About this season
Courtney Act presents a series of in-depth conversations with young Australian gamechangers - people who in the process of striving for their own successful lives, have changed the world they live in.
Episodes (8)
1. Mark Trevorrow
Aired 2 June 2022 • 29 min
Mark Trevorrow has been on Australian screens for four decades as famous alter-ego Bob Downe, but rarely speaks about himself. In his first longform TV interview he opens up about identity, homophobia and his toughest gigs.
2. Baz Luhrmann
Aired 9 June 2022 • 29 min
Baz Luhrmann is one of Australia's greatest creatives. From small town boy to Hollywood director, his lavish exuberant style is iconic. Baz discusses the joys and pressures of creative risk-taking and life in the spotlight.
3. Renee McBryde
Aired 16 June 2022 • 28 min
After years of carrying around her family's secret, Renee McBryde wrote a tell-all memoir. Courtney speaks with the author about the challenges of navigating fame and family, and her journey to break the cycle of abuse.
4. Georgie Stone
Aired 23 June 2022 • 28 min
Georgie Stone has spent almost half of her life in the spotlight. The Neighbours actor has long advocated for better understanding of young trans people. Now as the soap draws to an end, Georgie talks about what's next.
5. Jay Laga'aia
Aired 4 August 2022 • 30 min
Jay Laga'aia is one of the most recognisable faces on TV. From Playschool to Star Wars he has done it all in his 40 years in the industry. Jay talks to Courtney Act about being a trailblazer, and juggling fame and fatherhood.
6. Josh Cavallo
Aired 11 August 2022 • 29 min
Josh Cavallo was the first openly gay professional footballer currently playing worldwide. In his first longform TV interview the 22-year-old speaks with Courtney Act about finding acceptance and dealing with abuse.
7. Pallavi Sharda
Aired 18 August 2022 • 29 min
A decade ago Pallavi Sharda defied the odds to become the first Australian actress of Indian origin to break into Bollywood. She talks about finding success at home and abroad, and her fight for greater diversity on screen.
8. Tom Nash
Aired 25 August 2022 • 28 min
After falling ill as a teenager, Tom Nash was given a 10% chance of survival. Tom talks to Courtney Act about becoming a lateral problem solver and the joy of getting lost in the music.