Now it took a little convincing to get Matt on board. You probably know this already but NYC isn’t cheapest city to visit. So i did some points hacking on found a hotel right near the theatre the premiere was happening and a week before the event we pulled the trigger and booked flights and accom in New York!

Here’s how we spent 48 hours in NYC:

• 7AM flight out our LAX (pro tip book a car or driver in advance, it saves so much time and hassle). We also saw a coyote on our way to the airport at 5AM which felt like a lucky omen
• We flew LAX to Newark in New Jersey (because its closer to the West Side of NYC), handy flying hack, because JFK gets super busy and can be tricky with traffic depending on time of the day!
• Soon as we got to our hotel (Hotel Belleclaire) we dropped our bags, put on our walking shoes and headed to Zuckers for a bagel. I got the GF lox and Boss always gets this ruben style bagel with sauerkraut and cheese.
• Then we explored central park, The Dakota apartment building where John Lennon lived. Lots of notable celebrities have lived there from Lauren Bacall to Paul Simon. It was one of the first luxury apartments in New York, built in 1884. This is an apartment building that you can’t really rent at as each apartment is owned, ranging from 5-25 million!
• Theres also a part of Central Park called Strawberry Fields which is dedicated as a memorial spot to John Lennon, theres an amazing “Imagine” mosaic too, def worth a visit.
• Then we headed home, got ready to meet up with our friend Craig for a cocktail. We checked out a place in the Upper West Side called Wallace Lounge. it was lovely, we had a couple of martinis, lots of fun to catch up with a mate who’s out here living their dream.
• The next day we wanted to get to Times Square. But first Matt found a French patisserie and bought me coffee in bed, it felt like such a treat to sit in bed and plan out adventures for the day out.
• We got the metro (subway) from West 72nd street to 42nd street which took us to Times Square, where we found giant billboards of Dutton Ranch, i took a zillion snaps!
• Then we got another bagel because its NYC, this time i got smashed avo, tomato and cappers. With everything seasoning, it was delish!
• Next up, it was time to don on our best Western gear and head to the premiere. It was all so fancy, the red carpet felt like this awesome installation. Then out the front of the cinema there were little activations of Ranches and even the popcorn was branded Dutton Ranch.
• We got to watch the first episode (which was unreal), and Beth and Rip came into the cinema and thanks everyone for coming so it was a real treat. Its offical out May 15th on Paramount Plus!
• Then when it was over Matt wanted a late night slice of pizza and we headed home to bed.
• The next day I met a mate early for coffee at a place called Black Press, then boss and I went for a stroll at Central park before meeting more friends for coffee.
• Then we dashed back to our hotel, packed up and checked out, we still have a few hours before our flight so naturally we grabbed another bagel!
• Then we walked through Central park to the Upper East Side to get to the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum where we saw an exhibit called The Art of Noise, it was really cool and right up Matt’s alley. They had this immersive music room, that was my fave.
• then it was back to the hotel to make a mad dash for the airport, tip, traffic in NY is unpredictable so give more time than you think!
• We got home a touch before midnight last night, so there you have it 48 hours (or so) in the city that never sleeps, New York.

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Hope you love this LA episode!

Big love,

Lola

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Former Miss USA.

Keynote Speaker. "Her Voice Rising" is for women ready to be bold when learning to trust their voice & speak their truth.

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Lola x

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Matt's been working on a big US TV show called Marshals so I put him on the hot seat for a special behind the scenes of composer life!

Prior to that Matt's been composing on a bunch of Aussie and UK projects so you'll great to hear about all the different genres he writes cues for.

This is ep is great for creatives, dreamers and anyone with a passion!

ps. you can watch Marshals on Paramount + and CBS weekly! Here's the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FGKuQa6ulEQ

Big love from La La Land

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First of all; there’s news from the Fearlessly Failing pod camp, and we’ve moved homes. After almost 4 years at iHeart Australia we have officially moved to our new home Acast. It’s called migration when you change pod homes like this, and amongst the drama of it all, our pod disappeared from Apple Podcasts, so after 7 days of searching for a lost pod it's officially back, Apple Support saved the day and restored the some 850 episodes. So it’s with excitement and a fresh new pod zest that i’m excited to bring you along for the ride. Eps will drop in the same order: Monday long form, Wednesday hot seat and Friday LA diary. And you can listen wherever you like to listen to pods.

Next up; we saw an Aussie movie today. it’s getting a U.S. release and its called Kangaroo Island, it’s all shot in South Australia. Wowee this one is a stunner of a film but its def a tear jerker, so pack your tissues. It tackles grief, death, family dynamics and voluntary euthanasia. Just so you’re walking in prepared. It is so beautiful but also confronting and heart warming at the same time.

This week i’ve been lucky enough to tape 3 acting auditions, one was really fun. Here’s the thing though, i’ll never know how it was received unless i get a call back, so when i hit send i try not to give it another second of thought.

I also sent off a book pitch, if you’re new to my page you may not know that aside from acting and podcasting i’m also a nutritionist and have written 11 health and wellness books. So i’ve popped my nutrition cap back on in a sense for this book idea, so the pitch has been sent, fingers and toes crossed. Not that, unlike an audiuton i probably will think about again, because publishers are usually so lovely with letting you know if they thing an idea has legs or not.

Righto, onto the meditation: I set myself a goal to do 30 days of meditation in a row. Here’s how it went, now I was pretty resistant if I’m honest, I’m that annoying person who always thinks they’re time poor. Terrible excuse I know, but that was mine. With all that said, here’s what I’ve learnt:

- some meds are better than others (meds = meditations)

- some days I feel like a whimsical fairy when i meditate and other times I feel like I’m simply making a list of all the things that have annoyed me that day (no surprises if you know me, I have 4 Virgos in my chart)

- it’s a wonderful circuit breaker

- it’s made me realise how much unnecessary stress and worry I hang onto

- it’s given me the space to process things

- it’s helped me walk into stressful situations feeling more grounded

- it doesn’t mitigate fear but it definitely helps me welcome fear and the lessons it can bring

- am I going to continue? Hack yeah! New goal: 60 days in a row!

ps. totally seperate to mediating, i built my own website. I know - crazy right! I did it with the help of AI and honestly, it took me about 3 days and thats just because i’m a control freak, i reckon you could make one in half a day! Here’s my wesbite if you want to have a squizz: lolaberry.com

Righto, thats it from me!

Big love from La La Land!

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Lots of fun answers in here and wait til the very end for a great tip for any creative!!

Big love, LB

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We dive into his experiences with theatre, including a memorable story about stepping into a role with just 24 hours' notice. Damien shares his insights on resilience, AQ (adversity quotient) which wwas coined by Dr. Paul Stoltz, and it measures an individual's ability to handle difficult life circumstances and remain resilient, and the importance of having a supportive tribe.

Damien also talks about his podcast, The Resilient Actor, and how it's helped him connect with others in the industry. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone looking to build their resilience and navigate the ups and downs of a creative career. You can check out his website here: https://theresilientactor.com.au/ and poddy here: https://theresilientactor.com.au/podcast

This episode is for anyone with a creative passion on dream, hope you love it!

Big love, 

Lola

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Righto, I had a fun audition earlier in the week, where I got to play a bit of a meanie (and i dressed her in all pink, down to the nails). The audition came in at 7:04PM Monday night and was due by 11AM the following day. There's a saying that you become “audition fit” in LA because you do so many auditions, but i think its because you have to get so good at the fast turn arounds. I dont mind it but in Australia you usually get a good week to prepare and learn audition sides (scripts), where as here, it's so quick and to be honest, I dont think I'm putting up my best work. but I am throwing my hat in the mix, so I guess it's just the way different industries in different places work.

Found a cool new pod studio in LA to record from, it's a film and audio podcast space in North Hollywood and its brilliant. Its called Bear Punch TV and if you're ever in LA and need a pod space, its a goodie. They have multiple room options and have even built a fun green rooms for guests and hosts too.

I'm leading a yin yoga teacher training in Beverly Hills this month, I've led retreats before but never a full blown teacher training so thats going to be exciting. I'm currently preparing a lecture on the chakras, koshas and kleshas. Here's a little snapshot:

CHAKRAS:

These guys are like energy centres “Chakra” means “wheel” in Sanskrit. In yogic traditions, chakras are subtle energy centres in the body that regulate physical, emotional, and spiritual processes, and we have 7 of them, starting at the base with our root chakra and moving all the way up to the crown chakra:

• Root (stability, survival) red

• Sacral (creativity, pleasure) orange

• Solar plexus (power, confidence) yellow

• Heart (love, compassion) green

• Throat (communication) blue

• Third eye (intuition) purple

• Crown (spiritual connection) violet or white

Fun fact, they say you can use “colour therapy” to wear these colours to tap into each chakras energy.

KOSHAS:

Next up we have the Koshas, they translate to sheath or layer, i like to think of these guys a bit like the layers of an onion, the deep you go, the closer you get to the true self aka ATMAN:

• Annamaya Kosha – physical body (food sheath)

• Pranamaya Kosha – energy/breath body

• Manomaya Kosha – mind (thoughts, emotions)

• Vijnanamaya Kosha – wisdom/intellect and intuition

• Anandamaya Kosha – bliss or deep inner peace

KLESHAS:

Kleshas come from the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali and describe mental afflictions or the root causes of human suffering.

There are 5 main kleshas:

• Avidya – ignorance (misunderstanding reality)

• Asmita – egoism (over-identification with the self)

• Raga – attachment (craving pleasure)

• Dvesha – aversion (avoiding pain)

• Abhinivesha – fear of death

Other that that, I've ben hiking, working on a new book idea, looking for a new podcast home and self submitting for acting gigs. So the LA grind is on.

Oh and we also saw 2 rockets, apparently SpaceX launches satellites from California all the time, but we'd just never seen them before, pretty cool. I'll add a pic! I've also got an app (it's called Next Space Flight) now so I can track when they launch and watch it from out balcony. Pretty cool, especially if you've seen Project Hail Mary recently. Which I would give 10/10 stars so if you haven't seen it, def pop it on your list!

Big love,

Lola 

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We dive into Jillian's journey from writing and producing her first feature film (which features a blue tongue lizard) SAVING BUDDY CHARLES - you can watch it here for free: Watch - Saving Buddy Charles

We discuss the challenges of wearing multiple hats, from writer to producer to actor, and how Jillian learned to delegate and trust her team.

We also touch on Jillian's passion for creating content that tackles tough topics, like eating disorders, and her upcoming novel. In face Jillian has created an award winning short: The Noise, you can watch it here trigger warning, it does tackle the topic of eating disorders. 

This conversation is a must-listen for anyone looking for inspiration and behind-the-scenes stories from the film industry.

You can follow Jillian on insta here: Jillian insta

And TikTok here: Jillian TikTok

Big thank you to the local studio we recorded this episode at Bear Punch Studios in North Hollywood: check them out here

And here's my insta, stay in touch! My insta!

Big love,

Lola 

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Today's episode is the CREATIVE GO-GETTERS:

We have so many creatives on this ep! 

Dario Russo - writer and director of The Fox starring Olivia Colman, Sam Neil, Emily Browning and Jai Courtney.

Richard E Williams - writer, producer and director of Dead Eyes

Weston & Wade - creators and actors in Codependent (this is also the pilot that I acted in and matt composed on) 

Josh - director of his third feature film The Great Emu War 

Shu - jumped on to talk about her film 5 blind dates which is out on Amazon Prime now 

Barry Conrad - who's also an actor and was the mcee of Australia House @ SXSW 

Hope you love these chats with creative go-getters!

Thanks to AUSTRALIA HOUSE supporters 

Australian Goverment - Dept. of Foreign Affairs & Trade

Investment New South Wales 

Realtor.com

Big love, 

Lola 

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I'm excited to dive into my latest adventures, from catching up with a sweet little actor to exploring the beautiful streets of Santa Monica.

I'm also talking about my recent numerology journey and how it's been helping me understand myself and others better. Plus, I'm sharing some fun and easy abundance spells you can try at home, and I'm getting ready to co-lead a Yin Yoga Teacher Training in Beverly Hills.

It's going to be a busy but exciting week, and I'm so glad you're joining me on this journey.

Big love from La La Land,

Lola 

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Today's episode is all about BIG THINKERS:

First up we have Denis Skrinnikoff, the Chief Technology Officer of IREN, I learnt so much from Denis not just about the future of tech and AI but also about IRENs sustainable large scale data centres. Denis inspired me to lean into the future of AI and to grow with it, instead of fearing it.

Next up is Steven Marshall AO, President of the American Australian Association. What a brilliant human and voice. We talked about his role at the American Australian Association, his time as the former premier for South Australia, and the Port Adelaide AFL footy team of course!

Jason Brushe from Nvidia (now the biggest company in the world) was like sitting down with my own personal motivational coach, he's a straight up human, and I love what i love most about Aussies. What you see is what you get with Jason. He will inspire you to stay curios, fail forward, and to move fast.

Andy Stone is the Chief Brand and Culture Officer at the iconic Bluestone Lane Coffee and Old Mates Pub in NYC. He's a total go-getter! He'll have you wanting to set up your very own coffee shop! You can tell Andy cares about community and connection which is probably one of the resaons Blue Stone Lane is so successful!

Emma Lehnhardt is a really cool human on a mission, she worked at NASA managing the business operations of the 7 billion Lunar Gateway program, which is literally a mini space station that will orbit the moon. Emma is so passionate about space, she's even working on her very own Sifi novel, so watch this space!

Big thank you to the G'DAY USA Program's Australia House @ SXSW partners:

IREN
DFAT (Australian Dept. of Foreign Affairs & Trade) 
Investment New South Wales 
Realtor.com
Bluestone Lane 
X-BOW

Tune in next week for chats from the creatives at Australia House @ SXSW 

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I'm also diving into my yoga teaching journey, including a philosophy talk on chakras, koshas, and kleshas.

I'm excited to see the movie Project Hail Mary and I think that it will be my next book club book, by Andy Weir.

Tune in till the end for a little card reading too!

Big love, Lola 

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From navigating the chaotic festival to attending exclusive events and meeting industry leaders, we dive into the highs and lows of their adventure.

Lola opens up about her nerves and triumphs, including a VIP experience at Paramount Plus Lodge.

This episode a must-listen for anyone looking to take risks and push past their comfort zones. We both did panel talks, red carpets and met lots of new people!

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It was unreal to meet fellow creatives, attend panels, and enjoying the city's vibrant culture.

With a mix of excitement and reflection, here are my takeaways from the experience; including the importance of being adaptable (especially when it comes to podcasting) and the value of meaningful connections. 

We met some brill humans, if you get the chance to go to SXSW, defiantly say yes!

Big love,

Lola 

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We dive into all the fave hot seat questions! From his fave cities, from the magic of New York to the beauty of Sydney, and explore his passion for nature spots like New Zealand.

Stephen shares his top book recommendations, including David Mitchell and Arundhati Roy, and talks about his fave movies and plays, like Melancholia and The Crucible.

We also discuss the importance of being an audience member and finding joy in the creative process, rather than just being a creator.

Hope you love this hot seat ep! As always, if you like this ep please share with your buds and spread the Fearlessly Failing love. 

Your next episodes will be coming to you from Austin, Texas for SXSW Festival!!

