Good Humans with Cooper Chapman
Good Humans is a podcast hosted by professional surfer Cooper Chapman and produced by The Good Human Factory. Each Friday episode features a different guest who shares their unique perspective on life and offers insight into what makes them a good human. Every Wednesday on the 1% Podcast, Cooper shares insights around gratitude and mindfulness in celebration of the 1% Good Club Instagram accountability groups. The podcast aims to inspire and connect listeners with individuals making a positive impact in the world.
Episodes
#257 Blake Bourne — Running 1,200km Solo, Unassisted From Geelong to Sydney for Mental Health
⚠️ Content WarningThis episode contains open discussions about mental health and a suicide attempt. Please take care of yourself first. If you're not in the right headspace, come back to this one when you're ready. There is no rush.If you need support, call Lifeline on 13 11 14 (available 24/7) or visit lifeline.org.auThis week I sat down with Blake Bourne, and I am still wrapping my head around w
#255 Luke Bateman — NRL, A $500K Gambling Addiction, BookTok Fame & the Hard Truths About Domestic Violence
⚠️ Content WarningThis episode contains open discussions about gambling addiction, alcohol and drug use, domestic violence and suicide. Please take care of yourself first. If you're not in the right headspace, come back to this one when you're ready. There is no rush.If you need support, call Lifeline on 13 11 14 (available 24/7) or visit lifeline.org.auThis week I sat down with Luke Bateman, and
1% Pod — The last weekly 1% Pod episode :(
Big news this episode — the 1% Pod is moving from weekly to monthly! Each episode going forward will be a themed special, giving us more room to go deep. Don't worry though — gratitudes, giveaways, and guest recaps are all sticking around. In this episode: the announcement, this month's gratitudes + giveaway winners, an update from life on the road with THGF Workshops, and a recap of this weeks gu
#254 Macario “KID MAC” de Souza — Bra Boys, Mental Health & the Story Behind In Pieces Together
⚠️ Content WarningThis episode contains open discussions about suicide, mental health and loss. Please take care of yourself first. If you're not in the right headspace, come back to this one when you're ready. There is no rush.If you need support, call Lifeline on 13 11 14 (available 24/7) or visit lifeline.org.au—This week I sat down with Macario De Souza, known to most as Kid Mac, and this one
#253 Dane Henry — 3 World Titles, Bells Beach & The Making of Australia's Next Surfing Superstar
This week I sat down with Dane Henry, and honestly this one had me fired up from the start.Dane is 19 years old and has already done something that only Tom Curren, Gabriel Medina, and Jordy Smith have ever done before him — win both the ISA Open World title and the ISA Under-18 World Junior title. He then went on to claim the WSL World Junior Championship in the Philippines in January, cementing
#252 Sophia Chapman — Pro Surfer, Teacher & The Real Story Behind the Smile...
⚠️ Content Warning This episode contains open discussions about mental health, self harm, suicide attempts, and other heavy topics. Please take care of yourself first. If you're not in the right headspace, come back to this one when you're ready. There is no rush. If you need support, call Lifeline on 13 11 14 (available 24/7) or visit lifeline.org.au— She's been riding waves professionally for tw
1% Pod — Release Your Inner Child
In this week’s 1% Pod, we share when the last time we released our inner child.Send @thegoodhumanfactory a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :)Enjoyed this episode? Screenshot and share it to your stories and tag me so I can see it. These conversations only reach more people when you help spread them.Connect with Coop
#251 George Burgess — Rugby League Premierships, Losing His Dad To MND & Becoming An Actor
This week I sat down with George Burgess, a rugby league legend who won an NRL Premiership with the South Sydney Rabbitohs and represented England on the international stage. George is a good mate who I just kept running into everywhere, so we finally sat down for a proper chat, and I'm so glad we did. This one goes well beyond the footy.George opens up about losing his dad to Motor Neurone Diseas
#250 Blair Rubock — Through Strangers' Eyes, Facing Death & Living With A Tribe
This week I sat down with Blair Rubock, a really special human who has built something incredible with his Instagram page @ThroughStrangersEyes. By sitting down with strangers and having honest conversations about their struggles, Blair has reached millions of people and reminded all of us that everyone is carrying something.We got into all of it. How Through Strangers' Eyes started, what those co
1% Pod — What Does LOVE Mean To Our Community.
