CNA938 Rewind - CYC – celebrating 90 years of heritage brand excellence
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In 'Made in SG', Melanie Oliveiro finds out about the history and staying power of heritage brand CYC, a clothing firm best known for its custom-made shirts and corporate wear. Mrs. Fong Loo Fern, Managing Director of CYC, will talk about how its story began in 1935 when it was founded by Shanghainese tailors Chiang Yick Ching, and his wife Mdm Foo Ah Neok. Celebrating CYC's 90th birthday during SG60, Fong will also discuss how Singapore's fashion and tailoring trends have evolved through the decades, and how CYC pioneered a combination of Western technology with Eastern craftsmanship in their designs.
CNA938 Rewind - How Pangdemonium is exploring the ghost town Singapore, Michigan
In 'Culture Club', Melanie Oliveiro speaks with the cast of the new Pangdemonium production 'Singapore, Michigan'. Actors Shrey Bhargava, Shu Yi Ching and Zane Haney discuss their roles in this play about two Singaporeans and an American on a quest to find the ghost town of Singapore, Michigan. What begins as a light-hearted adventure soon evolves into a journey of unexpected truths and existential reflection. Written by playwright Chong An Ong, the cast will also talk about the issues that resonated with them in this production.
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CNA938 Rewind - CYC – celebrating 90 years of heritage brand excellence
In 'Made in SG', Melanie Oliveiro finds out about the history and staying power of heritage brand CYC, a clothing firm best known for its custom-made shirts and corporate wear. Mrs. Fong Loo Fern, Managing Director of CYC, will talk about how its story began in 1935 when it was founded by Shanghainese tailors Chiang Yick Ching, and his wife Mdm Foo Ah Neok. Celebrating CYC's 90th birthday during SG60, Fong will also discuss how Singapore's fashion and tailoring trends have evolved through the decades, and how CYC pioneered a combination of Western technology with Eastern craftsmanship in their designs.
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CNA938 Rewind - The Wellness Hour - Beat insomnia without pills
Struggling to get a good night's sleep? Insomnia affects many Singaporeans and costs the economy billions every year. Hui Wong hears why pills aren't always the answer and how cognitive-behavioural therapy can help you reclaim restful nights—naturally and effectively with Julian Lim, Lead Psychologist and Co-Founder, Somnus Sleep Wellness
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