In this episode, I interview Angela Ferguson - Creative and Managing Director of Futurespace. As a business leader in workplace strategy and design for over 25 years, she has worked with global clients to transform their workplace environment through her innovative projects. Throughout the conversation, Angela highlights her ability to navigate the…

In this episode, I interview David McGrath – Chief Executive Officer of myPlates and TasPlates. With a distinguished career as a technology and media executive, David has driven business success through his expertise in product innovation and strategic leadership. Throughout the episode, David shares his experiences navigating the evolving business…

In this episode, I interview Alan Jones – Managing Partner of M8 Ventures. With a career that evolved through roles at Microsoft and Yahoo during the height of the dot-com boom, Alan has become one of the country’s most experienced and respected angel investors. Throughout the conversation, Alan shares how his early curiosity and self-taught tech s…

In this episode, I interview Cassandra Kelly - Co-Founder of Pottinger — a multi-award-winning financial and strategic global advisory firm. In 2019, Cassandra was awarded an Order of Australia in recognition of her transformative contributions to business through executive roles and as an advocate for equity and inclusion. Throughout the episode, …

This week, Kelly and Damian talk about SNL again. This time it is the 50th Anniversary Specials.

In this episode, I interview David Fastuca - Co-Founder of Locomote and CEO & Co-Founder Growth Forum. Founded in 2012, David grew Locomote into $150 million sales pipeline in less than 18 months, culminating in over $30 million in exits. He now focuses his time scaling Growth Forum, a sales learning platform providing solutions for high-growth com…

In this episode, I interview Tom Cawley - Executive Chair of MaxMine — an innovative technology company revolutionizing open-pit mining operations since its founding in 2015. Under Tom’s leadership, MaxMine has grown from a bootstrapped startup into an industry leader backed by private equity, all while maintaining a strong focus on values and repu…

This week Damian and Kelly get sidetracked alot and then talk about Kevin Smith's latest coming of age comedy The 4:30 Movie.

In this episode, I interview Jason T Smith. Jason was CEO of Back In Motion Health Group. Founded in 1999, Back In Motion grew into one of Australia’s largest physiotherapy networks, eventually becoming an ASX-listed company and setting a record for one of the sector’s biggest transactions. Throughout the episode, Jason shares how he built his busi…

In this episode, I interview Andrea and Ian Gardiner. Andrea is the founder of Jelix Ventures, an early-stage venture capital manager dedicated to supporting startups across Australia and New Zealand. Ian is the co-founder of Innovation Bay, Australia’s leading and longest running startup community. Together, Andrea and Ian have become major pillar…

In this episode, I sit down with Steve Grace, Founder and CEO of The Nudge Group. Since launching in 2019, The Nudge Group has redefined the role of recruitment agencies, helping startups scale by connecting them with top talent and a trusted ecosystem for growth. Steve shares his journey as a natural entrepreneur, including how he built and sold t…

In this episode Kelly and Damian talk about Gordan Ramsay, The Castle, Bargarse, the SNL biopic Saturday Night (2024)

In this episode, I interview Greg Taylor - Founder of Step One Underwear. Founded in 2017, Step One has become one of Australia’s most popular underwear brands, growing to become an ASX-listed company, with a market capitalisation of around $250 million and operates internationally. Throughout the episode, Greg talks about his early days in rowing …

This week, Kelly talks about Demi Moore's latest hit movie, The Substance, while Damian has been hanging out with Charlton Heston in 1970's L.A. with The Omega Man.

Kelly and Damian run down their fave and not-so-fave films and TV shows of the year.

This week Kelly and Damian have both been to the movies without each other to see two very disparate films.

