Big Bros

The priorities you face in your mid to late twenties can look very different to the ones you had in your early twenties. Saving for a holiday can quickly become saving for a property. The relationship you started at 22 may now come with conversations about engagement rings and future plans. Even the boys’ or girls’ trips that once felt easy to organise now require more planning, more effort, and a...

Calista Clements is an Australian content creator and political commentator known for bringing common sense back into conversations around culture, politics and the issues everyday Australians are facing. Her commentary cuts through the noise with a direct, unapologetic style that has made her a strong voice among young Australians who feel frustrated by the way politics, media and public debate a...

Justin Kabbani is one of Australia’s leading AI trainers and keynote speakers, helping teams at organisations such as Uber, Treasury Wine Estates and Udemy understand how to use artificial intelligence in practical, powerful and commercially meaningful ways. Despite AI becoming part of everyday life for many people, Justin argues that most are still only scratching the surface of what it can actua...

Why do so many men struggle with sexual insecurity, especially performance anxiety? It is still a taboo topic, but plenty of men are quietly dealing with it. Many want real answers about why their performance in the bedroom is affected, yet shame, fear and uncertainty often stop them from confronting the issue directly, so it gets avoided and pushed further down the road. Join Big Bros, Jeremy and...

One of the real luxuries of interviewing guests from such different worlds, current and former athletes, authors, comedians, entrepreneurs and medical professionals, is getting access to a wide range of perspectives on the topics almost everyone in their 20s eventually has to confront. That is why these conversations matter, because hearing how different people have navigated similar questions can...

Vinnie Brigante has made a name for himself across a few different spaces, from reality TV after appearing on Big Brother Australia 2025, to music and social media, while also working as a barber. While he comes across as funny, upbeat and easygoing, there is also a more reflective side to him, and that is where a lot of his insight and perspective really comes through.  Join Big Bros, Jeremy and...

Gene Efron, better known as Tallncurly, is a Melbourne-based comedy and content creator who has amassed millions of views for his funny and relatable digs at Melbourne life, Australian culture, and for the everyday chaos of being a young adult. Although many know Gene as the quirky guy who can capture every corner of Melbourne culture, fewer know the story behind him, and how he came to tap into h...

Gerard Healy is an AFL legend who played for the Melbourne Football Club and the Sydney Swans, won the 1988 Brownlow Medal, and was later selected in the Sydney Swans Team of the Century. He has since become one of the most enduring figures in Australian football through a long broadcasting career across Seven, 3AW, Fox Footy and now SEN, helping shape the way the game is understood both on and of...

Flynn Martin is an Australian content creator who first drew widespread attention in 2022 after a viral video in which he questioned whether it was “OK to be a straight, white male.” Since then, Flynn has reflected publicly on that period and the influence of “manosphere” and “red pill” content, though he has spoken less about the mental health challenges he experienced both during and after that...

To ‘work it up’ or to ‘live it up’ in your 20s? We all know ambition is a virtuous trait, but too much of it may come at a cost to your health, relationships, and sanity. So how do you achieve both, specifically in your 20s? Join Big Bros, Jeremy and Ilan, as they unpack whether ambition and balance can co-exist on the same continuum. Expect to learn why you should split your year into different p...

In this week’s episode we sat down with Darcy Tucker, previous AFL player who played 156 games across Fremantle and North Melbourne. His contract wasn’t renewed, and we get into what that actually feels like behind the scenes. Darcy breaks down how he handled the setback, what changed in his mindset, and what elite sport taught him about staying steady when things don’t go to plan. Join Big Bros,...

Dr Chloe Carmichael is a clinical psychologist and best-selling author, widely regarded as one of the most trusted voices on emotional wellbeing and mental resilience. In recent years, she has also become a prominent voice on the case for free speech, arguing that open dialogue, cognitive autonomy, and the ability to tolerate discomfort are psychologically protective. Join Big Bros, Jeremy and Ila...

Join Big Bros, Jeremy and Ilan as they celebrate their 150th episode with a special Q&A episode, answering all of your questions and spicy dilemmas...   Expect to learn about how to respond when your partner wants to go on a “break” while they travel, how to actually deal with mental fatigue, whether it’s genuinely a red flag if your partner still has photos of an ex on their camera roll, our...

In this week’s episode we sat down with Max Viney, a Brazilian Jiu-jitsu (BJJ) black belt and multiple-time state and national champion who’s competed on the biggest stages in the sport. Max now brings that grappling expertise into the AFL and AFLW world, helping players gain a real physical edge through principles and techniques that translate directly to on-field performance. Join Big Bros, Jere...

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 le...

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 bef...

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 m...

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...

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...

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 conf...

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...

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,...

If you keep finding yourself in situationships that never evolve into something meaningful, there is usually a reason. While it can be tempting to point the finger at everyone else, the truth is that you are the common denominator and may be playing a bigger role in the outcome than you realise. This is not about blame but about awareness, as there are likely a few patterns or behaviours that are...

In this week’s episode, Jeremy and Ilan sit down for a casual chat about all things happening recently in their lives. Expect to learn about Jeremy’s new job and what he’s learnt about the process of starting, how Ilan’s perspective on uncertainty has evolved since completing his uni coursework, how both have managed rejection throughout the job application process, Jeremy’s most effective and pra...

In this week’s episode, we sat down with Gabriel Chenkov-Shaw, better known as Anabolic Gabe. Gab is not only an exceptional fitness content creator, but what sets him apart is his lifestyle content and introspection. His success comes from an unwavering pursuit of excellence and a daily commitment to pushing his own limits while embodying the discipline he promotes. Join Big Bros, Jeremy and Ilan...