On social media, Sarah Davidson - the high-flying lawyer turned podcaster, author, TV host, mentor and speaker - is a ray of sunshine, keeping her followers entertained with self-deprecating glimpses into domestic life with her husband. But, as we know life is never as glossy as it seems on Instagram - and behind the Spoonful of Sarah persona is a woman who has privately been dealing with heartbreaking loss. On this episode of Something To Talk About, the social media star reveals how she recent...
Jul 08, 2023•1 hr 2 min
It’s been 14 years since Matt Preston first made his presence felt in living rooms across the nation when he appeared as a judge on Masterchef Australia when the first episode went to air in 2009. The show was an instant and mammoth hit, and Matt (and his famous cravat) became a household name. On this episode of Something To Talk About, Matt sits down with Sarrah Le Marquand to talk about what being an overnight success really looks like, how to ‘fail’ in a public forum and of course, his deep-...
Jul 01, 2023•55 min
On this episode of the Something To Talk About podcast, Jimmy Rees joins Sarrah Le Marquand to chat about life after Giggle and Hoot, how COVID-19 gave him a second career and the high-profile hosting gig that might be in the works. Jimmy will be performing live on his 'Not That Kind of Viral Tour' this September, and you can purchase tickets here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Jun 24, 2023•46 min
Sophie Cachia has never shied away from telling her truth, no matter what era her life she is in. Four years ago, Sophie wrote a raw and unfiltered memoir that detailed the moment she realised she was attracted to women - several years (and children) into her marriage with a man. In this episode of Something To Talk About, Sarrah and Sophie talk about leaning into aging, losing followers and why she has decided that she isn't going to be so public about her personal life anymore. Sophie's new bo...
Jun 17, 2023•42 min
Maggie Beer is a celebrated chef, cookbook author, restauranteur... but in Australia, she's also a national treasure. On this episode of Something To Talk About, Sarrah is asking Maggie all the important questions: her recipe for success, why she identifies as a cook rather than a chef, and how the chef community rallies together in the wake of tragedy. You can watch Maggie Beer on MasterChef Australia on June 18, airing on Channel 10 and 10Play. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati...
Jun 10, 2023•26 min
Having broken the mould of an influencer into a million tiny pieces, Flex Mami has carved out a unique place in the Australian media landscape dialogue by simultaneously monetising her brand while encouraging her followers to think critically about the world around them. On this episode of Something To Talk About, Sarrah sits down with "professional opinion haver" Flex Mami for a characteristically engaging conversation that covers everything from Black Lives Matter and parasocial relationships,...
Jun 03, 2023•52 min
Allison Langdon is only 43 but she's already become a staple in the Australian media landscape; she’s been behind the desks of programs like 60 Minutes, The Today Show, and most recently, A Current Affair. On this episode of Something To Talk About, Sarrah and Allison talk about life in some of the biggest newsrooms in the country, how she parents amid such an all-consuming job and the frustrating nature of an industry that often pits women against each other. Parental Guidance will air from Mon...
May 28, 2023•57 min
Miranda Kerr first rose to fame at just 13 years old, when she won Dolly magazine’s model search competition in 1997. From there, she was on a path to global stardom, working with brands like Prada, Chanel, Dior... and became the only Australian model to strut the runway as a Victoria’s Secret Angel. On this episode of Something To Talk About, Sarrah and Miranda talk about turning 40, the modern family she’s built for herself and why she can’t wait for the day she gets to be a grandma. You can f...
May 20, 2023•47 min
Fifi Box is a much loved radio presenter and media personality, and today she is joining us in the studio for a characteristically candid conversation about her life as a mother-of-two and to share with us her IVF journey. On this episode of Something To Talk About, Sarrah and Fifi talk about the reality of Mothers Day, the people that make up her 'village' and why despite taking control of her own fertility, she still considers herself a hopeless romantic. You can hear Fifi every morning on Mel...
May 13, 2023•52 min
Abbie Chatfield first appeared on our screens as a contestant on The Bachelor, but in the years since has become one of the most well-known people in Australia. We've seen her take on prime-time television, radio and podcasting, and she has become a passionate voice on a range of issues including sexual wellness and mental health. On this episode of Something To Talk About, Sarrah chats to Abbie about her ADHD diagnosis, pulling back from the public eye, and what it was like to be at the centre ...
