In “DamDam Storytime: Kaki Ayam (Barefoot)”, join our host DamDam as he hilariously delves into the cultural norm of going shoeless indoors, a common practice in Singapore expressed by the Malay term 'Kaki Ayam.' Through his engaging and amusing observations, DamDam brings this cultural quirk to life, crafting a narrative that resonates with anyone familiar with the comfort of being barefoot at home.
This story is a slice of digital storytelling at its finest, where DamDam becomes a bridge between cultures, weaving together threads of community and cultural experiences. It is a story that not only tickles the funny bone but also sparks creativity and illustrates the power of visual narratives to connect and enrich our understanding of diverse lifestyles.
Re-storying Community: Arts-based Digital Storytelling for Community Inquiry
This research seeks to explore the role of community as a space of knowledge production and how youth help create this space as an integral part of global post-pandemic recovery.
In DamDam Storytime: Kaki Ayam (Barefoot), DamDam invites viewers into his world as he humorously explores the cultural practice of removing shoes at home, known as 'Kaki Ayam' in Malay, which translates to 'barefoot.' Through his amusing observations, DamDam sheds light on this cultural practice, creating a delightful and relatable narrative that celebrates the nuances of everyday life.
Produced by: Adam Mohamed
Principal Investigator: Dr. Ching-Chiu Lin
Supported by: Simon Fraser University
This video series is based on research supported by the Government of Canada's New Frontiers in Research Fund (NFRF).
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