Better Than Yesterday with Osher Günsberg

It was an absolute pleasure to sit down with Brisbane radio veteran Robin Bailey for a deeply honest and emotional conversation about the extraordinary highs and devastating lows of her life behind the microphone.

I first met Robin in the mid-90s at B105 - I was the overnight guy, she was a new breakfast producer. From there, she quickly cemented herself as a staple and a survivor of the brutal commercial radio industry. In Brisbane alone, she's worked across three commercial station, been sacked at least three times (and most recently re-hired after a month thanks to listener backlash).

But away from the microphone, Robin has endured a number of tragedies that many of us would struggle to come back from - and she's done it time and time again - all under the spotlight of her radio audience.

In this conversation, Robin shares the moments that shaped her career - and her life. She opens up about losing her former husband Tony to suicide, then another husband Sean to cancer, raising three sons through grief, navigating public scrutiny, and why authenticity became her greatest strength.

We also unpack memories of our radio careers, and how Robin would like to see the industry evolve, particularly for female presenters, producers and journalists.

This is a raw, powerful and ultimately hopeful conversation about survival, healing and choosing love in the face of pain.

And a note, this episode deals with suicide, mental health and grief. If you or someone you know need support, please see the resources below.

SUPPORT:
If this episode raises concerns for yourself or a loved one, help is available:

• Lifeline - 13 11 14 or https://www.lifeline.org.au/
• Beyond Blue - https://www.beyondblue.org.au/
• Suicide Call Back Service - 1300 659 467

LINKS 

• Robin's book 'Flamingos Aren't Born Pink' is available now
• Sign up to the Better Than Yesterday newsletter
• Watch episodes of Better Than Yesterday on YouTube
• Watch full stories recorded live at Story Club on YouTube
• Get tickets for our next Story Club show
• Get Osher's latest book "So What? Now What?" here
• Send a pic of what you're looking at to [email protected] 

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• The Reality of Living In The Outback: Brendan Cullen's Journey from Pain to Purpose
• Natalie Bassingthwaighte Lifts the Curtain on Her Career & Personal Struggles
• When Australian Idol's Wes Carr Picked Up A Shovel It Changed What Happens When He Picks Up A Guitar

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In this episode, you'll hear the true story of how I met — and nearly didn’t kiss — the woman who would become my wife. This was originally recorded live at Story Club at Sydney’s Factory Theatre, as part of a Valentine’s-themed show.

From terrifying encounters with a woman whose boyfriend worked for Kanye West, to a painfully unromantic first kiss involving vegan Tim Tams, it's a true story of love, vulnerability, and learning how to build a healthy relationship after years of chaos and self-destruction, plus some insights into storytelling, communication, and why true stories have the power to connect us in ways nothing else can.

If you like what you hear and want to be part of it, we do Story Club on a regular basis - all the links are below!

LINKS 

• Watch full stories recorded live at Story Club on YouTube
• Get tickets for our next Story Club show
• Sign up to the Better Than Yesterday newsletter
• Watch episodes of Better Than Yesterday on YouTube
• Watch full stories recorded live at Story Club on YouTube
• Get Osher's latest book "So What? Now What?" here
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• Anger Is Not Failure: Rethinking Motherhood with Lauren Novak
• Lucy Durack’s sure-fire method for achieving your wildest dreams
• What Putting Yourself Out There Gives Back, with Eliza and Liberty Paschke

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In this episode, trial lawyer and communication expert Jefferson Fisher explores the real art of communication — from difficult conversations and emotional regulation to ego, relationships and the hidden psychology behind how we speak to one another.

Drawing on his experience as a courtroom advocate and one of the internet’s most trusted voices on communication, Jefferson shares practical insights into staying calm under pressure, handling conflict without escalation, and learning how to truly listen. Together, Jefferson and I unpack why so many of us struggle with communication, how our upbringing shapes the way we argue and connect, and what happens when we replace human connection with screens and text messages.

We also cover the prevalence of public speaking anxiety, emotional intelligence, humility and the importance of curiosity over ego. Along the way, Jefferson offers simple but powerful tools for navigating heated moments, understanding what people really mean beneath their words, and becoming more intentional in the way we show up for others.

This insightful conversation is packed with useful advice you can use right now if you want stronger relationships, better conversations and a deeper understanding of what it means to truly connect as human beings.

LINKS 

• Catch Jefferson Fisher live in Australia in July 2026
• Jefferson's book 'The Next Conversation' is out now
• Sign up to the Better Than Yesterday newsletter
• Watch episodes of Better Than Yesterday on YouTube
• Watch full stories recorded live at Story Club on YouTube
• Get tickets for our next Story Club show
• Get Osher's latest book "So What? Now What?" here
• Send a pic of what you're looking at to [email protected] 

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• Why Winning Doesn’t Always Make You Happy with Ben Crowe
• How Social Media And Smartphones Are Rewiring Our Brains with Dr. Mark Williams
• The Concept Of Common Knowledge with Steven Pinker

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In this episode of Better Than Yesterday, we revisit a powerful conversation with Adam Garone, co-founder of Movember, to explore how one of the world’s most successful grassroots movements began not with a strategy or manifesto, but with a simple dare among friends.

