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  • 17. Revolutionizing period care and education on menstrual health with Olivia Cotes James, founder of sustainable period care brand LUÜNA Naturals

    Founder of sustainable period care company LUÜNA Naturals and Forbes 30 under 30 awardee Olivia Cotes-James shares with us her journey to revolutionize period care from first-hand experiences with the negative effects with traditional period products, to recognize the lack of education in this area, she thrives on tackling the taboo on the female body and creating a loving and supportive community for women to lift each other.

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    Show your body some love and try out the all organic, toxin-free period products by Luuna Naturals! Go to www.luuna-naturals.com,  and use code: LUUNALEANNE at checkout to get 10% off!
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    www.luuna-naturals.com
    https://www.instagram.com/luuna.naturals/
    https://www.instagram.com/olivia.cotes.james/

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    For anyone interested to elevate their life through energy healing,  diving deep in healing trauma, relationships and dedicating space for their spiritual growth,  Coco offers a one-time discount code for our audience to experience ANY of her offerings.

    Go to https://cocoalexandra.com/ , book your session and use the code - BLU5
    to get 5% off any sessions!
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    At Beyond the Label,  we don't make any profit, so we would really appreciate it if you can support us the slightest so that we can build a website for the podcast:)
    www.buymeacoffee.com/beyondthelabel

    32 min
  • 16. Breaking the tattooist stereotype and choosing passion over tradition with up&coming tattoo artist Jenny Nguyen aka @heytherejenny
    Jenny Nguyen, aka @heytherejenny from Outer Limits Tattoo from Long Beach, California (the oldest tattoo shop in America), shares with host Leanne about her journey to becoming a tattoo artist. The intensive apprentice training and background in arts paved Jenny's way to creating fun and original tattoos. She also shares her story as a second-generation Vietnamese American, choosing to follow her dreams instead of conforming to societal pressure to follow a traditional path.

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    https://www.instagram.com/heytherejenny/

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    28 min
  • 15. Behind the scenes of the sustainable fashion industry and being a mom-trepreneur with fashion brand founder Christine Chow

    Co-founder of the fashion brand Tove & Libra, Christine Chow, shares with us behind the scenes of the sustainable fashion industry. From the realities of using sustainable products to educating the public herself, she talks about the difficulty of being truly sustainable in a society where companies prioritize economic growth instead of saving the environment.
    As a mother herself, she also shares what it is like to balance work and family and tips on maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

    Tune in for the full story. 
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    Check out Christine's brand Tove & Libra on:
    www.toveandlibra.com
    https://www.instagram.com/toveandlibra/

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    For anyone interested to elevate their life through energy healing,  diving deep in healing trauma, relationships and dedicating space for their spiritual growth,  Coco offers a one-time discount code for our audience to experience ANY of her offerings (this offer is even valid for her 1:1 Soul Coaching Program and her upcoming Akashic Records Certification Program starting April 9!)

    Go to https://cocoalexandra.com/ , book your session and use the code - BLU5
    to get 5% off any sessions!
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    At Beyond the Label,  we don't make any profit, so we would really appreciate it if you can support us the slightest so that we can build a website for the podcast:)
    www.buymeacoffee.com/beyondthelabel

    36 min
  • 14. Exploring sexuality, embracing happiness, and finding support in the LGBTQ+ community in an Asian upbringing with clinical counsellor Bhavna Bharvani

    Clinical counselor Bhavna Bharvani shares with our host her self-exploration journey. From being a banker to a counselor, moving to San Francisco to find possibilities, coming out to Asian parents as a bisexual, and now helping to grow the LGBTQ+ community... Bhavna has gone beyond the label and stereotypes in every way. She opens up about leaving her comfort zones, giving herself permission to find happiness, and how she communicated with her traditional parents about her sexuality.
    Tune in to hear Bhavna's inspiring story on finding happiness and self-exploration.

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    Check out our guest Bhavna Bharvani on:
    https://www.centralminds.hk/hong-kong-therapists/

    At Beyond the Label,  we don't make any profit, so we would really appreciate it if you can support us the slightest so that we can build a website for the podcast:)
    www.buymeacoffee.com/beyondthelabel

    35 min
  • 13. Real life 'Emily in Paris' experience with leading boudoir photographer, Hilary Chan: on empowering women with photography

    Leading photographer, Hilary Chan shares her journey with us from she was taking photos with her dad's film camera, to self-studying photography in her Paris apartment for ten hours, to creating timeless works with her vision and photography skills. With the female silhouette and French culture as inspirations, Hilary creates a safe space for her clients to express their sensual and feminine side while promoting self-love and body love.
    Hilary also offers tips on how to enter the photographer industry and shares her own experiences in her journey.
    Tune in to hear the full story of Hilary in Paris.

