What if healthy food actually became the most delicious part of your day? We sit down with entrepreneur and food innovator Tommy Leung to unpack how flavour-first meals, smart nutrition, and precision fermentation can turn good intentions into a habit you’ll enjoy keeping. Tommy’s journey stretches from family-run Chinese restaurants in Sweden to leading a modern meal service designed for busy professionals. He breaks down why high protein and high fiber are only half the story—taste i...

What if your body already contained everything needed to heal itself? Dr. Manisha Lakarkar reveals how homeopathy works with your natural healing processes rather than forcing external cures upon symptoms. Dr. Manisha, a seasoned homeopathic practitioner with over 15 years of clinical experience, shares the profound principle that guides her practice: "We treat man in disease and not the disease in man." This holistic approach stands in stark contrast to conventional medicine, examining not ...

What would you do if faced with a split-second decision that could determine whether someone you love lives or dies? For Katherine Wang, this nightmare scenario became reality when her husband Cliff Hegen collapsed with a severe headache and vomiting—symptoms that would reveal a life-threatening brain hemorrhage requiring immediate surgery. Their story begins with professional success. As founders of Fitco-consulting, an executive search firm established during the 2008 financial crisis, Kat...

What if the second half of your life could be the best part? While society pushes a narrative that success must happen in youth, transformational coach Winnie Sung discovered exactly the opposite: midlife is when things truly begin to open up. In this deeply insightful conversation, Winnie shares her remarkable journey from Hong Kong-raised lawyer to global corporate executive to purpose-driven coach. Her story illuminates how career transitions can lead to profound personal growth when guid...

From the remote heights of the Himalayas near K2—the world's second-highest mountain—comes a remarkable natural substance that might be the missing piece in your wellness puzzle. Aly Ramzi, founder of Rakaposhi Organics, shares the extraordinary story behind Shilajit, an ancient mineral resin harvested at elevations reaching 18,000 feet. What began as a deeply personal mission following the loss of Aly's mother has evolved into something extraordinary. His mother had dedicated 15 years to bu...

What happens when you combine physical mastery with passionate teaching and entrepreneurial spirit? Joy Ip's remarkable journey provides the answer. From humble beginnings training for Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in New York City to becoming a Pan-American champion and black belt, Joy has transformed her passion for movement into a mission that impacts countless lives. Her story reveals how stepping outside your comfort zone—whether moving from Hong Kong to study abroad, trying a new martial art, or...

What makes work truly meaningful, and how do our daily interactions shape the cultures we live and work in? This thought-provoking conversation with Josephine Wong and Daniel Szuc reveals powerful insights from their 26-year journey researching human-centered design and workplace transformation. After noticing a troubling disconnect between the empathy preached in human-centered design and the actual behaviors of practitioners, Jo and Daniel embarked on a mission to understand how we might c...

Swati was born and raised in India and she is married with two sons aged 11y and 13y. Swati’s health journey began in 2009, she was overweight, felt sluggish and was trying to control her health and nutrition in an uneducated manner. Later Swati moved to Hong Kong and decided to build her personal health. Later in Singapore she became a yoga teacher, she also became a Health Coach and Nutritionist. Swati found her calling in nutrition and holistic wellness. For more than a decade she has been...

Dr. Eleanor Kee is the founder of Elevate Life Chiropractic, a seasoned chiropractor with over 17 years of experience. Eleanor earned her chiropractic degree and license in the United States. She uses a comprehensive approach, integrating techniques such as manual adjustments and the Bio-Energetic Synchronization Technique (B.E.S.T.) to support both the physical and emotional well-being of her clients. Eleanor guides her clients in practices that promote balance and overall well-being. ...

My guest on the podcast this week is Danny Fang, a certified Breathing Mastery coach, Somatic Therapist, a Freediving instructor and a student at the University of Hong Kong studying Buddhism. Danny’s life purpose is to pass on his knowledge through therapeutic breathwork and coaching. He believes breathing and awareness are the most powerful combination to transform one’s life. In the podcast Danny shares his journey to Hong Kong. With good design skills he won design awards however he...

