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Coffee Chats with Matt Collins
by Coffee Chats
Drinks coffee and chats with remarkable people.
Episodes
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Tahir (Comedian)
From Istanbul, to high school teacher, to Australian comedy star and television favorite. Tahir moved to Australia when he was three and has forged a successful career in the spotlight, involved in some of the most popular television comedies over the past 20 years. From Fat Pizza, to Housos and...
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Royce Simmons (Rugby League great)
Back in 1991, the Penrith Panthers won their first Rugby League Grand Final. Panthers legend, Royce Simmons scored two tries that day and announced his retirement after the final whistle was blown. Over thirty years later, and despite his recent diagnosis with dementia, Royce is still involved in...
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Kora Kurvacious (Drag Queen)
Luke (aka Kora Kurvacious) is one of Australia's prominent drag queens. But regardless of her talent, she is still victim of bullying and is concerned for her safety when she is out at night. In their chat, Kora and Matt discuss sexuality, bullying, the dark past of Sydney's Mardi Gras, and the...
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Jade Hurley
Jade Hurley has been entertaining music lovers for over 65 years. Australia's King of Country Rock, Jade called Johnny Cash and Johnny O'Keefe friends. In fact, the Man in Black once said: 'He's one hell of a showman and entertainer this Aussie … and he can sure play that damn piano.' In their...
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Kevin Bloody Wilson
WARNING: Adult language and concepts While the rest of the world was getting offended by 60's television shows or brand names of cheese, for 35 years Kevin Bloody Wilson has continued to not give a f***. In their chat, Kevin 'Bloody' Wilson shares with Matt 'Bloody' Collins his thoughts on cancel...
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David Collins (Umbilical Brothers)
Once they established that they could possibly be related, David Collins and Matt Collins shared a wonderful chat about the Umbilical Brothers remarkable career. One of Australia's greatest entertainment exports, David opens up on his upbringing, performing in front of 100,000 people at Woodstock...
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Wendell Sailor
'Big Dell' is one of the greatest rugby league players the world has ever seen....just ask him. But it's true. He has the stats to prove it. In fact, after he did everything he set out to do in the NRL, he switched codes and become one of only a handful of players to represent Australia in both...
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Damon Gameau (That Sugar Film, 2040)
With the highest grossing Australian documentary under his belt, Damon Gameau knows a thing or two about what gets people to take action. It's a good thing he uses that power for good and not evil. After huge success with That Sugar Film and 2040, the former actor Damon Gameau has a new doco…
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Monique Juratovac (The Hairdressing Bricklayer)
Like so many other students, Monique Juratovac was not a fan of high school and she left to begin a hairdressing apprenticeship. But once she completed the trade, she realised hairdressing was not her true calling. But what she wanted to do next was not encouraged by her father. She wanted to...
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Brian Cadd (Aussie Music Legend)
Brian Cadd is one of the great songwriters. He has written songs for some of the greatest artist of our generation - and thankfully, he has kept a couple of hits for himself as well. In their chat, Brian Cadd shares with Matt how a night with The Easybeats changed his career forever, he discuss…
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Paulini
Paulini Curuenavuli moved to Australia when she was just four-years-old. The next several years for the Aussie singer were tarred with racism and the murder of her oldest brother. In their chat, Paulini shares with Matt her memories from that traumatic time, how she honestly felt after the...
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Daryl Braithwaite
Daryl Braithwaite on getting COVID, his father's disapproval at his choice of career and his honest thoughts on his hit song The Horses.
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Ross Wilson (Daddy Cool/Mondo Rock)
He penned one of the greatest Australian Rock songs of all time, but he is not about to rest on his laurels. Daddy Cool and Mondo Rock front man Ross Wilson is the brains behind classic songs like Eagle Rock, Come said the Boy and many more. In their chat, Ross Wilson shares with Matt how Daddy...
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Mahalia Barnes (Singer)
Mahalia Barnes is a tremendous Aussie singing talent, but coming from the Barnes family, that probably comes as little surprise. In their chat, Mahalia shares with Matt her introduction into music - which includes the infamous Tin Lids, how she got by during COVID lock downs with no where to…
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Claudia Karvan (Acclaimed Aussie Actor)
Claudia Karvan knows her way around a film set. So she should, she has been doing it her whole life - but it was never her in intention to be in front of the camera. In their chat, In a 'behind the scenes' chat, Claudia shares with Matt her latest gig hosting the ABC series 'The Books That Made...
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Could you survive on $40 per day? Caleb Bond and Jenny Leong
In this episode of Coffee Chats, journalist and Sky News commentator Caleb Bond along with NSW Greens politician Jenny Leong share with Matt their experience after they spent nine days living with individuals and families who are surviving on the breadline: or the equivalent of $40 per day. It is...
