Best Senator Andrew Bragg Podcasts (2025)

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Coalition frontbencher Julian Leeser on why a closer alliance with the US is necessary 22:36

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In a year shaped by rising global tensions and growing concerns over social cohesion at home, the shadow attorney general, Julian Leeser, presents his views on Australia’s place in the worldBy The Guardian

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#193 Michael Katsidis: The Former Boxing World Champion’s Rise, Fall & Comeback 1:15:29

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Michael Katsidis, a former Australian Olympian and world champion boxer known for his relentless, aggressive style and multiple lightweight titles, earned global respect for his thrilling battles and unshakable resilience in and out of the ring. Today, as a mindset coach, he shares hard-earned wisdom from his personal struggles—including addiction,…

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Senator Maria Kovacic on what the Coalition needs to move forward 23:35

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‘If we don’t listen it’s not going to get better for us – it will get worse,’ says the NSW Liberal moderate and newly appointed shadow assistant minister, joining Guardian Australia’s chief political correspondent Tom McIlroy to discuss her party’s futureBy The Guardian

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#192 Andy Cooks on the Intensity of Chef Life, Overcoming Addiction & Blowing Up Online 1:17:49

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Andy Hearnden—better known as Andy Cooks—is a digital chef with over 15 million followers across TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook. With more than 20 years of professional kitchen experience, Andy’s mission is simple: to help people cook better food at home. This episode is a raw, honest, and practical chat with someone who’s lived through i…

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Nicolette Boele on climate, business and making a difference 23:28

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Nicolette Boele was declared the winner in the Sydney seat of Bradfield this week, after a month of counting and recounting in her race against Liberal Gisele Kapterian. She is preparing to take her seat in parliament after a wafer-thin victory of just 26 votes. Boele speaks to chief political correspondent Tom McIlroy about why Labor needs to stop…

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#191 We Mean Well: A Hilarious Chat with Lu & Jarchy on going viral, staying real & what’s next 53:20

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Jarchy & Lu host one of Australia’s most popular podcasts, We Mean Well, and they’ve shot to fame in the world of social media. But I actually met Jarchy — aka Jack Archdale — 10 years ago when he was doing a show called The Streets of Sydney. It was great to chat with them about their journey, how they’ve built such a massive audience, their uniqu…

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#190 Project 100: Gary Brecka Reveals the Root Cause of Disease & How we can Live Longer 47:32

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This is Part 1 of my podcast with Gary Brecka. To hear the full 90-minute episode, just search Project 100 with Mark Bouris wherever you get your podcasts. Gary Brecka is one of the world’s top human biologists and longevity experts, and in this episode he breaks down how to live longer, stronger, and better. If you’re serious about taking control …

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#189 Why Stories Matter: Tara Rae Moss on Violence, Advocacy & the Human Spirit 59:08

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Tara Rae Moss is an author and advocate, now hosting a new season of the award-winning domestic violence podcast There’s No Place Like Home. We speak about her fascinating life, her approach to writing, what inspires her book characters, her advocacy work, and much more. Listen to the There's No Place Like Home podcast here: https://www.futurewomen…

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#188 Mat Steinwede’s Story: Addiction, Fatherhood, Grief & becoming one of Australia’s top Real Estate Agents 1:07:29

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Mat’s been to hell and back with addiction - and turned it all around to become one of Australia’s top real estate agents. We had a deep conversation ranging from going down the wrong path, addiction, grief, fatherhood, success and much more. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter & YouTube. You can subscribe to the newsletter here: htt…

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Guardian Essential report: can Labor live up to expectations? 25:18

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Post-election Albanese has seen a surge in popularity but what is the electorate expecting from a second term Labor government and can they deliver during challenging times? Guardian Australia’s political reporter, Josh Butler sits down with chief political correspondent, Tom McIlroy and Essential Media’s executive director, Peter Lewis.…

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#187 Jack Della Maddalena: Is this Australia’s Next UFC World Champion? 24:15

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This conversation was recorded back in February while Jack was in Sydney for UFC 312, before his championship fight with Belal Muhammad was announced. We sat down for a conversation with Jack Della Maddalena, we talked about his fighting, his journey into MMA, and what drives him in the octagon. From his unique striking style and training regimen t…

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#186 Ro Knox: Running for Wentworth & what she wants to bring to Parliament 35:27

