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Chronicles of Old Singapore

Loh Kah Seng
Singapore
Bukit Ho Swee Fire
Potong Pasir
Chinatown
Lion Dance
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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Welcome to Chronicles of Old Singapore. LTC (Retd) Mejar Singh Gill remembers his callup to National Service in 1967 and signing up as a regular in the Singapore Armed Forces. Historically-minded as always, he traces his journey to the military histo... more

Welcome to Chronicles of Old Singapore. Pamela Sandanasamy returns to the pod to talk about her roots, her wish to find out about her maternal grandparents and how this took her to India. In 2008, as part of the TV programme Muthal Payanam (First Tri... more

Welcome to Chronicles of Old Singapore. The master-apprentice system was a fixture in many trades in Old Singapore. In the 1960s, it was transitioning as the Economic Development Board’s Light Industries Services was employing sifus to train its recr... more

Welcome to Chronicles of Old Singapore. Jason Boh grew up in a Hainanese family residing in the Medical quarters of the Naval Base. His father was a fitter while his mother was a domestic servant for British families. It was a vibrant, diverse world ... more

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Jason Boh
Guest recounting memories of childhood in the Naval Base and Sembawang area
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Episode: Jason Boh – Hainanese of the Naval Base & Sembawang Part 1 | Chronicles of Old Singapore
Irene Hoe
Guest sharing memories of growing up in Dhoby Ghaut and Bras Basah areas; multiracial social milieu; heritage of old Singapore
Episode: Irene Hoe – Old Dhoby Ghaut & Bras Basah Road | Chronicles of Old Singapore
P. N. Balji
Journalist and former editor who reflects on his upbringing around the Naval Base and his career
Journalism/Media
Episode: P.N. Balji – My Parents, Delhi Road & the Naval Base Experience Part 2 | Chronicles of Old Singapore
Rajandeeren Kanayan
Guest interviewed about his memories and family history in Singapore
Episode: Rajandeeren Kanayan – Silat & Gan Eng Seng School, Blair Plain Part 1 | Chronicles of Old Singapore
Injek Abdullah Hussain
Silat expert, veteran practitioner
Seni Gayong lineage
Episode: Abdullah Hussain & Saiful Nizam – The Many Styles of Silat Part 1 | Chronicles of Old Singapore
Dr Saiful Nizam
Medical doctor and Silat practitioner
Seni Gayong lineage, Singapore
Episode: Abdullah Hussain & Saiful Nizam – The Many Styles of Silat Part 1 | Chronicles of Old Singapore
Joseph Tan
Leprosy survivor and former resident of Silra/Sun Love Home
Leprosy survivors community
Episode: Loh Kah Seng – 20 Years Interviewing Singaporeans Part 1 | Chronicles of Old Singapore
Injek Jamari
Former shipyard apprentice turned estimator and engineer, Boyanese from Singapore
Sembawang Shipyard (former), later PM/contract roles
Episode: Jamari Ahmari – The Boyanese, DSTS & Sembawang Shipyard Part 2 | Chronicles of Old Singapore
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

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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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Apple Podcasts
#93
Hong Kong/History
Apple Podcasts
#108
Singapore/History

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Irene Hoe – Old Dhoby Ghaut & Bras Basah Road | Chronicles of Old Singapore
Q: What does the area feel like to you now compared with then?
She describes a strong sense of rootedness tied to places like Dhoby Ghaut and Cathay, noting that while the physical landscape has changed, the feeling of the real Singapore remains through memories and a persistent attachment to the old streets and buildings.
Irene Hoe – Old Dhoby Ghaut & Bras Basah Road | Chronicles of Old Singapore
Q: How did having non-Chinese friends affect your social circle and worldview growing up?
Irene explains that her group was unusually mixed for the time, with European, Chinese, Indian, and Scandinavian peers, and that she valued this cosmopolitan environment as foundational to her sense of belonging.
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.

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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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5. Injek Abdullah Hussain
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