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Lifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 38 - Intergenerational Chasm (ft. Patrick Nguyen)Do you ever get labelled as a millennial? Do you ever feel like you're already out of touch with the next generation when they start talking about memes you've never even heard about?
This week we are back with another mind-probing episode hosted by Leo, Morgan and featuring full-time philosopher and part-time consultant Patrick Nguyen. Join us as we explore the difference in thinking between various generations and the attributes that contribute to this Intergenerational Chasm. We look at how the generational gap and expectations impact our work lives, our friendships and ultimately our expectations of romantic...
2021-06-191h 15
Lifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 37 - Dog or Cat? - Skinny DipWe're back with another Skinny Dip Episode!
This week, Richard, Florence and Nick jump in to the kennel while Nick embraces his inner dog and shares his experience with his new Japanese Spitz puppy, Syl!
We reveal some Ozbargain's we've snagged up and end it off with the fan favourite segment, Give you the tip!
Don't forget, the Lifestyle Regulars T-Shirt is available for $25 from our Instagram page. Shoot us a DM!
@lifestyleregularspodcast
2021-06-1241 min
Lifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 36 - Language - Ft. RogerHello. Bonjour. Konichiwa. Ni Hao.
In how many ways can you say hello? Can you beat Richard's 10?
This week, Florence leads an interesting discussion on Language and Identity. How good are you at speaking your parent's language? Can you read and write? Sik Ten M'sik Gong?
Our honoured guest from episode 24, Dr. Roger, is back! To not only claim his Lifestyle Regulars T-shirt (available for $25, DM us on instagram!), but to also share his unique perspective on learning medical chinese in Taiwan and growing up as parachute kid.
Pro-Tip: G...
2021-05-121h 09
Lifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 35 - Allow it or Abort it - Skinny DipAnother fortnight, another skinny dip. Allow it.
This week, Richard, Ian and Florence reminisce on another Easter Long Weekend gone with surprise zoos and hostage beers, where Christian Holidays giveth and taketh away.
In a new segment, Allow it or Abort it, we discuss things that should be legalised and things that should just alright burn in hell. Like, loose change? We continue with a fan favourite, Who's the dingleberry? I think it might be Richard this week.
Don't forget to stay to the end and take some tips away with you for the...
2021-04-1340 min
Lifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 34 - Will you Prenup with me? - MarriageWe're coming out of corona, and you better brace yourself, the backlog of weddings are about to hit you right where it hurts most. Your wallet.
Like, how well do I know these people? $100 well or $200?
This week, Michael, Florence, Ian and Richard discuss the next stage in life for many couples. Marriage.
They cover the meaning of marriage, the theatrics of weddings and the new buzzword, Prenups?!
Join us as we toast to the good, bad and the straight up ugly weddings we've been to, while we question, is marriage even worth i...
2021-04-1257 minLifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 33 - Myth or Legend? - Skinny DipGrowing up Asian, has your parent's ever told you to never sleep with your hair wet otherwise you'll wake up with a headache? This week, Florence, Leo and Morgan take a quick dip into their childhood lives and share some of the most out-there advice that they have received from their parents and peers alike. Just like an episode out of Mythbusters, they talk about how this advice has affected them growing up and whether or not the advice given is really confirmed or busted. Join them as they also discuss the more serious topic of unsolicited advice in...
2021-03-2940 min
Lifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 32 - Weirdness Points - ActivismHave you ever participated in a protest?
Did you change your Facebook Cover photo to a A/BSoc event?
This week, Ian, Nick and Richard, return to the hotseat, to discuss the difficult and dry topic of activism. As we get older, you may feel like you're starting to get more of a grip on the world. More freedoms means more responsibilities and more things to care about. But how often do we actually go out there and support the causes we are passionate about? Are you ok with just being a Lifestyle Regular?
2021-03-1246 minLifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 31 - Season 3 Premiere - Skinny DipHere we go boys and girls, the start of Season 3.
A change in the wind. A shift in the universe. A disturbance in the force.
