AUST.’s 'Radical Australians, Meaningful Conversations'

On this week's episode of AUST.'s 'Radical Australians, Meaningful Conversations', Alexander Hodge, actor and heartthrob from HBO's hit series Insecure, sat down with Hannah Wang about embracing and celebrating his heritage and the personal growth it took to get him there. Last year, Alexander seemingly became an overnight success story and poster child for Chinese male actors when his character on the cult-hit show Insecure became a highly trending hashtag. Alexander’s mid-season character, 'Andrew aka #Asianbae', helped chip away at some long-held stereotypes attached to Asian men on the small screen. We sat down to learn about his wild ride and how he is feeling about being a positive, authentic male role-model and what it finally took for him to embrace his true identity. Alexander also reflects on how using therapeutic tools of communication and conversation to break through aggressive coping mechanisms formed from childhood racism and bullying in Australia. We chat race, identity and other highlights including his tips for personal growth and self-confidence. Now living, loving and embracing his heritage to the fullest, he serves as a truly inspirational role model to all of those struggling to find their place in society. Follow @aust.la on Instagram for behind-the-scenes footage, giveaways and more! Shop the best Australian fashion at Aust.la or visit us on Abbot Kinney Blvd in Venice, California!

In this episode of ‘Radical Australians, Meaningful Conversations’, Hannah Wang chats with PR maven Sally Cotching on the importance of creating your personal brand and the (sometimes daunting!), steps it takes to push yourself into the limelight. Sally, takes us through the process of stepping out of your comfort zone, brushing off those insecurities and defining your personal elevator pitch to build confidence and promote your best self to the world through using inspiring storytelling that empowers others. Tune in to listen to some great tips on finding the balance of staying true to your authentic personality while still using social media to build your personal brand and defining the vision you have for your future best self.Follow @aust.la on Instagram for behind-the-scenes footage, giveaways and more!Shop the best Australian fashion at Aust.la or visit us on Abbot Kinney Blvd in Venice, California!

Hospitality guru and owner of West Hollywood's legendary E.P. & L.P, Grant Smillie, talks about how to make your business passion a reality. Grant started his career in the music industry and eventually transitioned into hospitality. His incredibly successful establishment, E.P. & L.P. is now five years old and is still challenging and fueling Grant's ambition more than ever. Tune in to listen to Grant talk about how he has gotten to where he is today and the steps it takes to get your ideas off the ground and into fruition. Follow @aust.la on Instagram for behind-the-scenes footage, giveaways and more!Shop the best Australian fashion at Aust.la or visit us on Abbot Kinney Blvd in Venice, California!

Hannah chats with renowned businesswoman, author and international speaker, Lisa Messenger about finding your passion and what it takes to fuel your personal and professional growth. Lisa has authored or co-authored 16 books in the last five and a half years, in addition to running her highly successful business, Collective Hub - a print magazine that is about igniting human potential. Lisa found her passion in media and in doing so learned the importance of self-growth, vulnerability, and the support and tools you need to sustain both personal and professional success. Read more on our interview with Lisa here.Follow @aust.la on Instagram for behind-the-scenes footage, giveaways and more!Shop the best Australian fashion at Aust.la or visit us on Abbot Kinney Blvd in Venice, California!

In this episode, Hannah Wang sits down with international model and environmentalist Natascha Elisa and discusses the hard environmental truths facing the planet and how we all can lend a hand to help save it. Natascha, an inspiring eco-warrior and founder of @cleancooking, puts great use to her Instagram, where she champions brands and products that are environmentally conscious and practice slow and minimal waste production techniques, and also shares sustainable lifestyle tips and how-tos with her fans to integrate into their everyday lives.While living eco-friendly may require more preparation and problem solving to find unique solutions to replace your current products and bad habits, Natascha shares how it can be fun and gratifying while also enhancing one's quality of life. Natascha is a wealth of information - tune in to hear her tips on how each one of us can live a better life!Natascha is challenging herself to a #plasticfreejuly and we encourage you to as well!Read more on our blog: NATASCHA ELISA /. Eco-friendly tips for a sustainable lifestyleInstagram: @aust.la

In this episode, actress, and founder of HERSELF.COM, Caitlin Stasey, discusses sexual fluidity, self identity and shifting perspectives. As someone who grew up in the spotlight as character Rachel Kinski in Neighbours, Caitlin knows all too well the feeling of judgment and criticism and reflects on how it shaped her into the woman she is today. Caitlin gets raw and honest about how her struggle with finding her self-identity and sexuality empowered her to create the positive feminism platform, HERSELF. What is a deep reflection into personal insecurities leading to self-awareness, we are super proud of Caitlin being so honest and open with us. She is a true role-model of today’s society and inspiration for young people growing up questioning their sexuality. Read more at https://www.aust.la/blogs/magazine/caitlin-staseyInstagram: @aust.la

In this week's episode of 'Radical Australians, Meaningful Conversations', fashion legend Dan Single gets deep and uncensored with AUST. With his fair share of ups and downs, Dan has continued to live his life to the absolute fullest. We learn how the young, carefree bodyboarder from the Northern Beaches founded the cult brand, Ksubi, how he bounced back from his recent near-death accident with a little help from the ocean, and we uncover his newest passion project with mentoring group AIME.Tune in to listen to Dan’s remarkable story and his new appreciation for slowing down and enjoying the present moment.Read more at https://www.aust.la/blogs/magazine/dan-singleInstagram: @aust.la

In this episode, Hannah chats with Neada Deters, founder of LESSE. Neada couldn’t find a skincare solution that worked for her so she created it, and in doing so not only healed her skin on the outside but also developed her inner self-confidence. Her approach in building her business is how she approaches everything in life – gaining confidence through vulnerability, finding what fuels your passions, and with an understanding that beauty comes from within.Read more at https://www.aust.la/blogs/magazine/neada-deters-self-care-for-stepping-into-your-most-confident-selfInstagram: @aust.la

In this episode, Lani Cooper, founder of MOBOT, talks about her struggle with mental health issues and how overcoming an eating disorder has helped shaped her path to self-love and self-care. Lani shares how she was able to go deep within and understand what tools she needs to not only support her health but also fuel her personal and professional growth.Read more: https://www.aust.la/blogs/magazine/lani-cooper-mental-health-and-your-self-love-toolboxInstagram: @aust.la

In this episode, Hannah chats with Jonni Pollard, an internationally recognized meditation teacher and author, and co-founder of 1 Giant Mind, to discuss meditation and the impact it has on one’s self, body and mind.Jonni shares his beautiful journey into meditation, which he discovered at a young age as a solution to helping him overcome a severe intolerance for anxiety. He quickly was able to realize the impact it had on his life and it became the core focus of his personal and professional path. Jonni has spent a good part of his life helping others learn meditation and the immense value it can add to their lives and those around them.Tune in to listen to this incredible interview with Jonni, where he not only shares his story but also some profound insights from his book, The Golden Sequence. We guarantee you will walk away in awe of Jonni’s ability to open your mind, and with a deeper understanding of how meditation can be a vital tool to increase self-awareness and help you live the most meaningful life possible. https://www.aust.la/blogs/magazine/jonni-pollard-meditation-and-reclaiming-our-humanity

Host and founder of AUST., Hannah Wang, is ready to break the Australian stereotype and get deep and meaningful on some important issues that Australian change-makers are passionately spearheading. In this trailer, Hannah shares what's to come in this new podcast series, ‘Radical Australians, Meaningful Conversations’, and how it will open your mind and heart to living a more dynamic, empowered life.