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In the last couple of days, Tharman and Ng Kok Song engaged in a back-and-forth through the media about their respective independence from the establishment, which was a marked change from the general decorum of proceedings thus far. What do we make of this sudden change, and Tan Kin Lian’s cancellation of his walkabouts? Elsewhere, opinions are divided about an ex-teacher turned OnlyFans creator who talked about her experience in a TikTok video. Why are people getting so heated about her career choice?Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryGet 25% OFF this Teacher’s Day with code “HEART25” at Folklory.com!Offer ends on 31 Aug at 2359hrs!Book your recording by 4 Sep and get your Folklories by 11 Sep, guaranteed!So if you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create it!Tharman and Ng Kok Song Spar Over PartisanshipDifficult for someone who set up the system to question the system: Ng Kok SongNg Kok Song says Tharman is 'taking the point too far' by comparing political affiliations with dependency on governmentNg Kok Song misquoted me, made sweeping statements: Tharman ShanmugaratnamWhen 1 finger is wounded, the whole hand feels the pain: Ng Kok Song on importance of a united S'porePE 2023: Election not a contest between PAP and Opposition; voters should look for candidate with no ties, says Ng Kok SongTharman's past PAP Stance on non-Chinese PM Draws netizens' scrutiny over his new positive outlookCNA moderator cuts in to remind viewers on role of president after Tan Kin Lian's closing statement at live presidential forumTeacher Becomes OnlyFans Creator'For years, I've been in a very suffocating environment': Former teacher becomes OnlyFans creator, netizens dividedOne Shiok CommentComment by internetlurker96Comment by prokohOne Shiok ThingThe Old Guard | Official TrailerRoboCop: Rogue City - Gameplay Trailer | PS5 GamesMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgPlants from @thenursery.sg*****EXCLUSIVE to YLB listeners: get 15% off plants from @thenursery.sg online store. Use the promo code "YLB15"*****Edited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Over the weekend, Tan Cheng Bock, a former presidential candidate in 2011 and founder of the Progress Singapore Party, came forward to endorse his ex-rival Tan Kin Lian for the presidency. This action drew flak from presidential candidate, Ng Kok Song, who called it “gutter politics”, and many questioned what backlash PSP would face as a result. What’s the big issue? Elsewhere, Japan started releasing nuclear wastewater from Fukushima into the Pacific Ocean, causing a big ruckus among its immediate neighbours. Singaporeans took the opportunity to gorge themselves on more sushi before the release, but is it really that big a concern?Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IG YLB YouTubeFolkloryGet 25% OFF this Teacher’s Day with code “HEART25” at Folklory.com!Offer ends on 30 Aug at 2359hrs!Book your recording by 4 Sep and get your Folklories by 11 Sep, guaranteed!So if you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create it!Tan Cheng Bock Endorses Tan Kin LianTan Cheng Bock endorses Tan Kin Lian for S'pore presidential election 2023Opposition members' endorsement of Tan Kin Lian polarises voters by politicising Presidential Election: Ng Kok SongSingapore presidential election 2023: 4 takeaways from Q&A session with candidatesFukushima Wastewater Raises Concerns Among Sushi LoversDiners in S'pore eat more sushi ahead of Japan releasing treated radioactive water into seaExplainer: Why is Japan releasing treated radioactive water into the sea, and should S'pore consumers be concerned?South Korean protesters call for government action on Fukushima waterJapan to start releasing radioactive Fukushima wastewater into sea as early as April 2023S'pore to still import seafood from Japan after Fukushima nuclear wastewater releaseOne Shiok CommentComment by Majestic-Economist-6Comment by sajchistory1246One Shiok ThingBiggest Loch Ness Monster search in decades gets under waySpellcaster: The Fall of Sam Bankman-FriedMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgPlants from @thenursery.sg*****EXCLUSIVE to YLB listeners: get 15% off plants from @thenursery.sg online store. Use the promo code "YLB15"*****Edited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Weekend timeout from all the election buzz! Our guest this time is Kevin Pereira, MD of Blu Artificial Intelligence from Hong Kong, who’s here to tell us how to approach ethical issues in AI, how to ensure you’ll have a job in the future, and whether he believes human artists are a dying breed. Find us here!- YLB Subreddit | https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/ - YLB TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@yahlahbut - YLB IG | https://www.instagram.com/yahlahbut/ FolkloryGet 25% OFF this Teacher’s Day with code “HEART25” at Folklory.com!Offer ends on 30 Aug at 2359hrs!Book your recording by 4 Sep and get your Folklories by 11 Sep, guaranteed!So if you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create it!One Shiok Thing10 best spots to grab unique bites at Fortune Centre | Sethlui.comWhere To Eat, Drink & Shop At The Revitalised Central Market | Sassy HKHarry Mack YouTubeFind KevinLinkedInWebsite of Blu Ltd.Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgPlants from @thenursery.sg*****EXCLUSIVE to YLB listeners: get 15% off plants from @thenursery.sg online store. Use the promo code "YLB15"*****Edited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

The three-way race in the presidential election officially began when all the candidates and their supporters gathered at the nomination centre on Tuesday morning. However, there have already been a slew of controversies, most notably around Tan Kin Lian’s “pretty girls” social media posts. What other surprises will there be in the race ahead? Elsewhere, opinion online is divided about the appearance of gender-neutral toilets for an event at Suntec City. Why the divide?Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IG YLB YouTubeFolkloryGet 25% OFF this Teacher’s Day with code “HEART25” at Folklory.com!Offer ends on 30 Aug at 2359hrs!Book your recording by 4 Sep and get your Folklories by 11 Sep, guaranteed!So if you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create it!Tan Kin Lian’s “Pretty Girls” PostsNg Kok Song, Tharman, Tan Kin Lian officially in three-way race in presidential electionTan Kin Lian apologises to those who feel 'uncomfortable' over his 'pretty girls' social media postsPE 2023: ‘Horrid’ or ‘not wrong’? Tan Kin Lian's ‘pretty girls’ posts draw sharp reactions; some say PEC can't police moralityAWARE voices concerns over Tan Kin Lian's presidential bid, points to his 'history of objectifying women'Ho Ching urges all to inform PEC about candidate concerns, says AWARE shouldn't 'whine' after PEC's reviewPresidential candidates' symbols revealed: Palm, figures reaching up, & pineappleGender-Neutral Toilets at Suntec CityTemporary designation of Suntec toilets as 'gender-neutral' sparks hostile online reaction; others see move as positiveSuntec City's brand sentiments plummet due to gender-neutral toilets'So do I sit or stand?' Netizens divided by gender-neutral toilet at Suntec City, Singapore NewsOne Shiok CommentComment by Busy-Feature9012Comments on our Tan Kin Lian podcastOne Shiok ThingJames Smith - YouTubeHow 3D Printing Changed This Dog's Life! | Marques Brownlee YouTubeMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgPlants from @thenursery.sg*****EXCLUSIVE to YLB listeners: get 15% off plants from @thenursery.sg online store. Use the promo code "YLB15"*****Edited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Another Presidential special! Aspiring Presidential candidate Mr Tan Kin Lian stops by the YLB studio to tell us why he feels confident about his chances, why he thinks NS should be shortened, and what he thinks about all the recent political scandals.Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf 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 ThingWhy Peter McKinnon Is BAD For Film Photography | OverexposedWhatsApp users can soon opt to send high-resolution photos with latest update | STThunder Jackson - Love Sick Doctor (Live)Find Tan Kin LianFacebookTikTokYouTubeMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgPlants from @thenursery.sgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

