Crazy Smart Asia

Unexpected stories of Asia's disruptors

Author: Tatler Gen.T

Crazy Smart Asia lifts the lid on the unexpected stories behind some of Asias boldest disruptors. Every week we talk with a young leader about the crazy-smart approaches theyre taking to achieve success and tackle some of the biggest issues facing Asia today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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When life gives you melons: racing car driver Bianca Bustamante on family, fans and fruits
Tuesday, 24 June, 2025

“I wasn’t given a racing car. I chose it. But for other girls, it’s never an option," says motorsport star Bianca Bustamante, on Crazy Smart Asia. In conversation with Tatler Gen.T’s Chong Seow Wei, the GB3 racer discusses her social media game, the sacrifices her family made to finance her dream, how racing lets her escape societal expectations and why she can no longer watch anime.00:00 Introduction to Crazy Smart Asia00:25 Meet Bianca Bustamante: Breaking Stereotypes01:30 Quick Fire Questions with Bianca03:11 Bianca's Early Racing Journey04:15 Family Sacrifices and Support08:36 Realising Racing as a Career14:20 Overcoming Financial and Pandemic Challenges17:44 The Whole Package for a Racing Driver18:31 Building a Personal Brand20:07 Challenges in the Racing Industry21:49 Gender Dynamics in Motorsport23:59 The Importance of Representation26:24 Preparing for GB3 Debut27:37 Managing Life as a Racing Driver31:20 Hobbies and Downtime33:11 Would You Do It All Again?33:56 Conclusion and Farewell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.