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Rebuilding Lives, One Story at a Time: Jane & Vanessa's Year-End Wrap-Up
Join Jane Houng and Vanessa Chan as they close the first season of Mending Lives. In this heartfelt episode, they reflect on powerful moments, connections, and the wis...
Voices of Resilience: Marija Todorova’s Story of Healing and Empowerment
Join Jane Houng in a compelling conversation with Marija Todorova about her multifaceted career. From interpreting in refugee camps to empowering asylum seekers in Hon...
A Beacon of Hope: Mansour's Journey with Jane
In this riveting episode of Mending Lives, Jane Houng shares the remarkable journey of Mansour Saliba, a young Lebanese scholar whose dedication to social change breat...
From Tripoli to Beirut: Teaching, Translating, and Triumphs
In this heartfelt episode, host Jane Houng sits down with Samira El Hussein, an inspiring English teacher and translator from Tripoli, Lebanon. They discuss Samira's d...
.🎷 "Jazz Funk and Life's Symphony with Mike Lindup: A Mending Lives Special"
In this episode of 'Mending Lives,' Jane Houng interviews Mike Lindup, a founder of the jazz-funk band Level 42. This episode moves from their shared history at a spec...
Empathy in Action: The History of Becky's Bathhouse and Becky's Button to date
If you want to know something about these two charities that Jane Houng established in her deceased daughter's name, this episode is a must! Every journey starts with ...
Beyond the Bars, Beyond the Stereotypes: Vassilis Manoussakis on Prison Education
In this thought-provoking episode, Jane Houng speaks with Vassilis Manoussakis, a remarkable educator and poet who challenges the stereotypes surrounding prisoners. Th...
From Ashes to Everest: The Life and Lines of Yuyutsu Sharma
In this fascinating episode of Mending Lives, host Jane Houng converses with Yuyutsu Sharma, a revered poet and translator based in Nepal. From accompanying his father...
Reclaiming Humanity: Ravi Shankar's Journey Through Culture, Confinement and Creativity
Join Jane Houng for an engrossing dialogue with Ravi Shankar, the American poet whose life encapsulates the essence of resilience. Ravi takes us through his challengin...
E15: The Intersection of Poetry, Tarot, and Healing: A Deep Dive with Tony Barnstone
How can you maintain your humanity in these challenging times? How can Tarot help you discover your better self? How can you turn pain into something graceful? Join Ja...
Rising from the Depths: Tim Tomlinson's Journey to Renewal
Join Jane Houng for a heartfelt conversation with Tim Tomlinson, a poet, fiction writer and educator whose life is a testament to the human capacity for self-mastery. ...
A Legal Odyssey from the UK to Nepal and Hong Kong
Join Jane Houng as she delves into the remarkable life of Neville Sarony, covering his challenges from being the first foreign lawyer in Nepal to his distinguished car...
Women, Words, and Worldviews: Insights from Rochelle Potkar and Jane Houng
This episode is a powerful discussion on the role of writers as both artists and activists. From her roots in Mumbai and Goa to international acclaim, Rochelle Potkar ...
A Commitment to Colour: Nigel's Journey towards Brightening Lives
Join Jane Houng as she explores the world of Nigel Purkis, a shop owner in Chichester whose passion for colour has brightened the lives of many. With personal anecdote...
Writing Her Own Story: Azra Rahim on Cultural and Gender Issues
Azra Rahim describes herself as a global wandering mystic. In this episode, she offers insightful perspectives on patriarchy, sexual harassment, gender fluidity and th...
Jess Rinker: Finding Hope and Purpose Through Writing
Join us in this heartwarming episode as we dive into the inspiring journey of Jess Rinker. Discover how Jess transformed her life through the power of writing, turning...
Creativity and Resilience: A.S. King on Writing, Loss, and Gender Identity
Join us for a lively and insightful discussion with Amy, one of the best YA writers working today. She delves into her unique creative process, personal journey throug...
From Corporate Climb to Inner Peace: Vanessa Chan on Leadership and Healing
In this episode, Jane Houng explores the multifaceted life of Vanessa Chan, a veteran woman executive in tech who found solace and strength in yoga, meditation, and ou...
Unbroken Hearts in a Broken World: Sister Gemma Simmonds on Cultivating Compassion and Free Will
Life throws us curveballs, but what if those challenges are opportunities to discover our own strength? In this episode, Sister Gemma Simmonds, a powerhouse of positiv...
Spark of the Divine: Exploring Faith and Meaning with Father Will
Are you feeling lost, or looking for a deeper purpose? In this week's episode, I have a powerful conversation with Father Will, a renowned pastor at St Stephen's Chape...
Breaking Barriers: A Psychologist's Journey from Disadvantage to Empowerment
This episode of Mending Lives tackles crucial issues in South Asia with Pakistani psychologist Asma Toorkham. Asma brings over 10 years of experience working with NGOs...
Do Murderers Deserve a Second Chance?
In this episode, my guest is Yasmine Zahir - a Hong Kong Barrister - offers her services pro bono to long term prisoners here - that’s how we met. ‘Crime always happen...
Sonia Leung - Don't cry, Phoenix
Sonia Leung is an award-winning Hong Kong poet, fiction and non-fiction writer. She’s also a rape victim. She’s written a memoir which was launched at the Hong Kong Li...
Who is Jane Houng?
Jane reveals things about herself to a neighbour. Vanessa intuited something very wrong during a yoga class. What she didn’t know is that Jane had recently heard that ...
