The Straits Times Podcasts

Life Picks Ep5 (Sept 21): Hor fun with elusive "wok hei", a big rooftop party, and classical music at the racecourse 4:40 mins Synopsis: A new weekly podcast by The Straits Times, highlighting the best films, concerts, restaurants and arts events.    We chat about The Last Escape, a dance party on the roof of Golden Mile Tower, Hor Fun Premium at 01-78 Alexandra Village Food Centre and a free SSO concert at Singapore Racecourse.   Produced by: Melissa Sim and Ernest Luis   Feedback to: [email protected]   Download ST & BT podcasts for offline listening: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts   On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP   On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Returning from the international break, only two teams have an unbroken run of wins so far - Liverpool and Chelsea. ST sports correspondent Shamir Osman joins host Jonathan Roberts to talk about how the reinvigorated Blues have reinvigorated his interest in Chelsea. Feedback to: [email protected]   Download ST & BT podcasts for offline listening: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts   On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP   On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bookmark This! - Communists, classic myths and Crazy Rich Asians 11:33 mins Synopsis: A new monthly podcast by The Straits Times, where we talk about titles in the headlines and recommend reads fresh off the press. We chat about Crazy Rich Asians by Kevin Kwan and State Of Emergency by Jeremy Tiang, as well as new novels My Year Of Rest And Relaxation by Ottessa Moshfegh and The Silence Of The Girls by Pat Barker. Produced by: Olivia Ho, Toh Wen Li and Ernest Luis Discover more Bookmark This! podcasts and rate us on:Spotify: http://str.sg/oeGgApple Podcasts: http://str.sg/oeXNGoogle Podcasts: http://str.sg/oeLG Playlist: https://str.sg/JZnGFeedback to: [email protected] Thank you for your support! ST & BT Podcasts picked up a silver medal for Best Digital Project to engage younger and/or millennial audiences at 2019 Asian Digital Media Awards by Wan-Ifra:  https://str.sg/Jw5T  Watch a video of Podcasts on the rise in Singapore: https://youtu.be/aGJ4cbch6eQSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Money Hacks Ep 21: How to network with crypto friends and an exchange community   7:33 mins   Synopsis: In this new podcast series for 2018, The Straits Times and The Business Times offer tips for the newcomer to the financial and investment scene.   This episode is aimed at the crypto newbie who is looking to trade for a start, and in a smarter way too, by joining a cryptocurrency exchange and the community around it through regular conferences and seminars.   The chief executive and founder of homegrown cryptocurrency exchange BCoin - Davy Goh - tells us why we would need to use an exchange, and why it's not advisable to stay holed up alone at home online, and try to start in cryptocurrency investing and trading.   Are your trading funds safe in BCoin's trading app? How is security ensured?   Produced by: Ernest Luis & Christopher Lim     Like, subscribe and rate our Money Hacks podcast on:   Spotify: http://str.sg/oeGN   iTunes: http://str.sg/oeXe   Google podcasts: http://str.sg/oeGd   Feedback to: [email protected]   Do note: Any financial or investment information in this podcast is for use in Singapore only and is intended to be for your general information. Any particular investment or decision should only be made after consulting with a fully qualified financial adviser. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Life Picks EP 4: Local hot shots, giant wagyu burger and F1 nights with Jay Chou 5:40 mins Synopsis: A new weekly podcast by The Straits Times, highlighting the best films, concerts, restaurants and arts events.    We chat about the Family Sharing Wagyu Beef Burger from Trapizza in Siloso Beach, Sentosa, the Singapore International Photography Festival and what to look out for at the F1 concerts.     Produced by: Melissa Sim and Ernest Luis   Feedback to: [email protected]   Download ST & BT podcasts for offline listening: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts   On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP   On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Celeb Chats Ep 1: Thomas Morgan, director and producer of documentary Soufra 6:12 mins  Synopsis: In this new podcast series for 2018, The Straits Times features the best chats with the creators and stars of music, film, books, theatre and more. In Soufra, a group of women band together to open a catering business in a Lebanese refugee camp. It is way out of poverty in a place where the chances of finding a good job are slim. This inspiring documentary, filled with humour and a love of food culture, follows their journey. ST film correspondent John Lui meets Soufra's maker Thomas Morgan for a chat in this episode. Produced by: John Lui & Ernest Luis   Follow Celeb Chats podcasts and rate us on: Spotify: http://str.sg/oeGq Apple Podcasts: http://str.sg/oeXg Google podcasts: http://str.sg/oeGQ Playlist: https://str.sg/Ji5X Website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts Feedback to: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Money Hacks Episode 20 Duration: 9:41 mins Synopsis: In this new podcast series for 2018, The Straits Times and The Business Times offer tips for the newcomer to the financial and investment scene. How can digital marketplaces set up by banks help you save, and calculate various scenarios without the hassle of setting up numerous meetings or visiting branches? Can your personal information be safeguarded? DBS Bank launched an online property marketplace in July 2018, that aggregates close to 100,000 listings from EdgeProp and Averspace and is intended as a one-stop shop where home buyers can browse listings and link up with utilities providers, as well as renovation, cleaning and moving services. Ms P’ing Lim, DBS head of deposits & secured loans, and Ms Tok Geok Peng, DBS head of secured lending, talk us through and also allay concerns about maintaining your financial privacy. Produced by: Ernest Luis & Christopher Lim Like, subscribe and rate our Money Hacks podcast on:   Spotify: http://str.sg/oeGN   iTunes: http://str.sg/oeXe   Google podcasts: http://str.sg/oeGd   Feedback to: [email protected]   Do note: Any financial or investment information in this podcast is for use in Singapore only and is intended to be for your general information. Any particular investment or decision should only be made after consulting with a fully qualified financial adviser.