Published August 2026
Podcast: Donkey, Grassmen's Gareth Gault, on weight loss and wellbeing
Go BackFrom the outside, Gareth Gault, better known to thousands as "Donkey" from Grassmen, is known for his larger-than-life personality, infectious humour and passion for agriculture.
Behind the scenes, Gareth has been on a remarkable personal journey.
In this lively and thought-provoking episode of the Blether Together Podcast, Gareth joins Farmstrong Scotland Producer Dave Howard to talk about losing more than 11 stone, training for his first half marathon, learning to ask for support and why looking after your wellbeing is every bit as important as looking after your business.
The conversation explores the reality of life on the road, balancing work, health and family, and how small daily habits have helped him bounce back when life throws challenges his way.
Whether you're a farmer, crofter or simply someone trying to make positive changes in your own life, Gareth's story is full of humour, character and practical encouragement.
A conversation about making positive changes
Gareth talks about recognising when something needs to change, asking for help, building routines that work for him and accepting that everyone experiences difficult days.
He speaks openly about the moments when he has struggled, the role exercise plays in supporting his wellbeing and why having a small number of trusted people around him helps him navigate life’s inevitable “speed wobbles”.
His message is simple: nobody has to do everything on their own
