In this episode of The Buzz with Bernadette, I am joined by the inspiring Barbara Cafagna, founder of LUMINOSA Cosmetica.From working in the travel industry to surviving a life-altering health crisis, Barbara’s journey is anything but ordinary. At just 35, she suffered a major stroke after weeks of medical misdiagnoses and complete incompetence. Emerging from that recovery with a deep passion for what she puts on her skin, she set out to completely disrupt the beauty industry for women over 40. We dive deep into her raw story of survival, overcoming medical dismissal, and how she went on to build a high-end, 100% vegan, skin-first makeup line that celebrates real, luminous skin.Available on Spotify | Apple and YouTube subscribe now.Special thanks to our incredible venue sponsor, Active Wellness Spa in Victoria Park, for hosting this episode.

In this episode of The Buzz with Bernadette, I’m joined by Rosie Kriskans, the founder of Perth’s premier agency, Stylish Agency. Rosie opens up about leaving a thriving corporate career to champion confidence over clothing labels—an inspiration sparked by seeing how deeply self-doubt can hold brilliant people back. We dive into the core principles of winter styling for both men and women, how to navigate your wardrobe with grace and confidence when your body changes or you put on weight, and how to align your outer appearance with your inner strength. If you're ready to replace wardrobe hesitation with unmistakable presence, this episode is a must-watch!A massive thank you to our incredible venue sponsor, Active Wellness Spa Vic Park, for hosting us!Connect with us:Host: @bernadette_maree | bernadettemaree.com.auGuest: Rosie Kriskans | stylish.agencyVenue Sponsor: Active Wellness Spa Vic Park#TheBuzzWithBernadette #WinterStyling #PerthCreativeOn the Buzz with Bernadette we spotlight women who have built success their own way.

Today on The Buzz with Bernadette, we are chatting with the powerhouse behind Cacao Collective, Yasmin Eve. Yasmin scaled her business from a garage to $3 million, and now she is sharing how she uses AI as a "cheat code" to build her next brand while managing life as a solo mum. We talk about everything from fixing your business margins to using tech to lighten the mental load.

• We discuss the transition from a garage startup to a $3 million empire.

  
  

• Yasmin shares her secrets for using AI to build a brand in public.

  
  

• We dive into the "And... not the Or" mindset of balancing motherhood and massive business goals.

  
  

A huge thank you to Active Wellness Spa Vic Park for being our proud venue sponsor.

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Welcome back to another episode of The Buzz with Bernadette!

This week, we are coming to you straight from the incredible Active Wellness Spa in Victoria Park, sitting down with an absolute staple of the Perth media scene—Demelza Leonard. If you grew up in Perth, you probably know her as ‘Tha Diva’ from Groove 101.7fm or remember her iconic work with *Xpress Magazine*. For over 20 years, Demelza has been navigating the highs, lows, and relentless hustle of the creative industry.

In this episode, we take a deep dive into her legendary vault of 90s and 2000s urban music interviews, uncovering what it was really like sitting down with some of the biggest names in hip-hop before the era of digital gatekeeping.

We discuss the raw energy of 90s radio, the stories she’s never told publicly, and the reality of keeping physical artifacts from a bygone era of music journalism.But Demelza is someone who has constantly evolved.

We explore her fascinating pivot into the world of motorsport as the face of the WA Sporting Car Club championships, and her current work as a pop culture marketer and high-level UGC creator.

We also get into the real talk: how she manages the mental load of motherhood alongside the creative grind, knowing when to kill a project to start something new, and the massive success of her latest venture, *Rave and Brunch*, which sold over 100 tickets at its debut event.

Whether you are a media veteran, an aspiring creative, or just someone who loves a brilliant story of reinvention, Demelza drops some of the most genuine, no-nonsense advice you will hear all year. Make sure you hit subscribe so you never miss an episode, and let us know your favorite part of the interview in the comments!**In this episode, we cover:

*** Unseen stories from interviewing massive 90s and 2000s hip-hop icons* The truth behind the ‘Tha Diva’ persona and the raw energy of 90s radio* Navigating the pivot from music journalism to the WA Sporting Car Club* The realities of the creative grind, motherhood, and staying relevant* The birth and booming success of her new event series, *Rave and Brunch

Connect with Us:

Host: Bernadette Maree | [@bernadette_maree](https://instagram.com/bernadette_maree) | [@bmediaperth](https://instagram.com/bmediaperth) | [bernadettemaree.com.au](https://bernadettemaree.com.au)* **Guest:** Demelza Leonard

* **Venue Sponsor:** Active Wellness Spa, Victoria Park*

New episodes of The Buzz with Bernadette drop every Wednesday!

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[Note: This episode of The Buzz touches on Rebecca’s childhood experiences with physical and mental abuse. We keep it real and hopeful, but please look after yourself while listening.]

In this episode of The Buzz with Bernadette, I’m sitting down with the incredible Rebecca Rose. While Rebecca’s story starts in a really tough place—navigating a childhood shaped by an abusive father—this conversation is actually one of the most inspiring ones I’ve had lately.

