Australian Journalist and TV Presenter Jess Rowe jumps past the small talk, to show you a different side of her famous guests in these heartfelt and honest conversations. x

Episode List

Kris Fade On Anxiety, Reality TV and Life In Dubai

Jul 1st, 2026 5:00 PM

Kris Fade has lived a fascinating life; his radio show attracts millions of listeners, he has lived in Dubai for the last 19 years, and he's a reality TV star and a business owner. Despite all this, he is remarkably down-to-earth, and honest about his struggles with identity, depression and anxiety. He joins Jess Rowe to speak about a side of his life you might not see on social media or his radio show. Kris also has a podcast One on One with Kris Fade. And his protein bar business Fade Fit will land in Australia in October. Follow Kris on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krisfade/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KrisFadeOfficial/ And TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@krisfade Follow Jess Rowe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessjrowe/And TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@craphousewife See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jefferson Fisher Is The Calm Voice We All Need Right Now

Jun 24th, 2026 5:00 PM

Improving our communication is so much easier said than done, but it can honestly change your life. Enter: communication expert and lawyer Jefferson Fisher. He has helped his millions of social media followers have better conversations, argue less, and get more out of your interactions with others. He joins Jess on the podcast to give practical advice about how to have hard discussions, setting boundaries, and dealing with rude people. This episode is bound to leave you feeling a lot calmer, and ready to have those hard conversations. You can see Jefferson live in Australia and NZ, information here: https://www.jeffersonfisher.com/events You can now watch The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show on YouTube: https://youtu.be/j1WLRHEtPwI Follow Jess Rowe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessjrowe/And TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@craphousewifeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel MacPherson On Masculinity, Fatherhood, and the Role Of A Lifetime

Jun 17th, 2026 5:00 PM

Daniel MacPherson has been gracing Australian TV screens for almost 30 years, on iconic shows like Neighbours, The Bill, and Dancing With The Stars. But now he's stepping into his toughest role yet, in the film Beast alongside Russell Crowe. Daniel joined Jess to reflect on the physical and mental lengths he had to go to for this role, why acting is the main focus in his career now, and how fatherhood has changed everything for him. You can stream Beast on Stan now: https://www.stan.com.au/watch/beast-2026 You can now watch The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show on YouTube: https://youtu.be/HK92h2Wp5tk Follow Jess Rowe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessjrowe/ And TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@craphousewifeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul de Gelder On Life After A Shark Attack

Jun 10th, 2026 5:00 PM

Paul de Gelder has experienced what most of us would consider a living nightmare. While working as an elite Navy clearance diver, Paul was attacked by a bull shark in Sydney Harbour. Paul lost his hand and leg and almost lost his life in the attack. This is a story of resilience and facing your fears. Paul has gone on to inspiring heights through his motivational speaking, advocacy, international tv career and now as the host of Shark! on Channel 9. He joins Jess to speak about what that day of the attack was like, what his life looks like now, and why he doesn't consider himself 'brave'. Watch Shark! on Channel 9 and 9Now: https://www.9now.com.au/shark This episode touches on themes of suicide. If you need help, Lifeline is always there on 13 11 14 or at lifeline.org.au You can now watch The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Mgg5hQT6l-s Follow Jess Rowe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessjrowe/ And TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@craphousewifeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Debra Lawrance Isn't Slowing Down Any Time Soon

Jun 3rd, 2026 5:00 PM

Debra Lawrance is Australian TV and stage royalty, from her iconic role as Pippa on Home and Away to her current role as Clairee in the stage production of Steel Magnolias. But this conversation is about so much more than her brilliant career; it's about how she sees and moves through the world. From her start at NIDA with Mel Gibson to marrying her on-screen husband in real life, nothing about Debra's life has been ordinary. She has so much wisdom to offer, and she's not slowing down any time soon. You can find more information and get tickets to see Debra Lawrance in Steel Magnolia here: https://www.steelmagnoliasplay.com/ Follow Jo on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jofrost/And TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jofrost You can now watch The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show on YouTube: https://youtu.be/9EnZTXXAHtU Follow Jess Rowe on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessjrowe/ And TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@craphousewifeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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