An Eventful Life

A special live episode recorded on stage at AIME (Asia Pacific Incentives & Meetings Event) with Felicity Zadro , Founder and Managing Director of Zadro Agency . Felicity is one of Australia’s leading communications strategists in the business events and association sector. Since founding Zadro in 2007, she has worked with over 500 companies, 80 associations, and more than 200 conferences and...

In this episode of An Eventful Life , we sit down with El Kwang, founder of BEAM Experience , certified Positive Psychology Practitioner , and Head Program Curator for AIME (Asia Pacific Incentives & Meetings Event) . With over 25 years of experience in the global business events and hospitality industry, El has built a career around creating experiences that truly connect people, foster learn...

This week on An Eventful Life , we sit down with one of the most respected and influential figures in the global events industry — Tiny Good , founder and owner of Showtech . Tiny isn’t the face on stage, he’s the reason the spectacle is even possible. From Olympic and Commonwealth Games ceremonies , Rugby World Cups , AFL Grand Finals , global concert tours like P!NK , international circus produc...

On this episode of An Eventful Life , we’re joined by true Australian entertainment royalty — Wilbur Wilde . Musician, TV icon, comedian, event MC, storyteller and all-round showman, Wilbur has spent decades entertaining Australia on stages, screens and airwaves. From his legendary time with Ol' 55 and Jo Jo Zep & The Falcons , to becoming a household name on Hey Hey It’s Saturday , to touring...

This week on An Eventful Life , we’re joined by Emma Rosen — the inspiring founder of Food Creative, whose journey spans multicultural food markets, London fashion and food styling, studio kitchens and haute-caviar events. From modelling to marketing, from recipe-development to live cooking demos, Emma has turned a lifelong love of food and culture into one of the world's most versatile food-creat...

Today on An Eventful Life , we’re joined by one of Australia’s most recognisable hosts — Pete Lazer . If you’ve been to the footy, the cricket, the netball or a charity gala, corporate function, awards night or even watched reality TV in the early 2000s, you’ve seen Pete working his magic. For over 25 years Pete has been the voice, the smile, and the energy behind some of the country’s biggest mom...

In our first episode of Season 5 of An Eventful Life , Brad and Shane sit down with Kyla Kirkpatrick, internationally known as The Champagne Dame and founder of Emperor Champagne . Kyla shares her remarkable story of leaving the finance world behind, moving to France, and immersing herself in the heart of the Champagne region. From learning directly from multigenerational winemaking families to ho...

In the season finale of An Eventful Life , we sit down with none other than Helen Reizer —PR maven, fashion insider, and the woman behind some of Australia’s most iconic events. From her early days managing sales for Sportscraft to taking London’s fashion scene by storm in the ’90s, Helen carved a path to founding her powerhouse agency HRPR . Helen shares the inside scoop on what it takes to build...

Derrin Brown is a name that resonates across the global events industry. From orchestrating Cirque du Soleil’s epic productions to managing the intricacies of the US presidential campaigns, his resume is the stuff of legends. As one of the Top 100 Global Event Industry Influencers , he has shaped experiences for the United Nations, FIFA World Cup, Sydney Opera House, and the Beijing Olympics. Reco...

Get ready for an exclusive LIVE episode recorded at AIME 2025 , featuring none other than Anne Jamieson —a powerhouse in sales, marketing, events, and leadership. From her early days revolutionising hotel sales to leading Saxton Speakers Bureau as CEO, Anne shares an incredible journey through the evolving world of hospitality, events, and professional speaking. We dive into the business of speaki...

In this week’s episode of An Eventful Life , we dive into the glitz and glammer of Drag entertainment as we are thrilled to welcome HollyPop , one of Australia’s most beloved drag queens. Known offstage as Nathaniel Hollingworth, HollyPop is an artist whose dazzling performances and effervescent personality light up the event industry on every stage she graces. From their early days as a musical t...

Brad and Shane sit down with Matt Pearce, CEO of Talk2 Media and Events and a powerhouse in the events industry. With over 25 years of experience across the UK, Australia, and Asia Pacific, Matt has played pivotal roles in some of the industry’s most notable organisations and events. From the inception of Talk2 Media in 2016 to his leadership of AIME (Asia Pacific Incentives and Meetings Event), w...

