Shooting it RAW with Ran Elfassy Ran Elfassy

Conservationist, content creator, sustainability advocate, speaker and all-around champion, Tanja Wessels joined me for a fantastic conversation.

Is she German or Portuguese? South African, Hongkonger, Malaysian, or just an inspired global citizen?

Well, whoever she is, she's just the bomb. It's funny how two people with such divergent lives can meet to record a podcast episode, just have a great conversation, and then discover all these overlapping points of interest.

We talked beach cleanups to agency work, branding to smart supply chain management in fast fashion, to what it is to meet resonant souls who you meet and inspire the best in one-another.



This podcast is about speaking to people who make every second count, and to inspire... Tanja Wessels has got it going ON!

So thankful for the chat!



* To view the full episode with the podcast photos, click here:

https://youtu.be/FSTRu1paMbw



* Episode links in the description, below.



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To learn more about Tanja's work, visit:

Website: https://tanjawessels.com/



View Alex Macro's site :

⁠https://www.alexmacro.com/⁠


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Representing Ukraine, Roman Olinchuk and I spoke on the deeper pools where we find photographic expression. Separated by a long commute, we decided to get on a call.

Roman found refuge and creative inspiration within the cozy community of Lamma Island, where I did as well, many years ago. We had a great chat on what it is to make photos... Especially with the mission of getting the work noticed. How does posterity ever move its gaze upon us?

Roman shared his thoughts on the self-portrait, his series, and I was fascinated by his signature style and the incredible photos coming from this gem of a guy.

Absolutely, Roman is the real deal.


* To view the full episode with the podcast photos, click here:

https://youtu.be/fvu7xq5ZP2E



* Episode links in the description, below.



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To see more of Roman's work, visit:

Website: https://500px.com/romaolinchuk

On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/roma_olnchk/

His other website: http://www.roman-photo.com/


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And here we go! A quick one on why we launched our #petsforsharks fundraiser and why we're sharing the spotlight with Hong Kong Shark Foundation.

Andrea Richey, who heads HKSF, joined me and we talked a bit of shop when it comes to marine conservation and how May is our Fundraising drive.

Listen in, upload your pet photos with the hashtag #petsforsharks, and please donate to help us do our work!

Visit our SimplyGiving page:
https://www.simplygiving.com/appeal/pets-for-sharks

Watch the full clip at: https://youtu.be/uLlbgILNwzc


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Learn more about HKSF and get involved here: https://www.hksharkfoundation.org/

Be inspired by Andrea's TED talk at TEDxCUHK: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kf4fgTkP_vc

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OUTRO MUSIC CREDIT: “Magic” by Six Umbrellas - https://www.youtube.com/redirect?q=https%3A%2F%2Ffiles.freemusicarchive.org%2Fst&redir_token=q7y4G_1B06QkXu6_MQrd1BBkmKd8MTU5MzgzNjg1N0AxNTkzNzUwNDU3&v=xFnw1ssgjfg&event=video_description

The good life! That's what it's all about and what Glenda Benevides brought to our conversation. Join us and be waaaaaaay inspired.



Ever since she was young, she had music in her blood and bones. Performing from an early age, she built a legacy of music and creative expression. Then, appreciating the power of sharing this with the people around her, Glenda decided to give to the people she knew and also might never meet.



She's an award-winning, Recording Academy voting member, GRAMMY® considered singer-songwriter who weaves stories that touch the soul. A powerful voice that demands attention, calling to action and uplifting us all. Quite the tall order and man did Glenda deliver.



HUGE THANK you for the inspiration and joy.

To view the full episode on YouTube, visit:

https://youtu.be/iZiyWnbpfdo


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Order Glenda's book here:

https://glendabenevides.com/



Find Glenda's YouTube channel here:

https://www.youtube.com/@GlendaBenevides



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The poets are in the house! Big welcome to Vishal Nanda and much gratitude for his energy and passion.

I made it out to his place overlooking the water, Lamma Island, and the container ships. Sitting at his table, we talked poetry, what it is to be a creative spirit in an urban, capitalist city like Hong Kong, and how he's an ambassador breaking down barriers around mental health and bipolar disorder.

So much goodness from a man who clearly lives the values of being kind and showing compassion... Be it for Kanye, your neighbour or yourself.

Listen in and catch Vishal's effortlessly great and moving reading. Oh, and get his book.


* To view the full episode, click here: https://youtu.be/mlL7Zi0oZ1I



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Order Vishal's book at: https://www.amazon.com/Please-Stand-Platform-Proverse-Publications/dp/9888492454/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2LD5OYAUGCA80&keywords=vishal+nanda&qid=1681944710&s=books&sprefix=vishal+nand%2Cstripbooks-intl-ship%2C755&sr=1-1


Find him on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/vishthebeesh/



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What it is to lead? How do you do it as a daily practice – and live with courage? Yes, Ash Beckham is in the house!Inspiring TED speaker, motivational spirit, author, entrepreneur, and all-around inspiration... Ash is an inspiring powerhouse.She fell into writing as a result from her talks and posts, offering insights on the kinds of things Po Chung and I also dove into: The stuff of leadership. How she took it further was to also ask how do you live with courage?So much of what she said made such perfect sense, especially when looking at leadership as a practice we can exercise all around us.Listen in and learn. Ash is great!* For the full episode on YouTube, visit:https://youtu.be/3GE1O3lpQdI



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