Satay Okay! – podcast from OCC Scholarship winner Noby Leong set for launch

Satay Okay!, a new podcast from OCC Scholarship winner Noby Leong and photographer and producer Philip Gibson, takes a deep dive into Malaysian food culture. Far beyond recipes, the podcast examines how key moments in Malaysia’s past are reflected in its food and culture today.

During an extensive research trip to Malaysia, supported by Noby’s OCC scholarship grant, he and Philip recorded interviews with a wide range of food writers, chefs, academics and community leaders, who shared their perspectives on one of the world’s most misunderstood cuisines.

Set for release on 24th September 2025, Satay Okay! will introduce listeners to a Malaysia they have never experienced, featuring diverse communities, cultures and stories.

 

Dr Noby Leong is a scientist, food writer and broadcaster. He was born in Malaysia, raised in Australia and now resides in Glasgow. He began his career as a research scientist, gaining a PhD in chemistry, before moving into science and food media. Noby has featured in a range of print, web, radio and television outlets including Scientific American, BBC Radio Scotland, ABC Radio and Triple J. He has also hosted food science documentaries including Catalyst – Feeding Australia and Catalyst – How Food Works (Australian Broadcasting Corporation), and featured on The Chefs’ Line (SBS and Netflix).

Philip Gibson is a Scottish photographer and producer whose work blends storytelling, history and a deep love of food. A passionate traveller and observer, he’s driven by curiosity and a desire to connect with people through the stories they tell and the meals they share. As co-host and producer of Satay? Okay!, Philip brings a documentary maker’s eye and an outsider’s perspective, capturing the textures and hidden histories behind Malaysia’s most iconic dishes—one conversation at a time.