Tell Us Something We Don't Know - A Serious Chat with a Comedian: Recent Episodes
Joe Avati
Rita De Montis
One of Canada’s top journalists, the Lifestyle and Food editor of the Toronto Sun Rita De Montis talks to Joe about interviewing top chefs like Jamie Oliver and Stanley Tucci, about how the food landscape has changed in Canada and the demise of credible journalism through social media.
COSIMA DE VITO - one of Australia’s greatest female voices talks to us about her journey leading up to the inaugural Australian Idol competition, what happened immediately after and being a Mum today (with several cameo appearances from her daughter Amelia).
Probably Australia’s premier hairstylist with clients such as Paris Hilton and Elle McPherson, all round nice guy Joey Scandizzo reveals the secrets to his hugely business and you will be surprised to hear what he did before hairdressing.
Richard Warneke is a man who has his finger on the pulse when it comes to food in Australia. As one of the top food marketers in the country he talks to us about what is trending in Australia in 2023.
Stephen Coniglio, the former captain of the GWS Giants talks to us about what it took to be one of the best footballers in the AFL and how he dealt with being a captain and his very public dropping out of the team at the time.
Jacob Galea, one of the most sought after life coaches in the world gives us an insight into what it takes to succeed in what you do and how to tap into and use your subconscious mind to help yourself personally and in your business endeavours
Up and coming comedy sensation Anthony Locascio and Joe talk about the intricacies of the precise craft of stand up, the definition of a real comedian and how his greek and Italian heritages influence his routines.
A chat with Dominic Ciambrone an LA based artist known as “The Surgeon” who became famous for making custom shoes for celebrities such as Justin Bieber, Will.I.Am and Drake.
Hollywood actress Sofia Milos chats to Joe about her time as a star of CSI Miami, the Sopranos and Curb your enthusiasm and how Hollywood has changed since she moved to LA at the age of 21.
If you are a fan of Santana and Journey then listening to Gregg Rolie, twice a rock and roll hall of fame inductee, discussing in detail what it was like to be the founding member of these two iconic bands is a must.
Johnny Romeo, one of the world's leading pop artists, gives us an insight into the mind of an artist and why people pay a fortune for artwork which, for most people, looks like a 2 year old's squiggle.
Carlii Lyon, PR representative to the likes of Miranda Kerr and Dr John De Martini, shares her insights into personal branding and how social media is shaping the way we look at people today.
How does a guy who failed high school end up being young entrepreneur of the year? Listen to his story and nuggets of wisdom of a BRW young rich lister.
Why do people lie? How do we spot a lie? And why women are better liars than men? Steve Van Aperen, the human lie detector, gives us a fascinating insight into the psychology of lying.
We get to hear from one of Australia’s most well known reality TV stars, Lydia Schiavello, who sheds light on what really goes on behind the scenes one of the most popular shows on Australian TV.
On this week's episode, Joe is chatting about food and ethnic culture with one of the worlds best “Masterchefs," George Calombaris .
Jess Marchi is an Italian Australian actress and comedienne and in this episode she discusses the ins and outs of being a social media sensation.
Bianca and Bridgett, inventors of the hugely successful Booby Tape and recent winners of Entrepreneurs of the Year, talk to Joe about their success and newfound fame.
This week Joe chats to Melina Marchetti, one of the most influential Australian writers from children’s books to movie scripts such as Looking for Alibrandi we hear about the ins and outs of a brilliant writer's mind.
Our guest this week is host of David Rocco’s DOLCE VITA a lifestyle food show syndicated all over the world. An expert on Italian food and author of several cookbooks David gives us an insight into his food world.
You can tell a lot about a man from his shoes and a woman by her handbag and in this episode Star of Paramount+ Undressed with Kathryn Eisman gives us a fascinating insight into why people wear what they wear and what it says about them including a dressing down of Joe Avati.
Lex Marinos, star of the 80’s hit sitcom Kingswood Country, talks about the first time the word wog was used on Australian TV, the ins and outs of recording in front of a live studio audience and his work on the Bodyline series.
Joe chats with his comedy brothers Tahir and Rob Shehadie about how they all met, what really happens backstage on tour, how Joe loves sleeping on the job….literally … and what’s up next for this comedy duo.
