My BIG question this week is around Botox, and if we should own up to having it. It's something I’ve been thinking about and want to talk through with you, because its one of those subjects that people don't always feel comfortable talking about. So in this episode I’m going to share with you why I get it,  and why I think we need to be honest about it. For more big conversations like this follow The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show podcast so you never miss an episode. The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show acknowledges the Gadigal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders peoples here today. Show Credits:Host: Jessica RoweExecutive Producer: Nic McClureAudio Producer: Nicola SitchDigital Content Producer: Amy Code See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eighties icon Tony Hadley is one of pops greatest vocalists. He fronted Spandau Ballet; one of the biggest bands of the 1980s and sold over 25 million albums. Tony’s unmistakable voice was the soundtrack to our teenage years, and now as a solo artist he’s touring the world playing the bands famous anthems. In this episode Tony opens up about his rise to fame in the heady days of the 80’s and the promise he made his grandma after seeing the casualties of cocaine. Tony reveals why Spandau Ballet disintegrated leading him to reluctantly quit, and why he’s never taken the adulation too seriously. If you love the 80’s you’ll love this chat, especially when Tony recalls getting plastered with Freddie Mercury before jumping on stage to perform with Queen, and having Princess Diana as a fan. If you’d like to catch Tony performing all your Spandau Ballet favourites on his 40th anniversary tour, you can buy tickets here For more big conversations like this follow The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show podcast so you never miss an episode. The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show acknowledges the Gadigal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders peoples here today. Show Credits:Host: Jessica RoweExecutive Producer: Nic McClureAudio Producer: Nicola SitchDigital Content Producer: Amy Code See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Turia Pitt defines the work Inspiring. She's a bestselling author, motivational speaker, engineer, iron woman, podcast host, and loveable badass. Just over 10 years ago, Turia was racing in an ultra-marathon when she was caught in a fire and received burns to 65% of her body, surviving against the odds she rebuilt her life, a life she is now ‘frothing’ about. In this episode Turia reveals when she feels her sexiest and most beautiful, what she feels when she looks in the mirror, and how she keeps the spark alive in her relationship. Turia and Jess dig deep on why being visibly different and a woman of colour makes her proud to be the poster girl for diversity. Turia says despite living in a culture of toxic positivity, there was a huge silver lining that came after the fire, and it's a beautiful lesson we can all learn from. Also a heads up, we do talk about some heavy stuff in this episode, so please reach out to lifeline if you need some support 13 11 14 Listen to her podcast Turia Pitt is Hard Work For more big conversations like this follow The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show podcast so you never miss an episode. The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show acknowledges the Gadigal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders peoples here today. Show Credits:Host: Jessica RoweExecutive Producer: Nic McClureAudio Producer: Nicola SitchDigital Content Producer: Amy Code See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David Wenham, is a globally successful film, stage and TV actor. He’s performed in over 95 productions including Lord of the rings, Pirates of the Caribbean, Moulin Rouge, Lion and diver Dan in Sea change. It's hard not be captivated by David on screen, yet the celebrity side of Hollywood is peripheral to David as he prides himself on ‘flying under the radar’ Acting is the fire in his belly, and in this episode Jess and David dig deep on how he prepares for a character and the detrimental impact some of his more confronting roles have had on his mental well-being. David also shares what creates good chemistry with a co-star, and working alongside some of Hollywood's biggest stars, including Toni Collette, Nicole Kidman, and Johnny Depp. David is hosting a new series on ABC called 'The ABC of' where he sits down with famous Australians and revisits their pasts through moments drawn from the ABC archives. You can watch it here on ABC Iview from 28th June See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Over his 30 years in the industry, musician Ben Lee has always moved to the beat of his own drum. There’s a sense of playfulness that Ben applies to all aspects of his life, which has allowed him to build a like-minded community of ‘freaky thinkers and creators’. In this episode Jess and Ben dig deep on his incredible life, discussing everything from the secret to a long-lasting marriage and what he tries to impart as a parent, through to the life lesson Baz Luhrman taught him and his search for meaning within occult practices. Ben is a deep thinker who shares his biggest life learnings, while weaving a sense of cheekiness throughout this conversation.  