

The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show
A Crap Housewife Production
Australian Journalist and TV Presenter Jess Rowe jumps past the small talk, to show you a different side of her famous guests in these heartfelt and honest conversations.
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Aug 12, 2022 • 10min
Big Talk Bonus: 'Stop it at the Start' with Carrie Bickmore
This special bonus episode is brought to you by our sponsor 'Bring up respect - Stop it at the start' and I'm joined by TV and Radio host, Carrie Bickmore to talk about this very important conversation. We discuss the campaign from a parents point of view, and the link between violence against women and attitudes of disrespect and gender which start as children. We also talk about potential conversation starters with your kids, and where to find practical resources that can help navigate behaviours and conversations. Every little talk you have shapes our young people, and when you bring up respect, respect grows. For conversation starters, tools, and resources, visit respect.gov.au because it's not just one big conversation, its many little ones.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aug 9, 2022 • 16min
BIG QUESTION: The Kardashians, love them or loathe them?
My BIG question this week is around The Kardashians, do you love them or do you loathe them? It's something I’ve been thinking about and want to chat through with you, because The Kardashians are a topic that divide many of us with ongoing debate and conversation. So in this episode I’m going to share the question my teenage daughter asked me that became the catalyst for my change of heart, and the reasons I’ve come to love these strong young women who are unapologetic about who they are. 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.

Aug 2, 2022 • 35min
Hughesy ‘I didn't like myself afterwards’
Dave Hughes is one of the biggest names in Australian Comedy. From his working-class roots ‘Hughesy’ has risen to become not only one of our most popular stand-up comedians, he's a successful Radio & TV host too. In this episode he reveals why he chose a life of sobriety at the age of 21, and where he chases his highs these days. While Hughesy still gets nervous, he gives insight into his ongoing pursuit of intoxication through his audience, and the hit he gets from performing. He also reveals why intimacy is so important to his marriage, and why that doesn't always go to plan. See Hughesy when The Masked Singer returns on Network Ten from Sunday 7th August Catch him performing his live show Ridiculous here Or Hear him hosting The Morning Crew with Hughesy, Ed and Erin 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.

Jul 27, 2022 • 4min
Introducing 'A Life of Greatness' with Sarah Grynberg
We all yearn to live a great life, but what does that actually look like and how can we all lead one? In A Life of Greatness, host Sarah Grynberg interviews some of the world's chief thought-leaders, sports legends, entertainers, best selling authors and inspiring spiritual minds as they explain how they have overcome challenges, conquered self-limiting beliefs and connected with a deeper sense of self to achieve greatness in their lives, and provide practical tips and advice for how you can too. Search 'A Life of Greatness' podcast, or download the LiSTNR app and listen here for freeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jul 26, 2022 • 11min
BIG QUESTION: Botox, to own up or not own up?
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.

Jul 19, 2022 • 32min
Spandau Ballet's Tony Hadley ‘It led me to quit the band’
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.

Jul 5, 2022 • 43min
Turia Pitt 'It hurt my ego'
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.

Jun 21, 2022 • 38min
David Wenham 'It did have detrimental effects on me at the time'
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.

Jun 7, 2022 • 35min
Ben Lee ‘Am I scared? who cares’
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.

May 24, 2022 • 41min
Lisa Curry ‘Which part of this is normal?’
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.