In this week’s 1% Pod, we share what love means to us.Send @thegoodhumanfactory a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :)Enjoyed this episode? Screenshot and share it to your stories and tag me so I can see it. These conversations only reach more people when you help spread them.Connect with Cooper and TGHF:1% Good Club
#249 Tom & Kell Reese — The Story Behind The @Reesebros
This week I sat down with two of my good mates, Tom and Kell Reese, aka The Reese Bros. They are two of the biggest content creators in Australia and two of the funniest blokes going around, and it was really nice to go deep with them on this one.We go right back to the start. Growing up in Evans Head, struggling at school but finding their feet on a chess board, and what it actually felt like for
1% Pod — Our Mum's Are So Special
In this week’s 1% Pod, I share the Mum's who raised the 1% good club!Send @thegoodhumanfactory a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :)Enjoyed this episode? Screenshot and share it to your stories and tag me so I can see it. These conversations only reach more people when you help spread them.Connect with Cooper and TGH
#248 Alyson Chapman, Mother's Day Special— Motherhood, Family & Becoming A Grandma
For this special Mother's Day episode, I'm joined by the woman who started it all — my mum, Alyson Chapman. This is one of the most meaningful conversations I've ever had on the show, and one I'll treasure forever.We sit down and chat about her upbringing, the story of how she met my dad, what it was like becoming a mum for the first time, and the beautiful chaos of raising four kids. Mum shares w
#247 Filipe Toledo — Mental Health, Family, Faith & Winning Two WSL World Titles
Two-time WSL World Champion Filipe Toledo joins me for one of the most powerful and personal conversations I've had on the show. Filipe opens up about the mental health battle behind his decision to step away from the tour in 2024, the weight of winning back-to-back world titles, his deep faith in God, family, the Olympics, and so much more.Filipe shares the story of his darkest period back in 202
1% Pod — Who’s Inspiring Our Community Right Now
In this week’s 1% Pod, I share the people who are inspiring the 1% good club at the moment.Send @thegoodhumanfactory a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :)Enjoyed this episode? Screenshot and share it to your stories and tag me so I can see it. These conversations only reach more people when you help spread them.Conne
#246 Frankie Johnston — The 17-Year-Old Reminding Us All That Manners Matter
Frankie Johnston is a 17-year-old high school student who is already making a powerful impact across Australia. As the founder of the Manners Matter Initiative, Frankie is leading a movement encouraging young people to bring kindness, respect, and better behaviour back into everyday life, both online and offline.What started as a simple idea has quickly grown into a nationally recognised initiativ
1% Pod — Food, Family, and Sunday Rituals
In this week’s 1% Pod, we share our community’s favourite meals to cook for family and friends on a Sunday.Send @thegoodhumanfactory a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :)Enjoyed this episode? Screenshot and share it to your stories and tag me so I can see it. These conversations only reach more people when you help s
#245 Brianna Throssell — What It Really Takes to Win Olympic Gold and Build a Life After Sport
Brianna Throssell is one of Australia's greatest ever swimmers. A three-time Olympian, two-time Olympic gold medallist, and Western Australia's most decorated Olympic swimmer, Brianna spent 12 years at the elite level representing the green and gold across three Olympic Games, six World Championships, and two Commonwealth Games.But this episode is about so much more than medals.We dive into what i
#244 Dr Ash Hamilton — Why Your Pain Is Trying to Tell You Something and How to Finally Listen
Most people see an osteopath when their back gives out or their neck won't turn. They get treated, they leave, and they come back when it happens again.Dr Ash Hamilton does things differently.As an osteopath and mind-body speaker, Ash has built his practice around something most in his field overlook: that the body keeps score, and if you only treat the physical, you are only telling half the stor
#243 Govind Sandhu — Cancer, Grief, and the Courage to Keep Going
Govind Sandhu has lived a life most people would dream of. Born in India, raised in New Zealand, and built for adventure, he spent years travelling the world working for some of the biggest brands on the planet including Red Bull and TikTok. By every measure, he was thriving.Then everything changed.While living in Austria working for Red Bull, Govind lost his dad. And because of COVID, he couldn't
1% Pod — The Person I Am Most Grateful For.
