It has been 16 years since he was thrusted into the spotlight as the very first runner up of 2003 Australian Idol. His hit 'What about me" went to #1 and became the highest-selling single in Australia for 2004. He has released five top ten albums, including two number-one multi-platinum sellers.

Since then he and wife Rochelle welcomed their fourth child, he's been on TV, been on a national tour and endured major spinal surgery in August 2019. We'll chat about growing up, his experience on idol and how his life has changed and is continuing to change since.

He is an absolute larrikin, one of Australia's best!

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It has been 16 years since he was thrusted into the spotlight as the very first runner up of 2003 Australian Idol. His hit 'What about me" went to #1 and became the highest-selling single in Australia for 2004. He has released five top ten albums, including two number-one multi-platinum sellers. Since then he and wife Rochelle welcomed their fourth child, he's been on TV, been on a national tour and endured major spinal surgery in August 2019. We'll chat about growing up, his experience on idol and how his life has changed and is continuing to change since. He is an absolute larrikin, one of Australia's best!Please subscribe to hear more from Pure Grit Podcast

Grit means to have courage and show strength of character, passion and perseverance. Paula’s career in radio and television is where she discovered her natural ability to interview, bringing out the best in her guest with empathy warmth and humour.  Paula interviews a diverse range of guests who have made it to the top of their chosen field.  They chat about the journey, obstacles and surprising moments they faced on the way to the top.

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