This week, the Singapore Police Force arrested a group of foreigners who had amassed approximately S$1 billion worth of assets in the country, as part of one of the largest anti-money laundering operations ever. The arrests took place across multiple affluent neighbourhoods in Singapore, and the catalogue of the items seized was jaw-dropping. Why did we feel a little worried by this turn of events? In other news, Leong Mun Wai has filed a formal complaint against Murali Pillai to the Speaker of Parliament over their exchange at the last parliamentary session. Is his complaint justified, or is it petty politics?Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IG YLB YouTubeFolkloryIf 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!$1 Billion Seized in Money Laundering CrackdownPolice seize $1 billion in properties, cash, cars in huge anti-money laundering raidSPF Media ReleaseSPF Facebook PostWho are the 10 foreigners arrested in Singapore's massive S$1 billion money laundering crackdown?Real estate agent to be charged for failing to report suspicious transaction by property buyerChinese national rents S'pore's Queen Astrid Park bungalow for S$200,000 a monthLeong Mun Wai Complains to Speaker of ParliamentLeong Mun Wai files formal complaint against Murali Pillai to Speaker of Parliament for 'imputing improper motives' on himLeong Mun Wai, visibly emotional in parliamentary exchange with Murali, hits rostrum a few timesLeong Mun Wai’s FB PostOne Shiok CommentComment on our YouTube for YLB #426Comment about Ajooma by HopefulPickle5One Shiok Thing‘It’s a nonstop dream’: the YouTuber twins behind Talk to Me, the scariest film of the yearAidee Sea (@afterdeathcomics) on InstagramMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Presidential hopeful Mr Ng Kok Song joins us in the YLB studio to talk about why he’s running for President, why he didn’t join politics earlier, and how he’ll continue to serve Singapore even if he doesn’t become President.Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IGYLB YouTube 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 ThingLeonard Cohen - Anthem (Live in London)The Last of Us | Official TrailerElon Musk's Next Big Project: Building a "Super App" | TechAltarFind Ng Kok SongTikTokInstagramngkoksong.comMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

This past weekend, the Elections Department said that rallies are “not encouraged” for the Presidential Election as they may be divisive and incongruent with the unifying role of Singapore's head of state. This decision hasn’t been well-received, but is there any merit to these directives? Elsewhere, it was revealed in a survey that the Singaporean Premier League was the 3rd-most popular football competition after the EPL and the Champions League. Are Singaporeans getting into local football again?Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf 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!Presidential Election Rallies “Not Encouraged”Rallies ‘not encouraged’ for Presidential Election, each candidate's campaign spending capped at S$812,822: ELDSingapore Presidential Election to be held on Sep 1, Nomination Day on Aug 22Public officers with leave approved prior to Writ’s issuance can continue with their plans: PSDPresidential election: 6 things to know before going to the pollsDo Singaporeans Support Local Football?SPL ranks as 3rd-most popular football competition: Yahoo studyOne Shiok CommentPost by Apprehensive_Nail971Post about questions for Presidential candidatesOne Shiok ThingSoft White Underbelly - YouTubeWhat Does It Feel Like To Get Slammed Onto Thumbtacks? | Stevie Richards Wrestling Analysis Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

This week, OCBC introduced a new anti-scam measure which prevents customers from using their mobile banking app if there are unofficial apps installed on their Android phones. Many customers were furious, but is there merit to OCBC’s actions? Elsewhere, some people questioned why Grab had a marching contingent at NDP. Is Grab truly a pillar of Singapore society that requires a presence at the parade?Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IG YLB YouTubeFolkloryIf 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!OCBC’s Anti-Scam Measures Anger UsersOCBC’s new anti-scam measure upsets some users; bank clarifies only apps with risky permission settings flaggedAt least 2 Android users lose nearly $100k of CPF savings in June in malware-related scamsPoly intern accessed 55 OCBC customers’ info without authorisation; jailed six weeksMAS hits OCBC with additional capital requirement of S$330 million over SMS phishing scam responseCNA Explains: Are Android devices more prone to malware and how do you protect yourself from scams?Facebook Post by OCBC - “We do not monitor customers’ phone”Grab Has Marching Contingent at NDPGrab - “Representing Grab and Singapore for NDP” Facebook PostGrab SG’s official announcement that they’ll be part of NDPOne Shiok CommentComment by unicornandkaijusComment by rosegold_catOne Shiok ThingEliud Kipchoge's New Marathon Training Is RidiculousTakeshi’s Castle | Official Trailer | Amazon PrimeMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Tropic Monsters’ Jeremiah Chen, fresh off directing and producing his first ever sitcom, “Living With An Expat”, stops by the YLB studio to tell us about the difficulties he faced producing the series, why TikTok is so important to him, and what he’s learnt about himself in his content creation journey.Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IG YLB YouTubeFolkloryIf 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 ThingThe Road Ahead | Singapore AirlinesAlef First Flying Car Features and SpecsNDP 2023 [LIVE HD] OFFICIAL LIVE STREAMFind JeremiahInstagram (Tropic Monsters TV)Living With An Expat TrailerTikTokJeremiah’s InstagramMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Recently, American publication Washington Post accused Singapore’s Lianhe Zaobao of deferring to “Beijing narratives”. This prompted a rebuke from the Chinese newspaper, and now Singapore’s ambassador to the US has also spoken out against it. Is our local newspaper really taking sides in the US-China divide? Elsewhere, HDB’s approval will no longer be required for CCTVs that face corridors of HDB flats. Why the change, and does it mean we will become a surveillance state?Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf 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!Washington Post Accuses Lianhe Zaobao of Pro-China SlantS'pore Ambassador to US Lui Tuck Yew rejects Washington Post's critique of Lianhe Zaobao, says S'pore doesn't pick sidesSingapore's Chinese-language newspaper increasingly echoes China's messageWashington Post claims Lianhe Zaobao sometimes defers to 'Beijing narratives', ZB says it is 'committed to neutrality'Zaobao's ResponseWashington Post article made biased comments & unfair statements: Lianhe ZaobaoTweet by Shibani Mahtani, the authorCCTVs Now Allowed For HDB CorridorsHDB approval no longer needed for corridor-facing CCTVs in flats; demand for devices upOne Shiok CommentComment by rosegold_catComment on YLB 421 by ericchionh9766One Shiok ThingZombieverse | Official Teaser | NetflixStephen A. reacts to the Balloon World CupEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Hard to believe, but the latest parliamentary sitting got even more heated than the previous one on the Ridout Road issue. PM Lee delivered a ministerial statement to address the recent political scandals, then Leader of the Opposition Pritam Singh came out swinging in his clarification questions, leaving no stone unturned. And as always, YLB was present at Parliament to observe the proceedings for ourselves! What did we see that surprised us? What was the biggest difference between this sitting and the previous sitting? What was Leong Mun Wai doing in the background throughout this sitting?Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IG YLB YouTubeFolkloryIf 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!PM Lee Addresses Corruption, Extramarital Affairs and Iswaran’s Pay in ParliamentShanmugam, Balakrishnan refute Pritam's claims that PAP obfuscates truth, 'selectively applies' sensitivityPritam accuses PAP of pattern of engaging in 'half-truths'; PM Lee says opposition chief 'pursuing a red herring'The gist: Talk of Parliament for almost three hours – affairs, corruption and Iswaran’s pay cutQuestions That Still Remain After the Latest Parliament SittingScandals Test Singapore’s ‘Thin-Skinned’ Approach to Public CriticismHot Mic ApologiesLeong Mun Wai asks Indranee Rajah why no formal apology for him after Vivian Balakrishnan hot mic incidentEx-Speaker Tan Chuan-Jin formally apologises for hot mic comments; no further action takenOne Shiok CommentComments on YLB #419 on SpotifyYouTube Comments on YLB 419One Shiok ThingDavid Beckham, the interview: Miami, Messi, Manchester United – and morePiers Morgan and Sam Harris React To Matty Healy LGBT Stunt In MalaysiaEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Irfan Kasban, a transdisciplinary artist whose work spans multiple mediums, platforms and genres, steps into the YLB studio to talk about directing Jo Tan in the award-winning theatre production, “King”. We also discuss gender identity in Singapore, and whether everyone will be using pronouns one day!Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IG YLB YouTubeFolkloryIf 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!Article LinksJo Tan and T:>Works restage award-winning play King over National Day week | STPreview: King (2023) by Jo Tan and T:>WorksOne Shiok ThingHe Has Every Shot 🤯 | Carlos Alcaraz Best Points from Wimbledon 2023Oppenheimer | New TrailerBjörk - Venus As A BoyFind IrfanInstagramBuy tickets to “King”Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Ministers K Shanmugam and Vivian Balakrishnan have sent lawyers’ letters to Lee Hsien Yang after he doubled down on his comments about the Ridout Road issue, even after getting POFMAed. What happens when someone decides to ignore a POFMA order? Also, Tharman Shanmugaratnam officially launched his platform for the presidential bid on Wednesday. What stood out at this event, and what did we think of his “Respect For All” slogan?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!Shanmugam, Balakrishnan threaten to sue Lee Hsien YangShanmugam, Balakrishnan to sue Lee Hsien Yang unless he withdraws Ridout Road allegations and apologisesSingapore’s K. Shanmugam, Vivian Balakrishnan demand apology from Lee Hsien Yang for ‘defaming’ them over rental sagaThe original Facebook post by Lee Hsien YangA reply to Lee Hsien Yang’s lies: ASG Desmond LeeTharman launches bid for presidencyTharman formally launches bid to be Singapore's 'President for a new era' - CNATharman Shanmugaratnam launches campaign for Singapore presidencyHard to be independent if you've spent decades in political system: Singapore presidential hopeful George GohTharman shares 3 things about his wife, Jane Yumiko Ittogi - Mothership.SG - News from Singapore, Asia and around the worldOne Shiok CommentComment by accidentaljuristPost by iced_miloOne Shiok ThingJosh Berry: Impersonates Roger Federer, Rafa Nadal, Novak Djokovic, McEnroe, Kyrgios at WimbledonJain - Makeba (Official Video)Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysg

