Best Asian Athlete Podcasts (2024)

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Playing D1 College Baseball at Boston College & Holy Cross, Developing Athletic Ability, and Life as a College Baseball Star with Nick Wang 35:40

2d ago35:40

35:40

In this episode, host Justin Hong interviews D1 college baseball player Nick Wang. Nick talks about playing sports in his childhood, how he got started playing baseball, and how the winning sports culture in Boston impacted him while he was growing up there (4:13). He gives us an inside look at the training and skill development that helped him bec…

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Record-high delegations, athletes expected to participate in 9th Asian Winter Games 24:30

9d ago24:30

24:30

①Record-high delegations, athletes expected to participate in 9th Asian Winter Games ②China kicks off month-long consumption campaign in five big cities ③China's Shenzhen to prioritize AI, NEV, biomedical industries ④Dinosaur fossils found in Hong Kong for 1st time ⑤A Thousand Whys: How do Chinese people celebrate the Start of Winter?…

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Cybersecurity founder and ex-Green Beret Gene Yu on his journey from fighting terrorists to fighting online crime 56:07

33m ago56:07

56:07

“I wanted to do something so hard that people could not ever talk shit to me ever again,” says Gene Yu, co-founder and CEO of cybersecurity firm Blackpanda, on the Crazy Smart Asia podcast. In conversation with Tatler Gen.T’s Chong Seow Wei, the Taiwanese American shares the scary hostage rescue of a family friend that got him into cybersecurity, w…

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"Chinese hamburger" toys captivate youth with creative design, consumption scenarios 24:30

38m ago24:30

24:30

①"Chinese hamburger" toys captivate youth with creative design, consumption scenarios ②Hong Kong Int'l airport to open third runway on Nov. 28 ③Chinese scientists design membranes to recover oil, water for waste treatment ④How a Chinese city brings ancient trees back to life ⑤A Thousand Whys: Why did Sichuan food stand out among all other cuisines …

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Heilongjiang eyes ice-and-snow boost ahead of 9th Asian Winter Games 24:30

5h ago24:30

24:30

①Heilongjiang eyes ice-and-snow boost ahead of 9th Asian Winter Games ②Working group for low-altitude economy established in Shenzhen ③Bonded aircraft repair takes off in China's Xinjiang ④Scientists' new finding challenges current ice sheet modelling ⑤Snow leopards spotted in China's Yunnan for first time ⑥A Thousand Whys: How did ancient Chinese …

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Game entrepreneur Vince Siu on gamifying education, business pivots and being a solo founder 35:27

8d ago35:27

35:27

“Innovation is supposed to be fun,” says Vince Siu, founder and CEO of Press Start Academy and Press Start Studios, on the Crazy Smart Asia podcast. In conversation with Tatler Gen.T’s Chong Seow Wei, Siu shares why education needs a shake up, how his business started as “board game socials” he hosted for friends and how he navigates being an intro…

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How to thrive under pressure like jiu-jitsu champion Kaila Napolis (Bonus Episode) 5:40

3d ago5:40

5:40

Jiu-jitsu champion Kaila Napolis has learned to stay calm under pressure, strategize in challenging situations, and find strength in a supportive community. In this bonus episode, Kaila shares how these lessons from jiu-jitsu have helped her overcome obstacles and thrive both on and off the mat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor…

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Game-changer: Two Jewish founders are creating a new pro women’s baseball league 32:57

2d ago32:57

32:57

Professional women's sports are having a banner year in 2024. The new pro women's hockey league welcomed record-breaking numbers in January; the WNBA has produced bona fide basketball stars like Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese; and now, just last month, news broke that a Women's Pro Baseball League will launch in 2026—and it's being spearheaded …

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China turns out its self-developed tunnel boring machine with biggest diameter 24:30

2d ago24:30

24:30

①China, Canada to increase direct flights to satisfy travel, trade demands ②Robotic grippers designed to handle delicate living things ③China turns out its self-developed tunnel boring machine with biggest diameter ④Rare flying squirrel species found in China's Xizang ⑤A Thousand Whys: Why could hot pot solve everything for Chinese?…

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Package sales stimulate hotel market as off-season looms 24:30

4d ago24:30

24:30

①China, New Zealand launch fast patent grant program ②Hong Kong optimizes admissions schemes for global talent ③Harbin extravaganza to expand ahead of ninth Asian Winter Games ④Package sales stimulate hotel market as off-season looms ⑤New study uncovers evolution of China's largest desert ⑥A Thousand Whys: Fun Chinese facts you should know about sn…

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Expedition extends known length of Asia's longest cave to 437 km 24:30

17d ago24:30

24:30

①Flying car factory breaks ground in south China's Guangdong ②China's scenic mountains' new workforce for transportation: robot dog porters ③Expedition extends known length of Asia's longest cave to 437 km ④Sanya set to welcome China's National Traditional Games of Ethnic Minorities ⑤Giant panda pair gifted to Hong Kong come out of quarantine ⑥A Th…

