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The Heart Media Podcast

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20 episodes

4 weeks ago

In this episode, we sit down with Hugh Allen, one of the most talented and humble chefs to come out of Australia’s fine dining scene. Hugh started working in kitchens as a teenager before landing a life-changing opportunity at Noma in Copenhagen — one of the world’s best restaurants — where he trained under René Redzepi for three years. Returning to Australia, Hugh quickly made waves and, by his mid-twenties, took on the role of Executive Chef at Vue de Monde in Melbourne. At just 26, he bec...

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In this episode, we sit down with Hugh Allen, one of the most talented and humble chefs to come out of Australia’s fine dining scene. Hugh started working in kitchens as a teenager before landing a life-changing opportunity at Noma in Copenhagen — one of the world’s best restaurants — where he trained under René Redzepi for three years. Returning to Australia, Hugh quickly made waves and, by his mid-twenties, took on the role of Executive Chef at Vue de Monde in Melbourne. At just 26, he bec...

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Entrepreneurship

Episodes (20/20)

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Hugh Allen | Vue de Monde, Yiaga, Noma | HMPE20

In this episode, we sit down with Hugh Allen, one of the most talented and humble chefs to come out of Australia’s fine dining scene. Hugh started working in kitchens as a teenager before landing a life-changing opportunity at Noma in Copenhagen — one of the world’s best restaurants — where he trained under René Redzepi for three years. Returning to Australia, Hugh quickly made waves and, by his mid-twenties, took on the role of Executive Chef at Vue de Monde in Melbourne. At just 26, he bec...

4 weeks ago

1 hour 34 minutes

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Kieran Spiteri | Yolk Group, Terror Twilight, HiFi, Convoy | HMPS1E19

Join us for another episode of HMP with Kieran Spiteri, co-founder of Melbourne's Yolk Group. Known for beloved venues like Terror Twilight, Tinker, Convoy, Hi Fi, and the recently opened Ophelia, Kieran shares insights into building a hospitality brand that resonates with community and innovation. In this episode, we delve into Kieran's journey from launching his first café to expanding into a group that redefines the café experience. He discusses the philosophy behind Yolk Group's success,...

3 months ago

1 hour 11 minutes

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Julian Hills | Navi Restaurant | HMPS1E18

In today's episode we're joined by Julian Hills, the chef-owner of Navi, one of Melbourne's most acclaimed fine dining establishments. Julian's journey began on a 40-acre farm in Victoria's Strzelecki Ranges, where he developed a deep connection to the land through gardening, fishing, and foraging. His background in fine arts adds a unique dimension to his culinary creations, even using ceramics at Navi that he crafts himself. In this episode, we delve into Julian's path from aspiring snowb...

3 months ago

1 hour 24 minutes

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Ben Shewry | Attica Melbourne | HMPS1E17

The long awaited episode with Ben Shewry is final here. Hailing from New Zealand's North Taranaki region, Ben is the visionary chef and owner of one of Australia's most renowned restaurant, Attica. In this episode, Ben shares his experiences from his early days in the kitchen to leading Attica, a restaurant celebrated for its innovative use of native Australian ingredients and commitment to sustainability. We delve into his creative process, family life, the challenges of the fine dining in...

4 months ago

1 hour 31 minutes

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Zoe Birch | Greasy Zoes | HMPS1E16

Join us for an intimate conversation with Zoe Birch, the talented chef and co-owner of Greasy Zoe's, the acclaimed eight-seat restaurant nestled in Hurstbridge. Zoe, alongside her partner Lachlan Gardner, has crafted a dining experience that embodies hyper-local sourcing and sustainability, offering a seasonal menu that reflects the freshest produce from the Yarra Valley. In this episode, we chat about her journey from working in some of Melbourne's top restaurants, including Middle Brigh...

4 months ago

1 hour 12 minutes

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Joanna Reymond | Reymond Communications | HMPS1E15

Join us this episode with Joanna Reymond, Founder and Director of Reymond Communications, a leading Australian lifestyle PR agency specialising in hospitality, design, and property. Joanna's journey began in France, and she later honed her skills in Business, Catering, and Hotel Management in Cannes. Her career in public relations took off upon returning to Melbourne, where she worked with prominent design firms before establishing her own agency. In this episode, we delve into ...

