The Honest Drink

Stephen Yuan is the editor in chief and founder of The Noodle Shop. A grassroots media company focused on scouting, grooming and publishing the next generation of creative Asian voices. The Noodle Shop is a platform for breaking Asian stereotypes while covering topics of Asian culture, identity, family and relationships. Stephen himself often writes about Asian identity, masculinity and modern dating. Follow Us On Instagram: thehonestdrink_

This episode Justin and Aric talk about the physical and verbal abuse growing up in an Asian household, the dread of running out of time and being unprepared, internalizing your identity and how childhood piano lessons shaped who they are today for better or worse. Follow Us On Instagram: thehonestdrink_

Ben Ivey is an Entrepreneur Lifestyle Expert, international speaker and mentor. He is recognized as an authority on how to help entrepreneurs create an extra-ordinary lifestyle whilst accelerating business success. Ben is a highly requested speaker regularly flying internationally. He has completed a TED talk in Mandarin Chinese and has shared the stage with Tony Robbins, Andy Harrington, Allan Kleynhans and many other thought leaders. Ben became a certified Robbins Madanes Strategic Intervention Coach, Neuro-Linguistic Programming Trainer and Lead Facilitator for Zero Suicide Systems Nu-Rekall. Using these skills he overcame his self-sabotage in business and has inspired thousands of entrepreneurs around the globe to do the same. Connect with Ben | Website: www.ben-ivey.com WeChat: TheEntrepreneurLifestyle Follow Us On Instagram: thehonestdrink_

Shaun Tang is a 3rd generation Yushan Wumen Guqin(古琴) Master. The Guqin is a highly regarded musical string instrument of ancient China and a symbol of Chinese culture. It was a favorite instrument among ancient sages and scholars including Confucius. Shaun explains the concepts and ancient teachings behind the Guqin that tie together culture, philosophy and psychology and how these teachings can help us achieve more balance in life. Follow Us On Instagram: thehonestdrink_

Janine Jakob is a Happiness & Career Coach from Germany. She is the founder of Full Potential Partners, a company that aims to maximize your effectiveness, productivity, and happiness both personally and professionally. She is also the co-founder of Monday Morning Motivation, a community for people who want to get up early, create a positive mindset, productive habits and make the best out of their time. Follow Us On Instagram: thehonestdrink_

In this episode, recorded on July 4th, Aric Howie and Justin celebrate with some Balvenie 25 and talk about the mid-life crisis, the meaning of dreams, America's Independence Day, current events and Trump. Follow Us On Instagram: thehonestdrink_

Fei Yanqiu 费艳秋 is a globe-trotting cinematographer based in Shanghai, China. She first learnt cinema by running around the rainforests of South-East Asia with a 16mm camera. She was nominated for Best Cinematography at the Milan International Film Festival and Golden Eagle Awards. Her work has screened and won awards at Oscar-qualifying festivals. She hopes to continue to explore the extraordinary stories of ordinary people through the magic of cinema. Follow Us On Instagram: thehonestdrink_

Simon Astbury is one of the most sought after film colorists. His extensive body of work also includes iconic horror films such as "Event Horizon" and "The Human Centipede". He honed his skills in the UK film industry working on iconic movies like "Notting Hill" and "Sense and Sensibility". During his career he has worked with leading industry figures like Paul WS Anderson, Ang Lee and many others. He is the only British colorist in Shanghai. Follow Us On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehonestdrink_/

Michael J. Jordan is an American international journalist, Global Communication Strategist and a Visiting Professor of International Journalism, who's taught and lectured at many of China's finest universities. As a Foreign Correspondent, he has reported from 30 countries over 25 years. Before moving to China, he was the lone western correspondent living in the African kingdom of Lesotho where he covered the 2014 coup attempt and months of turmoil that followed. In China, his communication has also included environmental protection, worker's rights and food waste. Follow Us On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehonestdrink_/

This is a spontaneous conversation between Justin and Aric inspired by the Michael Jordan documentary "The Last Dance". They talk about outliers, perfectionist mindset and how not to be an a**hole. Follow Us On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehonestdrink_/