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This week, we come face to face with the outspoken and controversial Singapore athlete and SEA Games gold medalist, Soh Rui Yong. Never one to mince words, he reveals what he thinks about comments that he’s arrogant, the origins of his competitive drive, and also explains why he’s offering 700 packets of chicken rice as a prize for his 2.4km Challenge. Find us here! Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Find Soh Rui Yong here: Facebook account Instagram account Official Website and Blog Soh's GoGetFunding campaign Commentary: Soh Rui Yong’s 2.4km challenge tapped into our love-hate relationship with the distance | CNA Here are our one SHIOK things! The Master: The Long and Beautiful Game of Roger Federer Atlanta Season 1 Official Trailer YLB Ep 206

Recently, an ex-employee of Facebook, Frances Haugen, testified at a US Senate hearing about how there is no accountability within Facebook’s leadership with regards to the harm caused to users of the social media platform. Is Facebook really as evil as it sounds? Also, users found that “Ask Jamie”, the AI chatbot service that answers FAQs on most SG government services websites, will dole out safe sex advice whenever asked about positive COVID-19 tests. The Ministry of Health has since taken down the chatbot on their website, but what caused the glitch in the first place? Find us here! Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Whistleblower claims Facebook puts profits before people Facebook Whistleblower: What You Need to Know | Time 4 takeaways from Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen's testimony : NPR Facebook and WhatsApp outage: Downtime and whistleblower testimony renew focus on dangers of Facebook’s global reach Frances Haugen on 60 Minutes: Why the Facebook whistleblower leak is different from its other PR crises - Vox Mark Zuckerberg hits back at Facebook whistleblower claims | The Guardian The Facebook Files - WSJ What the Wall Street Journal Got Wrong - About Facebook Telegram founder says over 70 million new users joined during Facebook outage Government chatbot “Jamie” doles out safe sex advice MOH temporarily disables Ask Jamie chatbot after 'misaligned replies' - CNA One Shiok Comment Comment by u/Flocculencio Comment by markliao8 One Shiok Thing Sengkang residents in awe as hundreds of migratory starlings flock & swirl in a beautiful dance Midnight Mass | Official Trailer | Netflix

Recently in Parliament, Minister Shanmugam pressed opposition MP Raeesah Khan to divulge more details about a claim she had made about the police’s poor management of a case of sexual assault. Khan refused, reasoning that she needed to maintain confidentiality. Who’s right or wrong? Also, a community of wild chickens has appeared in Dover Close, dividing residents’ opinions about wildlife in their estate. What will be the fate of these free-range chickens? Find us here! Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Police to interview Raeesah Khan over claims in Parliament Shanmugam: Police to interview Raeesah Khan over mishandling of rape report claim after she refuses to divulge info - Mothership Shanmugam asks WP's Raeesah Khan for details on allegations of police mishandling rape case - CNA Police to speak to Raeesah over alleged rape victim's claims Supporting Victims of Sexual Crime - MHA's YouTube channel Workers' Party motion on gender equality passed in Parliament with amendment from PAP MP - CNA Helping rape victims in Singapore who come forward - The Straits Times Wild chickens divide the community at Dover Close Dover Close residents' split views on wild fowls that moved into the estate during pandemic - Mothership.SG Sin Ming estate chickens to be moved to Seletar farm after WFH residents complain they're noisy - Mothership.SG All chickens in the world descended from red junglefowl species native to S'pore - Mothership.SG One Shiok Comment Comment by RockGroundBreaking42 Comment by Lepak-King One Shiok Thing Red Light, Green Light Instagram filter created by dude.sg Midnight Mass | Official Trailer | Netflix

The Active Mobility Advisory Panel, tasked by the SG government with reviewing rules for on-road cycling, has concluded that bicycle registration and licensing of cyclists are not recommended. Why was this done in spite of the increasing number of incidents between motorists and cyclists? Also, a social worker has singled out the Mediacorp talk show ‘Hear U Out’ as “immoral” for exposing their guests’ private family disputes. We discuss whether it’s really “immoral” as he claims. Find us here! Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! SG panel rejects the idea of bicycle registration No bicycle registration needed; motorists should keep 1.5m distance when passing cyclists: Panel Road users welcome 'fair' proposals for cycling rules but some want tougher measures Social worker lambasts Mediacorp talk show as “immoral” S’pore social worker says shows like ‘Hear U Out’ are ‘immoral’ for exposing people’s private matters Chantalle Ng was once hospitalised for a week after her father hit her Huang Yiliang's heart 'ripped to shreds' by Chantalle Ng's abuse allegations One Shiok Comment Comment by tiramisu-matcha Comment thread on YLB subreddit One Shiok Thing Coldplay X BTS - My Universe Take That - Back for Good (Official 4K Video)

Singapore’s annual Population in Brief report revealed that total population fell 4.1% to 5.45 million as a result of COVID-19. We discuss the numbers and why it’s alarming for SG’s future. Also, runner Soh Rui Yong is in the news again, but this time for launching a crowdfunding campaign to raise $180,000 to pay for damages and legal fees in his defamation suit vs. fellow runner Ashley Liew. Why are people so incensed by this? Find us here! Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Singapore population registers record drop S'pore total population falls 4.1% due to Covid-19, largest year-on-year drop since data collected in 1970 - Mothership.SG How Covid-19 and other trends hit Singapore's population - in 8 charts - The Straits Times Debrief: Population decline raises issues around Singapore society, identity - The Straits Times Runner Soh Rui Yong crowdfunding $180,000 for legal fees Marathoner Soh Rui Yong crowdfunding at least S$180,000 to pay Ashley Liew over defamation suit - Mothership.SG Blogpost: $180,000 Crowdfunding Appeal - Help Me Win This Case One Shiok Comment Comment by _jwee Comment by MISSYhelpla One Shiok Thing This Video Has 36,950,101 Views - YouTube Escape The Undertaker | Official Trailer | Netflix

