Episodios
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In this episode we're in San Francisco, California. I have a chat with Antonio Castro, a Senior Software Engineer, and Harry She, a Senior Data Scientist. Antonio creates his own work spaces and Harry sends his work into space.
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In this episode I sit down with the FASHIONINJ4 himself, Luke Bulay. We talk about his fashion inspirations, life as a chiropractor and his love of football. Leshgo skux deluxe.
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In this episode I'm joined by John Cabana, John Cabana and John Cabana, a trio of brothers who make up the music group Anabac. They've been playing and performing music their entire lives, but the three formally banded together in 2013 when they participated in the inaugural season of The X Factor New Zealand. Anabac progressed into the Top 24 and have been performing as a group ever since.
We recorded this episode in Anabac Studios in West Auckland over a few sippies lol. Ray runs the studio and he provides a whole suite of audio related services. If you're interested in recording any originals or covers, or if you want your tracks mixed and mastered, slide into his DMs, holla at the homie and get to work!
NB: Yes, believe it or not they're all named John! But go by the names of Poy, Ren and Ray :p
NBB: Yes, I know I can't sing so no need to remind me hahahhahah.
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It took me four months to get home from Manila to Auckland and I tested positive for the corona in the process! Join me as I remember the stresses of the journey home.
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In this episode I sit down with Miguel Valero, who at the time of recording was on secondment for Deloitte in Tokyo, Japan. Over a few sippy lalas during our “e-numan”, we talk about the importance of family support. Sometimes tough conversations have to be had, and it’s quite often the people who love and care for you the most who are most warranted in calling you out for your bullcrap.
We touch on Japanese culture, food and fashion, and what it meant for him to live a “salaryman” lifestyle. You should hear the passion in his voice when he talks about living in his dream city, because it’s something that has inspired me to not lose sight of the dreams that I personally want to realise.
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In this episode I sit down with one of the most inspirational people I know - my father, Ronnie Alban. We dabble into a little bit of his journey as an immigrant to New Zealand, his family, his time at university and also about my mum.
This was a super special episode as it marks the one year anniversary of Te Passion Project, and I couldn’t think of anyone better to celebrate this milestone with. Thank you again to my dad for taking the time out of his evening to jump onto the show for a bit of cheeky bants. I love you dad, I love you mum, I love you Jehan.
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In this episode I sit down with Alex Lam-Cheung, Head Chef and Donut Wizard. We talk about his meteoric rise from starting off as a junior cook in New Zealand, to becoming the head chef of one of the finest cafes in Melbourne, Australia, Oh Happy Day. We talk about how the current pandemic has affected his business, and how it turned into a blessing in disguise. It gave birth to an ‘essential service’, Crucial Dough [sorry, I misspoke when recording and said 'Crucial Donut' LOL!] where he’s now serving up a bit of happiness during this time of uncertainty.
Cheffing can be one of the most stressful careers out there, and we talk about how this took a toll on his mental health. We also discuss the “mental health pandemic”, and how important being at peace is to all around well-being. Connection, community and culture is how he took control of this part of his life.
Mental health. If you ever want someone to vent to or anything like that, hit me up. Let’s have a chat. Let’s all support each other through these trying times. Doesn’t even have to be during a trying time. If you’re listening to this and the world has gotten a bit better, please still feel free to reach out!
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In this episode I sit down with Jesus Jay Labajo, Air Craftsman, Royal New Zealand Air Force. Buzzy episode as we talk about the events that lead up to his enlistment in the RNZAF, his decisions for doing so, and the opportunities that being in the Defence Force has given him. We also talk about the importance of consistency and discipline within the context of fitness. The mindset change that he applied towards his fitness goals also spilled over into the financial goals that he set for himself when he was just 16 years old. This was kickstarted by a random conversation he had with a client during his apprenticeship at one of the finest barbershops in Christchurch, New Zealand.
As a result of this unshakeable frame of mind, he is now a home owner, playing the long-term investment game. He's on a rampage and doesn't look like stopping any time soon. -
In this episode I sit down with Michael Fortune, to whom ball is literally life. He joins us as the first remote guest of Te Passion Project, which would explain why his audio sounds a bit different to previous guests. He talks about how basketball saved him from going down a path that would’ve trapped him in a life of darkness, and how his athletic talent allowed him not to become a statistic. We discuss his business, Fortunate Hoops, as well the Cook & Fortune Foundation, which was set up to give back to the community and to under-privileged kids in need. Knowing oneself is also a theme that crops up in the episode.
The audio cuts out a couple of times in this episode due to some technical difficulties, but I tried salvaging it as best I could. I hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we had fun recording it.
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In this episode I sit down with Lyndon Cura, who makes his bread as a primary school teacher. Education is about lifelong learning, as well as the acquisition and transmission of knowledge. This often takes place in a formal setting such as a classroom. The process of education can also occur through any experience that has a formative effect on the way one thinks, acts and feels.
