The Model Diaries
The Model Diaries offers an insider's look into the modeling industry, sharing untold stories from a model's perspective. Each episode provides a front row seat to the experiences and challenges faced by models. The podcast aims to reveal the realities behind the glamour of the fashion world.
Episodes
CRYSTAL BELLOTTI & NATALIE AZZOPARDI: Spill The Tea
In this episode of The Model Diaries Podcast, Crystal Bellotti and Natalie Azzopardi SPILL THE TEA and answer your anonymous questions straight from social media and are holding nothing back.
Crystal and Nat open up about their relationship, their coming out stories and the anxieties that come with public opinion on social media.
Grab your tea...this one's a good one.
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SAM CHAMPNESS: AKA Sammy The Sunshine Girl
In this episode of The Model Diaries Podcast, Madeleine Weston sits down with IMG Model Sam Champness fresh off an international placement in China.
At just 20 years old, Sam has already built a career many aspiring models dream about. From being scouted at a young age and signing with IMG to travelling the world for work, Sam opens up about the realities behind the glamour of international modell
IMMY SUTHERLAND: Chase Flights, Not Boyfriends
In this episode of The Model Diaries Podcast, host Madeleine Weston sits down with international model Immy Sutherland for an honest conversation about what it really takes to build a modelling career.
From ignoring agency DMs to landing a major Boohoo Campaign as her very first booking, Immy opens up about how modelling was never part of the plan - and how saying yes to one opportunity changed ev
OLIVIA PHILLIPS & PARIS GASCOIGNE: Spill The Tea
In this episode of The Model Diaries Podcast, Olivia Phillip and Paris Gascoigne SPILL THE TEA and answer your anonymous questions straight from social media.
Liv and Paris talk friendships, relationships, and the serious red flags (we all pretend not to see) before unpacking their hottest takes and hardest truths.
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PARIS GASCOIGNE: Modelling, Mental Health & Mindset
In this episode of The Model Diaries Podcast, we sit down with model and jet-setter Paris Gascoigne and chat about breaking into the industry, building momentum and finding confidence through change.
From being scouted via Instagram to shooting across the world, Paris talk to us about the whirlwind rise of her career and the moments that made her stop and think, this is actually my life. She ope
SHANNON LAWSON: Surviving & Thriving in The Modelling Industry
In this episode of The Model Diaries Podcast, we’re joined by Shannon Lawson - international model, entrepreneur, mentor, and mum of two - for an unfiltered conversation about what it really takes to build longevity in the modelling industry.
Shannon takes us back to her very first scouting experience, sharing the early lessons that shaped her relationship with the industry. From a challenging fir
GEORGIA GIBBS:
Risk creates the greatest gifts in life
The Model Diaries Podcast: Georgia Gibbs
In this episode of The Model Diaries, we sit down with Australian Model - Georgia Gibbs.
Georgia Gibbs is a model, Traditional Chinese Herbalist, and cycle awareness educator with a decade-long career spanning Australia, Europe, and the United States. She first stepped into the spotlight as a contestant on Australia’s Next Top Model. Known not only for her
ISABELLE MATHERS: Self Worth, Standing up for Yourself and Red Flags in the Industry
The Model Diaries Podcast: Isabelle Mathers
In this episode of The Model Diaries, we sit down with one of Australia’s most recognisable and influential faces - Isabelle Mathers.
Isabelle’s modelling career has taken her across the globe. We dive into the early days of modelling, navigating the industry, and the key moments that shaped her success.
Issy opens up about the pressures of social media,
SASKIA TEJE JENKINS: Global Model and Brand Founder
The Model Diaries: Saskia Teje Jenkins
In this episode of The Model Diaries, we sit down with Saskia Teje Jenkins—a model who has worked around the globe from LA, to London, Stockholm, and Bali. Saskia bares it all and speaks to us about being passed on by her first agency to becoming an international model and co-founding her own label, Amelie Teje.
Saskia opens up about the realities behind
HOPE KELESIS: Faith, Full Time Modelling & The Power of Belief
The Model Diaries: Hope Kelesis
In this episode of The Model Diaries, we sit down with Hope Kelesis. Hope is proving that when you walk in faith and work with intention, extraordinary things can happen.
Hope shares the realities behind the glamorous facade of social media, what it's like building a career in the digital age, and the importance of staying grounded in an industry that often celebrat
ELIZABETH JAMROZY: Modelling, Money Moves and Rebuilding Home After The LA Fires
The Model Diaries: Elizabeth Jamrozy
Elizabeth’s modelling journey is the definition of forging your own path.
After leaving a traditional high school setting and transitioning to homeschool, she made the bold decision to turn down college scholarships to pursue modelling full-time. At just 16, she moved to Los Angeles and began traveling the world for work.