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In this episode, I sit down with Ro Knox, the Liberal candidate running for Wentworth, going up against independent MP Allegra Spender. We unpack who Ro really is - her upbringing, schooling, and long career in business - and how that experience shapes her approach to politics. She speaks candidly about the need for stronger economic leadership, co…

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#185 Peter Dutton: The Election Week Interview - The Coalition’s Policies & Australia’s Future with Labor 1:40:35

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We got to know Peter Dutton in the last podcast - this one’s all about policy, Australia’s economy, and the future of the country. From housing and the cost of living to energy policy and the consequences of a Labor government. I’m not here to tell you who to vote for, but if you’re undecided and want to hear the Opposition Leader's Peter Dutton’s …

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Guardian Essential report: is the real question now just how big Labor’s victory will be? 15:12

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Just days out from the crucial vote, the latest Guardian Essential poll shows steady support for Labor. But with a significant number of undecided voters and a strong field of independents, questions remain about how convincing their victory will really be. Guardian Australia’s chief political correspondent, Tom McIlroy, sits down with Essential Me…

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#184 Senator Andrew Bragg on fixing the Housing Crisis, Reforming Super & life inside Parliament 1:08:12

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Senator Andrew Bragg is a Liberal Senator for New South Wales, first elected to the Senate in 2019. Throughout his time in Parliament, Andrew has been active in shaping policy across superannuation, technology, financial regulation, and housing. In March 2024, he was appointed Shadow Assistant Minister for Home Ownership. In this episode, Andrew un…

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#183: Scott Yung on running for parliament & why he’s the right person to represent Bennelong 1:04:32

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Scott Yung is the Liberal candidate for Bennelong. He grew up in Sydney, raised in public housing by migrant parents, did great at school - and years later, he ended up working for me at Yellow Brick Road. Now, he’s running for federal parliament, putting his hand up to represent the people of Bennelong. We sat down to talk about where he comes fro…

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#182 Michael Hooper on leading the Wallabies & life beyond the game 1:17:48

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Michael Hooper is a distinguished former professional rugby union player, best known for his role as an openside flanker and for captaining the Australian national team, the Wallabies. We spoke about his playing career, life after footy, his transition to business and work with RCVRI, the current state of rugby union, and plenty more in between. Me…

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Guardian Essential report: as Labor pulls further ahead, can Dutton outmanoeuvre Albanese? 19:28

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As the election draws near, Labor has extended its lead against the Coalition in the latest Essential poll, raising new questions about what Peter Dutton needs to do to shift the momentum in his favour. Political reporter Dan Jervis-Bardy sits down with Essential Media’s executive director Peter Lewis to unpack the strategies and dynamics shaping t…

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#181 Angus Taylor: The Shadow Treasurer’s plan for Australia’s future economy 1:24:33

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Angus Taylor is the Shadow Treasurer of Australia and the Federal Member for Hume. In this episode, we dig into Angus’ story - from growing up on a farm to studying economics at university, building a career across a variety of businesses, and ultimately stepping into politics. We talk about the tough economic conditions Australians are facing righ…

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#180 Treasurer Jim Chalmers on Trump's Tariffs & the case for another term of the Labor Government 1:14:56

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Jim Chalmers is the current Treasurer of Australia, a position he has held since May 23, 2022, under the Albanese government. We spoke about the recent Trump tariffs, the ongoing impacts of the trade war, and his political experience during the 2008 Global Financial Crisis. Jim also shared his personal journey-from his childhood in Logan, QLD, to h…

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#179 Christopher Joye: Trump’s Tariffs & How the Trade War will hit Australia 59:37

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*For context, this episode was recorded on Tuesday.* Christopher Joye founded Coolabah Capital in 2011 and now leads over $15 billion in short-term fixed-interest investments as CIO. He drives strategy, pricing, and research, heads a top-tier team, and writes for The AFR as one of Australia’s leading economic minds. In this episode, we unpack his j…

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#178 Lucinda Price: Inside the World of Froomes, her creative process & a candid discussion on Body Image 57:39

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Lucinda Price (aka Froomes) is a writer, broadcaster, comedian - and one of the most popular Australian voices dissecting the modern internet. Her debut book, All I Ever Wanted Was To Be Hot, is a refreshingly honest look at how pop culture, the internet and beauty standards shape the way we see ourselves. It’s funny, personal, and brutally real. I…

