90-year-old shares his life in Asia since 1961

[@kelvinmonteiro1206]

What a gem of an interview. I wished it was longer

[@user-hz6yg6mf3o]

No worries , there will be always Part 2 down the road...

[@MaxChernov]

@@user-hz6yg6mf3o this one actually only one part

[@yangtzeling7468]

You will have to buy his book then 😂😂😂

[@ksliang6072]

Indeed. Hope Max can do another interview with Mr Ellinger soon. Amazingly sharp mind for a 90 yr old polymath who still speaks with such remarkable wisdom, clarity and authority.

[@yinggoy6659]

Agree! Now must look for that book

[@impopquiz]

He reminds me of the late LKY, his mind is still sharp like a knife! Formidable.

[@ChloeBC2023]

Now that's a man who truly understand the meaning of "Freedom" of speech

[@bellybutton6138]

He was a law prof!

[@windbells]

I am Peter's illustrator for all his semi-autobiographies, including the latest one 'Down Memory Lane'. As much as I am proud of the fact that Peter's lifetime of work has helped shape the Singapore judiciary, I am glad to experience his unique life and perspective through working on his books, seeing through his eyes through my art. His 'sharp as needle' mind has also shaped my way of thinking, and see the world, and Singapore in a broader perspective. Indeed, Singapore has given us a balanced environment where people are not in dire poverty, never living in fear and the society with a given bandwidth of expressing our opinions. To this, I've always believed 'nothing is free in this world', including the right of speech and thought. Looking at the state of the world today, many nations bear the 'costs', consequences to certain ideals expressed. But that said, Singapore is not a perfect nation. It is one that does what is necessary to steer the country to a bright future for her citizens.

[@rongoh7270]

More youngsters nowadays should listen to this fine elderly man… it’s a long and arduous journey to get to where we are today! We can be a proud people but we must also be humbled and appreciative of the efforts of those before us! Thanks for this video!

[@MrNkw26]

I like his golden words “ expatriate feel superior to locals and think very highly of themselves “ 100%

[@reginangsiewlan5394]

Anyway, Singapore,used to b also Malaysia, thanks to TuanKu Abdul Rahman (TAR)！Lee K Y worKed hard！！

[@risham76]

This prof is incredible....His mind is still focus .

[@fidelcatsro6948]

must be eating a lot of carnivore and fish with low grain food

[@akshobhgiridharadas4560]

I lived in Singapore from 2010-2017, and was a journalist then. I regret not getting to know or meet him.

[@JoeChanTV]

He is so sharp and quick in his speech :) Have a healthy retirement in Singapore Peter!

[@choonsenglee6165]

Lovely....a true Singaporean in the heart. Many thanks to this generation that truly helped build our foundation. My deepest gratitude and sharing the sweet memories

[@limbehh8494]

May GOD continue to grant him good health. ❤

[@jameslee9742]

Mr Ellinger is a very wise man. today I learn something from him that I duno even as a Sporean

[@ragsoh]

Max, this is one of your best interviews. Prof Ellinger is a gentleman and he said it correctly that expats should not think they are smarter than the locals. I was born in 1962 and growing up, I was always in awe of the white man. Not anymore. I don't think they are superior to me and I am very sure I am not inferior to them. Prof is definitely a treasure and he is certainly a good man. I wish him good health and may he be healthy always. Max, is it possible to have a Part 2 with Prof? I enjoyed this interview very much!

[@MaxChernov]

I'll ask him

[@misha_360]

When I was in Singapore I felt myself inferior to the locals. Maybe because I am Russian

[@ragsoh]

@@misha_360 All men are equal before God. There is a story of 2 guys who walked into an aquarium. One is a king and the other is a peasant. To the fish on the opposite side of the glass wall, it does not care who is king or peasant.

[@reginangsiewlan5394]

yes！looking forward to know more, esp. His nationality,how he is in other countries then he came to Sing......

[@clingklable]

Yes incredible and touching interview : Pls do have part 2 Thanks Max for your wonderful work😊

[@user-vn6zv9ym5s]

Beautiful interview 👍 respect to Mr Ellinger. N tks Max for interviewing him on this platform if not I would not know of such a delightful n intelligent gentleman in Singapore 👏👏👏

[@bellybutton6138]

He is indeed still as sharp as a needle! Speaks clearly. It is heartening to have someone who settled down and do not look down at the locals and appreciate what he has been given and entitled to. Singapore needs more migrants like Peter.