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Today i'm chatting with actor, singer and dancer Stephen. We unpack his journey from drama school to landing roles in TV and film. We look at the differences between theatre and screen acting, with Stephen sharing his experiences on shows like Spartacus and Home and Away.

He opens up about the physical demands of playing gladiator characters and the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. My nutritionist brain loved hearing about the health prep that goes into this side of things!

With a career spanning musical theatre, TV, and film, Stephen's insights offer a unique perspective on the entertainment industry and the challenges of balancing creativity with commercial success.

Hope you love this chat!

Mega love, Lola 

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Gabriella shares her four pillars of communication, which can be applied to any area of life!

Pillars of Communication: 

• listen
• pause
• reflect 
• respond

Gabriella talks about the importance of prioritising values, especially when co-parenting. 

They also discuss the concept of "quiet quitting" in relationships and how it can be a sign of a deeper issue. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone navigating the complexities of relationships and anyone wanting to learning more about family law.

We also touch on Gabriella's next book The Good Girl Blueprint which will be out later this year or early next year! 

You can learn more about Gabriella here: https://thecollaborativeco-parent.com.au/

Hope you loved this chat! As always, if you're a fan i'd love it if you could share this with your mates and subscribe, that's what helps us grow. 

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I've been under the weather a tad with a lurgie. So it's all been about self-care, including yoga and a posture clinic, and is feeling more energised. 

We've also got an upcoming trip to SXSW Festival in Austin, Texas, where I'lll be podcasting with guest covering all and aerospace industries. I'm really excited to share my experiences and insights with listeners. Stay tuned for SXSW adventures

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We deep dive it all; from nervousness on the red carpet, and the fun she had meeting fellow Aussies like Jacki Weaver and having a ripper night with our buds.

Ian Thorpe was honoured, it was really cool to see his career over the years and hear him speak!

I also share all my prep process and tricks, from finding the perfect outfit to getting her hair and makeup done.

We hope you love this chat and celebration of all things Aussies in USA! 

Big love from Matt & Lola 

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They dive into the highs and lows of her career, discussing the importance of balancing creative passion with the business side of the industry.

Sana'a shares her experiences with rejection, the waiting game, and the value of having multiple projects on the go.

With honesty and humour, she opens up about her journey, offering insights into the world of acting and the importance of staying true to oneself.

You can follow Sana'a on insta here: https://www.instagram.com/sanaamilkshaik/

Big love,

Lola 

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We've been enjoying the rainy weather, it's so cosy!

I'm excited to dive into the week that was, from attending a listening party for Mumford & Sons' new album to celebrating Valentine's Day with Bosso.

I also deep dive my experience of filming an indie feature this week, where I learned the importance of being relaxed and present on set. 

Plus, like last week, i share my learnings from acting school, including the value of confidence and letting go of resistance.

It's been a busy week, but I'm grateful for the opportunities and connections I've made. LA is a city that truly never stops, so we're really leaning into that energy right now.

p.s Happy Luna New Year! Wear you red clothes for the next 2 weeks to help cultivate luck, prosperity and happiness. Bring on the lucky, driven purposeful fire horse year! 

Big love from La La Land!

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Our guest (my fiancé) shares their fave chocolate, which isn't what you'd expect - it's not a traditional treat, but a unique one that's special to them.

We dive into Valentine's Day traditions, from romantic gestures to simple, low-key celebrations.

In this chat we open up about what makes our relationship special, from thoughtful gifts to shared experiences.

We also talk about the importance of keeping things real and simple, especially when living in a small space. It's a heartwarming conversation that's all about what truly matters on this special day.

Thank you lovely Bosso for jumping on this ep!

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We delve into the origins of Valentine's Day, from ancient Roman mythology to the symbolism of the red rose.

Bosso also jumps on the poddy to talk about our own Valentine's Day traditions, including a fun night out to see a new movie and a romantic dinner.

We chat about whats important to us; kindness, thoughtfulness, and love in relationships.

I also share some fun facts and tips for making the most of Valentine's Day, from the history of chocolate to the power of random acts of kindness.

Hope you love this heart warming, wholesome ep!

Big love, from Matt and Lola 

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If you want to learn more about PR, comms and strategy then def head back and listen to Monday's ep, she shares so many ltitle nuggets of inspiration. 

Big love,

Lola 

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We break down:

What is PR?

How to land good PR?

How a news cycle can effect your PR 

The importance of relationships (your network is your net worth) 

Stragegy being the PR roadmap

And loads more. If you want to learn more about Alice then check out her business The Comms Suite here! 

You can also follow The Comms Suite on insta: here! And Alice herself: here!

Hope you loved this ep as much as me, share with any buddos who might find this helpful with their businesses or brands. 

Big love, 

Lola 

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We chat about his journey in the entertainment industry. From living in New York City for a ballet series to sharing his favorite spots in Australia.

Damon opens up about his experiences and passions.

He also shares inspiring advice for aspiring actors, including the importance of being nice to people and making their job easier. With a dash of humor and humility, Damon talks about his favourite movies, plays, and nature spots, giving listeners a glimpse into his unique perspective on life and career.

Damon also play Serge in upcoming play Art, it opens soon, kicking off in Sydney on Feb 10th! This will be a fun one! 

If you're in Australia, Art is touring in Melbs, Syds, Brissy and Adelaide (Damon's home town)! You can find out more about the play here: https://arttheplay.com.au/

p.s you can follow Damon on insta here: https://www.instagram.com/damonherriman/

and you can follow the play Art here: https://www.instagram.com/arttheplayau/

and as always, you can follow me here too: https://www.instagram.com/yummololaberry/

Big love,

Lola 

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We dive into his upcoming play, Art, and his role as Serge, a character who sparks hilarious and thought-provoking conversations about taste and friendship.

Damon shares stories about his time on set, including working on The Bondsman where he stars alongside Kevin Bacon and Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, working with Quentin Tarantino, Leo and Brad Pitt. Damon opens up about his approach to acting, career growth, and finding joy in his work. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone interested in the world of acting and creative pursuits.

If you're in Australia, Art The Play is touring in Melbs, Syds, Brissy and Adelaide (Damon's home town)! You can find out more about the play here: https://arttheplay.com.au/

It kicks off in Sydney on Feb 10th! This will be a fun one! 

p.s you can follow Damon on insta here: https://www.instagram.com/damonherriman/

and you can follow the play Art here: https://www.instagram.com/arttheplayau/

and as always, you can follow me here too: https://www.instagram.com/yummololaberry/

Big love, 

Lola 

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Big love from Tinseltown 

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They're sharing their thoughts on everything from their favorite Byron Bay eats to their advice for navigating the engagement process.

We're talking Byron coffee shop recommendations, beachside strolls, and the importance of being true to yourself.

With a dash of humor and a whole lot of heart, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking for a refreshing take on love, life, and everything in between.

Big love!

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We dish about the proposal, from the romantic beach setting to the surprise ring reveal.

We chat about our fave mundane habits, like Matt's morning coffee ritual, and how it's become a special part of our daily routine.

This ep is also for ring lovers, we also geek out over the details of our custom engagement ring, from the emerald cut and colour to the Art Deco style.

This episode is a heartwarming and for any of the romantics out there!

Hope you love it, big love 

Lola and my fiancé! 

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In this chat we (Matt and I) share our highs and lows from the past year. We ask each other the 7 New Year questions i learnt from Mel Robins poddy, here they are incase you want to give them a crack: 

Q1 - what were the low points of last year?

Q2 - what were the high points of last year? 

Q3 - what did you learn last year? 

Q4 - what are you going to stop doing? 

Q5 - what are you going to continue doing? 

Q6 - what are you going to start doing? 

Q7 - what's the most important thing? 

I love going through my phone album from last year and writing it all down on big pieces of poster paper. 

ps. if you want to learn more about The Brunswick Brunswick Heads where we stayed whilst recording this ep you can check them out here!

Big love,

Lola 

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Nick opens up about his fears, passions, and quirks, revealing a unique perspective on life.

From his love of sweet treats to his aversion to saltwater, Nick shares some surprising facts about himself.

He also talks about his favorite city, Venice, and how it stole his heart.

With humor and vulnerability, Nick gets real about his fears, including his phobia of syringes and needles. This episode is a hilarious and heartwarming conversation that will leave you smiling.

Big love, 

Lola 

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Lola 

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He recounts the highlights of Christmas with the Sofo family, including delicious meals and quality time with loved ones.

Noel also talks about his furry companion, Chet, who joined in on the festivities and even got to meet Santa.

The conversation takes a turn to Noel's daily life, discussing his love for nature, golf, and the local dog-friendly cafes. He also shares his thoughts on his goals for the upcoming year, reflecting on the past year's changes and looking forward to new experiences.

Hope you love this wholesome episode with my dadio! 

Big love, 

Lola  

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This ep was recorded from The Motley Hotel in Melbourne, and it's a wonderful place to stay if you're visiting Melbs! 

Thank you, the listener for tuning in and making this poddy possible! It wouldn't be here without you

Big love, 

Lola 

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Boss and I are getting ready to head to Australia for Christmas, and Matt and I are in a health and wellness mode to stay energised for our upcoming travels. I'm sharing my self-care routine, from daily yoga to green juice, and how we're setting intentions for a balanced holiday season. I also recap my recent events, including a screening at the SAG Awards and a fun activation with Tru Niagen, where I got to experience their amazing products and we even had an aura reading done.

Stay tuned at the end for an oracle card reading,

Big love from La La Land,

Lola 

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Today we share our top picks for a festive LA Christmas.

From the iconic Grove to the charming town of Solvang, these are some of our favourite spots to get into the holiday spirit. 

We're heading to Australia this Chrissy and looking forward t oa couple of things; family's Aussie traditions, including her dad's famous fruit mince pie connoisseurship and Matt's love of Kensington Pride mangoes. With a dash of humor and a pinch of Aussie charm, here's our  holiday must-dos in LA and beyond.

Big love from La La Land

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We dive into the magic of theatre, the importance of failure, and the power of collaboration. Owen shares hilarious and heartwarming stories, including a hilarious colonoscopy anecdote and a memorable encounter with Patrick Stewart.

With his kind and generous spirit, Owen inspires listeners to stay true to their passions and find joy in the journey. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone who's ever felt the thrill of the stage or the sting of rejection.

I hope this episode gets you into the Chrissy spirit!

Big love,

Lola 

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Lola x

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Join us as we celebrates six years and nearly 800 episodes of Fearlessly Failing, with a special year-in-review featuring my boyfriend Matt (affectionately known as "Bosso"). This behind-the-scenes look at one of Australia's most consistent podcasts reveals the journey from audio-only beginnings to their current video and audio format, all while navigating life and recording from Los Angeles.

From natural disasters to star-studded interviews, Lola and Matt reflect on a year filled with travel specials, conversations with creative powerhouses, and the evolution of their podcast philosophy. The episode offers a candid glimpse into their production process, with Matt (a composer who handles all the editing) sharing insights on sound quality and production value that have helped set their show apart.

Timestamps & Key Takeaways:

3:15 - Matt reveals his dream composing job would be dramatic feature films or TV shows
7:30 - The podcast's evolution from interviewing successful Australians to documenting real-life experiences
9:45 - Discussion of high-profile guests including Gabby Bernstein and Candace Fox
12:20 - The three categories of podcasts: "junk food" pop culture, educational content, and personal journals
17:40 - The importance of thorough preparation and research before interviews
19:30 - Why sound quality matters and how it affects listener retention
24:15 - Consistency in publishing schedule and why it matters to their audience
28:45 - Advice for aspiring podcasters: learn every aspect of production and be passionate

Whether you're a longtime listener or discovering Fearlessly Failing for the first time, this episode offers valuable insights into podcast creation while celebrating the authentic connection Lola has built with her audience. Listen now to learn what makes a successful podcast thrive for six years and counting!

Big love, 

Lola 

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Dive into a candid glimpse of Thanksgiving Day in Los Angeles through the eyes of an Australian expat. This episode takes you behind the scenes of American holiday traditions that differ dramatically from Christmas celebrations Down Under. Our host shares intimate details about navigating a health reset during the festive season, the unique quiet that descends on LA's normally busy streets, and the psychological preparation for returning to Australia for medical check-ups and family time. There's a beautiful moment of vulnerability as she reflects on her acting career journey and the wisdom from a director friend about waiting for that first domino to fall.

The contrast between American and Australian holiday traditions comes alive as our host describes candied yams topped with marshmallows and the absence of Christmas pudding that would be unthinkable in Australia. Between friendsgiving gatherings and swapping wine for mineral water, she's discovering how to honor health goals while still embracing the festive spirit.

## Timestamps & Key Takeaways:
* **0:00-3:30** - Thanksgiving in America vs. Christmas in Australia; traditional foods and celebrations
* **3:30-7:15** - Health reset during holiday season and planning for Australian medical check-ups
* **7:15-11:00** - Podcast schedule updates for the holiday season and upcoming Australian recording plans
* **11:00-14:30** - TV recommendations and career reflections on waiting for "one domino to fall" in acting
* **14:30-17:45** - Finding Christmas spirit in LA and preparing for upcoming festivities

Whether you're curious about holiday traditions across cultures or looking for inspiration to maintain health goals during festive times, this intimate diary episode offers both comfort and motivation. Listen now to experience Thanksgiving through fresh eyes and discover how to balance celebration with self-care during the most wonderful time of the year.

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In this honest and vulnerable episode of "Fearlessly Failing," I sit down with Hugh Sheridan, aka Australia's favourite son! The multi-talented Australian actor, singer, and dancer who captured hearts as Ben Rafter in "Packed to the Rafters." Hugh opens up about his journey from ballet school to NIDA, and the rollercoaster of triumphs and devastating rejections that have shaped his career.

Hugh shares raw stories of near-misses that would break most spirits - from being cast in Andrew Lloyd Webber's "Jesus Christ Superstar" only to have it pulled, to losing the lead in "Dirty Dancing" due to scheduling conflicts that left him running through the desert in tears. Despite the heartbreaks, including being dropped from "Hedwig" shortly after opening up about his personal life, Hugh's resilience shines through.

00:05:12 - Hugh's early years performing carols in his backyard and his journey through ballet school
00:19:30 - The life-changing "Packed to the Rafters" role and how Ben Rafter changed Australian masculinity
00:31:45 - The devastating "Dirty Dancing" rejection that became a pivotal moment
00:47:20 - Hugh's upcoming projects including "Tick, Tick... Boom!" and his Christmas album "The Merriest" You can listen to it here: THE MERRIEST
00:53:10 - Advice for creatives facing rejection: "Someone else is getting that role who needed it, and your role is still waiting for you"

Hugh's perspective on rejection is refreshingly generous - believing that when you don't get a part, it's going to someone who needed it more, while your perfect role is still waiting. His Christmas album "The Merriest" is out now, and you can catch him performing in "Tick, Tick... Boom!" and "Into the Woods" in 2026. Don't miss this masterclass in resilience from one of Australia's most authentic performers.

You can follow Hugh on insta here: https://www.instagram.com/hugh_sheridan/

And you can listen to Hugh's new Chrissy album on apple here! I've been listening to Mele Kalikimaka on repeat! It's unreal!! Listen here!

