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Welcome to Season 2 of Unfiltered This time, we’re talking shared leadership, evolving identity, and what it really takes to co-run a business when there’s no rulebook for how it’s done. It started with a conversation on a park bench. Sian and Laura hadn’t worked closely before, but what followed was a leap into co-leadership, built not on history, but on possibility, mutual respect, and a shared...

Welcome to Season 2 of Unfiltered This time, we’re talking creative courage, mutual respect, and the kind of partnership that pushes you to grow personally and professionally. Fern and Jamil’s careers have grown in parallel, shaped by shared ambition, sharp thinking, and a belief that creativity should mean more to clients, to culture, and to the people doing the work. In this episode, we go insid...

Welcome to Season 2 of Unfiltered. This time, we’re talking about long-distance leadership, creative tension, and the lessons that come from building something big, when you’re never in the same room. Chris and Gary run a brand that operates across five continents, while living on two different ones. Yet, their ability to challenge, back, and learn from each other has taken their business further...

Welcome to Season 2 of Unfiltered. This time, we’re talking bold ideas, rethinking bravery, and the power of perspective shifts that change everything. It doesn’t always take a total rewrite — sometimes the smallest tweaks are the ones that make people stop, listen, and remember. This episode dives into the dynamic between two creative minds who challenge each other to think bigger, go deeper, and...

Welcome to Season 2 of Unfiltered. This time, we’re talking friendship, trust, and the power of showing up as your whole self. Some people lead with their title. Others lead with trust. This season, we’re diving into the relationships that shape us, not just the ones on paper, but the ones that hold us up, truly see us, and stay in the room when things get hard. In this episode, we explore what ha...

Welcome to Season 2 of Unfiltered where this time, we’re talking capacity, connection, and the people who hold us together. Success isn’t just about ambition. It’s about energy. The energy you give, the energy you protect, and the people who help you find your way back when it runs out. In this episode., we’re exploring what happens when friendship meets feedback. When empathy replaces ego. And wh...

 Welcome to Season 2 of Unfiltered—this time, we’re going global. Success isn’t a solo sport. Behind every breakthrough, every bold move, and every moment of real growth, there’s someone else in the picture—a mentor, a rival, a co-founder, a friend. This season, we’re diving deep into the partnerships that shape us. The people who push us. Challenge us. Make the impossible possible. And in this ep...

Welcome to Episode 2 of Unfiltered—and this one is for anyone who’s ever felt the pressure to have all the answers. Markets change. Plans fall apart. Perfection is an illusion. So how do the best leaders thrive in the unknown? Leandro and Cat have the answer—and it’s not what you think. Leandro believes leadership is about trust. The best teams don’t need micromanaging—they need space to grow, tak...

Welcome to Season 2 of Unfiltered! And this time, we’re going global. Success isn’t a solo sport. Behind every big win, every breakthrough, every moment of real growth, there’s someone else in the picture—a mentor, a rival, a co-founder, a friend. This season, we’re unpacking the partnerships that shape us. The people who push us forward. The ones who make the impossible possible. We’re kicking th...

Welcome to Rules Don’t Apply, a series that redefines what’s possible by exploring the unconventional wisdom of pioneers, provocateurs, and disruptors. In this episode, filmed live at SXSW Sydney, we sit down with Poppy Reid—Co-founder of The Brag Media, a leading force in the world of music media. Poppy shares her inspiring journey from intern to industry leader, offering a rare glimpse into the...

Welcome to Rules Don’t Apply, a series that redefines what’s possible by exploring the unconventional wisdom of pioneers, provocateurs, and disruptors. In this episode, filmed live at SXSW Sydney, we’re joined by Adam Spencer—mathematician, comedian, and AI enthusiast—to explore the future of work, creativity, and the evolving role of artificial intelligence. Known for his unique ability to make c...

Welcome to Rules Don’t Apply, a series that redefines what’s possible by exploring the unconventional wisdom of pioneers, provocateurs, and disruptors. In this episode, filmed live at SXSW Sydney, we’re joined by Noelle Russell, Chief AI Officer at the AI Leadership Institute and founder of the I Heart AI community. Recognised as one of LinkedIn’s Top Voices in AI and executive coaching, Noelle ha...