[@michaelseet9320]

Bless you Mr Ellinger for contributing to our society and great interview Max!!!

[@razzahling8951]

bless him, may he reach a 100 and further

[@leewn2319]

Mr Peter is a great gentlemen with alert mind at 90. May God bless him with good health and joy.

[@HotRod16]

At 90 his mind is really sharp. Very nice interview.

[@fidelcatsro6948]

NRF2 enzyme

[@freelancer1499]

Beautiful conversation. An astute mind even at his age!

[@radinnasir8933]

That interview, is the best I have ever watch on your channel. I just wish it was a little bit longer but I really enjoy it very much.

[@Hugh2007]

This is by far one of the best interviews you have done. Looking forward to more interviews with older individuals who migrated to Singapore as they grew up and witnessed the changes. Thank you Max.

[@ordinaryobserver897]

Thanks for interviewing this gem.

[@yvonnescully5037]

Omg... I'm Singaporean born n raised n from 2 generations Singaporeans. I was born in 1961 but YES, when he mentioned Koek Lane, my parents took us there when we were 5 or 6 yrs old annually to eat the best satay chelop in Koek Rd. I would whack a whole lot of sticks with the food attached to it even though I was 5 yrs old😂 😂😂. My fav food place but sadly torn down. I resdide in Switzerland today❤♥️... But go back home to Singapore every year for Xmas n new years🎉🇸🇬🇸🇬🇸🇬

[@coolstardy]

Those experiences he has shared are as valuable as gold!! Thanks for capturing. I would love to see more of such content from an elderly person.

[@aliceho4047]

This needs to be shared more for younger generation today to enjoy Singapore more, appreciate it and continue to make it shine.

[@maxmachina2494]

Fascinating man. Thank you.

[@alemmat1750]

Max only 9 minutes, please a bigger interview this man is gold

[@fidelcatsro6948]

he ran out of SD memory storage..

[@sebastianniqvist3144]

I would love to talk to this gentleman. What he has seen happening in Singapore since 1961 just can’t be put into words. May he have a peaceful and healthy life.

[@Underdog9898]

This story and memories from this gem of a person have teleported me to the olden days of Singapore...thank you.

[@yuenkokwah9703]

.. he spoke very well, he truly live in Singapore... 🇸🇬

[@HCL882]

Thank you for this interview. He is more a sporean than many of us are. He is our "history book"

[@user-uu6jt2mm3b]

I like this episode..This gentleman value thankful and appreciate Singapore. He is definitely Singapore's treasure.

[@simplyleo644]

He's a gem, with so much untapped knowledge. Please do a longer version, and have Mr Peter Ellinger share more. Great interview Max!

[@Notsosmartyetnotsostupid]

Quality interviews 👍 thumbs up

[@CSee-zb7rt]

Mr Ellinger is a treasure trove of information about Singapore's past and present. Enjoyed this interview.

[@aldsi9872]

What a beautiful soul. May God bless him greatly :)

[@Clammer999]

I was born in that year he came over and the interview brought waves of fond memories where life was simple and naive before the age of the Internet and smart phones, and even calculators😅. Really enjoyed this interview!

[@christophershaw2932]

I moved to Singapore 27 years ago, Love it here. Total agree with Peter, though, I wish I'd learned Mandarin. Not too late. Proud SingMoh..!!

[@WWK186]

This prof is so sharp at an advanced age. He gave us a glimpse of what life was in Singapore.

[@eduardochavacano]

Love Authentic and certain the professor speaks.

[@Splash-nr8ot]

Hi Max, really enjoyed your interview. Thanks again.

[@supercool8090]

Nice 👍🏻 Thank you very much 🎉

[@panzerjaeger3847]

This is truly insightful coming from a foreigner’s perspective now residing in Singapore permanently 🙏

[@nigelwong21]

Thank you so much Max for this very inspirational interview from a very wise professor! Спасибо 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@MaxChernov]

пожалуйста!

[@jcj2007]

Thank you, Max Chernov. It was a great interview.

[@frikol12345]

Max you can pick up such brilliant speakers so many time! Amazing!

[@Theo-Sanders]

Great hearing his reflections. But this would've been better as a 60-minute video, not a 10-minute, IMO.

