Today we sit down with Mark Rolton, property developer, entrepreneur, and founder of Massland, one of Australia’s most successful property development companies. 

Known for his business acumen and no-fluff mindset, Mark goes deep in this conversation, opening up about his personal life, values, and philosophy in a way that most people haven’t seen.

This episode covers much more than business. It’s about parenting, legacy, masculinity, grief, and the reality of building true resilience. Mark shares raw, powerful stories that cut straight to the core of what it means to lead—both in business and at home.

From Chris:

This is honestly one of my favourite episodes to date. Mark’s calm, grounded nature combined with his perspective on parenting, growth, and loss really stuck with me. The topics we explored here are some of the most important and meaningful I’ve ever had on the podcast and I truly believe everyone can take something from this.

Key Discussion Points:

• The danger of giving kids too much
• Losing his daughter—and what it taught him
• From $430k debt to building an empire
• Why real growth comes through challenge
• Letting your kids choose their own path
• What it means to be a strong man today
• The quiet cost of ambition and leadership

Enjoy and be sure to share this on your stories or to a friend who you think will love the show.

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Timestamps:

0:05 – Why Mark doesn’t share problems

0:11 – The tunnel analogy for challenge

0:16 – Business as a tool for growth

0:22 – Masculinity and personal development

0:27 – How over-giving harms kids

0:33 – Mark’s upbringing and money drive

0:38 – Starting in property with no capital

0:44 – Lessons from Keith Cunningham

0:49 – Wealth, values, and true success

0:55 – Losing his daughter

1:00 – Processing grief and finding purpose

1:06 – His approach to fatherhood today

1:11 – Raising sons vs. daughters

1:17 – Leadership, loneliness, and legacy

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Today we sit down with Benji Haldon, a hybrid athlete, entrepreneur, and co-founder of one of the largest coaching platforms in the world, MyCoach. Known online for his physical strength and straight-talking mindset content, Benji opens up in a way most people haven’t seen before.

This conversation dives deep into the emotional toll of heartbreak, the pressure of chasing success, and what it really means to rebuild your life when it all falls apart. It’s about more than fitness. It’s about identity, grief, personal power, and learning to find yourself again, piece by piece.

Key Discussion Points:

• "Grieving someone who's still alive" – Benji shares the pain of losing a relationship he thought would last forever, and how it feels to mourn a future that never happened.
• Rock bottom and reflection – Why hitting his lowest point emotionally became the unexpected turning point for massive internal growth.
• Moving to Australia alone – How leaving everything behind, including comfort and familiarity, forced Benji to step into a new version of himself.
• The illusion of success – He had the car, the house, the money—but still felt empty. What Benji discovered about happiness and why achieving goals can sometimes leave you feeling worse.
• Heartbreak and masculinity – A vulnerable look into what heartbreak really does to men, physically and emotionally, and why so few talk about it.
• Challenge addiction – Benji reflects on his extreme world record attempt and the darker side of constantly chasing pain to prove your worth.
• Becoming a better man – From owning past mistakes to transforming into the partner, uncle, and friend he always wanted to be.

Enjoy team! Be sure to share this with your friends.

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Timestamps:

02:00 – “Stop shrinking” — going all in.

05:30 – Leaving everything behind.

09:15 – One friend that changed everything.

13:00 – Success… and still feeling empty.

17:40 – The father wound.

23:00 – Losing identity after football.

28:30 – Sleeping at the office.

33:45 – Chasing a dream no one believed in.

38:00 – Grieving someone still alive.

42:20 – Navigating heartbreak in public.

47:10 – The move to Australia.

53:00 – Breaking a world record… why?

58:30 – Addicted to pain and progress.

1:03:00 – Becoming someone he's proud of.

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In this episode, Chris sits down with Georgie Stevenson - an entrepreneur, former lawyer and podcaster. Best known for co-founding Naked Harvest Supplements and hosting the Rise & Conquer podcast. 

Georgie opens up in a way she rarely has on other shows. This conversation goes deep. From spirituality to identity, ego, growth, and trauma, Chris and Georgie break open the surface and talk about the raw stuff that shapes who we really are. It’s a refreshing, honest, and vulnerable chat that left both of them reflecting long after the mics were off.

Key Discussion Points:

• Manifestation with substance: Georgie redefines manifestation as a grounded, lifestyle-based practice - not just “wishful thinking.”
• Rewriting identity: Her journey from strict religious upbringing and partying teen to driven businesswoman and mother.
• Victim mindset vs. personal power: Why many people stay stuck - and how to flip that script.
• Authenticity and confidence: The cost of living for others’ opinions, and how being your true self builds real confidence.
• Relationships and growth: What 13+ years with her partner Tim have taught her about evolving with someone - not away from them.

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Welcome to episode 62 of The Pocket with Chris Griffin!

Today I sit down with Simon Hill - nutritionist, podcast host, author of The Proof is in the Plants, and one of the leading voices in evidence-based health and wellness.

Simon is known for breaking down complex nutrition science into simple, actionable advice. But in this conversation, we went way deeper than just food.

We spoke about Simon’s personal journey and what led him to become one of the most trusted names in the health space, as well as the challenges he still faces today. He opens up about dealing with imposter syndrome and constantly feeling like he’s not enough, even with everything he’s accomplished.

We also unpack some of the biggest nutrition myths floating around online and what the actual science says instead. Simon shares some practical principles that anyone can apply to improve their health, without overcomplicating it.

When your inner voice tells you you’re not doing enough, don’t listen to it…

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A short clip of Hunter explaining the moment that things changed in his life for the better. This is a mindset of a winner wanting only a gold medal, no silver.

