Angus Taylor is the Shadow Treasurer of Australia and the Federal Member for Hume. In this episode, we dig into Angus’ story - from growing up on a farm to studying economics at university, building a career across a variety of businesses, and ultimately stepping into politics. We talk about the tough economic conditions Australians are facing right now, his assessment of Labor’s economic model, and why he believes the Liberal Party is best positioned to lead the country forward. Angus also answ...
Apr 09, 2025•1 hr 25 min
Jim Chalmers is the current Treasurer of Australia, a position he has held since May 23, 2022, under the Albanese government. We spoke about the recent Trump tariffs, the ongoing impacts of the trade war, and his political experience during the 2008 Global Financial Crisis. Jim also shared his personal journey-from his childhood in Logan, QLD, to his school years, and the moment he met the mentor who changed everything. He explained why he believes Labor should remain in office and the values th...
Apr 09, 2025•1 hr 15 min
*For context, this episode was recorded on Tuesday.* Christopher Joye founded Coolabah Capital in 2011 and now leads over $15 billion in short-term fixed-interest investments as CIO. He drives strategy, pricing, and research, heads a top-tier team, and writes for The AFR as one of Australia’s leading economic minds. In this episode, we unpack his journey, the mechanics behind his $15 billion fund, and his outlook on where the economy is heading. He explains the real consequences of Trump’s tarif...
Apr 03, 2025•1 hr
Lucinda Price (aka Froomes) is a writer, broadcaster, comedian - and one of the most popular Australian voices dissecting the modern internet. Her debut book, All I Ever Wanted Was To Be Hot , is a refreshingly honest look at how pop culture, the internet and beauty standards shape the way we see ourselves. It’s funny, personal, and brutally real. In this episode, we talk about her new book, her childhood, career journey, body image, cosmetic surgery, Froomes creative process and much more....
Apr 02, 2025•58 min
Jai Opetaia is an undefeated Australian boxer, who holds the IBF cruiserweight world title. We spoke about his climb to the top, what drives him in the ring, his passions outside of boxing, the importance of family, his thoughts on Riyadh Season, and so much more. It was a real privilege to sit down with one of the most electrifying boxing prospects Australia’s ever produced. General Admission tickets for Return To Paradise OPETAIA vs SQUEO 13 May, Gold Coast exhibition centre, are on sale 12pm ...
Mar 26, 2025•46 min
Delvene Delaney is an actress and documentarian. Her documentary, Love of an Icon: The Legend of Crocodile Dundee , pays tribute to Paul Hogan and honours her late husband, John Cornell. John was not only a great friend of mine but, in my opinion, one of Australia’s greatest creative minds. His vision helped revolutionise cricket with World Series Cricket and co-create Crocodile Dundee , one of the most successful Australian films of all time. This conversation dives into Delvene’s love story wi...
Mar 19, 2025•1 hr 25 min
Skye Nicolson is an Australian professional boxer and the reigning WBC featherweight world champion, with an undefeated record and a gold medal from the 2018 Commonwealth Games. Her story is one of resilience and inspiration.Skye's family has deep roots in boxing, with her late brother Jamie Nicolson being one of Australia’s greatest boxers, winning bronze at the 1990 Commonwealth Games and competing in the 1992 Olympics. Tragically, Jamie and his younger brother Gavin lost their lives in a car ...
Mar 16, 2025•1 hr 14 min
Julia Morris is a powerhouse of Australian comedy, a celebrated TV host, and an all-around entertainer-and she's also a great mate. We had an absolutely hilarious chat about life after divorce, her career, her ADHD diagnosis, and plenty more. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram , LinkedIn , Twitter & YouTube . You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Mar 12, 2025•1 hr 24 min
Dylan Buckley is a former AFL player turned entrepreneur, founder of Clubby Sports , and host of Dyl & Friends . Through his podcast, he blends humour with deep conversations, unpacking career highs and lows, mindset, and success. With Clubby Sports , he’s redefining how athletes connect with fans and build a brand beyond the game. We got into his journey-his AFL career, how he stumbled into podcasting, and how he’s taken over the game. We talked about his childhood, the power of vulnerabili...
Mar 05, 2025•1 hr 3 min
Jeff Fenech isn’t just one of Australia’s greatest boxers—he’s one of my best mates, and a bloke I’ve got endless respect for. His story isn’t just about titles and belts; it’s about resilience, loyalty, and never backing down, whether in the ring or in life. From his early days stumbling into boxing to becoming a world champion, to now mentoring the next generation, Jeff’s always been about giving everything he’s got. Jeff has an incredible life story - one that needs to be turned into a movie....
