Brain Break The Podcast

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Brain Break The Podcast with Lloyd James. Join me as I explore inspiring conversations with creative professionals, artists, and entrepreneurs. Each episode dives deep into personal journeys, industry insights, and practical strategies designed to ignite your passion and creativity.

  1. Oct 19

    13. Should you book a photographer for your next launch?

    The question I get asked the most: should you pay for professional photos for your business? My answer is yes, but do your research first. I cover how to brief a photographer so you get what you pictured, why "I trust your judgment" can backfire, why you need a community before you sell, and where your phone still earns its place. Got a question about content, AI or running a business? Comment, or message @itsbrainbreak on Instagram.

  2. Oct 19

    12. Why I’m back

    Brain Break stopped last November. Not for lack of ideas, every episode was costing me a producer, an editor and time I didn't have. So it's back, solo and short. One question, one straight answer, then back to work. In this episode, why it stopped, what's changed at LUDIO X now that we run on AI, what the new episodes look like, and how to send me your question. Got a question about content, AI or running a business? Comment, or message @itsbrainbreak on Instagram.

  3. 11/05/2025

    10. Starting a Clothing Brand While Working Full-Time - The Real Talk

    In this episode, Lloyd sits down with Michael and Toneya, co-founders of Diamond Discipline Apparel, to explore the untold stories behind building a clothing brand from scratch. From turbulent childhoods in regional WA to launching their first collection, Michael and Toneya reveal the raw realities of building a business while working full-time jobs. They discuss contrasting parental separations, the grit required to scale a brand, and the harsh reality of bootstrapping, including late nights spent printing merchandise, managing limited budgets, and balancing ambition with survival. Suppose you're curious about starting a clothing line, navigating partnership dynamics, overcoming adversity, or understanding what it truly takes to build a business alongside your day job. In that case, this honest and inspiring conversation is for you.

  4. 09/28/2025

    11. Bailey and Isaac: PROMOTER SECRETS - How We Own the Perth Music Scene

    What happens when two best friends leave the DJ booth to build a music empire, only to find themselves "bleeding money" and "devastated" behind the scenes? In this raw and unfiltered episode, we sit down with Isaac and Bailey, the minds behind Perth’s most iconic events. On social media, the world sees 10 million views and sold-out crowds. But inside the "machine," the reality was far more brutal. Isaac and Bailey pull back the curtain on: The DJ Pivot: Why they walked away from performing to take control of the entire Perth promo scene. The Festival Hit: A deep dive into the moments they were "dead on the fence," facing catastrophic financial losses and "cash flow" crises. The "Numb" Reality: Isaac’s honest admission of the emotional toll—feeling "devastated" and "numb" while the world was cheering. The Power of the Clash: Why "arguing" and "clashing" with your best friend is actually a competitive advantage, not a weakness. The Shared Mindset: Why being "obsessed" with the same exact goal is the only way to survive "riding the lion" of entrepreneurship. This isn’t a highlight reel. It’s a survival guide for founders, promoters, and anyone brave enough to build something with their best friend. Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your fix.

  5. 09/04/2025

    9. Ivy Prempeh: From Sydney Fashion Week to Sports Media

    In this episode, Lloyd sits down with Ivy Pempeh, model, creative, and sports media talent, to uncover the truth about modelling, mental health, and faith. From Sydney Fashion Week runways to the sidelines of basketball photography (NBL1), Ivy shares her journey of resilience, body image challenges, industry struggles, and the turning point that came through spirituality. If you’re curious about the modelling industry, diversity in fashion, mental health, faith journeys, or breaking into creative careers, this raw and inspiring conversation is for you.

  6. 08/04/2025

    8. Alanah Yukich: I Had 6 Months to Become an Olympian (Paris Olympics 2024)

    In this episode, we’re joined by Australian Olympic 400m hurdler Alanah Yukich, whose journey from local tracks to the world stage is as inspiring as it is relentless. Alanah opens up about the mental and physical challenges of elite sport, the sacrifices behind her Olympic campaign, and what keeps her pushing through every hurdle—on and off the track. Whether you’re an athlete, a fan, or someone chasing your own big goals, this conversation is packed with motivation, resilience, and real talk from one of Australia’s rising stars.

  7. 07/07/2025

    7. Lisa Principe: "How Creativity Saved My Life”

    In this powerful episode, Lloyd James sits down with Lisa as she shares her deeply personal story of overcoming childhood trauma, rebellion, and depression to find healing and purpose through art and teaching. Lisa opens up about her experiences with sexual abuse, how she threw a 400-person party as a teenager, tattooed herself at 15, and how art became her sanctuary. She shares her perspective on fear, creativity, and the importance of curiosity in healing and growth. If you’re looking for inspiration to overcome your own challenges or seeking a reminder that it’s possible to transform pain into purpose, this episode will resonate with you. 🎧 New episodes every 2 weeks. Subscribe and leave a review if this conversation moved you. Follow Brain Break The Podcast: Lisa Principe: https://www.instagram.com/lisaprincipeartist/ Instagram: / @itsbrainbreak: https://www.instagram.com/itsbrainbreak/ TikTok: / @itsbrainbreak: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsbrainbreak What resonated most? Let us know in the comments below. #BrainBreak #Podcast #Healing #TraumaRecovery #Art #Purpose #MentalHealth

  8. 06/23/2025

    6. Cooper Connolly: Australian Test Cricketer and Big Bash League Young Gun

    In this episode, we catch up with Cooper Connolly, one of Australia's most exciting young cricketers and a name making serious waves in the game. From captaining the Under-19s World Cup to making headlines in the Big Bash League, Cooper talks about his journey through the ranks, the pressures of professional sport at a young age, and what drives his passion for cricket. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just love a good underdog story, this is a conversation full of insight, energy, and ambition. Cooper Connolly shares: How a devastating ACL injury redirected his dreams The unforgettable day he stepped onto the field beside his dad Overcoming fear and debuting during the Big Bash finals Earning his first Baggy Green, and the mental resilience behind it Balancing professional cricket, a love for camping, and life, right before his USA tour Subscribe for more unfiltered conversations like this with inspiring people breaking the mould. FOLLOW Brain Break Podcast: Apple Podcast Spotify Connect with us: Instagram: @itsbrainbreak TikTok: @itsbrainbreak YouTube: Brain Break The Podcast 🎧 Love this episode? Leave a rating/review, your feedback means the world!

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Brain Break The Podcast with Lloyd James. Join me as I explore inspiring conversations with creative professionals, artists, and entrepreneurs. Each episode dives deep into personal journeys, industry insights, and practical strategies designed to ignite your passion and creativity.

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  • Creator
    Brain Break
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    14
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    Explicit
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