In this week’s 1% Pod, we share who we ar emost grateful for...Send @thegoodhumanfactory a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :)1% Good Club Book!!The Good Human FactoryAmazonBooktopiaCooper's LinksInstagramTikTokLinkedInYouTubeThe Good Human Factory LinksInstagramWebsiteMerch – Use code PODCAST for 25% OFFWorkshop Enq
#242 Anna Ferguson — Anna the Anxiety Coach: How to Stay Calm When Life Throws You the Unthinkable
Anna Ferguson, known to her 340k+ Instagram followers as @annatheanxietycoach, is a leading Australian anxiety therapist, somatic coach, and bestselling author. Her first book, The Vagus Nerve Reset, changed the way thousands of people understand their nervous system. Her brand-new book, 21 Days to a Less Anxious You, takes that work even further with a practical, science-backed 21-day toolkit to
1% Pod — The Best Feedback And Advice Our Community Has Recieved.
In this week’s 1% Pod, our community shares the best feedback they've recieved!Send @thegoodhumanfactory a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :)1% Good Club Book!!The Good Human FactoryAmazonBooktopiaCooper's LinksInstagramTikTokLinkedInYouTubeThe Good Human Factory LinksInstagramWebsiteMerch – Use code PODCAST for 25%
#241 Tahlia Kennedy — Growing Tech Startup Kinso From Nothing and Rewriting the Marketing Rulebook
In this episode, I chat with Tahlia Kennedy, Social Media and Marketing lead at Kinso App.Tahlia shares what it's really like to grow a startup brand from the inside, and we get into the honest behind the scenes of building something on social media when there's no big budget, no rulebook, and a lot riding on getting it right.We also explore the balance between building your personal brand and the
1% Pod — How To Switch Off On A Down Day.
In this week’s 1% Pod, our community shares how they switch off!Send @thegoodhumanfactory a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :)1% Good Club Book!!The Good Human FactoryAmazonBooktopiaCooper's LinksInstagramTikTokLinkedInYouTubeThe Good Human Factory LinksInstagramWebsiteMerch – Use code PODCAST for 25% OFFWorkshop En
#240 Pat Clifton — Content Creator, You Wouldn't Podcast Co Host, Mental health advocate
In this episode, I chat with Pat Clifton, comedy content creator and co-host of the You Wouldn’t Podcast with Will Gibb.Pat shares his journey navigating severe anxiety while building a career in content and comedy, and we speak about the contrast between how things can look online versus what is really going on behind the scenes.We also dive into a new relationship in his life and how it has shap
1% Pod — My hidden talents you don't know about...
In this week’s 1% Pod, our community shares their hidden talents!Send @thegoodhumanfactory a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :)1% Good Club Book!!The Good Human FactoryAmazonBooktopiaCooper's LinksInstagramTikTokLinkedInYouTubeThe Good Human Factory LinksInstagramWebsiteMerch – Use code PODCAST for 25% OFFWorkshop E
#239 Thomas Herman — The Wakeboarder Who Landed the Impossible Triple Flip
This week on the Good Humans Podcast I’m joined by professional wakeboarder Thomas Herman, one of the most progressive riders the sport has ever seen.Thomas has been ranked as high as World No. 2 and made history as the first and only wakeboarder to land a triple flip behind a boat. It’s one of those moments that completely changed what people believed was possible in wakeboarding.In this conversa
1% Pod — The Projects Our Community Are Working On.
In this week’s 1% Pod, our community shares the projects they’re currently working on and I introduce an exciting new initiative I’m building called 28 Days of Good, designed to help people build simple daily habits for better mental wellbeing.Send @thegoodhumanfactory a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :)1% Good Clu
#238 Elle Halliwell — 48 Hours, Two Life-Changing Discoveries: Cancer and Pregnancy.
