#121: David Warner opens up on his cricket career, past controversies & being a girl dad
13 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The first cricketer to represent Australia without a first-class match to his name...David Warner ha...
#120 George Calombaris: The MasterChef's Rise, Fall & Comeback
06 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We all love a success story, but what we value even more is a comeback story.George Calombaris has m...
#119 The Unapologetic Willie Mason: From Rugby League Enforcer to Insightful Mentor
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Willie Mason has observed the NRL for over 20 years as a junior player, NRL star, veteran, commentat...
#118: The Aussie legend who ran from the North Pole to the South Pole
21 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Before there was such a thing as Nedd Brockmann, Pat Farmer was who inspired the Australian people r...
# 117 Melissa Leong: Inside The Mind of a Tasteful Intellect
14 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Melissa Leong is an independent Australian food writer, critique connoisseur, and media personality....
#116 Eric Bana: Time is the biggest flex
07 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
An Australian film getting a sequel is a rare sight, but The Dry was such a good mystery-thriller th...
#115 From BS to Brilliance: Jeff 'Morgs' Morgan's Journey from Bank Robber to Mindset Coach
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jeff 'Morgs' Morgan is a former bank robber who has become a life and mindset coach. He had a diffic...
#114 How To Master The Art Of Winning The Room
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jonathan Pease, an experienced creative and communication expert, shares practical insights from his...
#113 "You learn more on the way down" Vincent Wong On Navigating Turbulence, Rebuilding, and Inspiring Others
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Vincent Wong is a 37-year-old Chinese Australian who has faced varying degrees of adversity througho...
#112 Unveiling the Legend: Inside Wayne Bennett's Paradoxical World
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Sports journalist Andrew Webster has authored a revealing exploration of Wayne Bennett, Australia's ...
#111 REVISIT: The Untold Story of Global Sensation Kayla Itsines
03 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Disclaimer: This episode was first released on 22nd June 2023. ---Kayla Itsines is the co-founder of...
Your Top 5 Guests Of 2023
27 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thank you for the biggest year YET. Want to hear the full episode of your Top Five Guests for 2023? ...
#110 Lasting Strength: The Endurance of John Wayne Parr
20 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
John Wayne Parr, an Australian Muay Thai legend, started his martial arts career at the young age of...
#109 Vision Beyond Limits: Matt Formston's Journey from 3% Sight to Cycling World Record
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Matt Formston was diagnosed with Macular Dystrophy at age five and has since lived life with only 3%...
#108 High Stakes, High Crimes: Behind Australia's Biggest Insider Trading Saga
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Hill was once a promising Data Analyst at the Australian Bureau of Statistics. However, he bec...
#107 Abbie Chatfield: Reality Check on Business, Backlash, and Being Real
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Abbie Chatfield is an Australian media sensation known for her reality TV work, political opinion, a...
#106 Beyond Bondi: Riding Life's Tides with Andrew 'Reidy' Reid
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Bondi born and bred, Andrew ‘Reidy’ Reid is a lifeguard and TV personality, best known for savin...
#105 Spin and Grit: The GOAT Nathan Lyon Considers Cricket Future
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nathan Lyon is a renowned off-spin bowler and cricket sensation from Young, New South Wales, who has...
#105 Dilruk Jayasinha's Challenges in Breaking Self-Destructive Habits
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Australian-Sri-Lankan comedian Dilruk Jayasinha rapidly achieved his dreams in his comedic career af...
#104 Breathe Beyond Limits: The Bradley Dryburgh Story
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Born with Cystic Fibrosis, Brad Dryburgh's parents were told he would be better off with a terminal ...
#103 Trinny Woodall: From Personal Assistant To $300 million Makeup and Skincare Empire
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Trinny Woodall is a renowned makeup and skincare expert who has a massive following of women all ove...
#102 'I get a high from avoiding the threat' Rob Whittaker on his hunger to fight
18 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When Rob Whittaker reaches age 37, he is done with fighting. Rob Whittaker is a professional MMA at...
#101 Sam Mac: Weathering Work, Parenthood and The Unexpected
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sam Mac, the charismatic weatherman of Sunrise fame.Sam's journey is as captivating as his on-screen...
#100 'They were keeping skulls at the bottom of a university basement!': Marc Fennell on following your curiosity
04 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
'I love creating an environment where people feel comfortable to be identifiably authentic.'Marc Fen...
#99 Matthew Johns: Rugby League’s enigmatic entertainer
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready to dive into rugby league with the legendary Matty Johns! From premiership glory to media ...
