Access Granted

This week on Access Granted, Lowanna sits down with proud Whadjuk Noongar man, model, actor and founder of Mob in Fashion , Nathan McGuire. From his early days chasing an elite hockey career to becoming one of Australia’s most in demand models, Nathan opens up about the journey that took him from the field to the global fashion stage. Together, they unpack his career as a proud First Nations...

This week on Access Granted , Lowanna sits down with one of the most powerful, staunch and unapologetic voices in music right now, Miss Kaninna. An artist whose music and presence have inspired so many young Blak women and someone Lowanna has long admired for the way she speaks truth, takes up space and shows up for community. From Blak Britney, the track that became the heartbeat of Access Grante...

This week on Access Granted, Lowanna sits down with Joshua Eggington, or better known as Flewnt, a proud Nyoongar Wongi rapper, mentor, father and community leader. From growing up in Boorloo to building a powerful platform through hip hop, Josh reflects on the family legacy of activism that shaped him and how music became a vehicle for storytelling, healing and change. Beyond the stage, Josh shar...

In Part 2 of our Get to Know Me series, the tables are turned as Lowanna opens up about the experiences, values and people that have shaped who she is today. Joined by her good friend Nathan Simon, the conversation dives into childhood memories, family lessons, career beginnings and the unexpected jobs that helped pave the way into media and storytelling. From future dreams and personal growth to...

In this special solo episode of Access Granted, Lowanna Grant reflects on the significance of National Reconciliation Week 2026 and this year's theme, All In. Drawing on her experiences as a First Nations journalist, Lowanna explores what Reconciliation really means in Australia today, why the responsibility for Reconciliation belongs to all Australians. She discusses the ongoing impact of racism...

This week on Access Granted, Lowanna sits down with Wiradjuri storyteller, presenter and advocate Jake Gablonski for a powerful conversation about identity, visibility and the importance of owning your story. Raised in Katherine in the Northern Territory, Jake opens up about navigating culture, mental health and the pressure of trying to fit an image of who he thought he was supposed to be. From m...

In Part 2 Arrnott Olssen opens up about the chapter of life that transformed him from a familiar face into a household name. After winning over audiences on My Kitchen Rules in 2022, Arrnott reflects on navigating public attention, staying grounded and the creative doors the experience opened for him. The conversation dives deep into food, culture and identity as Arrnott shares how cooking became...

In this first part of my interview with Arrnott Olssen, we sit down to explore the foundation of his story, long before the TV appearances, the pop-up restaurants and the creative worlds he now moves through so effortlessly. Arrnott opens up about his childhood in Fiji and the experience of moving to Australia with his mum and older brother, reflecting on the cultural grounding that still shapes w...

A special Mother’s Day episode of Access Granted where I’m joined by three incredible women... Kristy Masella and her daughters Kiki & Mi-Kaisha, for a beautiful, fun and honest conversation about motherhood, family and the beautiful bond they share. We yarn about the women who shaped Kristy into the mother she is today, the love and chaos of raising daughters, supporting each...

On this episode of Access Granted i open the door to one of the most personal and heartfelt conversations yet, as I sit down with my mum, Karla, the woman who raised me and my two brothers, John and Dylan and shaped so much of who I am today. Together, we reflect on her journey into motherhood... from the moment she first found out she was pregnant, to the realities of raising three kids and every...

In this heartfelt tribute to the women who raise us, Lowanna pays tribute to the women who shaped her... her mum, nans and aunties, reflecting on the love, strength and sacrifices that define motherhood. She honours the unseen labour of mothers, gives a powerful shoutout to single mums doing it on their own and gently acknowledges women navigating fertility journeys. This episode is a reminder tha...

In this episode of Access Granted, Lowanna sits down with proud Wiradjuri and Wongibon woman Renae Lamb - artist, dancer, educator, entrepreneur and founder of Midnight Dreaming. Grounded in culture and guided by her ancestors, Renae shares her journey to building a 100% Blak-owned business that celebrates storytelling through art, fashion and dance. From the early days behind the scenes to seeing...

