Maker & Creator

"Dean of Awesome Sydney". It's a pretty cool title, awesome even. So how does one get such a title? On this episode we interview the very creative, socially connected, lover of the arts Theresa Winters. She's part of The Awesome Foundation, a global network of micro-giving chapters that give $100 of their own money every month to awesome projects. Theresa heads up the Sydney chapter. Together with a panel of 9 others they fund out-there ideas that make Sydney more awesome.The catch? There isn’t one. Since its foundation in 2011, the Sydney chapter has received more than 800 micro-grant applications and given away nearly $80,000. That's a whole lot of awesome. Go ahead and listen to find out what kind of awesome ideas have been funded over the years.  Support the show: http://patreon.com/strategyhotline

After his newspaper decided to stop his bar review column (and therefore stop funding his perpetual cocktail habit), journalist Dan Kaufman started one of Australia's first bar blogs. BarZine was built out of spite over a decade ago inline with the small bar scene awakening in Sydney. Dan has just finished his first novel, 'Drowning in the Shallows', a comedy about a heartbroken journo who has to write about Sydney’s bars and social scene for a paper. Although he insists it's not autobiographical! On this episode, we delve into the creative writing process of constructing a novel. Short-form blogging versus long-form and how he's learnt to handle the rejection that comes with such a competitive industry.  Support the show.

We're back! And this time talking all things SCIENCE. Which is timely, considering the recent shuttle launch.  Apologising in advance for the Zoom-quality audio.  Support the show.

Ever seen a beautiful colour and thought you'd love to paint your wall that shade? But then you take a picture on your phone and when you try to match it at the paint shop it's near impossible? Two Melbourne based engineering students set out to solve this problem and created an app called Palette https://palette.com/. Looking to disrupt the traditional paint industry further they started a direct-to-consumer paint brand called Tint (www.tintpaint.com.au). Alex Roberts is their uber-creative product development manager and is actually married to one of those engineers. She tells us how the business started and shares her creative tips on how to make expressing your creativity through home renovations fun and simple. Support the show.

We welcome back to the show Grace Rouvray from 600 Bottles of Wine (S1E19). This time she's brought with her Katie Lees who she's recently teamed up with to produce an hour-long, live comedy show called Hour of Power. On this episode, we chat about cliched single, white, female comedy topics. How they're tackling typical eye-rolling topics (think hens parties and first dates) in a fresh way. We also delve into the creative process of editing and critiquing your partner's work when it comes to a comedy show, especially when friendship is involved.  Support the show.

Mark Hawaa is a classic car & motorcycle enthusiast. He’s also the founder of The Distinguished Gentleman's Ride - an annual event where motorcycle enthusiasts wear their finest attire and take to the streets of their city to raise money for worthwhile charities and to have a good time. The event attracts 125,000 participants globally across 700 cities. To date they’ve raised over USD$35m for prostate cancer research and male suicide prevention. On this episode we hear how a once small idea has led to a change in perception of motorcycle culture globally. Mark shares the joys and challenges of philanthropy and let’s us in on what’s next on his horizon. This interview is inspiring on so many levels and a must listen. Links we discuss Throttle Roll Street Party https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BQzRrfL9IHg Aftershock https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9yznPZuFlc Throttle Roll Alex attended https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2tbJWWFteFs One of the programs we fund https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zYjSPEiKMOA One of the longer pieces we have done to connect with older men https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pA2I1RLyYKQ&t=2s Support the show.

Many would know Daimon Downey as the former lead singer of the Aria award-winning band Sneaky Sound System. These days he is an acclaimed artist who specialises painting, sculpture and ceramics. On this episode, we hear about how a chance encounter at a party led to over a decade of musical success. How the transition from music to art came with great vulnerability but also tremendous reward. We also chat about the future of art and culture as we face a tumultuous new world with the spread of Covid-19. Support the show.

We're back for season three. Ever thought about doing stand-up comedy? For some, that suggestion is absolutely terrifying. What if no one laughs? What if I forget the punch line? What if I'm just not funny? Marie El Daghl shares how she took the leap from public relations and media training to putting herself well and truly out of her comfort zone to become a stand-up comedian. Listen to this episode and you must just be inspired to give stand-up a crack yourself.  Support the show.

