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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. 

The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show LiSTNR

    • Society & Culture
    • 4.4 • 778 Ratings

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. 

    What is SAFE SPACE? and why I need your help with it

    What is SAFE SPACE? and why I need your help with it

    As you know I love to skip the small talk and have deep conversations with my guests, but to do that I need to create a SAFE SPACE to have these BIG talks. Coming up on the podcast, I’m going to open up these conversations beyond my famous guests to people who don't often get a chance to share their story in a safe place without judgment. But I want to know who would YOU like me to offer the BIG talk microphone to?

    Share your suggestions HERE 
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    • 2 min
    How do you live in a world that wasn't meant to accommodate your body? with Elly-May Barnes

    How do you live in a world that wasn't meant to accommodate your body? with Elly-May Barnes

    Misconceptions about disability can often lead to isolation and judgment, but with open conversations and greater understanding we can help break down barriers. In this BIG question episode Jess is joined by musician Elly-May Barnes who was diagnosed with cerebral palsy when she was a toddler. Elly-May is also part of the rock and roll Barnes family and has been performing with her dad Jimmy since she was a young girl.

    In this powerful conversation Elly-May emphasizes the importance of self-acceptance and being unapologetic about who you are despite the challenges you face. She also reveals the power of music as a release and expression, and how it has helped her cope with feelings of isolation by giving her a sense of belonging and connection.

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    LINKS:

    Elly-Mays debut album ‘No Good’ is available now!

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    CREDITS:Host: Jessica RoweGuest: Elly-May BarnesExecutive Producer: Nic McClureAudio Producer: Nat Marshall Digital Content Producer: Amy Code 

    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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    • 24 min
    Denise Drysdale 'It didn't matter what I said, it was taken the wrong way'

    Denise Drysdale 'It didn't matter what I said, it was taken the wrong way'

    Denise Drysdale joins best friend Jess straight out of the jungle reflecting on her experience of reality show ‘I’m A Celebrity … Get Me Out Of Here’

    Hear these besties debrief on all the jungle goss including being ‘on a different wavelength’ to some of the other campmates, what's really going on with contraband, and why she didn't hug anyone when she left. Neesy also reveals who she formed the most unexpected friendships with, how she remained positive despite the hardships and if she had her time in the jungle again what she would do differently.

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    If you love what we do, why not follow the show, and rate and review on Apple or Spotify

    Is there someone you'd like to hear on the podcast? Send Jess your guest ideas here

    CREDITS:Host: Jessica RoweGuest: Denise Drysdale Executive Producer: Nic McClureAudio Producer: Nat Marshall Digital Content Producer: Amy Code 

    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.

    • 26 min
    Jay Laga'aia 'What did I do wrong?'

    Jay Laga'aia 'What did I do wrong?'

    Jay Laga’aia is a much loved actor, singer, TV presenter, and musical theatre star who is currently starring in Grease The Musical. He also has one of the biggest hearts thats had a profound impact on so many others, including Jess who reveals to Jay in this episode what his unexpected act of kindness meant to her.

    Jay also opens up about the challenges he has faced in his career and the lessons he has learned from them, including his time on TV’s iconic Playschool ending after 16 years. Jay also gets emotional about his role as a parent,  and the process of letting go and allowing his children to find their own paths.  You might want some tissues on hand for this conversation.

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    LINKS:

    Catch Jay as Vince Fontaine in Grease the Musical, more electrifying than ever before, details here

    If you love what we do, why not follow the show, and rate and review on Apple or Spotify

    Is there someone you'd like to hear on the podcast? Send Jess your guest ideas here

    CREDITS:Host: Jessica RoweGuest: Jay Laga'aiaExecutive Producer: Nic McClureAudio Producer: Nat Marshall Digital Content Producer: Amy Code 

    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.

    • 36 min
    Simone Callahan ‘You have to have forgiveness’

    Simone Callahan ‘You have to have forgiveness’

    Simone Callahan is a yoga teacher, mum of three and author who's passionate about sharing her love of yoga to help you transform your life. Her wellness journey was instrumental to her healing process when her marriage to Shane Warne ended. 

    In this episode Simone explains how yoga has helped her to build resilience, stand in her power, and maintain grace while navigating some of the most turbulent times in her life. She opens up to Jess about navigating grief, and how the family felt the support of the Australian public during their most difficult time of losing Shane. 

    There is so much to learn from Simone in this conversation about the importance of self-love, the practice of being present, expressing gratitude, and finding inner peace during difficult time.

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    LINKS:

    In her stunning book 'Growing with Grace'  Simone explores the power of self-care, resilience, bravery and positivity. 

    If you love what we do, why not follow the show, and rate and review on Apple or Spotify

    Is there someone you'd like to hear on the podcast? Send Jess your guest ideas here

    CREDITS:Host: Jessica RoweGuest: Simone CallahanExecutive Producer: Nic McClureAudio Producer: Nat Marshall Digital Content Producer: Amy Code 

    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.

    • 37 min
    The pep talk I gave Denise before she entered the jungle for I’m A Celebrity ... Get Me Out Of Here!

    The pep talk I gave Denise before she entered the jungle for I’m A Celebrity ... Get Me Out Of Here!

    You might have heard that my bestie, Denise Drysdale has gone into the jungle for I'm A Celebrity ... Get Me Out Of Here! I was the last person to speak with her before she boarded the plane for South Africa, and in this episode I'm going to share how she was feeling at the airport, her plans for the camp, and the advice I gave her.

    Know someone who'd enjoy this episode?  Why not share it with them by tapping the 3 dots above ⬆︎ and passing it on

    LINKS:

    You can catch Denise on the tenth season of I’m A Celebrity … Get me out of Here!   on 10 and 10play and insta updates here

    If you love what we do, why not follow the show, and rate and review on Apple or Spotify

    CREDITS:Host: Jessica RoweExecutive Producer: Nic McClureAudio Producer: Nat Marshall Digital Content Producer: Amy Code 

    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.

    • 9 min

Customer Reviews

4.4 out of 5
778 Ratings

778 Ratings

Siobhan TM ,

Legend⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Denise Drysdale is an absolute legend! The ‘oldest’ contestant to ever set foot in the jungle with gruelling conditions lasted 10 days! Denise always makes me laugh and comes across as a kind and very thoughtful person. Winner in my eyes!

Celby17 ,

Fantastic podcast and love the snorting

What can I say except this podcast is just what I needed. I have known about Jessica Row for a long, long time and admire her as a journalist, but I have just discovered her podcast and I have started right back at the very beginning when she interviewed Karl Stefanovic, who I also love. Jess says how it is and she is very open about her thoughts and gives you time to process the discussions that she has with various people. The conversations that she had with Abby Chatfield and the girls from the Life Uncut podcast was so out of her comfort zone, but she just takes everything in and is willing to learn more about social media and young women today. I am hooked on this podcast and my hat goes off to you Jess. Keep up the fantastic work.

Jodee333 ,

Holly

What an extraordinary woman. 💜

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