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Episode List

They Said Women Couldn’t Fly. Deborah Lawrie Proved Them Wrong.

Aug 19th, 2026 5:00 PM

If you are travelling to Sydney Airport, chances are you might drive over the newly built Deborah Lawrie Flyover. Its namesake is the remarkable Captain Deborah Lawrie, who was the first woman in Australia to become a pilot for a commercial airline, after a ground‑breaking legal battle. Despite being qualified, Deborah Lawrie’s applications to be a pilot were repeatedly rejected due to her gender, but her will to fly and stand up for what is right helped her pave the way for women everywhere. She’s written a remarkable memoir called Touching the Sky, which you can find here: https://www.booktopia.com.au/touching-the-sky-deborah-lawrie/ebook/9781460718599.html?srsltid=AfmBOorKh_e6KQU4bs2A4tO5muqCfjISstM_Qd057JsQOHuRrqyke9E4 Deborah is a trailblazer in every sense of the word, and she’s still flying for Virgin Australia. This is conversation is not to be missed. See if your credit card’s eligible now at VelocityFrequentFlyer.com You can watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/QTqXIY-HwrA Follow Jess Rowe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessjrowe/ And TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@craphousewife See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bonus Ep: Annabel Crabb & Jess Spill The Tea On The Media

Aug 12th, 2026 6:30 PM

In this special bonus episode, guest Annabel Crabb turned the tables on Jess Rowe to ask her about her experiences in the media, good and bad. Make sure you listen to the full interview with Annabel first, and you can watch this episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/jzdLpXirGQcSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Annabel Crabb On Grief, Motherhood, And The Joy Of Cooking

Aug 12th, 2026 5:00 PM

Annabel Crabb is a journalist, podcaster, writer, and host of the hit show Kitchen Cabinet, which you can watch now on ABC TV and ABC iview. Now in its eighth season, Annabel has meals cooked for her by some of the most powerful people in the country while she brings along dessert. The ideal recipe for disarming and frank conversations. In her personal life, Annabel has experienced her own highs and lows, from meeting her partner and starting a family, to the loss of her brother. In this conversation, Annabel opens up about the best and worst parts of being human. And don't miss our bonus episode with Annabel, where she discussed life in the media with Jess. You can watch Kitchen Cabinet on ABC iView: https://iview.abc.net.au/show/kitchen-cabinet Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/GptPH5sDFa4 Follow Jess Rowe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessjrowe/ And TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@craphousewife See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Esther Perel Wants You To Have Better Sex

Aug 5th, 2026 5:00 PM

Esther Perel is a best-selling author and podcaster, and is no stranger to talking about topics that other people might shy away from. Her podcast 'Where Should We Begin' has her speaking to real couples about the problems in their relationships, and her seminal book 'Mating In Captivity' has sold over a million copies and turns 20 this year. She joins Jess ahead of her Australian tour to speak about staying intimate in a relationship, the importance of surprising your partner, and how technology has changed relationships. Get tickets to see Esther Perel live here: https://www.tegdainty.com/tour/ep26web/ Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/X6XlopnN9DM Follow Jess Rowe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessjrowe/ And TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@craphousewife See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Super Stardom At Sixteen: So What's Next For Gabriella Cilmi?

Jul 29th, 2026 5:00 PM

At only sixteen Gabriella Cilmi was experiencing incredible success; she had a hit single with 'Sweet About Me' and a number 1 album, and six ARIA award wins. But behind the scenes, she was struggling under the pressure of the music industry and her figuring out who she really was. Almost 2 decades later, she's releasing music again on her own terms, with her new album Pure Love coming out on the 9th of October. This is Gabriella Cilmi, in her own words. Preorder Gabriella's album Pure Love here: https://gabriellacilmimusic.com/ Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/P-_YEs4Y1ng Follow Jess Rowe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessjrowe/ And TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@craphousewife See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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