Big love, 

Lola 

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Step into the cozy, rain-soaked world of Los Angeles as this week's diary episode unfolds through spontaneous snapshots rather than the usual planned talking points. From the magical lighting ceremony at Rodeo Drive Christmas lights to an impressive two-act play in Hollywood, this episode captures the essence of pre-holiday LA.

The host shares their journey into a month-long health reset with their partner Boss—no sugar, no alcohol, clean eating—all while embracing the unusually rainy and dark LA weather. Between farmer's market adventures, Christmas movie dates at The Grove where it "snows" nightly, and exciting podcast interviews including Australian star Hugh Sheridan, this episode perfectly balances festive excitement with mindful living.

Timestamps & Key Moments:
00:45 - Rodeo Drive Christmas lights ceremony and dinner at Beverly Hills Air One
04:30 - Hollywood Farmer's Market adventures and thoughts on healthy eating in America vs. Australia
08:15 - Movie date at The Grove and experiencing the magical "snow" shows
10:20 - Interview with Hugh Sheridan and his new Christmas album "The Merryest"
15:30 - Upcoming Christmas-themed episodes and holiday podcast schedule
17:45 - Oracle card reading on the Scorpio full moon

Takeaways:
* The Rodeo Drive Christmas lighting ceremony is a must-see holiday attraction in LA, especially family-friendly since daylight savings means darkness falls around 5pm
* The host and their partner are doing a one-month health reset focusing on clean eating, yoga, and gym sessions
* Christmas-themed podcast episodes are coming, featuring Hugh Sheridan, Owen Teale, and Dennis Walter
* The Grove shopping center features "snow" shows at 6pm and 8pm daily through the holiday season
* The podcast will continue its regular Monday, Wednesday, Friday schedule throughout the holiday season

Tune in to experience this cozy slice of LA life, complete with holiday magic, health intentions, and the perfect soundtrack courtesy of Hugh Sheridan's Hawaiian Christmas song. Whether you're looking for festive inspiration or just want to join the journey of someone balancing celebration with wellness, this episode delivers all the warmth you need during the holiday season!

Big big love, 

Lola 

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Step into the world of mental health, pop culture, and personal growth as nutritionist and podcast host Lola Berry sits down with therapist, author, and podcast host Yana Firestone. In this intimate conversation, they explore the unexpected connections between therapy, anxiety, and our fascination with reality television.

Yana opens up about her journey through grief after losing her mother at 21 and how working at a coroner's court during Australia's devastating Black Saturday bushfires shaped her understanding of trauma. The conversation weaves through personal revelations about health anxiety, the mind-body connection, and finding resilience through life's unexpected plot twists.

Timestamps and Key Takeaways:

8:30 - Health anxiety and how our bodies manifest stress physically
15:20 - The importance of movement for mental health as a "circuit breaker" for anxiety
19:45 - How routine and habits provide control in an unpredictable world
24:30 - Yana's delayed journey to therapy despite being a therapist herself
32:15 - Finding the right therapist match and the courage to be vulnerable
38:40 - Elvis Presley as a comfort during grief and the spiritual experience of Graceland
44:10 - "Pop Therapy" - analysing reality TV personalities through a therapeutic lens
52:30 - The mental health benefits of travel, even short trips, as a form of self-care
59:45 - Managing energy as an introvert in an extroverted world

Whether you're struggling with anxiety, fascinated by human behaviour, or simply looking for ways to prioritise your mental health, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice. Yana's final recommendation? Find just one small thing to do each day that moves you forward - that tiny motion can make all the difference.

Listen now to discover how embracing our vulnerabilities and understanding our patterns can lead to greater resilience and joy.

Hope you love this chat with Jana, you can follow her here: https://www.instagram.com/jana.firestone/

Ans here's her website too: https://www.janafirestone.com/

Big love, 

Lola 

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Ever wondered what your favourite personalities would reveal under rapid-fire questioning? In this bite-sized episode of Fearlessly Failing Hot Seat, we get a glimpse into the mind of actor Thomas Cocquerel. From his preference for "very dirty" martinis to his family farm adventures chasing kangaroos on motorbikes, Tom opens up about the personal details that shape his life beyond the spotlight. His candid reflections on resilience as his superpower and his unabashed love for Indiana Jones reveal a thoughtful personality beneath the charming exterior.

This quick-hit interview format delivers surprising insights and genuine moments of connection. Whether discussing favorite cities, cherished nature spots, or who gets the first call when good news arrives, the conversation flows with warmth and authenticity that makes you feel like you're eavesdropping on two friends catching up.

Timestamps & Key Takeaways:
- 0:15 - Introduction and Tom's full name (with French pronunciation!)
- 0:45 - Food preferences: Sweet or savoury? Tom's ideal last meal
- 1:20 - Fave cities and the perfect martini (very dirty with Tito's vodka)
- 2:30 - Tom's special nature spot: A family farm in Orange with sheep, cattle and Easter gatherings
- 3:45 - Personal quality Tom values most: Resilience
- 4:30 - Theatre faves: "The Importance of Being Earnest" and "Guys and Dolls"
- 5:15 - Movie pick: "Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade"
- 6:10 - Book recommendation: "Cloud Atlas" - "six stories in one" that covers "everything that makes us human"
- 6:45 - Who gets Tom's first call with good news? Mum, of course!

Listen to this episode for a refreshing, unfiltered conversation that proves even the shortest episodes can deliver the most memorable moments. New episodes drop every Monday, Wednesday and Friday - subscribe now so you don't miss the next fascinating guest in the hot seat!

Big love, 

Lola 

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What happens when an Australian actor lands roles alongside Hollywood legends and discovers the stark contrast between drama school and real-world filmmaking? Thomas Cocquerel opens up about his journey from NIDA graduate to starring alongside Sarah Snook and Dakota Fanning in the psychological thriller "All Her Fault." which is out now on Binge in Australia, Peacock in America and Sky in the UK.

Thomas takes us behind the scenes of his career, from the surreal experience of filming "The Gilded Age" during COVID to working with Anthony Hopkins fresh out of drama school. With refreshing honesty, he reveals how he navigates the emotional toll of darker roles through music, creating character playlists that help him decompress after intense scenes. His journey through theatre training to television sets highlights the resilience required when scripts arrive last-minute and character arcs take unexpected turns.

Timestamps:
10:15 - Breaking down his character Richie in "All Her Fault" and the show's exploration of modern motherhood
15:30 - Getting into NIDA (Australia's prestigious drama school) on his first try
28:40 - The challenges of filming "The Gilded Age" during COVID restrictions
35:20 - Working with Anthony Hopkins and learning to shoot out of sequence on film and TV sets
42:15 - Using music to decompress after emotionally demanding roles
47:30 - Advice for young actors fresh out of drama school

Tom's insights reveal the stark reality of the acting profession - the gap between drama school idealism and industry pragmatism, the need for self-reliance, and finding joy in the audition process itself. His passion for visual storytelling and musical expression offers a glimpse into how actors maintain their creative spark between roles.

Listen to this episode if you're pursuing any creative field - Tom's advice about maintaining your sense of self while navigating rejection and uncertainty applies far beyond acting. His journey reminds us that resilience, adaptability, and keeping your passion alive are essential ingredients for success in any creative pursuit.

hope you love this ep as much as i do! 

Here's the trailer to All Her Fault: watch the trailer here

You can follow Tom on insta here: Tom's Insta

Big love, 

Lola 

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Righto, the week that was in Los Angeles!

First up, we have a full moon in Taurus vibe going on right now, so if you're having strange dreams that could be why. This is a little pre-mercury retrograde shake up, Taurus' don't like BS so use this full moon as a bullshit detector and let go of the stuff weighing you down.

I got put on hold for a show this week which was cool, they didn't end up booking me but still fun to get the email for an availability check. Feels like a bit of a numbers game, so surely something will lock in soon enough.

What I'm watching:

• I've been watching the old western TV show Tombstone. And I am loving it! It's set in the town Tombstone in Arizona (p.s its still a western town today). It was on from 1957-1960, starring Pat Conway and Richard Eastham its filmed in black and white, I'm loving it.
• We've also giving season 4 of Witcher a crack, we looooved Henry Cavill as Witcher so this will feel like a bit of a switch up with Liam Hemmy in the role, only a few eps in so will report back next week
• I've also just been sent a screener for an upcoming podcast interview with an actor. The screener for the show is called All Her Fault and it stars Sarah Snook.

What I'm reading: I'm reading a non-fiction book this week:

• Plot Twist: A Personal guide to surviving life unexpected curveballs. By Jana Firestone. I'm interviewing her over the weekend on my poddy so technically this is research
• I've also order the sequel to Blood of Hercules, its called Bonds of Hercules and I cannot wait, I'll start after my podcasts so I spend all my spear time researching.

Oracle card Taurus Full Moon pull:

• 1: Past: Break Free: Try Different ventures and experiences as a way to grow and learn.
• 2: Present: Positive Energy: Surround yourself with positive people and situations, and avoid negativity.
• 3: Future: Make a Decision: Feeling stuck or indecisive? Listen to your intuition and make a decision.

Big Love

Lola x

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Step into the world of Americana Halloween with Lula Berry and her partner as they share their first proper Halloween experience in the US. From donning Teen Wolf and Kill Bill costumes to wine tasting in full costume and navigating a 14-acre corn maze in the dark, this episode captures the magic of embracing new traditions and creating unforgettable memories.

Join Lula as she takes us on a journey through the charming Santa Ines Valley wine country, where adults love Halloween perhaps even more than children. Discover the quaint towns, boutique wineries, and unexpected Western shopping adventures that made their trip special. With tales of rodeo horses, airstream living, and celebrity sightings (Ryan Phillippe, anyone?), this episode is filled with laughter and cultural discoveries.

## Timestamps and Key Takeaways:
- 2:30 - Halloween costumes and wine tasting in full costume
- 7:45 - Exploring the traditional Americana Halloween experience in Ballard
- 10:20 - Navigating a 14-acre corn maze at night
- 15:30 - Wine tasting adventures at Donaka and Four Brothers
- 22:15 - Western shopping discoveries and cowboy hat etiquette
- 28:00 - New tattoo stories and matching longhorn designs
- 30:45 - Celebrity spotting outside Nobu's first restaurant

Ready for more fearless conversations and adventures? This episode perfectly captures how embracing new experiences—even when they take you out of your comfort zone—can lead to the most memorable moments. Listen now to get into the spooky spirit and be inspired to create your own traditions, wherever you are in the world!

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Emma Horn's infectious authenticity captivates from the moment she speaks. In this raw conversation  the actor, podcaster, and content creator reveals how sharing her most vulnerable moments online; from anxiety attacks to period struggles, has created a safe space for others. 

Emma's approach to mental health is refreshingly transparent. Rather than curating polished "after" moments, she films herself in real-time during anxiety attacks, creating content that normalizes the messy reality of being human. Her willingness to discuss taboo topics has fostered a community where people feel seen in their struggles.

Timestamps:
- 3:45: Emma discusses why she shares mental health journey in real-time
- 8:30: Breaking period taboos through honest conversation
- 14:20: Emma's acting journey and experience on "Class of '07"
- 25:15: Her approach to auditions and content creation
- 32:40: Emma's ADHD diagnosis journey and how it shaped her
- 40:25: Advice for aspiring actors and creatives
- 46:15: Oracle card readings reveal synchronicity and soulmate connections

Emma's creative philosophy emerges throughout: make your own opportunities, know your worth beyond bookings, and don't hold on too tight to outcomes. Her upcoming podcast promises to continue her mission of normalizing neurodivergent experiences and oversharing.

You can follow Emma on insta here: https://www.instagram.com/emmahornnn/

And TikTok here: https://www.tiktok.com/@emmahorn

Big love from La La Land!

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Righto, well this time last week we were in Wyoming living our best Western Cowboy lives.

This week has been getting back on top of work; podcasting and the fun stuff; accounting! And to be honest, it's taken me a little bit to get back into the swing of things.

No auditions this week but we've had mates over for dinners, been our for lunches and really filled up our social cups.

This weekend we're celebrating a dear friends birthday, then we're taking a week to bunker down and focus on work before heading away again celebrate Halloween! This will be our first time actually celebrating an American Halloween, so we're pumped.

On the work front, I'm meeting my acting manager this arvo, I'm looking forward to having a game plan for the rest of the year and Q1 of next year, nows the time to plan seeds for a ripper 2026!

p.s Where we record the podcast is also a co working space and film set, and they have actually birds from Alfred Hitchcock's 1963 horror-thriller movie called The Birds. 

Quick update this week, I honestly think we've just been recalibrating after such a fun non-stop time in Wyoming! I promise I'll have fun updated for you next week.

Big love,

Lola

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In this ep we reminisce about the unforgettable adventure through Jackson Hole and Yellowstone National Park. This special edition of the Hot Seat captures the essence of western living—from million-dollar cowboy bars to rare grey wolf sightings—while revealing how travel can strip away our everyday personas and connect us to what truly matters.

In this intimate conversation, Matthew opens up about discovering a renewed sense of self amid Wyoming's breathtaking landscapes. The couple shares their favorite moments, from savoring award-winning bison chili to branding their cowboy gear with personal initials. Beyond the travel tales lies a deeper revelation about finding freedom from others' expectations and embracing authenticity.

Timestamps & Key Takeaways:

0:00-0:30 - Introduction to the Fearlessly Failing Hot Seat format
0:31-2:15 - Favourite food experiences in Wyoming (Cowboy Steaks, Bison Ribs, Snake River Brewery's award-winning chili)
2:16-3:40 - Best spots for whiskey, including the Million Dollar Cowboy Bar and their special Yellowstone National Park edition bottle
3:41-4:15 - Coffee recommendations in Jackson Hole
4:16-4:45 - Most memorable animal encounters: bison and the rare gray wolf sighting
4:46-6:00 - Favourite nature spots, including Old Faithful and Taggart Lake
6:01-7:30 - Most cherished moments together, from Shore Buckers to the Cowboy Bar
7:31-9:15 - Discussion about different travel styles and Matthew's surprising sociability
9:16-10:45 - Reflections on how Wyoming inspired a desire for a simpler, more authentic lifestyle

Want to experience more of the magic of Wyoming? Listen to Monday's long form episode (episode: 772) for an intimate glimpse into how travel can transform our perspectives and remind us who we truly are beneath our everyday masks.

Big love, Lola 

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We spent 5 days in Wyoming, based out of Jackson Hole. We covered load; two national parks, food, whiskey, nature hikes, a spot of shopping and loads of animal sightings! So I've split this entry into 5 days, bit like a dairy entry. If you ever plan to traveling to Jackson Hole, The Grand Teton National Park, Yellowstone National Park, then this episode is for you!

DAY 1: Jackson Hole:

• LAX > Jackson Hole, Wyoming. The flight is truly about an hour and half, they tell your its 2 hours because you have to get a little bus from LAX to the regional terminal if you book via American Airlines, it didn't take up too much time at all, just something to be aware or.
• Hot tip: try to get seats on the right side of the plane for your flight in! The views are pretty darn breathtaking!
• Straight off the plane to the Great Teton Visitor Centre to get our bearings and local tips
• From there we went to lunch at this famous spot called Dornan's which has epic views of the Grand Teton mountains. It's known for its pizza and beer, we got both! Lots of GF options too. This is a great first stop from the airport.
• Then we went to Mormon Row which is a cluster of houses all with the mountains around them, super pretty. We were told to look out for moose in this spot but didn't see any (not yet anyway)
• Then we checked in to our cabin in town, its called The Rustic Inn, super sweet vibes on a creek, we loved it!
• We walked around town, the shopping is brill, so def leave room in your suitcase when you pack for this trip. Lees Tee's has the best value Tees, hats and merch.
• It had been snowing so it was pretty cold (but also stunning), just a 10 min walk from our accommodation.
• We stayed at the Rustic Inn which is located right at the entrance of town, you can literally walk into the heat of town within 10 mins, so easy!
• We walked back into town for dinner at the iconic Million Dollar Cowboy Steakhouse, we had a whiskey upstairs then went downstairs for a lovely steak, potatoes and Brussels sprouts.