5 months ago

58 minutes

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Pat Nourse | Creative Director of Melbourne Food and Wine | HMP S1E14

Get ready for a wildly entertaining chat with none other than Pat Nourse— the Creative Director of the Melbourne Food & Wine Festival. Sure, he knows food, but more importantly, he knows how to throw a party that gets an entire city buzzing. In this episode, we get into the real stuff—what it takes to curate an event that brings together world-class chefs, big ideas, and some of the best vibes Melbourne has to offer. We talk about his past life as one of Australia’s sharpest food critics...

5 months ago

1 hour 23 minutes

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Kyle Nicol | Lilac, Hazel & Mulberry Group | HMP S1E13

We're back this week with our good friend Chef Kyle Nicol, the culinary talent behind Melbourne's Lilac Wine Bar and Hazel. Listen in on Kyle's culinary journey from his humble beginnings in Coffs Harbour to London's Michelin-starred Arbutus, and back to Melbourne, where he's made his mark at Supernormal, Builders Arms, and Rascal Brunswick. We delve deep into Kyle's culinary philosophy, his experiences across various kitchens, and his vision for the future of dining and his career. He also ...

6 months ago

1 hour 16 minutes

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Pierre Khodja | HMP S1E12

Join us as we explore the culinary career of our good friend Pierre Khodja, the French-Algerian chef renowned for his innovative fusion of Mediterranean and North African flavours. Pierre's passion for cooking ignited in his childhood, inspired by his mother's ability to create flavourful meals from simple ingredients. Throughout his career, Pierre has held esteemed positions in various acclaimed restaurants in Melbourne and around the world. In this week's episode, we chat to Pie...

6 months ago

1 hour 13 minutes

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Stephen Nairn | Yugen Dining & Omnia Bristro | HMP S1E11

We're back with a banger for our first episode of 2025. Join Ty and special guest host Ellie as we chat with Stephen Nairn, the brilliant Culinary Director behind two of Melbourne’s hottest dining spots—Yugen Dining and Omnia Bistro. Stephen has cooked in some of the world’s top kitchens and now leads the charge at these iconic venues, blending creativity, precision, and bold flavors to wow anyone who enters their doors. We talk to him about his journey from international kitchens to Me...

7 months ago

1 hour 13 minutes

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A1 Bakery | Anthony, Daniel and Haikal | HMP S1E10

Join us for this SPECIAL Christmas episode as we explore ALL things A1 Bakery with none other than Anthony, Daniel and Haikal. The A1 Brothers get a bit deep and chat about family, early days in the bakery, and we get to know a little bit about their bond through some games. This one was a long time coming, so we were absolutely chuffed to talk to the boys inside the OG store in Brunswick. What a way to end the year with this episode, so grab some popcorn, get festive and enjoy the A1 SPECIAL...

8 months ago

1 hour 1 minute

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Cameron Tay Yap | Young Chef of the Year 2024, Amaru, Attica | HMP S1E9

At just 25, Cameron Tay-Yap has already carved out a remarkable career in fine dining as the head chef at Amaru, one of Melbourne's top hatted restaurants. A finalist for The Age Good Food Guide's Young Chef of the Year award in 2023, Cameron's journey is marked by resilience, innovation, and passion. Join us in this episode as we delve into Cam's story—his inspirations, insane work ethic and the crazy pivot he plans to take in his career. Whether you're a foodie, aspiring chef, climber ;) o...

8 months ago

1 hour 31 minutes

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Bernard Chu | Kōri Ice Cream | HMP S1E8

In this week's episode we dive into the story of Bernard Chu, one of the creative forces behind Melbourne's Kōri Ice Cream. As a renowned pastry chef and former co-owner of LuxBite, Bernard has brought his unique vision and love for Japanese culture to craft one of the city's most exciting dessert destinations. We chat all things dessert, working relationships, life during Covid and how Bernard and his team were able to stay afloat and grow during those tough times. Learn how Bernard t...