Dr Demartini explains to us how, as a street kid, he stumbled his way through the early years of his life - which led him to a chance meeting with one of his his mentors - which ultimately got him on the path to learning and eventually teaching. An inspiring story from one of the world's best teachers, this episode gives us an insight into his personal life, the way his mind works and who he considers to be some the most influential teachers of our time.
ABOUT DR DEMARTINI: John Demartini is an Internationally renowned speaker, founder of the Demartini Institute, and author of over 40 books. He featured on the hugely successful movie The Secret and his teachings are followed by millions around the world.
Tim discusses the infamous Wembley Arena Stadium Show, his best ever gigs, including what it was like getting off stage and finding Keith Richards in your dressing room and having Dave Stewart crash your after-party. The discussion then turns to the day Micheal Hutchence died and the immediate aftermath, finding his replacement, the passing of his long term manager Chris Murphy, where to from here for INXS and for Tim, and finally his love affair with Italy.
ABOUT TIM FARRISS: A Man who needs no further introduction other than he was the lead guitarist of INXS.
Tim Farriss discusses the very early years - from teenage boy band 'The Farriss Brothers', to becoming what was known as INXS. Tim then elaborates on touring life, including hanging out in Freddy Mercury’s hotel room, attending the Grammy’s on his own, and why the album KICK, at first, was rejected by their record label.
ABOUT TIM FARRISS: A Man who needs no further introduction other than he was the lead guitarist of INXS.
An insight into the mind of an inventor discussing his inventions and his thoughts on Elon Musk, global warming, how a world tragedy helped cure cancer, is margarine really one molecule away from plastic, and how post it notes were a complete accident.
ABOUT ALDO:
An avid inventor and bike manufacturer, Aldo is contracted to help solve all sort of problems around the world but it's how his mind works that has made him stand out. His ability to discuss the intricacies of everyday situations is outstanding.
Steve Scalone talks to Joe about how he became one of Australia’s best commercial and travel photographers, what makes a good photographer take a good picture, and a brief history of how photography has changed in recent history - including where we are headed next within this realm.
ABOUT STEVE: Steve Scalone is an Australian-based Commercial and Fine Arts photographer who perfectly captures scenes that resonate the ‘decisive moment’. He employs The use of delicate tones, refined composition, and a precise depth to draw the viewer into his images, provoking curiosity about the scenes and the people in them. He has won numerous awards including the AIPP Commercial Photographer of the Year, the AIPP Australian Top Travel Photographer of the Year numerous times and in 2017 his book Urban Clarity won Australia’s Photobook of the Year.
In the second part of his chat with Joe Nic elaborates on whether or not Jet will reform, his solo career, living in Italy, reverse questioning Joe on touchy subject and his latest project - a children's book based on the Iconic Melbourne Skipping Girl sign.
ABOUT NIC: Nic Cester is a bona fide Rockstar. He is best known as the frontman of a former band who sold over 6 million copies between their three albums. He is also known for his extraordinary voice, songwriting smarts and powerful stage performances across a ten-year career with one of Australia’s most successful rock exports Jet. Jet had hits such as Are you gonna be my girl and Cold Hard Bitch and, as well as touring the globe themselves, were invited to open up for Oasis, The Rolling Stones and Bruce Springsteen to name a few. He has recently released a solo album called Sugar Rush and is now about to release a children’s book based on the iconic Melbourne Skipping Girl sign.
Nic Cester discusses how Jet was formed and what propelled them to super stardom, the intricacies of writing hit songs as an 18 year old sitting on the throne, and touring with some of the biggest rock bands in the world including The Rolling Stones and Oasis.
ABOUT NIC: Nic Cester is a bona fide Rockstar. He is best known as the frontman of a former band who sold over 6 million copies between their three albums. He is also known for his extraordinary voice, songwriting smarts and powerful stage performances across a ten-year career with one of Australia’s most successful rock exports Jet. Jet had hits such as Are you gonna be my girl and Cold Hard Bitch and, as well as touring the globe themselves, were invited to open up for Oasis, The Rolling Stones and Bruce Springsteen to name a few. He has recently released a solo album called Sugar Rush and is now about to release a children’s book based on the iconic Melbourne Skipping Girl sign.
