Rovik Robert

With special guest Ajay Govinda, Slam Poetry Enthusiast,  we explore the understated world of Singapore Poetry. From understanding our Poetic Roots to appreciating the Singapore-originating Twin Cinema format, we rhyme and vibe our way throughout the poems that have followed our narrative. Hear us actually recite some of the poems as well - our first time trying this!  Here are some of the links we mentioned: FMSR Poem by Teo Poh Leng SingPoWriMo Twin Cinema Poetry Fried Chicken by Jennifer Anne Champion old house at Ann Siang Hill by Arthur Yap --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sg-explained/support

The Laju incident is like right out of a Bond novel, only that our own hero SR Nathan is the suave personality navigating international diplomacy, terrorism and hostage negotiations all before he became President of Singapore. Join us as we delve into the epic tale and find out about the incident that started Police NS and Singapore's fight against international terrorism! This is an episode like no other. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sg-explained/support

Bet you didn't know that Singapore has a long-held farming heritage! Not only that, we're about to double down on farming the Singaporean way, with the 30 by 30 initiative to secure Singapore's food safety by 2030. It's useful to get to know how our farming culture is evolving here, including a new breed of hipster and innovative farmers. Learn more about the produce we produce in Singapore! Here are some of the farmers we talked about: Quan Fa Organic Farm Citizen Farm Comcrop Also do check out the entertaining podcast "Living It Up in the Lion City" by our good friend Rindo!  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sg-explained/support

Join Rovik and Audrey Lim, local freelancer and multi-hyphenate, as they explore the fuzzy space of freelance work, gig economics and self-employment in Singapore. This was a tough one, but we made some progress in exploring who makes up the sector (surprise: they include all those private tuition teachers) and what are some of the areas that need to be worked on to truly accommodate this shift in the economy. Audrey was such a dear to have on and she did not hold back on her insider view of the sector. This is an episode you wouldn't want to miss! Also, in my effort to cross-promote other Singaporean Podcasters, check out Screwed Up Moments by Danny Koordi! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sg-explained/support