What started in a Melbourne backyard as a playful challenge to bring back the moustache quickly evolved into a global campaign for men’s health. Over time, Movember has grown into a worldwide movement spanning more than 20 countries, engaging millions of participants and raising over a billion dollars for prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and mental health initiatives.

This episode unpacks the surprising mechanics behind Movember’s success: why playfulness can be more powerful than seriousness in capturing attention, how trust and community participation fuel organic growth, and why the organisation’s biggest innovation may be treating participants not as audiences, but as co-creators of the movement.

We also hear how Movember has helped reshape medical research itself—connecting previously isolated researchers across the globe and fostering collaboration that accelerates breakthroughs in men’s health.

It's a conversation about rethinking how change happens, and challenging the idea that movements need perfection or authority to begin. Instead, curiosity, connection, and a bit of irreverence can actually drive real-world impact.

LINKS 

• Listen to the full interview here
• Find out more about the great work of Movember here
• Sign up to the Better Than Yesterday newsletter
• Watch episodes of Better Than Yesterday on YouTube
• Watch full stories recorded live at Story Club on YouTube
• Get tickets for our next Story Club show
• Get Osher's latest book "So What? Now What?" here
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• How helping others as a part of your workflow can transform your career (w/Blair Joscelyne)
• The importance of creating a village around you feat. Gus Worland
• Caught between insanity and death: surfing icon Tom Carroll’s greatest triumph happened well away from the ocean

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In this very candid conversation, viral content creator 'Blue-Eyed' Kayla Jade joins me to unpack the realities behind sex work, online fame, motherhood and modern intimacy.

Kayla opens up about growing up in New Zealand, discovering sex work, building her successful OnlyFans page, and the stigma that still surrounds the industry. She shares the challenges of parenting while living publicly online and why she’s chosen to tell her story so openly. We also dive into her ADHD diagnosis and some of the surprising realities behind the world of high-end sex work.

This episode is illuminating, funny, and at times confronting. But ultimately it's a nuanced discussion about identity, shame, human connection, and one of the world's oldest jobs. 

It was a real pleasure to be able to sit down with Kayla Jade in person, and her book is worth a read.

LINKS 

• Kayla Jade's book 'Call Girl Confidential' is available now
• Follow Kayla Jade on Instagram or TikTok
• Sign up to the Better Than Yesterday newsletter
• Watch episodes of Better Than Yesterday on YouTube
• Watch full stories recorded live at Story Club on YouTube
• Get tickets for our next Story Club show
• Get Osher's latest book "So What? Now What?" here
• Send a pic of what you're looking at to [email protected] 

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• Trying To Belong In A World That Constantly Judges You (with Nikki Justice)
• The Importance of having uncomfortable conversations in a comfortable community with Josh Szeps 
• The business end of show business with the unstoppable Dannii Minogue

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Adam Jacobs made a name for himself in the business world as the co-founder of The Iconic. He then launched a venture called Hatch, an online recruitment platform dedicated to matching people with jobs they'd be suited to. 

Having studied Philosophy and Business, and worked around the world as a business consultant in addition to starting his own companies, Adam knows a thing or two about success ... well at least three. In this episode, I take you through three pearls of wisdom about success from my chat with Adam.

LINKS 

• Listen to the full interview here
• Sign up to the Better Than Yesterday newsletter
• Watch episodes of Better Than Yesterday on YouTube
• Watch full stories recorded live at Story Club on YouTube
• Get tickets for our next Story Club show
• Get Osher's latest book "So What? Now What?" here
• Send a pic of what you're looking at to [email protected] 

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• The Reality of Living In The Outback: Brendan Cullen's Journey from Pain to Purpose
• Why the greatest challenge in life is yourself, with Chris Ryan
• How to have a job that serves your life (not the other way around), with Tim Duggan

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Australia’s outback is world-renowned for it’s beauty, it’s uniqueness and it’s people. But what often isn’t spoken about is the sheer isolation living in these remote communities.

My guest on this episode is a man who has lived at the extremes — physically, mentally, and emotionally. Brendan Cullen has lived his life on the land. He’s navigated childhood trauma, isolation, depression and alcohol dependency - and come out the other side a better person and a better father.

In this conversation, Brendan opens up about the moment things caught up with him - when the mental load eventually became too heavy to carry alone and he could no longer wear the mask. He talks about the reality of living with depression, the brutal isolation of the rural Australia, and what it took to finally ask for help. He also talks about finally finding purpose, and how he managed to train to swim the English Channel in the middle of the outback.

