Reviving Heritage: Making Culture Cool Again

Zeen Chang, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Kwai Chai Hong

29-Nov-24 12:00

Reviving Heritage: Making Culture Cool Again

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In an era where the past meets the present, the fusion of heritage and modernity has become a powerful driver for revitalising tourism and boosting local economies. By blending tradition with innovation, destinations can offer unique experiences that resonate with global audiences and across cultures and generations.

Today, we discuss how this fusion fuels economic opportunities, enhances tourism appeal, and shapes the way we connect with heritage in the modern age. Joining us is Zeen Chang, the Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Kwai Chai Hong to explore how the synergy of old and new is pivotal in redefining industries and communities alike.

Produced by: Carol Wong

Presented by: Richard Bradbury

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Categories: environment, controversies, visual arts, History/Heritage, culture

Tags: culture fusion, synergy, tourism, modern age,

Today’s Shows

11:00 AM

Best of Enterprise

(REPEAT) Is Kwai Chai Hong preserving heritage, or curating it for a modern audience? Its Co-Founder, Zeen Chang discusses the fine line between community and commodity.

12:00 PM

Popcorn Culture

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1:00 PM

Cruise Control

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2:00 PM

Matt-Splained

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3:00 PM

Earth Matters

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4:00 PM

Bar None

(REPEAT) We discuss the latest changes made to BWF's tournaments and competitions, set to take place from 2027 onwards.

5:00 PM

BBC World Service

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