On 19 Jul, a third individual announced his plan to run for presidency - Ng Kok Song, the ex-CIO of GIC. There has been lots of chatter online about his qualifications, and also his family, but what do Singaporeans think about him? Elsewhere, Elon Musk yielded his might (again) and changed the Twitter logo almost overnight - bye bye blue bird, hello “X”. But why? 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!Article Links - Serious‘I’ve not been put up to split the votes’: presidential hopeful Ng Kok SongCelebrate racial diversity, but unite as Singaporeans: Presidential hopeful Ng Kok Song'There's a difference between the establishment and the ruling party': Ng Kok Song on being non-partisanNg Kok Song's presidency eligibility depends on his GIC role, interpretation of Constitution: Lawyers - CNA7 things to know about Sybil Lau, 45, fiancee of presidential hopeful Ng Kok Song, 75Article Links - GoofyElon Musk says Twitter's blue bird to be replaced by an XElon Musk says Twitter's cash flow still negative as ad revenue dropsTwitter's logo changed with rebrand, here's what else Musk has in mindOne Shiok CommentComment by flylikeawindComment by ryecottaOne Shiok ThingThis 3D Barbie ad in front of Burj Khalifa is too surreal to believe. Internet is stunnedRobosen's Transformers Grimlock Robot - Official Trailer - YouTube

Over the weekend, a police officer’s death sparked a national conversation about workplace bullying and racial discrimination. What happened, and what happens next? Elsewhere, a same-sex kiss by the lead singer of The 1975 got the entire Good Vibes Music Festival in Malaysia cancelled. Were the organisers being too uptight, or did The 1975 go too far?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!Article Links - SeriousOfficer’s death will be thoroughly investigated to retain confidence in police force: ShanmugamPolice officer who alleged workplace bullying before death offered help for 'substantial' work challenges: SPFRacial discrimination allegations made by cop Uvaraja Gopal before his death 'unsubstantiated', but SPF to reinvestigate8 suicides by uniformed Home Team officers since 2018, rate in MHA half national averageArticle Links - GoofyMalaysia halts Good Vibes music festival after same-sex kiss by UK band The 1975Good Vibes Festival 2023 cancellation: How singers and fans made the best of a bad situationPAS leader's call to cancel Coldplay concert in Malaysia draws rebuke from DAP ministerOne Shiok CommentComment by Apprehensive_Nail971Comment by OriginalPoster2020One Shiok ThingThe best moments from Lionel Messi's Inter Miami Debut!Crows and magpies using anti-bird spikes to build nests, researchers find | Animal behaviourHelplines Mental well-beingInstitute of Mental Health’s Mental Health Helpline: 6389-2222 (24 hours)Samaritans of Singapore: 1800-221-4444 (24 hours) /1-767 (24 hours)Singapore Association for Mental Health: 1800-283-7019Silver Ribbon Singapore: 6386-1928Tinkle Friend: 1800-274-4788 Community Health Assessment Team: 6493-6500/1CounsellingTOUCHline (Counselling): 1800-377-2252TOUCH Care Line (for seniors, caregivers): 6804-6555Care Corner Counselling Centre: 6353-1180Counselling and Care Centre: 6536-6366Online resourcesMindline.sg stayprepared.sg/mymentalhealtheC2.sgwww.tinklefriend.sgwww.chat.mentalhealth.sgcarey.carecorner.org.sg (for those aged 13 to 25)limitless.sg/talk (for those aged 12 to 25)Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysg

It’s been a bombshell few weeks as scandals have poured out. Here is our take… Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf 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!Article Links - SeriousSpeaker Tan Chuan-Jin and MP Cheng Li Hui resign over affairPM Lee Hsien Loong at Press Conference on Resignations of Speaker Tan Chuan-Jin and MP Cheng Li Hui13 WP top leaders, including Low Thia Khiang, hold 2-hour emergency meeting till close to midnight at Geylang HQTan Chuan-Jin resigns as SNOC president, NCSS advisor and other roles outside politics after affair with MP made publicAnalysis: Next Speaker's impartiality under more scrutiny after Tan Chuan-Jin's hot mic remark, affair with MPMarine Parade, Tampines GRC residents will continue to be cared for, say ministers following MP resignations'I tried to help him': What ex-driver knew and did about MP Leon Perera's alleged relationship with Nicole SeahWhat happens next? Singapore politicians who've been caught having illicit affairsOne Shiok CommentComment by remdesivir2020Comment by junglejimbo88One Shiok ThingShanti Pereira - 100m Final and Shanti Pereira - 200m FinalSnow NOT White & The 7 NOT DwarfsMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysg

