We hear from Koji Rokkaku, Thailand regional office chief and editor for NNA Kyodo News Group, as he discusses Japan's past, present, and future. We delve into the nation's collective society, examining how historical and cultural forces have shaped its current challenges and sustainability. By exploring Japan's societal norms, cultural dynamics, economic policies, and political landscape, we gain a comprehensive understanding of its optimistic future.

Ekaphol Pongstabhon, former chairman and CEO of several listed and family-owned companies and a board member of the Thai Institute of Directors, shares his story, offering insights into effective management and corporate leadership. Khun Ekaphol emphasises the importance of good mentorship, the benefits of surrounding oneself with exceptional people to nurture a strong corporate culture, and the pivotal role of critical thinking in great leadership.

We head to Hong Kong to meet its unofficial spokesman, Andrew Work, on how the city has transformed itself into the cultural hub of NorthEast Asia while retaining the number one spot for doing business in China. Andrew enthusiastically shares his view on why Hong Kong is back and what’s happening right now in Asia’s world city.

Graham Newman speaks with Alison Slingsby, global women’s health innovation lead at Perrigo. They explore changes in attitudes towards contraception and menopause care, and how generative AI is revolutionising women’s health. Alison discusses recent advancements in contraceptive and menstrual health products, innovations for menopausal women, and the challenges and opportunities in emerging markets. Join us for insights into women's healthcare, innovation, and the impact of AI in making women’s lives safer and better.

Graham Newman is joined by Sitsari Kitisakkul, co-founder of Appsynth, and Nature2Need Biomaterials to discuss scaling an organisation beyond the founding team. They explore team-building in a growing enterprise, the value proposition of sustainable biomaterials, the future of green raw materials, and the challenges of motivating Gen-Z talent. Join us for insights into entrepreneurship, leadership, and the wonderful world of bioplastics manufacturing.

We begin Hacking Kaizen with Gordon Candelin, former leader of McKinsey Design South East Asia, discussing the role of design, the impact of machine learning and generative AI, and why digital design is now broken. We explore "big D Design" and examine how it can be positioned as the value proposition to fix organisational problems. As design moves from making things to making things possible.