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Alexis sits down with Mienna Brookman, an emerging Australian musical theatre performer and dance educator. Mienna shares her journey through the world of performance, choreography, and teaching, and reflects on what it takes to build a career while inspiring the next generation of performers. From the rehearsal room to the classroom, this conversation explores creativity, resilience, and finding your place in the performing arts.
If you’d like to see more, you can follow on instagram; @ mienna_brookie
This episode was recorded on 28/06/2026 on the lands of the Gulidjan Peoples Peoples. We hope that this episode inspires you as a creative person and as a human being.
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Created and Hosted by Alexis Naylor
Music by Alexis Naylor & Ruby Miguel
Edited and Produced by Ruby Miguel
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Featured Artist: Gavin Bowles & The Distractions
Featured Vinyl: ARE WE HAVING FUN YET?
Alexis’ Hot Pick
Love Is Dumb
Sam’s Hot Pick
Damned
Aus Music Alert! Support this artists by purchasing this record via Bandcamp: https://gavinbowles.bandcamp.com/album/are-we-having-fun-yet
Love Is Dumb (Official Music Video): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m_-mh-IvCoo
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Created and Hosted by Alexis Naylor
Co-Host: Sam Timmerman
Music by Alexis Naylor & Ruby Miguel
Voiceover: Ruby Miguel
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Melbourne-based, partners and co-founders of Sandhill Records, our guests Nayomi Pattuwage and Maxon are passionate about artist development, recording, and supporting independent music projects. Nayomi is a songwriter, producer, audio engineer, visual artist and videographer who performs as Like Bear and runs Heaps Stoked Productions. Maxon is a singer-songwriter whose folk, Americana and '70s-inspired sound is known for its heartfelt songwriting and powerful vocals, showcased on her debut album Talking With Strangers.
We talk about creativity, collaboration, building a life and business together, and their exciting new project, Wakers, exploring what it takes to create meaningful art as both partners and collaborators.
If you’d like to see more, you can follow on instagram;
itsmemaxon
Soundslikebear
wakersmusic
sandhillrecords
heapsstoked
This episode was recorded on 13 June 2026 on the lands of the Boonwurrung Peoples. We hope that this episode inspires you as a creative person and as a human being.
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Music by Alexis Naylor & Ruby Miguel
Edited and Produced by Ruby Miguel
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Featured Artist: Karnivool
Featured Vinyl: In Verses
Alexis’ Hot Pick
Ghost
Sam’s Hot Pick
Remote Self Control
Aus Music Alert! Support this artists!!!
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Created and Hosted by Alexis Naylor
Co-Host: Sam Timmerman
Music by Alexis Naylor & Ruby Miguel
Voiceover: Ruby Miguel
Edited and Produced by Ruby Miguel
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Alexis chats with performer, choreographer, and creative Will Johnston. From his early dance training in Geelong to graduating from Oxygen College's Musical Theatre program, Will shares his journey through the performing arts, the shows that reignited his passion for theatre, and his work behind the scenes as a choreographer and director. Plus, all the juicy details about his unique creativity, collaboration, and why performance continues to inspire him both on and off the stage.
If you’d like to see more, you can follow on instagram; @will d_johnston
This episode was recorded on 27 May 2026 on the lands of the Kaurna Peoples. We hope that this episode inspires you as a creative person and as a human being.
Thanks for listening, catch you on the next episode.
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Music by Alexis Naylor & Ruby Miguel
Edited and Produced by Ruby Miguel
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Featured Artist: Primrose Path
Featured Vinyl: Ruminations
Alexis’ Hot Pick
Shifted
Sam’s Hot Pick
Obstruct
Aus Music Alert! Support this artists by purchasing this record via Bandcamp: https://primrosepathofficial.bandcamp.com/
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CREDITS
Created and Hosted by Alexis Naylor
Co-Host: Sam Timmerman
Music by Alexis Naylor & Ruby Miguel
Voiceover: Ruby Miguel
Edited and Produced by Ruby Miguel
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In this episode, Alexis chats with Melbourne/Naarm-based AACTA nominated cinematographer (Try Colour Studios), with his career spanning film, music videos, commercial production circles and he is also the producer of Tones of Naarm.
If you’d like to see more, you can follow on instagram; @trycolour_studio @ tonesofnaarm
This episode was recorded on 11 May 2026 on the lands of the Woiworung Peoples. We hope that this episode inspires you as a creative person and as a human being.