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Andea Barrett epitomises the notion of creativity and is the ultimate maker and creator. She’s a costume designer, diamond setting and jewellery maker and she’s also an award winning burlesque performer who goes by the name of Diesel Darling. On this episode we talk about the adoption of different personas that creatives often take on when working in their chosen field. We speak about mental health and performance as an outlet and hear some hilarious stories about what has inspired some of Andea’s burlesque performances over the years. Support the show.

The digitisation of processes is leading to a changing landscape for both employers and employees. Tom Sigelski spent 17 years working at Red Bull in various marketing roles all centred around developing culture. He now runs a business called The Human Sherpa where he consults to businesses on strategy, people development and culture creation externally and within their own business. As more and more jobs become automated in the workplace there seems to be a stronger emphasis on human skills and creativity. Tom predicts that the most sought after future jobs will be those where you need both head and heart. Roles where you’re caring for humans or using your creativity. Alex and Jye chat about how organisations can further foster creativity in their workplace and more on this episode. Support the show.

Ben Mathews is a director, screenwriter, actor and acting coach. Charlotte Chimes is a successful Australian actress and small business entrepreneur. They recently performed  together in a play called We Are the Himalayas produced by Brave New World Theatre Company in Sydney where they played an on-screen couple.  They are also off-screen partners. On this episode we talk about what it’s like having two really, really creative people in a relationship. How you support each other through the vulnerable ups and downs of acting, shared goals and how they navigate the challenges and joys of working non-conventional work hours.   Support the show.

James Sinclair (@spreadcheesefabrications) is a fabricator specialising in custom motorcycle modifications. On Maker & Creator we talk to a lot of people who create in the digital world but on this episode we talk about the resurgence back to traditional craft roles and making physical products. We also delve into James' creative process including the use of micro-dosing magic mushrooms to help solve creative problems.  Support the show.

 Kady O Connell, also known Kady Creative, runs a successful design agency, has written her very own cookbook and is a networking queen. On this episode Alex Adams and I talk about what it takes to start a business in the design industry, what inspired her to become a graphic designer in the first place and how she manages a team remotely. She also shares her tips on how maintain your worth as a creative and manage client’s expectations. #podcast #creativity#branding Support the show.

Damien Cassar (@damiencassardirector) is an award winning Australian director, writer and creative who picked up a camera at the age of six and has been making films ever since. On this episode we talk about finding his identity through film making, the vulnerability that comes with any creative outlet, especially comedians, and ways to manage stress and anxiety. We also make some bold predictions about the future of film and how people will consuming content in the decades to come. Support the show.

On this episode of Maker & Creator we chat to journalist turned agency exec Lindsay Bennett on the state of journalism in Australia today, how it's changed and where it's heading. We learn about what it's like doing a cadetship along with some defining moments in Lindsay's career including a few epic fails. Interestingly Lindsay didn't consider herself a "creative" working as a journalist and at times had to switch on the "fake it till you make it" attitude to get a head start in a competitive industry.  Support the show.

Some of the biggest and most successful campaigns in the world have had the simplest slogans. Got Milk? Share a Coke, VW’s Think Small are just a few examples. In this episode we meet Georgia Norton, the graphic designer who turned her quirky passion for something quite simple into a successful business. Georgia Draws A House is the name of that business and as you'll hear this started as a side hustle which exploded overnight after a chance article in the Domain / Sydney Morning Herald. Soon she was making the same salary in her side business as her full time job. See how this creative turned drawing people's houses into a full time business. Support the show.

If you grew up in Australia in the 80s-00s you'll no doubt remember waking up early and watching the best music clips count down on ABC's Rage. Learning all the dance moves in time with the video clip and belting out the lyrics to your favourite bands was something that happened in lounge rooms all across the country. On this episode we chat to Ben Harrison, a creative who recently had his first music video on Rage. Take a trip down memory lane with us as we chat about our favourite video clips of all time. The good, bad and the ugly and how music and film are connected in today's culture. ALL LINKS WE REFER TO!  Ben's Videos: Totally Unicorn "Prized Pig" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pc5xTFVcMjo Devine Electric "Shy Love" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h_ZGCwQ-fm4   Marvin Gaye vs Robin Thicke: Marvin Gaye "Got to Give it Up" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ayyy-03ITDg Robin Thicke "Blurred Lines" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zwT6DZCQi9k   Radiohead vs the Hollies vs Lana Del Rey The Hollies "The Air that I breathe" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HydvceA1PAI Radiohead "Creep"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XFkzRNyygfk Lana Del Rey "Get Free" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yzP4kQhlPBY Rick Beato comparison: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PV8jYTfxJTI   Clips we discussed: Aphex Twin "Windowlicker" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5ZT3gTu4Sjw Rage Against the Machine "People of the Sun" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=scyC9A6o_Ts A Perfect Circle "Judith" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xTgKRCXybSM Cibo Matto "Sugar Water" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EN9auBn6Jys Kylie Minogue "Come into my world" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=63vqob-MljQ Bonus: John Safran gets a song on Rage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=790CydS7kP4 Support the show.

