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LRJ Podcast & Chill

A podcast hosted by Leslie Wong, Ryan Fung, & Jonathan Chiu. We started LRJ Podcast and Chill to share our experiences and explore topics as expats working, dating, and living in Hong Kong. Grab a glass of wine and come hang with us :)
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Episodes

Episode 42 - How Jon Lost and Found his Phone in the Taxi

Jon has lost many phones and things in the past couple of years, but this time he found it back again! Listen to this episode to see how he got his phone back and some tips if something like this were to happen to you. - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lrjpodcastandchill/ - Email: lrjpodcastandchill@gmail.com - Youtube: LRJ Podcast & Chill

Apr 18, 202320 min

Episode 41 - Pros and Cons of Casual Dating - Feat. Steven

With more people talking/getting into casual dating these days, is this a good thing or a bad thing? What are the pros and cons of getting into a casual relationship? And what does a casual relationship even mean? LRJ discusses with Steven (Leslie boyfriend!!) to answer these questions. - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lrjpodcastandchill/ - Email: lrjpodcastandchill@gmail.com - Youtube: LRJ Podcast & Chill Episode segments Edit audio...

Apr 09, 202347 min

Episode 40 - LRJ Life Updates!

It's been awhile since LRJ has done an update and it's about time to update you guys on what is currently going on with our lives. Make sure to listen all the way to the end, we promise its an update you've all been waiting for! - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lrjpodcastandchill/ - Email: lrjpodcastandchill@gmail.com - Youtube: LRJ Podcast & Chill

Apr 02, 202321 min

Episode 39 - Is There Such Thing as Moving too Fast?

People have been throwing out the commonly heard rule of "don't sleep with someone on the first date" or "only sleep with them after three dates" but why do people say these things and do the reasons make sense? What about how quick you should move in with someone after meeting them? Is there a set time frame in order to get to these important stages in a relationship? LRJ goes into these topics to discuss what we think. - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lrjpodcastandchill/ - Email: lrjpodc...

Mar 27, 202350 min

Episode 38 - Raunchy Would You Rather Part 2

Another fun episode of "Would you Rather...", the slightly raunchier version... - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lrjpodcastandchill/ - Email: lrjpodcastandchill@gmail.com - Youtube: LRJ Podcast & Chill

Mar 21, 202346 min

Episode 37 - How to Find "The One"?

Most of us want to find that one person to be with, to spend time with, and to experience life with - but how do you find the "One" and what makes you realize that that person is the "One"? LRJ brings on a special guest Stefan Chu, who just proposed to his now fiancée, to help us answer this question. - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lrjpodcastandchill/ - Email: lrjpodcastandchill@gmail.com - Youtube: LRJ Podcast & Chill

Mar 13, 20231 hr 1 min

Episode 36 - All About ADHD with Life Coach J St. Clair Barlow

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the most common neurodevelopment disorders of childhood. Correctly identifying this disorder in children and setting them up with the tools to navigate relationships, work, family, etc. will allow them to be successful in life. In this episode, LRJ talks with J St. Clair Barlow about ADHD and his Life Coaching lessons on how to deal with this disorder. Link to his life coaching website: https://honeybadgerlifecoaching.com/ - Instagram: ht...

Mar 08, 20231 hr 12 min

Episode 35 - Tanking the 5 Love Languages

The 5 love languages is something that was first proposed by Gary Chapman in 1992 where he says that each person has different preferences of expressing and receiving love. What is your preferred love language? In this episode, we invite Leslie's friend Eric to discuss with us our 5 love languages, what they mean, and guess which one is our preferred love language. - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lrjpodcastandchill/ - Email: lrjpodcastandchill@gmail.com - Youtube: LRJ Podcast & Chill...

Feb 27, 20231 hr

Episode 34 - Vday Update: "I got scammed!"

Ryan shares his terrible experience with another company, Leselle florist in Hong Kong. This company scammed him of valentine's flowers for his girlfriend, promising him that they will deliver his flowers the day of valentine's and when the time came, they completely ignored him. Turns out valentine's day is a "business scam" for Ryan. Note to the audience - don't order flowers from https://www.leselle-florist.com/ - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lrjpodcastandchill/ - Email: lrjpodcastand...

Feb 22, 202320 min

Episode 33 - Valentine's Day Special!