#98 Media Mavericks Unleashed: Chris Janz & Scire – Redefining Digital News
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Janz, the Media Maverick, is a former Nine Entertainment executive turned media entrepreneur. ...
#97 The Road to a Longer and Healthier Life with Nutritionist Simon Hill
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Discover how to live a healthier and longer life in this episode featuring Simon Hill, the host and ...
#96 Rising from the Ashes: Triumph Over Poverty, Prison and Being Born Into Addiction
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Poverty, prison and being born into addiction - with all the odds stacked against him, Bradley Gimbe...
#95 Pioneering Change: The Dylan Alcott Impact
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dylan Alcott leads an impressive life, having achieved numerous accolades such as being named the 20...
#94 Beyond the Surface: Zoe Marshall's Journey Through Life's Depths
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Zoe Marshall: a wife, mother, media personality, and the host of the thought-provoking podcast, 'The...
#93 Diving into Legends: The Unveiled Story of Rugby Union Icon Dan Carter
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Step into the world of Dan Carter, a retired New Zealand rugby union player hailing from the quiet t...
#92 Mastering Mindset: Unveiling Life's Art with Mindset Coach Ben Crowe
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ben Crowe is the renowned mindset coach for Ash Barty, Dylan Alcott, Steph Gilmore and Dustin Martin...
#91 Why Chris Hemsworth's Chef is Fighting to Change Our Food Habits
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sergio Perera is a renowned chef and nutritionist whose clientele includes Chris Hemsworth, Robert D...
#90 Free Your Inner Punter with 'Hello Sport': Sport, Beers, and Banter
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you enjoy conversing with friends over drinks at a pub, it's time to crack open a beer and listen...
#89 Defying the Narrative: FriendlyJordies - Comedy, Politics, and Self-Help for the Internet Age
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Jordan Shanks, also known as FriendlyJordies, is an influential Australian comedian, political satir...
#88 Ray 'Rabs' Warren: Will 'The Voice of Rugby League' Make His Return?
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Fifty-five years of broadcasting, 45 Grand Finals & 99 State of Origins - Ray 'Rabs' Warren is '...
#87 Riding Waves, Changing Lives: The Inspiring Journey of a Record-Breaking Surfer
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Blakey Johnston is a Cronulla native and accomplished professional surfer. He garnered worldwide att...
#86 Ed Kavalee: Comedy, Discipline, and Everything In Between
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ed Kavalee is an Australian comedian, television, and radio presenter known for his quick wit and di...
#85 The Untold Story of Global Sensation Kayla Itsines
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Kayla Itsines is the co-founder of the Sweat app. Kayla Itsines has amassed an impressive following...
#84 Shadows and Laughter: Meshel Laurie's True Crime Chronicles
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Meshel Laurie is a name that has become synonymous with intelligence, wit, and compassion. With her ...
#83 Brittney Saunders: How I built an audience that wanted to see me succeed
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Believe in yourself, take risks, and achieve success. Brittney Saunders is the founder and CEO of F...
#82 Navigating Global Challenges: Bob Carr's perspectives on war and diplomacy
31 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In a world fraught with geopolitical tensions and escalating rivalries, join us as two influential m...
#81 Laura Byrne and Britt Hockley (Life Uncut): 'Sometimes you've got to give a little to gain a lot'
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Laura Byrne and Britt Hockley host one of Australia's most downloaded podcasts, Life Uncut, with mor...
#80 From Kitchen to Spotlight: The Journey of Manu and the Chef's Life
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Manu Feildel is an acclaimed chef and beloved tv personality. He shares his culinary passion and th...
#79 The Psychology of Money with Victoria Devine: Understanding your relationship with wealth
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Victoria Devine is the founder of Zella and host of one of Australia's most prominent money podcasts...
#78 Living a meaningful life with Derek Sivers: Insights on entrepreneurship, minimalism, and deep happiness
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Derek Sivers is an author of philosophy and entrepreneurship, known for his surprising quotable insi...
#77 Rejecting Convention: How to Rewrite the Rules and Succeed on Your Own Terms: James Smith
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
James Smith likes to piss off the fitness industry, making him the world's fastest-growing personal ...
#76 Power, privilege, and the struggle for accountability in modern democracies.
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
John Maitland, a former union leader and businessman, was found guilty of corruption by the Independ...
#75 Sleep Smarter, Work Better: The impact of rest on performance
12 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you getting enough sleep?Olivia Arezzolo is a sleep specialist and explores why getting enough r...
