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For Maha Kikugawa, belonging begins in nature. Growing up in Japan, later studying ecosystem science in the US, and living in Europe, she developed a global perspective — and a deep respect for natural environments. That foundation shaped her journey of creating Treeful Treehouse in Okinawa with her father, built around one core idea: coexistence with nature.As Maha reflects on what it means to create experiences rooted in coexistence, she explores the relationships between forests, local communities, and ourselves. From designing treehouses that respect the land they stand on to building a global community through authenticity rather than advertising, she shares why today’s travelers aren’t searching for more — they’re searching for meaning. At its heart, this episode is a reminder that belonging isn’t something we build from scratch; it’s something we return to. 【Her Story】 Growing up with a global experience to building a brand Building Treeful Treehouse around the concept of coexistence with nature, from architecture and energy systems to daily guest experience How Treeful gained international attention (CNN, National Geographic, and Vogue — just to name a few!) through authentic storytelling and word of mouth, without paid advertising Designing experiences for travelers seeking something different from conventional hotel stays. 加入會員，支持節目： https://careher.firstory.io/join留言告訴我你對這一集的想法： https://open.firstory.me/user/cky6u8bgpwpn00858w0xrike6/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

在日本生活近十年的 Cath，待過高端旅館、做過一對一的精緻服務，也在東京成為 Airbnb Superhost，甚至為了研究里程與移動的節奏，飛到能讓朋友聽了都覺得瘋的程度。這些看似不相連的經驗，卻在一路累積中，悄悄塑造了今天的她——敏銳、穩定，又極懂得「把人照顧好」。 回到台灣後，她投入OnlyOne Travel，選擇帶旅人前往心理距離最遠的目的地：非洲與中南美洲。Cath 常說，旅行不是逃離，而是讓人離開日常，也讓人重新看見自己的路。在帶團的旅程中，她看見旅人從觀光走向價值、從收集景點走向文化深度，也更堅信，有些與世界相遇的方式，是只有在願意放慢、走得更遠時，才會發生。 而在高壓現場、突發狀況、跨文化溝通裡，她練就了自己解決情緒的心法。那份淡淡的 chill，是在無數次臨場判斷、安撫人心與快速決策之後，留下來的專業餘裕。準備好和 Cath 探索透過旅遊領悟的人生點滴了嗎？ 【在這集聽她說】 改變她人生軌跡的 dots：從日本生活現場到里程修行，哪些決定造了現在的她。當日本成為舒適圈，她為什麼選擇帶人走向非洲與中南美洲？在高壓現場依然 chill：她如何應對突發狀況與高張力的客訴溝通。  加入會員，支持節目： https://careher.firstory.io/join 留言告訴我你對這一集的想法： https://open.firstory.me/user/cky6u8bgpwpn00858w0xrike6/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

For Janet Cheung, every space begins with a feeling. Born in Sydney, raised in Hong Kong, and now based in Singapore, she brings a global rhythm to design. As Studio Principal at Peter Silling and Associates, Janet has spent over fifteen years shaping hospitality experiences that move people, from grand hotels and casinos to quiet cocktail bars that hum with intimacy. To her, design is emotional choreography, a song written in light, texture, and rhythm. A place, she says, should guide you like music does: through arrival and build-up, pause and reveal — each note drawing you closer, not just to the space, but to the people within it. In this conversation, Janet shares how thoughtful design can help us linger a little longer, build connection, and even heal. From the memories that spaces hold to the universal truths that transcend culture, she reminds us that behind every great interior is a story that stays with you long after you’ve left. [Her Story] 1. How living across Sydney, Hong Kong, and Singapore shaped her global eye for design 2. She describes every project as a song, layered, intimate, and unforgettable 3. A glimpse into some of the signature spaces she’s crafted 4. Why the future of design and luxury is rooted in emotional sustainability, in how a space can comfort and heal 加入會員，支持節目： https://careher.firstory.io/join 留言告訴我你對這一集的想法： https://open.firstory.me/user/cky6u8bgpwpn00858w0xrike6/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

