Fearlessly Failing with Lola Berry

From Chocolate Hats to Post-Apocalyptic Fashion: Inside the World of Hollywood Costume Design Step into the captivating world of costume design with Christopher Metzker, a creative genius who brings characters to life through fabric and detail. In this episode, Lola Berry explores Christopher's remarkable career spanning film, TV, and theatre. From crafting edible chocolate hats for "The Menu" to distressing post-apocalyptic wardrobes for "Fallout," Christopher reveals how costumes tell stories that words cannot. His attention to detail and collaborative spirit have made him a sought-after designer for major productions including "Chevalier" with Austin Butler and Matt Smith. Timestamps:06:30 - Behind the scenes of "Chevalier" and creating authentic 90s punk aesthetic15:45 - The storytelling power of costumes and how they help actors access characters22:15 - Creating the post-apocalyptic world of "Fallout" and sourcing unique materials31:40 - The difference between designing for theater versus film/TV38:20 - The surprising truth about edible chocolate hats for "The Menu"42:30 - Career advice for aspiring creatives in the entertainment industry Christopher shares invaluable insights about the balance between creativity and practicality in his work. "The process has its artsy-fartsy time... but at a certain point, the practicality has to become the thing," he explains. His approach combines meticulous planning with artistic vision, all while maintaining kindness that keeps him in demand. Ready for a fascinating journey into how the clothes we see on screen help tell stories? Listen now to discover the incredible craftsmanship and creativity behind your favourite film and TV costumes!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to your Los Angeles Dairy: A Peek into the Nomad Life Ever had one of those days when technology decides to rebel against your best-laid plans? In this candid diary episode, our host takes us behind the podcast curtain, sharing the real struggles of corrupted SD cards and lost interviews. After six years and over 700 episodes, even seasoned podcasters face technical hiccups! But it's not all digital drama—we're whisked away on a journey through arthouse cinemas, literary adventures, and the excitement of upcoming travels, all delivered with authentic, unfiltered enthusiasm. Timestamps: 2:15 - Podcast Mishaps: The frustrating loss of an interview with a Hollywood costume designer (who thankfully agreed to re-record!) 5:30 - Cinema Adventures: Experiencing the National Theatre's "Inter Alia" starring Rosamund Pike and discovering hidden arthouse theaters in LA 11:20 - Book Club Returns: Deep dive into "Blood of Hercules" by Jasmine Mass and upcoming reading plans including "Red Rising" and "Alchemized" 18:40 - Oracle Card Reading: Insights on simplifying life, mother healing, and the promise of synchronicity and unexpected abundance 21:15 - Australian Recording Plans: Upcoming podcast recording sessions in Sydney and Melbourne with a call for guest suggestions Don't miss next week's episode—coming just one day later than usual due to travel—for what promises to be an especially exciting diary pod update!  Big love from La La Land, Lola   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Claire Lovering Takes the Hot Seat: Authenticity, Acting, and Life Beyond the Stage! Ever wondered what makes an actor tick beyond the spotlight? Claire Lovering brings her genuine charm to this episode of Fearlessly Failing Hot Seat, revealing the person behind the performances. From her commitment to giving up fries for an entire year to her refreshingly honest take on career competition, Claire offers a glimpse into her world with humor and heart. In this rapid-fire conversation, Claire opens up about her favorite cities (spoiler: LA might be winning over Paris), her genuine fear of heights, and why accountability matters so deeply to her. The conversation takes a delightful turn when she shares how her relationship with her actor boyfriend functions as a true partnership rather than a competition—where "his wins feel like my wins." Timestamps & Key Takeaways: 2:15 - Sweet or savoury? Claire's year-long commitment to avoiding fries3:30 - Favourite cities and beach spots, including shark encounters at Rottnest Island5:20 - Confronting her fear of heights, including a stage-jumping incident that led to injury6:45 - Claire's favourite quality about herself: her sense of humour and making her boyfriend laugh8:30 - Favourite plays and movies, including "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf" and indie picks10:40 - The supportive dynamic with her actor boyfriend: "We're a team"12:15 - Advice for young actors: "I'm a human being who acts" - finding identity beyond the craft Don't miss Claire's powerful perspective on maintaining your humanity in the entertainment industry. Catch her performance in "Play Dirty" on Amazon Prime, and tune in next Wednesday for another Fearlessly Failing Hot Seat episode that dives deep into the real stories behind success!