We got Jom Editor-in-Chief Sudhir Thomas Vadeketh back onto YLB to talk about the publication’s first year of operations, the challenges facing young journalists in Singapore, and why we might see more political kerfuffles like Ridout Road bubbling to the surface in the near future.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!Article LinksHow I nudged myself into losing 10kg in 10 months, as my doctor advised | JomE-book on Lee Kuan Yew's will contains inaccuracies 'calculated to mislead' and 'completely at odds' with court findings: SM TeoLink to listen to Ep 316 with Sudhir[UPDATE] POFMA correction directions issued to Kenneth Jeyaretnam, online publication Jom over Ridout Road articles | CNAOne Shiok ThingRisqué Business: Japan | Official Trailer | NetflixNEW! World's Largest LED Sphere Lights Up for 1st Time! STUNNING $2.3 Billion Sphere in VegasSTATION ELEVEN Series | Official Trailer (HD) HBO Max54 Taylor Swift fans lost at least $45k in concert ticket scam in less than a week | STFind Sudhir!InstagramJom MediaMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

This past week’s news headlines have been dominated by the reveal that Transport Minister S. Iswaran has been arrested by the CPIB, alongside billionaire Ong Beng Seng. In this episode, we go through news articles, forums, and boomer conspiracy theorist Whatsapp groups to try and make sense of this shocking situation. Elsewhere, childcare centres will no longer be required to operate on Saturdays from 2025. While this move is meant to help teachers achieve work-life balance, will it help solve the industry's manpower crunch?Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf 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!Minister Iswaran Arrested by CPIB‘We will not sweep anything under the carpet’ even if damaging: DPM Wong on Iswaran’s caseBillionaire Ong Beng Seng implicated in CPIB probe over S IswaranIswaran to remain in Singapore during CPIB investigation: Prime Minister's OfficeTycoon Ong Beng Seng issued notice of arrest, asked by CPIB to give info on interactions with IswaranSingapore Transport Minister S. Iswaran assisting in anti-graft probe: 5 key commentsIswaran case 'very different' from Ridout Road: Lawrence WongChildcare Centres Will Not Operate on SaturdaysChildcare centres not required to operate on Saturdays from 2025S'pore's 5-day work week was once 5.5 days. If hours got better, why are stress levels the same?One Shiok CommentComment by EquivalentSuspect353Comment by edu-isOne Shiok ThingHouse of the Dragon | Official TrailerBlack Mirror: Season 6 | Official Trailer | NetflixMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

A Redditor recently discovered that Speaker of Parliament Tan Chuan Jin had muttered "f*cking populist" under his breath after a speech by opposition MP Jamus Lim during a parliamentary sitting in April. Tan has since come forward to apologise, and Jamus Lim has accepted his apology, but why do some still feel that his gesture was not enough? Elsewhere, a recent survey found that 35% of Singapore workers have “quiet quit” their job, which is 4% higher than the global average. Is this a real cause for alarm?Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf 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!Speaker of Parliament Caught Using VulgaritiesSpeaker Tan Chuan-Jin apologises to WP's Jamus Lim for using 'unparliamentary language' caught on hot micFB Apology Post by Tan Chuan-JinMP Jamus Lim accepts Speaker Tan Chuan-Jin's apology over expletive used after his Parliament speechSingapore Excels at Quiet Quitting‘What is the point?’: Singapore has more quiet quitters than global average, survey showsOne Shiok CommentComment by technokiddoComments on Ep412One Shiok ThingAragon - Transform your selfies into AI-generated headshotsImagine Dragons - Blank Space (Taylor Swift cover in the Live Lounge)Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

The fiery nature of the recent Parliament sitting spilled onto social media, with Leader of the House Indranee Rajah compelling Progress Singapore Party’s Leong Mun Wai to take down a video from PSP’s Facebook page, and to issue a public apology. What was this entire “sia suay” PSP video about, and how did it spark one of the most peculiar exchanges in Singapore Parliamentary history? Elsewhere, a pop-up tsundere maid cafe event to be held at a location at Singapore Management University had to be postponed after there were “negative perceptions of the event and SMU”. What did people find offensive about paying customers voluntarily submitting to mental and physical abuse, such that there was such a reaction?Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IG YLB YouTubeFolkloryIf 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!That “Sia Suay” Moment in ParliamentPSP asked to apologise and take down Facebook video on Ridout Road parliament debatePSP takes down ‘sia suay’ video on Ridout Road saga, apologisesArticle Links - GoofyCafe at SMU cancels tsundere maid cafe due to ‘negative perceptions’ of event & universityTsundere - WikipediaTsundere Cafe In Woodlands Lets You Get Scolded And Insulted By Japanese MaidsOnlyFans creators Kiarakitty & Imyujia open maid cafe at Boat Quay, offers 'special services' & S$20 danceOne Shiok CommentComment by Majestic-Economist-6Comment by butthenhorOne Shiok ThingThe Sound of Singapore Airlines - Beats to relax toFramer — Start your dream site with AI. Zero code, maximum speedOther links[The weird AI-pic] Men can now apply for UOB Lady's Card which can earn 6 miles per dollarMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

We finally did it! Yesterday, we showed up and observed the Parliament debate on Ridout Road! Rather than give our usual take on the issue based solely on what we read or watch in the media, we decided to go down to Parliament in person and see it for ourselves. What did we take away from the experience? What issue left Haresh dispirited? Were we convinced? Who else showed up to observe the session? Do we think it was worth the time?Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IG YLB YouTubeFolkloryIf 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!Debate on Ridout RoadRidout Road issue not about allegations of corruption, but optics: PritamSingapore's biggest challenge is to keep bringing in the best people to serve: SM TeoHandling of Ridout Road bungalow rentals shows Govt's commitment to incorruptibility, says PM Lee who retains 'full confidence' in cleared ministersDon’t judge a politician's empathy or ability to serve by the size of their home: ShanmugamShanmugam says he asked MinLaw deputy secretary for rental list to ensure 'total transparency' on Ridout Road bungalowDispel untrue perception that public bungalows are cheap: SM Teo on Leong Mun Wai's questionsOne Shiok CommentComment by internetlurker96Comment by kosherjellyfishOne Shiok ThingUK music producer moved to tears after listening to Stefanie Sun for the 1st time | MothershipSergio Busquets ● Absolute Genius ● 2017/18 HDMics and Headphones from @shureEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

From 1st July, a flat owner will be presumed guilty of high-rise littering if he cannot prove within 14 days that he is not responsible for the offence. This makes it easier to catch offenders, but brings up the question of overreach as well. Elsewhere, people called out some adults for washing themselves at a public fountain at Kallang, and even took pictures of them washing their armpits and butts. Should we ban people from using these facilities to clean themselves?Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf 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!High-Rise Littering: Guilty Until Proven InnocentPresumption of guilt clause for high-rise littering kicks in from July: What you need to knowFlat owners to be presumed guilty of high-rise littering unless proven otherwise under proposed lawHigh-rise littering, progressive wages: What's new in the Environmental Public Health ActaskST: How will the proposed new law affect home owners linked to high-rise littering?High-rise litter complaints double in last 4 years to 32,000; 54% of offences involve cigarette butts: MSE74-year-old delivery rider dies after being hit by falling glass bottle at condo partyOne Shiok CommentComment by Suspicious_Store_540Comment by rosegold_catOne Shiok Thingfritzdoesart (@fritzdoesart)‘I strapped rocket to myself’ – LA Knight on being Michael Jordan of WWE, emulating the Rock and ‘symbiotic relationship’ with Logan Pau | talkSPORTMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