What is the purpose of valentine's day? Is it a special day for two people to share their love together or is it just a business scam or is it just societal pressure? In this episode, LRJ discusses what they do on this day and share their stories on how they have celebrated this day in the past. - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lrjpodcastandchill/ - Email: lrjpodcastandchill@gmail.com - Youtube: LRJ Podcast & Chill

Feb 14, 202347 min

Episode 32 - Is Cheating Ever the Right Answer?

Would you cockblock your friend if you caught them cheating? Does it matter whether you know your friends' significant other or not? Now what if you were really good friends with both sides, and one of them tells you not to tell their partner. You're stuck in the middle, what would you do in that situation? - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lrjpodcastandchill/ - Email: lrjpodcastandchill@gmail.com - Youtube: LRJ Podcast & Chill

Feb 09, 202344 min

Episode 31 - Leslie's Life Updates in Canada

Leslie updates us with her life back in Canada, 10 days in. Tune in to find out how she's adjusting to life there - whether it's about her daily, social, or dating life. Will she stay there, or move back to HK? - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lrjpodcastandchill/ - Email: lrjpodcastandchill@gmail.com - Youtube: LRJ Podcast & Chill

Jan 30, 202337 min

Episode 30 - Jon Finally got Covid!

After all his travels and parties, Jon finally succumbed to Covid. In this episode, LRJ share their experiences with Covid and their thoughts about how different countries have different rules for Covid. *This episode was recorded on 21st December 2022* - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lrjpodcastandchill/ - Email: lrjpodcastandchill@gmail.com - Youtube: LRJ Podcast & Chill

Jan 22, 202331 min

Episode 29 - Terrible Experience with FINNAIR

Ryan shares his terrible experience with the airline Finnair on his trip back from London to Hong Kong. Expecting a business class experience on their long flight back home, Ryan and his gf were downgraded to economy class without notice. On top of that, Finnair's customer service in handling the situation was subpar. What would you do in this situation? - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lrjpodcastandchill/ - Email: lrjpodcastandchill@gmail.com - Youtube: LRJ Podcast & Chill...

Jan 16, 202318 min

Episode 28 - Leslie's Leaving Us :(

The dreaded day has arrived where our good friend and podcast mate, Leslie will be leaving Hong Kong for good to move back to Canada. In this episode, we talk with her the day before her flight on what her emotions are, her plans, and what she will miss most when she moves back. - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lrjpodcastandchill/ - Email: lrjpodcastandchill@gmail.com - Youtube: LRJ Podcast & Chill

Jan 06, 202346 min

Episode 27 - Dating in our 20s vs 30s

LRJ discusses about their dating preferences and how it has changed since their twenties. As they're getting older, and more experienced with dating, they should know what they're looking for in a partner. Or so they think? - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lrjpodcastandchill/ - Email: lrjpodcastandchill@gmail.com - Youtube: LRJ Podcast & Chill

Dec 28, 202239 min

Episode 26 - Bystander Effect with Ruben

The bystander effect is a social theory that says people are less likely to help victims in need when there are people present. Many of us have experienced this in Hong Kong and in other countries. In this episode, LRJ discusses with Ruben on many related topics like people suing others for helping, the Good Samaritan law, learning CPR before getting your driver's license, and what to do in hypothetical situations. - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lrjpodcastandchill/ - Email: lrjpodcastand...

Dec 19, 20221 hr 7 min

Episode 25 - Diversity and Inclusion with Mel

We welcome Mel back to the LRJ Podcast & Chill to talk about Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) in the work place. Mel has been working in the D&I space to help others become more educated in this field. LRJ discusses with her on how this is implemented for companies/institutions in terms of recruitment, workspace environment, and education. - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lrjpodcastandchill/ - Email: lrjpodcastandchill@gmail.com - Youtube: LRJ Podcast & Chill...

Dec 08, 20221 hr 20 min

Episode 24 - Podcast & Chill with Christopher

We talk with our friend Christopher about his vast life experience growing up in the UK, working at Google, comparing Hong Kong and International companies, getting his house built in Hong Kong, and how to watch out for Triad owned village areas. - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lrjpodcastandchill/ - Email: lrjpodcastandchill@gmail.com - Youtube: LRJ Podcast & Chill

Nov 27, 20221 hr 23 min

Episode 23 - How to Talk to your Crush

From a reddit post in dating_advice, "As a man, do you ever give late replies so you don't seem obsessed with her, even though you actually are?" - It seems quite common for people to feel this way. Some would give late replies because they are worried they'll come off too strong, but some would reply instantly to let their crush know they like them or else their crush might lose interest. What would you do? - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lrjpodcastandchill/ - Email: lrjpodcastandchill@g...

