Octopus

Where the barbershop is an artist's studio and the Internet doesn't exist, it's safe to assume you've entered the world of Benky, a barber with some real groove in his scissors and his step. Benky grew up in the small village of Shek O prior to starting a one-man barber shop in Central. On Saturdays, he hosts covert music nights to fuel his love of jazz, community, and conversation.

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Octopus is a podcast that follows the stories of eight exceptional artists, entrepreneurs, musicians, and innovators who continually enhance their craft and empower their communities. Each episode is a culmination of how they do what they do. It's also deeply about who they are.

This episode was produced, hosted, and written by Mandy Sham and mixed by Mark Marji. Artwork by Rebecca Hong. Opening and closing music provided by Bensound.

Visit www.octopuspodcast.com for more information.

Leo is a virtuosic harmonica player with classical roots and a passion for jazz. He has received numerous accolades locally and internationally, with teachers and competitions alike stemming from parts of Asia and Europe. Leo is the official endorser for Hohner Music and a World Harmonica Festival champion. His has performed in Singapore, Ljubljana, Gdansk, and more.

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Octopus is a podcast that follows the stories of eight exceptional artists, entrepreneurs, musicians, and innovators who continually enhance their craft and empower their communities. Each episode is a culmination of how they do what they do. It's also deeply about who they are.

This episode was produced, hosted, and written by Mandy Sham and mixed by Mark Marji. Artwork by Rebecca Hong. Music performed by CY Leo. Opening and closing music provided by Bensound.

Visit www.octopuspodcast.com for more information.

Elaine is a photographer, art director, and multimedia content creator. Her keen ability to capture the essence of a city, both at home and abroad, has garnered her over 140,000 followers on Instagram. She is an avid traveller, having ventured to places such as Finland, North Korea, and Nepal just within the past year. Currently, she works as an art director at 4A advertising agency Ogilvy and Mather.

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Octopus is a podcast that follows the stories of eight exceptional artists, entrepreneurs, musicians, and innovators who continually enhance their craft and empower their communities. Each episode is a culmination of how they do what they do. It's also deeply about who they are.

This episode was produced, hosted, and written by Mandy Sham and mixed by Mark Marji. Artwork by Rebecca Hong. Opening and closing music provided by Bensound.

Visit www.octopuspodcast.com for more information.

A bite of turmeric cheesecake and dried flowers elevate the senses at DIY holiday park and garden cafe Mum's Not Home, a place populated by greenery, unorthodox seating, and a vintage clothing catalogue. Chun Kui Ma and Kong Chuen Chow (referred to as Makui and Chow) are the owners. Their work in visual merchandising and fashion design—as well as a deep love for travel—provide the space with a truly unique personality.

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Octopus is a podcast that follows the stories of eight exceptional artists, entrepreneurs, musicians, and innovators who continually enhance their craft and empower their communities. Each episode is a culmination of how they do what they do. It's also deeply about who they are.

This episode was produced, hosted, and written by Mandy Sham and mixed by Mark Marji. Artwork by Rebecca Hong. Opening and closing music provided by Bensound.

Visit www.octopuspodcast.com for more information.

Steve is the Director of Education Outside the Classroom at Hong Kong’s Li Po Chun United World College. He was previously an actor in England, and also taught for several years in Tanzania. Each year, he provides students with the opportunity of producing and performing verbatim theatre. Steve is a strong advocate of experiential learning and international community outreach.

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Octopus is a podcast that follows the stories of eight exceptional artists, entrepreneurs, musicians, and innovators who continually enhance their craft and empower their communities. Each episode is a culmination of how they do what they do. It's also deeply about who they are.

This episode was produced, hosted, and written by Mandy Sham and mixed by Mark Marji. Artwork by Rebecca Hong. Opening and closing music provided by Bensound.

Visit www.octopuspodcast.com for more information.

It's the 'typical banker turned entrepreneur' story, she says, but Elaine is anything but typical: she's the quintessential go-getting modern nomad. Elaine is the founder of co-working space Garage Society and co-founder and CEO of social work club Eaton House. She is passionate about innovations within the start-up ecosystem, her dog Pei, and a nice glass of wine.

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Octopus is a podcast that follows the stories of eight exceptional artists, entrepreneurs, musicians, and innovators who continually enhance their craft and empower their communities. Each episode is a culmination of how they do what they do. It's also deeply about who they are.

This episode was produced, hosted, and written by Mandy Sham and mixed by Mark Marji. Artwork by Rebecca Hong. Opening and closing music provided by Bensound.

Visit www.octopuspodcast.com for more information.

Chau is the owner of Cafe Hillywood and Hillywood, its (now closed) predecessor. Prior to becoming a restaurateur, he was a visual merchandiser, freelance graphic designer, and a musician in numerous local bands. He often mixes his aptitude for design and a love of indie music to inject a unique artistic sensibility into Hong Kong’s restaurant business. He also regularly co-organizes collaborations with other artists.

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Octopus is a podcast that follows the stories of eight exceptional artists, entrepreneurs, musicians, and innovators who continually enhance their craft and empower their communities. Each episode is a culmination of how they do what they do. It's also deeply about who they are.

This episode was produced, hosted, and written by Mandy Sham and mixed by Mark Marji. Artwork by Rebecca Hong. Music performed by Salad Kowloon. Opening and closing music provided by Bensound.

Visit www.octopuspodcast.com for more information.