The True Form Podcast

byJack L Graham

EducationSelf-ImprovementHealthFitnessMental

The True Form Podcast: Discover Your Strength, Shape Your PathHosted by personal trainer Jack, The True Form Podcast explores the journey of finding your true form—both in the gym and in life. With a focus on health, fitness, and personal growth, Jack dives into the intersection of physical strength, mental resilience, and living authentically.Through inspiring conversations and practical insights, the podcast unpacks lessons on overcoming challenges, building confidence, and pursuing a meaningful life. Whether you’re working on perfecting your form in the gym or finding your true path, The True Form Podcast is your guide to becoming the...

Episodes(40 episodes)

Why Healthcare Is Failing Us: Peptides, GLP-1, NAD+ Therapy, and the Future of Longevity With Daniel Rudyak from ReadyXR

Why is modern healthcare still failing millions of people, and what can we do about it? With Daniel Rudyak from ReadyXR In this episode, Daniel Rudyak (investor, operator, and co-founder of ReadyRx) joins Jack to break down the real drivers of longevity and why preventative health matters more than ever.Daniel shares his powerful personal story: supporting his father through MS and cancer, navigating his fiancée’s misdiagnosis, and witnessing firsthand the limits of a reactive healthcare system. This experience inspired him to build ReadyRx, a national longevity platform focused on peptides, GLP-1s, N...

Published: Nov 29, 2025Duration: 1h 22m 31s

Why You’re Doing Everything Right… and Still Not Feeling Better: The Truth About Stress & Lifestyle Medicine with Dr Nupur Nag

Most people think better health comes from tightening up their training and nutrition. But what happens when you’re already doing everything right—eating well, exercising consistently, hitting your steps, and your body still crashes?In this episode, I sit down with Dr Nupur Nag, a research academic and lifestyle medicine expert who has lived through chronic illness, burnout, and extreme dietary restriction, even while she was studying the science behind health.Together, we unpack the 8 lifestyle pillars that influence your brain and body, why stress quietly overrides all your...

Published: Nov 22, 2025Duration: 1h 24m 34s

Starting Again in Your 30s: When The Life You Planned No Longer Fits

In this episode, I sit down with Tez, a Vietnamese-Australian optometrist, eldest daughter of immigrant parents, and someone who has rebuilt her life more than once.We talk about what it really feels like to “start again” in your 30s, not from a place of failure, but from a deep knowing that the life you were living was no longer true to who you are.Tez shares the story of ending her engagement, navigating cultural and family expectations, building a business from scratch, and ultimately choosing to let it all go when it no longer aligned. We expl...

Published: Nov 15, 2025Duration: 1h 19m 33s

The Long Game: Strength, Purpose & Longevity with Jon Sabes

In this episode, Jon Sabes returns to explore what it really means to play the long game in life. Longevity doesn’t happen by accident; it’s something you build through small, intentional habits practised consistently over time.We talk about strength training, purpose, community, and why the older version of you is shaped by the routines you live today. We also explore why time feels like it accelerates as we age, what it means to create an environment that supports health, and how to maintain your vitality later in life.This is a conversation abou...

Published: Nov 8, 2025Duration: 1h 8m 15s

Barefoot Shoes & Foot Strength: A Podiatrist’s Perspective on Real Foot Health - Helen Halkias

What if your feet don’t need more support, they just need to be stronger?In this episode of The True Form Podcast, Jack sits down with Helen Halkias, a podiatrist with over 28 years of experience who made the bold shift from traditional orthotics to a functional, holistic approach to foot health.Helen shares how chronic pain, recurring injuries, and over-reliance on orthotics inspired her to rethink everything she’d been taught. She now helps clients rebuild strength, awareness, and resilience from the ground up, literally.You’ll learn:Why traditional orthot...

Published: Nov 1, 2025Duration: 1h 35m 38s

Health, Rich and Happy - Jacopo Iasiello on Meditation, Morning Routines and Real Estate Freedom

Most people try to get rich or get happy by doing more. But in this episode, Jacopo Iasiello shares a powerful alternative: start by creating energy and alignment within yourself, then let your actions compound from there. We explore Jacopo’s MPBE method (Meditation, Prayer, Biohacking, Exercise) and how a grounded morning practice can transform the way you think, work and lead.We then get practical, from building resilience, to finding your why, to creating wealth through real estate and even the idea of earning in one country while living in another. Whether you’re chasing better heal...

