WTP Catchups

Have you heard of Flight Club, Metro's Freo, Magnet House, The Lookout, Edison bar, The Breakwater, Amplifier, Loop & Print Hall? If you've been out partying in Perth in the last 20 years, then you have visited at least one of David's venues! The man behind many of Perth's most innovative bars, clubs, restaurants and entertainment venues sat down with us in the latest episode.We sat on the rooftop of Bob's Bar in the Print Hall complex which David has recently taken over. Above us was one GIANT Orange tree which we speak about over a pint of Swan & Guinness. We discuss David's beginnings which nearly saw him join the airforce, then after a dislocated shoulder he pivoted into starting up a mobile phone business which he scaled up and ended up selling at a very healthy profit. After sitting around "retired" for a couple of years, David got bored and started looking for the next business to build or buy. Accidentally he stumbled across Capital - a nightclub in which he never intended to purchase. Fast forward 19 years & he's just been inducted as a legend of Hospitality in the Australian Hotels Association.

Our next guest on Episode 4, Season 6 of the Welcome to Perth podcast is former West Coast ruckman Nic Naitanui. Who's now kicking goals off field with his new drink venture ALTR with business partner Jack Redden & Darcy Wilkosz.This interview covers a lot of interesting content about life after football, Nic's foundation he's working on, what it's like being in the business world compared to the AFL world and he drops a heap of wisdom along the way.Join us for a fascinating chat with one of the most entertaining footballers the AFL has seen & looks set to shake things up in the business world.Check out his business on instagram @drinkaltr Website: https://drinkaltr.com.au

In this short & sharp interview with the electronic dance king that rose to fame over 10 years ago with his tracks →  Something about you, Just friends & Just a lover. He's now back with his latest album We could be love being released a week before HoopsFest!Hayden will be performing live at this inaugural festival of basketball being held at the RAC arena in Perth over the 19th - 22nd of September.For more info or to see Hayden perform live, click here → https://www.hoopsfest.com.au

Welcome to Perth Catch Ups, the podcast where we dive deep into the Perth stories and unique journeys of remarkable individuals shaping Western Australia. In each episode, join us as we engage in lively conversations with influential figures from various industries including business, events and culture.In our latest episode, we sit down with someone shaping WA events in a big way! Anna Last, the Executive Director of Events at Tourism WA. Anna shares her captivating journey from growing up in Oxford, England, to becoming a key player in Western Australia's tourism. Learn about her experiences working on high-profile events like the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show and her transition to promoting the beautiful state of Western Australia.Discover Anna's insights on the importance of major events in driving tourism, what working with WWE's “Triple H' and UFC's Alexander Volkanovski is like and the exciting projects on the horizon for Tourism WA. Whether you're a local or a visitor, this podcast offers a front-row seat to the people and stories that make Perth a truly extraordinary place to live, work, and play.

We are back for our 6th season of the Welcome to Perth catchups podcast that brings you inspiring stories and in-depth conversations with remarkable individuals making a difference in our community. In this episode, we sit down with Craig Hollywood, the 2023 Australian of the Year for Western Australia, founder of the charity Short Back & Sidewalks, civil engineer, and Deputy Defense Lead. Craig shares his journey from Glasgow to Perth, his passion for helping those experiencing homelessness, and how he manages to balance his professional career with his dedication to social causes. Tune in for an engaging and heartwarming discussion that highlights the power of empathy, community, and personal connection.Craig begins by sharing his background, growing up in a challenging area in Glasgow and witnessing the struggles of those around him, including his uncle who battled with homelessness and addiction. These experiences planted the seed for his empathy and desire to help others. After moving to Australia, Craig recognized a similar need in his new community and founded Short Back & Sidewalks in a Perth car park.Throughout the conversation, Craig discusses the rapid expansion of the charity from Perth to major cities like Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide, as well as its recent regional outreach in Western Australia. He talks about the impactful moments and stories from the charity's journey, including the first haircut given and how it changed a man's life by helping him secure a job.In addition to his charity work, Craig touches on his career as a civil engineer and his role as Deputy Defense Lead, highlighting the balance he maintains between his demanding job and his commitment to social work. Craig's story is a testament to the profound impact one person can have through compassion and community service. His dedication to improving the lives of others and his vision for the future of Short Back & Sidewalks is both inspiring and motivating. Don't miss this episode to learn more about Craig's incredible journey and the meaningful work of Short Back & Sidewalks.To check out what his charity is up to or to get in touch, you can follow them on instagram @short_back_and_sidewalks & hit them up directly if you'd like to volunteer.

