Maria Pastorelli is a productivity, effectiveness coach and public speaker. She helps individuals perform more effectively through increased productivity, self awareness, understanding energy and time management, and broadening communication skills often times in cross culture settings. She is the co-founder of Monday Morning Motivation and the Global Women Entrepreneur Network. We talk about our relationship with time and technology, honesty, critical thinking, Tony Robbins, cult mentality, burnout and much more. Check out her website: www.mariapastorelli.com Her LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariapastorelli/ Follow Us On Instagram: thehonestdrink_ Join Us On WeChat ID: THD_Official

Troy Andrews is a corporate trainer teaching Presentation Design & Delivery, Strategic Corporate Storytelling, Influential Communication, and Slide Design. He incorporates the principles of Behavioral Science, Behavioral Economics, Nudge Theory and Persuasion Theory with business communication to help his clients maximize persuasive impact. He's trained at Forbes 500 MNC companies like Nike, Porsche, IKEA, H&M and Under Armour and has taught presentation skills and design at institutions like Duke University and Fudan University Business School. He is a contributing writer for Entrepreneur Magazine and recently spoke at Nudgestock 2020, an annual Behavioral Science event. He is currently writing his first book on applying Behavioral Science principles to modern presentations to optimize persuasion. Check out his website PresentationPersuasion.com Follow Us On Instagram: thehonestdrink_ Join Us On WeChat ID: THD_Official

Theo Watt is the founder of Thirsty Work Productions and DRiNK Magazine. He created the DRiNK Awards, a premier annual awards event celebrating all the movers and shakers in China's bar industry. He works with the industry's biggest names and brands to create unique experiences and events for industry folk and consumers alike. He aims to empower bartenders, elevate responsible drinking occasions and connect the world through great drinks. This years 2020 DRiNK Awards will take place on November 23rd in Shanghai. Check out their website for some great content on Asia's bar scene. www.drinkmagazine.asia Join Us On WeChat ID: THD_Official Follow Us On Instagram: thehonestdrink_

In this episode we talk about American tv shows vs Chinese tv shows and Howie shares some insight on the film industry here in China compared to Hollywood. We talk about cultural biases and how that may affect our standards when judging such entertainment. We gossip about some of the latest and most popular tv shows and movies out right now including the new blockbuster movie "Tenet" just released in theaters. Don't worry, no spoilers. Join Us On WeChat ID: THD_Official Follow Us On Instagram IG: thehonestdrink_

Kleber Battaglia 白师傅 is a Wing Chun master, teacher and a regular writer for the international martial arts magazine "Wing Chun Illustrated". He is one of the main historical researchers on the art of Wing Chun Kung Fu. For years, Kleber was a full-time student of his master Wan Kam Leung who trained with and shared the same Wing Chun teacher as Bruce Lee. Having started practicing martial arts at 9 years old and having trained with most of the more knowledgeable Wing Chun masters still alive, Kleber has accumulated a lifetime of martial arts training. He has dedicated his life to Wing Chun and improving the way we live, think and our ability to defend ourselves. He currently runs his Wing Chun academy in Shanghai, Practical Wing Chun. Join Us On WeChat ID: THD_Official Follow Us On Instagram: thehonestdrink_

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. Join Us On WeChat ID: THD_Official Follow Us On Instagram: thehonestdrink_

In 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. Join Us On WeChat ID: THD_Official Follow Us On Instagram: thehonestdrink_

Ben Ivey is an Entrepreneur Lifestyle Expert, international speaker and mentor. He is recognised as an authority on how to help entrepreneur’s 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, as well as many other tools, he overcame his self-sabotage in business and has inspired thousands of entrepreneurs around the globe to do the same. Website: www.ben-ivey.com WeChat: TheEntrepreneurLifestyle Join Us On WeChat ID: THD_Official 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. Join Us On WeChat ID: THD_Official 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. In Suzhou, she founded the Happiness Association, Girl Gone International, Jinji Network, and ByeByeBorders networking events. Join Us On WeChat ID: THD_Official Follow Us On Instagram: thehonestdrink_

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

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 (The Lobster Kid) and Golden Eagle Awards (Yamome, Japan). Her work has screened and won awards at Oscar-qualifying festivals including a Mention Spéciale du Jury at Clermont-Ferrand International Short Film Festival (Disco Obu, India), a Reel Golden Award at LA Asian Pacific Film Festival (The Lobster Kid, Taiwan), Durban international film festival (Back to Hometown, China), and various other projects. Yanqiu holds a MFA in Film from New York University. She’s also a proud alumna of the Asian Film Academy and Golden Horse Film Academy, where she was mentored by Hou Hsiao-Hsien. She hopes to continue to explore the extraordinary stories of ordinary people through the magic of cinema. Join Us On WeChat ID: THD_Official Follow Us On Instagram: thehonestdrink_