Something To Talk About
When Australia's celebrities are ready to talk, they come to Something To Talk About. A new episode of the Stellar podcast is available every Sunday.
Episodes
Melissa George is ready to talk about Shane & Angel
Melissa George was just 16 when she became a household name as Angel Parrish on Home And Away. Nearly three decades later, she's built one of Australia's most enduring international acting careers, starring in everything from Friends to The Slap, earning a Golden Globe nomination for her role on In Treatment and working with acclaimed director David Lynch. Now a mother of three boys and living in
Bridey Drake: The brutal reality of being judged by 11 million people
Bridey Drake has built a career as one of Australia's biggest content creators, from her childhood bedroom on the NSW Central Coast. Since first posting in 2019, she's amassed millions of followers, launched her pyjama business Night Sweet Thing, won Australian TikTok creator of the year and taken home back-to-back AACTA audience choice awards for favourite Australian digital creator. On this
Jodi Gordon on shame, sobriety and starting over
For more than 20 years, Jodi Gordon lived much of her life in the spotlight. But behind the scenes, she was quietly struggling. Four years ago, she revealed her struggles with depression – and spoke for the first time about going to rehab for alcohol addiction. On this episode of the Stellar podcast, Jodi opens up about what life has looked like for her in recovery, stepping away
The hidden benefits of peaking later in life
Frances Whiting has spent almost 30 years writing her beloved Sunday column in Queensland’s Sunday Mail. But behind a career built on telling other people’s stories, some of the biggest chapters in her own life arrived later than expected. On this episode of the Stellar podcast, Frances reflects on becoming a mother in her 40s, publishing her first novel at 46, the runaway success of h
Chrissie Swan’s second (and last) podcast interview
Chrissie Swan doesn’t do many interviews. “I’m like Halley’s Comet,” she jokes of the astrological phenomenon that only appears every 75 years or so. Now, Chrissie is orbiting back to the other side of the microphone, a place she readily admits she doesn't tend to be. This week on Something To Talk About, Chrissie reflects on the headlines she refuses to let def
Breakfast TV’s ‘crab girl’ Taylor Haynes on going viral
One minute, Taylor Haynes was doing a live cross at the Sydney Fish Market. The next, the Today show reporter was going viral around the world. After a crab latched onto her finger during an Easter weekend segment, Taylor became an overnight internet sensation, dubbed “the crab girl” across every online platform. But behind the headlines is a broadcaster who has spent more than a decad
Why a silver medal isn’t good enough for Jessica Hull
Jessica Hull is one of the fastest women in the world and the first Australian woman in history to win an Olympic medal in the 1500 metres. But she says that silver medal in Paris was never the end goal. It was proof of what’s possible. On this episode of the Stellar podcast, Jessica shares why that breakthrough moment has only fuelled her ambition, how she’s learning to handle the pre
Tammy Hembrow on "absent mum" claims and the sexist double standard
Tammy Hembrow is one of the most talked-about people on the internet, but depending on your algorithm, you might only know one version of her. The devoted mother of three. The fitness entrepreneur helming a multimillion-dollar empire. The glamorous influencer generating headlines everywhere she goes.In this episode of the Stellar podcast, Tammy sits down for her most candid interview yet
“I’m finally pregnant”: Erin Holland’s 20-round IVF journey
Erin Holland’s road to motherhood has been anything but easy. When she last joined the podcast in January, Erin was in the middle of a four-year fertility journey with her husband Ben Cutting and had just learnt the latest in a long line of IVF transfers had failed. Now, just ahead of Mother’s Day, she’s back with an update – and ready to share some beautiful news. In today
Tommy Little: “This is going to be real vulnerable”
It may surprise you that Tommy Little is big on self-awareness. Having carved out a two decade long career in stand-up, radio, and television that has traded on his self-deprecating style of humour, Tommy is now in pursuit of something much bigger. In this episode of the Stellar podcast, Tommy reveals why he believes he’s been the common denominator in all of his breakups and weighs in
Dr Chris Brown: romance, renos and a wild encounter with “cocaine hippos”
Dr Chris Brown is a man who doesn't stay still for long. Since moving networks from Ten to Seven three years ago, the former Bondi Vet, I'm A Celeb and Dancing With The Stars host is back front and centre to launch two new projects that have taken him across Australia and around the globe, leaving him with what he calls a “very healthy” relationship with his frequent flyer account. And
