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Handful of Leaves | Mindfulness & Buddhism in Everyday LifeWhy a 31-year old Singaporean Techie Chose the Monk LifeFrom dating to reading about Elon Musk to politics, he was in search of meaning in his early 20s. That all changed when he read about the Buddha and his monks.We had the awesome opportunity to speak with Phra Ryan before he took on full ordination. Here’s his story of becoming a monk at the prime of his career in the tech industry. This is also how he, as an only son and having family members of a different faith, arrived at this path.#BuddhistWisdom #MindfulLiving #FaithAndPractice
2025-10-1415 min
Handful of Leaves | Mindfulness & Buddhism in Everyday LifeEp 62: A Narrow Heart Is a Fragile Heart | How to Stop Feeling So AloneIn this episode, Lopen Ani Pema Deki (Ven Emma Slade) — a former London investment banker who left after a near-death experience in Jakarta to ordain in Bhutan — explores what it means to widen the heart and become truly unbreakable. She contrasts fleeting, manufactured happiness with the effortless joy that arises from practice and explains how small acts of kindness build resilience. Perfect for listeners curious about practical spirituality and living with purpose.Key Takeaways:🧭 Choose Liberation, Not Comfort — Why training the mind matters, and how practice aims for freedom from samsara rather than temp...
2025-09-2415 min
AutoKnerdClosing Without Pressure: How to Finish Deals With TrustHow do you close a deal without blowing up all the trust you just built?
That’s the question we tackle in AutoKnerd Podcast EP54: Closing Time – How to Finish Without Breaking Trust.
In this episode, Andrew Sardone breaks down:
✅ Why most consultants lose deals in the last 5 minutes
✅ 5 trust-first closing phrases that confirm instead of corner
✅ The body language and tone shifts that ruin the close
✅ How to spot “trust signals” before you ask for the commitment
If you’ve ever felt that sinki...
2025-08-2809 min
Handful of Leaves | Mindfulness & Buddhism in Everyday LifeEp 61: How I Built a $200M Business Without Crossing These 5 LinesHow can Buddhist principles guide tough business decisions, build trust, and create a healthier workplace culture? In this episode, Glints co-founder Ying Cong shares real-life lessons from 11 years of leading a startup—navigating challenges from employee boundaries to co-founder conflicts—while staying grounded in his “inviolable principles.” His reflections show how mindfulness and compassion can be powerful tools in leadership and life.🛑 Boundaries Build Respect – Why not treating employees as “family” can actually strengthen trust and fairness.🗣️ Truth as a Leadership Asset – How radical honesty during crises kept the team united and loyal.🤝 Compassio...
2025-08-1523 min
Handful of Leaves | Mindfulness & Buddhism in Everyday LifeEp 60: The $200M Entrepreneur who meditates two hours a dayWhat does it mean to build a $200M startup while staying grounded in Buddhist values? In this episode, Ying Cong, co-founder of Glints, shares candid stories from his entrepreneurial journey—from navigating PR crises to letting go of ego and status. With wisdom drawn from his daily two-hour meditation practice and real-world experience, he explores how Dhamma can shape leadership, decisions, and even definitions of success.🧘 Meditation in the Startup World – How mindfulness helps in managing crises and emotional highs and lows💸 The Joy of Giving – Why true generosity pierces the ego and transfor...
2025-07-1723 min
Handful of Leaves | Mindfulness & Buddhism in Everyday LifeEp 59: Buddhism Saved My Life ft. Hary HoHow do we grow through trauma and find clarity in the midst of chaos? In this heartfelt and honest episode, Hary Ho opens up about his journey through childhood trauma, depression, and a life-changing medical condition that forced him to confront impermanence head-on. His story is a powerful reminder that healing isn't linear—but it is possible. Tune in for raw reflections, unexpected insights, and gentle encouragement for anyone navigating darkness.🔹 From Abuse to Awakening – Hary shares how childhood trauma shaped his worldview and his eventual path to inner freedom 🕊️ 🔹 Facing Illness and Impermanenc...
2025-06-1828 min
Handful of Leaves | Mindfulness & Buddhism in Everyday LifeEp 58: What Vesak Means to Us ft. Jiayi and SoonWhat does Vesak mean beyond flowers, incense, and rituals? In this warm and insightful conversation, the HOL team reflects on their childhood memories, evolving understanding, and personal aspirations for Vesak. From funny temple stories to deep reflections on renunciation, this episode explores how we can live the true spirit of Vesak — not just on one day, but every day.Key Takeaways:🌱 From Ritual to Reflection – How Vesak transformed from a cultural event into a meaningful spiritual practice.🧘 Practice Over Offerings – Why the Buddha taught that our actions — not flowers or incense — are...
