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Straight Talk with Mark Bouris

Mentored.com.au

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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40:02

#229 Elvis Smylie: Australia’s Next Golf Superstar on...

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2026/02/18

At just 23 years old, Elvis Smylie is already making serious noise in world golf. Fresh off a breakthrough win and a multi-million dollar payday, Australia’s most exciting young golf prospect sits down to unpack the mindset behind his rapid rise. Elvis opens up about the independence required in golf, the pressure of performing on global stages, and why ownership of your career matters more than talent alone. We also dive into:• The psychology of elite performance• The role of his

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70:40

#228 Chris Kohler: How Companies Trick You & how...

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2026/02/11

Chris Kohler is a 35 year old Australian financial journalist, author, and content creator, currently serving as Finance Editor across the 9News network. As one of the most recognisable faces in Australian business reporting, he is known for making complex economic issues clear and accessible to everyday Australians. In this episode, we cover: • His journey into journalism and rise within financial media • Building a strong social media presence and developing a well known alter ego•

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70:04

#227 Anthony Mundine: The Most Controversial...

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2026/02/04

Anthony Mundine is one of the most talked about and polarising figures in Australian sporting history. Known as The Man or Choc, Mundine’s career spans elite rugby league, world title boxing, music and outspoken views on politics, health, and culture. Few athletes have crossed as many boundaries or challenged as many institutions while staying true to themselves. In this conversation, Mundine reflects on growing up in a famous fighting family, the pressure that came with legacy, the mindset

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63:17

#226: The Business of the UFC | Inside the Fight Game...

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2026/01/29

Just in time for the UFC in Sydney, one of the most iconic fighter managers, Tim Simpson, joins us for a deep dive into the business of the fight game. We get into how Tim became one of the most prominent managers in the sport, what it really takes to be smart in this game, the new broadcast deal, what fighters actually go through, some wild behind-the-scenes stories, the White House card, and much more. Join my exclusive Mentored+ community:https://mentored.com.au/become-a-member/ Claim $500

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78:08

#225 Big Chocky: Australia’s New Controversial Voice...

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2026/01/21

Chris Katelaris, known online as Big Chocky, brings a perspective you don’t hear often.Adopted from Colombia at just two months old by a Greek-Cypriot Australian family, Chris has a deep love for Australia and grew up navigating questions of identity, belonging, and purpose. That lived experience now sits at the centre of why his content is striking a nerve with so many Australians.In this conversation, we cover:- Growing up adopted and the search for identity- Personal setbacks and the

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80:53

““It’s Been Kept from the Public”: TV Journalist Ross...

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2026/01/14

Ross Coulthart is one of Australia’s most prominent investigative journalists, known most recently for his fearless reporting on unexplained aerial phenomena (UAPs) or UFOs. He joins the podcast to discuss his career uncovering hard truths, the role of curiosity in journalism, declining trust in governments and media, and his deep investigations into UAPs, military encounters with unidentified objects, government secrecy, non-human intelligence, consciousness, and the growing intersection

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54:07

#223 Cooking Up Change: Shiza Shahid on Non-Toxic...

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2026/01/07

Shiza Shahid is an entrepreneur, investor, and social activist dedicated to advancing girls’ education and women’s rights. Shiza co-founded the Malala Fund in 2013 alongside Malala Yousafzai, helping build a global movement for girls’ education while navigating complex political and cultural realities. She later co-founded Our Place, a modern kitchenware brand focused on connection, culture, and home cooking. In this conversation, we explore Shiza’s journey from activism to

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71:54

BEST MOMENTS OF STRAIGHT TALK 2025 (PART 2)

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2025/12/28

So thankful to speak to all these legends this year. There were so many great Straight Talk episodes .Who would you love to see on next year? Check out some highlights and let me know which was your favourite in the comments! 0:00:00 Greg Norman00:16:02 Andy Cooks00:30:03 Tony Abbott00:42:18 Matt Ford & Jack Steele (Inspired Unemployed)00:50:21 Michelle Payne01:03:30 John LawsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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72:04

BEST MOMENTS OF STRAIGHT TALK 2025 (Part 1)

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2025/12/21

So thankful to speak to all these legends this year. There were so many great Straight Talk episodes. Who would you love to see on next year? Check out some highlights and let me know which was your favourite in the comments! 00:00:00 — John Howard00:16:09 — Dana White & Premier Minns00:23:54 — Prime Minister Anthony Albanese 00:34:03 — Delvene Delaney 00:44:00 — Mick Fanning00:56:59 — Ricky PontingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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64:02

#222 Richard de Crespigny: The Pilot Who Saved 440...

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2025/12/17

Richard de Crespigny is the former Qantas A380 captain who was pilot-in-command of Qantas Flight 32, which suffered a catastrophic uncontained engine failure shortly after take-off from Singapore in 2010 with 440 people on board. In this episode, Richard takes us inside the cockpit to explain how leadership, teamwork and disciplined decision-making prevented disaster when the aircraft experienced cascading system failures. Beyond aviation, he shares powerful lessons on risk, resilience and leading

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82:54

#221: Greg Norman on LIV Golf, disruption, playing...