DAY: 2 Yellowstone National Park:

• This is a big day, so if you can start early (we didn't start super early, but we also didn't get back til after dark)
• When driving from Jackson Hole enter at the South Entrance of Yellowstone, there's loads of signs so its really easy to follow getting there.
• Here's our tour guide, I got most of these tip from researching online how to do Yellowstone in one day. You can defiantly take longer, 3 days would have been perfect. But we just had the day and it was unreal. Yellowstone is the largest and oldest National Park in America
• We started with Old Faithful, its an erupting geyser and has loads of thermal pools around it, feels like you're on another planet! It only irrupts every 90 mins or so, so when you arrive find out when it's going to go off so you can time your hikes and gift shop visit around it (this gift shop is a goodie and because its end of season, it had some good deals.
• Then we drove thru the mud pools and more thermal pools until we got the the grand prismatic spring pool, this one was stunning. Pro tip, the air is hot and everything smells like sulphur, or as Matt said, it smelt like a giant fart. So just be aware that it kind of feels like you're walking through a party sauna, lol.
• You'll see loads of bison just chilling by the road and cars are often stopped to let them cross or just watch them, so keep your eyes out for wildlife.
• There's also heaps of lookouts and trails so feel free to spot along the way.
• When we went to Lamar Valley which is a great bison spot, it's different terrain to other parts of Yellowstone so you can out for ages at the animals just grazing in the valley.
• We also saw a super rare grey wolf, I was rapt. There's only currently 4 in the Wyoming area right now.
• We then high tailed it to Yellow Stone Grand Canyon which was unreal, there's lower and upper hikes here so you can see different vantage points of the canyon and waterfalls. Loved it, would def recommend.
• We drove down through Hayden Valley, where we saw more Bison's they looks so gentle and chill, and down seem to care about humans too much at all.
• Then we made out way to West Thumb which is linked to Yellowstone Lake and hot springs.
• We stopped at both to get piccys across the lake, so pretty and the sun was just starting to go down
• We saw a giant grey owl too, it was about the size of medium dog, massive! It's wingspan is 6 feet!
• Then we drove back to the Grand Tetons and to Jackson and saw both Elk and deer on the drive home. The wildlife is pretty active early in the morning and at dusk, so if you're driving at these times def keep your eyes peeled.
• We had dinner at a local brewery called The Snake River Brewery, I got bison chilli which was unreal and matt got a beer and a burger.
• 10/10 day!

DAY 3: Grand Tetons National Park:

• Today was the day I convinced matt to get up for sunrise, I had the alarm set and as grumpy as he was, he did it!
• We went to Schwabacher landing for sunrise, it was a little cloudy so we didn't get to see the cool reflection of the sun on the mountains and water.
• But what we did see were moose, 3 of them, a mum and a bub and another moose just having a snack. They're bigger than you'd think.
• Then we came back to the hotel for brekkie and to warm up
• Today was a big day of hiking, we did Jenny Lake which was lovely, saw lots of deer just chilling too, lots of hikes all around here. Also lots of bear warning signs.
• Then we went to Taggart Lake which was a pretty solid hike in forest terrain. The views were stun, I would say this is an intermediate hike, we loved it, Matt was a little over it at some points (he's not a mad hiker)
• We headed into town for lunch at DOG and had such a great burrito, up there with one of my faves of all time! Made super fresh with jalapeños.
• We had another browse of the shops in Jackson Hole and I got my very first proper Western Cowboy hat! It's Stetson and I love it! Now I just need to promise myself that I'll wear it loads, even back in LA!!
• We then has a whiskey tasting at Wyoming Whiskey which was so fun and delish, bought a bottle to take home, if you like whiskey then make sure you visit.
• Dinner was at a steakhouse called Local and everything was local which was really cool, cool chilled restaurant/bar vibes
• Then we had a whiskey at the million dollar cowboy bar next door and went for a night time stroll around town.
• We had a final nightcap at The Tetons hand fire pizza spot, they were winding up but had a cute little bar in the middle of the pizza shot, it looked like this place was an old theatre. We didn't get the Pizza but its what they're famous for.
• Then home to bed!

DAY 4: Grand Tetons National Park:

• We went to Oxbow Bend lookout today and saw a Beaver just swimming down Jackson Lake
• We then went to Jackson Lake tavern but it was shut for the season (we're visiting during the shoulder season so the odd thing is shut, but id say about 80% of things are open).
• This meant we went on to Colter Bay, which was a huge gift because we have this whole bay all to ourselves, its this stunning rocky bay with the mountains in the background, stunning!
• Then we headed back into tow and visited Presfonies; I love a pumpkin spiced latte and pumpkin maple loaf, they were both 10/10. Boss got a coffee and croissant
• Then we did one lucky last spot of shopping in Jackson Hole, I'm so glad we did because we found matt this unreal cowboy belt and I got my hat branded, matt got his belt branded too!
• Big thank you to Chip for helping us out with the personalised branding at The Beaver Creek Hats and Leather store.
• I got a few last pressies for Lee's Tees, the best merch and pressies spot, great value and its huge so there's loads to see!
• Best dinner: Gun Barrel Steak and Game House we started with artichoke dip, then has the bison ribs with garlic mash. I also got the local Wyoming Whiskey one lucky last time, and Bosso got a local beer. It was delish!

DAY 5: Jackson Hole:

• We headed back to Schwabacher's Landing to try to see the sunrise again, the first time it was covered in clouds, still beautiful but and meant to be because we saw 3 moose on the way back.
• So today we wanted to see if we could catch the sunrise there, the road down was closed (when it rains the roads get really wet and this road in particular had potholes, so we parked at the top and headed in on foot, and boy oh boy it was worth it! The way the sun reflects the mountains means that you can see the refection of the mountains in the snake river, so incredible.
• It was 1 degree in Celsius thats 40 degrees in Fahrenheit this morning so it defiantly feels like a snow town at this time of the year. And its only going get loads colder, the whole town will be snow covered before long!
• Then we headed back to our cabin for coffee, brekkie and to pack up before heading to the airport. When we were walking from our cabin to brekkie, we saw 3 deer just chilling on the property, very sweet.
• Wasn't ready to go home, but we cramped so much in our 4.5 days here and it was non-stop!

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Animals (bison, moose, elk, deer, beaver, great grey owl, and a rare grey wolf)
• Food: Gun barrel steak and game house
• Whiskey spot: The Million Dollar Cowboy
• Both national parks
• Flight in (so stunning, try to book seats on the right side of the plane)
• Celebrating our 40th birthdays and 7 year anniversary
• Getting my first ever Stetson Western Cowboy Hat
• Cannot wait to go back!

Yell out if you have any questions, hope you love this chat with Bosso about one of our favorite adventures to date! 

Big love from Jackson Hole, Wyoming!

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Step into the captivating world of costume design with Christopher Metzker, a creative genius who brings characters to life through fabric and detail. In this episode, Lola Berry explores Christopher's remarkable career spanning film, TV, and theatre. From crafting edible chocolate hats for "The Menu" to distressing post-apocalyptic wardrobes for "Fallout," Christopher reveals how costumes tell stories that words cannot. His attention to detail and collaborative spirit have made him a sought-after designer for major productions including "Chevalier" with Austin Butler and Matt Smith.

Timestamps:
06:30 - Behind the scenes of "Chevalier" and creating authentic 90s punk aesthetic
15:45 - The storytelling power of costumes and how they help actors access characters
22:15 - Creating the post-apocalyptic world of "Fallout" and sourcing unique materials
31:40 - The difference between designing for theater versus film/TV
38:20 - The surprising truth about edible chocolate hats for "The Menu"
42:30 - Career advice for aspiring creatives in the entertainment industry

Christopher shares invaluable insights about the balance between creativity and practicality in his work. "The process has its artsy-fartsy time... but at a certain point, the practicality has to become the thing," he explains. His approach combines meticulous planning with artistic vision, all while maintaining kindness that keeps him in demand.

Ready for a fascinating journey into how the clothes we see on screen help tell stories? Listen now to discover the incredible craftsmanship and creativity behind your favourite film and TV costumes!

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Ever had one of those days when technology decides to rebel against your best-laid plans? In this candid diary episode, our host takes us behind the podcast curtain, sharing the real struggles of corrupted SD cards and lost interviews. After six years and over 700 episodes, even seasoned podcasters face technical hiccups! But it's not all digital drama—we're whisked away on a journey through arthouse cinemas, literary adventures, and the excitement of upcoming travels, all delivered with authentic, unfiltered enthusiasm.

Timestamps:

2:15 - Podcast Mishaps: The frustrating loss of an interview with a Hollywood costume designer (who thankfully agreed to re-record!)

5:30 - Cinema Adventures: Experiencing the National Theatre's "Inter Alia" starring Rosamund Pike and discovering hidden arthouse theaters in LA

11:20 - Book Club Returns: Deep dive into "Blood of Hercules" by Jasmine Mass and upcoming reading plans including "Red Rising" and "Alchemized"

18:40 - Oracle Card Reading: Insights on simplifying life, mother healing, and the promise of synchronicity and unexpected abundance

21:15 - Australian Recording Plans: Upcoming podcast recording sessions in Sydney and Melbourne with a call for guest suggestions

Don't miss next week's episode—coming just one day later than usual due to travel—for what promises to be an especially exciting diary pod update! 

Big love from La La Land,

Lola 

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Ever wondered what makes an actor tick beyond the spotlight? Claire Lovering brings her genuine charm to this episode of Fearlessly Failing Hot Seat, revealing the person behind the performances. From her commitment to giving up fries for an entire year to her refreshingly honest take on career competition, Claire offers a glimpse into her world with humor and heart.

In this rapid-fire conversation, Claire opens up about her favorite cities (spoiler: LA might be winning over Paris), her genuine fear of heights, and why accountability matters so deeply to her. The conversation takes a delightful turn when she shares how her relationship with her actor boyfriend functions as a true partnership rather than a competition—where "his wins feel like my wins."

Timestamps & Key Takeaways:

2:15 - Sweet or savoury? Claire's year-long commitment to avoiding fries
3:30 - Favourite cities and beach spots, including shark encounters at Rottnest Island
5:20 - Confronting her fear of heights, including a stage-jumping incident that led to injury
6:45 - Claire's favourite quality about herself: her sense of humour and making her boyfriend laugh
8:30 - Favourite plays and movies, including "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf" and indie picks
10:40 - The supportive dynamic with her actor boyfriend: "We're a team"
12:15 - Advice for young actors: "I'm a human being who acts" - finding identity beyond the craft

Don't miss Claire's powerful perspective on maintaining your humanity in the entertainment industry. Catch her performance in "Play Dirty" on Amazon Prime, and tune in next Wednesday for another Fearlessly Failing Hot Seat episode that dives deep into the real stories behind success!

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In this chat we explore and deep dive not only her body of work but her most recent feature film; Play Dirty, so settle in as we unpack this awesome dream adventure!

Audition to Action: Claire Lovering's Hollywood Journey

Claire Lovering's journey from Australian theatre to Hollywood blockbusters is a masterclass in persistence and preparation. In this candid conversation, the actress shares her exhilarating experience landing a lead role opposite Mark Wahlberg in Shane Black's crime thriller Play Dirty. With refreshing honesty, Claire reveals how she conquered imposter syndrome on set and developed techniques to stay grounded amid the chaos of filmmaking. Her story is one of calculated risks, strategic career moves, and the courage to put herself forward when opportunity knocks.

From her acclaimed theatre work with Australia's premier companies to her breakthrough screen roles, Claire offers listeners a behind-the-scenes look at the realities of building an acting career. She shares practical wisdom about maintaining confidence in an industry filled with rejection, the importance of nurturing professional relationships, and her disciplined approach to performance preparation. Whether discussing her self-funded one-woman show or her techniques for staying focused on set, Claire's insights reveal the dedication behind her success.

Timestamps and Key Takeaways:

08:30 - Theatre vs. Screen Acting: Claire discusses her journey from theatre to screen work and how each medium has shaped her acting process.

15:20 - Landing "Play Dirty": The unexpected audition process that led to Claire's biggest Hollywood role to date.

23:45 - Preparing for a Major Role: Claire's detailed research process, from dialect coaching to Google Maps tours of her character's neighborhood.

32:10 - Breaking Into the Industry: Practical advice for new actors on creating opportunities, including self-producing work and building relationships with casting directors.

39:15 - Staying Grounded on Set: How Claire maintains focus amid the chaos of filmmaking, including her technique of avoiding video village and eliminating caffeine during shoots.

46:30 - The Confidence Challenge: Claire's strategies for maintaining confidence in LA's competitive entertainment industry.

Don't miss this inspiring conversation with one of Australia's rising stars making her mark in Hollywood. Claire's journey proves that with preparation, persistence and the courage to put yourself forward, dreams can become reality. Listen now to get the full story behind her success!

And you can watch the trailer to Play Dirty here, which is officially out now on Amazon! Play Dirty Trailer

You can follow Claire on insta here too: https://www.instagram.com/clairelovering/

Hope you love this ep! Big big love! 

Lola 

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Lola x

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Ever wondered what makes creative powerhouses tick? In this bite-sized episode of Fearlessly Failing Hot Seat, we dive into the mind of Philippa Cowley through rapid-fire questions that reveal everything from her chocolate preferences to her creative philosophy. This intimate conversation uncovers Pip's Scottish heritage, her love affair with New York City, and why ocean time is her non-negotiable daily ritual. Beyond the personal tidbits, she shares golden wisdom for aspiring creatives about persistence, handling rejection, and the power of collaboration.

Timestamps & Key Takeaways:

**0:30** - Introduction to Philippa Anna Campbell Cowley and her Scottish heritage
* Full name reveals family connections on both sides

**1:15** - Food preferences and chocolate comparisons
* Savory with a chocolate exception
* Preference for American healthy chocolate brands over Australian options

**2:00** - Favorite places in the world
* New York tops her city list
* Whistler holds special memories from her time as a ski instructor
* Bondi Beach gets honorable mention for its spectacular views and point breaks

**3:30** - Daily non-negotiables
* Beach time is essential for grounding
* Ocean breeze provides daily restoration

**4:15** - Career advice for creatives
* "Go after it" - take the leap toward dream jobs
* Be persistent with outreach
* Work on personal creative projects to showcase your unique perspective
* "Get really good at rejection" - resilience is key

**5:30** - Five-year vision
* Working on screenplay projects
* Embracing collaboration with other creatives

Ready to hear more insights from fascinating minds like Pip's? Don't miss new episodes of Fearlessly Failing Hot Seat dropping every Wednesday – where candid conversations reveal the human side of success and the beauty of fearlessly failing forward.

