Sarah Konoski

You broke up in 2002, but you reformed a bunch of times, including for this huge world tour in 2017.

Out of all of the thousands of gigs you guys have done together, Rob, is there one that really stands out for you?

Why was your mum so important over the years of your touring?

How did she help keep you going on those tours?

And she used to write to you on tour?

Were you aware when you were growing up that she was struggling with depression?

What did it mean for her relationship with your dad?

So did that mean he was harsh with your mum or judgmental about her illness?

Did you and your mum talk openly about that struggle with mental health?

What was her funeral like, Rob?

No!

We started, Rob, by you talking about walking around Sydney and the powerful owls you see there.

Are there other parts of the bush that are important to you now?

I might change my name to John so I can come along.

Rob Hurst, thanks so much for being my guest on Conversations.

Rob Hurst's latest EP is called Powerful Owls.

All the details on our website, abc.net.au slash conversations.

I'm Sarah Konoski.

Thanks for listening.