This week on An Eventful Life , we welcome a true icon of the entertainment and venue management industry: Tim Worton , Group Director - Arenas at ASM Global. With an extraordinary career spanning 33 years , including 25 years with ASM Global, Tim has been at the forefront of shaping live performance venues across the Asia-Pacific region. From his beginnings as a financial expert to managing some...

In this exciting episode of An Eventful Life , we dive into the world of international events and music with Claire Elliott , one of the most sought-after DJs on the global stage. With over 15 years of experience, Claire has built an extraordinary career, performing at luxury events and high-profile parties across the US, UK, Ibiza, St Tropez, Bali, and beyond. She’s entertained A-listers like Jus...

Join Brad and Shane as two Aussies sit down with a Frenchman for a candid chat, as Matt Regnier joins us from his office in Paris, France. Matt is a true global powerhouse in the events industry. With over 23 years of experience working with iconic brands like Disneyland Paris and Walt Disney World, Matt has delivered over 1,000 events across 36 nationalities and led teams from 90 countries. As th...

We Kick off Season 4 with a powerhouse guest: Will Curran , global event industry influencer, founder of Endless Events, and Head of Klik at Bizzabo. From organising high school raves as a shy teenager to building one of the world’s top event management companies, Will’s story is one of innovation, taking a risk and relentless work ethic. In this episode, we dive deep into Will’s remarkable 17-yea...

This week on An Eventful Life , we dive into the thrilling world of Clara Fable, a fire-breathing vocalist and one of the leading burlesque dancers in the world. Clara’s unique style and fearless approach to performance have captivated audiences across the globe, pushing boundaries and breaking down barriers wherever she goes. A contemporary trained dancer with a passion for live performance, Clar...

This week on "An Eventful Life," we delve into the fascinating world of Jim Lee, a legendary photographer who has spent over four decades capturing the most iconic celebrities and major events across the globe. With an eye that sees what others miss, Jim's ability to immortalize a candid moment in a single frame has graced the covers of the world's most prestigious media outlets. Join us as we unc...

Join us for a profound episode of "An Eventful Life" featuring Bebe Oliver, a Bardi Jawi descendant and a visionary leader in Australia’s creative arts and Indigenous advocacy. Bebe's journey from classical pianist to a visionary director of theatre, festivals, and public art projects has shaped his unique perspective on love, identity, and connection to Country with this remarkable storytell...

In a special episode of An Eventful Life this week, Brad and Shane discuss the world's biggest event - The 2024 Paris Olympics. All the in's and out's, behind the scenes, what's worked and what hasn't and all the highlights so far. The boys are even joined by a couple of special guests LIVE on the ground in Paris - Dean Brostek from the Kinetica Group and Bennett Merriman from Rosterfy. #AnEventfu...

This week on "An Eventful Life," we pop the cork with Carolyn Josephson, the effervescent expert in sales and client relationships. With a journey that began serving beer at age 8 in her family’s pub to becoming the face of Crown Resorts' event sales team for 17 years, CJ’s story is one of boundary-pushing success. Known for her loveable personality and straight-shooting style, CJ shares her secre...

This week on "An Eventful Life," we're breaking new ground with not one, but two incredible guests! Join us as we welcome Craig Waldman, President and Chief Creative Officer, and Dwayne Barnett, Executive Vice President, from 15|40 Productions. These industry veterans have spent over two decades turning their family business into a global operation, known for orchestrating Hollywood's most iconic...

Step into the world of event brilliance with this week's episode of "An Eventful Life," featuring the legendary David Merrell from Los Angeles. As a global icon in the event industry, David founded AOO Events 35 years ago and has been at the forefront of event design and production ever since. His exceptional eye for design and innovation has earned him prestigious accolades, including Designer of...

Join us on this week's episode of "An Eventful Life" as we sit down with the never conventional Ian Whitworth. From being expelled from school and starting his career as a vet, to transforming into a marketing genius, before being drawn into the event world as an AV technician, and eventually the successful business owner of Scene Change, Ian's story is nothing short of extraordinary. Now, as the...

This weeks episode of An Eventful Life features the extraordinary Nigel Collin, a renowned speaker, author, and business strategist. Nigel's career is a testament to the power of innovation and dedication, from running a top entertainment design company to his explorations with the Ingenious Oz Project, to the creation of his best selling book, A game of Inches. Nigel's work has impacted over 800,...