
Straight Talk with Mark Bouris
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.
Latest episodes

Oct 26, 2022 • 1h 4min
#51 Em Rusciano: All my life I've just wanted to be seen
Em Rusciano is not someone you can easily define. The well-rounded performer is a comedian, entertainer, singer, writer, and podcast host. As someone who has been in the public eye for a long time, Em has often been misunderstood. But right now, this is her moment. Em opens up about being diagnosed with ADHD as an adult and how this impacts her career and tells Mark to appear on the cover of Men's Health magazine...topless.VOTE FOR STRAIGHT TALK PODCASThttps://australianpodcastawards.com/voteBUY TICKETS TO RESET AND RISE TOURhttps://bit.ly/3Sftjgl Listen to Emsolation Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/2dB2FfwU0bHHFZWcP5HiFK Join the Facebook Group.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 19, 2022 • 1h 5min
#50 Notorious underworld enforcer: 'I had a massive chip on my shoulder': Graham 'Abo' Henry
Graham ‘Abo’ Henry has seen parts of Sydney many of us only read about. The notorious underworld enforcer was at the forefront of the city’s underbelly during the 70s and 80s and was one of the most feared men in Sydney, Australia. Alongside his partner, Neddy Smith, the pair ruled the streets of Sydney with brutal force. Henry reflects on his life with Mark Bouris and how he lives a very different life today.VOTE FOR STRAIGHT TALK PODCASThttps://australianpodcastawards.com/voteBUY TICKETS TO RESET AND RISE TOURhttps://bit.ly/3Sftjgl Read Graham 'Abo' Henry's book – The Last Man Standinghttps://www.atreacherouslife.com/ Join the Facebook Group.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 12, 2022 • 1h 6min
#49 Tai 'Bam Bam' Tuivasa: 'I’ll have a crack at anything '
Tai Tuivasa is representing western Sydney on the UFC world stage.He's an Australian professional mixed martial artist who currently competes in the Heavyweight division in the UFC. There's no one quite like him. VOTE FOR STRAIGHT TALK PODCASThttps://australianpodcastawards.com/voteBUY TICKETS TO RESET AND RISE TOURhttps://bit.ly/3Sftjgl See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oct 5, 2022 • 59min
#48 The biggest controversy in contact sport is costing athletes their brain: CTE expert Chris Nowinski
Chris Nowinski is a neuroscientist specialising in concussions and the world's leading advocate of the dangers of repetitive hits to the head in sports.The US neuroscientist and former professional wrestler has been at the forefront of research into CTE in the NFL and other sports.One of Nowinski's goals is to get more athletes from around the world to commit to donating their brain for research and end the head trauma caused by contact sports. Chris is also the co-founder and CEO of the Concussion Legacy Foundation, a non-profit organisation leading the fight against concussions and CTE and dedicated to improving the lives of those impacted.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 28, 2022 • 1h 19min
#47 Wog Boy Nick Giannopoulos is back in town
Nick Giannopoulos has been in the Australian entertainment industry for over 30 years. He has single-handedly reclaimed the racial slur, "wog" and turned it into a successful franchise, with his third film, Wog Boys Forever, to be released on October 6th 2022. Nick shares his passion for the Greek community, censorship and demonetisation of Australian arts entertainment.VOTE FOR STRAIGHT TALK PODCASThttps://australianpodcastawards.com/voteBUY TICKETS TO RESET AND RISE TOURhttps://bit.ly/3Sftjgl Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 21, 2022 • 54min
#46 The truth behind one of Australia's top cops
NSW Police Commissioner Karen Webb walks her own path. From gangland wars, fires, and floods to the lasting effect of COVID-19, not to mention the day-to-day duties of being a police officer, the Commissioner is spinning a lot of plates.What motivates someone to step into a high-ranking role? How does Commissioner Webb approach it?Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 14, 2022 • 48min
#45 Learn to live with the enemy within: Joe Williams
Joe Williams is a Wiradjuri, First Nations Aboriginal man born in Cowra and raised in Wagga, NSW, who spent 15 years as a professional sports person. He played NRL for South Sydney Rabbitohs, Penrith Panthers and Canterbury Bulldogs before switching to professional Boxing in 2009. As a boxer, Joe was a 2x WBF World Jnr Welterweight champion and won the WBC Asia Continental Title.Joe's battled most of his life with suicidal ideation and Bi-Polar Disorder. After a suicide attempt in 2012, Joe felt his purpose was to help people who struggled with mental health and wellbeing. –––––––––Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.If you or anyone you know needs help:StandBy — Support After Suicide on 1300 727 247Lifeline on 13 11 14Kids Helpline on 1800 551 800MensLine Australia on 1300 789 978Suicide Call Back Service on 1300 659 467Beyond Blue on 1300 224 636Headspace on 1800 650 890See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sep 7, 2022 • 1h 6min
#44 Coach Graham Arnold's secret weapon for the Socceroos at the World Cup
Graham Arnold is the coach of the Australian Socceroos. Arnie sat down with Mark ahead of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 kicking off this November.They discuss penalty shootout psychology, what it was like telling Tim Cahill he was on the bench at the 2006 World Cup, and how technology is dampening the development of Australia's future stars.Arnie is committed to shaping the lives of young footballers and proving that Australia hasn't lost its grit and determination on the world stage.–––––––––Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 31, 2022 • 1h 6min
#43 Why you’re not achieving the things you want in life: James Smith PT
James Smith likes to piss off the fitness industry, making him the world's fastest-growing personal trainer online to date.His no-bullshit approach to fitness has triggered a nerve with customers and attracted thousands to his online personal training platform, James Smith Academy. Join Mark and James as they discuss how to find confidence, why you're not losing weight and how to achieve what you want in life. Buy James Smith's book 'How To Be Confident' Join the Facebook Group.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 24, 2022 • 1h 7min
#42 Spanian: How a former criminal is now becoming a social media influencer
Spanian is an unsuspecting social media influencer. The former criminal, now hip-hop artist, influencer, and media personality, is telling his stories from the hood, and people love it. Mark and Spanian discuss what it's like to experience the whiplash of prison life, to now attracting big-name sponsors who all want a piece of the controversial Spanian. –––––––––VOTE FOR STRAIGHT TALK PODCASThttps://australianpodcastawards.com/voteBUY TICKETS TO RESET AND RISE TOURhttps://bit.ly/3Sftjgl Watch the full chat on YouTube hereFollow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn & YouTube.Want to grow your business and stay ahead of the pack? Access Mark Bouris' Masterclasses. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.