In this episode of the Good Humans Podcast, I sit down with writer, speaker and former lifestyle journalist Elle Halliwell to share one of the most powerful health journeys I’ve ever heard.Elle built a successful career reporting for some of Australia’s biggest publications including Vogue Australia, Marie Claire and The Australian. But in 2016, her life changed forever.In the space of just 48 hou
1% Pod — The Charities That Matter Most to Our Community
In this week’s 1% Pod, we dive into the charities that mean the most to our community and why.I share responses from our 1% Good Club members answering the question, “What is a charity you support and why?”, highlighting the powerful personal stories behind their choices. I also open up about why the Leukaemia Foundation and World’s Greatest Shave are close to my heart after shaving my head and su
#237 Rochelle Fox - Becoming Magnetic to Your Dreams Through Meditation
In this episode of Good Humans, I sit down with meditation teacher and author Rochelle Fox to dive into her new book Magnetic and what it really means to become magnetic to your dreams.Rochelle shares her personal journey, from struggling with anxiety and self-doubt to building a global meditation movement that has impacted millions. We unpack how meditation is not about escaping your life, but ab
1% Pod - The best date night ideas!
In this episode, I share mine and the 1% communities favourite sunday date night ideas.Send @thegoodhumanfactory a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :)1% Good Club Book!!The Good Human FactoryAmazonBooktopiaCooper's LinksInstagramTikTokLinkedInYouTubeThe Good Human Factory LinksInstagramWebsiteMerch – Use code PODCAST
#236 Josh Levey — One month. 7,000 Waves. $100,000 Raised. One Big Purpose.
In this episode I’m joined by Newcastle surfer Josh Levey, who set himself a challenge that sounds almost impossible… surf 7,000 waves in one month.But this wasn’t about records or attention.It was about purpose.Josh took on the challenge to raise money and awareness for Soul Hub, a local homelessness charity supporting people doing it tough in his community. By the end of the month he’d raised ov
#235 Nigel Beach — Simple Home Changes That Help You Feel Calm Again.
In this episode I’m joined by Nigel Beach and we explore how much our environment shapes our mental state.We often try to think our way into feeling better, but our nervous system responds first to what we sense. Light, temperature, hydration, and contact with nature all send signals to the body about whether we are safe or under threat. When we change those inputs, our state naturally follows.Thi
1% Pod — The Restaurants Our Community Can’t Stop Talking About
In this episode, I share something a little different and a lot of fun.Our 1% Good Club community recently came together to share their favourite restaurants, cafes, and local spots to try, and it turned into a reminder of why community matters so much.It is a gentle reminder that being a good human is not always about doing more. Sometimes it is about sharing a great meal, trying somewhere new, a
#234 Dr. Steven Lu — From ICU to Prevention: What a Heart Surgeon Wishes Everyone Knew About Their Health
In this episode, I sit down with Dr Steven Lu, a former cardiac surgeon turned preventative health pioneer and the founder of Everlab.Steven shares his journey through medicine, from operating in high-pressure ICU and surgical environments to asking a deeper question: why are we waiting until people are critically unwell before intervening? After years of treating heart disease at its most advance
1% Pod — Episode 200!! Meet Andrew, 1% Good Club community member
This episode is a special milestone for the 1% Podcast. For episode 200, I sit down with Andrew Cipriano, who has been part of the 1% Good Club community for over two years.We reflect on Andrew’s journey, the impact of committing to small daily habits, and the role community and accountability have played in his personal growth. Andrew shares the changes he has noticed in his mindset, consistency,
#233 Thomas Fancutt — 10 Months Doping Ban, “The Mistake That Nearly Ended My Professional Tennis Career”
In this powerful and deeply honest conversation, I sit down with Australian professional tennis player Thomas Fancutt for his very first interview since serving a 10 month anti doping ban that turned his world upside down.Thomas opens up about the moment everything changed. A simple IV drip that he believed was allowed became a career altering mistake, leading to a ban that shocked him, his team,
1% Pod - Stop Avoiding It. Start Feeling Better.
In this episode, I share how tackling the small chores and tasks we tend to avoid can have a powerful impact on your mental load, energy, and overall wellbeing.We explore why unfinished tasks quietly drain your nervous system, how small wins build momentum, and how doing the simple things you have been putting off can help you feel lighter, clearer, and more in control of your day.Send @thegoodhum
#232 Lockie Welch — Addiction, Healing and Spending a Month Becoming a Monk.