Lisa Wilkinson breaks her silence
Across more than four decades as a journalist and television presenter, Lisa Wilkinson has told plenty of compelling stories. But in the past five years, she has spent more time making headlines than reading them. Now, Lisa sits down for her first interview in more than four years to unpack the personal toll of the legal battles that have consumed her life since June 2022, and discuss the unlikely
Sneak peek: an Easter weekend teaser
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Twenty years after Idol, Jessica Mauboy can’t forget the body shaming
When a 16-year-old Jessica Mauboy stood on a makeshift stage in the middle of the desert for her Australian Idol audition, she was just a shy kid from Darwin with a massive voice. Within a few years, she was catapulted from the Top End to the top of the charts. Earlier this year, Jessica returned to the Australian Idol stage – this time as a mentor, stepping in to fill Kyle Sa
Amber Sherlock thinks TV still isn’t ready for women over 50
In November last year, newsreader and weather presenter Amber Sherlock was let go from her role at the Nine Network, an announcement that made headlines and had paparazzi camped outside her house. Suddenly, after almost 20 years at the network, Amber found herself without the security of a full-time job, only three weeks ahead of her 50th birthday. Now, she is looking towards the future
Melanie C on sexism, ageism and the Spice Girls’ group chats
Thirty years ago this July, a catchy song called ‘Wannabe’, sung by a then-unknown pop group called the Spice Girls, hit radio airwaves – and a global phenomenon was born. For Melanie C, who was just 22 at the time and one-fifth of the group that brought “girl power” to a new generation, the sudden blast of “Spice mania” was intoxicating, intimidatin
Astronauts, trolls and aliens: 2026 Australian of the Year
Like many of us, Katherine Bennell-Pegg grew up with a dream of one day becoming an astronaut. But unlike most childhood dreamers, Katherine actually achieved hers. In 2024, she became the first astronaut to officially represent Australia and the first Australian woman to receive professional astronaut wings. On January 25 this year, she was named the 2026 Australian of the Year for her trai
Why Rove McManus doesn’t test his comedy at home
For more than a decade, Rove McManus was one of the most familiar faces on Australian TV. Rove Live helped launch the careers of some of Australia's brightest talents – including Carrie Bickmore, Peter Helliar, Hamish Blake and Andy Lee – it attracted some of the biggest stars on the planet, and created viral moments before internet virality even existed. In 2026, after 25 y
Tanya Hennessy: "Why I need to apologise to every mother I’ve ever met"
Tanya Hennessy had just begun her seventh round of IVF when she joined the Stellar podcast last April. Just weeks after we recorded that episode, she found out she was pregnant. On December 20, five days before Christmas, Tanya’s long-awaited first child, a baby girl named Scottie – whose full name is Scotland Jack Poole – was born and she was thrust in
Ash Brewer on baby news, sobriety and why she’s ready to talk about her eating disorder
You might know her as Ivy Forrester on The Bold And The Beautiful, the long-running soap opera that has been broadcast around the world for nearly 40 years. That role marked Ashleigh Brewer’s breakout in the US, after she first came to notice working in Australian children’s shows like The Sleepover Club and H20: Just Add Water, before joining the cast of Neigh
What Sarah Harris did next
Since The Project was axed eight months ago, speculation has been rife about what Sarah Harris will do next. Now, we finally know the former TV host is making the move into radio, joining Nova’s new breakfast show, Ricki-Lee & Tim, in a newsreader role. In this episode of the Stellar podcast, Sarah reflects on the role cancel culture played in the end of The Project, why she
Ricki-Lee is about to make the biggest move of her career
Ricki-Lee was just 18 when she became a household name on the second season of Australian Idol in 2004. Thrust into the spotlight at a time when famous women’s bodies and choices were the subject of intense media and public scrutiny, Ricki-Lee was able to block out the critics and build a formidable career as a recording artist, performer, TV presenter and radio host. Now in 2026
Georgie Tunny on life after The Project
When Georgie Tunny was a young girl growing up in Queensland, she dreamed of becoming a sports reporter so she could one day interview the Brisbane Lions and cover the Olympics. Fast forward to 2026, and Georgie has taken over as anchor of the 10 News national weekend bulletins. Later this year, she’s releasing her debut novel, Over To You, which is set in the high stakes world of
Sarah Aboㅤ: working with Karl Stefanovic, being “the other” and those pesky salary headlines
