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Alvin Yapp's Journey: From Airlines to Peranakan Culture Collector at The Intan
Manage episode 435131740 series 2648705
Join Cyrus Broacha as he sits down with Alvin Yapp, a former Singapore Airlines station manager whose career took him to San Francisco and Dhaka. Discover how Alvin transitioned from a high-flying corporate role to a passionate collector of Peranakan culture artifacts.
Frustrated by the corporate grind, Alvin turned his focus to a lifelong dream: preserving the rich, intricate spirit of the Peranakan culture through his remarkable collection. From Singapore to Malacca, Penang, and even distant lands like India, China, and England, Alvin's collection reflects a profound dedication to the heritage and artistry of Peranakan culture.
Don’t miss the end—Alvin and Cyrus belt out a surprise duet that you will
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1386 episodes
Manage episode 435131740 series 2648705
Join Cyrus Broacha as he sits down with Alvin Yapp, a former Singapore Airlines station manager whose career took him to San Francisco and Dhaka. Discover how Alvin transitioned from a high-flying corporate role to a passionate collector of Peranakan culture artifacts.
Frustrated by the corporate grind, Alvin turned his focus to a lifelong dream: preserving the rich, intricate spirit of the Peranakan culture through his remarkable collection. From Singapore to Malacca, Penang, and even distant lands like India, China, and England, Alvin's collection reflects a profound dedication to the heritage and artistry of Peranakan culture.
Don’t miss the end—Alvin and Cyrus belt out a surprise duet that you will
See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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