In this powerful and honest episode of the Good Humans Podcast, I sit down with Lockie Welch to talk about his journey from addiction and rock bottom moments to becoming a passionate mental health advocate and positive voice for thousands of people online.Lockie opens up about what life looked like during his addiction, the turning points that helped him begin his recovery, and how doing the inner
1% Pod - Daily Habits That Teach Your Body Calm and Your Mind Clarity
In this episode, I share simple daily habits to help regulate stress and support a more stable mood, all inspired by questions and messages sent in by our community.We explore why small, consistent actions have such a powerful impact on your nervous system, how stress and mood are closely connected, and how you can use a few intentional habits each day to feel calmer, clearer, and more grounded.Se
#231 Ole Hill on Hypnosis, Goal Setting and Starting 2026 With Intention
Welcome to the first episode of the Good Humans Podcast for 2026.I wanted to start this year with something powerful, practical, and a little different. That is why I invited Ole Hill, who is widely regarded as Australia’s leading hypnotist, onto the show.In this episode, Ole and I dive into how hypnosis actually works, why so many of us struggle to follow through on our New Year’s resolutions, an
1% Pod - Welcome to 2026! Best books to read this year....
Welcome to 2026!Today I discuss the plans for the podcast in 2026 and also a new segment! Book Review!We also share out favourite books for 2025 and what we are excited for in 2026.Send me a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :)1% Good Club Book!!The Good Human FactoryAmazonBooktopiaCooper's LinksInstagramTikTokLinkedI
#230 Matty Acton — Radio Host, Social Media Star, Grandpa in his 30's!
Matty Acton is one of Australia’s most recognisable radio voices, a social media star with nearly one million followers, and one of the youngest grandpas you will ever meet.In this episode of the Good Humans Podcast, I sit down with Matty to unpack his journey from growing up in regional Australia to becoming the co-host of Brisbane’s highest-rating breakfast radio show, Stav, Abby & Matt on H
1% Pod - Proudest moments of 2025!
Today I discuss what I am most proud of this year!Send me a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :)1% Good Club Book!!The Good Human FactoryAmazonBooktopiaCooper's LinksInstagramTikTokLinkedInYouTubeThe Good Human Factory LinksInstagramWebsiteMerch – Use code PODCAST for 25% OFFWorkshop EnquiryTHE GOOD HUMAN FACTORY™️ 20
#229 Laura Miano – How to Communicate Better About Sex and Connection | Clinical Sexologist
This week I sit down with Laura Miano, a clinical sexologist, therapist, and founder of Miano Clinical Sexology. Laura is passionate about breaking down the stigma around sex and helping people feel more confident, connected, and empowered in their relationships and within themselves.In this conversation we explore how sexual wellness is deeply connected to mental health, the importance of communi
1% Pod - What does it mean to be a Good Human??
Today I discuss what it means to be a good human!Send me a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :)1% Good Club Book!!The Good Human FactoryAmazonBooktopiaCooper's LinksInstagramTikTokLinkedInYouTubeThe Good Human Factory LinksInstagramWebsiteMerch – Use code PODCAST for 25% OFFWorkshop EnquiryTHE GOOD HUMAN FACTORY™️ 202
#228 Noah Wallis — Surfing with Noz on Overcoming Anxiety and Finding Freedom in the Ocean
In this episode I sit down with Noah Wallis, better known online as Surfing with Noz — a former financial trader who turned his life around through surfing, creativity, and YouTube.We dive deep into Noah’s story — from growing up on the coast and struggling with anxiety, to chasing a high-pressure career in trading that eventually left him unfulfilled. He opens up about the moment he realised he n
1% Pod — A few of our communities environmental concerns...