We got Entomologist Foo Maosheng in our studio today to talk about the new cockroach species he discovered in Singapore & named after a Pokemon! We covered this story back in May 2023 (YLB #374), and now we get to hear about his love for creepy crawlies, the passion for Pokemon shared by him & his co-author and his estimate that we’ve only discovered about 30% of the insects in Singapore!A big thanks to Foo Maosheng, Entomologist from the Lee Kong Chian Natural History Museum, National University of Singapore.Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IG YLB YouTubeFolkloryIf 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!Article LinksNew species of cockroach found in Singapore, named after Pokemon characterYLB #374 - Surprises in COVID-19 White Paper & Pokemon Cockroach Discovered in SingaporeOne Shiok ThingSiren: Survive the Island | Official Trailer | NetflixHouse of the Dragon | Official Trailer | MaxLOVE DEATH + ROBOTS VOLUME 3 | Official Trailer | NetflixFind Maosheng!LinkedInEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

The entire world has been riveted by the search and rescue effort for the missing Titanic submersible, but some have already started questioning the apparent lack of safety features on the underwater tourist vessel. We take a look at whether their critiques are justified. Closer to home, Singapore plays host to the inaugural Olympic Esports Week, which has riled up some in the gaming community for the exclusion of some of the most popular Esports games. Why the discontent?Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IG YLB YouTubeFolkloryIf 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!Race to Find Missing Titanic SubWhat you need to know about the missing Titanic exploration submarineMissing Titanic submersible: Visuals explain location, rescue effortsTitanic submarine: what do we know about the people onboard?Inside the missing submarine that explores the TitanicMissing Titanic submersible: The health risks facing the crewSubmarine missing at Titanic wreckage site and why we can't look awayOceanGate Company WebsiteSingapore’s Olympic Esports Week Causes Uproar'This isn’t e-sports': Singapore gaming community questions inaugural Olympic event's lineupOne Shiok CommentComment by jokeronearthTopic suggestion by furby_botOne Shiok ThingNASA Animation Sizes Up the Universe’s Biggest Black HolesProf. Richard Dawkins: What I got wrong about Covid - YouTubeMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Last week, Ho Ching, PM Lee’s wife, ignited online debate after posting a lengthy Facebook post about the role of the President in Singapore’s political infrastructure. What did she say that caused such a ruckus? Elsewhere, a man knocked on doors along Nassim Road, with the intention to interview “owners from the richest neighbourhood in Singapore” for his TikTok video. Why did his actions rub so many people the wrong way?Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IG YLB YouTubeFolkloryIf 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!Ho Ching Says President Is Not a Check on GovernmentS'pore President not meant to be independent voice or check on government: Ho ChingAbout Me - George Goh Ching WahGeorge Goh defends his eligibility to run for president, says he formed team to gauge qualifications5 facts about businessman George Goh, who will run for President in SingaporeWhite Paper on the Review of Specific Aspects of the Elected PresidencyMan Knocks on Strangers’ Doors for TikTok Video'Leave people alone': TikToker under fire for knocking on residents' doors asking about their occupationOne Shiok CommentComment by ryecottaStrange comments on YLB Ep405 with Soh Rui YongOne Shiok ThingVideo of SCDF RescueMysterious species buried their dead and carved symbols 100,000 years before humans | CNNMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

With Haresh away this week, comedian Rishi Budhrani steps in to be the supersub once again! And the timing couldn’t have been better, as we talk about the ongoing fallout from the Jocelyn Chia controversy, and how the local standup comedy scene is feeling about this incident. Rishi also weighs in on entrepreneur George Goh’s announcement of his intention to run against Tharman for President.Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf 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!“Chilling” Effect of Jocelyn Chia BacklashComedian’s Malaysia Joke Prompts Threats and a Diplomatic Incident | NYTSingapore comedian Kumar slams US comic Jocelyn Chia, apologises to Malaysians | STMalaysian police seeking Interpol help to get ‘full identity’, location of comedian Jocelyn Chia | STJocelyn Chia gives her side of story on MH370 joke; says clip was missing 'context' | New Straits TimesCommentary: Are there lines that shouldn’t be crossed when it comes to stand-up comedy? | Op-Ed by Rishi for CNAHarvey Norman Ossia’s Founder George Goh Runs for PresidentBusinessman George Goh ‘confident’ of meeting criteria to run for President in Singapore | CNAOpera singer, philanthropist, entrepreneur: 6 things to know about presidential hopeful George Goh | ST"It's time for me to serve the nation," says presidential hopeful George Goh | YouTubeOne Shiok ThingRishi Budhrani: ARTIFICIAL INDIANHard Fork podcast by NYT on Apple Vision ProFind Rishi!InstagramTikTokMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

[NOTE: This podcast was recorded 2 weeks ago, on 30 May 2023] Marathoner Soh Rui Yong, fresh from his men’s 10,000m medal win and viral show of sportsmanship at the SEA Games in Cambodia, joined us in the YLB studio to talk candidly about the entire experience back in Singapore colours.Find us here!YLB TikTok YLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf 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!Article LinksSEA Games 2023: Two-time marathon champ Soh Rui Yong wins silver in 10,000m | STS'porean Soh Rui Yong gives water to Indonesian 10,000m race leader who fumbled water bottle | MothershipSingapore's Soh Rui Yong shows sportsmanship as he shares his drink during SEA Games 2023 10km race | YouTube[UPDATE] Soh Rui Yong excluded from Singapore's Asian Games line-up; SNOC says he made 'disparaging' remarks | Today[UPDATE] Why SNOC has not selected Soh Rui Yong for Asian Games | STOne Shiok ThingChinese version of Michael JacksonBarry Season 4 TrailerRomaine Soh IG accountSingapore's Shanti Pereira clocks 11.41s to win her maiden Games 100m gold! | SEA Games 2023Find Soh Rui Yong!InstagramFacebookMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

This week, Singapore-born comedian Jocelyn Chia incurred the wrath of furious Malaysians after posting a video of her stand-up comedy performance, in which she insulted Malaysia and made a joke about the missing airliner MH370. Government officials from both countries have released statements, protests have been planned, and even other comedians, like Dr. Jason Leong, are facing blowback from this incident. Was the joke really THAT bad? Also, Senior Minister Tharman Shanmugaratnam announced his intention to resign from the Government and to run for President, bringing to end months of speculation about who from the establishment will run at this year’s presidential election. But why did this momentous announcement bring a chuckle to us here at YLB?Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryGet 20% off this Father’s Day using promo code “FATHERSDAY20” at Folklory.com!Available till midnight on Mon,12 Jun 2023Singapore-Born Comedian Faces Backlash Over MH370 JokeSingapore-born comedian's MH370 joke draws Malaysians' ireSingapore apologises to Malaysians for comedian Jocelyn Chia's MH370 jokeUmno Youth to protest Jocelyn Chia's insults in front of US Embassy in M'siaJocelyn Chia backlash: Malaysian comedians weigh in on her MH370 jokeTharman Runs for PresidentSM Tharman to run for president, will resign from Govt and PAP on July 7 | The Straits TimesTharman's Meet-the-People session duties to be covered by Jurong GRC Shawn HuangTharman Shanmugaratnam hopes to project Singapore's 'voice of reason' globally and be unifying figure domestically, if elected as presidentSM Tharman Shanmugaratnam's opening remarks at the doorstop interviewFull transcripts of Tharman's resignation letter & PM Lee's responseRDU calls for by-election as Tharman Shanmugaratnam is Jurong GRC's minority MPPresidential hopeful Tharman Shanmugaratnam used to write poems & play rugbyOne Shiok CommentComment by Cuban_KiwiOne Shiok ThingThe Witcher: Season 3 | Official TrailerRDCWorld1 YouTubeMics from @shureEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

