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Straight Talk with Mark Bouris

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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.

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Charlie Gearside
Entrepreneur and founder of Build Australia movement
Gearside/Build Australia
Episode: The $1.6 Billion Founder: The Slow Decline of Australia Nobody Wants to Talk About & How We Win!
Mark Webber
F1 driver, multiple Monaco winner and former Red Bull/Porsche driver
Former F1 driver; Red Bull Racing; Porsche
Episode: F1 Legend Mark Webber: The Crash That Nearly Killed Me, Oscar Piastri, & rival Sebastian Vettel
Peter V'landys
Executive Chair / Chairman of ARL/NRL
NRL/ARL
Episode: NRL Boss Peter V’landys on the Historic $5.3B Broadcast Deal, PNG & the Future of Rugby League
Michael Cheika
Rugby coach with experience in rugby union and rugby league
Sydney Roosters
Episode: Michael Cheika on the Sydney Roosters, Building Winners & Coaching Culture (round 2)
Nikki Osborne
Australian comedian known for Bush Barbie character
Episode: Nikki Osborne (Bush Barbie): The Aussie Comedian who broke the internet!
David Pocock
Avid rugby player turned independent senator, focused on policy reform
Australian Parliament (Independent Senator for the ACT)
Episode: David Pocock on Life before politics, gas, gambling and taking on the major parties
Steve Baxter
Ex-army, defence investor, Beaten Zone Venture Partners
Beaten Zone Venture Partners
Episode: Ex-Army Soldier & Defence Investor Steve Baxter on how War has changed forever
Gerrard Rennick
Founder and leader of the People First Party
People First Party
Episode: Gerard Rennick on How Australia’s Economy Is Broken and How We Fix It
Nick Coatsworth
Episode: Dr Nick Coatsworth: COVID Mistakes, Big Government & The Future of Australia

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Mark Bouris
Host of Straight Talk with Mark Bouris; leads interviews with a focus on leadership, business strategy, and policy implications.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • Changes……

    Enough with the politics for a while. How about some interesting interviews with guests that do not discuss Liberal, Labor or One Nation.

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    JosephineF3
    Australia3 months ago
  • Fantastic exploration of topics

    Loved the interview with Kos, Mark this one absolutely blew my mind and broke paradigms for me. It’s opened my mind to things I didn’t know I didn’t know about our current political landscape. Well done.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    keeshy01
    Australia4 months ago
  • Tin Foil hats are out!

    Just listened to the latest podcast. Why shouldn’t Ben Roberts Smith be charged with war crimes if there is cause? It also sounds like we are starting to blame governments for everything. Oil companies close refineries, not governments. Sure they can subsidise to put off the inevitable, but hasn’t our experience with automakers just show it’s a lost cause

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    3
    nomis803
    Australia5 months ago
  • Loyal listener but not always agree …..

    Love the show and look forward to listening to new episodes. Always good to listen to different views to understand how others think but was surprised by suggestion during James Glissen episode that incumbent government should seek inputs from the electorate before deciding on new legislation. Can’t even this resulting in the desired outcomes, there would be so much promotion from vested interests to support either way various law changes…… it would be a complete farce. Also the assumption that ... more

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    5
    frankee65
    Australia5 months ago
  • Bob Katter

    I just finished listening to Bob Katter.

    Last week I listened to him on Karl Stefanovic’s pod cast, as it was a shorter interview and I had less time.

    I’m a Karl fan, but Mark’s chat, which was maybe half hour longer, was so much more informative. Bob seemed very comfortable to sit and chat and I found him really interesting and enjoyed listening to his stories.

    I listen to almost all of straight talk, sometimes not if too many boxers and ufc, and this was really good to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Ali964
    Australia5 months ago

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The host asks thoughtful questions and pulls insightful stories from a wide range of guests.

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Nikki Osborne (Bush Barbie): The Aussie Comedian who broke the internet!
Q: And one, I want to know, how did you get the Prime Minister or the leader of our country onto your show? How did that work?
By simply reaching out on Instagram and proposing a casual, personal conversation rather than a formal political interview, which opened a direct line of communication and built trust quickly.
Exercise Expert: Dr Stacy Sims On The Best Way to Train, Eat & Age Well (Project 100)
Q: What should a 30 to 40-year-old woman be thinking about in preparing an exercise regime?
For women in their 30s to 40s, prioritize preserving peak bone and muscle mass through strength and plyometric work, ensure adequate energy availability and nutrition, and plan for gradual progression with attention to menstrual health and sleep to sustain long-term health.
Exercise Expert: Dr Stacy Sims On The Best Way to Train, Eat & Age Well (Project 100)
Q: Why is it different for women, say, relative to men or is it the same thing?
Differences originate from historical male-centric baselines in research, sex chromosome interactions, hormone profiles (estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone), and circadian biology, all of which require sex-specific guidelines for training and nutrition.
Exercise Expert: Dr Stacy Sims On The Best Way to Train, Eat & Age Well (Project 100)
Q: What is it though, in particular, that females or women should be looking at relative to muscle strength, long-term health, longevity, generally speaking?
Women have different hormonal baselines and genetic factors that influence muscle strength, bone health, and aging; a focus on tailored training, understanding peak bone mass, and adjusting nutrition and sleep is essential for optimizing healthspan.
Dr Nick Coatsworth: COVID Mistakes, Big Government & The Future of Australia
Q: Do you think a Covid royal commission would have been valuable?
Yes, a royal commission could systematically examine decisions, improve accountability, and extract lessons to better prepare Australia for future health crises while balancing civil liberties and economic impacts.

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This show features candid conversations with high-profile guests spanning sports, politics, business, entertainment, and health, often probing leadership, strategy, and real-world decision-making. Episodes frequently center on how leaders navigate controversy, scale teams, or drive policy and market changes, with a clear emphasis on practical insights, data-minded thinking, and personal journeys. A standout aspect is the mix of heavyweight athletes, policymakers, and business voices, blended with sharp, opinionated commentary from the host, making it a go-to for listeners seeking unfiltered takes on leadership, markets, and current affairs.

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1. The Karl Stefanovic Show
2. 2 Worlds Collide Podcast
3. Backstage with Cooper & Matty Johns
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Recent guests on Straight Talk include:

1. Charlie Gearside
2. Mark Webber
3. Peter V'landys
4. Michael Cheika
5. Nikki Osborne
6. David Pocock
7. Steve Baxter
8. Gerrard Rennick

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