If Anne Can
117 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago -Are you working on making a new version of yourself? Maybe you are changing careers, moving to a different city, or becoming an empty nester. Or are you facing retirement and some harsh realities of ageing and wondering what possibilities exist? In this podcast, I talk to people who have made successful transitions, survived and thrived, and I ask them to share their inspirational stories and life lessons. Subscribe to the If Anne Can newsletter: www.ifannecan.com
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Building a Legacy Through a Passion for Running
April 10, 2023 15:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBToday’s podcast episode features the indomitable Ann Carney. Ann was trapped in a cycle of overwork and bad health habits when at the age of forty-five, knowing she had to make changes, she decided to try to run. Like many beginners, she started too fast and would have given up if it wasn’t for a serendipitous meeting with a cousin she hadn’t seen in years. He guided her through a couch to 5k, and gaining confidence; she took out an advert in the local paper. She co-founded Chorlton Runn...
From Breast Cancer to Delivering a Mission to Help Women Succeed
March 17, 2023 06:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBMy guest today is Chloe Richards, a brave and strong breast cancer survivor emerging from a period of loss and change. She is refocusing her business to deliver her mission to help women succeed in the workplace. We talk about How women struggle to describe their value in the workforce. How it's important to take the time to reflect on your success and find the words to do this in a way that feels authentic. Creating behavioural diversity in the workplace so people can communicate in a w...
Be a Waser not a Wisher with Steve Pullen MBE Judo Coach
January 23, 2023 06:00 - 33 minutes - 23.3 MBWant to be a waser reather than a wisher? Listen to this episode and I promise you will get some inspiration to get up, get out and keep going! My guest today is Steve Pullen, a judo 7th Dan and holder of the MBE for his service to blind and disabled judo. He is a coach and has guided judokas to the Olympics, Paralympics, World and European Championships. Steve heads up a group of coaches whose prime objective is to increase and expand judo teaching facilities in North West England to inte...
The Courage of Conviction From Greenham Common to the Outback
December 16, 2022 06:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MBDo you know what having the power of your convictions means? Not sure, then listen to today's episode My guest this week is Jane Lockwood; Jane is an activist who lived in Greenham Common to protest the horror of war and nuclear weapons. She has spoken at the UN and the Royal Albert Hall. She subsequently relocated to Australia, became a Head Teacher and led a national training programme. Jane is reigniting her passion for writing and talking and has contributed to two books on healing fr...
From Greenham Common to the Outback: Changing the World with Jane Lockwood
December 16, 2022 06:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBIf Anne Can's podcast is six months old, I'm very grateful to have had the opportunity to produce such a joyful project. I wish you all much cheer over the festive period, and may your dreams come true in 2023. My guest this week is Jane Lockwood; Jane is an activist who lived in Greenham Common to protest the horror of war and nuclear weapons. She has spoken at the UN and the Royal Albert Hall. She subsequently relocated to Australia, became a Head Teacher and led a national training prog...
The Mindset of a Olympian; Life After Competition
December 09, 2022 06:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MBMy guest today is Rowena Birch, an Olympic and European judo champion. Rowena is also the current president of the British Judo Association. Outside of judo, Rowena has coached at elite levels across many sporting disciplines and corporate leadership. She has retrained as a financial advisor and now runs her own business. Rowena talks about how she coped with not being selected for the Barcelona Olympic games by prioritising her training and reorganising her life to maximise her focus. Se...
A Reflection on Bravery
November 18, 2022 06:00 - 22 minutes - 15.2 MBIn this episode, I change our standard interview format and reflect upon the concept of bravery. Not being a brave person myself, I've been inspired by the bravery of my guests, and this episode features two astonishingly courageous women. The first is Angela Bently, a certified Wim Hof instructor who channels her passion for the cold to support people with their physical, mental and emotional health. Angela works tirelessly to overcome her anxiety to become a beacon and guide to those w...
Overcoming Loss to Found a Social Enterprise
November 04, 2022 06:00 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MBMy guest today is Oonagh McDonnell, the founder of It's Her, a social enterprise based in Manchester that researches, develops and delivers collaborative and engaging activities, courses and workshops that support women and help them change their narrative. Oonagh's story is rooted in adapting to adversity and overcoming loss, beginning with her mother's death when she was eight years old, which left her feeling responsible for three younger siblings. After studying at Manchester Univers...
