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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!

Upcoming Marvel hero Simu Liu bared all on Facebook about the cancellation of the show he stars in. Was it fair or is he being “entitled”? Back home, SG internet is abuzz with a leaked audio of SG Streamer KiaraaKitty detailing how she allegedly scammed up to 7 guys in the past. But did she do anything illegal? Find us! ➤ Our #YLB Subreddit for show notes ➤ Our YouTube channel to see our FACES! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ Even LeBron James Isn’t Eternal ➤ The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck Peace!

The pandemic and the GameStop saga made everyone more interested in personal investing and trading. We hear terms like Forex, but does it sound too good to be true? So we spoke to Eden Koh, a forex trader and coach, who answered all the queries we had, and more. Full disclaimer - this episode is brought to you by OctaFX, a forex trading platform. They provide a great service, so check them out! And they’re also got a kickass promo! Our Sponsor - OctaFX! This episode is brought to ya by OctaFX, an online Forex trading platform that makes it pretty damn easy to get started. Promo time! Promo Code Use the promo code "YAHLAHBUT100" and get a 100% top-up when you sign up for an account with OctaFX. So if you deposit $100, you get another $100 for free! Sign up at ➤ http://bit.ly/YahLahBut_OctaFX Check out our #YLB Subreddit for show notes and more promo info! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ The Best Smart Locks for 2021 ➤ Dave Season 2 trailer ➤ Harman Kardon Home Speaker ➤ Arnold’s Fried Chicken Peace!

It’s week 3 of PA-TOO-HA (P2HA) and things are looking optimistic, but should the Singapore F1 event still happen this year? What are the pros and cons? Did we miss it in 2020? Elsewhere, the People's Association apologised to the couple who went public about their photo being used for decorations without their consent. But how did it happen in the first place? And why do things like this keep happening? Our Kickass Sponsor - YOUTRIP! This episode is brought to ya by YouTrip, Singapore’s first multi-currency mobile wallet that allows you to pay in over 150 currencies with no transaction fees or markups. And they wanna show you some love! Promo Code - YLB15 Use the promo code "YLB15" when you sign up for YouTrip and get S$15 off your next Taobao purchase! And if you're already a user, there are deals for you too! Check out the deets at ➤ https://www.you.co/sg/youtrip-it-online-2021/ Check out our #YLB Subreddit for show notes and more promo info! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ ComfortDelGro throws shade at GRAB ➤ Abundance Buns Peace!

The long-form train continues with the release of our first-ever Chinese comedy series: “The Amazing Showman”, hot on the heels of our first audio pilot & Tamil TV pilot. We chat (and laugh a lot) with the star of the show, the great Noah Yap. He’s been a long-time MOF contributor, and is basically our adopted acting child. We talk YouTube, TikTok, acting, Jade Rasif vs MOM and laksa. Our Chinese TV Series, so show some love! ➤ The Amazing Showman Check out our #YLB Subreddit for show notes! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ Harry Mack x Marc Rebillet ➤ Neil deGrasse Tyson on Joe Rogan ➤ Hup Hup Laksa Peace!

At a recent forum, AWARE Chief Corinna Lim said practices that skew views of what it means to be a man should be reviewed, especially in National Service which she said should be “gender neutral”. But is the enlistment of women a good idea? Elsewhere, John Cena uploaded a video apologising to Chinese fans after referring to Taiwan as a country, during his press tour for Fast & Furious. Is he a "coward", or is there more to it? Our Audible Pilot: Please listen, rate & leave a comment :) ➤ Life Exchange Check out our #YLB Subreddit for show notes! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ Marriage Story - Trailer ➤ Stories of Elderly Hawkers (@wheretodapao) Peace!

The once-famous satirical Facebook page, SMRT Feedback, posted something that questioned the loyalty of Muslims to their country, and pissed off the internet. FB User Syazana Yahya then filed a police report, which caused SMRT Feedback to delete its post and issue an apology. But what wrong did they do? And should we always be lodging police reports for speech? Elsewhere, diners at hawker centers could soon be fined $300 if they don’t clear their tray. But do we need such rules? Our Audible Pilot: Please listen, rate & leave a comment :) ➤ Life Exchange Check out our #YLB Subreddit for show notes! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ NBA playoffs 2021 ➤ peekmaister and frsmri on Instagram Peace!

