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Straight Talk with Mark Bouris

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Mar 8, 2023 • 59min

#70 Taryn Brumfitt: You're not living your full potential if you have this problem

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mar 1, 2023 • 48min

#69 Original Yellow Wiggle Greg Page: Statistically I shouldn't be alive right now

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Feb 22, 2023 • 57min

#68 Rise of Alex Volkanovski: Australia's UFC Champion

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Feb 15, 2023 • 1h 12min

#67 Steph Claire Smith and Laura Henshaw: Living in fear of judgement will lead to a shit life

"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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Feb 8, 2023 • 1h 28min

#66 No other neurosurgeon is as polarising as Dr Charlie Teo

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Feb 1, 2023 • 36min

#65 Comedian Iliza Shlesinger's wit cuts deeper than a knife

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jan 25, 2023 • 55min

#64 Fallout of Russia-Ukraine will impact your life for many years to come

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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jan 18, 2023 • 39min

#63 Mark Manson: The Subtle Art of continuing to not give a fu*k

Mark Manson's orange book, The Subtle Art of Not Giving A F*ck continues to strike a chord with audiences across the globe. With over 15 million copies sold, readers love its no-bullshit, life-changing advice. The book has now made its way onto the screen.As we continue to be tested by things outside of our control, this chat is a reminder that there are only so many things we can give a fuck about, so we need to figure out which ones really matter.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jan 11, 2023 • 1h 11min

#62 Cybersecurity professional shares how cyber criminals ACTUALLY gain access to your information

Assadi Youssef is a cybersecurity consultant working at KPMG.He helps Australian businesses improve cybersecurity because he knows how to exploit their weak points. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jan 4, 2023 • 29min

#61 Best of 2022: Finding resilience in the darkest places

Resilience is a muscle that needs to be constantly exercised. When you listen to these moments, know there is always light at the end of the tunnel. Nedd Brockmann is yet to find his limit after running across Australia – Part 2 Alex Fevola had no other choice but to choose resilience Russell Manser: From bank robbery, prison to surviving lifelong trauma & finding justice Em Rusciano: All my life I've just wanted to be seen The Abdallah family find strength, freedom and peace in forgivenessJoin the Facebook Group.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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