2025-05-2935 min
Handful of Leaves | Mindfulness & Buddhism in Everyday LifeThis is GoodbyeIn this heartfelt farewell episode, Kai Xin shares her personal journey of stepping away from Handful of Leaves to fully pursue the spiritual path. Together with Heng Xuan, they reflect on the early days of HOL, the community they’ve built, and what lies ahead. Whether you're a long-time listener or new to the platform, this episode is a touching reminder of purpose, presence, and legacy.Key Takeaways:🙏 Honoring a New Chapter – Kai Xin shares her decision to step down from HOL to focus on formal Buddhist practice.💡 Legacy & Letting Go – Refle...
2025-05-2737 min
Handful of Leaves | Mindfulness & Buddhism in Everyday LifeEp 56: Is Letting Go = Laziness? ft. Venerable Sumangala and SoonIn this episode of Handful of Leaves, Venerable Sumangala shares insights on the practice of letting go and renunciation, emphasising the importance of inner transformation and understanding suffering. She explains how letting go of attachment to ego and external perceptions leads to true freedom and happiness, while still pursuing goals with a balanced approach.Key Takeaways:🧘♀️ Letting Go of Ego – True liberation comes from letting go of the ego and not creating more attachments to identity, fame, or success.🌱 Understanding Suffering – The Four Noble Truths guide us to understand that suffering is a r...
2025-03-2815 min
Handful of Leaves | Mindfulness & Buddhism in Everyday LifeEp 55: Gay, married with a family. Buddhism taught me self-loveIn this deeply personal episode, Julian opens up about his journey of self-discovery, struggles with self-acceptance, and how Buddhism transformed his perspective on life. He shares his battles with fear, vulnerability, and self-doubt, offering valuable insights on resilience and personal growth. Join us as we explore the power of kindness, healing, and embracing one's true self.#SelfDiscovery #MindfulnessJourney #HealingThroughVulnerability #BuddhismAndLife #OvercomingFearTranscript: https://bit.ly/hol-ep-55Timestamps:(00:00) – Introduction & Disclaimer(01:37) – Julian’s Journey into Buddhism(02:13) – Learning from Buddhism & Personal Growth
2025-02-2713 min
Passive Mobile Home Park InvestingTop Risks: Converting Park-Owned Mobile Homes (POH) To Tenant-Owned Mobile Homes (TOH)Welcome back to the Passive Mobile Home Park Investing Podcast with your host, Andrew Keel! In this episode, Andrew Keel kicks off a new mini-series on some of the top risks associated with owning a mobile home park.
In this first installment, Andrew Keel dives deep into the critical process of converting park-owned mobile homes (POH) to tenant-owned mobile homes (TOH)—a pivotal strategy for many mobile home park investors.
As a seasoned mobile home park operator, Andrew Keel discusses some of the risks associated with transitioning a mobile home park from POH to TOH, pr...
2024-09-2420 minSt Andrew's Cathedral SermonsIn Death or DeliveranceMessage by Revd Alvin Toh (Acts 12:1-19, John 10:27-29)
2024-06-0800 minSt Andrew's Cathedral SermonsPrepare the Way of the LordMessage by Revd Alvin Toh at the Sunday Service (Mark 1:1-8)
2023-12-1000 minSt Andrew's Cathedral SermonsThe Urgency of the GospelMessage by Revd Alvin Toh at the Sunday Service (Luke 21:10-19, 25-28)
2023-11-0500 minSt Andrew's Cathedral SermonsChristian and the State: Living Under AuthorityMessage by Revd Alvin Toh at the Sunday Service (Romans 13:1-7)
2023-09-0300 min
Clotheshorse with Amanda Lee McCartyEpisode 173: Sewing As A Part of Slow Fashion with Zoe of Check Your Thread (part 1)Amanda is joined by Zoe Edwards, host of Check Your Thread. This is part one of their conversation. They will be talking about how and why Zoe started a podcast about sewing and her relationship with sewing. They will also unpack the privileges that make sewing more challenging or inaccessible for many people (and how it could be better). Amanda explains the connection between Temu, "996" work culture, and forced labor.Get connected with Zoe:Check Your ThreadIntroduction to Garment Fabrics (by Zoe)Zoe's personal sewing blogInstagram: @checkyourthreadFurther re...
