Into Deep

Geoff Goddard
  • 5.0 (2)
  • HEALTH & FITNESS

Into Deep is a podcast that dives into the mindset and stories behind the humans making an impact. Join host Geoff Goddard—wellness coach, psychotherapist-in-training, and lifelong seeker of human potential—as he sits down with deep thinkers, high performers, and purpose-driven guests to explore what drives them, what challenges shaped them, and how they elevate their mental and physical well-being. Expect raw conversations, practical wisdom, and a whole lot of heart. Whether you’re seeking inspiration, insight, or tools for personal growth—this is your place to get into deep.

  1. 15H AGO

    Reinventing Your Life in Your 30s When Achieving Feels Empty - Ram Castillo EP26

    Career change, burnout, purpose, and starting again in your 30s. In Episode 26 of Into Deep, Geoff sits down with Ram Castillo — former design director, author, Lifeline crisis support worker, and psychology student — for a powerful conversation about identity, reinvention, and what it really means to build a life that feels aligned. After spending 20 years in the creative industry and achieving many of the goals he once dreamed of — speaking around the world, writing books, and working at the top of the design ladder — Ram realised something surprising: success on the outside didn’t guarantee fulfilment on the inside. What followed was a deep personal reinvention. Ram shares the story of stepping away from an established career in design to pursue psychology in his mid-30s, the fears and doubts that came with that decision, and how mentorship, reflection, and support from his wife helped him navigate a major identity shift. We also explore Ram’s work as a Lifeline crisis support worker, where he’s spent years holding space for people experiencing loneliness, emotional pain, and suicidal thoughts. Through this work he’s come to understand a powerful truth — that sometimes people don’t need to be fixed, they need to be witnessed. Ram also opens up about his childhood experiences with bullying, growing up in a Filipino immigrant family in Sydney, and a recent spinal surgery that forced him to confront fear, surrender control, and reassess what truly matters. This episode is a deep reflection on purpose, mental health, personal growth, and life transitions. What You’ll Learn • How Ram realised his “ladder was leaning against the wrong wall”  • Why external success doesn’t always equal fulfilment  • The identity challenges behind major career transitions  • Lessons from working on the front line at Lifeline  • Why witnessing people can be more powerful than fixing them  • How Ram navigated fear and surrender during spinal surgery  • The importance of mentors during life reinventions  • Ram’s evolving definition of success Connect with Ram Instagram: @ramcastillo  LinkedIn: Ram Castillo Follow Into Deep Instagram: @intodeep_pod Follow Geoff Instagram: @geoff_elevate If you enjoyed this episode, please consider leaving a rating or sharing it with someone who might need to hear it. It helps the show grow and allows us to bring more meaningful conversations to the podcast. Topics: career change, burnout, purpose, psychology, mental health, loneliness, identity, personal growth, life transitions

    1h 12m

  2. MAR 1

    Self Belief, Dealing with Disappointment & Breaking Barries in Woman's Sport - Kaye Scott - EP25

    Geoff sits down with world title–winning and commonwealth games medal winning boxer Kaye Scott — known in the boxing world as “The Glamour” — for a conversation that goes far beyond the ring. Kaye shares how she fell into boxing at 19, walking into a PCYC gym where she was the only woman and was largely ignored for months… yet kept showing up anyway. We unpack what it takes to stay the course when you feel out of place, and how that relentless consistency shaped her mindset, identity, and career. Kaye also opens up about a defining moment in women’s sport: female boxing was once illegal in NSW, and she became the first legally sanctioned female bout in the state — a pivotal moment in the fight for opportunity and recognition. We talk about: The mindset shift that helped her become a world champion (and finally allow herself to feel proud)Why being kinder to yourself improves performance The “bittersweet” reality of silver medals and chasing the top spot for yearsLosing her Olympic dream after weight divisions changed, and what it forced her to faceIdentity beyond sport — who are you when the thing you do gets taken away?The reality of pay gaps in boxing, and why many champions still work “normal jobs”OnlyFans sponsorship: judgement, autonomy, and using platforms as toolsHer definition of success: financial stability, health, purpose, relationships, and impactIf you’ve ever struggled with setbacks, perfectionism, or detaching from outcomes — this episode will hit. 🎧 Listen now: Episode 25 with Kaye Scott — available wherever you get your podcasts Follow Kaye Instagram: @kayescottFollow Into Deep Instagram: @intodeep_podFollow Geoff Instagram: @geoff_elevateIf this episode resonated, subscribe, leave a rating, and share it with someone who needs it

