Ep 28: Jordan Dittloff - Free State Project, International Arbitration & Why Australia Needs a Reset

Ep 28: Jordan Dittloff - Free State Project, International Arbitration & Why Australia Needs a Reset

Jordan Dittloff returns to The JBH Show to discuss parallel societies, the Free State Project in New Hampshire, and why Australia desperately needs a political renaissance. From his recent Senate campaign experience to his new PhD research on international commercial arbitration, Jordan brings a unique perspective on libertarian activism, political strategy, and the future of governance in an increasingly interconnected world. Join us as we explore what happens after an election loss, the concept of building communities and institutions that operate independently of the political system, and why sometimes the best path forward isn't winning government but creating alternatives that make government less relevant. We dive deep into the Free State Project, a conscious migration strategy where thousands of libertarians from across America are relocating to New Hampshire to create libertarian communities and influence state politics. Jordan explains why New Hampshire with its live free or die motto, no state income tax, 480 state representatives serving part time for basically volunteer wages, and low barrier to entry for political participation represents what Mormons achieved in Utah or what the LGBT community achieved in San Francisco. He shares his plans to visit in June and July to see firsthand how this internal migration is transforming local government, why libertarian university students are serving as state legislators, and whether this model could work in Australia or if the ultimate answer is migrating to the libertarian fatherland. Jordan opens up about his post election recovery, gaining 12 kilos after dropping under 80 at his lowest point during the campaign, rediscovering his love for entrepreneurial flexible work after years of nine to five salary jobs, and his current side questing including work with the Free Speech Union reading terribly drafted legislation passed in 48 hour periods after the Bondi massacre. He explains why the urge to do something after tragedy is understandable but produces knee jerk reactions that create poorly drafted laws that won't be used just like the existing powers that weren't used to prevent the attack, how the original hate speech legislation was thankfully stripped of criminal offenses by the Liberal Party and Senate crossbench, why these rushed bills are susceptible to High Court challenges under the implied freedom of political communication just like Victoria's political donation laws were recently struck down, and the dangerous precedent of legislating before the royal commission actually examines evidence and hears submissions. The episode explores Jordan's new PhD research on international commercial arbitration, a fascinating area of private justice where companies resolve disputes through private judges called arbitrators instead of nation state courts, why this represents libertarian principles in action at the frontiers where nation state law isn't always relevant. We tackle global politics and whether Trump's actions in Venezuela and Iran represent 40 chess to weaken China's oil supply or just doing what he wants without caring about anyone else, why America thinks in electoral cycles while Europe thinks in generations and China thinks in centuries, the inevitability that globalization as a market and technology trend will continue empowering individuals even as globalism as elite control frays, why the nation state will remain relevant but become just one of many actors people can forum shop between, the scary reality of what war looks like when human life isn't a cost you have to pay if robot boots replace human boots on the ground, and why America with its Constitution and Bill of Rights hard coded into the system has the institutional robustness to survive longer than the Roman Empire while Australia and the UK lack those protections. Jordan shares his thoughts on Australia's potential, why we still have time and resources to turn things around but our culture's attitude towards success and risk is problematic, the Build Australia initiative promoting manufacturing with the catch cry that Australia's Renaissance will be aesthetic, why he sees the US as the shining hope where technology and advancement can occur within a framework of individual liberties, his personal availability if Elon wants legal services for space commerce because the first people in space if there's commerce will be lawyers, and the shocking reality that Victoria's entire political donation and funding regime has been invalidated by the High Court meaning no caps, no foreign donation limits, and no public funding until Labor and the Liberals work out their response. Follow Jordan on all socials @dittloff4sens for libertarian and common sense takes on politics, policy, and the path forward.

Ep 27: Caleb "Chaos" Beeby - Winning Survivor, Island Life & Why Underestimation is your Superpower

