Episode 1: Majak Daw | Let's Talk

In the first episode of Let's Talk, hosted by Hamish McLachlan, Majak Daw speaks about the challenges he faced as he became a trailblazer for Sudanese players in the AFL, how he dealt with his mental health challenges, and what he's learned in his life after footy.
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[@allforthenukie]

I'm fully in support of this series, can't wait to see more episodes of this

[@joshyowen]

Onya maj, absolute legend on and off the field 💙

[@moirahenriksen3527]

I’m glad you weren’t successful in ending it all. It’s an absolute heartache for families left behind I know we lost our 19 year old son to suicide. Coming up 29 years ago. You know the sun always comes up the next day.. I’m glad you got to see tomorrow. Keep going Majak x

[@coopARLE]

Amazing Majak you were amazing

[@Foxy-el1pk]

I think this is a great series. Everyone needs to be more open about mental health. It shouldn't be a taboo subject. Men shouldn't feel like they're weak or soft. People shouldn't be told "get over it, suck it up, we all get down sometimes" these words don't help, they only make it worse. What a brave young man you are Majak for coming on the show and speaking about your struggles. Well done for seeking help, and sticking with it. You are loved, you are enough ❤

[@petert4599]

Majak a true inspiration. What a sad story. So glad he's made it through

[@shak8417]

I LOVE THIS CAN'T WAIT TO LISTEN TO MORE EPISODE PROUD OF MAJAK DAW

[@user-rv6it8kf4h]

What a real man! Real strength. A wonderful example. Thank you Majak. Thank you Hamish.

[@user-gm3uh1qk3f]

Majak, you are an inspiration. I wish my late son had have had the chance to talk with you. 😢

[@willem8820]

Really important issues and very strong of Majak, love the message

[@Shadzyking]

I really Miss Maj D bro plz come back

[@JezzaN1]

Great idea, and great insights from Majak - but FFS Hamish stop guiding the man's answers with leading statements and assumptions, and let him tell his story.

[@rlm41]

God bless him

[@monsterunderyourbed1305]

LOve that guy.

[@TMoney76]

Majak - legend.

[@Bigdeano75]

You’re a beautiful man Majak and I’m glad you’re here on earth with the rest of us. ❤❤❤👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@cowann3337]

Thank you Majak

[@hayhaytube5120]

Speaks really well

[@olivergarrett]

🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@greenbane2105]

What happened to Last time I cried?

[@jasonk5251]

As someone who was a high-profile Los Angeles journalist, I totally relate to this story. Thanks Majak

[@vulturesiii6450]

Unrelated

[@richytruetothenǐggas]

how good are the blues💙💪🏽

[@TMoney76]

That’s what you got this? Jog on champ.

[@gregmacfd3]

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