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In episode 37, I sit down with the compassionate human that is Kiah Butschi. Originally from Switzerland and moving to Australia without speaking English, Kiah has taken a pretty unique path through life. She currently works in support and as a massage therapist, and has also spent years involved in environmental activism, human rights and aid work, including working in a refugee camp. She seems to have always had a strong drive to stand up for people, animals and the environment. We chat about her travels, the experiences that have shaped the way she sees the world, her political views and activism, and her experience during the Black Summer bushfires. It was great to sit down with Kiah and hear about the things that have shaped her outlook and the causes she’s chosen to stand up for. Join me as I enter the world of the kind hearted, Kiah Butschi. Disclaimer: coarse language https://www.loopli.com.au/ Send us Fan Mail Support the show

In Episode 36 I catch up with the Queen of Seaweed, Dr Pia Winberg. Originally from Sweden but now living in Australia, Pia is a marine ecologist, entrepreneur and the Founder and CEO of Phyco Health. She’s spent much of her life exploring the relationship between the ocean, science and human health. From her work as a marine ecologist and researcher to developing products using seaweed and marine plants, her career has taken her well beyond the traditional path of a scientist. We chat about her fascination with the ocean, the science behind seaweed and its potential applications, the products she’s created from it, what it takes to turn scientific ideas into real businesses, and the story behind Phyco Health. It was fascinating to hear how Pia has combined her love of the marine environment with science, innovation and entrepreneurship. Take a moment to join me as I slide into the life of The Queen of Seaweed, Dr. Pia Winberg. Disclaimer: language warning, blood and gore, detailed injury https://www.loopli.com.au/ Send us Fan Mail Support the show

In episode 35, I am joined by the marvellous Moo Dath. From being born in Fiji and growing up in New Zealand to now residing in Australia, Moo has lived a life that has taken plenty of unexpected turns. From the wild years of partying and living hard when she was younger, to splitting her time between the snow in Jindabyne and the Gold Coast, becoming a mum to two boys and experiencing the dramatic shift that came with motherhood. We chat about her time in politics as a Greens member for Shoalhaven Council, her involvement in circus, yoga and meditation, and her struggles with alcoholism and mental health. It's a raw and varied story with so many different chapters, and I was grateful to Moo for opening up and sharing the experiences that have helped shape the person she is today. Take a moment to join me as I dive into the colourful life of Moo Dath.  Content Warning: This episode contains coarse and potentially offensive language, discussions of drug and alcohol use, physical and sexual assault, PTSD, mental health and other difficult experiences. Listener discretion is advised. https://www.loopli.com.au/ Send us Fan Mail Support the show

In episode 34 I visit the home of musician, Sye Mcritchie. Growing up in Sydney, Sye's life has taken him down more than a few interesting paths, but music has always been where he's felt most at home. From a colourful and often difficult upbringing to modelling, acting, song writing, recording and performing, he's spent decades building a life around creativity. We chat about his journey through music, the role surfing has played throughout his life, and the golden era of Bondi in the 90’s & 00’s . We also discuss what eventually led him to leave the chaos behind for a quieter life in Manyana, and how renovating his home has given him the space to refocus on his music and art. Sye has lived a life full of change, and it was great to have a yarn with him and hear the stories that have shaped who he is today. Put the feet up and get to know musician and all-round creative Sye Mcritchie. Disclaimer: coarse language, drugs and alcohol https://www.loopli.com.au/ Send us Fan Mail Support the show

In episode 33 I have a beer with the man at the centre of the South Coast of NSW surf community, Kurt Nyholm. Growing up on the South Coast, surfing has always been at the centre of Kurt Nyholm's life. From competing as a professional surfer to raising four boys, running two surf retail stores, and giving back to the local surf community, his life has always revolved around the ocean. In this episode, we chat about the highs and lows of life as a travelling surfer, the realities of owning two surf retail stores in an era dominated by online shopping, and his years serving as president of the Ulladulla Boardriders Club, where he helped organise what was believed to be the world's first night tag team surf competition. We also dive into some great stories from his years on the road and what he's learnt over a lifetime in the surf industry. Crack a frosty one and dive in for a chat with Kurt Nyholm. Disclaimer: coarse language, drug and alcohol https://www.loopli.com.au/ Send us Fan Mail Support the show

