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Straight Talk with Mark Bouris

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Too often, we avoid real conversations. Entrepreneur Mark Bouris sits down and gets to know people, understands what makes them tick, and shares the great and unusual things they’re doing. There’s no sugar coating. There’s no hiding behind fancy marketing slogans. Just an honest conversation.

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#148 Yvonne Sampson: Pioneering the future of women...

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2024/09/18

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 rugby

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1:22:14

#147 Arthur Laundy’s Rise: The Man Behind Australia’s...

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2024/09/11

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 vision

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1:31:42

#146 Cody Simpson: 'Swimming Saved My Life' – From...

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2024/09/04

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.Follow

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1:18:33

#145 Anthony Minichiello: Sydney Roosters legend on...

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2024/08/28

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. Discover

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1:09:07

#144 Going for Gold: How Nina Kennedy Soared to...

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2024/08/21

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

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1:13:13

#143 Osher Günsberg: Finding your true contribution...

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2024/08/14

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

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#142 Gary Jubelin: Inside the Mind of Australia's...

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2024/08/07

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

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1:12:53

#141 Turia Pitt's Unbreakable Mindset: Inspiring...

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2024/07/31

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 second

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1:39:15

#140 Jim Jefferies: Australia's Top Comedy Export on...

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2024/07/24

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 on

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1:38:30

#139 Bedros Keuilian opens up on his Rags to Riches...

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2024/07/17

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, and

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1:24:56

#138 James Magnussen: How the Australian Olympian...

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2024/07/10

James Magnussen is gearing up for a new kind of swimming competition—one that's like the Olympics but with a major twist; no drug testing.In this episode, we dive deep into the concept of the Enhanced Games. James breaks down how he joined the controversial competition and all the aspects involved in the Enhanced Games. We also discuss his time competing in the Olympics and the shocking statistics about PED use in the Olympics. Tune in as we explore how the Enhanced Games could transform competitive

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#137 Heston Russell: The Truth Behind Modern Warfare...

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2024/07/03

Heston Russell is a former Australian Special Forces Major with over 10,000 hours of leadership in combat operations in the Middle East.After over a decade of combat leadership, including taking the fight to ISIS, Heston Russell was proud to serve his country. Yet, he felt deeply abandoned when the ABC falsely accused his platoon of war crimes. Make sure to tune in, as the Aussie veteran offers a raw and honest insight into the complexities of modern warfare.Follow Mark Bouris onInstagram,LinkedIn,

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1:03:57

#136: Can Australian Rugby Union Be Saved? An...

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2024/06/26

We see all the headlines and outrage regarding Australain Rugby Union, and to be honest, I’m a bit bored with all the media antics. I want to understand the real intricacies of what created this mess.I sat down with Stephen Hoiles, a former Wallaby, grassroots rugby coach for Randwick, and TV analyst, who knows the current state of rugby inside and out. Drawing from his experience as a player, coach, and fan, Stephen provided an honest and interesting perspective on the numerous problems facing

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#135 Ryan Holiday: Make Philosophy Great Again

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2024/06/19

These days, digging into real philosophy and virtues feels like a lost art.It was cool to bounce ideas withRyan Holiday,a prolific writer who’s breathed new life into stoicism and modern philosophy.Ryan’s bestsellers like ‘Ego is the Enemy’ and ‘The Obstacle Is The Way’ have sold over four million copies and dominated bestseller lists for more than 200 weeks.We spoke about his life in Texas, how Ryan became so passionate about stoicism, what his learnt from Marcus Aurelius, the problem with today's

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1:05:40

#134 Matildas Superstar Caitlin Foord: World Cup...

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2024/06/12

The Matildas are absolute superstars in Australia right now, and they’ve earned every bit of that title.It was a great thrill chatting with Matildas star Caitlin Foord, and learning about her mindset and life story before she heads off to the 2024 Paris Olympics. Trust me, you don’t want to miss this one!We had a great chat about Caitlin's journey from Shellharbour to becoming a football superstar. She shared how her passion for rugby league, as a big Manly fan, shaped her fierce style on the pitch

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1:18:30

#133 Josh Szeps: The Funniest Intellectual Down Under

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2024/06/05

Josh Szeps is an Australian-born broadcaster, writer, and commentator known for his work in media and journalism. Josh's curiosity and intellect has seen him interview some of the biggest names in comedy, journalism and politics. Like many working in the media today, he’s dealt with the consequences of discussing controversial issues and agendas.It was awesome to hear Josh’s unique perspective on the battle surrounding free speech, modern day movements, his departure from the ABC, how the hell his

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1:32:10

#132 Rick Grossman Unfiltered: The Realities of the...

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2024/05/29

Rick Grossman is an Australian rock musician renowned for his role as the bass guitarist for two iconic Australian bands, Divinyls and Hoodoo Gurus.Rick's rockstar journey has seen incredible highs and challenging lows. He shot to international fame with the Divinyls but faced a tough battle with heroin addiction, which led to his departure from the band in 1987. After a long and hard-fought recovery, Rick made a remarkable comeback with the Hoodoo Gurus, with whom he continues to tour with today.In

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1:06:27

#131 Perfectly Imperfect: Inside the chaotic &...

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2024/05/22

Millie Ford is one of the fastest-rising creatives in Australia. Having amassed over 1.7 million followers online with her uncanny portrayal of everyday teachers, parents and shop assistants. Millie has also appeared on Home And Away and has recently made her musical debut, collaborating with Hellcat Speedracer on the summer anthem Lovestruck.We had an honest conversation on mental health, finding comedy in chaos, her creative process, the delusion of social media, modern dating and much more.Follow

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1:12:59

#130 Stab Mag's Sam McIntosh: Riding the waves of change

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2024/05/15

As a kid from Punchbowl, I wasn’t your typical surfer, but I still became mad obsessed with the sport.One of my fondest childhood memories was heading to my local news agency to pick up a surf magazine. Surf media has evolved significantly since those days, far beyond those paper magazines.It was great chatting with the co-founder of Stab Mag Sam McIntosh to dive deeper into the surfing world.We discussed his family's impactful move from inland to the coast during his youth, his beginnings working

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1:37:13

#129 Ben Fordham: A candid conversation with...

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2024/05/08

Apart of my morning routine is getting into my car and tuning into Ben Fordham on 2GB.It was great to finally sit down and chat with one of Australia’s leading voices on the radio.We covered a wide range of topics including Ben's family dynamics and insights from growing up with his father, John, a legendary talent manager, and his mother, Veronica. We also spoke about how the fear of failure motivates him, his early days in the radio industry, his process when interviewing prominent figures such as

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