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Digging Deeper with @ The CoalfaceDAN ALLEN: Tackling mental health one TradeMutt shirt at a time.Whether you're on a mine site in the workshop, in the office, in the corporate office, at a hospital, on a construction site, whether you are just about anywhere you've seen the TradeMutt shirts. They're bright and colourful and they have a very simple message emblazoned on the back: This Is A Conversation Starter. Dan and his mate Ed started TradeMutt after one of Dan's good mate's took his own life. TradeMutt is a social enterprise so the duo also started TIACS, a professional mental health counselling service for tradies, truckies, farmers, and...
2025-07-2432 min
UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction businessTradeMutt & TIACS: Starting the Conversation - Trade, Construction and Service Based Business Ep 215In this episode, we sit down with the legends behind Trademutt (https://trademutt.com/) — the crew shaking up the workwear game with loud shirts and an even louder message: mental health matters.We chat about how it all kicked off, the ups and downs of running a social enterprise, and why solving real problems (with the right people around you) is the key to making it all work.It’s real talk about:- Changing how mental health is seen in the trade world- Backing your team and having your mate’s back
2025-06-2631 min
The Thriving Workplace Podcast#54 This Podcast is a CONVERSATION STARTER with Ed Ross Co-Founder of Trademutt and TIACSIn this episode of the Thriving Workplace podcast, Ed Ross, co-founder of Trademark and TIACS, shares his journey from a carpentry apprenticeship to becoming a mental health advocate. He discusses the challenges faced in launching their businesses, the importance of normalising mental health conversations, and the implementation of a four-day work week. Ed emphasises the need for transparency in leadership and the significance of maintaining mental health while managing a growing team. He concludes with advice on the importance of having open conversations about mental health.Follow Ed RossTrade Mutt - trademutt.com
2025-06-2336 min
The Good Builder PodcastThe Daily Dose #56 | Building Shirts. Saving Lives with Ed Ross of TradeMutt and TIACSBuilding Shirts. Saving Lives with Ed Ross of TradeMutt and TIACSEd Ross didn’t set out to create a mental health movement—he just wanted to start a conversation on-site.In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, we sit down with Ed to unpack the journey from a simple idea—funky work shirts—to a full-blown industry-wide movement tackling mental health in construction.We talk about the founding of TradeMutt, the early days of TIACS, and how two tradies from a building site became leading voices for suicide prevention and early interven...
2025-06-0311 min
Meijor League with Don MeijTradeMutt Founders Dan Allen & Ed Ross - Using Profit For PurposeText the show!Our guests today are Dan Allan and Ed Ross from TradeMutt. TradeMutt, founded in 2018 is an Australian workwear brand that specializes in high-visibility, stylish, and durable clothing designed for blue collar workers in various industries. The brand is known for its bold, colourful designs, and commitment to promoting mental health awareness in the workplace through their service “This is a Conversation Starter, or TIACS”. Trademutt partners with organizations to raise awareness about mental health issues, particularly focusing on the well-being of blue-collar workers. Dan and Ed were kind enough to join m...
2025-05-1146 min
M26 FIT PodcastTradeMutt are Transforming Mental Health in the Construction IndustryMental health in construction is still a massive issue. But what if a bold work shirt could spark life-saving conversations?In this powerful episode of The M26Fit Podcast, Magnus Olson sits down with Ed Ross, co-founder of TradeMutt, the Aussie workwear brand that’s making mental health impossible to ignore on job sites across the country.We dive deep into the real struggles tradies face, the culture shift happening in the industry, and what still needs to be done to support mental health in construction.In this episode, we cover:Th...
2025-02-1757 min
The Fractional CMO PodcastCemoh 134: Workwear Making an Impact with Annika Pol from TradeMuttThis episode, Simon Dell chats to Annika Pol, Buying Manager at TradeMutt.com. We learn about how TradeMutt came to be, their mission to raise awareness for mental health in blue-collar spaces and touch upon other topics such as 'fast fashion'.
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2025-01-1635 min
eCommerce AustraliaTradeMutt - Conversation Starting Work Shirts w Zac van ManenIn this episode of Ecommerce Australia, host Ryan Martin chats with Zac Van Manen, marketing manager at Brisbane-based workwear brand TradeMutt.
Zac takes us behind the scenes of the social enterprise shaking up the workwear industry with vibrant “conversation-starting” shirts designed to spark mental health discussions.
We explore TradeMutt’s unique 4-day work week, creative collaborations with brands like Bunnings and BCF, and the challenges of balancing purpose with growth.
Zac also shares insights on marketing strategies that work, the power of SMS, and how they keep things simple for busy tradies. Plus, he ref...
2024-10-2442 min
The Digital Tradie PodcastBuilding a Mental Health Movement for Tradies 💪 Tamarah Vos & Dan Allen from TrademuttIn this episode of The Digital Tradie, I sit down with two absolute legends, Tamarah Vos and Dan Allen from TradeMutt, to chat about their wild journey from the job site to building a social enterprise that’s shaking up the tradie world.
Tamarah (Tammy Vos) shares her story of stepping into the trades and building a social media presence, while Dan opens up about the personal tragedy that inspired him to start TradeMutt and spark a mental health revolution.
We’re diving deep into how Trademutt’s eye-catching workwear is doing more than just turning heads—it’s starting c...
2024-09-111h 20
OneTalkEp.116 - TIACS & TradeMutt: Mission to Make an Impact on Mental Health (Ft. Jason Banks)On today's episode we're joined by Jason Banks.DISCLAIMER** On today's episode mental health and suicide is discussed. Please don't listen to this episode if either of these subjects trigger you. If any subject matter within this episode triggers you then please reach out to professional help.Jason is the CO CEO of TIACSTIACS is a professional mental health counselling service for tradies, truckies, farmers and blue collar workers.Founders of Trademutt & TIACS, Trademutt successfully launching their social enterprise workwear company TradeMutt, founders Ed and Dan saw a great need...