If you enjoyed this the full episode is live!

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Welcome to episode 61 of The Pocket with Chris Griffin.

Today I sit down with Hunter McIntyre—one of the greatest endurance & hybrid athletes of our time, a three-time HYROX world champion, and an all-around larger-than-life character.

Hunter is known for his insane fitness, unmatched competitiveness, and his jock-like persona online. But behind the records and the bravado is a wild story of rebellion, struggle, and transformation.

He opens up about his troubled teenage years—getting into trouble, bouncing in and out of rehab centers, and being prescribed nearly every medication under the sun. It was a chaotic time that could have easily sent him down the wrong path permanently.

We talk about the turning point—when everything changed and how he took control of his life, channeling that restless energy into becoming one of the most dominant endurance athletes in the world. He shares the lessons he learned along the way, from pushing physical and mental limits to understanding what truly matters in life.

This was one of my favourite conversations to date. Hunter brings an insane amount of energy, honesty, and wisdom, and I think you’ll get a lot out of this one.

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Welcome to episode 60 of The Pocket with Chris Griffin.

Today I sit down with Dominique Elissa—a successful model, podcast host, and someone who’s been through some serious highs and lows.

Dom has worked with some of the biggest brands in the world, but her journey hasn’t been all glitz and glamour. She opens up about struggling with insomnia, anxiety, and disordered eating during her early modelling days, the toll it took on her, and how she found a way to turn her life around.

We also dive into something incredibly personal—her recent engagement and rushed wedding. When we recorded this episode just two weeks ago, she had only just said "yes" to the love of her life. But soon after, she had to fast-track her wedding due to her mother’s battle with cancer. She was adamant that her mum had to be there, so they made it happen—right in the hospital. An emotional rollercoaster, to say the least.

Through it all, gratitude has been the anchor that’s kept Dominique grounded. She shares how practicing gratitude helped her navigate both rock-bottom moments and incredible highs, and why it’s such a crucial part of her life today.

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Welcome to episode 59 of The Pocket with Chris Griffin!

Today is a solo Q&A. I got you all the ask me some questions on my Instagram story and I answered a bunch of them here. 

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0:0:49 - What early painful experiences in life have shaped you into who you are today?

0:3:55 - What has been your biggest challenge?

0:6:30 - How did you get such a good attitude to life?

0:8:55 - What lacks most in senior high-school curriculum?

0:12:50 - What is your workout plan?

0:14:30 - How do you communicate so well?

0:18:10 - Did you ever feel like you’re on the wrong path?

0:22:00 - What pushes you from not getting too comfortable?

0:29:00 - Podcast workflow?

0:32:40 - Breathwork before each podcast

0:35:40 - What do you hope to experience that is yet to be true?

0:39:10 - How are you?

0:42:30 - When is enough, enough?

0:50:10 - Podcast tour?

0:51:50 - How to stay in alignment through challenges?

0:54:00 - Marry me?

0:57:55 - How to change from “fun” to “career”

01:01:00 - What do you have to lose?

01:03:40 - Final thoughts & Conclusion 

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Welcome to episode 58 of The Pocket with Chris Griffin.

Today I sit down with 360, one of Australia’s biggest rappers. If you were into Aussie hip-hop in the early 2010s, you definitely knew his name. His album Falling & Flying blew up, and for a while, he was at the top of the game. But behind the success, things were falling apart.

360 has spoken before about his addiction to codeine, which got so bad he was taking up to 90 pills a day. It nearly killed him. In this chat, we go deep—not just into his rise and fall, but into the guilt and shame he still carries. 

His parents think they failed him, but he insists they did nothing wrong. At one point, he completely broke down, sharing just how heavy it all still feels.

This is one of the rawest episodes I’ve ever recorded. It’s about addiction, family, regret, the rise and fall of one’s career, the impact fame has on you, social media challenges and so, so, so, much more.

Enjoy!

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Welcome to episode 57 of The Pocket with Chris Griffin!

In this episode, I sit down with my good mate Brad McDonnell, co-founder of Manna Vitality, to dive deep into life’s biggest questions. 

What does it truly mean to be here? Why do we exist? 

We unpack different ideologies, perspectives, and personal experiences around these questions—this one goes deep.

One of the things that makes Brad unique is how he balances business and spirituality—two things that most people struggle to integrate. Usually, it’s one or the other, but Brad has managed to build a thriving business while staying grounded in his spiritual practices. 

We get into how he found that balance, the challenges along the way, and what keeps him aligned in both areas.

This conversation was raw, deep, and eye-opening. Whether you're someone chasing success, looking for more meaning in life, or just curious about different ways of thinking, this episode will leave you questioning everything (in the best way possible).

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Welcome to episode 56 of The Pocket with Chris Griffin!

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Sarah Jane, founder of Spinal Energetics, a viral healing modality that blends Eastern and Western philosophies to help people release pain, trauma, and stress. 

With a background in psychology, Buddhism, acupuncture, and chiropractic care, Dr. Sarah Jane has developed a unique approach to self-healing that has impacted thousands worldwide.

We dive into:

• How Spinal Energetics works and why it’s different
• The connection between the spine, nervous system, and energy field
• Stories of transformation and healing
• The role of trauma, emotions, and ancestral patterns in our health
• The treatment she did with me prior to recording the podcast
• AND MUCH MUCH MORE.

This episode goes deep. If you're curious about alternative healing, self-discovery, or breaking free from what’s holding you back, this one’s for you.

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