Join us in the latest episode as we dive into the dynamic world of Western Australian politics. Magenta, the vibrant and passionate Member for Rockingham, takes the mic to share her incredible journey from door-knocking to winning the hearts of her community.In this episode, Magenta's candid conversation with our host unveils the highs and lows of her intense six-week campaign, from mail drops to meaningful chats with residents. Get ready for a rollercoaster of emotions as she discusses the surprises, challenges, and triumphs that shaped her path to becoming the youngest member in the house.Discover the human side of politics as Magenta opens up about her sporty childhood, love for football (not soccer!), and the unexpected twists that led her from being an Asian Studies student to a key player in WA's political arena.But it's not all politics—Magenta shares her favorite childhood memories, the joy of scoring goals on the Cooloongup oval, and the heartwarming story of her legal adoption by the man she calls Dad, just in time for her wedding.As Magenta reflects on her first year in office, she delves into the issues that matter most to her community—cost of living, housing, and the initiatives that bring people together. Hear about her exciting plans for Point Peron, high schools, and the transformation of Rockingham into a must-visit destination.Buckle up for an engaging and insightful episode filled with laughter, passion, and a touch of politics. Magenta Marshall is not just a politician; she's a force for positive change, and this episode is your exclusive backstage pass into her world.Tune in for smart, witty, and real conversations that go beyond the headlines. Whether you're a politics enthusiast or just curious about the person behind the politician, this episode is a must-listen!

In this episode we dive into the fascinating world of real estate in Perth with guest Paul Glossop. Paul, a seasoned real estate expert with years of experience, shares his insights into the dynamic and ever-evolving property market in Western Australia's capital.Join us as we explore the ins and outs of Perth's real estate landscape, discussing topics ranging from property investment strategies to market trends and the impact of current economic conditions on housing. Paul Glossop's deep knowledge and practical advice will prove invaluable to anyone interested in real estate, whether you're a first-time homebuyer, a seasoned investor, or simply curious about Perth's property market.Tune in as we unravel the secrets to success in Perth's real estate sector and gain a fresh perspective on the city's housing opportunities. Whether you're a local or new to Perth, this episode is your gateway to understanding the Perth market.Don't miss this insightful conversation with Paul Glossop, and make sure to subscribe to "Welcome to Perth Catch-ups" for more engaging discussions about business and culture.If you'd like to hear more from Paul, his Pure Property Podcast Spotify channel is here → https://spotify.link/bhH8zEmSXDb

We sat down with Brendan on our WTP rooftop in Scarborough to talk through his new dating app about to launch in Sydney called Hello Darling. A very different approach to the other apps, as this one your bestie swipes for you & picks your dates! We also discuss Brendan's childhood growing up down south, his dream to play AFL footy which took him to East Perth & eventually lead him to playing for the Essendon Bombers under James Hird during the drugs scandal era. We discuss his experience & then what lead him to getting involved in start up companies.This is a great chat which covers many topics but for those that love business & sport, this one is for you!You can check out Hello Darling here → https://www.instagram.com/myhellodarling/

This crazy man is running, jogging or walking 40km every day for 40 days in the hope to raise 40k for John Hunter's Children Hospital for his 40th birthday! He's over 3/4 the way through it & we discuss the pain he's been putting himself through. Juggling his injuries, managing his Newy Fried Chicken Business, being a father & husband - it has not been easy.We also wind the clock back to when he moved over to Perth in 2008 with his then fiancé. Going from bar tender to managing Gold Bar & then Purl in Subiaco, with the stories that came with it, one with 50 cent.Then setting up his own bar called The Good Shephard in Leederville & all the business lessons he gained from that experience. Then we discuss how becoming a father, deciding to no longer drink & get into boxing was a sliding doors moment for him. This eventually led him to moving back to Newcastle to be around his family, so his kids could enjoy growing up around their grandparents.A great chat with an open book of a human being, that's just out there having a crack & putting everything he has into each challenge. If you'd like to donate or follow his journey, click here → https://linktr.ee/ngbrady