2024-08-051h 04
The RemarkablesTradeMutt & TIACS: breaking down barriersAfter losing a close friend to suicide, TradeMutt cofounders Dan Allen and Ed Ross were driven to reduce the rate of blue-collar suicides in Australia through their bright and vibrant workwear. While pivoting from tradespeople to workwear apparel was a learning curve for them, the challenge hasn’t stopped the duo from continuing to do remarkable work. Since starting TradeMutt, they’ve gone on to cofound TIACS (This is a Conversation Starter) which is run using 50 per cent of the profits from TradeMutt workwear sales, offering a text and call service where tradies can access mental health counselling for free...
2023-06-1320 min
Ladies with Tradies - WORKIN' THE TRADE, LIVIN' THE LIFE!TRADEMUTT: ED ROSS CHATS MENTAL HEALTH, LOUD SHIRTS & HAVING CONVERSATIONSTradeMutt is a social enterprise started by 2 legendary blokes, tradies, Dan & Ed who are chippies on a mission. They created a high vis shirt company with a difference, their product is loud, out there, and most importantly, starts conversations.TIACS (This Is a Conversation Starter) is their service that connects tradies with counsellors in order to work through issues and challenges people may be facing. Ladies with Tradies chatted with Ed to find out more about their amazing service, but also to chat through how leaders can put their hands up and start conversations about their...
2023-05-1935 min
Tradie HQ - The Tradies PodcastEpisode #48 - Trademutt/TIACS co-founder Ed RossDan chats with Ed Ross, ex-chippy and co-founder of Trademutt and TIACS.In this short and sharp interview they cover a huge range of topics from working in the outback, partnerships, mental health, business sustainability and why there aren’t any Trademutt shorts.Check out:www.Trademutt.comwww.tiacs.orghttps://www.facebook.com/Trademutt/?mibextid=LQQJ4d
2023-05-0143 min
GOOD TALK GREAT MATE PODCASTTrademutt: Making an invisible issue impossible to ignoreIn our first official episode podcasters Jesse and Piper chat with Ed Ross co-founder of TradeMutt and TIACS. Ed is a down-to-earth country boy originally from Longreach and together with his mate Dan he created Trademutt a social impact workwear brand, by tradies for tradies. Trademutt’s funky and eye-catching shirts are designed to start conversations about mental health, helping to make an invisible issue impossible to ignore. We chat to Ed about the barriers that country kids and families face when it comes to mental health, norma...
2023-04-2824 min
One-Degree Shift with Julie GillespieThe Conversation about Mental Health has started | TradeMutt Episode 12Ladies and gents, drumroll please! 🥁🥁🥁 It's LAUNCH DAY for our latest podcast episode featuring the absolute legends behind TradeMutt and TIACS! 😍
Being part of this conversation was not just an honour, but a total game-changer. Seriously, the work these guys are doing is LIFE-CHANGING for so many people. 😇
We got to dive into some behind-the-scenes action and learn how they set personal boundaries when it comes to tough conversations, as well as the ups and downs of starting a successful social enterprise. And let's not forget the best part - their inspiring journey to where they are now! 🤩...
2023-03-051h 01
Build HatchEpisode 88 - Make an Invisible Issue Impossible to Ignore with Ed Ross from TradeMutt** Trigger warning ** This episode contains conversations about suicide, if you would like to speak to someone from TIACS you can get in contact on 0488 846 988 or visit their website at www.tiacs.org/ In this episode of the Build Hatch Podcast, we had the opportunity to hear from Ed Ross from Trade Mutt. In this episode we talk about: Ed is based in Queensland and grew up in the centre of the State. Whilst at boarding school Ed was unable to sit still and moved to the Northern Territory after graduating t...
2023-02-2424 min
TradeMutt RadioFunky Shirt Fridays: Ep. 16 - Remove Those Rocks & Lick My EyeFunky Shirt Friday is upon us once more! This is one heck of an episode. This week the boys finally stop talking about the Gympie Muster and return to asking some hard hitting questions: When was the 'Bop-It' invented? How can you have better arguments? And which animals have usable tongues? Ed also takes the opportunity to reveal some confidential information and Dan wonders whether his own attention span is problematic. We hope you enjoy this 16th episode, there be some FSF changes in the pipeline!
2022-09-0940 min
The "Level Up" with Duayne Pearce PodcastThe portaloo moment that saved us - Taking on Mental Health with Fashion wear for Tradies - Dan & Ed TrademuttCheck out Duayne's work here...www.dpearceconstructions.com.au#23 - Duayne chats with Ed and Dan from Trademutt who are on a mission to curve the inflating number of people dealing with mental health issues. They've come up with fantastic idea to sell funky workwear for not only tradies but for any colourful characters out there willing to don their merchandise.The clothing is not only colourful but a fantastic conversation starter to help raise awareness around mental health and encourage anyone going through a tough time to speak up. Check out T...
2022-09-051h 12
TradeMutt RadioFunky Shirt Fridays: Ep. 15 - The Hat Fits, The Collar ClipsFunky Shirt Friday is baaack! And the boys are back from the 2022 Gympie Muster. This week Ed and Dan give us a full rundown of 5 days spent musterin' in Gympie. They tell us about the controversies, the characters, the music, the hats and dog collars. They also clarify TradeMutt's ongoing relationship with TIACS and remove a few rocks from their dusty muster socks. This yarn is not to be missed. Happy 15th episode!
2022-09-0248 min
TradeMutt RadioFunky Shirt Fridays: Ep. 14 - Small Talkin', Gympie Callin'It is Funky Shirt Friday! No plans, no agenda, no script. Welcome to this unprepared chinwag that is episode 14 of FSF. This week Ed and Dan are winding up for their long awaited jaunt at the Gympie Muster. We touch again on Ed's manhood, discuss the who's who of country music, talk small talking and ask whether the road rules apply when you can feel a little thunder downunder brewing. This episode is made for legends only
2022-08-2540 min
TradeMutt RadioFunky Shirt Fridays: Ep. 13 - A Mental SandtrapAfter a hiatus, the boys are back again for another Funky Shirt Friday! In this thirteenth episode, Ed discusses his Fraser Island adventure, revealing some invaluable 4WD tips and some fishing tackle tricks and Dan revisits a weekend charity golf day and shares some insights into some of the tough aspects of working within the mental health space. Please join us for this wide spanning journey of topics and emotions.