從侍酒師的語言，重新理解「茶」。 在這一集裡，洋洋帶我們以全新的感官體驗走進茶的世界。從香氣、丹寧到口感，她形容茶就像酒一樣，能與餐食產生深刻的對話，也能在每一次品味中折射出人的心境。 對她而言，茶席不只是品茗的場域，更是人與自己對話的媒介。透過沖泡的節奏，我們學會慢下來、感知味覺的細微變化。茶與身體的互動，甚至會因為天氣與心境而改變茶的風味，而這正是茶之為物，最迷人的地方。 她也分享了「薢菟HuTu茶館」的誕生契機，對洋洋來說，現代的茶文化有一種療癒的力量，它提醒我們回到當下，放過自己。在節目的最後，她也悄悄透露了自己最喜歡的一款茶，以及每天與茶相伴的習慣。   【在這集聽她說】 如何用侍酒師的語言，重新詮釋茶的香氣與層次茶，如何在現代生活中成為安定與力量的來源那個讓她創立「蔛菟茶館」的契機與心境轉折茶帶給女性的啟發和新趨勢 加入會員，支持節目： https://open.firstory.me/user/cky6u8bgpwpn00858w0xrike6 留言告訴我你對這一集的想法： https://open.firstory.me/user/cky6u8bgpwpn00858w0xrike6/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

What does it mean to power a country — or a conversation? In this episode, Sandra Helayel, Director of International Affairs and Sustainability at GE Vernova, brings a deeply personal perspective to the global energy transition. Coming from Lebanon, where electricity still isn’t available 24/7, she witnessed firsthand how energy access defines daily life. Today, she works on the world stage, shaping energy policy and building partnerships that push for sustainable, scalable solutions. Sandra explains why energy is the backbone of development — from hospitals and schools to the technology we use every day. While headlines often focus on climate or innovation, she reminds us that millions still live without stable electricity, and that true progress means meeting countries where they are — whether that’s electrification or decarbonization. She also shares behind-the-scenes insights from COP28, where she championed stronger collaboration between governments and the private sector. And as one of the few women in leadership in a traditionally male-dominated industry (women still represent only about 20% of the energy workforce), Sandra speaks candidly about the gender gap in energy — and why she’s pushing for more diverse voices to lead the sector forward. This is a conversation about energy, yes — and it’s also about impact, equity, and powering a brighter future. 【Her Story】 Career in Energy: her reflectionsHow policy and business must align for impactBehind the scenes at COP28Women in the energy sector  Support this show: https://open.firstory.me/user/cky6u8bgpwpn00858w0xrike6 Leave a comment and share your thoughts: https://open.firstory.me/story/cm9jmhw3w0k0m01tlcuu2ff5k?m=comment Powered by Firstory Hosting

Imagine a fine wine merchant that has an established history and culture of 170 years, and a clientele from all around the world – innovation probably isn’t the first word that comes to mind. Yet for Alice, the Director of Private Client Sales at Lay & Wheeler, she still describes the company as “a start up that’s 170 years old.” How do they continue to rejuvenate and inspire the roads ahead? Tune in to hear Alice as she shares her journey into the wine industry, her insights into the evolving world of wine collecting, and her observations on the dynamic Asian wine markets. 【Her Story】 Alice’s career into fine wine industryEvolving trends in wine collectingAsia’s unique wine preferencesPower of storytelling in wineLay & Wheeler’s 2025 and beyond  Support this show: https://open.firstory.me/user/cky6u8bgpwpn00858w0xrike6 Leave a comment and share your thoughts: https://open.firstory.me/user/cky6u8bgpwpn00858w0xrike6/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

When it comes to mentorship at the workplace for women - what comes to mind? Professional suits? Intense conversations? Well with CAREhER’s Mentor Her program, there’s no shortage of meaningful exchanges, but the most “intense” sparks come from members’ courage to share their authentic views, their vulnerabilities, and their openness to learn from one another. Join our well loved and respected mentors, Jennifer and Gwen, to hear how they bond with mentees over their shared love for whiskey and wine, or food – and how both of them give and learn from this community of emerging women leaders. 【 Their Mentor Her Story 】 Why Mentor Her?Group mentoring: new dynamicsReverse mentoring? What’s in it for the mentors?Advice to their younger selves Support this show: https://open.firstory.me/user/cky6u8bgpwpn00858w0xrike6 Leave a comment and share your thoughts: https://open.firstory.me/user/cky6u8bgpwpn00858w0xrike6/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

