The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show

Mary Coustas was going through one of the hardest times of her life; when it clicked all of a sudden; she was going through menopause. That was when she realised that women weren't talking enough about the nuances of menopause. Mary hadn’t even spoken to one of her best friends, Naomi Watts about it, despite Naomi founding a business breaking down the stigma around menopause. So Mary decided...

During menopause, for a lot of us sex and intimacy feels like the last thing we want to do. Dryness, sensitivity, and mood swings aren't exactly sexy. But you might also not want to throw in the towel on sex, especially when you have a partner you want to be intimate with. Jess is joined by clinical psycholosexual therapist Dr Margaret Redelman who doesn't hold back on her straight-forward advice...

Pip Edwards is an icon; the fashion designer, entrepreneur and business woman always seems to be doing a hundred things at once. But behind the scenes, she was struggling with a whole host of symptoms that turned out to be early perimenopause. In this honest conversation, she opens up about what this time in her life was like, what perimenopause has taught her about herself and how she's finally s...

Laura Brown edited the glossiest magazines in the world, then she got fired. Laura had ended up at the very top of the fashion food chain as editor- in-chief of Instyle, until she and most of her team were shown the door. Instead of hiding she turned it into a movement. With her friend Kristina O’Neill, she co-wrote the book All The Cool Girls Get Fired and co-hosted a podcast, helping women...

Miranda Kerr has been a household name since she was a teenager. Since first entering the modeling industry at only 13, she's gone on to walk the Victoria's Secret runway, start her own business with Kora Organics skincare, and more recently made headlines for paying the medical debt of over 250,000 Californians alongside her husband, Evan Spiegel. She's also had her share of hard times, and opens...

Lucia Domenica's life has been nothing short of fascinating. She's an author, a mother, and her career has spanned from working as a phone sex line operator, to working as a receptionist at brothels. Her stories are incredible, and they’re part of her memoir Operator 56. In this compelling conversation, Lucia opens up to Jess about her time in the sex industry, what she learned about men, an...

Denise Scott is a national treasure - she has graced our televisions since the 90s with her warm and cheeky brand of humour. She joins Jess to speak about being a part of Shaun Micallef's Origin Odyssey. Surprisingly Denise says she has lived a ‘small life’, and she talks about how she managed breast cancer treatment while filming Mother & Son. This is a side of Denise you might no...

Bridey Drake is a name that you might have heard of if you have a young woman in your household; or perhaps you follow her on social media yourself. Considering she has 12 million followers across her social accounts, the chances are pretty high. Despite her enormous following, Bridey is remarkably down to earth, and determined to be a positive force in the world. She joins Jess to open up ab...

Danielle Spencer has lived many lives; on the screen, behind the microphone, and as a mother while her famous ex pursued his career. Now, with a new album aptly titled 'Regenerate', she's creating art for herself, and it's glorious. She joins Jess to speak about burnout, how she deals with trolls, and the surprising way she manages her chronic pain. You can find Danielle's album to buy or stream h...

If you are travelling to Sydney Airport, chances are you might drive over the newly built Deborah Lawrie Flyover. Its namesake is the remarkable Captain Deborah Lawrie, who was the first woman in Australia to become a pilot for a commercial airline, after a ground‑breaking legal battle. Despite being qualified, Deborah Lawrie’s applications to be a pilot were repeatedly rejected due to her g...

In this special bonus episode, guest Annabel Crabb turned the tables on Jess Rowe to ask her about her experiences in the media, good and bad. Make sure you listen to the full interview with Annabel first, and you can watch this episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/jzdLpXirGQc See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Annabel Crabb is a journalist, podcaster, writer, and host of the hit show Kitchen Cabinet, which you can watch now on ABC TV and ABC iview.  Now in its eighth season, Annabel has meals cooked for her by some of the most powerful people in the country while she brings along dessert. The ideal recipe for disarming and frank conversations. In her personal life, Annabel has experienced her own h...

