by HeChangedIt
heCast is the podcast for men navigating real life. Hosted by Mike Chisholm, the show features honest conversations on fatherhood, relationships, health, business, mindset, purpose, discipline, identity, success, and modern manhood. With guests from all walks of life, heCast delivers real stories, practical insight, and unfiltered perspectives for men who want more than surface-level talk. Brought to you by HeChangedIt, the app for men. Learn more at hechangedit.com
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July 20, 2026
<p>Why do so many men feel alone, even when everything on the outside looks like it's going well?</p><p>In Episode 172 of <strong>heCast</strong>, Mike Chisholm sits down with <strong>Pierre Piche</strong>, founder of <strong>Guy Talks</strong>, to explore why authentic brotherhood may be one of the most important missing pieces in men's lives today.</p><p>After years working in high-performance sales and leadership, Pierre noticed a common pattern: successful men were quietly carrying stress, isolation, relationship struggles, and uncertainty without anyone to turn to. That realization inspired him to create Guy Talks—a growing community where men can connect through honest conversations, shared experiences, personal growth, and genuine support.</p><p>Together, Mike and Pierre discuss the loneliness many men experience, the importance of finding your tribe, how vulnerability builds strength rather than weakness, and why meaningful relationships are essential for long-term mental health and resilience. Pierre also shares his personal journey through major life transitions, including marriage, fatherhood, divorce, and rebuilding purpose, along with his vision of expanding Guy Talks into 100 communities that positively impact one million men.</p><p>If you've ever felt like you're carrying life's challenges on your own, this conversation is a powerful reminder that you don't have to navigate difficult seasons alone.</p><p><strong>In this episode you'll discover:</strong></p><ul><li>Why so many men experience isolation despite appearing successful</li><li>How brotherhood and authentic connection improve mental wellbeing</li><li>The difference between talking about problems and creating real change</li><li>Why vulnerability is one of the greatest strengths a man can develop</li><li>How purpose, relationships, health, and personal responsibility are deeply connected</li><li>What it takes to build a thriving men's community from the ground up</li><li>Pierre's vision to grow Guy Talks into a movement reaching one million men</li></ul><p><strong>Connect with Pierre Piche & Guy Talks</strong></p><p>Website:<br><a href="https://guytalks.ca">https://guytalks.ca</a></p><p>Instagram:<br><a href="https://www.instagram.com/guytalkskelowna">https://www.instagram.com/guytalkskelowna</a></p><p><strong>Listen & Watch heCast</strong></p><p>🌐 <a href="https://hechangedit.com">https://hechangedit.com</a><br>📱 Download the HeChangedIt app for exclusive content, community, and resources.</p>
July 6, 2026
<p>Season 5 of heCast begins with a powerful conversation about grief, resilience, men’s health, and the bold actions that can save lives.</p><p>When Toby Freeman’s brother Robin was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive form of testicular cancer at just 24 years old, he had already been ignoring warning signs for months. Tragically, the delayed diagnosis meant the cancer was discovered at a late stage, and Robin later passed away.</p><p>That loss became the driving force behind Toby’s mission.</p><p>In this episode, Toby joins Mike Chisholm to share how he transformed unimaginable grief into purpose by founding The Robin Cancer Trust. Through education, honest conversations, humour, and attention-grabbing charity challenges, Toby is helping young men recognize the signs of cancer, overcome embarrassment, and take action sooner.</p><p>From running marathons dressed as a giant testicle to hosting the Thrive Against Cancer podcast, Toby has developed an unapologetic approach to discussing subjects many men would rather avoid. He explains why humour can be one of the most effective tools for breaking stigma and creating conversations that might otherwise never happen.</p><p>Mike and Toby discuss the warning signs men should understand, why avoidance and embarrassment can have devastating consequences, and how friends, families, and communities can make it easier for men to speak openly about their health.</p><p>They also explore the emotional weight of grief, legacy, survivor’s guilt, gratitude, and the responsibility Toby feels to ensure his brother’s story continues to protect others.</p><p>This episode is more than a conversation about cancer. It is a reminder that vulnerability can be a form of strength, awareness can save lives, and even the most painful experiences can be transformed into meaningful action.