Straight Talk with Mark Bouris
Too often, we avoid real conversations. Entrepreneur Mark Bouris sits down and gets to know people, understands what makes them tick, and shares the great and unusual things they’re doing. There’s no sugar coating. There’s no hiding behind fancy marketing slogans. Just an honest conversation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
In this episode, I sit down with Ro Knox, the Liberal candidate running for Wentworth, going up against independent MP Allegra Spender.
We unpack who Ro really is - her upbringing, schooling, and long career in business - and how that experience shapes her approach to politics. She speaks candidly about the need for stronger economic leadership, concerns around Australia’s credit rating under Labor, and what she believes Wentwor...
We got to know Peter Dutton in the last podcast - this one’s all about policy, Australia’s economy, and the future of the country. From housing and the cost of living to energy policy and the consequences of a Labor government. I’m not here to tell you who to vote for, but if you’re undecided and want to hear the Opposition Leader's Peter Dutton’s final pitch — this is the conversation to hear before you vote this Saturday.
Senator Andrew Bragg is a Liberal Senator for New South Wales, first elected to the Senate in 2019. Throughout his time in Parliament, Andrew has been active in shaping policy across superannuation, technology, financial regulation, and housing. In March 2024, he was appointed Shadow Assistant Minister for Home Ownership.
In this episode, Andrew unpacks his journey into politics, his work in the Senate, and his focus on major r...
Scott Yung is the Liberal candidate for Bennelong. He grew up in Sydney, raised in public housing by migrant parents, did great at school - and years later, he ended up working for me at Yellow Brick Road. Now, he’s running for federal parliament, putting his hand up to represent the people of Bennelong.
We sat down to talk about where he comes from, what shaped his values, his time in business, and why he’s stepping into politi...
Michael Hooper is a distinguished former professional rugby union player, best known for his role as an openside flanker and for captaining the Australian national team, the Wallabies.
We spoke about his playing career, life after footy, his transition to business and work with RCVRI, the current state of rugby union, and plenty more in between.
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Angus Taylor is the Shadow Treasurer of Australia and the Federal Member for Hume.
In this episode, we dig into Angus’ story - from growing up on a farm to studying economics at university, building a career across a variety of businesses, and ultimately stepping into politics. We talk about the tough economic conditions Australians are facing right now, his assessment of Labor’s economic model, and why he believes the Liberal P...
Jim Chalmers is the current Treasurer of Australia, a position he has held since May 23, 2022, under the Albanese government. We spoke about the recent Trump tariffs, the ongoing impacts of the trade war, and his political experience during the 2008 Global Financial Crisis. Jim also shared his personal journey-from his childhood in Logan, QLD, to his school years, and the moment he met the mentor who changed everything. He explaine...
*For context, this episode was recorded on Tuesday.*
Christopher Joye founded Coolabah Capital in 2011 and now leads over $15 billion in short-term fixed-interest investments as CIO. He drives strategy, pricing, and research, heads a top-tier team, and writes for The AFR as one of Australia’s leading economic minds.
In this episode, we unpack his journey, the mechanics behind his $15 billion fund, and his outlook on where the...
Lucinda Price (aka Froomes) is a writer, broadcaster, comedian - and one of the most popular Australian voices dissecting the modern internet.
Her debut book, All I Ever Wanted Was To Be Hot, is a refreshingly honest look at how pop culture, the internet and beauty standards shape the way we see ourselves. It’s funny, personal, and brutally real.
In this episode, we talk about her new book, her childhood, career journey, body ima...
Jai Opetaia is an undefeated Australian boxer, who holds the IBF cruiserweight world title.
We spoke about his climb to the top, what drives him in the ring, his passions outside of boxing, the importance of family, his thoughts on Riyadh Season, and so much more. It was a real privilege to sit down with one of the most electrifying boxing prospects Australia’s ever produced.
Delvene Delaney is an actress and documentarian. Her documentary, Love of an Icon: The Legend of Crocodile Dundee, pays tribute to Paul Hogan and honours her late husband, John Cornell.
John was not only a great friend of mine but, in my opinion, one of Australia’s greatest creative minds. His vision helped revolutionise cricket with World Series Cricket and co-create Crocodile Dundee, one of the most successful Australian films of ...
Skye Nicolson is an Australian professional boxer and the reigning WBC featherweight world champion, with an undefeated record and a gold medal from the 2018 Commonwealth Games.
Her story is one of resilience and inspiration.Skye's family has deep roots in boxing, with her late brother Jamie Nicolson being one of Australia’s greatest boxers, winning bronze at the 1990 Commonwealth Games and competing in the 1992 Olympics. Tragic...
Julia Morris is a powerhouse of Australian comedy, a celebrated TV host, and an all-around entertainer-and she's also a great mate.
We had an absolutely hilarious chat about life after divorce, her career, her ADHD diagnosis, and plenty more.
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Dylan Buckley is a former AFL player turned entrepreneur, founder of Clubby Sports, and host of Dyl & Friends. Through his podcast, he blends humour with deep conversations, unpacking career highs and lows, mindset, and success. With Clubby Sports, he’s redefining how athletes connect with fans and build a brand beyond the game.
We got into his journey-his AFL career, how he stumbled into podcasting, and how he’s taken over ...
Jeff Fenech isn’t just one of Australia’s greatest boxers—he’s one of my best mates, and a bloke I’ve got endless respect for. His story isn’t just about titles and belts; it’s about resilience, loyalty, and never backing down, whether in the ring or in life. From his early days stumbling into boxing to becoming a world champion, to now mentoring the next generation, Jeff’s always been about giving everything he’s got.
Jeff has ...
Lucy Jackson and Nikki Westcott are best friends and business partners behind the fashion label Jagger and Stone and wine brand Who is Jackson West? They also host Happy Hour with Lucy & Nikki, one of Australia’s most popular podcasts.
This one’s a cracker—Lucy and Nikki bring the energy as we dive into their journey, the influencer game, the chaos of entrepreneurship, dating, and plenty more.
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Alex Pereira is the reigning UFC light heavyweight champion and a former middleweight champion, widely regarded as one of the greatest combat sports athletes of all time.
I spoke with Alex at the exclusive VIP AOA Global event at the ICC Sydney Grand Ballroom, where we discussed his time in Australia, cornering Sean Strickland, the possibility of a fight against Oleksandr Usyk, his upcoming bout with Magomed Ankalaev, the meanin...
Bruce Buffer is best known as the iconic voice of the UFC.
The legendary octagon announcer is a true gentleman, a sharp entrepreneur, and a man with one hell of a life story. From discovering his long-lost brother, Michael Buffer, to the wild early days of the UFC and unforgettable nights in Vegas- this one’s got it all.
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Today, I had the chance to sit down with Dana White and NSW Premier Chris Minns ahead of UFC 312—an event that’s set to put Sydney on the global stage once again.
Dana is one of America’s most successful entrepreneurs, taking the UFC from a struggling business into a global powerhouse. Chris, along with Destination NSW, played a key role in securing this event for Sydney, recognising the economic and cultural impact the UFC brin...
I spoke to the reigning UFC Middleweight Champion Dricus Du Plessis before his rematch this Saturday at UFC 312 in Sydney.
We discussed his upcoming rematch with Sean Strickland, his journey to the top, what defines an elite champion, Alex Pereira being a cornerman for his opponent, his GOAT list, Conor McGregor, what’s next for him and much more.
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