The Charles Kovess Show

Happy New Year! This first episode of 2026 invites you to reflect deeply on what will truly make it a "happy" year. I explore the powerful connection between happiness and success. Success, as Earl Nightingale wisely put it, is "the progressive realisation of a worthy ideal." It’s not about arriving at the goal, but progressing towards it.

So what is a worthy ideal? I share eleven of mine that fuel my passion and...

In this week’s episode, I explore the idea that if you notice a problem, you may be the one meant to solve it. Each of us sees the world through our unique lens - nobody else has our exact experiences, thinking style, or passions. That’s why we mustn't just complain about problems but take passion inspired action to address them.

I share how this principle has guided my life - from pursuing justice through law, to promoting hea...

In this episode, I shine a bright light on the extraordinary lies being told to us by governments, especially around health. 

The USA's CDC has quietly admitted on its offical website there is no evidence that vaccines don't cause autism; that the debunking of vaccines as a cause of autism was not based on evidence; this is a stunning reversal after 30 years of denial. I explore how two powerful books, Forbidden Facts by G...

In this episode, I’m joined by Joe Pane, an expert in emotional fitness and behavioural profiling. 

Joe’s journey from the corporate world to transformational coaching is deeply inspiring. He shares how his work helps people shift their relationship with uncertainty, turning what many fear into a powerful catalyst for growth. 

Joe explains his metaphor of the swimming pool, illustrating the spectrum of uncertainty from variety to ful...

In this week’s episode, I expose the grave threat posed by the Australian Government’s push for a digital ID - and why it must be resisted. 

While sold to us as a tool for security, convenience, and fraud prevention, digital ID is nothing less than a mechanism for mass control. 

I detail 22 clear, understandable and disturbing ways it can be used to restrict your freedoms - from tracking every purchase you make, limiting what you can...

This week, I reflect on how your focus determines your power, and therefore your results. It was my birthday week, and I truly felt the love. Thank you to all who sent me well wishes. But beyond the celebrations, we must stay focused amidst the items and issues of local and global chaos.

I explore the concerning report that the Vatican has installed a Muslim prayer room at St Peter’s. If true, this is a further sign of the deep corr...

In this episode, I had the privilege of speaking with Greg Sheridan AO, one of Australia’s most respected journalists and thinkers, about his two powerful books: How Christians Can Succeed Today and God is Good for You. Our conversation included the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk, a passionate Christian who had a profound impact on the lives of many young people. This murder has ignited new urgency around the question: can Ch...

In this episode, I explore the hidden agendas behind much of what we're being told by politicians, media, and global organisations. On this Father’s Day - and also my granddaughter Mila's 10th birthday - I reflect on the influences of my own father and the freedom he and my mum sought by coming to Australia. That same passion for freedom fuels everything I do, from fighting for health and truth, to promoting industrial he...

In this week's episode, I delve into the crucial issue of productivity, both at the national and personal levels. 

Australia, like many Western nations, is experiencing a steep decline in productivity and living standards. Politicians and bureaucrats blame everything but themselves, but I argue that the truth lies in the personal and individual detail of how we live and work. 

I give you practical, visible examples of what a dec...

In this week’s episode, I speak passionately about the urgent need to defend the Christian foundations of national constitutions, including that of Australia. 

In light of recent, well-funded and ongoing protests across Melbourne and Sydney - ostensibly in support of Palestine - I highlight the concerning silence from our politicians and the lack of action by our police, and the increasing influence of political Islam in Australia. ...

In this week’s episode, I reflect on the inspiring 35-year success story of Bevmarks, the sleep professionals. While Melbourne was packed with passionate rugby fans watching the British and Irish Lions edge out the Wallabies, I had the privilege of speaking at Bevmarks' annual awards night. My keynote centred on passion as the critical driver of sales and business success.

I shared the importance of taking personal responsibili...

In this episode, I explore the powerful connection between America’s 4th of July and your self-awareness. The 56 men who signed the Declaration of Independence risked their lives and wealth for freedom. It prompts me to ask: is there anything you value more than your life? I share insights into how defining your core values, like integrity, health, and freedom, guides your decisions and shapes the life you truly want. I challenge y...

In this week’s episode, I share insights from my whirlwind trip to Berlin for the European Industrial Hemp Association Conference, where I spoke about international expansion in my role as an Executive Board Member of the Federation of International Hemp Organizations. 

The energy in the room was electric—passionate “hempsters” from around the globe united by a shared cause to promote this extraordinary plant. 

We explored hemp'...

In this week's episode, I explore the vital truth that your life is in your blood. 

Inspired by Shane Leong’s powerful presentation at the World of Wellness, I explain why you must take ownership of your health by getting and understanding your blood test results. 

Your blood carries your life force, and the so-called “normal range” used by most doctors is a woefully inadequate analysis. 

You are unique, so why should you accept ...

In this week's episode, I challenge the dangerous obsession with perfection, especially in our expectations of politicians, partners, professionals, personnel, and priests. Prompted by ongoing reactions to Donald Trump, I explore how Trump Derangement Syndrome has blinded many to his achievements simply because he doesn't fit a moral ideal. This same pursuit of perfection undermines our relationships, our workplaces, and ...

In this week’s episode, I explore why passionate leaders are essential for building great businesses. 

If leaders lack passion, their teams simply can’t find the spark to deliver extraordinary results. 

Drawing on current political examples, I contrast Peter Dutton’s passionless leadership and the disastrous election results for the Liberal Party with Donald Trump and Bobby Kennedy Jr., who both embody the courage that comes from dee...

In this week's episode, I reflect on the importance of freedom, especially during this significant time around Anzac Day. 

I dive deep into why the ANZACs fought and why their sacrifices matter more than ever. 

I explore how freedom is under attack in many subtle and not-so-subtle ways: unreasonable laws, corrupt judges, government overspending, 15-minute cities, climate lies, bodily autonomy violations, and restrictions on free...

In this week’s episode, I tackle the rise of the “I’m offended” crowd - a devious and calculated game that threatens your freedom of speech.

 This manipulative strategy has surged over the past decade, weaponising feelings to silence those with differing views. I break down nine practical responses you can use when someone plays this game with you. From the dismissive “And?” to more playful or pointed replies, I urge you to be prepa...

In this 225th episode, which also marks the fifth anniversary of the Show, I reflect on one of the biggest questions we all face: will you choose truth or comfort? The recent announcement of a federal election in Australia sparked my further exploration of how our values shape our choices — especially when it comes to government spending, personal integrity, and national sustainability. 

More than half of Australian adults are on th...