Too often, we avoid real conversations. Entrepreneur Mark Bouris sits down and gets to know people, understands what makes them tick, and shares the great and unusual things they’re doing. There’s no sugar coating. There’s no hiding behind fancy marketing slogans. Just an honest conversation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mark Bouris speaks to business owners and entrepreneurs, finding out what makes them tick and their plans for growth. Some business owners are on the way up and enjoying new success, others are at a turning point. Mark digs into their stories and finds out why they set out to create their own path, their challenges and where they go from here. Based on his own personal experiences and learnings, he also passes on his own guidance on how to take their business to the next level. Hosted on Aca ...
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#194 Trump, Iran & Israel: Ceasefire or are we in WW3? Military Strategist on what happens next
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1:01:28In this episode recorded today, I speak with military strategist Major General Mick Ryan. After 35 years in the Australian Army, including deployments to East Timor, Iraq, and Afghanistan, and service on the U.S. Joint Staff, Mick now advises companies across Australia, the UK, and the U.S. He breaks down the recent Iran-Israel confrontation and th…
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#487 Standing Out by Slowing Down: The Rise of The Bird Whiskey with Paul Giles
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49:13I’m proud to be a co-owner of The Bird Whiskey, alongside Andrew Nugent — but the person running the show every day is Paul Giles. In this episode, we sit down with the man who’s been flying the flag for The Bird since day one. Paul shares how this whiskey came to life, the story behind the name, and why we’ve taken a different path—focused on auth…
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#193 Michael Katsidis: The Former Boxing World Champion’s Rise, Fall & Comeback
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1:15:29Michael Katsidis, a former Australian Olympian and world champion boxer known for his relentless, aggressive style and multiple lightweight titles, earned global respect for his thrilling battles and unshakable resilience in and out of the ring. Today, as a mindset coach, he shares hard-earned wisdom from his personal struggles—including addiction,…
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#486 — Built It, Scaled It & Sold It. David Short’s Liquor Success & What’s Next
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1:00:23David Short went from running major operations in the liquor industry to backing himself and launching Shorty's Liquor—a boutique business that built a reputation serving some of Australia’s biggest corporates. In this episode, he takes us through the highs and lows of building Shorty's from scratch, the grind of sales and team building, and the bo…
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#192 Andy Cooks on the Intensity of Chef Life, Overcoming Addiction & Blowing Up Online
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1:17:49Andy Hearnden—better known as Andy Cooks—is a digital chef with over 15 million followers across TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook. With more than 20 years of professional kitchen experience, Andy’s mission is simple: to help people cook better food at home. This episode is a raw, honest, and practical chat with someone who’s lived through i…
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#485: Burnt Crusts & Second Chances: Pizza Bros’ Recipe for Reinvention with Joey Pepperoni & Marty McFly
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1:01:25When Joey Pepperoni and Marty McFly launched Pizza Bros in 2019, they saw a pizza scene obsessed with tradition—and asked: Where’s the rebel energy? Their answer? A mobile pizza truck that crashed festivals until COVID left them bankrupt, in debt, and delivering pizzas to survive. I sat down with Joey and Marty (between oven rotations at The Imperi…
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#191 We Mean Well: A Hilarious Chat with Lu & Jarchy on going viral, staying real & what’s next
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53:20Jarchy & Lu host one of Australia’s most popular podcasts, We Mean Well, and they’ve shot to fame in the world of social media. But I actually met Jarchy — aka Jack Archdale — 10 years ago when he was doing a show called The Streets of Sydney. It was great to chat with them about their journey, how they’ve built such a massive audience, their uniqu…
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#484: The Future of Finance: How Swyftx is Redefining Crypto Trust in Australia with Jason Titman
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1:03:39When Jason Titman took the helm of Swyftx in 2019, he saw a crypto industry riddled with complexity—and a glaring gap: Where was the customer-first mindset? His answer? An exchange that treats Web3 like any trusted service, not a Wild West gamble. Jason and I sit down for a conversation as he breaks down the Swyftx difference, and why culture—not j…
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#190 Project 100: Gary Brecka Reveals the Root Cause of Disease & How we can Live Longer
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47:32This is Part 1 of my podcast with Gary Brecka. To hear the full 90-minute episode, just search Project 100 with Mark Bouris wherever you get your podcasts. Gary Brecka is one of the world’s top human biologists and longevity experts, and in this episode he breaks down how to live longer, stronger, and better. If you’re serious about taking control …
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#483: Moving towards Bassike 2.0: Building a Sustainable Fashion Brand with Deborah Sams
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56:34When they launched Bassike in 2006, Deborah Sams and Mary Lou Ryan weren’t just starting a brand—they were solving a problem. Frustrated by the lack of high-quality, sustainable wardrobe staples, they set out with a mission to build what didn’t exist. From day one, their vision was clear: organic cotton, Australian craftsmanship, and ethics woven i…
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#189 Why Stories Matter: Tara Rae Moss on Violence, Advocacy & the Human Spirit
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59:08Tara Rae Moss is an author and advocate, now hosting a new season of the award-winning domestic violence podcast There’s No Place Like Home. We speak about her fascinating life, her approach to writing, what inspires her book characters, her advocacy work, and much more. Listen to the There's No Place Like Home podcast here: https://www.futurewomen…