It’s a candid yet important look at mental health, particularly in rural communities where silence and self-reliance are often the status quo. Brendan stands as a beacon of resilience forged the hard way, and proof asking for help can make a real difference.

SUPPORT:
If this episode raises concerns for yourself or a loved one, help is available:

• Lifeline - 13 11 14 or https://www.lifeline.org.au/
• Beyond Blue - https://www.beyondblue.org.au/
• Rural Health Connect - https://ruralhealthconnect.com.au/

LINKS 

• Brendan's book 'The Desert Swimmer' is available now
• Read more about Brendan here
• Follow Brendan on Instagram
• Sign up to the Better Than Yesterday newsletter
• Watch episodes of Better Than Yesterday on YouTube
• Watch full stories recorded live at Story Club on YouTube
• Get tickets for our next Story Club show
• Get Osher's latest book "So What? Now What?" here
• Send a pic of what you're looking at to [email protected] 

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• The Skills of Being Happier, with Happiness Researcher and Expert Declan Edwards
• What's Your Why? Unpacking motivation and purpose with Sam Wood
• Connecting Communities Through Creativity with Diesel (aka Mark Lizotte)

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Mark Wales is a former SAS commander, two-time Survivor competitor, bestselling author, and one of the most quietly compelling guests I’ve ever had around.

If you’ve ever wondered what we actually ask of the men and women we send to war (or to secure more oil), and whether we’re honest enough about the answer, this one’s for you

LINKS 

• Listen to the full conversation with Mark here
• Check out Mark's autobiography Survivor and novel Outrider
• Sign up to the Better Than Yesterday newsletter
• Watch episodes of Better Than Yesterday on YouTube
• Watch full stories recorded live at Story Club on YouTube
• Get tickets for our next Story Club show
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• Resetting Your Idea of Success with Brandon Jack
• What's Your Why? Unpacking motivation and purpose with Sam Wood
• The Biggest Lessons on Life from Those Who've Nearly Died with Dr Matt Morgan

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One of the hardest parts of parenting is one not many people talk about.

In this episode, we dive into the reality of “mum rage” — the intense, often shame-filled anger that can surface in the daily grind of parenting. Lauren Novak is a journalist, author and mum herself. Her new book 'Melt Down' explores the raw and often unspoken angry emotions that many mothers go through, yet few feel safe admitting. 

This honest and deeply personal conversation explores the gap between what we’re told parenting should feel like, and the pressure-filled reality it often is. We unpack the invisible mental load, the impact of sleep deprivation, chronic stress, and the relentless demands that can push even the most loving parents to breaking point. You’ll also hear about the anger–guilt cycle, why it happens, and how it can quietly erode wellbeing if left unspoken.

If you’ve ever felt overstretched, overstimulated, or just not good enough as a parent, this conversation will feel both validating and illuminating. Because the truth is: you’re not the only one — and talking about it might be the first step to changing it.

LINKS 

• Lauren's book 'Meltdown' is available now
• Check out Lauren's 'Mum Rage' survey here
• 'Sign up to the Better Than Yesterday newsletter
• Watch episodes of Better Than Yesterday on YouTube
• Watch full stories recorded live at Story Club on YouTube
• Get tickets for our next Story Club show
• Get Osher's latest book "So What? Now What?" here
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• Effective Discipline, Developing a child’s emotional skills, and setting boundaries as a parent (with Gen Muir)
• Raising Resilient Kids: 3 Quick Lessons from Dr. Sarah Woodhouse
• For grown men to ‘do better’ we must all ’do better’ for our young boys (with Maggie Dent)

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What if a crisis isn’t just something to endure, but a once-in-a-generation opportunity to rethink everything?

In this episode, I'm unpacking the idea of “crisitunity” (yes, inspired by Homer Simpson!) and exploring how a moment of disruption can become a catalyst for lasting change.

I'm taking you all the way back to 1973, when another global oil crisis brought The Netherlands to a standstill. Instead of waiting and hoping for normalcy to return, they made a bold decision: redesign their cities, prioritise people over cars (even banning them one day a week), and build what would become the world’s best cycling infrastructure.

Fast forward to 2026, and Australia is facing its own version of that moment—rising fuel prices, fragile supply chains, and a heavy dependence on imported energy. So the question is: will we just ride it out… or capitalise on this opportunity?

This episode explores what’s at stake, what’s possible, and why the choices we make right now could shape the future of how we move, live, and build a more resilient country.

LINKS 

• Sign up to the Better Than Yesterday newsletter
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• Watch full stories recorded live at Story Club on YouTube
• Get tickets for our next Story Club show
• Get Osher's latest book "So What? Now What?" here
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• Do You Really Love Animals? Or Do You Really Love To Hate People?
• The Truth Crisis: Separating Facts from Beliefs, Misinformation and Propaganda with Dom Thurbon
• Why Winning Doesn’t Always Make You Happy with Ben Crowe

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