Beau Ryan is well known to Australians as a former NRL star turned TV & Radio personality, comedian, and host of The Amazing Race Australia. But behind the laughs and quick wit is a man who has wrestled with identity, pressure, and the search for meaning. At 40, Beau is opening up about what it really means to be a good man, a father, and a leader, and why he’s still learning along the way.

In this heartfelt conversation with Jess, Beau reflects on the emotional complexities of masculinity, the impact of his upbringing, and the lessons he’s learning as a dad. He shares openly about imposter syndrome, the cost of chasing success, and the struggle to balance career with presence at home.From mental health struggles to redefining fatherhood, Beau reflects on the man he is now and the one he’s striving to be. This is Beau Ryan as you’ve never heard him: honest, emotional, deeply human.

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LINKS:

• Watch or stream The Amazing Race Australia Celebrity Edition on Ten

• If you loved this chat with Beau we think you'll love Jess's conversation with Grant Denyer here 
• If you love what we do, why not follow the show, and rate and review on Apple or Spotify

CREDITS:
Host: Jessica Rowe
Guest: Beau Ryan 
Executive Producer: Nic McClure
Audio Producer: Nat Marshall 
Digital Content Producer: Zoe Panaretos

The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show acknowledges the Gadigal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders peoples here today.

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Ryan Corr is one of Australia’s most acclaimed actors, known for his raw talent, versatility, and fearless performances across film, television, and theatre. From his breakout roles in Packed to the Rafters and Holding the Man, to international acclaim in House of the Dragon, The Water Diviner, Wolf Creek 2, and Netflix’s Heartbreak High, Ryan has built a career defined by authenticity and emotional depth. Now starring in the powerful new film Kangaroo, he continues to bring humanity and vulnerability to every role while remaining deeply committed to truth-telling through art.

In this first ever podcast appearance, Ryan reflects on balancing creativity and self-care, and the grounding role of therapy and family. Together, Jess and Ryan explore the healing power of storytelling, the responsibilities of being a creative voice, and how films can help us navigate love, loss, and resilience. This is a conversation about artistry, purpose, and what it means to act with truth at the centre.

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LINKS:

• Don’t miss Ryan in Kangaroo, in Cinemas from Sept 18

• To learn more about the Kangaroo Sanctuary & Rescue Centre, the real-life inspiration behind the film, and what to do if you ever come across an injured kangaroo visit kangaroosanctuary.com 

• If you loved this chat with Ryan we think you'll love Jess's conversation with Guy Pearce here 
• If you love what we do, why not follow the show, and rate and review on Apple or Spotify

CREDITS:
Host: Jessica Rowe
Guest: Ryan Corr 
Executive Producer: Nic McClure
Audio Producer: Nat Marshall 
Digital Content Producer: Zoe Panaretos

The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show acknowledges the Gadigal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders peoples here today.

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Four Time Gold Logie Winner Lisa McCune is one of Australia’s most beloved performers.  From her unforgettable role as Maggie Doyle in Blue Heelers to her remarkable career on stage and screen, Lisa has been part of our lives for decades. But behind the spotlight, Lisa treasures her role as a mother above all else.

In this episode you’ll discover Lisa McCune is a women’s woman through and through, from mentoring new talent, to cheering on our stars, she’s always lifting other women up. She reflects on Maggie Doyle’s lasting legacy, the freedom she’s found in living a simpler, more intentional life, and opens up about love, relationships, and why she wishes she had four lifetimes to experience it all. And don’t miss her priceless reaction to Jess’s Blue Heelers bombshell.

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LINKS:

• Don’t miss Lisa in The 39 Steps, book your tickets here 

• If you loved this chat with Lisa we think you'll love Jess's conversation with Rebecca Gibney here 
• If you love what we do, why not follow the show, and rate and review on Apple or Spotify

CREDITS:
Host: Jessica Rowe
Guest: Lisa McCune 
Executive Producer: Nic McClure
Audio Producer: Nat Marshall 
Digital Content Producer: Zoe Panaretos

The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show acknowledges the Gadigal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders peoples here today.

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Janine Allis is a trailblazing entrepreneur, Shark Tank investor, and Australian Survivor contestant nicknamed ‘The Godmother. From launching Boost Juice from her kitchen table to navigating the cutthroat world of reality TV, she’s built a career and a life rooted in resilience, authenticity, and bold choices.