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#482: AI’s Impact on you and your Business: What Every Owner needs to know with Tracy Sheen
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49:39When she was a kid, Tracy Sheens—author, businesswoman, and AI commentator—was obsessed with how tech worked. Today, she’s still tearing systems apart… only now, it’s AI myths she’s dismantling to help businesses win. In this episode, we discuss everything from automation myths to why AI won't steal your job - but not using it might put you behind.…
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#188 Mat Steinwede’s Story: Addiction, Fatherhood, Grief & becoming one of Australia’s top Real Estate Agents
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1:07:29Mat’s been to hell and back with addiction - and turned it all around to become one of Australia’s top real estate agents. We had a deep conversation ranging from going down the wrong path, addiction, grief, fatherhood, success and much more. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter & YouTube. You can subscribe to the newsletter here: htt…
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"Business isn't for the faint hearted..." - Small Business Callout: 'The Bragmat Bloke' by Ivana Alfonso
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28:59Ivana Alfonso has worked many jobs since emigrating from Croatia at a young age. Coming out of the pandemic in 2020, Ivana's husband, a keen angler, found himself selling brag mats and making a considerable profit. Ivana and her husband saw potential, and a way to entertain themselves when self-isolation was the norm. They combined their respective…
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#187 Jack Della Maddalena: Is this Australia’s Next UFC World Champion?
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24:15This conversation was recorded back in February while Jack was in Sydney for UFC 312, before his championship fight with Belal Muhammad was announced. We sat down for a conversation with Jack Della Maddalena, we talked about his fighting, his journey into MMA, and what drives him in the octagon. From his unique striking style and training regimen t…
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"Something had to give..." - Small Business Callout: 'Mumma's Beans Coffee' by Maika Hehir
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23:27When pregnancy left her craving coffee without the guilt, this mum turned her ‘what if?’ into Mumma’s Beans—a warm hug in a cup for thousands of health conscious Australians seeking a lower acidity lower caffeine brew that won't upset their gut or spark jitters and anxiety. Founded during a canceled wedding and fueled by love (and caffeine), they d…
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#186 Ro Knox: Running for Wentworth & what she wants to bring to Parliament
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35:27In this episode, I sit down with Ro Knox, the Liberal candidate running for Wentworth, going up against independent MP Allegra Spender. We unpack who Ro really is - her upbringing, schooling, and long career in business - and how that experience shapes her approach to politics. She speaks candidly about the need for stronger economic leadership, co…
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#185 Peter Dutton: The Election Week Interview - The Coalition’s Policies & Australia’s Future with Labor
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1:40:35We got to know Peter Dutton in the last podcast - this one’s all about policy, Australia’s economy, and the future of the country. From housing and the cost of living to energy policy and the consequences of a Labor government. I’m not here to tell you who to vote for, but if you’re undecided and want to hear the Opposition Leader's Peter Dutton’s …
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"A matter of survival for a lot of businesses..." - Small Business Callout: 'Offshore Boat Sales' by Jason Graham
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41:06Offshore Boat Sales is a family-run business dedicated to crafting high-quality, custom boats—whether for serious anglers or weekend explorers—designed to suit every budget and lifestyle. With trusted brands such as Cutting Edge Marine Plate Alloy Boats, Yamaha Outboards, Garmin Electronics and All things Business through Cutting Edge Business Solu…
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#184 Senator Andrew Bragg on fixing the Housing Crisis, Reforming Super & life inside Parliament
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1:08:12Senator Andrew Bragg is a Liberal Senator for New South Wales, first elected to the Senate in 2019. Throughout his time in Parliament, Andrew has been active in shaping policy across superannuation, technology, financial regulation, and housing. In March 2024, he was appointed Shadow Assistant Minister for Home Ownership. In this episode, Andrew un…
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#183: Scott Yung on running for parliament & why he’s the right person to represent Bennelong
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1:04:32Scott Yung is the Liberal candidate for Bennelong. He grew up in Sydney, raised in public housing by migrant parents, did great at school - and years later, he ended up working for me at Yellow Brick Road. Now, he’s running for federal parliament, putting his hand up to represent the people of Bennelong. We sat down to talk about where he comes fro…
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"I really don't see any support " - Small Business Callout: "Mildura/Bison Waste & Recycling" from Mark Forbes-Wilson
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22:58Picture this: a waste management company that doesn’t just haul away your junk—it builds up its community. That’s 'Mildura Waste & Recycling', a 100% locally owned Mildura business with a passion for reliability, fairness, and sustainability run by Mark Forbes-Wilson. From sourcing Aussie-made bins to supporting local fundraisers, they’re all about…
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#182 Michael Hooper on leading the Wallabies & life beyond the game
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1:17:48Michael Hooper is a distinguished former professional rugby union player, best known for his role as an openside flanker and for captaining the Australian national team, the Wallabies. We spoke about his playing career, life after footy, his transition to business and work with RCVRI, the current state of rugby union, and plenty more in between. Me…