Rambling, The Kinder Mass Trespass and a Garden in a Viaduct.
October 21, 2022 05:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MBIn this episode, we celebrate the importance of accessing green space and consider the historical actions of others and how these actions made it possible for us to enjoy the ability to ramble in the countryside. These conversations were recorded over the Kinder Mass Trespass 90th anniversary weekend in the High Peaks of Derbyshire in Hayfield village hall. I want to thank Joss Underwood from the Tent People, who organised a fantastic pop-up event on the village green in Hayfield and gener...
Rambling, The Kinder Mass Trespass and a Garden in a Viaduct.
October 21, 2022 05:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MBIn this episode, we celebrate the importance of accessing green space and consider the historical actions of others and how these actions made it possible for us to enjoy the ability to ramble in the countryside. These conversations were recorded over the Kinder Mass Trespass 90th anniversary weekend in the High Peaks of Derbyshire in Hayfield village hall. I want to thank Joss Underwood from the Tent People, who organised a fantastic pop-up event on the village green in Hayfield and gener...
Networking with Joy: Sue France and Voices from her Community
October 06, 2022 22:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBSue France helps women in business make the best connections and is the founder of sue France Creative Connecting in Cheshire. She says, " I instinctively know who to match with who, and every day there is a new success story within my group." She has lovingly built a tribe of interconnected women who joyously build relationships. I joined Sue at one of her networking events held at Kelsall Hill Equestrian Centre and chatted with her to learn more about her thoughts about networking, and ...
Making an Event Special: Toni Dudsak
September 30, 2022 05:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBMaking an event Special My guest today is Toni Dudsak, a business leader currently working as the Executive Director of the Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce in New York. Toni is a force of nature with tremendous energy, and this, combined with her strategic insight, ensures any organisation she is associated with is propelled to new heights. Toni also has the gift of organising elegant, fun events that flow beautifully without a hint of stress or sloppiness. Here are some of the highlights ...
Making an Event Special: Toni Dudsak
September 30, 2022 05:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBMaking an event Special My guest today is Toni Dudsak, a business leader currently working as the Executive Director of the Luxembourg Chamber of Commerce in New York. Toni is a force of nature with tremendous energy, and this, combined with her strategic insight, ensures any organisation she is associated with is propelled to new heights. Toni also has the gift of organising elegant, fun events that flow beautifully without a hint of stress or sloppiness. Here are some of the highlights ...
Overcoming Adversity: Alka Chandiramani
September 23, 2022 05:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBAlka Chandiramni is a global mobility specialist who provides deeply trusted assistance to companies and individuals, helping to ensure that a move to another country is successful for everyone. In Alka's professional life, she is the one who offers advice and has the answers. This podcast explores how we can all deal with the inevitable times when we face adversity. Creating a roadmap to visualise the road ahead Dealing with people who are not at their best Helping people see outside t...
Recognising Your Secret Sauce : Kate Pollitt
September 16, 2022 05:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBMy guest today is Kate Pollitt, a business coach gifted at helping others to get out of their jars to see what is written on their labels. We talk about how time is finite and how important it is to recognise what makes you unique and connect with what lights you up. Once you do this, especially if you have a light touch and have faith in yourself, you make better choices in all aspects of your life. Recognising what makes people and businesses different - using this as the bedrock of...
Being a Good Neighbour: Tina Kirwin-McGinley
September 02, 2022 05:00 - 34 minutes - 23.4 MBMy guest today, Tina Kirwin-McGinley, is a teacher of the deaf and has worked in schools in Manchester for over thirty years. She is also a swimmer, cyclist and dear friend to many. We could talk about all of the above attributes, but I want to focus on Tina's gift for making life better for everybody by always leaving a place better than how she found it. We talk about - Taking responsibility for things that are broken in the local neighbourhood; The Planters Project Noticing what is...