Sarah Abo was just four years old when her parents moved her and her younger sisters from Syria to Australia in search of a better life. Growing up in Melbourne, and rarely seeing people like her on TV, Sarah became determined to change that as she built a successful journalism career at SBS and then 60 Minutes. Then, in 2023, she was thrown into the deep end when she became the co-hos
“Alcohol controlled me”: Dave Hughes on being sober for 33 years
Dave Hughes has one of the most recognisable voices in the Australian entertainment industry, and has been making people laugh through his stand-up career, radio shows and regular TV appearances for more than 30 years. But in August 2024, his breakfast radio show Hughesy, Ed and Erin was pulled from the air. Then, while he was adjusting to a new, slower pace of life in 2025, Dave broke six r
Erin Holland on her FIFO marriage
Erin Holland first stepped into the spotlight at the age of 24 when she was crowned Miss World Australia. In the 12 years since, Erin has built a career in which she wears many hats: classical singer, model, television presenter, brand ambassador and cricket commentator. It’s a workload that saw her board more than 130 flights last year, travelling not only the world but jetting
Lise and Sarah: why 2026 is the year to dance like no-one is watching
In 2022, best friends and business partners Lise Carlaw and Sarah Wills decided to host an afternoon dance party at a bowling club in Brisbane. Three years later, Disco Club has become a movement, with thousands of women, between the ages of 18 and 81, turning up to dance their worries away in a safe, inclusive environment. In this episode of the Stellar podcast, Lise and Sarah share t
A holiday message from Something To Talk About
It’s been a big year at Something To Talk About - and the content won’t be stopping over the holiday season. Whatever your plans are this summer, we’ll be right here in your ears with new podcast episodes and videos dropping every Sunday morning. Thank you to everyone who has trusted us with their story this year, and thank you to our listeners and viewers for your support. Our b
Clare Stephens on the stars who were “cancelled” in 2025
A lot of people have been cancelled in 2025, and Clare Stephens has spoken to a few of them. The writer, editor and podcaster joins Sarrah Le Marquand to unpack the psychology behind outrage culture, the emotional toll of public shaming, and the double standards that still define how we judge women in the public eye. Alongside publishing her debut novel The Worst Thing I’ve Ever Done, this y
Anna Robards on the five words that changed her life
Anna Robards was only 26 when she met her now husband Tim Robards on the inaugural season of The Bachelor in 2013. Once the finale aired, Anna was thrust into the spotlight and found herself trying to navigate one of the most publicly scrutinised relationships in the country and a new career in media. Then, after a stint on reality show SAS Australia and a near-fatal birth experience, Anna l
Danielle Spencer: co-parenting with Russell Crowe, reinvention and red carpets
For almost two decades, Danielle Spencer took the back seat to raise her two sons while her ex-husband Russell Crowe’s Hollywood career soared. Now at 56, and part of the "sandwich generation" juggling the needs of young adults and ageing parents, Danielle is releasing her first album of original music in 15 years and she’s determined to increase the visibility of women over 35 i
Melissa Doyle on the moment Oprah called
Since leaving the Seven Network in 2020, Melissa Doyle has reinvented herself as an author, a radio host, an investigative journalist and a documentarian. And now she’s about to embark on yet another career-defining adventure when she sits down for a series of conversations with Oprah Winfrey, who is returning to Australia for her first tour in 15 years. In this episode of the St
Buddy and Jesinta Franklin have some news
After more than two decades of living life at full speed, Jesinta and Lance “Buddy” Franklin have found a new rhythm. From AFL stadiums and global runways to slow mornings and school pick-ups on the Gold Coast, the couple have redefined what success looks like for them. In this episode, the Franklins open up to Stellar about life after football, preparing to welcome another child
David & Lisa Campbell on marriage, Magda and morning TV
After nearly 17 years of marriage, David and Lisa Campbell decided it was time to embark on a passion project that would fulfil each of them in a very specific way. So they launched a podcast, one devoted to the legacy of Jane Austen. Lisa, a theatre producer and casting director, has been an Austen devotee for her entire adult life. Today Extra co-host and entertainer David, meanwhile, only recen
Ariarne Titmus chose love over the Olympics
When Ariarne Titmus announced her retirement a few weeks ago, the news dominated headlines across Australia. At 25, the world champion has called time on a swimming career that led her to a world record she still holds to this day and 33 international medals, eight of them from the Olympics (four golds, three silvers and one bronze). Today, for the first time since, Ariarne reveals why she chose t
