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Ep 737#732: PM Wong Felt Pain Dropping People For GE & Chendol Stall Owner Fires Back at TikTok Critic

In a recent interview, PM Lawrence Wong told the Financial Times that the hardest part of leadership is managing people, and that dropping long-time colleagues during GE2025 was “painful.” Elsewhere, a SG food reviewer made a video and said making chendol “requires no skill”, prompting a dessert stall to fire back.𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗸𝗹𝗼𝗿𝘆If you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one.Get started at Folklory.com𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴Haresh: French Rapper Riles Handstamps 20,000 CDsTerence: I shot 300 photos/videos with Oakley sunglasses𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 – "𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝘁”Get a roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches delivered straight to your inbox!Subscribe Here(00:00) Folklory(01:12) Intro(04:55) PM Wong Felt Pain Dropping People For GE(26:33) Chendol Stall Owner Fires Back at TikTok Critic(42:40) One Shiok Comment(47:06) One Shiok Thing𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲!Reddit | Telegram𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀TikTok | Instagram | Facebook𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲:PM Wong Felt Pain Dropping People For GEPM Wong says it was painful to drop people from PAP team during GE, hardest part of job is managing peopleFull Interview of PM Wong on Financial TimesTranscript of PM Lawrence Wong’s interview with the Financial Times | PMOChendol Stall Owner Fires Back at TikTok Critic'A little respect can go a long way': Dessert stall rebuts food reviewer who says chendol requires no skill to make𝘔𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 @𝘴𝘩𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘌𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘪𝘹𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘛𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘠𝘦𝘢𝘬

Oct 27, 202554 min

Ep 736#731: Lapses Found in Megan Khung’s Tragic Case of Abuse & Marine Parade’s $1m Bus Service Ends

A government review has found multiple lapses across agencies in the tragic case of four-year-old Megan Khung, who died after prolonged abuse. Elsewhere, Marine Parade’s free shuttle bus will cease to continue after 20 November, 2026.𝗧𝗘𝗟𝗟 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗙𝗜𝗥𝗦𝗧 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝟮Check out the second season of our edutainment podcast that dives into a fascinating array of topics you never knew you needed to know! This week, we talk about the tragedy of the Tiger Balm Brothers and Haw Par Villa!Listen on melisten | Spotify | Apple𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴Terence: How to 'See' the 4th Dimension with TopologyHaresh: US NYC Mayoral Debate: Mamdani, Cuomo, Sliwa FACE OFF𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 – "𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝘁” Get a roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches delivered straight to your inbox!Subscribe Here(00:00) TELL YOU FIRST Season Two(01:22) Intro(03:41) Lapses Found in Megan Khung’s Tragic Case of Abuse(38:05) Marine Parade’s $1m Bus Service Ends(48:30) One Shiok Comment(50:08) One Shiok Thing𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲!Reddit | Telegram𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀TikTok | Instagram | Facebook𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲:Lapses Found in Megan Khung’s Tragic Case of AbuseMultiple lapses, shortcomings in how agencies handled Megan Khung abuse case, review panel finds5 key findings from report on Megan Khung’s deathA timeline of how Megan Khung's fatal abuse case unfolded – and how agencies could have done moreAbuse, death of four-year-old girl: Mum jailed 19 years, boyfriend gets 30 years’ jail, 17 strokesMegan Khung deserved better. It takes all of us to keep other children like her safeThe Full ReportMarine Parade’s $1m Bus Service EndsMarine Parade shuttle bus to cease operations in November, resources to be redirectedMarine Parade seniors lament end of 'short-lived' shuttle; MP says effort wasn’t wasted[2024] Free shuttle bus service in Marine Parade cluster costs S$1 million a year, mostly funded through donations: Alvin Tan𝘔𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 @𝘴𝘩𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘌𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘪𝘹𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘛𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘠𝘦𝘢𝘬

Oct 24, 202554 min

Ep 735#730: 3 Women Acquitted of Pro-Palestinian Walk to Istana & SCC Votes Against Renaming “Men’s Bar”

Three women who organised a walk to the Istana in support of the Palestinian cause have surprisingly been acquitted after a year-long case. Elsewhere, the members of Singapore Cricket Club voted against renaming the historic “Men’s Bar” despite concerns around inclusivity. 𝗡𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗮 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝟲𝟬 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗪𝗶𝘀𝗱𝗼𝗺! We’re recording 60 Folklories with 60 Singaporeans above 60 yrs as part of our “Words of Wisdom” Project.Check out the first wave of recordings for SG60Help us kep these stories alive by nominating your loved ones!𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴Haresh: SHOOK | Official TrailerTerence: NUREMBERG | Official Trailer𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 – "𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝘁”Get a roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches delivered straight to your inbox!Subscribe Here(00:00) Help Us Out(00:37) Words of Wisdom(01:30) Intro(05:18) 3 Women Acquitted of Pro-Palestinian Walk to Istana(30:42) SCC Votes Against Renaming “Men’s Bar”(51:08) One Shiok Comment(53:27) One Shiok Thing𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲!Reddit | Telegram𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀TikTok | Instagram | Facebook𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲:3 Women Acquitted of Pro-Palestinian Walk to Istana3 women, 26, 30 & 37, acquitted of organising walk to Istana to support Palestinian cause3 women charged with organising procession to Istana in support of Palestinian cause[Jun 2024] Singapore charges women who delivered pro-Palestinian lettersSCC Votes Against Renaming “Men’s Bar”S'pore Cricket Club may rename Men's Bar over discrimination worriesSingapore Cricket Club - InfopediaSingapore Cricket Club members vote against renaming Men’s Bar at special general meetingSingapore Cricket Club Meeting Resolution Four𝘔𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 @𝘴𝘩𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘌𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘪𝘹𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘛𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘠𝘦𝘢𝘬

Oct 22, 202557 min

Ep 734#729 ft. Ex-NMP: We Shouldn’t Run for Elections! The Problem with The Scheme | Anthea Ong

Former Nominated MP and social changemaker Anthea Ong discusses the NMP scheme - what it was meant to be, why it’s misunderstood, and how it can evolve. We also discuss a recent survey done with local Singaporeans about NMPs, as well as the role of citizens in the NMP system.𝙄𝙣 𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙥 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙈𝙚𝙩𝙖𝘐𝘧 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳 𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘴𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘴𝘶𝘴𝘱𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘰𝘶𝘴 𝘰𝘯 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵𝘴𝘈𝘱𝘱, 𝘥𝘰𝘯’𝘵 𝘫𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘪𝘨𝘯𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘮 – 𝘣𝘭𝘰𝘤𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘣𝘭𝘦𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘤 𝘶𝘴𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘩𝘦𝘭𝘱𝘴 𝘬𝘦𝘦𝘱 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵𝘴𝘈𝘱𝘱 𝘴𝘢𝘧𝘦.𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘯 𝘩𝘰𝘸 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘭𝘰𝘤𝘬 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵 𝘴𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘭𝘦.𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗻𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗮’𝘀 𝗦𝘂𝗿𝘃𝗲𝘆Round 2 of the NMP Survey𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴Terence: AI Slop Is Destroying The InternetHaresh: Physical: Asia | Official TrailerAnthea: The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt & 'Heart Sutra’ by Yan Lianke𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 – "𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝘁”Get a roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches delivered straight to your inbox!Subscribe Here(00:00) Operation S.O.P(01:00) Intro(04:00) Personal Journey & Leadership(05:24) Importance of Local Support(10:55) Policies and Systemic Change(11:50) Challenges of NMP Candidacy(13:38) NMP Selection Process(27:41) Role of NMPs(28:43) Diversity in Parliament(29:21) Misconceptions of NMP Role(33:29) Election Procedures and Challenges(44:28) Parliamentary Reforms(58:21) Public Institution and Civic Awareness(01:00:36) NMP Scheme and Constitutional Changes(01:13:31) Parliamentary Questions and Government Accountability(01:15:40) One Shiok Thing𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲!Reddit | Telegram𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀TikTok | Instagram | Facebook𝘔𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 @𝘴𝘩𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘌𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘪𝘹𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘛𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘠𝘦𝘢𝘬

Oct 17, 20251h 23m

Ep 733#728: Shanmugam vs Pritam in Parliament & Fullerton Pulls Out of “Friends of Israel” Gala

Things got fiery in Parliament as Minister Shanmugam urged opposition parties to “clearly and immediately” reject identity politics - what followed was a long back-and-forth debate. Elsewhere, Fullerton Hotel abruptly pulled out from being the venue for a “Friends of Israel” gala dinner after public outrage.𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗸𝗹𝗼𝗿𝘆If you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one.Get started at Folklory.com𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴Haresh: Trevor Noah on Saudi Comedy Festival, Charlie KirkTerence: sister hong: The Internet’s Most Disturbed User𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 – "𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝘁”Get a roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches delivered straight to your inbox!Subscribe Here(00:00) Folklory(00:50) Intro(05:10) Shanmugam vs Pritam in Parliament(47:21) Fullerton Pulls Out of “Friends of Israel” Gala(01:07:26) One Shiok Comment(01:09:47) One Shiok Thing𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲!Reddit | Telegram𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀TikTok | Instagram | Facebook𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲:Shanmugam vs Pritam in ParliamentShanmugam urges opposition parties to 'immediately, clearly' reject foreign interference and identity politicsShanmugam & Pritam spar over WP's response to religious preacher Deros' endorsement in GE2025Pritam Singh accepts WP statement on Noor Deros could have been clearer; says didn't want to draw attention to a 'nobody'Steer clear of identity politics, uphold integrity of S'pore’s secular system: ShanmugamMin Shanmugam’s Ministerial StatementFullerton Pulls Out of “Friends of Israel” GalaFullerton Hotel S'pore confirms 'Friends of Israel' gala dinner won't be held there amid backlash𝘔𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 @𝘴𝘩𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘌𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘪𝘹𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘛𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘠𝘦𝘢𝘬

Oct 15, 20251h 16m

Ep 732#727: Less Than 1/3 of Bus Captains are S’poreans & Thousands Sign Pickleball Petition

During a recent doorstop interview, Acting Transport Minister Jeffrey Siow mentioned that less than one third of bus captains are Singaporeans, and how it’s a bottleneck to expanding the bus service network in SG. Elsewhere, a petition to extend pickleball playing hours in housing estates has garnered more than 1,500 signatures.𝗡𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗮 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝟲𝟬 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗪𝗶𝘀𝗱𝗼𝗺! We’re recording 60 Folklories with 60 Singaporeans above 60 yrs as part of our “Words of Wisdom” Project.Check out the first wave of recordings for SG60Help us keep these stories alive by nominating your loved ones!𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴Haresh: NO OTHER CHOICE - Official TrailerTerence: The Modern Sex Work Debate - Bonnie Blue & Louise Perry𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 – "𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝘁” Get a roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches delivered straight to your inbox! Subscribe Here(00:00) Words of Wisdom(00:50) Intro(08:17) Less Than 1/3 of Bus Captains are S’poreans(36:16) Thousands Sign Pickleball Petition(52:49) One Shiok Comment(55:26) One Shiok Thing𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲!Reddit | Telegram𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀TikTok | Instagram | Facebook𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲:Less Than 1/3 of Bus Captains are S’poreansLess than 1/3 of bus captains are S'poreans, recruitment & retainment biggest challenge to expanding bus service networkTranscript of Acting Minister Jeffrey Siow’s Media Doorstop Interview on Bus Connectivity Enhancement ProgrammeDay in the Life of a Singapore Bus CaptainThousands Sign Pickleball PetitionOver 1,200 sign petition to allow for longer pickleball hours at HDB courts from 8am to 9pm701 complaints about pickleball noise in HDB estates since Jan. 2024, town councils addressing concerns: Chee Hong Tat𝘔𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 @𝘴𝘩𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘌𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘪𝘹𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘛𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘠𝘦𝘢𝘬

Oct 13, 20251h 1m

Ep 731#726: Ng Chee Meng Asks For “Empathy” After Income Insurance Rebuked & Shanmugam Praises Trump

NTUC chief Ng Chee Meng says empathy must play a bigger role, after Income Insurance was publicly rebuked by the SG courts for its “wholly unreasonable” conduct in a tragic traffic death case - and now . But will it? Elsewhere, Minister for Home Affairs K Shanmugam’s surprising praised Donald Trump for his efforts nudging Israel and Hamas toward a peace deal.𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗸𝗹𝗼𝗿𝘆 If you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one.Get started at Folklory.com𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴Haresh: Kicking a Rock by shirtzenpantsTerence: EJAE, Audrey Nuna and Rei Ami from KPop Demon Hunters: Golden𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 – "𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝘁” Get a roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches delivered straight to your inbox!Subscribe Here(00:00) Folklory(00:50) Intro(07:30) Ng Chee Meng Asks For “Empathy” After Income Insurance Rebuked(32:30) Shanmugam Praises Trump(53:21) One Shiok Comment(55:00) One Shiok Thing𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲!Reddit | Telegram𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀TikTok | Instagram | Facebook𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲:Ng Chee Meng Asks For “Empathy” After Income Insurance RebukedNTUC chief says Income Insurance must balance rigour with empathy after court rebuke over 'unreasonable' conductCourt awards S$417,000 in damages in traffic death case, chides NTUC Income for 'unreasonable behaviour'Income Insurance could have 'done better': Ng Chee Meng after court criticism on 'wholly unreasonable' conductOfficial Judgement on the CaseShanmugam Praises TrumpTrump has to be commended 'tremendously' for pushing Israel and Hamas towards peace deal, says ShanmugamScholarships for students among ground-led initiatives to help Palestinians: ShanmugamWhat we know about the 'first phase' Gaza peace deal𝘔𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 @𝘴𝘩𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘌𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘪𝘹𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘛𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘠𝘦𝘢𝘬