2022-08-1858 min
TradeMutt RadioFunky Shirt Fridays: Ep. 12 - Fishing for MenFunky Shirt Friday is upon us once again! In this glorious episode the boys introduce you to the brand new TradeMutt collection, they celebrate a prestigious prize win for TIACS and as always, dislodge a few rocks from a few separate socks. They also chat with ultramarathon runner, Jimmy Scanlan and Ed asks a question that's been plaguing him for years... Is he a man? As the sun comes up on the east coast of Australia, come join us for another wild ride in this twelfth installment.
2022-08-0452 min
TradeMutt RadioFunky Shirt Fridays: Ep. 11 - Squeezing Must'er HurtThis week we let the shackles off and hit some hot topicsShould we start a Kibbutz?Snooze ButtonsEd's HemorrhoidsWe also get the list together for what's required for this year's Gympie muster. Join us for another Funky Shirt Friday.
2022-07-2842 min
TradeMutt RadioTradeMutt Radio - Oli Le LievreOli Le Lievre from Humans of Ag join Dan and Ed to talk all things regional Australia. We touch on the Foot and Mouth outbreak risking Australia's Bio Security, what lead Oli to leave his high flying corporate gig and take on Humans of Ag full time as well as how he is helping bridge the divide between city and country, paddock to plate.
2022-07-2659 min
TradeMutt RadioFunky Shirt Fridays: Ep. 10 - Tell me Where to LookHoley dooley can you believe it is already our 10th episode of Funky Shirt Fridays?! Time flies when you are having fun and creating podcasts..so we think anyway! Join us this week to hear about what's been happening in the world of TradeMutt, discuss some important topics such as Geocaching and of course our usual fan fav segments. Happy Friday listeners!
2022-07-2131 min
TradeMutt RadioFunky Shirt Fridays: Ep. 9 - Return of the EdwardFunky Shirt Fridays isn't the only thing back this week, so is Ed from his much needed 2 week break of doing sweet f all! Join us while we dive into our usual segments including the new crowd favourite "Tricks of the Trade" and discuss the week that was. Ps...Happy Birthday Dan!
2022-07-1428 min
TradeMutt RadioFunky Shirt Fridays: Ep. 8 - Trading Tools For DroolsYewww it's Funky Shirt Friday! With Ed still away, Dan has brought in one and a half very special guests to co-host the show. The trio discuss the transition from full time tradie to full time mum, as well as pram etiquette, teenage phone hooligans and how to go fishing with magnets. The weekly competition is better than ever and we also see the return of our serial segments, 'Rock In Ya Sock' and 'Tricks Of The Trade', coupled, of course, with those all too important iconic sounds effects. Don't miss this very special 8th episode of Funky Shirt...
2022-07-0729 min
TradeMutt RadioFunky Shirt Fridays: Ep. 7 - A Succulent Chinese MealHappy Funky Shirt Fridays! Ed's away so we have brought in Clayton from Likeminded Painters Australia to have a yarn instead. This episode will have you rolling in laughter with our usual segments plus a new "trick of the trade" to spice things up a little bit. Enjoy!
2022-06-3037 min
TradeMutt RadioTradeMutt Radio - Ben 'Dobbo' DobbinJoin us in the latest episode of TradeMutt radio where we are joined by Ben 'Dobbo' Dobbin.'Dobbo' is one of Australia’s most loved media personalities. Born and educated in Sydney, he moved to make his home in Queensland, starting his career as a jackaroo in Brunette Downs and moving on to spend the next 15 years as a Stock and Station Agent.We hear about his early childhood, the trials and tribulations of divorce, his work with Triple M & Channel 9 Sport and his aspiratinonal mindset on wanting to ac...
2022-06-281h 19
TradeMutt RadioFunky Shirt Fridays: Ep. 6 - Think Smarter, Not HarderThe 6th instalment of Funky Shirt Fridays is here and what a week it has been! Ed and Dan chat about the all important indoor cricket finals, a podcast with Ben 'Dobbo' Dobbin and everything that the week was. Did we also mention our Mystery Mutt packs?! Don't miss this one - it's a cracker.
2022-06-2335 min
TradeMutt RadioFunky Shirt Fridays: Ep. 5 - Colds From KidstonYea boi it's Funky Shirt Friday! This week Ed and Dan are feeling a little under the weather having just returned from a trip up north. In this episode we discuss everything from airline travel to rock coring and sprint cars and hear about their travels to Kidston, described on Wikipedia as a Queensland 'ghost town'. Don't miss this exciting 5th instalment!
2022-06-1630 min
TradeMutt RadioFunky Shirt Fridays: Ep. 4 - A Saucy SmokoHELLLOOO Funky Shirt Friday! This week Ed and Dan remove multiple rocks from their socks, manage to bring down the whole podcast with an asphyxiatingly hilarious joke and give their first in depth review of a local smoko. You'd be mad to miss out on this one!
2022-06-0932 min
TradeMutt RadioTradeMutt Radio - Darius BoydDan and Ed sit down with Rugby League royalty, Darius Boyd. A man that achieved everything in the game of Rugby League, 2 premierships, over 300 first grade games and a Clive Churchill medal however, it was his battle with mental health and mindset that was his biggest test. In this open and honest conversation we hear about the early life of Darius growing up on the Gold Coast, never meeting or knowing who his father is and what his experience was like spending 3 weeks in a mental health facility in 2014 while playing for the Newcastle Knights. We discuss the importance...
2022-06-081h 09
TradeMutt RadioFunky Shirt Fridays: Ep. 3 - EOFYFISJoin us this week while we're are smack bang in the middle of our End Of Financial Year F*** Inflation Sale.Welcome to Funky Shirt Fridays! This is the brand new podcast from Dan, Ed and the TradeMutt team. Each week we'll be discussing the hot topics, telling side-splitting, thigh whacking jokes, giving away awesome prizes and keeping you across what's happening here at TradeMutt HQ and at TIACS.NEW EPISODE EVERY FRIDAY MORNING @ 0500 AESTConnect with us on social media:https://www.instagram.com/trademutt/
2022-06-0220 min
TradeMutt RadioFunky Shirt Fridays: Ep. 2 - The TrainwreckEpisode two of Funky shirt Fridays, not gonna lie, bit of a train wreck. If you stick with us through this one, you're doing well and we promise to be better next time. Apologies in advance.TradeMutt Radio's Funky Shirt Friday podcast - where it is our goal to see funky work shirts being worn by every tradie, truckie, rural and blue collar worker around Australia every Friday. Spirits are always high on a Friday which makes it the best day to send a positive message to those around you that you're up for...