This season, we will be alternating between your favourite, Deep Dive episodes and a new and exciting format, Skinny Dip. A lighter and more digestible break between the heavier topics.
This week, we discuss pet peeves, debate on a new segment called "Who's the dingleberry?" and finally wrap up it all up by giving you guys and girls, the tip, a few recommendations of the week.
J...
2021-03-0334 minLifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 30 - Season 2 Finale - Nicholas ChenAs is tradition, we have our second profile deep dive onto another cast member of the Lifestyle Regulars Podcast. This time it is Nick, just before he flies back to Melbourne, that traitorous bastard.
We find out more about Nick's quiet past and short sighted future? Under the immense pressure of some rapid fire questions from Ian and Leo, does Nick let something slip?
It's been a journey, the last 10 episodes, a bit of a longer one than anticipated, but we made it. Season 2, done and dusted. In the bag.
Lifestyle Regulars Podcast...
2021-02-2258 min
Lifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 29 - Ego is not your Amigo - EgoDo you have a strong ego? or strong self-esteem?
Aren't they the same thing?
Ego is a difficult topic to talk about. Yet it affects so much of our lives.
This week, Regulars Michael, Ian, Richard and Leo, deep dive into the impact of Ego and how it can drive us to reach new heights or run us into the ground in every aspect of the word.
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Merch coming soon!
2021-02-151h 02
Lifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 28 - Are you a mate? - Friends (ft Kaveh Faghani)What does it take, for someone to become your friend?
Is it a shared experience?
Were they in the right place at the right time?
What is out of convenience and comfort?
Is your Uber Driver your mate?
This week, please welcome our newest Lifestyle Regular, Florence as she hosts an episode with 2 other great mates, Leo and special Guest - Kav. They explore, how over time and as they’ve gotten older how their friendships and changed. The affect of travelling on friendships and retrospectively, what actually makes a good friend?
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2021-01-2059 min
Lifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 27 - Africa Special (ft. Joseph Hidajat and Kevin Ma)Kilimanjaro rises like Olympus above the Serengeti.
Inspired by Toto - Africa and the promise of peaking one of the 7 continents, 6 regular dudes embark on an adventure of a lifetime.
This week, the Kili Boys, including the Regulars, Michael, Morgan, Leo and Richard are joined by Joseph and Kevin to share a little bit about there experience on the highest point of the continent of Africa.Joseph has been to 63 countries, a number I don't think I know how to count to while Kevin lives in the country of Newcastle, NSW.
Check out...
2021-01-021h 36
Lifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 26 - Siblings (ft. Dr. Wendy Deng)Hey Bro. Amen Sister. Are you a younger sibling? You definitely give off the older brother vibe. You're probably an only child aye?
What it like to grow up in an Asian household with a sibling?
This week, Nick hosts a discussion with Richard about brothers and sisters, with special guest, Dr. Wendy Deng, Richard's beloved sister. We share stories from our past and how having a sibling has been monumental into who we are as a Asian Australians.
2020-12-111h 07Lifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 25 - Sexual Healing - Sex and MeaningLet's talk frankly: do you talk openly about sex? No? But it means something to you, right? Have you ever talked about that before? Does your body ask of it? Do you get enough? Have you ever struggled for it? Let us have that unsexy conversation about sex. Join the three sex gurus, Michael, Morgan and Ian as they get intimate with this primal force that drives so much in our lives. Come, listen, feel liberated and come again. Ian the guru sanctions it!
2020-11-261h 08
Lifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 24 - Dr. Whom? - Becoming Asian Doctors (ft. Dr. Roger & Dr. Kish)20+ years of study. 12+hr shifts. 1000+ lives on the line each year. Could you do it?
In this historic episode, we have two very special guests, Dr. Roger Chang and Dr. Kishore Loganathan. Both having navigated the beginnings of their medical career, share their experiences and learnings with Richard, as we deep dive into journey through high school, university and starting their respective paths of General Practice and Urology Surgery. We also touch on drugs, relationships, gross things and normalising death.