In episode 32 I have a coffee with photographer and entrepreneur, Jesse Allen. Hailing from Australia, Jesse’s journey has taken him down plenty of different paths. From trying his luck as a professional surfer in his younger years to building a career behind the lens as a photographer, his work eventually led him to living and working in Los Angeles. We chat about the many twists and turns throughout his life and career, and the creation of ViVi Coffee and Ripit Golf Grips, along with his continued involvement in both businesses today. Jesse has built a career by backing his creativity and following opportunities wherever they’ve taken him, and it was great to have a yarn with him and catch up on where he is at with it all today. Whip yourself up a hot drink and settle in for a yarn with Jesse Allen. Disclaimer: coarse language https://www.loopli.com.au/ Send us Fan Mail Support the show

In episode 31 of catch up with professional surfer, Dion Agius. Dion is one of the most influential free surfers of his generation, known for doing things his own way and helping redefine what modern surfing could look like. From starring in some of the most iconic surf films of the past two decades to becoming a driving force in the crossover between surfing, art and creativity, Dion has built a reputation for pushing surfing beyond competition and into culture. We chat about his journey through surfing, the influence that 90s and early 2000s surf culture had on him, and Ritual Vision, the eyewear brand he helped create, inspired by that era. Dion has always done things differently and it was great to hear the stories behind a life lived on his own terms. Crack a can and get familiar with one of the driving forces behind the intersection of surfing and creativity, Dion Agius. Disclaimer: coarse language https://www.loopli.com.au/ Send us Fan Mail Support the show

In episode 30 I have a yarn with mountain man, Billy Barker. Billy grew up in Western inland Sydney and later moved to the South Coast where he pursued his love for surfing. During this time Billy found himself doing winters in the snow, a path that’s taken him all over the world chasing steep lines and backcountry powder. From being a dish pig at the Hotham pub to becoming the director of ski patrol at Hotham ski resort, Billy also owns and operates a guiding business in the Himalayas and is a backcountry guide in Antarctica, working in some of the most intense mountain environments on earth. Now a Patagonia ambassador, he still spends most of the year in the mountains. It was great to have a yarn with Billy and hear the stories from the incredible life he’s lived and continues to live. Grab a cold can and come for a journey into the wilderness with the Alpine Connoisseur, Billy Barker Disclaimer: coarse language https://www.loopli.com.au  Send us Fan Mail Support the show

In episode 29 I catch up with master surfboard craftsman, Kirk Bierke. Kirk is a globally recognised surfboard shaper living with his family in Australia. Kirk’s journey into surfing started far from the coast, growing up in landlocked Wisconsin before his family pulled up stumps and moved to California. We chat about discovering surfing, how that passion led him into shaping, and his take on board design and how it’s evolved over time. Kirk also shares stories from living in Hawaii, the influence it had on his surfing and shaping, and his move to Australia where he now calls home. We get into the ups and downs along the way, what drives him, and how he’s stayed true to his own path. We also touch on shaping boards for professional big wave surfer and son Russell Bierke who has previously been a guest on the show.  Enjoy a cold beverage while you get to know a master of surfboard design, Kirk Bierke. Disclaimer: coarse language https://www.loopli.com.au/  Send us Fan Mail Support the show

In episode 28 I have a yarn with 2x world champion kneeboarder, Chayne Simpson. Chayne has taken the road less travelled, choosing one of the least recognised forms of riding waves, kneeboarding, which has earned him the nickname 'Neal'. We chat about what it’s like going against the grain of the stereotypical surfing path and taking it all the way to multiple world titles. He walks me through his craft as a sign writer and his journey of starting and running his own business, along with his career as a firefighter and some of the intense moments he’s experienced on the job. We also get into family life, marriage, and raising two frothing young boys. Chayne lives a seriously diverse life, juggling multiple trades alongside fatherhood and a deep love for surfing, and I was stoked to catch up and hear what’s been happening in the life of Neal. Crack a cold one and join me in my chat with Chayne 'Neal' Simpson. Disclaimer: coarse language, adult themes, alcohol https://www.loopli.com.au/ Send us Fan Mail Support the show