#74 Rhonda Burchmore: Entertainment royalty shares the raw highs and lows of the entertainment industry
05 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Entertainment royalty Rhonda Burchmore shares her life story, from her childhood days in a small tow...
#73 Everyday I had to execute with a tenacity that was unmatched: Former NFL player Jesse Williams
29 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Only one Australian can say he holds the NFL Superbowl title ring, and that's Jesse Williams. Born ...
#72 Performance expert explains how to manage your stress and be the best
22 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Jemma King is a Human Behaviourist specialising in Emotional Intelligence and Performance under S...
#71 Is Australia looking at Labor Full House?
15 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Current New South Wales premier Dominic Perrottet and opposition leader Chris Minns share with Mark ...
#70 Taryn Brumfitt: You're not living your full potential if you have this problem
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Life is fleeting. Don't waste it criticising how you look and feel.Taryn Brumfitt leads the Body Ima...
#69 Original Yellow Wiggle Greg Page: Statistically I shouldn't be alive right now
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Greg Page is the original Yellow group member of the mega-success band, The Wiggles.Wiggles announce...
#68 Rise of Alex Volkanovski: Australia's UFC Champion
22 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The highly anticipated showdown between Australia's UFC featherweight champion Alex Volkanovski and ...
#67 Steph Claire Smith and Laura Henshaw: Living in fear of judgement will lead to a shit life
15 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
"Everyone can make their narrative, and you can't control it."Steph Claire Smith and Laura Henshaw a...
#66 No other neurosurgeon is as polarising as Dr Charlie Teo
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dr Charlie Teo is Australia's most well-known neurosurgeon for right and wrong reasons. Since the e...
#65 Comedian Iliza Shlesinger's wit cuts deeper than a knife
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Iliza Shlesinger is an American comedian, actress, television host, executive producer, and screenwr...
#64 Fallout of Russia-Ukraine will impact your life for many years to come
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What's it like to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy?Retired Army Major General Mick Ryan ...
#63 Mark Manson: The Subtle Art of continuing to not give a fu*k
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Manson's orange book, The Subtle Art of Not Giving A F*ck continues to strike a chord with audi...
#62 Cybersecurity professional shares how cyber criminals ACTUALLY gain access to your information
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Assadi Youssef is a cybersecurity consultant working at KPMG.He helps Australian businesses improve ...
#61 Best of 2022: Finding resilience in the darkest places
04 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Resilience is a muscle that needs to be constantly exercised. When you listen to these moments, know...
#60 Best of 2022: A countdown of your top 4
28 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Reflect on your favourite Straight Talk episodes of 2022. Thanks for tuning in for a fantastic year...
#59 Nedd Brockmann is yet to find his limit after running across Australia – Part 2
21 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Nedd Brockmann returns to Straight Talk after achieving the unthinkable in 47 days – running from ...
#58 Comedy trio Sooshi Mango: sold-out arena's, ethnic dads, internet creators
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sooshi Mango is a comedy trio that consists of two brothers, Joe and Carlo Salanitri, and their best...
#57 How do you want to spend the last 10 years of your life? Neurophysiologist: Louisa Nicola
07 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Louisa Nicola is a neurophysiologist, founder and CEO of Neuroathletics.Louisa works with top perfor...
#56 Porn Star Angela White: I make very good money but I also work very hard
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Angela White is one of Australia’s most successful exports, with 9 million on Insta and countin...
#55 Matt Nable comes face-to-face with the inevitable
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Matt Nable is someone who’s given so much to Aussie entertainment through his acting, books, and i...
#54 MMA Champion on the fight for his life: Mark Hunt
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Hunt is a champion in the combat sports industry and a former UFC heavyweight who won the 2001 ...
#53 Comedian Wil Anderson: I don't have confidence but I do things anyway
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Wil Anderson is one of Australia's most successful comedians. The host of ABC's popular and long-...
#52 The art of the hustle and grind: Behind the influencer of Aussie hip-hop: Hau Latukefu
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Hau Latukefu is the influencing voice of Australian hip-hop. He has introduced Aussie audiences to ...
#51 Em Rusciano: All my life I've just wanted to be seen
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Em Rusciano is not someone you can easily define. The well-rounded performer is a comedian, enterta...
#50 Notorious underworld enforcer: 'I had a massive chip on my shoulder': Graham 'Abo' Henry
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Graham ‘Abo’ Henry has seen parts of Sydney many of us only read about. The notorious underworl...