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Sam Thaiday (Brisbane Broncos)
In professional sport circles, only a small minority enjoy a long, successful career. With over 300 games for the Brisbane Broncos and an integral member of the infamous Queensland State of Origin team which won 10 out of 11 State of Origin series, Sam Thaiday is one such player. But it hasn't…
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Vika and Linda Bull
A music career spanning over thirty years is sure to have its fair share of ups and downs. For singing sisters Vika and Linda bull they have had their fair share of both. From finding huge success with Joe Camilleri and the Black Sorrows to walking off stage without receive any applause, the…
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Jay Lagaaia (Play School/ Star Wars)
Jay Laga'aia struggled with reading when he was at school. So it is a little surprising he is the host of SBS show Lost for Words - a three-part documentary focused on Australia's poor literacy levels. In their chat, Jay shares with Matt how his time on Play School helped with his reading, his...
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Murray Cook (Original red Wiggle)
The original red wiggle Murray Cook shares an in-depth chat with Matt about how The Wiggles began, why he decided to walk away from performing with the group and what he thinks about the direction the Wiggles are going in today.
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Akmal Saleh (Comedian)
Veteran stand-up comedian Akmal Saleh has brought most Australians to tears of laughter over his illustrious comedy career. In their chat, Akmal shares with Matt what got him into stand-up, why he originally went by the stage name 'Peter' and his honest thoughts on religion. Akmal stars alongside...
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Casey Donovan
Australian Idol and 'I'm a Celebrity' winner Casey Donovan has been on our television screens and in our magazines for almost two decades. But she isn't always portrayed in a positive light. Since winning Idol as a 16-year-old Casey has dealt with a personal weight battle in the…
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Alex Lloyd (Musician)
With a string of hits and a Triple J Hottest 100 number one under his belt, Alex Lloyd is no stranger to Aussie music lovers. But life hasn't always been so kind to the 'Amazing' singer-songwriter. In their chat, Alex shares with Matt how tough the COVID restrictions have been on his career. He...
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Poppy Olsen (Olympic Skateboarder)
Poppy Star Olsen knows what it means to be persistent. The 21-year-old represented Australia in the Olympics for skateboarding. But it hasn't come without a whole lot of hard work. While other kids her age would try to execute a trick a few times, Poppy would not leave the skate park until she…
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Wanita (Queen of Honky Tonk)
**Adult language and content warning** Wanita is certainly no shrinking violet. The much loved 'Queen of Honky Tonk' has lived many life chapters. In their chat, Wanita shares with Matt some of her journey and she leaves no stone unturned. Topics include music, motherhood, sex work, abuse,...
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Keith Potger (The Seekers)
The Seekers will go down in history as one of Australia's greatest ever musical groups. From performing in front of 200,000 fans to Australians of the Year, The Seekers did all there is to do as a group. In their chat, founding member Keith Potger chats with Matt about why he first moved to...
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Dan & Steph Mulheron (My Kitchen Rules)
Dan and Steph Mulheron set out to win My Kitchen Rules and use the prize money to fund their IVF treatments. They proved fairy tales do come true when they won the hearts of the country and the prize money. Shortly after they welcomed their baby girl Emmy into the world. In their chat, Dan &…
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Casey Barnes (Country Rock Musician)
Casey Barnes moved to the Gold Coast to pursue his music dream after a childhood in a footy-mad Tasmanian household. In fact, at one point he had to decide whether he would follow his natural talent as a footballer or chase his musical dream. His adoring fans are glad he chose the latter. In…
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Matt Day (Actor and Filmmaker)
Matt Day received his big break on the long-running television soap A Country Practice - when he auditioned for the show he had never even heard of it. Day went on to feature in Muriel's Wedding, Rake, Wolf Creek and many more films and television series. In their chat, Matt shares how he got his...
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Rosie Batty (Australian of the Year and campaigner against family violence)
In 2014 Rosie Batty's 11-year-old son Luke was murdered by his father Greg Anderson. Seven years on and Rosie believes family violence is still a national epidemic. In their chat, Rosie Batty shares with Matt her English upbringing, her relationship with Luke's father and her advice for someone…
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Julia Zemiro (RockWiz)
Popular host of RockWiz, Home Delivery and the new series 'Australia's Biggest Sing-a-long', Julia Zemiro has become a much-loved star of Australia's small screen. Not bad for a girl who moved here from France when she was only two. In their chat, Julia shares with Matt why working in her…
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Jack Jones (Southern Sons)
Irwin Thomas (aka Jack Jones) has certainly ridden the ups and downs of a music career spanning four decades. In their chat, he shares with Matt his relationship with his stage persona Jack Jones, why he bought a church and how he thinks he fits in to the group The Fabulous Caprettos with Thirsty...
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Gavin Cooper (Former NRL star)
A proud Murgon boy and one of the North Queensland Cowboys' favourite sons Gavin Cooper enjoyed a stellar NRL career including an integral part of the 2015 Grand Final victory. In their chat Gavin shares with Matt why he owes his start as a professional rugby league to his brother, why he felt at...