As one of the pioneers of Australian comedy Vince takes us on a journey discussing the inception of the stand up comedy scene, how becoming famous now is vastly different to when he started, in the early 80’s. He also chats about terrible gigs, homeschooling, travel and gives us a rare insight into the Sydney and Melbourne rivalry.
ABOUT VINCE: There is no more accomplished performer in Australia than Vince Sorrenti. You name it he has done it. Not only has he entertained us for almost 40 years with his stand up routines but he has also lent his acute observations to writing and presenting in every facet of entertainment . Perhaps more importantly he is one of the most influential characters in the Australian comedy landscape. He was there in the important emerging stages of the Australian comedy scene and is still going strong today. His career has stood the test of time which is testament to him but his insight is invaluable and that’s why I am excited to talk to him today.
As the preferred driver to visiting rock stars, movie stars and heads of state Peter Valenti has seen it all. When he first started driving around couples to their weddings, he would have never imagined that one day he would be driving backwards up one way streets to avoid a possible assassin killing his passenger, personally closing down a Louis Vuitton store so that the Sultan of Jahore could drop hundreds of thousands of dollars on designer bags or that he would be responsible for American pop queen P!nk gaining entry into Malaysia.
EPISODE DESCRIPTION:
Being one of the best comedy sketch writers in Australia Tahir discusses the ins and outs of his craft, what really happens backstage at some of the biggest comedy shows in Australia, his new venture and what it was like being at a Sydney comedy club when the late Robin Williams decided to turn up to try out material ahead of his Australian tour.
ABOUT TAHIR:
Tahir is one of Australia’s most successful comedians and producers who has been performing and writing sketch comedy and TV shows for the past 25 years. His portrayal of Habib on hit TV shows Fat Pizza and Housos was one of the most memorable characters in recent times and he had the unique accolade of having two TV television comedies back to back on seperate networks.
Friends for over 25 years, Tahir and Joe discuss the events that lead up to their first ever standup comedy set at Sydney’s Original Comedy Store back in 1995. Tahir discusses how stand up shaped his teaching career, what it was like being Rebel Wilson’s on-screen husband and the strange and often bizarre behaviour of some fans who couldn’t seperate the fact that his character Habib on Fat Pizza wasn’t actually a drug dealer in real life.
Tahir is one of Australia’s most successful comedians and producers who has been performing and writing sketch comedy and TV shows for the past 25 years. His portrayal of Habib on hit TV shows Fat Pizza and Housos was one of the most memorable characters in recent times and he had the unique accolade of having two TV television comedies back to back on seperate networks.
Michèle Wolff continues to discuss the reasons why certain foods have an effect on humans. She also takes us through why she went from being a vegan to now including meats in her diet, why beans give you gas and why some doctors don’t like naturopaths.
Michelle Wolfe is a naturopath, colonic hydrotherapy specialist, author of the book Digestive Solutions and through her practice, Ultimate Detox Solutions provides a wealth of knowledge on alternative medicine and therapies.
Michèle Wolff talks to Joe about the benefits of colonic irrigation, what you can learn from seeing your stools, why peanut allergies are a modern day condition and the reason some foods react negatively with certain people.
Michèle Wolff is a naturopath, colonic hydrotherapy specialist, author of the book Digestive Solutions and through her practice, Ultimate Detox Solutions provides a wealth of knowledge on alternative medicine and therapies.
Our chat with John Aloisi continues as he talks about playing soccer for Australia, his coaching ups and downs and explains in detail giving us a second by second account of what led up to the moment where he scored the penalty that had him become the poster child of one of Australia’s greatest sporting moments ever.
John Aloisi talks to us in detail about how you go from playing cricket as a kid in Adelaide to playing soccer in some of the best leagues in the world and what it was like scoring your first goal in Serie A from your first touch in your first game.
John Aloisi is one of Australia's best soccer players, having played in Italy's Serie A, the Premier League in England and La Liga in Spain. He has also coached various teams in Australia's A league but is best known for scoring the penalty shot that got Australia into the 2006 World Cup which resulted in one of Australia's greatest and most memorable sporting moments.