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    And check out Hilary Chan on:
    https://hilarychanphotography.com/
    www.instagram.com/misshilarychan/

    At Beyond the Label,  we don't make any profit, so we would really appreciate it if you can support us the slightest so that we can build a website for the podcast:)
    www.buymeacoffee.com/beyondthelabel

    29 min
  • 12. Shifting from childhood trauma and anchoring in self love with Soul Coach Coco Alexandra: exiting the drama triangle, black sheep syndrome and how you can too

    Soul coach and energy healer, Coco Alexandra dives deep into a soulful conversation with our host Leanne. Coco talks about the reality as a mixed-race kid when she was young, how she was kicked out of school three times, and the path she went on to search for her identity. During her journey, Coco learned to heal from past trauma and pain, to break out of the victim triangle, and to embrace her individual identity. As a mother and a coach, Coco also offers insights on developing your self love routine and advice on how to cope with the future.

    For anyone who is interested to elevate their life through energy healing,  diving deep in healing trauma, relationships and dedicating space for their spiritual growth,  Coco offers a one-time discount code for our audience to experience ANY of her offerings (this offer is even valid for her 1:1 Soul Coaching Program and her upcoming Akashic Records Certification Program starting April 9!)

    Go to https://cocoalexandra.com/ , book your session and use the code - BLU5
    to get 5% off any sessions!

    Leave a review or DM us on Instagram to let us know your thoughts and what more you would like to hear.
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    Subscribe, rate, and review this podcast!
    Follow us on Instagram:
    www.instagram.com/theblu.journal/

    And check out Coco Alexandra on:
    https://cocoalexandra.com
    www.instagram.com/iamcocoalexandra/

    At Beyond the Label,  we don't make any profit, so we would really appreciate it if you can support us the slightest so that we can build a website for the podcast:)
    www.buymeacoffee.com/beyondthelabel

    36 min
  • 11. On leaving the comfort of a stable bank job, confronting parental expectations, and creating the first blue color tea company with girl boss Kim Le

    Founder of the blue color tea leaf company, Blue Brew Tea, Kim Le, shares her story of how she took a leap of faith to quit her stable job at an international bank in Australia and moved all the way to Hong Kong to find her new passion. She talks about the ups and downs of being a female entrepreneur. Including her parent's expectations of success, to quit her job without a backup plan, support from local communities, and the lessons she wishes to tell her younger self.
    Tune in to this episode to hear Kim's story.

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    And check out Kim's Blue Brew Tea on:
    www.bluebrewtea.com
    www.instagram.com/bluebrewtea/

    At Beyond the Label,  we don't make any profit, so we would really appreciate it if you can support us the slightest so that we can build a website for the podcast:)
    www.buymeacoffee.com/beyondthelabel

    25 min
  • 10. Feminist leaders in university, on fighting against the taboo on menstruation and tackling sexual harassment with organization Aama Ko Koseli

    Hong Kong-based organization Aama Ko Koseli is on a mission to raise awareness of gender inequality and tackle the taboo against the female body. 
    Chairperson Bidhya Shrestha and secretary Sharon Rai shared with our host their experiences and struggles while traveling to Nepal to raise awareness on menstrual hygiene and their ongoing fight for gender equality through education, empowerment, and sustainability. 

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    https://www.aamakokoseli.com/about
    https://www.instagram.com/aamakokoseli.hk/

    If you like Beyond the Label, support us on:
    https://www.buymeacoffee.com/beyondthelabel


    21 min
  • 09. WANYI on being a female in the modern music industry, with tips on songwriting and how she stays true to herself

    Hong Kong-based Pop/R&B singer-songwriter WANYI shares her experience in the music industry so far, from studying at the prestigious Berklee College of Music in Boston to overcoming challenges she faced creating music during COVID-19. She also reflects on her journey in songwriting, being a female in the music industry, and offers some advice to younger musicians.

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    https://open.spotify.com/artist/0lmbgdN0Tso0dT4mRgCeRc?si=f8hy0IlRQjuhpJL9hWR9Lw
    https://www.instagram.com/wanyiofficial/

    If you like Beyond the Label, please support us on:
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    19 min
  • 08. The unfiltered answers to your big questions on love and sex with relationship expert Valentina Tudose, from the soul level to our physical needs

    Dating coach, relationship expert, and TED talk speaker, Valentina Tudose answers all your deepest questions on relationship, love, and sex.  Valentina and the host Leanne explored topics on commitment issues, why we go back to trouble exes, confusing love with good sex, how dating apps and social media affects modern relationships, sex positions for everyone, how to truly be yourself in a relationship, single is not a bad thing, and more...

    Tune in to this Valentine's Day special for you. Whether you are single, just figuring it out, or committed to a long-term relationship, there will be questions that might be just what you need. 

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    https://www.instagram.com/therealqueenmaker/
    https://linktr.ee/therealqueenmaker




    1 hr 6 min

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Be inspired by individuals from various ages, cultures, backgrounds, and sexualities, who took a leap of faith, broke from tradition, and did something different.-We are not defined by labels or…