2023-08-282h 10
Fearless Fred Presents: Mud 79 - A Fan Made Star Wars StoryThe Ravine | 1010 - The Ravine Mud79’s Scouts continue their slog through the murky jungles of the Green Death. They’re nearly eaten alive by the parasites and predators that stalk beneath the forest canopy, but they reach their destination. The enemy gun battery is well defended and tears into the scouts with heavy blaster fire and dogged resistance. But there are far more dangerous things on Cestin IV than either the Empire or its enemies…a lesson Kwai and his fellow troopers are about to learn–as winged death descends from the skies.
2023-08-0341 minSt Andrew's Cathedral SermonsDo Not Harden Our HeartsMessage by Revd Alvin Toh at the Sunday Service (Romans 11:25-36)
2023-07-3000 minFearless Fred Presents: Mud 79 - A Fan Made Star Wars StoryBoots | 9Episode 9 - BootsThe newly formed scouts of Mud79 are sent on a covert mission through the deadliest jungles on the planet's surface. An area dubbed “The Green Death,” where even the locals fear to tread. They’ve been ordered to silence an enemy gun battery. And if they fail to achieve their goal, thousands of Imperial Troopers could be killed. Things grow dire when one of the scouts is severely wounded crossing a river, and Kwai is shot during a firefight.CAST:Pvt Soloman Kwai (Narrator) – Fred Ken...
2023-07-2742 minFearless Fred Presents: Mud 79 - A Fan Made Star Wars StoryA Drop of Hatred and Suffering | 8Episode 8 - A Drop of Hatred and Suffering Mud79 struggles to take control of the enemy safehouse. They fight their way to the main doors, blaster bolts flying in every direction ensuring extensive casualties on both sides. Once inside they witness the horror and butchery an Imperial Inquisitor is capable of. But even with such power on their side will they be able to rescue their lost comrade? And how has the enemy gotten such a foothold on the Empire’s doorstep?CAST:Pvt Soloman Kwai (Narrator) – Fred...
2023-07-2042 minFearless Fred Presents: Mud 79 - A Fan Made Star Wars StoryWarehouse | 7Episode 7 - WarehouseThe surface of Cestin IV grows ever more dangerous and Mud79 joins a desperate mission to rescue Mudtrooper who was taken prisoner months earlier. The prisoner’s being held in a hidden enemy safehouse. The 79th gets support from a Sith Inquisitor and her Purge Troopers, the Emperor’s secretive agents used to hunt down and eliminate Jedi across the galaxy. They have the fury of the Emperor’s fists…but will it be enough?CAST:Pvt Soloman Kwai (Narrator) – Fred KennedyVoice of t...
2023-07-1337 minFearless Fred Presents: Mud 79 - A Fan Made Star Wars StoryThe Pits | 6Episode 6 - The PitsMembers of Mud 79 are facing disaster. They’re in the wealthy star port of Floon Bay–a nest of gambling and debauchery. They were enjoying the high speed swoop bike races and placed a high wager on a specific race–one they attempted to rig–only to lose their money and run afoul of the dangerous criminal elements within the city. But that’s nothing compared to what awaits them when they get back to Camp Vybus.CAST:Pvt Soloman Kwai (Narrator) – Fred Kennedy
2023-07-0651 minFearless Fred Presents: Mud 79 - A Fan Made Star Wars StoryMedals and Swoop Bikes | 5Episode 5 - Medals and Swoop BikesSolomon Kwai and a few members of Mud79 are given leave passes and head into the bustling starport city of Floon Bay for a Swoop Bike Tournament–a must see event where thousands from across the Galaxy come and gamble fortunes on the Swoop Bike Races–an ultra high speed vicious motor sport. Two comrades from Mud79, Staven and Murray, make a large wager on one race in particular, and Kwai worries about the repercussions. Will they be safe? CAST:Pvt Solom...