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Peter McGuiness (Teen son's crash left five dead)
In 2012, Peter McGuiness' 18-year-old son Jordan died after he crashed into a packed car on the highway. Four of the five people in the parked car were also killed. Jordan had alcohol and drugs in his system and he was driving 30klms over the speed limit. Peter and his wife Melissa now run a…
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Fred Brophy (The Last Showman)
To explain what happens in Fred Brophy's boxing tent is not something you can put into words - it has to be seen to be believed. Fred has been around boxing tents since he was five years old. Now, he has the last travelling boxing tent in the world. With his tent and his loyal boxers, Fred Brophy...
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Lee Carseldine (Former Cricketer and Survivor Star)
Going through a family tragedy is an emotional time for anyone. But having to navigate your emotions on National television adds an extra unwanted challenge. Former cricketer and Survivor star Lee Carseldine shares with Matt the ups and downs of his cricket career, his numerous business ventures...
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Adam Hills (Spicks and Specks)
The host of Spicks and Specks is back! Alongside Myf and Alan, Adam Hills is back for another season of ABC's Spicks and Specks. In their chat Adam shares with Matt how a politician helped him score the gig on the show all those years ago. He talks about being born without his right foot and the...
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Will Connolly (Egg Boy)
Will Connolly aka Egg Boy made worldwide headlines in 2019 when he cracked an egg on the back of former Senator Fraser Anning's head. Life for the then teenager has never been the same since that infamous day. In their chat, Will shares with Matt the reason behind the egg incident, what he is up…
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William McInnes (Logie Award-winning Actor & Author)
A main stay in popular television series Blue Heelers, Sea Change, The Time of Our Lives and many more, William McInnes has won multple Logie Awards for his acting but he still believes he has 'lucked' his way through every job he has had. In their chat, McInnes shares with Matt why he changed…
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Steady Eddy (Australian comedy legend)
He has had his fair share of challenges over the years, but stand-up comedian living with cerebral palsy Steady Eddy has had Australia laughing for close to 30 years. In their chat, Christopher Widdows aka Steady Eddy shares with Matt what school life was like, how he got started in stand-up…
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Dexter Kruger (Australia's oldest man)
Dexter Kruger is Australia's oldest man, but to talk to him you wouldn't know it. The vibrant, hard-working and sometimes cheeky 111-year-old has a zest for life not seen in some people half his age. In their chat, Dexter shares with Matt how he met his beautiful wife, why he never officially...
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Julia Morris (I'm a celebrity, get me out of here)
Julia Morris is one of the few female comedians who knows what it takes to stay successful in the industry. But it hasn't been without its challenges. In their chat, Julia shares with Matt how she Was treated in her early days of comedy, what her kids think about seeing their mum on tv and what…
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Tim McCallum (Quadriplegic, national anthem singer at 2020 AFL Grand Final)
A beach accident left talented singer Tim McCallum in a wheelchair for life. But if the day he became a quadriplegic was supposed to define his future someone forgot to tell Tim. The AFL tragic proved people power is alive and strong when thousands of Aussies got behind him in his quest to sing…
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Tim Freedman (The Whitlams)
Hello music lovers, it's time to 'Blow up the pokies' with an in-depth interview with The Whitlams frontman Tim Freedman. You'll need 'No Aphrodisiac' after listening to this chat. In their chat, Tim shares with Matt his parenting tips, his favourite songs and what he believes the other members…
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Ian 'Dicko' Dickson (Music Industry legend)
For a former window washer, Ian 'Dicko' Dickson's amazing career in the music industry came as a surprise even to him. The former Australian Idol judge won his fair share of fans and enemies with his honest feedback to young aspiring singers. These days Dicko has donned the cowboy hat as the host...
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Ali Oetjen (SAS & Bachelorette)
The past couple of years have been a rollercoaster of emotions and pain, both physically and mentally, for the 34-year-old reality TV star Ali Oetjen. The fitness influencer signed up for the gruelling SAS Australia series after her relationship with her Bachelorette beau Taite Radley…
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Fletch and Hindy (Fox Sports)
There have been many legendary sporting partnerships throughout the years. Fletch and Hindy are not one of them. Nathan Hindmarsh and Brian Fletcher were fierce competitors on the rugby league field. But the loveable larrikins quickly went from foes on the field to best mates on our screens once...
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James Boggia (Bachelorette)
Bachelorette contestant and professional wakeboarder James Boggia was keeping his cards close to his chest when he spoke with Matt before the start of this year's season. He has travelled the world on tour and therefore the dating scene hasn't been too high on his list of priorities. Until now.…
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Bec Cvilikas (The Bachelor)
She entered the show as an intruder and immediately ruffled Bachelorette's feathers - with one contestant suggesting "she was too pretty to be on the show, surely she can find her own boyfriend in the outside world." In their chat, make up artist Bec Cvilikas shares with Matt why she went on The...
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Noni Hazlehurst (TV royalty)
Only two women have the distinguished honour of receiving a Hall of Fame Logie Award. One is Ruth Cracknell, the other is Noni Hazlehurst. But the Australian actress, director, writer, presenter and broadcaster believes television is not in a good place. After over 20 years on Play School, Noni...
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