Episodes

  • Quest Log | Episode 100 - Nicholas Ong
    Mar 25 2024

    Featuring World famous artist: Nicholas Ong

    Known for:

    Getting electrocuted while making artworks

    Amazing podcast voice

    Makes 2 minutes instant noodles in 1 minute


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    1 hr and 55 mins
  • Quest Log | Episode #99 - Dean Chew
    Feb 2 2024

    An insightful sitdown with Dean Chew, co-founder of Singapore-based label Darker Than Wax and the newly opened listening bar Offtrack,

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    With a djing journey that has spanned more than 15 years, Dean Chew (aka Funk Bast*rd) has earned praises from a worldwide range of selectors that include the likes of Gilles Peterson, Lefto, Bradley Zero, Alex Kassian, Kamma and Maslao, San Soda, Hugo LX, Dam-Funk, Dreamcastmoe and more.

    Being the co-founder of Singapore-based label Darker Than Wax and the newly opened listening bar Offtrack, Dean has been tirelessly pushing and promoting an alternative expression of lefteld music through his widely eclectic and genre-bending sets. As the main A+R and creative mind behind DTW, the label has flourished tremendously over the past 5 years, cementing its place as one of the go-to labels out of South East Asia.

    His musical selections, which traverses across an extensive spectrum from deep jazz to the freshest cuts have left many indelible marks on the dancefloors. A highly respected digger who is also known by many in the circuit for his extensive musical knowledge, technically astute skills, and blends, it’s no surprise that he has warmed up or shared the stage with Bradley Zero, Lefto, Alex Kassian, HAAI, Pablo Valentino, Marcellus Pittman, Pearson Sound, the late Mike Huckaby and many more.

    There’s always an element of surprise in his sets - just open them ears.

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    1 hr and 38 mins
  • Quest Log | Episode 98.5 - Esmonde Luo
    Jan 19 2024

    An insightful sitdown with Esmonde Luo, a forager currently based in Singapore.

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    What began as an interest in the natural world eventually developed into a fascination with the plants that grow in our wilds and their myriad uses - medicine, utility, and especially food.

    Discovering these lesser-known fruits and herbs and their potential for food led Esmonde to seeing his surroundings in a new light, and was eager to share this sense of wonderment with others.

    Since about 2010, Esmonde has been conducting foraging tours informally, bringing friends and small groups on rambles aand camping trips. In 2019, he finally got his license as an Area Tour Guide so he could start sharing my experiences beyond my social circle, conducting tours regularly on Airbnb.

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    2 hrs and 32 mins
  • Quest Log | Episode 98 - Christopher Leow
    Dec 28 2023

    An insightful sitdown with Christopher , an urban farmer based in Singapore .

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    Christopher Leow a.k.a. 'The Freestyle Farmer' is an Urban Farmer based in Singapore. His vision is to inspire others to grow their own food and be more self-suffcient.

    Having spent over a decade across the food value chain, having worked from 'Farm to Table' in multiple countries like Australia and Ireland, working across a diverse range of industries including being a chef, barista, grocer, and farmer.

    Some of his past projects include being the Head Farmer of the World's highest rooftop Urban farm - CapitaSpring. As well as the General Manager of the Urban Farming pioneer, Edible Garden City. His current role is the founder of 'The Freestyle Farmer' brand/consultancy, as well as the CEO of a cricket protein startup, Future Protein Solutions, and an adjuct lecturer in RP's Urban Agricultural Technology Diploma.

    He has also written a memoir about his Urban Farming journey, 'The Freestyle Farmer'. And he has been a host of a farming documentary 'Growing Wild' that has been featured on Channel News Asia.

    Chris truly enjoys the 'manual labour' and being outdoors. In his free time, he tends to his open concept Community Garden 'Nutopia' and goes for unplanned travels for inspiration. 

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    2 hrs and 11 mins
  • Quest Log | Episode 97.5 - Wyl Ng
    Nov 30 2023

    An insightful sitdown with Wyl Ng, head coach at MVRCK, a strength and conditioning facility in Singapore.

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    Wyl is a Head Coach of MVRCK™, a strength and conditioning facility in Singapore.

    MVRCK was started 6 years ago with the intention of raising the standards of athletes and professionalism of the fitness industry. They currently have 2 locations at Alexandra and Macpherson. 

    Having been in the industry for more than a decade and a competitive CrossFit athlete, Wyl wanted to challenge the perception of traditional grungy, garage-styled barbell gyms. Paired with carefully curated equipment and high quality coaching, they lay the foundation of MVRCK.

    Wyl believes working out to be a form of self care, both physically and mentally - as he has his vision set on MVRCK becoming one of the best gyms in Singapore

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    2 hrs and 52 mins
  • Quest Log | Episode 97 - Luqman
    Nov 9 2023

    An insightful sitdown with Luqman, a dancer from Singapore.

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    Born and raised in the lion city, Luqman started dancing hip hop in 2007 as part of Flair Nation. As he strives to explore and grow in his craft, he picked up various genres including Popping, Locking, Breaking and House.

    This diverse exposure allowed him to develop a unique flavour in his movement.

    Luqman's craft has been recognised in both the local and international freestyle scene, representing Singapore in competitions such as the prestigious Juste Debout Festival in New York and Japanese Dance Delight. He passionately believes in the value of educating the next generation in the art of street dance.

    Being the Founder of SHIFT, he passionately believes in the value of educating the art of street dance, as he hopes to bring the Street Dance Culture to the new generation of Singapore.

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    2 hrs and 23 mins
  • Quest Log | Episode 96.5 - Just Keep Thinking
    Oct 19 2023

    An insightful sitdown with MJ , the co-founder of the Science and Environment channel called "Just Keep Thinking".

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    MJ is the co-founder of the Science and Environment channel called "Just Keep Thinking", where she combines education and entertainment to create consumable, engaging content on various social media platforms.

    When not on camera, she is also a nature guide and conducts physical workshops on biodiversity and environmental issues.

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    56 mins
  • Quest Log | Episode 96- Luen Mo Featuring Jonas
    Oct 2 2023

    An insightful sitdown with Luen Mo, an international dancer from Hong Kong.

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    Luen Mo is an incredible dancer and individual hailing from Hong Kong.

    He has had various opportunity to showcase, and be present for various dance events, battles and showcases in Europe and all around Asia.

    It is evident from the conversation that despite his humble beginnings, Luen Mo's motivation and desire to strive towards greatness in his various endeavors is truly inspiring.

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    2 hrs and 39 mins