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"They're doing nothing..." - Small Business Callout: 'Lloyds Constructions' by Anthony Lloyd
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36:21Lloyds Building and Constructions Pty Ltd is owned by Anthony Lloyd, a qualified carpenter with an ACT builder's license and over a decade of experience in both commercial and domestic construction. Since completing his apprenticeship in 2009, Anthony has built a strong reputation in Canberra's building industry. But with Australia's economy tighte…
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#181 Angus Taylor: The Shadow Treasurer’s plan for Australia’s future economy
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1:24:33Angus Taylor is the Shadow Treasurer of Australia and the Federal Member for Hume. In this episode, we dig into Angus’ story - from growing up on a farm to studying economics at university, building a career across a variety of businesses, and ultimately stepping into politics. We talk about the tough economic conditions Australians are facing righ…
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#180 Treasurer Jim Chalmers on Trump's Tariffs & the case for another term of the Labor Government
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1:14:56Jim Chalmers is the current Treasurer of Australia, a position he has held since May 23, 2022, under the Albanese government. We spoke about the recent Trump tariffs, the ongoing impacts of the trade war, and his political experience during the 2008 Global Financial Crisis. Jim also shared his personal journey-from his childhood in Logan, QLD, to h…
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'Challenging at the best of times ...' - Small Business Callout: 'The Real Florist' by Renee Williams
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37:34Step into The Real Florist, owner Renee Williams's dreamy florist café, a place where fresh blooms and great coffee collide. Located within the heart of Albury's CBD, their talented team has a passion for floristry education, offering workshops to teach you the skills to craft stunning personalised arrangements, all done in a relaxing atmosphere, m…
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#179 Christopher Joye: Trump’s Tariffs & How the Trade War will hit Australia
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59:37*For context, this episode was recorded on Tuesday.* Christopher Joye founded Coolabah Capital in 2011 and now leads over $15 billion in short-term fixed-interest investments as CIO. He drives strategy, pricing, and research, heads a top-tier team, and writes for The AFR as one of Australia’s leading economic minds. In this episode, we unpack his j…
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#178 Lucinda Price: Inside the World of Froomes, her creative process & a candid discussion on Body Image
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57:39Lucinda Price (aka Froomes) is a writer, broadcaster, comedian - and one of the most popular Australian voices dissecting the modern internet. Her debut book, All I Ever Wanted Was To Be Hot, is a refreshingly honest look at how pop culture, the internet and beauty standards shape the way we see ourselves. It’s funny, personal, and brutally real. I…
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"Most small businesses are two weeks from burn out" - Small Business Callout: 'Sam Beau Patrick' by Sam Beau Patrick
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25:06For over 37 years, Sam Beau Patrick has dedicated her career to holistic health—first as a nurse and pharmaceutical rep, then as a naturopath and health performance coach. Today, she’s a published author, art therapist, and life coach who blends science, nature, and creativity to help clients worldwide. But with Australia's economy tightening, she'…
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#177 Jai Opetaia: How the Boxing Champ became one of the Baddest Men on the Planet
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45:45Jai Opetaia is an undefeated Australian boxer, who holds the IBF cruiserweight world title. We spoke about his climb to the top, what drives him in the ring, his passions outside of boxing, the importance of family, his thoughts on Riyadh Season, and so much more. It was a real privilege to sit down with one of the most electrifying boxing prospect…
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#481 From the Garage to a 120-Person Powerhouse: How Bulk Nutrients took over the supplement game
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59:06Ben Crowley isn’t your typical health entrepreneur. He started out teaching English in Japan, got hooked on boxing, and ended up building one of Australia’s leading supplement businesses. Today, he runs Bulk Nutrients, the flagship sponsor of our Project 100 series. In this episode, I sit down with Ben to unpack how he built a high-growth, direct-t…
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#176 Delvene Delaney: The Untold Story Behind Australia’s Most Iconic Film - Crocodile Dundee
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1:24:48Delvene Delaney is an actress and documentarian. Her documentary, Love of an Icon: The Legend of Crocodile Dundee, pays tribute to Paul Hogan and honours her late husband, John Cornell. John was not only a great friend of mine but, in my opinion, one of Australia’s greatest creative minds. His vision helped revolutionise cricket with World Series C…
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"We hire 97% of the people in the economy" - Small Business Callout: 'Coastal Asbestos' - Jason Spaull
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25:24My team and I have been paying attention, and one thing is clear - you want to hear from businesses beyond Sydney, not just the success stories, but especially those facing real challenges. That’s why we’re launching The Small Business Callout under The Mentor channel-giving business owners across the country a voice. In between The Mentor episodes…
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#175 Skye Nicolson: The rise of Australia’s new boxing superstar
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1:14:00Skye Nicolson is an Australian professional boxer and the reigning WBC featherweight world champion, with an undefeated record and a gold medal from the 2018 Commonwealth Games. Her story is one of resilience and inspiration.Skye's family has deep roots in boxing, with her late brother Jamie Nicolson being one of Australia’s greatest boxers, winnin…
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