As quickly as we embarked on a COVID-endemic strategy, Singapore has tightened restrictions on social gatherings once again. It’s not the first time we’ve clamped down to reduce the spread, but why is there so much more frustration this time? In other news, the co-founder of indie bookstore BooksActually, a longstanding bastion of Singapore literature, was accused by several female ex-employees of misconduct in a bombshell exposé published by Rice Media over the weekend. Was the SingLit community complicit in letting this open secret slide? Love from our sponsor - MANSCAPED This episode is brought to ya by Manscaped who is the best in men’s below-the-waist grooming champions of the world ➤ Get 20% OFF @manscaped+ Free Shipping with promo code YLB at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod Find us here! ➤ Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes ➤ Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Singapore tightens COVID restrictions Singapore reports a record 1,939 new COVID-19 cases, 2 more deaths - CNA Singapore Returns to Work-From-Home as Covid Cases Surge - Bloomberg 'This is poor planning': Covid-19 home recovery patients voice confusion, frustration over what to do - The Straits Times Daily Covid-19 cases to hit over 3,000 if unchecked, straining hospitals already under ‘tremendous pressure’: Task force - TODAY Covid-19: A mask-off scenario in Singapore only possible in 1-2 years, says expert BC's Restart: A plan to bring us back together BooksActually co-founder accused of misconduct by ex-employees Built on uneasy compromises: The young women behind BooksActually speak up BooksActually's Kenny Leck apologises for 'causing pain' after female ex-employees allege misconduct - The Straits Times Facebook Post by Kenny Leck BooksActually saga: Sing Lit Station ends partnership NAC says it has no existing partnerships with BooksActually, amid allegations over bookstore’s co-founder Kenny Leck LATEST: Joint Letter About BooksActually from Math Paper Press Authors Our one SHIOK comments ➤ Thread on YLB Ep #210 ➤ Comment by kish_speed Here are our one SHIOK things! ➤ Zircon Lounge - Strangers ➤ Vienna's Radical Idea? Affordable Housing For All

And we thought our jobs were tough! This week, we speak to Paul Laurence, a Singaporean who clears unexploded RPGs, landmines and IEDs in war-torn countries for a living. After a long career in the SAF, Paul has worked as a deminer in places such as Afghanistan, South Sudan, Iraq, Somalia and Papau New Guinea. We read about him in an eye-opening feature in Rice Media, and really wanted to know: what does he now think about the stuff we complain about in Singapore? Find us here! Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! The Rice Media feature that got us talking! Meet Paul, The Singaporean Who Cleared Taliban Landmines In Afghanistan Here are our one SHIOK things! Dante Chen vs. Trey Baxter: WWE NXT 2.0, Sept. 21, 2021 This Will NEVER Happen Again || The WORLD RECORD That Will Stand Forever (G.O.A.T Athlete) Paralympics: Tokyo 2020 was 'highly successful Games' for Singapore, says chef de mission

This week, Workers’ Party MP Jamus Lim wades into the argument on whether SG should continue its mask mandate in a FB post, triggering a fierce debate online. We also spoke to MMA fighter Victoria Lee, the teenage sensation who burst onto the scene in 2021 with 2 consecutive victories in ONE Championship. With heavy expectations weighing on the 17-year-old’s shoulders as Angela Lee and Christian Lee’s younger sister, we discuss the pressures of juggling school work and fighting, and what a normal day is like for a family of fighters. Find us here! Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Opposition MP Jamus Lim questions masks outdoors Jamus Lim's FB post COVID-19: Remove mask mandate outdoors, says MP Jamus Lim Calls grow among experts in Singapore for mandatory vaccination as Covid-19 cases spike The Impact of Mask Distribution and Promotion on Mask Uptake and COVID-19 in Bangladesh Largest study of masks yet details their importance in fighting Covid-19 Research - Government trust, perceptions of COVID-19 and behaviour change We talk to MMA fighter Victoria Lee Victoria Lee's next fight for ONE Championship this Fri, 24 Sep ONE domination a family affair but Lee siblings focused on their own journeys MMA: Victoria Lee, 16, wins by submission on her One Championship debut Victoria Lee's IG page One Shiok Comment YLB Subreddit thread for Ep209 (about the SAF general) Post from kosherjelly One Shiok Thing Marvel Studios’ Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings - Trailer 这个那个 (The Caifan Song) | The Ann & Ben Show Ep 3

At the end of the year, a Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) General, Tan Chee Wee, will be appointed chief executive of the Early Childhood Development Agency (ECDA). We debate whether a high-ranking military officer really has the competence and knowledge to oversee SG’s pre-school sector. Also, an enrichment centre behind a PR campaign involving clowns loitering around outside primary schools has apologised for the panic caused. What gives? Love from our sponsor - MANSCAPED This episode is brought to ya by Manscaped, the best in men’s below-the-waist grooming champions of the world! Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code "YLB" at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod Find us here! ➤ Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes ➤ Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! SAF General to head SG's early childhood agency SAF's first inspector-general to oversee S'pore's pre-school sector from Dec 15 Ah Boys To CEOs: An Academic’s View Of Singapore’s Military Elite Clown PR stunt gets backlash from public and police 'Viral marketing nonsense': Speech Academy Asia apologises for clown stunt outside primary schools Multiple police reports lodged against 'clowns' approaching children at primary schools Philips' guerrilla bear stunt backfires in Singapore Our one SHIOK comments ➤ Comment by u/Pillybaxtoodles ➤ Comment by flylikeawind Here are our one SHIOK things! ➤ Super League rage, Ronaldo mania and the fight for the soul of Manchester United ➤ A throng of Internet sleuths are on the Gabby Petito case. Why has it sparked so much interest? (not really a "shiok" thing, reader discretion is advised)

