**Take a bite:** This week we discuss mental health with Joel Moo, Jasper Tay, Joshua Dillon and Ciara Yeo. Joel and Jasper, co-founders of Modvlar Events, share why they’re hosting an EDM party to raise awareness about mental health: [PLUR Vibrations](https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/plur-vibration-tickets-45852149012). We also speak to Joshua Dillon about his personal battle with mental health and how music has helped him deal with his depression.

**00:00—Introduction**

Our regular hosts Anita Kapoor (speaker and TV personality) and Norman Tan (editor-in-chief of Esquire Singapore) share what they’ve been up to since the last podcast.

**02:02—"Coffee Catch Up"**

In our fashion and style segment, Norman discusses his experience at Paris Men’s Fashion Week—in particular, his thoughts on [Virgil Abloh at Louis Vuitton](https://esquiresg.com/pfw-paris-fashion-week-ss19-spring-summer-2019-10-word-show-reviews-ami-issey-miyake-men-louis-vuitton-yohji-yamamoto-and-dries-van-noten/) and [Kim Jones at Dior](https://esquiresg.com/pfw-ss19-paris-fashion-week-spring-summer-2019-10-word-show-reviews-sacai-thom-browne-dior-homme-and-hermes/).

**09:10—"Fresh off the grill"**

Feature segment with a new guest each podcast. 

For this episode, we invited Joel and Jasper, who brought along their friend Joshua Dillon to discuss mental health and its connection with EDM and the clubbing scene.

Listen to the podcast to find out how to reach out to people that are struggling with mental health, and if you are someone who is struggling, the active steps you can take today to help you on your journey to a better state of mind.

If you need someone to talk to, there are resources and hotlines available:

[Samaritans of Singapore](https://www.sos.org.sg): 1800-221-4444

[Singapore Association for Mental Health](https://www.samhealth.org.sg): 1800-283-7019

[Institute of Mental Health’s mobile crisis service](https://www.imh.com.sg): 6389-2222

[Care Corner Counselling Centre](http://www.carecorner.org.sg/cccc.html) (Mandarin): 1800-353-5800

[Silver Ribbon](http://www.silverribbonsingapore.com): 6386-1928

[Tinkle Friend (for primary school-aged children)](https://www.tinklefriend.sg): 1800-274-4788

**50:33—"Last call of the day"**

This week, we invited Ciara Yeo, co-founder of The Mindful Company. Their goal as an online jewelry merchant is to create small pieces that serve as daily reminders to happy memories. Ciara discusses TMC’s recent partnership with Samaritans of Singapore to create the “How are you today?” bracelet to encourage conversations about mental health.

To find out more, or to purchase their bracelets, visit the [The Mindful Company’s website](https://www.mindful-company.com/).

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**Take a bite:** This week we discuss mental health with Joel Moo, Jasper Tay, Joshua Dillon and Ciara Yeo. Joel and Jasper, co-founders of Modvlar Events, share why they’re hosting an EDM party to raise awareness about mental health: [PLUR Vibrations](https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/plur-vibration-tickets-45852149012). We also speak to Joshua Dillon about his personal battle with mental health and how music has helped him deal with his depression. 

**00:00–Introduction** Our regular hosts Anita Kapoor (speaker and TV personality) and Norman Tan (editor-in-chief of Esquire Singapore) share what they’ve been up to since the last podcast.

**02:02–”Coffee Catch Up”** In our fashion and style segment, Norman discusses his experience at Paris Men’s Fashion Week—in particular, his thoughts on [Virgil Abloh at Louis Vuitton](https://esquiresg.com/pfw-paris-fashion-week-ss19-spring-summer-2019-10-word-show-reviews-ami-issey-miyake-men-louis-vuitton-yohji-yamamoto-and-dries-van-noten/) and [Kim Jones at Dior](https://esquiresg.com/pfw-ss19-paris-fashion-week-spring-summer-2019-10-word-show-reviews-sacai-thom-browne-dior-homme-and-hermes/). 