Published: Oct 25, 2025Duration: 39m 40s

Redefining Mental Health Through Culture, Connection, and Gratitude with Nyachan Nyak

What does it mean to truly care for our mental health? For Nyachan Nyak, founder and CEO of the Nas Recovery Centre, the answer goes far beyond mainstream models of care.In this inspiring conversation, Nyachan shares her journey from growing up in South Sudanese refugee camps to becoming a leader in culturally tailored mental health and addiction recovery in Australia. She explains why community connection, cultural sensitivity, and lived experience are essential for lasting change, and why joy and gratitude are powerful tools for resilience.You’ll hear about:– Why “perfect mental health” is a har...

Published: Sep 27, 2025Duration: 1h 3m 2s

What I Learned About Health, Resilience, and Longevity From 8 Powerful Guests | True Form Podcast

What I Learned About Health, Resilience, and Longevity From 8 Powerful Guests | True Form PodcastIn this solo episode, I reflect on the last eight conversations from The True Form Podcast and share the most significant lessons that can help you build strength, resilience, and a healthier life. I also answer your listener questions about fitness, nutrition, and mindset.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why foot strength is the real fix for foot pain (not just new shoes)The importance of asking for help when facing trauma or addictionHow resilience is...

Published: Sep 21, 2025Duration: 1h 7m 26s

How to Awaken Your True Self Through Breath work and Authenticity

In this episode of The True Form Podcast, I sit down with Christopher August, transformational author, speaker, and co-founder of the breath work app Beats and Breath. Christopher shares his journey from corporate life to living authentically, how breath work unlocks intuition, and why authenticity is the “gold currency” of our time.We explore:- Breath work for healing and expanding consciousness- The power of intuition and how to access it- Moving from victimhood to a creator mindset- Relationships as mirrors for growth- The...

Published: Sep 13, 2025Duration: 1h 8m 50s

When Your Motivation Isn’t Yours: The Hidden Reason You Can’t Commit

We often think our goals are our own, until we realise they’re not.In this clip, Vahid Coskun breaks down why chasing a goal like weight loss or strength often fails when the “why” behind it comes from someone else. Whether it's a partner, a parent, or society, if your reason is outsourced, your commitment won’t last.Real change starts when your goals are aligned with your identity, not someone else’s expectations.This moment will challenge how you think about motivation, self-worth, and why you haven’t stuck with that plan (yet).<...

Published: Sep 9, 2025Duration: 11m 44s

How to Reverse Aging and Live Younger: Lessons from Dr. Kavin Mistry

What if you could reverse your biological age and live with energy, clarity, and purpose well into your 80s and 90s?In this episode of The True Form Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Kavin Mistry, a board-certified neuroradiologist, author of Primal Health Design, and someone who blends cutting-edge science with ancestral wisdom. Raised partly among the Hadza tribe in Tanzania, Dr. Mistry offers a rare perspective on health, longevity, and what it really means to thrive.We explore: Why modern medicine often misses the bigger picture The seven paradigms that can re...

Published: Sep 6, 2025Duration: 1h 23m 2s

Practice Beyond the Pose: Nervous System Healing, Inner Dialogue & the Real Work of Yoga with Vahid Coskun

In this episode of The True Form Podcast, I sit down with Vahid Coskun—mindfulness therapist, lifestyle coach, and author of Practice Beyond the Posture—to explore the deeper layers of health, presence, and self-mastery.Vahid shares how the physical practice of yoga is just the entry point to something far more powerful: learning to stay with yourself through discomfort, rewiring your nervous system, and reclaiming your attention in a world designed to fragment it.We discuss:Why most of our suffering stems from how we relate to stre...

Published: Aug 30, 2025Duration: 1h 8m 0s

How to Live with Purpose, Power & Joyful Longevity | Andrew Jobling on Resilience, Self-Worth & True Wellbeing

In this episode of The True Form Podcast, I sit down with bestselling author, speaker, and former AFL player Andrew Jobling for an energising, vulnerable, and often hilarious conversation about what it really takes to live a life of joyful longevity.We explore how self-worth isn’t something you earn—it’s something you remember. Andrew shares lessons from his journey as an “unlikely athlete” and “accidental author,” and explains why so many people stay stuck waiting for permission to live with purpose.Together, we unpack:How to bu...

