PUBLISHED July 14th, 2025 11:17 pm
In a world where hustle is currency and vulnerability often veiled in bravado, Steven Bartlett has found a way to make introspection both profitable and profound. Best known as the voice behind The Diary of a CEO – the world’s second-largest host-led podcast – this British-Nigerian entrepreneur is making his debut on the Asian stage. But don’t expect a recycled keynote. The upcoming Business and Life Tour, presented by Curious Asia and partnered by Shopify, is part therapy, part business gospel, and wholly Bartlett.
Set to take place in five of Asia’s most dynamic cities this September, the tour is more than an event. It’s a live, immersive dialogue with one of the most unfiltered and influential voices in entrepreneurship today.
2025 Tour Schedule:
- Friday, 19 September: Star Theatre, Singapore
- Sunday, 21 September: Connexion Hall, Kuala Lumpur
- Tuesday, 23 September: AsiaWorld-Expo, Hong Kong
- Friday, 26 September: The Westin, BICC Nusa Dua, Bali
- Saturday, 27 September: The Kasablanka, Jakarta
Born in Botswana, raised in Plymouth, and shaped by the internet, Bartlett’s story is one of cultural nuance and modern grit. At just 22, he co-founded Social Chain, a digital marketing juggernaut that worked with the likes of Apple and McDonald’s. By 23, he’d become a millionaire. And by 28, he was the youngest-ever Dragon on BBC’s Dragons’ Den. But fame hasn’t diluted his depth. Through his podcast, books, and investments, Bartlett continues to channel his reach toward something more meaningful: helping others live and build better.
The Diary of a CEO doesn’t just dissect business strategy, it mines the human psyche. Guests like Sir Richard Branson, Michelle Obama, and MrBeast aren’t just interviewed; they’re unraveled. It’s this blend of entrepreneurial rigor and emotional intelligence that has garnered the podcast over 40 million downloads monthly, and made it a cultural touchstone for a generation seeking clarity in chaos.
During his Asia tour, Bartlett will dive deep into topics like mindset transformation, authentic leadership, and personal empowerment. Drawing from scientific research, historical case studies, and his expansive interview archive, he offers a rare blend of practical tools and radical candour. Expect frameworks, yes, but also soul.
Presented by Curious Asia and partnered by Shopify, the tour reflects a rising demand for depth in business discourse. Shopify’s support, alongside regional players like 360&5, Sweetmag, and Wave Commerce, underscores a growing movement to support entrepreneurial innovation and growth across Southeast Asia and Hong Kong.
Each session is designed to be transformative. For startup founders, creatives, corporate changemakers, and the endlessly curious, Bartlett’s live appearance offers more than just inspiration. It’s a call to rewrite your inner narrative.
For those tired of the performative speaking circuit, Curious isn’t just a name. It’s a philosophy. And Bartlett? He’s here to make sure the questions we ask shape the lives we lead.
For more information about the event and ticket bookings, please visit: www.forthecurious.asia/steven-bartlett-asia-2025
General ticket sales begin:
- 17 July 2025, 12pm (SGT / HKT / MYT / WITA)
- 17 July 2025, 11am (WIB)