The Power Play Pod

Dennis Han didn’t set out to build a mental health app. He was just trying to get through a breakup. Like so many of us, he started looking for support — only to hit wall after wall. Long waitlists. High costs. Confusing systems. All at a time when he just needed someone to talk to. So, he built what he couldn’t find. That idea became  Calmi  — a voice-based AI that offers real-time emotional supp...

In this episode, we sit down with Ilana Dunn — host of  Seeing Other People , one of the New York Times’ top dating podcasts — for a brutally honest, refreshingly real conversation about modern love, heartbreak, and everything in between. Before launching her hit show, Ilana was the voice behind the content at Hinge, helping to shape how an entire generation approaches dating. Now, she’s built a c...

In this episode, we sit down with Tina and Eleni, organisational psychologists and PhD candidates in Organisational Science, to discuss how you can create a fulfilling career while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. As the founders and podcast hosts of The Happy 9 to 5 , Tina and Eleni break down the latest organisational psychology research and turn it into actionable, science-backed advice...

What if you could build a business from the ground up, make over 100 million views, and grow a personal brand without spending a dime on ads? That's exactly what Gabe Chia, Founder of Viral College, has done—and he’s sharing everything you need to know to make it happen for yourself. In this episode, Gabe takes us behind the scenes of his journey, from dropping out of university to starting an...

In this episode of The Power Play Pod , we sit down with Kate Gatfield-Jeffries , the brilliant marketing mind behind Moodi , one of New Zealand's fastest-growing mental wellness supplement brands. With a background in Law and Business , she left the corporate world behind to go all-in on her business when it had earned just $400 in revenue. Fast forward two years, and Moodi has achieved an astoni...

Ever wondered how to break through workplace barriers and rise to the top of your industry? This week on The Power Play Pod , we’re sitting down with none other than Bonita Chan — Head of Communications and Media at a leading clean energy company and career coach + communications expert on TikTok with over 20,000 followers. From growing up in Hong Kong as an ESL (English as a Second Language) spea...

Let’s get real—being single can feel weird sometimes. Whether it’s the awkward family questions, the endless societal pressure, or the moments of disappointment (hi, ghosting), it can be easy to wonder if you’re missing out. But what if being single isn’t the problem? What if it’s actually your greatest opportunity to thrive? In this episode of The Power Play Pod , I’m peeling back the layers of s...

In this episode, we’re joined by Jony Lee, a content creator whose TikTok journey started with a powerful gesture at her wedding and led to unexpected viral fame. When Jony and her husband shaved their heads during their wedding reception as a tribute to her mother’s battle with cancer, the touching moment was captured on video, sparking massive media attention and skyrocketing her TikTok followin...

Feeling lost can be one of the most unsettling experiences. But what if we told you it’s not a setback? What if it’s a sign you’re on the brink of something extraordinary? In this deeply personal solo episode, Melinda opens up about the times she's felt lost and how those moments became pivotal chapters of growth. Together, we’ll explore the beauty of ‘sunset seasons’—the natural endings that crea...

In this episode, we welcome Reanna Browning—better known as TikTok’s “aggressive bestie”—who’s on a mission to help women transform their lives through body mastery and confidence coaching. Since 2021, Reanna has coached hundreds of women, helping them develop self-confidence, trust, and self-respect by building a strong connection with their minds and bodies. Together, we unpack the lies we often...

Welcome to The Power Play Pod – the podcast for ambitious people who are ready to make an impact. Hosted by Mel, The Power Play Pod brings you real, unfiltered conversations with interesting people building great things. Every week, Mel sits down with top experts and rising entrepreneurs– from occupational psychologists to relationship coaches, marketing leaders to innovators – to uncover insights...