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Journal Entry: Day 59

Posted onMarch 10, 2021March 10, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, I have not much to say today, I still want to write something. I have not found myself very prolific lately, I feel I am doing effort in vain. Working on editing some past projects, I have Read More …

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Journal Entry: Day 58

Posted onMarch 9, 2021March 9, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday I stayed in Kampar, and I found time flew by so fast. My impression was that the day went by and I was not productive as I would like to be, but after all, I did Read More …

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Journal Entry: Day 57

Posted onMarch 8, 2021March 8, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Well, I’m glad I went to Ipoh this weekend. It made me change of scenery after 2 months of being stuck in the same district because of MCO (movement Control Order). Going for a 1 night / Read More …

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Journal Entry: Day 56

Posted onMarch 7, 2021March 7, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia, So I failed to write my journal entry Yesterday, I guess there was not so much to write, but also because I didn’t feel so well (haven’t slept correctly) the day before. So it is virtually the Read More …

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Journal Entry: Day 55

Posted onMarch 6, 2021March 6, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday was more of a studious day staying at the Chatto cafe working. I probably ate way too much yesterday, hence I didn’t sleep well at night, and this day I don’t feel very good. So I’ll Read More …

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Journal Entry: Day 53

Posted onMarch 4, 2021March 4, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday I got absorbed in the task of implementing the new theme on the website, it’s a longer process than I previously thought. But I will eventually be very proud of the end result. Today I am Read More …

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Journal Entry: Day 52

Posted onMarch 3, 2021March 3, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, They announced inter-district travel allowed from Friday, so I will be able to go around Perak. However still can’t cross state. It’s good enough for now, the state of Perak is big. I received an email from Read More …

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Journal Entry: Day 51

Posted onMarch 2, 2021March 3, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Nothing very new under the sky. I have been thinking of experimenting my own SASS using DIY foam. I would love to make it 4 channels, something like a double SASS system. I don’t know if that Read More …

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Journal Entry: Day 50

Posted onMarch 1, 2021March 1, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, 50 days today of daily writing. I can say it is a nice exercise. Some days I don’t want to write anything, some other days I could write a book. All in all I feel it is Read More …

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Journal Entry 49

Posted onFebruary 28, 2021February 28, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Here, activities have now returned to a similar level as it was before MCO. The streets of Bandar lama (the old town) are full of human life, shops have reopened, which is in complete contrast to the Read More …

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Journal Entry: Day 48

Posted onFebruary 27, 2021February 27, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday, I extended my stay for 2 more weeks. Since travels to other districts or states is not allowed, there is not so much choice. Also yesterday started the MOOC I registered in. It’s an online course Read More …

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Journal Entry: Day 47

Posted onFebruary 26, 2021February 26, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar. Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday I was looking at various gear parts and accessories and would order to make them ship here. I am worried to make ship from USA. so I have been searching for more local stuff. I am Read More …

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Journal Entry: Day 46

Posted onFebruary 25, 2021February 25, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Another day, another CMCO day, same place, same city, same routine, same job, no philosophical thinking about Today or Yesterday. I receive the Clippy EM272 mics from Micbooster in UK, I had to pay import tax. I Read More …

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Journal Entry: Day 45

Posted onFebruary 24, 2021February 24, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday, I went back running/jogging in the morning which I had unfortunately left in favor of going to the gym (since it reopened). I can say taking fresh air is very beneficial. Then I met my friend, Read More …

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Journal Entry: Day 44

Posted onFebruary 23, 2021February 24, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, We are still under CMCO and we are not allowed to travel to other districts, so I am limited to stay around this area. Nothing much to say about Yesterday. I have been scouting some accessories that Read More …

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Journal Entry: Day 43

Posted onFebruary 22, 2021February 22, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday I received my twist ties that help create mic holder on the go. So I decided to try this out, record in the field and make a video about it. I created a post with the Read More …

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Journal Entry: Day 42

Posted onFebruary 21, 2021February 21, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, I have been reluctantly looking at the new program contest called “Sound of The Year Awards”. I have been considering participating . This could lead to potential recognition in the field. Some big names are associated and Read More …

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Journal Entry: Day 41

Posted onFebruary 20, 2021February 20, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, I am impressed and little scared at how fast days go by. I have the feeling I don’t achieve much in one day. I am not sure if it has always been this way, my memory tells Read More …

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Journal Entry: Day 40

Posted onFebruary 19, 2021February 19, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday was a day very similar than other days., really nothing more lately. I went to a different tea shop to get some work, then the light at sunset was beautiful I did some photos near a Read More …

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Journal Entry: Day 39

Posted onFebruary 18, 2021February 18, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday since they announced end of MCO, I thought inter-district travels would be allowed but it is not happening. Inter-district travels are still forbidden, so I will have to stay here at least until March 4th. It Read More …

