The Bridge

Kiran Maharaj is the past President of the Trinidad & Tobago Publishers and Broadcasters Association (TTPBA), having served three consecutive terms formerly as President. She is also the Managing Director of Caribbean Lifestyle Communications Media Network which is comprised of four radio stations and two production companies. Kiran shares her incredible journey with John & Heyang, from working a summer job that led her to becoming one of the most successful women in broadcasting and being internationally respected for her business acumen, and achievements.

It's the official start of Chinese New Year and Heyang shares her thoughts on the biggest celebration in China. John tosses a few questions to Heyang regarding traditions and customs and she explains how important the Spring Celebration is.

At one time Vera Lopez was a successful banking professional but one trip to Peru changed her life dramatically. She joins BeiBei and John to share some of her insights, the "Law of Reciprocity" and how important it is to shut out the noise, so we can pay more attention to our lives. Vera is the co-author of the book "Shamanic Mysteries of Peru."

It's Tuesday, and Super Producer Cimcie makes her weekly appearance, bringing Valentine's Day greetings. BeiBei shares the Chinese story about their version of Valentine's Day, and then John shares a memory from 2014, when he was substitute teacher for 2nd graders, the day just before Valentine's Day. Predictably the subject of food comes up and discussion on what a romantic Valentine's Day meal would include.

One of the most successful songwriters and composers of the last 25 years, Steve Dorff has penned over 20 Top 10 hits for pop and country artists around the world, including Barbra Streisand, Ray Charles, Whitney Houston, George Strait,  Ringo Starr, and Garth Brooks. Steve shares his favorite memories with John & Heyang, and the show features songs performed by Anne Murray, Eddie Rabbitt, Vanessa Williams and Kenny Rogers. 

Writer, poet and author of the new release "Dear 3 a.m." Lieselle Davidson has been a writer and editor for the online publication Elephant Journal and has facilitated workshops on meditation, finding and fulfilling life purpose, and enhancing and applying inherent intuition. Lieselle has a life-long penchant for prose and a deep-seated desire to see people fulfill their creative potential and heart's desires. She joins BeiBei and John to talk about the importance of learning to listen within, and her children's book "Millie, the Dragon & the Genie."

Kickstarting the show, BeiBei talks about how the monkey is her "companion animal" and John responds with how his "totem beast" is the rhino. The conversation then steers towards conservation efforts to save the northern white rhino, of which there are only two females left in the world. BeiBei shares about her journey to South Africa, and the powerful impact the trip made on her. John adds his own experience of being up close and personal with the "Rhino Experience "at the Brookfield Zoo, and the ongoing efforts to ensure the majestic beasts from going extinct, due to poaching and habitat loss.

Heyang shares a list of the Top Ten "dream jobs" that women in China long for, that includes being an "idol" or "media influencer." Predictably, John is stunned by that concept, and it kick starts an in-depth conversation about career choices and the needed elements to increase the odds of success no matter what your chosen field might be.

Mike Robbins is an author, thought leader and sought-after speaker who teaches people, leaders, and teams to infuse their lives and businesses with authenticity and appreciation. As a leadership expert, he partners with some of the top organizations in the world helping enhance performance, trust, and belonging. Mike joins John & Heyang to discuss his latest book, "We're All In This Together" and to share the most important question you can ever ask yourself.

This episode of The Bridge covers everything from the latest and most accurate (and perhaps embarrassing) Covid-19 testing in Beijing, to the ongoing resistance to following prevention protocols in the USA to the importance of discipline in every avenue of life.