**09:10–”Fresh off the grill”** Feature segment with a new guest each podcast. For this episode, we invited Joel and Jasper, who brought along their friend Joshua Dillon to discuss mental health and its connection with EDM and the clubbing scene.

Listen to the podcast to find out how to reach out to people that are struggling with mental health, and if you are someone who is struggling, the active steps you can take today to help you on your journey to a better state of mind. 

If you need someone to talk to, there are resources and hotlines available:

[Samaritans of Singapore](https://www.sos.org.sg): 1800-221-4444

[Singapore Association for Mental Health](https://www.samhealth.org.sg): 1800-283-7019

[Institute of Mental Health’s mobile crisis service](https://www.imh.com.sg): 6389-2222

[Care Corner Counselling Centre](http://www.carecorner.org.sg/cccc.html) (Mandarin): 1800-353-5800

[Silver Ribbon](http://www.silverribbonsingapore.com): 6386-1928

[Tinkle Friend (for primary school-aged children)](https://www.tinklefriend.sg): 1800-274-4788

**50:33–”Last call of the day”** This week, we invited Ciara Yeo, co-founder of The Mindful Company. Their goal as an online jewelry merchant is to create small pieces that serve as daily reminders to happy memories. Ciara discusses TMC’s recent partnership with Samaritans of Singapore to create the “How are you today?” bracelet to encourage conversations about mental health. 

To find out more, or to purchase their bracelets, visit the [The Mindful Company’s website](https://www.mindful-company.com/).

**LISTEN, SUBSCRIBE, SHARE** 

Loved our podcast? Subscribe. Stay connected to us on social media by following us on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/esquiresg/), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/esquiresg/), and [Twitter](https://twitter.com/esquiresg). For more from the Esquire Singapore universe—to learn how to build a life that matters—head to our website: [esquiresg.com](https://esquiresg.com)

**Take a bite:** We speak to Varun Mittal—currently leading Fintech at EY covering emerging technologies and business models in financial services across ASEAN—about blockchain and cryptocurrencies.

**00:00—Introduction**

Our regular hosts Debra Langley (fashion and tech consultant), Benjamin Hopkins (health entrepreneur) and Norman Tan (editor-in-chief of Esquire Singapore) share what they've been up to since the last podcast.

**09:36—"Coffee catchup"**

In our fashion and style segment, our hosts discuss Men’s Fashion Week—in particular, the new designers at Louis Vuitton, Dior, and Berluti.

**17:26—"Fresh off the grill"**

Feature segment with a new guest each podcast.

For this episode, we invited Varun Mittal—a knowledgeable resource on the latest technologies in FinTech—to discuss his stance and other aspects of blockchain, cryptocurrency and initial coin offerings (ICOs).

What is blockchain and is it secure?

Do you think that the lack of general understanding about how blockchain / cryptocurrency works as the main inhibitor to mass adoption?

Are cryptocurrencies here to stay and going to change our lives?

**59:35—"Last call of the day"**

Given the Trump-Kim summit sweeping the nation, our panelists were asked: If you could take either President Trump or Kim Jong-un out for lunch, who would you take, where would you go, and what would you ask him?

We have now introduced a product review at the end of each podcast. This episode, the team sampled a selection of new scents: Les Eaux de Chanel.

**LISTEN, SUBSCRIBE, SHARE**

Loved our podcast? Subscribe.

Stay connected to us on social media by following us on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/esquiresg/), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/esquiresg/) and [Twitter.](https://twitter.com/esquiresg)

For more from the Esquire Singapore universe—to learn how to build a life that matters—head to our website: [esquiresg.com](https://esquiresg.com)

Take a bite: We speak to Varun Mittal—currently leading Fintech at EY covering emerging technologies and business models in financial services across ASEAN about blockchain and cryptocurrencies. 

00:00—Introduction

Our regular hosts Debra Langley (fashion and tech consultant), Benjamin Hopkins (health entrepreneur) and Norman Tan (editor-in-chief of Esquire Singapore) share what they've been up to since the last podcast.

09:36—"Coffee catchup"

In our fashion and style segment, our hosts discuss Men’s Fashion Week—in particular, the new designers at Louis Vuitton, Dior, and Berluti. 