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Music by Alexis Naylor & Ruby Miguel
Edited and Produced by Ruby Miguel
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Featured Artist: Quadeca
Featured Vinyl: I Didn’t Mean To Haunt You
Alexis’ Hot Pick
born yesterday
Sam’s Hot Pick
fantastyworld
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Created and Hosted by Alexis Naylor
Co-Host: Sam Timmerman
Music by Alexis Naylor & Ruby Miguel
Voiceover: Ruby Miguel
Edited and Produced by Ruby Miguel
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We're joined by Melbourne singer-songwriter Brooke Taylor, a powerhouse performer blending rock, blues, country, soul, and pop into her own unmistakable sound.
Recommended by past guest Delsinki, it’s a pleasure to finally have Brooke on the show. Having spent years in the industry, Brooke shares honest insights into perseverance, staying true to yourself, and navigating uncertain times as an artist.
Raw, authentic, and full of heart, Brooke Taylor is a true force of nature.
If you’d like to see more, you can follow on instagram; @ brooketaylormusic
This episode was recorded on 06/05/2026 on the lands of the Woiworung Peoples. We hope that this episode inspires you as a creative person and as a human being.
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Created and Hosted by Alexis Naylor
Music by Alexis Naylor & Ruby Miguel
Edited and Produced by Ruby Miguel
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Featured Artist: The Replacements
Featured Vinyl: Tim
Alexis’ Hot Pick
Swingin’ Party
Sam’s Hot Pick
Here Comes a Regular
Gavin Bowles - Hot Pick
Kiss Me On The Bus
Special Guest Gavin Bowles joins us for this episode. They were on Season 2, episode 8, go check it out!
Check out the Tom Taylor article in Far Out mag that Sam references… “is this the most crushing song of the 80s?”
https://faroutmagazine.co.uk/here-comes-a-regular-the-most-crushing-song-of-the-1980s/
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Created and Hosted by Alexis Naylor
Co-Host: Sam Timmerman
Music by Alexis Naylor & Ruby Miguel
Voiceover: Ruby Miguel
Edited and Produced by Ruby Miguel
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Alexis talks to Sasha Hennequin, a Melbourne-based actor and singer working across theatre, film, and television.
asha opens up about carving her own path as a multidisciplinary performer, embracing opportunities across Australia and the US, and stepping beyond the limits of being defined as just one kind of creative. She shares her journey as a woman of colour in the industry with honesty and strength, highlighting the power of representation, resilience, and self-belief.
She also celebrates her recent casting as Tanya in AGT Theatre’s Mamma Mia!, offering a glimpse into the joy, courage, and dedication it takes to bring an iconic role to life.
If you’d like to see more, you can follow on instagram; @ sasha.hennequin
This episode was recorded on 20/04/2026 on the lands of the Woiworung Peoples. We hope that this episode inspires you as a creative person and as a human being.
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Music by Alexis Naylor & Ruby Miguel
Edited and Produced by Ruby Miguel
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Featured Artist: Bruno Mars
Featured Vinyl: The Romantic
Alexis’ Hot Pick
Risk It All
Sam’s Hot Pick
Something Serious
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Created and Hosted by Alexis Naylor
Co-Host: Sam Timmerman
Music by Alexis Naylor & Ruby Miguel
Voiceover: Ruby Miguel
Edited and Produced by Ruby Miguel
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Alexis chat with Bri Emrich, a multidisciplinary performer whose work moves fluidly between dance, aerial arts, acrobatics, and physical theatre. Based in Melbourne (Naarm) with roots in Perth, Bri shares her journey from classical ballet training at WAAPA to developing a bold, distinctive voice in aerial performance.
Bri shares her journey of aerial apparatus (hoop, net, and acrobatics) along with her immersive theatre and cabaret roles and deep dives into the reality of burnout as a creative and how she overcame hers.
If you’d like to see more, you can follow on instagram; @briemrich
This episode was recorded on 23rd of March, 2026 on the lands of the Kaurna Peoples. We hope that this episode inspires you as a creative person and as a human being.