A fascinating chat with one hard working & driven individual, originally growing up working on his parents rabbit farm in country NSW. He's amassed a portfolio of over 40 properties in 14 years of investing.He's done this with no financial help from his parents and he stands testament to all Australians and proof that it is possible to achieve financial freedom on all levels regardless of low income scenarios, as Sam didn't earn much working on the rabbit farm in his teens & to his mid 20s.Once financially free Sam decided to start Australian Property Scout, a buyers agency that is more aggressive on growth locations & using the same strategies he used to build his own portfolio for clients.In this podcast we also discuss why Sam is buying heavily in the Perth market right now & what his views are of Perth property in the short to medium term.If you like this interview & enjoy listening to Sam, he's actually recently started his own podcast called "Scouting Australia". You can listen to that here → https://australianpropertyscout.com.au/media/

The Perth Corporate Rumble is back for it's 10th event at Crown Towers Ballroom. Coaches Glen Austin (blue corner) & Craig Wilson (red corner) give us a run down on what the boxers should expect under the bright lights on April 22nd.We also discuss some classic PCR stories, including some boxers who have gone on to amateurs & the pro's! Get the inside word before these two team's do battle at the ultimate corporate boxing event in Australia. PCR is not only about the boxing, it also raises money for the Saba Rose Button Foundation with a live auction,  enjoy a three course meal, live performances & the official PCR after party!Shout out to the team at Gob Smacked Sports Mouthguards, the major naming sponsor for PCR. You can check them out here > https://gobsmackedsmg.com.auSaba Rose Button Foundation > https://www.sabafoundation.org.auCheck out their awesome work with their rehabME program!

Breeana Smith's story is an inspiring one for the fashion industry here in Australia! She grew up in South Perth and didn't even finish her business degree, instead she worked in brand management.  This is where she toiled away for years learning there was no substitute for hard work, how valuable relationships in the industry were and what would stand the test of time in a cut-throat industry.After building up the confidence, database and knowledge, her next career move was a big one... co-founding the famous footwear brand JAMES SMITH in 2014.  We get an insight into her mindset and how she turned an idea into a multi-million dollar business.Bree visited Positano in 2015 where she fell in love with an Italian restauranteur whilst at a friends wedding. Which later saw her move from Bali to the South of Italy. Her curiosity in colours and fabrics intensified as she wondered around the beautiful coastline. This is where her next big idea was born in 2019 called...   L'IDEE WOMAN which is now a globally recognised brand!Not only is this podcast for all those interested in fashion, this is also an amazing listen for those into business. Breeana is proof that if you are prepared to put in the time learning about an industry and can find a gap in the market, you can become an international sensation.

Ceinwen is the Co-Founder & Director of the annual Port to Pub event in March. Which takes off from Leighton Beach & finishes on Rottnest Island. There are team races, duos, solos & the ultra marathon race for the real crazy people which is 25km! Ceinwen talks us through some stories, stresses & rewards of running such a large scale (logistical nightmare) event in open water. We also discuss where Ceinwen's love of swimming came from, her coaching career & her own impressive open water achievements. Crossing the English Channel in 14 degree water, doing the Rotto swim 3 times - literally getting to shore then turning back & to do it another two times that day! Plus we unpack much more of Ceinwen's story.Here is a link to the Port to Pub event website if you'd like to know more > https://porttopub.com.auHere is the fundraiser link to our friend of WTP & her story who's just been diagnosed with cancer. Ashlee & her husband have 3 little kids, if you'd like to donate or read more about her story click here > https://gofund.me/3c7286f6

PCR is back at The Crown Towers Ballroom on Saturday November 5th!In the blue corner we have Glen Austin owner of Anarchy Training Centre  & in the red corner we have the official promoter at the Combat Sports commission Nigel Groves.  We discuss how their boxer is looking & their predictions for each fight! Glen's blue team won again so no doubt Nigel's mighty reds will be looking for some revenge. As we discover the current Win/Loss tally is exactly the same for Blue vs Red.Get the inside word before these two team's do battle at the ultimate corporate boxing event in Australia. PCR is not only about the boxing, it also raises money for the Saba Rose Button Foundation with a live auction,  enjoy a three course meal, live performances & the official PCR after party!Shout out to the team at Gob Smacked Sports Mouthguards, the major naming sponsor for PCR. You can check them out here > https://gobsmackedsmg.com.auSaba Rose Button Foundation > https://www.sabafoundation.org.auCheck out their awesome work with their rehabME program!