Making A Better Neighbourhood: Tina Kirwin-McGinley
September 02, 2022 05:00 - 34 minutes - 23.4 MBMy guest today, Tina Kirwin-McGinley, is a teacher of the deaf and has worked in schools in Manchester for over thirty years. She is also a swimmer, cyclist and dear friend to many. We could talk about all of the above attributes, but I want to focus on Tina's gift for making life better for everybody by always leaving a place better than how she found it. We talk about - Taking responsibility for things that are broken in the local neighbourhood; The Planters Project Noticing what is...
A Home Somewhere: Sandra Phinney
August 26, 2022 05:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBMy guest today is Sandra Phinney, and she has lived many lives, from teaching to social work to owning a music store and farming. Now in her 70s, Sandra is earning her living as a writer and has no intention of retiring. She lives off-grid with her husband on the Tusket River outside the town of Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada, in a place called Caanan, population eleven. They built their own home twenty years ago, the roof still stands, and their marriage survived. One of Sandra's greate...
At Home Somewhere: Sandra Phinney
August 26, 2022 05:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBMy guest today is Sandra Phinney, and she has lived many lives, from teaching to social work to owning a music store and farming. Now in her 70s, Sandra is earning her living as a writer and has no intention of retiring. She lives off-grid with her husband on the Tusket River outside the town of Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada, in a place called Caanan, population eleven. They built their own home twenty years ago, the roof still stands, and their marriage survived. One of Sandra's greate...
A Home on the River: Sandra Phinney
August 26, 2022 05:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBMy guest today is Sandra Phinney, and she has lived many lives, from teaching to social work to owning a music store and farming. Now in her 70s, Sandra is earning her living as a writer and has no intention of retiring. She lives off-grid with her husband on the Tusket River outside the town of Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada, in a place called Caanan, population eleven. They built their own home twenty years ago, the roof still stands, and their marriage survived. One of Sandra's greate...
Finding Home: Tina Devine
August 19, 2022 05:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBTina Devine is a traveller, free spirit and coach. She has lived in ten different countries and has learned to be comfortable with change and making a home in other places. We are exploring the concept of home, especially if we deal with change. We discuss what home means and how gaining a better understanding of yourself will lead to better choices when dealing with the upheaval of finding or being in a new home. Making a home You can make a home even if you are only a resident for a...
At Home Anywhere: Tina Devine
August 19, 2022 05:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBTina Devine is a traveller, free spirit and coach. She has lived in ten different countries and has learned to be comfortable with change and making a home in other places. We are exploring the concept of home, especially if we deal with change. We discuss what home means and how gaining a better understanding of yourself will lead to better choices when dealing with the upheaval of finding or being in a new home. Making a home You can make a home even if you are only a resident for a...
A Home Anywhere: Tina Devine
August 19, 2022 05:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBTina Devine is a traveller, free spirit and coach. She has lived in ten different countries and has learned to be comfortable with change and making a home in other places. We are exploring the concept of home, especially if we deal with change. We discuss what home means and how gaining a better understanding of yourself will lead to better choices when dealing with the upheaval of finding or being in a new home. Making a home You can make a home even if you are only a resident for a...
Inspirational Expectations: Mindy Cowap founder of the M Project
August 11, 2022 16:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBMy guest today is Mindy Cowap, founder of the M Project and a finalist of the 2022 Enterprise Vision Awards Inspirational Woman of the Year. Seven years ago, after her mother's devastating subarachnoid haemorrhage, Mindy felt lost and decided to improve her health and vitality. The experience was transformational and Mindy felt compelled to share her rejuvenation with others. We talk about Finding who we are supposed to be The joy of discovering strength and capability. Developin...
Aging Stronger: Mindy Cowap Founder of the M Project
August 11, 2022 16:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBMy guest today is Mindy Cowap, founder of the M Project and a finalist of the 2022 Enterprise Vision Awards Inspirational Woman of the Year. Seven years ago, after her mother's devastating subarachnoid haemorrhage, Mindy felt lost and decided to improve her health and vitality. The experience was transformational and Mindy felt compelled to share her rejuvenation with others. We talk about Finding who we are supposed to be The joy of discovering strength and capability. Developin...