This week something very different.  A cross-over special with Jye's first podcast: Better in Bed which he hosts with sex coach Sara Tang - a podcast on sex and sexuality in Hong Kong.  This episode is one of Jye's favourite's featuring fellow aussie Elena Gabrielle.  Love it or hate it, we all have to play the dating game to stand a chance of finding love or even getting laid.  Sara and Jye discuss the triumphs and travails of dating in today's world with the very entertaining Elena Gabrielle (https://www.elenagabrielle.com/).  As a comedienne from touring dating show "Story Party" and host of sex-positive, underground variety show Dirrty Cabaret in Berlin, Elena has heard it all.   From stories of bad boys with ankle bracelets, to second cousins and anal speculums, Elena shares the good, bad, and truly filthy dating stories that she's picked up on tour.    We also talk about sex on the first date, "ghosting" and how online dating has changed the game. So stop swiping and start listening!  To submit your stories, questions and feedback for the show, or get more advice on sex and dating, find us at www.sarasense.com / follow @hellosarasense. Produced by Jye Smith (@doublestarco, jye@doublestar.co)   Support the show.

The good, the bad and ugly of Australian interior and architectural design with two up and coming designers. Support the show.

To most he's known as Commando Steve, the stern-faced trainer on The Biggest Loser and other popular reality TV shows. In this episode meet the real Steve Willis as we delve into the power of ones mindset and how that shapes us individually and as a society. In this heartfelt interview Steve shares his journey from adolescents to the army, the challenges of being your own brand and how to be more present in this chaotic world.   Support the show.

Lizi Hamer (@lizihamer) is a story-hunter. She's fascinated with human beings and has crafted a career where she can captures genuine stories and shares them with large audiences. She is the Asia Pacific regional Creative Director for Octagon - a leading global sports marketing organisation, an enviable job for many. But as you'll learn in this episode Lizi's interested stretch well beyond the illustrious world of sport and into more philanthropic avenues, especially those empowering women. Support the show.

Mindfulness, meditation, minimalism and more. Sometimes it's hard to know where to start when you're trying to unplug from the daily grind. Enter Unyoked, a company that offer tiny cabins in the Australian wilderness designed for people to get away and reconnect with nature. Brothers and founders of Chris and Cam Grant tell us about their journey from corporate workers to barefoot entrepreneurs.  Support the show.

What started as a small neighbourhood brewery in the heart of Newtown in Sydney has grown into one of the nation's most beloved beer brands. Young Henrys have not only created a popular product but a sense of community that's stretched well beyond their 2042 postcode. You'll find them on tap at venues all around the country, at festivals, incorporated into artwork and more. So how did they do it? Founders Oscar and Dan share the secrets to their success on this episode of Maker & Creator.  Support the show.

This is already one of our favourite episodes.  A very special story about inspiration and re-discovering a creative side.  Georgia Mappin always considered herself a creative until she got into advertising and fell into the role of a producer. Despite being a natural at "getting shit done" she took a turn back into the creative side with the encouragement of her writer father which lead to the commission of her first TV series Seconds. In this episode Georgia shares how she got her break, what it takes to land funding in the Australian TV industry and how she turned emotional heartache into her biggest motivator.  Support the show.

Meet the guy who quit being a government lawyer to run sandwich tours in New York. Ben Gollan aka A Man And His Sandwich runs the number one food tour on Airbnb experiences in the US and is 100% living his best life. Who would have thought a 45 min episode on sandwiches could be so entertaining and inspiring? You need to listen for yourself to believe this story.  Support the show.

Purple Sneakers have called Madeline Carr aka SPORTS one of Australia’s hottest up and coming DJs. We speak to her about creativity in the music industry, how she got her first break and take a look at the current state of Sydney's nightlife. Is Sydney in danger of becoming irrelevant as a global city? With limited late night venues are we losing the breeding ground for our future breakthrough artists. All this and more on our first episode of Maker & Creator season 2.  Support the show.

