Singer Conrad Sewell was on the cusp of global stardom when his life unravelled due to drug and alcohol addiction. He's now starting afresh with a debut studio album and his biggest tour to date.
Wesley Enoch was a troubled, violent youth whose life changed when he discovered acting. From writing and directing well known theatre productions to artistic director of the Sydney Festival, he speaks with Ellen Fanning.
Ella Holcombe lost her parents and home in the 2009 Black Saturday bushfires. She's now written a children's book based on her story, and is speaking publicly for the first time. She sits down with Eleanor Hall.
Former nun Margaret Harrod turned whistleblower on her twin brother - a Catholic priest - when she realised he was sexually abusing children. He's now in jail. Margaret speaks with Eleanor Hall.
David Marr began his working life in the law, before finding his calling as a writer. He's spent almost half a century observing and chronicling the country he loves - Australia. He speaks with Julia Baird.
Yumi Stynes is a broadcaster, writer and mother-of-four who's carved out a 20-year media career through speaking her mind - while weathering social media storms along the way. She sits down with Jane Hutcheon.
Maya Newell describes herself as a "gayby" - the child of same-sex parents. Growing up with two mums, she spent years answering questions about her upbringing, and now works as a filmmaker spotlighting stories of difference.
Comedian Mikey Robins has never hidden his complex relationship with food, or the enduring battle with his weight. Hes now combined his passion for history and food in a book of bizarre food-themed stories through the ages.
Seven years ago, Murray Cook hung up his red skivvy and left The Wiggles after 21 wildly successful years. He struggled with the decision for a while, but has now found a new musical calling - as a rock band guitarist.
Nakkiah Lui grew up in a close-knit Aboriginal family in Western Sydney, fiercely proud of her heritage but uncertain of her place in the world. Now she's forging a path as a playwright, actor and comedian.
London-trained artist Bernard Ollis spent decades teaching in Australian art schools before returning to the studio full time. He now paints and travels the world alongside his partner, artist Wendy Sharpe.
After 10 years at the helm of the ABC, Mark Scott is now the NSW education secretary with responsibility for 2,200 schools. He reflects on leadership and change, and recent turbulence at the national broadcaster.
Julia Zemiro is a woman of many talents - actor, comedian, TV presenter and cabaret festival director. But more and more, her thoughts are turning to a life away from performing.
After 18 years as host of Insiders, Barrie Cassidy stepped away from the show he helped create after the 2019 Election. He says it's better to quit than to be asked to leave - a lesson many politicians need to learn.
Kanan Gill's path to comedy wasn't a traditional one. The Indian star left a career in software engineering to become part of the sub-continent's growing army of comics, landing him a starring role in a Bollywood movie.
Kathy Kelly's 18-year-old son Thomas was killed in a one-punch attack in 2012. Four years later the unthinkable happened when her other son, Stuart, also died. She's now striving to ensure their legacy lives on.
Kirsten Drysdale played professional hockey before landing a career as a TV journalist and presenter. She speaks with Jane Hutcheon about the media, her African connections, and the bizarre story behind her first book.
Singer Conrad Sewell was on the cusp of global stardom when his life unravelled due to drug and alcohol addiction. He's now starting afresh with a debut studio album and his biggest tour to date.
As a teenager, Casey Legler was one of the fastest swimmers in the world. She was also an alcoholic. After overcoming trauma caused by competing at the Olympics, Casey became the first woman signed as a male fashion model.
Psychologist and parenting expert Steve Biddulph has been helping families for decades, and his books have sold millions worldwide. Known for his work on masculinity, he's now trained his eye on the challenges faced by girls.
As the daughter of a South African freedom fighter, Sisonke Msimang learned key lessons on race from an early age. Now a writer and commentator based in WA, she tackles the contentious topics of gender, race and class.
As founders of Lonely Planet, Tony Wheeler and his wife Maureen cornered a market and built a multi-million-dollar travel guide empire. The business has now been sold, but Tony remains a tireless globetrotter.
Nyadol Nyuon grew up in a Kenyan refugee camp and moved to Australia in her teens. She defied the low expectations of her teachers to become a lawyer and advocate for refugees and human rights.