Since the bombshell news about the closure of Yale-NUS, we’ve not heard directly from actual students about how they’re coping with the loss. So we connected with Ethel Pang, a final-year student at Yale-NUS, to find out what she and her peers have been doing since learning of the school’s imminent closure. Also, she shares her views about Minister Chan Chun Sing’s explanation in parliament about the issue, and gives a glimpse of what Yale-NUS students and faculty are planning for their next steps. Find us here! Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! The Yale-NUS Closure Merger of Yale-NUS, USP will mean more affordable, accessible education, says Chan Chun Sing Yale-NUS closure: No consultation due to 'sensitive' issues Petition · NUS – Reverse the Mergers and #NoMoreTopDown Here are our one SHIOK things! This Is What The Surface Of Venus Sounds Like Joe Rogan chatting with Bret Weinstein The "Male Gaze" is Why You're Ugly Till next time, peace!

At the recent livestreamed parliamentary debate, a hot mic caught part of a private conversation between several MPs, in which Minister Vivian Balakrishnan had allegedly labelled opposition politician Leong Mun Wai “illiterate”. The minister has since written a FB post revealing that he has apologized to Leong for his remarks, so why are SGeans online making a ruckus about this? Also, we discuss the new copyright laws that will grant rights to photos taken to the photographers by default, rather than to the commissioning party. How will this affect your wedding photos? Love from our sponsor - Disney+! This episode is brought to ya by Disney+ and their show "Only Murders in the Building". It's a comedy-mystery series revolving around a true-crime podcast! We've watched the episodes that are out and it's GOOD. New episodes drop every Tue, so check them out! ➤ https://www.disneyplus.com/ Find us here! ➤ Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes ➤ Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Minister Vivian Balakrishnan’s “illiterate” insult goes viral S'pore Parliament session lasted 13.5 hours till 12.30am on Sep. 15, 2021 CECA debate: Hot mic catches 'illiterate', 'lousy school' remarks Vivian Balakrishnan apologises to Leong Mun Wai over comments Google Cache of original Yahoo article SGeans worry about how the new Copyright Act will affect their weddings Rights to wedding photos will belong to photographers by default with Copyright Act changes Our one SHIOK comments ➤ Comment by muffinmaaan ➤ Comment by OK-Maintenance-4414 Here are our one SHIOK things! ➤ Power Rangers on YouTube ➤ Craig Ferguson fun with guests compilation - part #1

A recent feature by CNA highlights a trend of more young, single Singaporeans moving out from their parents’ homes to live in their own rental spaces. We discuss if this is a good idea, how COVID has changed things, and delve into our own experiences for answers. Also, athlete Soh Rui Yong has supposedly angered commando soldiers with his open challenge to run 2.4km in under 7 minutes. But is this spat just a further extension of this viral marketing stunt? Love from our sponsor! This episode is brought to ya by Zenyum, who make invisible braces. There's a promo for Sept: 9/9 Smiley Sale $100 off, till 19 Sept (T&Cs apply). So check 'em out! ➤ https://bit.ly/zenyum_invisible_braces! Find us here! ➤ Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes ➤ Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Why young, single SGeans are moving out earlier The Big Read: Affluent and craving space to grow, more single millennials leave the nest for greater freedom Athlete Soh Rui Yong’s publicity stunt angers commandos Soh Rui Yong issues challenge to run 2.4km in less than 7min Soh Rui Yong claims some 'black sheep' Commandos & 'keyboard warriors' tried to smear him Our one SHIOK comments ➤ Comment by LeStench ➤ Comment by [deleted] Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ Emma Raducanu discusses winning the 2021 US Open ➤ Ronaldo strikes as United hit Newcastle for four

We talk about the recent calls for Singapore’s Paralympians to be awarded the same sweet $1,000,000 reward that Olympians receive for winning gold. Also, Simu Liu and Shang-Chi might get cancelled in China for something he said in an interview 4 years ago. Is the anger justified? Find us here! Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Paralympic gold only worth 20% of Olympic gold? Yip Pin Xiu has 5 Paralympic gold medals, but her total award is equivalent to 1 Olympic medal. Why? The Paralympics strive for inclusion. But some rules unfairly exclude athletes with severe disabilities The number of companies congratulating world record breaker Yip Pin Xiu is absolutely incredible Facebook post by Tommy Koh Paralympians now paid same as Olympians for winning medals US Paralympic athletes will receive equal pay for the first time at the Tokyo Olympics Simu Liu might get cancelled in China Simu Liu Accused Of “Insulting China” After 2017 Interview Shows Him Calling China “Third World" ‘Shang-Chi’ is a box office hit and a milestone for Asian representation—but fans in China may never see it One Shiok Comment Comment by u/AI_Killeu Comment by Valuable-Economy-327 One Shiok Thing "SELFIE" by Porta dos Fundos WRS' Name Our Giant Panda Cub