Lyndon says that the opportunity to teach has been a dream come true and a blessing in disguise as it has given him the chance to travel the world. His holidays coincide with that of his students so he’s left with a lot of time to be flying around. In saying that, he’s actually currently based at an International School in China, though he was lucky enough to leave before the outbreak of the coronavirus, which was very fortunate for the both of us.
He’s not currently allowed back into there due to the quarantine, but he’s still able to remotely teach his students via online learning. This is a far cry from the blackboards that we were used to whilst growing up.
To support Te Passion Project please consider subscribing to us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or Youtube. You can find out more about the show on tepassionproject.com, where you can also support by purchasing a Te Passion t-shirt. We’ve got a whole bunch of colours available and each purchase helps keep the show afloat.
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In this episode I sit down with Chris Trenuela and we talk about going against the status quo to walk your own path. He’s made some calculated risks in life and he can say with complete confidence that they’ve paid off. One of these “risks” was not to pursue a degree. He completed a Certificate in fashion design and went into the workforce immediately after. Starting off in retail management, his climb up the corporate ladder was rapid. Within two and a half years he moved into a Business Banking Manager role for the largest bank in New Zealand, which goes to show that it’s all about motivation, mindset and attitude. The hungrier you are, the more bread you’ll get.
Both being born and having grown up in Aotearoa, we also discuss what it’s like to be in the land of our blood, and how perspectives have changed between childhood and now.
This is pretty much just a candid conversation between two dickhead brothers who had nothing else better to do than to talk smack.
To support Te Passion Project please consider subscribing to us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or Youtube. You can find out more about the show on tepassionproject.com, where you can also support by purchasing a Te Passion t-shirt. We’ve got a whole bunch of colours available and each purchase helps keep the show afloat.
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In this episode I sit down with Rhyss-Liam Lee who shares with me a little bit of an insight into his experiences as an actor and a model in the entertainment industry. He discusses how important it is to stay true to who you are as a person, not only in an industry where conformity to the mainstream status quo is demanded, but also life in general. You are the only you in this world, and the impact that you have around your environment is unique, precious and invaluable. Rejection is an occupational hazard in his line of work, and constantly being faced with this would obviously have some sort of effect on you. Overcoming this is the key to success in whatever pursuit you have!
He also shows me a little bit of his vulnerability and opens up about the sacrifices that his mother made for him and his little brother, and how these sacrifices have allowed him to pursue his own Passion Project.
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In this episode I sit down with Terrence Ibasco, time management mastermind. He juggles a fulltime job as an engineer with occasional speaking engagements to current students of his alma mater, The University of Auckland. He also devotes a lot of his time to the high energy rock band, Fuego. He describes how his love of music was resurrected after a seven year hiatus, and how every musician’s dream of starting a band became a reality for him. They’ve got a few tracks out on Spotify which you should absolutely check out, and they also gig a few times a year.
Staying fit and healthy is of utmost importance to him as well, both physically and mentally. He somehow manages to squeeze in several hours of gym, as well as several hours of reading each week. If you think that you haven’t got enough time to get all your shit done, just remember, you’ve got the same amount of time as everyone else.
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In this episode I sit down with Ron Manalili and we talk about his journey as a musician. It’s very common for our parents to encourage us to go down the more traditional pathway of getting a university degree and landing a corporate job. This is more so the case especially if you have a creative pursuit, and an even more unorthodox method of getting there. Ron talks about leaving this traditional career path and owning your responsibilities; that no one will make their dreams come true besides the dreamer themselves.
He also reiterates the importance of patience and in “trusting the process”, that you have to keep going even if you aren’t getting any praise or recognition for the work that you do. Because at the end of the day, if you aren’t doing something for the love it, then why are you even doing it at all? -
In this episode Amadeo Abrogena joins me and we talk about what it was like for him to start a business and the importance of being able to communicate and connect with his niche. We also talk about how he overcame failure, specifically failure in university, and how he stayed motivated despite of all the noise that was distracting him from achieving the goals that he had set for himself. His resiliency is ultimately what allowed him to study overseas on scholarship and to become a business owner.
If you’re finding it hard to persist with your education, whether it be formal or through the school of hardknocks, if you’ve ever thought about starting your own business, if you’re worried about what all the naysayers are thinking, I hope you find value in this episode because Amadeo definitely gave me something valuable to reflect upon.
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In this episode I sit down with Joshua Hawkins. He is a former World Youth silver medalist and three-time New Zealand champion over the 110m hurdles. He also holds the New Zealand national record for said event. He joins me for a korero and we talk about time management, how he overcame a career-ending injury, and the importance of rest.
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In this episode I talk a little bit about my dream and why my progress with turning it into a reality has been so slow.
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In this episode I talk about quitting my job to pursue a dream that I've been wanting to make real for the longest time. Follow me as I embark on my passion project.
