Turia Pitt is at her most open in this episode, and for someone who is usually very open, that is saying something! It’s been ten years since Turia, while running in an ultra marathon in the Kimberleys, became caught in an out-of-control grassfire. Open for discussion is a life suddenly thrust into the public eye, the beauty of ageing, did she see the light while on the operating table? her reaction to last year's bushfires in the region she lives in, and in her own unique words - "how f**king c...
Aug 28, 2021•43 min
In a career that has covered Two Hands, Puberty Blues and the fantastic Wentworth, Susie Porter has made her mark in Film and TV. In this episode she discusses her start at NIDA, career highs, career lows, being the voice of Best & Less when an income was very important, embarrassing sex scenes....and later in the episode Sam and Susie enjoy some common ground on having hubbys that really don't care about the media circus. Episode notes - You can find Susie on Insta: @_susieporter_ Wentworth...
Aug 21, 2021•46 min
In this episode we've decided to go back to basics on what we know, what we don't know, the new normal and our path out of the COVID-19 pandemic. Professor Peter Collignon has no doubt already been on your screens and in your ears in some capacity over the past 18 months. We believe as an infectious disease physician and microbiologist at the Canberra Hospital, as a professor at ANU and as someone with a unique ability to articulate sometimes complex information clearly, he is the ideal person t...
Aug 14, 2021•59 min
From quarantine at a defence base in Darwin, Mack Horton reflects on the Tokyo Olympics. Sam and Mack discuss the differences in his Rio and Tokyo experiences, his personal disappointment with Bronze in the pool, the interesting possibility in coming up against Sun Yang again in Paris, and a fun guessing game is played - can you guess how many COVID tests Mack has had during the Olympics? (it's a lot) Episode notes - Mack's insta: @mackhorton He tweets: @_mackhorton He has his own website too: w...
Aug 10, 2021•35 min
At the age of just 35 Emily Tindal was diagnosed with stage 4 bowel cancer, that cancer has spread to her lymph nodes, lungs, liver and bones. Emily and her husband Sam have three wonderful daughters, 7 year old Clara, 5 year old Rose and newbie Eleni, please take the time to listen to her story. Episode notes - Contact the National Bowel Cancer Screening Program on 1800 627 701 or go to health.gov.au and search national bowel cancer screening program Find Emily's Go Fund Me page by going to gof...
Aug 07, 2021•43 min
As the first week of the Tokyo Olympics starts to wrap it's a great time to catch-up with ex-Olympian and Olympic commentator Giaan Rooney. In this episode Giaan discusses her retirement from the pool at the tender age of 23, her thoughts on the work Swimming Australia has done to turn things around, THAT disqualification is discussed as is Giaan's thoughts on being a working mum...and later in the episode Giaan talks about how her hubby and two kids have made an amazing sea change to a Macadami...
Jul 31, 2021•48 min
As the Tokyo Olympics kick off we continue our catch-ups with some of our Olympic greats. In this episode Libby Trickett talks about that time Mack Horton threw Sun Yang the ultimate shade, her reflections on London 2012, a theme through Liesel Jones' episode echoes through this episode as Libby opens up on the feeling of never being enough, and, ultimately, is she missing being in the pool at this Olympics? Also, if you're not across Libby's insta, there's a big chat about 'bush wee.' You're we...
Jul 24, 2021•48 min
Ahead of the Tokyo Olympics it's the perfect time to catch-up with one of our great Olympians. In this very open and honest episode Liesel discusses the pressures our elite swimmers face when in the pool and also after retirement....the challenges she had with body image, depression and the dramas in the camp at the 2012 Olympics. Later in the episode Liesel also addresses the comment from Dawn Fraser made about her being a "spoilt brat" and her thoughts on Brissie hosting the Olympics. Episode ...
Jul 17, 2021•57 min
Dr Cohen is a psychiatrist and Deputy Commissioner for the NSW Mental Health Commission, and has one of the most brilliant minds. During the recent spate of lockdowns around the country we've seen an increase in what is called pandemic fatigue, which includes increased levels of anxiety, depression and chronic health conditions, Dr Cohen discusses his thoughts on changes we can focus on including exercise, social connection, structure and sleep which can help with pandemic fatigue. Dr Cohen also...
Jul 10, 2021•40 min
With the Olympics almost upon us we'll be featuring some experts and Olympians past, present and future in the upcoming weeks. In this episode broadcasting legend HG Nelson dials in from lockdown to preview what he expects from Tokyo. Also, Sam and HG talk COVID vaccines, revisit 'The Dream,' and touch on why HG thinks we Aussies should be proud of our OECD position. Episode notes - You can find Sam's second favourite podcast Bludging On The Blindside by searching for it wherever you get your po...