Nov 22, 202242 min

Episode 22 - Meeting the Parents

Meeting your girlfriend/boyfriend's parents is one of the most stressful things you do when you're in a relationship, and things can go wrong if one party doesn't like the other. In order to make sure the meet goes well, when is the right time to meet the parents and what would you need to do to make sure both parties like each other? - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lrjpodcastandchill/ - Email: lrjpodcastandchill@gmail.com - Youtube: LRJ Podcast & Chill

Nov 14, 202236 min

Episode 21 - Can you be Friends with your Ex?

Break ups are difficult for everyone, and they can leave both you and your ex with feelings of hatred, sadness, and/or resentment. Is there a chance for people to become friends again with their ex? LRJ looks into this topic to see if or when this is possible. - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lrjpodcastandchill/ - Email: lrjpodcastandchill@gmail.com - Youtube: LRJ Podcast & Chill

Nov 08, 202254 min

Episode 20 - From Pacific Mall to Pacific Place with Berina

Would you go back to your hometown after moving to Hong Kong? We talk with our Canadian Born Chinese (CBC) friend on her experience coming back to Hong Kong and what cultural differences she has noticed during her time here. - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lrjpodcastandchill/ - Email: lrjpodcastandchill@gmail.com - Youtube: LRJ Podcast & Chill

Oct 31, 202246 min

Episode 19 - Salary Transparency in Hong Kong?

In California, a new law has passed where employers need to put up salary ranges for their job posts. What social impact would this have on people and how they discuss and negotiate salaries? What if this law happens in Hong Kong? LRJ shares what they think. - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lrjpodcastandchill/ - Email: lrjpodcastandchill@gmail.com - Youtube: LRJ Podcast & Chill

Oct 23, 202243 min

Episode 18 - They're a 10, but they are Clingy

What if your date checks all your boxes, but is too clingy? Would you still date them or will that be a deal breaker? In this episode, the LRJ crew dives deep into this topic to figure it out. - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lrjpodcastandchill/ - Email: lrjpodcastandchill@gmail.com - Youtube: LRJ Podcast & Chill

Oct 16, 20221 hr 2 min

Episode 17 - The Spartan Mindset with Melvin

In order to be a winner, what attitude or mindset does one need to have? We ask for some insights from our friend Melvin - who has competed in basketball, tennis, and dragon boat tournaments as well as completed the gruelling 24-hour Spartan Race. - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lrjpodcastandchill/ - Email: lrjpodcastandchill@gmail.com - Youtube: LRJ Podcast & Chill

Oct 12, 20221 hr 13 min

Episode 16 - Asian Parents Apologizing??

LRJ all grew up in Chinese families, but how different were they brought up? In the Chinese culture, parents/elders think they're always right. Very rarely you would hear them apologize for something they did. Is that the case in your family? Has your upbringing affected who you are today as a person? What would you do if your parents disapprove/dislike your partner and you're stuck in the middle? - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lrjpodcastandchill/ - Email: lrjpodcastandchill@gmail.com - ...

Oct 02, 202253 min

Episode 15 - "Would you Rather"... Game time!

A fun episode with LRJ! Get to know us a little better with a few rounds of "Would you Rather"! What would you choose if you were asked to pick one or the other? - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lrjpodcastandchill/ - Email: lrjpodcastandchill@gmail.com - Youtube: LRJ Podcast & Chill

Sep 26, 20221 hr 4 min

Episode 14 - Podcast & Chill with CJ and Ami

We welcome another two expat friends to join today's Podcast & Chill episode - CJ and Ami. They cover a lot about the party scene and dating life in HK as an American and Canadian expat. - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lrjpodcastandchill/ - Email: lrjpodcastandchill@gmail.com - Youtube: LRJ Podcast & Chill

Sep 17, 20221 hr 25 min

Episode 13 - Podcast & Chill with Eric

Have you ever felt lost before university, and more so after having to look for a job? Wanted to stay in school for longer because you didn't want to face reality just yet? You're not alone! We invited our local friend, Eric, to share with us his journey on finding his current career after many twists and turns. - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lrjpodcastandchill/ - Email: lrjpodcastandchill@gmail.com - Youtube: LRJ Podcast & Chill

Sep 11, 20221 hr 19 min
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