May 06, 2023•46 min
Whether making news after gracing the cover of a national magazine with her female partner or challenging the notion of what an “Australian” looks like, Maria Thattil has become one of the most eloquent and well-informed advocates in the country. On this episode of Something To Talk About, Sarrah and Maria are covering some serious ground, talking about everything from her relationship and her platform, to allyship and reproductive health. You can follow Maria on social media via her Instagram (...
Apr 29, 2023•39 min
The rise of Tony Armstrong has been nothing short of meteoric - in just under four years the former AFL player has become a fixture on ABC News Breakfast, won a Logie and broken the internet more than once. On this episode of Something To Talk About, Sarrah chats to Tony about the man behind the viral moments, the biggest offers he's turned down along the way and the reality of being an Aboriginal man on mainstream television in 2023. Tony Armstrong’s The Pool Room launches April 28 on iHeart Po...
Apr 22, 2023•46 min
Candice Warner is force to be reckoned with; a former professional ironwoman, a formidable recruit on SAS Australia 2020 and a mum-of-three juggling a radio show, a and a sports-star husband. But, as is the case all too often with powerful women in the public eye, scandal has often threatened to overshadow that long list of achievements. On this episode of Something To Talk About, Candice Warner opens up about the impact of the biggest scandal of her career, and how she found the strength to kee...
Apr 14, 2023•45 min
Samantha Armytage is back on Something to Talk About - but this time, she’s on the other side of the microphone. On this episode of the podcast, Samantha talks about her retreat from the spotlight, life in the country and her return to the big screen hosting one of Australia's most successful dating reality shows. Farmer Wants a Wife will be premiering Monday April 10, on Channel 7 and 7 Plus. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Apr 07, 2023•44 min
Dr Chris Brown joins Sarrah Le Marquand for a remarkably candid episode of Something To Talk About as he discusses whether he would ever return to being a full-time vet, the constant speculation about his romantic life and watching his beloved mother battle Alzheimer's disease. I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here premieres Sunday, 2 April at 7.30pm on 10 and 10 Play. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Apr 01, 2023•45 min
From the high-pressure television landscape of Today and Studio 10, Jessica Rowe has made a name for herself as a self-deprecating, anti-domestic goddess. On this episode of Something To Talk About, Jessica joins us in the studio for a chat about motherhood, mental health and making mistakes in the public eye… and all with a sense of a humour intact. You can purchase Jessica Rowe's new book Mum Jokes here, or catch her on The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show via the LISTNR podcast network. See omnystudio...
Mar 24, 2023•52 min
Have you ever wished you could go back to those days in the playground where you simply asked one another “Want to be friends?” Alongside author Rebecca Sparrow, real-life best friends Lise Carlaw and Sarah Wills have been exploring the complexities of friendship as adults: making them, keeping them and even breaking up with them. On this episode of Something To Talk About, the radio duo is in the studio to talk all things friendship, chatting to Sarrah about how they built their brand, being wo...
Mar 18, 2023•53 min
Dr Waleed Aly has held a prime position behind The Project desk for nearly a decade, cementing himself as a household name in mainstream Australian television and winning a Walkley and a Gold Logie to boot. Despite being a public figure, Waleed very rarely gives interviews, so the opportunity to hear some of his remarkable insight was one we couldn't pass up. On this episode of Something To Talk About, Waleed talks about some of his most controversial moments over the years and his future on the...
Mar 11, 2023•59 min
Born in Damascus, Syria and raised in Australia since the age of four, Sarah Abo's appointment as co-host of The Today Show alongside Karl Stefanovic was pinpointed as a landmark moment for representation on mainstream breakfast television. On this episode of Something To Talk About, Sarah Abo is incredibly candid about the trials and tribulations of live television, the intense scrutiny that women in mainstream media have to put up with and what she sees for the future of her career. You can ca...
Mar 04, 2023•36 min
Taryn Brumfitt rose to fame after posting a before and after photo with a difference that went viral and triggered a global movement. Taryn used her platform to educate and inform the world about self-love and body positivity. She was recently named Australian of the Year and has sparked a national conversation about body image. Although some of the commentary surrounding her award would suggest there's still some confusion about the serious nature of these issues, particularly from a few middle...
