Fearlessly Failing with Lola Berry

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In this episode of Fearlessly Failing, I was lucky enough to sit down and chat with actor Damien Strouthos about his incredible career, from Shakespearean beginnings to TV and film success. We dive into his experiences with theatre, including a memorable story about stepping into a role with just 24 hours' notice. Damien shares his insights on resilience, AQ (adversity quotient) which wwas coined by Dr. Paul Stoltz, and it measures an individual's ability to handle difficult life circumstances and remain resilient, and the importance of having a supportive tribe. Damien also talks about his podcast, The Resilient Actor, and how it's helped him connect with others in the industry. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone looking to build their resilience and navigate the ups and downs of a creative career. You can check out his website here: https://theresilientactor.com.au/ and poddy here: https://theresilientactor.com.au/podcast This episode is for anyone with a creative passion on dream, hope you love it! Big love, Lola Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This past week in La La Land: Righto, I had a fun audition earlier in the week, where I got to play a bit of a meanie (and i dressed her in all pink, down to the nails). The audition came in at 7:04PM Monday night and was due by 11AM the following day. There's a saying that you become “audition fit” in LA because you do so many auditions, but i think its because you have to get so good at the fast turn arounds. I dont mind it but in Australia you usually get a good week to prepare and learn audition sides (scripts), where as here, it's so quick and to be honest, I dont think I'm putting up my best work. but I am throwing my hat in the mix, so I guess it's just the way different industries in different places work. Found a cool new pod studio in LA to record from, it's a film and audio podcast space in North Hollywood and its brilliant. Its called Bear Punch TV and if you're ever in LA and need a pod space, its a goodie. They have multiple room options and have even built a fun green rooms for guests and hosts too. I'm leading a yin yoga teacher training in Beverly Hills this month, I've led retreats before but never a full blown teacher training so thats going to be exciting. I'm currently preparing a lecture on the chakras, koshas and kleshas. Here's a little snapshot: CHAKRAS: These guys are like energy centres “Chakra” means “wheel” in Sanskrit. In yogic traditions, chakras are subtle energy centres in the body that regulate physical, emotional, and spiritual processes, and we have 7 of them, starting at the base with our root chakra and moving all the way up to the crown chakra: Root (stability, survival) red Sacral (creativity, pleasure) orange Solar plexus (power, confidence) yellow Heart (love, compassion) green Throat (communication) blue Third eye (intuition) purple Crown (spiritual connection) violet or white Fun fact, they say you can use “colour therapy” to wear these colours to tap into each chakras energy. KOSHAS: Next up we have the Koshas, they translate to sheath or layer, i like to think of these guys a bit like the layers of an onion, the deep you go, the closer you get to the true self aka ATMAN: Annamaya Kosha – physical body (food sheath) Pranamaya Kosha – energy/breath body Manomaya Kosha – mind (thoughts, emotions) Vijnanamaya Kosha – wisdom/intellect and intuition Anandamaya Kosha – bliss or deep inner peace KLESHAS: Kleshas come from the Yoga Sutras of Patanjali and describe mental afflictions or the root causes of human suffering. There are 5 main kleshas: Avidya – ignorance (misunderstanding reality) Asmita – egoism (over-identification with the self) Raga – attachment (craving pleasure) Dvesha – aversion (avoiding pain) Abhinivesha – fear of death Other that that, I've ben hiking, working on a new book idea, looking for a new podcast home and self submitting for acting gigs. So the LA grind is on. Oh and we also saw 2 rockets, apparently SpaceX launches satellites from California all the time, but we'd just never seen them before, pretty cool. I'll add a pic! I've also got an app (it's called Next Space Flight) now so I can track when they launch and watch it from out balcony. Pretty cool, especially if you've seen Project Hail Mary recently. Which I would give 10/10 stars so if you haven't seen it, def pop it on your list! Big love, Lola Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of fearlessly Failing Hot Seat, our guest shares their favorite spots in Australia, from Bondi Beach to the Gold Coast, and reveals their love for sharks and shark conservation. We dive into their favorite coffee order, a Matcha with cloud foam, and their go-to spot in LA, Aroma Cafe in Studio City. They also geek out over their favorite singer-songwriter, Billy Joel, and share a movie reference that's a nod to their boyfriend's name. With a dash of humor and a whole lot of charm, this episode is a fun and lighthearted conversation that's sure to leave you smiling. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Fearlessly Failing, i get to sit down and chat with Jillian Shea Spaeder, a multi-talented actor, writer, singer songwriter, and producer. We dive into Jillian's journey from writing and producing her first feature film (which features a blue tongue lizard) SAVING BUDDY CHARLES - you can watch it here for free: Watch - Saving Buddy Charles We discuss the challenges of wearing multiple hats, from writer to producer to actor, and how Jillian learned to delegate and trust her team. We also touch on Jillian's passion for creating content that tackles tough topics, like eating disorders, and her upcoming novel. In face Jillian has created an award winning short: The Noise, you can watch it here trigger warning, it does tackle the topic of eating disorders. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone looking for inspiration and behind-the-scenes stories from the film industry. You can follow Jillian on insta here: Jillian insta And TikTok here: Jillian TikTok Big thank you to the local studio we recorded this episode at Bear Punch Studios in North Hollywood: check them out here And here's my insta, stay in touch! My insta! Big love, Lola Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I'm sharing a behind-the-scenes look at my recent adventures in Los Angeles. From exploring the city's vibrant culture to catching up on the latest movies, I'm dishing out the details on what's been on my radar lately. I'm also chatting about my upcoming yoga teacher training in Beverly Hills, where I'll be leading a group of aspiring instructors. Plus, I'm sharing some insights from a fascinating conversation with my friend Libya, who's an expert in space and its effects on our well-being. It's a fun and eclectic mix of stories and ideas that I'm excited to share with you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's an honour to host the Australia House @ SXSW podcast! Brought to you by the American Australian Association! Today's episode is the CREATIVE GO-GETTERS: We have so many creatives on this ep! Dario Russo - writer and director of The Fox starring Olivia Colman, Sam Neil, Emily Browning and Jai Courtney. Richard E Williams - writer, producer and director of Dead Eyes Weston & Wade - creators and actors in Codependent (this is also the pilot that I acted in and matt composed on) Josh - director of his third feature film The Great Emu War Shu - jumped on to talk about her film 5 blind dates which is out on Amazon Prime now Barry Conrad - who's also an actor and was the mcee of Australia House @ SXSW Hope you love these chats with creative go-getters! Thanks to AUSTRALIA HOUSE supporters Australian Goverment - Dept. of Foreign Affairs & Trade Investment New South Wales Realtor.com Big love, Lola Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I'm sharing a little bit about my week in Los Angeles. I'm excited to dive into my latest adventures, from catching up with a sweet little actor to exploring the beautiful streets of Santa Monica. I'm also talking about my recent numerology journey and how it's been helping me understand myself and others better. Plus, I'm sharing some fun and easy abundance spells you can try at home, and I'm getting ready to co-lead a Yin Yoga Teacher Training in Beverly Hills. It's going to be a busy but exciting week, and I'm so glad you're joining me on this journey. Big love from La La Land, Lola Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's an honour to host the Australia House @ SXSW podcast! Brought to you by the American Australian Association! Today's episode is all about BIG THINKERS: First up we have Denis Skrinnikoff, the Chief Technology Officer of IREN, I learnt so much from Denis not just about the future of tech and AI but also about IRENs sustainable large scale data centres. Denis inspired me to lean into the future of AI and to grow with it, instead of fearing it. Next up is Steven Marshall AO, President of the American Australian Association. What a brilliant human and voice. We talked about his role at the American Australian Association, his time as the former premier for South Australia, and the Port Adelaide AFL footy team of course! Jason Brushe from Nvidia (now the biggest company in the world) was like sitting down with my own personal motivational coach, he's a straight up human, and I love what i love most about Aussies. What you see is what you get with Jason. He will inspire you to stay curios, fail forward, and to move fast. Andy Stone is the Chief Brand and Culture Officer at the iconic Bluestone Lane Coffee and Old Mates Pub in NYC. He's a total go-getter! He'll have you wanting to set up your very own coffee shop! You can tell Andy cares about community and connection which is probably one of the resaons Blue Stone Lane is so successful! Emma Lehnhardt is a really cool human on a mission, she worked at NASA managing the business operations of the 7 billion Lunar Gateway program, which is literally a mini space station that will orbit the moon. Emma is so passionate about space, she's even working on her very own Sifi novel, so watch this space! Big thank you to the G'DAY USA Program's Australia House @ SXSW partners: IREN DFAT (Australian Dept. of Foreign Affairs & Trade) Investment New South Wales Realtor.com Bluestone Lane X-BOW Tune in next week for chats from the creatives at Australia House @ SXSW Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I'm sharing a wild week in LA, from background acting on a TV show to a rattlesnake encounter on a hike. I'm also diving into my yoga teaching journey, including a philosophy talk on chakras, koshas, and kleshas. I'm excited to see the movie Project Hail Mary and I think that it will be my next book club book, by Andy Weir. Tune in till the end for a little card reading too! Big love, Lola Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Fearlessly Failing, we share our whirlwind experience at SXSW - ps my fiancé Matt joins this chat. From navigating the chaotic festival to attending exclusive events and meeting industry leaders, we dive into the highs and lows of their adventure. Lola opens up about her nerves and triumphs, including a VIP experience at Paramount Plus Lodge. This episode a must-listen for anyone looking to take risks and push past their comfort zones. We both did panel talks, red carpets and met lots of new people! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Diary Pod, I share my whirlwind experience at SXSW festival in Austin, Texas. From attending the world premiere of their TV show Codependent to hosting the Australia House podcast! It was unreal to meet fellow creatives, attend panels, and enjoying the city's vibrant culture. With a mix of excitement and reflection, here are my takeaways from the experience; including the importance of being adaptable (especially when it comes to podcasting) and the value of meaningful connections. We met some brill humans, if you get the chance to go to SXSW, defiantly say yes! Big love, Lola Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of fearlessly Failing Hot Seat, we're joined by Stephen Madsen, a passionate actor with a love for the stage and screen. We dive into all the fave hot seat questions! From his fave cities, from the magic of New York to the beauty of Sydney, and explore his passion for nature spots like New Zealand. Stephen shares his top book recommendations, including David Mitchell and Arundhati Roy, and talks about his fave movies and plays, like Melancholia and The Crucible. We also discuss the importance of being an audience member and finding joy in the creative process, rather than just being a creator. Hope you love this hot seat ep! As always, if you like this ep please share with your buds and spread the Fearlessly Failing love. Your next episodes will be coming to you from Austin, Texas for SXSW Festival!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Fearlessly Failing, I chat with another creative, you know i love sitting down with creative souls!! Today i'm chatting with actor, singer and dancer Stephen. We unpack his journey from drama school to landing roles in TV and film. We look at the differences between theatre and screen acting, with Stephen sharing his experiences on shows like Spartacus and Home and Away. He opens up about the physical demands of playing gladiator characters and the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. My nutritionist brain loved hearing about the health prep that goes into this side of things! With a career spanning musical theatre, TV, and film, Stephen's insights offer a unique perspective on the entertainment industry and the challenges of balancing creativity with commercial success. Hope you love this chat! Mega love, Lola Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I'm sharing my adventures from the past week, from exploring historic theaters in LA to attending the LA Marathon and working on a big TV show. I'm excited to share my experience of being a background actor on the hit show Grey's Anatomy, where I got to be on set and learn the ropes. I'm also looking forward to hosting a podcast for Australia House at South by Southwest, where I'll be interviewing creatives and industry experts. Plus, I'm sharing my thoughts on why I'm doing background acting and how it's helping me prepare for bigger roles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of fearlessly Failing Hot Seat, host chats with Gabriella Pomari about her life, passions, and values. They dive into her favorite sweet treats, like the Mad Chip Sunday, a dairy-free ice cream sandwich. Gabriella shares her love for New York City, where she studied at Columbia, and her favorite Broadway show, The Secret Life of Mormons Wives. They discuss her introverted nature, the importance of self-care, and her favorite books, including Time Traveler's Wife and Meil Robbins' Seven Questions. This conversation is a delightful exploration of Gabriella's personality and interests. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Fearlessly Failing, I chat with Gabriella, a family lawyer and author of The Collaborative Co-Parent. We dive into the often stigmatised topic of divorce, discussing how it can be a chance for growth and learning. Gabriella shares her four pillars of communication, which can be applied to any area of life! Pillars of Communication: Gabriella talks about the importance of prioritising values, especially when co-parenting. They also discuss the concept of "quiet quitting" in relationships and how it can be a sign of a deeper issue. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone navigating the complexities of relationships and anyone wanting to learning more about family law. We also touch on Gabriella's next book The Good Girl Blueprint which will be out later this year or early next year! You can learn more about Gabriella here: https://thecollaborativeco-parent.com.au/ Hope you loved this chat! As always, if you're a fan i'd love it if you could share this with your mates and subscribe, that's what helps us grow. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on the Diary podcast, heres an update from Los Angeles! I've been under the weather a tad with a lurgie. So it's all been about self-care, including yoga and a posture clinic, and is feeling more energised. We've also got an upcoming trip to SXSW Festival in Austin, Texas, where I'lll be podcasting with guest covering all and aerospace industries. I'm really excited to share my experiences and insights with listeners. Stay tuned for SXSW adventures Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Fearlessly Failing Hot Seat, we're getting a behind-the-scenes look at the geta USA gala. Joining us is a special guest who shares their favorite moments from the night, from the red carpet to the music acts. We dive into their thoughts on everything from their favorite drink (it's a Negroni, of course!) to their favorite celebrity spotting (hello, Vince Vaughn!). But it's not all fun and games - our guest also opens up about what really stood out to them, from the amazing food to the emotional moments. It's a quick and fun episode that's sure to leave you feeling like you're part of the party. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Fearlessly Failing, Matt and I share our behind-the-scenes experience at the G'day USA gala, celebrating Australian's in America. We deep dive it all; from nervousness on the red carpet, and the fun she had meeting fellow Aussies like Jacki Weaver and having a ripper night with our buds. Ian Thorpe was honoured, it was really cool to see his career over the years and hear him speak! I also share all my prep process and tricks, from finding the perfect outfit to getting her hair and makeup done. We hope you love this chat and celebration of all things Aussies in USA! Big love from Matt & Lola Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.