WTF #031 - Jess Hatzis - Co-founder of Frank Body and Willow & Blake
In this episode, Marty and Shura sit down with Jess Hatzis - co-founder of Frank Body and Willow & Blake.They go behind the $5K startup story that turned coffee scrubs into a cult skincare brand, the tone of voice that rewrote the rules, and the moment Ariana Grande name-dropped Frank Body in Elle Japan, sending the site into meltdown. Jess unpacks how a cheeky, irreverent voice stood out in a market that had gone stale - and why nailing that personality was the reason they scaled.They also dive into the early days of WHITEFOX - and how Willow & Blake helped shape its bold, polished and matter of fact tone of voice, creating the foundation the brand still builds on today.From creative conviction to viral moments, from tone-led strategy to long-term impact - this is the story of a brand that didn’t follow trends, it set them
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WTF #030 - Jack Henderson - Founder of Henderson Advocacy, Endeavour Build & Henderson Develop
In this episode, Marty sits down with Jack Henderson - founder of Henderson Advocacy, a national buyer’s agency that’s rewritten the playbook on scale, content, and conviction.What started as a one man operation in 2021 is now a business buying over 40 homes a month with 120 staff behind it - but the path wasn’t linear. Jack opens up about the media storm that hit just three years in, the 30% drop in revenue that followed, and the personal toll as his partner faced a cancer diagnosis at the same time.They dive into the decision to restructure, how brand clarity became his moat, and why he never pulled back on ad spend - even in the hardest year of his life. From paid acquisition to personal resilience, ultramarathons to owning the narrative, this one’s about showing up, rebuilding stronger, and doing business on your terms.One story. One strategy. And a brand that didn’t flinch - even when everything else did.
THE DEAL: In this episode, Marty and Shura sit down with the powerhouse behind brands like Vegemite, Red Bull, Nutrient Water, and Cocobella. With a background in communications and crisis management, Jules opens up about the day the iSnack 2.0 announcement went live - and how, within hours, her phone lit up with 50 missed calls. What started as a historic moment for Vegemite quickly became a full-blown PR firestorm - and she was at the centre of it.They unpack the mechanics behind shaping global brands in the early 2000s, why positioning matters more than promotion, and how she helped elevate Cocobella into a cultural staple - including the unsponsored moment Drake posted their chocolate coconut water to his story, sending waves without a dollar spent. Now, she’s co-founder and director of Vacation Vibes - a sexual wellness brand redefining the conversation around intimacy and taking its place in pharmacy aisles, boutiques, and the broader beauty space.This is the story of someone who’s been behind the scenes of Australia’s biggest household names - and is still rewriting the rules of what brand success really looks like.
In this episode, Marty and Shura sit down with Erin Deering - who went from building Triangl into a global phenomenon, to an attempted retirement in her 30s. She opens up about what really happens after the exit: the loss of identity, the aimless days, and the drive to feel useful again - and how that journey led to DEERING.They dive into the politics play she never saw coming, the rituals that keep her grounded, and why work is still the thing that lights her up - not just as a founder, but as a mother of four. Vulnerable, sharp, and unapologetically honest.
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WTF #027 - Nick Russian - Entrepreneur & Business Owner
In this episode, Marty and Shura sit down with Nick Russian - a name that shaped Melbourne’s social scene and redefined what it means to be in the business of people. They cover the hustle behind the doors of Eve, the brand-building behind Bar Bambi, and how staying relevant means more than staying visible. This one’s about family, friendship, and playing the long game, even when the crowd’s looking for the next thing. One reputation. One reset. And the power of backing yourself when no one’s watching. Note: This podcast was recorded last year and there are slight sound inconsistencies due to technical issues. We’ve cleaned as much as possible, so the stories live on.
Join the conversation with Marty Fox, the charismatic CEO of WHITEFOX Real Estate, in 'WITH THE FOX' (WTF) alongside co-host and WHITEFOX Content & Media Manager Shura Taft, each episode, Marty brings together an eclectic mix of guests from industry titans to creative mavericks, sharing insights that span the spectrum of business, culture, and beyond. Engage with the stories that shape our world, the innovations that disrupt it, and the people who inspire it. Tune in to 'WITH THE FOX' and be part of a journey as Marty ignites curiosity and celebrates the multifaceted nature of our lives.
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