Published: Aug 11, 2025Duration: 1h 14m 1s

The Real Meaning of Resilience: Why Flexibility Matters More Than Toughness

In this episode, we unpack one of the most misunderstood concepts in modern life: resilience. Is it about being unbreakable, stoic, and hard as nails—or is that just what social media tells us?Our guest draws from decades of experience across psychology, community health, and academia to challenge the "brick wall" definition of resilience. Instead, we explore it as a dynamic capability—something shaped by adaptability, awareness, genetics, and environment.From Darwinian biology and epigenetics to the pressures of growing up in a post-social media world, this conversation dives deep into:Why youn...

Published: Jul 29, 2025Duration: 13m 11s

PCOS, Menopause & Fertility: What You’re Not Told About Hormone Health - with Dr Suzi Craig

Hormone symptoms are common, but they’re not normal. So why are so many women left in the dark?In this episode of The True Form Podcast, I’m joined by Dr Suzi Craig, a Chinese Medicine Practitioner, fertility specialist, and advocate for integrative women’s health. With a background in both traditional Chinese medicine and reproductive science, Dr Suzi offers a unique perspective on hormone balance, fertility, and long-term wellbeing.🎙️ We discuss: – What most people misunderstand about PCOS, menopause, and fertility – The Chinese medicine view of cycles, energy, and hormonal shif...

Published: Jul 26, 2025Duration: 1h 42m 47s

“What Happened to You?” The Question That Changed Everything | Sammie Lee on Trauma & Recovery

“Nobody ever asked me what happened. They only asked why.”In this emotional clip from The True Form Podcast, Eating Disorder and Trauma-Informed Specialist Sammie Lee shares the moment her healing truly began — when someone finally asked the right question.This conversation dives into: – Why the question “what happened to you?” is more powerful than “what’s wrong with you?” – How our medical and mental health systems often miss the mark – The role of presence, compassion, and deep listening in trauma recoveryIf you or someone you know is navigating di...

Published: Jul 22, 2025Duration: 14m 21s

Why Childhood Mental Health Is Declining - A Psychotherapist’s Warning

Childhood mental health issues are rising — but what’s really going on beneath the surface?“We’re pathologising kids before we’re listening to them.”In this episode of The True Form Podcast, I sit down with Professor Kosmas Smyrnios — a former child and adolescent psychotherapist turned academic — to unpack what’s really happening with the rise in childhood mental health issues.With over 30 years of experience in psychotherapy, research, and education, Professor Smyrnios brings a rare dual lens: clinical depth and academic insight.We explore:– Why emotional distress in kids is often mislab...

Published: Jul 19, 2025Duration: 1h 52m 38s

The Right Way to Start Wearing Barefoot Shoes (Without Hurting Yourself)

Thinking about switching to barefoot or minimalist shoes?This clip from our chat with @bprimal_footwear breaks down how to transition safely — and why it’s not just about the shoes.You’ll learn:– Why most people are disconnected from their feet– How your nervous system relies on foot input– 3 simple foot exercises to build strength– Why toe mobility is key for posture and pain– Tips for finding the right transitional shoes– How to listen to your feet and build gradually👣 Your feet have a quarter of a million nerves in the...

Published: Jul 15, 2025Duration: 8m 28s

Food Addiction, Trauma & Recovery: Sammie Lee's Story Will Change How You See Weight Loss

Trigger warning: This episode contains discussions of trauma, disordered eating, and suicidal thoughts. If you're struggling, please seek support. —“You can lose the weight, but still carry the pain.”In this powerful episode of The True Form Podcast, I sit down with Sammie Lee—a highly respected Eating Disorder and Trauma-Informed Specialist, author, coach, and speaker—whose mission is to dismantle stigma, shift societal narratives, and guide people back to their worth.Sammie shares her raw and personal story—from childhood trauma and food addiction to extreme weight loss and the long road to heali...

Published: Jul 12, 2025Duration: 1h 7m 5s

You Won’t Find Your Purpose Until You Quiet the Noise

Feeling lost, distracted, or pulled in every direction?In this episode, Flabia shares why true purpose isn’t found through hustle or external validation—but through stillness.We talk about the power of journaling, faith, and self-reflection, and why anchoring yourself in something deeper is the key to long-term fulfilment. This isn’t about finding one fixed destination—it’s about learning to listen beneath the noise.What we cover:– Why quiet time isn’t optional if you want clarity– How to find your ‘why’ (and why it’s okay if it changes)– What to...

Published: Jul 8, 2025Duration: 10m 47s