Ashley Feraude in conversation with Phillip Jones, who is best known for his work as the connoisseur of all things Gin - The Martini Whisperer.

Phillip has always balanced a corporate career in comms and consulting, and being a long-term judge of the Tourism Awards, with creative side projects such as Schmooze (Canberra's professional networking group). He has always built his projects from the ground up into successful ventures and, in this conversation, he explores his passion, business approach and lessons learned.

Behind the Bio, a podcast about the people behind the professions.

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Ashley Feraude in conversation with Kan Nathan, an artist who uses two projects to influence people's perception of social and cultural issues.

He is behind the mega-successful and playful Instagram project Legojacker and the people-focused Instagram series called The Embassy of Kindness. Kan speaks candidly about where this drive to create comes from, his view of the world around us and how we all can be, and should be, agents of change. 

Behind the Bio, a podcast about the people behind the professions.

Brought to you by Coordinate.

Ashley Feraude in conversation with Sophie Richardson, a recent Law Graduate who supports social justice during the day through her ACT Government role and performers DJ sets at night under the name Waxlily.

Sophie has a really strong belief in the value of communities, which is evident in her passionate approach to professional work and her involvement in the nightlife scene. It's this belief that gels her two paths into a single direction. 

Behind the Bio, a podcast about the people behind the professions.

Brought to you by Coordinate.

Ashley Feraude in conversation with Mike Harrington, co-owner of multiple hospitality venues in Canberra.

Michael talks about his life-long passion for food and beverage experiences and the thrill of business challenges. He also discusses his love of the great outdoors and the importance of it to mental health, both his and that of other men who he assists through various initiatives.

Behind the Bio, a podcast about the people behind the professions.

Brought to you by Coordinate.

Ashley Feraude in conversation with Genevieve Jacobs, an expert journalist with 30+ years of experience.

Genevieve has built a powerful voice in the Canberra community and a deep local connection thanks to her work across the ABC and more recently with the digital news platform Riot ACT. She has a great passion for journalism, engaging and impactful stories, the truth and uniting people together through communications. 

Behind the Bio, a podcast about the people behind the professions.

Brought to you by Coordinate. 

Ashley Feraude in conversation with Darren Jones, a passionate hair cutter and stylist with over 30 years of experience.

Darren has two salons, Jones + Me (formerly THE Hairdressing) and Ugly Barber. He discusses his passion for his work, the love of 'the conversation', the value of investing in others, Canberra's evolving taste and even why hair cutting is an essential industry.

Behind the Bio, a podcast about the people behind the professions.

Brought to you by Coordinate.

Ashley Feraude in conversation with Tim West who is the Head Chef of the Canberra restaurant Ily, located in New Acton.

Tim is a highly experienced and very dedicated chef who has worked for some of the finest kitchens in Australia. He talks about his passion for food, the love of the tension that exists in the kitchen, why good is never good enough and he even gives away the secret to a perfect cheese toastie.

Behind the Bio, a podcast about the people behind the professions.

Brought to you by Coordinate.

Ashley Feraude in conversation with Mikeila Scheckenbach who is the Owner & Creative Director of Bandit Design Group. 

The mid-size graphic design agency has a presence in Canberra and Sydney and services clients nationally and overseas.  Mikeila has always wanted to be a designer so the evolution of her business has been a true calling.  Like any journey, hers too came with successes, challenges and valuable lessons.

Behind the Bio, a podcast about the people behind the professions.

Brought to you by Coordinate.

Ashley Feraude in conversation Michael Ryan who is a KPMG consultant working in the area of health. He is a deeply focused on assisting vulnerable groups in our society on a professional and personal level. His love for AFL and Lego (ultimately seeing him compete on the Lego Masters show) is a way of balancing out the highs and lows of life.

Behind the Bio, a podcast about the people behind the professions.

Brought to you by Coordinate.