Future History

Nate Spiteri is the co-founder and CEO of Shopfront, a platform that makes it simple and easy to connect you to every marketplace globally to sell your preloved clothes. With a background in fashion and fintech, Nate brings together his passions and expertise to reshape the future of retail by making it more accessible, affordable, and environmentally responsible.

On this episode, Nate shares his journey as a startup founder in the circular fashion space, the lessons he’s learned building Shopfront from idea to launch, and how he’s navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship in sustainable fashion. We dive into what it takes to build a business that balances purpose and profit, the strategies behind launching a brand in a competitive market, why adaptability is critical for startup success, the growing importance of resale and rental models in fashion, and so much more.

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00:00 – Intro
03:04 – Fast Trends and Fashion Subcultures
08:50 – Secondhand Fashion and Cultural Stigma
11:52 – How Overconsumption Inspired Shopfront
20:41 – Changing Mindsets About Secondhand Fashion
23:33 – Discount Culture and Consumer Behavior
26:16 – Nate’s Journey: Finance to Fashion Tech
32:00 – Identifying a Gap in Circular Fashion
45:15 – Startup Qualities That Matter Most
46:47 – Building a Scalable, Investable Business
53:00 – Big Goals vs. Comfort Culture
59:22 – Branding Trust in Sustainable Markets
01:00:47 – How Resale and Rental Are Reshaping Fashion
01:06:09 – Raising Consumer Standards
01:09:03 – Rethinking Sustainability and Brand Creation
01:13:00 – Staying True to Your Brand Values
01:18:00 – Opportunity Timing and Cultural Shifts
01:24:00 – Shopfront Launch and Final Thoughts

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Follow Nate on LinkedIn: @nathanspiteri

Follow Shopfront on Instagram: @shopfront.ig

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Michelle Grace Hunder is a renowned music photographer whose work has defined the visual identity of some of Australia's most prominent artists in her 15 year career - including Ruel, Jim Jefferies, Sampa the Great, Amy Shark and including every major player in the Australian Hip-Hop scene. 2023 saw Michelle shoot her first Rolling Stone cover with Amy Shark, and win an ARIA award for "Best Cover Art" for the Forest Claudette EP “Everything was Green.”

On this episode, Michelle shares the power of starting over after failure, why human connection to build trust with her clients is foundational, the significance of photographers in shaping the image of musical artists, why to always make space for play and experimentation, why doing the work matters more than raw talent, the lessons from putting together her first book RISE, the tension between visibility and undervaluation in music photography, why mentorship is so important to her and so much more.

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00:00 – Intro
01:45 – Generational Music gap and the Industry
07:40 – Touring with Ruel and caring for young artists
11:21 – Why connection matters more than the camera
16:51 – The frustration of being undervalued in the industry
27:55 – Play, experimentation, and creative risk-taking
32:49 – From business failure to photography
34:02 – Documenting Australian hip hop culture
44:47 – Why seeing things through is more important than talent
49:43 – Finding self through photography and community
01:00:03 – The importance of being mentored and believed in
01:05:01 – Business skills that sustain a creative career
01:14:50 – How Kendrick Sparked a cultural Shift
01:23:30 – Closing reflections on craft, balance and growth

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Follow Michelle on Instagram: @michelleghunder

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Tavis is a cinematographer whose work spans across feature films, short-form narratives, documentaries, and commercial projects. His films have been officially selected for film festivals including Anak (MIFF 2022), Lakad (MIFF 2023) and Nursery (Flickerfest 2024). Tavis recently completed production on his second feature film Westgate (Directed by Adrian Ortega) due to be released mid 2025.

On this episode, Tavis shares the difference between commercial and creative filmmaking and how narrative work allows for deeper artistic authorship, why commercial jobs require letting go of creative control, and what it really means to collaborate with directors and agencies. We explore how intuition shapes shot choices, how being present and photography act as creative resets, and the realities of building a career in the film industry without losing your voice. Tavis also reflects on visual storytelling, navigating post-production detachment, and finding creative fulfilment beyond the final product and so much more.

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00:00 - Intro
01:38 - Creative Ownership & Letting Go
07:49 - Commercials vs Narrative
15:36 - Recognition & First Feature at MIFF
28:25 - Curiosity & Staying Inspired
35:23 - Momentum, Action & Manifestation
41:20 - Photography, Collage & City Life
49:34 - Exploration & the Creative Process
53:55 - Why Cinematography?
56:30 - Visual vs Narrative Driven Films
59:00 - Drawing inspiration
1:03:00 - The Industry Shake-Up
1:10:07 - The Blockbuster Formula & the Shift in Storytelling
1:24:49 - Outro & Final Thoughts

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Follow Tavis on Instagram: @tpdop

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Amy Crow is a multidisciplinary artist, educator, and creative thinker whose practice spans zine-making, illustration, design and hair styling. Her work explores cultural storytelling, play, and personal reflection blurring the lines between art, commerce, and self-exploration.

On this episode, Amy shares how self-awareness fuels her creativity, why resistance is often a signpost for action, how to balance structure and spontaneity, the value of saying yes to unexpected opportunities and how they can reshape your path. We discuss the benefits of thoughtful creative decisions, trusting your intuition, how it allows you to navigate uncertainty and so much more.

