EPISODE · Jul 29, 2025 · 27 MIN
The Fire That Built Singapore: The Shocking Truth Behind Bukit Ho Swee!
from Tell You First · host Mediacorp
On 25th May 1961, a devastating fire wiped out an entire kampong, leaving 15,000 homeless—but was it just a tragic accident or a hidden turning point for Singapore? Discover how the Bukit Ho Swee fire sparked a housing revolution, birthed the HDB, and transformed the nation overnight. From conspiracy theories to political miracles, this is the untold story of the fire that changed Singapore forever!Tell You First is an original podcast produced by Mediacorp and Ministry of Funny (@ministryoffunny).Credits:Hosted and Produced by Terence Chia (@tchia) and Haresh Tilani (@hareshtilani)Sound Engineering - Tristen Yeak (@yeakstreet)Commissioning Editor - Danny KoordiIf you're a fan of our work, you can follow the podcast on the meLISTEN app, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts.Podcast artwork by Denise Nicole Yap, you can reach her on Instagram @deniseardeniseSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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