2022-05-2632 min
TradeMutt RadioFunky Shirt Fridays - PilotJoin us for our pilot episode of TradeMutt Radio's Funky Shirt Friday podcast where it is our goal to see funky work shirts being worn by every tradie, truckie, rural and blue collar worker around Australia every Friday. Spirits are always high on a Friday which makes it the best day to send a positive message to those around you that you're up for a yarn if needed. Sending that visual message one day a week shows that you're always up for a yarn every other day of the week as well and that might just be what saves...
2022-05-1922 min
TradeMutt Radio4th Birthday Special EpisodeJoin Dan and Ed for an extra special Q and A session where they answer questions straight from the community!
2022-03-1533 min
The Outback Mind PodcastEpisode 119 - TradeMutt founder Ed Ross on profit for purpose and giving back.A young man driven to create change is rare and unique. Ed Ross saw a need to provide better solutions to the ugly protective equipment scene and make being at work more enjoyable. From the TradeMutt was born which not only transformed the look of the construction industry and created much needed mental health services to those needing support.
Such an inspirational young man I’m sure you are going to enjoy this conversation. Available on Spotify and iTunes - The Outback Mind Podcast.
2021-11-0835 min
ALLGOODBRO? With Sean WeirMore than work shirts- TradeMutt AustraliaI joined Dan & Ed from TradeMutt Australia, an incredible organisation created to ignite conversation around Mental Health in the blue collar workforce.
The boys explain how they met, what their project is all about and how they are working everyday to create new cultures around Mental Health in the tradie scene.
Find more information and the very unique merchandise at TradeMutt.com
2021-09-2838 min
The Student Paramedic PodcastChanging the culture around mental health w/ TradeMuttEXPLICIT Episode
This week we have a chat to Ed, the co-founder of TradeMutt. Ed and Dan are both tradies that wanted to create a cultural change around mental health for blue collar workers (particularly tradies and men's mental health). They have done so by creating a funky workwear brand called TradeMutt that creates community and is definitely a conversation starter. This has extended into their charity 'TIACS - This is a Conversation Starter' which provides FREE access to trained psychologists over the phone.
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2021-09-2031 min
Behind the Tools#018 - Mental Health Support With Ed Ross (TradeMutt)This week on Behind the Tools, we welcome Ed Ross to the show. Ed’s from TradeMutt, an Australian workwear brand providing professional mental health support to tradies, truckies, and blue-collar workers.
If you or someone you know are in need of help, please reach out:
UK (Samaritans) - 116 123
AU (Lifeline) - 13 11 14
https://mates.org.au/
NZ (Lifeline) - 0800 543 354
https://mates.net.nz/
Join Ed and our host Michael as they talk about clever clothing, culture changes, and asking your friends how th...
2021-09-0730 min
Behind the Tools#018 - Ed Ross - TradeMuttThis week on Behind the Tools, we welcome Ed Ross to the show. Ed’s from TradeMutt, an Australian workwear brand providing professional mental health support to tradies, truckies, and blue-collar workers.
Join Ed and our host Michael as they talk about clever clothing, culture changes, and asking your friends how they’re feeling.
If you're keen to be a guest on Behind the Tools, send an email to behindthetools@tradifyhq.com.
2021-09-0330 min
TradeMutt RadioHugh Button: Death and TaxesIn this episode of TradeMutt Radio, we chat to TradeMutt legend, Hugh Button. Before the age of 25, Hugh lost several family members in separate accidents and circumstances. In this episode, we chat to Hugh about grief and how he kept going through all of this. Connect with us on social media:https://www.instagram.com/trademutt/https://www.facebook.com/Trademutt/https://au.linkedin.com/company/trademutthttps://www.instagram.com/trademutts120grit/
2021-08-041h 04
TradeMutt RadioStuart Whitby: 17 Years InsideIn the latest episode of TradeMutt Radio we chat to Stuart Whitby who was in prison for 17 years after committing murder. It was a fascinating chat and we talk about everything from what his childhood was like, how he felt in the moments after committing the crime, what prison was like and what life is like now. Connect with us on social media:https://www.instagram.com/trademutt/https://www.facebook.com/Trademutt/https://au.linkedin.com/company/trademutthttps://www.instagram.com/trademutts120grit/
2021-07-211h 37
The Lived ExperienceHow to create a social enterprise with purpose! Interview with TradeMutt workwear founder, Ed RossSend us a text Ed Ross is the co-founder of TradeMutt which is a social impact workwear brand, by tradies for tradies. They make funky eye-catching workwear designed to start conversations about mental health among the blue-collar community, helping make an invisible issue impossible to ignore. Through the sale of Trademutt Workwear, they help fund free and unlimited professional mental health support for tradies, truckies and blue-collar workers through their own support service tiacs.org&nb...
2021-07-1733 min
TradeMutt RadioJosie Tucker: Taking the calls that countIn the latest episode of TradeMutt Radio we chat to former Kids Helpline counsellor Josie Tucker about her experience with helping young people and the issues that they often need help with when it comes to identity and figuring out who they are.
2021-07-071h 10
TradeMutt RadioBen Bjarnesen: LGBTQI+ Domestic ViolenceIn 50th episode of TradeMutt Radio we chat to the founder of the LGBTQ Domestic Violence Awareness Foundation, Ben Bjarnesen.Ben was generous enough to chat about his own experience with domestic violence and how hard it was as a gay man to seek help and recognise what he was going through.We also chat about Ben's experience with homophobia and how he dealt with bullying and discrimination. Connect with us on social media:https://www.instagram.com/trademutt/https://ww...
2021-06-231h 14
TradeMutt RadioDonna Thistlethwaite: The Survival StoryIn the latest episode of TradeMutt Radio, we chat to mental wellness advocate and suicide survivor, Donna Thistlethwaite. We chat about everything from what Donna's mindset was like during her mental health crisis, what her recovery was like and what life is like now.Please note that this episode contains material that references suicidal thoughts which might be difficult for some listeners. Connect with us on social media:https://www.instagram.com/trademutt/https://www.facebook.com/Trademutt/https://au.linkedin.com/company...
