Ben Wong (he/him) is a senior private banker in Singapore to the ultra-wealthy - billionaires, CEOs, and magnates. I ask him more about his journey, what advice he has for first-time property owners, and why it's important for everyone - especially senior executives - to be visible in D&I networks and initiatives.

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⏰ Timecodes

(0:00) Intro

(1:20) - Starting a Career in Finance and Banking

(05:21) - Managing Emotional Clients in Private Banking

(07:26) - How did the super rich get to where they are?

(14:07) - Saving for a Down Payment

(17:57) - Buying vs. Renting Property

(24:21) - Why aren't the senior LGBTQ+ professionals showing up for the cause?

(31:27) - The Power of Authenticity in Client Relationships

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Isa Pengskul (she/her) is an award-winning Thai-American young artist based in Singapore. In this raw conversation, Isa details the stigma of Asian countries towards artists, and the realities of pursuing art in a society that is centered around capitalist pursuits.

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⏰ Timecodes

(0:00:00) - Intro

(00:05:08) - Dual cultural identity and pressure to succeed

(00:10:23) - Living off of the island

(00:15:36) - The Importance of Graphic Design

(00:20:57) - Balancing Artistic Autonomy and Survival in a Capitalist Society

(00:26:24) - Finding Financial Reliance Beyond Romantic and Familial Ties

(00:31:51) - Art in a Capitalist Society

(00:37:13) - Reimagining the Nuclear Family Model

(00:42:54) - Questioning Societal Norms and Dependence

(00:48:14) - Sharing Inspiring Stories and Advice

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Agacia Tan (she/her) finally achieved her lifelong dream: becoming a parent. But the challenges she faces as a dad to a blended, queer family is tougher than most. In this interview, Agacia details the highs, lows, and hopes for the future.

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⏰ Timecodes

(0:00) Intro

(2:52) - Naming her son Valentino

(8:55) - How much does it cost to have a child?

(10:08) - The magical moment at birth

(11:50) - Choosing a sperm donor

(14:00) - Deciding to be dad

(16:40) - "Popsy", creating a new title for a blended family

(25:48) - Why is it important to educate EVERYONE on different family structures?

(39:52) - Balancing career and parenthood

(46:50) - Advice for her son

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In this snippet, Andrew McGeehan (he/him), Founder of Trident Training & Consulting, reflects on the difference in attitude on 'coming out' he's noticed as an American living in Singapore, and how this applies to his interracial relationship.

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Shulin Tay (she/her), Head of Legal and Compliance at Revolut Singapore, shares her story of breaking barriers: her mid-career pivot into law, gaining her parents' acceptance, and navigating the tense political climate behind Revolut's Diversity Card launch in 2023.

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📚 BOOKS / RESEARCH MENTIONED

Secure Love: Create a Relationship That Lasts a Lifetime by Julie Menanno https://amzn.to/4cGz16d

Maybe You Should Talk to Someone by Lori Gottlieb https://amzn.to/4aAPnvT

⏰ Timecodes

(0:00) Intro

(1:11) - Improv and stand-up comedy

(5:44) - Passion for public service

(8:33) - Studying in the US

(14:38) - Feeling 'behind' from her peers

(17:37) - Negotiating a fair salary

(20:40) - From big banks to an early start-up

(28:43) - Joining a start-up vs MNC

(33:07) - Coming out to conservative parents

(37:24) - Disownment and reconciliation with family

(42:22) - How to navigate your avoidant attachment style

(45:15) - Launching Revolut's Diversity Card

(54:15) - Risks and strategies for effective corporate advocacy

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In this snippet, Andrew (he/him) defines what restorative justice is, and how it's different from other forms of justice out there.

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Andrew McGeehan (he/him), Founder of Trident Training & Consulting, shares the candid reality of diversity & inclusion ("D&I") today.

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📚 BOOKS / RESEARCH MENTIONED

The name-pronunciation effect: Why people like Mr. Smith more than Mr. Colquhoun - https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0022103111002927

The mixed effects of online diversity training - https://www.pnas.org/doi/10.1073/pnas.1816076116

DEI Deconstructed by Lily Zheng - https://amzn.to/3VfN50e

⏰ Timecodes

(0:00) Intro

(1:14) - The name 'Trident' and Greek mythology

(2:56) - Why EVERYONE has unconsious bias

(12:23) - How to FIX your own unconscious biases

(20:01) - What is a D&I consultant?

(23:24) - MOST common bias in Singaporean schools/workplaces?

(28:14) - Easier names = better lives study

(34:32) - What is Restorative Justice (RJ)?

(39:09) - Why MOST D&I trainings DON'T work

(51:59) - How to be a good LGBTQ+ ally

(55:09) - Being LGBTQ+ in Singapore

(1:04:46) - Best piece of advice

(1:08:52) - Why Andrew NEVER asks for pronouns

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In this snippet, Eliss (she/her) reflects on the former SG Butterfly forums and how social media sacrifices 'safe spaces' for virality and clicks.

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📰 Article - https://www.straitstimes.com/opinion/for-this-transgender-woman-sharing-her-story-is-an-act-of-faith-in-singapore

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Eliss Chen (she/her), as featured on The Straits Times, on the surge of LGBTQ+ folks coming out, her own journey as a 'late-bloomer' trans woman, and why rise of TikTok/social media signals the loss of safe spaces.

Watch on YouTube: The Great Coming Out | Late Bloomer Trans Woman Shares Her Story

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📚 BOOKS / RESEARCH MENTIONED

The surprising geography of American left-handedness https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/wonk/wp/2015/09/22/the-surprising-geography-of-american-left-handedness/

She's Not the Man I Married: My Life with a Transgender Husband by Helen Boyd

⏰ Timecodes

(0:00) Intro

(3:18) Growing up as a boy

(7:20) New Year's resolution - the trigger behind the transition

(10:52) Cross-dressing

(14:57) Forums vs social media

(24:01) Left-handed analogy - why there's a spike

(26:56) Resources for trans folks

(38:05) Would you have transitioned earlier?

(40:41) Observations - guys vs girls

(47:12) Buddhist analogy for transitioning

(49:05) Straits Times article

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In this snippet, Teri (any pronouns) talks about the reality of working on Wall Street as a non-cis man, and why LGBTQIA+ college students deserve their own dedicated career fairs.

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