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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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Sarah Grynberg
Mindset expert, podcaster, and former executive producer
A Life of Greatness
Episode: #208 Mindset Expert: Signs You're Burnt Out & Don't Even Realise It! Sarah Grynberg
Daniel Mookhey
New South Wales Treasurer
New South Wales Government
Episode: #203: NSW Treasurer Daniel Mookhey's life Story, Political Beginnings & the latest Budget
Andrea Clarke
Award-winning author, futurist, and journalist
Episode: #198 Andrea Clarke: How to Lead, Adapt & Thrive in These Crazy Times
Tara Rae Moss
Author and advocate for human rights and women's issues
Episode: #189 Why Stories Matter: Tara Rae Moss on Violence, Advocacy & the Human Spirit
Mat Steinwede
Successful real estate agent with a background overcoming addiction and personal challenges
McGrath Estate Agents
Episode: #188 Mat Steinwede’s Story: Addiction, Fatherhood, Grief & becoming one of Australia’s top Real Estate Agents
Ro Knox
Liberal candidate for Wentworth and former management consultant
Liberal Party
Episode: #186 Ro Knox: Running for Wentworth & what she wants to bring to Parliament
Scott Yung
Liberal candidate for Bennelong
Liberal Party
Episode: #183: Scott Yung on running for parliament & why he’s the right person to represent Bennelong
Angus Taylor
Shadow Treasurer of Australia
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Episode: #181 Angus Taylor: The Shadow Treasurer’s plan for Australia’s future economy
Jim Chalmers
Treasurer of Australia and political representative from Queensland
Australian Government
Episode: #180 Treasurer Jim Chalmers on Trump's Tariffs & the case for another term of the Labor Government

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Mark Bouris
Host of Straight Talk, known for engaging conversations that reveal guests' personal stories and insights.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.1k ratings
  • Julia Morris 💯

    In all honesty Mark of all my podcasts I’d have to say your interview with Julie was the best and most honest ever!

    What an inspiration you are, Julia!

    And, what an awesome interviewer you are, Mark!

    Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yolande 123
    Australia18 days ago
  • Josh Szeps ⭐️🌟⭐️🌟

    Excellent questions and interview from Mark. Josh demonstrated why factual intelligent dialogue is our best path forward.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gina482
    Australia20 days ago
  • Great job

    Loving the podcast. It is so informal and easy listening. It shouldn’t be underestimated, as it hits the big topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TasFarmer
    Australia23 days ago
  • James Magnussen

    This guy spends the whole episode avoiding the question everyone what’s to know what stack and how much PED’s were you taking, wishy washy answers

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Brad cc
    Australiaa month ago
  • Terrible

    Terrible interview with John Laws - I came to this pod because I was keen to hear Johns story. Appalling interview from Mark, inane and embarrassing questions

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Dippa71
    Australiaa month ago

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Listeners appreciate the variety of guests who provide insightful and motivational stories about resilience and success.
Overall, many find the discussions enlightening and enjoy the genuine, unfiltered stories that resonate with personal experiences.
Some criticism exists regarding the interview style, with feedback on the host's tendency to dominate discussions instead of allowing guests to fully express themselves.
The podcast's approach to tackling serious social issues alongside entrepreneurial themes is frequently noted as a unique strength.

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#207 Peter Freedman: The Aussie Billionare who changed Podcasting forever
Q: How do you view the future of the podcasting industry and why do you think it has grown?
Freedman attributes the growth of podcasting to people's desire for information and the financial motivations behind starting podcasts.
#207 Peter Freedman: The Aussie Billionare who changed Podcasting forever
Q: Can you go back to how it started then?
Freedman discusses his initial challenges and how he began RØDE by installing sound equipment but faced significant setbacks before achieving success.
#208 Mindset Expert: Signs You're Burnt Out & Don't Even Realise It! Sarah Grynberg
Q: How important is it for us to have good community around us to help us recognize and talk about these issues?
Having a supportive community is crucial, as it can guide individuals to seek help and provide encouragement during their journey of change.
#208 Mindset Expert: Signs You're Burnt Out & Don't Even Realise It! Sarah Grynberg
Q: How do most people decide that they're going to make that mindset change?
Most people change because they feel uncomfortable in their current situation, prompting them to look within and make improvements.
#206 Josh Szeps returns for another Uncomfortable Conversation
Q: How do you deal with the negativity, if at all?
Josh mentions he has largely left social media except for promotional purposes but acknowledges he does sometimes feel the effects of negativity.

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A unique blend of candid conversations and meaningful storytelling characterizes the content explored across episodes. Notably featuring guests from diverse fields, the discussions typically revolve around themes of personal growth, professional journeys, and societal issues, often highlighting experiences with addiction, resilience, or personal transformation. With an emphasis on transparency, each narrative reveals the challenges and triumphs faced by individuals, offering insights into their motivations and the lessons learned throughout their lives, making it particularly engaging for those interested in personal development and entrepreneurship.

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1. The Mentor with Mark Bouris
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3. Backstage with Cooper & Matty Johns
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Straight Talk launched 4 years ago and published 206 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Straight Talk include:

1. Sarah Grynberg
2. Daniel Mookhey
3. Andrea Clarke
4. Tara Rae Moss
5. Mat Steinwede
6. Ro Knox
7. Scott Yung
8. Angus Taylor

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