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The Conscious CutEp. 11 From Bread to Brew: Innovating Against Food Waste w/ Naman TekriwalIn this engaging episode of The Conscious Cut, host Hoiki Liu chats with Naman Tekriwal, a dynamic student entrepreneur and advocate for financial literacy and sustainability. A recent HKUST graduate hailing from India, Naman recounts his remarkable path starting at age 13 with a startup teaching high schoolers about investing and saving, evolving into Rural Invest to empower rural communities with practical financial tools. Drawn to Hong Kong by serendipity, he co-founded Breer, an innovative upcycling venture turning surplus bread into craft beer to combat food waste. From dorm-room experiments during COVID to launching flavors like pineapple bun IPA and...2025-07-231h 18The Conscious CutEp. 10 Cleaning Up Hong Kong: Community Action for a Greener Future w/ James Marlow-SmithIn this empowering episode of The Conscious Cut, host Hoiki Liu sits down with James Marlow-Smith, founder of Green Hour Hong Kong, a community-driven NGO tackling urban waste and environmental challenges. Hailing from the UK and settling in Hong Kong in 2016 as a drama teacher, James shares his evolution into a passionate advocate for sustainability, inspired by litter-strewn streets and surplus food going to waste. From launching "plogging" runs—jogging while picking up trash—to the Bun Run project redistributing bakery goods to street cleaners and the elderly, he discusses innovative ways to combat food waste, foster community connections, and...2025-07-111h 08The Conscious CutEp. 9 Sharing Wardrobes to Shape Sustainability w/ Louisa DearloveIn this vibrant episode of The Conscious Cut, host Hoiki Liu welcomes Louisa Dearlove, founder of Fenxiang, Hong Kong’s first peer-to-peer fashion rental and resale platform. With a dynamic background in fashion and tech, Louisa shares her journey from working with brands like Vivienne Tam to launching a solution for the city’s fast-fashion overload. Fenxiang empowers users to share wardrobes, renting high-quality pieces for events or everyday wear, all without the waste of buying new. From tackling consumer stigma around secondhand clothing to building a trusting community, Louisa reveals how her platform fosters circular fashion and mindful cons...2025-06-2541 minThe Conscious CutEp. 8 Decluttering for Clarity: How Organization Sparks Sustainable Change w/ Nassim SecciIn this inspiring episode of The Conscious Cut, host Hoiki Liu welcomes Nassim Secci, founder of The Happy Space Co. and Hong Kong’s expert in mindful organization. Transitioning from a high-stakes career as a corporate lawyer, Nassim now empowers families to create calm, functional spaces that spark mental clarity and sustainable habits. She shares practical strategies for decluttering, rehoming preloved items through secondhand sales, and building systems to curb overconsumption in Hong Kong’s fast-paced urban life. From tackling expired food waste to navigating family dynamics, Nassim reveals how an organized home can transform daily living and reduce envi...2025-06-1150 minThe Conscious CutEp. 7 Invisible Solutions: Rethinking Packaging w/ Devana Ng & Flavien ChaussegrosIn this inspiring episode of The Conscious Cut, host Hoiki Liu dives into the innovative world of sustainable packaging with Devana Ng and Flavien Chaussegros, co-founders of Invisible Company. Sparked by their frustration with plastic waste littering Hong Kong’s hiking trails, they created #INVISIBLEBAG, a water-soluble, biodegradable alternative to traditional plastic bags. Through candid discussions, they reveal how their sustainable lifestyle fueled this groundbreaking venture, the science behind their dissolvable material, and the challenges of scaling eco-friendly solutions in the fashion industry. From debunking recycling myths to sharing practical ways listeners can join their monthly cleanups, Devana and Fl...2025-05-281h 01The Conscious CutEp. 