Big Bros

One of the real luxuries of interviewing guests from such different worlds, current and former athletes, authors, comedians, entrepreneurs and medical professionals, is getting access to a wide range of perspectives on the topics almost everyone in their 20s eventually has to confront. That is why these conversations matter, because hearing how different people have navigated similar questions can be incredibly grounding in your 20s.

Join Big Bros, Jeremy and Ilan, as they reflect on some of the most valuable lessons they have taken away from interviewing their guests. Expect to learn why your 30s may end up being more enjoyable than your 20s, the mindset tools that can help you build the life you actually want, whether there are limitations to loyalty, the biggest threat facing ambitious people, what it really means to structure your life in seasons, how noticing even the smallest changes in your body can protect your health, why even saving lives does not protect you from being torn down, the real cost of staying silent when you know you need to speak up, and much more!

Dive Into Some of Our Guest Episodes!
Ep 96. Danny Kennedy - Resilience Isn't Enough... Here's What You're Missing https://open.spotify.com/episode/5CTSNcrvFfWCIAgR1ewOKK?si=78755c14749e4032

Ep 99. Kate Berski - Why You're Feeling Stuck In Your 20s
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4VTAvHjZCjGgj9Pvsf9QIr?si=fd831d14b3424bbb

Ep 110. Hugo Toovey - How To Best Support a Mate Suffering Cancer
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3E4wAtCMfLSNpYfiHnuI9N?si=890c2a014c2543cd

Ep 131. Dyson Heppell - The Ultimate Test of Leadership & Loyalty
https://open.spotify.com/episode/3VjZp5GLvYcpjzNErbo86B?si=0f833c4871494177

Ep 137. Clint Stanaway - Reinvention After 25 Years in TV News Media
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6s3R4Ss1poIsIQi5s1d1F7?si=f29b5cc7f1bf4834

Ep 144. Caspar Tremlett - Business, Burnout & Becoming More Sure of Yourself
https://open.spotify.com/episode/4ayYAXlchbGJrMBQbL1xc0?si=eaea2418782e4476

Ep 146. Prof Charlie Teo - Australia's Most Fearless Neurosurgeon
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7JgD3wf3JYjKnfutkcUw8n?si=0525ce3b18cc4b00

Ep 155. Gerard Healy - "I Have Been Ashamed of My Country"
https://open.spotify.com/episode/7JgD3wf3JYjKnfutkcUw8n?si=95a620c72b674391

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Vinnie Brigante has made a name for himself across a few different spaces, from reality TV after appearing on Big Brother Australia 2025, to music and social media, while also working as a barber. While he comes across as funny, upbeat and easygoing, there is also a more reflective side to him, and that is where a lot of his insight and perspective really comes through. 

Join Big Bros, Jeremy and Ilan, as they sit down with Vinnie to unpack what reality TV taught him about himself, how he handled the pressure that came with it, and the biggest lessons he took from the experience. Expect to learn the real reason Vinnie was accepted onto Big Brother, whether being labelled fake actually got to him, what the experience taught him about human nature, whether there was more to his eviction than what the public saw, what the mental toll is of being followed by cameras 24/7, how he ended up singing in front of 30,000 people alongside Zach Bryan, what his upbringing reveals about the person he is today, and much more.

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vinniebrigante/
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/vinnie_brigante?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=d7ce57a6-66bf-457e-a041-d8194c0af393

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Gene Efron, better known as Tallncurly, is a Melbourne-based comedy and content creator who has amassed millions of views for his funny and relatable digs at Melbourne life, Australian culture, and for the everyday chaos of being a young adult. Although many know Gene as the quirky guy who can capture every corner of Melbourne culture, fewer know the story behind him, and how he came to tap into his creative side.

Join Big Bros, Jeremy and Ilan, as they explore the man behind Tallncurly, and how he developed the distinct creative voice that has made his take on Melbourne life and Australian culture so recognisable. Expect to learn what “Naarmcore” actually means, why Australian news anchors all seem to sound the same, what Gene’s rule is when it comes to offensive jokes, how Gene navigated the sunk-cost fallacy when leaving his old job as a psychologist to pursue his creative passions, whether you should chase security or take risks in your 20s, why he believes improv classes can be one of the most powerful tools for building confidence, and much more.

Check Out Gene!
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tallncurly/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tallncurly_
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tallncurly_
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557303623376
Email: [email protected]

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Gerard Healy is an AFL legend who played for the Melbourne Football Club and the Sydney Swans, won the 1988 Brownlow Medal, and was later selected in the Sydney Swans Team of the Century. He has since become one of the most enduring figures in Australian football through a long broadcasting career across Seven, 3AW, Fox Footy and now SEN, helping shape the way the game is understood both on and off the field. Although Gerard Healy is widely respected for his contribution to the AFL landscape, he has also gained enormous admiration within the Australian Jewish community for the clarity and courage of his recent commentary and advocacy, speaking openly against antisemitism and standing publicly with Jewish Australians.

Join Big Bros, Jeremy and Ilan, as they sit down with Gerard Healy for a powerful conversation about why he has chosen to use his voice and platform to advocate so strongly for Jewish Australians. Expect to learn why Gerard put his name alongside more than 60 Australian sporting figures calling for a royal commission into antisemitism, why he believes antisemitism has been allowed to fester over recent years, whether most Australians are still oblivious to the real threats and dangers Jewish people have faced, Gerard’s true thoughts on the AFL omitting any direct reference to Jewish people during its Bondi terror attack tribute, why standing against injustice feels personal to him, what he believes the AFL must actually do to stamp out antisemitism, how he felt receiving the Anti-Defamation Commission’s Medal of Honour for Courage Against Hate, what he sees as the broader consequences of antisemitism for Australian society, and much more!