Caleb "Chaos" Beeby is the winner of Australian Survivor Redemption, a rubbish truck driver turned reality TV champion who survived 46 days of starvation, storms, and strategic gameplay on the beaches of Samoa. Caleb brings raw authenticity, larrikin humor, and a genuine love for nature's unloved creatures to The JBH Show. Join us as we explore his journey from working on farms and driving rubbish trucks in South Gippsland to becoming Australia's newest Survivor champion, why being underestimated his whole life became his greatest superpower, and the moment a friend sent his jackass meets Steve Irwin videos to recruitment that changed everything. We dive deep into the brutal realities of Survivor, the insane centipedes that bit contestants in the face, and why being covered in ants every night was just normal. Caleb shares his strategy of being crazy but cautious, floating between alliances while feeding them information about each other, waking up in the middle of the night to scatter rice and bean rations through the jungle to weaken his competitors, and why playing without a care in the world gave him the freedom to make wild moves that the Survivor gods rewarded. The conversation takes a fascinating turn as we explore the mental game that most viewers never see, why paradise becomes hell when you're starving and paranoid, how Caleb took time every morning to sit on the beach alone and remember he was in a beautiful part of the world, the power couple alliance with Liz where they promised 100% honesty in a game built on lies, his decision to take down Mark the diplomat and all the big players by convincing everyone that underdogs shouldn't be feeding the people who will beat them, and the gut wrenching final decision to not sit next to Liz because he knew the jury would vote emotionally for a single mom of two kids. Caleb opens up about why he genuinely thought he'd be voted out first as the heavily tattooed edgy guy, how real life experiences with crazy characters and nature prepared him for everything the island threw at him, and the Year of the Underdog speech at tribal council that made enemies but changed the game. Caleb shares the advice from another Survivor contestant about giving yourself two weeks to eat whatever you want before adding discipline back, why some people sleep on the floor when they get home because beds feel too comfortable, and the trauma bonding that happens when you're pooping in holes and living in each other's faces with no walls or privacy for a month and a half. The episode explores what's next for Caleb, whether its summiting mountains with dreams of eventually tackling Everest, to paying off his mortgage with the prize money, to planning trips to the Cook Islands for the great crab migration, to continuing his YouTube mission of showcasing the unloved creatures like stingers, ugly bugs, and giant pacific octopuses that people usually flick past in nature books. Caleb discusses his diploma in conservation and land management, why he's finally starting to believe in himself after a lifetime of feeling like he fell short academically and socially, the importance of doing things that bring you joy instead of getting lost in society's hustle and bustle, and his message that you actually can achieve what you set your mind to because he's living proof. Whether you're a Survivor superfan, interested in reality TV behind the scenes, looking for inspiration to back yourself and chase your dreams, passionate about nature and wildlife, or just want to hear from someone who turned being underestimated into a half million dollar victory, this episode delivers unfiltered stories, strategic gameplay insights, survival horror tales, and a compelling reminder to live actively and believe in yourself. Follow Caleb on Instagram @calebbeebybruh and YouTube Caleb BB @calebbbstunts for wild adventures with nature's most underappreciated creatures.

The JBH Show Episode 26: Michael "Dude 2" McRae, Two Dudes Skincare, Budgie Smugglers & Men's Health

Check out Two Dudes at twodudesproject.com and use the code JBHSHOW10 at checkout for $10 off your order! Michael "Dude 2" McRae is the co-founder of Two Dudes, New Zealand's fastest growing natural skincare and deodorant brand that's now taking Australia by storm. From selling beer in Singapore to accidentally discovering the skincare gap for men, Michael and his business partner Tom have built a brand that combines world-class active ingredients with UV hardened New Zealand botanicals and delivers them at supermarket prices. Join us as we explore how two blokes in a sweaty Singapore apartment putting on night cream together turned into a million-dollar business, why Tom's girlfriend (now wife) is actually the real founder behind Two Dudes, and the moment a random Domino's Pizza employee unknowingly decided who would be Dude 1 and who would be Dude 2. We dive deep into the early days of product development, sending out skincare samples in urine jars to fifty mates in a Facebook group, the hilarious moment when their mate Eddie mixed charcoal cleanser with moisturizer without washing it off and created grey sludge on his face, and why that experience taught them that men's skincare had to be two steps, two minutes, twice per day or dudes would never use it. Michael shares the challenges of leaving stable careers at Heineken to start a moisturizer company when everyone thought they were insane, working with cosmetic chemists for two years to develop their own IP instead of white labeling, spending $8,000 just to test SPF compliance, and the manufacturer who told them that of ten brands that come to her, only one ever comes back for a second order. The conversation takes a fascinating turn as we explore Two Dudes' outrageous marketing strategy, why they don't compete with L'Oreal or Nivea but instead compete with the entire internet, getting New Zealand journalist Paddy Gower to pull up in a green Lamborghini and yell "this is the fucking cream" for their rebrand launch, making Tom skydive into a Chemist Warehouse car park with deodorant strapped to his arms for $410, and their recent Budgie Smuggler collaboration for Testicular Cancer Awareness Month that sold out in four days. Michael explains why Roger Federer on a bus doesn't appeal to regular dudes, how their Gen Z TikTok hire creates content that legacy brands could never pull off, the difference between brand awareness marketing and performance marketing rabbit holes, and why appearing on national TV in Budgie Smugglers is just another Tuesday. We tackle the business fundamentals behind the fun, why Michael thinks the worst advice is telling people to quit their jobs and fully commit when he and Tom actually sold skincare out of the beer company car park at night until they hit revenue targets, the saying that revenue is vanity, profit is sanity, and cash flow is king, being married to an insolvency lawyer and seeing how many businesses fail because founders don't know their numbers, and why surrounding yourself with people who believe in your mission is the most important lesson they've learned. Michael opens up about the relationship with his business partner Tom, why they've never had a full blown argument despite running a business together for six years, and the advantage of going into business with someone who's your mate. The episode explores the Two Dudes product range from the original moisturizer that took two years to develop to the natural deodorant that's become their hero product, why they launched skincare first as a high trust category to build loyalty before bringing in mainstream dudes with body wash, the three scents of deodorant including Zesty Forest and Coconut Rush that smells like surfboard wax, their meticulous vetting process for every ingredient, and why SPF moisturizer is non negotiable in Australia where the ozone hole gives you extra UV and some of the highest melanoma rates per capita in the world. Michael discusses their expansion from New Zealand to 400 Australian stores with a goal of 2000 by Christmas, the two customer types of dudes buying for themselves and gift givers like moms and girlfriends, why half the supermarket shelf is female brands targeting men which would never fly in beer, and their mission to become the biggest men's brand in Australia by going to war with big cream. Whether you're interested in building an e-commerce business, creating a brand with personality in a boring category, guerrilla marketing tactics that cost hundreds instead of thousands, the realities of founder life and business partnerships, men's health advocacy, or just want to hear how a Domino's Pizza employee accidentally named the hierarchy of a skincare empire, this episode delivers practical insights, brutal honesty, and a compelling vision for what's possible when you combine world class ingredients with raw nature and a sense of humor.