養大一個孩子需要全村之力，照顧老人也需要整個社會同行，在變老的路上，伊甸希望能成為長輩和照顧者的夥伴。從日間照顧、居家服務到家庭照顧者支持者服務，邀你和伊甸一起用愛，讓長輩們可以安心、放心、開心生活。 https://fstry.pse.is/8lajmv —— 以上為 Firstory Podcast 廣告 —— Phyllis set a world record of selling the most expensive dinosaur, at US$44.6 million. Her story was covered in The New York Times as well as The Telegraph from the UK. Her role as an auctioneer at Sotheby is both… a little mysterious, but certainly exciting. Join us to hear her story on the path less traveled, her Taiwanese American heritage, but also as she shares the secrets behind how she commands the room and the intensity that’s part of the job. 【In this episode】 Story behind ‘The Woman Who Sold the World’s Most Expensive Dinosaur’Phyllis’s career into a seasoned auctioneer What it takes to command the room How technology and social media impacted the auction fieldFemale artists we should be on the lookout for Support this show: https://open.firstory.me/user/cky6u8bgpwpn00858w0xrike6 Leave a comment and share your thoughts: https://open.firstory.me/user/cky6u8bgpwpn00858w0xrike6/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

想要水光肌先把毛孔清乾淨！AQUALABEL水之印「胺基酸酵素洗顏蜜」無泡凝膠溫和分解毛孔髒污，敏弱肌也OK。洗後搭配經典5D彈力霜，一套搞定保濕彈潤。現在增量版限時 85 折，快入手養出居家水光肌！ https://fstry.pse.is/8lf5va —— 以上為 KKBOX 與 Firstory Podcast 廣告 —— 妳不可能沒注意到這場 AI 的浪潮已席捲我們生活；從手機上的語音助手、圖片編輯工具，到無人車和醫療診斷，AI 技術已不再是未來的夢想，並切切實實融入我們的日常。而 CK 老師身為 NVIDIA AI 技術中心台灣區技術負責人，站在浪頭之上，這次會和我們用深入淺出的方式帶出他對產業的觀察，如影像辨識、醫療影像、自駕車等領域，甚至進入虛擬世界的建構，並分享他自己學習的各種渠道。如果連最專業的產業先鋒都要不斷學習了，妳我又有什麼理由不？準備啟程，和我們一起踏入 AI 的世界吧！ 【在這集聽他說】 CK 老師從大學物理到 NVIDIA 的職涯黃仁勳預言未來每個人都有 AI 助理，將徹底改變我們的工作和生活方式NVIDIA 的 Inference Microservice、Digital Twins、Omniverse、及 NeMo Framework 等 AI 技術，讓我們的日常生活變得更有趣和高效隨著 AI 技術的發展，我們應該注意哪些倫理問題和未來挑戰？除了「開始動手練習最重要」之外，妳還該關注些什麼 AI 的學習管道 Support this show: https://open.firstory.me/user/cky6u8bgpwpn00858w0xrike6 Leave a comment and share your thoughts: https://open.firstory.me/user/cky6u8bgpwpn00858w0xrike6/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