Abbie Chatfield & Adam Hyde: sex, sexism and sounding off
Abbie Chatfield has been on the Stellar podcast more times than almost anyone - but this time, she’s not alone. In their first-ever joint interview, Abbie is joined by her partner, musician Adam Hyde - one half of Peking Duk and the creative mind behind Keli Holiday. They open up about love, music, feminism, and a soon-to-be-infamous moment that made its way into one of Adam’s songs. P
How Sarah Davidson redefined ambition after becoming a mum
When Sarah Davidson last joined Something To Talk About in 2023, she was in the midst of one of life’s hardest chapters – navigating pregnancy loss, uncertainty and hope. It was a raw and deeply human conversation that resonated with so many of our listeners. A year later, Sarah’s story took a beautiful turn. In 2024, she and her husband Nic welcomed their son, Teddy &n
Why Sophie Monk’s husband gave up his career to be her “cheerleader”
Sophie Monk has been famous for 25 years – from her breakout role as a 19-year-old on Popstars to her current reign as one of Australia’s most recognisable reality TV hosts. On today’s episode, she opens up about the lessons fame has taught her, how she’s earnt a new cult following in the US, and the unlikely path that led to the happiest chapter of her life
Samantha Armytage on love, loss and her second act
After more than two years away from the spotlight, Samantha Armytage is back — and she’s entering what she calls her “act two”. In this conversation, Samantha opens up about the enormous changes she’s faced since leaving her role as co-host of Sunrise in 2021: marriage, separation, grief, even learning to walk again after hip surgery — and why she now feels stro
How being selfish saved Turia Pitt
How would you feel if somebody called you “selfish”? For most, it would be considered one of worst things you could say about a person, but in her latest book, Selfish: How to Unlearn the Rules That Are Breaking You, Turia Pitt is reclaiming the word. As she reveals some of her most personal and difficult moments, she also explains how they led her to realise that being “selfish&
Jessica Gomes is not going to answer that question…
Model Jessica Gomes has spent three decades in the spotlight after first stepping into deportment classes at age 10. What began as a way for her mum to help her navigate racism and bullying at school turned into a global career – from gracing the pages of the Sports Illustrated swimsuit issue to being the long-time face of David Jones, launching her own beauty line, and even trying
Trent Dalton: “If men owned their mistakes, we’d solve a lot of sh*t”
Trent Dalton is one of Australia’s most celebrated storytellers – a journalist-turned-bestselling author whose debut novel Boy Swallows Universe became a global phenomenon that leapt from page to Netflix and the stage. Now he’s back with Gravity Let Me Go, a novel he calls his most personal yet. In this episode, Trent opens up about the impact that the success of Boy Swallows Uni
For Miranda Tapsell, maternity leave isn’t really a thing
It’s been a month since actor Miranda Tapsell gave birth to her son Vincent, adding to an already busy household that also includes her husband James and their three-year-old daughter Grace. But Miranda hasn’t really had the chance to take parental leave, since she’s also busy welcoming another baby of sorts into the world: Top End Bub, an eight-part TV series four years in the m
Jelena Dokic: “I don’t hate my father. But I don’t forgive him”
Jelena Dokic became one of the biggest names in tennis as a teenager, reaching world No.4 and defeating some of the sport’s top players. And in the years since leaving the court, she has spoken openly and powerfully about surviving family violence, struggling with mental health and navigating body shame – from others and herself. In this episode, Jelena discusses her recent Logie
An interview with 'Australia's most hated woman' Kathleen Folbigg - Part one
Kathleen Folbigg was once considered Australia’s worst female serial killer after she was wrongly convicted of killing her four children. She spent 20 years in prison before being exonerated in 2023. In her first ever podcast, Kathleen and the woman who stood by her for two decades, Tracy Chapman, sit down for an exclusive conversation to talk about their fight for freedom. In part one of th
An interview with 'Australia's most hated woman' Kathleen Folbigg - Part two
Listen to part one here. Kathleen Folbigg spent 20 years in prison after she was wrongfully convicted of killing her four young children. Two years after being exonerated, Kathleen sat down with her best friend, Tracy Chapman, to write their new book, Inside Out. In part two of this exclusive conversation, Kathleen and Tracy share what it was really like inside that world, from the dail
Michelle Bridges: “ I looked in the mirror...WTF is going on?”