2023-06-2950 minFearless Fred Presents: Mud 79 - A Fan Made Star Wars StoryThe Adventurer | 4Episode 4 - The Adventurer The platoon from Mud 79 is surrounded by a hostile force and they come under attack. Enemy fighters pouring into the Imperial trenches engaging in brutal hand to hand fighting. During the battle’s climax, Solomon Kwai is given a dangerous assignment putting him in the sights of the most dangerous foe the troopers have ever faced.CAST:Pvt Soloman Kwai (Narrator) – Fred KennedyVoice of the Galaxy - Adam HerdmanColonel Ghast – Farah NasserLt Orto – Ben McEwan
2023-06-2249 minFearless Fred Presents: Mud 79 - A Fan Made Star Wars StoryRumours of War | 3Episode 3 - Rumours of WarSolomon Kwai and the rest of the Mud79 troopers begin patrol operations in the jungle-covered region of Cestin IV known as Bista Valley. They make contact with small towns and mining settlements–learning more about recent mercenary activity in the region–these aren’t mere bandits, but former separatist soldiers from the Clone Wars. After a long day marching through swamps and wetlands, Kwai is startled by a scream in the night. CAST:Pvt Soloman Kwai (Narrator) – Fred KennedyVoice of the Ga...
2023-06-1544 minSt Andrew's Cathedral SermonsThe Holy Spirit and our Future DestinyMessage by Revd Alvin Toh at the Sunday Service (Romans 8:18-30)
2023-06-1100 minFearless Fred Presents: Mud 79 - A Fan Made Star Wars StoryThe Sigil | 2Episode 2 - The Sigil The Mud Troopers of Platoon79 help defend a mine from raiders, who manage to steal a large amount of Kenian 68–a valuable ore used in cloaking devices. The platoon follows the bandits into the nearby foothills. After hours on the move, Solomon Kwai and his comrades uncover their hidden base, and make a startling discovery.CAST:Pvt Soloman Kwai (Narrator) – Fred KennedyVoice of the Galaxy - Adam HerdmanColonel Ghast – Farah NasserLt Orto – Ben McEwanSgt...
2023-06-0849 minFearless Fred Presents: Mud 79 - A Fan Made Star Wars StoryYou Don't Want to be a Storm Trooper | 1Solomon Kwai grew up during the Clone Wars. His planet was liberated by the Republic, and his family fought and died in its armies. When the Republic fell, and Sheev Palpateen formed the new Galactic Empire, Solomon assumed it was nothing more than the changing of a flag. So he left his home planet and joined the Imperial Army. He’s sent off to basic training, and assigned to the 79th platoon in the 934th Legion. He and his fellow mud troopers ship out to the planet of Cestin Nebula where they establish a centre of operations on the pl...
2023-06-0139 minSt Andrew's Cathedral SermonsWhat has the Law got to do with me?Message by Revd Alvin Toh at the Sunday Service (Romans 7:4-6, 10-25)
2023-05-2100 minSt Andrew's Cathedral SermonsWorship in Spirit & TruthMessage by Revd Alvin Toh at the Sunday Service (John 4:5-26)
2023-03-1200 min
The Alaric Ong Show#166 Alaric Ong Interviews The World’s Most Successful Entrepreneurs - 6,7,8 and 9-figure EntrepreneursFor the full playlist of interviews, visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6vAzR66cIQk&list=PLuyxB7oUxy42qoUDx4XSAFZ6No25rbvzo
In order to learn from the most successful entrepreneurs from around the world, Alaric Ong started the “Alaric Ong Show” on YouTube in which he interviews many 6,7,8 and 9 figure entrepreneurs.
Some of the entrepreneurs he interviewed make as much as USD $100 million a year.
So far, he has interviewed top entrepreneurs like
✅ Marcos Moura: $120MM/year business Amada Inc (Entrepreneur 500 and inc 5000 company. 2 Comma Club C award)
✅ George Ross: Do...
2022-12-0802 min
The Alaric Ong Show#155 Ready For 2021! The Art Of Goal-Setting- Alaric Ong Interviews Jet TohAbout Jet Toh
Once a shy boy with little confidence, now a speaker to the masses.
Once a corporate highflyer, now a global entrepreneur.
Once an employee in the rat race busy over bread and butter, now a millionaire.
Having benefited from the field of personal development himself since 2001, Jet now helps many others unlock their true potential through a proprietary 9 STEPS: Goal Mastery™️ System. His achievements have made him the ideal example for how priming yourself for success is key to actually reaching your biggest goals.
Jet became a million...