From conspiracy theorists group-buying ivermectin, to even PM Lee’s wife Ho Ching herself publicly questioning MOH’s decision to stop announcing the number of unlinked cases, it seems like everyone has differing opinions on Singapore’s COVID strategy. Are Singaporeans ready to live with COVID? Also, a series of bad online reviews of restaurant Mentai-Ya leads the business owner to uncover a smear campaign that implicates one of his competitors. Find us here! Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Ho Ching questions MOH decision MOH to stop providing number of linked, unlinked COVID cases Facebook post by Ho Ching People in S'pore buying ivermectin drug typically used to treat horses to prevent catching Covid-19 Ivermectin not approved as treatment for Covid-19, consumers strongly advised not to self-medicate: HSA Facebook post by Ong Ye Kung Indonesians ignore warnings in rush to buy anti-parasite drug for Covid-19 Malaysia's Hospitals Are Overwhelmed by COVID. Politicians Are Pushing Ivermectin to Cure It. Reddit thread of one Singaporean's COVID experience Fake F&B reviews exposes smear campaign Internet bullies led business owner to some disturbing findings One Shiok Comment Comment by marcwjacob Comment by Designer_Year_5884 One Shiok Thing "Informer" web series by VICE The Matrix Resurrections: First Full Trailer on Thursday, Teaser Website Launches

In response to the recent spike in COVID cases, the Ministry of Health advised that all individuals should limit themselves to one social gathering a day, while social gatherings and interactions at workplaces will not be allowed from 8th September. What does this mean for Singapore’s plan to become COVID-endemic and to open up further? Also, a study of data by a UK mattress provider places Singapore as the “most fatigued” country in the world. Are we truly the most tired nation on the planet? Love from our sponsor! This episode is brought to ya by Zenyum, who make invisible braces. There's a promo for Sept: 9/9 Smiley Sale $100 off, with T&Cs apply. So check 'em out ➤ https://bit.ly/zenyum_invisible_braces! Find us here! ➤ Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes ➤ Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! MOH encourages limits on social gatherings Singapore facing increasing likelihood of 'exponential rise' in COVID-19 cases, quick action needed: MOH Covid-19: Workplace social gatherings banned from Sept 8; public urged to reduce non-essential social activities for 2 weeks Bus interchange Covid-19 clusters likely to be workplace transmission: Kenneth Mak Lawrence Wong's FB post on needing everyone's "cooperation to reduce R" Singapore "most fatigued" country S'pore most tired country in the world Singapore is 'most fatigued' country in the world – and we’re tired of it Our one SHIOK comments ➤ Comment by GlitteringMall3529 ➤ Comment by jonlim02 Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ No Time To Die Trailer ➤ Honest Government Ad | Carbon Capture and Storage

What a strange week it’s been, with that August rain and chilly weather! Mainstream media had a field day when the world’s #1 podcaster Joe Rogan announced on IG that he contracted COVID-19. What did people have to say about the most prominent proponent of vaccine hesitancy getting the virus, and what medicine did he actually take to get better? Closer to home, the search for a missing senior citizen ended sadly in the basement car park stairwell of SingPost Centre, where his body was found 5 days after his disappearance. We try to make sense of the strange circumstances around this case. Love from our sponsor! This episode is brought to ya by Manscaped, the best in men’s below-the-waist grooming champions of the world! Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code "YLB" at MANSCAPED.com! #ad #manscapedpod Find us here! ➤ Our IG to check out our well-exfoliated faces ➤ Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Joe Rogan gets COVID Joe Rogan has Covid – and his treatment will make health experts feel ill Joe Rogan, A Podcasting Giant Who Has Been Dismissive of Vaccination, Has Covid White House blasts Joe Rogan for discouraging vaccination on his podcast Here's Why Joe Rogan's COVID Treatment Is Problematic Ariel Helwani Unloads On Joe Rogan & Brendan Schaub Over Rumors Mysterious Death at SingPost SingPost Centre death: How the elderly man could have ended up in the stairwell Man, 45, drowns after he allegedly accepted dare to swim across S'pore River in Boat Quay during 7th month Our one SHIOK comments Comment by royscn Comment by sha7reef Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ No-Armed Table Tennis Player Ibrahim Hamadtou Against Park Hong-kyu | Table Tennis | Tokyo 2020 ➤ The EVOLUTION Of Cristiano Ronaldo At Manchester United! Links about Mental Health Getting help National Care Hotline: 1800-202-6868 Mental well-being Fei Yue’s Online Counselling Service: eC2.sg Institute of Mental Health’s Mental Health Helpline: 6389-2222 Samaritans of Singapore: 1800-221-4444 Silver Ribbon Singapore: 6385-3714 Tinkle Friend: 1800-274-4788 Counselling TOUCHline (Counselling): 1800-377-2252 Care Corner Counselling Centre: 1800-353-5800 Peace!

This week, we had the chance to pick the brain of 1 of the 3 men behind Singapore’s #1 podcast, OKLETSGO, Dzar Ismail! He talks about the difference between being a radio DJ and a podcaster, tips for anyone looking to create their own podcast, and what to do when the President of Singapore demands an apology from you! It goes for 2 hours, so you know we went DEEP! Find us here! Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Find Dzar Ismail here! OKLETSGO Instagram, and Spotify Plan B Instagram and Spotify NJU Instagram and Spotify Here are our one SHIOK things for this ep! #1698 - Neill Blomkamp | The Joe Rogan Experience Smartless on Spotify Mantis Shrimp Packs a Punch | Predator in Paradise

