The Waiting List Podcast

#13 Taking the road less travelled. Collector, Entrepreneur, and Co Founder of the Waiting List Podcast - Daniel Sum (Part 2)

In our second interview with Dan, we take a lookat his personal watch collection and his collecting philosophy including purchasing regrets and wish lists. He gives tips on starting a business and balancing family life. This is an honest and heart warming episode that may just spark that fire in you to chase your dreams too.

#12 “You have to look at the world 360 degrees.” Watches Editor for Lifestyle Asia - Randy Lai

Randy is a true reflection of the quote he lives by. He is best described as a polymath, he covers everything from fashion, food and beverages, and most importantly watches on the Lifestyle Asia site in Hong Kong. In this episode, Randy shares the story of how a harmless hobby, blogging about his menswear learnings led him to Hong Kong. He reveals how movie stars in the 50s/60s came to shape his fashion style and inspiration and gives tips and insights on menswear and tailoring. Randy’s story is both honest and enlightening.

#11 Finding oneself through watches. Collector, Entrepreneur, and Co Founder of the Waiting List Podcast - Daniel Sum (Part 1)

In the first episode of this two part series, Dan, who is better known as @ShanghaiWatchGang retraces his journey of how watches came to pervade every corner of his life and ultimately led him to running China’s most successful watch event- the Shanghai Watch Festival. His work behind the scenes in the watch community has caused stirs in the industry that many may not even notice, but he is a force to be reckoned with. His bold vision for the watch community, and for Chinese consumers in particular, is both inspiring and encouraging for us all.

#10 Where it all started- the people behind the Waiting List Podcast - Alex, Daniel, Lung Lung

In our first episode without guests, we rewind and begin with how this podcast idea started and the meaning behind “The Waiting List”. We question the phenomenon and the theories of how the wait list became the new norm in the watch industry. We touch on current affairs and the most common topics shared amongst our watch collector friends. A light hearted episode worth listening to. Enjoy!

#9 From Tai Po to Central in 5 minutes – Hon Ng tells us how

Welcoming back our good friend Hon Ng for a casual chat - we discuss flying taxis – and the potential ramifications on other industries of having the convenience of being from Tai Po down to Central in 5 minutes. We also touch upon the watches he has, some missed opportunities and regrets. Make sure you stay tuned to the end where he gives some key advice on what to do at Italian weddings!

#8 Carving a path and leaving his own mark in the world- Artist and Entrepreneur Oscar Wang

Best known for his collaborations with giant fashion names like Fendi and Vogue just to name a few, Oscar also runs a creative branding company, a talent agency, and several F&B businesses. Still in his 20s, Oscar carries an aura of quiet strength and confidence that surpasses many peers his age group. In this episode he opens up about the pros and cons of living in the public eye and what it means to build his own legacy. His story and humility is one that breaks the stereotypes surrounding celebrity kids.

#7 How my watch journey started from the back of an Argos catalogue – Hon Ng

In this episode we have a very casual conversation with our friend Hon Ng, a lawyer based in Hong Kong who has now changed roles to head the business development team at Uber. Sounds dry? Don’t worry – we laugh about how he got his first watch from an Argos catalogue and how regular visits to Hong Kong’s notorious Ladies market helped him get into watches!

#6 A dare to dream- Restauranteur Jonathan Bui

Jonathan’s bars and restaurants have long been recognized as the go-to hotspots in Hong Kong. In this episode, Jonathan shares his story of how his passion for F&Band service led him to the success he is today, the importance of family, and the vision he has for the future of his businesses. Jonathan is an example that positivity, fearlessness to chase your dreams, and dedication can take you places. He is inspiring and a much-needed dose of optimism that we all need more of today.

#5 “I’ll keep going” How a fascination for mechanical movements led to his love for watches - Chester Pan

In the second episode of our two-part interview with Chester, we explore his journey into watch collecting. The watch that started it all, and the many influences through his childhood that has shaped his collection and fascination with space. Most inspiring of all is watching the rapport and bond between Chester and his mum deepen through watches. Chester’s story illustrates one of many watch collecting journeys that often starts off as a very lonely hobby only to blossom into something beautiful and heart-warming.

#4 How a second generation rich kid is choosing to write his own story in life - Chester Pan

A true individual in every sense, in less than 2 years Chester’s collection has grown to become one that is hard to beat. In the first episode of this two-part interview, we talk about how Chester came to be one fourth of the Waiting List Podcast family and we dig deep to understand the phenomenon better known as ‘Fuerdai’, the children of the second generation of the nouveau riche in China. Chester gives deep insight into the misconceptions, the pros and cons of being labelled as one, and shows us that beneath all the luxury and glam, lies an individual who like many of us is on a road of self-awareness and discovery.