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meet the brilliant Aussie actor Claire Lovering: In this chat we explore and deep dive not only her body of work but her most recent feature film; Play Dirty, so settle in as we unpack this awesome dream adventure! Audition to Action: Claire Lovering's Hollywood Journey Claire Lovering's journey from Australian theatre to Hollywood blockbusters is a masterclass in persistence and preparation. In this candid conversation, the actress shares her exhilarating experience landing a lead role opposite Mark Wahlberg in Shane Black's crime thriller Play Dirty. With refreshing honesty, Claire reveals how she conquered imposter syndrome on set and developed techniques to stay grounded amid the chaos of filmmaking. Her story is one of calculated risks, strategic career moves, and the courage to put herself forward when opportunity knocks. From her acclaimed theatre work with Australia's premier companies to her breakthrough screen roles, Claire offers listeners a behind-the-scenes look at the realities of building an acting career. She shares practical wisdom about maintaining confidence in an industry filled with rejection, the importance of nurturing professional relationships, and her disciplined approach to performance preparation. Whether discussing her self-funded one-woman show or her techniques for staying focused on set, Claire's insights reveal the dedication behind her success. Timestamps and Key Takeaways: 08:30 - Theatre vs. Screen Acting: Claire discusses her journey from theatre to screen work and how each medium has shaped her acting process. 15:20 - Landing "Play Dirty": The unexpected audition process that led to Claire's biggest Hollywood role to date. 23:45 - Preparing for a Major Role: Claire's detailed research process, from dialect coaching to Google Maps tours of her character's neighborhood. 32:10 - Breaking Into the Industry: Practical advice for new actors on creating opportunities, including self-producing work and building relationships with casting directors. 39:15 - Staying Grounded on Set: How Claire maintains focus amid the chaos of filmmaking, including her technique of avoiding video village and eliminating caffeine during shoots. 46:30 - The Confidence Challenge: Claire's strategies for maintaining confidence in LA's competitive entertainment industry. Don't miss this inspiring conversation with one of Australia's rising stars making her mark in Hollywood. Claire's journey proves that with preparation, persistence and the courage to put yourself forward, dreams can become reality. Listen now to get the full story behind her success! And you can watch the trailer to Play Dirty here, which is officially out now on Amazon! Play Dirty Trailer You can follow Claire on insta here too: https://www.instagram.com/clairelovering/ Hope you love this ep! Big big love!  Lola See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back to the Friday LA Diary! Big Love Lola xSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fearlessly Failing Hot Seat with Pip Cowley! Ever wondered what makes creative powerhouses tick? In this bite-sized episode of Fearlessly Failing Hot Seat, we dive into the mind of Philippa Cowley through rapid-fire questions that reveal everything from her chocolate preferences to her creative philosophy. This intimate conversation uncovers Pip's Scottish heritage, her love affair with New York City, and why ocean time is her non-negotiable daily ritual. Beyond the personal tidbits, she shares golden wisdom for aspiring creatives about persistence, handling rejection, and the power of collaboration. Timestamps & Key Takeaways: **0:30** - Introduction to Philippa Anna Campbell Cowley and her Scottish heritage* Full name reveals family connections on both sides **1:15** - Food preferences and chocolate comparisons* Savory with a chocolate exception* Preference for American healthy chocolate brands over Australian options **2:00** - Favorite places in the world* New York tops her city list* Whistler holds special memories from her time as a ski instructor* Bondi Beach gets honorable mention for its spectacular views and point breaks **3:30** - Daily non-negotiables* Beach time is essential for grounding* Ocean breeze provides daily restoration **4:15** - Career advice for creatives* "Go after it" - take the leap toward dream jobs* Be persistent with outreach* Work on personal creative projects to showcase your unique perspective* "Get really good at rejection" - resilience is key **5:30** - Five-year vision* Working on screenplay projects* Embracing collaboration with other creatives Ready to hear more insights from fascinating minds like Pip's? Don't miss new episodes of Fearlessly Failing Hot Seat dropping every Wednesday – where candid conversations reveal the human side of success and the beauty of fearlessly failing forward.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the pod: Photographer and creative director Pip Cowley! Ever wondered what it's like to photograph Taylor Swift, Jason Bateman, or Prince William? Meet Pip Cowley, an Aussie photographer and creative director who's built an extraordinary career capturing some of the world's biggest stars. In this candid conversation, Pip takes us behind the scenes of her remarkable journey from Australia's Channel V to becoming one of the most sought-after photographers in America.  Pip's story is one of bold career pivots and fearless creativity. What began as a passion for music photography evolved into commercial work, sports photography for brands like Nike, and eventually directing. Her ability to read human behavior and anticipate magical moments has made her the photographer of choice at events like the Grammys, where Taylor Swift personally called her over for photos, and the US Open, fulfilling her lifelong tennis fan dreams. Key Takeaways:- 05:30: Pip's transition from Channel V to New York without a job, and how a chance meeting at a party led to her advertising career- 11:45: The art of capturing movement and working with athletes at events like the US Open- 18:30: Behind the scenes at Global Citizen, working with Hugh Jackman and other celebrities for social causes- 24:15: The unforgettable Grammy Awards experience with Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, Lizzo, and Adele- 26:30: Advice for aspiring creatives: persistence, personal projects, and not being afraid to reach out- 32:00: How Pip stays grounded despite her jet-setting lifestyle- 37:30: Pip reveals her exciting new venture into screenwriting I hope you love this inspiring conversation about creative persistence, finding authentic connections in Hollywood, and the courage to pursue new creative challenges. Whether you're an aspiring photographer, filmmaker, or any type of creative, Pip's journey proves that with talent and determination, extraordinary opportunities await. Big love from sunny Los Angeles,  Lola See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to a Los Angeles Diary ep:  Lots to talk about this week! Stay tuned for oracle card reading (at the end)  The weekly round up: interviewed my photographer mate Pip Cowley (out Monday) Erewhon dates with Aussie in town Alice, of course I had to get her the Strawberry Glaze Bieber  smoothie Taught yoges in Hollywood this week Went to a 3 day wedding extravaganza (no piccys at the actual wedding) but was held at the iconic Hollywood treasure The Beverly Hills Hotel. The staff were telling us stories about Prince living there for a year, they said their favourite clients were Robin Williams and The Rock.  The welcome party was at this beautiful hotel too with lovely views of Los Angeles at nighttime, I haven’t been on a Hollywood rooftop in such a long time, it reminded me of when I first came to Los Angeles and fell in love with those views. This week I filmed content for Tru Niagen which was loads of fun. You can check them out here: https://www.truniagen.com/  I’ve teamed up with Tru Niagen @truniagen to talk to you about NAD+ and NR which is the key ingredient in Tru Niagen. It’s the #1 NAD+ supplement in the U.S. and is backed by over 35 clinical trials and over 500 peer reviewed studies. Good news I’ve got a code to get you 20% off Tru Niagen, use LOLA20 at the checkout for a ripper discount. #Ad #TruNiagenPartner  Well i'm talking about things i'm loving, heres a link to my buddy David the Medium's live tour covering Australia and New Zealand, he's funny, witty and a very