Tell Us Something We Don't Know - A Serious Chat with a Comedian

Rita De Montis One of Canada’s top journalists, the Lifestyle and Food editor of the Toronto Sun Rita De Montis talks to Joe about interviewing top chefs like Jamie Oliver and Stanley Tucci, about how the food landscape has changed in Canada and the demise of credible journalism through social media.

COSIMA DE VITO - one of Australia’s greatest female voices talks to us about her journey leading up to the inaugural Australian Idol competition, what happened immediately after and being a Mum today (with several cameo appearances from her daughter Amelia). 

Probably Australia’s premier hairstylist with clients such as Paris Hilton and Elle McPherson, all round nice guy Joey Scandizzo reveals the secrets to his hugely business and you will be surprised to hear what he did before hairdressing.

Richard Warneke is a man who has his finger on the pulse when it comes to food in Australia. As one of the top food marketers in the country he talks to us about what is trending in Australia in 2023.

Stephen Coniglio, the former captain of the GWS Giants talks to us about what it took to be one of the best footballers in the AFL and how he dealt with being a captain and his very public dropping out of the team at the time.

Jacob Galea, one of the most sought after life coaches in the world gives us an insight into what it takes to succeed in what you do and how to tap into and use your subconscious mind to help yourself personally and in your business endeavours

Up and coming comedy sensation Anthony Locascio and Joe talk about the intricacies of the precise craft of stand up, the definition of a real comedian and how his greek and Italian heritages influence his routines. 

A chat with Dominic Ciambrone an LA based artist known as “The Surgeon” who became famous for making custom shoes for celebrities such as Justin Bieber, Will. I.Am and Drake.

Hollywood actress Sofia Milos chats to Joe about her time as a star of CSI Miami, the Sopranos and Curb your enthusiasm and how Hollywood has changed since she moved to LA at the age of 21. 

If you are a fan of Santana and Journey then listening to Gregg Rolie, twice a rock and roll hall of fame inductee, discussing in detail what it was like to be the founding member of these two iconic bands is a must.

Johnny Romeo, one of the world's leading pop artists, gives us an insight into the mind of an artist and why people pay a fortune for artwork which, for most people,  looks like a 2 year old's squiggle. 

Carlii Lyon, PR representative to the likes of Miranda Kerr and Dr John De Martini, shares her insights into personal branding and how social media is shaping the way we look at people today.

How does a guy who failed high school end up being young entrepreneur of the year? Listen to his story and nuggets of wisdom of a BRW young rich lister. 

Why do people lie? How do we spot a lie? And why women are better liars than men?  Steve Van Aperen, the human lie detector, gives us a fascinating insight into  the psychology of lying.

We get to hear from one of Australia’s most well known reality TV stars, Lydia Schiavello, who sheds light on what really goes on behind the scenes one of the most popular shows on Australian TV.

On this week's episode, Joe is chatting about food and ethnic culture with one of the worlds best “Masterchefs," George Calombaris .

Jess Marchi is an Italian Australian actress and comedienne and in this episode she discusses the ins and outs of being a social media sensation.

Bianca and Bridgett, inventors of the hugely successful Booby Tape and recent winners of Entrepreneurs of the Year, talk to Joe about their success and newfound fame.

This week Joe chats to Melina Marchetti, one of the most influential Australian writers from children’s books to movie scripts such as Looking for Alibrandi we hear about the ins and outs of a brilliant writer's mind.

Our guest this week is host of David Rocco’s DOLCE VITA a lifestyle food show syndicated all over the world. An expert on Italian food and author of several cookbooks David gives us an insight into his food world.

You can tell a lot about a man from his shoes and a woman by her handbag and in this episode Star of Paramount+ Undressed with Kathryn Eisman gives us a fascinating insight into why people wear what they wear and what it says about them including a dressing down of Joe Avati.

Lex Marinos, star of the 80’s hit sitcom Kingswood Country, talks about the first time the word wog was used on Australian TV, the ins and outs of recording in front of a live studio audience and his work on the Bodyline series.

Joe chats with his comedy brothers Tahir and Rob Shehadie about how they all met, what really happens backstage on tour, how Joe loves sleeping on the job….literally … and what’s up next for this comedy duo.

Dr Demartini explains to us how, as a street kid, he stumbled his way through the early years of his life - which led him to a chance meeting with one of his his mentors - which ultimately got him on the path to learning and eventually teaching. An inspiring story from one of the world's best teachers, this episode gives us an insight into his personal life, the way his mind works and who he consi...

Tim discusses the infamous Wembley Arena Stadium Show, his best ever gigs, including what it was like getting off stage and finding Keith Richards in your dressing room and having Dave Stewart crash your after-party. The discussion then turns to the day Micheal Hutchence died and the immediate aftermath, finding his replacement, the passing of his long term manager Chris Murphy, where to from here...