The JBH Show Episode 25: Jordan Davey - Breathwork, Biohacking & Building a Life Beyond the Rat Race

Jordan Davey is a health coach from Melbourne with almost eight years of experience in holistic health and functional medicine. From studying psychology and neuroscience to discovering his calling after his own health crisis involving debilitating anxiety, Jordan brings a comprehensive approach to health that integrates physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing. Join us as we explore his journey from suffering panic attacks to building a thriving health coaching practice while living by the beach in Torquay, working with clients globally, running his school community and Podcast called Organic Optimization, and pursuing his masters in neuroscience to become a psychopharmacologist working with psychedelic therapy. We dive deep into the foundations of holistic health, why the nervous system and circadian rhythm are the first dominoes that dictate everything else in the body, how chronic stress keeps you trapped in fight or flight mode and shuts down healing processes, the shocking reality that 99% of people are deficient in magnesium on conventional ranges, and why most health issues are complex requiring an understanding of how gut health, hormones, immune function, breathing patterns, light environment, and mindset all interact. Jordan explains his meticulous approach to gut protocols, why leaky gut and low stomach acid are usually the first dominoes that fall before SIBO and pathogen overgrowth, how antimicrobials differ from antibiotics by targeting bad microbes without nuking beneficial strains, why anyone who's had more than five rounds of antibiotics has devastated gut flora, and the three to six month elimination diet and supplement protocol that restored his health and now transforms his clients. The conversation takes a fascinating turn as we explore the circadian rhythm as the body's 24 hour clock mechanism that resets with morning light and dictates hormonal cascades throughout the day, why artificial blue light after sunset tricks your body into thinking it's noon and spikes cortisol when you need melatonin, the game changing impact of wearing red lens blue light blocking glasses at night, why Jordan's house looks like a brothel with all red bulbs but delivers incredible sleep quality, and his experience being the sickest he'd been in six years while working at Australia's best wellness club because he was inside under artificial light from 5am to 7pm. We discuss the lymphatic system that most people have never heard of, Perry Nicholson's Big Six technique that takes three minutes and clears lymphatic blockages from head to toe, why grounding your feet on earth in the morning releases the positive charge built up overnight, and Jordan's perfect morning routine that gets you outside for natural light, rehydrates with spring water and sea salt, optimizes lymphatic drainage, regulates the nervous system with breathwork, and front loads calories with high protein and fat breakfasts. The episode explores hustle culture and why decisions made from fear never work versus the abundance mindset and delusional self belief that successful people embody, why you have complete choice in everything even if you have four mortgages and could quit tomorrow, the power of finding mentors who've already done what you want to do, how Jordan's footy mates thought he was cooked when he stopped drinking and started posting health content but now see his transformation, Paul Chek and Shervin as role models who embody holistic health, Jack Kruse as the smartest man Jordan's ever listened to who's also a complete asshole, Nayib Bukele and Javier Milei as political leaders who actually live their values, and why there's no Australian politician anyone grows up wanting to be like. Whether you're dealing with gut issues, sleep problems, anxiety, relationship struggles, career dissatisfaction, or just want a roadmap for optimizing every aspect of your health and life from someone who's walked the path and now guides hundreds of others, this episode delivers practical protocols, unflinching honesty, and a compelling vision for what's possible when you take radical responsibility for your wellbeing.