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Jewish basketball players to watch this NBA season 38:28

16d ago38:28

38:28

We've just wrapped up one of the most special days in any Jewish sports fan's calendar: no, not Simchat Torah or Yom Kippur, but the so-called "sports equinox", a rare occurrence when all four major American sports leagues host games on the same day. Whether you're rooting for the Dodgers to win the World Series or gearing up for NFL season, yester…

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Beijing's payment facilitation services benefit international visitors 24:30

17d ago24:30

24:30

①Beijing's payment facilitation services benefit international visitors ②Beijing plans to vastly expand autonomous driving test area ③China's first provincial germplasm resource bank in full operation ④Neolithic human settlement site discovered in north China ⑤A Thousand Whys: What is it like to live in a Beijing quadrangle?…

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Chinese researchers develop "lunar bricks" for future lunar base construction 24:30

23d ago24:30

24:30

①Chinese researchers develop "lunar bricks" for future lunar base construction ②World's smallest dinosaur egg fossils discovered in China ③Winter tourism promotion adds to allure of China's Xizang ④Hong Kong improves listing rules to attract more IPOs ⑤China expands elderly care services with focus on community-based solutions ⑥A Thousand Whys: Why…

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Adz Dumapong: The Philippines' First Paralympic Medalist 48:28

25d ago48:28

48:28

In the 2000 Sydney Paralympics, para-powerlifter Adeline “Adz” Dumapong lifted the Philippines to a historic victory. In this episode, she takes us through her incredible journey from her childhood in Ifugao Province to her 27-year athletic career. Be inspired by her story of strength, and her greater purpose of advocating for PWD inclusion in spor…

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Building an empire inspired by the K-pop business model, with Tier One Entertainment’s Tryke Gutierrez 37:32

23d ago37:32

37:32

“We want them to be masterful, to look like superstars,” says Tryke Gutierrez, the co-founder and CEO of Tier One Entertainment, an esports and entertainment company, on the Crazy Smart Asia podcast. In conversation with Gen.T’s Chong Seow Wei, Gutierrez shares why he’s inspired by the K-pop business model, how leadership is the only truly scalable…

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Life as a Pro Soccer Player, Playing D1 College Soccer at Minnesota & Stanford, and Representing the US on the International Stage with Katie Duong 26:45

24d ago26:45

26:45

In this episode, host Justin Hong interviews pro soccer player Katie Duong. During this episode, Katie talks about where she grew up, her family’s background, and how she got her start playing soccer (3:35). She talks about her college soccer experiences, including her experience with college recruiting and how she landed at the University of Minne…

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Mount Fanjing in southwest China inscribed in IUCN Green List 24:30

29d ago24:30

24:30

①Mount Fanjing in southwest China inscribed in IUCN Green List ②Hong Kong-born giant panda cubs leave incubators, develop distinctive markings ③Beijing plans to expand low-altitude flights for rescue, delivery ④5,000-year-old royal tomb discovered in central China ⑤A Thousand Whys: Why guardian lions, not tigers?…

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Sports tourism fuels consumption engine 24:30

1M ago24:30

24:30

①Sports tourism fuels consumption engine ②China's self-developed airship harvests wind power at record height ③Beijing launches supporting services for elderly aged 80 and above ④Chinese provinces launch joint campaign to protect migratory bird routes ⑤Guangzhou establishes international Ficus research center ⑥A Thousand Whys: Why do Chinese people…

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From embracing fear to resting for success: Five crazy-smart insights from season nine 5:40

27d ago5:40

5:40

This week, we pick out five inspiring quotes from the guests of season nine of Crazy Smart Asia. From being at peace with fear and failure to how to create viral social content, these insights can help you build a better world, better business or better you. If you enjoyed these short clips, why not go back and listen to the full episodes: Fighting…

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Tetee Insixiengmay: World Traveler 41:54

28d ago41:54

41:54

Cherish the past, dream of the future but live, today… Time waits for no one and when Tee Insixiengmay needed a fresh start after a tough break up, he bought a one-way ticket to the adventure of a lifetime. From his ancestral homeland in Laos, to the mountains of South America, Tee has been back packing his way around the globe with the goal of vis…

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Exhibition on Confucian culture shines at Beijing's Palace Museum 24:30

1M ago24:30

24:30

①Exhibition on Confucian culture shines at Beijing's Palace Museum ②Science meets education -- China turns to schools to help build sci-tech powerhouse ③AI-driven panda keeper joins Madrid Zoo to enhance visitor experience ④River erosion enhances recent uplift of Mount Qomolangma: study ⑤A Thousand Whys: Was The Analects really written by Confucius…

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Chinese hikers are hiring personal cheerleaders to scale peaks 24:30