#49 Tai 'Bam Bam' Tuivasa: 'I’ll have a crack at anything '
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tai Tuivasa is representing western Sydney on the UFC world stage.He's an Australian professional mi...
#48 The biggest controversy in contact sport is costing athletes their brain: CTE expert Chris Nowinski
05 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chris Nowinski is a neuroscientist specialising in concussions and the world's leading advocate of t...
#47 Wog Boy Nick Giannopoulos is back in town
28 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Nick Giannopoulos has been in the Australian entertainment industry for over 30 years. He has singl...
#46 The truth behind one of Australia's top cops
21 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
NSW Police Commissioner Karen Webb walks her own path. From gangland wars, fires, and floods to the...
#45 Learn to live with the enemy within: Joe Williams
14 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Joe Williams is a Wiradjuri, First Nations Aboriginal man born in Cowra and raised in Wagga, NSW, wh...
#44 Coach Graham Arnold's secret weapon for the Socceroos at the World Cup
07 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Graham Arnold is the coach of the Australian Socceroos. Arnie sat down with Mark ahead of the FIFA ...
#43 Why you’re not achieving the things you want in life: James Smith PT
31 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
James Smith likes to piss off the fitness industry, making him the world's fastest-growing personal ...
#42 Spanian: How a former criminal is now becoming a social media influencer
24 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Spanian is an unsuspecting social media influencer. The former criminal, now hip-hop artist, influe...
#41 FlexMami: Disrupting the landscape of influence and future of business
17 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Lillian Henkan is Ghanaian-Australian best known as FlexMami. The multidisciplinary millennial is di...
#40 The race to unlock the mystery of dark matter with astronomer Alan Duffy
10 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The average human body gets hit by a dark matter particle about once a minute. But what is it?Pro...
#39 Life is short so live it to its fullest with Grant "Scooter" Patterson
03 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Paralympian and all-around adrenaline junkie Grant "Scooter" Patterson wants to reach the mountain's...
#38 Russell Manser: From bank robbery, prison to surviving lifelong trauma & finding justice
27 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Russell Manser lived a life of crime and built a criminal career off robbing banks during the 80s an...
#37 Asking confronting questions: The secret to telling a good story with You Can’t Ask That’s Kirk Docker
13 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Kirk Docker –– is a producer, documentary maker show creator and the co-creator of one of the mo...
#36 If you want to achieve great things, you need to chase discomfort: Running across Aus for the Guinness world record with Nedd Brockmann – Part 1
30 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Nedd Brockmann wants to see how far he can push his body to discomfort. Too often, we avoid the unc...
#35 ARLC chairman Peter V'Landys: How to tackle high-stakes negotiation
15 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Nothing in sport happens without V'Landys.Peter V'Landys is the Australian Rugby League Commission c...
#34 Tom Tilley on how he left his hardline, tongue speaking church
01 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Religion presents a singular view of the world and asks you to believe in it. Journalism presen...
#33 Joe Hockey never lets a crisis go to waste
25 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Joe Hockey served as Australia's ambassador to the United States in the last year of President Barac...
#32 The Abdallah family find strength, freedom and peace in forgiveness
18 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
There are two sides to life. There are moments of great joy and periods of great sadness. The f...
#31 Australian democracy will determine Scott Morrison's destiny
11 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Since the last election, Australia has faced national, life-altering events such as the devastating ...
#30 The Wolf of Wall Street is hungry for crypto
04 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The Wolf of Wall Street, Jordan Belfort, likes to fly close to the sun and does everything to the ma...
#29 Tobi Pearce on life after one of Australia's most spectacular business exits
20 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most significant sales of Australian business recently is SWEAT. Adelaide entreprene...
#27 Breaking bias for the love of the game with triple code athlete Chloe Dalton
23 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Mainstream media hasn't done their job for women in sports coverage, and at times, it's pretty pathe...
#26 How the Invasion of Ukraine impacts you
09 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
War is an inherently wasteful exercise. So what has led to Putin's invasion? What will the outcome b...
#25 Finding value in who you are with Tim Olsen
23 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tim Olsen is one of Australia's most prominent art dealers, who has continued to inject energy and c...
#24 Failure is not fatal and success is not final with MMA coach John Kavanagh
09 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
John Kavanagh is one of the world's best MMA coaches and is one of the main reasons behind UFC star,...
#23 Undefeated George Kambosos Jr. is fuelled by an unwavering self-belief
26 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The boxing world witnessed one of its biggest upsets last year between the then undisputed AmericanT...