Back for the 8th Perth Corporate Rumble event at The Crown Towers on September 3rd 2022. We sit down to discuss this event's boxing match ups with head coaches  & PCR Directors.Get the inside word before these two team's do battle at the ultimate corporate boxing event in Australia. PCR is not only about the boxing, it also raises money for the Saba Rose Button Foundation with a live auction,  enjoy a three course meal, live performances & the official PCR after party + so much more!In the blue corner we have Glen Austin owner of Anarchy Training Centre  & in the red corner we have the official promoter at the Combat Sports commission Nigel Groves.  We discuss previous years results & their predictions for this event! Glen's blue team got the choccies last event so no doubt Nigel's mighty reds will be looking for some revenge.Shout out to the team at Gob Smacked Sports Mouthguards, the major naming sponsor for PCR. You can check them out here > https://gobsmackedsmg.com.auSaba Rose Button Foundation > https://www.sabafoundation.org.auCheck out their awesome work with their rehabME program!

We sat down with Andrew who owns The Quarter Acre Hotel in Applecross, Ruinbar in Northbridge, Jetty Bar & Eats in Freo.  He also has 2 new venues in the works, one coming to Subiaco (Bottom of the Blackburn development) & the other down south in Dunsborough with business partner Miles.He's also the managing director of Merchant Group which is a boutique financial services firm delivering four distinct services - corporate advisory, financial planning, funds management and investment services. Andrew is also the chair on the advisory board for Ausharvest, which is a food charity & he brought it over to Perth 7 years ago. Which rescues good quality surplus food from ending up in landfill & to people in need.A fascinating chat with an intelligent but humble entrepreneur. Covering a range of topics from investing to trying to get his kids into hospitality & so much more in-between. This podcast is a must listen for all of our WTP audience. Links below for those interested in learning more about what Andrew is up to!www.merchantfunds.com.auwww.darkhorsehg.comwww.ozharvest.org

David is well known for his footballing career with AFL team the Essendon Bombers. We do speak about his sporting journey however the gold in this interview is his experience of- field. He has wisdom beyond his years, partly due to the amount of injuries and set backs he had to overcome, but primarily the self development & self reflection he went through in his 20s. Dave speaks about his role at Lever Property & his thoughts on the Perth commercial market, along with his future plans at the company.  We also discuss investing tactics & the reason he moved away from a career in the financial planning sector. A fascinating deep dive into Dave's story to date whilst we sat at Cottesloe Beach on a sunny afternoon. This podcast is one for listeners interested in property, self development, investing & sport.If you'd like to speak to David regarding commercial sales or leasing in Perth, you can contact him here → https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidwmyers23/

Sam shares with us his experience of having coaches turn their chairs during his live audition on the voice & what it was like to be on the show. We also spoke about his other love, surfing! Sam tells us some of his highlights which included surfing with the top WSL guys in the world down in Margs recently along with some funny stories... one hilarious/bad injury moment!This young singer songwriter also talks about his childhood growing up & his life goals, which includes a simple ethos that we could all copy. No doubt Sam has a big career in music ahead of him & we look forward to watching him tour!Check out his tunes  here → https://open.spotify.com/artist/0EEqhgmp2lUcDQ0Nb4bMQ3

Fresh off the back of a clean sweep victory in the NBL finals. Fleur recounts what it's been like partying with the team this week & some highlights from the season. Making history as the first female to win a NBL championship ring. We also discuss Fleur's back story and how much hard work went into getting that opportunity when Luc Longley called her last year, asking her to apply for the job. Her career CV is something pretty impressive with a Bachelor of science at UWA , then a PHD in health science at Notre Dame where she was the discipline head of Exercise & Sports science for 12 years as well as a researcher, lecturer & academic. Fleur played 270 games for Cockburn Cougars, was the State WA captain under 18s & 20s winning 5 MVP awards.  She has been a coach at the Perth lynx as well as the SBL commissioner. A really enjoyable chat with a lady who prides herself on taking a real interest & care for other human beings, whether that's her players on the court or students at Uni. She is living in the present & enjoying the coaching journey so far, excited to get back to her old stomping ground in Freo shortly for some well earned down time.

