Better Bloke

This week, we sit down with Andrew Carpenter for one of the most confronting, heavy, and important conversations we’ve had on the podcast.Known by many as “the man most hated by child sex offenders”, Andrew opens up about what led him into this line of work, the reality of what’s happening behind closed doors, and the alarming statistics surrounding both victims and the lack of meaningful punishment many offenders actually receive.We also dive into the law changes he has fought to push forward, the resistance and roadblocks he’s encountered from higher powers, and why these conversations need to happen, even when they make people uncomfortable.This episode isn’t easy listening. But it’s an important one.Learn more about Andrew Carpenter here https://www.instagram.com/andrewcarpentersolicitor/

In this episode of the Better Bloke Project Podcast, we sit down with Cooper Chapman - ex-pro surfer turned motivational speaker - who’s become one of the most relatable voices in youth mental health, resilience, and personal values. Cooper doesn’t preach fluff or psychological jargon. He breaks down a science-backed, real-world approach to feeling better: 1% changes, focusing on what’s going right (not just what’s wrong), and learning how to live in a way that actually matches your values... not the version of “success” you were told to chase.We go deep on what young people are facing right now in 2026 from social pressure, identity, attention, anxiety, comparison, to a world that moves faster than their parents ever had to deal with. Cooper sits in a rare lane: he can speak to youth in their language, while also helping parents and adults understand what’s really happening beneath the surface. If you’ve ever felt like there’s a growing gap between generations, or you’re trying to raise a strong, grounded young human in a chaotic world, this conversation will hit hard.Keep up to date with Cooper: https://www.instagram.com/cooperchapman/

Jeremy Van Akerlaken, better known as Clown Repellent, has gone from relatively unknown to impossible to ignore in a matter of months. In this episode, we sit down with the man behind the name to unpack the rise to “infamy,” the heat that comes with having loud opinions, and why he believes woke culture has been used to justify or protect some genuinely ugly behaviour in recent years. It’s not a highlight reel... it’s a look at what drives the rage, what he thinks is true, and why he keeps stepping into the fire.Before all of that, Jeremy was an entrepreneur who took an exit, and that reset gave him the space to rethink what he actually wanted to build next. We get into business, mindset, identity, and the shift from chasing wins on paper to chasing something that feels meaningful. He shares what surprised him most about putting his voice out there, and how relatability can open doors you never expected... for better and worse.It goes deeper than “hot takes.”Mr Repellent tells stories of conversations with followers that go way beyond likes, views, and yelling at a camera... moments that hit hard, challenge assumptions, and show what’s really happening under the surface for a lot of everyday people.See more from him at: https://www.instagram.com/clown_repellent/Help us help the blokes who need it: https://www.betterblokeproject.org/pages/donate-now

Lets rip into a deceptively simple question that’s been lighting up convo's everywhere: is life genuinely harder… or are we just getting softer? Modern life is packed with creature comforts, convenience, and safety nets, yet blokes are still stressed, burned out, and feeling like they’re carrying the world. So what gives?On this episode we compare today’s pressures to what our dads and grandads dealt with, and unpack the myth of the “tough old-school man” who never complained. Not because life was easy, but because talking about it wasn’t really an option. We dig into whether “soft times create soft men” is wisdom or just nostalgia, and whether we’ve lost resilience… or we’re simply facing a different kind of hard.If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking “man up” and “I’m cooked” in the same week, this one’s for you.

We’re kicking off 2026 with a good laugh by looking back at the year that was bring back the 'Best Of Blokes Advice'. From the funniest moments and quirkiest posts, to the comment sections that turned into absolute gold, we’re rounding up the highlights that made the group what it is: chaotic, hilarious, and wholesome when it counts.It’s not all stitch-ups and one-liners... We also hit the feel-good stuff - the stories that reminded us why this community matters, from blokes showing up for each other to the big moments that genuinely changed lives (including reconnecting families and shining a light on some of the most legendary characters in the group).We zoom out and recap the Better Bloke year too... the wins, the milestones, and the moments out in the real world: automotive events, barber/beard expos, hunting experiences, and everything in between. Strap in.

Jason Bluett, founder of the Primal Man Project has a unique way of explaining why so many blokes feel stuck, disconnected, or like they’re drifting... and it’s got nothing to do with “just toughen up and provide.” His work is built around the idea that men are wired for power, purpose, and pack... and when one of those is missing, life starts to wobble.We talk lived experience, the lessons that forced Jason to own his part in where his life was heading, and why accountability has to come before confidence. No saviours or shortcuts, just the decision to stop outsourcing your life and start acting like the bloke in charge of it. If you’ve been feeling a bit lost, a bit numb, or like you’re capable of more but can’t find the gears… this one will hit.Find Out More: https://action.primalmanproject.org/

Join us as we sit down with Australian tattoo legend Rhys Gordon, best known for his Japanese work and timeless full-body suits. Rhys has been tattooing since the early ‘90s, coming up through old-school street shops before founding Little Tokyo and becoming one of the most respected names in Japanese-inspired tattooing. We talk about how styles have evolved over the decades, which “old” looks are making a comeback, and much more about the ink.Rhys opens up about the relationship between artist and client... how spending hours, sometimes years, on big pieces turns the tattoo chair into something not far off a therapist’s couch. We dig into the stories, trust, and head noise that come out during long sessions, and how that space can help blokes process life, loss, identity and change. We also unpack how society’s perception of tattoos has shifted from “rough and tough” to a mainstream form of self-expression, and how social media has both helped and complicated the industry.See more from Rhys: www.instagram.com/rhysgordon/