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Hosted by Darren Ockenden & Mark Hall · health · EN · 101 episodes
Welcome to the Big Fellas Podcast, where we focus on weight loss for men who are ready to take charge of their health and fitness. Hosted by Darren Ockenden and Mark Hall, who have together lost over 10 stone (140 lbs), this podcast is all about sharing real stories, tips, and advice specifically tailored for men. Whether you’re struggling with weight loss, looking for men’s health tips, or want to join a supportive community, the Big Fellas Podcast covers it all.Each episode dives into topics like healthy eating, mental health, and practical fitness tips for men, especially those over 40. We’ll also explore unique initiatives like Man Vs Fat, where guys can lose weight while enjoying their love for football (soccer). With honest conversations, a bit of humor, and plenty of motivation, we’re here to help you on your journey to a healthier, fitter life.Join us for discussions on overcoming weight challenges, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and building a supportive network of like-mi
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Signup to Generate a PitchWelcome to the Big Fellas Podcast, where we focus on weight loss for men who are ready to take charge of their health and fitness. Hosted by Darren Ockenden and Mark Hall, who have together lost over 10 stone (140 lbs), this podcast is all about sharing real stories, tips, and advice specifically tailored for men.
Big Fellas is hosted by Darren Ockenden & Mark Hall. The show has published 101 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Heiner 'Antonio' Salguero - Man V Fat Soccer in the USA" (19 October 2026, 57 minutes), "100 Not out - The Big Fellas Century" (5 October 2026, 43 minutes), and "Ricky Emmery - A new man after loosing over 115 pounds (8 Stone)" (28 September 2026, 51 minutes).
Big Fellas publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 40 minutes across 101 episodes.
Booking probability for Big Fellas is 34%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Big Fellas requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Big Fellas's contact route on record: verified email.
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Darren Ockenden & Mark Hall hosts Big Fellas, a health show with 101 episodes published.
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Episode #102
This week on The Big Fellas Podcast, Mark is joined by Heiner ‘Antonio’ Salguero from the MAN v FAT Soccer League in Tampa, Florida, to talk weight loss, football and finding a community that has your back. Antonio...
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Big Fellas Podcast Episode 100 - Darren’s Final Appearance and a Look Back at the First 100 Episodes Mark and Darren mark the 100th episode of Big Fellas Podcast with a reflection on the show’s journey, Darren’s...
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In this episode of the Big Fellas podcast, host Mark interviews Ricky Emery, who shares his inspiring weight loss journey of over eight stone. Ricky discusses his life before joining Man V Fat, the turning point that...
Episode #92
In this episode of Big Fellas Weight Loss for Men , Mark continues his conversation with Anthony Ogogo, Olympic medal winner, former professional boxer, professional wrestler, and now a coach helping men lose weight and...
Episode #92
<p>In this episode of Big Fellas Weight Loss for Men, Mark continues his conversation with Anthony Ogogo, Olympic medal winner, former professional boxer, professional wrestler, and now a coach helping men lose weight...
Episode #91
<p>In this episode of Big Fellas Weight Loss for Men, Mark sits down with Anthony Ogogo, Olympic medal winner, former professional boxer, professional wrestler, and now a coach helping men lose weight and build...
Episode #90
<p>In this episode of Big Fellas Weight Loss for Men, Mark sits down with Mike, who shares the incredible story behind his transformation and losing more than 65 kilograms.</p><p>For Mike, everything changed when his...
Episode #89
<p>In this episode of Big Fellas Weight Loss for Men, Darren and Mark share the news of their nomination at the Man v Fat Awards, where they’re up for the Media Mogul category.</p><p>But this isn’t just about the...
Episode #88
<p>In this episode of Big Fellas Weight Loss for Men, Darren and Mark are joined by Joe Bentley, who has lost an incredible six stone through Man v Fat.</p><p>Joe shares how his journey wasn’t built on extreme diets or...
Episode #87
Not every conversation is about calories and steps.<p>In this episode of Big Fellas Weight Loss for Men, Darren and Mark step away from the usual weight loss chat and have a more open conversation about what’s going on...
Episode #86
<p>In this episode, we’re joined by Caydn, who shares how he lost 20kg and completely transformed his relationship with food, fitness, and himself.</p><p>Caydn opens up about how what started as a bulking phase quickly...
Episode #85
<p>In this episode of Big Fellas Weight Loss for Men, Darren and Mark tackle one of the biggest challenges men face: trying to eat well when life is busy.</p><p>From long work days and stressful schedules to travelling...
Episode #84
<p>In this episode of Big Fellas Weight Loss for Men, Darren is joined by Josh Phelps from Unit Fitness to talk about why so many men struggle to stay consistent, and what actually works instead.</p><p>Josh specialises...
Episode #83
<p>In this episode of Big Fellas Weight Loss for Men, Darren and Mark break down the recent Netflix documentary on the manosphere — a growing online space centred around masculinity, dating, and what it means to be a...
Episode #82
<p>In this episode of Big Fellas Weight Loss for Men, Mark sits down with Sam Godfrey, a Nordic walking specialist, to explore a form of exercise that many people have heard of, but few really understand.</p><p>Nordic...
Episode #81
<p>In this episode of Big Fellas Weight Loss for Men, Darren and Mark talk about something many men quietly experience: being the “fat guy” in the friendship group.</p><p>It’s a role that often starts with jokes...
Episode #80
<p>In this episode of Big Fellas Weight Loss for Men, Mark sits down with Shakeel, who has lost an incredible nine and a half stone after starting at 27 stone.</p><p>But this isn’t just about the weight.</p><p>Shakeel...
Episode #79
<p>In this episode of Big Fellas Weight Loss for Men, Darren and Mark sit down with Adam Boyd, who has lost an incredible 150lbs, but this isn’t just a story about the scales.</p><p>Adam opens up about the mental health...
Episode #78
<p>Ever had a “good” week… then absolutely undone it by Sunday night?</p><p>In this episode of Big Fellas, we’re chatting about what we call the silent saboteurs — the sneaky little habits that quietly wreck your weight...
Episode #77
<p>In this episode of Big Fellas Weight Loss for Men, Darren and Mark dive into some powerful conversations taken from the Facebook group Men and Their Emotions — a space where men are opening up about what they’re...
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