2022-10-251h 21
商海名人访 SHANGHAI TALK OF FAMEDreven Capital IP Sdb Bhd | Andrew Toh如何通过知识产权 创造价值帮助更多人？如果你对知识产权的认知还停留在版权或专利等，那你就落伍了。知识产权包括版权、专利、商标、外观等，真正目的是帮助开拓你的品牌，开拓你的创作，开拓你的发明的一个渠道，而最后作为一个无形的资产。从刑事辩护律师身份到投身知识产权事业，Andrew Toh旨在通过知识产权，帮助并影响到更多人。那么对于一家公司，知识产权有多重要？背后可以带出的价值到底有多大？名人嘉宾：Andrew Toh名人主播：苏进川
2022-06-1031 min
Kopi TalkExperiencing God's Love through Others - Andrew TohAndrew shares his faith journey and conversion experiences. He went for CER shortly before the circuit breaker period in 2020.
2022-03-1420 min
List Hai Toh Hit HaiMust watch Oscar nominated films on OTTWelcome to OTTplay List hai toh hit hai, theme-based special podcast, I'm your host Nikhil. In today’s episode, we are counting down some of the Oscar-nominated films available to stream on OTT in India. Let's begin the list. The Power of the DogBenedict Cumberbatch’s The Power of the Dog won hearts weeks after its release. A Western psychological thriller, The Power of the Dog charted the story of two brothers Phil (played by Benedict Cumberbatch) and George Burbank (played by Jesse Plemons). While Phil struggles with George’s new life choices, the brothers’ interpersonal dynamics...
2022-02-1107 min
Redeye RundownThe Reason Andrew Wiggins Is an All-Star: Redeye Rundown 1/28/21Toh and Coles wonder why fake injury celebrations are a thing, discuss how K-Pop fans made Andrew Wiggins an NBA All-Star, and give an update on the Mike Trout weather situation.
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2022-01-2806 minList Hai Toh Hit HaiLGBTQA in FilmsWelcome to List hai toh hit hai, a theme-based podcast special on OTTplay, I'm your host Nikhil with you.More often than not, films do a poor job of depicting marginalised sections of society. The LGBTQA community has unfortunately been subject to such poor filmmaking tactics as well. From lewd humour to stereotypical depictions, films have seldom been able to do justice to the already marginalised. However, some movies have gone the extra mile to ensure their characters honestly depict the struggles and trauma of the ostracised, steering clear of any one-note depictions and opting for poignant...
2022-01-1204 minList Hai Toh Hit HaiFilms based on Satire themeHey there! Welcome to another special podcast List hai toh hit hai, this is your host Nikhil with you.In today’s podcast, I would be taking you through my list of films and TV shows that redefined satire on OTT platforms. Today's podcast is an awesome journey into the world of satire. The film and television industry has always been used as a medium for delivering the socio-political messages of society. Playwrights such as John Marston, Thomas Middleton, and William Shakespeare used satire as tools to rhetorically provide information on the issues in society. Film...
2022-01-1106 min
PODCAST SHABAAR2#9 Mendingan Pacaran Apa Kagak? ft. Nerissa dan RafaelHELLO SHABAARNATION! Pernah ga sih kalian kepikiran, ah mendingan ga usah pacaran, HTS an aja toh atau TTM an aja? Nah kalau kalian belum pernah, atau sekarang lagi berpikir kearah sana, kalian cocok banget untuk dengerin episode kali ini! Oiya kita ada masternya loh AEL Si Pakar Hubungan Cowok Cewek dan Nerissa Si Pacaran Awet. SO ENJOOY!
2021-08-2930 min
That's Not Spit, It's Condensation!#114: Andrew HitzOur sponsor: Houghton Hornswww.houghtonhorns.comUse code "REX" for $19 entry to Rex Richardson's "Inside the Practice Room"!Hitz Academy - Inside the Practice Room with Rex RichardsonAndrew Hitz has appeared as a soloist, clinician and speaker in over 40 states and 30 countries including Japan, Brazil, Russia and Singapore. He is probably best known for the 14 years he spent touring the world as the tuba player and co-owner of Boston Brass. Andrew has also performed with the National Symphony, Baltimore Symphony, Utah Symphony, Kennedy Center Honors Orchestra, U.S. Army Field Band...
2021-06-021h 49
The Cathedral PodcastCulture of LifePastor Ian Toh helps us see how affirming life is a powerful lens to understand the Gospel and church.
