EP8 From Lockdowns to Liberation w/ Brad Piazza

EP8 From Lockdowns to Liberation w/ Brad Piazza

Today we’ve got Brad on the podcast, and sorry not sorry where this one goes. Brad’s been around since the early COVID days and has been with Brothers of Bhundoo since the very beginning.  Last weekend marked a powerful new chapter, with Brad kicking off a fresh Jervis Bay circle and welcoming new brothers into the work. Big kudos to him for stepping up and expanding the tribe. In this episode, we tumble deep down the rabbit holes, but it’s our truth, and we’re standing by it.  Sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride as we explore... * The journey from resistance to community-building during and after the COVID era * How questioning authority led to creating Awaken Aware, a network connecting resistance movements across Australia * Brad’s transformative experience of fatherhood and witnessing childbirth firsthand * Personal stories of challenging COVID fines in court and the mental toll of confronting the system * How 9/11 first cracked open the door to questioning mainstream narratives * The case for building small, self-sufficient communities rather than fighting broken systems * Media manipulation and why protest movements are so often misrepresented * The balance between spreading awareness and knowing when to come up for air * A shared hope for a better world for our kids and future generations This one’s raw, real, and straight from the heart. Welcome to Brothers of Bhundoo: The Podcast.  Aho. Welcome to the circle... Instagram  @brothers_of_bhundoo [https://www.instagram.com/brothers_of_bhundoo/] Website www.brothersofbhundoo.org [https://www.brothersofbhundoo.org/] YouTube www.youtube.com/@BrothersofBhundoo [https://www.youtube.com/@BrothersofBhundoo]

EP7 Reconnecting Through Regeneration w Kiran from Growing Together

Ladies and gentleman, today we have on the poddy the one and only Kiran from Growing Together. What happens when we reconnect with our food, our community, and the soil beneath our feet? Kiran takes us on a journey through the transformative power of community gardening and regenerative agriculture. The industrial food system is killing our soil while disconnecting us from nature and each other. But across Australia, a quiet revolution is taking place in backyards, community plots, and regenerative farms. Drawing on permaculture principles, earth care, people care, and fair share, these initiatives are rebuilding soil health while weaving stronger community bonds. From Milton's community garden to vibrant "remakeries" that combine food production with repair cafes and skill-sharing, Kiran shares how Growing Together is cultivating more than just vegetables. They're creating spaces where diverse people connect across generations and cultures, sharing knowledge that might otherwise be lost. The conversation explores how these community hubs serve as antidotes to our convenience driven, disconnected modern lives. We dive deep into the challenges of modern agriculture, from food waste driven by cosmetic standards to the struggle of small-scale farmers competing against industrial operations. Yet the focus remains hopeful, highlighting how biomimicry, following nature's patterns, offers sustainable solutions that build rather than deplete our natural resources. Ready to grow something meaningful? Whether you're an experienced gardener or have never touched soil, community growing initiatives welcome your unique skills and perspective. Connect with Growing Together for workshops, crop swaps, and collaborative projects that nourish both body and soul. The seeds of change are waiting to be planted...will you help them grow? Welcome to the circle... Growing Togethers https://www.facebook.com/GrowingTogetherSouthCoast/ [https://www.facebook.com/GrowingTogetherSouthCoast/] https://growingtogether.org.au/ [https://growingtogether.org.au/] @growingtogethersc [https://www.instagram.com/growingtogethersc/] Brothers of Bhundoo @brothers_of_bhundoo [https://www.instagram.com/brothers_of_bhundoo/] www.brothersofbhundoo.org [https://www.brothersofbhundoo.org/] www.youtube.com/@BrothersofBhundoo [https://www.youtube.com/@BrothersofBhundoo] Welcome to the circle... Instagram  @brothers_of_bhundoo [https://www.instagram.com/brothers_of_bhundoo/] Website www.brothersofbhundoo.org [https://www.brothersofbhundoo.org/] YouTube www.youtube.com/@BrothersofBhundoo [https://www.youtube.com/@BrothersofBhundoo]

