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 & YouTube . You can ...
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•1 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: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj . Hos...
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 subscribe to the newsletter here: https...
Dec 11, 2024•1 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 journey of ...
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 , Twitter & Y...
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 . You can subscribe to the newslet...
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•1 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
Chantelle Otten is an award-winning sexologist who specialises in helping individuals and couples improve their sexual health and relationships. We covered all the big topics around sex – from debunking myths to the importance of sexual health, what men often get wrong, the impacts of porn, Chantelle’s work as a sexologist and much more. This is one you don’t want to miss. Season 2 of the Audible Original Series Sex Therapy: Sessions with Chantelle Otten is out now. Listen for free at audible.co...
Oct 23, 2024•1 hr 16 min
Zara Seidler is the co-founder of The Daily Aus, Australia’s largest youth news platform, known for simplifying complex current affairs and making them digestible and suitable for younger audiences. Before committing fully to The Daily Aus, Zara gained experience in politics, lobbying, and journalism. Today, the platform has become the go-to news source for young Australians. Our conversation covered a range of topics, including the origins of The Daily Aus, generational divides, the shifting me...
Oct 16, 2024•1 hr 2 min
Fresh off their fourth NRL premiership, I had the privilege of sitting down with two of rugby league's biggest names, Nathan and Ivan Cleary, for a special episode of Straight Talk . Nathan and Ivan walk us through their incredible journey to a historic four-peat, giving us a rare, behind-the-scenes look at everything—from the wild Grand Final celebrations to their responsibility as community role models. We dive into the pressure that comes with elite coaching, how they lead with their own dist...
Oct 12, 2024•1 hr 21 min
Ben English is a seasoned journalist, currently serving as the Editor of the Daily Telegraph, one of Australia's leading newspapers. With a career spanning over three decades, he has extensive experience in the media industry, covering major national and international stories. We had an interesting conversation about the current state of Australian media, the authoritative power of search engines and social media powerhouses, the legendary Packer/Murdoch rivalry, his work relationship with Lachl...
Oct 02, 2024•1 hr 38 min
Andrew Hamilton is an Australian comedian who made a remarkable transformation from former mushroom kingpin to a rising star in the comedy scene. Andrew Hamilton thought he had life figured out: a beautiful fiancée, a successful career in PR, his popular pizza restaurant Brooklyn Crispy, two beloved dogs, and a thriving side business supplying magic mushrooms and LSD to eager Sydneysiders. But everything came crashing down one night when the police raided his Surry Hills home. After serving time...
Sep 25, 2024•1 hr 8 min
Yvonne Sampson is a leading Australian sports presenter and journalist, widely recognised for her contributions to rugby league broadcasting. In 2016, Yvonne made history as the first woman to host Channel Nine's State of Origin coverage, marking a significant achievement in Australian sports media. Her deep understanding of the game and engaging on-screen presence have garnered her immense respect and recognition in the industry. In our conversation, we discussed her childhood, her passion for ...
Sep 18, 2024•1 hr 9 min
Arthur Laundy is one of Australia’s most respected publicans and business figures. As the driving force behind Laundy Hotels, a family-owned venture, he oversees a vast portfolio of pubs, hotels, and hospitality venues across the nation. After the tragic passing of his father in 1969, Arthur, then just 28, stepped in to lead the family pub business. What started with two venues has grown into Australia’s largest privately-owned pub group, now boasting over 90 establishments—a testament to his vi...
Sep 11, 2024•1 hr 22 min
Cody Simpson is an Australian pop star, songwriter, and competitive swimmer who made the remarkable transition from a thriving music career to competing for Australia at the Commonwealth Games. At just 27, Cody Simpson has already lived an extraordinary life, achieving more than most could ever imagine. We explore his remarkable transition from music stardom to elite swimming, the dark side of LA, his relationship with Olympic champion Emma McKeon, what the future holds for him, and much more. F...
Sep 04, 2024•1 hr 32 min
Join Mark Bouris and Anthony Minichiello for a special live podcast event hosted by the Sydney Roosters Business club. Anthony Minichiello is a former professional rugby league player who captained the Sydney Roosters in the NRL, amassing 302 first-grade games. He represented both Australia and Italy on the international stage, as well as New South Wales in State of Origin. In 2005, Minichiello was hailed as the best rugby league player in the world, but with the glory came a tough battle. Disco...
Aug 28, 2024•1 hr 19 min
Nina Kennedy is an Australian pole vaulter and Olympic athlete, fresh off her gold medal win at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. In this candid conversation, we explore Nina's inspiring journey—from her early days in little athletics to drawing inspiration from Steve Hooker’s gold medal win, and ultimately rising as one of Australia’s top pole vaulting talents. We discuss the complexities of the sport, including the physical demands, the critical role of preparation, her winning mindset and the fin...
Aug 21, 2024•1 hr 9 min
Osher Günsberg is an Australian television, podcast, and radio host, best known for his roles on "The Bachelor Australia" and "Australian Idol." In this candid conversation, we explore Osher's journey—from his upbringing and struggles with mental health and addiction to his rise as an iconic TV host. We also delve into the art of relationships, maintaining good health, embracing authenticity, and finding your true contribution to the world. This episode is packed with Osher's honest insights and...
Aug 14, 2024•1 hr 13 min
Former Detective Chief Inspector Gary Jubelin is one of the country's most respected Homicide Detectives and has been credited with solving some of Australia’s more high profile, complex and horrific crimes. Gary and I had a wide-ranging conversation about his distinguished career as a police detective, the mindset required to excel in his field, the cases that still haunt him, and his controversial departure from the police force. We also discussed how his viral podcast took off, the public's f...
Aug 07, 2024•59 min
If you're Australian, you probably know Turia Pitt's story and what happened to her over a decade ago. What you might not know about Turia is her powerful mindset, which developed long before the tragedy in 2011. In this episode, we discussed her Tahitian heritage, the deep admiration she has for her mother, being a proud nerd in school and university, her drive to challenge herself and make her parents proud, and her ambitions in the mining industry. All of this was before what seems like her s...
Jul 31, 2024•1 hr 13 min
Jim Jefferies is one of Australia's all-time comedy greats; so I was truly stoked to have him in-studio for a Straight Talk episode. We talked through his childhood, early years in Australia and his rise to comedy stardom. We also discussed Trump's assassination attempt, and the current state of the United States. We laughed over untold jokes and wild Hollywood stories, talked about his decision to give up booze, and delved into his relationship with his wife and kids. And, of course, we touched...
Jul 24, 2024•1 hr 39 min
Bedros Keuilian is a well-known entrepreneur, business coach, and author, recognised for his work in the fitness industry and beyond. Bedros has an inspiring backstory as an immigrant from Armenia. His family fled the Soviet Union to the United States when he was 6-years-old. We spoke about his early life and the hardships his family faced, his love for America, and his journey into fitness. Bedros shared details about his specific training and health routine, how he built a $200 million empire,...
Jul 17, 2024•1 hr 39 min
