With the New Year now in full swing, Don and Andy are in a reflective mood (without it turning into a sob story)! In this episode, the OG Dad Bros look back on the year that was. The wins, the challenges, the curveballs and the lessons that came from simply getting on with it.

Along the way, they talk through some realisations that snuck up on them like why sometimes “getting the bigger boat” actually makes sense, plus why thinking about new pets says more about where you’re at in life than you’d expect and how figuring out what to stop doing is just as important as what to keep doing.

There’s also a check-in on the DBC podcasting mission, plus looking at the magic crystal ball about their future selves and what they’re quietly looking forward to.

It’s a laid-back, real-talk chat about closing one chapter, asking better questions and heading into the New Year with a bit more intention, a bit less noise and the sense that you don’t always need to have everything figured out with a grand master plan.

Real reflection. Real growth. Real life.

Join us for Andy and Damon’s debut as DBC hosts, as we explore the inspiring journey of Maria Jordan, a Manchester-born country artist who has carved her own path from the UK to the heart of country music in Nashville.

Discover how Maria's love for storytelling and music, sparked by her grandfather's influence, led her to embrace the vibrant sounds of country music.

From her early days performing at open mic nights in Manchester to headlining festivals at iconic venues and creating the "One Night in Nashville" experience.

Maria opens up about overcoming depression and how music became her lifeline, transforming pain into powerful performances that connect deeply with her audiences. We also discover the thrill of playing for her favourite crowd – the ones who truly listen, feel and sing every word right back to her.

Maria's story is one of resilience, passion and the pursuit of dreams. Tune in to hear about her challenges, triumphs and the unique blend of UK and Nashville influences that define her music.

Links:

• ​https://www.mariajordan.co.uk/
• ​https://www.onenightinnashville.co.uk/

We’re cracking open a brand new season of DBC with the incredible Sydney Graves — from UK midwife to thriving social media force in Australia.

Sydney shares how a TV show first sparked her passion for midwifery, the tough realities of birth suites back home, and the personal loss that led her to chase a fresh start Down Under.

We dive into how she built a huge online following by staying unapologetically authentic, why positivity and mental health are at the heart of everything she does, and the power of hypnobirthing to transform how women experience birth.

Sydney also opens up about her ADHD diagnosis, how it finally validated years of feeling different, and why she now sees it as her ultimate superpower — fuelling her creativity, productivity, and big dreams.

It’s a raw, uplifting chat on career pivots, personal growth, wellness, and why showing up exactly as you are is the real secret sauce.

#Midwifery #Hypnobirthing #ADHD #MentalHealth #CareerChange #Wellness #Authenticity #PersonalGrowth #DBCpod

Instagram:

@ukmidwife_down_under

@serenebirthingwithsyd

YouTube:

https://youtube.com/@ukmidwifedownunder?si=YMFRC-B9u9sxMiaq