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Ever wondered what it's like to photograph Taylor Swift, Jason Bateman, or Prince William? Meet Pip Cowley, an Aussie photographer and creative director who's built an extraordinary career capturing some of the world's biggest stars. In this candid conversation, Pip takes us behind the scenes of her remarkable journey from Australia's Channel V to becoming one of the most sought-after photographers in America. 

Pip's story is one of bold career pivots and fearless creativity. What began as a passion for music photography evolved into commercial work, sports photography for brands like Nike, and eventually directing. Her ability to read human behavior and anticipate magical moments has made her the photographer of choice at events like the Grammys, where Taylor Swift personally called her over for photos, and the US Open, fulfilling her lifelong tennis fan dreams.

Key Takeaways:
- 05:30: Pip's transition from Channel V to New York without a job, and how a chance meeting at a party led to her advertising career
- 11:45: The art of capturing movement and working with athletes at events like the US Open
- 18:30: Behind the scenes at Global Citizen, working with Hugh Jackman and other celebrities for social causes
- 24:15: The unforgettable Grammy Awards experience with Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Lizzo, and Adele
- 26:30: Advice for aspiring creatives: persistence, personal projects, and not being afraid to reach out
- 32:00: How Pip stays grounded despite her jet-setting lifestyle
- 37:30: Pip reveals her exciting new venture into screenwriting

I hope you love this inspiring conversation about creative persistence, finding authentic connections in Hollywood, and the courage to pursue new creative challenges. Whether you're an aspiring photographer, filmmaker, or any type of creative, Pip's journey proves that with talent and determination, extraordinary opportunities await.

Big love from sunny Los Angeles, 

Lola 

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Lots to talk about this week!

Stay tuned for oracle card reading (at the end) 

The weekly round up:

• interviewed my photographer mate Pip Cowley (out Monday)
• Erewhon dates with Aussie in town Alice, of course I had to get her the Strawberry Glaze Bieber  smoothie
• Taught yoges in Hollywood this week
• Went to a 3 day wedding extravaganza (no piccys at the actual wedding) but was held at the iconic Hollywood treasure The Beverly Hills Hotel. The staff were telling us stories about Prince living there for a year, they said their favourite clients were Robin Williams and The Rock. 
• The welcome party was at this beautiful hotel too with lovely views of Los Angeles at nighttime, I haven't been on a Hollywood rooftop in such a long time, it reminded me of when I first came to Los Angeles and fell in love with those views.
• This week I filmed content for Tru Niagen which was loads of fun. You can check them out here: https://www.truniagen.com/ 

• I've teamed up with Tru Niagen @truniagen to talk to you about NAD+ and NR which is the key ingredient in Tru Niagen. It's the #1 NAD+ supplement in the U.S. and is backed by over 35 clinical trials and over 500 peer reviewed studies. Good news I've got a code to get you 20% off Tru Niagen, use LOLA20 at the checkout for a ripper discount. #Ad #TruNiagenPartner 

• Well i'm talking about things i'm loving, heres a link to my buddy David the Medium's live tour covering Australia and New Zealand, he's funny, witty and a very talent psychic medium. https://www.davidthemedium.com/
• And another talented mate Emma, asked me to write a feature on her substack, you can check it out here: https://substack.com/home/post/p-173780525
• Righto - that's it from me gangles! Speak next week
• Big love from La La Land 

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Lola x

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Linda Duncombe is the Producer and Executive Producer of the feature film The Queenʼs Jewels, and has had an incredible career before she started making films as the Executive Vice President, Chief Marketing, Data and Digital Officer at City National Bank, also known as “the bank to the stars." 

In this chat we talk about Linda's work ethic, Aussie roots and passion for film making. 

Linda has been voted 5 times by Variety as one of the most powerful women in Hollywood, and on top of all that; Linda has been awarded an Order of Australia Medal (OAM). She sits on the SAG-AFTRA and Grammys boards just to name a few!

Linda and I deep dive the business side of film making, and she has such great advice for anyone with a passion or creative dream! 

You can follow Linda's movie The Queens Jewel's on insta here: https://www.instagram.com/thequeensjewelsmovie/

And you can follow Linda here: https://www.instagram.com/lindy_loo10/

Hope you love this ep as much as I do!

Big love, 

Lola 

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Lola x

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The Bosso (aka my boyfriend Matt) interviews me about turning 40! And he turns 40 just 2 days after me so this is a joint celebration poddy ep, i hope you love it!

Hope you love this ep and all the birthday vibes!

Big Love

Lola x

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Timestamps:
00:01 Intro
02:30 Hydration tips and lemon water
04:15 Veggie variety
06:00 Cutting sugar & seed oils
08:45 Daily movement & sleep (this can be super gentle) 
10:30 Fresh air & decluttering
12:15 Keeping it simple
14:30 Habit swapping
16:45 Journaling & intention setting

Hope you love this Wellness ep! 

Big love, 

Lola 

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• Auditioned for a hemorrhoid cream ad: I was so excited when I got the casting networks email notification. I would be reading for a spin instructor, easy enough. I thought I better google the brand, turns out its hemorrhoid cream. Fun times for me! Still gave it a red hot crack
• Lovely. Do you know the first audition that I got when I moved to LA was an ad for vagina deodorant. I did the audition, didn't book it, but I still did the audition. I had to play a “fanny godmother” and dress up as a fairy then say “I'm your fanny godmother, and with my want explain and point to body parts as I say its a “whole body deodorant, safe to use on your feet, pits and privates.” In what order I'll never know, I didn't get the gig.
• Echo park farmers market on a Friday night no less, things like this make me love LA.
• Wine bar (chilled French red) in echo park, its called Dada
• Silverlake farmers market Saturday morning. Got this amazing dip called “the kitchen sink” dip from the stall called “The Brothers”
• A natural hike with may lovely friend who full sees me here in LA
• TV shows: platonic wit hath Rogan and Rose Byrne
• Song on repeat: Mumford and Sons Babel “Cause I'll know my weakness, know my voice. And I believe in grace and choice. And I know perhaps my heart is fast. But I'll be born without a mask” - From Babel by Mumford & Sons
• Here's the thing; LA is beast, it's wild, woolly, tough, brutal and hard. But in some weird messed up way, it rewards hard work, blood, sweat and tears. And you know what, its been one of those weeks, one of those weeks where the tears have flowed, the hard work has felt like its amounted to nothing, but bizarrely, in a good way, in a letting go, cathartic way. Its time to trust. In myself.
• Big love for La La Land

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Can you handle the heat? In this rapid-fire episode, podcast host Lola grills rising yoga teacher Meg with quick questions to uncover her most honest thoughts on life, laughs, and finding your unique voice. Get ready for lots of gems dropped at warp speed.

1:23 - Meg shares her favorite city (LA!) and nature escape (Joshua Tree). Both places align with the retreat location.

2:45 - Honesty and communication are non-negotiables for Meg in relationships. She can't stand avoidance and flaky behavior.

4:12 - TikTok cracks Meg up lately. Humans are frustrating yet hilarious.

5:34 - Legs up the wall is Meg's go-to yoga pose for a chill nervous system reset.

7:01 - Advice for new teachers: find your unique voice and style. Confidence comes from teaching in your own way.

8:22 - Having head teachers watch your class is nerve-wracking! But focus on your students and it'll go smoothly.

Use code CHILL50 for $50 off our upcoming retreat in Joshua Tree.

click here for retreat info!

Tune in next week for more rapid-fire wisdom.

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Click here for more info on the retreat

Get ready to chill out and relax with yogi Meg as we dive into yoga, breathwork, journaling, and more self-care practices. Learn how somatic movement helps you reconnect with your body and release tension. We'll also chat about the magic of Ayurveda, dharma, satya, and santosha. Plus, hear all about our upcoming wellness retreat in Joshua Tree—use code CHILL50 to get $50 off! This soul-nourishing convo will inspire you to give back to yourself. Time to hit reset.

Timestamps:

2:30 - What is somatic movement and how Meg got into yoga

8:20 - Ayurvedic medicine and philosophy

13:40 - Meg's favorite yoga words: dharma, satya, santosha

18:30 - Self-care tips: breathwork, stretching, journaling

23:00 - Our Joshua Tree retreat! Details and discount.

Discount code: CHILL50 for $50 off when you book the retreat!

Big love from La La Land,

Lola 

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The week that was in Los Angeles: 

OUR FIRST TIME VISITING SAG!

This has been a lovely week in Los Angeles! One of this weeks full of magic moments.

We went to our first ever screening at SAG! It was pretty special, we saw a screener of our mates feature film ahead of it being released. And the theatre at SAG is called the Meryl Streep Theatre. Then each chair has a different actors name on it, I was lucky enough to sit on the Matt Damon seat, Boss was on Julia Roberts and our mate Laura was on Ben Affleck, what a row! Apparently the names of people on these seats donated considerable amounts to SAG during covid. So the screening was loads of fun, we went to Barney's Beanery in West Hollywood afterwards to celebrate out mates! So surreal to see a movie come to life like that, so so cool.

Then on Sunday we went to this Emmy nominations party for composers, Bosso is a composer so this was right up his alley. It was this cool house out in the Hollywood Hills and 4 composers and a choir performed from upcoming Emmy nominated TV shows, I loved the music from Agatha All Night Long.

They also had a real life Emmy at this party, I made a wish on it naturally!

This week I also had a lovely dinner at The Holloway House (which is part of Soho House), I went there with my mate Pip and we had dinner on their rooftop, it was a lovely place to watch the sun set.

I also took a meeting at Los Feliz cafe All Time. This place is still one of my favourite places in Los Angeles, it reminds me of the cute cafes we have in Byron Bay, lands of outdoor seating and plants. Feels a bit magical you know.

And now I'm about to start working on 2 influencer pitches, I have two scripts due today for influencer campaigns. So that's a bit of fun!

No auditions this week, but I've booked 3 exciting guests for the podcast, I've been researching different podcast studios, I have 4 Virgos in my chart, so researching and planning is right up my alley.

That's it from me fam-bam. P.s if you're in LA and feel like a little getaway my yoga bud Meg and I are running a yogi retreat in October! Check out my last post for more info

Big love

Lola

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What's it like to run a successful podcast for over 6 years? Find out as Lola rapid fires questions at her boyfriend and business partner Matt Sofo. They cover biggest lessons learned, favorite guests, key moments, hot tips for podcasters, hurdles they've faced, and advice for aspiring podcast hosts. Get the inside scoop from these podcasting pros.

2:30 - Biggest lesson learned from the podcast
5:20 - Lola's favorite episode with actor Owen Teale
9:40 - Matt's favorite moments being in-studio and at guests' homes
12:30 - Hot tip - Don't get complacent, overprepare
15:20 - Hurdle - Learning all the tech/backend work
17:40 - Advice - Just start, don't wait for the perfect time

Key Takeaways:
- Running a long-term podcast takes a ton of work
- Staying present and in the moment creates best interviews
- Get comfortable learning editing and backend skills
- Start before you think you're ready

Want the inside scoop on podcasting success? Don't miss this rapid-fire interview. Hit play now!

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Lola and Matt take us behind the scenes, revealing their approach to booking big-name guests, handling difficult interviews, and staying true to their podcast's purpose. Lola stresses the importance of being "relentlessly honest" and only sharing stories that offer real depth and vulnerability.

This fun, reflective episode provides aspiring podcasters with valuable tips and inspiration. Lola emphasizes that podcasting requires immense work, but rewards those willing to stick it out. Her advice? Commit fully, protect your vision, and above all - tell the truth.

Timestamps:

0:01:30 - Remembering some of Lola's favorite/most iconic podcast guests over the years

0:08:15 - The challenges and pain points of podcasting

0:19:30 - What's worked well for the podcast and Lola's tips

0:29:45 - Behind the scenes stories and reflections

0:39:00 - Parting words of wisdom for aspiring podcasters

Lola and her producer Matt aka Bosso have poured their hearts into Fearlessly Failing for the past 6 years - and have 748 episodes to show for it! Tune in to hear the hosts reflect candidly on their podcasting journey. You'll laugh along with their stories and walk away feeling inspired to start your own creative passion project. What are you waiting for? Hit play now!

Big love! Lola and Matt 

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Righto Fam!

I have a really exciting update for you… Something for the heath nerds and yogis!

But first things first, lets have a little wrap up of the week; I've been crook all week, fighting some kind of lurgy, so my days off have been spent in bed, eating copious amounts of chicken soup, handmade by the Bosso of course.

On the plus side, I'm slowly coming out of it, and the downtime has meant I've been able to chip away at my American taxes, which feel like learning a foreign language, its so different to back home in Australia.

So it's safe to say, I haven't done a single audition this week, but thats ok, I'd be no good to anyone sounding snotty.

Now for the exciting stuff, I'm running a yoga retreat in Joshua Tree in October with my mate Meg. It's a 3 night, 4 day retreat in October. Thing, yoges, hiking, cacao ceremony, breath work, somatic movement, lovely nourishing food and that stunning Joshua Tree backdrop.

Imagine waking up to desert light streaming through your window, moving your body in a gentle morning yoga flow, sharing nourishing meals with a small, supportive group, and feeling your nervous system finally exhale.

This retreat is your permission slip to rest.

Join us in the magical landscape of Joshua Tree for a weekend designed with one intention: Rest and relax.

Life is full — sometimes overwhelmingly so. This retreat is our way of creating space for you to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with yourself without distraction.

We'll weave together yoga, breathwork, connection, and the natural beauty of Joshua Tree to nourish your body, mind, and spirit. You'll leave feeling lighter, clearer, and more grounded — with memories of laughter, stillness, and shared moments under the desert stars.

Your experience will be fully supported from the moment you arrive:

Daily yoga  flow +  yin to energize and restore
Somatic yoga  to tap into your nervous system and release
Breathwork to clear your mind and open your heart
Community hike through Joshua Tree's breathtaking trails
Sauna & cold plunge contrast therapy for deep reset
Pool time — perfect for sunny afternoons or magical starlit swims
Cacao ceremony & sound bath to soothe your soul
Ample downtime to nap, journal, read, or simply be
Three nourishing meals per day — with love and intention

Here's the link, if you're interested, it's on from October 2nd-5th and we will have day passes available too.

https://unfoldyourdharma.com/returnretreat

p.s I just pulled you an angel oracle card for today and here's what you got: “Devine Magic: Extra magical energy surrounds your situation right now. Expect miracles.”

Look out for Monday's ep! 6 years of podcasting!! Can you believe it's been 6 years of the Fearlessly Failing podcast? To celebrate we're taking a walk down memory lane, revisiting our favorite episodes and biggest lessons we've learned along the way. 

Big love,

Lola

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What does it take to fearlessly chase your dreams? In this rapid-fire interview, Lola gets vulnerable with director, writer and executive producer Joshua Friedman on fearlessly failing, finding confidence, and living authentically.

Joshua shares his daily rituals, biggest inspirations, and advice for aspiring creatives who want to turn their passion into a career. Get ready to be motivated.

2:30 - The key to avoiding imposter syndrome
5:15 - Why you should take action despite fear of failure
7:45 - Joshua's daily non-negotiable routine
9:30 - The mindset shift that changed Joshua's career

Dive deeper into Joshua's journey by listening to the full episode. Don't miss this honest, heartfelt conversation.

