The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show

Apr 15 2025 193 ep. 35 mins 149

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Australian Journalist and TV Presenter Jess Rowe jumps past the small talk, to show you a different side of her famous guests in these heartfelt and honest conversations.

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Brooke Boney 'I felt like I'd been punched in the gut'

Apr 15 2025 45 mins

Brooke Boney is a proud Gamilaroi woman and trailblazing journalist, known for using her platform to spark conversation around Indigenous affairs and advocate for those less fortunate. She made history as the first Aboriginal woman in a major commercial TV role on The Today Show. In this conversation, Brooke shares her personal journey from the lasting impact of the Stolen Generati

Tierney Brothers ‘It was pretty brutal’

Apr 08 2025 43 mins

Human Nature’s sibling duo Andrew & Mike have faced the highs and lows of the music industry, from personal struggles and creative clashes to balancing family with fame. Their debut album as a duo marks a turning point, offering a unique window into their lives, struggles and triumphs. In this raw and emotional conversation, the brothers open up about their personal

Ione Skye 'I was just in over my head'

Apr 01 2025 48 mins

Ione Skye was the ultimate cool girl of the 80s and 90’s. A rising Hollywood star with undeniable talent and a rebellious spirit. She made her debut in River’s Edge alongside Keanu Reeves before cementing her status as a Gen X icon in Say Anything with John Cusack. But behind the scenes, her life wasn’t the Hollywood fairy tale many imagined. From her high-profile

Vincent Fantauzzo ‘It took me 10 years to tell my wife’

Mar 25 2025 55 mins

Award-winning portrait artist Vincent Fantauzzo gained recognition when his striking portrait of friend Heath Ledger won at the Archibald Prize. He became one of Australia’s most acclaimed portraitists, painting Hugh Jackman, Julia Gillard, and Asher Keddie; whom he unexpectedly fell in love with while painting her portrait. In this episode, Vince shares how he overcame pover

Christine Anu ‘I was doing it in plain sight’

Mar 18 2025 51 mins

Christine Anu is a beloved Australian singer, actress, and cultural icon, known for her powerful voice and advocacy for Indigenous culture. Her hit song My Island Home has become an anthem of belonging, identity, and connection This is Christine Anu like you've never heard her before as she opens up to Jess about grief, motherhood, mental health, and addiction. She reflects on losi

Layne Beachley ‘No one sees the shit you go through’

Mar 11 2025 51 mins

Layne Beachley is widely regarded as one of the greatest female surfers of all time, with seven World Championship titles to her name. Beyond her surfing career, she is a passionate advocate for personal growth, women's empowerment, and making a difference through motivational speaking. Off the surfboard, Layne shares her life with rock star husband Kirk Pengilly of INXS In this ep

Michelle Brasier 'I didn't see that coming'

Mar 04 2025 44 mins

In this heartfelt and deeply honest episode, Jess sits down with comedian, actor, and musician Michelle Brasier to explore the complexities of grief, loss, and finding light in the darkest moments. Michelle opens up about losing both her father and brother to cancer only to be told that she herself has a 97% chance of developing it. Michelle’s unique perspective reminds us th

Guy Pearce ‘I was devastated about that’

Feb 25 2025 34 mins

Award-winning actor Guy Pearce has graced our screens for 40 years, from his breakout role as Mike in Neighbours to an acclaimed career across film, television, and theatre both in Australia and internationally. Beyond acting, he's also a musician and a proud dad to his son, Monte In this episode, Guy and Jess dive into how fatherhood has transformed his life and why vulnerability

Mahalia Barnes 'That was probably the darkest period for me'

Feb 18 2025 42 mins

Mahalia Barnes has been in and around music her entire life. A powerhouse soul and blues vocalist and the daughter of Jimmy & Jane Barnes, Mahalia was destined for the stage. She’s toured alongside legends like Bruce Springsteen and Bryan Adams, among many others, and now Mahalia is stepping out of her comfort zone to take on an iconic role in Jesus Christ Superstar.

Gabby Bernstein 'Ditch your Resolutions and do this instead'

Feb 11 2025 23 mins

Gabby Bernstein is a number one New York Times bestselling author, spiritual teacher, & a self love specialist! Oprah Winfrey calls her a ‘next generation thought leader’ and her latest book ‘Self Help’ is the ultimate guide to healing your life & re-thinking the patterns that hold you back. Gabby says the best practice for making our New Years resol