
Real leaders. Real conversations. Real opinions.
What drives someone to speak up, stand out, and keep going when the pressure hits hard? Uncommon Ground is a monthly podcast hosted by entrepreneur and philanthropist Talal Yassine, where he sits down with high-profile Australians who aren’t afraid to challenge the status quo.
In each episode, Talal goes beyond the headlines to explore the values,... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 21 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EntrepreneurshipManagementBusiness | |||

From arriving in Australia unable to speak English to becoming one of the youngest mayors in the country, Bilal Hayek’s story is one of resilience, service and deep community connection.
In this episode of Uncommon Ground, Bilal reflects on his mi... more
In this powerful episode of Uncommon Ground, Professor Talal Yassine sits down with Shaun Christie-David, a social enterprise leader, restaurateur, and the founder of Colombo Social, Kabul Social, Kyiv Social, and the Plate It Forward Foundation.
F... more
In this episode of Uncommon Ground, Talal Yassine sits down with Andrew Robb, former Trade and Investment Minister and one of the most influential political strategists of his generation for a rare and deeply personal conversation.
Andrew reflects ... more
In this episode of Uncommon Ground, Talal sits down with OzHarvest Founder and social entrepreneur Ronni Kahn to explore the personal journey behind one of Australia’s most impactful purpose-led organisations.
From growing up in apartheid-era South... more
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- The show leans into deeply human conversations with high-profile Australians who challenge the status quo, exploring values, personal struggles, and the drivers behind public figures. Episodes weave storytelling, leadership lessons, resilience, and social impact across business, politics, media, sports, and philanthropy, often linking lived experiences to broader societal issues.
- Expect candid origin stories, practical takeaways for leadership and entrepreneurship, and a willingness to tackle tough topics—from representation and social justice to governance and policy. A distinguishing thread is the blend of for-profit ambition with social impact, spotlighting founders, policymakers, and activists who pursue measurable change while navi... more
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Recent guests on Uncommon Ground include:
1. Bilal Hayek
2. Shaun Christie-David
3. Andrew Robb
4. Ronni Khan
5. Yasser Zaki
6. Anthony Mundine
7. Hugh Riminton
8. Nabil Hafza
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