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Guardian Essential report: power v poise – Australian Politics podcast 21:37

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At the electoral crossroads, Guardian Australia’s political reporter Krishani Dhanji talks to Essential Media’s executive director Peter Lewis about what risks and rewards await Peter Dutton and Anthony Albanese as they gamble over the projection of strong v steady leadership to win the hearts and minds of Australian voters. Plus: who would people …

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#177 Jai Opetaia: How the Boxing Champ became one of the Baddest Men on the Planet 45:45

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Jai Opetaia is an undefeated Australian boxer, who holds the IBF cruiserweight world title. We spoke about his climb to the top, what drives him in the ring, his passions outside of boxing, the importance of family, his thoughts on Riyadh Season, and so much more. It was a real privilege to sit down with one of the most electrifying boxing prospect…

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#176 Delvene Delaney: The Untold Story Behind Australia’s Most Iconic Film - Crocodile Dundee 1:24:48

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Delvene Delaney is an actress and documentarian. Her documentary, Love of an Icon: The Legend of Crocodile Dundee, pays tribute to Paul Hogan and honours her late husband, John Cornell. John was not only a great friend of mine but, in my opinion, one of Australia’s greatest creative minds. His vision helped revolutionise cricket with World Series C…

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Guardian Essential report: as Albanese’s approval rating rises, why do the lads stand out? – Australian Politics podcast 23:06

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As the prime minister hits his highest approval ratings in 18 months, the Guardian Essential poll goes deep into demographics this week. Why do young Australian men support Trump and Dutton more than anyone else? Could Dutton take advantage of this trend? Guardian Australia’s political reporter Josh Butler talks to Essential Media’s executive direc…

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#175 Skye Nicolson: The rise of Australia’s new boxing superstar 1:14:00

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Skye Nicolson is an Australian professional boxer and the reigning WBC featherweight world champion, with an undefeated record and a gold medal from the 2018 Commonwealth Games. Her story is one of resilience and inspiration.Skye's family has deep roots in boxing, with her late brother Jamie Nicolson being one of Australia’s greatest boxers, winnin…

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#174 Julia Morris Unfiltered: Life After Divorce, ADHD & A Ton of Laughs 1:24:04

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Julia Morris is a powerhouse of Australian comedy, a celebrated TV host, and an all-around entertainer-and she's also a great mate. We had an absolutely hilarious chat about life after divorce, her career, her ADHD diagnosis, and plenty more. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter & YouTube. You can subscribe to the newsletter here: htt…

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Guardian Essential report: How do the major parties plan to win your vote? 22:33

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Has the interest rate cut made any difference to how people intend to vote at the upcoming federal election? Guardian Australia’s political reporter Dan Jervis-Bardy and Essential Media’s executive director Peter Lewis discuss how voters are responding to major political parties’ campaign rhetoric on key issues affecting their lives…

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#173 Dylan Buckley: AFL’s Podcasting Pioneer on Footy, Mental Resilience & Building a Brand 1:02:52

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Dylan Buckley is a former AFL player turned entrepreneur, founder of Clubby Sports, and host of Dyl & Friends. Through his podcast, he blends humour with deep conversations, unpacking career highs and lows, mindset, and success. With Clubby Sports, he’s redefining how athletes connect with fans and build a brand beyond the game. We got into his jou…

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#172 Jeff Fenech: The life story of Australia's greatest boxing champion 1:16:29

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Jeff Fenech isn’t just one of Australia’s greatest boxers—he’s one of my best mates, and a bloke I’ve got endless respect for. His story isn’t just about titles and belts; it’s about resilience, loyalty, and never backing down, whether in the ring or in life. From his early days stumbling into boxing to becoming a world champion, to now mentoring t…

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#171 The Happy Hour Duo: Lucy Jackson & Nikki Westcott on friendship, business & dating 54:23

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Lucy Jackson and Nikki Westcott are best friends and business partners behind the fashion label Jagger and Stone and wine brand Who is Jackson West? They also host Happy Hour with Lucy & Nikki, one of Australia’s most popular podcasts. This one’s a cracker—Lucy and Nikki bring the energy as we dive into their journey, the influencer game, the chaos…