Dylan Martin aka Royalston is a Sydney based drum & bass musician. He's an ex in-house designer and artist for Mambo and currently working on his fourth album. On this episode we chat about the Australian music scene and creativity in general. Dylan opens up about the years of rejection he faced from music labels and how he almost gave up only to be signed not long after. This is a must listen for any artist, musician or creative looking for inspiration to take their craft to the next level. https://soundcloud.com/royalston/ Support the show.

This was our first time recording with three guests on the show, the core creatives behind 600 Bottles of Wine a new all-female Aussie made web/TV series. It has just premiered in Australia following success on screens in the UK & NZ. 600 Bottle Of Wine was produced off the back of a successful blog started by Grace Rouvray.  She opened her heart on the blog and shared her dating woes. And people loved it. We watched the trailer and felt instantly connected and new we needed to meet the creators behind this series. Grace Rouvray, Bec Bignell and Ainslie Clouston take us through the highs and lows of creating your own series. From selling your soul to scoring major contracts and the hustle in between. Support the show.

Ian Rumsby is an ex-navy turned executive leader for one of the world’s largest public relations agencies. In this episode of Maker & Creator we delve into what shapes creativity and the biggest confidence fillers when it comes to expressing ourselves. Ian offers some profound advice and perspective for those looking to grow this part of their life and shares his perspective on photography. Support the show.

Armando Percuoco is like the Italian godfather of the Australian food scene. His restaurant Buon Ricordo in Paddington, Sydney is a dining institution which has served everyone from A-List celebrities to notorious gangsters and the like for over 30 years. We chat to Armando about how the food scene has changed since 1972 when he first immigrated to Australia and how creativity can be expressed through food.   Support the show.

Eddie Foster owns a film agency in Vancouver. Originally from Sydney he’s certainly gifted when it comes to film, motion and telling beautiful stories. Eddie is only 21 years old and has already worked with some of the biggest brands in the world including North Face, Spyder, Hollister, Scott, Zeal optics and more. In this episode the conversation covers everything from our favourite films to the age old debate around generation gaps. Are millennials slow to enter the work force or are they spoilt with too many options? Is this just the same question Gen Y was asked a decade ago? Support the show.

Brent Wilson is one of Sydney’s most successful menswear designers. He owns a flagship store in The Galeries and has been crowned GQ Designer Of The Year. He's even been on the cover of DNA magazine. Brent's story is certainly unique. In this episode he shares his journey from being an electrician to entering the fashion world thanks to a lucky break at Fashion Week many years ago.  His perspective on the Australian fashion scene has changed over time and Brent's agile ability to adapt to this changing market is both interesting and inspiring.  Support the show.

Tom Brennan is the global brand ambassador for Waterford Crystal and has unquestionably one of the coolest jobs in the world. He gets flown around the globe to attend luxurious events including limited edition whisky tastings, special dinners and the Waterford Crystal ball drop at Time Square in New York each New Years Eve. Not just a hired spokesperson Tom was born in Waterford, Ireland where the company first started and continues to operate today. On this episode we chat about his journey from a 15 year old apprentice glass blower in the middle of country Ireland to living in New York and travelling the globe working for one of the world's most recognisable luxury brands.  Support the show.

Glossophobia (fear of public speaking) is still the number one phobia with three out of four individuals suffering from speech anxiety. Some of the best people in their field often get overlooked because they can't articulate their knowledge. Michael Kordahi is here to help those people with his company Sumo Ninja Monkey. He helps people bring our their personal stories and shows how they can shape presentations to make them more interesting. A self professed nerd Michael is one of those rare breeds- a techie who loves presenting. In this episode he shares the secret to his special talent. Support the show.

Tamasein Holyman is the founder and director of Secret Squirrel Productions a creative experience agency which amongst other wonderful things produces Underground Cinema a, live, immersive cinema experience held in undisclosed locations in Melbourne and Sydney. Despite being hugely successful these days it wasn't always easy. Tam opens up about the challenges of starting a new business when you're dead broke and how she gained new purpose in life after the loss of her father.  Launched in 2009, and the first of its kind in Australia, Underground Cinema is a secret, live, immersive cinema experience held in undisclosed locations in Melbourne and Sydney. Join our Facebook Group - Maker & Creator Podcast Alex Adams (@msdarlinghurst) is the founder of EatDrinkPlay.com Jye Smith (@jyesmith / @doublestarco) is the founder of Doublestar.co Support the show.