Under Andrew's leadership, and the auspices of Andrew and Nicola Forrest, Minderoo Foundation has expanded its work in solving some of the world's most intractable problems – including ridding the ocean of plastic waste, developing a Blueprint to make Australia a fireand flood disaster resilience leader by 2025 and holding the world's largest tech companies,such as Facebook and Google, to account.Andrew has also overseen the growth of Tattarang, which now comprises six businessdivisions across agri-food, energy, resources, property, hospitality, sport and entertainment.We sat down with Andrew for our third episode of season 4, during his busy schedule to talk about how he's managed to keep across both entities since joining as the CEO in March 2019 and he discussed some of the most exciting work currently taking place including the redevelopment of the Cottesloe Indiana Teahouse. Link here with their proposal → https://www.instagram.com/indiana_perth/

In season 4, episode 2 we sat down with Coach Keam.An impressive man with wisdom beyond his years, Ben Keam shares his journey from growing up in Tasmania to his passion for the health and fitness industry which led him to the Gold Coast, Melbourne, Bali and finally to settling here in Perth.But it has been a tough ride at times. After a scooter crash, termite-infested villa and difficulty securing jobs, he and his now fiancé, Bernadette, almost gave it all up whilst in Bali. A chance meeting with a tattooed entrepreneur in a boxing gym was the sliding door moment that turned it all around.Ben talks about the things he's learned along the way; both about himself and within the industry he is so passionate about. Ben has found boxing an amazing outlet for him,  alongside boxing sessions, he has created a space for men to be vulnerable and talk about challenges going on in their own lives.  An interesting look into the life of someone who hasn't necessarily done things by the book and who has had to rebuild and start afresh in a new city more than once, Ben's story is a must for anyone needing a little inspiration, or curious about starting their own business in the fitness industry.

We're back with season 4!Not only is "Kitch" the GM of Dimattina Coffee, Leigh is also the captain of the Subiaco Football Club and the proud owner of The Handsome Stranger caravan bar. We follow Leigh's journey, from growing up on the East Coast, his decision between footy and basketball and his move to WA. Who knows, maybe that decision will even put him in a Dockers jersey later this season as COVID wreaks havoc in the 2022 AFL season.A catch up with a great human being (with only a few interruptions from passers-by), this is a must for anyone who loves their footy, a good cup of coffee or is thinking about starting a small business.

David's voice & skill on a guitar is unbelievable. It's taken him around the world from South Africa to the US to playing on global cruises to South East Asia, where he started his own business running bar tours on beautiful islands. He's a storyteller by nature & this interview doesn't disappoint as he shares his adventourous story with us. ‘Bette Davis Eyes' (Tropical House Mix) release →  https://linktr.ee/davidlazarusmusic or check him out on instagram @davidlazarusmusic1

Back for the 6th Perth Corporate Rumble event at new venue The Crown Towers on October 2nd. We sit down to discuss this event's boxing match ups with head coaches  & PCR Directors.Get the inside word before these two team's do battle at the ultimate corporate boxing event in Australia.In the blue corner we have Glen Austin owner of Anarchy Training Centre  & in the red corner we have the official promoter at the Combat Sports commission Nigel Groves.  We discuss previous years results & their predictions for this Saturdays sold out event! Glen's blue team will be looking for revenge after going down in the past two PCR's to Nigel's mighty reds. 

In this episode we sit down & chat with the managing director of Total Containers. Kevin Cooper discusses how he got rejected from becoming a policeman & then tried to go to university before the Port's of Fremantle grabbed him. It was only suppose to be work during the summer break for a bit of extra cash but instead he worked his way from the bottom to the top of the Shipping industry in a few short years. Which lead him to moving overseas to become a Country Manager for the second largest shipping company in the world with his wife & 3 children under 4.  Then a big life decision was made & he gave it all away to become a self employed operator to move back to WA. Along with his business partner Greg Fleay they created a container transport business & grew it to the 4th largest in WA which they have recently sold for a healthy figure. On top of this another creation was born in Sea Containers WA in 2008 & then the financial crisis hit which threw everything upside-down. Kevin discusses how they pivoted & managed to make their business still viable, which he attributes to some of the businesses success today.If you are into self development, entrepreneurship or productivity improvement. This is a must listen as Kevin gives great advice not only for business people but for people in general.