Welcome to Rules Don’t Apply, a series that redefines what’s possible by exploring the unconventional wisdom of pioneers, provocateurs, and disruptors. In this special episode, filmed live at SXSW Sydney, we sit down with futurist and professor Brian David Johnson to uncover the future of AI, human creativity, and longevity. Brian shares his compelling vision for a world where AI isn’t just a tool...

Welcome to Rules Don't Apply, a series that redefines what’s possible by exploring the unconventional wisdom of pioneers, provocateurs, and disruptors. In this special episode, filmed live at SXSW Sydney, we sit down with seven-time world champion surfer and environmental advocate, Layne Beachley. Layne shares her extraordinary journey, from breaking barriers in a male-dominated sport to championi...

oin us as we peel back the layers to reveal the untold stories behind some of Australia’s most influential marketing, advertising, and creative minds. In each episode, we dive into the lives of industry leaders who have driven growth and innovation, uncovering the overlooked moments, challenges, and inspirations that fueled their achievements. Recorded at Cannes in Cairns, this series spotlights a...

Join us as we peel back the layers to reveal the untold stories behind some of Australia’s most influential marketing, advertising, and creative minds. In each episode, we dive into the lives of industry leaders who have driven growth and innovation, uncovering the overlooked moments, challenges, and inspirations that fueled their achievements. Recorded at Cannes in Cairns, this series spotlights...

oin us as we peel back the layers to reveal the untold stories behind some of Australia’s most influential marketing, advertising, and creative minds. In each episode, we dive into the lives of industry leaders who have driven growth and innovation, uncovering the overlooked moments, challenges, and inspirations that fueled their achievements. Recorded at Cannes in Cairns, this series spotlights a...

Join us as we peel back the layers to reveal the untold stories behind some of Australia’s most influential marketing, advertising, and creative minds. In each episode, we dive into the lives of industry leaders who have driven growth and innovation, uncovering the overlooked moments, challenges, and inspirations that fueled their achievements. Recorded at Cannes in Cairns, this series spotlights...

Join us as we peel back the layers to reveal the untold stories behind some of Australia’s most influential marketing, advertising, and creative minds. In each episode, we dive into the lives of industry leaders who have driven growth and innovation, uncovering the overlooked moments, challenges, and inspirations that fueled their achievements. Recorded at Cannes in Cairns, this series spotlights...

Welcome to "The B-Side"Join us as we peel back the layers to reveal the untold stories behind some of Australia’s most influential marketing, advertising, and creative minds. In each episode, we dive into the lives of industry leaders who have driven growth and innovation, uncovering the overlooked moments, challenges, and inspirations that fueled their achievements. Recorded at Cannes i...

Welcome to "The B-Side".In this series, we peel back the layers to uncover the untold stories behind some of Australia's most influential marketing, advertising & creative thinkers. Join us on a journey through the lives of those who have shaped growth within their industries, as we delve into the often overlooked moments, challenges, and inspirations that fueled their accomplish...

We explore the big ‘resets’ that have set apart some of the world’s brilliant marketers and brands. Why growth is such an important consideration for businesses. Welcome to another episode of The Growth Distillery’s Reset for Growth series in collaboration with AANA - Australian Association of National Advertisers. This mini-series illuminates the truly ‘outside the box’ thinking that has propelle...

We explore the big ‘resets’ that have set apart some of the world’s brilliant marketers and brands. Why growth is such an important consideration for businessesWelcome to another episode of The Growth Distillery’s Reset for Growth series in collaboration with AANA - Australian Association of National Advertisers. This mini-series illuminates the truly ‘outside the box’ thinking that has propelled...

We explore the big ‘resets’ that have set apart some of the world’s brilliant marketers and brands. Welcome to the first episode of The Growth Distillery’s Reset for Growth series in collaboration with AANA - Australian Association of National Advertisers. This mini-series illuminates the truly ‘outside the box’ thinking that has propelled brands and businesses to transcendent growth. We explore e...

We explore the big ‘resets’ that have set apart some of the world’s brilliant marketers and brands. Why growth is such an important consideration for businessesWelcome to another episode of The Growth Distillery’s Reset for Growth series in collaboration with AANA - Australian Association of National Advertisers. This mini-series illuminates the truly ‘outside the box’ thinking that has propelled...