17:26—"Fresh off the grill"

Feature segment with a new guest each podcast.

For this episode, we invited Varun Mittal—a knowledgeable resource on the latest technologies in FinTech—to discuss his stance and other aspects of blockchain, cryptocurrency and initial coin offerings (ICOs).

What is blockchain and is it secure?

Do you think that the lack of general understanding about how blockchain / cryptocurrency works as the main inhibitor to mass adoption?

Are cryptocurrencies here to stay and going to change our lives?

59:35—"Last call of the day"

Given the Trump-Kim summit sweeping the nation, our panelists were asked: If you could take either President Trump or Kim Jong-un out for lunch, who would you take, where would you go, and what would you ask him?

We have now introduced a product review at the end of each podcast. This episode, the team sampled a selection of new scents: Les Eaux de Chanel.

LISTEN, SUBSCRIBE, SHARE

Loved our podcast? Subscribe.

Stay connected to us on social media by following us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

For more from the Esquire Singapore universe—to learn how to build a life that matters—head to our website: esquiresg.com

**Take a bite:** We speak to Drew Perez—former US Intelligence officer and founder of [Singapore-based AI company, ADATOS](https://www.adatos.com/)—about the state of artificial intelligence today and what opportunities AI presents for the future.

**00:00—Introduction**

Our regular hosts Anita Kapoor (speaker and TV personality), Debra Langley (fashion and tech consultant), Benjamin Hopkins (health entrepreneur) and Norman Tan (editor-in-chief of Esquire Singapore) share what they've been up to since the last podcast.

**04:32—"Coffee catchup"**

In our fashion and style segment, our hosts discuss the #RoyalWedding—in particular, Meghan Markle's Givenchy dress, Pastor Michael Curry and the gospel choir, best dressed attendees, and why Princess Charlotte is a laugh-and-a-half.

**13:05—"Fresh off the grill"**

Feature segment with a new guest each podcast.

For this episode, we invited Drew Perez—former US Intelligence officef and founder of Singapore-based AI company, ADATOS—to discuss where we're at with artificial intelligence today:

Will AI adequately reflect the values of human society?

What are the safeguards to AI? Isn't AI only as good as the parents (developers)?

How do we ensure AI reflects both male and female perspectives?

Will AI kill us off like Skynet in _Terminator_ and so on and so forth…

**52:02—"Last call of the day"**

We end each podcast by answering questions submitted by readers through social media—be it Facebook, Instagram or Twitter—by simply tagging their post or message with [#AskEsky](https://esquiresg.com/askesky-the-esquire-singapore-team-answers-your-questions-on-social-media/).

We polled our readers on [Instagram Stories](https://www.instagram.com/esquiresg/) about which movie best represents the potential AI?

(a) Terminator—60%

(b) Westworld—40%

And whether readers were scared or excited about the future with AI:

(a) Excited—46%

(b) Westworld—54%

Do you agree with these results? Did Drew agree with these results? Have a listen and find out.

**Product review****:** We have now introduced a product review at the end of each podcast. This episode, the team sampled a selection of scents, mints and rose water from [Santa Maria Novella](http://www.smnovella.com/)—the 14th century Florentine apothecary that is now stocked at [Colony Clothing in UE Square](https://colonyclothing.net/), Singapore.

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Stay connected to us on social media by following us on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/esquiresg/), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/esquiresg/) and [Twitter](https://twitter.com/esquiresg).

For more from the Esquire Singapore universe—to learn how to build a life that matters—head to our website: [esquiresg.com](https://esquiresg.com/)

**Take a bite:** We speak to recording artists Tabitha Nauser and Vanessa Fernandez about how to break into the Singapore music scene.

**00:00—Introduction**

Our regular hosts Anita Kapoor, Debra Langley and Norman Tan are joined by special guest host, [Vanessa Fernandez](https://www.instagram.com/soundslikevan/?hl=en), in place of our regular fourth-wheeler Ben Hopkins (who couldn't be bothered this week and stayed home—kidding! He had a last minute business meeting. He's an entrepreneur. So civilised.)

