Brave Ideas

Brave Ideas with Nick Larkin

We sat down with Nick Larkin, Co-founder of Qsic — a next-gen audio platform blending AI (Audio + Intelligence) to transform and monetize in-store experiences. Born in Melbourne, Nick’s story is one of grit, growth, and going global. Tune in as he shares the journey from local startup to U.S. expansion, and the roadblocks he hit (and hurdled) along the way.

Brave Ideas with Andrew Nash

Today we’re joined by someone who’s been at the forefront of global innovation for over four decades. Andrew Nash is an Aussie entrepreneur, venture builder, and advisor who’s worked in Silicon Valley, led global companies, co-founded startups, and now mentors the next generation of founders right here in Australia. From his early days as an accountant with a surf habit to launching one of the world’s first SAP consultancies, Andrew’s been connecting dots and building ecosystems before most of us knew what that even meant. In this episode, we unpack the lessons learned across exits, crashes, AI revolutions, and why he thinks Australia is on the cusp of its golden moment—if we can get the ecosystem right. We hope you enjoy it! Today we’re joined by someone who’s been at the forefront of global innovation for over four decades. Andrew Nash is an Aussie entrepreneur, venture builder, and advisor who’s worked in Silicon Valley, led global companies, co-founded startups, and now mentors the next generation of founders right here in Australia. From his early days as an accountant with a surf habit to launching one of the world’s first SAP consultancies, Andrew’s been connecting dots and building ecosystems before most of us knew what that even meant. In this episode, we unpack the lessons learned across exits, crashes, AI revolutions, and why he thinks Australia is on the cusp of its golden moment—if we can get the ecosystem right. Let’s get into it.

Brave Ideas with Athan Didaskalou

Today, we’re talking with Athan Didaskalou, the co-founder of July, Australia's most stylish luggage brand and a serious global contender in the travel space. Athan’s journey is nothing short of inspiring—from working in agencies and running a coffee business to shaking up the luggage industry with sleek design, direct-to-consumer innovation, and a serious ambition to take on the big players. In this episode, we’ll unpack his obsession with design, his global expansion plans, and how he’s managed to build a brand people genuinely get excited about. Plus, we might just hear about some wild ideas that didn’t quite make the cut.

Brave Ideas with Tim Fung

Today we’re diving into the journey of a true entrepreneurial powerhouse. Joining us is Tim Fung, co-founder and CEO of Airtasker, the platform that’s redefining how we get things done. From pulling out his dad’s grey hairs for pocket money to scaling a global marketplace, Tim’s story is one of hustle, adaptability, and big, bold bets. In this episode, we explore the power of marketplaces, the reality of startup growth, and why Tim believes embracing discomfort is the key to success. Whether you're a founder, an innovator, or just someone with a Brave Idea waiting to take flight—this one’s for you.

Brave Ideas with Homie Clothing

This week, we’re talking with Marcus Crook and Nick Pearce, founders of Homie, the Melbourne-based streetwear label with a mission—supporting young people affected by homelessness. They’ve taken that purpose even further with Reborn, upcycling clothing from brands like Champion and Country Road to keep garments out of landfill. From humble beginnings to partnering with major retailers, they’ve built a social enterprise that’s changing lives—over 3,500 young people supported, 17,000 hours of employment created, and 13,000 clothing items gifted. We talk about the misconceptions around homelessness, the challenges of running a purpose-driven brand, and how they’re reshaping the fashion industry through impact-led innovation. It’s a powerful story of resilience, creativity, and social change. So sit back and enjoy our conversation with Marcus Crook and Nick Pearce.