Big Bros

Jeremy Tusia & Ilan Volchek
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The late teens and early 20s are a tumultuous journey. An influential period that can seem overwhelming, yet exciting. Those around us share their advice and experiences, but perhaps this perspective sharing may feel outdated and out of touch. Join Big Bros, Jeremy Tusia and Ilan Volchek, as they offer a refreshing and relatable outlook on all topics, juicy, fun, and philosophical drawing on their experiences as two young adults. 

  1. 4D AGO

    Ep 148. Roan Steele - Why Belief Outlasts Talent

    In this week’s episode, we sat down with Roan Steele, current Collingwood Magpies AFL young gun and mature-age recruit who fought his way through the VFL and WAFL before being selected in the 2025 mid-season draft. While many people picture footballers as having a smooth, linear path to the AFL after being drafted at 18, Roan’s journey was anything but conventional. Instead, his rise to the top level was defined by perseverance, patience, and an unwavering belief in himself despite repeated setbacks. Join Big Bros, Jeremy and Ilan, as they sit down with Steeley. Expect to learn how Roan developed resilience from a young age, how he navigated grief and personal growth following the passing of his father as a teenager, the biggest misconceptions about playing AFL, the truth about Collingwood’s famous comebacks, what it’s like running out to 100,000 fans, the challenges of having a long distance relationship, and much more. Check Out Roan Steele:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roansteele/?hl=en Get involved!  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigbros.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bigbrospodcast?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc  YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@bigbrospodcast  Email: podcast.bigbros@gmail.com   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/26ak0JfHWGAh1GYvKf9Gig?si=jvPhqUb5QSe96VvqVmgKUA  Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/big-bros/id1672500877

    49 min

  2. JAN 26

    Ep 147. Can You Change Your Identity?

    We all want to set ambitious goals, but why do so many of us fail to reach the goals we genuinely care about? The biggest lever behind whether you achieve those goals is not the system you use, but whether you believe you are the kind of person who can actually follow through and deserve the outcome. Join Big Bros, Jeremy and Ilan, as they break down how and why you should change your identity before you set goals. Expect to learn why goals run downstream from identity, what building a self-identity actually looks like in real life, what the be-do-have rule is when it comes to embodying your goals, what Ilan believes is the perfect template for defining your identity, the best questions you can ask yourself to help you forge a new identity, why you can choose who you want to be at any given time, and much more! DM us “SYSTEM” for the Identity Ladder Template! Get involved!  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigbros.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bigbrospodcast?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc  YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@bigbrospodcast  Email: podcast.bigbros@gmail.com

    30 min

  3. JAN 19

    Ep 146. Prof Charlie Teo - Australia's Most Fearless Neurosurgeon

    In this week’s episode, we are joined by Professor Charlie Teo AM, a globally recognised neurosurgeon, teacher, and philanthropist best known for pioneering minimally invasive brain surgery, operating on tumours many deem inoperable, and driving significant funding for brain cancer research. While Charlie is celebrated by many for giving patients a second chance at life, his career has also been marked by controversy, including legal disputes surrounding his professional conduct that have resulted in substantial restrictions on his surgical practice. Despite this, Charlie continues to engage meaningfully with medicine, education, and philanthropy, guided by a strong sense of personal conviction regardless of how he is perceived. Join Big Bros, Jeremy and Ilan as they dive deep with Professor Teo. Expect to learn how Charlie’s challenging childhood shaped who he is today, how he came to realise neurosurgery was his true calling, how he manages the expectations of patients facing life-threatening brain tumours, the biggest misconceptions people have about him, how tall poppy syndrome has influenced Australia’s healthcare system, where his self-confidence comes from, whether he is truly motivated by money, his views on corruption within healthcare, the advice he would give his younger self, why quality of life means different things to different people, and much more. Check Out Professor Teo: Website: https://www.charlieteo.com.au/ Charlie Teo Foundation: https://charlieteofoundation.org.au/ Cingulum: https://www.cingulumhealth.com/ Tedx Talks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZeC4dHVMCfU Get involved!  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigbros.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bigbrospodcast?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc  YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@bigbrospodcast  Email: podcast.bigbros@gmail.com

    52 min

  4. JAN 12

    Ep 145. Will Taylor - Behind The Skits

    In this week’s episode, we sat down with Will Taylor, sports content creator, Wattle Park Amateurs certified snag-kicker, and a bloke who’s built a following not just through humour, but through being genuinely open about his mental health. Will’s content hits because it’s not only bloody funny, it’s painfully relatable for anyone who’s grown up around Aussie sports culture. Join Big Bros, Jeremy and Ilan, as they sit down with Willy T to unpack how he first started making funny sporting skits, what the rapid growth has been like behind the scenes, and how he actually manages the attention that comes with it.  Expect to learn why a suspiciously large portion of the Indian cricket universe probably can’t stand him, how losing his dad to suicide as a teenager shaped his relationship with vulnerability and mental health, Will’s most practical advice for handling setbacks, Will’s opinion on masculinity, the changes at Wattle Park this season, how many niche mid-2000s cricketers the boys can pull from the memory bank, a live reenactment of Will performing the sexiest cricket shots, where the best toasties are in Melbourne, and much more! Check Out Will: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/willl.taylor_/?hl=en TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@will..taylor?_t=8gpqexlp46c&_r=1 Cameo: https://www.cameo.com/willtaylor4056 Email: hello@clubbysports.com Get involved!  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigbros.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bigbrospodcast?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc  YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@bigbrospodcast  Email: podcast.bigbros@gmail.com

