How Two Live : The Podcast
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How Two Live : The Podcast episodes

  • Loretta Bolotin, Free to Feed: Breaking Down Barriers

    Listen if: You’ve ever judged someone for being different from you.


    In this episode, Jess and Stef chat to Loretta Bolotin, founder of Free to Feed, a not-for-profit social enterprise that champions the unique skills and individual stories of new migrants through food.


    Loretta discusses her experiences growing up in a migrant community, and how she came to be passionate about connecting with people of different backgrounds from a young age, offering advice on how we can break down cultural and language differences to create meaningful connections.


    Tune in to hear Loretta share her thoughts on what to do when you’re feeling overwhelmed by a problem, why you should put your money where your values are, how every business can be using their influence for good. Plus, Loretta shares some of her favourite social enterprises that are changing the world!


    You can find Loretta on Instagram at @lorettabolotin and Free to Feed at @freetofeedmelbourne.


    You can find Jess and Stef on Instagram at @howtwolive.


    Subscribe now, new episodes coming every Monday.


    To get in touch, email [email protected].


    CREDITS


    Audio by: Giddy Heine

    Produced by: Simone Polanen

    Music by: Kausy

    Coordinated by: Bianca Wittner


    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    45 min
  • Emma Abrahams, Heart of Bone: Celebs and Social Secrets

    Listen if: You want to know the secret to getting in with the A-list.


    In this episode, Jess and Stef sit down with their good friend Emma Abrahams, the founder and designer of luxury jewellery brand Heart of Bone.


    Emma tells the story of her creative upbringing, and how an idea that meant to be a homewares brand in its formation eventuated to a boldly unique and successful jewellery label worn by the likes of Karl Lagerfeld, John Paul Gaultier and Billie Eilish.


    Emma shares her take on individuality and staying true to yourself as a designer in a time where imitation is everywhere, why authenticity is important, and how brands can use Instagram to lift each other up and collectively grow. Plus get the full story of how she approached Marc Jacobs at a café and went from complete strangers to BFFs and had him wearing her jewels almost instantly.


    You can find Emma on Instagram at @heartofbone_.


    You can find Jess and Stef on Instagram at @howtwolive.


    Subscribe now, new episodes coming every Monday.


    To get in touch, email [email protected].


    CREDITS


    Audio by: Giddy Heine

    Produced by: Simone Polanen

    Music by: Kausy

    Coordinated by: Bianca Wittner


    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    40 min
  • Janine Allis, Boost Juice: From Smoothies to Survivor
    Listen if: You’re ready for life lessons from the Godmother.
    In this episode, Jess and Stef sit down with Janine Allis, founder of Retail Zoo and Boost Juice, which has over 500 stores globally, author of 4 books, Shark on Australia’s Shark Tank, and current contestant on Australian Survivor.
    Jess and Stef soak up Janine’s wisdom on everything from what makes a successful entrepreneur, how to generate incredible brand awareness by thinking outside the box, the secret to living the life you desire, and why you shouldn’t be afraid to ask questions.
    Janine shares details of her crazy life of adventure including working as a stewardess on David Bowie’s yacht, and reveals why as one of the country’s most successful businesspeople she chose to go on Australian Survivor, what life in the jungle is really like, and the clever ways Janine prepared beforehand.
    You can find Janine on Instagram at @janine_allis.
    You can find Jess and Stef on Instagram at @howtwolive.
    Subscribe now, new episodes coming every Monday.
    To get in touch, email [email protected].
    CREDITS
    Audio by: Giddy HeineProduced by: Simone PolanenMusic by: KausyCoordinated by: Bianca Wittner

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    46 min
  • In Conversation with Jess and Stef: The Ultimate Pep Talk
    Listen if: You’re waiting for the right moment to put yourself out there.
    In this episode, Jess and Stef answer one of their most commonly asked questions, “How do you have the confidence to just go for it?”
    They share anecdotes from their own personal and professional lives, including how they’ve achieved amazing feats that they might have once considered totally unattainable, just from sending that email, asking that question, or doing that one thing. Tune in as the sisters chat about why you have the power to follow your heart and chase your dreams, without caring what anybody thinks, and how to handle rejection like a boss.
    Share this episode with someone who needs a good pep talk on overcoming self-doubt, how a no can always be turned into a yes, and the power of positive affirmations.
    You can find Jess and Stef on Instagram at @howtwolive.
    Subscribe now, new episodes coming every Monday.
    To get in touch, email [email protected].
    CREDITS
    Audio by: Giddy HeineProduced by: Simone PolanenMusic by: Kausy

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    31 min
  • Rosie and Lucy Thomas, Project Rockit: Business for Good
    Listen if: You care about making impact more than money & power.
    In this episode, Jess and Stef sit down with sisters Rosie Thomas OAM and Lucy Thomas OAM, co-founders of Project Rockit; Australia's youth-driven movement against bullying, hate and prejudice.
    The double duos chat about what it’s like to work with someone you’re so close with as well as their own experiences with bullying, as Rosie and Lucy break down what it means to be social entrepreneurs, and discuss what it takes to build a thriving business while also creating change.
    Listen as Rosie and Lucy reveal what it’s like sitting on the advisory boards for Facebook and Twitter, plus having presented to audiences of hundreds and thousands, they reveal the secrets behind being an incredible public speaker… even if you’re an introvert.
    You can find Project Rockit on Instagram at @projectrockit, Rosie at @rosefunkenhouse and Lucy at @luckylockit.
    You can find Jess and Stef on Instagram at @howtwolive.
    Subscribe now, new episodes coming every Monday.
    To get in touch, email [email protected].
    CREDITS
    Audio by: Giddy HeineProduced by: Simone PolanenMusic by: KausyCoordinated by: Bianca Wittner

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    45 min
  • Jess Hatzis and Bree Johnson, Frank Body: Brand Like a Babe

    Listen if: You have an awesome idea and you’re looking for the secret sauce.