EP6 From Circus to Soul: Otis on Falling, Healing, and Rising Again

Today we’ve got our brother Otis Laurie on the podcast. I first met this legend at the Ronald McDonald House in Canberra...and he was juicing cabbage, and I thought, yep, I need to yarn with this bloke and we've been good mates since.  Over the years I've been more than inspired by many of the stories shared on this episode. From surviving a gnarly multi-storey fall, to running away with the circus in New Zealand, to facing off with an autoimmune condition, and his own personal battles, Otis doesn’t just survive, he alchemises it all into something powerful, and has been a constant inspiration to how he handles adversity. This episode’s a deep dive into how life’s pressure can either break you or turn you into a bloody diamond. Welcome to the circle... Instagram  @manifest_with_otis [https://www.instagram.com/manifest_with_otis?igsh=ZHJpc3plbW0ybTl6] @brothers_of_bhundoo [https://www.instagram.com/brothers_of_bhundoo/] Website www.brothersofbhundoo.org [https://www.brothersofbhundoo.org/] YouTube www.youtube.com/@BrothersofBhundoo [https://www.youtube.com/@BrothersofBhundoo] Welcome to the circle... Instagram  @brothers_of_bhundoo [https://www.instagram.com/brothers_of_bhundoo/] Website www.brothersofbhundoo.org [https://www.brothersofbhundoo.org/] YouTube www.youtube.com/@BrothersofBhundoo [https://www.youtube.com/@BrothersofBhundoo]

EP5 Growth & Redemption: Andrew "Hulk" Hull's Rise from Chaos to Purpose

In this episode, we sit down with our man Andrew “The Hulk” Hull - a man whose story punches through stereotypes and lands deep in the heart. Raised in the tough streets of Western Sydney under the shadow of a hardened father, Andrew’s early life was shaped by chaos, addiction, and survival. But what emerged is a man of profound purpose, forged not just in pain, but in discipline, truth, and the drive to lift others. From plumbing trenches to mentoring young men and ex-offenders, Andrew’s path has carved through depression, addiction, and the long road back to self-worth. He shares how physical training, mental reprogramming through NLP, and old-school grit helped him rebuild - layer by layer. This one’s unfiltered, grounded, and full of fire. Welcome to the circle… Instagram  @brothers_of_bhundoo Website  www.brothersofbhundoo.org [http://www.brothersofbhundoo.org] Welcome to the circle... Instagram  @brothers_of_bhundoo [https://www.instagram.com/brothers_of_bhundoo/] Website www.brothersofbhundoo.org [https://www.brothersofbhundoo.org/] YouTube www.youtube.com/@BrothersofBhundoo [https://www.youtube.com/@BrothersofBhundoo]

EP4 Tipis, Healing & Blues: G-Man’s Journey Back to the Heart and his Health

In this episode, we sit down with the legendary Grahame "G-Man" Webber, one of the heartbeats of our circle, whose story weaves together wisdom, grit, and deep community roots. From spearheading the resurrection of an old tipi (sourced from one of the last traditional makers in the country), to navigating a healing journey through cancer with plant/natural based medicine, meditation, and presence, Grahame shares from a place of lived truth. We explore how this year-long tipi project became more than canvas and poles—it became a vessel for connection, ceremony, and shared vision. Alongside tales of music, festivals, and front-yard alchemy, G-Man offers golden threads on what it means to live with intention, create with heart, and walk lightly but purposefully through this life. Come gather round the digital fire. This one's layered, real, and full of soul. Welcome to the circle... Instagram  @grahame_webber [https://www.instagram.com/grahame_webber/] @brothers_of_bhundoo [https://www.instagram.com/brothers_of_bhundoo/] Website www.brothersofbhundoo.org [https://www.brothersofbhundoo.org/] YouTube www.youtube.com/@BrothersofBhundoo [https://www.youtube.com/@BrothersofBhundoo] Welcome to the circle... Instagram  @brothers_of_bhundoo [https://www.instagram.com/brothers_of_bhundoo/] Website www.brothersofbhundoo.org [https://www.brothersofbhundoo.org/] YouTube www.youtube.com/@BrothersofBhundoo [https://www.youtube.com/@BrothersofBhundoo]