Champagne Chats with DJ Wildflower

This episode of Champagne Chats was filmed in Melbourne late last year—better late than never, right? 🥂✨  My guest is none other than Rob Nassif, a true legend in the music industry in WA. From drumming for 23 years with Gyroscope (including a #1 ARIA album) to managing breakthrough bands like RedHook and The Faim, Rob has had a profound impact on the Oz Music scene. He’s also the owner of Perth...

🌟 Excited to welcome my next podcast guest, the inspiring Kate Edwards!  We first crossed paths at the launch of her Go High Level Women event, where she brought together an incredible community, empowering women to reach new heights.  As a co-founder, tech innovator, and proud autism mamma, Kate is passionate about connecting people, sharing stories, and helping others succeed. 💜 Her work is a...

Today’s guest is full of energy and unapologetically passionate about growth and leadership. From starting her first business at just 19 to thriving in a traditionally male-dominated corporate industry, she’s mastered the art of building high-performing teams and unlocking potential in others.  Now, she’s channeling her expertise into acquiring and scaling businesses, helping leaders discover thei...

In this episode of Champagne Chats , I sit down with Leah O’Brien, a highly accomplished WA event producer with a track record of delivering award-winning projects on both a national and international scale. With experience spanning massive concerts to high-profile brand activations, Leah brings insights from the front and back of house that few others can offer. I’ve had the pleasure of working w...

I’m thrilled to welcome my next—and final—guest of the season, a true powerhouse in Perth’s entertainment industry! Blake Williams is a name synonymous with versatility and talent. From captivating crowds of 40,000 at major concerts to hosting high-profile gala balls and live TV broadcasts, his dynamic presence as a radio & TV presenter, band frontman, and MC makes him one of the most sought-a...

This week on Champagne Chats , I’m thrilled to have my absolutely gorgeous friend and extraordinary performer, Sophie Foster, as my guest.  Sophie is a powerhouse vocalist who has dazzled audiences across Western Australia and beyond - she’s mastered genres from jazz and soul to contemporary and musical theatre, seamlessly transitioning from intimate performances to grand symphonic stages. Her abi...

Joining me on the podcast this week is an extraordinary guest who has made a lasting impact on countless lives over the past two decades—Charisse Parnell. 🌟 As the director of The Dance Collective (TDC), Charisse has created a safe, inspiring space for young people to escape the challenges of everyday life through the power of dance. Her dedication to her craft has even earned her a nomination fo...

Meet this week's Champagne Chats guest: Andrew Lewis Smith, esteemed actor, producer, and former head of Performing Arts at Perth’s prestigious WAAPA. Known for shaping stars, Andrew now shines on the professional speaking circuit, sharing insights from his illustrious career in both academia and the arts. Join us for a compelling discussion on how education and creative leadership can drive...

Pop the cork and pour yourself a glass—it's time for Season 3 of Champagne Chats! 🥂✨ This season, we're uncorking the magic with a special 'Chardonnay Chats' episode featuring Perth's own radio and television sensation, Alana McLean.  Known for her dynamic presence behind the mic and on the screen, Alana has charmed audiences as a guest presenter on Channel 7’s 'Tod...

Down to the last drop..! It’s our last episode season 2 of Champagne Chats. My final special guest has a job you’ve possibly never heard. As a comedy hypnotist, Matt Hale never was, nor ever will be, a poster-boy for doing things the conventional way… Join me as we learn about Matt’s journey from 15 year old DJ in the UK, to Ibiza club resident, a career in breakfast radio in Australia and how he...

This week on #champagnechats is Marcio Mendes, a talented Brazilian musician (sax, percussion, guitar, voice) and performer based in Perth.  His unique charisma, personality and sense of humour – which never seems to get lost in translation – have brought crowds shaking their bodies to Marcio’s beats in Europe, Brazil and Australia.  Join me as we learn about Marcio’s incredible journey from the f...

Today’s #ChampangeChat features Bonnie is an award winning producer and comedian; an experienced facilitator, writer, creative director and performer.  Her work behind the scenes makes her an industry staple - but to the public she is best known for her parody character 'Famous Sharron' who's 'very famous for nothing at all.'  Like a modern day Dame Edna, the brain behind...

Today’s #ChampangeChat features a highly experienced event industry pro, CEO and co-founder of Wrapped Creations, David Yakas. Dave and I spokechatted all things behind the scenes of event life, what it takes to deliver premium events services everywhere from rural Pilbara to Dubai. Join me for a chat as we delve into the history of this multi faceted businessman, how he went from a childhood blac...

This week s a special ‘Chardy Chats’ edition of the podcast  Joining me this week is Mark Turner, a performer who captivates audiences with his unique blend of jazz, blues, folk and soul. He is a musician that ensures everyone around him feels like the most special person in the room. With his one-of-a-kind light up saxophone, he illuminates the stage and captivates audiences with his dynamic and...

Welcome back to Season 2 of Champagne Chats!  Coming up we have some fantastic event industry guests in the studio kicking off with a very special guest; my friend and media mentor, Carmen Braidwood. Carmen is a Modern Media Coach teaching people how to take their performance skills in traditional and digital media to the ‘next level’. As a student in one of her early courses, it is a fantastic fu...

Next up..! A very special finale with a wonderful, a versatile creative and astute business woman. Renee Wingfield established her company, Fliptease, in 2006 and since then it has produced countless shows and spectacles which Renee has conceived, written and performed in with her troupe of skilled artists. Renee shares her experience as a farm kid in rural Western Australia, to developing skillse...

Every little thing he does is magic 🌟✨ Meet my friend James Diamond; comedian magician, should-be hair model and all round good bloke. We literally met in the green room over 7 years ago and have been mates ever since. Watch the FULL PODCASTS here 👉  https://www.youtube.com/@djwildflowerkate

This weeks guest is Lauren Crotty aka LOZZA, a local Perth musician and flute student whose recent experience at a Lizzo concert went viral globally. Lauren shares her future dreams of combining her skills as a flautist, electronic music producer and how she has overcome personal obstacles with her hearing as a musician. Watch the FULL PODCASTS here 👉  https://www.youtube.com/@djwildflowerkate

Meet Claire O’Shea aka DJ FADJ,  a fellow DJane and event DJ, entertainment agent, coach and mentor to a new generation of budding DJ’s.  From finance broker to local Perth style fashionista, Claire talks about getting back into DJing after having her daughters and how a post covid trip to outback WA inspired her newest venture. ________________________________ CLAIRE O'SHEA LINKS  5 PART AUD...

This episode features a truly exceptional guest. Meet Nicholette C, a captivating artist known for her soulful and sophisticated performances. She holds the title of Perth's most sought-after female vocal and piano soloist. Additionally, Nicholette played a pivotal role in the inception of GLAM, our DJ vocal band. In our conversation, we'll explore Nicholette's experiences with inte...

Welcome to Champagne Chats! Discussions from the “green room” where we discuss all things about the event industry and what really goes on behind the scenes. So for my first episode it felt right for me to invite a very special guest, someone that I can honestly say I met in the green room! First up is Dean Misdale formerly known as Feminem; star of “We Will Rock You”, “Priscilla” and local drag s...