Big love, 

Lola 

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Josh reveals how a chance beach encounter sparked his imagination and inspired the movie's treasure hunting plot. We get the inside scoop on creating the original short film as a "proof of concept", and the challenging but rewarding journey to making a full-length feature film.

The exotic Bahamas backdrop was actually filmed in the Dominican Republic, and Josh describes how the stunning natural landscape was the perfect setting for this swashbuckling tale.

Josh has some great advice for new directors, writers and creatives. He also shared his secrets about what reinsures him when he needs a creativity boost, guess what its free and very easy to get to!

Timestamps:

2:30 - How Josh met a local treasure hunter who regaled him with legends of lost Spanish gold.

5:15 - Transforming a kernel of history into a fictional adventure movie.

8:45 - Using a short film to prove the concept and pitch a bigger feature version.

12:30 - Scouting locations in the Dominican Republic to match the script's Bahamas setting.

Key takeaways:

- Movies can emerge from the most unlikely places - even a chance beach chat with a stranger!

- Short films are a great way to build proof of concept for bigger projects.

- Picking the perfect filming location is crucial for transporting audiences into the movie's world.

So swab the decks and get ready to dive into a rip-roaring yarn! Listen now to hear Josh recount this epic movie-making journey.

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Lola x

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How to PODCAST with Claire Rozario: 
Ever wondered about podcasting? or had an idea for a pod but not too sure where to start or what to do. Well my podcast manager Claire Rozario and I have your back. 

So strap yourselves in for podcasting 101! Here's some really cool things i learnt in this chat:

• the difference between branded content Vs independent content
• formatting
• genre
• podcast longevity
• what keeps your shows spark alive
• common podcasting mistakes
• the future of podcasting
• advice for people who want to start a pod
• 
  Hope you find this chat as beneficial as I did!
  You can follow Claire here: https://www.instagram.com/claire_rozario/
  You can follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/yummololaberry/
• Big love,
  Lola 

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Today I'm popping on my yogi hippie hat and talking to you about the Lion's Gate Portal: 

8:8 Lion's Gate Manifestation portal

Righto, this is more of a hippie spiritual update but today is the Lion's Gate Portal. It's the 8:8 Manifestation portal.

Quick little update of the week that was here in La La Land; I auditioned for the role of a nun yesterday, it was lots of fun, comedic commercial, I did it in both an Aussie and American accent and it's the first time I submitted 1st takes, I didn't look at them, just hit submit, kind of freeing really.

I've also been teaching a bunch of yoges and to be honest, what I'm about to talk about here is how I'll be theming my classes this weekend, so let's dive into the magic of the 8:8 Manifestation Lion's Gate Portal!

So today its the 8th of August, 2025. In Astrology its said to be a really lucky day for manifesting. It's called the Lion's Gate Portal. In numerology 8's are all about manifestation too; they're linked to abundance and infinite power.

On top of all this we're in a 9 year, so its a big year for transformation, shedding the old you and stepping into who you truly are.

This is all about catch and release; catch what you want to bring in and manifest and release anything thats holding you back, limiting you or blocking you from bringing amazing things in.

Think of this time as an opportunity to light your heart up, this is all happening in the fire sign of Leo, a sign that really goes for it, knows their worth and has a strong sense of self belief so tap into that.

We also still have 4 planets in retrograde; Saturn, Saturn, Neptune and Pluto. So we want to stay clear, honest and grounded in our manifestations.

During Lion's Gate Portal we have the rising of the star Sirius, its one of the brightest starts and its said to be connected to our souls, which is why that during this time you might feel connected to your intuition, have creative and emotional breakthroughs.

So in a nut shell, set aside some time, pull out a pen and paper, light a candle (Leo energy) and make a list of eventing you want for your life if there was no obstacles, lets bring in watch you want to catch. Then right a list of the stuff thats holding you back, and be brutal with yourself, and you guessed it, thats the stuff we've got to get you releasing.

As Terry (my therapist) says; “Lola, its time to draw a fuck-it line in the sand.” And this Lions Gate Portal is just that, the perfect time to not hold back, to get so clear on your intentions and make bold moves to get exactly where you want to go.

You've got this, be brave, its time to fan thats flicker of a flame in your heart and turn it into a wildfire!

Big love from La La Land!

Lola

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Lola x

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This weeks Ep is out travel guide to Santa Barbara, Ynez Valley and Beyond.

Boss joins me as we cover some of our fave places we discovered on our recent adventure to Santa Ynez Valley! In this chat we talk about: 

• Santa Barbra (we had no idea that this was a cute College town) 
• Solvang (a Danish Christmas town)
• Los Olivos (our fave) 
• Calabasas (naturally, we had to try the Erewhon in Calabasas)
• Honourable mention to Ojai too (if you want more info on Ojai we recorded a travel special specifically of this area when we stayed in Ojai last year, its episode #613 if you're keen) 

Big Love

Lola and Matt x

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I AM AN ACTOR

This week I saw my therapist and and this is the sentence he got me to write down; I am an Actor, and gave me homework; for one month I am to live this mantra, to fully embrace being an actor.

You see, self doubt creeps in more often then I'd like to admit, and during our therapy session this past week. Terry (my therapist) said; “There's a part of you that doesn't believe in yourself as an actor.” Tough pill to swallow, but he was right, I didn't.

Being an Aussie in LA means we constantly undersell ourselves because of the tall poppy syndrome that's baked into our culture. Put plainly, this means that if you celebrate your wins too much you'll be cut down. And American's literally have no concept of the idea, at all. It's absurd to them, and I kind of love it. It's taken a lot of getting used to but it really means that you've got to kick that self doubt to the curb. It's the only way to thrive in America.

So with all that said, back to my awesome therapist Terry, he said; “Lola, you need to see yourself as an actor, and nothing else. You're an actor with an awesome podcast. You're an actor who's written a bunch of books. You're an actor who knows heaps about nutrition and yoga. You're an actor.”

So here goes: I am an actor.

Big Love

Lola x

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Hope you love this episode, and if you haven't listened to it yet, our full chat came out on Monday and our first ep is #390 which we recorded 2 years ago

Big love friends!

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Welcome back to the pod Monty Franklin; Aussie stand up comedian, actor, writer, producer and director. Monty was a guest on the pod a couple of years ago, you can go back and listen to that ep if you feel like it, it's episode #390 and in that chat we talk lots about the worth ethic needed to have success in the arts here in America. 

Today's chat was about finding the balance and love for things outside of the work dream. And how taking time for yourself actually makes you clearer and more focused on your goals. 

Monty is about to kick off a global tour starting in America, then off to the UK, Japan, Hong Kong, then his Aussie leg kicks off.

You can get more info about his tour here: https://www.montyfranklin.com/gigs-1

And follow him on insta here: https://www.instagram.com/montyfranklin/

Monty, you're a good egg, look forward to the next instalment of you jumping on the pod! 

Big love - Lola x

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Los Angeles Actor Diary 

Self motivation. That's the stuff that can get tricky if you're having a down day or you've had a week of no auditions. And the truth is, that this week there's been no auditions, but the podcast has been really exciting and busy here in LA so I've found that the pod is letting me throw myself creatively into prepping and researching up coming guests. The podcast has keep me motivated and propelling forward. As we near Fearlessly Failing's 6th birthday I feel more and more grateful that this podcast exists. It's been a passion project that keep giving back to me, especially when I need that little glimmer of light to keep me staying on course and focused on the dream.

So thank you to anyone out that who listens to the podcast, it's such a cherished part of my life that wouldn't exist without you, the listener. And if you haven't listened to it before, it's called Fearlessly Failing with Lola Berry and you can listen to it wherever you listen to pods (apple, Spotify, iheart radio app, you name it).

So this week, all in all has been a positive one. Let's start with the Aussie Christmas party; it was huge! 250 people for lunch on Santa Monica Pier, then it turned into a wild afterparty that 1500 attended. The highlights for me were catching up with lots of lovely Aussies I hadn't seen for a while and the Aussie food. The menu was headed up by two Aussie Chefs living here in America (Dan Churchill and Monty Koludrovic) and the steak was the stand out for me.

I actually ran into this week's pod guest at the Aussie Chrissy party, Monty Franklin (who's been on the pod before) but we got chatting and he came back on the pod ahead of his global tour, he's got a brill movie he's working on too. Episode comes out Sunday arvo American time, Monday morning Aussie time. If you're an ambitious creative then this is the ep for you. He's honest, frank and loves being an Australian.

Then we caught up with out mates for dinner Monday night, Matt made an Italiano feast with days worth of left overs from homemade focaccia to fresh biscotti from scratch. It was really nice to just have a chilled dinner and hang with mates and their pups.

I've been trying out a new local yoga studio this week too, its called One Down Dog and there's 3 locations across LA, def work a visit if you're in Los Angeles and missing yoges, they have 3 week passes for $79

Speaking of yoges, my friend (and fellow yoga teacher) Meg and I are putting our minds together to lead a yoga retreat later in the year in Palm Springs. We're just in planning mode at the moment but I think it will be lots of fun, I'm about to focus on the menu ideas after I finish this diary entry. So I'll keep you posted, but its shaping up nicely.

This week's read: my friend Alex lended me this book: Amid Clouds and Bones by Ella Fields, I'm 3 chapters in an loving it, this fantasy faeries and it's shaping up to be enemies to lovers. So far, so good. I'll report back.

We're off to Santa Barbara tomorrow, we've never been but out neighbours have a ranch there so we're looking forward to our weekend adventure! I'll let you know what it's like and might even have to create Santa Barbara travel guide podcast episode, some sweet friends have given me such great recommendations.

Righto, thats my week in lovely Los Angeles!

Big love - Lola

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Lola x

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The week that was…

Righto cool things that happened this week:

I got an audition for a nurse, I've just submitted the tape, it's for a commercial, I got to play a nurse for a little while, the script was heartwarming too, it's between the nurse at a school helping a kiddo out.

As you probably know by now, I teach a fair bit of yoges here in LA but yesterday I got to teach at a new studio, a little closer to where we live and it was so much fun and so nice to connect to the local community.

I'm committed to trying all my local yoga studios over the next couple of weeks, I love exploring all the different yoga schools, communities and teachers.

Matt and I have binge watched the TV show Fall Out (its on Amazon Prime), the set and costumes were off the chain. It's scored a bunch of Emmy noms this week too.

Then we've stated the new Lena Dunham show on Netflix Too Much, it feels like a dark comedy, its quirky and witty and we're really loving it.

In my down time this week I've been business cutting audiograms for upcoming podcast eps. Next week we have JMo, Aussie Journalist who's just bought a book out called Mental as Anyone.  He has a really successful pod too.

Speaking of pods, in Australia I'm signed to iheart radio and I did an event around mindfulness for them a little while ago, but I wanted to share the artwork for the event here. Sometimes I just do the thing and forget about it, but this was a fun one so here's a little bit about it.

And finally, this weekend we're going to Aussie Christmas in LA, you see Christmas time in Australia is always in the Summer so 2 Aussies (Scott Tweedie and Jess Staats) created one big lunch and part for Aussies living in LA to celebrate Christmas in July (and American Summer, just like back home). It's been going on for 5 years but this is my first time attending. The lovely Alexandra Stone, designer and creator of label Zandra Stone has sent me a lovely Summer dress to wear to the event so I feel very lucky.

Righto, that's it from me fam, big love,

Lola

p.s here's the recipe i promised! It's from one of my books: The Happy Life

Blueberry muffin smoothie:

Intro: I love making smoothies full stop, but I really love making smoothies that taste like a treat even thought they're loaded with so many health goodies!

Serves: 2

Ingredients:

1 cups of frozen blueberries

1 cup of cashews

1 tablespoon of maple syrup (or coconut nectar or honey)

½ a fresh vanilla bean, or a pinch of powdered vanilla, or just a ½ a teaspoon of extract

2 cups of almond milk (hazelnut milk works really well too)

Topping:

1 teaspoon of almond meal

1 teaspoon of dried blueberries

Method: Pop everything into the blender, and depending on the season the berries may need a little more sweetening so have a taste before you pour it up, then top with almond meal and dried blueberries

Big Love

Lola x

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In this episode we talked about 2 of her latest books and one of them being optioned for Apple TV and just before we hit record on this episode it was announced that Ridley Scott's production company Scott Free Productions had signed on to produce her latest book High Wire. 
In preparation for this podcast I was stuck i the Byron Bay cyclone and it ended up being the perfect time to read both of Candice's newest releases; High Wire and 2 Sisters Murder Investigation. The latter was set in LA so we talked lots about Candice's time living in LA too. She's one of the best storytellers i've ever met. You're in for a real treat.

You can get copies of her books here: https://www.candicefox.org/books

You can follow along all of Candice's adventures (and saving animals) here on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/candicefoxauthor/

Big big love and Candice here's to being brave and not overthinking things!

Big love, 
Lola 

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This weeks thoughts (plus oracle card reading at the end!

It's funny how as an actor some days it feels like you're in a contact state of failure, with absolutely no light at the end of the tunnel. Then there's days when everything feels possible, it's like this indescribable energy that only comes when you're truly going after your dreams.

Yesterday I felt flat, sure I can blame it on the full moon in Capricorn but lets be real, I feel flat when I'm not actively working towards my dreams. And these hasn't been as many auditions this week. Which logically I know I s completely normal because LA is notoriously quiet in the Summer months as people escape and soak up a Euro-Summer.

And today I feel really positive, like anything is possible again. And nothings changed other than I made it to a yoges class and had a meeting with my acting manager. But nothing changed on the work front, there's been no new auditions, I haven't magically scored a role I the next Quinton Tarantino feature film.

So I say this to say, is it all then just perspective and giving ourselves time to process, feel and experience all the things?

I had a Canadian roommate teach me a cool saying, well she was less of a roommate and more of a took me in when I had no place to stay in LA friend. Whenever either of us would have a rough day she'd day “Lola, tomorrow we'll have a fresh mitt.” Meaning it's a fresh start tomorrow. So maybe thats all I needed, a fresh mitt, a new day.

Today, I was reminded of an old dream I had, and lived. Someone sent me a piccy memory on instagram from my old smoothie bar in Melbs I used to own. It was called “Happy Place Lola Berry” and we'd say happiness is real when its shared. That became the motto of our little smoothie bar.

It's so strange to think back to this time, we had a smoothie bar 10 years ago and it was such a source of happiness and vibrant energy for 3 years. I remember selling it was such a hard choice for me to make; I was really emotional, and I was most sad about losing connections with the staff, customers, and partners in the business. It was such brilliant lesson to learn in my 20's. I was full of passion and drive but I lacked logic and the patience to study the P&L at the end of each day. Since then I go into business with a different perspective, I try to see the whole picture and I'm not afraid to ask for help if I don't understand something.

How does all of this help me today? Well, I think it's taught me that yes passion, tenacity and drive are important, but you also need logic, steadiness and to be grounded even whilst chasing the big dreams. I guess thats spoken like a Virgo Sun & Moon with Sagi rising, lol earth with fire.