Oct 10, 20251h 1m

Ep 730#725 ft. National Coach of SG Football - What’s Broken & Why There’s Hope for the Lions

Gavin Lee, the interim head coach of the Singapore men’s national football team, shares his journey from giving up on playing professionally at 15 to becoming one of Singapore’s youngest top-tier coaches. We talk about the real struggles in Singapore football, coaching philosophies, talent development, National Service, social media, and the culture shift required to move the sport forward.𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝗔𝗦FAS on Instragam𝗡𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗮 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝟲𝟬 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗪𝗶𝘀𝗱𝗼𝗺!We’re recording 60 Folklories with 60 Singaporeans above 60 yrs as part of our “Words of Wisdom” Project.Check out the first wave of recordings https://www.folklory.com/words-of-wisdom for SG60Help us keep these stories alive by nominating your loved ones!𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴Terence: Kirby the Corgi Speeds Through Agility CourseHaresh: Liquid Skateboard - The First Electric Skateboard That Rides Like a Real OneGavin: How Emotions Are Made | Lisa Feldman Barrett𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 – "𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝘁”Get a roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches delivered straight to your inbox!Subscribe Here(00:00) Words of Wisdom(00:50) Intro(01:30) Gavin's Football Journey(20:17) Coaching Philosophy(24:00) Challenges in Singapore Football(27:42) Environment and Youth Development(29:47) Challenges in Sports Development(33:02) Comparing Local and International Talent(35:16) Parental Involvement and Coaching Philosophy(43:12) Building Relationship with Players(48:00) Challenges of Being a Coach(55:25) Game Day Preparation(57:14) Communicating with Players(01:10:01) Why Support Local Football?(01:17:28) One Shiok Thing𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲!Reddit | Telegram𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀TikTok | Instagram | Facebook𝘔𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 @𝘴𝘩𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘌𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘪𝘹𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘛𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘠𝘦𝘢𝘬

Oct 8, 20251h 22m

Ep 729#724: Is the F1 Singapore Grand Prix Good for SG & JB Drivers Slam LTA Restrictions

Has Singapore’s glittering F1 night been worth the multi-million dollar investment? We explore whether the economic returns have matched the hype. Elsewhere, a group of Malaysian private-hire drivers claim they’ve been unfairly treated by LTA, even if what they are doing is illegal.𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗸𝗹𝗼𝗿𝘆 If you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.com𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴Haresh: benwoah on TikTokTerence: Infernal Affairs 4K Trilogy | Official Trailer𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 – "𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝘁”Get a roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches delivered straight to your inbox!Subscribe Here(00:00) Folklory(01:00) Intro(05:24) Is the F1 Singapore Grand Prix Good for SG?(30:35) JB Drivers Slam LTA Restrictions(42:12) One Shiok Comment(46:38) One Shiok Thing𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲!Reddit | Telegram𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀TikTok | Instagram | Facebook𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲:Is the F1 Singapore Grand Prix Good for SGIs Formula One’s first night race paying off for Singapore?[2024] Singapore Grand Prix a ‘tourist attraction’, few benefits for motor racing scene, says community[2024] Singapore reviewing terms of F1 deal again amid Iswaran chargesJB Drivers Slam LTA RestrictionsIllegal cross-border M'sian drivers claim their S'pore-JB services used by executives for 'important' meetings, taxis not good enough1,000 M'sian drivers want to start association to get M'sia govt to talk to S'pore govt about cross-border ride-hailing clampdown𝘔𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 @𝘴𝘩𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘌𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘪𝘹𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘛𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘠𝘦𝘢𝘬

Oct 6, 202550 min

Ep 728#723: “No More Work” From Home for NUS Staff & Man Tries to Hit Monkey at the Zoo

NUS has rolled out a five-day mandatory return-to-office policy for all staff starting 1 Oct 2025, but a number of staff are unhappy. Elsewhere, a viral video of a man at the Singapore Zoo who tried to fend off a macaque with his bag - but accidentally smacked a child instead.𝗡𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗮 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝟲𝟬 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗪𝗶𝘀𝗱𝗼𝗺!We’re recording 60 Folklories with 60 Singaporeans above 60 yrs as part of our “Words of Wisdom” Project.Check out the first wave of recordings for SG60Help us keep these stories alive by nominating your loved ones!𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴Haresh: The potter of Bedok who started his dream studio at an HDB void deckTerence: How Will Smith Became The Corniest Man Alive𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 – "𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝘁” Get a roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches delivered straight to your inbox! Subscribe Here(00:00) Words of Wisdom(00:50) Intro(05:07) “No More Work” From Home for NUS Staff(21:50) Man Tries to Hit Monkey at the Zoo(34:20) One Shiok Comment(38:45) One Shiok Thing𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲!Reddit | Telegram𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀TikTok | Instagram | Facebook𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲:“No More Work” From Home for NUS StaffNUS implements five-day work-from-office policy for all university staffNUS implements full work-from-office policyMan Tries to Hit Monkey at the ZooMan at S'pore zoo swings bag at macaque for taking bread from child, bag hits child's face[May 2025] 200 reports of monkeys in Punggol over 7-month period; some euthanised: NParksPark visitors should observe etiquette around animals, says Mandai Wildlife Group after viral video𝘔𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 @𝘴𝘩𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘌𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘪𝘹𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘛𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘠𝘦𝘢𝘬

Oct 3, 202544 min

Ep 727#722: SG Population Hits Record 6.11m & Students to Get Central Kitchen Meals at 13 Schools

Singapore’s population has reached a record 6.11 million, largely driven by growth in the non-resident workforce, sparking renewed debates about space, jobs, and the “Singaporeans-first” promise. Elsewhere, 13 schools: with canteen vendor shortages will shift to central kitchens and pre-packed meals starting in 2026.𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗸𝗹𝗼𝗿𝘆If you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.com𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴Haresh: We Secretly Perform Good Will Hunting Scenes in Front of Strangers!Terence: [Openly Standing Next to the Wife] A Suspected Wife Who Fully Protects Her Suspected Husband𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 – "𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝘁”Get a roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches delivered straight to your inbox!Subscribe Here(00:00) Folklory(01:00) Intro(07:50) SG Population Hits Record 6.11m(41:44) Students to Get Central Kitchen Meals at 13 Schools(59:33) One Shiok Comment(01:02:26) One Shiok Thing𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲!Reddit | Telegram𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀TikTok | Instagram | Facebook𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲:SG Population Hits Record 6.11mS’pore population now at 6.11 million, with 1.2% rise due to more construction workers, helpersSingapore's population hits new high of 6.11 million, increase mainly due to growth in non-resident population‘Singaporeans-first assurance’ needed after report on record 6.11 million populationPopulation in Brief 2025: Key TrendsStudents to Get Central Kitchen Meals at 13 SchoolsRecess is served: Here's what students at 5 schools will get when they switch to pre-ordered mealsCanteen vendor shortage: 13 S’pore schools to adopt central kitchen model in January 2026Amid shortage of canteen stallholders, schools turn to catering and vending machinesParents understand need for pre-packed meals in schools, but some prefer traditional canteen food[Nov 2023] From kimchi tofu to cajun chicken: These canteen vendors are leading the way in making school meals better𝘔𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 @𝘴𝘩𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘌𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘪𝘹𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘛𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘠𝘦𝘢𝘬

Oct 1, 20251h 10m

Ep 726#721 ft. Kf Seetoh - Millionaire Hawkers & the Best Way to Save Hawker Culture

Kf Seetoh, founder of Makansutra and Singapore’s most outspoken hawker culture advocate, joins us to talk about the past, present and future of hawker food. From his beginnings as a photojournalist to working with Anthony Bourdain, he shares how Singapore’s hawker culture rose to global recognition - and why the Social Enterprise Hawker Centre (SEHC) model risks killing it.Find Kf Seetoh Online:Makansutra | EbookKf Seetoh on Facebook𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴Haresh: Recur - Official Gameplay Overview TrailerTerence: Race, Play & Discover at the LEGO Experience the Thrill event𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 – "𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝘁”Get a roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches delivered straight to your inbox! Subscribe Here𝗡𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗮 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝟲𝟬 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗪𝗶𝘀𝗱𝗼𝗺!We’re recording 60 Folklories with 60 Singaporeans above 60 yrs as part of our “Words of Wisdom” Project.Check out the first wave of recordings https://www.folklory.com/words-of-wisdom for SG60Help us keep these stories alive by nominating your loved ones!(00:00) Words of Wisdom(00:50) Intro(03:13) Kf Seetoh's Journey Into Food Culture(07:22) Makansutra and Food Culture Storytelling(17:24) UNESCO and Hawker Culture(25:14) Challenges in Hawker Centre Management(29:20) Entrepreneurship in the Hawker Sector(30:47) Operator Role and Challenges(33:43) NEA Management Concerns(36:03) Discussion on SEHC(38:00) Hawker Business Models(52:33) Hawker Culture and Technology(01:00:53) Government's Role and Expectations(01:01:14) Cultural and Social Value of Hawkers(01:03:34) Challenges and Sustainability(01:14:11) Public Assets Debate(01:17:47) Future of Hawker Culture(01:27:48) One Shiok Thing𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲!Reddit | Telegram𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀TikTok | Instagram | Facebook𝘔𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 @𝘴𝘩𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘌𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘪𝘹𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘛𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘠𝘦𝘢𝘬

Sep 29, 20251h 33m

Ep 725#720: MP Says Now is the Best Time to Raise a Family in SG & Local “Cake Picnic” Event Slammed

MP Cassandra Lee sparked a firestorm by claiming that now is “the best time in Singapore to start & raise a family”. Elsewhere, an event organiser draws criticism for their local take on the viral “cake picnic” trend after asking bakers to pay $170 just to participate.𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗸𝗹𝗼𝗿𝘆If you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.com𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴Terence: Golden Goes Metal (ft. Anthony Vincent) | Artificial FearHaresh: What Trump Doesn’t Understand About the UN𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 – "𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝘁”Get a roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches delivered straight to your inbox!Subscribe Here(00:00) Folklory(01:00) Intro(09:12) MP Says Now is the Best Time to Raise a Family in SG(34:23) Local “Cake Picnic” Event Slammed(53:30) One Shiok Comment(56:52) One Shiok Thing𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲!Reddit | Telegram𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀TikTok | Instagram | Facebook𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲:MP Says Now is the Best Time to Raise a Family in SG'This is perhaps the best time in S'pore to start & raise a family': MP Cassandra Lee says govt 'determined' to support young parents'Epitome of out of touch': MP Cassandra Lee slammed online for saying it is 'best time' to raise a familyDebate on President’s speech: Cassandra Lee on putting families first in a ‘we first’ societyLocal “Cake Picnic” Event SlammedSingapore’s take on viral ‘cake picnic’ trend draws criticism over $170 fee for bakersFirst Ever International Pillow Fight Day in Singapore 2013Massive Pillow Fight In Public (with a Surprise)!𝘔𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 @𝘴𝘩𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘌𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘪𝘹𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘛𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘠𝘦𝘢𝘬

Sep 26, 20251h 4m

Ep 724#719: Backlash for Transport Minister Jeffrey Siow’s MRT Comments & AI Course for Civil Servants

Rishi Budhrani joins us to discuss comments made by Acting Transport Minister Jeffrey Siow in Parliament about Singapore’s MRT system, which is under the spotlight again as reliability hits its lowest level since 2020. Elsewhere, Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong has announced a mandatory AI literacy course for all public servants, positioning AI as a critical skill for the civil service.𝙎𝙥𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙤𝙧: 𝙎𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙖𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙁𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 (𝙎𝙄𝙁)𝘚𝘐𝘍 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘯𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘴 𝘚𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘢𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘭𝘥𝘸𝘪𝘥𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘨𝘭𝘰𝘣𝘢𝘭 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘴𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘥𝘳𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘢 𝘣𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘭𝘥. 𝘞𝘦 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘚𝘐𝘍 𝘊𝘩𝘢𝘪𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘯 𝘑𝘢𝘯𝘢𝘥𝘢𝘴 𝘋𝘦𝘷𝘢𝘯 𝘸𝘩𝘰 𝘴𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘴 𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘰𝘯 𝘩𝘰𝘸 𝘚𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘢𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘩𝘢𝘴 𝘦𝘷𝘰𝘭𝘷𝘦𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘺𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘴 𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘪𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘱𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦. 𝘓𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘶𝘭𝘭 𝘌𝘱𝘪𝘴𝘰𝘥𝘦 #713𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗶 𝗕𝘂𝗱𝗵𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗶Rishi on Instagram, TikTok & YouTubePuns For Punjab: Stand-Up Comedy for Charity𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴Rishi: Nature account on InstagramHaresh: Phone-free DC restaurant Hush Harbor opens𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 – "𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝘁”Get a roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches delivered straight to your inbox!Subscribe Here(00:00) A Message From SIF(00:50) Intro(10:04) Backlash for Transport Minister Jeffrey Siow’s MRT Comments(43:56) AI Course for Civil Servants(56:02) One Shiok Thing𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲!Reddit | Telegram𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀TikTok | Instagram | Facebook𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲:Backlash for Transport Minister Jeffrey Siow’s MRT CommentsMore accurate public info on rail disruptions among fixes being looked at: Jeffrey SiowSMRT says recent train disruptions are isolated cases, not systemic issuesMRT reliability in last 12 months falls to its lowest level since 2020Taskforce to be set up to address MRT breakdowns: LTA, SMRT, SBS TransitAI Course for Civil ServantsSingapore to launch mandatory AI literacy course for public servants: DPM GanMandatory AI literacy course for all public servants; leaders must be open to using AI: DPM Gan𝘔𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 @𝘴𝘩𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘌𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘪𝘹𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘛𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘠𝘦𝘢𝘬

