In this heartfelt conversation, Darren Hayes shares his journey from childhood trauma to international fame, as both the lead singer of Savage Garden, and as a solo artist. His new memoir 'Unlovable', gives us insight into the harrowing secrets and shame that plagued him throughout his life, and the fantasy world he created to escape in.

Darren discusses his experience of domestic violence, his struggle with his sexuality, and the importance of self-love and healing. He reflects on the support he received from icons like Elton John and where he finds joy now.

CONTENT WARNING: This conversation touches on family violence and homophobia. If this content raises any issues for you, help is available by contacting 1-800-RESPECT for a safe place to talk day and night or Lifeline on 13 11 14.

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• Learn more about Darren's memoir Unloveable
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CREDITS:
Host: Jessica Rowe
Guests: Darren Hayes
Executive Producer: Nic McClure
Producer: Amy Kimball
Audio Producer: Chris Marsh
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.

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Liz Ellis is arguably Australia's most well-known, and most successful netballer. She played for the national Australian team for 15 years, and was captain for four years, and is now the head of Netball Australial. This year she added 'Queen of the Jungle' to her list of accolades, after winning her season of I'm A Celebrity, Get Me Out Of Here!

But as Liz herself shares, the hard work and determination that it takes to become a professional athlete can have surprising effects on your personal life. Liz and Jess swap stories about IVF, coping with failure, embracing chaos, and navigating mid-life and menopause.

CONTENT WARNING: This conversation touches on miscarriage, and fertility issues. If this content raises any issues for you, help is available by contacting Lifeline on 13 11 14 or SANDS on 1300 308 307.

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• Learn more about Liz's podcast No Dribble
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• If you loved this chat with Darren we think you'll love Jess's conversation with Jelena Dokic here
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CREDITS:
Host: Jessica Rowe
Guests: Liz Ellis
Executive Producer: Nic McClure
Audio Producer: Chris Marsh
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.

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In 1984, Jayne Torvill and Chris Dean became Olympic gold medallists and were shot to international fame with their now iconic 'Boléro' routine. Forty years on, and after almost fifty years as a skating duo, the pair are saying a long goodbye to the rink with their Our Last Dance tour.

Jess sat down with Jayne and Chris to hear about their journey from hire skates in Nottingham to the Olympic rink, the importance of eye contact, what not to say at the dole office, and the secret to their 50-year partnership.

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CREDITS:
Host: Jessica Rowe
Guests: Jayne Torvill & Chris Dean
Executive Producer: Nic McClure
Producer: Amy Kimball
Audio Producer: Chris Marsh
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.