The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show

• Melissa Leong 'It's Not My Shame'

  Melissa Leong is a celebrated food writer, TV host and judge, best known for bringing warmth, intelligence and honesty to Australian screens. The daughter of Singaporean-Chinese parents, Melissa has built a career that celebrates culture, creativity and courage, using food and storytelling as her way of connecting people to what really matters. In this episode, Melissa opens up about growing up different and how feeling like an outsider shaped her sense of self, embracing individuality as a lifelong journey. She shares the importance of releasing shame that isn’t ours and the healing that comes from owning our stories with honesty and grace. Melissa also reflects on why failure is essential to growth and why learning to say no is such a vital part of her self-care. Know someone who'd enjoy this episode? Why not share it with them by tapping the 3 dots above ⬆︎ and passing it on LINKS: Melissa's memoir GUTS is available now wherever you get your books If you loved this chat with Melissa we think you'll love Jess's conversation with Julie Goodwin here If you love what we do, why not follow the show, and rate and review on Apple or Spotify CREDITS:Host: Jessica RoweGuest: Melissa Leong Executive Producer: Nic McClureAudio Producer: Nat Marshall Digital Content Producer: Zoe Panaretos The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show acknowledges the Gadigal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders peoples here today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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• Sam Armytage ‘I will find love again for sure’

  Samantha Armytage is one of Australia’s most familiar and beloved television personalities. From her years in breakfast television to her work on Farmer Wants a Wife, Sam has always brought warmth, wit, and authenticity to the screen. Now she’s back in the spotlight as host of The Golden Bachelor, celebrating second chances at love. In this heartfelt conversation, Sam opens up about navigating grief after the loss of her mum, balancing public and private life, dealing with public scrutiny, and what it means to stay true to yourself in a media world that often prizes perfection. She opens up about aging and meeting midlife with confidence, opening her heart to love again, and finding joy in life’s next chapters, both on and off screen. Know someone who'd enjoy this episode? Why not share it with them by tapping the 3 dots above ⬆︎ and passing it on LINKS: Catch Sam on The Golden Bachelor Mondays and Tuesdays on Nine and 9NOW If you loved this chat with Sam we think you'll love Jess's conversation with Rebecca Gibney here If you love what we do, why not follow the show, and rate and review on Apple or Spotify CREDITS:Host: Jessica RoweGuest: Sam Armytage Executive Producer: Nic McClureAudio Producer: Nat Marshall Digital Content Producer: Zoe Panaretos The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show acknowledges the Gadigal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders peoples here today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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• John Edward on Signs and the Afterlife: Your Questions Answered

  In this episode, Jess welcomes back renowned psychic medium John Edward to explore the afterlife, grief, and the signs our loved ones send us. John answers your questions on spirit guides, dreams, and the purpose of souls, while sharing how pets teach us unconditional love and why signs from the other side may shift over time. In this episode John emphasizes the importance of staying curious and open to signs, as well as the significance of understanding our purpose in life. He reveals that The afterlife is about understanding and love, not judgment, and leads a special exercise to help you release negative energy and navigate your emotions with greater clarity Know someone who'd find comfort in this episode? Why not share it with them by tapping the 3 dots above ⬆︎ and passing it on LINKS: John is returning this October for his National tour, tickets and dates www.johnedward.net If you loved this chat with John we think you'll love Jess's previous episodes with John here If you love what we do, why not follow the show, and rate and review on Apple or Spotify CREDITS:Host: Jessica RoweGuest: John EdwardExecutive Producer: Nic McClureAudio Producer: Nat Marshall Digital Content Producer: Zoe Panaretos The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show acknowledges the Gadigal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders peoples here today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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• Jonathon ‘JMO’ Moran ‘I found the desire to live’

  Jonathan “J.Mo” Moran is one of Australia’s best known entertainment journalists, but behind the red carpets lies a far more complex story. In this candid conversation, Jess uncovers the real person behind the headlines: JMo’s struggles with self-image, the lasting impact of childhood trauma, and what led him to become a Lifeline ambassador. They explore the hidden costs of a glamorous career, how the loss of his close friend Charlotte Dawson reshaped his understanding of mental health, and why advocating for open, stigma-free conversations matters more than ever. JMo reflects on coping mechanisms (healthy and not), the challenges of journalistic integrity, and the role of connection, purpose, and kindness in his journey. A powerful reminder that every public persona hides a private battle, and that sharing those struggles can help light the way for others. Content Warning: This conversation touches on substance addiction, abuse and suicide. If it raises any emotional distress for you, please reach out to someone, or call Lifeline for 24 hour crisis support and suicide prevention services on 13 11 14Know someone who'd enjoy this episode? Why not share it with them by tapping the 3 dots above ⬆︎ and passing it on LINKS: JMO's book ‘Mental as Anyone’ A Toolkit for Surviving and Thriving on the Chaotic Rollercoaster of Life is available HERE If you loved this chat with JMO we think you'll love Jess's conversation with Vincent Fantuzzo If you love what we do, why not follow the show, and rate and review on Apple or Spotify CREDITS:Host: Jessica RoweGuest: Jonathon Moran Executive Producer: Nic McClureAudio Producer: Nat Marshall Digital Content Producer: Zoe Panaretos The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show acknowledges the Gadigal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders peoples here today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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• Rosie O'Donnell ‘I'm not as fearless as I pretend’

  Iconic entertainer Rosie O’Donnell is one of the most fearless voices of our time, a trailblazing comedian, actor, talk show host, and outspoken advocate who’s never shied away from speaking her truth. From her breakout in A League of Their Own and her Emmy-winning daytime show, to her bold activism and heartfelt storytelling, Rosie has spent decades making audiences laugh, think, and feel deeply. Now living in Ireland, she’s finding new meaning in life and motherhood, and she’s in Australia for the very first time with her acclaimed one-woman show ‘Common Knowledge’. In this episode, Rosie opens up about losing her mother as a child, how grief has shaped her life, and the courage it takes to keep standing up even when life (or politics) knocks you down. She reflects on living without fame’s illusions, her friendships with icons like Madonna and Barbra Streisand, and why she once had to delete Oprah’s number from her phone. Know someone who'd enjoy this episode? Why not share it with them by tapping the 3 dots above ⬆︎ and passing it on LINKS: Catch Rosie in her critically acclaimed one-woman show Common Knowledge at the Sydney Opera House this Thursday HERE, followed by a Melbourne show on Sunday 19 October HERE If you loved this chat with Rosie we think you'll love Jess's conversation with Amy Poehler If you love what we do, why not follow the show, and rate and review on Apple or Spotify This episode is dedicated to the memory of Rosie's mum, Rosann Teresa Murtha O'Donnell, and to all the women we’ve loved and lost to breast cancer. CREDITS:Host: Jessica RoweGuest: Rosie O'DonnellExecutive Producer: Nic McClureAudio Producer: Nat Marshall Digital Content Producer: Zoe Panaretos The Jess Rowe Big Talk Show acknowledges the Gadigal people, Traditional Custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders peoples here today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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