With My Brilliant Career taking off as a global hit on Netflix, I’m resharing my sit-down with star Chris Chung to reflect on his incredible journey to the screen. Chris opens up about what this project means to him and what it took to get there. 

  

With My Brilliant Career taking off as a global hit on Netflix, I&rsquo;m resharing my sit-down with star Chris Chung to reflect on his incredible journey to the screen. Chris opens up about what this project means to him and what it took to get there.&nbsp;
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Is 'My Brilliant Career' worth the hype? Revisiting my chat with star Chris Chung ✨

This week, I sit down with Carman’s Kitchen founder Carolyn Creswell to talk about building one of Australia’s most beloved food brands from a $1,000 muesli business into a global powerhouse.

Carolyn opens up about the hustle and struggle to build her business, navigating the brutal world of retail, and the terrifying moment her husband Peter saved her life after a near-death choking episode.

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This week, I sit down with Carman&rsquo;s Kitchen founder Carolyn Creswell to talk about building one of Australia&rsquo;s most beloved food brands from a $1,000 muesli business into a global powerhouse.
Carolyn opens up about the hustle and struggle to build her business, navigating the brutal world of retail, and the terrifying moment her husband Peter saved her life after a near-death choking episode.
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'We sell 6 bars a second': Carman's Muesli founder Carolyn Creswell ✨

Former AFL player Ben Cousins and Olympic swimmer Scott Miller join me to share their stories of reaching the absolute highs of elite sport, and the devastating falls that followed.

They open up about the crushing realities of elite sports culture, how the relentless pressure to succeed turned into destructive habits, drug abuse and ultimately time in prison. 

From hitting rock bottom to advocating in today's sporting clubs, this conversation looks at regret and life after the spotlight.

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Content Warning: This episode contains candid discussions about drug abuse, domestic violence, addiction and suicide. If this brings up anything for you or someone you know, support is available:

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Former AFL player Ben Cousins and Olympic swimmer Scott Miller join me to share their stories of reaching the absolute highs of elite sport, and the devastating falls that followed.
They open up about the crushing realities of elite sports culture, how the relentless pressure to succeed turned into destructive habits, drug abuse and ultimately time in prison.&nbsp;
From hitting rock bottom to advocating in today's sporting clubs, this conversation looks at regret and life after the spotlight.
Find out more about ADA Australia <a href="https://adaaus.com.au/">here&nbsp;</a>
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Content Warning: This episode contains candid discussions about drug abuse, domestic violence, addiction and suicide.&nbsp;If this brings up anything for you or someone you know, support is available:
Call Lifeline on: 13 11 14 (24/7 crisis support)
1800 RESPECT: 1800 737 732&nbsp;

'Thank god I got arrested': Ben Cousins & Scott Miller on drugs, jail & surviving rock bottom

Chelsea Frawley is a passionate mental health advocate and the eldest daughter of late AFL legend Danny 'Spud' Frawley. Following her father's tragic passing, she has been instrumental in establishing the Danny Frawley Centre and transforming how Australia talks about mental fitness.

Chelsea joins me to talk about growing up in the footy spotlight, the heartbreaking moment she realised her dad was silently struggling, navigating a CTE diagnosis under public scrutiny, and how her family turned devastating grief into a lifesaving mission.

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Chelsea Frawley is a passionate mental health advocate and the eldest daughter of late AFL legend Danny 'Spud' Frawley. Following her father's tragic passing, she has been instrumental in establishing the Danny Frawley Centre and transforming how Australia talks about mental fitness.
Chelsea joins me to talk about growing up in the footy spotlight, the heartbreaking moment she realised her dad was silently struggling, navigating a CTE diagnosis under public scrutiny, and how her family turned devastating grief into a lifesaving mission.
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'He was able to hide it so well': Chelsea Frawley on her dad Danny's secret battle, CTE, and continuing his legacy

Dom Tomato is one of the biggest names in extreme sports. A former figure skater and Sydney garbage collector turned Red Bull parkour superstar, his jaw-dropping stunts have earned him millions of followers and hundreds of millions of views worldwide.

Dom joins me to talk about his unusual transition from ballet to parkour, running the streets on the back of garbage trucks for fitness, flipping off world landmarks like the Sydney Opera House and the Sphinx, and how he manages fear when leaping into the unknown.

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Dom Tomato is one of the biggest names in extreme sports. A former figure skater and Sydney garbage collector turned Red Bull parkour superstar, his jaw-dropping stunts have earned him millions of followers and hundreds of millions of views worldwide.
Dom joins me to talk about his unusual transition from ballet to parkour, running the streets on the back of garbage trucks for fitness, flipping off world landmarks like the Sydney Opera House and the Sphinx, and how he manages fear when leaping into the unknown.
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'I’m an adrenaline jockey', Red Bull parkour star Dom Tomato on defying gravity and life as a Sydney garbo

Jimmy Wales is known as the 'godfather of the internet'. He founded Wikipedia in 2001, and changed the digital landscape forever. 

Jimmy joins me to talk about the very beginning of the 'world wide web', the future of technology, inventing the world's most popular website and why he chose to make it free.

