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Let"s Be Franc

Hannah & Rachel Vasicek

Ever wondered what it’s really like running a business as sisters? Let’s Be Franc peels back the curtain on life behind the scenes at Francesca. Join sisters (and co-founders) Hannah and Rachel Vasicek as they get real about the highs, lows, and everything in between. From candid chats about business and brand-building to honest reflections on life, family, and the unexpected - nothing is off the table. Tune in for your backstage pass to the beautiful chaos of creating something you love.

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All Episodes

26:26

Growing With The Business - Kelsie Phillips Shares...

Let"s Be Franc ·

2025/10/14

Francesca's longest standing employee, Kelsie Phillps sits down with Hannah to talk about her long standing career at Francesca and how she went from working in the retail store to being Francesca's buyer. If you loved this chat, don’t forget to follow the podcast wherever you’re listening so you never miss an episode! Leave us a review or share to your stories, we love seeing that you're tuning in! Hosts: @Hannah.vasicek & @Rachelvasicek For more follow: @Francescajewellery

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37:08

Mitch McPherson - Turning Grief Into Helping Others

Let"s Be Franc ·

2025/09/16

Founder of Speak Up, Stay ChatTY, Mitch McPherson shares his story of losing his brother 13 years ago. During times of navigating grief, Mitch realised his potential to advocate for speaking up about mental health struggles and how he was able to turn such a traumatic life experience into something positive by helping others, with starting Speak Up, Stay ChatTY. Content warning: This episode discusses sensitive topics. Hosts: @Hannah.vasicek @Rachelvasicek For more follow: @Francescajewellery

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27:34

From Intern to International Campaigns, Inside...

Let"s Be Franc ·

2025/09/02

Hannah sat down with one of the company's longest standing team members, Francesca Mascia, who, fun fact, shares her name with the business itself! In the episode, Francesca reflects on her nine-year journey, from starting out as an intern to growing into her current role as Project Manager. She shares lessons learned, challenges faced, and the milestones that shaped her career along the way.

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32:11

Our Story: Escaping Attempted Human Trafficking

Let"s Be Franc ·

2025/08/05

In this episode, Hannah and Rachel vulnerably share their traumatic experience of their first hand encounter with human trafficking. On their annual business trip to Hong Kong, their lives nearly changed for the worst. Listen to hear their story and why they are so passionate about supporting Be Hers. If you loved this chat, don’t forget to follow the podcast wherever you’re listening so you never miss an episode! Leave us a review or share to your stories, we love seeing that you're tuning i...

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35:38

Purpose, Power & Freedom with Melody Towns

Let"s Be Franc ·

2025/07/22

In this powerful episode, Rachel sits down with Melody Towns, the visionary founder of Be Her Freedom. Melody is a woman on a mission to bring freedom to those caught in the horrors of modern slavery and human trafficking. She shares her deeply personal journey, the mission behind her work, and why purpose is more than just a buzzword; it's a call to action. This episode is about why purpose matters and how using your platforms, your voice or even your jewellery can spark real change. C...

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31:12

Navigating Work and Babies

Let"s Be Franc ·

2025/07/01

In this episode, Rach shares her honest feelings about being pregnant and the uncertainty of stepping away for maternity leave. Hannah offers her perspective from the other side, reflecting on her time as a new mum and the mindset shifts that came with it. Expect honest laughs and some sisterly wisdom for any woman navigating career and motherhood. If you loved this chat, don’t forget to follow the podcast wherever you’re listening so you never miss an episode! Leave us a review or share to ...

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25:55

What Really Goes Into a Francesca Campaign

Let"s Be Franc ·

2025/06/17

In this episode of Let’s Be Franc, the girls dive into the behind-the-scenes of their campaigns and photoshoots. Spoiler alert: it’s not all glitz and glamour! From past mistakes to major lessons, they open up about what it really takes to bring a vision to life, and why staying true to themselves matters now more than ever as the business grows. If you loved this chat, don’t forget to follow wherever you’re listening so you never miss an episode! Leave us a review or share to your stories — ...

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30:16

Defining Who We Are Outside of Work.

Let"s Be Franc ·

2025/06/03

In this episode of ‘Let’s be Franc’ we’re stepping outside of the world of Francesca to share more of our personal experiences outside of work. We open up about what it’s like working together as sisters— both in business and beyond— and how we’ve both grown individually while building our brand. From navigating motherhood and defining who we are outside of work, this conversation is about how we approach separating our personal lives from our professional ones. If you liked this episode plea...

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29:04

We're Back! Let us Reintroduce Ourselves...

Let"s Be Franc ·

2025/05/21

On our first episode of 'Let's Be Franc', we wanted to take the chance to reintroduce ourselves and bring you all up to speed on what's been happening! We are so excited to be relaunching our podcast! We are often asked what it's like running a business so, 'Let's Be Franc' will be your look in behind the scenes at Francesca! The good, the bad and everything in between! You'll also get to know us on a deeper level and join us on this crazy ride that is business and life! We can't wait for you...