「這個時代的劇本，就用這個時代的鏡片來讀。」—— 蔡司智銳鏡片代言人 謝盈萱 2026.1.1 – 3.31馬年奔騰智選登錄抽活動詳情與登錄請見 https://fstry.pse.is/8ltvab #蔡司智銳鏡片系列#蔡司優視力體驗 —— 以上為 KKBOX 與 Firstory Podcast 廣告 —— 妳知道狗狗們都有與生俱來、已經寫進他們 DNA 裡的使命嗎？ CAREhER 因為愛狗愛到辦公室常不小心變成主人放風時狗狗的托兒中心，這次也開心邀請到寵物教育品牌 The Doggy Lab 犬研室的創辦人 Edward 來和我們分享，當我們真正理解狗狗時，牠們將成為更快樂、更平衡的生活同伴。就像每位成功的女人，都有強大的 support net，毛孩子不僅是療癒妳的重要支柱，妳也身兼牠們照護者的重要責任。今天，除了聽 Edward 和我們分享他獨特的創業旅程（有愛心又有耐心的男人很帥！），他也會幫助我們學習，如何更好地照顧我們生命裡重要的毛寶貝。 【在這集聽他說】 Edward：走上訓犬師這職業道路學習不同的訓練方法，並將這些寶貴的國際經驗帶回台灣如何創立 The Doggy Lab 犬研室探討狗狗從工作犬到家庭伴侶的角色轉變，滿足狗狗的自然需求促進幸福感台灣和國外在狗狗訓練及公共空間的人寵共融差異 Support this show: https://open.firstory.me/user/cky6u8bgpwpn00858w0xrike6 Leave a comment and share your thoughts:https://open.firstory.me/user/cky6u8bgpwpn00858w0xrike6/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

挺你所想！與你一起生活的銀行 中國信託行動銀行APP全新聯名主題登場 三大超萌IP：反應過激的貓、無所事事小海豹、貓貓蟲咖波 主題自由切換，快來中信銀行APP打造你的專屬體驗 立即搜尋>中國信託行動銀行APP 體驗主題> https://fstry.pse.is/8m4lvq —— 以上為 Firstory Podcast 廣告 —— Kei Chen's journey into the modeling industry began unexpectedly during college in Tokyo, when a friend suggested she join a modeling agency seeking bilingual talent. Despite lacking prior industry experience, Kei quickly adapted and has since thrived in modeling management. Growing up in Kuala Lumpur's multicultural environment while being half Taiwanese, Kei developed a deep appreciation for diverse cultures, which she now leverages to help her talents succeed both in Japan and globally.  Crossover Japan’s management style diverges from traditional transactional methods, focusing on integrating diverse perspectives from different industries into the modeling world. With this approach, Kei creates new synergy while building long-lasting relationships, and encourages her artists to embrace their uniqueness. She believes that while appearance is important for certain brands, the personal values and opinions of talents are paramount.  With social media lowering barriers to fame and influence, Kei stresses it’s even more critical for artists to remain authentic while remembering they have more social responsibility to be role models with their platforms and influence. Looking ahead, she envisions greater diversity and women leadership in the talent management industry, emphasizing the need for support systems, compassion, and “seeing people for who they are, not just what they are.”   【 In this episode 】 How Kei began her career Establishing trust with her team and talents Kei’s entrepreneurial journeyWhy diversity? Future of women leadership in talent management Support this show: https://open.firstory.me/user/cky6u8bgpwpn00858w0xrike6 Leave a comment and share your thoughts: https://open.firstory.me/user/cky6u8bgpwpn00858w0xrike6/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

Imagine starting a new job at a company grappling with internal sexual harassment allegations, a major license revocation in a key market, a data security breach and many other legal woes: all the above were true when Tony walked into his first day as Chief Legal Officer at Uber. Fast forward seven years later, we caught Tony at his Asia tour — connected by one of CAREhER’s very own member — so we could hear this story first hand, and learn from his journey at Uber to turn around one of the most tarnished reputations in the business world, but most importantly, one that re-shaped the workplace culture of its 20,000+ employees at the time, with millions more of customers whose safety they had to protect. 【 Discussed in this episode 】 How’s Tony called to the job to re-build Uber’s culture?Rebuilding Uber’s culture from the ground upEmpowering his team to scale and influence Building authentic connections with your community The Best Supporting Actor in Tony’s family of strong women goes to? Support this show: https://open.firstory.me/user/cky6u8bgpwpn00858w0xrike6 Leave a comment and share your thoughts: https://open.firstory.me/user/cky6u8bgpwpn00858w0xrike6/comments Powered by Firstory Hosting