Filmmaker PJ Hogan drew on the challenges of his own childhood to make the hit movie Muriel's Wedding. Life has continued to throw him curveballs, with none so tough as having two autistic children.
As an oncologist Dr Ranjana Srivastava has spent a lot of time looking after people at the end of their lives. Her work led her to contemplate how people can get the most out of life, and how they can have a good death.
Australian Federal Police Commander Grant Edwards was once an elite athlete and Australia's strongest man. But his work to prevent child exploitation pushed him to the brink of his emotional endurance.
Melissa Kang was the longest-serving "Dolly Doctor", answering letters from adolescents for 23 years. While the magazine has closed and teenagers now turn to the internet, Dr Kang says the concerns are largely unchanged.
As one of Australia's most prominent social justice advocates, Tim Costello has fought against poverty and inequity for much of his life. He speaks with Jane Hutcheon about faith, humanity and what the future holds.
Rosie Batty has been a tireless crusader against family violence since her son Luke was murdered by his father in 2014. After years of activism and a clutch of accolades, she's finally allowing herself to grieve.
William Yang has spent five decades exploring cultural and sexual identity through his work as a photographer. After coming out as gay, it took him many more years to shrug off shame around his Chinese heritage.
He's one of Australia's leading actors, but as a young man John Howard lacked confidence. After flunking medical and legal studies, his sense of self-worth soared when he discovered acting. He sits down with Jane Hutcheon.
After nine years and 500 interviews, Jane Hutcheon prepares to say farewell to One Plus One. In her final interview Jane speaks with an Australian icon, media doyenne and current Chair of the ABC Ita Buttrose.
After 500 episodes as the interviewer, the tables turn on Jane Hutcheon as she becomes the person answering the questions. Jane reflects on her life, family and 25 years at the ABC in conversation with Hamish Macdonald.
Brought up under apartheid in South Africa, Anton Enus only tasted real equality on arrival in Australia. Now a well-known media figure, he's turned his cancer battle into a health campaign. He speaks with Kathryn Robinson.
Marianne Jauncey is a public health doctor who's worked with marginalised people throughout her career. For the past 11 years she's been director of Sydney's medically supervised injecting centre. She joins Kathryn Robinson.
Actor Heather Mitchell's starring role in the TV series Spellbinder has seared her into the memories of millennials across the world. Despite her success it hasn't been the easiest path. She joins Melanie Tait.
After 23 years presenting the Morning show on ABC Radio Melbourne, Jon Faine is hanging up the headphones. He speaks to Virginia Trioli about his life and career behind the microphone.
David Campbell is an actor, TV presenter, and musician whose career has taken him to Broadway and beyond. Raised by his grandmother, his life changed at age 10 when told his father was a rock star. He speaks to Melanie Tait.
CEO of the Sydney Opera House and former lawyer Louise Herron speaks to Tracey Kirkland about being the caretaker of one of Australia's most iconic buildings, plus her very public stoush with broadcaster Alan Jones.
Throughout his career Matt Okine has made comedy out of life's darkest moments. The former triple j breakfast presenter speaks to Kathryn Robinson about cracking jokes, his latest book, and becoming a father.
Jane Needham used her time as the President of the NSW Bar Association to promote equality of opportunity for women in the law. She speaks to Emma Alberici about her journey and the difficulty in trying to effect change.
Louise Adler is one of the most significant figures in Australian publishing. She speaks to Eleanor Hall about her love of books, her passion for publishing, and her resignation from Melbourne University Press.
Author Christos Tsiolkas is well known for exploring Australian culture in his writing. He speaks with Kathryn Robinson about his life, his family, and turning his attention to religion in his latest book Damascus.
Satirist Mark Humphries is known for sending up the foibles of politicians. He speaks to Melanie Tait about his passion for television, his life before comedy, and his obsession with musicals.
The daughter of a musician, author Mandy Sayer spent her early 20s tap dancing on the streets of America. She speaks with Melanie Tait about her childhood, her family, and her beloved Kings Cross.
Lydia Williams grew up straddling two worlds. The goalkeeper for the Matildas speaks with Tracey Holmes about securing equal pay for the team, and finding herself through sport.