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Journal Entry: Day 38

Posted onFebruary 17, 2021February 17, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday, I got my recorder back from the dragon path, and found out the sd card failed at some point. Half the recordings are blank, meaning I have only one night of recordings. The recorder automatically splits Read More …

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Journal Entry: Day 37

Posted onFebruary 16, 2021February 16, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday was more interesting for many reasons, I still have my recorder in the forest dragon path. I will get it out today. Gyms reopened. And barber also are allowed to function so I got my haircut. Read More …

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Journal Entry: Day 36

Posted onFebruary 15, 2021February 15, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, I feel Yesterday was Sunday lazy day, the similitude of my days are impacting on my motivation, but also because I have no one to relate on. I still have not found a coach or mentor, or Read More …

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Journal Entry: Day 35

Posted onFebruary 14, 2021February 14, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday, another routine day with a taste of Saturday. I went run, and had my Malay class which I am really happy with. The teacher is very good. I managed some post on social media, I went Read More …

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Journal Entry: Day

Posted onFebruary 13, 2021February 13, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia So Yesterday we finally got back to the same trail and went hike onto the Dragon path! An entire loop. Not a big hike but just enough to get immersed and stay healthy. With no surprise there Read More …

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Journal Entry: Day 33

Posted onFebruary 12, 2021February 12, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday I went working with my friend at cafes, since we are now allowed back to do so. In the evening it was Chinese New Year’s Eve. I could hear and see some fireworks in the sky. Read More …

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Journal Entry: Day 32

Posted onFebruary 11, 2021February 11, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Now it’s been 1 month I stayed in Kampar. Due to MCO I was oblige to stay put here. It’s also officially 11 months that I stayed in Malaysia. How time goes fast! Yesterday they re-opened the Read More …

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Journal Entry: Day 31

Posted onFebruary 10, 2021February 10, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia,  Yesterday I had an unforeseen task  that popped up and took away all my day.  I had to change mailing service platform for my mailing list. I thus had to compare all available solutions available, and try Read More …

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Journal Entry: day 30

Posted onFebruary 9, 2021February 9, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Today is the 19th day of MCO in Perak, a semi-lock down. Cannot go travel more than 10km. I am in a student city with various university and I can perceive that it is reflecting onto my Read More …

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Journal Entry: Day 29

Posted onFebruary 8, 2021February 8, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday I went jog more than other days because I am getting fat being locked down. I took the opportunity to record some very interesting birds nearby the lake, using A10 and mikrousi. I did a course Read More …

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Journal Entry: Day 28

Posted onFebruary 7, 2021February 7, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, I read about the plasticity of the brain, and I’m amazed to hear about researchers that conclude that growth mentality is more important than the content of the learning itself. If you put the mind in a Read More …

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Journal Entry: Day 27

Posted onFebruary 6, 2021February 6, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday we began the third week in MCO (Movement Control Order) which is a partial lock-down where we can’t go further than 10 km and are limited to essential businesses. I learned more about email marketing, a Read More …

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Journal Entry: Day 26

Posted onFebruary 5, 2021February 5, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday I worked on researching tools for marketing. I went food shopping and when I cam back I got arrested by police asking me my license which I had, but they wanted international license. I thought they Read More …

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Journal Entry: Day 25

Posted onFebruary 4, 2021February 4, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday my friend came to work with me, it was interesting to try this. The dynamic of work is different and it makes a change of working all by myself, even though we don’t work on the Read More …

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Journal Entry: Day 24

Posted onFebruary 3, 2021February 3, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday I eventually wrote down the master plan for February. But then I fell down the trap of doing the easy stuff first, then I had no motivation for doing the real thing big thing I have Read More …

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Journal Entry: Day 23

Posted onFebruary 2, 2021February 2, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak Malaysia, Yesterday I tried to stay studious, I improved my time management, reformulated my value statement and the cause I want to support. Refreshing my vision on a 5 year scale. I did a new matrix for my Read More …

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Journal Entry: Day 22

Posted onFebruary 1, 2021February 1, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday was somewhat a ‘lazy’ day. This seems obvious as it was Sunday. I did learn and exercise on ‘brand’ and strategy, I liked some approach about archetypes and character, to define the personality of a brand. Read More …

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Journal Entry: Day 21

Posted onJanuary 31, 2021January 31, 2021AuthorStephane FufaLeave a comment

Kampar, Perak, Malaysia, Yesterday was Saturday and one week after I began my work matrix, thus it was more a slow day. I eventually did not go hiking, but will do during the week when there are less people. | Read More …

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I’m Stéphane Fufa Dufour, a nomadic field recordist exploring the world through sound. SoundXplorer is my journal of the places I travel, the moments I record, and the stories behind each sonic discovery.
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