Trent, like many other graduates of a UWA commerce degree went straight into work along St Georges terrace in his early 20s. Working in the corporate world as an advisor & analyst for big businesses, helping increase their profits however despite earning good money... something was missing. He went through a quarter life crisis which saw him quit the rat race & go solo travelling the world for 18 months, using the income he'd created from developing his own properties to fund his trip.Whilst learning to become a safari guide in South Africa, he reflected on what work he could do that would give him real purpose & meaning. Which is when he decided he would help his friends set themselves up financially the same way he had... with property development. That's when Strategic Property Group was created.Trent's business has grown to now be the leading property development consultancy in Perth. You'll also see Trent regularly on channel 9 news & his weekly segment on 6PR giving his insights on the property market here in Perth. He is also up to episode 138 on his podcast "The Perth Property Show". Trent's mission is to help Perth people make informed property purchases & stop the unnecessary urban sprawl, leaving some people in negative equity. A great interview which not only follows Trent's very interesting life story but also gives listeners a lot of valuable info on what not to do & what to look for when purchasing a property in Perth.

Greg Packer aka Dr Packer has had quite the musical journey! To collecting hundreds of records as a young kid in the UK, to winning a DJ mixing competition at the Berlin Nightclub that put a spotlight on him in 1991 as a 19 year old. Which gave him his first weekly residency playing to over 1,000 people each week!Greg discusses playing jungle & breakbeats at illegal raves in the UK & Perth in the 90s. To making producing & performing his full time career following summer festivals around the globe until just recently with Covid putting a stop to that. Greg discusses his drum & bass career to transitioning back to funk, soul & disco in 2013 with his remixes.Greg opens up about his life's journey, how the music scene & venues have changed over time. If you'd like to catch him playing at his album launch event at The Rechabite, you can on the 23rd of July.To listen to his new album "Operation Disco" click here > https://www.traxsource.com/title/1615690/operation-disco

In this interview we sit down with global DJ superstars Carl Cox & Eric Powell.We discuss Carl's biggest DJ highlight of playing at Love Parade in Berlin to 1.8 million people live in the 90's. Eric discusses how he went from being a resident DJ in Manchester & Brighton clubs. To then touring the world playing in front of thousands (Including NYE on Bondi beach in 1999 to 16,000 party goers) & later touring other bands, including selling out the Opera House.We also discuss how these two became friends & both fell in love with Australia. Touring Perth for their Mobile Disco & PURE event brands, they discuss how these events started with a 100 friends going to their first event at a winery to now both being world renowned tours.These two have headlined at most major festivals, including Tomorrowland & Burning Man. You name it & these two individually have been on every electronic music festivals line up.We also got to discuss Carl's love for his motorsport, Eric being sacked as head coach from his son's soccer (football) team & their recent trip down to Margaret River.Their two Saturday shows are fully sold out. Sunday's event details here → https://tinyurl.com/h2t3sajcCarl Cox playing at Love Parade in Berlin  →  https://tinyurl.com/wc5s8a

Back for the 5th Perth Corporate Rumble event at the Perth Convention Centre on June 12th. We sit down to discuss this years match ups with head coaches  & PCR Directors.In the blue corner we have Glen Austin owner of Anarchy Training Centre  & in the red corner we have the official promoter at the Combat Sports commission Nigel Groves.  Both coaches give us an insight into the funny moments, the lockdown & the highlights of training camp.  We also discuss previous years results & their predictions for a couple weeks time!

In this episode we sit down & discuss how Kara overcame injuries to be named the inaugural captain of the Fremantle Dockers. Now into her 5th season as skipper we talk through the highs & lows of her career at the top level. The hunger she has for securing Fremantle's first premiership & her current boxing training schedule, where she'll face off against West Coast's Courtney Guard in the ring for a charity boxing event.

You've seen Soulsby playing the main sets at festivals such as Wine Machine, Pineapple Club & Motif Open Air.  In this interview we discuss why he started deejaying & how he got the opportunity to play those main sets that every DJ in Perth wants. Kyle is also barber by trade & we talk through his journey from begging to do after school clean up shifts at a barber shop in his local neighbourhood. To working at Westins & building his own clientele to opening up his own shop in North Perth. 

