Nick Russian is one of the best in the business when it comes to hospitality, networking and finding perfection in his businesses. Owner of the famed Bar Bambi in Melbourne which won 'Best Bar in Australia' in 2022 after only being open 12 months tells you the knowledge and experience Nick has across the market. Nick fell short of his AFL dreams due to a broken back and the experienced gained from that set back has aided his character to build resilience and a competitive nature to always want to get better. Not only a hospitality mogul but Nick was also fortunate to land on his feet post footy with a modelling career that had him living in Milan and working for some of the biggest brands in the world. A great episode with a great man whose wisdom and glass half full thinking is contagious which made this episode so much fun!! Enjoy :)

Nick Russian is one of the best in the business when it comes to hospitality, networking and finding perfection in his businesses. Owner of the famed Bar Bambi in Melbourne which won 'Best Bar in Australia' in 2022 after only being open 12 months tells you the knowledge and experience Nick has across the market. Nick fell short of his AFL dreams due to a broken back and the experienced gained from that set back has aided his character to build resilience and a competitive nature to always want to get better. Not only a hospitality mogul but Nick was also fortunate to land on his feet post footy with a modelling career that had him living in Milan and working for some of the biggest brands in the world. A great episode with a great man whose wisdom and glass half full thinking is contagious which made this episode so much fun!! Enjoy :)

Jake Barker-Daish is a former professional soccer player who has found fascination in understanding key drivers that allow athletes, artists and people in business to gain and maintain success. Despite most actions being physical the mind plays a powerful role in all our day to day activities which is a focus point within the podcast to help listeners find angles to better themselves and have a winning mentality. After 40 games in the A-League along with captaining the Young Socceroos and Olyroos, Jake's career was cut short through injury and this podcast helps to humanise athletes, artists and business folk with a light hearted and fun approach. The Unlaced Podcast aims to create a smile on your faces whilst delivering on insightful information to help understand the guest better but also allow listeners to better themselves. Go tell a friend you love them!

Jake Barker-Daish is a former professional soccer player who has found fascination in understanding key drivers that allow athletes, artists and people in business to gain and maintain success. Despite most actions being physical the mind plays a powerful role in all our day to day activities which is a focus point within the podcast to help listeners find angles to better themselves and have a winning mentality. After 40 games in the A-League along with captaining the Young Socceroos and Olyroos, Jake's career was cut short through injury and this podcast helps to humanise athletes, artists and business folk with a light hearted and fun approach. The Unlaced Podcast aims to create a smile on your faces whilst delivering on insightful information to help understand the guest better but also allow listeners to better themselves. Go tell a friend you love them!

The Unlaced Podcast with Jake Barker-Daish

Nick Russian is one of the best in the business when it comes to hospitality, networking and finding perfection in his businesses. Owner of the famed Bar Bambi in Melbourne which won 'Best Bar in Australia' in 2022 after only being open 12 months tells you the knowledge and experience Nick has across the market.