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by Cut Through

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Cut Through is a podcast for people who are tired of noise, outrage, and shallow thinking — and want clarity instead. Hosted by Christian Co, the show features honest, long-form conversations with thinkers, leaders, and everyday people who have lived through failure, doubt, faith, ambition, loss, and rebuilding. Together, they explore the ideas that shape a meaningful life — identity, purpose, power, truth, culture, work, and belief. While especially relevant for young men navigating adulthood in a fragmented culture, these conversations are for anyone who wants to cut through the noise and

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June 19, 2026

24. I Had It All By 25. But…

<p>Most people chase success believing it will finally make them happy.</p><p>But what happens when you actually get there?</p><p>Loren Justins is the founder and CEO of Netconn Technology — a business he started in his early 20s and has built over more than 25 years.</p><p>After dropping out of university, Loren went on to build a successful technology company, work with major organisations, mentor young leaders, write for Golf Digest, travel to over 60 countries, and become an early supporter and associate producer of the global series The Chosen.</p><p>By his mid-20s, Loren had achieved many of the things young men spend their lives chasing — money, cars, success and freedom.</p><p>But he discovered success doesn’t answer life’s biggest questions.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Cut Through, Loren shares:</p><p>• Why achieving your goals won’t automatically make you happy<br>• The hidden pressure and guilt that can come with success<br>• Why money, cars and status don’t create lasting fulfilment<br>• The real cost of building a business young<br>• Why trust matters more than talent in business and relationships<br>• How to find mentors and surround yourself with the right people<br>• Why losing opportunities can become your biggest turning points<br>• What young people need to understand about AI, careers and the future of work<br>• Why some incredibly successful people still feel empty<br>• How to discover what actually matters before it’s too late<br>• How losing his mum and facing his own health battles challenged his faith<br>• Why following Jesus has given him hope, purpose and peace</p><p><br></p><p>This isn’t just a conversation about building a successful business.</p><p>It’s about building a life worth living.</p><p><br></p><p>Watch the full conversation on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/ZGFXklGQLtk</p>

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June 12, 2026

23. Leaving My Gang Almost Got Me Killed

<p>Josh Gonzalez grew up in a good home.</p><p><br></p><p>He wasn’t supposed to end up in gangs.</p><p><br></p><p>But as a teenager in South-East Sydney, Josh was pulled into the streets, surrounded by violence, drugs and a culture built around respect, loyalty and reputation.</p><p><br></p><p>What started as hanging around older guys became something much deeper. A search for brotherhood, identity and a place to belong.</p><p><br></p><p>Before becoming a pastor, Josh was involved in gang life, selling drugs, battling addiction and chasing success through rap music. His music was gaining attention, with a potential record deal and overseas tour opportunities opening up.</p><p><br></p><p>On the outside, it looked like he was getting closer to everything he wanted.</p><p><br></p><p>On the inside, everything was falling apart.</p><p><br></p><p>His marriage was breaking down, his addiction was taking over, his past was catching up with him, and after a violent confrontation with his former gang, Josh reached the lowest point of his life.</p><p><br></p><p>But that moment changed everything.</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode of Cut Through, Josh shares the real story behind gangs, street culture and why so many young men are searching for meaning in the wrong places.</p><p><br></p><p>We talk about:</p><p><br></p><p>• Why young men chase respect and status<br>• What gangs provide that society often fails to give<br>• The power of your environment and the people around you<br>• How success can leave you feeling empty<br>• Drugs, addiction and trying to escape yourself<br>• Why Josh believes Jesus gave him what nothing else could</p><p><br></p><p>This isn’t just a story about leaving a gang.</p><p><br></p><p>It’s a conversation about the question every young man eventually has to answer:</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What are you building your life on?</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Watch the full interview:<br>https://youtu.be/TYQLpZzxJH0</p>

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June 5, 2026

22 . I Got My Dream Life… It Wasn’t Enough

<p><strong>Spotify Description:</strong></p><p>Josh Newbegin had what many young men dream of.</p><p>Travelling the world. Snowboarding in Whistler. Chasing adventure. Living with freedom. But after finally getting the life he thought would make him happy, he discovered something confronting:</p><p>It was fun… but it wasn’t fulfilling.  </p><p>In this episode of Cut Through, Christian sits down with Josh Newbegin — men’s coach, speaker, founder of Kaizen Coaching Solutions, and host of the Unchained podcast — who now works with men, leaders, schools, organisations and groups to help people build healthier mindsets, stronger identity, and a deeper sense of purpose.  </p><p>Josh shares his journey from chasing pleasure and success, to burnout, emptiness and finally discovering what was missing underneath it all. After years of trying to prove he was “enough” through achievement and helping others, Josh reached a breaking point that forced him to rebuild his understanding of identity, masculinity, faith and purpose.  </p><p>We explore why so many young men today feel lost despite having more comfort and opportunity than ever, why pleasure alone can’t satisfy, the crisis of modern masculinity, and why finding meaning matters more than chasing the next dopamine hit.  </p><p>Josh also opens up about his return to faith — not as a set of rules that restricted his life, but as a framework that helped him understand who he was created to be.  </p><p>If you’ve ever wondered, “Is this all there is?” — more money, more experiences, more success, more fun — this conversation is for you.</p><p><strong>In this episode:</strong></p><ul><li>Why achieving your dream life can still leave you empty</li><li>The difference between happiness and true fulfilment</li><li>Why young men are struggling with purpose</li><li>What healthy masculinity actually looks like</li><li>How to stop proving yourself and start living from identity</li><li>Why asking for help is strength, not weakness</li><li>How faith, mindset and habits can transform your life</li></ul>

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What is Cut Through?

Cut Through is a podcast for people who are tired of noise, outrage, and shallow thinking — and want clarity instead.

Hosted by Christian Co, the show features honest, long-form conversations with thinkers, leaders, and everyday people who have lived through failure, doubt, faith, ambition, loss, and rebuilding. Together, they explore the ideas that shape a meaningful life — identity, purpose, power, truth, culture, work, and belief.

While especially relevant for young men navigating adulthood in a fragmented culture, these conversations are for anyone who wants to cut through the noise and

How often does this podcast release new episodes?

This podcast updates daily.

Where can I listen to this podcast?

This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.

Does this podcast accept guests?

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