[@justme-tu5ov]

Marvellous video! So important to hear authentic views on Singapore's history. It is so widely misunderstood. And very inspiring to hear that he regrets not learning Mandarin, quite understandable as back then there were only textbooks of varying quality and it was not so clear which Chinese to learn and the simplified characters in 1961 had not had such a long history as now. Luckily now with phone apps, youtube etc. it is (marginally) easier. Still very very difficult. Thank you for making this amazing video!

[@thatikondamadhu1405]

Excellent, I visited in 1982 and after 2019 I visited Singapore 6 to 7 times. Beautiful and excellent place.

[@charmaine8512]

Fascinating when we get to hear from open and honest people. Literally got transported to that era.

[@kkcwl]

very good vid with many insights even for today younger generation of Singaporean, we welcome all foreigners who are like this 90 year old man who is full of wisdom and understanding. God Bless You!

[@superconnie5003]

What a beautiful interview.Singapore's golden era was 1964 till 1984.

[@chaotiongsai]

I would say it is the 1987 to 1999. Once LHL came on, SG went downhill irreversibly.

[@norzainimohd-zain1325]

Racial riots in Singapore in 1964.

[@bell-xk5dd]

@@chaotiongsai I disagree. Life is definitely much better under LHL. I love LKY but I love LHL more. LKY laid a solid good foundation but LHL is the current builder and architect of today Singapore 🇸🇬❤️. When LKY stepped down as the PM, our reserves was about 200 billion but now Singapore’s reserves stands at 1 trillion, higher than Malaysia and Indonesia combined...this is the success of Singapore. LKY was a great leader, but fugal and thrifty, who was hard on Singapore as he was hard on himself. He would wear the same clothes for years, lived a spartan lifestyle in a humble home with furniture as old as himself. He saved and hoarded for the country, insisted on building up our GDP to make Singapore rich. After his passing, LHL immediately introduces all kinds of monetary aids for all citizens; the Pioneer and Merdeka schemes, CHAS, healthcare subsidies, student grants, all kinds of HDB’s housing grants to the newly weds, singles, first time buyers; GST vouches, Household Support Package and CDC Vouchers for low income earners....all these monetary aids were unheard of in LKY’s days but they are available now to all citizens . Today’s Singapore citizens enjoy a more comfortable and wealthier lifestyle, all thanks to LHL.

[@bell-xk5dd]

Singapore is lucky to have LKY and LHL , both father and son combined have made Singapore so successful. As Singaporeans, we should be eternally grateful to them...

[@fidelcatsro6948]

cars were cheap.. buses were fresh air open windows.. even cats were free back then!

[@TheTinyRedDot]

such sound and clear mind at 90, he is one blessed man.

[@WaltervonKurzgesagt]

What a wonderful man.

[@scottie934]

Love it. Sharp as a needle indeed. Please, more of this gentleman!

[@EasternKalogeros]

Another quality and awesome interview...simply amazing...

[@nicksu5918]

90 yo still with such amazing mind sharpness.

[@user-or5wm2ir6v]

An amazing, clear-thinking, sharp-minded, gracious man Mr. Ellinger! I'm waiting for part 2, Max. 😊

[@jaclee3594]

Hi Max, this was a really nice interview. Peter is as sharp as a needle! Thanks for bringing such great content to us.

[@MalaysianDiary]

*Always great to hear from experienced people. If youngsters implement their passion along with these experiences from old people, you guys gonna awesome* 🔥

[@helenpaul67]

This elderly gentleman spoke so fluidly and he sounds nothing like a 90yo

[@twochopsticks]

What a treat to listen to this! Thank you for this interview and sharing it with us

[@Drinkwater.]

I can probabaly sit down and listen to this guy for hours

[@tigerbelly2152]

what a sharp mind at his age. great interview

[@carlalexander2]

Great video Max

[@wangjinwen7708]

very true and candid indeed. speak to the bottom of the heart of many people who dun want to express it and living in denial. singapore not as bad as what many people constantly been talking

[@nigelsheppard625]

Image if you'd have bought some of those bungalows in Serangoon in the 1960's and built 2 or 3 storey houses on them in the 80's or 90's.

[@markl5990]

Mr Ellinger is correct, he is as sharp as a needle. A lovely interview with an impressive person.

[@alvinkuo]

He is probably more Singaporean than many of us as he is here before many of us were born in Singapore. He is indeed very sharp for someone at age 90. He is like Henry Kissinger.