2021-06-091h 20
Pieces of the Mind.Ed Ross and Dan Allen - Conversations with TRADEMUTTTRADEMUTT men Ed Ross and Dan Allen. Two men with hearts of gold that have created the ultimate conversation starter along side TIACS foundation which provides professional Psychologists allowing people to have a chat whenever needed! In this episode we delve into the driving force behind trademutt and talk about and touch on the men’s close friend that struggled with mental health. Alongside these two entrepreneurs many laughs a had and fantastic conversation was had. If you feel like you are up for a chat or want to check out TIACS and what it is all...
2021-06-0142 min
TradeMutt RadioLuke Mathers: Stress TeflonIn the latest episode of TradeMutt Radio we chat to Luke Mathers about the way we view stress and how to harness it. He chats about his experience of retiring at age 31 and how he missed the challenges that came with work. We discuss everything from procrastination to how we can rethink stress and the stories we tell ourselves.You can read more from Luke in his book "Stress Teflon", available at all good book stores.Connect with us on social media:https://www.instagram.com/trademutt/
2021-05-261h 44
TradeMutt RadioJo Mason: Domestic and Family ViolenceIn this episode of TradeMutt Radio we chat with WorkHaven founder, Jo Mason about domestic and family violence. We chat to Jo about the different forms domestic violence can take, why it doesn't discriminate and how we can all be apart of the solution. Jo was also generous enough to share her own experience with us and give us an understanding of the reality of these situations.This is such an important conversation to have with everyone in your life, so get your ears around this one legend.
2021-05-121h 03
TradeMutt RadioRob Godwin: Sex, Porn and Mental HealthIn this episode of TradeMutt Radio we chat with Lovehoney's very own Rob Godwin!Having worked in the adult industry for most of his career, this legend is bloody insightful when it comes to education about porn culture, consent and how sex can impact mental health.In this episode we chat about the rise of internet porn and how it has impacted the way many young people view sex and what they expect from it.We also chat about buck's party culture and how...
2021-04-281h 14
TradeMutt RadioRani Farmer: Parenthood isn't always peachyIn this yarn we chat to Peach Tree’s Lead Perinatal Wellness Educator, Rani Farmer about the very real struggles that many people face when it comes to parenthood.Rani talks about the work that Peach Tree does in the perinatal mental health space as well as her own experience of being diagnosed with postnatal depression when her son was 8 months old.Traumatic births, parenting confidence, quality of life after having a baby, depression and anxiety are just a few examples of the kinds of things that Rani helps us...
2021-04-141h 10
TradeMutt RadioGerrard Gosens: Jack of all tradesImagine climbing Mt Everest, doing the salsa on Dancing with the stars, or becoming a Belgian chocolate connoisseur and business owner all while having never seen the light of day.These are just 3 examples of how blind Australian, Paralympian, adventurer and businessman Gerrard Gosens continues to live a life many of us dream about despite living with a disability that he has had since birth.In this yarn with Gerrard we find out what fuels his fire and how he has over come a physical disability to achieve the...
2021-03-311h 03
TradeMutt RadioJayden Nikorima: The ComebackJayden Nikorima is a New Zealand rugby league footballer who made his NRL debut for the Sydney Roosters in round 1 of the 201l6 NRL season. After scoring a lucrative contract, Jayden was lured into a party boy life style fuelled by drugs and alcohol. His steady decline into rock bottom left him at a place where taking his own life became the solution. What happened next in Jayden's life is an incredible example of how changing your surroundings, changing your mindset and with the right support, anything is possible. Connect with us on social...
2021-03-171h 01
Couching The Mind'Conversation Starter', Featuring Trademutt co-founders, Dan Allen and Ed RossSuch a different interviewing style to what I've usually accustomed too. Very layed back, very funny, very insightful. In this episode, of CTM, Trademutt co-founders, Dan Allen and Ed Ross join me on the couch. The boys go into detail with regards to how they started up Trademutt, with the aim to ultimately help those that are struggling mentally. How in 2014 , Dan Allen lost his close mate, Dan, to suicide. Which ultimately led to Dan and Ed starting up Trademutt. The importance of starting a conversation with someone that looks to me struggling, had also been covered. The boys do...
2021-03-0635 min
Add To Cart: Australia’s eCommerce ShowCHECKOUT Ed Ross from TradeMutt | #040In this episode of Add To Cart, we checkout Ed Ross, Co-founder of TradeMutt. After working on cattle stations and doing a Ag diploma, Ed found himself in Brisbane working as a Carpenter. He and another tradie mate got delivered some devastating news, which inspired them to change what workwear looks like and make a real impact on mental health in the construction industry and beyond. Links from the episode:KoalaNeverSeamReady, Fire, Aim by Michael MastersonBarefoot InvestorSalesforceHi-Vis on Mental Hea...
2020-12-1707 min
Add To Cart: Australia’s eCommerce ShowHi-Vis on Mental Health: The TradeMutt Story | #035In this episode of Add To Cart, we are joined by Ed Ross, Co-founder of TradeMutt, the home of funky workwear with an important message. After working on cattle stations and doing a Ag diploma, Ed found himself in Brisbane working as a Carpenter. He and another tradie mate got delivered some devastating news, which inspired them to change what workwear looks like and make a real impact on mental health in the construction industry and beyond. So TradeMutt was born. In this conversation, we dive into how they set up their eCommerce business from the start to incorporate soci...
2020-11-2939 min
TradeMutt RadioJimmy & TamIn this episode of 120 Grit, we chat to Jimmy and Tam who have made a name for themselves as some of the top contestants on the latest season of The Block all while wearing TradeMutt. We chat about everything from how they made the decision to put themselves forward for the show, what the filming process was like as well as their own connection to TradeMutt and mental health.
2020-10-081h 09
TradeMutt RadioBella ReynoldsIn this episode we chat to Bella Reynolds about providing support at the point of change whether this is in relation to finances, relationships or health. The importance of support mechanisms is often underestimated and Bella shares her wisdom and what she has picked up throughout her career as a personal coach. Throughout her career, Bella has seen it all and has worked with those in the blue collar industry to encourage change within organisations.