Aging Stronger: Mindy Cowap Founder of the M Project
August 11, 2022 16:00 - 25 minutes - 17.4 MBMy guest today is Mindy Cowap, founder of the M Project and a finalist of the 2022 Enterprise Vision Awards Inspirational Woman of the Year. Seven years ago, after her mother's devastating subarachnoid haemorrhage, Mindy felt lost and decided to improve her health and vitality. The experience was transformational and Mindy felt compelled to share her rejuvenation with others. We talk about Finding who we are supposed to be The joy of discovering strength and capability. Developin...
Hold On Pain Ends: Naomi Gilmour
August 05, 2022 18:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBHold On Pain Ends: Naomi Gilmour: Motivational Speaker, Business Woman and Suicide Prevention Advocate If you are lucky enough to live into mid-life and beyond, you will likely have experienced some profound loss. My guest this week, Naomi Gilmour, has taken the brave step of facing the debilitating grief of loss and, in the process, rebuilt her sense of self and now shares her learnings with others. Before we recorded this week’s episode Naomi and I went for an early morning dip in a lak...
Hold on Pain Ends: Naomi Gilmour
August 05, 2022 18:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBHold on Pain Ends: Naomi Gilmour: Motivational Speaker, Business Woman and Suicide Prevention Advocate Naomi has suffered much loss in her life. Her mother died when Naomi was in her early twenties, and she lost her brother to suicide. She has also experienced the highs and lows of running businesses. In today’s episode, we talk about Naomi's strategies to cope with grief and find joy in life. Naomi and I discuss How diversity and loss have shaped Naomi’s understanding of her p...
Living with Loss: Naomi Gilmour
August 05, 2022 18:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBHold On Pain Ends: Naomi Gilmour: Motivational Speaker, Business Woman and Suicide Prevention Advocate If you are lucky enough to live into mid-life and beyond, you will likely have experienced some profound loss. My guest this week, Naomi Gilmour, has taken the brave step of facing the debilitating grief of loss and, in the process, rebuilt her sense of self and now shares her learnings with others. Before we recorded this week’s episode Naomi and I went for an early morning dip in a lak...
The Difference Between Change and Transition: Kim Gowland
July 29, 2022 05:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBSome podcasts are transformational, and this is one of them for me. In today’s episode of the If Anne Can podcast, I’m talking to Kim Gowland, and she explains the difference between change and transition. A process that can be bewildering and confusing for many of us. Kim and I discuss The difference between change and transition Change is external, something happening to us, e.g. change of job or having a baby. Transition is the psychological process brought about by change. ...
Change and Transition: Kim Gowland
July 29, 2022 05:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBSome podcasts are transformational, and this is one of them for me. In today’s episode of the If Anne Can podcast, I’m talking to Kim Gowland, and she explains the difference between change and transition. A process that can be bewildering and confusing for many of us. Kim and I discuss The difference between change and transition Change is external, something happening to us, e.g. change of job or having a baby. Transition is the psychological process brought about by change. ...
Repatriation: Rediscovering Home, Identity and Community
July 22, 2022 05:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MBAt this time of year many expat families are moving back to their home countries, and some will find repatriation harder than expatriation. In today’s episode of the If Anne Can podcast , I’m talking to Amanda Jaffe about the challenges of repatriation. Amanda and I were expats in Singapore, and we repatriated to our home countries during the pandemic, me to the UK and Amanda to the USA. We returned home with new identities, which meant we had to change our lives. This is a great l...
Living Life Outside the Lines: Kate Hughes; Artist
July 14, 2022 17:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBAn early memory of a cruel teacher left me dreading the thought of ever trying to create an artwork. Meeting Kate Hughes and attending one of her art classes changed my mind, so I was delighted when she agreed to be a guest on this podcast. I thought our conversation would revolve around how she escaped the restraints of school teaching and smoothly moved to create her art studio, but it proved to be so much more. Kate talks movingly about how being prescribed the mini pill after the bir...
Introduction to the If Anne Can Podcast
July 08, 2022 20:00 - 1 minute - 1.22 MBIf Anne Can A Midlife Wanderer Comes Home Welcome to If Anne Can, a podcast where a midlife woman searches for the answer to the age-old question of what it means to live a meaningful life and create a sense of home. I’m speaking to writers, poets, entrepreneurs, community contributors and activists because I’m curious to discover their story and share it with you. These stories remind us that there are many possibilities, from walking into icy lakes to making something beautiful for the...