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It my be the international break but there are still some lingering matters left over from the previous EPL matches. ST's Sazali Abdul Aziz joins Jonathan Roberts to discuss Liverpool's goalkeeping woes and the magic of Watford, this season's "underdogs who could". Feedback to: [email protected]   Download ST & BT podcasts for offline listening: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts   On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP   On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Life Picks   Episode 3   Duration: 5:16   Synopsis: A new weekly podcast by The Straits Times, highlighting the best films, concerts, restaurants and arts events.    We chat about The Lazy Breakfast at Andaz Singapore which features a DIY mojito bar, the Viddsee Juree Awards featuring up-and-coming film-makers, and Netflix rom-com To All The Boys I've Loved Before.    Produced by: Melissa Sim and Ernest Luis   Feedback to: [email protected]   Download ST & BT podcasts for offline listening: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts   On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP   On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Singapore Premier League takes a break for the International Friendlies. These will be the first matches under the guidance of interim coach Fandi Ahmad - who was given the role to guide the national team to and through November's Suzuki Cup. First are matches against Mauritius and Fiji. They may not sound like much, but they are ranked higher in the Fifa ranking than Singapore. Jonathan Roberts talks to correspondents Sazali Abdul Aziz and David Lee about the new line-up and the players who Fandi should also be considering... Feedback to: [email protected]   Download ST & BT podcasts for offline listening: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts   On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP   On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A film where Marina Bay Sands appears so often it should get top billing above Constance Wu and Henry Golding. Crazy Rich Asians is here and Jonathan Roberts and The New Paper's Cheow Sue-Ann go through the good, the bad and the downright ugly of this hit film. Spoilers included. Feedback to: [email protected]   Download ST & BT podcasts for offline listening: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts   On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP   On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Money Hacks   Episode 19   Duration: 8:58 mins    Synopsis: In this new podcast series for 2018, The Straits Times and The Business Times offer tips for the newcomer to the financial investment scene.   How much insurance coverage should you have and plan for? Are there principles working mothers or parents should bear in mind when it comes to financial planning, or if their income streams are affected by medical setbacks?   How important is disability income for young and new parents?   Mr Kelvin Goh, head of investments and wealth advisory, OCBC Bank, gives us good starter tips.   Produced by: Ernest Luis & Christopher Lim     Like, subscribe and rate our Money Hacks podcast on:   Spotify: http://str.sg/oeGN   iTunes: http://str.sg/oeXe   Google podcasts: http://str.sg/oeGd   Feedback to: [email protected]   Do note: Any financial or investment information in this podcast is for use in Singapore only and is intended to be for your general information. Any particular investment or decision should only be made after consulting with a fully qualified financial adviser. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why It Matters   Episode 12   Duration: 6:51 mins   Synopsis: In this new podcast series for 2018, The Straits Times takes a close look at one key news talking point each week.   Kevin Kwan, whose best-selling book inspired the new Hollywood box office hit movie Crazy Rich Asians, defaulted on his national service obligations, the Ministry of Defence said on Aug 22 in response to queries from The Straits Times.   The revelation about the 44-year-old Kwan made global headlines.   He lives in the United States and now has US citizenship. Will this revelation hurt the film's performance in Singapore? Does it detract from what is being seen as the most successful "made-with-Singapore" movie to date?   We ask Lifestyle editor Jeremy Au Yong, whose desk broke this worldwide exclusive.   