The Father Role After 50 - The New Chapter of Fatherhood.

Nobody prepares us for this stage of life…
Your kids grow up, move out, start their own journey —
But the truth is… they still need you.
Just in a different way.

Fatherhood after 50 is about:
• Listening more than fixing
• Guiding without controlling
• Rebuilding connection
• Blending families with patience and love
• Becoming the father YOU needed when you were young
• And maybe… preparing for the grandparent title (even if you’re not ready )

This stage isn’t about being perfect — it’s about being present.
It’s never too late to reconnect, repair, or rewrite your family story.

Join us on MEN TALK as we dive into the real conversations men are afraid to have — but desperately need.

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Welcome to Men Talk with Len & Danie

Rebuilding the Inner Voice — Reprogramming the Subconscious.

You know that voice — the one that keeps judging, comparing, or doubting you.

What if I told you most of that voice isn’t even yours? It’s the programming you picked up along the way — from childhood to now.

From 0 to 7, we’re sponges. We don’t analyse — we absorb.

Then at 14, we start acting it out — trying to prove ourselves or hide our pain.

By 21, we start making big life decisions — jobs, partners, habits — all based on programs we didn’t even choose.

So by the time a man hits 50, he’s often living a life built on beliefs that don’t belong to him.

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Welcome to Men Talk with Len and Daniel. Today, we have the honour of sitting down with Michael Pickering, a former AFL star. In 1988, Pickering won the Tigers' best and fairest award and was vice-captain of the Richmond Football Club . Together, we dive into an honest conversation about men’s mental health: the highs of playing at the top, the pressure of life in the spotlight, and the challenges that come when the cheers fade, life returns to “normal,” and you have to stop doing what you love.

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Today we’re diving into something we all love—travel. But not just the fun side of it—why travel is so important for our mental health, our relationships, and the way we live. I’m joined by Mark Chaskie– CEO of FBI Travel, a travel expert who’s seen first-hand how holidays can shape people’s lives.

Mark brings decades of experience helping people design meaningful travel experiences, and he’ll share insights on how travel shapes our identity, heals our stress, and connects us with the people who matter most.

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Men Talk with Len & Daniel - Marathon Of Life.

This week, we’re joined by Hilton Kahlberg, a marathon runner proving that passion and consistency can take you far — even beyond 55. From the track to everyday life, Hilton shares his personal stories and powerful lessons on endurance, discipline, and the mindset that keeps you going no matter what.

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Men, let’s be real for a moment. Getting older is something we don't want to talk about.

But deep down, it’s there. That voice that whispers: What if I get sick? What if I can’t move the way I used to? What if I end up alone? ...? And for men over 50, those thoughts can feel heavier than ever. Tonight, we’re going to break the silence and bring truth, hope, and some real solutions to the fear of getting old.

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When we talk about values, most people think of the ones they consciously choose, like honesty, family, success, and health. Those are important, but there’s another layer most of us don’t even realise is there, and that’s what I call the shadow value. A shadow value is a belief or priority that lives in your subconscious. It’s shaped by childhood, past experiences, or even fears, and it works quietly in the background. The thing is—it’s not always bad. But sometimes, it’s the very thing holding us back.

Here’s where the conflict happens: your conscious values and your shadow values don’t match.

The good news? Once you recognize your shadow values, you can decide if they still serve you. And that’s where the paradigm shift begins

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We’re honoured to welcome a powerhouse guest to the mic — Esther Althaus, Managing Director and Head Financial Adviser at Perspective Financial Services.

Esther founded her company in 2003 with a clear vision: to help people achieve their goals through financial clarity and confidence, especially during life’s most challenging transitions.

She’s an award-winning adviser, a trailblazer for women navigating divorce, widowhood, and inheritance, and a leader in intergenerational wealth transfer with heart, integrity, and wisdom.

In this episode, we’ll talk money, men, mindset, and the importance of handling financial matters with grace and foresight — especially during big life changes.

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