It's our 200th episode!!! And we are discussing EPIC topics! In the National Day Rally, PM Lee asserted that it is “entirely baseless” to claim that “Chinese privilege” exists in Singapore; an assertion that eclipsed the rest of the content of his speech. What was that and all the ensuing hoo-hah about? Also, Yale-NUS shocked everyone last Friday by announcing that the school would be merged with NUS’s USP program, effectively closing the school down for good. Students and faculty mourned the decision, while some online commentators rejoiced the shuttering of our first liberal arts college. But what does this decision really mean for all the stakeholders involved? Find us here! Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! PM Lee's take on "Chinese Privilege" Maintenance of Racial Harmony Act planned in Singapore National Day Rally 2021: ‘Entirely baseless’ to claim there is Chinese privilege in S’pore, says PM Lee Singapore will pass new laws to combat racism, workplace discrimination: PM Lee PMO | National Day Rally 2021 (Chinese) Yale-NUS closing down NUS to merge Yale-NUS and University Scholars Programme into new college; engineering and design schools to be combined Few Senior Figures had a Voice in Yale-NUS and USP Merger Decision Yale-NUS College to close in 2025 Before NTU, There Was Nantah. Have We Forgotten How Students Struggled To Save It From Demise? One Shiok Comment Comment by pillybaxtoodles Comment by Hayata One Shiok Thing 𝙳𝙴𝙽𝙴𝚂𝚃𝙴𝚁 , the Parkour experts Ronaldo likes water

US Vice-President Kamala Harris’ first official trip overseas was to Singapore - a big deal in bilateral relations. Why did her visit ruffle so many feathers of Chinese netizens, such that they would label Singaporeans as “bootlickers”? And why did Seah Kian Peng, NTUC Fairprice CEO’s bad joke about Kamala Harris’ name upset many other people? Also, OnlyFans U-turns on its recent decision to ban sexually explicit content. What gives? Will creators ever trust OnlyFans based on these recent events? Find us here! Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Kamala Harris' Trip to Singapore Singapore branded 'running dogs' and 'bootlicker' by Chinese netizens as Kamala Harris' Southeast Asia visit draws ire What US Vice-President Kamala Harris did in Singapore on Monday PM Lee Hsien Loong, US Vice-President Kamala Harris hail robust, enduring S'pore-US partnership Seah Kian Peng discovers Kamala is 'alamak' spelt backwards, deletes 'not appropriate' post subsequently US, China accuse each other of 'bullying' nations Full interview: Singapore Foreign Affairs Minister Vivian Balakrishnan on US-Singapore relations US Vice President Kamala Harris' trip from Singapore to Vietnam delayed over 'anomalous health incident' in Hanoi OnlyFans' U-turn on its decision to ban porn OnlyFans Drops Planned Porn Ban, Will Allow Sexually Explicit Content OnlyFans founder blames banks for ban on porn If OnlyFans falls, so does porn as we know it One Shiok Comment Comment by pillybaxtoodles Comment by KimJiHoon One Shiok Thing Inseparable: Ten Years Joined At The Head TeamSG's Yip Pin Xiu's full race as she wins GOLD in Women's 100m Backstroke S2

Over the NDP weekend, on Facebook, Minister Shanmugam shared a Malaysia army video that was released during NDP 2021, and highlighted that the bulk of the video was in English, insinuating that it was a targeted message. This caused some angry reactions from Singaporeans online, but also left some people puzzled as to what the big deal was. Also, a doctor accused of molestation in 2017 was finally acquitted of his charges after 4 years. However, this leaves us with the question: what should happen to the accuser? Find us here! Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Malaysia army video released during NDP Malaysia posts English-language military video coincidentally during Singapore's NDP; Shanmugam notices Post by MP Shanmugam Entire SAF Was Mobilised 27 Years Ago, Due To Joint Military Exercise In Johor Doctor acquitted of molestation charges after 4 years 'It was humiliating': Doctor acquitted of molestation charges tells of painful experience [Feb 2020] Anaesthetist charged with molesting woman at Mount Elizabeth Hospital four times in one evening I'm sick of Singaporean men being put down in this country - Reddit link How false accusations mess things up for EVERYONE. - Reddit link SMU molestation case: Accused didn't think victim meant it when she said 'stop' One Shiok Comment Comment by pornsubmod_throwaway Comment by sanictaels One Shiok Thing Six figures in 6 days MyKayla Skinner's YouTube channel

On 19th August, the Singapore government announced Vaccinated Travel Lanes to Germany and Brunei; it will be the first time SG residents can go for quarantine-free leisure travel since we shut our borders last March. Sounds good, but why are people still upset about this? Elsewhere, the subscription site OnlyFans upsets its huge base of content creators and users by announcing that it will block sexually explicit photos and videos from October due to pressure from “banking partners and payment providers”. Find us here! Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Singapore's new Vaccinated Travel Lanes Singapore to launch its first vaccinated travel lanes with Germany and Brunei OnlyFans bans sexually explicit content OnlyFans to bar sexually explicit videos starting in October OnlyFans porn ban a 'kick in the teeth' for creators - BBC News Full statement from OnlyFans OnlyFans policy change disappoints Australian creators OnlyFans promotes its SFW app as it seeks funding at a $1B+ valuation One Shiok Comment Comment by Flocculencio Comment by Pseudein One Shiok Thing Watching the Watchers Luc Longley and the missing chapter of "The Last Dance"