6 Fashioning the Future: Navigating the Metaverse and Digital Commerce w/ Olivia LeeIn this exciting episode of The Conscious Cut, host Hoiki Liu sits down with Olivia Lee, founder of Livvium and a trailblazer in digital fashion and metaverse consultancy. With 15 years of expertise in brand strategy, Olivia unravels the transformative potential of the metaverse, AI tools, and digital retail for sustainable fashion. From debunking myths about virtual platforms to exploring the three types of digital fashion—real-life, online real-life, and unreal-life—she highlights how these innovations can reduce waste and empower consumers. Olivia also shares insights on integrating digital product passports and immersive commerce to create transparent, sustainable fashion experiences. Join...2025-05-1445 minThe Conscious CutEp. 5 Embracing Ancient Wisdom for Modern Living w/ Joyce TsangIn this thought-provoking episode of The Conscious Cut, intuitive energy practitioner Joyce shares her journey from the U.S. to Hong Kong, where she has reconnected with ancient practices like astrology and crystals to inspire modern sustainable living. Joyce delves into the mathematical precision of astrology, ethical crystal sourcing, and the importance of mindful choices that extend beyond Earth Month. From creating sacred spaces in urban environments to grounding oneself through morning rituals, this episode offers practical wisdom for navigating the transformative energy leading up to 2025. Tune in to explore how ancient wisdom can guide us toward a more...2025-04-3042 minThe Conscious CutEp. 4 Redressing Fashion: Tackling Fashion's Waste w/ Nissa CornishIn this episode of The Conscious Cut, we speak with Nissa Cornish, a former model turned sustainability advocate and Executive Director at Redress, Hong Kong’s leading sustainable fashion nonprofit. Drawing on her firsthand experience with the fashion industry’s waste problem, Nissa shares how Redress is driving change through initiatives like the Redress Design Award, partnerships with schools and government bodies, and citywide clothing collection systems. We dive into the challenges of recycling complex materials, the importance of educating consumers on sustainable fashion, and efforts to destigmatize secondhand clothing. With Redress Month approaching, featuring clothing drives and volunteer even...2025-04-1634 minThe Conscious CutEp. 3 Redressing Fashion: Mission for Change w/ Dr. Christina DeanIn this episode of The Conscious Cut, we explore the inspiring journey of Dr. Christina Dean, a former dentist who became a leading advocate for sustainable fashion as the founder of Redress, a pioneering NGO combatting textile waste in China and beyond. Christina sheds light on the hidden environmental impact of design decisions, the rise of "green hushing," and the wasteful practices of fast fashion, including the staggering cost of consumer returns. She also discusses the urgent need for circular fashion solutions, the growing price gap between luxury and everyday clothing, and the power of consumer choices to drive...2025-04-0242 minThe Conscious CutEp. 2 A Journey in Environmental Advocacy w/ Karen HoIn this episode, we explore the inspiring journey of Karen Ho, WWF Hong Kong's Head of Corporate and Community Sustainability, who transitioned from the disposable packaging industry to leading environmental change. Karen shares insights on the critical role of employee engagement in corporate sustainability, Hong Kong’s challenges with renewable energy and waste management, and innovative solutions for clean transportation. From balancing convenience with environmental responsibility to unlocking the potential of Hong Kong’s natural spaces, Karen’s story is a powerful reminder that personal transformation can drive meaningful change.Karen Ho is Head of Corporate and Commun...2025-03-1952 minThe Conscious CutEp. 1 Rethinking Sustainable Fashion w/ Jane Scaffidi AbbateThanks for tuning in to The Conscious Cut. In this pilot episode, we explore the transformative world of sustainable fashion with Milan-based professor Jane Scaffidi Abbate, an expert in eco-design and circular fashion. From the environmental impact of clothing to tackling waste, greenwashing, and consumer accountability, Jane shares insights on reshaping the industry through education, upcycling, and collaboration. Discover how circular design is more than a trend — it’s a vital shift toward responsible production. Tune in to rethink your relationship with fashion and take steps toward lasting change!Jane Scaffidi Abbate is a university lecturer from the...2025-03-0440 min