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Chronicles of Old Singapore

Loh KS
Singapore
Potong Pasir
Changi Village
Duxton Road
Singapore Football
Keong Saik Road
HDB
Chiam See Tong
Kampong Chai Chee
RAF Changi
Lee Kuan Yew
Asian Youth Championships
Brothels
Wu Chuen Chuen
Singapore History
Kampong
Chinatown
Irene Hoe
Oral History
Longsai

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. Raymond Tan talks about working as a lab technician at Methodist Girls School for many years, the interesting places in the area around Mt. Sophia (today’s Dhoby Ghaut), and why he finally resigned. He also rec... more

Welcome to Chronicles of Old Singapore. Leng Ng Tai recounts his childhood in the staff quarters of the Singapore Harbour Board where his father worked as a fitter. He dropped out of secondary school to join the engineering apprenticeship scheme at t... more

Welcome to Chronicles of Old Singapore. Kan Seng Chut joined the Singapore Harbour Board’s apprentice programme in 1962 as locals began to replace the expatriate engineers. He talks about his determination to become the chief engineer of a ship and t... more

Welcome to Chronicles of Old Singapore. Social historian Stephen Dobbs takes us back to the old Singapore River prior to the cleanup. He traces the social history of the river which was his PhD study in the early 1990s – the endemic pollution which s... more

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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
Indra Iswaran
A pioneering woman in the Ceylon Tamil community, involved in historical documentation and community leadership.
Episode: Indra Iswaran – Ceylon Tamils of Singapore & Malaya Part 3 | Chronicles of Old Singapore
John Solomon
Historian and author focusing on caste and the Indian diaspora history
Author of Disabaltern History of the Indian Diaspora
Episode: John Solomon – Caste & Untouchables in Colonial Singapore Part 1 | Chronicles of Old Singapore
Anthony Woo
Pioneer marine engineer and former marine engineering apprentice
Episode: *Anthony Woo – Old Engineering Apprentices of Singapore Part 1 | Chronicles of Old Singapore
Dr Ong Chwee Ting
A TCM physician with over 30 years of experience, specializing in bilingual patient care and food therapy.
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Episode: Ong Chwee Ting – Herbal Soups of Chinese Medicine | Chronicles of Old Singapore
Darinee Alagirisamy
A historian discussing Tamil migration and identity in Singapore
Episode: Tamils of Singapore & Tamil Nadu Part 3 – Darinee Alagirisamy | Chronicles of Old Singapore
Kenry Peh
A businessman continuing the legacy of Pek Sin Choon, a heritage tea brand in Singapore.
Pek Sin Choon
Episode: Pek Sin Choon & Nanyang Tea Part 2 – Kenry Peh | Chronicles of Old Singapore

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Dr. Loh KS
People's Historian and host, focusing on the history and heritage of Singapore through personal narratives.

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Frederick Puah – British Hainan & Restaurant Struggles | Chronicles of Old Singapore
Q: Do you think it could have been better implemented, so that it doesn't kill the FNB businesses?
COVID is something that nobody expects. It's definitely an unexpected event.
Frederick Puah – British Hainan & Restaurant Struggles | Chronicles of Old Singapore
Q: Are you referring to the restrictions on the number of diners, that kind of thing?
Precisely, yeah. And then, no dining in, remember, at one time? Totally no dining in.
Frederick Puah – British Hainan & Restaurant Struggles | Chronicles of Old Singapore
Q: Would you think you'll be moving back in future to Carmel Road?
Changes is not possible. We would rather find a place which has got more parking facilities.
Kan Seng Chut – Engineering Apprentice & Sailing the Seas Part 1 | Chronicles of Old Singapore
Q: What are the challenges of being an engineer on a ship?
Working on board a ship is akin to running a floating city, necessitating engineers to repair breakdowns without external help.
Kan Seng Chut – Engineering Apprentice & Sailing the Seas Part 1 | Chronicles of Old Singapore
Q: Can you let me know what year did you sign up for the Harbour Board apprenticeship?
Kan signed up for the Harbour Board apprenticeship in January 1962.

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The content features compelling discussions centered around the rich history and heritage of Singapore, emphasizing personal memories and stories of individuals connected to the country's past. Topics typically include cultural identity, the evolution of various communities, and significant historical events that shaped modern Singapore. Noteworthy themes include the experiences of immigrant communities, the preservation of heritage in the face of modernization, and the intricate relationships among different ethnic groups. The unique blend of personal anecdotes with historical analysis offers listeners a multifaceted view of Singapore's journey from its early days to its present-day identity, making it both informative and engaging for tho... more

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2. Stephen Dobbs
3. Abdul Rahman
4. Indra Iswaran
5. John Solomon
6. Anthony Woo
7. Dr Ong Chwee Ting
8. Darinee Alagirisamy

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