    1 hr

  3. FEB 9

    My Dad Shot Mum in Front of Me @ Age 13 - Rawson Kirkhope EP24

    Rawson Kirkhope grew up in a home shaped by domestic violence, fear, and trauma — experiences that left him living in survival mode and carrying the effects of PTSD well into adulthood. In this episode of Into Deep, Rawson shares his story of growing up in Tasmania, including the night his father attempted to take his mum’s life, the shame and silence that followed, and the years he spent not realising how deeply that trauma was still shaping his anxiety, anger, and hypervigilance. We talk about the long road back — from joining the Navy and finding structure and discipline, to doing the inner work through therapy, journaling, and movement. Today, Rawson is the co-founder of Virtus, one of Sydney’s fastest-growing gym communities, built around connection, accountability, and creating the environment he wishes he had growing up. This conversation is about turning pain into purpose, facing your fears, and becoming the person you needed when you were younger. If you’ve ever felt stuck in survival mode, overwhelmed by your past, or like your nervous system is always “on,” this episode will resonate. Connect with Rawson https://www.instagram.com/rawsonkirkhope/ Virtus https://www.instagram.com/virtus/ https://virtus.com.au/ Follow Into Deep https://www.instagram.com/intodeep_pod/ Follow Geoff https://www.instagram.com/geoff_elevate/ If this episode resonated, please follow the show, leave a rating or review, and share it with someone who might need to hear it.

    58 min

  4. JAN 26

    Nick Slater - The Hard Truth About Fulfilling Relationships - EP23

    In Episode 23 of Into Deep, Geoff sits down with Nick Slater — actor and full-time content creator best known for his viral relationship skits and attachment-style characters — for a conversation that moves far beyond social media. Nick shares his journey from growing up in Brisbane to acting from a young age, landing a US network TV show, chasing Hollywood, and ultimately returning home to rebuild his life. From there, the conversation opens into avoidant attachment, modern dating, self-esteem, and why Nick believes love is not just a feeling — but a daily choice. Nick also speaks candidly about losing his dad to a brain tumour, the impact of being given time to say goodbye, and the moment that reshaped how he views life, health, and spirituality. Together, Geoff and Nick explore masculinity during conflict, emotional regulation, meditation, visualisation, and the rituals Nick uses to support his mental and physical health — including sauna, ice baths, and intentional movement. They also unpack the darker side of social media, the importance of curating your algorithm, and why presence in real life matters more than ever. If you’ve been navigating dating apps, relationship triggers, grief, or the pressure to “make it,” this episode offers grounded insight, reflection, and perspective. Follow Nick Slater Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nick.slater/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nickslater Follow Into Deep Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/intodeep_pod/ Follow Geoff Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geoff_elevate/ If this episode resonated, consider following the show, leaving a rating, and sharing it with someone who might need it.

    1h 6m

  5. JAN 13

    Elise Griffin – Letting Go of Control & The Power of the Breath – EP22

    Breathwork, healing, and the courage to release control. In Episode 22 of Into Deep, Geoff sits down with Elise Griffin — founder of Soul Breath, breathwork facilitator, and empowerment counsellor — for a deeply honest conversation about anxiety, control, and the body’s innate ability to heal. Elise opens up about living with anorexia from her early teens into her late 20s, and how restriction became a coping tool — a way to feel in control when her inner world felt chaotic and unsafe. She shares how anxiety and shame isolated her, and the moment things reached crisis point in her 20s when her weight dropped into the low 30kg range. Together, they explore how yoga became her first pathway back to safety in her body, and how a single breathwork + ice bath workshop changed everything — helping her release stored emotion, reconnect with calm, and ultimately build the community that now gathers every Sunday at DY Beach. This episode is for anyone who feels stuck in their head, overwhelmed by life, or ready to stop surviving and start living more honestly. Follow Elise: https://www.instagram.com/elise.soulbreath/ https://www.soulbreath.com.au/ Follow the show: https://www.instagram.com/intodeep_pod/ Follow Geoff: https://www.instagram.com/geoff_elevate/

