On this podcast, Singaporean entrepreneur Jack Sim talks about batik design, the origins of batik and an exhibition of batik designs (from selected submissions for the inaugural SG Batik Design Competition - under SGBatik.org).
Why should batik design be used in other ways, compared to traditional ways. In other words, open opportunities and avenues for batik-inspired designs and printing of such designs?
Why should this juxtaposition of "batik culture" and "Singapore identity" be at the forefront today?
Traditionally, batik design and specific motifs were reserved for royalty and later used to denote one's social status. They eventually evolved into diverse designs for widespread use. What are some interesting motifs in batik-inspired design that will be featured at the SG Batik Design Competition Exhibition?
Historically, certain colours in batik design were created using dyes. Fast forward to present day, it is now possible to print batik-inspired designs using modern day technology. What does this mean for the batik colour palette? How can batik appear more wearable in today's contemporary world?
Find out the answers from Singaporean entrepreneur Jack Sim. He is one of the judges for this batik design contest in Singapore, under SGBatik.org.
The SG Batik Design Competition Exhibition will be held at ION Art Gallery. Open for public viewing from September 20th to 28th, 2025.
This interview was first heard on the radio show, "NIGHTS WITH SIMON" on ONE FM 91.3, a station of SPH Media.

SG Batik Design Competition Exhibition
Venue: Level 4, ION Art Gallery, ION Orchard, Singapore 238801
Exhibition Period: Open for public viewing from September 20th until September 28th, 2025
Website: sgbatik.org
Instagram: @sgbatikcontest

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On this podcast, Simon Lim puts the spotlight on International Dancer & Choreographer, Sheena Seah. Sheena is a faculty member and founder of Danz People Singapore.
She has over 20 years of experience in the entertainment and arts industry. Sheena even moved to Hong Kong and has performed with many top Hong Kong entertainers and celebrities - including Andy Lau, Jacky Cheung, Sammi Cheng, Sandy Lam, Alex To, Leslie Cheung and Grasshopper. What was her experience like working with such big names in the Cantopop scene? What can she tell you about actor and singer Andy Lau?
How did she make her foray into dancing in Hong Kong? How did it happened for Sheena - to be able to break into the Hong Kong entertainment scene?
Who was the person who gave Sheena a major breakthrough as a dance choreographer?
Which project is she most proud of when it comes to choreographing a dance? When choreographing performers, what does Sheena look into?
Everybody has their own personal story on how they developed their interest and passion for a certain thing. Find out from Sheena how she was exposed to dancing and who inspired her.
Is Sheena Chua a self-taught dancer or did she attend dance classes? How did she further develop her skills in dancing? Sheena can teach Chinese cultural dance, jazz, hip-hop, and funk.
Get to know Sheena because she's no ordinary dancer. She had even undergone training at Broadway Dance Center in New York, USA. So what is one difference between the American way and the Asian way where dance is concerned?
What has been the most difficult thing Sheena has had to overcome in being an international dancer and choreographer?
Download this podcast for free and enjoy listening to the interview. This interview was first heard on the radio show, "NIGHTS WITH SIMON" on ONE FM 91.3, a station of SPH Media.

SHEENA SEAH
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Vinyl record collecting and the art of playing vinyl records on turntables is still very much alive in Singapore and in many parts of the world. Simon Lim puts the spotlight on Ben Chia, the Founder & Owner of Absolute Records - a vinyl record shop (Address: 6 Ubi Rd 1, #06-09 Wintech Center, Singapore 408726).
Find out how Ben Chia started this business of selling vinyl records. Ben shares why people collect vinyl records and provides you with insights to vinyl pressing (the process of creating physical vinyl records).
What is the appeal in playing vinyl records in terms of its sound experience?
In today's world, what kind of vinyl record collectors has Ben Chia met at Absolute Records?
How does Ben choose what to stock at Absolute Records?
Which is Ben's favourite vinyl record album cover?
What makes the best combination when it comes to hi-fi equipment to enjoy music from vinyl records?
Did you know that Ben Chia was a guitarist in the local band The Black Sun in the early 1990s? Driven by passion, the band members even financed their own debut album.
Get to know Ben Chia, Founder & Owner of Absolute Records on this podcast.
Download this podcast and enjoy listening to the interview.
This interview was first heard on the radio show "NIGHTS WITH SIMON" on ONE FM 91.3, a station of SPH Media in Singapore.

ABSOLUTE RECORDS
Website absoluterecords.com.sg
Instagram @absoluterecords.sg
Address: 6 Ubi Rd 1, #06-09 Wintech Center, Singapore 408726
Whatsapp/Phone Fred +65 94241721 Marc +65 91516633

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