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CNA938 Rewind - Award-Winning Author Dr Prasanthi Ram Discusses Her Popular Novel “Nine Yard Sarees”

CNA938 Rewind

In ‘Culture Club’, Melanie Oliveiro speaks with Dr Prasanthi Ram, author of the award-winning book, “Nine Yard Sarees: a Short Story Cycle". Prasanthi will talk about this debut work of fiction which comprises interlinked stories about a multigenerational Tamil Brahmin family - tracing the lives of nine women from 1950 all the way to 2019. She’ll highlight some of the stories that will take the reader from India to Singapore, Australia and even America. “Nine Yard Sarees” won the Singapore Literature Prize in 2024.

Resume Pause 36 min
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CNA938 Rewind - Exploring Singapore, One Alphabet Letter at a Time with “Max & Pax”

In ‘Made in SG’, Melanie Oliveiro speaks to the husband-and-wife team behind the book, “Max & Pax: ABC of Singapore”. This children’s book takes young readers on a colourful A-to-Z journey through Singapore, via its unique landmarks and cultural heritage. It stars Max, an adventurous child and Pax, his lovable teddy bear. Creators Dushyant Pawaskar and Agnisha Ghosh will talk about why they come up with the idea for the book and its protagonists, and how it could spark a love for reading and outdoor exploration for families.  

Resume Pause 31 mins
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CNA938 Rewind - Confetto Distils the Winning Formula for Gen Z-Inspired Social Media Marketing

In ‘Culture Club’, Melanie Oliveiro finds out what makes Gen Z social media culture tick in a rapidly evolving world. She’ll get the goods from Silvia Teh, founder of Singapore-based boutique agency Confetto which specialises in social media and content creation for brands targeting Gen Z. Teh will explain why traditional “pretty visuals” no longer capture Gen Z’s attention, the challenges SMEs face when targeting them using digital marketing, and how Confetto stays ahead of Gen Z trends.

Resume Pause 28 mins
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CNA938 Rewind - From Milan to Singapore: Vivienne Ong-Lin’s Vision for Heritage and High Fashion

In ‘Made in SG’, Melanie Oliveiro speaks with Vivienne Ong-Lin, founder of Fuchsia Lane – a Singapore-based fashion atelier that reimagines Nanyang heritage through bespoke couture and ready to wear. Ong-Lin will talk about the steps that led her to founding her very own brand in 2007. She’ll also talk about basing herself in the world’s fashion capital Milan, to train in fashion and retail at Politecnico di Milano. She’ll recall what it was like being mentored by local couture maestro Thomas Wee under a fashion incubator programme. Ong-Lin will then list her bestselling Fuchsia Lane pieces – from qipaos to bomber jackets.

Resume Pause 29 mins
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CNA938 Rewind - The Wellness Hour - The Assembly is back for a new season!

They’re back - and nothing’s off limits. The Assembly Season 2 brings back neuro-divergent Singaporeans for raw and unfiltered conversations with familiar faces. Tay Soo Sien speaks with Dynn Othman, show producer of The Assembly, and Megan and Trevor, 2 participants who wear the hat of journalists in the show. They share more about the new season and how this show has grown to be important to them.   

Resume Pause 19 mins
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CNA938 Rewind - Mind Your Money - Girls can fly too! Supporting Careers for Young Women in Aviation

In a male dominated space, how do you help young women soar in a career of aviation? Tay Soo Sien speaks to Patsy Ong and Michelle Low, the mentors behind Women in Aviation Singapore on how they’ve been running a programme to help women get their aviation careers off the ground. 

Resume Pause 16 mins
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