Esther Perel is a best-selling author and podcaster, and is no stranger to talking about topics that other people might shy away from. Her podcast 'Where Should We Begin' has her speaking to real couples about the problems in their relationships, and her seminal book 'Mating In Captivity' has sold over a million copies and turns 20 this year. She joins Jess ahead of her Australian tour to spe...

At only sixteen Gabriella Cilmi was experiencing incredible success; she had a hit single with 'Sweet About Me' and a number 1 album, and six ARIA award wins. But behind the scenes, she was struggling under the pressure of the music industry and her figuring out who she really was. Almost 2 decades later, she's releasing music again on her own terms, with her new album Pure Love coming out on the...

John Edward is the most popular guest we've ever had on The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show, and for good reason. His ability to make people feel seen, heard, and connected to loved ones who have passed has earned him millions of fans. John joins Jess again to discuss the power of choosing hope over negativity, how you can protect your energy and why some people don't like what he does. John also answers...

Steph de Sousa has millions of people who follow her for easy, no-fuss recipes. She shares her love of food with the world, but in this conversation with Jess, she opens up about so much more. From her mental health, to raising four kids and now being a grandmother, and her new cookbook No Stress Recipe Queen , this is a side of Steph you probably haven't heard before. You can find her n...

For most of Bek Condello's life, she had everything decided for her, and controlled by someone else. Growing up in a closed-off doomsday Pentecostal church, she experienced abuse and coercive control until she found the courage to upend her life and leave, cutting her off from everyone and everything she knew. Her story of bravery and resilience will floor you, and today Bek is living he...

Kris Fade has lived a fascinating life; his radio show attracts millions of listeners, he has lived in Dubai for the last 19 years, and he's a reality TV star and a business owner. Despite all this, he is remarkably down-to-earth, and honest about his struggles with identity, depression and anxiety. He joins Jess Rowe to speak about a side of his life you might not see on social media or his...

Improving our communication is so much easier said than done, but it can honestly change your life. Enter: communication expert and lawyer Jefferson Fisher. He has helped his millions of social media followers have better conversations, argue less, and get more out of your interactions with others. He joins Jess on the podcast to give practical advice about how to have hard discussions, setting bo...

Daniel MacPherson has been gracing Australian TV screens for almost 30 years, on iconic shows like Neighbours, The Bill, and Dancing With The Stars. But now he's stepping into his toughest role yet, in the film Beast alongside Russell Crowe. Daniel joined Jess to reflect on the physical and mental lengths he had to go to for this role, why acting is the main focus in his career now, and how father...

Paul de Gelder has experienced what most of us would consider a living nightmare. While working as an elite Navy clearance diver, Paul was attacked by a bull shark in Sydney Harbour. Paul lost his hand and leg and almost lost his life in the attack. This is a story of resilience and facing your fears. Paul has gone on to inspiring heights through his motivational speaking, advocacy, internati...

Debra Lawrance is Australian TV and stage royalty, from her iconic role as Pippa on Home and Away to her current role as Clairee in the stage production of Steel Magnolias. But this conversation is about so much more than her brilliant career; it's about how she sees and moves through the world. From her start at NIDA with Mel Gibson to marrying her on-screen husband in real life, nothing about De...

Jo Frost, also known as Supernanny, has built a career helping parents raise children for over 20 years. These days, however, parenting looks very different from the early 2000s. With social media and the internet connecting teenagers, and things like 'The Manosphere' rising in popularity, it can be difficult to know how best to look after our kids. Jo's no-nonsense thoughts on raising children in...

Kathy Lette has never been one to shy away from saying what she really thinks. The best-selling author has a new book, The Sisterhood Rules, and joins Jess to chat about what the sisterhood means to her, and well as sex, motherhood, feminism, being friends with literal royalty, and everything in between. You can find Kathy's new book here: https://www.kathylette.com/books/the-sisterhood-rules/ You...

Stephanie Browitt has been through more than anyone ever should, and she's only 23. Alongside her mum Marie, she lost her father Paul and sister Krystal after the White Island volcano erupted in New Zealand in 2019, as well as suffering burns to 70% of her body. She navigated unimaginable loss while going through a gruelling recovery, all the while with Marie by her side. Despite this, her resilie...