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2025/12/12

Greg Norman changed the game of professional golf forever, both on and off the course. Greg is Australia’s most iconic golfer, who has disrupted the game of golf with LIV. Greg was world No.1 for 331 weeks through the 80s and 90s, and used his nickname to create the Shark brand, which has gone on to become an extremely lucrative global business. We spoke about:• Disrupting golf forever with LIV• Why he started LIV• His early life, mindset & becoming a businessman• What

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82:45

#220 Wyatt Roy: Australia’s Youngest Ever MP on Saudi...

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2025/12/10

Wyatt Roy might not be a household name like our famous sportspeople, politicians or actors, but he is a young Australian playing a major role in one of the most innovative projects of our time. Wyatt is Australia’s youngest ever federal MP and was a key leader driving innovation inside Saudi Arabia’s NEOM project, one of the most ambitious city building visions in modern history. In this episode, Wyatt breaks down what is really happening inside Saudi Arabia’s economic

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61:32

#219 Larry Emdur: 40 Years in TV, Staying Relevant &...

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2025/12/03

Larry Emdur has been a household name and TV icon in Australia for decades. In this conversation, Larry talks about growing up in Bondi, breaking into television, and the highs and lows that shaped his career. He opens up about what it takes to stay at the top of the media game, the importance of connecting with an audience, and why he still loves getting up early for the morning show. We also dive into his family, some great stories, his latest venture the Ben Buckler Whisky, the business lessons

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84:44

#218: Ricky Ponting on the Ashes, Pat Cummins, Indian...

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2025/11/27

Ricky Ponting is a 50-year-old Australian cricket legend, former national captain, coach, commentator, and one of the most accomplished batsmen in the history of the sport. It was awesome to get him in here just in time for the Ashes period. We spoke about his childhood, mindset, iconic career, leading one of the greatest ever cricket teams, managing big personalities like Shane Warne, his wine business, life after retirement, and much more. Check out Ponting wines here:

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64:49

#217 Nathan Stafford: Why This Lawn-Mowing Star Helps...

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2025/11/19

Hi guys! We were undergoing unexpected renovations in this podcast. So apologies for the audio for this one. Thanks everyone for listening. Nathan Stafford is a Sydney-based gardener and social media personality, best known as the face of Nathan’s Lawns and Gardens. He is best known for regularly restoring neglected gardens for free, especially for people doing it tough such as seniors and social housing residents. We spoke about his early life, past struggles, turning his life around through

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65:07

#216 Ita Buttrose: The Unapologetic Woman Who Changed...

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2025/11/10

Ita Buttrose is one of Australia’s most influential journalists, editors, and businesswomen. In this conversation, we trace her remarkable journey — from her early days at The Australian Women’s Weekly and Cleo to leading the ABC and becoming a national icon. Ita opens up about John Laws, her family influences, the women’s liberation movement, and the challenges of breaking through in a male-dominated industry. We talk about her time working with Kerry Packer and Rupert

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79:39

#215 Tony Abbott: Australia Has Lost Its Courage & ...

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2025/11/05

Tony Abbott, Australia’s 28th Prime Minister, joins me to talk about leadership, courage, and conviction in an age where those qualities are under siege. We unpack his views on what makes a great leader, how Australia has changed, and why he believes we’ve lost our national confidence. We also spoke about : His Early life and education Understanding Leadership and Courage Challenges of Modern Political Leadership Handling Illegal Boat Arrivals Patriotism and National Sovereignty The

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90:45

#214 Michelle Payne: The Melbourne Cup winner on...

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2025/10/29

Michelle Payne is an Australian horse racing icon and the first female jockey to win the Melbourne Cup in 2015, riding Prince of Penzance to victory and breaking barriers in a male-dominated sport. Ten years on from that magical win, I speak to her about: Growing up with ten siblings Making history as the only female to win the Cup The dark side of fame Brain injuries from her career Dealing with the loss of her sister The role of faith Her living and working relationship with her brother Stevie

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91:26

#213: Mick Fanning Reveals the No.1 Reason Behind His...

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2025/10/22

You might know Mick Fanning as one of the greatest surfers of all time, but there’s a lot more to him than that. He’s a sharp businessman who helped build and sell Balter Breweries for a reported $200 million. Mick’s a three-time World Champion, one of the most respected figures in modern surfing, and someone who’s lived one hell of a life. I sat down with him at his latest venture, Palm Valley — a new wave pool on the Gold Coast. We spoke about: What made him the

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73:47

#212 Kate Reid: What Formula 1 Taught Me About...

Straight Talk with Mark Bouris ·

2025/10/15

Kate Reid built her career as an aerodynamicist at Williams Formula 1, before stepping out into the world of pastry making. In this episode, she opens about obsession, burnout, mental illness, and finding a new purpose, realising that her dream job wasn’t the dream life. She talks about rebuilding her life through baking and creating Lune Crossainterie, applying the same engineering mindset to mastering the croissant. Purchase Kate’s new book here:

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