**04:55—"Coffee catchup"**

In our fashion and style segment, our hosts discuss the best and worst dressed at the Met Gala 2018, with this year's theme: “[Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination](https://esquiresg.com/met-gala-2018-the-best-worst-and-really-uninspired-looks/).”

**15:40—"Fresh off the grill"**

Feature segment with a new guest each podcast.

For this episode, we invited recording artist, [Tabitha Nauser](https://www.instagram.com/tabithanauser/?hl=en), to talk about the music scene in Singapore and her new single, "Rules", which drops later this month. We're the first to hear an exclusive snippet of the track.

This segment started with a discussion about [Childish Gambino](https://esquiresg.com/childish-gambino-releases-this-is-america-music-video/) and his new music video, "This Is America." Listen in, as we chatted to Tabitha and Vanessa on how to elevate the music scene in Singapore, the current issues in radio and artist management, and why we currently don't have an internationally renowned Singapore act.

**50:49—"Last call of the day"**

We end each podcast by answering questions submitted by readers through social media—be it Facebook, Instagram or Twitter—by simply tagging their post or message with [#AskEsky](https://esquiresg.com/askesky-the-esquire-singapore-team-answers-your-questions-on-social-media/).

We polled our readers on [Instagram Stories](https://www.instagram.com/esquiresg/) about what they wanted to ask Tabitha, and these were the the top results:

(a) Who would you love to collaborate with?

(b) What would you wear to the Met Gala?

**LISTEN, SUBSCRIBE, SHARE**

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Stay connected to us on social media by following us on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/esquiresg/), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/esquiresg/) and [Twitter](https://twitter.com/esquiresg).

For more from the Esquire Singapore universe—to learn how to build a life that matters—head to our website: [esquiresg.com](https://esquiresg.com/)

**Take a bite:** We speak to recording artists Tabitha Nauser and Vanessa Fernandez about how to break into the Singapore music scene.

**00:00—Introduction**

Our regular hosts Anita Kapoor, Debra Langley and Norman Tan are joined by special guest host, [Vanessa Fernandez](https://www.instagram.com/soundslikevan/?hl=en), in place of our regular fourth-wheeler Ben Hopkins (who couldn't be bothered this week and stayed home—kidding! He had a last minute business meeting. He's an entrepreneur. So civilised.)

**04:55—"Coffee catchup"**

In our fashion and style segment, our hosts discuss the best and worst dressed at the Met Gala 2018, with this year's theme: “[Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination](https://esquiresg.com/met-gala-2018-the-best-worst-and-really-uninspired-looks/).”

**15:40—"Fresh off the grill"**

Feature segment with a new guest each podcast.

For this episode, we invited recording artist, [Tabitha Nauser](https://www.instagram.com/tabithanauser/?hl=en), to talk about the music scene in Singapore and her new single, "Rules", which drops later this month. We're the first to hear an exclusive snippet of the track.

This segment started with a discussion about [Childish Gambino](https://esquiresg.com/childish-gambino-releases-this-is-america-music-video/) and his new music video, "This Is America." Listen in, as we chatted to Tabitha and Vanessa on how to elevate the music scene in Singapore, the current issues in radio and artist management, and why we currently don't have an internationally renowned Singapore act.

**50:49—"Last call of the day"**

We end each podcast by answering questions submitted by readers through social media—be it Facebook, Instagram or Twitter—by simply tagging their post or message with [#AskEsky](https://esquiresg.com/askesky-the-esquire-singapore-team-answers-your-questions-on-social-media/).

We polled our readers on [Instagram Stories](https://www.instagram.com/esquiresg/) about what they wanted to ask Tabitha, and these were the the top results:

(a) Who would you love to collaborate with?

(b) What would you wear to the Met Gala?

**LISTEN, SUBSCRIBE, SHARE**

Loved our podcast? Subscribe.

Stay connected to us on social media by following us on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/esquiresg/), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/esquiresg/) and [Twitter](https://twitter.com/esquiresg).

