Sierra Verity-Beasley is a registered music therapist and the creator of Resound Music Therapy, based in Melbourne. Sierra specialises in delivering services to children and families, supporting them to use music intentionally for their child’s development, and to live happier and healthier lives. In this episode, Sierra joins me to chat about the significant difference between music education and music therapy, the importance of not dismissing things in life that are considered “fun” (because fun things can be serious, too!), and the benefits of music therapy and creative relationships in the lives of individuals and society.

Liam Bell is a talented multi-instrumentalist who is best known as the singer, front man, and creative force behind the Aussie-bogan-funk band, Playlunch. He is a powerhouse of talent, working as their CEO, writer, producer, designer - he can do it all! In this episode, Liam joins me to chat about the hard work and reality behind the scenes of being a musician, how creativity and joy have been a driving force in his life and success, and the importance of doing what you love and loving the job you choose to do.

Lucinda Cowden is an actor, improvisor, and educator, among many things, and may be most recognisable from her role as ‘Melanie Pearson’ in Neighbours. In this episode, she joins me to talk about the varying work-life of an actor, the importance of arts and soap operas in creating empathy and connection in our lives, and the consequences for our world when we undervalue the arts. She also tells us about her new works coming up as part of the Flinders Fringe Festival, on from 27th February - 1st March, 2026. Tickets and more info can be found at flindersfringe.com.au