2020-09-231h 05
Meta MindsChanging The Future Of Men's Mental Health With TradeMutt - Meta Minds Podcast #60Trademutt is a social enterprise shaping the future of men's mental health, they have made it their mission to lower the rate of male suicide in Australia. Ed & Dan are a passionate, knowledgeable and energetic duo with a clear mission and a very important message. Trademutt's foundation is the funky workwear collection that is encouraging men all over the world to start having real conversations. Learn more about Trademutt: https://trademutt.com/
In this episode, you will learn how two tradies built a social enterprise, foundation, podcast and founded a mental health service. If you want to b...
2020-09-0950 min
TradeMutt RadioJohn MillmanJohn Millman is an Australian professional tennis player who has managed to reach number 33 in the world. In this episode of 120 Grit he chats to us about how he took an unusual path getting into the game and how hard he had to work on his journey towards success.We talk about everything that has happened to him along the way, from sleeping in train stations in Milan, to recovering from a potentially career-ending shoulder injury, all the way to playing and winning against Roger Federer. Coming from such a high pressure background means...
2020-08-121h 49
TradeMutt RadioBen AshmoleBen Ashmole is the creative director and cofounder at connect creative media with a passion for telling stories, connecting people and growing businesses. Ben is also a really great mate of TradeMutt and the TIACS foundation having crossed paths with Ed and I on a number of occasions and now taking the reigns helping us produce this very podcast. Every time Ben comes into our office, he will catch us just as we are taking a deep dive into another philosophical topic around mental health and TradeMutt as a business. We always get carried away together in some incredibly...
2020-07-301h 30
TradeMutt RadioDave McKerihanIn this yarn with Dave McKerihan we chat everything from grief to golf tournaments.Dave unexpectedly found himself a single father while battling a degenerative neurological condition after losing his wife to cancer. In this episode, he discusses how he used the power of storytelling to find a community that helped him cope with his grief and the adjustment to single fatherhood.Wrap your ears around this one by searching for TradeMutt on your favourite podcast platform and connect with us by hitting any of the links below.
2020-07-151h 04
TradeMutt RadioLachie StewartLachie Stuart is the founder of a global movement created to empower men so they can become the man they were meant to be. The Man That Can Projects ultimate vision is to help men overcome mental and emotional challenges that are holding them back. However, this movement did not just appear out of thin air one day. Lachie’s drive and determination came many years after navigating his own journey of self-discovery.In this episode, Lachie shares his story with us, from losing his identity as a young athlete to finding his place in...
2020-07-011h 23
TradeMutt RadioMatt BoyceIn this week's podcast, we sat down with Carpenter and founder of the Human Connection Project, Matt Boyce. Boycie made the move over to Brisbane from Perth in his late teens chasing a professional football dream. However, Instead of an NRL contract, Boycie found himself a best mate, Justin, who very quickly became like a brother. Over the course of five years, the pair forged incredibly strong mateship. However, a tragic surf trip accident led to Justin sustaining a head injury that ended his life. This tragedy was the catalyst taking Boycie into an emotional decline, battling grief and...
2020-06-181h 05
TradeMutt RadioSam GardelSam Gardel is an Electrician from Brisbane and one-time back-rower for the Italian Azzurri during the 2013 Rugby league world cup. Gardy’s story is a compelling one and one that many young trade business owners would be able to relate to. As a young electrician, Sam had the opportunity to have a crack at a football career, however not believing that his heart was fully in it, made the choice to focus on growing his prospering electrical business. However, after investing heavily into his team and business, everything was pulled out from under him leaving him in financial distress....
2020-06-051h 01
TradeMutt RadioLeanne Hardinge“Everybody is a genius, but if you judge a fish by its ability to climb a tree it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid.” - Albert EinsteinThis profound quote by Albert Einstein is the driving philosophy behind Leanne Hardinge’s strength-based approach to developing strong teams and effective leaders through her business, Passions-N-Profits.In this episode, we dive into the topics of leadership, culture and how to create an environment that fosters success in the workplace. This former stunt woman has built a thirty-year plus c...
2020-05-211h 11
TradeMutt RadioChris McIntyreChris McIntyre is a former police officer whose time working for the QPS saw him exposed to significant volatile situations that took a toll on many other serving officers around him. Seeing the kind of Trauma that this exposure caused for others, Chris got out of the Police force before he too ended up becoming a victim of such a stressful environment.Chris is now a psychologist working alongside many other ex-servicemen and police officers particularly focusing on those living with PTSD. In this episode, we focus heavily on the subject of PTSD and...
2020-05-061h 24
The Professional Empathy Podcast with Leanne ButterworthEmpathy in the Trades with TrademuttIn today's episode we explore what it's like to be a tradie with Ed Ross from Trademutt. We talk about the financial, relationship and culture pressures that contribute to poor mental health in the industry and how Dan & Ed are using loud workwear to stimulate conversations around mental health and make it ok for guys to speak up. Quick note - the sound at the beginning is a bit screwy and there is a language warning with this one - not safe for kids or work. But the message is strong and there is something in here for all of...
2020-04-2439 minThe Professional Empathy Podcast with Leanne ButterworthEmpathy in the Trades with TrademuttIn today's episode we explore what it's like to be a tradie with Ed Ross from Trademutt. We talk about the financial, relationship and culture pressures that contribute to poor mental health in the industry and how Dan & Ed are using loud workwear to stimulate conversations around mental health and make it ok for guys to speak up. Quick note - the sound at the beginning is a bit screwy and there is a language warning with this one - not safe for kids or work. But the message is strong and there is something in here for all of...
2020-04-2439 min
TradeMutt RadioOliver Crossley- Dealing with Grief- Healthy coping mechanisms- Self-reflection- Meditation and YogaOliver Crossley is a physiotherapist based on the gold coast, with a keen interest in movement and a passion for yoga and meditation. Ollie has an incredible story that led to him becoming a physio, following in the footsteps of his grandmother that he never met. Towards the end of his studies, Ollie and his family went through an extremely tough time that saw his mother fall ill. Tragically...