Heavy, heavy topics this week, as we dissect the timeline of the US withdrawal from Afghanistan and ask: how did the country get back to this situation, 20 years after 9/11? Also, about a year after the story first broke, the sordid details of the allegations against YouTuber Dee Kosh are finally revealed, and it goes way deeper than expected. PLUS, Haresh directly addresses recent criticism of him as “inauthentic”!! Find us here! Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! SUPPORT us by listening/rating our Audible audio pilot, Life Exchange: https://www.audible.com/pd/Life-Exchange-Podcast/B094L5W823 US Withdrawal from Afghanistan Timeline of U.S. Withdrawal from Afghanistan - FactCheck.org U.S. left Afghan airfield at night, didn’t tell new commander How will the Taleban's comeback in Afghanistan affect Singapore and the region? Lee Kuan Yew on Afghanistan in 2009: Trying to make a country out of Afghanistan is a distraction How you can help Afghanistan's refugees, women, and children in crisis Dee Kosh Charged Former DJ Dee Kosh charged with sexually exploiting young person and other sex-related offences One Shiok Comment Comment by hotgarbagecomics Comment by spiderman015 One Shiok Thing London Grammar - Hey Now (Live) Power Rangers x TMNT

Another week, another guest! This week, we talk to Radio DJ / singer-songwriter / podcast host Joshua Simon as he gets personal about his moving story of coming out to family, and shares more about his newest single, “We Are Done”, coming out this week! He also goes deep into where LGBTQ representation in Singapore is at, and why he will never forget his half hour interviewing Katy Perry. Find us here! Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Find Joshua Simon here! Instagram, YouTube, Spotify The SG Boys Podcast Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! Season 1 Trailer | KIPO AND THE AGE OF WONDERBEASTS The Amazing Showman WE ARE DONE by Joshua Simon on Spotify Peace!

Following allegations that one of its editors had said "viewers did not like watching darker-skinned presenters" to former BBC journalist Sharanjit Leyl , Mediacorp fired back with its own statement. But what can we make of Mediacorp’s response? Elsewhere, a Japanese softballer is going to have her gold medal replaced with a fresh one after the mayor of her hometown was photographed posing with and biting her medal. Find us here! Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! SUPPORT US by listening/rating our Audible audio pilot, Life Exchange: https://www.audible.com/pd/Life-Exchange-Podcast/B094L5W823 Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! Undone - Official Trailer Transformers: The Movie 35th Anniversary Peace!

We talk to Singaporean rapper sensation Yung Raja, whose most recent claim to fame was having his song “Mami” featured on The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon. We chart his meteoric rise in the media scene, from a teenage actor on local TV shows like “Fighting Spiders” to winning an Asian Academy Creative Award for hosting an international MTV program. And we also talk about what it means to be an “Artist” vs. a “Sellout”. Find us here! Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Find Yung Raja here! Instagram, YouTube, Spotify His fashion label Peace Oeuvre Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! MESSI AT BARCELONA: THE ULTIMATE HISTORY Songs of National Day by zaobao What each of us can do by Bill Gates Peace!

On Aug 10 2021, Singapore will enter the next phase of COVID19 restrictions, but for the better! But if you’re not vaccinated, you’ll have a lot less freedom. What are the differences? Should we be hopeful, or should we expect another lockdown? Elsewhere, Nas Daily is coming under a barrage of fire in the Philippines, but is there more than meets the eye? Love from our sponsor! This episode is brought to ya by Zenyum, who make invisible braces. Use promo code "YahLahButZenyum" for SGD156 off, valid till 20 Aug 2021. So check 'em out ➤ https://bit.ly/zenyum_invisible_braces! Find us here! Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! Dr Jason Leong Hashtag Blessed | Official Trailer | Netflix India's Neeraj Chopra wins historic gold after 87.58m throw Peace!

We talk to stand-up comedian Dr Jason Leong from across the causeway about his journey giving up medicine for comedy, and how he’s been adapting since COVID19 hit the live performance scene (hint: he’s been killing it online, and even released his own Netflix special last year). We also talk about how much he loves Singapore. For real. Find us here! Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Find Dr Jason Leong here! Instagram, YouTube, Twitter & Facebook His Netflix Special "Hashtag Blessed" | Trailer Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! Men's High Jump Final UFC 265: Lewis vs Gane Malaysia Men’s Doubles win Badminton Bronze Peace!

A viral CCTV video uploaded by local actor Nick Mikhail showed safe distancing officers and ambassadors entering his home without a warrant, under suspicion of COVID-19 breaches. URA fired back, but did they dig a bigger hole for themselves? What powers do safe distancing folk have anyway? Elsewhere, a Govt poster for NDP that showed an Indian family stirred up racist comments online, but is it fair criticism? Love from our sponsor! This episode is brought to ya by Zenyum, who make invisible braces. Use promo code "YahLahButZenyum" for SGD156 off, valid till 20 Aug 2021. So check 'em out ➤ https://bit.ly/zenyum_invisible_braces! Find us here! ➤ Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes ➤ Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ Must-Try KWAY CHAP | A 40 Years Traditional Kway Chap Hawker ➤ Eurosport's "The Secrets of the 100m World Record” Peace!

Last week, “Black Widow” star actress Scarlett Johansson sued Disney for breaching their contract after it streamed the film at the same time as its cinema release. A big part of it has to do with money and earnings, but with Hollywood big names supporting her, is there more to it? Elsewhere, dating apps are allowing Singaporeans to display their vaccination status, but in the US, an anti-vaxx dating app is pulled from the app store. WTF is going on? Find us here! ➤ Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes ➤ Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ Victoria Lee’s MMA Win ➤ Paolo Nutini - Iron Sky Peace!

Last week, arguably the greatest ever gymnast, Simone Biles, pulled out of the Olympic games, citing mental health concerns. Following that, the Internet was abuzz with heaps of praise for her and her bravery. But there were the naysayers too, who called her a "quitter". Is that justified? Elsewhere, Olympic champion Schooling failed to advance in his pet event and exited the games, but is it fair to criticise him? Find us here! ➤ Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes ➤ Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ Microsoft Flight Simulator Game ➤ All or Nothing Manchester City | Trailer Peace!