2021-05-0800 min
Hello MentorEP 32 | Andrew Yap - Crazy Low Prices from Big Bad Wolf Books & BookXcess“One day, a book distributor from overseas approached us and said ‘Hey, we have some books to clear’. We tried selling all the books for RM8 and it just went crazy.” --- Andrew Yap
In this podcast episode, Andrew shares personal stories of how he started his entrepreneurial journey at 14 years old. Andrew talks about the Big Bad Wolf book sale and how he managed to sell books at such affordable prices. He shares the biggest challenges during the pandemic and how it has forced his company to grow stronger. He shares advice to people who want to...
2021-04-151h 35
Careers of Millennials PodcastHigh Performance Millennials Coach shares his Career JourneyMarcus Cheu is a High-Performer Mindset Coach, who works with aspiring entrepreneurs, side hustlers, and sales professionals to help them get unstuck over their next steps and develop a high-performer mindset so that they can crush their goals. He is also the host of the JourneyNorth podcast, designed for curious souls who are seeking direction, focus and guidance in life. On the podcast, Marcus gets thought leaders and experts to share about their success, failures and struggles in life, to extract valuable insights to help people live their lives to the fullest. In this episode, we’ll fi...
2021-03-0241 minCareers of Millennials PodcastSales Engineer shows and tells Technical SalesSean Yap is a sales engineer at a defence solutions provider and components reseller firm. Previously he was in the startup space after graduation from NUS Engineering Science, where he founded his own startup, developing devices to automate pool maintenance for cleaner pools. In this episode, he shares his career experiences as a technical sales engineer.
2021-02-2341 minCareers of Millennials PodcastTherapist Shares Tips for Millennials on Dealing with StressIn this episode, Sophia Goh shares her views on mental health of millennials as a professional counsellor. She shares mental health trends affecting millennials who are the most vulnerable age group. She gave tips on dealing with mental stress and what would it be like seeing a therapist.
2021-02-1633 minCareers of Millennials PodcastGetting a Job at a Startup with a Creative ResumeIn this episode, I caught up with Peter Lam after his first podcast interview at The Learning Show to find out more about his unique process of applying for a job. He flew from USA to Singapore on a one-way ticket and set his eyes on a fitness startup. With a creative resume he put together about the business, he landed a role at the startup and we find out how he did that exactly and why.
2021-02-0936 minCareers of Millennials PodcastFinding a Career as a Gen ZIn this episode, Regine Chan shares her experience of discovering what she wants in a career by exploring multiple internships. She shares what she wants in her career and also gave advice around securing internships with great questions and connecting with interviewers.
2021-02-0244 minCareers of Millennials PodcastFrom University dropout to leading Financial Literacy Podcast: Reggie KohReggie Koh is the founder and brain behind The Financial Coconut, a leading podcast about financial literacy on Apple and Spotify. He is also general manager of a cloud computing startup. After dropping out of University, he strived for entrepreneurship and founded 2 startups which translated into great learning experiences. He has also written a book about purpose called “Living Life to the Fullest”. Today, he continues to champion financial literacy through podcasting.
2021-01-2658 minCareers of Millennials PodcastVenturing into Startups and Entrepreneurship with Tian WenTian Wen is a Market Analytics Research Associate at a venture capital firm. He did over 4 years of internship experience in research, writing, and marketing during his time in NUS. He majored in political science and economics, and is also certified in digital marketing and 2 Asian languages.
2021-01-1949 minCareers of Millennials PodcastFrom Barista to Food Scientist: Yi RongYi Rong is a food scientist in a local sustainability startup. Her work centres on devising new ways to upcycle surplus produce and the unwanted by-products of food manufacturing. Formerly a microbiologist in an agritech MNC, she was involved in the treatment of slaughterhouse wastewater as well as the development of field-ready test kits for CoVID-19 and African Swine Fever (ASF). Yi Rong graduated from Durham University with a Natural Sciences degree in 2018.
2020-12-0200 min
can laHow To Effectively Work From Home ft. Andrew TohEver wonder how manager keep tabs of you when working from home? In this episode, we have Andrew Toh, podcast host of Careers of Millennials, to share with us his working from home experience. You can listen to his podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/show/26P9yEYGZcM4mdRnHKtjzS?si=yNV_Rl2-TQ2w9nnYLhoBJw
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2020-11-2128 minCareers of Millennials PodcastMarketing e-Magazine to help Students get through the World of MarketingNicole Ng and Daniel Lee created MARKON, an e-magazine which helps SMU Marketing students navigate the world of marketing. It consists of 19 articles written by marketing students and 1 veteran about the different marketing jobs and careers out there.
