Student Life Unplugged is a brand new podcast series where young people from around the world share their experiences in navigating student life. From Europe to Japan, Australia to Malaysia, young people exchange experiences and offer advice to each other on all aspects of their lives.

In this series we uncover where the pressure to achieve actually comes from, how important family is during these crucial years and why this next step, as daunting and scary as it can be, can also be exhilarating and life changing.

Tune in as we explore the real conversations and candid stories of students — from their academic challenges to personal triumphs and everything in between.

So if you are in your final year of school, applying to University or taking a gap year abroad Student Life Unplugged will guide you through everything you want to know.

Hear from students like Nica and Jerica in Japan, discussing the challenges of adapting to a new language and culture, or Ivy and Harrison in the UK, deliberating on the value of traditional university paths. From the heart of Bologna in Italy to the bustling cities of Malaysia, our episodes cover stories from around the world, bringing you a broad range of cultural and educational insights.

About the host

Leong Hiew is a former University Lecturer who is passionate about education. His charity project Learning with Leong was started to promote the joy of learning among adolescents. He is working towards building a positive world, to nurture communities of engaged learners for the sake of his own children and for young people everywhere.

“Student Life Unplugged” is more than just a podcast; it’s a community. Follow us to never miss an episode, and let us accompany you on this wild ride called student life.
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Take part in our podcast

If you’re passionate about sharing your student life story, we’re always looking for new voices to feature. Contact us to take part.

Student Life Unplugged is hosted by Leong Hiew, a former University Lecturer who is passionate about education. He started his social enterprise 'Learning with Leong' to promote the joy of learning among adolescents. He is working towards building a positive world, to nurture communities of engaged learners for the sake of his own children and for young people everywhere.

For more information about Leong and his project go to https://learningwithleong.com/about

If you would like to take part in the podcast, go to https://learningwithleong.com/podcast/

This podcast is produced by Elisa Kennedy