For more from the Esquire Singapore universe—to learn how to build a life that matters—head to our website: [esquiresg.com](https://esquiresg.com/)

**Take a bite:** We speak to Arnaud Bonzom (venture partner at 500 Startups) about what type of personalities are best suited to start their own company.

**00:****00—Introduction**

Hear what your hosts Anita Kapoor, Debra Langley, Ben Hopkins and Norman Tan have been up to since their last podcast.

**09:30—"Coffee catchup"**

Our fashion and style segment where we answer a question that we polled on Instagram Stories. This week, we asked readers whether they want us to discuss:

(a) Why the Supreme x Rimowa collaboration was such a success; or

(b) Do we still care about high street collaborations in light of the recent H&M announcement of their new drop with Moschino.

77% of readers asked us to chat about Supreme x Rimowa, so we did.

**19:****22—"Fresh off the grill"**

Feature segment with a new guest each podcast.

This episode, we grilled Arnaud Bonzom, venture partner at [500 Startups](https://500.co/team/arnaud-bonzom/) about what kind of person is best suited to start their own business; whether the idea behind a business is paramount; common challenges for start ups; and other golden nuggets.

**49:****30—"Last call of the day"**

We end each podcast by answering questions submitted by readers through social media—be it Facebook, Instagram or Twitter—by simply tagging their post or message with #AskEsky.

This episode we throw in our two cents on:

(a) How do you get into publishing?

(b) Why hasn't the #MeToo movement taken off in Asia?

(c) Where do you take out-of-towners for a meal in Singapore?

**LISTEN, SUBSCRIBE, SHARE**

Loved our podcast? Subscribe.

Stay connected to us on social media by following us on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/esquiresg/), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/esquiresg/) and [Twitter](https://twitter.com/esquiresg/).

For more from the Esquire Singapore universe—to learn how to build a life that matters—head to our website: esquiresg.com

**Take a bite:** We speak to Arnaud Bonzom (venture partner at 500 Startups) about what type of personalities are best suited to start their own company.

**00:****00—Introduction**

Hear what your hosts Anita Kapoor, Debra Langley, Ben Hopkins and Norman Tan have been up to since their last podcast.

**09:30—"Coffee catchup"**

Our fashion and style segment where we answer a question that we polled on Instagram Stories. This week, we asked readers whether they want us to discuss:

(a) Why the Supreme x Rimowa collaboration was such a success; or

(b) Do we still care about high street collaborations in light of the recent H&M announcement of their new drop with Moschino.

77% of readers asked us to chat about Supreme x Rimowa, so we did.

**19:****22—"Fresh off the grill"**

Feature segment with a new guest each podcast.

This episode, we grilled Arnaud Bonzom, venture partner at [500 Startups](https://500.co/team/arnaud-bonzom/) about what kind of person is best suited to start their own business; whether the idea behind a business is paramount; common challenges for start ups; and other golden nuggets.

**49:****30—"Last call of the day"**

We end each podcast by answering questions submitted by readers through social media—be it Facebook, Instagram or Twitter—by simply tagging their post or message with #AskEsky.

This episode we throw in our two cents on:

(a) How do you get into publishing?

(b) Why hasn't the #MeToo movement taken off in Asia?

(c) Where do you take out-of-towners for a meal in Singapore?

**LISTEN, SUBSCRIBE, SHARE**

Loved our podcast? Subscribe.

Stay connected to us on social media by following us on [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/esquiresg/), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/esquiresg/) and [Twitter](https://twitter.com/esquiresg/).

For more from the Esquire Singapore universe—to learn how to build a life that matters—head to our website: esquiresg.com

Get to know your hosts as they answer personality questions created by Bernard Pivot:

— [Anita Kapoor](https://www.instagram.com/anitakapoor/) (TV host, emcee, and speaker);

— Debra Langley (fashion and tech consultant and founder of [Coraggio](http://coraggio.co/));

— [Benjamin Hopkins](https://www.instagram.com/benhopkins22/) (entrepreneur and founder of [BioOnics](https://www.bioonics.com/)); and

— [Norman Tan](https://www.instagram.com/musingmutley/) (Editor-in-chief of [Esquire Singapore](https://esquiresg.com/)).