During the parliamentary sitting on 26 Jul, MPs Lawrence Wong and Ong Ye Kung spoke of potential easing of restrictions, but only for vaccinated people. Since then, a petition was started against that policy by an anti-vaxxer. Is it really discrimination or are they over reacting? Elsewhere, singer Pink has offered to pay the fines of the Norwegian team, but the over-sexualisation of female athletes is getting buzz at the Olympics. Fair or too extreme? Find us here! ➤ Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes ➤ Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ Reaching people on the internet in 2021 - The Oatmeal ➤ John Mayer interview on Apple Music Peace!

After political debate, an online petition, and much chatter online, it was announced that NDP 2021 is postponed to 21 Aug, with the fireworks and fighter jet displays cancelled. But is that fair? Are people still pissed? Elsewhere, a viral video showed a woman in Hougang forcing a delivery rider to take the next HDB lift. The reason - COVID19. Rude or justifiable? Find us here! ➤ Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes ➤ Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ Griff - Save Your Tears in the Live Lounge ➤ Quentin Tarantino on Joe Rogan’s Podcast Peace!

On 22 July 2021, the whole of Singapore reverts back to Phase 2 Heightened Alert (a.k.a PATOOHA) and people are pissed. But Minister of Health Ong Ye Kung explains that it’s not because of the KTV cluster - it’s the cluster at Jurong Port Fishery + 200,000 unvaccinated seniors. So how do people feel about that? On a related note, a petition to cancel NDP has gotten more than 35,000 signatures (and counting). Should it still carry on? Find us here! ➤ Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes ➤ Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ Jeff Bezos in space ➤ 10 Minutes of Perfection - Fleabag Peace!

On 19 July 2021, the whole of Singapore had to confront the gruesome reality that a Sec 4 student attacked and caused the death of a Sec 1 student at River Valley High School. It’s so tragic, and so unfamiliar to Singapore. We try to wrap our heads around this still developing story. On a more light-hearted note, Singapore's secretive intelligence agency (SID) goes public with their recruitment drive. Is this ironic, or the new way forward? If you or someone you know needs help: Getting help National Care Hotline: 1800-202-6868 Mental well-being Fei Yue’s Online Counselling Service: eC2.sg Institute of Mental Health’s Mental Health Helpline: 6389-2222 Samaritans of Singapore: 1800-221-4444 Silver Ribbon Singapore: 6385-3714 Tinkle Friend: 1800-274-4788 Counselling TOUCHline (Counselling): 1800-377-2252 Care Corner Counselling Centre: 1800-353-5800 Find us here! ➤ Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes ➤ Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ Warrior Movie - Trailer ➤ Quiet Place 2 - Trailer Peace!

Within a few days, Singapore has gone from “ready to open up” to “wtf is going on?” with the still-developing COVID-19 cluster at KTVs. Aside from the climbing numbers, a lot of questions are being asked about the people involved, the fact that KTVs were still operating, and how this will impact restrictions. Elsewhere, a Mediacorp actress forgets her car and she gets 4 articles in mainstream media. Why? Find us here! ➤ Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes ➤ Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ Model Railroader Channel ➤ Jerry Seinfeld on Tim Ferriss’ podcast Peace!

It’s Climate Action Week here in Singapore (did you even know that?) and the Govt has laid out plans for the civil sector to lead the charge towards reducing carbon emissions. What’s in the plan? Does it sound realistic or too good to be true? Elsewhere, Yung Raja’s latest single “Mami” gets featured on the “Do Not Play” segment of Jimmy Fallon’s show. Is that a low blow, or is there really no such thing as “bad publicity”? Find us here! ➤ Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes ➤ Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ Drone pilot creates 'F-16 fighter plane' doing stunts over Bishan-AMK Park ➤ Boys and their toys: Family converts HDB common area into Nerf combat zone Peace!

Within the span of 2 weeks, there have been numerous articles across mainstream media about purchases of GCBs (Good Class Bungalows) by CEOs of Tech companies (e.g. GRAB, Razer & Secret Lab). But why are these newsworthy? Is it right to disclose their names even? Elsewhere, a TikToker who trespassed a rhino enclosure to do a somersault for his TikTok video gets charged in court. But is this going to be the norm? Find us here! ➤ Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes ➤ Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ Ozark - Trailer ➤ I Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson Season 2 - Trailer Peace!

On 6 Jul 2021, MPs Ong Ye Kung and Tan See Lee spoke in parliament in response to claims about CECA by Leong Mun Wai from the PSP. It got heated, but did people agree with what the PAP said? Or could their approach have been better? Elsewhere, the Ministry of Law has proposed a bill that forces people to credit content creators if their work is shared on social media. Good move or something that will “censor” social media? Find us here! ➤ Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes ➤ Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ Emma Raducanu fans show support as run ends; teen set to rocket up rankings ➤ NDP 2021 Theme Song - The Road Ahead Peace!

This week in Parliament, Ministers will be talking about CECA and the “false allegations” that foreigners get a “free hand” to live and work in SG. But why is it important to talk about it? Do people know enough about CECA in the first place? Elsewhere, friends and family of Ben Glynn, the British non-masker, have allegedly raised $50,000 for his legal fees in the “oppressive regime” of Singapore. WTF? Find us here! ➤ Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes ➤ Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ Attack on Titan: Trailer ➤ Henderson Variety on YouTube Peace!