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Guardian Essential report: how do you make voters care about policy? – Australian Politics podcast 21:20

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Guardian Australia’s political reporter Dan Jervis-Bardy and Essential Media’s executive director Peter Lewis discuss the mood of voters and look at the challenges of running a successful election campaign in the era of TrumpBy The Guardian

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#170 Alex Pereira on Fighting Oleksandr Usyk, moving up to Heavyweight & who the UFC GOAT is? 43:16

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Alex Pereira is the reigning UFC light heavyweight champion and a former middleweight champion, widely regarded as one of the greatest combat sports athletes of all time. I spoke with Alex at the exclusive VIP AOA Global event at the ICC Sydney Grand Ballroom, where we discussed his time in Australia, cornering Sean Strickland, the possibility of a…

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#169 Bruce Buffer: The Voice of the UFC on Life, Business & Wild Vegas Nights 54:14

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Bruce Buffer is best known as the iconic voice of the UFC. The legendary octagon announcer is a true gentleman, a sharp entrepreneur, and a man with one hell of a life story. From discovering his long-lost brother, Michael Buffer, to the wild early days of the UFC and unforgettable nights in Vegas- this one’s got it all. Follow Mark Bouris on Insta…

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#168: UFC boss Dana White & NSW Premier Chris Minns talk UFC 312 31:47

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Today, I had the chance to sit down with Dana White and NSW Premier Chris Minns ahead of UFC 312—an event that’s set to put Sydney on the global stage once again. Dana is one of America’s most successful entrepreneurs, taking the UFC from a struggling business into a global powerhouse. Chris, along with Destination NSW, played a key role in securin…

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#167 UFC Champion Dricus Du Plessis on war with Sean Strickland, Alex Pereira & who is the GOAT? 44:39

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I spoke to the reigning UFC Middleweight Champion Dricus Du Plessis before his rematch this Saturday at UFC 312 in Sydney. We discussed his upcoming rematch with Sean Strickland, his journey to the top, what defines an elite champion, Alex Pereira being a cornerman for his opponent, his GOAT list, Conor McGregor, what’s next for him and much more. …

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#166: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on upcoming election, the housing crisis & Australia’s future 1:10:39

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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 mak…

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#165 Peter Dutton: The Opposition Leader’s story & vision for Australia 1:26:04

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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 fa…

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#164 Johnny Gannon on the Bra Boys, taking charge of your health & building strong communities 1:21:03

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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 lege…

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#163 Peter Bol’s Journey: Olympics career, setbacks & harnessing the power of resilience 1:30:30

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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 introdu…

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Best of 2024 Part 2: Nick Kyrgios, Jim Jefferies, Chantelle Otten, David Warner and Nina Kennedy 56:04

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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 (Chantell…

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Best of 2024 Part 1: Eric Bana, Ben Fordham, Mia Freedman, Nathan/Ivan Cleary and Robert Kiyosaki 1:19:58

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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…

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#162 Neil Perry on crafting an iconic legacy in Australian Food 1:12:58

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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 mu…

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#161 Ray Hadley: The Life & Career of a Legendary Broadcaster 1:39:29

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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 exchange…

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Does the economy need a defibrillator? Cherelle Murphy on what might get it going again 36:53

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Guardian Australia political editor Karen Middleton speaks with Cherelle Murphy, chief economist for EY Oceania, about this week’s sluggish national accounts figures and how the government can revive a barely breathing economyBy The Guardian

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#160 The Legend of Harry Triguboff: How the Property Billionaire built his empire 1:26:52

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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 shar…

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Guardian Essential report: do voters’ views on housing and wages spell trouble for Labor? 25:25

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Guardian Australia’s chief political correspondent, Paul Karp, and Essential Media’s executive director, Peter Lewis, discuss the public’s disappointment with Labor’s handling of the housing crisis and what that means for the party in the lead-up to a federal electionBy The Guardian

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Chris Bowen on Cop29, reducing emissions and rolling out renewables 42:19

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Guardian Australia’s political editor, Karen Middleton, speaks with the federal minister for climate change and energy, Chris Bowen. They discuss the wins and losses from the recent Cop29 climate conference in Baku, the pace of the transition to renewables and whether Australia needs to brace for blackouts over summer…

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#159 Mia Freedman: A candid conversation with the creative force behind Mamamia 1:22:56

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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-y…