Produced by: Ernest Luis   Feedback to: [email protected]   Download ST & BT podcasts for offline listening: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts   On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP   On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode, host Jonathan Roberts questions Sazali Abdul Aziz's precognitive abilities regarding Jose Mourinho. David Lee extols the virtures of Sergio Aguero and host Jonathan Roberts regrets talking down Brighton... Feedback to: [email protected]   Download ST & BT podcasts for offline listening: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts   On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP   On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Life Picks Episode 2 Duration: 7:33 mins Synopsis: A new weekly podcast by The Straits Times, highlighting the best films, concerts, restaurants and arts events. We chat about what makes Cold Stone Creamery's nasi lemak ice cream special, what songs to look forward to in Singapopera, a concert celebrating Dick Lee's musicals on Aug 25 and 26 at the Esplanade Concert Hall. There is a quick review of Netflix's romantic comedy about a couple (Lucy Liu and Taye Diggs) that gets set up by their assistants. Produced by: Melissa Sim and Ernest Luis Feedback to: [email protected]   Download ST & BT podcasts for offline listening: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts   On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP   On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Money Hacks Episode 18 Duration: 6:44 mins Synopsis: In this new podcast series for 2018, The Straits Times and The Business Times offer tips for the newcomer to the financial investment scene. How do you put together an investment portfolio as a beginner? What is a portfolio? What are equities? What are recommended periods for long-term and short-term reviews of your investment portfolio? Mr Kelvin Goh, head of investments and wealth advisory, OCBC Bank, gives us good starter tips. Produced by: Ernest Luis & Christopher Lim Like, subscribe and rate our Money Hacks podcast on:   Spotify: http://str.sg/oeGN   iTunes: http://str.sg/oeXe   Google podcasts: http://str.sg/oeGd   Feedback to: [email protected]   Do note: Any financial or investment information in this podcast is for use in Singapore only and is intended to be for your general information. Any particular investment or decision should only be made after consulting with a fully qualified financial adviser.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this second episode a review of the first weekend of the 2018/2019 EPL season with Sazali Abdul Aziz. Have Arsenal changed, are Liverpool over-confident and has Mourinho lost the plot? And then we look forward at what's hot at The Asian Games with Shamir Osman. Can Joseph Schooling get back on track and will Singapore bring home gold in... Paragliding?! Feedback to: [email protected]   Download ST & BT podcasts for offline listening: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts   On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP   On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Life Picks   Episode 1   Duration: 6:39 mins   Synopsis: A new weekly podcast by The Straits Times, highlighting the best films, concerts, restaurants and arts events.    We chat about local rappers hitting the stage at Baybeats, exhilarating acts at the Night Festival and some hits and misses of the much-anticipated film Crazy Rich Asians.    Produced by: Melissa Sim and Ernest Luis   Feedback to: [email protected]   Download ST & BT podcasts for offline listening: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts   On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP   On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why It Matters   Episode 10   Duration: 8:45 mins   Synopsis: In this new podcast series for 2018, The Straits Times takes a close look at one key news talking point each week.   As more Singaporeans come online in the Smart Nation transformation, scams via online, mobile phone and social media routes are on the rise too.   The Straits Times' senior tech correspondent Irene Tham gives basic tips and also asks if the banking industry should continue with some existing marketing practices where customers are encouraged to give information over the phone for convenience.   The public can call the National Crime Prevention Council's anti-scam helpline on 1800-722-6688 for advice on scams, or go to www.scamalert.sg   Produced by: Ernest Luis   Feedback to: [email protected]   Download ST & BT podcasts for offline listening: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts   On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP   On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Meg has stunned with its success, raking in over US$140 million (S$192 million) globally. But then, it had no competition and a PG13 monster movie with a watchable star is going to get bums on seats during a lull. Will it continue for a second week? Who knows? It’s a case of Schrodinger’s shark. Ernest Luis and Jonathan Roberts take a bite out of the big dumb shark movie. Feedback to: [email protected]   Download ST & BT podcasts for offline listening: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts   On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP   On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Money Hacks    Episode 17   Duration: 6:30 mins    Synopsis: In this new podcast series for 2018, The Straits Times and The Business Times offer tips for the newcomer to the financial investment scene.   Singaporeans love a good travel deal. The hardcore miles junkie is quite the species as they hunt and research the best ways to get the ultimate deals.   Get some good starter tips in this episode. Is it better to redeem your miles for short-haul or long-haul flights? This and more tips from Mr Anthony Seow, head of unsecured loans and cards for DBS Bank.   Produced by: Ernest Luis & Christopher Lim   Like, subscribe and rate our Money Hacks podcast on:   Spotify: http://str.sg/oeGN   iTunes: http://str.sg/oeXe   Google podcasts: http://str.sg/oeGd   Feedback to: [email protected]   Do note: Any financial or investment information in this podcast is for use in Singapore only and is intended to be for your general information. Any particular investment or decision should only be made after consulting with a fully qualified financial adviser. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why It Matters Episode 10 Duration: 7:20 mins Synopsis: In this new podcast series for 2018, The Straits Times takes a close look at one key news talking point each week. In July, National Development Minister Lawrence Wong said that the latest cooling measures for the Singapore property market - in the form of higher Additional Buyer's Stamp Duty or ABSD rates and tighter loan limits - were introduced because of concerns that the sharp recovery in private home prices "is running ahead of economic fundamentals". Have things cooled down since? What is the latest discount range developers are offering in the private market? How will the new measures affect the man in the street looking for a roof over his head in the public housing market or the family that aspires to upgrade? The Straits Times' housing correspondent Rachel Au-Yong and correspondent Grace Leong tackle these questions. Produced by: Ernest Luis Feedback to: [email protected]   Download ST & BT podcasts for offline listening: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts   On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP   On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The prospect of a Singaporean getting into the EPL has been in the news recently. But aside from the issue of deferrment of National Service, what criteria would a Singaporean have to fulfill to lay in one of the biggest football leagues in the world. Host Jonathan Roberts talks to ST Sports correspondent Sazali Abdul Aziz discuss the issue and look at the current SPL player who was unable to join the EPL. Elsewhere, the two look at the issue of Albirex Niigata winning the inaugural Singapore Premier League earlier than expected. Feedback to: [email protected]   Download ST & BT podcasts for offline listening: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts   On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP   On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Health Check Ep 4 8:40 mins Synopsis: In this fortnightly podcast series on Tuesdays, The Straits Times guides you to healthier living and debunks the myths with expert guests. This episode debunks three myths on gestational diabetes, and looks at how expectant mothers here and their spouses should take this topic more seriously, including those planning a family.   Co-hosts Joyce Teo, a correspondent with The Straits Times, and head of podcasting Ernest Luis, tackle the myths with Dr Ben Ng, an endocrinologist at Mount Elizabeth Novena Hospital. He explains that gestational diabetes is a condition where your blood sugars are abnormal during the course of pregnancy, which is caused by physiological changes and stress during the term. What is the risk factor of someone developing diabetes after gestational diabetes?   Follow more Health Check podcasts and rate us on: Spotify: http://str.sg/oeGY  Apple Podcasts: http://str.sg/oeXP  Google Podcasts: http://str.sg/oeLN  Playlist: https://str.sg/Jw7R  Website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts  Feedback to: [email protected] See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why It Matters   Episode 9   Duration: 10 mins   Synopsis: In this new podcast series for 2018, The Straits Times takes a close look at one key news talking point each week.   SingHealth's recent data breach in Singapore's worst cyber attack, has triggered questions over the country's Smart Nation initiatives.   The country's largest and most serious data breach involving the personal data of 1.5 million patients who had visited SingHealth between May 1, 2015, and July 4 this year. Among them, 160,000 people, including Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong and a few ministers, had their outpatient prescriptions stolen as well.    What could have been done better? What does it mean for the Smart Nation roadmap? Is it time to address cyber hygiene on a national level more intensely? The Straits Times' senior tech correspondent Irene Tham discusses and raises points to bear in mind for the future.   Produced by: Ernest Luis   Feedback to: [email protected]   Download ST & BT podcasts for offline listening: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts   On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP   On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest installment in what we're calling 'The Tom Cruise Death Wish Experiment' is here. Mission: Impossible - Fallout is out and features so much action it is a virtual mic drop to all other action films. Some stunts even took two years to bring to the screen. Host Jonathan Roberts is joined by Joanne Soh, deputy Lifestyle editor and chief movie reviewer of The New Paper as they plough through the Mission Impossible series and get to grips with the latest amazing Cruise actioner. He's 56, you know and Mr Roberts is extraordinarily jealous. Feedback to: [email protected]   Download ST & BT podcasts for offline listening: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts   On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP   On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Money Hacks  Episode 16 Duration: 8 mins  Synopsis: In this new podcast series for 2018, The Straits Times and The Business Times offer tips for the newcomer to the financial investment scene.  We look at a few key travel spending hacks, ways to stretch money further when travelling overseas. Should you pay in Singapore dollars when using your credit card overseas? Should you bring only one credit card abroad, and why is it not advisable to carry too much cash? Should you swop out your SIM card when overseas, and risk missing out on important bank alerts on possible fraudulent activity? What are the top things to do and not to do, especially when you key in your personal identification number (PIN) at an ATM machine overseas and something goes wrong?  