In this powerful episode of Access Granted , Lowanna Grant sits down with Gomeroi man Kobie Dee for a deeply honest conversation about growth, responsibility and rewriting your story. From his early years growing up in Maroubra to becoming one of the most respected voices in Australian hip hop, Kobie reflects on how storytelling has shaped his identity and sense of purpose. He opens up about the i...

In Part 2 of this powerful conversation on Access Granted , Lowanna continues the yarn with Libby Cook-Black as they dive into the work she’s building today. Libby shares the vision behind The Female Co and Female First, creating pathways for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and girls through sport, leadership and opportunity. She opens up about the reality of juggling it all... S...

In Part 1 of this two-part conversation on Access Granted , Lowanna sits down with proud Zenadth Kes woman, former elite athlete and business woman, Libby Cook-Black. From growing up on Country to representing Australia on the national stage, Libby shares her journey, staying grounded in culture while navigating life off Country, elite sport and new environments. She reflects on leaving home at a...

Access Granted is this week pausing to reflect on the life and legacy of Aunty Rhoda Roberts AO, a trailblazer, mentor and cultural leader who changed what was possible for First Nations storytelling. In this special episode, Lowanna shares a deeply personal tribute to Aunty Rhoda, a proud  Widjabul Wia-bal woman whose warmth, strength, laughter and love touched so many. Through reflection an...

Ever wondered who I really am beyond the podcast mic? In this “Get to Know Me” episode, my best friend Vik takes the hot seat to ask all the questions and letting you in on all the bits you didn’t know about me... From the big life moments that shaped me, to my daily rituals, the people who inspire me, my guilty pleasures and yes… a few surprises along the way. Expect laug...

In this episode of Access Granted, Lowanna sits down with Royston Noell to talk about his remarkable journey from the small remote community of Mapoon to winning Australian Idol. Royston reflects on what life was like growing up in a tight knit First Nations community and how an unexpected introduction to High School Musical helped spark a dream. He opens up about discovering his love for performa...

In this special Access Granted episode for International Women’s Day, Lowanna Grant takes a moment to honour the powerful women who shape our lives and communities. Looking back at some of the most meaningful conversations from the podcast, Lowanna revisits heartfelt reflections from her guests as they pay tribute to the mothers, grandmothers, aunties, sisters and mentors who have guided the...

In this deeply personal episode of Access Granted, Lowanna sits down with her mum, trailblazing journalist and proud Arrernte woman Karla Grant, for an intimate and heartfelt conversation about family, resilience and the power of storytelling. Together, they reflect on Karla’s early life growing up in Adelaide, the strong women who shaped her path, and the journey that led her into media. Fr...

This week on Access Granted, Lowanna sits down with Mi-Kaisha Masella for a proper yarn. It’s relaxed, funny, and full of those real moments that happen when the mics are on but it still feels like a catch-up with your girlfriend. We talk about her music journey, her NAIDOC win and what that recognition meant to her as a First Nations and Tongan woman. She shares how that moment felt, not ju...

In this deeply honest episode of Access Granted, Lowanna sits down with Yorta Yorta author, mindset coach and speaker Allira Potter to explore love, identity and the courage it takes to live life on your own terms. Allira opens up about married life, navigating divorce, and the lessons she’s learned about partnership and self-trust. She reflects on the profound impact of losing her mother at...

In this episode of Access Granted, Lowanna sits down with legendary musician, storyteller and proud Gumbaynggirr man, Troy Cassar-Daley, to explore the music, memories, and Country that shape his life. Troy opens up about his deeply personal documentary, A Journey Between the Fires, which follows him returning to his childhood home on Gumbaynggirr Country to record the album Between the Fires. Thr...

In this powerful first episode of Access Granted, Lowanna sits down with author, media personality and mental health advocate Brooke Blurton for an honest, deeply personal conversation grounded in love, truth and healing. Brooke, a proud Noongar–Yamatji woman, reflects on growing up in Carnarvon on Noongar Ballardong Country, navigating an itinerant childhood held together by community and t...

Welcome to the very first episode of Access Granted! I’m Lowanna Grant, a proud Wiradjuri and Western Arrernte woman, radio host, TV presenter, and now… podcast host! In this intro episode, I pull back the curtain on who I am... a woman grounded in culture, driven by connection, and passionate about sharing stories that matter. From my love of health, fitness, and wellbeing to the les...