The Blokes Psychology Podcast

When Tradies Talk: The HALT Story with Jeremy Forbes

The Blokes Psychology Podcast is back with another powerful conversation, this time with Jeremy Forbes, founder of HALT – Hope Assistance Local Tradies.

In this episode, Craig sits down with Jeremy to unpack the story behind HALT, his own personal mental health journey, and the lessons he’s learned along the way.

Jeremy shares openly about what it was like to face his own struggles and how his experience of losing a friend to suicide inspired him to start HALT, a grassroots initiative that has grown into a nationwide movement. Together, Craig and Jeremy explore:

• Why community-led initiatives are so important in suicide prevention and mental health
• How stigma still shows up in tradie communities and what’s helping to shift the culture
• Practical ways to support a mate who might be struggling, including what to say (and what not to say)
• The ripple effect that happens when workplaces, families, and communities get involved

This is a raw, insightful conversation that cuts through the surface-level awareness campaigns and dives into what really makes a difference — connection, honesty, and community.

What is therapy really like? feat. Psych Andrew Hall

We’re excited to announce the return of the Blokes Psychology Podcast – a space where we have real conversations about mental health, wellbeing and growth.

This season, the podcast will be hosted by Craig Hyde-Smith, one of our psychologists here at Blokes. Craig is passionate about making mental health conversations approachable, practical, and relevant for men, and he’s excited to bring fresh voices and insights to the show.

For our first episode back, Craig sat down with Andrew Hall, another psychologist at Blokes, to talk about what therapy is really like. Many people imagine therapy as lying on a couch while someone silently takes notes, but the reality is often very different.

In this episode, Craig and Andrew demystify the process of therapy, unpack common misconceptions, and explore how it actually works in practice.

They also dive into some of the stigma that still surrounds seeking support, particularly for men, and share insights into what helps break down those barriers. The goal? To make therapy less intimidating and more approachable for anyone who might be considering it.

All things ADHD! feat. Psychologist Sheyan Gunapala

Featuring Blokes Psychology's very own, Sheyan Gunapala, discussing all things ADHD, including his lived experience of living with and being diagnosed with ADHD as an adult. 

The comeback -The Gentle Sleep Therapist Tara Mitchell

Carl chats to The Gentle Sleep Therapist Tara Mitchell about all things sleep when it comes to babies & toddlers! 

A refreshing view to Mental Health with Mattew Jackman

Matthew is a social worker, researcher, academic, phd student and an individual who has lived most of his life with significant mental health challenges. This episode will challenge how you view mental health/illness and what we can do to address stigma and improve supports for people in the community.

Addiction & Trauma with Jackson Goding

Discussing addictions, covid-19 & trauma with Psychotherapist & Counsellor, Jackson Goding from "Find Reason Therapy".

Cycling & Men's Wellbeing - Feat Ash Bennallack

Founder of cycleWELL Ash, discusses his world first initiative and how it's changing the lives of blokes around Aus!

Episode 8 - The changing landscape of Mental Health & Men in Australia feat. Dr Clive Williams

Dr Clive Williams - Psychologist, Author, Director of Blokepedia, discusses how the stigma surrounding mental health has changed significantly over the past few decades, specifically around male mental health. He also discusses with Carl various clinical experiences of assisting men through various stages of their life and the challenges they face.

Episode 7 - Solo Dad aka Michael Ray

Solo Dad, Michael Ray, discusses adjusting to single parenting, the challenges this raises being a male, what needs to change to better support parents to be equal in raising their kids and how special that father & daughter relationship is. 

Episode 6 - Getting Massive with Sabab!

Sabab Khan - Fitness Coach & Personal Trainer. Discussing male body image, body dysmorphia, the pressure men experience to 'get ripped' and the problems this can present and the role social media plays.