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This is life! unfiltered, with Gagan Gurung.# 14 Jonathan SongJonathan Song is the Global Business Director of Plaza Premium Group. Although he had Malaysian roots, he was born and raised in Hong Kong. After high school, he studied economics and chemistry at Bowdoin, a small liberal arts college in Maine.2023-06-2654 min
This is life! unfiltered, with Gagan Gurung.#13 Christina BrandtChristina Brandt is an American newly relocated to Japan by way of Hong Kong.She’s a long-term Starbucks Partner who is passionate about supporting women in their personal and professional development and equal rights for everyone. Last but not least, she is a mother to Charlie, her 23 year old son who is the light of her life.2022-11-2351 min
This is life! unfiltered, with Gagan Gurung.#12 Yangdup Lama (INDIA)Father, husband, leader Entrepreneur, published author of a cocktail book (Cocktails & Dreams) and co-owner of recently crowned world50best bars no.26 Sidecar, he is a true legend for our younger generation get inspired from.2022-10-1044 min
This is life! unfiltered, with Gagan Gurung.#11 Sonam Lama (NEPAL EDITION)Sonam Lama is a tea practitioner and an educator with almost three decades of experience in his bag. His devotion to tea emphasises on aesthetics, wellness, and education of Camellia Sinensis- the evergreen shrub, with a special focus on fine artisanal teas.He has been deemed a teacher of tea but he denotes himself as a student of tea. His practice invites a deeper understanding and respect for self-tapping into intuitive wisdom and awareness. Influenced by classical Buddhist philosophical thoughts and culture, he views tea as a medium for self-cultivation, change, and healing. He uses tea as...2022-09-2124 min
This is life! unfiltered, with Gagan Gurung.#10 Stephanie Lai & Douglas DustyOriginally from the UK, Douglas has lived and worked as a lifestyle journalist in London, Shanghai and Hong Kong. Formerly Managing Editor at Time Out Hong Kong and now Senior Commissioning Editor at the South China Morning Post, he has covered many beats and is a specialist in many topics including the F&B scene in Hong Kong, international education in East Asia, as well as Asian cinema.Stephanie is originally from Canada but grew up in Hong kong. She’s worked in PR and marketing in various industries including f&b, hospitality, lifestyle and wellness.2022-05-311h 27
This is life! unfiltered, with Gagan Gurung.#09 Wilson FokWilson Fok is a Hong Kong-based freelance food and lifestyle writer with over 10 years of experience in the media circle. An avid food lover with healthy appetite and curiosity in everything food related, Wilson shares his perspectives in the local food world and insight in the importance of writing the right story that inspires.2022-05-161h 36
This is life! unfiltered, with Gagan Gurung.#08 Spencer DouglassSpencer DouglassA gentleman and a knave, born out of time, yet somehow at the right time. A connoisseur of cocktails and fine foods, yet equally a street rat easily found outside 7 Elevens with a beer in hand. Has been a businessman, marketer, entrepreneur, talent manager & producer. Now sits comfortably at the NBA helping them bring their sport and all inherent fun & happiness to markets across Asia.2022-04-121h 53
This is life! unfiltered, with Gagan Gurung.#07 Santosh Dhakal (Nepali Language)Santosh Dhakal , a civil engineer from Nepal who arrive Hong Kong to hustle and turns to be a great story to listen2022-03-231h 12
This is life! unfiltered, with Gagan Gurung.#06 Slavica HabjanovicSlavica Habjanovic is a writer and communications specialist. An Australian-born Croatian, she’s worked in sociology, publishing, media and design and has an infinite curiosity about all things related to culture and art. Through her work she aims to give space to the voiceless, marginalised and underrepresented.2022-03-111h 26
This is life! unfiltered, with Gagan Gurung.#05 Amrit SunderAmrit Sunder arrived to the shores of Hong Kong in the midst of 2019. He flew for an airline in Hong Kong for over 2 years and has recently left the city to pursue opportunities overseas.2022-03-011h 06
This is life! unfiltered, with Gagan Gurung.#04 Gagandeep SinghGagandeep Singh is an Assistant Lecturer at The University of Hong Kong and a Hong Konger through and through, born and raised in the city.2022-02-141h 26
This is life! unfiltered, with Gagan Gurung.#03 Angelica KleinAngelica has a background in food security and environmental science. But when she’s not working she’s hanging out with friends and family or going out to explore the Hong Kong countryside for tiny plants and animals!2022-02-021h 09
This is life! unfiltered, with Gagan Gurung.#02 James Hong James Hong - Sydneysider, engineer of tunnels. Lived in Hong Kong for 8 years whilst cultivating his bar and cocktail enthusiasm, and work sometimes.2022-01-251h 29
This is life! unfiltered, with Gagan Gurung.#01 Andrew DavisAndrew Davis is this episode's guest who used to work in logistics. Now, an Agave spirits enthusiast who co-founded Mezcal mission.2022-01-181h 11