SINGAPORE -- In Episode #20 (Segment 2 of 3) of his podcast, Thomas Fraser talks with Kenny Chan, Store Director of the Kinokuniya bookstore chain in Singapore, about books, Singaporean authors and the literary scene in Singapore.  Chan is a champion of books and reading and a close observer of how books reflect contemporary culture in Singapore.  He also has some very interesting insights into leaders, leadership and public service in Singapore.

"With Mr. Lee [Lee Kuan Yew], my main lesson was nothing is impossible," he says.

To learn more about the Tom Fraser Podcast and to listen to additional episodes, please go to www.tlfraser.com/podcasts.

This podcast was originally published at www.tlfraser.com on December 15, 2017.

The information provided in this podcast does not constitute the provision of legal, tax or investment advice.  This information is provided for general informational purposes only.

Copyright 2015-2022 Thomas L. Fraser.  All Rights Reserved.

SINGAPORE -- In Episode #20 (Segment 1 of 3) of his podcast, Thomas Fraser talks with Kenny Chan, Store Director of the Kinokuniya bookstore chain in Singapore, about books, Singaporean authors and the literary scene in Singapore.  Chan is a champion of books and reading and a close observer of how books reflect contemporary culture in Singapore.  He also has some very interesting insights into leaders, leadership and public service in Singapore.

"With Mr. Lee [Lee Kuan Yew], my main lesson was nothing is impossible," he says.

To learn more about the Tom Fraser Podcast and to listen to additional episodes, please go to www.tlfraser.com/podcasts.

This podcast was originally published at www.tlfraser.com on December 15, 2017.

The information provided in this podcast does not constitute the provision of legal, tax or investment advice.  This information is provided for general informational purposes only.

Copyright 2015-2022 Thomas L. Fraser.  All Rights Reserved.

XIAMEN, CHINA -- In Episode #19 of his podcast, Thomas Fraser talks about the city of Xiamen and what its development represents about the future of China.  "We hear a lot about what is going on in Beijing, Shanghai and Shenzhen, but much less about cities like Xiamen," he observes.  "Where cities like Xiamen are today says a lot about where China is going tomorrow."  

To learn more about the Tom Fraser Podcast and to listen to additional episodes, please go to www.tlfraser.com/podcasts.

This podcast was originally published at www.tlfraser.com on September 21, 2017.

The information provided in this podcast does not constitute the provision of legal, tax or investment advice.  This information is provided for general informational purposes only.

Copyright 2015-2021 Thomas L. Fraser.  All Rights Reserved.

SINGAPORE -- In Episode #18 (Segment 2 of 2) of his podcast, Thomas Fraser talks with Dr. Nura Bte. Abdul Karim, Deputy Director of Research and Conservation of Singapore's Botanic Gardens, about the history of the gardens, how the gardens came to be designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site and how the gardens help promote Singapore's greater image.  Dr. Nura describes how gardens not only provide a pleasant place for research, education and recreation, but also play an important role in helping create the modern, "Garden City" image Singapore presents to the world.

It is fascinating to hear how the development of a garden can contribute to the development of a country. 

To learn more about the Tom Fraser Podcast and to listen to additional episodes, please go to www.tlfraser.com/podcasts.

This podcast was originally published at www.tlfraser.com on August 29, 2017.

The information provided in this podcast does not constitute the provision of legal, tax or investment advice.  This information is provided for general informational purposes only.

Copyright 2015-2021 Thomas L. Fraser.  All Rights Reserved.

SINGAPORE -- In Episode #18 (Segment 1 of 2) of his podcast, Thomas Fraser talks with Dr. Nura Bte. Abdul Karim, Deputy Director of Research and Conservation of Singapore's Botanic Gardens, about the history of the gardens, how the gardens came to be designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site and how the gardens help promote Singapore's greater image.  Dr. Nura describes how gardens not only provide a pleasant place for research, education and recreation, but also play an important role in helping create the modern, "Garden City" image Singapore presents to the world.

It is fascinating to hear how the development of a garden can contribute to the development of a country. 

To learn more about the Tom Fraser Podcast and to listen to additional episodes, please go to www.tlfraser.com/podcasts.

This podcast was originally published at www.tlfraser.com on August 29, 2017.

The information provided in this podcast does not constitute the provision of legal, tax or investment advice.  This information is provided for general informational purposes only.

Copyright 2015-2021 Thomas L. Fraser.  All Rights Reserved.