Feb 25, 2023•39 min
In a raw and honest chat, journalist and presenter Erin Molan opens up to Sarrah Le Marquand about how she's coping with the recent loss of her father. Erin also talks about the importance of female friendships and where she sees her career in the future. You can hear Erin Molan on Hughesy, Ed & Erin 6-9am weekdays on 2DayFM and 6-7pm weeknights on the Hit Network; watch her on Sky News every Friday at 5pm; and read her column in The Daily Telegraph every fortnight. See omnystudio.com/listen...
Feb 18, 2023•55 min
Author and journalist Shannon Molloy joins Sarrah this week to talk about growing up as a gay teenager in regional Queensland, his journey to fatherhood, and his new book, You Made Me This Way , which tackles the taboo subject of male sexual abuse, something he reveals he himself experienced as a young boy. Support for male survivors of child sexual abuse is available at Survivors & Mates Support Network on 1800 472 676. If you or someone you know needs help, call Lifeline on 13 11 14. You M...
Feb 11, 2023•46 min
In a revealing new sit-down with host Sarrah Le Marquand, Olympic gold medallist Jessica Fox opens up about her relationship with her boyfriend and fellow canoeist Mathieu Biazizzo (yes, they're competitive), talks about her training plans ahead of the 2024 Paris Olympics and explains how she really feels about gender equality in a male-dominated field. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Feb 04, 2023•33 min
Jason Donovan sits down with host Sarrah Le Marquand to talk about nepo babies, the big Kylie reunion, his memories of the 90s and what it was like to come home to reprise his role as Frank-N-Furter in The Rocky Horror Show which is at the Theatre Royal Sydney from February 14 and at Melbourne’s Athenaeum Theatre from May 18. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jan 28, 2023•57 min
Poh Ling Yeow catapulted into the Australian food-scape as the lovable and unflappable, runner-up on the first season of MasterChef in 2009. Since then she’s gone on to host Poh’s Kitchen on the ABC and Poh & Co on SBS and in 2020 returned to MasterChef, and is now the co-host of Snackmasters. And if that wasn’t enough, Poh’s been busy writing and her latest book What I Cook When Nobody’s Watching . As Poh says… the simpler we eat, the happier we are! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy ...
Nov 26, 2022•36 min
Nazeem Hussain is truly one of a kind....the most humble and hilarious tax accountant turned comedians you’ll ever meet. Also, as you'll hear, his mum is a boss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 19, 2022•42 min
In 1992, Andrew Morton was the bombshell writer who published to the world the truth about King Charles the Third’s affair with Camilla Parker-Bowles, in his exposè Diana: Her True Story . Three decades on and author Andrew Morton’s much respected biographies of the Royals, including that of Queen Elizabeth II are record-breaking, global best-sellers. When it comes to the inner workings of the Royals, he is well-connected - through palace insiders, private secretaries, bodyguards and beyond. See...
Nov 12, 2022•41 min
Christine Courtenay set out to write her life story but ended up getting somewhat distracted. Not procrastinating over the minutiae of memories or even getting writer's block, but realising the love of her life, her late husband Bryce Courtenay, was yet to pen his last book. What transpired is a loving tribute to the man behind some of Australia’s most beloved books. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 05, 2022•45 min
For most of us the legacy of a loved one is kept alive through much more than a memory or a photo album. It is usually through a child or children, who help carry that legacy. Imagine if you lost your partner before you’d even had the chance of having that opportunity BUT by a miracle you were able to make that happen. Ellidy Pullin lost the love of her life - Chumpy - in a tragic accident back in July 2020 - but through posthumous sperm retrieval and IVF treatment has given birth to a beautiful...
Oct 29, 2022•31 min
Brooke Blurton rose to fame on The Bachelor in 2018 before appearing on Bachelor in Paradise and The Bachelorette. But behind that beautiful smile and the full length formal gown, lay a vulnerable, inspiring and tenacious young woman, who is lending her voice to those who can’t speak up and to causes close to her heart. Brooke Blurton has just released a new book called Big Love and is ready to share her truth with the world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Oct 22, 2022•45 min