This past week, ex-NMCP Daniel Goh announced his expulsion from the Workers’ Party. While it was not unexpected, we discuss what this move means for public perception of the internal workings of the WP. Elsewhere, MP Sun Xueling shared a Punggol resident’s rude and vulgar email addressed to her, underlining the needlessness of verbal abuse in giving feedback. However, we questioned the need for her post, as it might have unintended consequences.Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf 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!Daniel Goh Expelled From Workers’ PartyEx-NCMP Daniel Goh says he is expelled from Workers' PartyFacebook post by Daniel PS Goh[2021] Facebook post by Daniel PS Goh[2022] Daniel Goh says Workers’ Party disciplinary committee formed to investigate his Facebook posts on Raeesah KhanMP Sun Xueling Shares Vulgar Email From ResidentSun Xueling shares Punggol resident's rude & vulgar email feedback, hopes people can be 'civil'Don’t resort to threats and verbal abuse when giving feedback: Sun XuelingFacebook post by Sun XuelingNetizens say "highly paid" Sun Xueling shouldn't complain about "rude" email from residentOne Shiok CommentComment from stizelComment from butthenhorOne Shiok ThingI ate at 100 chicken rice stalls, and sent them to the lab... | Top 4 Chicken Rice in Singapore‘I can do everything but be humble’: Eric Cantona on his surprise new music careerMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

From 1st June, tray and crockery return will be more strictly enforced by enforcement officers in Singapore. What changes are expected, and will it make a material difference in making Singapore a more gracious society? Elsewhere, a migrant worker won a life-changing amount of money in a Squid Game-inspired company dinner and dance event. Why are there mixed feelings on the internet about the event?Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf 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!Stricter Enforcement of Tray Returns in JuneEnforcement officers to ask for particulars of diners who don't return used trays & crockery from Jun. 1, 2023Stricter rules for diners who don’t return trays and crockery from June 1: What you need to knowNEA | Stepped-Up Enforcement Against Table Littering From 1 June 20232 diners received written warnings for not returning used crockery since enforcement began: Grace FuMigrant Worker Wins $18,888 in Squid Game in SingaporeMigrant Worker Wins S$18,888 At Squid Game-Inspired S'pore Company Event, Bows & Cries In GratitudeOne Shiok CommentComment by MofsterboiComment by chickenrice4613One Shiok ThingYou're Getting Old!Heated Debate on Pornography w/ Dennis Prager @PragerUMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

This week, President Halimah Yacob announced that she will not stand for re-election in the 2023 Presidential Election. What does this mean for the presidential race ahead? Elsewhere, it was also announced that all national servicemen in the Singapore Armed Forces, Police Force and Civil Defence Force will receive an increase in their National Service (NS) allowance. Was this increase warranted, and more importantly, is it enough?Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf 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!President Halimah Rules Out Re-electionFB Post by Halimah YacobPresident Halimah Yacob will not stand for re-election in 2023 pollAbout 50 public service roles may fulfil elected presidency requirement: Chan Chun SingCNA Explains: What you need to know about Singapore's upcoming presidential electionPresident Halimah Yacob's support for women, the disadvantaged lauded; some people disappointed she will not seek re-electionNS Allowance IncreasedAll national servicemen to get up to S$200 increase in NS allowanceWP's Gerald Giam asks if NSF allowances could be raised due to inflation, Heng Chee How says items like lodging, food are paid forOne Shiok CommentReddit poll by Majestic-Economist-6Comment by butthenhorOne Shiok ThingSPW - Singapore Pro Wrestling on IG (@sgprowrestling)Good Work on YouTubeEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

On the back of announcing record annual profits, Singapore Airlines is reintroducing elements of its in-flight dining experience, such as appetisers for economy class meals and hot towels, which were removed during the pandemic. Why the sudden change of course? Elsewhere, the Football Association of Singapore acting president made a number of announcements that underline the necessity for change in the country’s most popular sport. While these changes won’t reverse the national team’s abysmal showing at the recent SEA Games, are they enough to fix the sad state of Singapore football?Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf 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!SIA Brings Back In-Flight Dining PerksCriticism of SIA food fuelled by unmet expectations over 'world class' branding, travellers sayS'pore Airlines posts highest net profit in its 76-year historySIA to 'take on board customer feedback' after paper serviceware trial sparks criticism#trending: Former SIA cabin crew offers explanation on ‘pathetic’ in-flight breakfast, but netizens aren’t bitingThe Sad State of Singapore FootballS'pore should revisit having more naturalised players to improve our national football team: FAS acting presidentMCCY 'working with' MINDEF to get early enlistment, leave & time off for footballersSingapore's football ecosystem must go back to 'basics' in order to rebuildOne Shiok CommentComment by ryecottaComment by princeofwhalesss on YouTubeOne Shiok ThingI Think You Should Leave with Tim Robinson | Season 3 Official TrailerHow Succession's Composer Created the Theme Song | Vanity FairEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