talent psychic medium. https://www.davidthemedium.com/ And another talented mate Emma, asked me to write a feature on her substack, you can check it out here: https://substack.com/home/post/p-173780525 Righto - that's it from me gangles! Speak next week Big love from La La Land  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Enjoy this set of hot seat questions with the down to earth, Aussie go-getter: Linda Duncombe! Big Love  Lola xSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Strap yourselves in for this incredible woman; Linda Duncombe! She's an absolute powerhouse! Linda Duncombe is the Producer and Executive Producer of the feature film The Queenʼs Jewels, and has had an incredible career before she started making films as the Executive Vice President, Chief Marketing, Data and Digital Officer at City National Bank, also known as “the bank to the stars."  In this chat we talk about Linda's work ethic, Aussie roots and passion for film making.  Linda has been voted 5 times by Variety as one of the most powerful women in Hollywood, and on top of all that; Linda has been awarded an Order of Australia Medal (OAM). She sits on the SAG-AFTRA and Grammys boards just to name a few! Linda and I deep dive the business side of film making, and she has such great advice for anyone with a passion or creative dream!  You can follow Linda's movie The Queens Jewel's on insta here: https://www.instagram.com/thequeensjewelsmovie/ And you can follow Linda here: https://www.instagram.com/lindy_loo10/ Hope you love this ep as much as I do! Big love,  Lola See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Hot seat! 40th Birthday edition! Big Love Lola xSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

40 Questions for turning 40!! The Bosso (aka my boyfriend Matt) interviews me about turning 40! And he turns 40 just 2 days after me so this is a joint celebration poddy ep, i hope you love it! Hope you love this ep and all the birthday vibes! Big Love Lola xSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Get ready to detox and declutter this Virgo season! You asked and here it is, a wellness episode! Here are my top tips for a simple spring cleanse. From upping your water intake to cutting out refined sugars, let's make it easy with actionable steps.  In this ep; we talk mental, physical, emotional and spiritual reseting. Now grab your journal and let's get started! Timestamps:00:01 Intro 02:30 Hydration tips and lemon water04:15 Veggie variety 06:00 Cutting sugar & seed oils08:45 Daily movement & sleep (this can be super gentle) 10:30 Fresh air & decluttering12:15 Keeping it simple14:30 Habit swapping16:45 Journaling & intention setting Hope you love this Wellness ep!  Big love,  Lola See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The week that was in LA:  Auditioned for a hemorrhoid cream ad: I was so excited when I got the casting networks email notification. I would be reading for a spin instructor, easy enough. I thought I better google the brand, turns out its hemorrhoid cream. Fun times for me! Still gave it a red hot crack Lovely. Do you know the first audition that I got when I moved to LA was an ad for vagina deodorant. I did the audition, didn’t book it, but I still did the audition. I had to play a “fanny godmother” and dress up as a fairy then say “I’m your fanny godmother, and with my want explain and point to body parts as I say its a “whole body deodorant, safe to use on your feet, pits and privates.” In what order I’ll never know, I didn’t get the gig. Echo park farmers market on a Friday night no less, things like this make me love LA. Wine bar (chilled French red) in echo park, its called Dada Silverlake farmers market Saturday morning. Got this amazing dip called “the kitchen sink” dip from the stall called “The Brothers” A natural hike with may lovely friend who full sees me here in LA TV shows: platonic wit hath Rogan and Rose Byrne Song on repeat: Mumford and Sons Babel “Cause I'll know my weakness, know my voice. And I believe in grace and choice. And I know perhaps my heart is fast. But I’ll be born without a mask” - From Babel by Mumford & Sons Here’s the thing; LA is beast, it’s wild, woolly, tough, brutal and hard. But in some weird messed up way, it rewards hard work, blood, sweat and tears. And you know what, its been one of those weeks, one of those weeks where the tears have flowed, the hard work has felt like its amounted to nothing, but bizarrely, in a good way, in a letting go, cathartic way. Its time to trust. In myself. Big love for La La Land See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fearlessly Failing Hot Seat with Yogi Meg Can you handle the heat? In this rapid-fire episode, podcast host Lola grills rising yoga teacher Meg with quick questions to uncover her most honest thoughts on life, laughs, and finding your unique voice. Get ready for lots of gems dropped at warp speed. 