A night of storytelling by men
'The Lie I Believed About Myself'
'The Lie I Believed About Myself'
Every man carries a story he’s never told - often because of a lie he learned to believe about himself.
This event invites men to step forward with honesty and courage, sharing the unspoken beliefs that shaped them and the truth that set them free.
Join us for an unforgettable night of raw, real storytelling.
Your MC
Gareth Robinson
His Story MC
Gareth was a storyteller at our inaugural event in November 2025 and has been our MC ever since.
He knows from personal experience that the stories we tell ourselves shape our lives, and that changing them can begin with a single small action or conversation.
He is a TEDx speaker, consultant and coach who has worked with some of Australia's largest organisations.
Your Storytellers
Nilesh Nadanapatham
Nilesh Nadanapatham
Nilesh Nadanapatham
Blogger, App Creator, Researcher and Student of Life
From creating social-impact content to producing a podcast streamed across 15 countries, Nilesh is dedicated to helping people thrive.
He focuses on leadership, emotional intelligence and challenging people to see things differently, embrace growth and take meaningful steps forward.
John Toomey
Nilesh Nadanapatham
Nilesh Nadanapatham
Author, Podcaster, Speaker, Coach and Wellbeing Thought Leader
John is an internationally recognised speaker, writer and advocate for men’s wellbeing.
As Global Chair of the Men’s Wellbeing Initiative at the Global Wellness Institute, he brings decades of experience across high performance, wellness and education.
He's delivered more tha
Author, Podcaster, Speaker, Coach and Wellbeing Thought Leader
John is an internationally recognised speaker, writer and advocate for men’s wellbeing.
As Global Chair of the Men’s Wellbeing Initiative at the Global Wellness Institute, he brings decades of experience across high performance, wellness and education.
He's delivered more than 3,800 speeches across 10+ countries, published over 1,000 articles, authored 2 books and hosts a popular podcast on modern masculinity.
John is the father to 6 adult children and 7 grandchildren.
Nero Buys
Nilesh Nadanapatham
Nick Timmings
Outdoor advocate, educator, boilermaker, Special Ops and Alone: World Championship
Nero Buys is an Australian outdoor advocate with deep experience in wilderness, expedition and military environments.
A former Australian Army soldier, he later pursued bushcraft and outdoor education, co-founding NaturePost to help children connect with
Outdoor advocate, educator, boilermaker, Special Ops and Alone: World Championship
Nero Buys is an Australian outdoor advocate with deep experience in wilderness, expedition and military environments.
A former Australian Army soldier, he later pursued bushcraft and outdoor education, co-founding NaturePost to help children connect with nature.
Nero has guided expeditions in Canada’s boreal forest and represented Australia on Alone: World Championship (Season 13), inspiring resilience, connection and adventure.
Nick Timmings
Nick Timmings
Nick Timmings
Two-time Australian Winter Olympian - Skeleton
Across 14 years and three Olympic campaigns, Nick built an elite career through self-funding and self-coaching.
Nick inspires people to embrace uncertainty, challenge convention and define success on their own terms.
Mark Jones
Nick Timmings
John Shanahan
Speaker, Author, Podcaster, Journo and Narrative Strategist
A former tech journo for the Australian Financial Review who spent more than 10 years working in Silicon Valley.
Mark now helps global leaders craft their story.
He is a husband, father to three kids and proud owner of one very energetic dog.
John Shanahan
Nick Timmings
John Shanahan
Kiwi Entrepreneur, Philanthropist, Endurance Sports & Trail Walker
When not managing employees across 40 countries, John is staying active chasing his six grandkids around.
His philanthropic interests includes global charities focused on refugees and children's education.
As a Trail Walker he has completed the OxFam 100km seven times in 3
Kiwi Entrepreneur, Philanthropist, Endurance Sports & Trail Walker
When not managing employees across 40 countries, John is staying active chasing his six grandkids around.
His philanthropic interests includes global charities focused on refugees and children's education.
As a Trail Walker he has completed the OxFam 100km seven times in 3 countries, and he is currently completing the Te Araroa Walk with his wife of 50 years.