My career in fitness has helped me discover so many unique and interesting stories of how people got where they are today. This podcast aims to share those same stories with you all!
11 | Ash Bell/LGBT Art/Life Gets Better After Highschool
Ash Bell shares her experiences as a queer woman, discussing how she used art to combat homophobia and how life improves after high school in this interview.
21 Nov 2024TRANSCRIPT
10 | Anita Parise/Brain Cancer Research Advocate and Grief Blogger
Anita Parise shares her transformative journey of loss and resilience, turning heartbreak into a mission to raise awareness and funds for brain cancer research and support initiatives.
12 Nov 2024TRANSCRIPT
9 | Stephen Loreck/Late 90's
Stephen Loreck of Late 90's shares the roots of his band's sound, secret singing lessons, and the thrill of opening for international acts like Taking Back Sunday.
25 Oct 2024TRANSCRIPT
Ep 8 - Jawdn Paul/Belgravia
In this episode, we sit down with Jawdn of Belgravia to explore the journey of his band, their creative process, and the future of their music. We also dive into a deeply personal topic, as Jawdn opens up about the recent and sudden passing of his father, sharing how this loss has impacted his life and art. This conversation is both a tribute and a reflection on the intersection of grief and creativity.
19 Sept 2024TRANSCRIPT
Episode 7 - Sam Dockery/Sun After Dusk
In this episode, we sit down with Sam Dockery, the multifaceted musician behind the band Sun After Dusk, who also balances studying computer science and law. We explore how Sam manages to juggle these distinct worlds, offering insights into time management and the challenges of pursuing multiple passions. We also dive into a discussion about lyrics, how they shape our understanding of life, and what they mean to us both personally and artistically. Whether you're into music, being busy, or just figuring out how to balance your ambitions, this episode has something for you.
28 Aug 2024TRANSCRIPT
Episode Six Shooter Jo/Lewi Fiaschi
Lewi is a founding member of the band Lazer Gator as well as an artist under the name Six Shooter Jo. We speak about his journey to becoming a confident live musician and artist. A looser episode we talk about the fun of playing small shows, coming up with new ideas such as emailing a alligator petting zoo, not learning parts for gigs, how to turn being hypercritical in to something productive, Blood Meridian and gorillas even get a mention.
6 Aug 2024
5 | Minura Perera, Civil Engineer
Minura Perera, a civil engineer turned successful entrepreneur, shares his inspiring journey of perseverance and determination, proving that hard work and resilience can overcome even the toughest challenges.
6 Aug 2024TRANSCRIPT
Episode 5 - Minura Perera, Civil Engineer
Born in Sri Lanka, moved to Perth to live alone for the first time at the age of 19. Studying engineering, working as a security guard, then as a cleaner and finally a delivery driver for a pizza store before graduating. Minura has had quite the story, today’s he’s a successful civil engineer, Australian citizen and a homeowner all at the age of 28. I’ve had the pleasure of training Minura for over a year now and his story should be a lesson about continually putting one foot in front of the other and getting to where you want to be despite the challenges and mental battles you fight along the way.
25 Jul 2024
4 | Matthew Matusik of Ellen May, Support Worker
Matthew Matusik of Ellen May shares his journey as a support worker, fatherhood, and personal growth following life's challenges including losing his mother at a young age.
25 Jul 2024TRANSCRIPT
Episode 4 - Matthew Matusik of Ellen May, Support worker
Matthew Matusik has been in bands since high school and whilst Ellen May is a major part of his life, nothing compares to fatherhood which Matt will openly admit has saved his life. On this episode we discuss his work as a support worker, losing his mother at such a young age, moving to the other side of the world and lastly becoming a father to Lucas.
3 Jul 2024
3 | Josh Cuzens of Lazer Gator and Emerald Room
Touring drummer Josh Cuzens of Lazer Gator and Emerald Room shares his strategies for balancing multiple careers and overcoming personal hurdles to achieve success.
3 Jul 2024TRANSCRIPT
Episode 3 - Josh Cuzens of Lazer Gator and Emerald Room
Touring drummer, business owner and FIFO electrician we talk about how Josh manages to balance all three, and how he has overcome his own hurdles to achieve what he has today.
21 Jun 2024TRANSCRIPT
Episode 2 - Grace of LovingbodybyGrace
Grace runs a body positivity and fitness TikTok and Instagram account, on todays episode we discuss what it’s like going viral, how to manage negative commentary, establishing a healthy relationship between body image and self worth and we also bond over our common injuries.
21 Jun 2024
2 | Grace of LovingbodybyGrace
LovingbodybyGrace, a body positivity and fitness influencer, shares her expertise on managing online negativity and cultivating a healthy relationship between body image and self-worth.
13 Jun 2024
1 | Emmett Carroll of Emerald Room Studios
Emmett Carroll of Emerald Room Studios shares his journey into Perth's music scene, forging a sustainable business and overcoming trials and tribulations along the way.
13 Jun 2024TRANSCRIPT
Social Snowball Pod Ep 1 - Emmett Carroll of Emerald Room Studios
Emmett joins myself on the first episode of the Social Snowball Podcast, to discuss our journeys into our careers. Emmett has forged a path for himself into Perths music scene, and has created a sustainable business alongside his business partner, Josh Cuzens. We delve into what got him here and the trials and tribulations that presented themselves on his journey.
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11 | Ash Bell/LGBT Art/Life Gets Better After Highschool
Published 23 May 2025 · Transcript excerpt
[…] And she like had her uniform that like she like hand sewed everyone's uniforms. She just like got stuff from KMA. Like just made it work. Like she got the uniform framed and like has it in her house. And it's just so proud of that moment. So even if it's like the top tier of the sport or like the lower tier. Like it still is just as valuable to this person. Yeah, that's amazing. I think yeah, just her putting in that much effort. Just to like keep kids out of trouble. Yes. And then the after effect of that is like, okay, like there's some talent here as well. Yeah. Like it came from such a good place. […]
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