GOAT TALES #01

DEBORAH KNIGHT, Australian television presenter and radio host

01 MAY 2024, WRITTEN BY JACKIE BARON

If you could step into a time machine and visit your teenage self, what cheeky piece of advice would you give yourself about navigating the future, especially knowing what you do now about business and life?

I would tell myself to be bolder, and appreciate the here and now instead of always looking toward the future. And I would tell myself to keep that bubble skirt from the 80's - it will come back in style again!

Teenagers often teach us more about life than we realise. What's one thing you admire most about your teen son, or what have you learned from him that's been surprisingly profound?

My son is incredibly patient (when he wants to be) with his younger sister. He is able to defuse potentially explosive situations far better than I am. And I very much admire his ability to sleep in. I wish I could manage that but my body clock gets me up early every day!

Teens are known for their mood swings and monosyllabic responses. What's your secret to getting your teen son to open up and engage in meaningful conversations, especially about life and your business?

I was given the tip to engage with teenage boys when you're in the car - often when they're in the back seat or through the rear view mirror - and it's great advice. Conversations seem to flow a bit better without eye contact for some reason. We also like listening to music together which is a lovely thing to share.

Deborah Knight is an Australian television and news presenter, radio host, and journalist. She is currently a radio presenter on 2GB and host of A Current Affair. Previously, she has been a co-host of the Nine Network's breakfast program Today and presented Nine News Sydney. Knight is an accomplished journalist and news presenter who is much loved by audiences.