Ordinary but Unique - a podcast about being a modern man

About Ordinary but Unique - a podcast about being a modern man

A podcast about modern masculinity, personal growth, well-being, and fatherhood—told through diverse voices and experiences from around the world. Join me as I learn from different cultures and backgrounds, navigating the evolving meaning of being a modern man together. No rules, no lectures—just real conversations, shared journeys, and new perspectives.

Publisher

yenson she

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

3 Apr 2025

Latest episode

19 Oct 2025

Latest episodes

5 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   19 Oct 2025

   Ep. 4 | Hampton: The Quest for Legitimacy—On Family Legacy, Trust & Finding Your Own Path

   Host Yenson She interviews Hampton, a third-generation family office member, who explores earning trust, navigating family expectations, and finding his own path within his family's legacy.

2. 

   17 Jun 2025

   Ep. 3 | Raúl López Petisco: From Madrid to London—On Job Hunting, Friendship & Redefining Success

   Yenson interviews Raúl López Petisco, a Cambridge MBA, about navigating job hunting in London, redefining success beyond job titles, and the influence of cultural values on self-perception.

3. 

   1 Jun 2025

   Ep.02 Marco Ip – HKer Becoming a Father in the UK (廣東話)

   In Cantonese, host Yenson She interviews Marco Ip about his experiences as a first-time father who relocated from Hong Kong to London, discussing culture shock, parenting without family support, and instilling values in the next generation.

4. 

   15 May 2025

   Ep. 1 | Xavier Tang: On Identity, Confidence & Fatherhood

   In this conversation, Yenson sits down with Xavier Tang, a fellow Cambridge MBA classmate, global professional, and new father based in Toronto. Xavier shares his journey of navigating cultural identity as a first-generation immigrant, how becoming a father has reshaped his views on masculinity and success, and why emotional openness and presence matter more than ever. They dive into growing up in North America as an Asian male, struggling to fit into dominant stereotypes, and the unexpected confidence boost that came from their shared time at Cambridge. Xavier also opens up about parenting in a multicultural household, finding joy in simple family moments, and the balancing act between protecting his daughter and letting her grow. Whether you're a father, a partner, or just someone trying to figure out what it means to be a modern man today—this is a warm, reflective conversation you won’t want to miss. Chapters (00:00) Intro & Xavier’s Background Xavier’s personal and cultural background, MBA journey, and family situation. (03:06) Early Fatherhood: Challenges & Emotional Surprises How fatherhood began for him—mental preparation, decision-making, and unexpected emotional bonding. (08:20) Cultural Expression & Parenting Asian upbringing, emotional shifts, and influence from Xavier’s multicultural marriage. (14:43) Immigrant Identity & Belonging Struggles with fitting in and reconciling cultural heritage while growing up in North America. (19:19) Masculinity and Confidence Stereotypes of Asian men and reflections on how self-worth and masculine identity are shaped. (22:33) Turning Point at Cambridge & Personal Growth How the MBA experience dismantled insecurities and reshaped Xavier’s sense of self-worth. (26:01) Fatherhood: Values, Presence & Changing Perspectives Aspirations for his daughter, presence over productivity, and evolving political views. (31:01) Protecting Children in a Digital & Global World Thoughts on tech exposure, mental resilience, and building a family support system. (35:56) Opening Up & Finding Joy in the Ordinary Men and emotional expression, building trust circles, and simple fatherhood joy. (41:06) Reflections, Advice & Final Thoughts Advice to younger self, importance of letting go, and concluding thoughts on meaning and success. Keywords fatherhood, parenting, cultural influences, masculinity, emotional connection, confidence, modern man, digital future, conversations, personal growth Follow Yenson: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/yensonshe/ (https://www.instagram.com/yensonshe/) Substack - https://ordinarybutunique.substack.com/ (https://ordinarybutunique.substack.com/) Let's chat! https://calendly.com/yenson-obu/30min (https://calendly.com/yenson-obu/30min) Music from #Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/color-parade/eastward

5. 

   3 Apr 2025

   Why I Started a Podcast About Being a Modern Man

   In the inaugural episode of 'Ordinary But Unique', host Yenson She delves into the complexities of modern masculinity, exploring personal growth, fatherhood, and emotional awareness. He shares his motivations for starting the podcast, the challenges he faced in defining what it means to be a modern man, and the gaps in societal conversations surrounding masculinity. Through personal anecdotes and reflections, Yenson aims to foster genuine discussions that resonate with listeners, encouraging them to embrace their unique journeys while recognizing their shared humanity. Chapters (0:07) Introduction to Ordinary But Unique (0:52) Q1. Why starting this podcast? (3:01) Q2. What does being a modern man mean to me? (4:09) Q3. Gaps in conversations about modern masculinity (5:55) Q4. What to expect from this podcast? (7:13) Q5. My struggle as a father (8:36) Q6. What it is called "Ordinary But Unique" ? (9:38) Wrapping Up: Share Your Story Keywords modern man, masculinity, personal growth, fatherhood, emotional awareness, podcast, self-reflection, cultural perspectives, vulnerability, societal expectations Follow Yenson: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/yensonshe/ (https://www.instagram.com/yensonshe/) Substack - https://ordinarybutunique.substack.com/ (https://ordinarybutunique.substack.com/) Let's chat! https://calendly.com/yenson-obu/30min (https://calendly.com/yenson-obu/30min) Music from #Uppbeat: https://uppbeat.io/t/color-parade/eastward (https://click.pstmrk.it/3s/uppbeat.io%2Ft%2Fcolor-parade%2Feastward/vZub/Dg28AQ/AQ/e41fc4e3-35d5-49f4-a852-5fcbd1cb7fd9/4/hOfTt4DpxZ) License code: AE7OBHLPGK0UD8SO

Who has been a guest on Ordinary but Unique - a podcast about being a modern man

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Hampton
• Raúl López Petisco
• Marco Ip

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Spotify

5.0 / 5

3 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 9 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

6

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

32

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