#195 Mark Hughes: Resilience, Rugby League & Brain Cancer Awareness episode artwork

EPISODE · Jun 25, 2025 · 46 MIN

#195 Mark Hughes: Resilience, Rugby League & Brain Cancer Awareness

from Straight Talk with Mark Bouris · host Mentored.com.au

Get Your Beanie for this week's Beanie for Brain Cancer round here! https://markhughesfoundation.com.au/ Mark Hughes, a former NRL player for the Newcastle Knights and NSW Origin representative, was diagnosed with brain cancer in 2013 and went on to co-found the Mark Hughes Foundation with his wife Kirralee, raising over $30 million through initiatives like Beanie for Brain Cancer and establishing a $25 million research centre at the University of Newcastle. Mark shares his inspiring journey from professional footballer to brain cancer survivor and founder of the Mark Hughes Foundation. Hear firsthand how resilience, positive mindset, and teamwork can transform personal struggles into a mission to make a difference. Follow Mark Bouris on Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter & YouTube.   You can subscribe to the newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/e7C8akgj.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NOW PLAYING

#195 Mark Hughes: Resilience, Rugby League & Brain Cancer Awareness

0:00 46:35

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

No similar episodes found.

No similar podcasts found.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of Straight Talk with Mark Bouris?

This episode is 46 minutes long.

When was this Straight Talk with Mark Bouris episode published?

This episode was published on June 25, 2025.

What is this episode about?

Get Your Beanie for this week's Beanie for Brain Cancer round here! https://markhughesfoundation.com.au/ Mark Hughes, a former NRL player for the Newcastle Knights and NSW Origin representative, was diagnosed with brain cancer in 2013 and went on to...

Is there a transcript available for this episode?

Yes, a full transcript is available for this episode. You can read the complete transcript on the episode page.

Can I download this Straight Talk with Mark Bouris episode?

Yes, you can download this episode by clicking the download button on the episode player, or subscribe to the podcast in your preferred podcast app for automatic downloads.
URL copied to clipboard!