In episode 27 of Still Noise I catch up with artist and high school teacher, Mick Malmo. Mick is a mural painter who specialises in large scale works, teaches visual arts at a high school, and spends his time surfing and working in the outdoors. But Mick has been shaped by life in ways that aren’t immediately obvious. In this episode, we dive into his experiences with childhood cancer, growing up alongside a sibling with a disability, his deep connection to nature, and how that influence shows up in his artwork, landscaping, and surfing. His story unfolds in layers and in this conversation we take the time to explore what lies beneath the surface. Kick back, relax and settle in. The story of Mick Malmo is one worth listening to. Disclaimer: Childhood cancer, drug and alcohol abuse, disabilities, trauma, coarse language Send us Fan Mail Support the show

In episode 26 of Still Noise I have a conversation with the multi-talented Benny Serrano. In his younger days Benny was a professional fighter, claiming multiple Australian titles.  He currently is a musician, surfer, acupuncturist, and muscular correction specialist. Benny’s life has moved through some very different worlds; from the intensity and discipline of a combat sport to a deep interest in music, surfing, and the healing side of understanding the body. In this episode we talk about his career as a fighter, his relationship with the ocean, healing the body, and the experiences that have shaped the path he’s on today. Benny is an eccentric character and an absolute lunatic in the best way, but beneath the humour he is a cauldron of wisdom. Strap yourself in and come along for the rollercoaster ride that is the life of Benny Serrano.  Disclaimer: Coarse Language, drugs and alcohol, adult themes Send us Fan Mail Support the show

In Episode 25 of Still Noise I catch up with Canadian snowboarder and former professional athlete, Helen Schettini. Starting out on skis as a teenager, Helen quickly fell in love with snowboarding and made the move to Whistler, where she began competing in halfpipe. But after a series of injuries, and some encouragement from close friends, she started looking beyond the patrolled runs and structured competition scene. Shifting her focus from contests to filming video parts, chasing storms, and riding big mountain lines far from the boundaries, Helen built a career in one of the most high-risk sports on earth. In this conversation, we talk about her transition from pipe walls to open faces and crevasses, the highs and lows of life as a professional athlete, near death experiences, and what it meant to eventually step away from the sport that defined her. We also dive into who she is beyond snowboarding her move to Australia, family life, and what comes next. Whip yourself up a comforting beverage and slide into the life of former professional snowboarder, Helen Schettini. Disclaimer: Coarse language Send us Fan Mail Support the show

In Episode 24 of Still Noise I take the podcast abroad to LA and catch up with Pixie Bella, or better known online as @pixpop. Pixie is an Australian photographer and content creator living and working in Los Angeles, California. Predominantly a fashion photographer, Pixie has shot for major brands including House of CB, Princess Polly, and White Fox, with her work featured on billboards across Los Angeles and beyond. Her career has also taken her to major music events like the iHeartRadio Festival and Camp Flog Gnaw, where she’s photographed artists such as Doja Cat, Tate McRae, Tyler The Creator, and A$AP Rocky. In this episode, we dive into her journey behind the lens, what it’s like stepping in front of it as a model and content creator, and how she went from life in Australia to building and running a successful photography business in America alongside her husband Jesse, the challenges that came with making that leap and so much more. Shake up a margarita and dive into the creative world of Pixie Bella. Disclaimer: Explicit Language Send us Fan Mail Support the show

In Episode 23 of Still Noise, the first episode of 2026, I catch up with John 'Bucket' McGroder. John is the owner and captain of The Barrenjoey, a surf charter boat operating in the Mentawai Islands. With decades of experience navigating one of the world’s most iconic and demanding surf regions, Bucket is trusted by surfers from all over the globe. He’s built a reputation around safety, respect for the environment, and delivering unforgettable surf experiences. In this episode, Bucket shares stories from his early years working on boats before purchasing his own, starting a charter business from the ground up, family life and raising two boys aboard The Barrenjoey, building a dream home on a remote island and plenty of other wild stories from more than 30 years spent weaving through one of the most wave rich destinations on the planet.  Step aboard and get familiar with the man, who's life has been shaped by the sea, John ‘Bucket’ McGroder. Disclaimer: explicit language, alcohol and drugs  Send us Fan Mail Support the show