Jul 03, 2021•45 min
Daniel Morcombe was abducted and murdered in the Sunshine Coast in 2003 when he was 13. Daniel's parents Bruce and Denise Morcombe have continued his legacy through The Daniel Morcombe Foundation, which was established to make Australia a safer place for children. In this episode Bruce and Denise open up about the strain of that loss on their marriage, the challenges around State and Federal definitions and funding, their thoughts on forgiveness vs revenge. Later in the episode Bruce spins a gre...
Jun 26, 2021•1 hr
Gus Worland is an award winning TV and radio broadcaster, and the founder of Gotcha4Life, a not-for-profit foundation established due to the alarming statistics surrounding suicide in Australia, with eight people taking their life every day. In this episode Sam and Gus talk through the positive and negative influences of a 'blokey' culture, Aussie male stereotypes, and Gus opens up on how a suicide has deeply effected his life. In the second half of this episode Sam asks Gus to talk about his fr...
Jun 19, 2021•1 hr 2 min
Sophie Delezio first came to public attention in 2003 when she was badly burned after a car crashed into her day care centre. She was then involved in a second serious car accident in 2006. In this episode Sophie talks to Sam about her blossoming new career as a journalist, living in London through COVID, turning 20 and the enduring relationships she formed after her accidents. Episode notes - Get Sophie on the socials: @soph.delezio Sophie's BODY + Soul article with Lauren Huxley (soz for the l...
Jun 12, 2021•38 min
On the eve of his 50th birthday, it's part 2 of our special with Kyle Sandilands. In this episode Kyle discusses what he's got planned for the big day, it may involve the biggest boat on Sydney Harbour and a solid gold toilet. Kyle also talks about the very unique way he deals with paps and any of his entourage leaking stories, and is he planning on returning to TV anytime soon? All will be revealed.... Episode notes - Find out more about The Kyle and Jackie O show here: kiis1065.com.au/shows/ky...
Jun 08, 2021•40 min
His Sydney breakfast radio show is at it's most popular, and just before he celebrates his 50th birthday, is there a better time to talk to Kyle Sandilands? In Part 1 of this two part special Kyle talks about wokefolk, his friendship with John Ibrahim (who also makes a cameo appearance), his time on the streets of Brisbane before working up through Townsville and Mackay....and of course with Kyle being Kyle he flips things around and you'll hear a few curly questions go Sam's way about Mr Lavend...
Jun 05, 2021•43 min
On the eve of Fashion Week who better to catch-up with than the legend that is Camilla Franks. Sam and Camilla talk about everything from dressing Oprah, Carla Zampatti's funeral, which wines they're into at the moment, Camilla opens up about the challenges of IVF and her devastating brush with cancer. Also, going toe to toe with The Veronicas on Celebrity Apprentice had to be discussed didn't it? Episode notes - Get your Camilla fix: https://au.camilla.com/ And on the insta: @camillawithlove Yo...
May 29, 2021•59 min
11 women have been killed at the hands of their spouse or domestic partner so far in 2021. 55 women were killed at the hands of their spouse or domestic partner in 2020. Domestic & Family Violence is the leading preventable cause of death and injury for women between the ages of 15-44. One woman is killed every nine days by their spouse or domestic partner in Australia. 10 women a day are hospitalised for assault injuries at the hands of a spouse or domestic partner. Every night more than 56...
May 22, 2021•1 hr
In this episode Tommy Berry opens up about the sudden and tragic loss of his twin brother at the age of 23, Tommy and Sam talk about his idyllic upbringing in the lap of horses, living the rural life (with four kids!) in Dural, his thoughts on the Melbourne Cup and Tommy tells a great yarn about starting out working with Gai Waterhouse #toughasnails Episode notes - Tommy tweets: @TommyBerry21 You can read more about Norse Syndrome here: https://rarediseases.info.nih.gov/diseases/12244/new-onset-...
May 15, 2021•49 min
In an emotional and honest episode Sam opens up about her first Mother's Day without her mum Libby, who passed in November of last year at the age of 68. Clinical Psychologist Dr Sarah Hughes and Sam discuss themes of loss, celebration, grief and also touch on the feelings of people who don't have a relationship with their mother, or are looking to become a mother. Ultimately, Happy Mother's Day to everyone listening. Episode notes - You can read more from Dr Sarah Hughes here: https://www.drsar...
May 08, 2021•41 min
Gary Jubelin is very much the modern Australian hero. In this episode Gary opens up about the public support he received after charges were laid against him by the NSW Police, how a young delinquent teenager became one of Australia's most revered cops, the Bowraville murders and he answers the question posed by Sam: 'do you know who killed William Tyrrell?' Episode notes - Season 3 of Gary's podcast I Catch Killers is being released through https://www.icatchkillers.com.au You can find Gary's bo...