In this conversation, Janine opens up about the lessons she’s learned from business, life, and Survivor. She reflects on the physical and mental challenges of the game, the tricky dynamics of deception in reality TV, and how Survivor shook up her marriage in the best way, thanks to a letter that turned her into a ‘hot mess’ and brought her and her husband even closer.

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LINKS:

• Don’t miss Janine on Survivor Australia vs The World, Sunday to Tuesday on Channel 10, and catch up anytime on Ten.

• If you loved this chat with Janine we think you'll love Jess's conversation with Pia Miranda here 
• If you love what we do, why not follow the show, and rate and review on Apple or Spotify

CREDITS:
Host: Jessica Rowe
Guest: Janine Allis 
Executive Producer: Nic McClure
Audio Producer: Nat Marshall 
Digital Content Producer: Zoe Panaretos

The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show acknowledges the Gadigal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders peoples here today.

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Belinda Carlisle’s unmistakable voice has spanned decades. Rising to fame as the lead singer of the Go-Go’s Belinda redefined what women in rock could be. From the punk scene of LA to topping international charts, she’s forged a career marked by creativity, resilience, and reinvention. 

In this candid conversation, Belinda opens up to Jess about her extraordinary life on and off the stage. She shares the exhilaration and challenges of breaking barriers with the Go-Go’s, the impact of media scrutiny on her body image, and her long struggle with imposter syndrome, even at the height of fame. Belinda shares her journey through addiction, the turning point that led her to sobriety, and how mindfulness and meditation transformed her life.

Content Warning: This conversation touches on substance addiction and you'll hear some detailed descriptions of the damage that addiction can do to your mind and body

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LINKS:

• Belinda’s new studio album, Once Upon a Time in California, is a nostalgic trip through the songs and stories that shaped a generation. Pre-order today ahead of its August 29 release
• Keep an eye out for Belinda's 2027 Australian tour details here
• If you loved this chat with Belinda we think you'll love Jess's conversation with Kate Ceberano
• If you love what we do, why not follow the show, and rate and review on Apple or Spotify

CREDITS:
Host: Jessica Rowe
Guest: Belinda Carlisle
Executive Producer: Nic McClure
Audio Producer: Nat Marshall 
Digital Content Producer: Zoe Panaretos

The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show acknowledges the Gadigal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders peoples here today.

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Paul Field is a singer, songwriter, and former member & manager of The Wiggles. Paul is also a bereaved father and advocate for child safety and SIDS awareness. His life took an unexpected and heartbreaking turn with the loss of his daughter Bernadette to sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) a tragedy that has shaped both his personal journey and his commitment to helping others through grief.

In this moving episode, Paul opens up about navigating the unimaginable loss of a child, sharing how grief has woven itself into his life in waves rather than stages. He speaks about the power of remembering loved ones, the importance of open conversations about grief and the significance of clinging together in times of loss, and the role of Red Nose Day in raising awareness and preventing SIDS. 

A gentle Content Warning: This episode includes discussion of SIDS and the loss of a baby. Please take care as you listen.

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LINKS:

• This Red Nose Day (August 28th), Paul is asking you to wear a red nose or donate here to help save little lives.
• If you loved this chat with Paul we think you'll love Jess's conversation with Christine Anu here
• If you love what we do, why not follow the show, and rate and review on Apple or Spotify

This episode is dedicated to the memory of Bernadette, and to all loved ones who remain forever in our hearts.

CREDITS:
Host: Jessica Rowe
Guest: Paul Field 
Executive Producer: Nic McClure
Audio Producer: Nat Marshall 
Digital Content Producer: Zoe Panaretos

The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show acknowledges the Gadigal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders peoples here today.

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Guy Sebastian is one of our most loved and enduring artists. Since bursting onto our screens as the first winner of Australian Idol, he’s carved out a career defined not just by chart-topping hits, but by his soulful voice, authenticity, and generous heart. Beyond the spotlight, Guy is a devoted husband to Jules Sebastian and a proud dad, driven by a genuine desire to connect, uplift, and give back.

In this episode Guy opens up about navigating the highs and lows of fame, and the quiet power of staying grounded. He speaks candidly about love, fatherhood, friendship, and his evolving relationship with faith, and why, for him, music is ultimately an act of service. Whether reflecting on his marriage or the inspiration behind his latest album, Guy’s warmth and wisdom shine through in this conversation about purpose, self-belief, and staying true to yourself no matter the noise around you.