Sep 24, 20251h 7m

Ep 723#718 ft. Chai Hong - How BTO Flats Affect SG Filmmakers & Making SG’s First Sci-Fi Comedy Movie

Filmmaker Cheng Chai Hong joins us to discuss his latest movie “We Can Save The World!!!”, and the power of storytelling in shaping how we see society. He shares the inspiration behind the film, the creative risks he took, and how audiences need to respond in order for the show to survive. We also dive into the funding and censorship challenges and why telling bold, authentic stories matters more than ever today. 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 “𝗪𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗻 𝗦𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱!!”Get your tickets & keep SG Cinema alive by clicking here!𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗰𝗵 “𝗔𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗚𝘂𝘆𝘀 𝗦𝗚”Watch Chai Hong's First Webseries𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴Terence: Woody Allen on Bill Maher’s PodcastHaresh: Why cameras don’t capture rain during football matchesChai Hong: How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Deeply Seen by David Brooks𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 – "𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝘁”Get a roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches delivered straight to your inbox!Subscribe Here𝗡𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗮 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝟲𝟬 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗪𝗶𝘀𝗱𝗼𝗺!We’re recording 60 Folklories with 60 Singaporeans above 60 yrs as part of our “Words of Wisdom” Project.Check out the first wave of recordings https://www.folklory.com/words-of-wisdom for SG60Help us keep these stories alive by nominating your loved ones!(00:00) Words of Wisdom(00:50) Intro(01:49) Chai Hong's Background & Career Journey(09:43) Arthouse vs Commercial Films(13:21) Funding Challenges(17:52) Movie Idea & Personal Insights(23:31) Creativity vs Reality in Singapore(30:04) Facing Setbacks(34:23) Importance of Film Premiers(36:01) Challenges in Film Production(37:33) Vision vs Compromises(39:45) Audience Connections(44:01) Cinema Industry Struggles(47:09) Role of Filmmakers and Government(53:49) Need for Supporting Local Films(57:36) Why You Should Watch "We Can Save the World!!!"(01:00:51) One Shiok Thing𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲!Reddit | Telegram𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀TikTok | Instagram | Facebook𝘔𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 @𝘴𝘩𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘌𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘪𝘹𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘛𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘠𝘦𝘢𝘬

Sep 22, 20251h 12m

Ep 722#717: Agoda’s Layoff Terms Sparks Outrage & Kway Chap Stall Refuses to Sell 3rd Bowl of Kway

Agoda recently laid off 50 staff in SG and triggered backlash when they alleged threatened to remove severance packages from employees who reported anything to authorities. The company denies the claims, but NTUC and MOM are investigating. Meanwhile, in West Coast, a kway chap stall refused to sell a customer a third bowl of rice sparked heated debate online.𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴Haresh: World's first humanoid AI system now thinks, learns like a 6-year-oldTerence: Exactly How Charlie Kirk got SCHOOLED by a Cambridge Student𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 – "𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝘁”Get a roundup our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches delivered straight to your inbox!Subscribe Here𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗸𝗹𝗼𝗿𝘆If you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.com𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲!Reddit | Telegram𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀TikTok | Instagram | Facebook𝘔𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 @𝘴𝘩𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘌𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘪𝘹𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘛𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘊𝘩𝘪𝘢

Sep 19, 202551 min

Ep 721#716 ft. Goh Hanyan - Unpacking Recent Hawker Controversies & How We Can Save the Culture

Goh Hanyan answers questions relating to Socially-Conscious Enterprise Hawker Centres (SEHCs), which have been in the news lately. She draws from her role as Senior Parliamentary Secretary for the Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment, and gives us a peek into what has been done, and the plans going forward. 𝙏𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙚𝙥𝙞𝙨𝙤𝙙𝙚 𝙞𝙨 𝙗𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙗𝙮 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙉𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙀𝙣𝙫𝙞𝙧𝙤𝙣𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 𝘼𝙜𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙮 (𝙉𝙀𝘼)𝘊𝘩𝘦𝘤𝘬 𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘕𝘌𝘈 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘥𝘰 | | www.nea.gov.sg𝘐𝘧 𝘺𝘰𝘶’𝘷𝘦 𝘨𝘰𝘵 𝘢𝘯𝘺 𝘧𝘦𝘦𝘥𝘣𝘢𝘤𝘬 𝘰𝘯 𝘩𝘢𝘸𝘬𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘰𝘳 𝘚𝘌𝘏𝘊𝘴, 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘴𝘶𝘣𝘮𝘪𝘵 𝘪𝘵 𝘢𝘵 www.nea.gov.sg/feedback𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴Haresh: Stranded 100 Hours on a Homemade RaftTerence: Chinatown Heritage CentreHanyan: Nadi Singapura𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 – "𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝘁”Get a roundup our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches delivered straight to your inbox!Subscribe Here(00:00) Intro & why hawker controversies matter(02:16) Being sworn into Parliament – first impressions(08:10) Why hawker culture is so complex in Singapore(12:37) Why new hawker centres were built in 2011(15:12) Why choose the Socially Conscious Enterprise model?(34:35) Do SEHCs over-regulate hawkers?(36:20) Will hawker culture die out one day?(38:54) Should NEA run all hawker centres directly?(53:59) Can hawker centres experiment with different models?(57:05) Should hawkers be allowed to hire foreign workers?(1:12:36) What younger Singaporeans want from hawker culture(1:13:15) The “First Date at Lau Pa Sat” debate(1:14:58) One Shiok Thing𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲!Reddit | Telegram𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀TikTok | Instagram | Facebook𝘔𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 @𝘴𝘩𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘌𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘪𝘹𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘛𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘊𝘩𝘪𝘢

Sep 17, 20251h 20m

Ep 720#715: Foreign Freelancers Banned in SG & SAF Bulk Order Scam Hits Small Businesses

𝙎𝙥𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙤𝙧: 𝙊𝙪𝙩𝙨𝙠𝙞𝙡𝙡 👉 𝘎𝘳𝘢𝘣 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘧𝘳𝘦𝘦 𝘴𝘦𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 2-𝘋𝘢𝘺 𝘈𝘐 𝘔𝘢𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘥: https://link.outskill.com/YLAPSS1🔐 100% 𝘋𝘪𝘴𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘵 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘪𝘳𝘴𝘵 1000 𝘱𝘦𝘰𝘱𝘭𝘦 💥 𝘋𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘥𝘦𝘦𝘱 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘰 𝘈𝘐 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘯 𝘈𝘶𝘵𝘰𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴, 𝘉𝘶𝘪𝘭𝘥 𝘈𝘐 𝘈𝘨𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴, 𝘔𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘷𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘰𝘴 & 𝘪𝘮𝘢𝘨𝘦𝘴 – 𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘧𝘳𝘦𝘦! 🎁 𝘉𝘰𝘯𝘶𝘴𝘦𝘴 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘩 $5100+ 𝘪𝘧 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘫𝘰𝘪𝘯 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘢𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘥Companies in Singapore are no longer allowed to hire foreign freelancers for creative services, according to a joint advisory issued by MOM and VICPA. Elsewhere, MINDEF warned of bulk order scams impersonating SAF personnel that have left small businesses with thousands in losses.𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴Haresh: Professor Shows Students How Close CIVIL WAR Really is After Charlie Kirk's MurderTerence: Neil deGrasse Tyson's unfiltered take 𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 – "𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝘁”Get a roundup our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches delivered straight to your inbox!Subscribe Here(00:00) On this episode…(00:29) A Message from Outskill(02:02) Intro(06:12) Foreign Freelancers Banned in SG(25:08) SAF Bulk Order Scam Hits Small Businesses(37:22) One Shiok Comment(40:55) One Shiok Thing𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲!Reddit | Telegram𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀TikTok | Instagram | Facebook𝘔𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 @𝘴𝘩𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘌𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘪𝘹𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘛𝘦𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘊𝘩𝘪𝘢

Sep 15, 202545 min

Ep 719#714: 14-Year Old Radicalised by Extremist and Incel Views & Gen Z’s Sober Party Trend

Singapore reported its first case of self-radicalisation involving a 14-year-old boy influenced by a mix of incel, far-right, far-left and ISIS ideologies. Plus, are Singapore’s Gen Zs losing interest in traditional partying, or are we looking at the wrong facts? 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴Haresh: Old Ladies Against Underwater GarbageTerence: Kpopped | Kep1er & Vanilla Ice - Ice Ice Baby𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 – "𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝘁”Get a roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches delivered straight to your inbox!Subscribe Here𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗸𝗹𝗼𝗿𝘆If you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.com(00:00) Folklory(01:00) Intro(03:30) 14-Year Old Radicalised by Extremist and Incel Views(33:40) Gen Z’s Sober Party Trend(53:28) One Shiok Comment(55:26) One Shiok Thing𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲!Reddit | Telegram𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀TikTok | Instagram | Facebook𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲: 14-Year Old Radicalised by Extremist and Incel ViewsS’porean boy, 14, given ISA restriction order; first self-radicalisation case from mixed ideologiesSingapore picks up first case of incel radicalised by mixing far-right, far-left and ISIS ideologiesCNA Explains: What is incel culture and why does it sometimes lead to radicalisation?Issuance of Restriction Orders Under the Internal Security Act (ISA) Against Two SingaporeansGen Z’s Sober Party TrendDo Singapore’s Gen Zs still know how to party?The sobering lessons behind the guy who runs the sober partiesWhat’s behind Asia’s new obsession with cafe parties?𝘔𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 @𝘴𝘩𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘌𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘪𝘹𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘛𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘠𝘦𝘢𝘬

Sep 12, 20251h 1m

Ep 718#713 ft. Janadas Devan - The Absurdity of a Singaporean Identity and the Fragility of Cohesion

Janadas Devan, Chairman of the Singapore International Foundation’s (SIF) Board of Governors, reflects on Singapore’s 60-year journey from unexpected independence to forging a national identity. He recalls how leaders like Lee Kuan Yew and S. Rajaratnam once doubted Singapore’s survival, and we discuss the impact of policies, lived experiences, and institutions have had on social cohesion in Singapore. We also talk about current strains on social capital - from inequality to immigration and social media, and why he still believes in the future of Singapore. 𝙏𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙚𝙥𝙞𝙨𝙤𝙙𝙚 𝙞𝙨 𝙗𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙗𝙮 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙎𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙖𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙁𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 (𝙎𝙄𝙁)𝘚𝘐𝘍 𝘣𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘴 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘵𝘰𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘵𝘰 𝘴𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘴𝘬𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘴, 𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘢𝘴, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘰𝘭𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘨𝘭𝘰𝘣𝘢𝘭 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘦𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘰𝘥𝘢𝘺. 𝘈𝘴 𝘚𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘢𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘮𝘢𝘳𝘬𝘴 𝘚𝘎60, 𝘚𝘐𝘍 𝘢𝘭𝘴𝘰 𝘤𝘦𝘭𝘦𝘣𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯’𝘴 𝘳𝘪𝘤𝘩 𝘮𝘶𝘭𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘶𝘭𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘭 𝘩𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘢𝘨𝘦, 𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘥𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘶𝘦𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘴𝘩𝘢𝘱𝘦 𝘸𝘩𝘰 𝘸𝘦 𝘢𝘳𝘦.𝘊𝘩𝘦𝘤𝘬 𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘚𝘐𝘍 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘺 𝘥𝘰 | https://www.sif.org.sg/ | https://www.instagram.com/siforg𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴Haresh: SPEED DOES AMERICA🇺🇸 (Official Trailer)Terence: Behind the Scenes of World Aquatics Championships 2025 | Sony x World AquaticsJanadas: National Day Parade 2025𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 – "𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝘁”Get a roundup our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches delivered straight to your inbox!Subscribe Here(00:00) A Message from SIF(00:40) Intro(01:39) Singapore's Survival and Global City Concept(04:19) Social Cohesion and Multiracial Achievements(17:13) Local-Foreign Relations and Future Social Cohesion(22:45) New Challengs: Immigration and Social Media(33:41) The Role of Education and Government Policies(36:11) The Evolving Singapore Identity(37:45) Peace and Cohesion of Singapore(38:03) Challenges of Racial Harmony(41:20) Understanding and Tolerance(43:33) COVID-19 and Social Capital(49:00) Historical Context and Lessons Learned(53:00) Cultural and Religious Diversity in Southeast Asia(55:05) Institutional Influence on Cohesion(59:13) Young People and Multiculturalism(01:00:40) One Shiok Thing𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲!Reddit | Telegram𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀TikTok | Instagram | Facebook𝘔𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 @𝘴𝘩𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘌𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘪𝘹𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘛𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘠𝘦𝘢𝘬