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Flynn Martin is an Australian content creator who first drew widespread attention in 2022 after a viral video in which he questioned whether it was “OK to be a straight, white male.” Since then, Flynn has reflected publicly on that period and the influence of “manosphere” and “red pill” content, though he has spoken less about the mental health challenges he experienced both during and after that time. Today, Flynn is making an effort not only to entertain people through his online content, but also to speak candidly about his bipolar diagnosis and the real, often unique challenges that have come with his lived experience.

Join Big Bros, Jeremy and Ilan, as they dive beneath Flynn’s comedic front to explore who he really is, the highs and lows he’s faced, and the story behind the person people see online. Expect to learn what it’s actually like to experience psychosis and mania, how he went missing for two days, if overidentifying with mental health struggles can create further issues, how he navigated online hate in the real world, the crucial lifestyle changes he has made to protect his wellbeing, Flynn’s tear-jerking sweet spot story, and much more.

Content warning: This episode includes discussion around mental health, bipolar disorder, and distressing personal experiences, which may be triggering for some listeners. Please listen with care.

Support: If anything raised in this conversation feels overwhelming, support is available through Lifeline on 13 11 14, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 000.

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phlinmartin/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@phlynnmartin
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@phlinmartin

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To ‘work it up’ or to ‘live it up’ in your 20s? We all know ambition is a virtuous trait, but too much of it may come at a cost to your health, relationships, and sanity. So how do you achieve both, specifically in your 20s?

Join Big Bros, Jeremy and Ilan, as they unpack whether ambition and balance can co-exist on the same continuum. Expect to learn why you should split your year into different productivity seasons, the number one thing the self-help community gets wrong about balance, whether you should relinquish balance and lean harder into ambition in your 20s, where real work-life balance actually comes from, why you need to reframe your relationship with ambition, and much more!

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In this week’s episode we sat down with Darcy Tucker, previous AFL player who played 156 games across Fremantle and North Melbourne. His contract wasn’t renewed, and we get into what that actually feels like behind the scenes. Darcy breaks down how he handled the setback, what changed in his mindset, and what elite sport taught him about staying steady when things don’t go to plan.

Join Big Bros, Jeremy and Ilan, as they sit down with Darcy to unpack how he handled getting delisted, and what it forced him to build beyond footy. Expect to learn how Darcy has grown an identity bigger than being an elite athlete, the genuine impact mindset coaching has had on his wellbeing, what really went down behind the scenes when he was traded from Fremantle to North Melbourne, how Ross Lyon embarrassed Darcy during an open training session in front of fans, Darcy’s views on draftees now vs then, what Darcy wishes people knew him for beyond his AFL career, and much more.

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/darcytucker_/?hl=en

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Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/big-bros/id1672500877

Dr Chloe Carmichael is a clinical psychologist and best-selling author, widely regarded as one of the most trusted voices on emotional wellbeing and mental resilience. In recent years, she has also become a prominent voice on the case for free speech, arguing that open dialogue, cognitive autonomy, and the ability to tolerate discomfort are psychologically protective.

Join Big Bros, Jeremy and Ilan, as they sit down with Dr Chloe Carmichael to discuss why free speech and open dialogue matter for mental health. Expect to learn why so many people in healthcare tend to skew left, what advice Chloe would give to young people who feel pressured to stay silent, the real psychological and health costs of self-censorship, the number one thing she believes young people can do to build a more meaningful life, why legislating hate speech can backfire and deepen division, the one belief she used to hold that she has since changed, and much more!

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Website: https://www.drchloe.com/?srsltid=AfmBOopyLoo2cgsY4Evs2URRhg2BH9-OKfz0aDWQY6AU4rMknW3_xfBH
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drchloe_/?hl=en
Book: Can I Say That?: Why Free Speech Matters and How to Use It Fearlessly

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Join Big Bros, Jeremy and Ilan as they celebrate their 150th episode with a special Q&A episode, answering all of your questions and spicy dilemmas...
 
Expect to learn about how to respond when your partner wants to go on a “break” while they travel, how to actually deal with mental fatigue, whether it’s genuinely a red flag if your partner still has photos of an ex on their camera roll, our dream guests, whether Ilan ever holds back his real opinions because of his career, how to actually get a boyfriend or girlfriend, what the boys have learnt about each other, long term visions of the podcast, and much more!

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In this week’s episode we sat down with Max Viney, a Brazilian Jiu-jitsu (BJJ) black belt and multiple-time state and national champion who’s competed on the biggest stages in the sport. Max now brings that grappling expertise into the AFL and AFLW world, helping players gain a real physical edge through principles and techniques that translate directly to on-field performance.

Join Big Bros, Jeremy and Ilan, as they sit down with Max to explore what drew him to BJJ, and how the lessons from the mats have shaped his mindset on life, performance, and career. Expect to learn why BJJ is such an effective martial art, how growing up in a football-obsessed household sharpened Max’s inner competitive drive, how he translates elite grappling into practical tools AFL players can actually use on game day, the most underrated mindset lessons he learned from grappling, what consulting with AFL players has taught him about pressure, ego and performance, Max’s best advice for building real confidence and staying steady when nerves hit, his best tips for AFL tackling, and much more!

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maxvineyjj/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@maxvineyjj
Website: https://www.maxvineyjiujitsu.com/

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