「這個時代的劇本，就用這個時代的鏡片來讀。」—— 蔡司智銳鏡片代言人 謝盈萱 2026.1.1 – 3.31馬年奔騰智選登錄抽活動詳情與登錄請見 https://fstry.pse.is/8ltvab #蔡司智銳鏡片系列#蔡司優視力體驗 —— 以上為 KKBOX 與 Firstory Podcast 廣告 —— 在台灣鬱鬱蔥蔥的茶園風景中，一個關於傳承、創新、同時不缺乏創業浪漫的故事正在展開： 跟隨 Mikey 從紐約設計師到先鋒茶農的轉型之旅，我們發現原來在看似輕描淡寫的創意裡，卻有他獨特對於打造品牌和平台的想法（和打法），將傳統與現代融為一體，與世界分享台灣文化品味的企圖心。有一天，世界會像聽到 sake 就想到日本、聽到 soju 就想到韓國，聽到 chajiu 就想到台灣？ 【在這集聽他說】 從那塊雙溪的小茶園開始培養第一群忠實的支持者怎麼讓世界像聽到 sake 就想到日本、聽到 soju 就想到韓國，聽到 chajiu 就想到台灣？不只是單一品牌：成為茶酒界的台積電不久的將來，我們對茶酒可以有何期待？ 【閱讀這集】https://careher.net/mikey_chen/ 【成為 CAREhER 會員】https://careher.net/new-membership/ Support this show: https://open.firstory.me/user/cky6u8bgpwpn00858w0xrike6 Leave a comment and share your thoughts: https://open.firstory.me/story/clx2oma2x09sp01x7e27vcnr3?m=comment Powered by Firstory Hosting

「這個時代的劇本，就用這個時代的鏡片來讀。」—— 蔡司智銳鏡片代言人 謝盈萱 2026.1.1 – 3.31馬年奔騰智選登錄抽活動詳情與登錄請見 https://fstry.pse.is/8ltvab #蔡司智銳鏡片系列#蔡司優視力體驗 —— 以上為 KKBOX 與 Firstory Podcast 廣告 —— 睽違一段日子，在米其林三星餐廳 ODETTE 工作的 Lesley 已經從助理侍酒師晉升為首席侍酒師，還斬獲數個國際大獎！她娓娓訴說自己心境的轉變；儘管對「美酒」這個工作的熱情始終如一，她卻分享，現在的她更注重聆聽和觀察客人的需求，而不是強加艱深的專業輸出，反而對於為每一位客人提供難忘的體驗有更深的體悟。這種照顧人的心，成了她取得成功的秘訣，也更是她認為女性加入餐飲界的好契機。一起再度來聽她說故事，並且發現，原來，紅酒是絕佳打開話題並促進聯繫的好工具。 【在這集聽她說】 台灣女兒，居然代表新加坡贏得法餐大獎！ Lesley 所開啟的 sommelier 之路從助理到首席侍酒師：從自己，到帶領團隊並統整所有細節察言觀色的觀察力和設身處地，來加強與「人」的連結米其林三星或不三星 – 透過服務來創造難忘的回憶和體驗專業女性在餐飲界，主動積極培養國際能見度 【閱讀這集】https://careher.net/ep-130-lesley-liu/ 【成為 CAREhER 會員】https://www.careherticket.net/zh-TW Powered by Firstory Hosting

Is AI a "boy's or a girl's" job? To Debra Bell, Vice President at Micron, AI is a "new" job -- so the undefined nature is precisely what makes it a great opportunity to lower the entry barrier and narrow the gender gap in STEM education and profession. In this episode, hear Debra's journey in the tech space as she grew, expanded her roles and leadership; her warmth and sincerity is surely infectious that won the hearts of our audience from the IWD Summit and equally today. 【Discussed in this episode】 Debra’s journey 20 years ago and nowRealizing visibility and working towards visibilityBeing a leader and scaling influence in a male dominated industryWill AI take our jobs?AI trends women should get involved with 【閱讀這集】https://careher.net/ep-129-women-in-ai-micron-debra-bell/ 【成為 CAREhER 會員】https://www.careherticket.net/zh-TW Powered by Firstory Hosting