Still Singaporean
Still Singaporean is a podcast created in collaboration with the Singapore Global Network, a divsion of EDB Singapore, and run by students from the NUS Overseas Colleges program in New York City. Launched as part of SG60, this series captures the voices and stories of Singaporeans living abroad, specifically in New York City. From entrepreneurs to artists to fashion designers, we speak with Singaporeans from all walks of life to uncover their journeys, explore how their roots continue to shape them, and reflect on what it means to remain “still Singaporean” no matter where in the world the
Episodes
In the final episode of Still Singaporean, we speak with Johanna Pan, a Broadway costume designer in New York, who shares her journey from studying art and fashion during her A levels in Singapore to making her mark in the heart of the world’s theatre capital. Johanna opens up about overcoming scepticism toward her career choice, the challenges and opportunities of working in New York’s fashion and theatre scene, and her reflection...
In this episode of Still Singaporean, we speak with Chester Yow, one of the most successful Singaporean real estate brokers in New York City, who shares his unlikely journey, from studying political science to building a thriving career at Serhant, one of the city’s most prominent real estate firms. Chester reflects on his early life in Singapore, how he stays connected to home, and his wish for SG60: for Singapore to embrace and c...
In this episode of Still Singaporean, we, Jolynn Wong and Jason Lee, speak with Justin Chan, Managing Director at BlackRock, who reflects on his early life in Singapore and his unique journey, from studying at Harvard Law School and working on gas pipeline financing transactions to leading the technology law practice group at one of the world’s largest asset management firms. Justin shares candid insights into his career, practical...
In this episode of Still Singaporean, we, Joanne Hu and Jason Lee, sit down with Deborah Lee — founder of Creaturae, trauma-informed mental wellness consultant, and somatic coach.Deborah shares how her journey through an abusive marriage inspired her to dedicate her life to supporting others in their healing. We discuss her insights on the mental health landscape in Singapore versus the US, and her hopes for the future of mental he...
In this National Day episode of The Still Singaporean, we, Joanne Hu and Jason Lee, sit down with Farisha Ishak — former singer in Singapore and winner of The Final One.
Farisha shares how she made the leap from the stage to the corporate world, her aspirations for Singapore’s media industry, and the lessons she’s picked up along the way. She also lets us in on where to find her favourite lontong in Singapore! ;)
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In the very first episode of The Still Singaporean, we, Jolynn Wong and Jason Lee, sit down with Cherlynn Low, Managing Editor at Engadget, one of the top tech review platforms in the US.
Cherlynn, who moved to the US over 10 years ago, opens up about how she navigates her career, what has driven her success, and how she proudly represents Singapore in the tech world. She also shares her hopes for Singapore’s future this SG60.
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In this special intro episode, get to know the four of us — Yeo Yu Siang, Joanne Hu, Jolynn Wong, and Jason Lee! — four NUS Overseas Colleges students living in New York City and the team behind The Still Singaporean Podcast.
We share how this podcast came about, what it means to live abroad as Singaporean, and how our shared sense of homesickness connects our stories. From late night chats about missing our cheap and good hawker fo...
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