Big Bros
The late teens and early 20s are a tumultuous journey. An influential period that can seem overwhelming, yet exciting. Those around us share their advice and experiences, but perhaps this perspective sharing may feel outdated and out of touch. Join Big Bros, Jeremy Tusia and Ilan Volchek, as they offer a refreshing and relatable outlook on all topics, juicy, fun, and philosophical drawing on their experiences as two young adults.
Episodes
148 episodes
Ep 148. Roan Steele - Why Belief Outlasts Talent
In this week’s episode, we sat down with Roan Steele, current Collingwood Magpies AFL young gun and mature-age recruit who fought his way through the VFL and WAFL before being selected in the 2025 mid-season draft. While many people picture foo...
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Ep 147. Can You Change Your Identity?
We all want to set ambitious goals, but why do so many of us fail to reach the goals we genuinely care about? The biggest lever behind whether you achieve those goals is not the system you use, but whether you believe you are the kind of person...
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Ep 146. Prof Charlie Teo - Australia's Most Fearless Neurosurgeon
In this week’s episode, we are joined by Professor Charlie Teo AM, a globally recognised neurosurgeon, teacher, and philanthropist best known for pioneering minimally invasive brain surgery, operating on tumours many deem inoperable, and drivin...
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Ep 145. Will Taylor - Behind The Skits
In this week’s episode, we sat down with Will Taylor, sports content creator, Wattle Park Amateurs certified snag-kicker, and a bloke who’s built a following not just through humour, but through being genuinely open about his mental health. Wil...
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Ep 144. Caspar Tremlett - Business, Burnout & Becoming More Sure of Yourself
In this week's episode we sat down once again with Caspar Tremlett, marking his second appearance on the podcast. Former co-owner of the popular clothing brand Mertra and now fashion advisor, Caspar brings a wealth of knowledge when it comes to...
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Ep 143. How To Stand Out This Summer
As the year winds down, summer isn’t something to drift through, it’s something to use. This is the window to be intentional about how you rest and reset, but also provides an opportunity to try new things, meet new people and perhaps discover ...
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Ep 142. Tom Boyd - The Truth About AFL Aftercare
In this week's episode, we sat down Tom Boyd, former number 1 AFL draft pick and 2016 Western Bulldogs Premiership Hero, and mental health advocate. While many remember Tom for his pivotal role in breaking the club’s 62-year premiership drought...
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Ep 141. The Truth About Loyalty
Should you be loyal at all costs? People love to romanticise loyalty, treating it like a badge of honour that proves you’re reliable, principled, someone worth trusting. But the darker side rarely gets examined. Loyalty can be a shield we hide ...
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Ep 140. Are You Still Stuck In The Dating Phase?
If you keep finding yourself in situationships that never evolve into something meaningful, there is usually a reason. While it can be tempting to point the finger at everyone else, the truth is that you are the common denominator and may be pl...
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Ep 139. Big Bros Recently: Job Change & Rejections, 7-Year Uni Completion & Festival Season
In this week’s episode, Jeremy and Ilan sit down for a casual chat about all things happening recently in their lives. Expect to learn about Jeremy’s new job and what he’s learnt about the process of starting, how Ilan’s perspective on uncertai...
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Ep 138. Anabolic Gabe - The Untold Truth About Male Body Image
In this week’s episode, we sat down with Gabriel Chenkov-Shaw, better known as Anabolic Gabe. Gab is not only an exceptional fitness content creator, but what sets him apart is his lifestyle content and introspection. His success comes from an ...
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Ep 137. Clint Stanaway - Reinvention After 25 Years In TV News Media
This week we are joined by Clint Stanaway, one of Australia’s most familiar media figures, whose career spans years across television and radio. Clint has been the face of Weekend Today, the voice behind 9News sport, and now keeps Melbourne ent...
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Ep 136. Afeafe Lokotui - Inside The Mind Of A Hyrox Athlete
This week we’re joined by Afeafe Lokotui (Af), a fitness coach, barber, and professional Hyrox athlete who’s redefining what consistency and discipline look like. With new fitness trends emerging every week, Af shares why Hyrox stands out as a ...
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Ep 135. Catherine Lyell - Are You Addicted To Porn?
In this week’s episode, we’re joined by Catherine Lyell, a men’s health and porn addiction specialist. Catherine works deeply in the integrative health space to support men’s physical and psychological wellbeing. Her work tackles the confrontin...
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Ep 134. Do You Keep Dating The Wrong Person?
Do you ever stop and ask yourself why you’re drawn to people who are clearly bad for you? You swear off the avoidant types, the ones who only want one thing, the ones who don’t respect you, yet somehow you keep going back. It’s not stupidity or...
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Ep 133. Dr Emma Richardson - Improving Mental Health In The AFL
In this week’s episode, we’re joined by Dr Emma Richardson, a clinical psychologist and lead psychologist for the Tackle Your Feelings program. This free mental health initiative supports AFL clubs by providing evidence-based training that help...
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Ep 132. Lock In: Scam Or Strategy?
There’s never been a more popular or trendy time to “lock in.” But what does locking in actually mean? For some, it means going through a full dopamine detox by cutting out pleasures and distractions. That might involve eliminating social media...
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Ep 131. Dyson Heppell - The Ultimate Test of Leadership & Loyalty
Dyson Heppell will be remembered as one of Essendon’s great clubmen. Across 253 games from 2011 to 2024, including a respected tenure as captain from 2017 to 2022, he epitomised loyalty, leadership, and commitment to the red and black. He is al...
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Ep 130. Is Free Speech Dead?
The world as we once knew it has changed. Differences of opinion, which once sparked thoughtful debate and respectful discussion, are now too often met with hostility and sometimes even violence. Today, expressing a perspective that diverges ev...
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Ep 129. What Is Micro Cheating?
One of the many ways to disrespect a relationship is through micro cheating. But what defines micro cheating? It’s not the same as having an affair or being physically intimate, but these are the little paper cuts that slowly wear away at a rel...
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Ep 128. Our 6 Biggest Learnings In 2.5 Years Of Podcasting
What are the biggest lessons you may learn from committing to a passion project? For some, it’s the realisation that they can handle social scrutiny better than they thought. For others, it’s a growing sense of confidence and self-belief. The t...
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Ep 127. Are You Stuck In The Friendzone?
If you're currently stuck in the friendzone or have ever found yourself there, this episode is for you. Few things feel more crushing than hearing that someone you have romantic feelings for doesn't feel the same way. Along with the disappointm...
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Ep 126. The Fear Of Never Finding Love
The fear of never finding love is a common and completely normal part of your 20s. It often brings a wave of uncertainty, leading you to question whether your standards are too high, if you were too quick to dismiss that nice but unexciting dat...
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Ep 125. The Clear Signs Of A Controlling Partner
What are the signs of a controlling partner? In any relationship, it’s important to maintain a sense of mutual respect and autonomy, but navigating this balance can be tricky. While you want to feel secure and uphold healthy boundaries, the las...
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Ep 124. They're 'Not Ready For A Relationship': What This Really Means
What if they’re not ready for a relationship? Chances are if you’ve been in the dating game long enough you have heard this before. A bond you believed was growing now feels unsettling, filled with questions and unease. Join Big Br...
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