The Charles Kovess Show

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 sustaina

In this episode, I share my recent travels to Ireland and Hungary, where I pursued my mission to promote industrial hemp as a solution to Ireland’s looming €8 billion emissions penalty from the EU. Speaking at the Hemp Horizons Conference in Dublin, I outlined five practical ways hemp can help reduce greenhouse gases while revitalising Irish agriculture. From uniforms for first

In this episode, just after Valentine's Day, I focus on the extraordinary potential of industrial hemp and its power to revolutionise our world. As I prepare to travel to Europe to speak at the Hemp Horizons Conference in Dublin, Ireland on 27 February, I share powerful, startling, provocative insights into how hemp can solve major global challenges. (Go to hemphorizons.org) Austra

Anxiety is a debilitating force that holds many people back, but it doesn’t have to. In this episode, I share a wonderful roadmap to eliminate anxiety with nine practical steps that can transform your anxious life. Drawing on over 31 years of experience working with clients, I guide you through a structured process to understand, identify, and ultimately overcome the beliefs and

In this episode, I reflect on Australia Day 2025 and the broader concept of national culture. Every nation has a culture shaped by its people, and I challenge you to consider: what do you want your national culture to be? Drawing on examples from Australian history and my family’s immigrant journey from Hungary, I discuss how culture evolves, how migration influences it, and why

In this episode, I dive into a bold and powerful theme for 2025: "Holding the Bastards Accountable." I share my vision for ensuring that politicians and bureaucrats who behave badly, dishonestly, or corruptly are held to account, even after leaving office. Reflecting on the changes since the start of this show in 2020, I highlight how much our lives have shifted and the importance

In this week's episode, I explore the fascinating concept of reality and how we can shape it. As we approach the Christmas and New Year period—a time of reflection and possibilities—it's the perfect opportunity to examine what drives our beliefs and behaviours. I discuss the truth that we each create our reality and I unpack what it means to be "realistic". I pose nine pivotal

In this week’s episode of The Charles Kovess Show, I explore the profound insights and inspirations gleaned from Barbra Streisand’s new autobiography, My Name is Barbra. This 950-page masterpiece not only showcases her exceptional career and achievements but also provides a powerful lens through which we can examine self-awareness and passion. Barbra’s detailed journaling, a

In this week’s episode, I explore the concept of tipping points in history and the profound impact they have on humanity. Using examples such as the fall of the Berlin Wall and the reigns of leaders like Stalin and Hitler, I delve into how pivotal moments can drastically alter our trajectory, for better or worse. The focus of this episode is my declaration that Donald Trump’s r

In this episode, I explore the recently released Australian government inquiry into its C0V!D-19 actions. This inquiry, though limited and nowhere near the thoroughness of a proper Royal Commission, uncovers a disturbing catalogue of questionable and unlawful conduct by politicians, public servants, and government consultants. I argue that these were not "mistakes" as claimed, but