Category: Interview

Arts, Books, By The Book, Interview, literature, Review, Singapore

★★★★☆ Book Review: Your House Will Pay by Steph Cha

A freak incident blows open old wounds and dark secrets in this novel about the destruction wreaked by fear and racism. Throughout American history, Asians have always taken the backseat when it comes to discussions of race, with the Black or Latinx community always the minorities featured at the forefront, and their issues prioritised due to their urgency. As the ‘model minority’, Asians still bear … Continue reading ★★★★☆ Book Review: Your House Will Pay by Steph Cha

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Arts, Books, By The Book, Interview, Kids, literature, Review, Singapore

★★★★☆ Book Review: Ace Agent Spycat and the Flying Sidekick by Darren Lim

Anthropomorphic felines star in this action-packed adventure. If you ever wondered what cats get up to when you’re not looking, then let your imagination run wild with Darren Lim’s new Ace Agent Spycat book series, where cats from an international spy organisation save the world, one mission at a time. In the first book of the series, Ace Agent Spycat and the Flying Sidekick, we’re introduced to our … Continue reading ★★★★☆ Book Review: Ace Agent Spycat and the Flying Sidekick by Darren Lim

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Interview, Singapore

AIA Live: An Interview with Celebrity Chef Jeremy Pang and Actor Andie Chen

On 2nd August, life insurance group AIA hosted its first ever regional online health and wellness event, spanning 13 markets and headlined by AIA’s Global Ambassador David Beckham. Over the full day online event, over 30 sessions were held to inspire, motivate and educate people across the region to promote AIA’s commitment to living Healthier, Longer, Better Lives. Not only did David Beckham open and … Continue reading AIA Live: An Interview with Celebrity Chef Jeremy Pang and Actor Andie Chen

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Interview, Singapore, The Banter

The Banter: An Interview with Benjamin Choo, Head of Discover by Circles.Life

It’s getting harder and harder for new businesses to get noticed as the startup market grows increasingly crowded as the years go by. And for Discover by local telco Circles.Life, described as a ‘startup within a startup’ by its Head, Benjamin Choo, that’s an even bigger uphill climb for the team, as they strive to make their presence known and deliver a value-added user experience … Continue reading The Banter: An Interview with Benjamin Choo, Head of Discover by Circles.Life

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Arts, Comedy, Interview, Music, Singapore

Humour Me: Laugh with Discover by Circles.Life, with an online comedy lineup this August

Looking for something new to do while at home during the pandemic? This August, let Discover by Circles.Life tickle your funny bone as they bring you your favourite local stand-up comedians, all from the comfort of your home! Following on from a July of music, Discover Originals now presents a one-night only comedy show featuring local stand-ups Jinx Yeo, Sam See, Jacky Ng, and Rishi … Continue reading Humour Me: Laugh with Discover by Circles.Life, with an online comedy lineup this August

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Arts, Interview, Music, Singapore

Learn with Discover by Circles.Life with workshops and classes on Discover Fun

Discover by Circles.Life, Circles.Life’s go-to app offering a personalised event browsing and booking experience, has announced the official launch of Discover Fun, a new category on the Discover platform that focuses on aggregating and showcasing the most interesting workshops and classes to support local workshop businesses. The main aim of Discover Fun is to provide Singaporeans with interesting options for learning a new skill and still … Continue reading Learn with Discover by Circles.Life with workshops and classes on Discover Fun

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Arts, Interview, Music, Singapore

Everything I Am: A National Day Interview with Dr Sydney Tan and He Shuming

The National Day song is something I look forward to every year. We’re probably one of the only countries that comes up with a new National Day song almost every year. With how much effort that goes into the composition and meaning behind each one, that’s something we should be proud of. And someone who knows that incredibly well is Dr Sydney Tan, music director … Continue reading Everything I Am: A National Day Interview with Dr Sydney Tan and He Shuming

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Arts, Interview, Music, Singapore

Music Is: Charlie Lim Releases ‘Room at the Table’ Taken from 2018’s ‘We Are Singapore’ Prelude

Following his contribution in updating 2018’s National Day theme ‘We Are Singapore’, singer-songwriter Charlie Lim has extended his own prelude into a full song, titled ‘Room at the Table’. The single is now out on all digital streaming platforms. An accompanying lyric video will be out in the coming weeks. ‘Room at the Table’ takes on a more vulnerable and intimate tone, and expands upon … Continue reading Music Is: Charlie Lim Releases ‘Room at the Table’ Taken from 2018’s ‘We Are Singapore’ Prelude

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Arts, Books, By The Book, Interview, Kids, literature, Review, Singapore

★★★☆☆ Book Review: Saturday’s Surprisingly Super-Duper Lesson by Jolene Tan and Isabella Tong

  Colourful tale about the joy of doodling with vibrant illustrations and a cute story.  The key to making a good children’s book often involves having both a good story and good illustrations. Bonus points if there’s a good life lesson thrown into the mix. In Jolene Tan and Isabella Tong’s Saturday’s Surprisingly Super-Duper Lesson (SSSDL), that comes in the form of a lesson on … Continue reading ★★★☆☆ Book Review: Saturday’s Surprisingly Super-Duper Lesson by Jolene Tan and Isabella Tong

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Arts, Interview, Music, Singapore

Music Is: Jason Yu releases new single Now I Know as prelude to upcoming EP

Singapore-based singer-songwriter Jason Yu announces a brand new single titled Now I Know. Having taken a hiatus since the release of his critically acclaimed single – Hearts Release in 2018, Yu’s upcoming track is a reimagining of the artiste and is the first of multiple singles from an upcoming EP. Now I Know is a song that draws from Yu’s experience of realisation, loss, and … Continue reading Music Is: Jason Yu releases new single Now I Know as prelude to upcoming EP

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