8 months ago

1 hour 8 minutes

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Episode #7 Luke Phillips | Founder of Into Carry & Into Coffee | Zero-Waste Cafe

We’re joined by none other than Luke Phillips, the founder of Into Carry and Into Coffee, a sustainable fashion brand and zero-waste cafe and funnily enough where we shoot the podcast! Luke’s approach blends environmental consciousness with creativity, transforming materials like milk cartons, packaging, excess fabric, and other waste products into unique, eco-friendly accessories. We chat about the journey behind Into Carry and Into Coffee, exploring Luke’s background, his passion for desig...

8 months ago

1 hour 28 minutes

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Charlie Lehmann | Ramblin Rascal Tavern | Double Deuce Lounge

Charlie Lehmann is notorious for his outspoken personality on social media and in person he did not disappoint. As a university student, Charlie thought to himself that "getting people pissed" would be much more fun and drawing inspiration from the bar he worked at, started Ramblin Rascal with his best friends Sebastian Soto and Dardan Shervashidze at the age of 25. Ramblin Rascal has won multiple awards and Charlie's other venture Double Deuce Lounge has just won Bar of the Year for 20...

9 months ago

1 hour 5 minutes

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Kay-Lene Tan (Omnia/Yugen, Masterchef and High School Bullies)

An exciting podcast with an exciting person, Kay-Lene Tan is every bit as charming, funny and bubbly as she appears in the media. It was such a good time filming this one with a no filter approach and plenty of vulnerability she took us on a journey through her childhood, growing up in Singapore and how it influenced her career. Transitioning from an amateur documentary filmmaker to a chef at the age of 25, Kay-Lene then trained at Singapore’s At-Sunrice GlobalChef Academy and quickly advance...

9 months ago

1 hour 9 minutes

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Episode #4 Guy Grossi | Grossi Restaurants (Florentino, Grill etc.) + Awards from the Italian President

A moving, insightful, fun and entertaining chat all rolled into one. Chatting to Guy was spectacular, he has so much to talk about, acquiring a great deal of life experience throughout his years as a chef and restaurateur. Guy grew up in an Italian immigrant household and was inspired by his father (a chef), working in restaurants from a very young age. He then went on to study chefing and opened his first restaurant in 1986. This began his now renowned career as a restaurateur and what would...

10 months ago

1 hour 8 minutes

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Episode #3 Lachlan (Lachie) Keef-Jackson | The Atlantic

This was by far one of the most interesting episodes we shot, Lachie's story is truly remarkable, full of emotion, challenges and inspiration a truly unique listen. He started out as a chef at the age of just 13 after getting expelled from boarding school for getting into fights and taking down bullies. He then trained under one of the best chefs in Australia at the time, before heading to London at 16 to train at one of Marco Pierre White's establishments and the story only gets more excitin...

10 months ago

50 minutes

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Episode #2 Victor Liong | Lee Ho Fook & Collabs with Kanye West

Victor Liong is a Melbourne hospitality icon, he is the owner and creator of the incredible Lee Ho Fook restaurant (Awarded two chef's hats in 2024 and featured as one of the best 25 restaurants in VIC by Gourmet Traveller). Victor tells all as we get into his childhood, growing up in Brunei, the toughness of traditional French kitchens and his obsession with repetition. We talk about facing adversity and how you can teach creativity in any field if you put in the hard work. https://ww...

11 months ago

1 hour 17 minutes

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Episode #1 Blayne & Chayse (Chugga) Bertoncello | O.MY Restaurant (Restaurant Of The Year 2024 & Sommelier Of The Year 2023)

You have never heard people speak with passion like this, the two brothers Blayne & Chayse Bertoncello from the famous O.MY Restaurant have an incredible story, starting their now famous fine diner out in Beaconsfield at the tender ages of 23 and 19 respectively, after a self discovery trip to Europe. All the produce they use in their menu comes from a personal farm just 10 minutes from the restaurant that is maintained by the team at the restaurant and led by head chef Blayne. Brother Ch...

11 months ago

1 hour 35 minutes