In this Careers of Millennials podcast, I invite the both of them to share how MARKON e-Mag was created, what are their personal thoughts about the different marketing verticals, and their tips for marketing students in University. We also discussed networking and personal branding tips to get a job in marketing.
2020-11-1800 minCareers of Millennials PodcastBlockchain in Banking: IB Program Manager shares Career AdviceAs banks adapt to the post Covid-19 world, blockchain is among one of the key technologies to enable banks of the future to settle trades and payments at reduced costs and increased speed. As I try to understand why we should care about blockchain, I spoke to Syed Shah, an investment banking program manager, and he shared his latest observations about blockchain in the banking space, and how it can impact our careers.
Syed Shah is a business change lead for the APAC region in a global investment bank. Syed brings 12 years of experience in London’s...
2020-11-1100 minCareers of Millennials PodcastStudent Writer Speaks about Disruption and FOMOAs disruption rips through the world due to the pandemic, I sought student writer Chia Wee on his latest advice about responding to disruption, combating fears of missing out (FOMO), and his message to millennials. Chia Wee is an undergraduate student and his articles have been published on The Straits Times and CNA.
Chia Wee is a third-year student at the National University of Singapore’s Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, majoring in Philosophy, Politics and Economics. He has contributed several articles to The Straits Times and CNA on broad social issues such as the fear of...
2020-11-0400 minCareers of Millennials PodcastAviation Director shares his Best Career Advice in CoronavirusAmidst this pandemic, I reached out to Paul to share his advice for millennials who have a passion for the aviation industry. I learnt what goes on behind the scenes as airlines navigate through the crisis. Paul also shared a powerful story about his approach to take good care of the company he worked for, and how the company in turn took care of him.
Paul Nef is a regional sales director based in Singapore for a US aerospace company. He has 39 years of experience in the aviation industry. He has held leadership positions in...
2020-10-0149 minCareers of Millennials PodcastCreative Thinking and Worldbuilding from an ArchitectCreative Thinking is one of the top skills in demand today, so I got Ryan to share with us what worldbuilding is about, and how that leads to creative thinking. Then, we discussed how we could grow creativity for our careers.
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2020-09-1231 minCareers of Millennials PodcastArts Professor Responds with Career Advice for ArtistsArtists are the no.1 most non essential jobs according to a public survey. So, I got Assoc. Professor Greg Petersen to join me in this podcast to share his perspective. Greg is a bassist player and has performed on several records and film scores such as Walt Disney Pictures and Warner Bros. Currently, he is an Associate Professor in the Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music where he teaches humanities and critical thinking skills in relation to the arts.
2020-08-281h 03
Careers of Millennials PodcastProgramming as a Career: Software Engineer Jay Chow on Careers of MillennialsWhat does it take to be a software engineer in USA? I caught up with Jay Chow who now works as a software engineer in Silicon Valley, and uncovered his journey about how he stood out in this competitive career. Besides working hard and learning smart, he also found a sponsor to support his career. We also talked about the recent cheating case in a coding exam, and why serious software engineers should learn how to code by themselves.
Watch this podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=It4J-7K6b5Y
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2020-08-1351 min
Big Little BooksEp 15: Summer Reading. July 19, 2020.Hello fellow bibliophiles, it has been a while! Hosts Yuli and Sam spend each episode chatting about books while hopefully adding to your always growing TBR list. Big Little Books is back to its regular programming, fuelled mostly by coffee… and sometimes wine.
For Ottawa bookworms, in this episode, we chat about OPL updates, (check out https://bilbioottawalibrary.ca for the most recent updates), as well as virtual book options. We dig into our shared read of The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls as well as our Cyber Movie Date.
Do you remember how in ou...
2020-07-1949 min
Talks With TohS1:E18 - Andrew Phan: Epigenetics, Ethical Stem Cell Research, Better Show NamesAndrew Phan, PhD Student in Dr. Tim Downing's Lab at UCI, joins the podcast with discussions on epigenetics and stem cell research. We talk about what epigenetics is, how he ended up in Grad School, and what we can do to stay connected in an environment like grad school. He also brings some recommendations for better show names and some ideas for segments. We plan to work closely together soon in our research!