Roger Ryan is one of Hong Kong's best barbers - an exceptionally talented and insighful human who looks at the connection between culture and cuts.  Barbering and men's grooming is a fast growing category and is driven by experience and culture: and that's where Roger plays best. Support the show.

In 2010 Alex Luther’s mother passed on a scrapbook which had belonged to his late grandfather Harry Luther. He was the world’s top marathon water-skier during the 1960s and 70s. The scrapbook was filled with Harry’s water-skiing adventures including and his greatest achievement- a world record which involved him water-sking from Tangier, Morocco to Cervia Italy in 1970. Inspired by this Alex decided he would recreate his grandfather’s journey and continue the family legacy. There was just one catch…he’d never water skied a day in his life. What follows next is a remarkable journey that you need to hear to believe. This is Chasing Canguro. Support the show.

He sold his first company for over a million dollars at the age of 22, wakes up at 3am every night and does his best thinking over a long run. He doesn't have Facebook or follow the news and you'll only ever find him wearing all black. Fred Schbesta is the co-founder of Finder.com, Australia's largest comparison website. In this episode we chat about the importance of rituals, training your emotional empathy and the sacrifices that come with building a successful multi-national empire at such a young age. If you've ever considered starting a business listen to this and see if you've got what it takes according to Fred.   Join our Facebook Group - Maker & Creator Podcast Alex Adams (@msdarlinghurst) is the founder of EatDrinkPlay.com Jye Smith (@jyesmith / @doublestarco) is the founder of Doublestar.co Support the show.

Our first bonus episode direct from Hong Kong! Our episode with Mark Nara was really well received so we thought we would follow that up with one of the first interviews Jye did in Hong Kong.   Jye talks to Rob about his story and journey to tattooing and the role of creativity, environment and culture. Make sure you check out Rob's work @blackoutbob  - Founded in 2010, BLACKOUT is driven by the core belief that tattoo art is more than a book of tired designs and worn clichés. The soul of BLACKOUT is custom design, professionalism and singularity. Each tattoo is as unique as the person carrying it, and that is just as it should be.For years, tattooing endured the unwanted label of “low-brow art.” This was especially true in Hong Kong, where a casual, cookie-cutter attitude to tattooing was the norm. Our goal is to destroy that perception and provide the same exacting standards from leading studios across the world, giving Hong Kong a world-class option right in our backyard. Our goal is to make each tattoo precisely as good as it can be. Support the show.

Wake up. Go to work. Sleep. Repeat. It's the reality for most people but Lizabeth Pal broke this cycle when she decided to quit her job and go traveling. She soon discovered there were other means to make a living that didn't rely on one employer and entered the roaming freelancer life. She now travels the world, working remotely as a digital strategist, blogger and presenter. In this episode Liz shares the benefits along with the not-so-glamourous realities of this lifestyle. Join our Facebook Group - Maker & Creator Podcast Alex Adams (@msdarlinghurst) is the founder of EatDrinkPlay.com Jye Smith (@jyesmith / @doublestarco) is the founder of Doublestar.co Support the show.

There is something incredibly vulnerable about getting a tattoo. Voluntarily putting your trust in someone who is going to permanently mark your body and hopefully accurately express your creative vision is daunting. Mark Nara is a tattoo artist specialising in therapeutic and conscious tattoos. The complete opposite to a drunken mistake his clients seek to mark a time and moment in their life with real intention. Covered in tattoos today Mark once despised them and vouched never to get one. So what happened? Find out on this episode of Maker & Creator.  Join our Facebook Group - Maker & Creator Podcast Alex Adams (@msdarlinghurst) is the founder of EatDrinkPlay.com Jye Smith (@jyesmith / @doublestarco) is the founder of Doublestar.co Support the show.

He's been called the "Godfather of the Australian music scene" and after spending an hour listening to music industry legend Peter Rix you'll realise why. A pioneering artist manager, acclaimed event producer, and founder of the ARIA Awards you could easily fill a whole podcast purely on his stories alone. We chat about the state of the music industry today compared to "the good old days" and hear countless entertaining stories including how he signed singer Marcia Hines. Learn about what inspired him to start the ARIA Awards and more on this week's episode of Maker & Creator.   Join our Facebook Group - Maker & Creator Podcast Alex Adams (@msdarlinghurst) is the founder of EatDrinkPlay.com Jye Smith (@jyesmith / @doublestarco) is the founder of Doublestar.co Support the show.

