



Author, Esther Freud - Big Talk Book Club
Welcome to the Big Talk Book Club! This is a special little series within The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show, where we still skip the small talk ... but this time, we're diving into the books that really stay with us. This conversation is with British writer Esther Freud. Esther has written 10 no…

Author, Natasha Lester - Big Talk Book Club
Welcome to the Big Talk Book Club! This is a special little series within The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show, where we still skip the small talk ... but this time, we're diving into the books that really stay with us. The ones that spark big feelings, juicy questions, and honest reflections. In …

Author, Holly Ringland - Big Talk Book Club
Welcome to the Big Talk Book Club! This is a special little series within The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show, where we still skip the small talk ... but this time, we're diving into the books that really stay with us. The ones that spark big feelings, juicy questions, and honest reflections. Our…

Samantha Harris 'I still didn't believe in myself'
Samantha Harris is one of Australia’s most recognisable models and a proud advocate for Indigenous representation in fashion. From gracing the cover of Vogue as the first Aboriginal model to writing her inspiring memoir Role Model, Samantha’s story is one of courage, grace, and determination. Her c…

Karla Grant ‘You've got to work twice as hard as the men’
For more than 30 years, Karla Grant has been a trailblazer in Australian media, a proud Western Arrernte woman whose fearless journalism has paved the way for greater representation of Indigenous voices on screen. As the host and executive producer of Living Black on NITV, Karla has dedicated her c…

Marianne Williamson ‘If nobody's going to say it, I will’
Marianne Williamson is a best selling author, spiritual teacher, and political activist who has twice run for the Democratic nomination for the US Presidency. Her teachings on spiritual development have reached millions around the world and Oprah Winfrey describes her as ‘One of the most influentia…

Mitch & Mark ‘I walked into that bar by mistake that night'
Mitch and Mark captured Australia’s hearts on The Block, known for their warmth, humour, and undeniable style. Beyond their television success, they’ve become advocates for authenticity and acceptance, using their platform to challenge stereotypes and celebrate love in all its forms. Together for o…

Melissa Leong 'It's Not My Shame'
Melissa Leong is a celebrated food writer, TV host and judge, best known for bringing warmth, intelligence and honesty to Australian screens. The daughter of Singaporean-Chinese parents, Melissa has built a career that celebrates culture, creativity and courage, using food and storytelling as her w…

Sam Armytage ‘I will find love again for sure’
Samantha Armytage is one of Australia’s most familiar and beloved television personalities. From her years in breakfast television to her work on Farmer Wants a Wife, Sam has always brought warmth, wit, and authenticity to the screen. Now she’s back in the spotlight as host of The Golden Bachelor, …

John Edward on Signs and the Afterlife: Your Questions Answered
In this episode, Jess welcomes back renowned psychic medium John Edward to explore the afterlife, grief, and the signs our loved ones send us. John answers your questions on spirit guides, dreams, and the purpose of souls, while sharing how pets teach us unconditional love and why signs from the ot…