</p><p><strong>In this episode, you’ll hear about:</strong></p><p>• The warning signs of testicular cancer and why early detection matters<br /> • How embarrassment and avoidance prevent men from seeking help<br /> • Toby’s experience losing his brother Robin at just 24 years old<br /> • Turning grief and tragedy into purpose<br /> • Why humour can help break down stigma around men’s health<br /> • Running 350 miles while dressed as a giant testicle<br /> • Building The Robin Cancer Trust in his brother’s memory<br /> • Creating peer-led conversations where men feel safe asking questions<br /> • The emotional realities of grief, gratitude, resilience, and legacy<br /> • How bold action and uncomfortable conversations can save lives</p><p><strong>About Toby Freeman</strong></p><p>Toby Freeman is a passionate cancer advocate, podcast host, and the Founder and CEO of The Robin Cancer Trust, which was created in memory of his brother Robin, who died from late-stage testicular cancer at just 24.</p><p>Toby has made it his mission to save lives by raising awareness, breaking stigma, and starting important conversations around men’s health. He is currently taking on the Big Ballsy Challenge, running 350 miles in a giant testicle costume to raise £240,000 for the charity.</p><p>The challenge includes the Brighton and London Marathons, a run across the country along Hadrian’s Wall, and a 100-kilometre ultramarathon completed in under 24 hours.</p><p>Toby is also the host of the Thrive Against Cancer podcast, where he shares raw and honest conversations with cancer patients, caregivers, clinicians, and advocates. Everything he does is driven by a belief that bold action can change lives and that pain can be transformed into purpose.</p><p><strong>Connect with Toby Freeman:</strong></p><p>LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tobyfreeman/<br /> Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tobytalksballs/<br /> The Robin Cancer Trust: https://www.therobincancertrust.org/<br /> Thrive Against Cancer: https://www.thriveagainstcancer.co.uk/<br /> Big Ballsy Challenge: https://www.therobincancertrust.org/bigballsychallenge<br /> Colchester Half Marathon: https://www.colchesterhalfmarathon.com/<br /> Corporate Partnerships: https://www.therobincancertrust.org/corporate-partners</p><p>Download the HeChangedIt app via https://hechangedit.com.</p>
June 9, 2026
<p>Most men are taught that strength means holding it together, pushing through, and never showing weakness. But what happens when life strips everything away and forces you to rebuild from the inside out?</p> <p>In this episode of heCast, Mike Chisholm sits down with Wayne Forrest, a Certified Mastery Consultant, motivational speaker, life coach, author, and TEDx speaker. A former farmer and rugby player from New Zealand, Wayne’s life changed at 25 when a rugby injury left him paralyzed from the neck down. After waking up five days later as a C4-5 tetraplegic, Wayne began a long journey of resilience, transformation, and rediscovering the power within. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}</p> <p>Wayne shares how he turned one of the most difficult moments of his life into a mission to help others unlock their inner warrior. He opens up about identity, masculinity, fatherhood, relationships, purpose, and the mindset shifts that helped him move from loss and limitation into meaning, joy, and service.</p> <p>As the founder of The Power Within and author of The Inner Warrior, The Power Within, Wayne helps people overcome obstacles, question limiting beliefs, and step into the strongest version of themselves. He was also named 2023 Transformational Coach of the Year by The Brave Thinking Institute.</p> <p>This conversation is for any man who has faced adversity, felt stuck, questioned who he is, or wondered how to keep going when life changes in an instant. Wayne’s story is a powerful reminder that storms can break us open, but they can also reveal the warrior already inside.</p> <p>Learn more about Wayne Forrest:<br /> Website: https://wayneforrest.com<br /> Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wayneforrestnz/<br /> Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wayneforrestlifecoach<br /> LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wayne-forrest-b42889299/</p> <p>Download the HeChangedIt app via https://hechangedit.com.</p>
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heCast is the podcast for men navigating real life. Hosted by Mike Chisholm, the show features honest conversations on fatherhood, relationships, health, business, mindset, purpose, discipline, identity, success, and modern manhood. With guests from all walks of life, heCast delivers real stories, practical insight, and unfiltered perspectives for men who want more than surface-level talk.
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