WHAT I'VE LEARNT

A diminutive figure arrives clicking her heels on my parquetry floor, furtive and fresh from shooting on the set of her award winning television series Wentworth, Sigrid Thornton is striking -  Sky high cheekbones big emerald eyes and a perfect pout.  When she speaks she is clear crisp sartorial with a theatrical lilt.  Sharp and witty as she reflects on the challenges of work and motherhood and s...

Warm and relaxed I loved interviewing Deb at home.  As she sunk into my white velvet couch surrounded by black and white floral silk cushions, she was so natural and unpretentious.  We nibbled on ribbon sandwiches sipped herbal tea and reflected on so much including the anxiety and mental health struggles rife in the Arts community, her life in New York with Hugh and the kids, and the overwhelming...

Rock legend Keith Urban, the iconic KD Lang, and the unforgettable Lionel Richie are just some of the names Deborah interviewed in the Melbourne Age column called, 'What I've Learnt.' Everyone has a story to tell, and a lesson to learn.  What I’ve Learnt is a brand new podcast from journalist Deborah Blashki- Marks.  "What I've Learnt' is a unique platform for Interna...