The Leong Form

For every adult putting in the hours at work and slogging through the night, every hour spent working is an hour closer to retirement. Pop the poppers! Retirement is a desirable destination, but it can also be a pin drop you might well dread, especially if you’re not ready.  So many things can derail your retirement plans – suffering job loss, declining health, acquiring a disability, making poor...

What makes someone step out of the “policy bubble” and into the political arena? And how does that decision reshape everything from leadership to family life?  Minister of State for the Ministry of Digital Development and Information, and the Ministry of Education, JasminLau (@jasminlaujm), opens up about the turning points that changed her career, her convictions, and how she shows up as a mother...

From a metalhead to becoming Minister of State for Culture, Community and Youth, and for Manpower - this is the story of Dinesh Vasu Dash (@dineshvasudash). Dinesh has gone from leading troops in Afghanistan, to overseeing security at the Trump-Kim Summit in Singapore, to carrying the late Mr. Lee Kuan Yew’s casket. Hear how his experiences have forged his beliefs about leadership, sacrifice, and...

Our guest on this special episode is Dr Syed Harun Alhabsyi (@drsyedharun), Senior Parliamentary Secretary for the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of National Development. The former psychiatrist in private practice discloses how his experiences in medicine, community work, and education converge to shape his approach to national issues like supporting families living in public rental flats...

From Forbes director to self-taught chef, Shen Tan’s journey is anything but ordinary. Shen (@chefshentan & @ownselfmakechef) carved her own path through Singapore’s brutal F&B scene - from running hawker stalls and restaurants to private dining. In this episode, Shen shares: Why she traded in her power suit for an apron How being self-taught shaped her philosophy (and her battles with imp...

Grief is universal, inevitable and unavoidable. Yet, it’s often misunderstood. In this episode of The Leong Form, brothers Hossan and Stanley dive into a deeply human conversation with George Chan - Counsellor, Grief Educator, and Breathwork Coach at This Is How We Heal (@this.is.how.we.heal). George spent three decades in the arts and entertainment industry before a personal turning point led him...

From breaking records on the track to shaping young minds in the classroom, this week’s guest knows all about life’s turning points. Siblings Hossan and Stanley Leong sit down with U.K. Shyam (@u.k.shyam1037), Singapore’s former national sprinter who held the 100m national record of 10.37s for an incredible 22 years! Shyam famously broke C. Kunalan’s long-standing record at the 2001 World Universi...

What does it mean to live with courage, optimism and unstoppable grit? Our guest this week, Lim Lee Lee (@nicetheguidedog), embodies all of it and more. Born premature with congenital cataracts, Lee Lee lost her sight early in life, but she’s never let blindness define her. Today, she moves through life with the help of her guide dog, Hesta, and an unshakable belief in possibilities. Lee Lee wears...

Our guest this episode is Kai Minejima-Lee (@kaiflysg), World Cup Freestyle Indoor Skydiving Champion and Singapore’s 2025 Sports Boy of the Year with more than a dozen medals to his name from international competitions in 2024! At just 16 years old, Kai’s journey is already packed with twists, turns and tumbles, and not just in the air.  He opens up about: The turning point that set him on the pa...

In this thought-provoking episode, Hossan and Stanley dive into the world of accents with international speaker and communication coach Heather Hansen (@heather.hansen) — TEDx speaker, author of Unmuted , PhD candidate in linguistics, and founder of Global Speech Academy. Inspired by Singapore’s national pledge, what if we added just one word — accent — to that iconic line: “Regardless of race, la...

Season 2 launches with Singapore’s only podcast siblings Hossan and Stanley Leong sitting down with Singapore’s comedy power couple, Rishi Budhrani (@rishibudhrani) and Sharul Channa (@thesharulchanna).  From stage life to married life, this is a deep, unfiltered conversation that dives into: Their turning point into comedy — and whether there was a point they wanted out What it’s really like bein...

What's the difference between burnout and depression? Or a mentor and a coach? How do you tell if a life coach is legit? Hossan and Stanley are joined by Dr Jade Kua (Jade Life & Wellness) as she breaks down the importance of mental health and wellness  in a post-covid world. CW: This episode covers different issues related to mental health, including topics like suicide and depression, a...

It's a brand-new age of media. What does it take to be a full-time content creator? In this double-guest episode, our hosts talk to Denise Teo (@Supercatkei) and See Min (@Smxne) about their creative processes, as well as the true opportunities and challenges carving a career on platforms Twitch and YouTube.  -- About the guests Denise Teo , also known as supercatkei on the internet, is a liv...

What's the difference between designer vs niche perfume? What about Eau De Toilette and Eau De Parfum? Can scents be more than just for beauty? Hosts Hossan and Stanley sit with CEO and artisan Jason Lee (Scent by SIX) to understand more about perfumery.  -- About The Guest Jason Lee is the founder of Scent by SIX, a Singaporean fragrance brand known for creating meaningful, emotion-driven sc...

Hossan and Stanley talk to entrepreneur Lucas Saw about running an apparel brand in an episode sure to inspire us all to pull up our socks, overcome the odds and the importance of drive in the younger generation.  -- About the guest Lucas Saw is the director and visionary of apparel brand Talking Toes. With an entrepreneurial spirit and many years of brand consultancy under his belt, Lucas and his...

Fasten your seatbelts because special guests Ben and Jamie bring our hosts up to speed on the big disruption in the automotive world. -- About The Guests Benjamin Lau isn’t just an avid collector of vintage cars. With many decades of experience  in the industry, Ben keeps a keen eye and ear on the ever-changing automative world to ensure that every driver he meets is paired with a drive that works...

How should I choose a bottle of wine as a gift? What's the real difference between Champagne and Sparkling Wine? What are the faux pax when having a drink? All these questions and more as Hossan and Stanley chat with special guest François Barel from top wine merchant Grand Vin, breaking down how to appreciate a good glass of wine.  -- Throughout his career, François Barel has worked with che...

What is the right way to care for your skin? How much sunscreen should we really be using? Is anti-aging just a myth? Join Hossan and Stanley as they break it all down with special guest, Dr Martin Chio. -- Dr Martin Chio is a Senior Consultant Dermatologist at the National Skin Centre Singapore, where he also completed his advanced speciality training in Dermatology. He was awarded an NMRC medica...

Are there really plums or oolong tea in my coffee beans like it says on the bag? Pineapple and coffee?! Can I reuse my coffee capsules? Hossan and Stanley sit down with Jonathan Teo from Kyuukei Coffee to brew up a conversation on how to appreciate the world of coffee.  -- After pivoting from the biotech industry, Jonathan is now the proud owner and founder of Kyuukei Coffee. With his team, he has...

Is there ever a right time to pivot in your career? Do I have what it takes to be in the gig economy? What should we do to keep up with this fast-changing world? Hossan and Stanley talk to special guest, James Koh, about navigating the intricacies of mid-career switches. -- About The Guest James is a known talent scout in the advertising and marketing communications industry, and the top people kn...

Hossan and Stanley talk to Benjamin Lee about the importance of staying curious no matter how old you are, especially in a constantly changing world.  -- About the guest Benjamin Lee (also known as Mr Miyagi) is an instigator in brand storytelling and communications. He's the OG "content creator", scriptwriter and a curious person. Find out more about Ben here .

Save it! Bookmark it! Put it on your playlist! Get ready because brothers Hossan and Stanley are about to kick things off with The LeongForm, launching late March 2025.