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In this episode, I sit down with Curtis Stone for a brutally honest conversation about what really happens behind the success. Curtis opens up about almost losing the $4m business he backed with his brother, the bad review he literally threw in the bin because he knew it was wrong, and the reality of the drug epidemic he sees every day living in LA. He talks about why he actually moved to LA in the first place (a free trip with his mates), and why Australia is pulling him home again — including the restaurant he wants to open here next.There are lighter moments too: the panic of Paul McCartney turning up to dinner with no vegan meals prepared, the blind date with his wife he nearly didn’t go on, and what it was really like working under Marco Pierre White — intense, intimidating, and formative. We also talk steak — including the perfect cut served at Curtis’ LA restaurant, Gwen (we tasted it… it’s elite). And guys, if you like this epsiode, I'd really appreciate a follow It's free and it really helps us build this channel.

In this conversation, Big Chocky and I tackle some of the most difficult and polarising issues facing Australia right now. Big Chocky opens up about being labelled a racist, his stance against all forms of extremism, and why calls for retaliation after the Bondi attacks were not the right answer. We discuss ASIO, the limits of watchlists, and the reality that many serious threats never make headlines. The conversation turns to protecting women amid rising attacks, the lack of positive role models for young boys, and how anger can be redirected into communication rather than violence. He also shares his personal story — being adopted at two months old, never knowing his biological parents, the role his wife has played in his success, and how he grew an audience of more than one million people in just a year. Karl reflects on his own father’s experience immigrating to Australia, the importance of assimilation, and what it means to join a country by embracing its values — not just living within its borders. A confronting, personal and timely conversation.

In this episode, I sat down with Alexander Volkanovski for a raw conversation about what it really takes to stay at the top. At 37. About being written off, fighting through doubt, and the mental discipline it takes to keep showing up when the margin for error is zero. He talks fighting in Sydney this Sunday, the pressure of carrying a nation - in front of his family, preparing for the unexpected, and why providing for his family is still the ultimate motivator. From White House UFC hype to the quiet, unseen work of mental readiness, this is an honest look at resilience, legacy, and staying in the fight long after people think you’re done. Love to know what you think. Follow my page so you never miss an episode.

Pauline Hanson live on The Karl Stefanovic Show. Pauline talks Gina Rinehart'd involvement with the party, her strategy to get into the seat, the laws we need against burning our flag, her time in the clinker, her phobia and so much more. Leave your comments and be sure to subscribe so you don't miss any episodes.

Introducing The Karl Stefanovic Show. A chance for me to get curious. A few decades on the telly has given me a very good bullshit metre - and an an eye for a bloody great story. This show will be the people I know you want to hear from too - across politics, sport, business and culture. Unfiltered. Unscripted. Uncensored. I'll go there. Why not? No spin. Lots of fun. Ready to take a walk on the wild side? We start this Sunday with a live show at 2pm. Subscribe so you don't miss a thing.