This past week, a COVID-stricken PM Lee ordered an independent review of the Ridout Road situation to address the allegations that have arisen over the matter. How did a blogpost by an opposition politician escalate to this? Elsewhere, a Singaporean influencer has drawn flak for uploading a video showing how to manipulate IKEA’s ice cream machines to dispense more ice cream than the usual portion. Why has this “hack” drawn such strong reactions?Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IG YLB YouTubeFolkloryIf 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!PM Lee Orders Review of Ridout Road BungalowsSummary & updates on rental of Ridout Road properties by 2 ministersShanmugam says he has ‘nothing to hide’ on Ridout Road property, calls allegations ‘outrageous’An Open Letter to the President demanding a Committee of Inquiry – The Ricebowl SingaporeSM Teo Chee Hean to conduct independent review of Ridout Road bungalows: PM LeeInfluencer’s Ice Cream “Hack” Draws FlakSingapore vlogger faces backlash after showing Ikea ice cream ‘hack’ onlineOne Shiok CommentComment by internetlurker96Comment on our YouTube channelOne Shiok ThingAIR | Official TrailerGong Tao Help DeskEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Education Minister Chan Chun Sing spoke to students and staff at Raffles Institution’s bicentennial lecture this week, and emphasised that RI has a duty to bring others along and let more benefit. We break down the speech and why it’s representative of the times we live in. Elsewhere, Protected Area signs in Singapore will be getting a facelift, with a new silhouette that more accurately represents what a guard looks like. Why the sudden change?Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf 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!Chan Chun Sing urges RI Students to “Uplift” OthersRI has duty to bring others along, let more benefit: Chan Chun SingStudents quiz Chan Chun Sing, who urges RI to help 'bring out the best' in wider education systemSpeech by Minister Chan Chun Sing at Raffles Institution Bicentennial Lecture, at Raffles Institution(VIDEO) Equip students with skills to connect with all across cultures, backgrounds: Chan Chun SingProtected Area Signs Get MakeoverProtected Area & Protected Place signs updated, to be implemented in S'pore over 5 yearsOne Shiok CommentPoem by junglejimbo88Comment by furby_botOne Shiok ThingDAVE Season 3 Official TrailerThis is the Dumbest Product I’ve Ever Reviewed | MKBHD YouTubeEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Last Friday evening, the Singapore Land Authority responded to a series of blogposts from opposition politician Kenneth Jeyaratnam that questioned how Ministers K Shanmugam and Vivian Balakrishnan came to occupy two huge state-owned colonial bungalows on Ridout Road. We break down SLA’s response, and examine why this house rental issue is generating a lot of buzz on social media. Elsewhere, many Blackpink fans were left disappointed with their concert experience on the Singapore leg of the band’s world tour. Some placed the blame on poor concert etiquette, but was it ultimately just unrealistic expectations on the part of these disgruntled Blinks?Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB TikTok YLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf 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!Ministers Shanmugam and Vivian Revealed as Renters of Huge Colonial BungalowsShanmugam, Balakrishnan bid above 'guide rent' for Ridout Road state properties: SLAEverything About the Rental of Houses in Ridout Road by Ministers K. Shanmugam & Vivian BalakrishnanResponse to media queries regarding Kenneth Jeyaretnam’s social media posts on the rental of No. 26 and 31 Ridout RoadPost by Ken JeyeratnamQueries remain unanswered on ministers' alleged occupation of prime Singapore residences[2022] Written Answer by Minister for Law K Shanmugam to PQ on Rental Demand for Colonial B&W BungalowsBlackpink Fans Disappointed by Concert'I paid $300 to look at people's phones': Blackpink VIP ticket-holders left disappointed by 'worst concert' experienceOne Shiok CommentComment by bookandcookPunny comment by Majestic-Economist-6One Shiok ThingSanctuary | Official TrailerSuccession: Season 1 | Official Trailer | HBOEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Singapore won its first SEA Games e-sport gold medal, but the win was mired in controversy. We break down the spat between the Singapore and Indonesian teams, and discuss if there could have been any other outcome. Elsewhere, a man took to social media to call out a bazaar stall that hired a tudung-wearing employee, but was selling pork satay, even prompting MUIS to respond to the issue. Is the anger directed at the stall justified?Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB TikTok YLB IG YLB YouTubeSingapore Wins SEA Games e-sport GoldValorant Controversy at SEA Games 2023: Indonesia and Singapore Tie for GoldS'pore wins SEA Games e-sport Valorant joint gold after Indonesia alleges bug abuse & forfeits finalENGM STYRON on TwitterSEA Games: Indonesia accuse Singapore of VALORANT bug, forfeit gold medalTwitLonger by STYRONHijab-Wearing Worker Sells Pork at Pasar MalamS'pore man chides Woodlands bazaar stall selling pork for employing tudung-wearing staffMuis responds to complaint about hijab-wearing worker selling pork satay at Woodlands pasar malamOne Shiok CommentComment by butthenhorPost by junglejimbo88One Shiok ThingAthletics: Soh Rui Yong ends Singapore's 40-year wait for SEA Games medal in men’s 10,000mWrestling Bios YouTube channelEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

This week, NCMP Leong Mun Wai proposed that the government set aside $1 million for a parliamentary research department, among other proposals for more resources to help parliamentarians. While the idea was shot down, were there any merits in his suggestions? At the same parliamentary session, MP Edwin Tong also defended the need for buskers to undergo live auditions annually. Why is this a big sticking point for the busking community?Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IG YLB YouTubeFolklory x COMO ShambhalaGet an “Audio Love Letter” for your Mother this Mother’s DayA Folklory paired with a COMO massage, facial or candle! Check out the full selection at: https://eshop.comoshambhala.com/collections/dear-mumLeong Mun Wai Asks for $1 Million for MPsLeong Mun Wai’s proposals for 'opposition hour', more flexible timekeeping in parliament rejected - CNAIndranee rejects Leong Mun Wai’s calls to give opposition MPs more resources in Parliament, says current rules ‘more than enough’ - TODAY[VIDEO] NCMP Leong Mun Wai's Adjournment Motion on Making Parliament a Fairer Arena for AllLeong Mun Wai’s Full SpeechEdwin Tong Defends Live Auditions for BuskersLive auditions for buskers help ensure fair evaluations & improve performance quality: Edwin TongOne Shiok CommentComment by junglejimbo88Comment by Kumarbabu1919One Shiok ThingOppenheimer | New TrailerThe Handmaid's Tale | Season 5 | Trailer - YouTubeEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

King Charles’ coronation, a historic moment for the British monarchy, was the talk of the town this past weekend, but much of the attention was directed at Prince Harry and his demeanour at the ceremony. What stood out, and do people actually care about the royal family? Closer to home, people also scrutinized an exhibit at the National Gallery that featured live chickens, asking about the welfare of the animals involved. Does this exhibit run a-fowl of any ethical considerations?Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryGet 30% off with code “MOTHERSDAY30” on Folklory.com!Order by 30 Apr to guarantee your Folklory in time for Mother’s Day!Offer valid from now till May 14!Article Links - SeriousKing Charles coronation: Prince Harry an odd man out during father’s big dayAs it happened: UK crowns King Charles at coronation as world watchesWatch the Biggest Moments From King Charles III's CoronationCharles is the king of apathy, not our hearts – he risks it all by asking for moreThe secrets of King Charles’ coronationArticle Links - GoofyUse of live chickens in National Gallery S'pore art show raises concerns for some, despite steps to protect the animals[VIDEO] Live chickens in National Gallery SingaporeChicken Adoption Rescue SGOne Shiok CommentComment by pencilbreadsComments on YouTube video of our Jo Tan YLB episodeOne Shiok ThingInside Donald Glover’s New Creative Playground | GQHiding behind your 'Happy Place'? Local play highlights dangers of toxic positivity | Yahoo NewsEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

IN DPM Lawrence Wong’s May Day Rally, he spoke about how Singapore can prevail in a changing world, and also touched on the hot topic of rising housing prices. How did he fare in his first May Day Rally as PM-in-waiting? Elsewhere, some condos have banned or restricted access to delivery riders. Is this a trend that will continue even as deliveries become part and parcel of daily life?Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryGet 30% off with code “MOTHERSDAY30” on Folklory.com!Order by 30 Apr to guarantee your Folklory in time for Mother’s Day!Offer valid from now till May 14Breaking Down Lawrence Wong’s May Day RallyCommentary: Singapore may not be able to outbid the big players, but it has its own ‘secret recipe’S'pore needs 'ingenuity and gumption' to prevail in changing world shaped by geopolitics, security imperatives: DPM WongSingapore must find ‘right niches’, leverage hub status to thrive in fragmented global economy: Lawrence WongPMO | DPM Lawrence Wong at May Day Rally 2023Labour Day in Singapore with Foreign Workers | MOF YouTubeCondo Bans Food Delivery Riders'Haphazard parking, speeding': Some condos ban or restrict access to food delivery riders over errant behaviourWhampoa Condo Provides Designated Parking Lots For Delivery Riders After Complaints About Denied EntryOne Shiok CommentComment by internerlurker96AskSingapore subreddit question about YouTubersOne Shiok ThingLemurs get high | Spy in the Wild - BBCHow Casey Neistat SWINDLED CNN for $25 MILLION!Edited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