Michelle Bridges has built an empire on fitness, starting out as a trainer on The Biggest Loser and later launching her own company, 12WBT. But five years ago, everything changed. She felt like a stranger in her own body and was suddenly self-conscious about the way she looked, and her weight. After being prescribed antidepressants by her GP, Michelle’s search for answers led her to a
Natalie Barr just set a breakfast TV record. But she isn't boasting about it
As the woman who’s been dubbed “breakfast TV’s greatest survivor”, Natalie Barr has woken up with the nation for more than two decades — all while building a life with her husband and raising two sons. Yet she insists she’s far more interested in what’s coming up on next week’s Sunrise than in celebrating milestones or reflecting on just how far she&
Indy Clinton: the nose job, the trolls and the $8K dossier
By 17, Indy Clinton was making money on Instagram. By 26, she was a mum of three. Today, she’s not just a content creator – she’s a businesswoman standing up to online hate. In this episode, Indy opens up about the nose job she didn’t ask for (yes, the one that made international headlines) and why she spent $8000 on a private investigator to unmask her worst trolls. She sh
What Erin Molan learnt from losing everything
In 2024, Erin Molan lost every job she had. She always thought that was her greatest fear – but, she reveals, it has proven to be just the beginning of a whole new approach to life. On today’s episode, Erin announces her new career move with a US-based media platform. She also opens up about the real story behind those high-profile job losses, why she’s not planning on mani
Glennon Doyle on body image, resilience - and that Ivanka Trump post
When Glennon Doyle was diagnosed with anorexia in her 40s, her wife Abby was grieving the sudden death of her brother, and her sister Amanda had just been diagnosed with breast cancer. It was a year that brought all three of them to their knees — and became the unlikely foundation for their new book, We Can Do Hard Things. In this episode, Glennon opens up about what it means to keep showing
Six months on, axed Today star Alex Cullen is ready to talk
This week, Sarrah sits down with Alex Cullen for his first interview since the controversial “Lambo guy” incident that resulted in his departure from Today and Nine Network — as he exclusively reveals his plans for the future. In January, after he took up an offer from Melbourne-based billionaire Adrian Portelli, Alex found himself in the middle of a media storm that sparked nati
Everyone knew Laura Byrne was pregnant… except Matty J
It’s easy to be sceptical about reality TV romances. But sometimes, they just work. Take Laura Byrne and Matty J, who met and fell in love on The Bachelor Australia in 2017 – and are now one of the country’s most popular couples. In this episode of Something To Talk About, Laura and Matty sit down just weeks out from welcoming their third child to discuss – w
Botox, beauty and brutal honesty: Rebecca Judd is done being gaslit
Rebecca Judd is sick of being gaslit, and she knows you are too. In this episode of Something To Talk About, the entrepreneur and mum-of-four sits down with Sarrah Le Marquand to talk about her new beauty and wellness podcast Vain-ish, co-hosted with her best friend Jess Roberts. The pair are lifting the lid on cosmetic enhancements, wellness trends, and what it actually takes to “wake up li
Three Gold Logie nominees walk into a room…
For the first time in history, six of the seven Gold Logie nominees are women – and all of them are over the age of 40. In this special episode of Something To Talk About, three of those nominees – Sonia Kruger, Ally Langdon and Lynne McGranger – sit down together for a lively conversation about everything from how they feel about being part of the game-changing line-up vyi
Billion dollar woman: how MCOBeauty's Shelley Sullivan built a beauty empire
Australia’s biggest beauty mogul, Shelley Sullivan, has built three powerhouse businesses from the ground up. At just 21, she launched a boutique modelling agency. While working with models, Shelley spotted beauty fails like DIY lash-curling burns and patchy self‑tans – which led to her first beauty innovation: a heated lash curler, then “tan‑in‑a‑can”, and the birth of he
The morning workout that got Laura Henshaw pregnant
This week on Something To Talk About, Laura Henshaw joins Sarrah Le Marquand for a powerful and deeply personal conversation, as she celebrates and talks about her just-announced pregnancy. It was, as Laura says, “a complete shock” that came after a year of questioning whether motherhood was even right for her. Today, Laura reflects on the fears she worked through as she grappled
Abbie Chatfield doesn’t care what you think
Being investigated by the Australian Electoral Commission was not on Abbie Chatfield’s bingo card for 2025. But after interviewing Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and then Greens leader Adam Bandt on her podcast It’s A Lot, Abbie found herself at the centre of several conversations about the recent federal election campaign. In fact, some days it seemed there were more headlines w
Sarah Roberts is having good sex on (and off) screen
Sarah Roberts has been through more than most people in the last five years. The actor and DJ lost her brother in 2019, grappled with infertility and pregnancy loss and last year, ended her marriage to her former Home And Away co-star James Stewart. But Sarah believes that when she turned 40 last December, she finally turned a corner. In this exclusive conversation, Sarah joins us in the Something
Sylvia Jeffreys on money, marriage and mum guilt
Sylvia Jeffreys started working in the media 20 years ago. And given that she is yet to turn 40, it means that she has spent half her life holding her own in a tough industry. On today’s episode of Something To Talk About, Sylvia joins Sarrah in the studio for a wide-ranging conversation about two very eventful decades working for the one company, being stood down from the Today show at the
Are we about to find out what happened to William Tyrrell?
