We explore the bizarre incident that is the Koro Crisis of 1967, when a widespread panic over shrinking genitals gripped Singapore. Delve into the psychological, cultural, and social factors that fueled this mass hysteria, turning an old wives’ tale into a national crisis. We’ll unpack the strange phenomenon, its impact on the population, and how it was eventually quelled. Tune in for a fascinating look at one of the most unusual episodes in Singapore’s history.

Credits:

Hosted and Produced by Terence Chia (@tchia) and Haresh Tilani (@hareshtilani)

Sound Engineering - Tristen Yeak (@yeakstreet)

Project Manager - Dominique Lee

Commissioning Editor - Danny Koordi

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Podcast artwork by Denise Nicole Yap, you can reach her on Instagram @deniseardenise