10: Ben Kheng: The Sam Willows, The BenZi Project, and the Singapore Sports School
Ben Kheng is one of the most all-rounded talents in the creative industry in Singapore. He’s most recognised as one-fourth of The Sam Willows, but you might also know him as a radio DJ, actor, comedian, or... national swimmer. If you spend time in Ben's company, you'll also realise that he’s one of the sharpest minds in the media industry. From his schooling days in the Singapore Sports School to his current work on The BenZi Project, Ben takes us behind the scenes of what it takes to be one of the foremost creatives in Singapore - buckle up for quite the journey.
9: Preetipls: Singapore’s #1 Podcast Guest
Preetipls has at various times been Singapore's #1 fashion influencer, #1 daughter, and now apparently #1 podcast guest. She famously scored E8 for her O-Level Mandarin, yet Mandarin is at the heart of her burgeoning career. Her comedy makes astute observations about our society and is at once irreverent and tongue in cheek. But in today's episode, we find out more about Preeti Nair - the person behind the character. Preeti has had to earn her success - through humour, she has overcome massive disappointment in her professional, personal, and academic lives. It all means that her comedy is comedy with a conscience; in this episode, get ready to both laugh at and question your personal beliefs.
8: Charlie Lim: Time/Space, Check-Hook, and… We Are Singapore
Charlie Lim is one of the most distinct voices in the English pop music scene in Singapore. In this episode, Charlie gives us fascinating insight into his journey, which has taken him from studying music in Melbourne to selling out shows at the Esplanade. Along the way, he has released two albums - Time/Space and Check-Hook - and even reworked "We Are Singapore" for the National Day Parade in 2018. But much like his music, Charlie is incredibly thoughtful and circumspect about his success. So strap yourselves in for a conversation that takes in hope, apprehension, and happiness in equal measure.
7: Nat Soon: The filmmaker behind Our Seas, Our Legacy
In this episode, we speak to someone who is making waves in the conservation world. Nat Soon is the filmmaker behind Our Seas, Our Legacy - a documentary series about Singaporeans who are taking steps to conserve our seas. But Nat isn't just a filmmaker - he is also a dive master, a mountaineer, a photographer who has been published in the Asian Geographic magazine, and a full-time university student! Listen out for how he manages his academics with his multiple passions. Nat is someone who doesn't let the grind get in the way of leaving an impact on society - and we all have a lot to learn from him.
6: Zachary Ibrahim: Theatre actor, movie star, nocturnal animal whisperer
We speak with Zachary Ibrahim, who is one of the freshest voices in the theatre scene in Singapore. In recent years, he has acted in multiple productions with Pangdemonium including Fat Pig, for which he was nominated for a Life Theatre Award for Best Supporting Actor in 2015. He also lit up our screens in the 2017 movie Wonder Boy. But Zach wasn't always destined to be an actor; he didn't go to acting school, for one, and also spent time as a show presenter at the Night Safari. His journey in showbiz has been as entertaining as his actual work - and he’s here to tell us all about it.
5: Weish: The Oscar-shortlisted half of the band .gif
In this episode of Bold but Gold, we speak with Weish to discover the incredible journey that she has been on over the last few years. Either with .gif or as a solo artist, Weish has performed at countless gigs including Laneway and Baybeats, opened for Tegan & Sara, appeared on the soundtrack of the Oscar-shortlisted movie Shirkers, and is now a Noise mentor. But until very recently, Weish was also a secondary school teacher. Listen out for her remarkable story about giving up her teaching career to become a full-time musician. Much like Weish's music, this episode of Bold but Gold will enthrall, entertain, and educate in equal measure.
4: Shaun Seow: Bass guitarist for JJ Lin, Wang Leehom, and more
Have you ever wondered what it takes to be a professional musician? To tour with the biggest mandopop acts? To be in demand by JJ Lin, Wang Leehom, Jackie Cheung, and others? This week's guest - Shaun Seow - has those answers and more. Shaun is a bass guitarist who has toured and recorded albums with a host of chart-topping mando- and canto-pop artists. Humble, unassuming, and introspective - Shaun defies all expectations of a rock musician, including the fact that he was a student at the National University of Singapore when he decided to drop out to follow the music…
3: Chris Hwang: The co-founder of The Golden Duck Co
Warning: This episode is sure to leave you hungry! Our guest is Chris Hwang, who is the co-founder of The Golden Duck Co - the company behind those delicious salted egg fish skin snacks; Chris is also a Forbes 30 Under 30 entrepreneur. But in this episode, you're going to hear from Chris like you've never heard him before. Chris has lost handsome sums in failed ventures, been taken for a ride by other business partners, and has had to make that momentous decision to drop out of law school...
2: Khaja Nazimuddeen: The man in charge of ALL the plants at Changi Airport
Singapore's Changi Airport is an experience like no other - it is an attraction in itself, replete with entertainment options and manicured landscapes. And in this episode of Bold but Gold we speak to Khaja Nazimuddeen, who is in charge of ALL the indoor and outdoor landscapes at Changi Airport. In his role as Head of Horticulture at Changi, Khaja is responsible for every tree, shrub, flower, butterfly, and more…
1: NEW Singapore Podcast: Bold but Gold
Bold but Gold is a podcast about Singaporeans who are taking risks to chart more adventurous paths for themselves. In each episode, Walter Wong speaks in-depth with Singaporeans who are pursuing their passions in sports, music, art, entrepreneurship, and more. We'll follow their journeys of success, hard work, despair, and dedication. Whether you're at the start of your own journey or simply curious to know more about what other Singaporeans are doing, Bold but Gold is for you - this is Singapore as you've never heard it before.