Today I discuss the biggest concerns when it comes to our environment.Send me a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :)1% Good Club Book!!The Good Human FactoryAmazonBooktopiaCooper's LinksInstagramTikTokLinkedInYouTubeThe Good Human Factory LinksInstagramWebsiteMerch – Use code PODCAST for 25% OFFWorkshop EnquiryTHE GOO
#227 Dyson Heppell — Resilience, Leadership and Life Beyond the AFL
This week I’m joined by former Essendon Football Club captain Dyson Heppell, a man whose career has been defined not just by his talent on the field but by his resilience off it.We dive deep into Dyson’s incredible journey through the highs and lows of AFL, from debuting as a rising star to leading his team through one of the toughest scandals in Australian sport. Dyson opens up about the mindset,
#226 — Blue Minds Special Bonus Episode: Live from COP30 in Belém, Brazil - United Nations Climate Change Conference
This special bonus episode comes to you live from COP30 in Belém, Brazil, where Kal Glanznig and I are on the ground representing Blue Minds, Surfers for Climate and The Good Human Factory. After more than fifty hours of travel to get here, it has been incredibly inspiring to immerse ourselves in the global climate movement and witness so many passionate leaders working together for the future of
1% Pod — Bucket List Destinations!
Today I discuss the most special places on the planet to travel.Send me a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :)LSKD x Good Human Collab - https://www.lskd.co/products/good-human-factory-vol-2-tee-flxcotton-oversize-black-washed1% Good Club Book!!The Good Human FactoryAmazonBooktopiaCooper's LinksInstagramTikTokLinkedIn
#225 Steve Chapman – Lessons from Building a Multimillion-Dollar Wellness Brand, Hyro Hydration
This week I sit down with my good mate Steve Chapman, a true Aussie entrepreneur and founder of Hyro Hydration. Steve’s story is one of grit, innovation, and purpose, creating a hydration brand designed to fuel people who want to get more out of life.We dive into his entrepreneurial journey, from the early challenges of building a business from the ground up to how he’s creating a brand that stand
1% Pod - Digital Detox: The Break Your Mind Has Been Begging For
Today I discuss the importance of switching off technology.Send me a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :)LSKD x Good Human Collab - https://www.lskd.co/products/good-human-factory-vol-2-tee-flxcotton-oversize-black-washed1% Good Club Book!!The Good Human FactoryAmazonBooktopiaCooper's LinksInstagramTikTokLinkedInYouTu
#224 Bonnie Killip – Recovering from a 15 Year Eating Disorder to Freedom and Helping Others Through Hypnotherapy and Nutrition
This week I sit down with Bonnie Killip, a clinical hypnotherapist, eating disorder recovery consultant, and author of Ready, Now.Bonnie opens up about her 15-year battle with an eating disorder, and how discovering hypnotherapy completely transformed her life. After years of trying everything from traditional therapy to strict diets, she found true healing when she started working on her subconsc
1% Pod - Someone I Couldn't Live Without
Today I discuss the person I couldn't live without!Send me a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :)1% Good Club Book!!The Good Human FactoryAmazonBooktopiaCooper's LinksInstagramTikTokLinkedInYouTubeThe Good Human Factory LinksInstagramWebsiteMerch – Use code PODCAST for 25% OFFWorkshop EnquiryTHE GOOD HUMAN FACTORY™️ 2
#223 Mikel Nyholt – Overcoming Burnout: Healing a Chronic Autoimmune Disease
This week on the Good Humans Podcast, I sit down with Mikel Nyholt — a high-performing executive at Usher Group, where he leads sales, marketing, and culture for a $100M+ business employing over 500 people. But behind his professional success lies an incredible story of burnout, resilience, and self-healing that will leave you inspired.In his late 20s, Mikel’s life came crashing down. After years
1% Pod — Less Phone, More Presence: My 1% Focus This Week
Today I discuss the area of my life I am working on the most at the moment.Send me a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :)1% Good Club Book!!The Good Human FactoryAmazonBooktopiaCooper's LinksInstagramTikTokLinkedInYouTubeThe Good Human Factory LinksInstagramWebsiteMerch – Use code PODCAST for 25% OFFWorkshop EnquiryTH
#222 Rick Brennan — From World Champion Bodybuilder to Wrongful Accusation and Redemption
This week on the Good Humans Podcast, I sit down with Rick Brennan — a world champion bodybuilder, fitness coach, and mental resilience powerhouse whose story goes far beyond the gym.Rick opens up about his incredible journey from achieving global success in bodybuilding to facing one of the darkest moments of his life — being wrongfully accused of international drug smuggling. What followed was a
1% Pod - Discovering places that leave you in awe.