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2020-05-1647 min
The Brass JunkiesTBJ136: Boston Brass joins Andrew & Lance sharing stories both new and oldTBJ136: Boston Brass joins Andrew & Lance sharing stories both new and old. The five current members of Boston Brass catch us up with how the quintet is dealing with quarantine, swaps stories, and future plans. From their website: For 31 years, Boston Brass has set out to establish a one-of-a-kind musical experience. Performing exciting classical arrangements to burning jazz standards, Boston Brass treats audiences to a unique brand of entertainment captivating all ages. The ensemble's lively repartee, touched with humor and personality, attempts to bridge the ocean of classical formality to delight audiences in an evening...
2020-04-281h 06
Oil MarketsCoronavirus fears sends jitters across Asia Pacific crude market following record premiumsThe start of the year sees new record premiums for Asia-Pacific crude with IMO 2020 kicking in, and amid fewer supply from Libya. But sentiment in the market could be weighed down by the coronavirus outbreak gripping commodity markets. S&P Global Platts Asia-Pacific crude oil market experts Jeslyn Lerh, Andrew Toh and Ada Taib examine the market.
2020-02-0405 min
How You Say?Episode 76: Here Our Flag!Oto Nasza Flaga!English Phonemes: “oh toh NAH-[sz]ah FLAH-gah”Literal Translation: Here Our Flag!Elegant Translation: Here is our flag!It’s Flag Day in Poland today! Here’s a quick phrase and a brief history lesson to celebrate. Also, shoutout to listeners Wendy and Andrew for the idea!Oto = hereNasza = our [adj. fem. s.]Flaga = flag [noun fem. s. subject form]Research Links:https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Polish–Lithuanian_Commonwealthhttps://en.m.wikipedi...
2019-05-0200 min
Oil MarketsWhat does the end of the Iran sanction waivers mean to Asian crude and condensate buyers?The US announced the end of all waivers from Iran oil sanctions when they expire on May 2. Ada Taib, Eesha Muneeb and Andrew Toh, S&P Global Platts editors in Asia, examine what this announcement means to crude oil buyers in the region, with China, India, and South Korea being among the biggest...
2019-04-2606 min
Mastering Intensive CareJune Goh - Leading by creating a family-like department culture (SG-ANZICS special episode)How well do you know your colleagues? How much do you socialise with them? Do you have an annual retreat for your colleagues and their families? After you listen to this episode you may reflect on these questions. To give your patients the very best care possible it seems obvious that your team needs to know each other, understand the strengths and weaknesses of each other, and combine and communicate well in the clinical environment. So how much time does your department devote to fostering a department culture that...
2018-12-241h 17
Everything Band PodcastAndrew HitzFormerly of the Boston Brass, Andrew Hitz is currently a freelance musician, clinician, podcaster, and speaker. In this episode he joins me for a discussion about tuba and offers his perspective on band, teaching, and the future of music education. Topics: Andrew's background and his new book series The Band Director's Guides Starting beginners on tuba and tips on posture and breathing. Having a characteristic sound for your instrument Thoughts about how music education needs to fight for survival and relevance Managing time and exploring creative opportunities early in a career Links: AndrewHitz.com Th...
2017-07-241h 09
Contrabass ConversationsAndrew Hitz on hard work and blue ocean strategyAndrew Hitz and I go way back. Not only did we both attend Northwestern University together, but we actually lived in the same arts dorm! In fact, I remember Andrew playing tuba in the great room for performance night. We reconnected last year when I discovered his wonderful podcast The Entrepreneurial Musician. He had me on as a guest in the fall, and I'm thrilled to have him on my podcast today! We dig into topics like: blue versus red ocean strategy and how we're trained as classical musicians to live in red oceans ways you...
2017-03-011h 01
The Mindful MusicianEp. 18 The Entrepreneurial Musician w. Andrew Hitz This weeks guest is Andrew Hitz Andrew Hitz is an internationally renowned soloist, clinician and speaker having appeared in over 40 states and 30 countries including Japan, Brazil, Russia and Singapore. He recently ended a 14 year tenure as the tuba player for Boston Brass. Andrew has also appeared with the National Symphony Orchestra, Baltimore Symphony Orchestra, Alarm Will Sound and the Marine Band of Mexico. Andrew currently teaches tuba and euphonium at George Mason University and Gettysburg College. As an Educational Ambassador for Jupiter Band Instruments, he appears all over the world as both a teacher and performer. Andrew has presented at...
2016-10-301h 37