2020-04-221h 18
TradeMutt RadioGlenn Azar- Resilience- Mindset- Pushing boundaries- Re-wildingGlenn Azar spent 17 years in the army where he lead troops on active deployments to East Timor and Bougainville. In his post-military life, Glenn spends his time helping people achieve success in their lives, whatever that may look like to the individual. This larger than life human has also conquered Kokoda 79 times and now runs an adventure company where he takes people out of their comfort zones and puts them to the test both physically and mentally.
2020-04-081h 40
TradeMutt RadioJohn 'JC' Collins- Life with Powderfinger- Sacrifices of success- Managing relationshipsJohn Collins is the mainstay bass player and founding member of one of Australias most prolific rock bands, Powderfinger.Having produced seven award-winning studio albums, taking out the top spot on Triple J's hottest 100 twice and playing to packed crowds all over the world, JC has ridden the highs and lows of fame and success.In this yarn, we cover all sorts of topics with JC including gaining a...
2020-03-251h 17
TradeMutt RadioWes Vasile- Healthy coping mechanisms- Self-management tools- Prioritising your own mental healthWes Vasile is a business owner from Brisbane, running Trusted Pest management with brother, Tudor. When he isn't busy exterminating pests, Wes is also the founder of the Mental Awareness Foundation, a charity born out of tragedy making an incredibly positive impact on the lives of those affected by suicide.The conversation in this episode centres largely around Wes' own journey navigating grief and tragedy, the healthy coping mechanisms that he implemented...
2020-03-111h 00
TradeMutt RadioBrad 'Mad Man' WardThe best way to describe Brad Ward is a true Aussie larrikin. Mad man Brad as he is otherwise known, is an extremely popular character in the world of social media bringing joy to fans everywhere with his outrageous style. Having come to know Brad quite well through out our TradeMutt journey, we also know that there is a whole other side to the legend that not many people get to see.As we take a deep dive into the man behind the screen, we talk about things that Brad has never really spoken...
2020-02-261h 10
TradeMutt RadioCam PowellIt's common to hear people talk about not letting anything get in the way of your dreams and aspirations. But what happens when your goal is to become a professional athlete, and after feeling like you've truly given it everything you've got, coming to the realisations that you might not make it?How do you navigate the loss of identity and the search for new meaning in your life when you feel like you've reached your late 20's and are starting from scratch? Cam Powell is a mature age...
2020-02-121h 09
TradeMutt RadioBeau RobinsonBeau Robinson is a former Australian rugby union player who was in and out of professional rugby 4 times throughout his career. His story is possibly one of the most incredible examples of grit and resilience we've ever heard, while some how managing to stay focused on his goal to succeed as a professional athlete. His attitude around achieving his goals is like juicing a lemon. It’s not about how big your lemon is, it’s not about how much juice is in the lemon. It’s about getting every last bit of juice out of the lemon and knowin...
2020-01-291h 16
Retail SmartsRetail Smarts 2: Dan and Ed from TradeMutt talk mental health and profit for purposeTrigger Warning: discussions on suicide, mental healthDominique Lamb hosts the Retail Smarts Podcast, today interviewing Dan and Ed, founders of online retailers TradeMutt. Dan and Ed specialise in workshirts designed to change the world.Visit https://trademutt.com/ to purchase your own conversation starter shirt, or listen to their own podcast 120 Grit at https://trademutt.com/pages/120-grit-podcast.If you would like to speak to someone about your mental health, please call the Lifeline Crisis Hotline at 13 11 14. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2020-01-2923 min
TradeMutt RadioDarren LockyerDarren Lockyer was an Australian Rugby League international and Queensland state representative Captain who played his entire professional career with the Brisbane Broncos. Having Debuted for the Broncos at just 17 years of age, Lockyer was destined for greatness and achieved every bit of his potential through hard work and dedication while maintaining his humble roots instilled in him in the Queensland town of Roma.In this episode we get an honest and open insight into the mind and attitude of one of Australia’s greatest ever athletes, an icon of Rugby League and true sp...
2020-01-151h 00
Tradies In BusinessTIB049 Waz does a bit of tom-catting on TradeMutt's 120Grit podcast, sharing his own story for a changeWaz and Nic love to hear stories from guests on the podcast. From marketing gurus to mental health advocates, finance whizzes to neurosurgeons. There's been hundreds of guests here over the years. One thing that doesn't happen all that often is hearing Waz and Nic be interviewed themselves! Recently, Waz was invited to be a guest on the TradeMutt podcast - 120 Grit. Dan and Ed from TradeMutt have built a business around their very unique workwear, but their mission is to start conversations and change the way we view mental health, especially in the trades. They boys got Waz on...
2019-10-281h 08
TRADIO - Powered By TradeToolsEpisode 17 - Dan and Ed from Trademutt Sit Down For A Great Chat With Plenty Of Laughs! (TradeMutt)I sit down with Dan and Ed and we discuss where TradeMutt actually came from and what is in store for the fellas in the future. These blokes are doing some incredible work for mental health and awareness in Australia, I'm proud to call them my mates! Go and check out their insta page @trademutt and check out some of their awesome stuff!
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2019-10-171h 05
TradeMutt RadioNick Sutherland Part 2Nick Sutherland is a mental health practitioner and founder of Myndfit. He is what’s considered to be a “lived experience” practitioner, meaning instead of taking the conventional scholastic route to becoming a psychotherapist, I went to the “school of life” and his initial teachers were mistakes and challenging experiences.Nick has been a fantastic teacher and sounding board for TradeMutt when it comes to mental health. He comes from a very relatable back ground, being an ex-recon soldier in the Australian Army. He also takes the approach of equipping people with the tools and resour...
2019-10-0952 min
TradeMutt RadioNick SutherlandNick Sutherland is a mental health practitioner and founder of Myndfit. He is what’s considered to be a “lived experience” practitioner, meaning instead of taking the conventional scholastic route to becoming a psychotherapist, I went to the “school of life” and his initial teachers were mistakes and challenging experiences.Nick has been a fantastic teacher and sounding board for TradeMutt when it comes to mental health. He comes from a very relatable back ground, being an ex-recon soldier in the Australian Army. He also takes the approach of equipping people with the tools and resour...