We aren't just looking at the past; we’re looking at how Rebecca Rose took those experiences and turned them into a life of resilience and grace. It’s a raw, honest, and surprisingly uplifting chat about finding your own voice when the world tries to quiet it.

Inside this episode:

• Rebecca’s Story: Growing up in the shadows and finding the way out.

• The Turning Point: How she reclaimed her mental health and her identity.

• Choosing Joy: Why healing doesn't mean you can't have a "nice" life afterward!

• Real Talk: Navigating family trauma with a sense of perspective.

If you’re looking for a story about the power of the human spirit (and a bit of that classic Rebecca Rose spark), you’re in the right place.

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In this episode of The Buzz with Bernadette, I sit down with Jacinda Heather, founder and creative director of The Modern Boho, to talk about her journey from a creative vision to building one of Perth’s most recognisable boutique fashion brands.

Filmed inside her Subiaco store, we go beyond the shop and dive into what it really takes to build a fashion business, from the early risks to expanding multiple locations in a changing retail landscape.

We also unpack what women are truly looking for when they walk into a boutique, from confidence and comfort to finding pieces that actually work for their lifestyle.

This episode covers:
• Building a fashion brand in Perth
• The story behind The Modern Boho aesthetic
• Growing a boutique business in today’s retail world
• Style confidence for women over 40
• What really happens in the change room

If you love fashion, business, and real conversations about confidence and style, this one is for you.

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Australian model Kate Bell joins The Buzz with Bernadette to talk about her remarkable career spanning almost four decades in the fashion industry. From her early days modelling in the late 1980s to becoming one of the faces helping redefine beauty and visibility for women over 50, Kate shares what it has really been like navigating the modelling world across multiple generations.

In this episode we talk about how the fashion industry has evolved, how modelling opportunities for mature women are finally expanding, and what it takes to maintain longevity in such a competitive business. Kate also shares insights from working with major international brands, the realities behind the glamorous image of modelling, and how her approach to beauty, confidence and makeup has changed over the years.

It is an honest and fascinating conversation about ageing, resilience, and building a career that continues to evolve long after many people expect it to end.

In Episode 67 of The Buzz with Bernadette, I sit down with Maitri, founder of Active Wellness Spa and the woman behind a thriving Bollywood dance studio here in Perth.

Maitri’s story is one of determination and resilience. She arrived in Australia at just 17 years old as a student with nothing to her name, working three jobs while studying full-time at university. Later, while holding a full-time government job, she continued building her dance studio on the side. After an injury changed the course of her career, she followed her passion for wellness and movement and created Active Wellness Spa to help others recover, recharge and prioritise their wellbeing.

In this episode we talk about her journey, the challenges she overcame, and her mission to inspire women of every background to believe that success comes from the hard work you’re willing to put in.

This episode was filmed at Active Wellness Spa, our official venue sponsor with locations in Victoria Park and Osborne Park.

In this episode of The Buzz with Bernadette, Bernadette sits down with entrepreneur and mum Sasha Eburne, who shares the story behind how she built a thriving online business and scaled it into a highly successful venture.

Sasha talks openly about her journey into the digital business world, the realities of building an online brand, and what it actually takes to grow and scale a business in today’s fast-moving online landscape. From navigating motherhood to creating financial independence, her story is one of resilience, ambition and learning how to work smarter in the modern digital economy.

It’s a fascinating conversation about entrepreneurship, mindset, and the opportunities that exist for women who want to take control of their careers and build something of their own.

In this episode we cover:
• Sasha’s journey into entrepreneurship
• Building and scaling an online business
• The realities behind digital success
• Balancing motherhood and business
• The mindset required to grow a modern online brand

Watch the full video episode on YouTube or listen here on Spotify.

Keep sparkling and stay fabulous.

On the Buzz with Bernadette we spotlight women who have built success their own way.In this episode of The Buzz with Bernadette, I sit down with Charlie Bell, founder of Seacycle Swim & Resort, the Perth-based swim and resort wear brand that’s quietly taken over wardrobes across Australia.What started at a Melbourne kitchen table during the pandemic, sewing face masks after her 15-year recruitment career collapsed overnight, has evolved into a fast-growing fashion label selling out online in hours and clocking close to half a million dollars in sales in a single month.Charlie shares the real story behind Seacycle Swim & Resort:• Losing her business when borders closed• Launching Little Masketeers during the face mask mandate• Falling in love with e-commerce and the addictive “cha-ching” of Shopify sales• Being locked out of Australia and spending months in the US and Bali• Designing every print herself• Committing to recycled swim fabrics and premium linen from day one• Moving her family to Perth for lifestyle• Building a brand without ever missing a school drop-offWe talk about quality, growth, motherhood, scaling a product-based business, and what success actually looks like when you refuse to sacrifice time with your kids.If you’re interested in entrepreneurship, fashion startups, Australian swimwear brands, women in business, or building an online e-commerce brand from scratch, this conversation is for you.Subscribe for more interviews with inspiring founders, creatives, and entrepreneurs.New episodes weekly.