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42:46

Motherhood Series: Maha Corbett

Let"s Be Franc ·

2024/09/09

Hannah had the pleasure of sitting down with Australian author and entrepreneur, Maha Corbett to discuss all things motherhood for an inspired conversation about juggling it all! We hope you love this chat as much as we do!From Hannah’s personal journey discovering that her first born would be born with a limb difference, to juggling CEO duties whilst parenting two tots. Hannah sits down to chat all things Motherhood with her guests.'It's who I am' the podcast is run by two Sister's passionat...

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19:13

Motherhood Series: Raquel Bouris

Let"s Be Franc ·

2024/05/24

Hannah sat down with the beautiful Raquel Bouris, Founder of Who Is Elijah to chat through the joys of motherhood and business! From Hannah’s personal journey discovering that her first born would be born with a limb difference, to juggling CEO duties whilst parenting two tots. Hannah sits down to chat all things Motherhood with her guests.'It's who I am' the podcast is run by two Sister's passionate about sharing real stories that make us who we are. If you loved this episode please hit 'sub...

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27:59

Motherhood Series: Sandy Ronalds

Let"s Be Franc ·

2024/05/17

Hannah sat down with the founder of Nat'V Basics, Sandy Ronalds to chat about the juggle of motherhood and how she does it all. They cover the highest of highs and lowest of lows of motherhood.From Hannah’s personal journey discovering that her first born would be born with a limb difference, to juggling CEO duties whilst parenting two tots. Hannah sits down to chat all things Motherhood with her guests.'It's who I am' the podcast is run by two Sister's passionate about sharing real stories t...

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46:12

Motherhood Series: Jules Robinson

Let"s Be Franc ·

2024/05/09

Hannah sat down with the incredible 'Married at First Sight' star, Jules Robinson, to discuss all things motherhood and the journey that follows postpartum and how she navigated her PMDD diagnosisFrom Hannah’s personal journey discovering that her first born would be born with a limb difference, to juggling CEO duties whilst parenting two tots. Hannah sits down to chat all things Motherhood with her guests.'It's who I am' the podcast is run by two Sister's passionate about sharing real storie...

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37:33

Motherhood Series: Phoebe Simmonds

Let"s Be Franc ·

2024/04/30

Mother and founder of The Blow Bar and of The Memo, Phoebe Simmonds understands the juggle of balancing it all! Listen to her candid chat with Hannah on balancing all things motherhood and business.From Hannah’s personal journey discovering that her first born would be born with a limb difference, to juggling CEO duties whilst parenting two tots. Hannah sits down to chat all things Motherhood with her guests.'It's who I am' the podcast is run by two Sister's passionate about sharing real stor...

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53:56

Motherhood Series: Steph Claire Smith

Let"s Be Franc ·

2024/04/22

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52:32

Motherhood Series: Maggie Chretien

Let"s Be Franc ·

2024/04/03

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27:00

'She did it too' - Keira Rumble

Let"s Be Franc ·

2020/12/01

On today's episode of 'She did it too' we chat with the incredible Keira Rumble, owner of Krumbled foods.In a world full of social media highlight reels, authentic breaths of fresh air are hard to come by, Keira is just that - a breath of fresh air.Keira ever so candidly chats to us about the highs and lows of starting a business and the motivation behind her popular clean eating range, Krumbled. A little PSA though, if you do happen to stumble across her products in your local grocer

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56:12

'She did it too' - Georgia Love

Let"s Be Franc ·

2020/11/03

On today’s episode of 'she did it too' we chat with the incredibly vibrant and true all rounder Georgia Love. Now you may know Georgia from the Bachelorette, but there is so much more to this girl than making a ridiculously good binge worthy show.A lover of doing things to their fullest and never in halves, Georgia has recently popped her toe in the deep end of entrepreneurship. Inviting us to get snuggly, Georgia has launched the must have pj label Georgia Elliot.This interview surprised

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48:26

'She did it too' - Sarah Davidson

Let"s Be Franc ·

2020/10/21

On today’s episode of 'she did it too' we chat with the incredible Sarah Davidson, of Spoonful of Sarah. Often tagged as a 'funtrepreneur' we chat all things entrepreneurship but more importantly finding your “yay”.Who would have thought that a little green drink would inspire Sarah to leave behind her law position to fulfil a life of entrepreneurship and incredibly successful well-being journey.Coining the term 'seize the Yay' through her inspiring podcast & now

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40:53

A little about us - Part 2

Let"s Be Franc ·

2020/10/06

On todays episode of 'It's who I am' you hear from us, Han and Rach! We chat all things childhood, Francesca and who we are!You'll never believe how we spent a lot of our childhood, you'll have to listen to find out more! There's never been a dull moment.-'It's who I am' the podcast is run by two Sister's passionate about sharing real stories that make us who we are. If you loved this episode please hit 'subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or

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