The JBH Show Episode 24: Vince Craig - SAS Veteran Takes On Ukraine, Russia & Modern Warfare

Vince Craig is an ex-Special Air Service Regiment soldier, historian with a PhD, and author of Never Get Off The Train, a semi-fictional account of his time as a foreign military advisor in Ukraine. From joining the army the day Elvis died in 1977 to serving in K-Troop doing freefall parachuting and working with US Navy SEALs, Vince brings decades of military experience and a unique perspective on modern warfare. Join us as we explore his remarkable journey from SAS operator to university academic, his decision to leave everything behind and fly into an active war zone just three weeks after Russia invaded Ukraine, and the extraordinary experiences that followed across multiple deployments training Ukrainian forces alongside Americans, Brits, Kiwis, Norwegians, Danes, and fighters from across the world. We dive deep into Vince's first chaotic days in Poland, knocking on the Ukrainian Embassy door in Warsaw, sleeping in a copse of trees after missing train connections, being woken by police at 5:30am while eating beans from a can, and arriving at the Polish-Ukrainian border to find a scene nothing like the orderly refugee operation he expected—complete with a cardinal blessing people, a guy on a unicycle throwing balls, and French tents abandoned like a scene from Dunkirk. Vince shares stories of guarding refugee women and children from human traffickers and pedophiles, filling shopping trolleys with pasta and water to distribute across the border, and the moment he realized that even in humanitarian crises, organizations don't want to share their toys because they want all the glory. The conversation takes a compelling turn as we explore what Kiev was like in those early days when it resembled I Am Legend with Will Smith, completely empty streets with tank traps everywhere, and the reality of training Ukrainian forces who took two weeks to learn basic weapons safety procedures. Vince explains why he sees the Ukrainian military in 2022 as similar to Australia in 1914—a militia force, not ready, with only a small core of professional soldiers—and how units varied wildly from elite groups like Azov to units commanded by podcast hosts and guys who could do lots of chin-ups. We discuss the shocking reality that a Ukrainian Major who served in Iraq couldn't run a basic range practice, why officers were chosen because they owned petrol stations or had cousins in government, and how Vince and his team worked to implement NATO-standard training across diverse units. We tackle the brutal realities of the conflict, from Vince nearly dying of pneumonia on his first trip and having a US Navy corpsman check his vitals at 3am, to experiencing air raids in Mykolaiv where rockets landed close enough to make him put his helmet on, to the philosophy that two things get you killed—bad luck and fuck ups—and sometimes there's nothing you can do about bad luck. Vince opens up about the soldiers he trained who later invaded Russia and sent him photos holding the Ukrainian flag in Russian territory, the heartbreaking reality that many of those guys are now dead, and why Ukraine is so short of men that nuclear physicists get sent to assault brigades instead of using their skills where they're actually needed. The episode explores Ukrainian culture and resilience, from experiencing Banya saunas so hot that men just sit there grunting to force out the pain, to meeting Vitali Klitschko the heavyweight champion and mayor of Kiev standing next to knocked-out Russian tanks displayed in front of St. Michael's Church, to playing guitar and singing under railway stations for morale until police moved them along. We discuss why Ukrainians are the toughest people Vince has encountered, how they've already rebuilt towns like Bucha that were destroyed because their mindset is "you're not getting back here," the sophistication of Ukrainian cities with shopping malls that make Australian ones look like dirt farms, and why their innovation with drones, floating bombs, and improvised weapons is leading the world. We examine the human cost of the conflict, why smaller towns and villages bear the recruiting burden while young people skateboard in Kiev, the conscription age and meat grinder reality for soldiers sent to units with officers who don't care, the woman at the souvenir stand who started crying when Vince told her "you're not alone," and why he keeps going back despite the financial cost and physical toll. Vince shares his thoughts on what Australia should do to support Ukraine, why giving them our mothballed helicopters instead of cutting them up would make a difference, the challenge of finding an off-ramp for Russia that doesn't require Ukraine to cede territory, and his disappointment that Trump hasn't brokered the deal he hoped for. Get Vince's book Never Get Off The Train at www.vincecraig.com.au [https://www.vincecraig.com.au]