In this episode, I interview Paul House - CEO of Imdex, an ASX-listed mining-tech company with a market capitalisation of $1.2 billion. Paul has helped the company grow to now employ over 800 staff globally and earn $445 million in annual revenue. Throughout the episode, Paul emphasises the importance of staying innovative and the power of seeking …

In this episode, I interview Matt Jones, co-founder of Four Pillars - one of Australia’s most popular gin companies. Since founding in 2013, Matt and his co-founders have seen Four Pillars be named the worlds best gin producer three times, expand overseas and be acquired by drinks giant Lion for a reported $100 million. Throughout the episode, Matt…

This week, Kelly and Damian have watched different Paul Mescal movies, I bet you can't guess who watched what. Also, food dumping and the French Revolution are discussed.

In this episode, I interview Phillip Di Bella - founder of Di Bella Coffee and more recently, the Coffee Commune. Founded in 2002, Phillip grew Di Bella coffee into one of Australia’s largest coffee roaster and supplier before eventually selling the business in 2014 for $47 million. Throughout the episode, Phillip talks about the importance of entr…

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In this episode, I interview Adam Schwab, co-founder of Luxury Escapes. Luxury Escapes is an online travel booking platform aimed at providing great travel packages at fair prices. Founded in 2013, Adam has grown the company to earn hundreds of millions in revenue, employ over 500 staff, and expand internationally. Throughout the episode, Adam talk…

In this episode, I interview James Clarke, founder of Bolster Group. Founded in 2015, James has grown Bolster from a small team to now a multi-agency business, that employs 50 staff and helps orchestrate some of Australia’s biggest live events. Throughout the episode, James emphasises how taking on risk is the most important step in achieving scale…

This week, your favourite couple talk about Sex and the City and Deadpool and Wolverine (2024).

In this episode, I interview Leigh Jasper - co-founder of Aconex and Firmable. Aconex provided collaboration software technology for the construction, mining and oil sector. Over 18 years, Leigh grew the business to employ over 1000 people, list on the ASX before being acquired by Oracle for $1.6 billion in 2018. Today, Leigh is working on his late…

This week Kelly and Damian chat about Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, Good Will Hunting, the new Documentary about the tragic end of Gary Colemans life entitled "Gary". Plus, Andor, The Bear Season 3 and Only Murders Season 4 updates.

In this episode, I interview Frank Caruso, founder of Caruso’s Natural Health. Caruso’s Natural Health is one of Australia’s largest vitamin and supplements companies. Founded in 1982, Frank has grown the company to now earn tens of millions in annual revenue and have a catalogue of over 100 products. Throughout the episode, Frank talks about how h…

In this episode, I interview Christian Beck - Founder of Leap Legal Software. Founded in 1992, Christian has grown Leap to be the largest legal software company in Australia, bringing in over $1 billion in annual revenue and now operate internationally. Christian talks about his experiences as a founder and why he prefers to grow utilising debt ins…

Kelly and Damian shake up the format and chat about what they have watched this week together and own their own. Season Four of Only Murders, the first couple of episodes of Kaos, and the first few episodes of Andor, plus a whole bunch of fart chat.

In this episode, I interview Nick Greenhalgh, co-founder of PetO. PetO is one of Australia’s leading pet supply stores selling goods such as food, toys and equipment. Starting in 2006, Nick, alongside his brother, has grown the business to own 58 stores, around 1000 staff, and earn $200 million in annual revnue. Throughout the episode, Nick talks a…

Our favourite couple have been to the cinema this week to see the Beetlejuice sequel.

In this episode, I interview Taryn Williams - founder of Wink Models. Taryn talks about why she started the business as a 21 year old and why she was so determined to disrupt the fashion industry at such a young age. Today, Wink Models has become one of Australia’s leading agencies with over 600 models signed nation-wide. Taryns lastest project is …

In this episode, I interview Michael Batko - CEO of Startmate. Startmate is one of Australia’s largest startup accelerator programs. Over the past decade, Michael has grown Startmate to have invested in and supported 250+ startups, with a collective portfolio value of over $3.5 billion. Michael talks about the how Startmate has grown since 2011 whe…

In this episode the happy couple go in-depth on Twister.

