In this episode, I share some valuable lessons I've learned throughout her career in the production business. I share the importance of prioritising tasks and doing the hardest thing first, as well as the mindset shift of rehearsing things to remove pressure and foster creativity. I also talk about the concept of allocating levers to achieve goals when you get stuck and the power of reverse engineering. I also emphasise that success is a result of consistent effort and a hundred smaller nudges, rather than one big opportunity. This episode also features our first-ever competition with Papier ..read more

In this episode, I sit down with the renowned Australian painter Paul Davies. We discuss his journey as an artist and the influence of architecture and storytelling in his work. He emphasises the importance of maintaining a slow and handmade approach to his art. Davies shares his process of creating paintings, which involves using photographs and drawings as references and collaging them to create a new scene. He also talks about the significance of childhood memories and personal experiences in shaping his artistic style. Davies highlights the value of residencies, curiosity, and continuous l ..read more

Byron Spencer is a multifaceted artist who explores the art of making people feel something through music, visuals, and theatre. He started his creative journey as a flautist and photographer, capturing portraits and street style. Over time, he developed his own unique style and became known for his eclectic, even erotic and emotive work. Byron's work is influenced by his love for music, and he often DJs on set to create the right mood. He embraces the vulnerability and intimacy of capturing moments with people and aims to evoke emotion through his art. Byron Spencer is a photographer and art ..read more

Michelle Melky, Creative Director of Amplify, shares her journey in the creative industry and the challenges she faced as a young professional. She discusses her experience producing shows for platforms like TikTok and Spotify, as well as the importance of networking and building relationships. Michelle also opens up about the loneliness that can come with early success and the pressure to constantly achieve. She highlights the need for work-life balance and the importance of finding fulfilment outside of work. In this conversation, Arielle Thomas discusses her career in the entertainment indu ..read more

In this conversation, I interview Charlee Fraser, an Indigenous Australian model and actress. Charlie shares her journey from modelling in Australia to working with international fashion designers and transitioning into acting. She discusses her work ethic, intentionality, and natural talent in front of the camera. Charlie also talks about teaching self-worth to young models and her experience preparing for acting roles, including creating playlists and fragrances for her characters. She also shares how she uses music and objects to further immerse herself in her characters' worlds. She refle ..read more

It's been about a month since Process the Podcast has been back in your ears consistently, and I am LOVING it! To celebrate International Women's Day last week, premium fashion boutique The New Trend partnered with hospitality venue Beverly Rooftop to curate an exclusive brunch and panel discussion dedicated to championing a cause and supporting the Women’s & Girls Emergency Centre charity. Welcoming female guests from various spheres, including media, influential figures, and trailblazing women in business, the event centred on authenticity, fostering meaningful dialo ..read more

Grace O'Neill has big things in store for the comeback of Elle Australia. In this episode, we dive into how she gathered her team of creatives and writers, her thinking behind the traditional print industry and how she's building up the brand of Elle Australia one idea at a time. Her own podcast After Work Drinks is a must-listen for the girls. It's the ultimate 'just feel like I'm hanging out with my friends' podcast, which Grace co-hosts with her best friend Isabelle Truman. We also muse over the work of Rick Rubin in his super-successful book The Creative Act: A Way of Being. He's inspired ..read more

In this episode we get up to speed on all things Process the Podcast and how I decided to go all in with it. I’m stripping it back to move forward. This episode kicks off with the great Steve Jobs and an interview from the Santa Clara Valley Historical Association, they conducted an unscripted film interview with Steve Jobs in 1994. I’ve rearranged my career to work on this podcast and see its potential. Sacrifice is hard, going after what you want is hard, and admitting that you may be focusing on the wrong things and staying focused when there are so many shiny new things to try on the int ..read more

Process the Podcast is back! After a small break, I'm back interviewing the creme de la creme of Australia creatives across fashion, media, photography, film and design landscapes. This week's episode was recorded during SXSW Sydney with Soho House's Head of Memberships APAC Lexie Rodriguez and Head of Memberships, Cities Without Houses Dominique Bellas. We hear all about the long-awaited Sydney House, what it takes to build a worldwide community of members and their secret sauce to making any space feel like home. To sign up for Soho House's Cities Without Houses, click here and we may see ..read more

Welcome to Season Four! We have arrived at SXSW Sydney for a wild week of talks, parties, events and conversations. This season is recorded entirely surrounding SXSW Sydney, supported by Soho House! In between our podcast guest conversations, I'm doing a round-up of all the things I'm taking in, and sharing them with you. I hope you enjoy part one of the roundup! Featuring takeaways from the Australian's In Film talk with actor Jason Clarke (Oppenheimer, Mudbound, Winning Time: The Rise of The Lakers Dynasty and Zero Dark Thirty) and legendary director Phillip Noyce (Salt, The Quiet American ..read more