1:23 - Meg shares her favorite city (LA!) and nature escape (Joshua Tree). Both places align with the retreat location. 2:45 - Honesty and communication are non-negotiables for Meg in relationships. She can't stand avoidance and flaky behavior. 4:12 - TikTok cracks Meg up lately. Humans are frustrating yet hilarious. 5:34 - Legs up the wall is Meg's go-to yoga pose for a chill nervous system reset. 7:01 - Advice for new teachers: find your unique voice and style. Confidence comes from teaching in your own way. 8:22 - Having head teachers watch your class is nerve-wracking! But focus on your students and it'll go smoothly. Use code CHILL50 for $50 off our upcoming retreat in Joshua Tree. click here for retreat info! Tune in next week for more rapid-fire wisdom.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode has a bit of a wellness vibe today! All in celebration of our retreat in Joshua Tree! We have a special discount code: CHILL50 for $50 off the retreat when you book.  Click here for more info on the retreat Get ready to chill out and relax with yogi Meg as we dive into yoga, breathwork, journaling, and more self-care practices. Learn how somatic movement helps you reconnect with your body and release tension. We'll also chat about the magic of Ayurveda, dharma, satya, and santosha. Plus, hear all about our upcoming wellness retreat in Joshua Tree—use code CHILL50 to get $50 off! This soul-nourishing convo will inspire you to give back to yourself. Time to hit reset. Timestamps: 2:30 - What is somatic movement and how Meg got into yoga 8:20 - Ayurvedic medicine and philosophy 13:40 - Meg's favorite yoga words: dharma, satya, santosha 18:30 - Self-care tips: breathwork, stretching, journaling 23:00 - Our Joshua Tree retreat! Details and discount. Discount code: CHILL50 for $50 off when you book the retreat! Big love from La La Land, Lola See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Los Angeles Actor Diary The week that was in Los Angeles:  OUR FIRST TIME VISITING SAG! This has been a lovely week in Los Angeles! One of this weeks full of magic moments. We went to our first ever screening at SAG! It was pretty special, we saw a screener of our mates feature film ahead of it being released. And the theatre at SAG is called the Meryl Streep Theatre. Then each chair has a different actors name on it, I was lucky enough to sit on the Matt Damon seat, Boss was on Julia Roberts and our mate Laura was on Ben Affleck, what a row! Apparently the names of people on these seats donated considerable amounts to SAG during covid. So the screening was loads of fun, we went to Barney’s Beanery in West Hollywood afterwards to celebrate out mates! So surreal to see a movie come to life like that, so so cool. Then on Sunday we went to this Emmy nominations party for composers, Bosso is a composer so this was right up his alley. It was this cool house out in the Hollywood Hills and 4 composers and a choir performed from upcoming Emmy nominated TV shows, I loved the music from Agatha All Night Long. They also had a real life Emmy at this party, I made a wish on it naturally! This week I also had a lovely dinner at The Holloway House (which is part of Soho House), I went there with my mate Pip and we had dinner on their rooftop, it was a lovely place to watch the sun set. I also took a meeting at Los Feliz cafe All Time. This place is still one of my favourite places in Los Angeles, it reminds me of the cute cafes we have in Byron Bay, lands of outdoor seating and plants. Feels a bit magical you know. And now I’m about to start working on 2 influencer pitches, I have two scripts due today for influencer campaigns. So that’s a bit of fun! No auditions this week, but I’ve booked 3 exciting guests for the podcast, I’ve been researching different podcast studios, I have 4 Virgos in my chart, so researching and planning is right up my alley. That’s it from me fam-bam. P.s if you’re in LA and feel like a little getaway my yoga bud Meg and I are running a yogi retreat in October! Check out my last post for more info Big love LolaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.