1M ago24:30

24:30

①2024 World Internet Conference Wuzhen Summit to focus on AI ②Chinese researchers achieve breakthrough in DNA-based storage of brain MRI data ③Art season launched to showcase Beijing's ancient architecture ④Chinese hikers are hiring personal cheerleaders to scale peaks ⑤Only 10 pct of fish on coral reefs covered by environmental protections: resear…

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Turning pain into power, with wellness entrepreneur Cheryl Wee 26:38

1M ago26:38

26:38

“There are many kinds of people in the world. And you don’t have to change yourself to fit in,” says Cheryl Wee, founder of CW, the Company of Wellness. In conversation with Gen.T’s Chong Seow Wei on Crazy Smart Asia, the former Singaporean actress shares the harsh reality of being a young starlet in Taiwan, how she navigates working in her family …

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Redefining Success with Cam Rodriguez of the Filipinas 27:35

1M ago27:35

27:35

What does success look like when life throws you off course? After helping the Filipinas qualify for the FIFA Women’s World Cup, Cam Rodriguez was cut from the national team lineup just months before the competition. She opens up about heartbreak, resilience, and redefining success on her own terms — as well as her advocacies for safe spaces and me…

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Chang'e-6 lunar samples to be displayed at 15th Airshow China 24:30

2M ago24:30

24:30

①Chang'e-6 lunar samples to be displayed at 15th Airshow China ②Extreme fires amplify post-fire land surface warming: study ③Chinese museums receive nearly 1 billion visits during Jan-Aug period ④Technologies bring faces of Neolithic men back to life ⑤A Thousand Whys: Why do Chinese people relish sweet osmanthus?…

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Prospect Watch (2024 Edition): 11 Up & Coming Asian American Basketball, Baseball, and Football Players We’re Excited to Follow with Patrick Pratumrat 47:15

1M ago47:15

47:15

Host Justin Hong is joined by Patrick Pratumrat on the 2024 edition of “Prospect Watch,” which showcases and celebrates up-and-coming Asian American athletes. On this episode, they shine the spotlight on 11 electrifying, young basketball, baseball, and football players: college basketball players Dylan Harper (9:12), Ishan Sharma (12:25), Ashley Ch…

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Nature reserve in China reports record number of raptors sighted 24:30

2M ago24:30

24:30

①Scientists decode "genetic trove" of marine microorganisms ②Scientists reveal patterns in Earth's rotational deceleration over millions of years ③Ancient rock painting site found in northwest China ④Nature reserve in China reports record number of raptors sighted ⑤A Thousand Whys: What is the most auspicious day in a year?…

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Life as a space nutritionist and humanitarian, according to Kristine Jane Atienza 31:23

2M ago31:23

31:23

“You need to be clear-headed during a mission, both as a humanitarian and in space,” says Kristine Jane Atienza. In conversation with Gen.T’s Chong Seow Wei on the Crazy Smart Asia podcast, the Filipina shares how she balances being a space nutritionist with her work in public health, what it’s like training for a mission to Mars and why crumbs are…

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Chinese, foreign scientists to start new expedition into Asia's longest cave 24:30

2M ago24:30

24:30

①China's resistive magnet sets new world record ②Chinese, foreign scientists to start new expedition into Asia's longest cave ③Chinese desert fruit export delivers new taste to SE Asia ④A Thousand Whys: Why are some lakes in Beijing called "sea"?

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Chinese scientists unveil world's first multi-modal Large Language Model in geographic sciences 24:30

2M ago24:30

24:30

①Chinese scientists unveil world's first multi-modal Large Language Model in geographic sciences ②China starts sustainable aviation fuel pilot ③Hong Kong climbs to 9th place in world talent ranking ④Mango industry bears fruit in southwest China county ⑤A Thousand Whys: The symbol of autumn – chrysanthemum…

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Other Side of the Pitch: Ellie Haenel’s defiant stand as a transwoman in sports 55:35

2M ago55:35

55:35

Being the first openly trans athlete in PH football is uncharted territory — equal parts heartbreak and hope, challenge and courage. While her journey has been far from easy, Ellie Haenel inspires with her passion and perseverance. In this episode, guest correspondent Lui Morales shares how football saved Ellie’s life, and how she continues to brea…

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2024 NHL and MLB postseason preview: Here are the Jewish athletes to watch 42:23

2M ago42:23

42:23

The leaves have begun falling and NHL season is around the corner, so the Menschwarmers are back with a hockey season preview. Will Zach Hyman thrill Edmonton fans with another 50-goal season? With Jack Hughes make the MVP leap? Will the Bruins ever re-sign Jeremy Swayman? We don't have any of these answers, but we have fun asking them. Then, we mo…

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How to create viral social content, with TikTok’s “Lumpia Queen” Abi Marquez 41:25

2M ago41:25

41:25

“I don’t think you can ever guarantee that your video will go viral, but you can definitely control the factors to increase the chances,” says food content creator Abi Marquez, who has millions of followers on social media. In conversation with Gen.T’s Chong Seow Wei on the Crazy Smart Asia podcast, the Filipina shares more tips on creating viral c…

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