Better Bloke

#110: Andrew Carpenter | the man most hated by child sex offenders

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/

#109: The Curly Show | A Raw Chat About Purpose, Pressure & Mateship

This week, we sit down with Nathan Marks, better known as The Curly Show, a bloke who packed up his life, moved into a van, and hit the road chasing something more meaningful than the standard 9 to 5. While most people know him from social media, this conversation goes a lot deeper than the funny reels, calling things "gay" and fighting. Curls opens up about the solo trip through South America that changed the trajectory of his life, the lessons he learnt travelling alone, and how stepping outside his comfort zone helped shape the bloke he is today. We unpack mateship, accountability, backing yourself, and the reality of chasing a dream in a world where everyone’s quick to judge from the outside looking in. It’s a raw and honest chat about growth, identity, and figuring life out without pretending to have all the answers. If you’ve only ever seen the online version of Curls, this episode gives you a very different insight into the man behind the camera. Help us help the blokes who need it: https://www.betterblokeproject.org/pages/donate-now Find us on socials: https://www.instagram.com/betterblokeproject/ https://www.facebook.com/thebetterblokeproject/ https://www.tiktok.com/@betterblokeproject See more of The Curly Show: https://www.instagram.com/thecurlyshow__/

#108: What no one told you about becoming a man

No one really tells you what becoming a man actually looks like. You just figure it out as you go… and most of the time, you’re winging it. In this episode, we unpack the pressure, the mixed messages, and the expectations that come with it. From the idea that no one is coming to save you, to the influence young blokes are facing online, and the confusion around what it even means to “step up.” We talk about why blokes should be chasing happiness, not just pushing through, and how mental health plays a big role in relationships, work, and everyday life. There’s also a real conversation around money, pressure, and the reality a lot of men are facing right now trying to provide while still being present. At the end of the day, it’s simple: Do the work. Take responsibility. But understand… you don’t have to have it all figured out overnight.

The Point | Haze Hepi: The Truth About Violence No One Wants To Say

In this episode of The Point, we take a look back at our conversation with Haze The Huntsman and unpack one of the most uncomfortable topics in modern society: the role of violence, and whether good men should still be capable of it. Violence is usually spoken about as something purely destructive, and for good reason — in the wrong hands, it can do serious damage. But Haze, a professional bare-knuckle fighter, sees it differently. To him, violence is a tool. Like any tool, it can be used to build something, protect something, or destroy something. This conversation challenges the idea that violence itself is the problem, and instead asks a deeper question: what kind of man is holding the tool? See the full episode: https://youtu.be/V-CC3UlQWeM?si=CM9vwI4JXzteiuel

#107: Raising Sons Isn’t About What You Teach... It’s What You Show

Nathan's a member of our community who caught our attention while taking on a challenge: a walk to raise awareness and funds for prostate cancer. What stood out wasn’t just the cause, but the reason behind it. Nathan is doing it to set an example for his nine-year-old son, showing through action the kind of man he hopes his boy grows up to be. With prostate cancer taking his grandfather and affecting multiple men in his family, this fight is deeply personal. This episode goes far beyond the walk. We get into fatherhood, raising boys, the pressure of trying to lead by example, and the hard truths men often avoid until it’s too late. With Rob and Nathan both raising sons of a similar age, the conversation opens up into a relatable and honest look at modern dad life.