Feb 26, 2025•1 hr 16 min
Lucy Jackson and Nikki Westcott are best friends and business partners behind the fashion label Jagger and Stone and wine brand Who is Jackson West? They also host Happy Hour with Lucy & Nikki , one of Australia’s most popular podcasts. This one’s a cracker—Lucy and Nikki bring the energy as we dive into their journey, the influencer game, the chaos of entrepreneurship, dating, and plenty more. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram , LinkedIn , Twitter & YouTube .  ...
Feb 19, 2025•54 min
Alex Pereira is the reigning UFC light heavyweight champion and a former middleweight champion, widely regarded as one of the greatest combat sports athletes of all time. I spoke with Alex at the exclusive VIP AOA Global event at the ICC Sydney Grand Ballroom, where we discussed his time in Australia, cornering Sean Strickland, the possibility of a fight against Oleksandr Usyk, his upcoming bout with Magomed Ankalaev, the meaning of Chama, his early life and journey into MMA, his legendary UFC f...
Feb 17, 2025•43 min
Bruce Buffer is best known as the iconic voice of the UFC. The legendary octagon announcer is a true gentleman, a sharp entrepreneur, and a man with one hell of a life story. From discovering his long-lost brother, Michael Buffer, to the wild early days of the UFC and unforgettable nights in Vegas- this one’s got it all. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram , LinkedIn , Twitter & YouTube . You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj . Ho...
Feb 12, 2025•54 min
Today, I had the chance to sit down with Dana White and NSW Premier Chris Minns ahead of UFC 312—an event that’s set to put Sydney on the global stage once again. Dana is one of America’s most successful entrepreneurs, taking the UFC from a struggling business into a global powerhouse. Chris, along with Destination NSW, played a key role in securing this event for Sydney, recognising the economic and cultural impact the UFC brings to the state. In this conversation, we covered everything—from th...
Feb 05, 2025•32 min
I spoke to the reigning UFC Middleweight Champion Dricus Du Plessis before his rematch this Saturday at UFC 312 in Sydney. We discussed his upcoming rematch with Sean Strickland, his journey to the top, what defines an elite champion, Alex Pereira being a cornerman for his opponent, his GOAT list, Conor McGregor, what’s next for him and much more. You can order UFC 312 live on Sunday, Feb 9, exclusively on Main Event via Kayo Sports. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram , LinkedIn , Twitt...
Feb 03, 2025•45 min
Anthony Albanese is Australia’s 31st and current Prime Minister, preparing for a crucial election year as he goes head-to-head with opposition leader Peter Dutton (who we had on the show last week). In our discussion, we delved into his upbringing, the values that shaped him, his path to leading the nation, the current state of the U.S and what makes Australia stand out on the global stage. We also tackled major issues like the cost of living, the housing crisis, and the recent surge in antisemi...
Jan 29, 2025•1 hr 11 min
It's election year in Australia, and this week I had the chance to sit down with the Leader of the Opposition - Peter Dutton. You've seen him in parliament, you've read about him in the papers, but who really is Peter Dutton? Tune in to learn about the man behind the politician, where his political ambitions came from, his take on the big issues facing Australia and why he believes he should be the next Prime Minister. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram , LinkedIn , Twitter & ...
Jan 22, 2025•1 hr 26 min
Johnny Gannon has been a leading name in the fitness industry for over 20 years, training NRL teams, professional surfers, and elite athletes. We delved into his upbringing in Maroubra, the story behind the Bra Boys, and his path to becoming a highly respected personal trainer. Johnny’s journey took him around the globe as the trainer for surf legend Taj Burrow and he’s got some powerful insights on getting your life back on track, taking charge of your health, the value of a strong community an...
Jan 15, 2025•1 hr 21 min
Peter Bol is an Australian Olympian who has represented the country in the 800 meters. He competed at the 2016 Rio Olympics, placed fourth at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, and won a silver medal at the 2022 Commonwealth Games. We had a fascinating conversation about Peter's life—from fleeing the Sudanese civil war to growing up in Toowoomba, his introduction to athletics, his journey as an elite athlete, his Olympic experiences, how he dealt with the doping scandal for which he was ultimately cleared...
Jan 08, 2025•2 hr 31 min
Straight Talk reached new heights in 2024. Thanks to everyone who listened, my team and I are incredibly grateful for your support. Here are some of last year's standout moments. Please comment which episodes were your favourites and who you want on the podcast next year. 00:00-11:45 (Nick Kyrgios) 11:47- 24:48 (Jim Jefferies) 24:52-35:49 (Chantelle Otten) 35:51- 49:23 (David Warner) 49:27 - 55:51 (Nina Kennedy) Listen to the full podcast via the links below, #128 Nick Kyrgios #140 Jim Jefferies...
