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Chronicles of Old Singapore

Loh Kah Seng
Singapore
Bukit Ho Swee Fire
Potong Pasir
Lion Dance
Chinatown
Hainanese Cuisine
Ceylon Tamils
Martial Arts
Teaching
Singapore Football
Pasir Panjang
Education
Everton Park
Medical Equipment
Lee Kuan Yew
Changi Village
Housing Development Board (HDB)
World War II
Duxton Road
British Colonialism

Welcome to Chronicles of Old Singapore. I’m Dr Loh KS, a people’s historian. I’m interested in the history of Singapore and the lives of its people. In Chronicles of Old Singapore, I speak to people about their memories of Singapore before it became a global city today. We discuss three topics: 1. People and places. 2. Change and continuity. 3. The importance of heritage. Caveat: this is a podcast... more

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欢迎来到旧新加坡记事录。 黄信勇医师记得当年装修房屋、耕种土地都是靠双手完成的。在70年代,他的家人被迫从波东巴西搬到大巴窑2巷的政府组屋。他和他的兄弟姐妹——他们都接受过华文教育——开始工作谋生。他后来成为美玲街的一名中医,至今仍在行医,同时还教气功。他说,贫穷的出身也有它的好处。

Welcome to Chronicles of Old Singapore. Physician Wong San Yong remembers how renovating the house and far... more

Welcome to Chronicles of Old Singapore. Abdullah Hussain & Saiful Nizam from the Silat Seni Gayong Naga Bura join me to trace the origins of pencak silat in the Malay world. They talk about how different styles were developed by masters called gurus,... more

Welcome to Chronicles of Old Singapore. I reflect on my oral history work spanning 20 years, beginning with leprosy survivors in 2005 and victims of the 1961 Bukit Ho Swee fire to recent interviews with shopkeepers of Chinatown and TCM physicians. Lo... more

Welcome to Chronicles of Old Singapore. Jamari Ahmari recalls taking the initiative to learn from his instructors at Sembawang Shipyard. He graduated top of his class and became an estimator, contributing to the shipyard’s commercial growth. Once, th... more

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Leng Ng Tai
Engineering apprentice turned Shell engineer; long-time Shell employee and safety lead
Shell Singapore
Episode: Leng Ng Tai – Engineering Apprentice from Naval Base to Shell Part 2 | Chronicles of Old Singapore
Gloria Kwok
Guest sharing memories of her grandmother who ran a funeral parlour on Sago Lane
Family of Gloria Kwok
Episode: Gloria Kwok – My Granny & Sago Lane, Sei Yan Kai Part 1 | Chronicles of Old Singapore
Dr Ho Nai Kiong
Guest historian discussing the Japanese occupation of Singapore
Chronicles of Old Singapore
Episode: 何乃强–战阵时期的牛车水第一集 | 旧新加坡记事录 Ho Nai Kiong – War in Chinatown Part 1 | Chronicles of Old Singapore
Marc Rerceretnam
Researcher and author of A History of Immigrant Roman Catholics and Converts in Early Singapore
Independent researcher
Episode: Marc Rerceretnam – Early Roman Catholics & Peranakans Part 1 | Chronicles of Old Singapore
Midah Jamidah
Resident of Pasir Panjang and storyteller of memory-based history
Episode: Jamidah Subardy – Kampongs of Old Pasir Panjang Part 1 | Chronicles of Old Singapore
Soh Weelian
Former resident of Potong Pasir, recall memories of kampung life and early housing transition
Episode: Soh Weelian – A Boy from Kampong Potong Pasir Part 1 | Chronicles of Old Singapore
Kan Seng Chut
An engineering apprentice who shares memories of his time at sea and the challenges faced in his career.
Episode: Kan Seng Chut – Engineering Apprentice & Sailing the Seas Part 1 | Chronicles of Old Singapore
Stephen Dobbs
Historian and author
NUS Press
Episode: Stephen Dobbs – The Singapore River & the Lightermen Part 1 | Chronicles of Old Singapore
Abdul Rahman
A resident of Kampong Cantik and a storyteller of local history
Episode: Abdul Rahman – Back to Kampong Chantek Bahru Part 1 | Chronicles of Old Singapore

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Dr. Loh KS
Host and People's Historian focusing on Singapore's history and the lives of its citizens.

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Abdul Rahman – Back to Kampong Chantek Bahru Part 2 | Chronicles of Old Singapore
Q: What role did schooling and language play in your early life in the kampong?
Abdul describes excelling in English from a young age, aided by teachers and family, which enabled him to read widely and become a bridge between communities
Abdul Rahman – Back to Kampong Chantek Bahru Part 2 | Chronicles of Old Singapore
Q: How did the move from Kampong Cantik Baru to a massing flat change your family dynamics?
The move was a culture shock but ultimately offered independence and a new way to grow, with the mother seeking an independent life for the family while the father remained more neutral about change.
Abdul Rahman – Back to Kampong Chantek Bahru Part 2 | Chronicles of Old Singapore
Q: What sparked your interest in preserving these memories through photos?
Abdul explains that photos serve as valuable proof and memory-treasures that keep stories alive for younger generations, especially since memory can be unreliable and changing landscapes erase physical reminders.
Soh Weelian – A Boy from Kampong Potong Pasir Part 1 | Chronicles of Old Singapore
Q: What was daily life like in the kampung and what changed when moving to Amokyo?
Life centered on a close-knit neighborhood with a mix of families, street-level work, and burgeoning modern amenities. The move to Amokyo brought improved housing conditions, better schools nearby, and access to electricity and water pipelines, reflecting a broader shift from kampung living to planned housing.
Soh Weelian – A Boy from Kampong Potong Pasir Part 1 | Chronicles of Old Singapore
Q: Tell us about your family background and how you came to live in Potong Pasir.
Soh describes his father as an electrical worker who migrated with his mother from China, the family settling in Potong Pasir after securing a plot of land for an Atap house; his mother, born in Singapore with Guangdong roots, grew up in a multi-dialect environment, and the broader immigration policy of the time encouraged stable settlement.

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This series offers a rich exploration of Singapore's history through the lens of personal anecdotes and memories, focusing on individual stories that illustrate the transformation of the city over time. Episodes feature guests from various backgrounds, including engineers, historians, and individuals sharing their childhood experiences in neighborhoods that have undergone significant changes. Central themes include the evolution of Singapore's maritime industry, the impact of colonization and decolonization on societal structures, and the vibrant yet sometimes painful memories tied to local heritage and identity. The storytelling approach is particularly noteworthy, as it emphasizes the subjective nature of memory and the collective history... more

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