Entirely self-supported, Elizabe
LILLY GEERING: From Model Life To Mental Health, Long-Distance Love To Life-Changing Decisions
The Model Diaries: Lilly Geering
In this episode of The Model Diaries, we sit down with the inspiring Lilly G—whose journey has taken her from the heart of Germany to the high fashion modelling market of Europe, and eventually, to a new life in Australia.
Discovered at a young age, Lilly quickly made her mark—booking major campaigns and working in some of the fashion industry's most competitive
TALIA EVA: From Fenty To Guess And Finding Your Own Validation
🎙 Welcome to The Model Diaries Podcast – Talia Eva: LA Edition!
Talia’s modelling journey began at just 8 years old, and since then, she’s taken the industry by storm—landing global campaigns with powerhouse brands like Fenty, Guess, Mecca, Lovisa, Novo Shoes, Champion, and New Balance.
Between the ages of 13 and 15, she was already making waves, booking features in Vogue and Elle.
At 16, sh
BROOKE LEE : Curve Modelling, Body Confidence & Mako Mermaids to Movies
In this episode of The Model Diaries Podcast, we sit down with the multi-talented Brooke Lee—an absolute powerhouse who has seamlessly navigated the worlds of modeling and acting. From fronting major campaigns to starring in international films, Brooke has done it all.
She takes us on a journey through her unconventional path into modeling, from getting her first taste of the industry through act
ELLIE BRINKMAN: Becoming a New Yorker and advice to aspring models
The Model Diaries – Ellie Brinkman
In this episode of The Model Diaries, we’re joined by Ellie Brinkman, the current face of Tommy Hilfiger AU Womenswear and a model on the rise. After a whirlwind year, she’s now preparing for her biggest move yet—heading to New York City to take on the international fashion scene.
Growing up in the industry, Ellie has navigated the highs and lows of modeling—lear
EMILY RINK: From Magazine Covers To The Recording Studio
The Model Diaries – Emily Rink
In this episode of The Model Diaries, we sit down with the multi-talented Emily Rink—a model, musician, and creative force who first captured the industry's attention as the winner of the Girlfriend Model Search at just 15 years old.
Winning the competition was life-changing, securing her a cover shoot, a contract with a top Australian agency and a trip to New Yo
KATIE KUGIS: Model, Mother and Business Mogul (aka a high achieving Capricorn)
In this episode of The Model Diaries, we sit down with Katie Kugis, a name and face well recognized in the industry. From becoming the face of countless brands to seeing her images dominate social media feeds, Katie’s journey into modeling has been anything but conventional.
Starting out young, she navigated the competitive world of modeling while juggling school life and, later, balancing a full-
MADI EDWARDS: From bikini modelling to building an online fashion empire
This week on The Model Diaries, we’re joined by the one and only Madi Edwards. A true OG in the modeling industry, Madi skyrocketed to success during the rise of Instagram, leveraging social media to build an empire. With over 779K followers, an international modeling career, and her own swimwear label, she now splits her time between LA and Australia—living the dream so many aspire to.
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OLIVIA PHILLIPS : Work Ethic, Hustling Hard & Turning Rejection Into Redirection
In this episode of The Model Diaries, we sit down with the unstoppable Olivia Phillips - back in Australia and already booked and busy! Fresh off a shoot, Olivia takes us behind the scenes of her modelling journey, from being scouted at a young age to landing international placements and making bold career moves.
We dive into the realities of the industry: navigating agency placements, adjusting
LENÉ VOIGT: Worldwide Lingerie Campaigns, Getting Stuck Down Under & The Importance Of Family and Friendship
This week on The Model Diaries, we’re sitting down with Lene Voigt, the embodiment of a sexy-cool girl. From bikini campaigns and starring in Billini shoots on yachts in Sydney Harbour, to lighting up Times Square with her Honey Birdette billboard, Lene’s 2024 was nothing short of extraordinary.
In this episode, Lene shares her incredible journey, starting with how she was scouted and what inspire
CRYSTAL BELLOTTI: Becoming the “It girl” of e-commerce, back to back bookings and balancing work & life
This week we welcome the unstoppable Crystal Bellotti!
Known as the “it girl” of e-commerce, Crystal’s face is a staple across countless e-boutiques, and her meteoric rise over the past year has made her one of the most sought-after models in the industry. If you’ve shopped online, chances are you’ve already seen her stunning face.
In this episode, Crystal takes us behind the scenes of her journey
MILLI ROSS: Bullying, Body Image and Being A Good Role Model
Milli Ross - Bullying, Body Image & Being A Good Role Model
At just 14 years old, Milli Ross was scouted and began her journey in the modelling world. Today, she is one of Australia's most recognisable faces, having worked with iconic brands like Lorna Jane, Portmans, Michael Hill, Bardot, Jeans West, and Dissh. Over the past two years, Milli’s career has skyrocketed internationally, with plac
