Talking Cod: a survivor’s guide to middle age

In the latest episode of Talking Cod, we delve into a profound and often overlooked principle - the Path of Least Resistance. Life invariably throws a myriad of challenges our way, but do we always need to face them head-on? Sometimes, wisdom lies not in resistance but in acceptance, not in struggling...but in letting go.

As we navigate life, deciding which battles are worth fighting is essential. Phil, Dave, and Andy share their personal experiences, where choosing to do nothing was the most challenging decision they had to make, the trials they faced, the introspection it provoked, and the peace it eventually brought.

Join us as we explore this intriguing concept and its application in our daily lives, as we ask the pivotal question: Is your aim to win every battle, or to ultimately win the war?

As always, if you enjoy the episode, do like, share, follow, or leave a comment. If you'd like to contribute or just want to connect, email us at hello@talkingcod.com. 

Creators & Guests

Host
Andy Hall
Love to ask questions and learning about myself and others every day. Hate labels except; Executive Coach, Facilitator, Speaker, Host, Mentor, Husband, Dad, Friend. Mental health ambassador. Triathlete. Make a positive difference every day.
Host
David Eccles
Development Director. Middleman. Trail walking, running, riding, fire lighting, BBQ’r (AKA The Rave)
Host
Phil Birchenall
I’m the founder of Diagonal Thinking, a smart consultancy for people in the creative, media and digital industries.

What is Talking Cod: a survivor’s guide to middle age?

Three northern blokes talk about midlife and growing old disgracefully: the kind of things you want to say, but rarely ever do.

Hosts David Eccles, Phil Birchenall and Andy Hall explore how confronting life head-on - with all the crap it throws your way - makes you stronger, older, bolder and, of course, that little bit wiser.

We’ll share our own experiences and talk to friends about life’s ups and downs, what’s worked, and what definitely didn’t.


Frank, fearless, funny. Talking Cod.