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00:00 – Intro
01:45 – Embracing Unexpected Opportunities
06:05 – Hairdressing, Design & Multi-potentiality
07:55 – The Challenges with Creative Client Work
16:50 – Zines, Art Books & Accessible Creativity
20:40 – The Tension Between Craft & Cost
23:56 – Marketing, Collectors & Creative Accessibility
31:33 – Strategy, Design Thinking & Client Goals
38:26 – Resistance: What Are You Avoiding?
44:00 – Creative Prompts, Play & Gamification
53:05 – Self-Awareness, Energy Management & Avoidance Behaviour
1:03:14 – Cultural Expectations & Identity
1:06:52 – Rethinking Careers & Embracing Generalism
1:18:26 – On Research, Data & Creative Lifestyles
1:27:00 – Outro & Final Thoughts

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Follow Amy on Instagram: @cachemonetcrow

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Ed Bechervaise is a visual artist and creative strategist. Under his pseudonym, Unwell Bunny, his artwork explores culture, emotion and human experiences through his bold, abstract compositions. As a creative strategist, he has worked alongside several leading agencies and brands with their positioning, campaign development, and cultural storytelling.

On this episode, Ed shares his personal creative philosophy, why artists make the best brand strategists, how creativity and strategic thinking are inseparable, the tension between artistic integrity and commercial success, why the most impactful brands operate like artists and so much more.

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00:00 Intro
03:50 The importance of having a creative philosophy
09:53 How creative momentum works like a rolling stone
14:11 The constant pursuit for Stability
19:13 Who you are is largely out of your control
23:30 The evolution of ideas and communication
31:35 How brand strategy is about simplification
40:30 The power of lateral thinking in creativity
50:56 Unlocking creativity by understanding yourself
59:15 Why the best businesses are human-centred
1:12:51 Balancing strategic thinking and creative expression
1:20:35 Breaking norms and redefining categories
1:25:26 How vulnerability fuels creative breakthroughs
1:42:00 The cycles of creativity and personal growth

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Follow Ed on Instagram: @edbechervaise_unwellbunny

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Nate Hill is a photographer and digital artist known for his atmospheric and emotive compositions. As a formidable artist in the alternative/rock/metal circuit, he has photographed and created timeless artwork for some of the world’s most prolific bands including Tool, KoRn, Green Day and Parkway Drive. Nate’s first book ‘Read Between the Lines’ is available from the 14th March.

On this episode, Nate shares how his relentless commitment to daily practice has helped him refine his artistic identity, why persistence is the key to creative growth, the challenges of staying authentic while navigating social media’s expectations, how experimenting outside your comfort zone leads to breakthroughs. We discusses the intersection of music and visual storytelling, the value of physical art in a digital world, NFTs vs tactile art, why experimentation is the most powerful tool for artistic evolution and so much more.

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00:00 Intro
01:04 Why daily creative practice matters
09:45 Finding a unique creative style
14:30 Wha is ‘Anemoia’ and how does artwork create this?
23:55 Social media vs creative freedom
29:30 How nostalgia influences creativity
32:10 Resurgence of 90s music
46:42 How NFTs Are Changing Music & Art
55:40 Why physical art still holds value
1:03:08 Overcoming creative blocks & self-doubt
1:10:55 To be professional artist is a test of attrition and persistence
1:19:17 Final thoughts & advice for artists

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Follow Nate on Instagram: @natehill

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Elise Marcianti is a visual artist, podcaster, and ultra-adventurer whose journey has been shaped by curiosity, resilience and the pursuit of awe. Having overcome an eating disorder, she has developed a deep understanding of fear, endurance, and self-discovery, using both art and adventure as tools for healing and exploration.

On this episode, Elise shares how recovering from an eating disorder reshaped her mindset, how she reframes fear as a tool for growth, why curiosity fuels both her art and adventures, how she builds a healthy relationship with uncertainty, why visualisation is one of the most powerful mental training techniques, the challenges of defining success on your own terms, how adventure has transformed her creative process, why awe and fear often go hand in hand, and so much more.

Follow Elise on Instagram: @elisemarcianti

Check out Explore Your Core podcast: Explore Your Core

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Sam Octigan is a visual artist and lead vocalist for Iron Mind. Known for his striking abstract and figurative paintings, he explores themes of time, memory, and human connection, often blending bold compositions with intricate detail. He is currently preparing for an upcoming solo exhibition while his band is set to release their first album in more than 10 years.

On this episode, Sam shares with us his journey of balancing art, music, and family life, how becoming a father has reshaped his perspective, his challenges of staying present in a fast-moving creative career, the sacrifices that come with pursuing multiple passions. We dive into the intersection of intuition and strategy in creative work, the importance of surrounding yourself with like-minded people, how letting go of external expectations can lead to a more fulfilling career and so much more.

Follow Sam on Instagram: @samoctigan

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Michael Danischewski is a commercial and creative photographer known for his visual storytelling across music, fashion and documenting cultural moments. Having previously worked with ACCLAIM magazine, Crumpler and Converse, he is set to release his latest book documenting the Australian bull riding scene and the people within.

On this episode, Michael shares with us the evolution of the bull riding project, the importance of human connection in his work, how he documents his life as a photographer, how he separates his commercial work from personal projects, his evolution from technical mastery to storytelling and so much more.

Follow Mike on Instagram: @mdanischewski

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Joshua Scott is a photographer who is most notable for capturing some of the world’s most accomplished musicians, scholars and athletes with Wu Tang Clan, Mac Miller, Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson, Julian Assange, Kobe Bryant and Tom Brady amongst them.

On this episode Joshua shares with us how his goals change as his career progresses, how identifying what’s important in his life fuels his growth, why character building is the most important skill to develop, the importance of self-awareness, what he has learned from some of the world’s most notable high-achievers, why being a dad is the most important role for him and how it helps creatively, why Bluey is loved by both kids and parents and so much more.

Follow Joshua on Instagram: @the.cwolf

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