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  • SHAKING THE WORLD By Bruno Santos - VK LIVE TALK SHOW

    Bruno Santos originally from Portugal but living in Macau since 1986, considers himself a Bartender. This is meant to express his deep passion for the cocktail culture. He began his career in the hospitality industry in 2005 when he joined Sands Casino Macau and since then he has been promoting spirits and creating signature cocktails. Along the years he has worked for the various prestigious hotels in Macau. He is the owner of well-established Local Italian restaurant Antica Trattoria and Black Lotus Liquid Experiences.

    Recently and following his long-time dedication to the Internattional Bartenders Association, Bruno was elected as the New  President of this historical association.

    40 min
  • Scroll. Stressed? Stop. Likes fade but mental health lasts. - VK LIVE TALK SHOW WITH Dr. Daniel Baptista-Hon


    Dr. Daniel Baptista-Hon is a Macau-born scientist and educator, with a PhD in Physiology and

    Assistant Dean at the Faculty of Medicine, Macau University of Science and Technology. He is

    passionate about training future doctors for Macau and advancing cancer, neuroscience and

    infectious disease research.

    Introduction

    Dr. Daniel Baptista-Hon is an academic who was born and raised in Macau. His journey to train as a

    scientist took him far from home. He moved to the UK at the age of 15 to complete his high school,

    and University education. He studied for his Bachelors and Masters in Manchester and subsequently

    earned his PhD in Physiology from the University of Edinburgh, where he explored the molecular

    causes of heart disease. He later trained as a postdoctoral research fellow in cell biology at the

    School of Medicine at the University of Dundee.

    In 2020, Daniel felt the pull to return home, inspired by the chance to give back to Macau. He joined

    the Faculty of Medicine at the Macau University of Science and Technology to help train the first

    generations of homegrown doctors. He is now Assistant Dean of the Faculty of Medicine making a

    difference to healthcare education and medical research in Macau. His research ranges from cancer,

    neuroscience and infectious diseases. He is also passionate about making medical issues and topics

    accessible to the general public.

    36 min
  • Cassandra Chiu - Miss Universe Macau 2024 - VK Live Talk Show

    👑Macau’s very first, @missuniversemacau 🇲🇴

    At just 23 years old, Cassandra is a dynamic model, dancer, and content creator, proudly representing her mixed Chinese and Portuguese heritage. Fluent in English and Cantonese, with conversational skills in Mandarin and Portuguese, she embraces her multicultural background to connect with diverse audiences.


    Graduating with a Bachelor’s degree in English Studies from the University of Macau in 2023, Cassandra has since embarked on a journey as a freelance dancer and model. Her passion for the arts is matched only by her commitment to advocacy, particularly in the realm of mental health.


    Last year, Cassandra faced a profound personal tragedy when a close friend and manager, struggling with mental health issues, tragically took her own life due to relentless cyberbullying. After being a victim of cyber bullying herself, the heartbreaking experience ignited a fire within her to champion mental health awareness and support victims of cyberbullying and suicide prevention. She believes in the power of compassion and is determined to honor her friend’s memory by advocating for a kinder, more supportive online community.


    In addition to her advocacy, Cassandra is passionate about animal rescue and establishing mental health support groups. She envisions a world where mental well-being is prioritized and where individuals feel safe and supported.


    Beyond her advocacy work, Cassandra dreams of opening her own bakery and fashion line, combining her love for creativity with her entrepreneurial spirit. With her motto, “Be the change you wish to see” she is excited to take the Miss Universe stage, inspiring others to embrace their unique stories and advocate for change.







    33 min
  • The "YogaDoc" – Dr. Ronald Steiner - The Mindset Mentor Series By Victor Kumar

    The "YogaDoc" – Dr. Ronald Steiner - is founder of the AYI Method, which combines traditional Ashtanga Yoga with innovative Therapeutic Yoga and source based Philosophy. This creates a highly personal practice for each individual, ranging from athletic, acrobatic to meditative,  therapeutic. In this way, body and mind come together, finding a harmonious balance. Ronald is a physician specializing in sports medicine, a scientist focusing on prevention and rehabilitation, and one of the most renowned practitioners of Ashtanga Yoga. He is one of the few teachers who have been traditionally authorized to teach by both the Indian masters Sri K. Pattabhi Jois and BNS Iyengar.

    40 min
  • Chef Stories - Kevin Law - VK LIVE TALK SHOW

    I was born in Macau and moved to Hong Kong when I was five years old, where I have lived and studied since. At the age of fifteen, I went to the UK to continue my education until my first year of university. However, I found that I couldn’t adapt to university life, so I made the decision to quit and enroll in culinary school. After graduating in one year, I began my apprenticeship at the Berkeley Hotel in Knightsbridge. Eventually, I returned to Macau and worked at a Michelin-starred restaurant, continuing to pursue my passion for cooking.

    By Kevin Law

    29 min
  • Neesha Jhaveri - Kathakar Artistic Journey - VK LIVE TALK SHOW

    Neesha Jhaveri is a graceful Kathak dancer, accomplished teacher, creative choreographer and a

    co-founder of Sri Shakti Academy, Hong Kong. She is a disciple of late Guru Pt. Hazarilalji and Smt.

    Sunayana Hazarilalji, both doyens of Jankiprasad school of Banaras Gharana and has received

    training in a Guru Shishya parampara tradition.

    She moved to Hong Kong in 2001 and since then she has completely devoted herself in spreading the

    awareness of Indian Classical Dance and Culture in Hong Kong.Through Sri Shakti Academy, the first

    professional Indian dance company set up in Hong Kong, she trains numerous students, gives lecture

    demonstrations at the prestigious universities of Hong Kong and performs at various dance festivals

    organized by the Hong Kong Government and the Indian Consulate of Hong Kong. A recipient of the

    National Scholarship from the Government of India and a graded artist at Doordarshan, she has

    performed at various dance festivals in India, Africa, America, China, Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan.

    37 min

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