Mr Anthony Seow - head of unsecured loans and cards for DBS Bank - also explains how DBS' multi-currency account can help you shop online, spend abroad or invest in markets at your preferred rate. Produced by: Ernest Luis & Christopher Lim Like, subscribe and rate our Money Hacks podcast on:   Spotify: http://str.sg/oeGN   iTunes: http://str.sg/oeXe   Google podcasts: http://str.sg/oeGd   Feedback to: [email protected]   Do note: Any financial or investment information in this podcast is for use in Singapore only and is intended to be for your general information. Any particular investment or decision should only be made after consulting with a fully qualified financial adviser. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a change to the usual program, Ernest Luis plays host as Jonathan Roberts lays down his verdict on Skyscraper, the high concept Die Hard meets The Towering Inferno action movie. Can the estimable charm of Dwayne Johnson win over our reviewer? Is this the wrong kind of disaster movie? Feedback to: [email protected]   Download ST & BT podcasts for offline listening: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts   On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP   On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After one month of football, we arrive at the World Cup Final. Giants have fallen, minnows have risen and now we look forward to a France v Croatia finale. Our panel – Jonthan Roberts, Sazali abdul Aziz and Shamir Osman – dissect the heartbreak of the semi-finals and look forward to the biggest match of all. Feedback to: [email protected]   Download ST & BT podcasts for offline listening: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts   On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP   On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Money Hacks    Episode 15   Duration: 7 mins    Synopsis: In this new podcast series for 2018, The Straits Times and The Business Times offer tips for the newcomer to the financial investment scene.    What are the common mistakes older Singaporean adults make when it comes to planning their finances for the next decade or so? Do they need to factor inflation rates and how often should they review this?   How about retirement calculators, like those by the CPF, to make good estimates? How can credit card debt be effectively reduced before reaching retirement age?   Mr Vipin Kalra, CEO of BankBazaar International, offers tips on how to do this systematically.   Produced by: Ernest Luis   Like, subscribe and rate our Money Hacks podcast on:   Spotify: http://str.sg/oeGN   iTunes: http://str.sg/oeXe   Google podcasts: http://str.sg/oeGd   Feedback to: [email protected]   Do note: Any financial or investment information in this podcast is for use in Singapore only and is intended to be for your general information. Any particular investment or decision should only be made after consulting with a fully qualified financial adviser. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the second of our World Cup Semi-Final podcasts, Jonathan Roberts and ST assisstant sports editor Rohit Brijnath discuss whether this World Cup is lacking its usual dose of mercurial talents. Feedback to: [email protected]   Download ST & BT podcasts for offline listening: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts   On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP   On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The World Cup 2018 is down to four teams. It's France v Belgium and Croatia v England, as if you didn't know. The panel discusses the journey through the quarter-finals and the semi-final match-ups.  Plus, David Lee, our man in Russia hits the streets to deliver his latest video postcard... Feedback to: [email protected]   Download ST & BT podcasts for offline listening: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts   On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP   On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Money Hacks    Episode 14   Duration: 8 mins    Synopsis: In this new podcast series for 2018, The Straits Times and The Business Times offer tips for the newcomer to the financial investment scene.    Are younger adults and millennials in Singapore value seekers, when it comes to financial services? Should they look at the CPF scheme as one good reliable and solid way to plan financially for the future?   If they want to have 10%, 20%, or even 50% more in their CPF when they retire, are they heading down the right track?   Mr Vipin Kalra, CEO of BankBazaar International, offers tips on how to approach the CPF scheme with a focused mindset.   Produced by: Ernest Luis   Like, subscribe and rate our Money Hacks podcast on:   Spotify: http://str.sg/oeGN   iTunes: http://str.sg/oeXe   Google podcasts: http://str.sg/oeGd   Feedback to: [email protected]   Do note: Any financial or investment information in this podcast is for use in Singapore only and is intended to be for your general information. Any particular investment or decision should only be made after consulting with a fully qualified financial adviser. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the Round of 16 done and dusted, host Jonathan Roberts invites ST sports correspondent Shamir Osman and SPH Head of Podcasting Ernest Luis to dissect the England match against Colombia, the Quarter-Final match-ups and give evidence on their greatest World Cup villains. And for the half-time show, Our Man in Russia, David Lee posts his latest audio postcard. Feedback to: [email protected]   Download ST & BT podcasts for offline listening: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts   On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP   On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Health Check Episode 3 Duration: 10 mins Synopsis: In this fortnightly podcast series on Tuesdays, The Straits Times guides you to healthier living and debunks the myths with expert guests. This episode targets newly-diagnosed diabetics. How they can work in an exercise routine and balance it with their new condition, or even if they had been very active marathoners previously for example. Host Ernest Luis, together with The Straits Times' correspondent Joyce Teo and assistant news editor Poon Chian Hui, discuss various tips with Dr Fadzil Hamzah, a Senior Staff Registrar with the Changi Sports Medicine Centre at Changi General Hospital, and a visiting clinician at the Singapore Sports Institute.  He is also the Director of Community Programmes for Exercise Is Medicine Singapore (EIMS). Produced by: Ernest Luis, Joyce Teo and Poon Chian Hui Follow more Health Check podcasts and rate us on: Spotify: http://str.sg/oeGY  Apple Podcasts: http://str.sg/oeXP  Google Podcasts: http://str.sg/oeLN  Playlist: https://str.sg/Jw7R  Website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts  Feedback to: [email protected]  Thank you for your support! ST & BT Podcasts picked up a silver medal for Best Digital Project to engage younger and/or millennial audiences at 2019 Asian Digital Media Awards by Wan-Ifra: https://str.sg/Jw5T  Watch a video of Podcasts on the rise in Singapore: https://youtu.be/aGJ4cbch6eQSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another Straits Times World Cup podcast. Host Jonathan Roberts is joined by ST sports correspondent Sazali Abdul Aziz and SPH head of podcasting Ernest Luis to discuss the highs and lows of the group stage (hint: nobody likes Argentina), who looks hot for the knockout stages (hint: nobody likes Argentina) and just what is the art of TV punditry?Plus David Lee has another postcard from Russia. Watch out, he attempts to sing... Feedback to: [email protected]   Download ST & BT podcasts for offline listening: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts   On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP   On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why It Matters Episode 8 Duration: 11:40 mins Synopsis: In this new podcast series for 2018, The Straits Times takes a close look at one key news talking point each week. Time magazine, The Financial Times and The Telegraph are just some of the many top news publications that featured photos of the historic June 12 Trump-Kim summit in Singapore taken by The Straits Times' executive photojournalist Kevin Lim. How did he get that prized shot? He also gives budding photographers tips on what kinds of equipment you need to capture similar scenarios at official meetings or even at sports events, since he also covered Joseph Schooling's historic triumph at the 2016 Olympics. Produced by: Ernest Luis Feedback to: [email protected]   Download ST & BT podcasts for offline listening: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts   On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP   On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Money Hacks Episode 13 Duration: 10:49 mins Synopsis: In this new podcast series for 2018, The Straits Times and The Business Times offer tips for the newcomer to the financial investment scene. Can first-time HDB home buyers take a bank loan? What are the differences between opting for a bank loan or a HDB loan? What about couples in their late 40s or 50s thinking of buying a second property for investment options? What are the considerations to factor in? What are the trends for such couples in Singapore? Ms Tok Geok Peng, head of secured lending for DBS Bank, answers our questions and lists the top three misconceptions when it comes to mortgages. Produced by: Ernest Luis & Christopher Lim Like, subscribe and rate our Money Hacks podcast on:   Spotify: http://str.sg/oeGN   iTunes: http://str.sg/oeXe   Google podcasts: http://str.sg/oeGd   Feedback to: [email protected]   Do note: Any financial or investment information in this podcast is for use in Singapore only and is intended to be for your general information. Any particular investment or decision should only be made after consulting with a fully qualified financial adviser. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's one week on since the big kick-off. While it started with Robbie Williams pitching his greatest hits album, that was swiftly followed by an extraordinary opening match and series of surprises, both good and bad. World Cup 2018 has already seen its fair share of upsets, some involving the rise of the divisive VAR technology. Host Jonathan Roberts is joined by SPH head of podcasting Ernest Luis and Stomp editor Azhar Kasman to discuss the highs and lows so far. A word of warning, Mr Kasman is a fan of Cristiano Ronaldo. Also in this episode, David Lee sends his first audio postcard from Russia where, aside from meeting the fans and reporting on the matches,  he has been getting to grips with the local food. Watch out for the next episode after the Group Stage... Feedback to: [email protected]   Download ST & BT podcasts for offline listening: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts   On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP   On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why It Matters Episode 7 Duration: 12:20 mins Synopsis: In this new podcast series for 2018, The Straits Times takes a close look at one key news talking point each week. The Singapore summit on June 12 will go down in global history as the first meeting between a sitting US president and a North Korean leader, and one which produced a denuclearisation deal. Join host and ST's deputy news editor Jeremy Au Yong as he hosts three guests in this episode. ST's Tan Tam Mei reported on the security arrangements for the