2019-10-031h 00
TradeMutt RadioWarrick BidwellWarrick Bidwell comes from a family of tradies and builders, however for most of his life, Warrick watched them all flog themselves day in day out with out seeing much, if any, success in business.Warricks vision is to help as many tradies get ‘off the tools’ and into true business ownership as he can. He wants them to be able to build a business that pays them an income whether they turn up to ‘work’ or not, and to create an asset or a legacy to provide them and their families with a quality...
2019-09-251h 05
TradeMutt RadioRob GrayThis week we were lucky enough to sit down with one of Australia's most successful young builders, Rob Gray. Rob has taken the Brisbane residential building game to the next level, harnessing modern building design, coupled with a polished social media strategy and positive growth mindset to set a new bench mark for builders every where.We chat to Rob about the path that he has taken to achieve his goals to date, including getting out there and having a crack, building the right team, owning your mistakes as well as finding time to...
2019-09-1850 min
TradeMutt RadioSam ChisholmSam Chisholm is a chopper pilot hailing from the red centre of Australia. Sam has just hobbled in to the TradeMutt office on a set of crutches with a cast on his leg after rupturing a tendon in his ankle while competing in the worlds toughest endurance horse race, the Mongol Derby. As it turns out, this is not the first adventure that Chis has had a crack at.In this podcast we talk to chis about why it’s so important to not get caught up in the reasons why you can’t do t...
2019-09-1049 min
TradeMutt RadioJustin GeangeJustin Geange is a colourful character with a heart of gold and has worn many hats in his time. Justin spent 18 years dressing up as Buck the Bronco representing the Brisbane Bronco's, he's also a plumber by trade, semi finalist on Australia's Got Talent, bust most notably works as a field officer for Mates In Construction.In this episode Justin takes us through his extraordinary journey which included a decline into mental Illness, being diagnosed with type 1 Bipolar. We talk about the events that lead up to his decline in mental health, how he...
2019-09-0452 min
TradeMutt RadioJim MorganJim Morgan was an infantry soldier in the Royal Australian Army serving for 9 years. In 2014 after ISIS appeared on the radar, the Australian Government committed troops back over to Iraq primarily in a capacity of training local Army and Police forces to be able to combat ISIS. Jim Served 8 months in Iraq but upon returning to Australia and with no more over seas trips on the horizon, He along with many of the troops that he served alongside became disillusioned with staying in the military.This episode covers the story from Jim joining the...
2019-08-291h 41
TradeMutt RadioCam CamplingCam Campling, or as he is otherwise known to us, Quadsy, is an Australian track cyclist and Masters Games sprint champion. In 2017 he was one third of the world record breaking Sprint Team for which the record still stands, smashing the previous record. Cam is also a father to three kids, one of whom was diagnosed with terminal cancer at just 18 months old.This episode is in two parts, the first of which we explore Cams journey on the bike, how he came to be a masters champion and just how important cycling has...
2019-08-2156 min
TradeMutt RadioJosh QuarmbyMeet Josh Quarmby, all round legend and founder of Blokepedia. Josh originally created Blokepedia as a blog site where blokes could go to vent and express themselves in writing about various life experiences and hardships that they had been through. What started as a blog has grown into trail blazing programs and events to communities and businesses that promote and encourage positive discussion around the health and well being of Australian men.We chew the fat with Josh and find out why he started Blokepedia and we cover topics like the significant lack in...
2019-08-1457 min
TradeMutt RadioLexi CrouchWe sat down with Lexi Crouch as she took us through her incredible 18 year journey living with severe Anorexia. Listen as we navigate our way through what is a very sensitive and widely misunderstood disorder, as Lexi shines a light on the event that she believes triggered the beginning of her Anorexia at the early age of only 7 years old.We touch on the issue of body dysmorphia among both men and women, the intricacies of exactly how eating disorders effect different people and the role that social media can play in our perception...
2019-08-071h 07
TradeMutt RadioDennis RushDennis Rush is young farmer and grazier from Texas on a property called Hopewood. Texas is a small country town on the Queensland and New South Wales border, situated on the Dumaresq River. Like many rural and remote parts of Australia, Texas is in the midst of the worst drought on record, with many farming families pushed to their limits and unable to continue operating, unsure of what to do next.In January 2019, Dennis recorded a powerful speech to camera from his home at Hopewood, laying out his beliefs about the way farming communities...
2019-07-3151 min
A Splash of Colour#6 - The 'M' Word - Dan Allen & Ed Ross from TrademuttWe dive into the complex and intimate topic of #mentalhealth. We all may have our challenges with this, but today we take a look at it from a Man’s perspective. Splash of Colour are joined by the most daring, authentic set of Men who are telling it all... Daniel Allen and Edward Ross, Founders of TradeMutt and #SocialEntrepreneurs creating the Conversation to changing lives.
2019-07-301h 07
TradeMutt RadioRupert BallingerEntrepreneur and founder of revolutionary mentoring app Wundar, Rupert Ballinger, stopped in to the Mutt Hutt for a yarn.Rupert shared with us his incredible story, from watching his hero of a father suddenly fall into the depths of depression leading to a sudden death, to his journey of self discovery as a young man at boarding school and into adult hood. Ruperts journey is a fascinating one in which his search for guidance and a mentor has lead him to his current path, as the founder and CEO of the worlds first mentoring...
2019-07-2449 min
TradeMutt RadioLarzy The SparkyThis week we sat down with Lara Kelly, an apprentice electrician in the mines based in the Queensland town of Moranbah. We talk to Lara about her experience as a female in a male dominated industry, her love for the job and her goal to encourage more women to try their hand at a trade. Hear about some of the challenges and experiences faced and get an awesome insight into what life is like as a FIFO chick.Instagram - @larzythesparkyTrademutt - https://trademutt.com/Facebook...
2019-07-171h 01
TradeMutt RadioPaul PitsarasWe sit down for a very interesting chat with Paul Pitsaras and talk about his organisation, The Open Mind Institute. We talk about Paul's journey from practising criminal law in Melbourne and the significant events that occurred in his professional life that lead him up the path that he is on today, as the founder and managing director of TOMI. We talk about mindfulness and what exactly it means, how we can be mindful and how we can use the power of the mind to over come any obstacles that we face in our lives.
2019-06-1937 min