    44 min

  5. JAN 5

    Ep 144. Caspar Tremlett - Business, Burnout & Becoming More Sure of Yourself

    In this week's episode we sat down once again with Caspar Tremlett, marking his second appearance on the podcast. Former co-owner of the popular clothing brand Mertra and now fashion advisor, Caspar brings a wealth of knowledge when it comes to fashion, entrepreneurship and creativity, but what’s even more impressive is his level of introspection and self-reflection. Join Big Bros, Jeremy and Ilan, as they sit down with Caspar for what feels like a chat with your mates. Expect to learn what becoming “more sure of yourself” feels like, how to measure what is an expense versus an investment, Caspar’s debilitating experience with burnout, how to reframe your relationship with failure in a way that actually sticks, how Caspar figured out his why and the legacy he wants to leave behind, the truth about starting a fashion brand, how to deal with the darkest moments in business, what it’s really like working in Bali, why treating different life phases as seasons is a personal development cheat code, why Caspar cares so deeply about what he does, and much more. Check Out Caspar: Website: https://caspartremlett.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caspartremlett/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiUZkRQ8ZP4MApPB8f-Ebrw Get involved!  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigbros.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bigbrospodcast?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc  YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@bigbrospodcast  Email: podcast.bigbros@gmail.com

    51 min

  6. 12/16/2025

    Ep 143. How To Stand Out This Summer

    As the year winds down, summer isn’t something to drift through, it’s something to use. This is the window to be intentional about how you rest and reset, but also provides an opportunity to try new things, meet new people and perhaps discover new passions.  Join Big Bros, Jeremy and Ilan as they break down their top tips for making the most of the coming summer months. Expect to learn how to confidently make conversation at summer events, why there is no better time to start that new activity, what Jeremy believes are the upcoming fashion items for men, the honest truth about hot boy and girl summer, what figuring out the best version of you looks like during summer, and much more. Happy new year sisters & bros.  Thank you for your continued love and support. Get involved!  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigbros.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bigbrospodcast?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc  YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@bigbrospodcast  Email: podcast.bigbros@gmail.com

    30 min

  7. 12/08/2025

    Ep 142. Tom Boyd - The Truth About AFL Aftercare

    In this week's episode, we sat down Tom Boyd, former number 1 AFL draft pick and 2016 Western Bulldogs Premiership Hero, and mental health advocate. While many remember Tom for his pivotal role in breaking the club’s 62-year premiership drought, others know him for something even more significant, his leadership in bringing genuine mental health struggles into the public conversation. Tom has been open about the challenges that ultimately led to his early retirement, and he now uses his voice through advocacy work and keynote speaking to not only share his story, but to shape how we understand mental health in the AFL and broader community. Expect to learn the one key piece of advice he’d give his 18-year-old self, whether Tom still wrestles with his mental health, what he sees as his greatest personal strength, what he believes is one of the major drivers of mental health decline in retired players, how he handled the public scrutiny that followed his retirement, why he thinks shifting the draft age would have huge implications for player wellbeing, whether a dedicated mental health round is on the horizon, and much more. Check Out Tom Boyd:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tomboyd17/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tomboyd17/?originalSubdomain=au Get involved!  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigbros.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bigbrospodcast?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc  YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@bigbrospodcast  Email: podcast.bigbros@gmail.com

    47 min

  8. 12/01/2025

    Ep 141. The Truth About Loyalty

    Should you be loyal at all costs? People love to romanticise loyalty, treating it like a badge of honour that proves you’re reliable, principled, someone worth trusting. But the darker side rarely gets examined. Loyalty can be a shield we hide behind, a convenient excuse to avoid confronting what we really want, or a way to delay decisions we’re too scared to make. Join Big Bros, Jeremy and Ilan, as they unpack what it really means to be loyal. Expect to learn whether loyalty still matters when it isn’t reciprocated, the crucial distinction between blind loyalty and healthy loyalty (and where you probably fall), why the people who claim to be the “most loyal” often carry the deepest resentment, the overlooked downsides of loyalty that few are willing to admit, and much more. Get involved!  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bigbros.podcast/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bigbrospodcast?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc  YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@bigbrospodcast  Email: podcast.bigbros@gmail.com

    30 min
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The late teens and early 20s are a tumultuous journey. An influential period that can seem overwhelming, yet exciting. Those around us share their advice and experiences, but perhaps this perspective sharing may feel outdated and out of touch. Join Big Bros, Jeremy Tusia and Ilan Volchek, as they offer a refreshing and relatable outlook on all topics, juicy, fun, and philosophical drawing on their experiences as two young adults. 

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  • Creator
    Jeremy Tusia & Ilan Volchek
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    148
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Big Bros
  • Show Website
    Big Bros

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