S11E01 Has Singapore Lost Its Soul? | Jerome Lim & Lim Pei Ying | CYT Tradition & Heritage: Compass or Shackle

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Has Singapore lost its soul?Or has it simply evolved?Singapore has changed dramatically over the past few decades. Kampongs disappeared. Familiar neighbourhoods gave way to skyscrapers. Communities became smaller, busier, and increasingly disconnected.Beyond preserving old buildings, heritage calls out to preserving something much deeper: our identity, our stories, and our sense of belonging?In the opening episode of Season 11: Tradition & Heritage: Compass or Shackle, heritage consultant and creator of The Long and Winding Road, Jerome Lim, joins Lim Pei Ying, ICF Master Certified Coach and Producer of the Clean Your Toilet Podcast, for a conversation that goes into the soul of the nation.Together, they explore why heritage is about understanding who we are, where we come from, and what we choose to carry forward.Along the way, they unpack how community has changed, why loneliness is becoming more common despite living closer together, how modern life has reshaped our idea of home, and why remembering our stories might matter more than ever in a rapidly changing world.In this conversation, they explore:- Why Jerome once believed Singapore had lost its soul.- What heritage really means beyond old buildings and museums.- The hidden value of kampong spirit in modern society.- Why community feels harder to find today.- How globalisation reshapes identity and why roots still matter.- The surprising connection between heritage and resilience.- What "home" really means in a constantly changing world.- Why traditions should evolve instead of becoming obligations.- How stories preserve identity across generations.- What we inherit and what we choose to pass on.If you've ever...* wondered why life feels increasingly disconnected,* questioned what "home" really means,* struggled to balance modern life with your roots,* or asked yourself what kind of legacy you'll leave behind...this conversation is for you.This heritage conversation centers on carrying forward what makes us human, a much needed reflection amidst the busyne