Today I discuss the last place in nature that left me in awe.Send me a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :)FREE LSKD SPORTING CLUB WORKSHOP APPLICATION - https://form.typeform.com/to/DSPSnvEH1% Good Club Book!!The Good Human FactoryAmazonBooktopiaCooper's LinksInstagramTikTokThe Good Human Factory LinksInstagramWebsit
#221 - 1% Good Club Gold Coast Book Launch - Cooper Chapman live with Sophia Chapman
On today's episode I am interviewed by my little sister Sophia Chapman live at my Gold Coast book launch!Send me a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :)Buy a copy of The 1% Good Club Book!!The Good Human FactoryAmazonBooktopiaCooper's LinksInstagramTikTokThe Good Human Factory LinksInstagramWebsiteMerch – Use code PODC
1% Pod - Sporting Moments I’ll Never Forget
Today I discuss the sporting moments that had the most impact on me.Send me a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :)1% Good Club Book!!The Good Human FactoryAmazonBooktopiaCooper's LinksInstagramTikTokThe Good Human Factory LinksInstagramWebsiteMerch – Use code PODCAST for 25% OFFWorkshop EnquiryTHE GOOD HUMAN FACTORY™️
#220 Belle Brockhoff – Three-Time Olympian, Setbacks, and Mental Strength
This week on the Good Humans Podcast I sit down with Belle Brockhoff — a trailblazer in Australian snowboarding and one of the toughest athletes I’ve ever met.Belle has represented Australia at three Winter Olympics (Sochi 2014, PyeongChang 2018, Beijing 2022) and came agonisingly close to a medal, finishing 4th in Beijing. We dive deep into what it takes to reach the top of such a demanding sport
1% Pod - TODAY I BECAME A PUBLISHED AUTHOR!!!
I am an AUTHOR!!! How exciting! Send me a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :)SYDNEY BOOK LAUNCH TICKETS - https://www.dymocks.com.au/events/details/index/id/NTMxOQ~~GOLD COAST BOOK LAUNCH TICKETS - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-1-book-club-gold-coast-book-launch-tickets-17173320493891% Good Club Book!!The Good Hum
#219 Hugo Toovey - Australian Army Major, Double Cancer Survivor, 25 Stay Alive Charity Founder
This week on the Good Humans Podcast I sit down with Hugo Toovey — an Australian Army Major, cancer survivor, devoted husband, and proud dad.Hugo’s story is nothing short of remarkable. Before the age of 30, he faced and survived both testicular cancer and bowel cancer, enduring countless surgeries and challenges that would have broken many. Yet through it all, Hugo has become a voice of hope, res
1% Pod - One Habit. One Massive Transformation.
In this solo episode I share the habit that has changed my life.Send me a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :)SYDNEY BOOK LAUNCH TICKETS - https://www.dymocks.com.au/events/details/index/id/NTMxOQ~~GOLD COAST BOOK LAUNCH TICKETS - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-1-book-club-gold-coast-book-launch-tickets-171733204938
218 Harry Garside – Boxing Glory, Celebrity Jungle & False Accusations
What does it take to chase greatness, fall short, and still find growth in the toughest moments?This week on the Good Humans Podcast I sit down with Harry Garside — Olympic medallist, Commonwealth Games champion, and one of Australia’s most inspiring athletes. But Harry’s journey hasn’t been without its battles both inside and outside the ring.In this raw and heartfelt chat, Harry opens up about:T
1% Pod — 1% Good Club Dream Jobs + Harry Garside Preview
In this solo episode I share my dream job.Send me a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :)SYDNEY BOOK LAUNCH TICKETS - https://www.dymocks.com.au/events/details/index/id/NTMxOQ~~📚 PRE-ORDER the 1% Good Club Book!!AmazonBooktopiaCooper's LinksInstagramTikTokThe Good Human Factory LinksInstagramWebsiteMerch – Use code POD
#217 Dr Anthea Todd – Womens Health Expert + 4 Fundamentals of Health
This week on the Good Humans Podcast I sit down with Dr Anthea Todd — a Doctor of Physiotherapy, educator, and author who has become a leading voice in women’s health and holistic wellbeing.You might know Anthea from her viral social media videos where she shares health tips while rolling on a skateboard, but behind the creative delivery is a wealth of knowledge grounded in years of study and prac
1% Pod - The 3 Habits I’ll Never Quit (Even When Life Gets Busy)
