Welcome back, friends! In this episode I speak to comedian Lizzy Hoo. We talk about how Lizzy handled money growing up, where to draw the line with humour, running a business as a comedy woman, and more. You can find Lizzy at the next comedy festival in your nearest city. If you want to watch this interview, head to www.youtube.com/@bani Connect wi…

Dr Lisa Cooper is a florist, artist, doctor of philosophy, and author of the book, The Flowers - which is what our episode is about. We talk about ballet, flowers, process, violence, and grace. I do mention in the episode about how we met, so I won’t say too much but I like to refer to myself as the hot minute intern in her life, and I stand by tha…

Our season finale for this podcast is with Zipporah Doiron. Zippy is a registered counselling therapist who lives in a tiny house in Canada. We talk about language, the beauty of grief, how common sense is cultural, and being okay with the unknown. Connect with Zippy Website - https://creativeartstherapy.ca Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/imw…

Episode 21 is with Agam Darshi - actor, writer, and director of Donkeyhead (available now on Netflix). Agam has been acting for 18 years and this film is her directorial debut. I was so inspired by this film, that as soon as I watched itI contacted Agam for a chance to interview her - and she said yes! This week we talk about Donkeyhead, Agam’s car…

This week we’re talking to Gill and Hayley. Gillian Kayrooz is an artist from Western Sydney. She has completed residencies in China, Japan, and most recently is at the Parramatta Artist Studios program. Hayley, who has been on the show (you can check her episode out - it’s number 7) joins Gill and I as we talk about SCA, Gill’s artistic journey an…

This week we’re talking to Kirstyn - a multi disciplinarian. Kirstyn is a performer, actor and singer-songwriter based in Sydney. In this week’s episode we talk about setting boundaries, Kirstyn’s writing process, motorhomes and campervans, travelling, and saying yes to life. Connect with Kirstyn- https://www.instagram.com/kirstyn_niccolle/ 00:00 I…

Nabu, also known as Nabil Pala, is an upcoming rapper and musician based in Sydney. In his early years he used to dance and now that outlet has moved into music. He has immersed himself in understand music production to work on his upcoming solo project. In this week’s episode we talk about creative risks, everyone on their own timeline, and Nabu’s…

Felicia Darbyshire-Pirie is the owner of The Pilates Centre based in Canberra. She has studied massage therapy, professional pilates instruction, the pilates method, a Bachelor of coaching science, and more. In this week’s episode we talk about the golden handcuffs, running a business, growing up on the farm, and mindset. Connect with Felicia www.i…

Carmel is an artist and owner of Scratch Art Space gallery based in Marrickville, Sydney. She studied at the National Art School. She also studied a Bachelor of Visual Art (Honours) in Canberra, Masters of Fine Art at UNSW. She’s held exhibitions in Australia and internationally. In this week’s episode we talk about letting go, how drawing skills i…

Eli Haski is the owner of Canberra Yoga Space based in Phillip. She has trained in anatomy, fitness, dance fitness, kinesiology, and yoga. She also plays the sound bowls every Friday at the studio for members and non-members - for free. These sound bowls changed my life, and I wanted to bring her on the show to share her life story. This week we ta…

Olga Tamara is an advanced classical pilates trainer, actor, former ballet dancer, and owner of Authentic Pilates Studio based in Balmain, Sydney. She went to the Australian Ballet School, and then worked in the Australian Ballet Company, then moved to acting and pilates. In this week’s episode we talk about memories from the Company, work ethic, a…

TejInder Singh Khamkha is a still photographer based in Bombay, India. He’s worked on the Netflix film White Tiger, Chhapaak and his most recent film, Rashmi Rocket. In this week’s episode we talk about trusting the process, the limits of talent, and TejInder’s journey from the village of Punjab to working at MAMI (Mumbai Academy of Moving Image) F…

Ajoy Joshi is the chef and owner of Nilgiri’s Restaurant based in Cremorne, Sydney. Born in Hyderabad, India, he has been working as a chef for over 3 decades now, celebrating all regions of India’s diverse cuisine. In this week’s episode we talk about Chef’s upbringing, living in the moment, and cricket analogies. We unpack how he and his wife, Me…

Harpreet Singh is the founder and owner of Muscle Honey. He has planted hives over the east coast of Australia. When he’s not a beekeeper, he’s a full-time finance business partner. In this week’s episode, we unpack bee facts, coping with grief, viral tiktoks, and how stress is vital to growth. Connect with Harpreet Website https://www.musclehoney.…

Inder Dhillon (aka Preet) is a fashion designer based in Sydney. She is the creative director of twosix., a teacher at Ultimo's TAFE Fashion Design Studio, and a mum of an 8-year-old. In this week's episode we unpack Inder's journey from working at Macquarie Bank in finance to creating a swimwear brand. We talk about standards, grief, freedom, the …

Pandora Jones is a watercolour artist based in Perth, WA. She is also a sailor and yoga instructor. She currently runs her own watercolour workshops and believes in the force of women as a collective. In this week’s episode we chat about what is involved in a sailor’s life, the artist’s work process, and the interconnectedness of life. Stay tuned w…

Flynn Singh Drage is a surveyor, country boy, and photographer based in Geraldton, WA. Born and raised in North Hampton, we chat about what it means to live in a country community, friendship roles, Cyclone Seroja, and cricket. Flynn’s upcoming exhibition combines his love for WA landscape and photography. Follow @ocean2outbackimagery to stay updat…

Hayley is an artist and curator based in Sydney. She studied a BVA (Painting), honours, and masters of curating a UNSW and USYD. She has a cat name Remy. In this episode, we unpack art school, art process, the romantic notion of the struggling artist, and the beauty of life. Buckle up. Hayley’s last solo show, Aisle of Spirits, showcased at White R…

Dom Diaz is a musician based in Sydney. He studied at the Conservatorium of Music High School and lives a full-time musician's grind. He's a rapper, beatboxer, singer/songwriter, instrumentalist, and producer. In this week's episode we talk about Dom's decisions that led him to his full-time musician's life, the importance of confidence, and the va…

Meghna is a journalist and photographer based in Sydney. She has worked for publications such as Xplore Sydney, Hijacked, Network ten, and the ABC. She’s now working with the ABC’s Triple J Hack where she writes and produces radio and digital stories for triple j’s youth current affairs. In this week’s episode we talk about her work, cultural expec…

Shaun Premnath is a music composer and educator. He runs a small music school and works with businesses to create their own unique sound. In this episode, we talk about teaching, dreaming, working hard and putting food on the table as a creative. Connect with Shaun - https://www.instagram.com/shaunmakesmusicau/ https://shaunmakesmusic.com…

Sarah is a local Glebe citizen in Sydney. She grew up in Buffalo NY, went to culinary school, and worked in NYC's restaurant industry. After discovering the blend of her holistic therapy, nutrition and cooking, she moved to Sydney and found a place in Glebe where her presence defines wellness. In this episode we talk about the rat race of NYC, inst…

Kate Klonaris is a nutritionist, holistic meditation coach and founder of Project Soul. In this episode we talk about motherhood, friendships and what intuition feels like in the body. Kate’s meditation classes are on Wednesday evenings via zoom. It is for anyone who wants to relax and feel just so damn good.…

Baran Yildiz is a percussionist based in Sydney. Born in Turkey, Baran discovered the handpan in 2016. In his words, it was ‘love at first sight.’ In our first episode, we unpack this UFO shaped instrument, what it means to be a whole musician, and Baran’s journey of music. Baran completed a masters and PhD in renewable energy and is currently a re…