Join us on an episode that is filled with Pokemon references, dick jokes and weird m...
2020-11-121h 07
Lifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 23 - just a boy - Masculinity Pt 2 (ft. Florence)Hey tough guy, what type of man are you? What's more important? Physical Appearance? Success? Family? Social Status and Hierarchy?
This week, Ian revisits an episode that's close to his heart. The one cast that was a catalyst for his greatest personal growth. What has he learnt? What has changed?
Joining him is Morgan and our good friend Florence, a multi-talented speech pathologist with Asian Australian roots. A very welcome female voice in this discussion about Men.
How do you actually define your role models? Are the social hierarchal constructs we see in...
2020-11-021h 27
Lifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 22 - Saving Private Lowe - Addiction (ft. Ben)What are you addicted to? Social Media? Netflix? Video Games? Porn?
This week, Ian and Michael invite our close friend and recovered gaming addict, Benjamin Lowe to share his story on his experience coming out of a 2-5 year battle with gaming addiction.
How did he recover? How did he get out? Did the interventions work? How can you help your friends who are addicts?
Join us this episode as we revisit an old mission, Saving Private Lowe.
2020-10-261h 11
Lifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 21 - Daddy Issues - (ft. Joanna)We're back! More extra large opinions from regular sized guys + Guests!
Season 2 will be full of new additions as we call upon our close friends and avid listeners to help us in more spicy discussions.
This week we have Joanna as our special guest! A welcome female voice as we discuss a topic that goes deeper than the stereotype may suggest: Daddy Issues... Richard thinks that 80-90% of 2nd generation Asian Australians (guys and girls) have daddy issues? Is this you?
Join us as we embark on another season in Ian's basement and stay t...
2020-10-161h 06Lifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 20 - Season 1 Finale - Richard DengWhat a ride. We've made it to Episode 20, the finale of season 1 of Lifestyle Regulars Podcast. It's been a crazy start to this podcast adventure, we have all learnt so much about each other and about ourselves. To cap it all off, this week, Richard will answer all questions from the team. No holding back. Let's see where this goes?!
Season 2 is in the works as we get ready for some new segments, new announcements and new additions. Get ready for more extra large opinions from regular sized dudes + gals????
Also, check out Richard's cameo...
2020-09-181h 18
Lifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 19 - Do you wear the clothes or Do they wear you? - FashionAre you a Hypebeast? Are you a subscriber to fast fashion? Would you wear knock-offs?
This week, Leo leads a deep discussion into fashion and the ways it has impacted our lives and how much it has affected the way we consume clothing. In a new segment called, "Good Eyes", Michael and Ian try to distinguish between the absurdly priced item from the cheaper equivalent. And finally, we try to give you all some unsolicited fashion advice.
"Good Eyes" - Segment Notes: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1otiBcBHq33amGIrojts46d1bGw1Gi4ESOTs7BHYMeBc/edit#s...
2020-09-051h 22
Lifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 18 - Camera Eats First - FoodHave you been watching Masterchef? Are you are self-proclaimed foodie? This week, Richard, Nick and Morgan explore the changing world of food and cooking in the 21st century. We share experiences with fine dining, understand reasons we cook and discuss the implications of taboo exotic foods. And in Round the Campfire, Morgan and Richard share their Banana Beer adventure in middle of Tanzania, Africa
2020-08-281h 27
Lifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 17 - Does that Mushroom have a Soul? - Superstitions and BeliefsDo you believe in Destiny, Feng Shui or Astrology and Star Signs? Perhaps you're looking for a potential partner based on their blood type? This week, Michael, Ian and Leo, navigate the multitude of superstitions and belief systems in the modern world and try to understand how and why people fall under these paths of thought.
Also, in a new segment called 1 minute debate, the question of, "Which song is more Australian?" 1. The Horses by Daryl Braithwaite or 2. You're the Voice by John Farnham. Difficult questions like these require extra large opinions.
