Julia Baker

Julia Baker is the star of Animal Planet’s international hit series Snake Sheila and a highly sought-after keynote speaker, MC, and workshop facilitator. She inspires audiences with her remarkable story of personal transformation—from a depressed, overweight, divorced pastry chef to a snake-wrangling, chopper-riding “Super Mum” with two thriving businesses, a television series, and a successful speaking career.

Julia regularly appears on programs such as Sunrise (Channel 7), and ABC Radio. She is renowned for her engaging, down-to-earth style, tailoring speeches to each audience and delivering practical strategies that motivate people to achieve their dreams. Her workshops are equally dynamic, combining humour, inspiration, and actionable guidance.

At 40, Julia wrote herself a bucket list and set out to transform her life. Within seven years, she earned an advanced diploma in acting, a diploma in marketing with distinction, a motorbike licence, a snake handler’s licence, and a wildlife exhibitor’s licence—while building her career and personal life. Today, she helps others achieve their own bucket lists, teaching that “if you can dream it—you can achieve it.”

Julia is celebrated for her fearless, no-nonsense approach, her humour, and her extraordinary ability to handle Australia’s most venomous snakes—making her talks entertaining, inspiring, and unforgettable.