Sep 10, 20251h 7m

Ep 717#712: Tharman’s "We First" Speech Opens Parliament & Couple Stranded on Pulau Ubin over $5 Fare

Singapore’s 15th Parliament opened with President Tharman’s call for a “we first” mindset, Speaker Seah warning MPs not to treat Parliament like TikTok, and Pritam Singh promising WP will play its part in raising Parliament’s standing. Plus, on Pulau Ubin, a man refused to pay the $5 boat fare, got stranded, and ended up chartering another boat back for $48.𝙎𝙥𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙤𝙧 – 𝙎𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙖𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙁𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 (𝙎𝙄𝙁)𝘚𝘐𝘍 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘯𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘴 𝘚𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘢𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘭𝘥𝘸𝘪𝘥𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘨𝘭𝘰𝘣𝘢𝘭 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘴𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘥𝘳𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘨𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘢 𝘣𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘭𝘥. 𝘈𝘴 𝘚𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘢𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘮𝘢𝘳𝘬𝘴 𝘚𝘎60, 𝘸𝘦 𝘤𝘦𝘭𝘦𝘣𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘣𝘺 𝘦𝘹𝘱𝘭𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 “𝘚𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘢𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘯 𝘐𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘵𝘺” 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘱𝘰𝘦𝘵, 𝘸𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘣𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘢𝘥𝘷𝘪𝘴𝘰𝘳 𝘒𝘰𝘩 𝘉𝘶𝘤𝘬 𝘚𝘰𝘯𝘨.𝘓𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘶𝘭𝘭 𝘌𝘱𝘪𝘴𝘰𝘥𝘦 #646𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴Haresh: i spent 24 hours in Singapore's first MRT Hotel (vlog)Terence: Singapore Airlines’ New In-flight Safety Video𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 – "𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝘁”Get a roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches delivered straight to your inbox!Subscribe Here(00:00) Singapore International Foundation(01:00) Intro(03:50) Tharman’s "We First" Speech Opens Parliament(28:30) Couple Stranded on Pulau Ubin over $5 Fare(39:44) One Shiok Comment(42:30) One Shiok Thing𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲!Reddit | Telegram𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀TikTok | Instagram | Facebook𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲:Tharman’s "We First" Speech Opens ParliamentPresident Tharman urges 'we first' mindset as Singapore refreshes economic strategyParliament not a live stream on TikTok, resist playing to gallery: Speaker Seah Kian PengWP will play its part to raise the standing of Singapore’s Parliament: Pritam SinghPSP's Leong Mun Wai spotted at opening of 15th Parliament, invited by Speaker of the HouseOpening of 15th Parliament: MPs give their take on pressing concerns of the daysHow Speakers of Parliament are Introduced in CanadaCouple Stranded on Pulau Ubin over $5 FareMan refuses to pay S$5 for Pulau Ubin boat fare, gets stranded, pays S$48 to charter boat backVisit Pulau Ubin | NEA WebsiteForum: Boatman refused to take us from Ubin unless we paid moreForum: Ubin boatmen can make private arrangements on fare with passengers[Feb 2025] Forum: Cab drivers’ refusal to pick up fares at airport could hurt Singapore’s reputation𝘔𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 @𝘴𝘩𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘌𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘪𝘹𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘛𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘠𝘦𝘢𝘬

Sep 8, 202547 min

Ep 716#711: Cost of Living Tops GE2025 Concerns & TikToker Sparks IKEA Halal Food Debate

The IPS post-election survey after GE2025 reveals cost of living as the top voter concern, with PAP and WP credibility scores converging and younger voters showing surprising support for the status quo. Plus, a TikToker sparks a heated debate about the lack of halal food at IKEA Alexandra.𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴Haresh: Chinese YouTuber builds a metro station for his catsTerence: China holds military parade marking 80 years since Japan’s WWII surrender𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 – "𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝘁”Get a roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches delivered straight to your inbox!Subscribe Here𝗡𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗮 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝟲𝟬 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗪𝗶𝘀𝗱𝗼𝗺!We’re recording 60 Folklories with 60 Singaporeans above 60 yrs as part of our “Words of Wisdom” Project.Check out the first wave of recordings https://www.folklory.com/words-of-wisdom for SG60Help us keep these stories alive by nominating your loved ones!(00:00) Words of Wisdom(00:50) Intro(03:35) Cost of Living Tops GE2025 Concerns(32:50) TikToker Sparks IKEA Halal Food Debate(46:34) One Shiok Comment(51:58) One Shiok Thing𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲!Reddit | Telegram𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀TikTok | Instagram | Facebook𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲:Cost of Living Tops GE2025 ConcernsCost of living was top voter concern in GE2025, IPS post-election survey showsUpswing in younger voters backing status quo in GE2025: IPS studyPAP & WP's mean credibility scores converged in IPS Post-GE2025 election surveyIPS Survey SlidesPritam’s Post on FacebookTikToker Sparks IKEA Halal Food DebateTikToker questions lack of halal food at IKEA Alexandra, comments say he's 'entitled'𝘔𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 @𝘴𝘩𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘌𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘪𝘹𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘛𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘠𝘦𝘢𝘬

Sep 5, 202558 min

Ep 715#710: Stephanie Tan on Choosing PSP over PAP, Being Labelled a “Homemaker” & Making PSLE Optional

Stephanie Tan, CEC member of the Progress Singapore Party (PSP), sits down with us to discuss her journey from lawyer to civil servant to homemaker and finally to opposition candidate in GE2025. She reflects on her roundtable debut, the realities of campaigning, her policy convictions, why she chose PSP over other parties and their strategy post-GE2025.𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗸𝗹𝗼𝗿𝘆If you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.com𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴Haresh: A Transparent Toilet You Can See ThroughTerence: 64 Bits - We Turned Indiana Jones (2024) into a 1992 Adventure Game! - YouTubeStephanie: Pei Pa Koa Series | Nin Jiom𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 – "𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝘁”Get a roundup our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches delivered straight to your inbox!Subscribe Here(00:00) Folklory(01:00) Intro(03:54) Stephanie Tan's Political Journey(08:50) Volunteering and Joining PSP(20:38) Running as a Candidate(24:47) Challenges and Experiences in Politics(28:00) Policy Communication and Changes(32:22) Electoral Strategy and CEC Role(35:24) GE Roundtable Experience and Reflection(39:45) Broadcast and Post-Election Reflections(43:02) Views on PSLE(52:25) Bullying Policy Discussion(58:53) Political Perspectives on bullying(01:03:39) Women in Politics and Tokenism(01:08:15) General Elections and PSP's Future(01:14:43) One Shiok Thing𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲!Reddit | Telegram𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀TikTok | Instagram | Facebook𝘔𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 @𝘴𝘩𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘌𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘪𝘹𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘛𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘠𝘦𝘢𝘬

Sep 3, 20251h 22m

Ep 714#709: Edwin Tong Slams US Comedian’s Censorship Claims & Italian Swimmers Caught for Shoplifting

US comedian Sammy Obeid claimed his Singapore show was cancelled due to censorship over the Gaza crisis, but IMDA says it was because of a late licence submission. Plus, two Italian swimmers were detained for alleged shoplifting at Changi Airport but were let off with a warning, raising questions about diplomatic discretion. 𝗡𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗮 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝟲𝟬 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗪𝗶𝘀𝗱𝗼𝗺!We’re recording 60 Folklories with 60 Singaporeans above 60 yrs as part of our “Words of Wisdom” Project.Check out the first wave of recordings https://www.folklory.com/words-of-wisdom for SG60Help us keep these stories alive by nominating your loved ones!𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴Haresh: Wala Wala Cafe Bar reverses closure plan, remains in Holland VillageTerence: Terminator 2D: No Fate - Official 'Judgment Day' Trailer𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 – "𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝘁”Get a roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches delivered straight to your inbox!Subscribe Here(00:00) Words of Wisdom(00:50) Intro(06:50) Edwin Tong Slams US Comedian’s Censorship Claims(38:40) Italian Swimmers Caught for Shoplifting(54:50) One Shiok Comment(57:08) One Shiok Thing𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲!Reddit | Telegram𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀TikTok | Instagram | Facebook𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲:Edwin Tong Slams US Comedian’s Censorship ClaimsUS comedian's S'pore show cancelled, alleges censorship on Gaza crisis, IMDA says application lateIMDA says US comedian Sammy Obeid's show was cancelled over late submission, not Gaza censorshipAuthorities looking at 'further steps' after comedian Sammy Obeid's 'completely fictional' account of cancelled Singapore show: Edwin TongRequirements for Arts Entertainment LicenceItalian Swimmers Caught for ShopliftingItalian swimmers let off with warning after alleged shoplifting case at Changi Airport: ReportsSwimmers returning home to Italy detained in Singapore for shoplifting𝘔𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 @𝘴𝘩𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘌𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘪𝘹𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘛𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘠𝘦𝘢𝘬

Sep 1, 20251h 0m

Ep 713#708: U17 Footballer Dropped For Choosing Exams & Jack Neo’s AI LKY Video Deemed “Respectful”

A viral online post by local celeb Norfasarie about her son’s omission from the U17 national team, after prioritising N-level studies over a training camp, sparked controversy as well as a response from FAS. Elsewhere, Jack Neo’s SG60 music video featuring an AI-generated image of Lee Kuan Yew drew public attention, with MCCY assessing it as “respectful.” 𝙎𝙥𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙤𝙧: 𝙊𝙒𝙉𝘿𝘼𝙔𝙎𝘞𝘦 𝘴𝘢𝘵 𝘥𝘰𝘸𝘯 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘋𝘳. 𝘊𝘩𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘠𝘢𝘶, 𝘚𝘦𝘯𝘪𝘰𝘳 𝘊𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘶𝘭𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘵 𝘖𝘱𝘩𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘭𝘮𝘰𝘭𝘰𝘨𝘪𝘴𝘵 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘋𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘰𝘳 𝘰𝘧 𝘕𝘦𝘶𝘳𝘰-𝘖𝘱𝘩𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘭𝘮𝘰𝘭𝘰𝘨𝘺 𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘐𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘌𝘺𝘦 𝘊𝘢𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘢𝘤𝘵 𝘙𝘦𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘢 𝘊𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘯 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘣𝘺𝘰𝘱𝘪𝘢 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘩𝘰𝘸 𝘪𝘵 𝘢𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘴 𝘶𝘴 𝘢𝘴 𝘸𝘦 𝘨𝘦𝘵 𝘰𝘭𝘥𝘦𝘳.𝘓𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘶𝘭𝘭 𝘌𝘱𝘪𝘴𝘰𝘥𝘦 #702𝘎𝘦𝘵 𝘧𝘳𝘦𝘦 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘨𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘦𝘴 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘧𝘳𝘢𝘮𝘦 𝘱𝘶𝘳𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘢𝘵 𝘖𝘞𝘕𝘋𝘈𝘠𝘚 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴Haresh: Navy doctor to compete in 115km open water swimTerence: Maurice Moves𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 – "𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝘁”Get a roundup our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches delivered straight to your inbox!Subscribe Here(00:00) A Message From OWNDAYS(01:10) Intro(07:43) U17 Footballer Dropped For Choosing Exams(36:51) Jack Neo’s AI LKY Video Deemed “Respectful”(56:12) One Shiok Comment(58:33) One Shiok Thing 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲!Reddit | Telegram 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀TikTok | Instagram | Facebook 𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲:U17 Footballer Dropped For Choosing ExamsSon of S'pore ex-footballer Baihakki Khaizan allegedly dropped from U17 team as he couldn't join team for friendly match to prepare for upcoming N-levelsLocal celeb Norfasarie’s post on son’s omission from U-16 football team goes viral; FAS respondsSingapore footballer dropped from U-17 national squad after row over studies and training campFAS media statement to address recent online discussions about the Singapore National U17 team’s preparation for the AFC Qualifiers in November 2025Jack Neo’s AI LKY Video Deemed “Respectful”AI-generated image of Lee Kuan Yew in Jack Neo video assessed by MCCY as 'respectful'Director Jack Neo uses AI to create SG60 song, includes AI image of Lee Kuan Yew[2016] Guidelines issued on use of name and image of Lee Kuan Yew𝘔𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 @𝘴𝘩𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘌𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘪𝘹𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘛𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘠𝘦𝘢𝘬

Aug 29, 20251h 3m

Ep 712#707: Platform Workers Press Ng Chee Meng & Safra’s Wild Plan to Go Beyond a Social Club

