#176 - Sam Witness - Why The Algorithm Rewards Fakeness (How To Not Fall For It)

We are joined by Cameron Branch, host of the Hard Yarns Podcast.Society is being pulled apart in subtle ways creating divides that keep us distracted, divided and easier to control. What’s the cost of falling into the trap of comparison and tribal thinking? What does observing these social divides teach us that ordinary life often hides?How do we recognize the forces pushing us apart while still building genuine connections and understanding in the world we live in?There’s a tension between seeing the truth of manipulation and staying present in our own lives. What’s the best way to navigate it?Expect to learn about:Cam’s journey to start the podcastThe self-improvement trapWhy society is less divided than you thinkHow to set big goals but also be content with your realityWhy curiosity and naivety is the foundation of knowledgeThe unseen parts of building a podcastPlus so much more. I love chatting with podcasters, it truly is a unique thing to build a library of interesting conversations. So much to learn from Branchy and the growth of his podcast and how we can map this onto our own lives.10% OFF SITEWIDE BLUE LIGHT GEAR (AUTO APPLIED)https://www.blockbluelight.com.au/?ref=eganbrooksHard Yarns Podcast: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/thehardyarnspodcast/⁠Get my Top 50 Must Read Books:⁠https://eganbrooks.myflodesk.com/books⁠Sign Up To The Sunday 7 Newsletter:⁠https://eganbrooks.myflodesk.com/sundayseven⁠Access my other platforms:⁠https://linktr.ee/eganbrooks⁠Big love,Make sure to hit the follow button & the 3 dots, then rate show.Egan

We are joined by Matt 'The Jedi' Floyd, a professional boxer who was imprisoned for kidnapping pedophiles and is now fighting the world’s best fighters.Matt’s story is unique. From foster homes of abuse to leading a gang to learning how to fight in his prison cell, he has a powerful voice of creating change and proving anything is possible.Expect to learn about:What abuse Matt experienced in his upbringingHow he became a leader of a gangWhat they did to catch Pedophiles and punish themBeing a leader in prison and learning fighting in his prison cellHis next goals of fighting Tommy Fury and Jake PaulHis own boxing gym where he helps change the lives of hundredsMatt’s legacy and purpose to his missionPlus so much more. Matt in his own words is “living proof” anything is possible and it was super interesting to learn about prison, gangs, his fighting and his greater overall purpose. A must listen.10% OFF SITEWIDE BLUE LIGHT GEAR (AUTO APPLIED)https://www.blockbluelight.com.au/?ref=eganbrooksGet my Top 50 Must Read Books:https://eganbrooks.myflodesk.com/booksSign Up To The Sunday 7 Newsletter:https://eganbrooks.myflodesk.com/sundaysevenAccess my other platforms:https://linktr.ee/eganbrooksBig love,Make sure to hit the follow button, hit the 3 dots and click rate show.

I summarise the 2025 year by reflecting on some of the biggest lessons I have learnt this year both professionally and personally. Expect to learn about:- Why the safe path is also risky,- Why we cling to beliefs that don't serve us- How death can be a useful reminder- How to identify a true friend- How to actually create improvement- Why alone time is essential - What you need to know about yourself to be fulfilled. Plus so much more. A super fun reflective episode. 10% OFF SITEWIDE BLUE LIGHT GEAR (AUTO APPLIED)https://www.blockbluelight.com.au/?ref=eganbrooksGet my Top 50 Must Read Books:https://eganbrooks.myflodesk.com/booksSign Up To The Sunday 7 Newsletter:https://eganbrooks.myflodesk.com/sundaysevenAccess my other platforms:https://linktr.ee/eganbrooksBig love,Make sure to hit the follow button, click the 3 dots and rate show. Egan

We are joined by Sam Witness. He’s a content creator, author and friend. Social media is a huge part of our lives now but how should we be thinking about creating content?How can we build a following without sacrificing our authenticity with an algorithm that rewards polarising content? Is there a way to make content and not lose yourself in a game of numbers?Expect to learn about:• Why social media is always going to feel stressful• what is fundamentally flawed about the education system• how to think differently about creating content• why your content journey is a self development journey• how to enjoy making content• why small creators need to support eachother moreplus so much more. A cool Reflective chat with my friend Sam about our content journeys. If you’re build a platform, this conversation is super reflective about how to find success without losing yourself too.Sam's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/samwitnesss/Get my Top 50 Must Read Books: https://eganbrooks.myflodesk.com/booksSign Up To The Sunday 7 Newsletter:https://eganbrooks.myflodesk.com/sundaysevenAccess my other platforms:https://linktr.ee/eganbrooksBig love,Make sure to hit the follow button & the 3 dots, then rate show.Egan

We are joined by Eugene Koning, a former rugby player turned breathwork guru, head of retreats at Saint Haven and co-founder of Next Step Collective.Eugene’s is on a journey to help people navigate life’s tension, embrace discomfort and access freedom from within through breathwork and conscious living.Expect to learn about:Eugene's rugby career and turning point How breathwork can restore connection to self Why taking action and doing inner work are not mutually exclusiveWhy failing creates a quick feedback loopHow to know what is truly authentic What is was like meeting Wimhof & Tony RobbinsPlus so much more. A super interesting reflection on the journey of improvement and what connecting to ourselves is at the core of fulfilment and intention. Eugene Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eugene.koning/Get my Top 50 Must Read Books:https://eganbrooks.myflodesk.com/booksSign Up To The Sunday 7 Newsletter:https://eganbrooks.myflodesk.com/sundaysevenAccess my other platforms:https://linktr.ee/eganbrooksBig love,Make sure to hit the follow button & the 3 dots, then rate show.Egan