Nate hails from New Zealand where he started in the fitness industry more than 26 years ago. He is the founder and head trainer of Elite Personal Training (EPT) Hong Kong. A private and exclusive Personal Training Studio that focuses on holistic corrective exercise and body transformations. Married with two children, Nate previously appeared on the podcast in September 2021 in episode 56. EPT's oldest client is 84 and in the podcast Nate tells the story of Wesley, aged 81, who came to the EPT...

Adrian was born in Hong Kong and he went to the UK with his family when he was 7 years old. He grew up in the UK and did his undergraduate dental degree at Newcastle University. After returning to Hong Kong, he graduated with a distinction in Implant dentistry from HKU and Adrian started his own clinic in 2019. Adrian sees himself as your “Navigation System” for your “Oral Health” He sees Dentistry as a profession that focuses on “Oral Health” where success can be measured in less and l...

Marilyn is married, has two children and has lived in Hong Kong since 2000. Previously Marilyn served as President and COO to a top telecommunications firm in the Philippines. Marilyn loves to play golf, hike and enjoys all nature in her spare time. She brings her management and technological expertise to the management of a food tech business. She is steeped in the science of nutrition and brings this to bear in all the food creations of Food Folk and Nourish N Go. In the podcast Maril...

Milese moved to Hong Kong in 2006 to focus on a more clinical and holistic approach to health. In 2010, he obtained a Masters degree in Clinical Nutrition, a Diploma from the Functional Medicine University in USA. Miles went on to be certified in Hong Kong with the prestigious Institute of functional medicine. Miles is registered as a full member with BANT (UK), a government registered body in lifestyle medicine and clinical nutrition. In 2022 Miles launched Peak Metabolism ...

Alex See is the CEO of TruStyle with a mission to deliver exceptional service and craftmanship in the fashion jewellery industry. (See Episode 105). John Bower is a Personal Trainer at “Fititude”, an Executive Coach and an expert in Leadership Talent Development. (See episode 96). In this episode Alex See, John Bower and myself discuss the progress Alex is making towards his goals of a “Body Transformation” This is the second episode detailing Alex’s journey. Alex is two mon...

Rebekah grew up in Hong Kong and went on to study in California. She has academic degrees in Biology and History and years of experience in spiritual formation and a professional certification as a Functional Medicine Health Coach. With an expertise in the underlying drivers of wellness and behaviour change strategies Rebekah creates sustainable shifts in her clients lives. Rebekah coaches, speaks and writes on the interconnected nature of health. Her work is deeply informed by her pers...

Khanh-Linh grew up in Toulouse in France in a medical family. Her father Dr Nguyen-Trong instilled in her the importance of good health. Additionally, her father taught her acupuncture before she left the family home to persue her studies in interior design in Belgium. In 2010 Khanh-Linh was offered an internship in Hong Kong where she worked for ten years in interior design, styling and architecture. Following the birth of her second child her father suggested they do “Face Yoga” toget...

Dani, a dedicated holistic therapist, passionate about natural healing and wellness. Born in Belgium and raised in Portugal. Aged just 23, following a serious car accident, he embarked on a transformative journey. He studied holistic therapies in India, Thailand, South America, Australia, and Germany. In India, he was privileged to study at an Ayurvedic Hospital. An experience that gave him a profound understanding of the body's innate ability to heal when in balance. He was fortunate t...

William shares his early life growing up on the Peak in Hong Kong before travelling to the UK to attend Millfield School and later studying Accountancy and Business Management. He made many friends many of whom he remains in contact with today. William's grandmother, who set up many homes for the elderly and the disabled was an inspiration to him. His idea was to help a handful of scholars who themselves could bring change. William tells this story in the podcast. How from small b...

Alex is the CEO of TruStyle with a mission to deliver exceptional service and craftmanship in the fashion jewelry industry. This is the second time that Alex has featured on the podcast (Previously on Episode 105) and this is a special podcast episode where we follow Alex’s health journey. We discuss Alex’s goals that, in the short term, are focused on his upcoming marriage in July. His goal to lose five pounds of fat per month and gain one pound of muscle per month. In the podcast...