SINGAPORE -- In Episode #17 (Segment 2 of 2) of his podcast, Thomas Fraser talks with Kennie Ting, the Director of Singapore's Asian Civilisations Museum, about how to build a museum.  Singapore has made significant strides in recent years to encourage the development of museums and other cultural assets through a combination of government policy and government and private sector support.  The results of these policy initiatives are impressive.

Ting also discusses how he and his colleagues are approaching making the ACM more attractive to younger, more digitally-savvy museum-goers.  "Whenever we do exhibitions, [we try to make sure] they are Instagram-able," he says.

To learn more about the Tom Fraser Podcast and to listen to additional episodes, please go to www.tlfraser.com/podcasts.

This podcast was originally published at www.tlfraser.com on May 22, 2017.

The information provided in this podcast does not constitute the provision of legal, tax or investment advice.  This information is provided for general informational purposes only.

Copyright 2015-2021 Thomas L. Fraser.  All Rights Reserved.

SINGAPORE -- In Episode #17 (Segment 1 of 2) of his podcast, Thomas Fraser talks with Kennie Ting, the Director of Singapore's Asian Civilisations Museum, about how to build a museum.  Singapore has made significant strides in recent years to encourage the development of museums and other cultural assets through a combination of government policy and government and private sector support.  The results of these policy initiatives are impressive.

Ting also discusses how he and his colleagues are approaching making the ACM more attractive to younger, more digitally-savvy museum-goers.  "Whenever we do exhibitions, [we try to make sure] they are Instagram-able," he says.

To learn more about the Tom Fraser Podcast and to listen to additional episodes, please go to www.tlfraser.com/podcasts.

This podcast was originally published at www.tlfraser.com on May 22, 2017.

The information provided in this podcast does not constitute the provision of legal, tax or investment advice.  This information is provided for general informational purposes only.

Copyright 2015-2021 Thomas L. Fraser.  All Rights Reserved.

SINGAPORE -- In Episode #16 (Segment 2 of 2) of his podcast, Thomas Fraser talks with legendary investor and world traveler Jim Rogers about investing in China, the future of North Korea, the quality of life in Singapore and philanthropy.  Rogers describes several areas of investment he likes in China, including environmental cleanup, health care, tourism and agriculture.  "I am bullish on agriculture everywhere, but especially in China," he says.

Rogers is the author of several fascinating books, including "Adventure Capitalist: The Ultimate Road Trip."

To learn more about the Tom Fraser Podcast and to listen to additional episodes, please go to www.tlfraser.com/podcasts.

This podcast was originally published at www.tlfraser.com on May 12, 2017.

The information provided in this podcast does not constitute the provision of legal, tax or investment advice.  This information is provided for general informational purposes only.

Copyright 2015-2021 Thomas L. Fraser.  All Rights Reserved.

SINGAPORE -- In Episode #16 (Segment 1 of 2) of his podcast, Thomas Fraser talks with legendary investor and world traveler Jim Rogers about investing in China, the future of North Korea, the quality of life in Singapore and philanthropy.  Rogers describes several areas of investment he likes in China, including environmental cleanup, health care, tourism and agriculture.  "I am bullish on agriculture everywhere, but especially in China," he says.

Rogers is the author of several fascinating books, including "Adventure Capitalist: The Ultimate Road Trip."

To learn more about the Tom Fraser Podcast and to listen to additional episodes, please go to www.tlfraser.com/podcasts.

This podcast was originally published at www.tlfraser.com on May 12, 2017.

The information provided in this podcast does not constitute the provision of legal, tax or investment advice.  This information is provided for general informational purposes only.

Copyright 2015-2021 Thomas L. Fraser.  All Rights Reserved.

SEWARD, NEBRASKA -- In Episode #15 (Segment 3 of 3) of his podcast, Thomas Fraser talks with Jerry Meyer, Executive Director of the Nebraska National Guard Museum, about how to build a new museum.  The museum is an excellent case study about developing a small new museum.  Fraser also discusses opportunities in new museum building today.

To learn more about the Tom Fraser Podcast and to listen to additional episodes, please go to www.tlfraser.com/podcasts.

This podcast was originally published at www.tlfraser.com on March 28, 2017.

The information provided in this podcast does not constitute the provision of legal, tax or investment advice.  This information is provided for general informational purposes only.

Copyright 2015-2021 Thomas L. Fraser.  All Rights Reserved.