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LINKS:

• Guys new album '100 Times Around the Sun is available now!
• Want to see Guy Live? Grab your tickets here 
• You can find Guy’s new fragrance I’VE exclusively at Chemist Warehouse
• If you loved this chat with Guy we think you'll love Jess's conversation with Dicko here
• If you love what we do, why not follow the show, and rate and review on Apple or Spotify

CREDITS:
Host: Jessica Rowe
Guest: Guy Sebastian 
Executive Producer: Nic McClure
Audio Producer: Nat Marshall 
Digital Content Producer: Zoe Panaretos

The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show acknowledges the Gadigal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders peoples here today.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Damon Gameau is an acclaimed filmmaker, author, actor and activist known for his powerful storytelling that sparks change. You might know him from That Sugar Film, or from his roles in The Tracker, Balibo, Love My Way and Puberty Blues. With a passion for uplifting young voices, Damon’s work champions creativity, empathy and hope as essential tools in addressing our environmental crisis.

In this inspiring conversation, Jess and Damon explore how care and empathy can be powerful forces for change. They discuss the role of children as catalysts for action, the importance of reconnecting with our shared humanity, and how joy, hope and collective action can help shape a better future. Damon reminds us that even in a wounded world, there is space for purpose, playfulness and possibility.

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LINKS:

• In Future Council, Damon takes eight kids on the ultimate road trip across Europe to seek solutions to our greatest ecological challenges. Book tickets here 
• If you loved this chat with Damon we think you'll love Jess's conversation with Sarah Wilson here
• If you love what we do, why not follow the show, and rate and review on Apple or Spotify

CREDITS:
Host: Jessica Rowe
Guest: Damon Gameau
Executive Producer: Nic McClure
Audio Producer: Nat Marshall 
Digital Content Producer: Zoe Panaretos

The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show acknowledges the Gadigal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders peoples here today.

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In this SAFE SPACE episode, we explore what it’s really like to be a Porn Star, as Angela White takes us behind the scenes of the adult film world.

Angela is the most searched adult performer globally and among the top earners on OnlyFans, sitting in the highest percentile of adult content creators. She’s a boundary-pushing filmmaker, academic, and advocate reshaping the adult industry on her own terms.

In this episode Angela reveals what life in the adult industry is really like, from the dynamics of intimacy on set,  to the importance of communication, consent, and understanding your own desires. This conversation invites curiosity, challenges assumptions, and encourages all of us to embrace our sexuality without shame. Whether it’s redefining empowerment or dismantling taboos around older women in porn, Angela’s insight offers something valuable for any woman who’s ever wondered what it means to fully own her body and her choices.

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains adult themes and is for grown-up ears only. So if you've got little ones nearby, now's a good time to grab your headphones.

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• Angela White is rewriting what it means to be a woman in adult film, on her terms. Check out her Instagram & TikTok for insights, activism and unapologetic glam  head to her for more
• If you love what we do, why not follow the show, and rate and review on Apple or Spotify

CREDITS:
Host: Jessica Rowe
Guest: Angela White 
Executive Producer: Nic McClure
Audio Producer: Nat Marshall
Digital Content Producer: Zoe Panaretos

The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show acknowledges the Gadigal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders peoples here today.

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In this SAFE SPACE episode, Jess sits down with Steph Trethewey to explore what it’s really like to be a rural mum, isolated, without support, and raising a newborn in the middle of nowhere.

Former TV journalist Steph left her high-profile career behind to raise a family on a remote Tasmanian farm, but what followed was a brutal mental health spiral into postnatal depression. Cut off from her community, career, and sense of identity, she found herself deeply unravelling, an experience shared by many rural mothers across Australia.

In this powerful conversation, Steph shares the unseen toll of rural motherhood, including staggering statistics: over 70% of rural mums say isolation is the hardest part of parenting, and half don’t have access to a mother’s group. This is a must-hear episode about resilience, breaking down, and the strength it takes to ask for help.

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LINKS:

• Out of Steph’s darkness came Motherland, a community for bush mums that has became a lifeline for rural women across Australia.
• Listen to the Motherland Australia Podcast here
• If you love what we do, why not follow the show, and rate and review on Apple or Spotify

CREDITS:
Host: Jessica Rowe
Guest: Steph Trethewey
Executive Producer: Nic McClure
Audio Producer: Nat Marshall
Digital Content Producer: Zoe Panaretos

The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show acknowledges the Gadigal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders peoples here today.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.