Platform workers met NTUC chief Ng Chee Meng to raise frustrations over unclear fares, illegal foreign riders, and the future of gig work. At the same time, enforcement agencies clamped down on foreigners doing delivery work illegally. We also discuss Desmond Choo’s eyebrow-raising call for Safra to evolve from a social club into a “defence movement.”𝙎𝙥𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙤𝙧: 𝙋𝙚𝙤𝙥𝙡𝙚’𝙨 𝘼𝙨𝙨𝙤𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙔𝙤𝙪𝙩𝙝 𝙈𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 (𝙋𝘼𝙔𝙈)𝘞𝘦 𝘴𝘱𝘰𝘬𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘋𝘳. 𝘑𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘭 𝘗𝘶𝘵𝘩𝘶𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘺 𝘵𝘰 𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘥 𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘵𝘩 𝘊𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘭𝘢𝘶𝘯𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘗𝘈𝘠𝘔 𝘢𝘴 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘍𝘶𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘠𝘖𝘜𝘵𝘩 𝘔𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵.𝘓𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘶𝘭𝘭 𝘌𝘱𝘪𝘴𝘰𝘥𝘦 #632𝘝𝘪𝘦𝘸 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘗𝘈 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘵𝘩 𝘊𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘦𝘳𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴Haresh: China’s “mistress dispellers”Terence: Brain Experts WARNING: Watch This Before Using ChatGPT Again!𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 – "𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝘁”Get a roundup our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches delivered straight to your inbox! Subscribe Here(00:00) FutureYOUth Movement | PA Youth Charter(00:50) Intro(05:25) Platform Workers Press Ng Chee Meng(29:20) Safra’s Wild Plan to Go Beyond a Social Club(42:13) One Shiok Comment(45:30) One Shiok Thing𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲!Reddit | Telegram𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀TikTok | Instagram | Facebook𝗧𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗰𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗘𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲:Platform Workers Press Ng Chee MengPlatform workers air frustrations on unclear fares, illegal 'hitch' rides and other issues in dialogue with Ng Chee MengEarnings of some platform workers up since clampdown on those doing job illegally: Ng Chee MengTrilateral work group formed to address allegations of foreigners illegally taking on platform workThree foreigners arrested for working illegally as delivery ridersMixed reactions among Malaysia drivers on S’pore move to clamp down on illegal ride-hailing services'No passengers, only drivers': Why the Singapore-Malaysia cross-border taxi scheme needs a revampSafra’s Wild Plan to Go Beyond a Social ClubDesmond Choo wants Safra to go from social club to a defence movement𝘔𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 @𝘴𝘩𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘌𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘪𝘹𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘛𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘠𝘦𝘢𝘬

Aug 27, 202553 min

Ep 711#706 ft. Pritam Singh - Why SG’s Leader of Opposition Won’t Be PM & Dealing with Govt Scrutiny

Leader of the Opposition Pritam Singh joins us after GE2025 to talk candidly about the Workers’ Party’s results, the challenges of opposition politics, and his role in Parliament. He explains why he doesn’t aspire to be Singapore’s Prime Minister, how WP balances ideals with pragmatism, and what the party stands for in the years ahead. We also cover hot-button issues like HDB pricing, constituency strategy, controversies within the party, and WP’s evolving stance on international conflicts. Beyond politics, Pritam opens up about fatherhood, family, and what truly excites him about Singapore’s future.𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴Terence: The Handmaid's Tale | Final Season TrailerHaresh: Better in Denim by GapPritam: The Inner Ring by CS Lewis𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 – "𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝘁”Get a roundup our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches delivered straight to your inbox!Subscribe Here𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗸𝗹𝗼𝗿𝘆If you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one.Get started at Folklory.com(00:00) Folklory(01:00) Intro(02:30) Parliamentary Dynamics and Opposition Role(04:42) Reflections on GE2025 and Political Strategy(06:12) Manifesto and Future Elections(13:57) Political Participation and Challenges(15:41) How GE2025 Evolved Pritam Singh(23:14) Why Pritam Doesn't Want to be PM(25:20) Leadership and Vision(28:55) Challenges in Politics(29:40) Evolving Political Environment(35:22) Retail Politics and Community Engagement(41:31) Challenges in Opposition Recruiting(45:14) Handling Conversations and Branding(46:55) The Andre Low Telegram Controversy(58:20) The Privileged Position of MPs(59:33) Contentious International Issues(01:07:03) Opposition's Approach to Issues(01:14:04) Liberal and Woke Politics(01:17:22) Personal Insights and Family Life(01:23:15) Political Journey and Future(01:38:00) One Shiok Thing𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲!Reddit | Telegram𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀TikTok | Instagram | Facebook𝘔𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 @𝘴𝘩𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘌𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘪𝘹𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘛𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘠𝘦𝘢𝘬

Aug 25, 20251h 46m

Ep 710#705 ft. Dr Ang Swee Chai - Risking Her Life in Gaza as a Christian Surgeon for Palestinians

Orthopaedic surgeon Dr Ang Swee Chai recounts her arrest & interrogation in Singapore linked to her husband Francis’s escape, her decision to speak publicly about the 1982 Sabra & Shatila massacre in Beirut, Lebanon, and the consequences of speaking up for Palestinians. 𝙎𝙥𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙤𝙧: 𝙋𝙚𝙤𝙥𝙡𝙚’𝙨 𝘼𝙨𝙨𝙤𝙘𝙞𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙔𝙤𝙪𝙩𝙝 𝙈𝙤𝙫𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩 (𝙋𝘼𝙔𝙈)𝘞𝘦 𝘴𝘱𝘰𝘬𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘋𝘳. 𝘑𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘭 𝘗𝘶𝘵𝘩𝘶𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘺 𝘵𝘰 𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘥 𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘵𝘩 𝘊𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘭𝘢𝘶𝘯𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘗𝘈𝘠𝘔 𝘢𝘴 𝘱𝘢𝘳𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘍𝘶𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘠𝘖𝘜𝘵𝘩 𝘔𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵.𝘓𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘶𝘭𝘭 𝘌𝘱𝘪𝘴𝘰𝘥𝘦 #632𝘝𝘪𝘦𝘸 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘗𝘈 𝘠𝘰𝘶𝘵𝘩 𝘊𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘦𝘳𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗿 𝗔𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘄𝗲𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗶From Beirut to Jerusalem by Ang Swee ChaiMedical Aid for Palestinians𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴Haresh: My Micro Cafe And Roastery In My HDB Flat After Being RetrenchedTerence: Limitarianism: The Case Against Extreme Wealth by Ingrid RobeynsDr Swee: Why Palestine?: Reflections From Singapore𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 – "𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝘁”Get a roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches delivered straight to your inbox!Subscribe Here(00:00) FutureYOUth Movement | PA Youth Charter(00:50) Intro(03:25) Activism and Human Rights(06:28) Challenges & Discrimination in Medicine(12:44) Marrying Francis Khoo(14:15) Francis Khoo's Escape to the UK(15:25) Getting Detained and Becoming a Refugee in the UK(25:55) 1982 Israeli Invasion of Lebanon and Dr Swee's Awakening(28:50) Enlisting to Be a Field Surgeon in Beirut(31:19) Introduction to the Refugee Camp and Palestinian Red Crescent Society(34:05) Discovering the Palestinian People(35:04) Life in the Palestinian Camp(36:54) Witnessing the Sabra and Shatila Massacre(38:16) Realizing the Humanitarian Crisis(43:54) Aftermath and Reflection(49:53) Testifying in the Kahan Commission(59:52) Religious Reflection and Conclusion(01:04:39) Engaging with Opposing Views(01:05:43) Gaza Conflict and Humanitarian Concerns(01:07:49) Refugee Crisis and Historical Context(01:08:51) Palestinian Identity and Global Perceptions(01:12:27) Challenges in Addressing the Conflict(01:13:14) Importance of Social Media and News Interpretation(01:18:45) Personal Reflections and Activism(01:32:06) Progress in Palestinian Advocacy(01:35:18) One Shiok Thing𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲!Reddit | Telegram𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀TikTok | Instagram | Facebook𝘔𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 @𝘴𝘩𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘌𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘪𝘹𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘛𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘠𝘦𝘢𝘬

Aug 22, 20251h 39m

Ep 709#704: Living with HIV - Stigmas, Rejections & Why HIV is No Longer a Death Sentence

Calvin Tan was diagnosed HIV-positive at a time when the illness carried heavy stigma in Singapore. He shares the shock of his diagnosis, the rejection he faced, and the emotional toll of telling family and friends. Calvin also explains how modern treatment makes HIV a manageable condition, while stigma remains the bigger battle.𝙏𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙚𝙥𝙞𝙨𝙤𝙙𝙚 𝙞𝙨 𝙗𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙗𝙮 𝘼𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝘼𝙄𝘿𝙎 (𝘼𝙛𝘼) 𝘐𝘵’𝘴 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘯𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘴𝘦 𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘏𝘐𝘝, 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘫𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘧, 𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘦𝘰𝘱𝘭𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘤𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵. 𝘉𝘦𝘤𝘢𝘶𝘴𝘦 𝘬𝘯𝘰𝘸𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘴 𝘪𝘴 𝘢 𝘱𝘰𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘧𝘶𝘭 𝘸𝘢𝘺 𝘵𝘰 𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘵 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘵𝘩 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘭𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘥 𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴. 𝘈𝘧𝘈 𝘰𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘲𝘶𝘪𝘤𝘬, 𝘥𝘪𝘴𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘵, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘧𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘰𝘱𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘨𝘦𝘵 𝘵𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘥: ✅ 𝘈𝘯𝘰𝘯𝘺𝘮𝘰𝘶𝘴 𝘛𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘚𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘪𝘤𝘦 (𝘈𝘛𝘚) – 𝘕𝘰 𝘯𝘢𝘮𝘦𝘴, 𝘯𝘰 𝘧𝘶𝘴𝘴. 𝘑𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘤𝘭𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘺. 🚐 𝘔𝘰𝘣𝘪𝘭𝘦 𝘛𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘚𝘦𝘳𝘷𝘪𝘤𝘦 (𝘔𝘛𝘚) – 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘵𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘺𝘰𝘶. 𝘈𝘤𝘤𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘵𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘵 𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘭𝘰𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴. 🧠 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘯 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘏𝘐𝘝 𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘴𝘮𝘪𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯 – 𝘜𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘩𝘰𝘸 𝘏𝘐𝘝 𝘪𝘴 𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘴𝘮𝘪𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘥 (𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘩𝘰𝘸 𝘪𝘵 𝘥𝘰𝘦𝘴𝘯’𝘵). 𝘓𝘦𝘵’𝘴 𝘵𝘢𝘭𝘬 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘏𝘐𝘝 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦 𝘸𝘦 𝘵𝘢𝘭𝘬 𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘢𝘯𝘺 𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘩𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘵𝘩 𝘤𝘩𝘦𝘤𝘬-𝘶𝘱. 𝘕𝘰 𝘴𝘩𝘢𝘮𝘦, 𝘯𝘰 𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘨𝘮𝘢. 𝘑𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘱𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘣𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺. (00:00) Intro(01:37) Understanding HIV and AIDS(04:00) Calvin's Diagnosis and Reaction(10:07) Anonymity and Initial Treatment(17:16) Disclosure to Friends and Family(30:29) Educational Efforts and Public Speaking(37:26) Financial Struggles and Medication Costs(40:08) Social Stigma and Personal Experiences(49:51) Policy Impacts and Infectious Diseases Act(54:42) Importance of HIV Testing(59:35) Anonymous Testing Van(01:04:15) One Shiok Thing𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴Haresh: E-Myth Mastery by Michael E. Gerber |Terence: Shakira and Wyclef Jean Celebrate 20 Years of Hips Don't LieCalvin: Hong Thai - Thai Herbal Inhaler𝗦𝘂𝗯𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗶𝗯𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 – "𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗟𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗹𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝘁” Get a roundup our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches delivered straight to your inbox! Subscribe Here𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲!Reddit | Telegram𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹𝘀TikTok | Instagram | Facebook𝘔𝘪𝘤𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘏𝘦𝘢𝘥𝘱𝘩𝘰𝘯𝘦𝘴 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 @𝘴𝘩𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘌𝘥𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘮𝘪𝘹𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘛𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘯 𝘠𝘦𝘢𝘬

Aug 20, 20251h 10m

Ep 708#703: Breaking Down PM Wong’s National Day Rally & Sengkang Bullies Suspended for Death Threats

PM Wong’s National Day Rally 2025 drew mixed reactions, with analysts noting its measured tone and opposition parties issuing their responses. We also discuss the shocking case at Sengkang Green Primary, where three Primary 3 students were suspended after issuing violent death threats against a classmate and her family.Nominate a Senior over 60 for Words of Wisdom!We’ll be recording 60 Folklories with 60 Singaporeans above 60 yrs as part of our “Words of Wisdom” Project for SG60You can check out the first wave of recordings on the same siteHelp us keep these stories alive by nominating your loved ones!(00:00) Words of Wisdom(00:50) Intro(05:33) Breaking Down PM Wong’s National Day Rally(31:50) Sengkang Bullies Suspended for Death Threats(50:50) One Shiok Comment(53:44) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok ThingHaresh: Bus Aunty – Real-Time Bus Arrival Display for Singapore HomesTerence: I built an e-bike with unlimited range and tried to ride 450 miles on it…Sign up for "Your Little Bit" - our weekly newsletterGet a weekly roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches!Click here to sign up!Comment on this episode!Reddit | TelegramFollow us on our socials for the latest newsTikTok | Instagram | FacebookBreaking Down PM Wong’s National Day RallyHighlights: PM Wong's National Day Rally 2025PM Wong's National Day Rally 2025 in 60 secondsNDR 2025 a rallying cry amid significant challenges facing Singapore, say analystsNational Day Rally: Lack of big announcements could reflect PM Wong’s ‘first among equals’ styleWP’s Response on FBPSP’s Response on FBSengkang Bullies Suspended for Death ThreatsThree Sengkang Green Primary 3 students suspended after threatening to kill classmate and her familySengkang Green Primary School suspends three students after death threats; mother disputes school’s claimsMother’s FB Post #1Mother’s FB Post #2Mics and Headphones from @shureEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Aug 18, 202558 min

Ep 707#702 ft. Dr. Christine Yau - The Vision Problem You Can’t Escape & What You Can Do!

