In the forth episode of "What Makes Someone an Undesirable Visitor to Singapore?", Dr. Gomez discusses with Fadiah Nadwa about the idea of 'academic freedom'. For Fadiah, there is no 'academic freedom', while Dr. Gomez suggests it is better to exercise 'freedom from academia'.
E4 - Freedom From Academia | Dr. James Gomez with Dr. Fadiah Nadwa
In the third episode of "What Makes Someone an Undesirable Visitor to Singapore?", Dr. Gomez speaks with Fadiah Nadwa about her denial of entry at the Singapore checkpoint. Fadiah shares her experience with immigration officers, her feelings during the process and how she was escorted out and deported from the checkpoint back to Johor Bahru.
E3 - The Deportation | Dr. James Gomez with Dr. Fadiah Nadwa
In the second episode of "What Makes Someone an Undesirable Visitor to Singapore?", Dr. Gomez speaks with Fadiah Nadwa about her doctoral thesis on the history behind the People's Constitution and the idea of a Malayan Union. Fadiah speaks with Dr. Gomez about the shared histories of Malaysia and Singapore, the legacy of colonialism, and the suppression of alternative constitutional visions. Their discussion explores questions of citizenship, equality, national identity, and how revisiting overlooked histories can inform more inclusive futures for the region.
E2 - The Thesis | Dr. James Gomez with Dr. Fadiah Nadwa
In the first episode of "What Makes Someone an Undesirable Visitor to Singapore?", Dr. Gomez speaks with Fadiah Nadwa about her transition from legal practice and human rights advocacy to historical research. Fadiah shares insights from her doctoral studies at the National University of Singapore (NUS). The discussion explores colonial histories, constitutional questions, and the shared historical ties between Malaysia and Singapore.
E1 - PhD Studies in Singapore | Dr. James Gomez with Dr. Fadiah Nadwa
"Sembawang, It's Time For Change!" from GE2025 SDP Rally at Evergreen Primary School. Video credit: CNA. To watch the full video, please visit their YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZCACdedXcYs
Dr. James Gomez 2025 Rally Speech 1 May, Evergreen Primary School
"Reset Sembawang: Replace PAP, Install Change" from GE2025 SDP Rally at Sun Plaza. Video credit: CNA. To watch the full video, please visit their YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=86obnlu273w
Dr. James Gomez 2025 Rally Speech 30 April, Sun Plaza
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