In this episode, I interview Mike Wilson - founder of TinyMe. TinyMe is a manufacturing business specialised in making customisable kids toys and gifts. Founded in 2006, Mike has grown the business to now bring in around $10 million in annual revenue and have expanded internationally. Throughout the episode, Mike talks about how the consumer and co…

This week Kelly and Damian chat about the fourth installment of the Axel Foley series

In this episode, I interview AFL legend and Sydney Swans Premiership coach Paul Roos. Today, Paul is the founder of Performance by Design where he has successfully transposed the leadership and culture lessons he has driven through his sporting experiences and successfully delivered them to the corporate market. Beginning as a 16-year-old at Fitzro…

In this episode, I interview Sophie Doyle, the founder of The Fable. The Fable is an e-commerce company specialising in women’s work fashion. Founded in 2015, Sophie has grown the brand into a multi million dollar business that operates internationally. Throughout the episode, Sophie speaks about the challenges she’s faced within the business such …

In this episode, Kelly suggests a Damian type of film, in Guy Ritchies' new World War Two action comedy.

In this episode, I interview Ilan Israelstam, Chief Commercial Officer and co-founder of Betashares. Betashares is one of Australia’s largest financial services companies known for their ETF products. Founded in 2009, Ilan has helped grow the business to now have over $40 billion assets under management, over 150 team members and more than 1m clien…

In this episode, I interview Nick Morgan, Founder of Vudoo. Vudoo is a software company that enables consumers to purchase products wherever they see them online such as a article or video, rather than having to go to the company’s store. Founded in 2016, Nick has grown the company to now have 35 employees, raised almost 20 million in funding and a…

This week, Kelly makes Damian watch Celine Dion and Lady Gaga

In this episode, I interview Alex Naoumidis - co-founder of Mindset Health. Mindset Health is a Melbourne-based company that develop digital programs to help better manage chronic health conditions. Founded in 2018, Alex with his brother and cofounder Chris, now generate revenue of over $10 million annually with the company valued at $77 million do…

This week, Kelly and Damian chat about the new Ghostbusters instalment, that was panned by critics. How will our intrepid couple feel about the film? There's only one way to find out. Our hosts also finished season two of Welcome to Wrexham and watch the eighties sex romp comedy Bachelor Party (1984)…

This week it's a wrap (party) on Season 12 of Curb and of the show entirely. Kelly and Damian talk about their fave and not so fave moments of the series. Remember the show's motto, all spoilers, no facts. You can follow the show on Instagram @shouldwejustwatchitrealquick

In this episode, I interview Simon Bugeja, managing director of Lucia’s Group. Lucia’s started as Australia’s first Italian pizza bar founded by Simon’s grandparents ion 1957. Growing up in the family business, Simon found success by expanding into the retail sector and moved into producing and selling goods like pasta sauce, olive oil and pesto. B…

This week Kelly & Damian chatted about Andrew McCarthy's new documentary about the group of actors nicknamed the Brat Pack who rose to prominence in the eighties. Also some talk about Mel Brooks's History of the World Part II and the documentary I Am: Celine Dion

Damian makes Kelly watch comedian John Mulaney's new "Tonight Show" Remember to rate and review the show via your podcast player of choice.

In this episode, I interview Saxon Wright - co-founder of Huskee and founder of Pablo & Rusty's coffee roasters. Coffee lovers will be familiar with the Pablo and Rusty's brand that Saxon started in 2003 and still owns today. Huskee was born out of an idea to eliminate single-use disposable coffee cups and now employ 30 people and recently merged w…

In this episode, I interview Jordy Kay, co-founder of Great Wrap. Great Wrap is a material science company that has created Australia’s first compostable and environmentally friendly stretch wrap. Founded in 2019, Jordy and his co-founder Julia have grown the business to now have raised $30 million, employ 20 people, and are currently amidst expand…