Dr Christine Yau – Senior Consultant Ophthalmologist and Director of Neuro-Ophthalmology at the International Eye Cataract Retina Centre – explains why presbyopia, the age-related loss of near vision, affects everyone over 40. She also shares eye care tips and other good eye care habits, debunks common myths and explains the importance of regular yearly eye exams. Our SponsorNeed clear vision up close and far away? OWNDAYS premium progressive lenses provide seamless clarity at every distance with no need to switch glasses. Get free progressive lenses with every frame purchase!OWNDAYS is a leading eyewear brand from Japan, offering free eye checks, transparent pricing and over 1,500 stylish frames. Every pair includes high-quality multi-coated lenses, ready in 20 minutes, with lifetime maintenance. Visit your nearest OWNDAYS store today and experience the difference.(00:00) Intro(04:54) Subspecialties in Opthalmology(10:32) Eye Health and Nutrition(17:44) Digital Eye Strain(20:22) Understanding Presbyopia(21:31) Vision and Lifestyle(24:26) Progressive Lenses Explained(27:39) Presbyopia and Bifocal Lenses(29:18) Understanding Presbyopia Symptoms(36:41) Routine Eye Checkups and Their Benefits(43:10) Addressing Eye Issues with Age(50:17) General Eye Health Recommendations(55:06) Importance of Regular Eye Checkups(58:44) Eye Health Tip - The 20-20-20 Rule(59:45) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok ThingHaresh: Shitzprobe - Improvised MusicalsTerence: How We Train For NDP 2023: Inside The Red Lions Training Camp | JUMP! - Pt 1/2Dr Christine Yau: Here’s why your kitchen sponge may be making you sick, and how often to change itSign up for "Your Little Bit" - our weekly newsletterGet a weekly roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches!Click here to sign up!Comment on this episodeReddit | TelegramFollow us on our socials for the latest newsTikTok | Instagram | FacebookMics and Headphones from @shureEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Aug 15, 20251h 8m

Ep 706#701: KF Seetoh vs Ong Ye Kung Over Hawker Rules & SBS Transit Apologises for Train Breakdown

KF Seetoh accuses Bukit Canberra Hawker Centre of unfair rules and extra charges for stallholders. Ong Ye Kung responds, disputing the claims and clarifying hawkers’ obligations. We also cover SBS Transit’s apology after a major disruption on the North East Line and Sengkang-Punggol LRT, and Acting Transport Minister Jeffrey Siow’s reaction to recent breakdowns.Our Sponsor – CloserStill MediaAttend eCommerce Expo | DMEXCO Asia, happening 8-9 Oct at MBSGet your free tickets here(00:00) eCommerce Expo | DMEXCO Asia(01:21) Intro(04:00) KF Seetoh vs Ong Ye Kung Over Hawker Rules(38:46) SBS Transit Apologises for Train Breakdown(50:10) One Shiok Comment(54:00) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok ThingHaresh: The Best Gun Debate I've Had in YearsTerence: How’d Mehdi Do It? 7 Debate Lessons From JubileeSign up for "Your Little Bit" - our weekly newsletterGet a weekly roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches!Click here to sign up!Comment on this episode!Reddit | TelegramFollow us on our socials for the latest newsTikTok | Instagram | FacebookKF Seetoh vs Ong Ye Kung Over Hawker RulesOng Ye Kung rebuts complaints about treatment of stallholders at Bukit Canberra Hawker CentreOng Ye Kung debunks KF Seetoh's claims that Bukit Canberra hawkers charged S$70 for basket to store deliveriesBukit Canberra hawkers will not be penalised for not providing meals for low-income residents: Ong Ye KungKf Seetoh’s FB post with receiptsKf Seetoh’s FB latest post on 13 Aug 2025[June 2024] Doing charity, encouraging healthy eating, adhering to onerous rules: Is too much being asked of hawkers?SBS Transit Apologises for Train BreakdownSBS Transit CEO apologises for hours-long disruption on North East Line and Sengkang-Punggol LRTSeries of recent train disruptions 'disappointing', says Acting Transport Minister Jeffrey SiowMics and Headphones from @shureEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Aug 13, 202558 min

Ep 705#700: PM Wong vs Pritam on National Day Message & Wake Up SG Founder to Be Called to the Bar

National Day messages from PM Lawrence Wong and Workers’ Party Chief Pritam Singh highlight differing aspects on nation-building. We unpack their contrasting tones, calls to action, and what they signal for Singapore’s future. Plus, Wake Up Singapore founder Ariffin Sha is allowed to be admitted to the Bar despite his role in a past defamation case.(00:00) Intro(12:27) PM Wong vs Pritam on National Day Message(38:28) Wake Up SG Founder to Be Called to the Bar(51:41) One Shiok Comment(54:28) One Shiok Thing(58:12) Q&AOne Shiok ThingHaresh: ‘And heeere they come!’ Meet Mr X, the voice of NDP for over 20 yearsTerence: Made in Singapore Concert Series with Miss Lou ft. Riduan ZalaniSign up for "Your Little Bit" - our weekly newsletterGet a weekly roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches!Click here to sign up!Comment on this episode!Reddit | TelegramFollow us on our socials for the latest newsTikTok | Instagram | FacebookPM Wong vs Pritam on National Day MessageSingapore refreshing economic strategy to secure future in 'very different world': PM Wong in National Day MessagePM Wong calls on S’poreans to band together for nation to remain exceptional in National Day messageNation-building both an individual & collective effort: Workers' Party National Day MessageNation building is every Singaporean’s responsibility, not the work of one party alone: PritamWake Up SG Founder to Be Called to the BarWake Up Singapore founder can be admitted to the Bar despite KKH defamation case, says Chief JusticeChief Justice allows founder of site that ran fake KKH story to be called to the BarMics and Headphones from @shureEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Aug 11, 20251h 6m

Ep 704#699: Trial To Extend Liquor Licenses to 4am & Muslim Passenger Served Pork on SIA

Singapore will trial extended liquor hours till 4AM for nightlife spots in Boat Quay, Clarke Quay and Upper Circular Road as part of a plan to revitalise the area. Plus, Singapore Airlines apologises after a Muslim passenger was served prosciutto and allegedly told it wasn’t pork.Our Sponsor – CloserStill MediaAttend eCommerce Expo | DMEXCO Asia, happening 8-9 Oct at MBSGet your free tickets hereOur 700th Episode Special Livestream!Happening 11 August Monday at 6.00pm GMT+8!Click here to get notified when we go live!(00:00) eCommerce Expo | DMEXCO ASIA(01:14) Intro(07:06) Trial To Extend Liquor Licenses to 4am(30:00) Muslim Passenger Served Pork on SIA(46:10) One Shiok Comment(48:34) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok ThingHaresh: HIM | Official TrailerTerence: Planned Obsolescence and the Death of Great ProductsSign up for "Your Little Bit" - our weekly newsletterGet a weekly roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches!Click here to sign up!Comment on this episode!Reddit | TelegramFollow us on our socials for the latest newsTikTok | Instagram | FacebookTrial To Extend Liquor Licenses to 4amNightspots in Boat Quay, Clarke Quay, Upper Circular Road can apply to extend liquor trading hours in trialLiquor licences for F&B, nightlife venues extended to 4am in Boat Quay, Clarke QuayJoint Press Release on Revitalisation Measures at Boat Quay Historic District, Upper Circular Road Area and Clarke Quay Conservation Area[2018] Extension of liquor hours at Clarke Quay on trialMuslim Passenger Served Pork on SIAMuslim man on SIA flight served prosciutto, asks if it's pork, allegedly told it's not & ends up eating itSingapore Airlines apologises after Muslim passenger served pork, crew ‘didn’t know’ what prosciutto isMics and Headphones from @shureEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Aug 8, 202553 min

Ep 703#698 ft. Sandra Riley Tang - Her Viral Video Against HDB & Why She Quit Music After Coldplay

Sandra Riley Tang joins us to talk about her unforgettable performance with Coldplay in Singapore, her departure from The Sam Willows, and her passion for better HDB design. She reflects on burnout, therapy, and creative freedom, while sharing why she’s now focused on building a more beautiful, intentional life—both onstage and off.Our Sponsor: People’s Association Youth Movement (PAYM)This episode is brought to you in partnership with PAYM. They've recently launched the Youth Charter as part of the FutureYOUth Movement, which you can view at the PA Youth CharterCheck out PAYM on Instagram at @paym.youths(00:00) FutureYOUth Movement | PA Youth Charter(00:50) Intro(02:46) Exploration of Solo Music Career(06:08) Rediscovery and Performance Reflections(14:12) Impact of Opening for Coldplay(21:41) SG's Music and Sports Scenes(25:43) Pressure and Creative Change(26:30) Exploring Artistic Avenues(27:35) Return to Music(28:45) SingSong Social(44:18) Impact of HDB Colours(49:01) Meeting with the Town Council(52:13) Neighbourhood Voting and Survey(57:20) Community Involvement(59:32) Design Alterations and Approval(01:11:24) Navigating Bureaucracy(01:13:10) Design Aesthetics and Public Spaces(01:17:41) The Role of Creativity in HDB Design(01:24:40) One Shiok ThingFind Sandra Riley Tang Online!RRILEY on InstagramHer Viral HDB VideoOne Shiok ThingHaresh: Baz Luhrmann - Everybody's Free To Wear SunscreenTerence: Beyond the puzzles: Meet the people who bring escape rooms to lifeSandra: HDB | Town Design GuidesComment on this episode!Reddit | TelegramFollow us on our socials for the latest newsTikTok | IG | FBMics and Headphones from @shureEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Aug 6, 20251h 30m

Ep 702#697: SG60 Food Fair Vendors Slam Poor Sales & Sydney Sweeney’s Jeans Ad Called Out

A viral video over the weekend showed food vendors at the SG60 Bayfront food fair worried about suffering major losses of up to $10,000. But is it their fault or is it a lack of support from the organisers? Elsewhere, American Eagle is under fire for a jeans ad featuring actress Sydney Sweeney that has been accused of promoting eugenics.Our Sponsor – CloserStill MediaAttend eCommerce Expo | DMEXCO Asia, happening 8-9 Oct at MBSGet your free tickets here(00:00) eCommerce Expo | DMEXCO Asia(01:13) Intro(05:00) SG60 Food Fair Vendors Slam Poor Sales(29:07) Sydney Sweeney’s Jeans Ad Called Out(53:52) One Shiok Comment(01:01:06) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok ThingHaresh: Sons of SeverTerence: The Bassem Youssef Interview | NELK BOYSSign up for "Your Little Bit" - our weekly newsletterGet a weekly roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches!Click here to sign up!Comment on this episode!Reddit | TelegramFollow us on our socials for the latest newsTikTok | Instagram | FacebookSG60 Food Fair Vendors Slam Poor Sales'On the verge of losing $10k': Vendors voice concerns about poor business at Bayfront SG60 food fairVideo created by KwazyKorndog (@kwazykorndog)Sydney Sweeney’s Jeans Ad Called OutAmerican Eagle Outfitters defends controversial Sydney Sweeney jeans adSydney Sweeney's voter registration revealed amid American Eagle's 'good jeans' ad backlashMics and Headphones from @shureEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Aug 4, 20251h 5m

Ep 701#696: Backlash Over Mandarin-Taught Uni Courses in SG & Khairy vs PAP Over Pritam’s Podcast