    In this episode, Jess and Stef sit down with Jess Hatzis and Bree Johnson, co-founders of coffee-based skincare brand Frank Body that became an overnight Instagram sensation, and creators of the branding agency Willow and Blake.


    Grab a pen and paper as the two reveal their incredible brand insights, including how a small business should be spending dollars, how to listen to your customers and let them define your direction, the importance of staying true to your brand, and coming up with creative ideas on a budget.


    Bree and Jess share how they took Frank Body from a product made with a home cement mixer to earning a spot on the shelves of some of the best retailers globally, plus they reveal what it was like to have copycat products pop up left right and centre, including one from a global popstar.


    You can find Frank Body on Instagram at @frank_bod and Willow & Blake at @willowandblake.

    https://willowandblake.com/


    You can find Jess and Stef on Instagram at @howtwolive.


    Subscribe now, new episodes coming every Monday.


    To get in touch, email [email protected].


    CREDITS


    Audio by: Giddy Heine

    Produced by: Simone Polanen

    Music by: Kausy

    Coordinated by: Bianca Wittner


    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    58 min
  • Jamila Rizvi: Women on Top
    Listen if: You’ve ever felt competitive towards another woman.
    In this episode, Jess and Stef sit down with author, presenter, and political commentator, Jamila Rizvi.
    Tune in to hear the story of how Jamila found herself becoming fiercely feminist while working for 2 former Prime Ministers, as the three discuss why women feel competitive with other women and how we can change the behaviours society has ingrained in us, and where men come into the feminism discussion.
    Jess, Stef and Jamila discover some surprising facts on the history of periods, chat about what’s going to happen to feminism in the age of gender fluidity, and importantly they have an in depth discussion on the fashion and feminism of the Harry Potter series.
    You can find Jamila on Instagram at @jamilarizvi and twitter @jamilarizvi.
    Jamila’s suggestions of people to follow:
    • Aminatou Sow & Ann Friedman
    • Deborah Frances White
    • Clementine Ford
    • Yassmin Abdel-Magied
    • Jane Gilmore
    • Van Badham

    You can find Jess and Stef on Instagram at @howtwolive.
    Subscribe now, new episodes coming every Monday.
    To get in touch, email [email protected].
    CREDITS
    Audio by: Giddy HeineProduced by: Simone PolanenMusic by: KausyCoordinated by: Bianca Wittner

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    51 min
  • Shannon Martinez, Smith and Daughters: The V Word
    Listen if: You could never imagine life without schnitzel.
    In this episode, Jess and Stef sit down with Shannon Martinez, the co-founder and head chef behind Melbourne’s top restaurants (that happen to be vegan), Smith & Daughters and Smith & Deli.
    Shannon’s energy is completely contagious, as the three chat about everything from how Shannon pioneered the modern day vegan movement in Melbourne, what she attributes her success to, and how she’s going to spend her first million.
    Shannon dishes on what it was like to cook for Billie Eilish, reveals details about her double life as a rock star, plus find out which celebrity doesn’t tip…
    You can find Shannon on Instagram at @shannon_martinez and her restaurants @smithanddaughters and @smithanddeli.
    You can find Jess and Stef on Instagram at @howtwolive.
    Subscribe now, new episodes coming every Monday.
    To get in touch, email [email protected].
    CREDITS
    Audio by: Giddy HeineProduced by: Simone PolanenMusic by: KausyCoordinated by: Bianca Wittner

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    54 min
  • In Conversation with Jess and Stef: Getting Scrappy
    Listen if: You want to build up your brand without breaking the bank.
    In this episode, Jess and Stef sit down together to reveal the secrets behind one of their most commonly asked questions: How did you pull that off? They spill their top tips and tricks for brands, businesses and influencers on how to get scrappy, including creating unique brand activations, pop up stores, press, and brand buzz, without spending big.
    Tune in as the sisters share their process for coming up with creative ideas, along with some of the best stories that have happened along the way, including how they managed to DIY the most epic fairy-floss toned pop-up store after being quoted $20k for a professional job. Plus, they reveal how they pulled off the ultimate stunt, their footwear label TWOOBS taking over at Coachella, without even leaving the house…
    Be sure to check out pics of the HTL Store here and here, the TWOOBS pop-up at David Jones here, and the video of TWOOBS at Coachella here.
    You can find Jess and Stef on Instagram at @howtwolive.
    Subscribe now, new episodes coming every Monday.
    To get in touch, email [email protected].
    CREDITS
    Audio by: Giddy HeineProduced by: Simone PolanenMusic by: Kausy

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    32 min
  • In Conversation with Jess and Stef: Seeking Validation
    Listen if: You’re ready to let go of society’s expectations.
    In this episode, Jess and Stef have a vulnerable heart-to-heart about the concept of validation, and the ways in which it has permeated both of their personal lives throughout the years.
    Off the back of Instagram removing like counts in Australia, Jess and Stef have an open conversation about their feelings towards the change, and how they think it will affect users of the platform in the long term. They also chat about the concept of validation as a whole and how to flip the script so that validation comes from within, as well as tips for switching off and learning to love being in your own company.
    You can find Jess and Stef on Instagram at @howtwolive.
    Subscribe now, new episodes coming every Monday.
    To get in touch, email [email protected].
    CREDITS
    Audio by: Giddy HeineProduced by: Simone PolanenMusic by: KausyCoordinated by: Bianca Wittner

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    37 min

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We’re all just figuring out this thingy we call life, but wouldn’t it be a little easier if we had a bunch of people who had been there, done that, to talk us through it? Fashion personalities &…