2020-08-131h 15
Lifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 16 - Crunchy Nostalgia - MusicSo Fresh CDs, Vinyl Records, MP3 Walkmans, Ipod shuffle, Limewire, Spotify. Michael, Ian and Richard take a trip down memory lane and discuss the impact of music on their lives to this day.
2020-08-051h 26
Lifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 15 - Personal GrowthDo you feel like an adult? It's been a few years (or months) since we've been freed from rigid education and let out into the world. We've crawled from the sand we were buried in towards the vast, infinite ocean of life. Are we sinking or swimming? This week, we have a (very rare) full house discussion to take stock on how far we have come and how we have grown in the last few years.
2020-07-271h 17
Lifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 14 - Where's my Ice Cream?? - Moving OutThis week, Nick hosts a discussion on a topic close to his heart, moving out from your family home. While Australia is considering evicting Victoria, Nick opens up about his personal experience of moving to a new city and living life in lockdown away from home. Michael shares his motivations for moving in with his partner, while Ian describes the time he got evicted from a quaint Russian homestay, for drinking too much vodka… Join us as we explore questions of independence, sharing personal space and unforeseen challenges when moving in with your significant other.
2020-07-2459 min
Lifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 13 - The Gateway - DrugsThis week’s episode discusses what Healthy Harold always told you to avoid: drugs. Does it destroy lives or open your mind? A very special episode as Leo, Richard, Ian and Michael get together in person for the first Lifestyle Regulars episode recorded together. Officially none of us have ever done anything illegal or condone any illegal behaviour, however, there is a diverse range of opinions and experiences around illicit substances for us to discuss.
2020-07-151h 15
Lifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 12 - Can We Even Air this...? - TabooTwo words: shock value. If you haven't got your fix of edgy for the day, wake up right up with Richard, Michael and Ian as we dive into topics most God-fearing, responsible citizens would never, ever think of talking about (or fathom putting on air). These madmen examine what is taboo in society, those socially unacceptable ideas/actions that exist on the furthest edge of our being, from the heinous to straight-up kinky. What bombs will we drop on-air? Discussion not limited to drugs, sex, murder or bestiality; sensitive listeners have been warned!
2020-07-111h 06Lifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 11 - To be or not to be (with) - Online DatingTinder, Bumble, Coffee Meets Bagel, Hinge, there's a dating app out there for everyone, or is there? This week, Morgan hosts a discussion with Nick, Leo and Richard on the effectiveness of dating apps and specifically, in forming meaningful relationships. We find out that Nick, really likes fantasy novels and Morgan loves to use interesting analogies such as consumerism and fast fashion. In a new segment with a twist, Swipe Left or Swipe Right, the boys navigate some interesting scenarios presented in the form of their perfect dating profile match. Swipe right on this podcast and join us on...
2020-06-251h 03Lifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 10 - Balls and Booties - SportsDo you watch sport for the booty? With the imminent return of sports internationally, Michael, Richard and Morgan try to address the reason why so many people around the world watch sport. Is it because you play? Do you have money on it? Fantasy team? Maybe it's a crucial part of your identity? In a new segment, After Hours TV, the boys bring up men holding hands, climbing on poles and throwing bullets at walls. Richard shares his 3am Vodka story from the 2018 Russia FIFA World Cup and Morgan expresses his love for Booty.
2020-06-171h 11Lifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 9 - Bamboo and Bananas Pt. 2 - Growing Up as Asian AustraliansWe're back with Bamboo and Bananas but with a new cast, new questions and new opinions. This week, Richard, Michael and Ian wake up way too early on a Public Holiday to debate the points raised last episode while discussing racism against Asians in Australia in light of the horrible events unfolding in the US. We bring back the Memberberries mini-game segment and on this week's edition of Round the Campfire, we share "tales of the Silk Road", short stories from Asian countries we've been to and some interesting experiences there.
