<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><?xml-stylesheet href="https://feeds.captivate.fm/style.xsl" type="text/xsl"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:googleplay="http://www.google.com/schemas/play-podcasts/1.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0"><channel><atom:link href="https://feeds.captivate.fm/leverageasia/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><title><![CDATA[Leverage Asia Conversations]]></title><podcast:guid>333da434-7739-51a5-a42e-0a3967989fb1</podcast:guid><lastBuildDate>Sat, 14 Dec 2024 13:53:01 +0000</lastBuildDate><generator>Captivate.fm</generator><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><copyright><![CDATA[Copyright 2024 David Yi]]></copyright><managingEditor>David Yi</managingEditor><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Leverage Asia Conversations brings you in-depth discussions with Asia’s most dynamic leaders, innovators, and changemakers. Each episode uncovers the stories, strategies, and insights behind their success as they navigate the complexities of global markets, build cross-border connections, and redefine what it means to lead on the world stage.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, executive, or professional with ambitions to expand into new markets, this podcast equips you with actionable lessons and inspiring narratives to help you connect, thrive, and leave your mark.

Join us as we explore the intersections of business, culture, and ambition, and celebrate the individuals shaping Asia’s influence in the world.]]></itunes:summary><image><url>https://artwork.captivate.fm/93792dfc-bdb0-4424-8f30-9104861e327a/nF8y7Q4rdt-fWYIQdtuHSFsI.png</url><title>Leverage Asia Conversations</title><link><![CDATA[https://leverageasia.captivate.fm]]></link></image><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/93792dfc-bdb0-4424-8f30-9104861e327a/nF8y7Q4rdt-fWYIQdtuHSFsI.png"/><itunes:owner><itunes:name>David Yi</itunes:name></itunes:owner><itunes:author>David Yi</itunes:author><description>Leverage Asia Conversations brings you in-depth discussions with Asia’s most dynamic leaders, innovators, and changemakers. Each episode uncovers the stories, strategies, and insights behind their success as they navigate the complexities of global markets, build cross-border connections, and redefine what it means to lead on the world stage.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, executive, or professional with ambitions to expand into new markets, this podcast equips you with actionable lessons and inspiring narratives to help you connect, thrive, and leave your mark.

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