Introduction to the If Anne Can Podcast
July 08, 2022 20:00 - 1 minute - 1.22 MBIf Anne Can A Midlife Wanderer Comes Home Welcome to If Anne Can, a podcast where a midlife woman searches for the answer to the age-old question of what it means to live a meaningful life and create a sense of home. I’m speaking to writers, poets, entrepreneurs, community contributors and activists because I’m curious to discover their story and share it with you. These stories remind us that there are many possibilities, from walking into icy lakes to making something beautiful for the...
Building Courage: Angela Bentley; Ice Warrior
June 30, 2022 17:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBBuilding Courage: Angela Bentley; Ice Warrior Why are people evangelical about the Wim Hof practice of breath work and embracing ice cold water? Please tune in to hear Angela Bentley, certified Wim Hof instructor talk about her passion for the ice and how she uses her expertise to support people with their physical, mental and emotional health. I met Angela on a cold day in December, and she led me into the freezing Pickmere Lake. During our conversation, we talk about - Overcoming a...
Kinder Mass Trespass: Kate Ashbrook; Campaigner
June 25, 2022 07:00 - 9 minutes - 6.34 MBThis is the last of my conversations recorded over the Kinder Mass Trespass ninetieth anniversary weekend in the High Peaks of Derbyshire in Hayfield village hall. Ninety years ago, members of the young communist league gathered at Kinder Scout here in Derbyshire to highlight that walkers were denied access to areas of open country. When the group reached the plateau of Kinder Scout, there were violent scuffles with gamekeepers, and five ramblers were arrested. They received jail sentences ...
Kinder Mass Trespass: Kate Ashbrook; Campaigner
June 25, 2022 07:00 - 9 minutes - 6.34 MBThis is the last of my conversations recorded over the Kinder Mass Trespass ninetieth anniversary weekend in the High Peaks of Derbyshire in Hayfield village hall. Ninety years ago, members of the young communist league gathered at Kinder Scout here in Derbyshire to highlight that walkers were denied access to areas of open country. When the group reached the plateau of Kinder Scout, there were violent scuffles with gamekeepers, and five ramblers were arrested. They received jail sentences ...
Kinder Mass Trespass: Celebrating John Anderson
June 24, 2022 22:00 - 11 minutes - 7.62 MBKinder Mass Trespass: Celebrating John Anderson, one of the trespassers jailed for his action. In this episode of Our Community, I'm in the village of Hayfield in the high peaks of Derbyshire on the ninetieth anniversary weekend of the historic Kinder Mass Trespass. Ninety years ago, members of the young communist league gathered at Kinder Scout here in Derbyshire to highlight that walkers were denied access to areas of open country. When the group reached the plateau of Kinder Scout, ther...
Reflections on the Kinder Mass Trespass with Helen Darby
June 24, 2022 20:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MBIn this episode of Our Community, I’m in the village of Hayfield in the high peaks of Derbyshire on the ninetieth anniversary weekend of the historic Kinder Mass Trespass. The physical and mental consolations of nature are one of life’s great gifts but granting working class people access to the countryside has long been fraught with conflict. Ninety years ago members of the young communist league gathered at Kinder Scout here in Derbyshire, to highlight the fact that walkers were denied ...
Reflections on the Kinder Mass Trespass with Helen Darby
June 24, 2022 20:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MBIn this episode of Our Community, I’m in the village of Hayfield in the high peaks of Derbyshire on the ninetieth anniversary weekend of the historic Kinder Mass Trespass. The physical and mental consolations of nature are one of life’s great gifts but granting working class people access to the countryside has long been fraught with conflict. Ninety years ago members of the young communist league gathered at Kinder Scout here in Derbyshire, to highlight the fact that walkers were denied ...
OC37: The American Women’s Association Running Group
May 05, 2022 14:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBThis conversation was recorded more than a year ago, before my relocation from Singapore to Manchester, UK. As I plunged into a new life, I struggled to find my way and felt unable to publish any podcasts. Now winter is over, and as we hurtle through spring, my energy has returned, and I’m delighted to share this episode. My guests are three members of Singapore’s American Women’s Association Running Group. Bernie Tretta from Euston, Texas; epidemiologist and data queen Qian Marquard ...
