In these politically divisive times, whether we sit on the left or the right, it’s crucial to engage in respectful conversations with one another.


In this week's Straight Talk pod I spoke to founder of Cheek Media Hannah Ferguson about the current state of journalism and Australian politics.


Hannah and I have different perspectives from our life experiences, but I found it very insightful to hear how she views the world.


We spoke about her experience studying law, starting Cheek Media, the importance of having healthy discourse, her thoughts on Rupert Murdoch, running for Prime Minister, the state of Australian politics, her podcast 'Big Small Talk' and much more. Enjoy!


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In these politically divisive times, whether we sit on the left or the right, it’s crucial to engage in respectful conversations with one another. In this week's Straight Talk pod I spoke to founder of Cheek Media Hannah Ferguson about the current state of journalism and Australian politics. Hannah and I have different perspectives from our life experiences, but I found it very insightful to hear how she views the world. We spoke about her experience studying law, starting Cheek Media, the importance of having healthy discourse, her thoughts on Rupert Murdoch, running for Prime Minister, the state of Australian politics, her podcast 'Big Small Talk' and much more. Enjoy! Follow Mark Bouris on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/mark_bouris/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://au.linkedin.com/in/markbouris" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/markbouris" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a> &amp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPX01K1JgNS5pyzUtwtCtsQ" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube.</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;You can subscribe to the newsletter here:&nbsp;<a href="https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj</a>.<hr>

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Too often, we avoid real conversations. Entrepreneur Mark Bouris sits down and gets to know people, understands what makes them tick, and shares the great and unusual things they&rsquo;re doing. There&rsquo;s no sugar coating. There&rsquo;s no hiding behind fancy marketing slogans. Just an honest conversation.

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#126 Do you really want to be the Prime Minister?: Hannah Ferguson on healthy discourse, Cheek Media & political aspirations

Liam Paro is an Australia's leading professional boxer who is fighting for the IBF Welterweight World Title on June 24, and he's never been more ready.

Exclusive to Main Event on Kayo Sports – next Wednesday on the 24th!

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The North Queensland kid who once slept in his car to chase his dream reveals what it really takes to become a world champion.

Liam opens up about what an 11-kilogram weight cut actually does to your body, why moving up to welterweight may be the best decision of his career, and the brutal mental battle that takes place between the ropes that most fans never see.

He also shares the heartbreaking story of losing his best mate in 2015, the promise he made as a 13-year-old sitting on his mum's kitchen bench, and why his late friend's initials have been stitched onto his trunks for every fight since.

We also discuss:
How sparring with Jeff Horn's camp before the Manny Pacquiao fight changed everything.
The southpaw footwork battle most fans never notice.
Why fitness wins fights at the elite level.
What your corner is really saying between rounds when your back is against the wall.
What's waiting for him on the other side of June 24.

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Liam Paro is an Australia's leading professional boxer who is fighting for the IBF Welterweight World Title on June 24, and he's never been more ready.
Exclusive to Main Event on Kayo Sports &ndash; next Wednesday on the 24th! Purchase the PPV here: <a href="https://kayosports.com.au/en-AU/welcome/ppv/paro-v-crocker?extcamp=parovcrockerorgsoc-soc-kyo-lnk-kayo-acq-mma-straighttalk&amp;channel=straighttalk&amp;campaign=parovcrocker" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://kayosports.com.au/en-AU/welcome/ppv/paro-v-crocker?extcamp%3Dparovcrockerorgsoc-soc-kyo-lnk-kayo-acq-mma-straighttalk%26channel%3Dstraighttalk%26campaign%3Dparovcrocker&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1781761999166000&amp;usg=AOvVaw2x_KIitHnbWSGWfGHBPQhA">https://kayosports.com.au/en-AU/welcome/ppv/paro-v-crocker?extcamp=parovcrockerorgsoc-soc-kyo-lnk-kayo-acq-mma-straighttalk&amp;channel=straighttalk&amp;campaign=parovcrocker</a>
The North Queensland kid who once slept in his car to chase his dream reveals what it really takes to become a world champion.
Liam opens up about what an 11-kilogram weight cut actually does to your body, why moving up to welterweight may be the best decision of his career, and the brutal mental battle that takes place between the ropes that most fans never see.
He also shares the heartbreaking story of losing his best mate in 2015, the promise he made as a 13-year-old sitting on his mum's kitchen bench, and why his late friend's initials have been stitched onto his trunks for every fight since.
We also discuss:
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<li data-section-id="xytta2" data-start="830" data-end="918">How sparring with Jeff Horn's camp before the Manny Pacquiao fight changed everything.</li>
<li data-section-id="1kof22" data-start="919" data-end="973">The southpaw footwork battle most fans never notice.</li>
<li data-section-id="103xp5r" data-start="974" data-end="1019">Why fitness wins fights at the elite level.</li>
<li data-section-id="1k06vs3" data-start="1020" data-end="1106">What your corner is really saying between rounds when your back is against the wall.</li>
<li data-section-id="14uwzh4" data-start="1107" data-end="1161">What's waiting for him on the other side of June 24.</li>
</ul>
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Pro Boxer Liam Paro on Fighting for a World Title, Redemption & Dealing with Adversity

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Michael Chammas is the general manager of rugby league's newest expansion team, the PNG Chiefs, in what could be the NRL's most ambitious venture ever.