Jan 01, 2025•56 min
Straight Talk reached new heights in 2024. Thanks to everyone who listened, my team and I are incredibly grateful for your support. Here are some of the year's standout moments. Please comment which episodes were your favourites and who you want on the podcast next year. 00:00-14:31 (Eric Bana) 14:33- 31:24 (Ben Fordham) 31:26 - 47:12 (Mia Freedman) 47:16- 1:05:50 (Nathan & Ivan Cleary) 1:05:53- 1:19:46 (Robert Kiyosaki) Listen to the full podcast via the links below, #116 Eric Bana #66 Ben ...
Dec 25, 2024•1 hr 20 min
Neil Perry is one of Australia’s most celebrated chefs and restaurateurs, with a career spanning over four decades that has shaped the landscape of Australian dining. We had a wide-ranging conversation about his upbringing, his rise to prominence in the culinary world, his approach to parenting, what sets his restaurants and venues apart, and so much more. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram , LinkedIn , Twitter & YouTube . You can subscribe to the newsletter here:...
Dec 18, 2024•1 hr 13 min
I couldn’t think of a better time to drop this than in Ray’s final week of his 43-year career in full-time radio. We reflected on his childhood, where the origins of his ambition came from and how he got his start in radio. We also delved into Ray’s incredible career, his competitors in the industry, classic rugby league stories, his fiery exchanges with politicians and much more. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram , LinkedIn , Twitter & YouTube . You can su...
Dec 11, 2024•2 hr 39 min
Harry Triguboff is one of Australia’s most iconic entrepreneurs. His journey is truly remarkable, being born in China, and arriving in Australia as a teenager to live without his parents. From there, he built Meriton into the nation’s largest property development company and became a self-made billionaire. High-Rise Harry doesn’t hold back. He shares his unfiltered views on Australia’s political climate, takes on the housing crisis, and offers priceless insights into what it takes to succeed. Ha...
Dec 04, 2024•1 hr 27 min
Mia Freedman is the co-founder and Chief Creative Officer of Mamamia, Australia’s largest women’s media company. Mamamia engages over 6.5 million women monthly and hosts the world’s largest women’s podcast network, with 173 million listens across 46 shows. Mia is an author of 4 books and was the youngest ever editor of Cosmopolitan magazine at 25-years-old. We had an open and honest conversation about our experiences of being parents and grandparents, Mia’s early career in media, the...
Nov 27, 2024•1 hr 23 min
Cameron Smith is an Aussie golf superstar, best known for his 2022 Open Championship victory at St. Andrews and now making waves as the leader of the Ripper GC team following his switch to LIV Golf. We spoke about his early days growing up in Brisbane, the influence his parents had on shaping his career, the evolution of his golf game, the big move to LIV, leading the Ripper GC team, future ambitions, his recent marriage and much more. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram , LinkedIn , Twi...
Nov 20, 2024•1 hr 10 min
Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii is Australia’s latest and biggest Rugby Union signing. At just 21, he’s already played over three seasons with the Sydney Roosters before making the high-profile switch back to rugby. In this episode, we dive into Joseph’s life story, his journey through the NRL, his infamous Origin game, the much-debated move to rugby union, his ambitions with the Wallabies, and much more. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram , LinkedIn , Twitter & YouTube . Y...
Nov 13, 2024•1 hr 11 min
Rocky Elsom is a former Wallabies captain with 70 international caps to his name. Rocky was handed a five-year prison sentence by a French court in October 2024 on charges of forgery and misusing funds during his time as president with French Rugby Union club Narbonne. This conviction triggered an international arrest warrant, but Rocky, who strongly denies these allegations, remains on the run, claiming he never got the fair shake to defend himself and plans to appeal. I spoke with Rocky while ...
Nov 09, 2024•1 hr 7 min
Joe Aston is an influential Australian journalist, widely recognised as the editor and writer behind the Financial Review's "Rear Window" column for 12 years. Joe’s latest book, The Chairman’s Lounge, has sparked a media storm, and we dived into why he thinks Qantas “sold us out.” We talked about his relentless dedication to journalism and took a closer look at the man behind the stories. Don't miss this one. Purchase Joe's new book, The Chairman's Lounge, here : https://www.simonandschuster.com...
Nov 06, 2024•2 hr 33 min
Joe Hockey is a distinguished Australian politician, diplomat, and businessman, best known for serving as Treasurer from 2013 to 2015 under Prime Minister Tony Abbott. Following his time in Canberra, he represented Australia as Ambassador to the United States from 2016 to 2020. Today, he is the founder of Bondi Partners, an advisory and investment firm operating at the pivotal intersection of policy, politics, and the private sector. We dived into next week's U.S. election, his one-on-one experi...
Oct 30, 2024•1 hr 3 min