OC37: The American Women’s Association Running Group
May 05, 2022 14:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MBThis conversation was recorded more than a year ago, before my relocation from Singapore to Manchester, UK. As I plunged into a new life, I struggled to find my way and felt unable to publish any podcasts. Now winter is over, and as we hurtle through spring, my energy has returned, and I’m delighted to share this episode. My guests are three members of Singapore’s American Women’s Association Running Group. Bernie Tretta from Euston, Texas; epidemiologist and data queen Qian Marquard ...
OC36: Writers Series: Fixing Your Words and Making them Concrete
June 10, 2021 16:00 - 34 minutes - 24.1 MBMany of us labour in commercial jobs but nurture the hope in our hearts that one day we can begin to write. This wonderful Our Community episode features three writers who have ‘fixed their words and made them concrete.’ Not born writers, their backgrounds are diverse and encompass teaching, business, and urban planning. You are invited to be inspired to share your own writing by listening to their evocative pieces spanning poetry, a childhood memory of being caught in an earthquake, ...
OC35 Running the Trail
May 14, 2021 12:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBToday’s Our Community conversation is about a trail running group called Lewy’s Loop whose members meet once a week in the Rain Forest of Bukit Timah Singapore to run a tough cross country circuit. Anna Tipping, Head of Insurance Asia at Norton Rose Fulbright, Vicky Windsor, Business Development Lead, SAP SuccessFactors APJ and myself discuss why we love being part of this community. We talk about what motivates people who may have nothing else in common to gather and take on a tough phy...
OC34: Preparing to Repatriate
May 04, 2021 18:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MBIn this episode, Alex Loh leads the conversation and I contemplate what it means to leave the country that has been my home for the last eleven years and repatriate to Manchester; a city I last lived in when I was eighteen. We discuss reaching the decision to move and beginning the process of detachment from the close community. We explore the question is repatriation harder than expatriation? The need to say goodbye and the importance of revisiting, walking, eating and taking photographs...
OC34: Preparing to Repatriate
May 04, 2021 18:00 - 29 minutes - 20.4 MBIn this episode, Alex Loh leads the conversation and I contemplate what it means to leave the country that has been my home for the last eleven years and repatriate to Manchester; a city I last lived in when I was eighteen. We discuss reaching the decision to move and beginning the process of detachment from the close community. We explore the question is repatriation harder than expatriation? The need to say goodbye and the importance of revisiting, walking, eating and taking photographs...
OC33: Kinda Hot: The Making of Saint Jack in Singapore
March 18, 2021 07:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MB‘This is real film making’ Saint Jack was filmed in 1978 and is the only American film to be entirely shot on location in Singapore, capturing a ‘glowing, squirming, rhythmic blend’ of a life that was rapidly disappearing St Jack was originally banned in Singapore. Consequently, the film remains under the radar even though Quentin Tarantino believes it would have won Oscars if it was released today. My guests today, Ben Slater and Jane Iyer have researched the back story of Saint Jack a...
OC33: Kinda Hot: The Making of Saint Jack in Singapore
March 18, 2021 07:00 - 38 minutes - 26.6 MB‘This is real film making’ Saint Jack was filmed in 1978 and is the only American film to be entirely shot on location in Singapore, capturing a ‘glowing, squirming, rhythmic blend’ of a life that was rapidly disappearing St Jack was originally banned in Singapore. Consequently, the film remains under the radar even though Quentin Tarantino believes it would have won Oscars if it was released today. My guests today, Ben Slater and Jane Iyer have researched the back story of Saint Jack a...
OC32: Celebrating the Joy of a Writers' Group
March 08, 2021 05:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MBOC32: Celebrating the Joy of a Writers’ Group! To celebrate International Women’s Day you are invited to listen to some beautiful and evocative readings from members of the American Women’s Association Writers’ Group. Hear the stories of women who came to Singapore in the 1940s and 50s, and made the little red dot their home. Listen to a searing piece bearing witness to the profound changes in women’s lives as they emerge from the yoke of domestic primary care and finally enjoy a beautif...