Straight Talk with Mark Bouris

Only one Australian can say he holds the NFL Superbowl title ring, and that's Jesse Williams. Born in Brisbane, to Indigenous Australian parents and dreaming of playing football. Jesse was the first Indigenous Australian to receive a scholarship to play college football over in the US. Shortly after signing with the Seattle Seahawks, his NFL career was over before it even had a chance to get started - Jesse was diagnosed with kidney cancer at the age of 24.It's tough for any athletes coming to the end of their sporting careers, let alone having to deal with that as soon as they've made it onto the stage they dream of playing on. So how did Jesse deal with it?Find out more about Jesse's work here:https://www.firststepfoundation.com.au/Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Jemma King, a human behaviorist specializing in emotional intelligence and performance under stress, discusses the impact of stress on decision-making and the importance of emotional intelligence in high-pressure situations. She also explores the erosion of trust in institutions, the role dynamics and compliance in various environments, and navigating stressful situations and financial decisions.

Current New South Wales premier Dominic Perrottet and opposition leader Chris Minns share with Mark Bouris their position for the eastern state of Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Life is fleeting. Don't waste it criticising how you look and feel.Taryn Brumfitt leads the Body Image Movement, teaching people to love and appreciate their bodies. She is also 2023's Australian Of The Year.In 2016, Taryn's documentary Embrace tackled the serious issue of women’s body loathing and her own path to body acceptance. Her work has since reached more than 200 million people, leading her to become an internationally recognised keynote speaker whose work is recognised by UN Women.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Greg Page is the original Yellow group member of the mega-success band, The Wiggles.Wiggles announced that Page would leave the group due to poor health in 2006. Greg collapsed suddenly during a reunion show at Castle Hill RSL in Sydney. Due to a "strong chain of survival," Greg survived a cardiac arrest. Greg founded his charity,Heart of the Nation, after his near-death experience. His goal with the charity is to ensure everyone can access an AED as needed through "communal ownership" to help share the cost.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The highly anticipated showdown between Australia's UFC featherweight champion Alex Volkanovski and lightweight contender Islam Makhachev in Perth in February 2023 has become one of the sport's greatest fights.Volkanovski is known for his powerful striking and elite grappling skills. While he couldn't protect his title, he remains pound-for-pound the best in the world.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Everyone can make their narrative, and you can't control it."Steph Claire Smith and Laura Henshaw are the co-founders of KIC – a wellness and health brand. While the fitness industry and the tech industry is one of the noisiest markets, KIC is one of the biggest apps in Australia.  Buy You Take Care by Steph Claire Smith and Laura HenshawSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr Charlie Teo is Australia's most well-known neurosurgeon for right and wrong reasons. Since the end of 2021, Teo has been unable to operate in Australia due to restrictions on his licence. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Iliza Shlesinger is an American comedian, actress, television host, executive producer, and screenwriter.One of today’s leading comedians with a fan base who shows their loyalty by creating Iliza-inspired swag to wear to her shows. Fans have seen her and her comedy evolve from “party goblin” to a mother and voice of the “elder millennial” generation. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's it like to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy?Retired Army Major General Mick Ryan AM shares his insight almost a year on from when the Russia-Ukraine first broke at the start of 2022.He shares why he thinks Zelenskyy is the greatest leader of the 21st century, where the war is going next, and what comes next.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.