It’s Week 1 of “Phase 2 Heightened Alert” and it feels weird. So weird that some retailers are actually calling for a Circuit Breaker. But why? Elsewhere, an aesthetic doctor who analysed Fann Wong’s face at the Star Awards 2021 incurred the wrath of celebrity stylist David Gan and Fann Wong’s lawyers. But did the doctor do anything wrong? What about David Gan talking about the doc’s mother? Our Audible Pilot: Please listen, rate & leave a comment :) ➤ Life Exchange Check out our #YLB Subreddit for show notes! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ Wibmer's Law - Fabio Wibmer ➤ The Serpent | Official Trailer Peace!

When the Delhi Chief Minister tweeted a warning about the variant from Singapore and pleaded with Indian officials to stop flights from SG, Vivian B curtly tweeted back that “politicians should stick to facts''. That was badass, but why did the rumour start in the first place? And what could the impact be? Elsewhere, an exhibition at the Singapore Art Museum by artist Amanda Heng aims to rebuke the stereotypical image of SIA’s Singapore Girl, by crowdsourcing pics of women’s bare butts. Is this “send nudes” in disguise or something more? Check out our #YLB Subreddit for show notes! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson pays tribute to father after scoring winner ➤ WAYNE BRADY - YouTube Peace!

In a viral Whatsapp message that was verified by TODAY and the Straits Times, Dr David Lye, an infectious diseases expert, said the situation in SG is “likely more dangerous” than what it was just before Circuit Breaker in 2020. But why did this message come through social media first, before mainstream media? Elsewhere, at the Miss Universe pageant in Florida last weekend, Miss Singapore Bernadette Belle donned a cape that said “Stop Asian Hate”. Why? And what was the reaction? Check out our #YLB Subreddit for show notes! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ Singaporean artist imagines, what if Princess Diana were still alive? ➤ Snake Eyes Official Trailer Peace!

The youngest honouree in Forbes 30 Under 30 2021 class, 19-year-old Harsh Dalal from Singapore, was unceremoniously removed from the list after Tech In Asia revealed inconsistencies in his and his company's credentials. However, what's more shocking is that SPH and CNA had also produced features glorifying his supposed achievements in the past year, inadvertently helping to legitimize his claims. We discuss about the editorial oversight (or lack of) in mainstream media that led to this fiasco. Elsewhere, Elon Musk flip-flops about Bitcoin being used to purchase Teslas because of the cryptocurrency's environmental impact, and sends the price into a tailspin... but is there more to his tweet than meets the eye? Check out our #YLB Subreddit for show notes! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ NBA Play-In Tournament ➤ When Football Becomes Art Peace!

On 6 May, SPH announced that it was spinning off its media business into a non-profit arm. At the press conference, the SPH CEO lost his cool and created the buzzword of the year in "umbrage". More controversial details have emerged of how the SG government will support SPH's plans, including bringing ex-minister Khaw Boon Wan back as the chairman of the new entity. Elsewhere, someone on the MRT was filmed not wanting to wear a mask. People were calm, unlike the other confrontations that happened. Even the PM issuing a statement! WTF is going on? Check out our #YLB Subreddit for show notes! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ How Louis CK Tells A Joke ➤ Joe Rogan podcast w/ Dave Chappelle Peace!

On 1 May 2021, it was announced that Chew Shou Zi, a Singaporean, will be the new CEO of TikTok. But why did his nationality cause so much debate in SG internet about “how Singaporean” he is? Elsewhere, Will Smith shared his dad bod on Instagram and got lots of praise. 2 days later, he announced his new show about getting fit. Was his “honesty” just a marketing gimmick? Check out League of Nova ➤ https://leagueofnova.com/ Check out our #YLB Subreddit for show notes! Here are our one SHIOK things for this week! ➤ Wi-Fi 6, explained: how fast it really is ➤ ian kung on YouTube Peace!