Anyway, working on a smoothie bar dream was lovely and here's some piccys of this adventure:

Big love,

Lola

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We talked about his radio career, the highs and the lows. Mitch was let go from ARN late last year and he talked about the shock and sadness of that experience. But he also talked about some of the gifts, in that it's helping him look at his other big scary goals.
His brilliant theatre and improv training in America and we dreamed up some pretty exciting things for his future. Mitch is one to watch, having already had such a celebrated career in radio, I know this is just the beginning. You heard it here first, he'll be doing more stand up and acting before we know it. 
Mitch, keep going my friend, you are absolutely wonderful and most importantly, know that you are one talented entertainer! 

This ep is for anyone with a creative dream.
Follow Mitch on insta: https://www.instagram.com/mitchchuri/
and Tiktok here: https://www.tiktok.com/@mitchchuri
Big love,
Lola 

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Here's all the things I got to do over the last week living in Los Angeles: 

“I am back to accept all roles immediately, I can pick and choose what role I want to play and am sought after and contacted for several roles continually. Divine order. Divine order. Divine order.”

My psychic friend Denise taught me this and whenever I feel flat to rest this phrase over and over. And can I tell you, I do! More often that I might like to admit.

This week's been a mixed bag; I did such a fun self tape as a nurse for a procedural drama, it was so much fun. The second I put the scrubs on I got nervous, but like good nervous if that makes sense. Fingers and toes are crossed, would love this one to come to life.

I've also filmed a fun influencer campaign for a place I already love, it's a health spot called Erewhon and a new smoothie launched this week in collaboration with Travis Scott and Magic Mind, so I got to go in, test it out and make a reel.

Then on the days I don't have auditions or filming commitments I feel less productive which is total BS. I'm such an A-type and completely addicted to getting shit done. The Summer in Los Angeles is notoriously shitty for actors because everyone heads away for a Euro Summer. But I remember last year thing really picked up in September so i'm using this time to get myself feeling ready for the opportunities that will come.

I have also discovered another Mumford & Sons song that I absolutely love; it's called October Skies and its from their “Delta” album. 10/10

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Her 3 highlights were:

1. Seeing Denzel Washington in Othello on broadway in NYC
2. Seeing George Clooney in Good Night and Good Luck on broadway in NYC
3. Visiting Graceland with me!

Big Love

Lola x

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Joshua Tree, Palm Springs & Pioneertown

Joshua Tree is a haven Matt and I love to escape to when LA starts to feel all a bit too much. So here's a few of our fave Joshua Tree things we were able to do with Mum while she's been visiting America.

1. LUNA BAKERY
2. PIONEERTOWN
3. PAPPI & HARRIETTES
4. MAJOVE FLEA
5. TINY PONY

Luna Bakery:

This is a load organic sourdough bakery and I'm just going to say it, this place has the worlds best cinnamon scrolls, they have the perfect amount of tang (I'm guessing that's from lemon rind), and they heat it up for you. Matt's a huge fan of their focaccia flats and they change the topping each day.

Pioneertown:

This place is a must every single time we're visiting Joshua Tree, it's an old Western Town established in 1946 by a couple of actors back I the day, and it was used to film Westerns in. Def worth a visit if you're into anything Western or even if you're a film buff. 

Pappy & Harriette's:

This restaurant and bar is located in Pioneertown so def make sure that this is your dinner spot, its 10/10. Try the 8 year old aged Pappy's whiskey and def try their ribs. Look out for musical acts because they have some great gigs there. This trip we just so happened to be at P&H's for the launch of a Mezcal company (its called Illegal Mezcal) and this meant, free drinks, free merch and Boss even scored himself a free tattoo. Mum was rapt with her free merch too!

Mojave Flea:

This is for anyone who loves a spot of shopping, and local shopping at that, it's full of local designers. There's one in Palm Springs too, but they carry different things. I would say the Joshua Tree one is my fave! Lots of greta pressies ideas.

Tiny Pony:

Two words: pickle martinis! They're so yummy, so instead of olive brine they use pickle juice, and it works! And they're This is a fun dive bar, super chill and def feels like a locals spot which I love. Matt and I shared a burger each, her got the tiny money burger (which was a beef burger) and I got the chicken sand which was a chicken burger (so delish) and mum got the shrimp tacos which she loved. Then we shared an apple pie with ice-cream (which was $6 - barg)!

Honourable mentions:

Brewja Elixir Bar: They make this this eye mind opening later made with blue lotus flower that the boss and I love and get every single time we're in town. Very hippie vibes, but in the best way

Rabbit Hole Gift Shop: Very cute Joshua Tree goodies, and I picked up a great cowboy hat for $39 so great value!

Joshua Tree Trading Post: Another great gift store vibe, the set up is really cool, easy to go in and just chill out

The Dez: We took Dad here when he was in town last year, they do great brekkie sandos, and they have nice GF bread too.

Joshua Tree Coffee: Sweet little coffee shop and I believe the coffee beans are roasted on site, really nice, always busy on weekends.

PRO TIP:

For Joshua Tree I love discovering new airbnb's they're great value this time of the year because the Summer is so hot here. Make sure yours has A/C and a pool comes in really handy too.

PALM SPRINGS:

Righto here's how we spent 24 hours in Palm Springs

First off, I had to work in the morning in LA so we didn't leave until midday but that turned out to work out really well with the traffic.

So we arrived at TERRA which is a wellness hotel; complete with ice bath, Himalayan salt sauna, rain room, pool and jacuzzi. Soon after we checked in I had pre booked an Ayurvedic massage, so thats a form of Ancient Indian Medicine, you see we humans have a combo of 3 doshas that essentially make up our constitution, they're vatta, pitta and kappa. And we each have more dominant and less dominant doshas. So this massage was about calming down my vatta and helping to ground me. It was unreal, it started with a facial and head massage then covered the whole body, I had a brilliant sleep that night too. After the massage to help the special Ayurvedic oils soak in I had a Himalayan salt sauna.

Then we chilled by the pool before meeting Mum for dinner. She really wanted to go to this dinner spot that's on Cary Grant's estate, its called Copleys and its a really vibe, lovely outdoor summer vibes. Classic Americano meals and the drinks looks awesome, Bosso and I didn't have anything to drink that night but Mum loved her Pino Grigio, they are very generous with their portions of both food and drinks in America. We call it a Gold Coast pour! Lol

The waiter told us loads about this estate, apparently Cary Grant lived in a mansion 3 streets away but had this place so other actors could stay here.

We went for a walk downtown Palm Springs after dinner then headed home to watch The Studio which the Bosso and I are loving.

The next morning TERRA had a yummy brekkie spread of granola, yoghurts, toast, coffee and tea. We spent the morning chilling but the pool and they gave us a late check out which was perfect.

Then we picked up Mum, she was hanging for an açai bowl so we got her one, then checked out a thrift shop and the Plan Springs location of Mojave flea (they have another one in Joshua Tree we'll make sure we see too)

Here's links to the spots we checked out:

Terra Wellness hotel: https://www.terrapalmsprings.com/

Copleys Restaurant: https://www.copleyspalmsprings.com/

Mojave Flea: https://www.shoptradingpost.com/

Hope you love this guide! Let me know where you'd like me to explore next!

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Oracle card reading at the end of this chat too. 

Big Love

Lola x

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3 DAYS IN MEMPHIS:

DAY 1:

• Mum and I met at Memphis airport
• I got a 6AM flight out of LA then flow into Austin Texas and got a connecting flight to Memphis, all up it took about 6 and half hours.
• Explored Beale St which is full of bars and music venues
• It's located in downtown Memphis
• Renowned for its deep roots in blue music
• Then we headed to Blue City Cafe which is known for its famous ribs, which naturally I had to try, they came with coleslaw and spies beans, so yum!
• Mum got the seafood gumbo (which comes with okra) and she got “Larry's greens” which was more like collard greens and absolutely delis.
• I had a Tennessee whiskey and mum had a Pino Grigio from California

DAY 2:

• Sun Studio tour, ok this was incred, its $20 and you legit get to stand where Elvis and Johnny Cash wrote so much magic
• So its a rock-n-roll recording studio and it's legit still there, the sound proof tiles in the ceiling and walls, the same piano with a cigar burn in it.
• Sam Phillips created Sun Studio and built it up to be what it became.
• They even have one of the microphones Elvis used
• This has been the place so many iconic artists have written music; Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis and Johnny Cash started their careers
• Fun fact: its also a coffee shop and the coffee is delis (local roasters called French Truck Coffee)
• In this arvo mum and I split up, she really wanted to head to the Civil Rights museum and its also the location where Martin Luther King was shot.
• I went to the STAX museum of American Soul music its where Otis Redding recorded a bunch of music. It was an old movie theatre converted into a recording studio.
• Isaac Hayes also wrote his famous Shaft theme song here, and this museum houses both his Oscar and Grammy, oh and don't forget his Cadillac.
• I'm so glad I visited this museum, it felt really special
• Then I met mum for dinner at Flyway brewery and I had a really nice local whiskey called “Old Dominique” I got a bowl of Brussels sprouts, then mum and I shared a plate of pickles and she got some cheesy dip situation.

DAY 3:

• It's Graceland Day!
• We pre-booked our tickets for an 11AM start time, now if you're staying downtown like us then you'll def need to uber to this location
• We met for a coffee first, went to a little cafe called French Truck Coffee (local roasters)
• Then we headed to Graceland, straight out of the gate its HUGE! It's like an Elvis Disneyland and they've thought of absolutely everything. There's 6 different gift shops and 10 museums outside of the the Graceland house.
• We spent the whole day here, legit didn't leave until it closed at 5PM so my first tip is plan to spend the day if you want to see everything.
• It started with an audio guided tour of Graceland and the mansion is as you would imagine it, exactly how he would have had it. The dinning room is complete with silverware that was gifted to Elvis and Pricilla from their wedding.
• My two favourite areas were his “jungle room” which was green and inspired by his time in Hawaii, and complete with an indoor waterfall.
• I also loved his meditation area which is also where he's been buried, along with his parents, great grandmother, daughter and grandson. I found the memorial meditation area really emotional. I popped my hands on the grass where his grave is and thanked him, I also made a secret wish.
• If you're an Elvis fan then this place is an absolute must!
• Then we went to dinner at an Elvis inspired diner called “Marlowe's” just down the road, I of course had to try the ribs, they were insanely good, I tried a Kentucky whisky this time. It was $5.50 and the brand was Kentucky Deluxe.
• The ribs, beans and coleslaw were all 10/10
• Then we headed home and mum packed for Chicago while I packed up for my Nashville adventure tomorrow. Thanks for having us Memphis! Next up is Nashville! 

• 1 DAY in NASHVILLE (well more like an afternoon) 

  Here's how it started:

  - I caught a bus from Memphis to Nashville, its about 3 hours and 15 mins, I booked via the company “Vonlane” its a luxury bus service so you get blankets, snacks, a meal, coffee and wifi. I was a happy camper! It's really pretty countryside too, so lush and green and lots of river systems.

  - My grand plan was to hit the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum first then head to the Johnny Cash Museum and end with some famous Nashville fried chicken. My flight wasn't til 8PM so I figured I could cram a lot into 5 hours! Here's how it went:

  - I got dropped off downtown Nashville and the hotel I was dropped at stored my suitcase for me, that was a huge help and I high tailed it to the Johnny Cash Museum first, because that was my top priority, I really wanted to make sure that happened. And I'm so glad I did it!

  - JOHNNY CASH MUSEUM is a must if you're a fan of his music. Give yourself a good 2 hours if you want to take the time to see everything. I had no idea he was an actor as well and he had his own TV show (The Johnny Cash Show). There's so much magic there, def pop it on your Nashville list.

  - Then I just explored Broadway for an hour or so, it felt like the Times Square of Nashville, so much hustle and bustle. Lots of live music, bars, cowboy boots and hats. Very fun atmosphere, it would be such a fun place for a Bachelorette or Birthday celebration!

  - Then I headed to the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum. This place is pretty huge (it's a self guided tour), when you get in they take you up to level 3 where there a special Dolly Parton exhibition on, then the top level is all the older music (thats my fave to be honest), they had other one of Elvis' Cadillacs, this one was gold plated, complete with a TV and telephone inside it. There was a little bit go Johnny Cash, June Carter and Maybelle Carter things too, but not as much as the Johnny Cash museum. Then when you head downstairs you get to explore the current artists, lots of Tay Tay and a whole section just for Luke Combs. Really cool, I love the Post Malone bit too. Then my fave part was the rotunda which is the very end of the tour which is where the hall of fame bit comes into play, this is where those that have been inducted have bronze casts of their faces, and there's wishing well here too, the energy feels really special and the sound is so perfect in there. I stood in the middle of the rotunda and made a wish for the Bosso and then one for me. Def worth a visit in you're into music, def a lot more current stuff.

  - Then I still had an hour before I had to head to the airport so I went to this famous hot chicken placed called Hattie B's and it only exists in Nashville, I got a chicken sandwich (which is really a burger, thats just what Americans call it) with fries and a diet coke (I saw someone on TikTok call a diet coke a fridge cigarette, lol thats exactly what it feels like on the rare occasion I sneak one in).

  - After that delish meal, I got an uber to the airport, the flight from Nashville to LAX is about 3 hours and 45 mins, so not too bad at all. I got a snack at the airport, there's this donut place called “Voodoo Donuts” I got a maple bar and a Romeo raspberry, both unreal!

  - On the plane home I watched Landman, brilliant series by Taylor Sheridan. On the way there I watch Lioness, also created by Taylor Sheridan.

  Righto, hope you loved my Nashville & Memphis travel guides!

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This week's ep is an adventure to Tennessee (Memphis and Nashville). Mum and I had a girls Elvis trip which was unreal, then i headed to Nashville for a day of music exploring the Johnny Cash museum and Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum! 

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Wade and Weston are born and raised in Los Angeles, they've been acting since they were kiddos. They studied screenwriting at Chapman University. And have gone viral on both TikTok and Youtube over the years for their parodies. 

These two humans are funny, witty and hard working. They're also extremely humble and curious. I get the vibe they always tell you the truth too. In this chat they even talk about auditioning for Ryan Murphy and how the audition didn't go exactly according to plan. 

Now let's talk more about the pilot, they share what goes on when it comes to creating your own pilot from writing it, rewriting it, to raising funds and booking the right people for the jobs. 
In a nutshell Codependent is a TV show pilot about twin brothers Max and Tristan. They're great at being brothers, not so much at being their own person. The pilot starts off with them sucking at their jobs and getting fired which leads them to compete for the same film assistant job. Spoiler alert: only one of them gets the job... but that doesn't mean they can't both do it?
Speaking of raising funds, this is often a hard part of bringing dreams to life, but thanks to Seed & Spark they were able to raise a bunch of money to film in both Los Angeles and New York, but now it's post production time so they need our help. You can donate and pledge here, and they have a bunch of fun merch to buy too, I have the tote bag! Support here

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Righto, this week has been a goodie, had an audition for an Aussie company that was really fun. Sent off 2 takes and it's nice not having to worry about the accent. It's always easiest to stay in your natural accent. The tone was fun, honest and confident. 

I've recently signed with an acting manger, her name is Holly and she's wonderful, she inspires me to stretch myself as an actor. And she's so encouraging. It's so nice working with someone who truly believes in you.

I'm also putting a self tape down tomorrow for a medical procedural drama. Which I'm so pumped about!! I've got the lines down, I'll rehearse it some more today then tape it tomorrow. 

Speaking of tomorrow… We're going to see Mumford & Sons at the Hollywood Bowl! I said to matt, I think I'll cry! 