In this solo episode I share 3 daily habits which are my non negotiables :)Send me a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :)📚 PRE-ORDER the 1% Good Club Book!!AmazonBooktopiaCooper's LinksInstagramTikTokThe Good Human Factory LinksInstagramWebsiteMerch – Use code PODCAST for 25% OFFWorkshop EnquiryTHE GOOD HUMAN FACTORY™
#216 Davey Lloyd – Tradie Life, Reality TV, and Overcoming Addiction
This week on the Good Humans Podcast I sit down with Davey Lloyd — a tradie turned reality TV personality who has lived through some of life’s highest highs and darkest lows.You might recognise Davey from The Bachelor and other reality TV shows, but behind the cameras he was battling a hidden struggle that almost cost him his life. Davey opens up about his journey through drug addiction, the after
1% Pod - Healing your Nervous System
In this solo episode I explore what helped me understand and honour my nervous system rather than fight against itSend me a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :)📚 PRE-ORDER the 1% Good Club Book!!AmazonBooktopiaCooper's LinksInstagramTikTokThe Good Human Factory LinksInstagramWebsiteMerch – Use code PODCAST for 25% OFF
#215 Jian Wong Yen – Building Cold Nips and Hitchhiking Europe on €10 a Day
This week I sat down with Jian Wong Yen, the founder of Cold Nips and a true social entrepreneur who has built one of Australia’s largest and most inspiring wellness movements.We dive into Jian’s upbringing and personal journey to creating a community that’s not just about cold water dips, but about connection, resilience, and fun. He opens up about the lessons he’s learned along the way, and how
1% Pod - Gratitude Literally Changed My Brain
In this solo episode I explore how practising gratitude has literally rewired my brain, shifting my perspective, regulating my nervous system, and helping me find light even in life’s heaviest moments.Send me a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :)📚 PRE-ORDER the 1% Good Club Book!!AmazonBooktopiaCooper's LinksInstagra
#214 Tim O’Sullivan — From Hangovers to Hustle — The Entrepreneur Behind Bae Juice
This week’s episode is all about the raw, real, and often unpredictable journey of entrepreneurship. I’m joined by Tim O’Sullivan, the founder of two hugely successful lifestyle brands: Bae Juice, the Korean pear juice designed to prevent hangovers, and Andie, the tanning gummies making waves in the beauty and wellness space.Tim shares the behind-the-scenes of what it’s really like to build busine
1% Pod - The Real Reason I Meditate (It’s Not What You Think)
In this solo episode I unpack the real reason I meditate, and how it’s transformed the way my nervous system responds to stress and the way I show up in everyday life.Send me a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the club" to join our FREE mindfulness and gratitude accountability community :)📚 PRE-ORDER the 1% Good Club Book!!AmazonBooktopiaCooper's LinksInstagramTikTokThe Good Human Factory Link
#213 Brayden Ainsworth - AFL Career, Eating Disorder Recovery & Mental Health Mission
This week’s conversation is a powerful reminder that success isn’t just about what happens on the field — it’s about how we navigate the challenges off it.Brayden Ainsworth burst onto the AFL scene with the West Coast Eagles, chasing a childhood dream and experiencing the highs of professional sport. But behind the scenes, he was battling something few people knew — an eating disorder that was slo
1% Pod - What Responsibility Means to Me (And Why It Matters)
This episode is all about what responsibility means to me. I share my personal definition, how it’s shaped my life and career, and the role it plays in how I show up for myself and others. From my surfing days to founding The Good Human Factory, responsibility has been a guiding force—and I dive into how you can embrace it in your own journey too.Send me a DM on Instagram saying "I wanna join the
#212 Dr. Tyler Panzner PH.D. — Your DNA Holds the Key to Better Health!
In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Tyler Panzner for the second time! He is a PhD scientist, personal health optimisation coach, and expert in genetic and DNA testing. This conversation will blow your mind if you're interested in taking your health into your own hands.Dr. Panzner breaks down the science of how our genes influence everything from the way we metabolise food, to our mental health, st