The disappearance of three-year-old William Tyrrell - the little boy in the Spider-Man suit who vanished from his foster grandmother’s garden - is a case that shocked the nation, destroyed lives and ended careers. More than 10 years later, we still don’t have answers. Award-winning journalists Dan Box and Nina Young have been covering the story since William first went missing in
Why Candice & David Warner want their daughters on social media
The conversation around restricting social media for children has been one of the biggest hot-button issues of the year – but Candice and David Warner have a very different view. In today’s episode, Candice reveals why the high-profile couple decided to open an Instagram account for their daughters (Ivy, 10, Indi, 9, and Isla, 5) called The Warner Sisters, which at the time of recordin
Tanya Hennessy: “ I put fertility over career. What if it doesn't work?”
Tanya Hennessy has been in the entertainment industry since 2011. She’s a radio host, comedian and producer. She’s written three kids’ books, two non-fiction novels, created three podcasts, gone on I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! and you’ve probably been sent one of her viral videos on Facebook, Instagram or TikTok. But five years ago she ma
The family business of Mamamia: in conversation with Mia Freedman & Jessie Stephens
When Mamamia co-founder Mia Freedman first hired Jessie Stephens to write for her, she had no idea she had also just hired her eldest son's future wife, and the mother of her first grandchild. That was 10 years ago. Since then, Mia and Jessie have gone on to sit opposite each other as two of the co-hosts of the Mamamia Out Loud podcast and have recently wrapped production on the second season of S
Meet the Fishers: family life with Chloe, Paul (AKA Fisher) and Bobbi
Chloe Fisher has made a name for herself speaking about the things that don’t often get spoken about. For the past five years, she’s opened up about grief, infertility and miscarriage on Darling, Shine! – the podcast she co-hosts with her best friend Ellidy Pullin. On this episode of Something To Talk About ahead of marking her first Mother’s Day as
Rodger Corser: “Do you want the truthful response to that?”