    1h 7m

  6. 12/22/2025

    Alanna La Cioppa - Grieving, Loss & Finding Purpose Again - EP21

    Somatic healing, grief, and learning to trust the wisdom of your body. In Episode 21 of Into Deep, Geoff sits down with Alanna La Cioppa — somatic coach, yoga teacher, and psychotherapy & counselling student — for a deeply human conversation on loss, presence, and rebuilding purpose after grief. Alanna shares her experience of growing up as a carer, losing both her sister and mother within 18 months, and the identity collapse that followed. Together, they explore how grief lives in the body, why we suppress instead of process, and how somatic work offers a grounded path back into alignment. This episode dives into nervous system regulation, intuition vs fear, relationships as mirrors, projection, impermanence, and what it means to love fully when nothing is permanent. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, disconnected from your body, or stuck in your head — this conversation will meet you where you are. Follow the show: https://www.instagram.com/intodeep_pod/ Follow Alanna: https://www.instagram.com/alignedbyalanna/ Follow Geoff: https://www.instagram.com/geoff_elevate/

    1h 4m

  7. 12/07/2025

    Sam Dreyfus - Ruthless Optimism, Becoming More You & Embracing Chaos - EP20

    Samuel Dreyfus is a provisional psychologist, ruthless optimist, and founder of the Unofficial Run Club. In this episode, he and Geoff explore the chaos of your twenties, feeling “behind,” and how the things that look like mistakes often become the foundation for who you are. Sam shares openly about ADHD, self-doubt, and the belief he carried for years that he was “too dumb” for university. A single high-distinction changed his story — and set him on an eight-year journey to becoming a psychologist. Together they unpack: limiting beliefs and how they formthe cognitive triangle and CBTbehavioural activation for depressionexposure therapy and building confidence through actionhow authenticity created the rapid rise of Sam’s social mediathe magic and community behind Unofficial Run ClubThis conversation is for anyone who has ever felt lost, stuck, or like they’re not enough. It’s a reminder that you’re not what you could be yet — and there is no limit to who you can become if you keep going. Follow Sam Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soeandco Unofficial Run Club: https://www.instagram.com/unofficialrunclub Follow Geoff Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/geoff_elevate Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/intodeep_pod

    1h 9m

  8. 11/26/2025

    Sophie Handsaker - Dealing with Judgement & Overcoming Grief Of Her Later Partner's Suicide - EP19

    Sophie Handsaker returns to Into Deep for her second appearance after several clips from her first episode went viral. In this conversation, Geoff and Sophie dive directly into the core theme of the episode: how to overcome the fear of judgement. They read through and discuss the negative comments and criticism Sophie received online, unpacking why judgement affects us so deeply and how it shapes the way we show up in the world. Sophie also opens up about a deeply personal chapter of her life — the years she spent being judged and blamed for her late partner’s suicide — and how she slowly rebuilt her identity, confidence, and sense of self-worth after that experience. This episode explores the psychology of judgement, the impact of projection, the internalisation of criticism, and the emotional resilience required to live authentically. It is a conversation for anyone who feels held back by what others might think, and who is ready to strengthen their self-trust and step into a more grounded and unapologetic version of themselves. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why judgement and criticism cut so deeplyHow early experiences shape our fear of being judgedSophie's journey through grief, blame, and public scrutinyHow she rebuilt her identity after traumatic lossPractical tools for overcoming the fear of judgementHow to stop people-pleasing and express your true selfWhy authenticity requires discomfort — and why it’s worth itFollow the show: @intodeep_pod Follow Sophie: @fitnessbysophie Follow Geoff: @geoff_elevate

    57 min
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Into Deep is a podcast that dives into the mindset and stories behind the humans making an impact. Join host Geoff Goddard—wellness coach, psychotherapist-in-training, and lifelong seeker of human potential—as he sits down with deep thinkers, high performers, and purpose-driven guests to explore what drives them, what challenges shaped them, and how they elevate their mental and physical well-being. Expect raw conversations, practical wisdom, and a whole lot of heart. Whether you’re seeking inspiration, insight, or tools for personal growth—this is your place to get into deep.

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  • Creator
    Geoff Goddard
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    26
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Into Deep
  • Show Website
    Into Deep

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