Singapore’s top universities are introducing Mandarin-taught modules as interest from Chinese students grows, sparking debate about inclusivity, messaging, and academic identity. Elsewhere, podcaster & ex-Malaysian minister Khairy Jamaluddin called the PAP “juvenile” for reacting to Pritam Singh’s appearance on his podcast.Our Sponsor – CloserStill MediaAttend eCommerce Expo | DMEXCO Asia, happening 8-9 Oct at MBSGet your free tickets here(00:00) eCommerce Expo | DMEXCO Asia(01:22) Intro(09:00) Backlash Over Mandarin-Taught Uni Courses in SG(48:23) Khairy vs PAP Over Pritam’s Podcast(59:54) One Shiok Comment(01:02:27) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok ThingHaresh: Trump Dodges Epstein by Attacking Obama, Dropping MLK Files & Trying to Change CokeTerence: Dissect PodcastSign up for "Your Little Bit" - our weekly newsletterGet a weekly roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches!Click here to sign up!Comment on this episode!Reddit | TelegramFollow us on our socials for the latest newsTikTok |Instagram | FacebookBacklash Over Mandarin-Taught Uni Courses in SGAs Singapore grows in popularity with Chinese students, universities roll out Mandarin-taught programmesKhairy vs PAP Over Pritam’s PodcastEx-Malaysian minister Khairy Jamaluddin calls PAP 'juvenile' for response to WP chief Pritam Singh's podcast appearanceMics and Headphones from @shureEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Aug 1, 20251h 7m

Ep 700#695 ft. Jinx Yeo - Politically Incorrect Jokes, Beating Stage Fright & Surviving as a Comedian

Jinx Yeo opens up about what it’s really like being a stand-up comic in Singapore. He shares how his journey started 14 years ago, the impact of his viral videos as well as his experience building an international career from scratch. He also talks about making politically incorrect jokes, self-censorship and the difference between Singaporean and Western crowds.Check out Jinx’s Comedy!Jinx Yeo | Upcoming Comedy Shows & Tour DatesJinx Yeo - "Asian Nerd" Roasts the BritishNominate a Senior over 60 for Words of Wisdom!We’ll be recording 60 Folklories with 60 Singaporeans above 60 yrs as part of our “Words of Wisdom” Project for SG60You can check out the first wave of recordings on the same siteHelp us keep these stories alive by nominating your loved ones!(00:00) Words of Wisdom(00:48) Intro(02:54) Overcoming Introversion & Starting a Comedy Career(03:49) Challenges & Experiences in Comedy(09:10) Early Days of Singapore's Comedy Scene(18:09) Experiences in UK and Australia Comedy Scenes(22:00) Viral Success & International Exposure(26:28) Performing for Diverse Audiences & Writing Process(31:16) Dealing with Bureaucracy in Singapore's Creative Scene(36:21) Perceptions of Comedians and Political Correctness(40:03) The Craft of Stand-up Comedy(45:29) Nervousness, Performance & Political Comedy(51:21) Future of the Comedy Scene(57:10) International Influence & Responsibilities in Comedy(58:43) Jonathan Atherton's Legacy in Singapore Comedy(01:01:35) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok ThingTerence: ROSÉ & PSY - APT. (live from 싸이흠뻑쇼 SUMMERSWAG 2025)Haresh: 1 Progressive vs 20 Far-Right Conservatives (ft. Mehdi Hasan)Jinx: WOAH! Trump Named In Epstein Files | Candace Ep 219Sign up for "Your Little Bit" - our weekly newsletterGet a weekly roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches!Click here to sign up!Comment on this episode!Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/Telegram: https://t.me/YahLahButPodcastFollow us on our socials for the latest newsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yahlahbutInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/yahlahbut/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/yahlahbutpodMics and Headphones from @shureEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Jul 30, 20251h 10m

Ep 699#694: Sinkhole at Tanjong Katong Swallows Car & SMRT Gets Reduced Fine for 2024 Train Disruption

A car fell into a sinkhole along Tanjong Katong Road, prompting a nationwide safety review of sewer works by PUB. Elsewhere, LTA reduced SMRT’s $3 million fine for a major East-West Line disruption to $2.4 million.Our Podcast Creation WorkshopOnly 2 more slots remain for our full-day podcast workshop on either 15th or 16th Aug, done face-to-face at our studio!Registration ends this Sunday (3 Aug), so sign up here(00:00) Our Podcast Creation Workshop!(03:00) Intro(13:07) Sinkhole at Tanjong Katong Swallows Car(39:17) SMRT Gets Reduced Fine for 2024 Train Disruption(49:49) One Shiok Comment(56:18) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok ThingHaresh: DJ Tinc on InstagramTerence: I Moved To An Abandoned House Near Mount Fuji, Japan To Start A BusinessSign up for "Your Little Bit" - our weekly newsletterGet a weekly roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches!Click here to sign up!Comment on this episode!Reddit | TelegramFollow us on our socials for the latest newsTikTok | Instagram | FacebookSinkhole at Tanjong Katong Swallows CarWoman taken to hospital after car falls into sinkhole on Tanjong Katong RoadCondo near Tanjong Katong sinkhole to hire independent engineers to assess safetyDashcam footage shows moment Tanjong Katong sinkhole openTanjong Katong sinkhole: PUB calls for safety time-out to review similar sewer works across SingaporeHow quick-thinking workers helped rescue driver of car that fell into Tanjong Katong sinkhole[2022] Slip road to Farrer Road closed for repair of cave-in, PUB hopes to reopen it ‘in the next few daysSMRT Gets Reduced Fine for 2024 Train DisruptionEast-West Line disruption: LTA cuts SMRT's fine to S$2.4 million; amount to go to Public Transport FundMics and Headphones from @shureEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Jul 28, 20251h 1m

Ep 698#693: The Controversial Death of Jane Lee & Petition Against Relocation of Geylang East Library

The tragic death of Jane Lee, owner of Sumo Salad, has sparked nationwide debate about Singapore’s Work Injury Compensation Act (WICA). We break down what happened, the WICA loopholes she flagged before her passing, and why her case has rattled business owners and employees alike. Plus: Singapore’s libraries are moving into shopping malls, but is that a good thing?Our Sponsor – CloserStill MediaAttend eCommerce Expo | DMEXCO Asia, happening 8-9 Oct at MBSGet your free tickets here(00:00) eCommerce Expo | DMEXCO Asia(01:30) Intro(07:37) The Controversial Death of Jane Lee(27:44) Petition Against Relocation of Geylang East Library(42:06) One Shiok Comment(45:00) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok ThingHaresh: Giants of Late-Night Visit Stephen Colbert in Show of SupportTerence: David Guetta Answers DJ QuestionsSign up for "Your Little Bit" - our weekly newsletterGet a weekly roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches!Click here to sign up!Comment on this episode!Reddit | TelegramFollow us on our socials for the latest newsTikTok | Instagram | FacebookThe Controversial Death of Jane LeeMOM looking into alleged fraudulent work injury claim against Sumo Salad; police investigating owner's deathMOM probing work injury claim flagged by late Sumo Salad boss Jane Lee: DineshWhat is the Work Injury Compensation Act (WICA)Petition Against Relocation of Geylang East LibraryFrom standalone sites to mall tenants: Is this the future of Singapore's libraries?LAB25 (Libraries & Archives Blueprint 2025)Mics and Headphones from @shureEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Jul 25, 202550 min

Ep 697#692 ft. Prof. Donald Low - The COE Problem, SM Lee vs Jamus Lim & The Rental Crisis in SG

Donald Low, Professor of Practice at the HKUST Institute for Public Policy, is back to unpack the recent debate around COEs involving SM Lee Hsien Loong and WP’s Jamus Lim, as well as comments by Acting Minister for Transport Jeffrey Siow. Plus: Singapore’s rent crisis is boiling over, with tenants frustrated by landlords’ rising expectations. Are landlords really the villains - or is there more to the story?Check out Prof Donald Low:The Price of Zero: China's policy missteps during and after COVIDDonald’s Book recommendations: ⁠Capitalism and its Critics, John CassidyThe Undercover Economist, Tim Harford⁠⁠The Economic Naturalist: In Search of Explanations for Everyday Enigmas, Robert H. FrankFolkloryIf you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.com(00:00) Folklory(01:03) Intro(02:06) Discussion on GE2025(05:41) COE System Analysis(12:08) Economics of Private Vehicle Ownership(21:19) Comparison with Hong Kong(27:44) Parking Challenges(29:25) Institutional Rules and COE in Singapore(36:42) Economics of Scarce Resources(44:07) Institutional Change and Empathy in Economics(45:38) Institutions and Urban Planning(54:47) Sustainability and Resource Management(58:56) Economic Thoughts of Singapore's Leadership(01:00:29) US Trade Policies and Impact(01:02:15) Globalisation and Economic Shifts(01:11:53) Hong Kong vs Singapore Living Conditions(01:20:06) Economic Education and Resources(01:27:32) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok ThingTerence: World Aquatics Championships - Singapore 2025Haresh: Nike Training Club: WellnessDonald Low: The White Lotus Season 3 | Official TrailerSign up for "Your Little Bit" - our weekly newsletterGet a weekly roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches!Click here to sign up!Comment on this episode!Reddit | TelegramFollow us on our socials for the latest newsTikTok | Instagram | FacebookMics and Headphones from @shureEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Jul 23, 20251h 36m

Ep 696#691: Kpod Vapes to be Listed as Illegal Drug & Astronomer CEO Resigns After Coldplay Controversy

Minister for Health Ong Ye Kung announced that MOH is working with MOH to list etomidate as an illegal drug after one-third of vapes seized were found to contain it. Is this the best solution? Elsewhere, Astronomer CEO Andy Byron resigns after getting caught cheating with his HR Head, Kristin Cabot, on camera at a Coldplay Concert in Boston. We unpack the ethics, memes, and whether Coldplay is really to blame. Our Sponsor – CloserStill MediaAttend eCommerce Expo | DMEXCO Asia, happening 8-9 Oct at MBSGet your free tickets hereJoin our Reddit AMA on Tue, 22 July at 4pm SGTHappening on our YLB Subreddit(00:00) eCommerce Expo | DMEXCO Asia(01:06) Intro(11:22) Kpod Vapes to be Listed as Illegal Drug(38:26) Astronomer CEO Resigns After Coldplay Controversy(53:53) One Shiok Comment(58:06) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok ThingHaresh: Kingsman: The Golden Circle | Official TrailerTerence: Singapore Stories: Pathways and Detours in ArtSign up for "Your Little Bit" - our weekly newsletterGet a weekly roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches!Click here to sign up!Comment on this episode!Reddit | TelegramFollow us on our socials for the latest newsTikTok | Instagram | FacebookKpod Vapes to be Listed as Illegal DrugSingapore working to list etomidate as illegal drug; one-third of vapes seized found to contain itWhat we can do to fight the insidious threat of ‘zombie vapes’Over 2,500 vaping reports in first half of 2025; HSA to launch online reporting formAlleged Kpod peddler filmed trying to flee raid in Bishan charged with 6 offences2 weeks’ jail for man caught smuggling over 1,800 vapes and pods into SingaporeAstronomer CEO Resigns After Coldplay ControversyAstronomer CEO Andy Byron resigns after Coldplay 'kiss cam' controversyChris Martin branded 'messy' as he makes more drama after Astronomer CEO affair scandalMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Jul 21, 20251h 4m

Ep 695#690 ft. Sonny Liew - Controversy Through Comics, Being World-Class & Creating Satire on Lee Kuan Yew

What happens when your art pokes too close to the truth? In this episode, Sonny Liew, Eisner-winning cartoonist of The Art of Charlie Chan Hock Chye, joins us to reflect on 10 years of his landmark graphic novel, and how it almost got banned. We dive into his new project on capitalism, the cultural contradictions of Singapore, and why his latest collectible action figures featuring Lee Kuan Yew, Goh Keng Swee and S Rajaratnam, are quietly subversive.Our Sponsor – CloserStill MediaAttend eCommerce Expo | DMEXCO Asia, happening 8-9 Oct at MBSGet your free tickets hereCheck Out Sonny Liew’s Work!Sonny on InstagramSonny’s WebsiteSonny’s PatreonFind his books hereCartoonist Sonny Liew turns Singapore's pioneer leaders into vintage toy figures for art exhibition(00:00) eCommerce Expo | DMEXCO Asia(01:11) Intro(03:08) Sonny's Journey to Cartooning(05:05) The Art of Charlie Chan Hock Chye(09:27) Singapore's Comic History(10:51) Art and Controversy(20:10) International Reception and Success(27:47) Delving Into Capitalism(31:16) Creative Process and Inspiration(35:54) Challenges of Working in Singapore(53:43) Introduction to Art as Processing(54:40) Creating Action Figurines(56:43) PAPxPA: Performance Art Theme(59:54) Narrative Battles and Art Intentions(01:03:34) Reflections on Artistic Motivation(01:06:55) Developing New Creative Works(01:09:03) The Role of Social Media and Audience Engagement(01:13:32) Exploring Past Projects and Collaborations(01:15:25) Distribution Challenges and Future Aspirations(01:17:15) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok ThingTerence: Master: the allegations against Neil GaimanHaresh: How the smartest founders are winning in AISonny: Reuther: A Daughter Strikes - Elisabeth R. DickmeyerSign up for "Your Little Bit" - our weekly newsletterGet a weekly roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches!Click here to sign up!Comment on this episode!Reddit | TelegramFollow us on our socials for the latest newsTikTok | IG | FBMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Jul 18, 20251h 32m