The former Sydney Morning Herald journalist traded his media career for the challenge of building Papua New Guinea's first NRL club from the ground up.

Chammas reveals the complex recruitment strategies needed to convince players to relocate their families to PNG, the cultural significance of rugby league to the Pacific nation, and why the tax-free incentives are essential for success.

He discusses his transition from breaking stories to making them, the logistical challenges of establishing pathways in a country with 850 languages and 1,000 tribes, and why this team represents more than just rugby league.
Why Michael left his dream journalism job for an even bigger dream
The family considerations behind relocating to Papua New Guinea 
How Jerome Luai's signing changed everything for the Chiefs
The reality of living in the Airways resort compound
Building rugby league pathways in a developing nation
The tax-free salary cap debate and why it's necessary
Papua New Guinea's passion for rugby league as its national sport

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Michael Chammas is the general manager of rugby league's newest expansion team, the PNG Chiefs, in what could be the NRL's most ambitious venture ever.
The former Sydney Morning Herald journalist traded his media career for the challenge of building Papua New Guinea's first NRL club from the ground up.
Chammas reveals the complex recruitment strategies needed to convince players to relocate their families to PNG, the cultural significance of rugby league to the Pacific nation, and why the tax-free incentives are essential for success.
He discusses his transition from breaking stories to making them, the logistical challenges of establishing pathways in a country with 850 languages and 1,000 tribes, and why this team represents more than just rugby league.
<ul>
<li>Why Michael left his dream journalism job for an even bigger dream</li>
<li>The family considerations behind relocating to Papua New Guinea&nbsp;</li>
<li>How Jerome Luai's signing changed everything for the Chiefs</li>
<li>The reality of living in the Airways resort compound</li>
<li>Building rugby league pathways in a developing nation</li>
<li>The tax-free salary cap debate and why it's necessary</li>
<li>Papua New Guinea's passion for rugby league as its national sport</li>
</ul>
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Michael Chammas: Building the NRL's PNG Team, Leaving Journalism & Taking Opportunities

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In this conversation with NSW Opposition Leader Kellie Sloane, she explains why she believes New South Wales has gone from the nation's top-performing economy to the bottom of the pack under Labor's watch.

Kellie discusses her journey from country journalism to opposition leadership, her experience during the Bondi terror attack, and her strategy for defeating a first-term government.

She also addresses federal-state tensions within Labor, the importance of assimilation in modern Australia, and why authenticity matters more than ever in contemporary politics.
New South Wales economic decline under Labor government
Federal-state tensions over GST and infrastructure funding
The Bondi Junction terrorist attack response
Assimilation versus multiculturalism debate
Coalition relationship between Liberals and Nationals
Presidential-style campaigning in state elections
Young people's disillusionment with traditional politics

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In this conversation with NSW Opposition Leader Kellie Sloane, she explains why she believes New South Wales has gone from the nation's top-performing economy to the bottom of the pack under Labor's watch.
Kellie discusses her journey from country journalism to opposition leadership, her experience during the Bondi terror attack, and her strategy for defeating a first-term government.
She also addresses federal-state tensions within Labor, the importance of assimilation in modern Australia, and why authenticity matters more than ever in contemporary politics.
<ul>
<li>New South Wales economic decline under Labor government</li>
<li>Federal-state tensions over GST and infrastructure funding</li>
<li>The Bondi Junction terrorist attack response</li>
<li>Assimilation versus multiculturalism debate</li>
<li>Coalition relationship between Liberals and Nationals</li>
<li>Presidential-style campaigning in state elections</li>
<li>Young people's disillusionment with traditional politics</li>
</ul>
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Kellie Sloane: NSW Opposition Leader's Pitch to New South Wales

https://api.omny.fm/orgs/2fb3740d-3436-44af-8cc0-a91900716aa5/clips/40934586-0a3d-47cd-864f-b45e001b454f/transcript

#126 Do you really want to be the Prime Minister?: Hannah Ferguson on healthy discourse, Cheek Media & political aspirations

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