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There's a quiet kind
of magic woven into everyday life
About Julie Ann
Julie Ann is an Australian author and advocate for slower, more intentional living. From her home in Australia and across the globe, she writes tender, poetic stories that explore the quiet magic of everyday life. Her acclaimed audio series, A Wild and Simple Life, has touched listeners around the world, offering a refuge of calm in a noisy, digital world. In her work, Julie weaves together themes of nature, nostalgia, and the deep human longing for connection. Life Before the Scroll, her debut novel, is a heartfelt invitation to remember a time when life was simpler, cozier, and more beautifully real.
About Lucas
Lucas is the audio engineer behind the immersive soundscapes of A Wild and Simple Life. With over twenty years of experience as a video editor and filmmaker, he brings a storyteller’s intuition and a filmmaker’s eye for detail to every episode.
As podcasting grew, Lucas naturally expanded into audio production, crafting the gentle layers, ambient textures, and subtle transitions that make each story feel cinematic and grounding.
He is also Julie Ann's partner in life, and his steady creativity helps shape the calm, immersive world they create together—inviting listeners to slow down and reconnect with what matters.