[@rozyue1177]

Such a foreigner , Singaporeans are honoured to welcome as PR or citizen , he sincerely loves Singapore and is a credit to the country but not just anyone who wants PR for the job , a better lifestyle subsidies by his / her employer but who will flee when times are bad …

[@patdreamaker]

Good job Max ! Great interview. Please do a part 2 for this wise gentleman please🙏

[@marcuskwek3832]

After seeing Peter's ability to retain his clarity of mind even at aged 90 i'm way less afraid of aging. Though I guess there's also a chance I become a resentful hag like Mahathir, LOL.

[@fidelcatsro6948]

Mahathir is still a fighting fit old man for someone going to hit the big 100 in 2 yrs time.. got to give him credit for that!

[@msvera2727]

This has been a very illuminating interview, thank you both! May you continue to be blessed with great health Mr Ellinger.

[@nljie]

This man is a gem! More interview from Peter please

[@yangtzeling7468]

Correction. The MRT was spearheaded by then president Ong Teng Cheong. And he met with great resistance from the party including LKY , Tony Tan and Goh Keng Swee. But he persisted and soldiered on for what he believed was essential for Singapore’s development and progress. I cannot imagine a Singapore without the MRT today , therefore it is important that we should credit the right person for his vision , persistence and courage.

[@abbey1999]

Oh SHUT UP

[@tangbesitangbesi7009]

We have one thing in common, we didn't invest in properties when things were still within grasp and let ourselves get carried away by our workloads

[@arieladelinechoo9845]

Wow 90...very sharp minded and speak so well.

[@JaysonAng]

Wow he is such a treasure! Like a living time capsule. More of him pls! Very interesting take

[@nicksu5918]

I love the story. Indeed just coming back from US, i really missed Singapore so much.

[@midasleong-rl8mj]

Awesome interview love it Thanks mate 👍🏻😀🙏

[@pristymo]

Super love this interview. Wished it could be like 2 hours and longer.

[@blessedcheflim8579]

Good interviews! Good job, Max. Doing better n better !!

[@rockymolano7752]

what a great memory of a 90 yr old

[@christinaaugustine27]

Younger singaporean could learnt something from Mr. Ellinger and be proud of their country rather than complaining about everything. No country is perfect and yet this little island who has nothing and unwanted has become such a well developed country. Look no further, the grass is quite green here. I love Singapore 🇸🇬

[@bellybutton6138]

The younger generation should learn to appreciate how much the first generation of Singaporeans worked hard to ensure most of a roof over their heads and sufficient food to feed everyone. Be proud of your ancestors and carry on their good work.

[@selvybushby5776]

Agree with you two totally . The cost of leaving Spore for a larger house ,natural and freedom of speech ? But family unity,respect for elders,disciplined work ethic,moral integrity and multicultural cohesion are some values that outweigh many other material comfort and benefits .😊

[@sumertheory]

great video

[@MD196x]

Please continue to interview him. Not many Singaporeans enjoy reading books but we enjoy watching interviews 😅

[@richardfarrar1006]

An excellent speaker would love to have listened longer.

[@dufreversi42]

Thanks for your contribution to our country

[@amyg1073]

Thank God for our founder, Lee Kuan Yew. Most of us live a happy , peaceful n contended life here. ❤️

[@clodiamk9873]

I agree with the gentleman . I arrived in SG in 1967 .. I also saw the old SG and what he says is really very true. SG is a good place to live and we can choose a way of life not so expensive .

[@fidelcatsro6948]

WOW 1967! Im calling up Max now, we need to interrogate you as well and make a video of that!

[@hhspore]

Very interesting and well conducted interview with an excellent interviewee !

[@joannamacdonald2500]

Love this interview . Thanks for such a thoughtful commentary .

[@syarifahnajwa5491]

True! eat at hawker ctr n travel by public transport. Love Mr Ellinger❤ wish u good health n God bless.🙏 will look out for his book

[@cmymotion]

Nostalgia...

[@g0rikain]

Should have done this interview with sea view as background 😅

[@fidelcatsro6948]

too many crows there nowadays, not suitable..we want a sea view with seagulls..

[@g0rikain]

@@fidelcatsro6948 😂 🤣

[@yiwenfoong304]

I loved this interview!

[@marbayreviewstravelfood7623]

Great interview! ❤

[@Nnomadd]

very interesting, thanks for posting it

[@kenyeuong1773]

Love it, I could listen to him all day

[@ichvvhovxugcvuhi3522]

Sharp, straight to the point, no bs.