"Everyone can make their narrative, and you can't control it."

Steph Claire Smith and Laura Henshaw are the co-founders of KIC – a wellness and health brand. 

While the fitness industry and the tech industry is one of the noisiest markets, KIC is one of the biggest apps in Australia.  

Buy You Take Care by Steph Claire Smith and Laura Henshaw

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Dr Charlie Teo is Australia's most well-known neurosurgeon for right and wrong reasons. 

Since the end of 2021, Teo has been unable to operate in Australia due to restrictions on his licence. 

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Iliza Shlesinger is an American comedian, actress, television host, executive producer, and screenwriter.

One of today’s leading comedians with a fan base who shows their loyalty by creating Iliza-inspired swag to wear to her shows. Fans have seen her and her comedy evolve from “party goblin” to a mother and voice of the “elder millennial” generation. 

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What's it like to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy?

Retired Army Major General Mick Ryan AM shares his insight almost a year on from when the Russia-Ukraine first broke at the start of 2022.

He shares why he thinks Zelenskyy is the greatest leader of the 21st century, where the war is going next, and what comes next.

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Mark Manson's orange book, The Subtle Art of Not Giving A F*ck continues to strike a chord with audiences across the globe. 

With over 15 million copies sold, readers love its no-bullshit, life-changing advice. The book has now made its way onto the screen.

As we continue to be tested by things outside of our control, this chat is a reminder that there are only so many things we can give a fuck about, so we need to figure out which ones really matter.

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Assadi Youssef is a cybersecurity consultant working at KPMG.

He helps Australian businesses improve cybersecurity because he knows how to exploit their weak points. 

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Resilience is a muscle that needs to be constantly exercised. When you listen to these moments, know there is always light at the end of the tunnel. 

1. Nedd Brockmann is yet to find his limit after running across Australia – Part 2
2. Alex Fevola had no other choice but to choose resilience 
3. Russell Manser: From bank robbery, prison to surviving lifelong trauma & finding justice 
4. Em Rusciano: All my life I've just wanted to be seen 
5. The Abdallah family find strength, freedom and peace in forgiveness

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Reflect on your favourite Straight Talk episodes of 2022. 

Thanks for tuning in for a fantastic year.

Make sure you check out the full episodes: 

4. Tai 'Bam Bam' Tuivasa: 'i'll have a crack at anything'

3. Porn Star Angela White: I make very good money, but I also work very hard

2. If you want to achieve great things, you need to chase discomfort: Running across Aus for the Guinness world record with Nedd Brockmann – Part 1

1. Why you're not achieving the things you want in life: James Smith PT

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Nedd Brockmann returns to Straight Talk after achieving the unthinkable in 47 days – running from Perth's Cottesloe Beach to Bondi in Sydney. 

After raising A$2.5m for homelessness, Nedd reflects on what only two people have achieved in the country's history. 

Mark first met Nedd in June, months before he hit the pavement for the big run in November 2022, when his social following was just a few thousand – now it's upwards of 250k.

He has inspired a nation. But what will Nedd do next? 

Listen to Mark's part 1 with Nedd Brockmann here

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Sooshi Mango is a comedy trio that consists of two brothers, Joe and Carlo Salanitri, and their best friend, Andrew Manfre.

First gained popularity when they started in 2015 upon the virality of their video Italians Vs Greeks and Ethnic Dads on Facebook.

They have broken the record as the first Australian comedy act to perform three shows at Rod Laver Arena, which seats 15,000 people.

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