May 01, 2021•1 hr 6 min
It seems fitting that given all of the royal news at the moment the guest on this episode is someone who has been front and centre at a royal wedding. Many listeners will know Amber Petty as Princess Mary's bridesmaid, but there is so much more to the person behind the headlines. Sam and Amber discuss the impact of losing parents, the lows associated with being trapped in a toxic relationship, the importance of self-esteem and the mental health issues linked to loneliness. Episode notes - You ca...
Apr 24, 2021•44 min
Paul Murray is someone who is not shy when it comes to offering an opinion. In this episode he and Sam talk about the recent controversy surrounding Magda Szubanski and Jenny Morrison, Christine Holgate's comments on the Prime Minister, the phenomenon of mediocre blokes, Paul's strong connection to regional Australia, how politics played out in the COVID pandemic and towards the end of this episode Paul opens up about the loss of his son Leo. Episode notes - You can watch Paul on Sky News Austra...
Apr 17, 2021•54 min
Kate Ellis is a former Australian politician who represented the Division of Adelaide for the Labor Party from 2004 - 2019. In this episode Sam and Kate discuss in depth the toxic culture in Parliament House, how she dealt with the constant rumours about her private life whilst in office, the dangers of warfare politics, Brittany Higgins and Kate opens up about the challenges she sees in raising two young boys. Episode notes - You can read more about Kate Ellis here: https://www.aph.gov.au/Senat...
Apr 10, 2021•44 min
Madonna King is a journalist, author and media commentator. In this episode Sam and Madonna talk about many themes that are of the moment. Teenage anxiety, consent and the dangers of demonising young men are discussed in depth, they applaud young women such as Brittany Higgins for speaking out and later in the episode Madonna discusses her work on domestic violence particularly around the death of Hannah Clarke and her three children. Episode notes - You can read more about Madonna King here: ht...
Apr 06, 2021•38 min
Pastor Jon Owen is the CEO of the Wayside Chapel in Sydney's Kings Cross area. In this episode for the Easter weekend Sam and Jon talk about his experiences growing up in Australia after emigrating from Malaysia, his time spent working in the slums of India, and a wonderful life dedicated to helping people. Themes of loneliness, isolation and grief are touched on - but ultimately is it true that all we need is love? Episode notes - You can read about Pastor Jon and The Wayside Chapel here: https...
Apr 03, 2021•1 hr
With the AFL and NRL back in full swing, in this episode Sam catches up with a legend of the NRL, Steve 'Blocker' Roach. Blocker was the country's leading prop during the late 1980s, playing 185 games for Balmain over 11 years, he ran out for Australia, and was an original Blues enforcer for State of Origin. Blocker has a fascinating life off the field, he's open about needing to see a psychiatrist after retirement, the damage done after many concussions, he has a wonderful marriage, three amazi...
Mar 27, 2021•36 min
Sunrise weatherman Sam Mac joins Sam on this episode. Lots of topics covered as two good friends catch-up, the guys discuss how often they've been declared a love item in the press, how good tiger mums are when you need someone to police those trolls, the challenges of being in a relationship and then having a relationship break up in the public eye, Sam M's amazing band with Dr Chris Brown, and the importance of his role as an RUOK? ambassador. Episode notes - Learn more about RUOK? here: https...
Mar 20, 2021•1 hr 6 min
Australian of the Year Grace Tame joins Sam in this episode. In a wide ranging interview Grace opens up on the responsibility she feels toward other survivors of childhood sexual abuse, and describes how her abuser manipulated her into hating her own womanhood, and the ongoing effects of that. Grace also shares the news on the work she's beginning with Los Angeles Human Trafficking Task Force. In a fun moment towards the end of this episode Grace describes how she very much spoke 'at' the Prime ...
Mar 13, 2021•32 min
In this very timely episode former Minister for Foreign Affairs and deputy leader of the Liberal Party Julie Bishop is Sam's guest. In the first half of this episode Sam and Julie discuss the recent events that have made headlines from Canberra, #metoo, Julie's thoughts on the need for independent counselling at Parliament House, Julie responds to the rumours that her leadership bid was blocked by the "BSDs," her work for justice for the families of MH17 and her time spent with Andrew Chan and M...
Mar 06, 2021•1 hr 1 min
In this episode Hugh Sheridan opens up about what it is to be Australia's favourite son, his time as Rosa The Cleaning Lady just as Rafters was blowing up, coming out (sort of twice), his relationship with his Tik Tok star/billionaire banker boyfriend, his feelings around the cancellation of Hedwig and The Angry Inch and make sure you listen through to the end for a great Liz Taylor story! Episode notes - You can find more information on Hugh's show called Hughman at the Adelaide Fridge at this ...
Feb 27, 2021•50 min