Clint is the sole owner of Henry Summer, Sneaky Tony's, Alabama Song, Joes Juice Joint & La Cholita! Impressive list of venues that take us to a different part of the world as soon as you walk in. Originally a head chef, Clint's ethos is all about the customer & their experience. We talk through his hospitality story & touch on the difficulties he's faced this year with Covid19 temporarily closing his venues. He also lets us in on a little secret about his next venue that's opening shortly!Celebrating La Cholita's 10th birthday, it's an impressive achievement that this Mexican inspired restaurant is still as busy as ever serving up those delicious taco's & margarita's.

It's been a really challenging year. Mental health issues & suicide rates are on the rise. It can sometimes be hard for people to open up & be vulnerable to their mates about how they are really going. Our latest guest on the podcast Lockie has created an app being used all over Australia called iyarn. Which allows you to properly check in with your mates, looking at different areas of life & how they are actually doing. Lockie who has already been the CEO of the ICEA Foundation as well as head of operations at Splend. All of this by the age of 30, he shares with us his story & how it has lead him to creating iyarn.For more info > https://iyarn.com/

Our latest guest was none other than media personality Basil Zempilas who's running for Perth Lord Mayor. Basil discusses the media, his life, sport, family & Roger Federer. A fascinating discussion with one of Perth's most influential people & his vision for our beautiful city.

You may know Ben as the producer Get More or the DJ Jus Haus? Chances are if you've been out on a night on the town in Perth from 2009 to 2018 you've danced to his tunes as he's been mixing behind the decks. Ben thought he had his partying & lifestyle all under control but a few major life events sent Ben down a dark rabbit hole which made him wonder at his darkest moments if he'd ever get out. Ben chats with us openly about his mental health challenges he faced as a mid 20s guy trying to work out his identity & his purpose during a crossroads period in his life. Listeners will gain value from Ben's experience which has seen him come out the other side, to now be helping others develop tools to face their own anxieties. A fascinating listen.

Have you ever been to Jack Rabbit Slims, Lucy's love shack or a Metric Halloween party? Fraser shares how he got started in loose uni events, which eventually lead to Metric Events being the biggest local promoter in WA employing over 50 staff. They brought Flume, What So Not, Alison Wonderland to name a few over to Perth for the first time & created huge festivals such as Circo. Young guys living the dream until a mixture of rainy summer festival days & spending today's tax money on tomorrow's event. Fraser & his business partners dissolved Metric Events after some hard life lessons to focus on digital marketing where his real niche was found. Fast forward a few years & "Made in the Pile" is one of the biggest marketing agencies in Perth with a diversified client base. Fraser talks candidly about his failures, successes & the ride along the way. Only in his early 30's still, this episode is a fascinating listen.Check out Pilerats video they did for Skrillex, which sums up the Metric Events days → https://tinyurl.com/y4knyhc3

After missing out on the ultimate success that she so wanted as a leader in the Hockeyroos squad in the Olympics. Her body was no longer cut out to play at the highest level after world cups & the commonwealth games. Jayde retired in Amsterdam & eventually made her way back to Perth for the next phase of her life. No longer having a purpose & drive to get out of bed early for training she went through some dark days like many athletes do post their professional careers. A lucky meeting (with now business partner) & interesting discussion around an ice cream recipe that has zero sugar that actually tastes delicious! Now Jayde had found her purpose & something that excited her just as much as her playing days... being her own boss in a start up ice cream company "Denada Co".

Zack talks about his time at the Western Force & the Brumbies, before making the huge decision to move his life over to France. He had to learn how to train, play & live the way the French do. One thing you always do as a French rugby player is never lose at home... first game he played & his team got belted at home! However as his whole life story goes, his perseverance & belief in his ability gets him through... even when his coaches didn't. Listen to this young Aquinas College boy's story who grew up in Perth & has turned his dream into a reality.

Australian Olympian on the rise, to being kicked off the team a couple years later for partying while injured. Luke discusses his career as a professional volleyball player that's spanned over 11 years in different European leagues. He's lived & played all over from starting in Sweden to now being on Frankfurt's team. We discuss his early downfalls to meeting his now wife which has lead him to living in the Czech Republic. A fascinating look behind the scenes of the professional world of volleyball in Europe. How a kid from Aquinas has made this his full time career & what he'd tell his younger self from the lessons he's learned along the way.

