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Don't Let The Old Man In

Pod O'Sullivan
Midlife
Mental Health
Divorce
Burnout
Midlife Reinvention
Aging
Healthspan
Australia
Masculinity
Glp-1 Medications
Walking Speed
Men's Circle
Advanced Care Planning
Retirement
Cancer
Singapore
Menopause
Men's Table
Social Connection
Shame

DLTOMI is a weekly podcast brought to you by Pod O’Sullivan, where he has real and candid conversations to navigate midlife, health, relationships, reinvention, purpose, and everything in between.

Pod O’Sullivan has been fascinated with transitions and personal reinventions for most of his life. His career has seen him in the medical industry, in sales and marketing, consulting industries, being s... more

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In this episode of Don't Let the Old Man In, we sit down with Paul Drayton (author of Ride – Or Die Trying) to dive into his ADHD diagnosis in midlife, his struggles with alcohol addiction, and coming to grips with his neurodivergence gave him purpos... more

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In this episode of Don't Let the Old Man In, we speak with entrepreneur and author Steve Pratt about how selling his business drove him to find his purpose after 50, which he found by running midlife experiments.

We discuss what he's tried, how its ... more

In this episode of Don't Let the Old Man In, we sit down with behavioural scientist Nicholas Epley, to unpack why social connection is so important for overall happiness, how to make new friends in midlife, and why men shouldn't fear striking up a ch... more

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In this episode of Don't Let the Old Man In, we speak with Ian Westmoreland, a successful IT worker who left it all behind at age 59 to pursue a second half of purpose and fulfilment. We discuss what drove him to make a change, men's mental health, t... more

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Recent Guests

Steve Pratt
Former TV creator, presenter, podcast business owner, entrepreneur who sold his business at 50
Self-employed entrepreneur/Media
Episode: How To Stand Out In Midlife After Trying To Fit In || Reinventing Yourself w/ Steve Pratt
Nicholas Epley
Professor of behavioral science at the University of Chicago, Booth School of Business
University of Chicago, Booth School of Business
Episode: Why Talking With Strangers Makes Us Happier || Making new friends in midlife w/ Nicholas Epley
Ian Westmoreland
Founder of Mentoring Men and Kintsugi Heroes
Mentoring Men; Kintsugi Heroes
Episode: How To Chase Your Purpose In Midlife || Starting Over In Your 50s w/ Ian Westmoreland
Kat Page
workplace psychologist and author
Author of Good Work, Transforming Your Work from the Inside Out
Episode: Why Work Is Draining Your Energy (And How To Fix it) || w/ workplace psychologist Dr Kat Page
Mark Beretta
Television presenter and former Sunrise host
Channel 7 / Sunrise
Episode: What's Hurting Our Sons Is What We Praise Them For || Mark Beretta on body image and mental health
Sarah Rusbatch
Author of Beyond Booze, Sobriety Coach
Beyond Booze / sarahrusbatch.com
Episode: You Don’t Need Rock Bottom To Quit Alcohol || Sobriety Coach on Drinking Less in Midlife
Erin Buttermore
Imposter syndrome expert and researcher
Episode: Imposter Syndrome Expert - This Trap Makes Capable People Feel Like Frauds (w/ Erin Buttermore)
Andrew May
Elite sports mindset coach and performance expert
Episode: Elite Sports Mindset Coach Reveals How High-Achieving Men Avoid Burnout || Andrew May
Dr. Suzy Green
Clinical psychologist and advocate of positive psychology
Independent psychologist and educator
Episode: Why Achievement Feels Empty In Midlife (And How To Feel Fulfilled) w/ Dr Suzy Green

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Pod O'Sullivan
Host of the show; medical/educational background; focuses on midlife transitions, health, reinvention, and practical takeaways.

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 24 ratings
  • A conversation most men don’t have

    Really appreciate the insights and conversations. Perfect for understanding both my Dad and my partner.

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    5
    graciechops
    Australia4 months ago

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Great balance of personal stories and psychological insight.
Thoughtful conversations that speak to practical midlife challenges.
Genuine storytelling with usable tips for parents and professionals alike.
Feels supportive for listeners seeking meaningful change in midlife.

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Why Talking With Strangers Makes Us Happier || Making new friends in midlife w/ Nicholas Epley
Q: What's a practical tip listeners can start with to improve their social connections today?
When in doubt, reach out—test whether your hesitation is a barrier and, if so, push through it to discover your greater capacity to connect.
Why Talking With Strangers Makes Us Happier || Making new friends in midlife w/ Nicholas Epley
Q: What have you changed your mind about after 15 years of researching social interaction?
That personality labels like introvert vs. extrovert don't strictly determine happiness; instead, approaching conversations with genuine curiosity and openness leads to better experiences for both parties.
Why Talking With Strangers Makes Us Happier || Making new friends in midlife w/ Nicholas Epley
Q: For folks who haven't read your book, what are listeners going to get from today's conversation?
They'll likely leave feeling empowered by the idea that social connection is a choose-able, ongoing practice and that small, curious conversations can enrich happiness and well-being.
What's Hurting Our Sons Is What We Praise Them For || Mark Beretta on body image and mental health
Q: You've reinvented yourself many times. What mindset or habits help you navigate big changes?
He emphasizes following what he enjoys, pursuing diverse short-term projects, and staying open to new opportunities as the practical approach to reinvention, along with valuing family and community.
What's Hurting Our Sons Is What We Praise Them For || Mark Beretta on body image and mental health
Q: What inspired you to become an ambassador for the Butterfly Foundation, and what is your role there?
Mark explains he has long viewed Butterfly Foundation as a vital resource for information and support, and his role is to spotlight the less-visible issue of eating disorders among young men, encouraging discussion and awareness.

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