Where Do I Find You?

Hustle culture or humanity? For Sadie Patton, founder of The Brand Barn, it’s an easy answer: marketing doesn’t need more hustle, it needs more humanity. This week I’m joined by Sadie, founder of The Brand Barn, a marketing studio she runs from a family farm an hour south of Atlanta, Georgia. Sadie taught herself branding, web design and social media after building a website for her family’s farm...

Troy Thompson spent years counselling kids who felt stuck, what they didn't know is that he was once once of them. So he wrote a book about it. We talk about his book, The Nostalgia of Trauma , growing up with ADHD and the inner critic he calls the sculptor. We also talk about why 'other people had it worse' keeps so many of us quiet and how the brain can build new pathways. We also get into start...

You can be strong and still be stuck. Hella Rader will show you the difference. Hella is my first international guest. We met on Threads when I asked if anyone wanted to share where they are in life. Hella very generously responded and said yes. In 2021 she got divorced, hit menopause and decided she was done surviving her life. Then she packed a laptop and two mics into her car and drove across A...

Craig Harper is an exercise scientist, high performance coach, author, podcaster, speaker and the person who sparked my love of podcasting. Two weeks out from submitting his PhD after six years of work, he sat down with me for what I can only describe as a full circle moment. We talk about starting something before you feel ready and why excuses are usually just the fear talking. Craig explains th...

Full circle: Tiffanee Cook joins Where Do I Find You? Before this podcast existed, Tiffanee Cook was giving me the confidence and the platform to use my voice on her show, Roll with the Punches. This week she's on the other side of the mic and it's every bit the full-circle moment you would expect. We talk about how personal training became deep mentoring for her, the ten week coaching launch that...

Joel Sampson is head of design at Unispace but this conversation isn't really about buildings. It's about letting go of needing to be right. I had a conversation with Joel about learning to design across Shanghai, Singapore and Australia, where half of what his Western training taught him simply didn't apply. He shares how he unlearned being 'the expert in the room,' why he now leads with question...

I first met Alishia from Bare Laser and Skin in early 2019 when I was preparing for my wedding. I wanted to look my best and the reviews were good, so I took a chance. I was nervous and unsure of what to expect. I certainly didn’t imagine that I would make such a connection with Alishia but that’s what happens when you meet her. There’s a warmth she radiates and it instantly makes you feel calm an...

Is it possible to put credibility over content creation? In this conversation with social media early adopter, Nathan McCallum, I find out exactly how that can happen and still gain a following. Nathan is unapologetically himself and that has gained him over 700,000 Instagram followers, yes over 700,000 because what he shares resonates with so many people. From sharing his beautiful family life to...

Renee Orlando knew she wanted to be a tattoo artist since she was five years old. Watching the artists at her neighbour's studio, she says it felt magical. Getting into the industry wasn't easy. It's male dominated, it's gate kept and there's no clear path in. You network, you show up with a portfolio, you hope someone gives you a shot. We talked about the rite of passage most people don't think a...

What does it take to debut at number two on the ARIA country charts as an independent artist, right behind Keith Urban? For Sandee Facy, it started with a decision to stop performing other people's songs and start sharing her own stories. In this episode, Sandee talks about the personal experiences that shaped her debut album Chasing Clarity, including the moment she knew she had something worth s...

Imagine turning a childhood obsession into a career that puts you in the paddock at Formula 1 races. Stewart Bell's journey from a passionate F1 fan to a successful author and media producer is a testament to how curiosity and dedication can lead to incredible career opportunities. Whether you are an aspiring writer or an F1 enthusiast, Stewart's story is a reminder to follow your passion and make...

What if one drink changed the entire direction of your life? Today I talk with The Martini Whisperer, Phillip Jones about how his love of a cocktail has opened doors to many passion projects. From a laneway bar in Melbourne to poolside soirees in Palm Springs, we talk about the evolution of his brand and why the martini is such a part of pop culture. You can find out more about Phillip at his webs...

Imagine being told you’re taking up too much space, despite being a paying customer. That experience changed everything for Jordan from Beyond the Boundary Travel. In this episode, we explore the moment that pushed him to become an advocate for accessible and inclusive venues and why he is still just a guy who enjoys footy and beers with mates. An honest conversation about accessibility, advocacy,...