Mitch was mucking around playing flag football with mates in Perth after giving up on Aussie rules due to dodgy shoulders. He got a call after a Bali trip telling him to stop partying & fly over to Melbourne to have a crack at punting seriously at an academy called Pro Kick Australia. He quit his job as a glazier & slept on a mates couch the first night over there. His second night he was about to sleep in a 24 hour gym's toilet as he had no where else to go.... fast forward & Mitch is about to jump on the field for his first kick in the NFL Superbowl to a packed Miami stadium & 100 million people watching live! An unbelievable story of will power, hard work & determination.

After thinking his dream was over, Warwick had an outstanding season for the Perth Heat in 2012 as a 21 year old. He was tapped on the shoulder in the dug out at the end of that season & offered a contract with the Detroit Tigers in the Major League Baseball competition in the US. Motivated to give it his all for his late grandfather, Warwick has ridden the highs & lows of what it's been like as a professional baseballer since. We delve into his mindset before his first pitch at the highest level & how his profession now see's him playing in front of fake people with masks on in South Korea.

We chat with Elliot about his thoughts on the season starting back up again on June 11th. What the current plans are for the AFL & how it will work for players in a bubble over in the Gold Coast. Then we rewind into Elliot's childhood in the backyard with older brother Corey & how losing to him made him into a competitive skinny kid. Onto his first AFL game for the Brisbane Lions where he his body blew up before half time & he had to hide from the ball in the 2nd half.

We sit down & discuss Crooked Colours rise from Mandurah backyards to trips up to Perth on weekends playing dingy venues like The Causeway. To needing to pick between Europe or America as their target market for their music. Covid19 stopped their tour they were currently doing with RUFUS & we discuss what's next for the Grapevine headliners.

We chat with Danny about his new album out, how it all started for him playing bass in a band to then going solo in electronic music releasing "given a chance " & being flown around the country for the first time performing by himself to crowds of a couple hundred to then playing to 30,000 people at splendour in the grass!

"Pro9 Perth Corporate Rumble 2020” is back for another year of white-collar boxing. The event organiser's/trainer's sit down with us to run through the 13 matchups of this highly anticipated event at the Perth Convention Centre, which will be held on the 28th March.

From apprentice plumber being told he partied too much & wasn’t good enough to play AFL, to a double premiership player in the Richmond Tigers history-making club turn around. Nathan takes us on the crazy ride that has been his adult life. Listen in as he gives us insight into the 4 walls at Tigerland & how much things have changed there.

Habitat Garden Parties are a staple part of our summer calendars & this is the story behind the first local boutique Perth brand to throw day parties in our city. Director Flex talks us through the beginning of Habitat, the journey from start-up nightclub events to showcasing fully loaded events, bringing big named artists such as Claptone, Dom Dolla and The Presets to Perth. Moments of nearly going bankrupt to turning the whole company around to be what it is today.

His teachers told him he'd never amount to anything if he continued fighting... he's proven them wrong. He's had his ups & downs in the sport he loves. Rubbing shoulders with legends of the game like Whitaker, Horn & Jake Matthews. Glen's story is one of persistence, challenging himself by going into the unknown & swan draught.

Todd's story is one of persistence, work rate & overcoming adversity to chase his dream of riding all over the world as a professional BMX rider. His determination and success has seen him perform in front of a vast amount of international audiences, including riding across venues such as Madison Square Garden in New York, the O2 arena in London, and our very own Optus Stadium.

A personal look into the story behind an immigrant family who moved to Australia with nothing & are now the owners of some of Perth’s best venues : Market Grounds, Generous Squire, The Peach Pit, The Duke, Scarborough Beach Bar, Dirty Nelly’s & a secret new venue they have under construction in Scarborough ready for Summer 2019.

Ever wondered what it takes to create one of Perth's leading event companies and large scale pop-up bar experiences? 6 years ago, planted as the Urban Orchard, Bar Pop was born and was one of Perth's first and biggest pop-up bars. With a growing team that includes a full-service creative agency alongside a highly skilled operations and management team, Bar Pop has made organic progression from putting together intimate gatherings to producing branded experiential marketing campaigns and programming large-scale music and arts events. Great things never come easy, and the boys behind the biz have quite the story to tell.