Straight Talk with Mark Bouris

Heston Russell is a former Australian Special Forces Major with over 10,000 hours of leadership in combat operations in the Middle East.After over a decade of combat leadership, including taking the fight to ISIS, Heston Russell was proud to serve his country. Yet, he felt deeply abandoned when the ABC falsely accused his platoon of war crimes. Make sure to tune in, as the Aussie veteran offers a raw and honest insight into the complexities of modern warfare.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter & YouTube.  You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We see all the headlines and outrage regarding Australain Rugby Union, and to be honest, I’m a bit bored with all the media antics. I want to understand the real intricacies of what created this mess.I sat down with Stephen Hoiles, a former Wallaby, grassroots rugby coach for Randwick, and TV analyst, who knows the current state of rugby inside and out. Drawing from his experience as a player, coach, and fan, Stephen provided an honest and interesting perspective on the numerous problems facing Rugby Union in Australia.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter & YouTube.  You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan Holiday, a prolific writer known for his work on stoicism and modern philosophy, discusses the practical applications of virtues like courage and self-discipline. The conversation delves into the spread of stoicism through storytelling, challenges faced by modern leaders, achieving success through mentorship, and exploring the book 'Trust Me, I'm Lying'. They also touch on the virtues of justice and courage, as well as the practical applications of Stoic philosophy in daily life.

The Matildas are absolute superstars in Australia right now, and they’ve earned every bit of that title.It was a great thrill chatting with Matildas star Caitlin Foord, and learning about her mindset and life story before she heads off to the 2024 Paris Olympics. Trust me, you don’t want to miss this one!We had a great chat about Caitlin's journey from Shellharbour to becoming a football superstar. She shared how her passion for rugby league, as a big Manly fan, shaped her fierce style on the pitch. We dove into her experiences playing for Arsenal, her recent injury, prep for the Olympics, and her insights on the Matildas' growth and the state of football in Australia. Plus, Caitlin shares a classic Cathy Freeman story and opens up about her mission to inspire the next generation of female soccer players.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter & YouTube.  You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Josh Szeps is an Australian-born broadcaster, writer, and commentator known for his work in media and journalism.Josh's curiosity and intellect has seen him interview some of the biggest names in comedy, journalism and politics. Like many working in the media today, he’s dealt with the consequences of discussing controversial issues and agendas.It was awesome to hear Josh’s unique perspective on the battle surrounding free speech, modern day movements, his departure from the ABC, how the hell he's managed to go on Joe Rogan’s podcast seven times and much more.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter & YouTube.  You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rick Grossman is an Australian rock musician renowned for his role as the bass guitarist for two iconic Australian bands, Divinyls and Hoodoo Gurus.Rick's rockstar journey has seen incredible highs and challenging lows. He shot to international fame with the Divinyls but faced a tough battle with heroin addiction, which led to his departure from the band in 1987. After a long and hard-fought recovery, Rick made a remarkable comeback with the Hoodoo Gurus, with whom he continues to tour with today.In our conversation, Rick shared insights into his musical beginnings, his experiences with Divinyls and Hoodoo Gurus, what makes Australian rock bands special, the drug culture in the rock and roll scene, his recovery journey, his passion for rugby league, and much more.It's been quite a ride, and Rick has a wealth of wisdom and stories to share. Enjoy.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter & YouTube.  You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Millie Ford is one of the fastest-rising creatives in Australia. Having amassed over 1.7 million followers online with her uncanny portrayal of everyday teachers, parents and shop assistants. Millie has also appeared on Home And Away and has recently made her musical debut, collaborating with Hellcat Speedracer on the summer anthem Lovestruck.We had an honest conversation on mental health, finding comedy in chaos, her creative process, the delusion of social media, modern dating and much more.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter & YouTube.  You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As a kid from Punchbowl, I wasn’t your typical surfer, but I still became mad obsessed with the sport.One of my fondest childhood memories was heading to my local news agency to pick up a surf magazine. Surf media has evolved significantly since those days, far beyond those paper magazines.It was great chatting with the co-founder of Stab Mag Sam McIntosh to dive deeper into the surfing world.We discussed his family's impactful move from inland to the coast during his youth, his beginnings working at surf magazines, a crucial book project with Taj Burrow that was a career turning point, the origins of Stab Magazine, the craziness that exists in the surf industry, the creative process behind Stab''s projects, our shared love for risk-taking and much more.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter & YouTube.  You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apart of my morning routine is getting into my car and tuning into Ben Fordham on 2GB.It was great to finally sit down and chat with one of Australia’s leading voices on the radio.We covered a wide range of topics including Ben's family dynamics and insights from growing up with his father, John, a legendary talent manager, and his mother, Veronica. We also spoke about how the fear of failure motivates him, his early days in the radio industry, his process when interviewing prominent figures such as Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and internet sensation Spanian, current issues were facing in Australia, and much more.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter & YouTube.  You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Kyrgios opens up about his Greek heritage, challenges of fame, off-court earnings, return to professional tennis, and involvement with OnlyFans. He discusses his experiences interviewing icons like Mike Tyson, his relationship with girlfriend Costeen, and speculation about breakaway competitions in tennis.