Rodger Corser is one of Australia’s best-known actors. He’s been nominated for three Gold Logies over the course of his 30-year career. He’s starred in shows such as McLeod’s Daughters, Spirited, Glitch and Doctor Doctor – and has also appeared on stage and in musicals, like his wife Renae. But his new role, as a game show host for the Nine Network’s new show Th
From cancer at 23 to four kids at 33: Tessa James’ life now
When Tessa James was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma at 23, she didn’t know what the rest of her life would look like. Her acting career, her ability to have children, her health - everything was up in the air. But 10 years on, Tessa is exactly where she wants to be: still married to husband Nate Myles, but now with four young children in tow, and with a career that has expanded well beyond
”Everyone's gonna think I'm the grandmother” - Madeleine West tells all about her seventh pregnancy
Earlier this year, Madeleine West revealed she is pregnant with her seventh child. What the 47-year-old actor initially thought were symptoms of perimenopause turned out to be something far different – and as she admits, a huge surprise. Madeleine last entered the maternity ward 10 years ago, and a lot has changed for the former Neighbours star since then. Madeleine joins Sarrah
Brooke Boney: life one year on after walking away from Today
Brooke Boney’s life looks very different to what it did a year ago. In 2024, she was waking up in the wee hours of the morning and preparing to beam into Australia’s living rooms as a news presenter and entertainment reporter on the Today show. Now she is beaming into this interview from her dorm room at Oxford University, where she’s pursuing a master’s degree in public po
Miranda Kerr on Victoria’s Secret, marriage & the secret behind her Oscars dress
From a successful career as one of Australia’s most in-demand models to mother of four boys and founder and CEO of Kora Organics (or, as she also calls it, “my baby girl”), Miranda Kerr has charted a fascinating path for herself. On this episode of Something To Talk About, Miranda joins Sarrah for a revealing conversation about her approach to motherhood – and co-parenting
Delta Goodrem opens up about her private life
Just over twenty years ago, Delta Goodrem found herself at a turning point – not only in her career, but also her life. Having undergone chemotherapy and radiation after being diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma in 2003, the then-teenage pop star was about to unveil a whole new version of herself, as hinted at by the name of the album she released the day before her 20th birthday, Mist
Natalie Bassingthwaighte: “I'm happier than I've ever been”
Natalie Bassingthwaighte knows a thing or two about reinvention. She’s done it multiple times in her career. Musical theatre performer. Singer. Actor. Television host. Reality TV star. She’s done it in her personal life, too. Sixteen months ago, Natalie joined Sarrah for an exclusive chat on the Stellar podcast, where she revealed for the first time that she had found new love with a w
Sandra Sully: ”I always felt a bit fraudulent, a bit of an imposter.”
There have been thousands of big news stories over the last 35 years, and Sandra Sully has covered them all – from being the first Australian journalist on air as the events of 9/11 unfolded to the Thredbo disaster, war zones, Olympics and royal weddings. On today’s episode of Something To Talk About, Sandra Sully joins Sarrah to discuss her enduring career in television news, the harr
Dannii Minogue on matchmaking, motherhood & her lowest moment
When Dannii Minogue convinced her parents to let her try out for Young Talent Time at the age of seven, she had no idea of the impact it would have – not only on her life, but that of the entire family, too. Because back in the early ‘80s, Minogue was just another surname in the suburban phone book. Today, of course, it’s so much more than that. It’s Dannii. It’s Kyli
Rebecca Gibney’s year of saying yes
Having recently turned 60, Rebecca Gibney is entering what she calls her “third act” vowing to do things that take her firmly out of comfort zone. To that end, as she exclusively reveals in this episode, she’s taking a whirl on a surprising new project by signing on to Dancing With The Stars. In a wide-ranging conversation with host Sarrah Le Marquand, Rebecca takes u
Karl Stefanovic on family, fear and the price of fame
He is one of the most recognisable names (and faces) in the country, but despite the fact he has been beaming into Australian homes for 20 years as co-host of the Today show, Karl Stefanovic remains in many ways an elusive man. He rarely gives in-depth interviews, but on this episode of Something To Talk About, Karl sits down for a no-holds-barred chat, with no topic off limits… and even a
Why Tammin Sursok no longer ‘fakes it’
Tammin Sursok is an accomplished actor, singer, podcaster and producer best known for her roles in hit TV series like Home and Away, The Young and The Restless and Pretty Little Liars. From the outside, her life looks glamorous. She splits her time between Sydney and Nashville with her husband and two children. But if you follow her on Instagram or listen to her podcast, you know that Tammin is no
From murders to meditation: Gary Jubelin's advice for a calmer life
Gary Jubelin specialised in the field of homicide for 25 years, rising to the rank of Detective Chief Inspector until the time of his retirement from the force in 2019. Since leaving the police, he has built another very successful career, this time in the media, the author of two best-selling books (I Catch Killer and Badness) and of course as host of one of Australia’s most successfu
Summer series: in conversation with Hamish Blake
Something To Talk About is continuing to publish across the summer break, and will be back with a brand new episode on January 12. In the meantime, we are revisiting some of your favourites from the 50 episodes we released over the past year. Today’s conversation is with Hamish Blake, which originally aired April 16, 2024. *** For more than 20 years, Hamish Blake has been a
Summer series: in conversation with Rosie Batty
Something To Talk About is continuing to publish across the summer break, and will be back with a brand new episode on January 12. In the meantime, we are revisiting some of your favourites from the 50 episodes we released released over the past year. Today’s conversation is with Rosie Batty, which originally aired March 16, 2024. *** Ten years after her son Luke Batty was
