:31:03] Mental health conversations and support.

[00:34:37] Coping with negative comments.

[00:45:06] The struggle behind success.

One bloody year. 52 weeks of no-filter chats, big laughs, and tough truths. In this milestone episode of the Better Bloke Podcast, Matty and Rob celebrate one year of diving into what the project has managed to achieve in the last year.

With suicide rates still climbing, the boys reckon it’s time we stop ticking boxes and start having real conversations. They also give a shout out to people behind the scenes, coaches, mentors, tradie mates, barbers, who are doing the work to help blokes grow but don’t get the recognition.

Looking back, Matty and Rob aren’t slowing down. They’re doubling down on the mission to keep the convos going, build stronger connections, and help men to be a little bit better. Dig in.

Help us help the blokes who need it:

https://www.betterblokeproject.org/pages/donate-now

Join the BA group (blokes only, sorry ladies):

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Find us on socials:

https://www.instagram.com/betterblokeproject/

https://www.facebook.com/thebetterblokeproject/

https://www.tiktok.com/@betterblokeproject

Stick to the juicy bits:

[00:00:00] Intro

[00:00:16] Face-to-face discussions importance.

[00:05:14] Northeast hunting experience.

[00:08:09] Male suicide rates increase.

[00:12:15] Charity vs. Podcast Misconception.

[00:15:48] Community events for men's wellbeing.

[00:20:45] Workplace mental health strategies.

[00:24:16] Be better, not the best.