So Bill Cosby is free again, after his conviction got overturned. People are pissed, but what are they pissed about? Because it’s not a simple case - does this mean he is innocent? Or is it a legal technicality? What happens next? Back home, it’s been confirmed - NDP 2021 will be a live event again, at the Marina Bay floating platform! But what and how will it happen? Is it too soon? Find us here! ➤ Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes ➤ Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ Sexy Beasts - Official Trailer ➤ Roger Federer vs Adrian Mannarino - Wimbledon 2021 Peace!

Amidst increasingly public struggles faced by hawker stall owners, as well as calls to preserve the UNESCO-approved hawker culture, NEA went ahead and increased the rent of some hawker stalls. KF Seetoh went public, but does he have a point? Is NEA to blame? Elsewhere, it’s been revealed that members of SG’s wealthy class are victims of a scam. Is that goofy, or is that a warning sign? Find us here! ➤ Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes ➤ Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ Conan Says Farewell To Late Night ➤ Behind The Savage: Dan Hardy BREAKS DOWN Rodtang Peace!

On Fri, 25 Jun, MP Lawrence Wong delivered a 1-hr speech and 30-min Q&A on the topic of race, and racism. He said stuff that other politicians have never mentioned (like “Chinese Privilege”) but are people happy? What did Opposition Leader Pritam Singh think? Elsewhere, a man in Singapore is being investigated for offering women up to SGD22,500 for a “bukkake” photoshoot. But is he wrong to do so? Find us here! ➤ Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes ➤ Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ Make Us Dream - Trailer ➤ Last Train Home - John Mayer Peace!

We speak to Fakkah Fuzz, who was the first-ever guest on our first-ever podcast back in 2018. Since then, He’s had multiple comedy specials since then, including one for Netflix back in 2019. We talk to him about recent events in Singapore and his upcoming new special, “System Down”. With a whole bunch of jokes in between. Find us here! Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Find Fakkah Fuzz here! Instagram, TikTok, Twitter & Facebook Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! Reflecting on My Failure to Build a Billion-Dollar Company Bill Hicks - Anti-Intellectualism Peace!

As other cities open up Covid-19 travel restrictions, Singapore (and Hong Kong) remain strict, especially for non-citizens. But strict enough to make expats leave? Should we even be worried if they do? Is it fair for them to be so critical? Elsewhere, a seafood restaurant in Punggol allows customers to take crabs for walks before eating them. Nice gesture or marketing gimmick? Find us here! ➤ Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes ➤ Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ All Eyes on Me (from Bo Burnham’s “Inside”) ➤ Black Summer Peace!

In part 2 of one of our most requested episodes ever, we continue the chat with writer/ commentator Sudhir Thomas Vadaketh about CMIO & SAP schools, how LKY’s policies may have influenced the racial landscape of Singapore (for better or worse) and what the majority can do when racist incidents happen. Part 2 of 2. Our previous episodes with Sudhir! YLB #172 - Part 1 with Sudhir YLB #154 - Our first podcast with Sudhir Find us here! Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! Disney’s Loki - Ep 1 Sweet Home Trailer Opening of Euro 2020 Find Sudhir! Musings from Singapore - His Blog SudhirTV on Facebook, Telegram, Instagram Peace!

In part 1 of one of our most requested episodes, we chat with writer/ commentator Sudhir Thomas Vadaketh about recent racial incidents in SG, frameworks for talking about race, the recent drama around People’s Association & ex-MP Amrin Amin, and even Lee Kuan Yew. We go deep into topics mainstream media will never go into, so it’s gonna be A LOT to unpack. Part 1 of 2. Our previous episodes with Sudhir! YLB #173 - Part 2 with Sudhir YLB #154 - Our first podcast with Sudhir Find us here! Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! Disney’s Loki - Ep 1 Sweet Home Trailer Opening of Euro 2020 Find Sudhir! Musings from Singapore - His Blog SudhirTV on Facebook, Telegram, Instagram Peace!

On 9 Jun, Chinese Daily Lianhe Zaobao published an opinion piece on racism in SG after recent events. However, it got a lot of backlash from the intelligentsia of Singapore, resulting in an open letter. But why were they pissed? Elsewhere, John Chu says he should have made brown characters in his “Crazy Rich Asians” film “more human”. But is it just a PR stunt or does he mean it? Find us here! ➤ Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes ➤ Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ Raya and the Last Dragon | Official Trailer ➤ Battlefield 2042 Official Reveal Trailer Peace!

We talk to Yao Lishan, our writer-director for our Chinese TV series “The Amazing Showman”. We speak about his life as a filmmaker, from leaving Investment Banking in NYC to pursue film in China, to life as Executive Assistant to John Woo for 10 years. We also pick his brain on the differences in the film industries of China vs Singapore, and why banning foreign films might actually be good for us. Find us here! ➤ Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes ➤ Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ What Are You Doing With Your Life? The Tail End ➤ Joma Tech ➤ Portrait of a Lady on Fire [Official Trailer] Peace!

Prof David Lye is back at it again with a message to S'poreans. On 7 Jun 2021, the researcher at the National Centre for Infectious Diseases (NCID) said certain messages & open letters are giving him sleepless nights. What is he referring to? Elsewhere, local Telco Circles.Life’s racially-themed IG post got massive backlash. Why are people pissed? Find us here! ➤ Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes ➤ Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ Roger Federer’s FB Post with pics ➤ Post by Joe Rogan about Floyd vs Logan Peace!

Singapore was set abuzz with the racist video that went viral. People were pissed, including MP Shanmugam, but what happens next? Elsewhere, SG’s policy on China’s Sinovac vaccine has pissed off Chinese nationalists, including a supposed Chinese national based here, who accused SG of “sucking USA’s balls”. WTF is going on? Find us here! ➤ Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes ➤ Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ Love Death + Robots Volume 2 - Trailer ➤ Disney’s Cruella - Trailer Peace!