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Created and Hosted by Alexis Naylor
Music by Alexis Naylor & Ruby Miguel
Edited and Produced by Ruby Miguel
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Featured Artist: Crowded House
Featured Vinyl: Woodface
Alexis’ Hot Pick
Weather With You
Sam’s Hot Pick
It’s Only Natural
Blake's Hot Pick
Four Seasons In One Day
Special Guest: Blake Williams
Aus Music Alert! Support this artists by purchasing this record: https://www.neilfinn.com/woodface
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Created and Hosted by Alexis Naylor
Co-Host: Sam Timmerman
Music by Alexis Naylor & Ruby Miguel
Voiceover: Ruby Miguel
Edited and Produced by Ruby Miguel
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In this episode of Through the Creative Door, Alexis chats with Andrew Felix, a photographer, videographer, creative consultant, and fellow podcast host.
From starting in photography in both portrait and fashion to now expanding into drone work, Andrew shares how his creative path has evolved over time. He also talks about his passion for storytelling, both through his visual work and his own podcast featuring artists and creatives.
If you’d like to see more, you can follow on instagram;
@ felixdahaus.cat
@ iamandrewfelix
@ unbuttonedpodcast
This episode was recorded on 21st March 2026 on the lands of theWoiworung Peoples. We hope that this episode inspires you as a creative person and as a human being.
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Music by Alexis Naylor & Ruby Miguel
Edited and Produced by Ruby Miguel
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Featured Artist:Rickie Lee Jones
Featured Vinyl: Flying Cowboys
Alexis’ Hot Pick
Satellites
Sam’s Hot Pick
Satellites
GUEST Hot Pick
Satellites
Special Guest Levi Russell joins us for this episode. They were on Season 2, episode 16, go check it out!
https://throughthecreativedoor.podbean.com/e/levi-russell/
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Created and Hosted by Alexis Naylor
Co-Host: Sam Timmerman
Music by Alexis Naylor & Ruby Miguel
Voiceover: Ruby Miguel
Edited and Produced by Ruby Miguel
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Joe Laf is a singer-songwriter, producer, and session guitarist who believes in one simple rule: don’t overthink, just finish the work.
In this episode, Alexis talks with Joe about his journey through music, the reality of working behind the scenes as a session player, and what it takes to actually complete creative projects instead of getting stuck chasing perfection. From songwriting and production to the mindset that keeps him moving forward, Joe shares honest insights from years in the studio and on the guitar.
If you’d like to see more, you can follow on instagram; @ joelafmusic
This episode was recorded on Monday 2 March 2026 on the lands of the Woiworung Peoples. We hope that this episode inspires you as a creative person and as a human being.
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Created and Hosted by Alexis Naylor
Music by Alexis Naylor & Ruby Miguel
Edited and Produced by Ruby Miguel
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Featured Artist: Kaytranada
Featured Vinyl: Timeless
Alexis’ Hot Pick
Do 2 Me
Sam’s Hot Pick
Weird
Aus Music Alert! Support this artists by purchasing this record via Bandcamp: LINK
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Created and Hosted by Alexis Naylor
Co-Host: Sam Timmerman
Music by Alexis Naylor & Ruby Miguel
Voiceover: Ruby Miguel
Edited and Produced by Ruby Miguel
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Alexis sits down with Sarah Eida, an artist working at the intersection of music, embodiment, and performance identity. From her intimate work as a songwriter to commanding the stage as the leading force behind Howling Mountain, and stepping into the electrifying persona of Sassa Von Vuur, Sarah doesn’t compartmentalise her creativity, she multiplies it. Different stages, same nervous system. Together, they explore alter egos, authorship, vulnerability, and what it means to fully inhabit every version of yourself as an artist.
If you’d like to see more, you can follow on instagram;
@thereal_saraheida
@howlingmountainband
@ sassavonvuur
This episode was recorded on 15/02/2026 on the lands of the Woiworung Peoples. We hope that this episode inspires you as a creative person and as a human being.
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Created and Hosted by Alexis Naylor
Music by Alexis Naylor & Ruby Miguel
Edited and Produced by Ruby Miguel
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Featured Artist: Howling Mountain
Featured Vinyl: All Talk, No Play
Alexis’ Hot Pick
Gaslight
Sam’s Hot Pick
I Got This!
Aus Music Alert! Support this artists by purchasing this record via Bandcamp: https://howlingmountain.bandcamp.com/album/all-talk-no-play
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Created and Hosted by Alexis Naylor
Co-Host: Sam Timmerman
Music by Alexis Naylor & Ruby Miguel
Voiceover: Ruby Miguel
Edited and Produced by Ruby Miguel
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