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Jimmy Wales is known as the 'godfather of the internet'. He founded Wikipedia in 2001, and changed the digital landscape forever.&nbsp;
Jimmy joins me to talk about the very beginning of the 'world wide web', the future of technology, inventing the world's most popular website and why he chose to make it free.
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'They're very envious': Wikipedia founder Jimmy Wales on outsmarting the tech bros

This week I'm joined by Annie Knight; Aussie OnlyFans creator, millionarie porn star and entrepeneur. We unpack what it takes to reach financial freedom in an industry that relentlesselly demands more.

If these topics aren't for you, listener discretion is advised! And just a reminder, interviewing a guest on Fascinated is never an endorsement of their views or actions.

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This week I'm joined by Annie Knight; Aussie OnlyFans creator, millionarie porn star and entrepeneur. We unpack what it takes to reach financial freedom in an industry that relentlesselly demands more.
If these topics aren't for you, listener discretion is advised! And just a reminder, interviewing a guest on Fascinated is never an endorsement of their views or actions.
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'I was a super insecure 23-year-old': Annie Knight on OnlyFans millions, privilege & her 600-man stunt

Sam Wood became one of Australia's most well known fitness figures after his whirlwind stint on The Bachelor, where he met the love of his life, Snezana. In this chat, Sam opens up about losing his own mum at just 15, the surreal reality of overnight fame & the internal struggle behind his unexpected new weight loss business. 

We dive deep into GLP-1 medications & why he finally decided to embrace the booming 'Ozempic culture', how he built a $70m fitness empire & the hardest thing about parenting four young daughters. 

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Sam Wood became one of Australia's most well known fitness figures after his whirlwind stint on The Bachelor, where he met the love of his life, Snezana. In this chat, Sam opens up about losing his own mum at just 15, the surreal reality of overnight fame &amp; the internal struggle behind his unexpected new weight loss business.&nbsp;
We dive deep into GLP-1 medications &amp; why he finally decided to embrace the booming 'Ozempic culture', how he built a $70m fitness empire &amp; the hardest thing about parenting four young daughters.&nbsp;
His socials <a href="https://www.instagram.com/samjameswood/?hl=en">Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@28bysamwood">TikTok</a>
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‘Is it cheating?’: Sam Wood on GLP-1s, heartbreak & finding success 🌹

Luke Bateman is one of the most recognisable and surprising faces of BookTok... but long before he went viral online, Luke was a professional athlete, struggling with a severe gambling addiction, depression and a shame that once forced him to hide his love of reading.

From hitting rock bottom in rehab to finding purpose on his farm and in the BookTok community, Luke shares a deeply vulnerable story about overcoming toxic masculinity and finding himself again. 💕

This conversation explores themes of addiction, recovery & mental health. If you or someone you know is struggling and needs support, please head to the National Gambling Helpline website here or contact the National Gambling Helpline on 1800 858 858.

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Luke Bateman is one of the most recognisable and surprising faces of BookTok... but long before he went viral online, Luke was a professional athlete, struggling with a severe gambling addiction, depression and a shame that once forced him to hide his love of reading.
From hitting rock bottom in rehab to finding purpose on his farm and in the BookTok community, Luke shares a deeply vulnerable story about overcoming toxic masculinity and finding himself again. 💕
This conversation explores themes of addiction, recovery &amp; mental health. If you or someone you know is struggling and needs support, please head to the National Gambling Helpline website <a href="https://www.gamblinghelponline.org.au/">here </a>or contact the National Gambling Helpline on 1800 858 858.
His socials <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lukebateman_/">INSTA</a> <a href="tiktok.com/@lukesreads">TIKTOK</a>&nbsp; <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/in-the-good-books-with-luke-bateman/id1846478227">In The Good Books </a>
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'I come with a lot of labels': Luke Bateman on hitting rock bottom, pashing on TV & BookTok fame

Brooke Warne had one of the most famous fathers in the country. We all knew & loved him on the cricket pitch, but in this chat Brooke gives us a look at a side of Shane Warne the public never saw. 

Today, Brooke is a digital creator, entrepreneur and generally just a powerhouse of a woman. In this chat, Brooke reminds me SO much of her dad; Warm, genuine, engaging and funny. 

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Brooke Warne had one of the most famous fathers in the country. We all knew &amp; loved him on the cricket pitch, but in this chat Brooke gives us a look at a side of Shane Warne the public never saw.&nbsp;
Today, Brooke is a digital creator, entrepreneur and generally just a powerhouse of a woman. In this chat, Brooke reminds me SO much of her dad; Warm, genuine, engaging and funny.&nbsp;
You can follow Brooke&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/brookewarne/?hl=en">here</a>
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Growing up Warne: Brooke Warne on life, childhood & her dad's legacy 

Award-winning journalist Jacqui Felgate sits down with some of the world’s most compelling and fascinating people to find out what truly drives them. Fascinated dives deep into the human experience, exploring raw personal stories, success, failures and the moments that shape us. Jacqui asks the questions you’ve always wanted the answers to. Revealing who, and what, fascinates the people who fascinate us.

Award-winning journalist Jacqui Felgate sits down with some of the world&rsquo;s most compelling and fascinating people to find out what truly drives them. Fascinated dives deep into the human experience, exploring raw personal stories, success, failures and the moments that shape us. Jacqui asks the questions you&rsquo;ve always wanted the answers to. Revealing who, and what, fascinates the people who fascinate us.

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