[Watch the episode here] In the powerful season finale of Shaped, as always, Trent sits down with someone who has profoundly influenced his life, and in this episode, we sit down with his father, Peter Cotchin. This personal conversation delves into the lessons passed down through generations, the influence of father-son relationships, and how our own childhood experiences shape the kind of parent we become. Pete shares insights into his relationship with his father and how it shaped the way he parented Trent, sparking an important question: Do we parent to give what we missed?

Trent opens up about his most vulnerable period during the challenging year of 2016, reflecting on the struggles.

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(Watch the episode here) In this episode of Shaped, Trent Cotchin sits down with AFL icon and one of Australia’s most controversial voices, John “Sam” Newman. With over 300 games for Geelong, Sam has lived a life in the spotlight, but here, he opens up like never before.

From his childhood to footy highs, going broke, and rebuilding his life, Sam reflects on the moments that shaped him, including his views on fatherhood, regret, and legacy. Known for his bluntness, Sam delivers raw honesty and even turns the tables with a powerful question he's always wanted answered.

This is a must-watch conversation that goes far beyond the headlines.

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(Watch the episode here) In this episode of Shaped, we sit down with former Footscray/Bulldogs captain and 1992 Brownlow Medalist Scott Wynd, a football legend who’s gone off the grid, but not out of the game. With no social media and little public exposure post-retirement, this rare interview dives into the real story behind Scott’s life after footy.

Scott opens up about his AFL journey, leadership on and off the field, and how he's quietly built a series of multi-million dollar businesses through hard work, grit, and smart decisions. With his humble, no-frills attitude, Wynd shares practical lessons on life, business, and staying grounded, while reflecting on how footy shaped his approach to success.

Whether you're a die-hard AFL fan, an aspiring entrepreneur, or someone looking to redefine what success looks like, this episode is full of inspiration, wisdom, and life-changing takeaways.

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(Watch the episode here) In this powerful episode of Shaped, Trent Cotchin sits down with former AFL star and #4 draft pick Jason McCartney, whose story is etched into Australian sporting and national history.

Known for his courage, resilience, and inspirational return to the AFL, Jason opens up about the 2002 Bali bombings, where he sustained burns to over 50% of his body, and the mindset that helped him fight through recovery and make an unforgettable comeback.

Jason reflects on his upbringing, his early days at Collingwood and Adelaide, and the heartbreak of missing out on a premiership due to suspension. He shares how these life events, full of adversity and missed moments, ultimately shaped the mentality he would need to survive and thrive after the bombings.

Jason speaks candidly about the night in Bali, the emotional and physical battle through rehabilitation, and his phenomenal return with North Melbourne in 2003, one of the most emotional moments in AFL history.

This episode goes beyond football. It’s about resilience, determination, and perspective.

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(Watch the episode here) In this powerful full-length episode of Shaped, former Essendon captain Dyson Heppell opens up like never before. From the dark days of the Essendon supplements saga to the life-altering perspective gained through his relationship with “H Man”, Dyson shares the key people and moments that have shaped him.

At just 23, Heppell was forced to sit out the 2016 AFL season due to the WADA sanctions. It was a moment that cast a dark cloud over his football career and his personal identity. He speaks honestly about the emotional toll, the anger, and how it led him to redefine what football really meant to him.

Dyson reflects on the moments that “whacked him in the face” and helped him move from bitterness to forgiveness.

This is an episode about adversity, perspective, healing, and the deeper meaning of leadership and legacy.

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(Watch the episode here) In this powerful episode of Shaped, we sit down with Australian running legend Steve Moneghetti, one of the country’s most respected marathoners, to explore the defining moments, people, and experiences that have shaped his extraordinary life and career.

Steve opens up about his unexpected rise in long-distance running, including how he wasn’t even supposed to run the marathon at the 1986 Commonwealth Games, a race that would mark the beginning of a storied international career. From Olympic campaigns to elite competitions around the globe, Steve shares the physical and mental demands of being a world-class athlete.

Beyond the podiums and personal bests, Steve reveals a deeply personal story. This family tragedy occurred while he was away competing at the London Marathon, his first paid professional race. He reflects on the impossible decision he had to make and the lingering uncertainty around whether it was the right one.

This episode is a masterclass in resilience, sacrifice, and perspective, not just for runners but for anyone navigating life’s toughest calls.

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[Watch episode here] In this deeply honest episode of Shaped, Trent Cotchin sits down with AFL Hall of Famer Wayne Carey, widely regarded as one of the greatest players the game has ever seen. But beyond the accolades and on-field dominance lies a story of pain, personal growth, and redemption.

Wayne Carey opens up like never before, sharing the raw truth about his childhood, including a difficult relationship with his parents and running away from home at just 13 years old. He reflects on the moments that shaped him, both as an athlete and as a man.

No stone is left unturned as Wayne addresses the infamous Anthony Stevens scandal, his biggest regret in football, and how it took him until his 50s to truly begin to forgive himself. He shares how speaking to someone changed his life, giving him clarity, perspective, and healing.

This episode dives deep into mental health, emotional growth, personal accountability, and the truth behind the headlines.

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[Watch episode here] In this raw and honest episode of Shaped, Trent Cotchin sits down with former Richmond premiership teammate and ex-Gold Coast Suns player Brandon Ellis to discuss the personal experiences that shaped him on and off the field.

Brandon opens up about the powerful moment at Richmond Football Club that changed everything: the Triple H exercise - Hero, Highlight, and Hardship. For the first time publicly, Brandon shares his hardship of growing up in housing commission, his drive to succeed, and how he worked hard to buy a home for his parents to break that cycle.

But it wasn’t all triumph. After the ultimate high of winning his first AFL premiership, Brandon hit a personal low and shares how he reached out to Trent during this dark period and moved in with Trent and his family, finding the support and perspective he needed to get back on track.

This episode is packed with life lessons, mindset shifts, vulnerability, and personal growth from one of AFL’s most honest voices.

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