Ep 694#689 ft. Prof. Walid - Why Every SG Politician Should Want to be PM & His New Book on Palestine

Is Singapore ready for more open political discourse - or are we still too scared to "cross the line"? We sit down with Associate Professor Walid Abdullah, political scientist, author, and host of the “Teh Tarik with Walid” podcast. We cover his latest book on Palestine, the rise of podcasting in Singapore’s political scene, and why Prof Walid thinks every politician should want to be Prime Minister. Plus, we get candid about cancel culture and whether he’ll run in GE2030.Our Sponsor – CloserStill MediaAttend eCommerce Expo | DMEXCO Asia, happening 8-9 Oct at MBSGet your free tickets here!Check Out Prof Walid’s Work!Click here to get his new book on PalestineFollow Prof Walid on Facebook & Instagram(00:00) eCommerce Expo | DMexco Asia(01:09) Intro(06:57) Impact of Political Podcasting(10:12) Navigating Political Boundaries(15:33) Challenges and Biases in Political Interviews(25:38) Podcasts in Elections and Media Landscape(28:23) Constituency Issues(31:40) Walid's Book About the Gaza Conflict(33:24) Understanding Foreign Conflicts(43:49) Mainstream Media Bias(47:28) Activism and Civic Spaces(52:30) Future of Singapore's Policy(57:44) Future of Smaller Political Parties(58:36) Worker's Party and PSP Discussion(01:02:15) The Ambition of Politicians(01:15:06) Personal Reflection on Future Political Career(01:20:00) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok ThingProf Walid: Breaking Points PodcastTerence: How Science Can Fix the Media LandscapeHaresh: Zohran Mamdani won most votes of a candidate NYC primary historySign up for "Your Little Bit" - our weekly newsletterGet a weekly roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches!Click here to sign up!Comment on this episode!Reddit | TelegramFollow us on our socials for the latest newsTikTok | IG | FBMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Jul 16, 20251h 31m

Ep 693#688 ft. Fadzri Rashid – Why He Moved to Malaysia, How KL is Better Than SG & Why He Changed His Name

Singapore comedian Fadzri Rashid opens up about moving to Malaysia, why artists feel the need to leave Singapore to grow, and how chasing authenticity is harder than ever. We discuss NFT regrets, the grind of stand-up comedy and what it really means to hold up a mirror to Singapore’s society that’s chasing perfection.UndoAge|Globally Trusted Supplements, Direct-from-Source Value ✅ Certified Nutritional Solutions 📦 Direct Manufacturer Pricing 🌍 Global Supply Assurance Check them out at undoage.comGet Tickets to Fadzri’s ShowClick here to get your tickets for his show on Sat, 2 Aug 2025Find Fadzri on Instagram & TikTok(00:00) UndoAge(01:49) Intro(02:26) Fazri's Stand-Up Comedy Journey(03:37) NFT and Crypto Craze(08:11) Podcasting and Cultural Identity(14:36) Relocation to Malaysia(18:47) Reflections on Singapore Culture(26:22) Family and Decision(38:23) Stand-Up Comedy Challenges(42:49) Identity and Authenticity(45:01) Comedic Process(52:25) Singapore's Contradictions(53:21) Cultural Identity and Purpose(55:52) Stand-Up Comedy as Identity(01:02:51) Reflection and Advice(01:03:47) Fadzri's Upcoming Comedy Special(01:07:55) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok ThingTerence: Cozy camping with my wife and dogHaresh: Q&A: Conan’s Advice On Taking Risks Before You’re ReadyFadzri: Artists Who Destroyed Their Careers in SecondsSign up for "Your Little Bit" - our weekly newsletterGet a weekly roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches!Click here to sign up!Comment on this episode!Reddit | Telegram Follow us on our socials for the latest newsTikTok | IG | FBMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Jul 14, 20251h 15m

Ep 692#687: Trump’s Pick for Ambassador to SG Gets Grilled & SG Uni Students Stressed by Finance Clubs

Trump’s nominee for US Ambassador to Singapore, Dr. Anjani Sinha, struggled at his Senate hearing, prompting questions about his credentials, timing, and political optics. Though Bilahari Kausikan & Calvin Cheng feel a lot more positive. Meanwhile, campus finance clubs at Singapore’s universities are as brutal as they are prestigious, with sky-high stress and razor-thin acceptance rates. Sign up for "Your Little Bit" - our weekly newsletterGet a weekly roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches!Click here to sign up!Nominate a Senior over 60 for Words of Wisdom!We’ll be recording 60 Folklories with 60 Singaporeans above 60 yrs as part of our “Words of Wisdom” Project for SG60You can check out the first wave of recordings on the same siteHelp us keep these stories alive by nominating your loved ones!(00:00) Words of Wisdom(00:48) Intro(07:37) Trump’s Pick for Ambassador to SG Gets Grilled(36:33) SG Uni Students Stressed by Finance Clubs(57:50) One Shiok Comment(59:25) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok ThingHaresh: AI Interviews Westeros ResidentsTerence: Was Phantasmagoria Too Much?Comment on this episode!Reddit | TelegramFollow us on our socials for the latest newsTikTok | IG | FBTrump’s Pick for Ambassador to SG Gets GrilledTrump’s ambassador nominee to Singapore Anjani Sinha has a rough day at Senate hearingCommentary: Who is Anji Sinha? Trump’s ambassador pick for Singapore is a mystery, but the timing speaks volumesWho is Tammy Duckworth, the US senator who excoriated Donald Trump's nominee for ambassador to Singapore?Bilahari Kausikan, Calvin Cheng say Trump pick for S'pore Ambassador could do well thanks to personal relationshipUni Students Stressed by Finance ClubsInside Singapore’s cutthroat campus finance clubs where 10% get in and stress runs highSingapore’s future bankers vie for coveted spots at university finance clubsMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Jul 11, 20251h 5m

Ep 691#686: 6 Golf Courses to Be Closed in SG & Over 160 Anti-Nuisance Offences on Public Transport

Six golf courses across Singapore will not have their leases renewed, with two sites to be converted into a new public course - sparking backlash from country club members. Meanwhile, over 160 offence notices have been issued since new anti-nuisance rules were introduced on buses and trains.Sign up for "Your Little Bit" - our weekly newsletterGet a weekly roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches!Click here to sign up!FolkloryIf you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.com(00:00) Folklory(01:03) Intro(04:04) 6 Golf Courses to Be Closed in SG(27:19) Over 160 Anti-Nuisance Offences on Public Transport(43:08) One Shiok Comment(45:15) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok ThingHaresh: Reggie Watts: NPR Music Tiny Desk ConcertTerence: I'm biking 450 miles on a solar powered bikeComment on this episode!Reddit | TelegramFollow us on our socials for the latest newsTikTok | IG | FB6 Golf Courses to Be Closed in SGNo lease renewal for six golf courses; two sites to be turned into public golf courseFewer courses, higher stakes: What golf’s shrinking footprint means for Singapore’s players and clubs'People will just give up hope about playing this sport': Golf community laments impending closure of coursesOver 160 Anti-Nuisance Offences on Public TransportOver 160 offence notices issued since anti-nuisance signs put up on public transportPublic bus commuters must follow new 'conditions of carriage' or risk being asked to alightMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Jul 9, 202549 min

Ep 690#685: Tan Cheng Bock & Hazel Poa Step Down from PSP & Naked Couple Caught in Sengkang Car Park

Tan Cheng Bock and Hazel Poa have stepped down from the Progress Singapore Party’s top leadership, triggering a “renewal plan” ahead of GE2025. What does this mean for PSP’s identity and future? Meanwhile, in Sengkang, a man caught his wife naked in a car with another man - and got injured when the car sped off.Our Sponsor – CloserStill MediaAttend eCommerce Expo | DMEXCO Asia, happening 8-9 Oct at MBSClick here to get your free tickets! (00:00) eCommerce Expo | DMEXCO Asia(00:55) Intro(04:41) Tan Cheng Bock & Hazel Poa Step Down from PSP(22:58) Naked Couple Caught in Sengkang Car Park(41:11) One Shiok Comment(44:51) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok ThingHaresh: Matt Damon Roasts Andrew Schulz’s New Netflix SpecialTerence: Surviving a Night on Pulau Ubin: Camping, Fishing, CookingSign up for "Your Little Bit" - our weekly newsletterGet a weekly roundup of our One Shiok Things & first dibs on our latest launches!Click here to sign up! Comment on this episode!Reddit | TelegramFollow us on our socials for the latest newsTikTok | Instagram | FacebookTan Cheng Bock & Hazel Poa Step Down from PSPTan Cheng Bock, Hazel Poa step down from PSP leadership; party launches ‘renewal plan’Tan Cheng Bock and Hazel Poa step down from PSP’s top decision-making bodyNaked Couple Caught in Sengkang Car ParkMan catches wife naked with another man in car at Sengkang car park, gets hit when car driven off'I knew I cannot face this man': Man allegedly caught nude with woman by her husband in Sengkang car parkMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Jul 7, 202549 min

Ep 689#684: PAP Slams Pritam For Interview on M’sian Podcast & Chan Chun Sing’s Idea for NS Live Firing

PAP called out Pritam Singh for remarks he made on a Malaysian podcast, accusing him of crossing a line by airing political views overseas. WP fired back, saying PAP is “opposing for the sake of opposing.” Elsewhere, new Minister for Defence Chan Chun Sing floated the idea of a live firing experience for regular Singaporeans, so they can get “a slice of NS.”Nominate a Senior over 60 for Words of Wisdom!We’ll be recording 60 Folklories with 60 Singaporeans above 60 yrs as part of our “Words of Wisdom” Project for SG60You can check out the first wave of recordings on the same siteHelp us keep these stories alive by nominating your loved ones!(00:00) Words of Wisdom(00:50) Intro(04:14) PAP Slams Pritam For Interview on M’sian Podcast(34:46) Chan Chun Sing’s Idea for NS Live Firing(48:18) One Shiok Comment(50:34) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok ThingHaresh: I Walked From Singapore To KL In 9 DaysTerence: Trainwreck: The Cult of American ApparelComment on this episode!Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/Telegram: https://t.me/YahLahButPodcastFollow us on our socials for the latest newsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yahlahbutIG: https://www.instagram.com/yahlahbut/FB: https://www.facebook.com/yahlahbutpodPAP Slams Pritam For Interview on M’sian PodcastPAP questions Pritam’s interview with Malaysian podcast, WP says PAP opposing for the sake of opposingWhat is Pritam Singh up to? - Petir SGPAP Statement: Politics should stop at the water’s edge - People's Action PartyWP’s StatementChan Chun Sing’s Idea for NS Live FiringArmy exploring building new live firing complex to let regular S'poreans experience 'a slice of NS': Chan Chun SingMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Jul 4, 202554 min

Ep 688#683: Cyclists Face Possible Jail Time & Certis Cisco Reverses Sick Leave Policy After Backlash

From July 1, 2025, cyclists in Singapore may face fines or jail time for riding on pedestrian-only paths - but is this fair, especially with minimal enforcement on pedestrians and PMD users? Elsewhere, Certis Cisco was embroiled in controversy after telling their officers on sick leave to stay home or share their live location. They removed the order after pressure from the union, but has the trust been eroded?Our Sponsor – Building and Construction Authority!If you want to find out more about a possible career in the Built Environment sector, check out https://www.buildsg.gov.sgSign Up for “Your Little Bit”, Our Weekly NewsletterWhere we’ll round up all our Shiok Things from the week prior, with insider info about cool stuff we’re launching (we’ve got something coming next week!)Sign up at https://www.yahlahbut.com!(00:00) We interviewed an architect!(00:44) Intro(09:27) Cyclists Face Possible Jail Time(28:35) Certis Cisco Reverses Sick Leave Policy After Backlash(42:30) One Shiok Comment/ThingOne Shiok ThingHaresh: How a GRAB rider lives in a 1.4MILLION Villa earning SIX-FIGURESTerence: First-Time Stealth Camping in Fraser’s Hill Malaysia with My Land Cruiser – Am I ready for this?Comment on this episode!Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/Telegram: https://t.me/YahLahButPodcastFollow us on our socials for the latest newsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yahlahbutIG: https://www.instagram.com/yahlahbut/FB: https://www.facebook.com/yahlahbutpodCyclists Face Possible Jail TimeCyclists face fines, jail for riding on pedestrian-only paths as enforcement begins on July 1Unfair to ban us from pedestrian-only paths, say cyclists as LTA starts enforcement on Jul 1Certis Cisco Reverses Sick Leave Policy After BacklashCertis agrees to stop requiring officers on sick leave to share 'live' location when not at home: Union partnerCertis Cisco requires officers to remain at home when on MC & share live location if otherwise, or face disciplinary actionCertis sick leave policy to address abuse may erode employer-employee trust: ExpertsMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Jul 2, 202551 min