Would the real Trance McShady please stand up? Nick Maricic is a NIDA trained actor, performance artist, director, web series creator, story teller and founder of an ethical organic cotton clothing range called Trance McShady. We chat to him about the challenges of making and creating on a shoestring budget. Also, what happens when you feel you're not as good as other people in your field and don't think you ever will be? Do you walk away completely or pivot into a new direction? Nick shares the vulnerabilities that come with that journey and the benefits of fresh perspective and innovation that often result.  Join our Facebook Group - Maker & Creator Podcast Alex Adams (@msdarlinghurst) is the founder of EatDrinkPlay.com Jye Smith (@jyesmith / @doublestarco) is the founder of Doublestar.co Support the show.

In November 2017 hemp foods became legalised in Australia. This week we chat to Georgia Branch, co-founder of Hemple a hemp food company that's leading the way for this new category. We ask Georgia all of those questions about the difference between hemp and cannabis as well as the challenges faced in branding something that's so new to market and comes with a level of stigma attached. Is this just another health food fad in Australia? What are the real benefits of hemp products and how ethical is the farming process? We delve into this and more on this episode of Maker & Creator.    Join our Facebook Group - Maker & Creator Podcast Alex Adams (@msdarlinghurst) is the founder of EatDrinkPlay.com Jye Smith (@jyesmith / @doublestarco) is the founder of Doublestar.co Support the show.

Listen to this episode for the impersonations alone. From Alan Rickman to that guy from SBS through to quite possibly the best rendition of Ramsey Bolton from Game Of Thrones you'll ever hear. Rob Peters is an actor, musician and voice over artist. In this episode of Maker & Creator we talk about the future of Australian television and what makes one genre more “high-brow” or trashy than the next.    Join our Facebook Group - Maker & Creator Podcast Alex Adams (@msdarlinghurst) is the founder of EatDrinkPlay.com Jye Smith (@jyesmith / @doublestarco) is the founder of Doublestar.co Support the show.

Renée Baltov is the creative mind behind The Barberhood - a new breed of barbershop that pays homage to traditional barbering techniques with a new modern approach to luxury men's grooming. On this episode of Maker & Creator we chat about her diverse career background and the journey from FMCG to men's fashion and taking the calculated leap to starting her own business. We find out what it's like giving birth to a business whilst balancing motherhood and her new baby. Renée's approach business, marketing, and success is inspirational. "I never wanted to be the same as anyone else." Listen to this episode and you'll soon realise the reasons this is true about Renée Baltov. "I never wanted to be the same as anyone else." - Renée Baltov - Join our Facebook Group - Maker & Creator Podcast Alex Adams (@msdarlinghurst) is the founder of EatDrinkPlay.com Jye Smith (@jyesmith / @doublestarco) is the founder of Doublestar.co Support the show.

In this episode of Maker & Creator we chat to cafe owner, former DJ and self-professed socialist Stephen Dyer about the state of Sydney nightlife, the rise of coffee culture in Australia and take a look at why everyone (in Sydney at least) is so content to spend $21 on avocado toast. As the beers and red wine flow we make wild predictions about future generations and discuss what’s inspired a more environmentally conscious society in recent years. This leads us to Stevie’s latest venture Clay Cups Australia and the power social media can have on small business.  - Join our Facebook Group - Maker & Creator Podcast Alex Adams (@msdarlinghurst) is the founder of EatDrinkPlay.com Jye Smith (@jyesmith / @doublestarco) is the founder of Doublestar.co Support the show.

To kick things off we spoke with, ourselves! Meet Alex Adams, founder of Eat Drink Play & Secret Foodies.  Alex has an inspiring story: and we discuss our chance meeting, how that shaped us, and what inspires us to keep going.  We discuss the evolution of the foodie scene, leaving the corporate world and taking a chance on yourself.  Alex has built a career rand life out of a passion for connecting people and creating authentic experiences. - Join our Facebook Group - Maker & Creator Podcast Alex Adams (@msdarlinghurst) is the founder of EatDrinkPlay.com Jye Smith (@jyesmith / @doublestarco) is the founder of Doublestar.co Support the show.