How did Singapore feed its people - and in doing so, lay the foundation for survival and growth?

In this episode, we dive into the first decade of independence (1965 - 1975): 

The CPF housing and savings schemes that became more than just financial tools, they were a social compact.

JTC's bold industrial push, anchoring jobs and industries for a young nation.

The first Chingay parade, when celebration itself became a symbol of resilience.

This was Singapore's Demeter moment, when survival transformed into sustainability, and growth seeded in trust.

Tune in for a conversation that blends history, policy and the invisible infrastructures of dignity and pride

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In the 1980s and 1990s, Singapore wasn't just growing. It was transforming.

From the post-colonial city-state with no resources, Singapore's economic rise was engineered through bold policies, social sacrifices, and global bets.

But this leap forward came with its own questions: What was gained, what was lost, and what can we learn today?

Join us as we dive into the decades that defined Singapore's economic identity through stories of ambition, resilience, and change.

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What does it take for a nation to grow wiser?

In our very first episode of Kopi Table, we journey through Singapore's turning points from 2000 to 2020 - across two decades that tested our resilience and reshaped our society. From the SARS outbreak to the rise of social media, these years were filled with trials that demanded sacrifice, vision, and adaptation.

Like Odin giving up his eye to see deeper truths, Singapore too learned that wisdom always comes with a price. Together, we reflect on how these decades shaped our present and what they reveal about the future we're heading into.

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