To see Ben live check out his tour dates here, and you can pre-order this forthcoming album 'I'm Fun!' here  Ben says 'the thing that excites him is the next right thing', so to stay in touch with his amazing adventures why not follow him on Insta See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you happy? Or are you happy enough? asks this weeks guest. Triple Olympian and wellness entrepreneur Lisa Curry has lived her life in the public eye for six decades. She has already endured so much in her lifetime, including losing her beautiful daughter Jaimi and most recently her mum.  In this episode she joins Jess to discuss the private pain she endured watching her beloved daughter struggle, the difficult conversations she had to have around her marriage break up with Grant Kenny, and the big questions we need to ask ourselves to find happiness. The silver lining to Lisa’s life is that she did find love again, in fact Mark, her new love and source of happiness makes a cameo in this episode. Lisa’s memoir is available in all good book stores or to find out about her retreats visit MaliSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Natalie Bassingthwaighte is an acclaimed performer and one of Australia's most recognisable faces. She acts, sings, dances, is a rockstar, performs in musical theatre, and is a TV host.  Nat has been open about the mental health challenges she’s experienced over the years, and in this episode Jess & Nat dig deep on how she went from breakdown to breakthrough and reached a much happier and zen like place in her life. From relocating to Byron Bay to embrace a more laid-back lifestyle, through to her toolbox of techniques she’s used to unlock the art of mental wellbeing, Nat has done the hard work and generously shares her mental health journey with us in this open and honest conversation. If you'd like to stay up to date with Nat you can find her here on instagram, and catch her on Space 22 on ABC iView here See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TV and Radio Star Erin Molan has a work ethic beyond compare. She’s resilient, smart, driven and brave, and has not only helped to break down gender stereotypes for women on TV, she was pivotal in campaigning for new laws around online safety. However for Erin, her proudest achievement is her beautiful young daughter. In this episode Erin opens up about the hardest part of being a single mum and why she doesn't think she’ll ever get used to not having her daughter with her every night. Erin and Jess also dig deep on why her own experience with online bullying drove her to campaign for change, and led to the Prime Minister’s persistence in offering her a job. This episode contains many tears, lots of laughter and plenty of hand holding. Follow the adventures of Erin here on instagram, or you can listen to her daily on Hughesy, Ed and Erin catch up podcast  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Indira Naidoo is a  much loved journalist, author, TV anchor and radio host. Over her 30 year award winning journalistic career, Indira has become well known to many Australians. In this episode Indira and Jess discuss the power of slowing down, putting down our devices and being present in nature to heal. Indira reveals why it was important to not only accept her younger sisters death, but through her grief find meaning and a greater sense of purpose on why she’s here. Indira wants us to know that the joy and the connection that we can find in nature is all around us, we just have to notice it. Follow Indira on instagram and find out more from her beautiful book ‘The Space Between the Stars” Content Warning: This conversation touches on suicide, if this brings up any issues for you, help is available by calling 13 11 14 for a safe place to talk day and night.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Keith Urban is a global superstar. He’s a singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. But Keith’s not keen to put a label on what he does, he wants his music to do the talking.  Jess and Keith sat down for this intimate conversation ahead of the launch of his latest single ‘Nightfalls’, a song about making it matter right now. Which is also a theme in this revealing conversation: Keith's pursuit of Mindfulness and living in the present moment. In this episode you’ll hear Keith and Jess dig deep, discussing everything from his music, love, parenthood and how we get through this crazy thing called life. Keith says that practicing gratitude and having a good tribe around him keeps him balanced and steady and in the flow of life.  For Keith, the best songs lift him up and pull him forward and ‘Nightfalls’ is definitely that, check it out hereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.