Beyond the Label

This episode welcomes Gavin Chin, chef and owner of House of Culture in Hong Kong, for an inspiring conversation about his culinary journey—from growing up in his parents' restaurants in Australia to embracing the chaos of Hong Kong’s dining scene. Gavin shares raw stories of resilience, from surviving a 60-square-foot "cage home" to building a restaurant that celebrates cultural fusion, teamwork, and fearless reinvention. He opens up about leadership, the balance between humility...

In this episode, content creator and entrepreneur Abigail Chin joins us, who shares her inspiring journey from a corporate interior designer to a successful online creator. Abigail discusses the pivotal moment when she realized her corporate job was stifling her creativity, prompting her to explore the freelance world. Abigail reflects on the challenges of transitioning careers, including fear of instability and the pressure of parental expectations. She also reveals her struggles with ...

In this episode, we sit down with Stephanie Ng, the inspiring founder of Body Banter, a charity dedicated to fostering courage and curiosity in youth body conversations. Stephanie shares her personal journey through eating disorders and discusses the pressing mental health landscape in Hong Kong. As the author of "Big Bites Break Boundaries," she offers insights into promoting mental health awareness in today's society, emphasizing the importance of open dialogue and support for young ...

In this episode of the Beyond the Label podcast, host Leanne interviews clinical hypnotherapist Sonia Samtani, who shares her deeply personal experiences with pregnancy loss, including an abortion and a miscarriage. Together, they explore the cultural stigmas faced by women in Hong Kong regarding motherhood and societal expectations, highlighting the emotional challenges of navigating these experiences in a largely unsupportive environment. Sonia emphasizes the importance of self-acceptance...

On this International Women's Day panel talk, Iris Yang, Head of Insights and Analytics at Google Hong Kong & Taiwan, and Flora Ma, co-Founder of ONLY Beverages and a dedicated mother, share their experiences balancing mental and physical wellbeing while navigating their roles as wives and mothers. The conversation explores the challenges faced by working women in Hong Kong and offers practical tips for self-care and maintaining a fulfilling lifestyle. Listeners will be inspired by...