Too often, we avoid real conversations. Entrepreneur Mark Bouris sits down and gets to know people, understands what makes them tick, and shares the great and u...
#171 The Happy Hour Duo: Lucy Jackson & Nikki Westcott on friendship, business & dating
Lucy Jackson and Nikki Westcott are best friends and business partners behind the fashion label Jagger and Stone and wine brand Who is Jackson West? They also host Happy Hour with Lucy & Nikki, one of Australia’s most popular podcasts.This one’s a cracker—Lucy and Nikki bring the energy as we dive into their journey, the influencer game, the chaos of entrepreneurship, dating, and plenty more.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter & YouTube. You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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#170 Alex Pereira on Fighting Oleksandr Usyk, moving up to Heavyweight & who the UFC GOAT is?
Alex Pereira is the reigning UFC light heavyweight champion and a former middleweight champion, widely regarded as one of the greatest combat sports athletes of all time.I spoke with Alex at the exclusive VIP AOA Global event at the ICC Sydney Grand Ballroom, where we discussed his time in Australia, cornering Sean Strickland, the possibility of a fight against Oleksandr Usyk, his upcoming bout with Magomed Ankalaev, the meaning of Chama, his early life and journey into MMA, his legendary UFC fights, who he considers the GOAT, and much more.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter & YouTube. You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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#169 Bruce Buffer: The Voice of the UFC on Life, Business & Wild Vegas Nights
Bruce Buffer is best known as the iconic voice of the UFC. The legendary octagon announcer is a true gentleman, a sharp entrepreneur, and a man with one hell of a life story. From discovering his long-lost brother, Michael Buffer, to the wild early days of the UFC and unforgettable nights in Vegas- this one’s got it all.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter & YouTube. You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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#168: UFC boss Dana White & NSW Premier Chris Minns talk UFC 312
Today, I had the chance to sit down with Dana White and NSW Premier Chris Minns ahead of UFC 312—an event that’s set to put Sydney on the global stage once again.Dana is one of America’s most successful entrepreneurs, taking the UFC from a struggling business into a global powerhouse. Chris, along with Destination NSW, played a key role in securing this event for Sydney, recognising the economic and cultural impact the UFC brings to the state.In this conversation, we covered everything—from the UFC’s influence on Sydney to the global appeal of the sport, fighter preparation, and what makes a great champion. Dana shared insights into how the UFC cultivates stars, the business of fight promotion, and his own approach to leadership, drive, and health.You can order UFC 312 live on Sunday, Feb 9, exclusively on Main Event via Kayo Sports.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter & YouTube. You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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#167 UFC Champion Dricus Du Plessis on war with Sean Strickland, Alex Pereira & who is the GOAT?
I spoke to the reigning UFC Middleweight Champion Dricus Du Plessis before his rematch this Saturday at UFC 312 in Sydney. We discussed his upcoming rematch with Sean Strickland, his journey to the top, what defines an elite champion, Alex Pereira being a cornerman for his opponent, his GOAT list, Conor McGregor, what’s next for him and much more.You can order UFC 312 live on Sunday, Feb 9, exclusively on Main Event via Kayo Sports.Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter & YouTube. You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Too often, we avoid real conversations. Entrepreneur Mark Bouris sits down and gets to know people, understands what makes them tick, and shares the great and unusual things they’re doing. There’s no sugar coating. There’s no hiding behind fancy marketing slogans. Just an honest conversation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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