summit, while Tiffany Fumiko Tay covered the hospitality plans. Did North Korean leader Kim Jong Un bring his own chef and food to The St Regis Singapore, where he stayed? How did the summit venue - the Capella Singapore - ensure more neutral colours for flower arrangements? Why were thermal cameras placed within the 12ha of lush vegetation around the Capella? Senior political correspondent Tham Yuen-C reported on what local authorities had to consider, to ensure a smooth and successful summit for both the US and North Korean delegations - right down to what would be considered visually equal treatment when it came to motorcade arrangements or the receiving party at the airport. Produced by: Jeremy Au Yong and Ernest Luis Feedback to: [email protected]   Download ST & BT podcasts for offline listening: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts   On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP   On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Health Check Episode 1 Duration: 12 mins Synopsis: In this fortnightly podcast series on Tuesdays, The Straits Times guides you to healthier living and debunks the myths with expert guests. How has Singapore's war against diabetes panned out so far? Has public awareness increased? Have commercial outlets responded favourably? What more can be done to better engage Singaporeans and help them make more informed decisions on the ground? Join ST's senior health correspondent Salma Khalik as she hosts Singapore's Health Minister Gan Kim Yong. They dissect national numbers and the various key aspects of this war against diabetes. They also discuss the kinds of sugar tax measures that might be considered. Mr Gan also reveals his own love for chicken rice and his own personal "3Rs" strategy on how to adapt and choose healthier options when eating out. He also reveals a favourite new sporting pastime, to keep fit. Produced by: Salma Khalik and Ernest Luis Follow more Health Check podcasts and rate us on: Spotify: http://str.sg/oeGY  Apple Podcasts: http://str.sg/oeXP  Google Podcasts: http://str.sg/oeLN  Playlist: https://str.sg/Jw7R  Website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts  Feedback to: [email protected]  Thank you for your support! ST & BT Podcasts picked up a silver medal for Best Digital Project to engage younger and/or millennial audiences at 2019 Asian Digital Media Awards by Wan-Ifra: https://str.sg/Jw5T  Watch a video of Podcasts on the rise in Singapore: https://youtu.be/aGJ4cbch6eQSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It has been a long 14-year wait for animation maestro Brad Bird to bring us a sequel to to 2004's ground-breaking Incredibles. Back then it was one of many peaks in the Pixar line-up. While we've been waiting for the further adventures of the Parr family, Bird has given the world Ratatouille, Mission: Impossible - Ghost Protocol and Tomorrowland. Host Jonathan Roberts and The New Paper's Joanne Soh catch up with Bob, Helen, Violet, Dash and Jack-Jack to see if this adventure is as thrilling as the first. Feedback to: [email protected]   Download ST & BT podcasts for offline listening: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts   On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP   On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why It Matters Episode 6 Duration: 13 mins Synopsis: In this new podcast series for 2018, The Straits Times takes a close look at one key news talking point each week. The Singapore Summit on June 12 will go down in global history as the first meeting between a sitting US President and a North Korean leader, and one which produced a denuclearisation deal. Join host Ernest Luis as he sums up the Trump-Kim Summit with ST's deputy news editor Jeremy Au Yong and the foreign desk's deputy editor Tan Dawn Wei. What were their key takeaways from the Summit and how well did Singapore score as host? Produced by: Ernest Luis Feedback to: [email protected]   Download ST & BT podcasts for offline listening: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts   On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP   On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Money Hacks Episode 12 Duration: 8:25 mins Synopsis: In this new podcast series for 2018, The Straits Times and The Business Times offer tips for the newcomer to the financial investment scene. How can you plan your finances better in your 40s, while keeping an eye on the future, and the cost of inflation? Is youth an asset when you're in your late 20s, when it comes to taking more financial risks to grow your money? What can you also do at the age of 18, if you want to think ahead before feeling the pressures of the rat race and putting aside financial planning till it's too late? We ask Mr Vasu Menon - vice-president and senior investment strategist (wealth management) at OCBC Bank - for his thoughts on our scenarios. Produced by: Ernest Luis & Christopher Lim Like, subscribe and rate our Money Hacks podcast on:   Spotify: http://str.sg/oeGN   iTunes: http://str.sg/oeXe   Google podcasts: http://str.sg/oeGd   Feedback to: [email protected]   Do note: Any financial or investment information in this podcast is for use in Singapore only and is intended to be for your general information. Any particular investment or decision should only be made after consulting with a fully qualified financial adviser. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why It Matters Episode 5 Duration: 8:36 mins Synopsis: In this new podcast series for 2018, The Straits Times takes a close look at one key news talking point each week. Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad has already announced that his government intends to scrap the Kuala Lumpur-Singapore high-speed rail (HSR), in a move to control government spending and reduce the nation's RM1 trillion (S$337 billion) debt burden. The Mahathir administration said that the cost of building the line, at RM110 billion (S$37 billion), is prohibitive considering the state of Malaysia's finances. The Singapore Government has said it is continuing to incur costs on the High-Speed Rail (HSR) project while it awaits clarification from Malaysia regarding its intention to scrap the HSR. The 350km rail link was expected to cut travel time between the two cities from four hours by car currently to 90 minutes when completed in 2026. Should Malaysia cancel the project, Singapore will study the implications and exercise its rights - including any right to compensation for expenses - in accordance with the terms of a bilateral agreement signed in 2016. Host and ST's deputy news editor Jeremy Au Yong dissects the issue with ST's deputy political editor Royston Sim and transport correspondent Adrian Lim. Produced by: Jeremy Au Yong & Ernest Luis Feedback to: [email protected]   Download ST & BT podcasts for offline listening: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts   On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP   On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why It Matters Episode 4 Duration: 9:40 mins Synopsis: In this new podcast series for 2018, The Straits Times takes a close look at one key news talking point each week. The issue of Singapore's top schools becoming closed circles instead of social levellers has again come under scrutiny after Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong highlighted the problem of stratification in Parliament recently. Host and ST's deputy news editor Jeremy Au Yong dissects the issue with ST's senior education correspondent Sandra Davie. Produced by: Jeremy Au Yong & Ernest Luis Feedback to: [email protected]   Download ST & BT podcasts for offline listening: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts   On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP   On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a final that Liverpool fans will probably prefer to forget. Their main striker brought down, two goalkeeping blunders and a team seeming trying to keep it together. It all ended 3-1 to Real Madrid for a record third consecutive final win. Host Jonathan Roberts (a Liverpool fan) also tries to keep it together as he discusses the aftermath and implications of that night in Kiev with ST Sports correspondent Sazali Abdul Aziz... Feedback to: [email protected]   Download ST & BT podcasts for offline listening: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts   On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP   On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Solo: A Star Wars Story has had a troubled production, with the original directors being jettisoned mid-production and rumours of the lead actor requiring acting lessons. But is it a contender for turkey of the year? Can Alden Ehrenreich act? And could there be a future character called Alabaster Funky? This and many others questions will be answered as host Jonathan Roberts, The New Paper's lead film reviewer Joanne Soh and SPH Content Lab Creative director Kelvin Chan review the early years of Han Solo. Feedback to: [email protected]   Download ST & BT podcasts for offline listening: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts   On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP   On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why It Matters  Episode 3  Duration: 10:30 mins    Synopsis: In this new podcast series for 2018, The Straits Times takes a close look at one key news talking point each week.    Recent remarks from National Development Minister Lawrence Wong that the Government is looking into the ageing Housing Board flat lease issue have been mostly welcomed by observers of the housing and property scene here in Singapore. This, even as as concerns remain over the fate of older flats. What could be the possible scenarios and solutions to consider, for both the Government and Singaporeans? Are there more ideas being explored?   Host and ST's deputy news editor Jeremy Au Yong dissects the issue with ST's political correspondent Ng Jun Sen and housing correspondent Grace Leong.   Produced by: Jeremy Au Yong & Ernest Luis   Feedback to: [email protected]   Download ST & BT podcasts for offline listening: http://str.sg/stbtpodcasts   On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP   On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/googlestbt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Money Hacks  Episode 11  Duration: 12:50 mins  Synopsis: In this new podcast series for 2018, The Straits Times and The Business Times offer tips for the newcomer to the financial investment scene.    Gibson - the famed US brand which was founded in 1902 - made headlines around the world recently when it filed for bankruptcy protection as it struggles with US$500m of debt. Is now the time to invest in high-end Gibson guitars, or even one of those holy grail of guitars - the legendary vintage "burst" Les Paul model from 1959 - which can cost quarter of a million US dollars and upwards these days.    We ask Jack and Rai, one of the most popular duos in the live gig circuit in Singapore, who have played vintage guitars, to start the debate.   Produced by: Ernest Luis & Christopher Lim     Like, subscribe and rate our Money Hacks podcast on:   Spotify: http://str.sg/oeGN   iTunes: http://str.sg/oeXe   Google podcasts: http://str.sg/oeGd   Feedback to: [email protected]   Do note: Any financial or investment information in this podcast is for use in Singapore only and is intended to be for your general information. Any particular investment or decision should only be made after consulting with a fully qualified financial adviser. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.