Luke Balcke is an evolutionary astrologer who cuts through the noise to give real answers about astrology. Astrology has been dismissed as a pseudoscience despite strong accuracy in explaining historical patterns. So how can we understand it and use it for maximum effect? Expect to learn about: - How to understand astrology - Why astrology does not determine your fate - What hard truths to expect in 2026 - How to use astrology for self-empowerment - Why people in power use astrology to control outcomes Plus so much more. A fascinating deep dive into how astrology is deeply undervalued as a tool and how can use it to better understand our lives. Follow Luke: https://www.instagram.com/lukebalcke/Get my Top 50 Must Read Books:https://eganbrooks.myflodesk.com/booksSign Up To The Sunday 7 Newsletter:https://eganbrooks.myflodesk.com/sundaysevenAccess my other platforms:https://linktr.ee/eganbrooksBig love,Make sure to hit the follow button & the 3 dots, then rate show.Egan

We are joined by Scott McIntosh, a coach who dives into spirituality, masculinity and living a life of purpose.Society is full of conflicting messages about success, masculinity and what it means to live a fulfilled life. Many people struggle with overthinking, ego and trying to be someone they're not.Scott’s mission is to uncover the truth about personal responsibility, forward-thinking masculinity and how to navigate life’s tension and challenges without being ruled by fear or external validation.Expect to learn about:Why masculinity is forward-thinking, not reactiveHow tension and discomfort are key to personal growthWhy fame and money aren’t the markers of a meaningful lifeHow to stop suffering from your own expectationsWhy two opposing truths can coexist at the same timeHow to generate your own momentum and put yourself out thereWhy authenticity matters more than external validationHow to navigate life without being trapped by ego or societal pressurePlus so much more. An insightful, raw and practical conversation that challenges modern assumptions about masculinity, success, and personal growth.Scott's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scottdmcintosh_/Get my Top 50 Must Read Books:https://eganbrooks.myflodesk.com/booksSign Up To The Sunday 7 Newsletter:https://eganbrooks.myflodesk.com/sundaysevenAccess my other platforms:https://linktr.ee/eganbrooksBig love,Make sure to hit the follow button & the 3 dots, then rate show.Egan

We are joined by Dr Jae West. She’s a Producer, Actress & Dancer with a PHD in Psychology.Modern society pressures women to suppress desire, ignore shame and hide their true selves. What are women really feeling and what does that mean for relationships, intimacy and self-expression?Expect to learn about:Jae’s journey and origin storyThe social experiments where she stripped in publicHow archetypes unlock full expression and suppressed desiresWhy women hold back in relationships and in lifeHow shame and monogamy shape modern intimacyThe subconscious signals your body is constantly sendingWhat men and women need to understand about desire and self-expressionPlus so much more. A super interesting dive into the archetypes and how they influence our full expression.Dr Jae Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.jae_west/Get my Top 50 Must Read Books:https://eganbrooks.myflodesk.com/booksSign Up To The Sunday 7 Newsletter:https://eganbrooks.myflodesk.com/sundaysevenAccess my other platforms:https://linktr.ee/eganbrooksBig love,Make sure to hit the follow button & the 3 dots, then rate show.Egan

We are joined by Jake Julius. He’s a YouTuber and founder of Rattlesnake TV, a platform to discuss important and controbersial topics using humour and extensive research.Our world is engaged in heavy psychological warfare: debating topics left and right about what is morally right, whether god exists, how many genders there are & what the future holds. Jake has built his career on hosting debates, engaging in them and mastering the art of logic.Expect to learn about:What made Jake believe so strongly in ChristianityWhy the other religions are inaccurateHow the atheist arguments are illogicalHow Christianity gets misrepresented in the new ageWhy transgenderism is logically flawedWhy the patriarchy is a descriptive truthWhat the feminism movement really isHow we are being brainwashed to believe in unhelpful social messagesPlus so much more. A super interesting deep dive into Christianity, Transgenderism, Feminism & much more. Super topical and political issues.Rattlesnake TV on Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/@rattlesnaketvJake on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rattlesnake.tv/Get my Top 50 Must Read Books:https://eganbrooks.myflodesk.com/booksSign Up To The Sunday 7 Newsletter:https://eganbrooks.myflodesk.com/sundaysevenAccess my other platforms:https://linktr.ee/eganbrooksBig love,Make sure to hit the follow button & the 3 dots, then rate show.Egan

We are joined by Matt Colwell, commonly known as 360. He’s a famous artist & we dove into his story around addiction, faith and authenticity.Expect to learn about:Why 360 thought he had to be someone elseWho 360 believes he truly isWhat role addiction played in his lifeWhat role faith has played in his lifeHow the medical industry gaslit 360 after his Covid Vax and convinced him he was losing his mind after heart complicationsWhy we are over-identified with our feelings and pleasureHow to know if people really have your best interestsA super insightful and refreshing look into the mind of a well known artist. So much value from his experiences and the way he owns his truth.360 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/3ree6ixty/Get my Top 50 Must Read Books:https://eganbrooks.myflodesk.com/booksSign Up To The Sunday 7 Newsletter:https://eganbrooks.myflodesk.com/sundaysevenAccess my other platforms:https://linktr.ee/eganbrooksDon't forget to hit follow and click rate show by pressing the 3 dots in the profile Big love,Egan