The Human Algorithm Podcast
The Human Algorithm Podcast
Podcast Description
Hosted by Shawn Lim, this podcast is about uncovering the intersection of technology, business, media, advertising, and the growing importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Technology is reshaping how we work, consume, and interact with each other, and the voices driving change and innovation must be heard. humanalgorithm.substack.com
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast explores themes of identity, acceptance, and societal norms, with initial episodes focusing on the experiences of growing up queer in Singapore. Topics include the importance of representation, the challenges faced by the LGBTQIA+ community, and practical steps for fostering inclusion in workplaces.
Hosted by Shawn Lim, this podcast is about uncovering the intersection of technology, business, media, advertising, and the growing importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Technology is reshaping how we work, consume, and interact with each other, and the voices driving change and innovation must be heard.
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit humanalgorithm.substack.com
Free subscribers can watch half the episode as a preview. Become a paid subscriber to watch the full hour-long episode.
In my latest podcast conversation with Leonard Cheong, founder and creative director of Finix, he talks about trauma, fluidity, spiritual awakening, and redefining what it means to live and dress with freedom.
From surviving the Fukushima nuclear disaster to launching Singapore’s first gender-fluid ath-flow label, Leonard shares the reality behind the brand.
Despite his success as a designer and former dancer, Leonard spent years navigating a world that tried to “reprogram” him, holding together a public persona while burying his true self under societal expectations.
What Leonard reveals in this conversation:
* The origin story: Why shopping in the men’s section sparked a frustration that birthed a brand
* The trauma pivot: How living 40km from the Fukushima nuclear plant traumatised him but ultimately shaped his resilience
* The spiritual bootcamp: Why entrepreneurship forced him to face himself with no escape
* The identity cost: Navigating the space between “he/him” and “they/them” in a conservative society
* The vision: How he sees trends not through data, but through vibration and intuition
* The flagship moment: The emotional reality of opening a sanctuary on Keong Saik Road
Key insights:
Disclaimer
This podcast’s information is provided for general reference and was obtained from publicly accessible sources. The Podcast Collaborative neither produces nor verifies the content, accuracy, or suitability of this podcast. Views and opinions belong solely to the podcast creators and guests.
For a complete disclaimer, please see our Full Disclaimer on the archive page. The Podcast Collaborative bears no responsibility for the podcast’s themes, language, or overall content. Listener discretion is advised. Read our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy for more details.