VULTURE-Magazine

“Growing up in pragmatic Singapore, I had no idea that I could actually be an author, and I had to carve out that space for myself to exist on my own accord.” –

In her écriture féminine auto fiction piece entitled Dream Job, Lee Koe explores the tensions in "disobedience" in the context of Singapore, rejecting conventions and following her instincts in order to stay true to herself. Discover the full story on

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: Meeting through music. Seizing small moments of connection with strangers can add variety to the mundane, and music is a great conversation starter. Ever thought of ways to strike up a conversation with strangers? Asking about a person’s song choice offers a window into their memories and tastes without invading their space. While not all of us can travel this instant, we can get to know the community around us—piecing an auditory social fabric of our current time and place and a look into the social history specific to where you are. It also invites outside participation by sharing it with friends and discussing the songs you encountered. How about a souvenir that keeps on giving?

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