Today is a full moon in Sagittarius and to be honest, I've felt a little like I've been in a washing machine, although I'm a sun and moon Virgo my rising sign is Sagittarius. Some stuff has felt great, like the auditions and fun podcast news (more to come on that soon 😆) but other things have felt a little clunky. There's riots in LA right now, the energy here just feels intense and a little uneasy. 

On a more positive note we're pup sitting for our friend Chanel, she has a lovely black lab named Mahalo and she's been a dream to look after. So sweet and happy, so nice to have dogs vibes at our place, she definitely teaches us to be more present. Dogs are one of the best things in this world.

We also finished watching season 2 of The Last of Us then dived into The Pitt. It's by the same show runners as ER and its a gritty medical drama, the pace makes it so entertaining and really draws you in. The whole season spans one 15 hour day working in the Pitt or ER, so ep one is 7AM-8AM, then episode two is 8AM-9AM such a genius format, and it really hooks you in. It's on HBO MAX here, probs the same in Australia

Righto, that's it from me! 

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LA diary: the week that was in LA!

THE GREAT AUSSIE BITE
Matt and I got invited but Aussie Tourism to attend the “Great Australian Bite” and can I say, it was wonderful. It was hosted at Curtis Stone's “Four Stones” farm in Agoura Hills (which is essentially like the hinterland of Malibu). It was stunning, he has his own vineyard out there and he was legit cooking us dinner. Well, us and 350 other souls, the location was so pretty!
All the booze was local Aussie owned and created too. The star of the show was this slow cooked spiced lamb shanks with dates and pistachios. The passionfruit custard tart was pretty special too!
It was such a fun way to spend a day in California!

MUM IN TOWN
Mum landed a couple of days ago, she's off to NYC now but she had a couple of days to kick the jet lag here in LA, we took to her a belated mothers day brunch at a place in Highland Park called “Highly Likely” I got a great GF turkey sando, Boss got the brekkie burrito and Mum got this delish savoury Japanese dish.
She's off to NYC now and I'm jealous because she's seeing Denzel in Othello and George Clooney in Good Night and Good Luck! It's going to be unreal, she's in for such a treat!
We'll be catching up next week when she's in Memphis.

LAST OF US
We're house sitting for our lovely friends this week and they have HBO so it's been such a treat to be watching season 2 of The Last of Us, we've just seen the most heartbreaking episode. Matt was mortified, ah it's such a brilliant show. And you know how I feel about anything Pedro Pascal!

MEMPHIS and NASHVILLE PLANING
For an early birthday pressies for mum I've booked us tickets to Graceland, so I think she'll love that. We're also hoping to visit Sun Studios and the Civil Rights museum. I'm then spending a day in Nashville before heading back to LA so if you have any Nashville or Memphis tips please let me know!
Righto, that's me from LA, no auditions this week but have booked a laser skin appointment and getting my hair dyed again so I'll do fresh head shots in a couple of weeks.

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Righto, so here's how it goes: I take David who's a psychic and medium to notoriously haunted places or places that are big in the LA true crime world. And I don't tell David anything! We just see what he feels then I slowly share with him the details of each location. This is our third true crime episode. So if you love this one be sure to check the others out!

Now, in this episode we visited 4 locations, a couple widely known for their dark history others may be a little less known but just as interesting. So strap in my friends and enjoy this true crime tour of LA. 

Before we kick off, I do want to pop a trigger warning here, there's 2 locations we visit where there has been suicides.

LOCATION 1: BLACK DAHLIA MURDER HOUSE

Righto, this is where its suspected that Elizabeth Short aka The Black Daliah a 22 year old Hollywood Hopeful was brutally murdered in January of 1947. Her body was cut in half and drained of all its blood and a smile had been cut into her face. The house from the outside looks really cool. It's designed by Lloyd Wright and today is valued at about 4.8 million dollars (USD). 

LOCATION 2: THE CECIL HOTEL 

Ok this was hands down the spookiest location, over the years there's been over 30 deaths in this one location. And you'll hear that David and I were feeling a tad uneasy for the entire recording here, its fair to say the energy is intense. 

Over the years; The Cecil Hotel has been home to not one, but two notorious serial killers, yes you read that correctly, the most famous being the Night Stalker Richard Ramirez who was't caught til 1985 and he's been convicted of 13 brutal murders, but it's believed there was more. 

More recently there was the tragic story of Elisa Lam who's body was found in one of the water tanks on the roof in 2013 and theres really scary foot age of her in the elevator you can find on redit and tiktok. It's sfae to say, this place had a lot of dark energy around it! 

Tigger warning; this is a location where people have taken their own lives. 

LOCATION 3: THE BEVERLY CENTRE 

This location came as a surprise to not only David but anyone i told that we were recording here. For those of your not familiar with LA its a shopping centre. It used to be an amusement park in the 40's and lots of strange happenings have been reported. 

We were able to enter this location and record from inside the Beverly Centre. 

Tigger warning; this is a location where people have taken their own lives. 

LOCATION 4: CULVER STUDIOS

This one is for all the Old Hollywood fans, it's beloved that the ghost of Thomas Ince can ben seen and felt at the still functioning iconic Culver Studios. The where Gone with the Wind and Raging Bull were created and filmed. 

There's a couple of theories around the death of Thomas Ince and his death being a cover up. I'll let you decide. 

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I hope you loved this true crime LA ep with David the Medium.

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If you'd like to get your hands on Jenny's newest book, it's officially available in Australia and NZ tomorrow. You can order your copy here!
And you can follow Jenny's journey on insta too. She's also completed in body building and loves all things fitness. Follow Jenny here!

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"Good things take time. Good things take people."

Strap yourselves in for this episode. Noah Hunter Dorsey is the ultimate go getter. He's a creative, entrepreneur and digital marketer. Over the past 5 years he's built 3 multi million dollar businesses. 
I picked Noah's brain in this episode, and he doesn't gatekeep. He's the real deal, hard working, driven, honest, kind and calm. We talk about the importance of having mentors, learning and levelling up. 

He's worked with Kanye West on the relaunch of Yeezy and on the first day they made $19 Million in a day! He then received a call from Yay himself. Noah talks about what he learnt from working with Yay, he learnt about speed and how it breeds more success and he learnt a lot about thinking bigger. 
And that's how I felt after my chat with Noah, I was so inspired to go even harder after my dreams and goals. Bring a notepad to this episode (when you're not driving ofc course). Lots to learn and soak up!

Noah, you have shared so many gems in in this interview: Here's to understanding that the more no's get, bring you closer to a yes, and it's just a numbers game. 

You can follow Noah on insta here: https://www.instagram.com/noahhunterdorsey/
You can follow his company Future Fulfilment here: https://www.instagram.com/futurefulfilment/
Noah, I cannot wait to see what's next for you! You, my friend are such a bright spark!

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Form visiting Quentin Taratino's cinema to Erewhon adventures. 

I also dod an oracle card reading at the end of this poddy!

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Michelle has been through a lot for such a young person. She shares her grief and loss in her shows. Michelle's shows have been described as both heartbreaking and hilarious. Before she goes on stage with her partner they look at each other and say “shut the fuck up and have fun!” 

In this chat we talk about her loss; from third degree brings to her dad passing away quite suddenly from pancreatic cancer. Then her brother passed and she found out that she has a 97% chance of developing cancer herself. She talks about the drive that comes from running out of time. 

Michelle is non-stop, honest and generous with sharing so much of herself through her art, it was an honour to sit down with this special person. 

You can follow Michelle on insta here: Michelle's insta

And you can find out more about her upcoming shows here: 

https://www.michellebrasier.com/tour from Sydney writers festival to Edinburgh Fringe!

And here's her book: order here

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Last week was a good week; I filmed a pilot, met with a potential new agent and sent a bunch of TV pitches off.

This week's been a little more trying and I know that's just part of the game, but I often forget that after a high, there's a little low and that's ok. I think it's meant to happen, it's a time to regroup, heal, ground and let the good stuff settle in. But being an A-type shark (my friend Jad always says that I'm like a shark and I would die if I stopped moving), it's really hard for me to slow down, to be ok with the stillness and calm that comes off the back of a win. In some weird warped way, my mind see it as a failure.

So here I am, today, choosing to celebrate the win, sit in it and enjoy the stillness of this week. I'm about to meet a friend and go for a walk around the reservoir, do yoges and breathwork later in the day then do a face mask and watch a Pedro Pascal movie tonight. It's what I call a “Lola day” time to reset, ground and do all the things that make me feel mentally and physically clear.

When I feel clear, I understand the importance of stillness after a busy time, I remember that there's always a time of quiet after business in the creative world. I've written 11 books and after every book publicity tour I would crash and burn; I'd be tired but I'd miss the business of full schedules of interviews, TV segments, launch parties. Overtime, I learnt to enjoy the “come down” by connecting back into what makes me feel clear; yoga, movement, breath work, cooking a healthy meal, going to the movies, seeing a live band, watching other people live their passions. And then, in those quieter times, there would be a sense of ease and clarity and that's where I'd find the inspiration or idea for the next project.

So here's to choosing to love the come down after a creative high. Who knows what creating that space might bring in next…

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Righto, this is an honest chat about what I'm doing in LA and why the Bosso isn't with me. This is an episode that I hope it evokes and inspires you to truly move step by step closer towards your passion. I heard this quote via Noah Hunter Dorsey (who's an upcoming guest on the pod) "We often overestimate how much we can achieve in one month, but we also underestimate how much we can achieve in a year." And it inspired me to take stock on the year that was. We've just resigned our lease in LA for another year so I took some time to have an honest chat about how many fun and exciting things had happened over the past 12 month. I invite you to do the same, grab yourself a journal or some butcher's paper and celebrate the wins of the past 12 months, at the same time set some really clear goals about what you'd like to achieve and bring to life in a year from now. 
p.s i also mentioned i'll be kicking off my online consults again for:- wellness coaching- book writing coaching- podcast coaching If you're keeno or want to learn more just email me: lola@lolaberry.com 
Go out there and do that thing you love!
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Syds: https://www.statetheatre.com.au/show-calendar/gabby-bernstein/

Melbs: https://www.ticketmaster.com.au/gabby-bernstein-manifesting-masterclass-st-kilda-15-05-2025/event/1300616CEE0A8FC7

Brissy: https://events.humanitix.com/gabby-bernstein-manifesting-masterclass

I was also lucky enough to read her newest of the 10 books she's written called SELF HELP which is available now, you can get your copy here: https://gabbybernstein.com/selfhelp/

It's also the 10 year anniversary for her #1 New York Times Bestseller The Universe Has Your Back 

In this chat we talk about the 4 step Check-in process, IFS therapy,  the importance of fun, and we unpack some of the tools in Gabby's manifesting toolkit, which in her Manifesting Masterclass will cover in depth, so grab yourself a ticket and take that as Gabby would say stop playing small, times time to play big! Let's go!

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You can also follow Georgie on insta here: https://www.instagram.com/georgiethenaturopath/

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And here's their insta: 

https://www.instagram.com/28degreesbyronbay/

In this ep we talk about some of our Byron nature and foodie adventures. I spotted not 1 but 2 koalas chilling out near the Pass this past week!

I even MC-ed a book launch earlier this week which was lots of run! 

Hope you love this episode and huge thank you to 28 degrees for the lovely Byron stay, we have loved every single second of our time here!

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Welcome to the pod birthday boy David the Medium! Welcome back, I think aside from Matt, that David has been on the pod more than any other guest. You see we also record true crime pods in LA (we have another one planned for May) and you can listen to our most recent true crime podcast here: True Crime LA
David is a clairvoyant and psychic medium, he does take clients and you can book in here: https://www.davidthemedium.com/ as you'll hear in this ep he does a mini reading for me and i want to say for you the listener also. 
You can follow David on socials here too: https://www.instagram.com/davidthemedium
David also makes predictions for the rest of the year; we're in a time of letting go of the old and welcoming in the new! You'll hear David talk about embracing a time of transformation.

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We stayed with our mates who live in Banaglow the last few days so this is a Banaglow special. We had meals at: 

1. WOODS in Bangalow (worlds best GF banana bread)
2. TUCKSHOP for wonderful and well priced dinners 
3. BANGALOW PUB for a steak night 

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Sam was on the pod over 500 episodes ago, well before we launched the Hot Seat specials so I thought we best get this creative genius on the Fearlessly Failing Hot Seat!

You can listen to his long form interview here about all things Chef life from running and co-owning the iconic Woods in Bangalow to being a private chef to Drake!

I hope you love this ep. Sam is an incredible chef and he shared some of his fave foodie tips and tricks here too. 

Check out WOODS here

Check out TUCKSHOP here

Ans here are their insta pages you can follow along for all the latest menu auditions and special events!

https://www.instagram.com/bangalowtuckshop

https://www.instagram.com/woodsbangalow/

https://www.instagram.com/chefsamcampbell/

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p.s Big thank you to The Motley Hotel for giving us a place to stay.

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IF you'd like to check out the Motley heres some more info: The Motley Hotel

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We start off by unpacking her stellar sitcom career, she was in Suddenly Susan for 2 years, but also guest stared on Seinfeld and Friends. We talked about the golden years of sitcoms and the energy of working with great people.
Dre also did a film with Jeff Bridges called Stick it! She talked about how connected and open he was as an actor and artist.
I couldn't interview Dre without learning more about circling and what lead her to this practice. I think part of Dre's purpose and dharma is to empower women.

You can listen to Dre's pod “Circle This” here: listen here

You can follow her on insta here: https://www.instagram.com/andreabendewald/

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Huge shout out to Claire my pod manager for helping so much behind the scenes. When i record in Australia i have really big back to back recording days and Claire really helped pull everything together, from helping book the guests to keeping me on track with time, keeping me caffeinated and feeding me. Working with people who believe in you feels like such a special gift and magical power. Claire, you're one in a million!

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And follow her on insta here: LKS insta

And here's to always having a beginners mindset!

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We discus his favoruite plays, places and why he does what he does. If you love this quick little episode then i encourage you to go back and listen to Monday's episode with Anthony! It's for anyone with a creative spark!

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This chat is a bucket full of sunshine for any actor or creative with a dream. We talk about the importance of truth and what it means to take bigger risks. 

We also unpack some of the common hurdles actors face from; vocal commitment, judging ourselves, to actors closing their eyes when they say something hard or uncomfortable. 

Tony describes his method or style of teaching as "tech support for actors." 

One of my fave things Tony says is: "actors who do the work, work." 

Hope you love this chat, you can find out more about AMAW studios here: https://www.anthonymeindl.com/

And follow along on insta here: https://www.instagram.com/amawstudios/

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This week with Nelly Thomas!

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Check out more about Jo's newest creation: Broad Radio here and download the app: https://broadradio.com.au/

Jo is passionate about real women having real conversations. The tag line of Broad radio is that it's big, bold and no BS! Sign me up!
She's curious, self aware and kind. Jo opens up about her mediation practice, and talks about how it along with journaling has been a huge part of her success. She also turns moments that could be tough or frustrating into moments of wonder. 
Here's to staying curious and kicking those big goals. I can't wait to see what's in store for you next Jo. 
You can follow Broad Radio on insta too: https://www.instagram.com/broad_radio/
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Todays episode is an update of where we are at with the current LA Fires.