2020-06-151h 05Lifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 8 - Bamboos and Bananas Pt. 1 - Growing Up as Asian AustraliansWe're going in deep again. This week, Leo hosts a discussion on a topic that is close to all of our hearts, growing up as Asians in Australia. Joined by Morgan, the denim salesman and Nick, a moisturiser connoisseur, the boys play Improv Olympics while discussing Asian families, Asian identity, education values and give glimpse into the future + perhaps a perspective on climbing the corporate ladder?? Join us in another deep dive on Bamboo Ceilings and Banana Asians, yellow on the outside, white on the inside.
2020-05-281h 23Lifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 7 - Man Up - Masculinity Pt 1.A bit of the change from the usual schedule. This week, we take a deep dive into the manly topic of Masculinity in our first "Going in Deep" episode. In these episodes, the discussions are more in-depth with more questions, more analysis and more extra large opinions. Michael hosts a close and personal conversation on the various nuances of Masculinity. What does it mean to be manly? What about physical appearances? Role models? Is masculinity defined by our actions or reactions? Join Michael, Ian and Richard in Part 1 of Going in Deep - Masculinity.
2020-05-211h 03Lifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 6 - I See You - SurveillanceOn this week of the Lifestyle Regulars Podcast, Ian hosts a discussion with Michael, Richard and Leo on the looming inevitability of Surveillance. Every google search, every XXX video, every song you've downloaded off Limewire, may have been recorded by an entity we hope to be doing more good than harm. We play a quick game in a new segment called Big Brother. Before, uncovering Leo's success recent success with the online dating app, CMB, Coffee Meets Bagel. But was someone watching his every move? Fine out more in the exciting episode 6.
2020-05-1158 minLifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 5 - Maldives by day, Cardboard box by night - Depression and AnxietyCorona got you down? This week, Nick, Morgan, Michael and Richard discuss the growing mental health issues of Depression and Anxiety during a turbulent time that seems to cultivate negative thoughts. The boys play Nick's new game, "Who want's to be a Bell-ionnaire" and Richard and Morgan disclose close brushes with death on separate occasions with Australian marsupials in Round the Campfire.
2020-05-0955 minLifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 4 - Stop (b)eating your meat! - Veganism and VegetarianismThis week Richard, Michael, Ian and Nick discuss everyone's favourite topic, food. But more specifically the rise of healthy and sustainable eating in the form of Vegetarianism and Veganism. We have a new segment called "Back from the Grave" and in Round the Campfire, Michael shares his rags to riches story, his meteoric rise from Fat Michael to Marathon Michael. We also learn that Nick loves his meat!
2020-05-0953 minLifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 3 - Dope-a-Duck - Performance Enhancing DrugsWith the 2020 Toyko Olympics being cancelled, Michael, Ian and Richard use this opportunity explore Performance Enhancing Drugs or PEDs. Apart from Little D's, the boys find out new side effects from PEDs in a new game called, Dope-a Duck. Finally Richard shares his Knee Snap story on this week's recurring segment, Round the Campfire.
2020-05-091h 06Lifestyle Regulars PodcastEpisode 2 - Save the Good Zombies! - Triage RuleIn Episode 2 - Leo, Nick and Richard investigate an interesting question that has arisen from the Corona Virus, namely the Triage Rule. Do you save the elderly? or should they be sacrificed to give opportunities for the young and more able? Leo introduces a completely original and innovative game called, "This or That?" and finally, on Round the Campfire with the boys, Nick shares the reason why "Melbourne Nick is the Better Nick".
2020-05-0957 minLifestyle Regulars PodcastLifestyle Regulars Podcast Episode 1 - Going in Raw - Covid-19 and News ConsumptionIn this first episode of the Lifestyle Regular Podcast, 6 regular sized dudes, Richard, Michael, Ian, Morgan, Leo and Nick investigate the new beginnings of COVID-19 and the resulting impact on life working from home. We learn how the boys deal with sticky situations such as spilling a foot long meatball sub all over yourself before a big interview. Extra Large opinions on the current state of new consumption in 2020 come to light. Before finishing off with Round the Campfire with Ian's Story of Corona Fueled Adventures in New Zealand.
2020-04-291h 51