Five of My Life

Nigel Marsh

In the Five Of My Life challenge, author Nigel Marsh chats to people from all walks of life, about the 5 choices - a Film, Book, Song, Place and Possession - that enable them to tell the stories of their lives. Contact Nigel and discover his books at nigelmarsh.com  

  • 27 minutes 27 seconds
    From the Vault: #64 Jacqui Lambie

    For Jacqui Lambie - Senator for Tasmania - no topic was off limits when she took The Five Of My Life challenge.

    Nominated by Jan Fran, Jacqui tells Nigel about her suicide attempt, regrets over her education, bonk-buster novels, overcoming the odds and more, all in her trademark forthright style.

    Check out the 'Five of My Life playlist' on Spotify and hear every guests chosen song: open.spotify.com/playlist/60PqJQ1rg6fverFMyKvdkG

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    Contact Nigel at nigelmarsh.com/

    27 January 2025, 4:00 pm
  • 39 minutes 5 seconds
    From the Vault: #74 Naomi Mourra

    Leaving the Jehovah Witness church is always difficult, but even more so when you're a Lebanese Lesbian. Stand-up Naomi Mourra has taken her challenging life experiences and turned them into comedy, as revealed in her thoughtful Five Of My Life Choices.

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    20 January 2025, 4:00 pm
  • 37 minutes 31 seconds
    From the Vault: #4 Osher Günsberg

    Host Nigel Marsh speaks to Osher Günsberg, one of Australia’s most recognisable and loved media personalities. Currently on our screens as the host of The Bachelor and Bachelor in Paradise , Osher has recently written a heartfelt and revealing memoir ,‘Back after the break’ ,that shows a very different side to the one on television as does this conversation.

    Hear each song chosen by every Five of My Life guest at: open.spotify.com/playlist/60PqJQ1rg6fverFMyKvdkG

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    Contact Nigel at nigelmarsh.com/

    13 January 2025, 4:00 pm
  • 46 minutes 46 seconds
    From the Vault: #93 Holly Wainwright

    Holly Wainwright has had a long career as a journalist and editor, most recently as head of Content at Mamamia - Australia's only women's media company. Author of four best-selling books and host of two of the country's most successful podcasts, Holly's honest, relatable and wise commentary has earned her an army of followers. 

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    Listen to Holly's Podcast Mamamia Out Loud here

    6 January 2025, 4:00 pm
  • 35 minutes 31 seconds
    From the Vault: #18 Dr. Charlie Teo

    The globally renowned neurosurgeon is named as one of Australia’s most trusted people for taking on the cases others class as hopeless and synonymous for speaking his mind.

    Hear each song chosen by every Five of My Life guest at: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/60PqJQ1rg6fverFMyKvdkG

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    Contact Nigel at https://nigelmarsh.com/

    30 December 2024, 4:00 pm
  • 45 minutes 47 seconds
    From the Vault: #107 Amanda Keller

    Amanda Keller is one of Australia's most successful and most loved media personalities. Whether it be hosting the nation's most listened to radio show or presenting a number of top rated TV programs, Amanda has been at the head of the field for over 30 years.  Also a respected author, actress and journalist - this episode beautifully demonstrates her natural talent and pure authenticity responding to the Five of My Life Challenge.

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    23 December 2024, 4:00 pm
  • 45 minutes 38 seconds
    From the Vault: #26 Matt Okine

    Crab fishing with his dad in QLD and a cheating girlfriend. Host Nigel Marsh unlocks the funny stories behind Matt Okine's success in comedy, writing, TV and breakfast radio for Triple J.

    Hear each song chosen by every Five of My Life guest at: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/60PqJQ1rg6fverFMyKvdkG

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    Contact Nigel at https://nigelmarsh.com/

    16 December 2024, 4:00 pm
  • 48 minutes 30 seconds
    #170 Anita Jacoby

    Anita Jacoby is a legend in the media industry having enjoyed pivotal roles at every major network. Over her career she has produced a number of iconic shows including 60 Minutes, The Gruen Transfer and Enough Rope with Andrew Denton.

    As well as orchestrating hundreds of interviews with everyone from Sir David Attenborough to Kevin Costner to Helen Mirren. Awarded a member of the Order Of Australia for her work she continues to make a vital contribution through her numerous Chair and Advisory roles across multiple industry bodies and community organisations.

    Hear each song chosen by every Five of My Life guest at: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/60PqJQ1rg6fverFMyKvdkG

    Follow The Five of My Life on Instagram:

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    Contact Nigel at https://nigelmarsh.com/

    9 December 2024, 4:00 pm
  • 40 minutes 16 seconds
    #169 Sir John Hegarty

    Knighted for his lifelong service to creative industries Sir John Hegarty has been central to the global advertising scene for over six decades. His passion for the business and belief in Turning Intelligence Into Magic has resulted in work that has influenced millions of consumers around the world - and inspired generations of creative people. https://www.businessofcreativity.com/

    Hear each song chosen by every Five of My Life guest at: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/60PqJQ1rg6fverFMyKvdkG

    Follow The Five of My Life on Instagram:

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    Contact Nigel at https://nigelmarsh.com/

    25 November 2024, 4:00 pm
  • 39 minutes 57 seconds
    From The Vault: #11 Richard Glover

    From The Vault: To honour Richard Glover as he hands over the reins to ABC’s Sydney Drive program we are reissuing Episode 11 - his wonderfully entertaining response to the Five Of My Life challenge. Richard has been an intrinsic part of Sydney life for 25 years - a once in generation broadcaster who leaves big shoes to fill.

    18 November 2024, 4:00 pm
  • 44 minutes 23 seconds
    #168 David Gonski

    David Gonski has been called ’The Chairman Of Everything’ - Coca-Cola, Hoyts, Film Australia, NIDA, The Australian Stock Exchange, The Sydney Theatre Company, Sydney Grammar, Investec, Morgan Stanley, the Future Fund, University of New South Wales, ANZ bank, and the Art Gallery of New South Wales are just some of the organisations to have benefitted from his stewardship. Freehills youngest ever partner, executor of Kerry Packer’s Will, author of the government eponymous education Gonski Report and committed philanthropist he has made a remarkable contribution to Australia over the course of his storied career.

    Hear each song chosen by every Five of My Life guest at: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/60PqJQ1rg6fverFMyKvdkG

    Follow The Five of My Life on Instagram:

    The Five of My Life (@thefiveofmylife)

    Contact Nigel at https://nigelmarsh.com/

    11 November 2024, 4:00 pm
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