This past week, popular GP tutor Brooke Lim was revealed by an anonymous TikTok account to have plagiarised others’ content for a blogpost she wrote. This has led to an apology video, international news coverage, and a firestorm of vitriol directed at her. Why has this issue become such a big deal ? Elsewhere, Netflix has also drawn the ire of Egyptians, with the revelation that the historical figure Cleopatra will be played by a black actress in an upcoming Netflix documentary. Why the outrage? Find us here! YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IG YLB YouTube Folklory Get 30% off with code “MOTHERSDAY30” on Folklory.com! Order by 30 Apr to guarantee your Folklory in time for Mother’s Day! Offer valid from now till May 14! GP Tutor Brooke Lim Caught Plagiarising Summary of Influencer Tutor Brooke Lim’s Saga Whereby She Admitted to Plagiarising Others’ Works Google doc with evidence of sugaresque's plagiarism Gen Z bosses: Her tuition agency pulled in a six-figure profit in six months Petition calls for UCLA to investigate influencer and tutor Brooke Lim’s admissions essay ‘It Feels Like A Fever Dream’: Tutor Influencer Brooke Lim Doesn’t Have Any Excuses This Is How TikTok Influencer, Brooke Lim, Is Shaking Up The Tuition Industry in Singapore Petition calls for UCLA to investigate influencer and tutor Brooke Lim’s admissions essay Denise Soong vs Brooke Lim: Does the copying warrant a legal case? Netflix Angers Egypt with Cleopatra Documentary Cleopatra was light-skinned, Egypt tells Netflix in row over drama Netflix accused of ‘blackwashing’ Cleopatra: ‘She was light-skinned’ Netflix sparks debate in Egypt after portraying Cleopatra as Black in series narrated by Jada Pinkett Smith One Shiok Comment Comment by KimJiHoon Kukubird-themed art exhibition, by junglejimbo88 One Shiok Thing Singapore Spotting (@singapore_spotting) | Instagram Yellow Productions video on Singapore Hawker Centres Edited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Last week, only 30 names were put up for consideration for Nominated Member of Parliament (NMP) positions, the lowest number since 2001. Why are so few people applying for this prestigious parliamentary position? Elsewhere, a dispute between an LA party organiser and a Singapore venue management company has made international news, as the plug was pulled on an LGBT party that was scheduled for May at the Capitol Theatre. We break down the controversy, and discuss whether it was a clear-cut case of discrimination. Find us here! YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IG YLB YouTube Links for “She’s a Terrorist & I Love Her” Full series on YouTube Reddit AMA Liquidation Lethargy: The Local Filmmakers HOOQ Abandoned In Debt Filmmakers trapped in Hooq's nightmarish liquidation: Show us the money Folklory Get 30% off with code “MOTHERSDAY30” on Folklory.com! Order by 30 Apr to guarantee your Folklory in time for Mother’s Day! Offer valid from now till May 14! Fewest Nominated MP Candidates in 2 Decades Lowest number of names proposed for Nominated MP roles in two decades Submission of names for new NMPs opens from Thursday till April 19 Five from environmental, arts sectors apply to be NMPs Excerpt from Dr Tan Cheng Bock’s disagreement on NMP program (1989) LGBT Party at Capitol Theatre Cancelled LGBTQ party cancelled as it was electronic dance music event, says Capitol Theatre operator in disputing claims by organiser LGBTQ 'EDM' party called off, organisers & venue stakeholder dispute cancellation reasons Don't Let Daddy Know Singapore - DLDK GaaSyy: Japan YouTuber MP expelled for never going to work One Shiok Comment Comment by OriginalGoat1 Comments on ep 389 One Shiok Thing Commentary: Spanish athlete’s 500-day isolation in a cave holds insights about our sense of time 妮妮江ninijiang YouTube Channel Edited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

This past week, the Charles & Keith girl had to post a video refuting the claims that she’s been less than honest about her family’s financial background. Why was it necessary? Elsewhere, a Singapore company sued an engineer who quit after getting his bonus, looking to claw the money back. While they ultimately won the case, we debate whether it’s fair for the company to resort to this legal action. Find us here! YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IG YLB YouTube Folklory Get 30% off with code “MOTHERSDAY30” on Folklory.com! Order by 30 Apr to guarantee your Folklory in time for Mother’s Day! Offer valid from now till May 14! Charles & Keith Girl Comes Clean A TikToker who was mocked for calling a $60 purse 'luxury' said she is 'deeply hurt' by new accusations that she pretended to be poor in response Charles & Keith girl, Zoe Gabriel, 'clears the air' about financial background Engineer Ordered to Return Company Bonus After Quitting S’pore company sues engineer who quit after getting bonus, court orders him to give bonus back Daryl Aiden Yow raises over S$12,000 to help Melissa Koh with late son's medical bills One Shiok Comment Comment by xiaohongcivic Post by Majestic-Economist-6 One Shiok Thing Svalbard Global Seed Vault Virtual Tour | Explore in 360° AI Made this VLOG | Casey Neistat Edited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Performer and writer Jo Tan comes by our studio to spill the beans about her brief stint as a DJ on SPH’s Kiss92 FM radio station. Why did she jump into it, despite her reservations? What made her quit? And what does she want to say about the experience via her new play, Happy Place? Find us here! YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IG YLB YouTube 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.com! One Shiok Thing S'pore's biggest outdoor skate park, with parkour park & bouldering wall, opens at Lakeside Garden | Mothership.SG Abandoned Singapore on IG Sandbox Training Ground Find Jo Tan! Instagram Get tickets to her upcoming play Happy Place Edited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Son of Ex-Changi Airport Group Chairman Jailed for Lying Karl Liew, son of ex-Changi Airport Group chairman, gets jail for lying to judge in Parti Liyani's trial No apology from Karl Liew or his family, says Parti Liyani who 'lost reputation and money' after false theft claims - TODAY Statement From Parti Liyani Singapore jails son of ex-Changi Airport boss for lying to judge that family’s helper stole his clothes | South China Morning Post Timeline: How former maid Parti Liyani was acquitted of stealing from Changi Airport Group chairman's family Liew Mun Leong retires from CAG, other public service and business roles after court's decision on Parti Liyani case Parti Liyani's application for S$10,000 compensation against the AGC dismissed by High Court Karl Liew, son of former Changi Airport Group chairman, admits lying to judge during Parti Liyani’s trial - CNA Parti Liyani case: 2 police officers fined for negligence of duty after internal probe - TODAY Grab Raises Platform Fees Grab to raise platform fee by 40 cents from May 5 | The Straits Times One Shiok Comment Shoutout to Vikram and his wife, and Daryl One Shiok Thing Kelvin Learns Investing - YouTube Every-birdy out! Moving 3,500 birds from Bird Park to Bird Paradise | YouTube Edited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Dee Kosh finally released a 51-minute tell-all video in which he finally talks about his conviction for sexual offences. Reactions on social media have mostly been positive, but some have also called him out for jumping back onto social media so quickly. Why the mixed reactions? Elsewhere, a 12-year-old boy was caught after allegedly stealing a private bus and taking it for a joyride over 100km around Singapore. The reaction from the bus operator company, however, was surprising. Find us here! YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IG YLB YouTube Links for “She’s a Terrorist & I Love Her” Full series on YouTube Reddit AMA Liquidation Lethargy: The Local Filmmakers HOOQ Abandoned In Debt Filmmakers trapped in Hooq's nightmarish liquidation: Show us the money 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.com! Dee Kosh’s Tell-All Video I watched the 51-minute video by Dee Kosh denying he's a paedophile, here's the summary 12-Year-Old Steals Bus for Joyride Boy allegedly steals and drives private bus later found in Tampines, police investigations ongoing One Shiok Comment Comments about SATAILH Ep8 One Shiok Thing Nasa unveils ‘Mars’ habitat for year-long experiments on Earth | YouTube Joe Rogan Ai Experience - interview with Sam Altman Edited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

The Dalai Lama is facing a huge backlash after a video of him kissing a child on the lips and telling him to “suck my tongue” at a public event went viral. Was it really just a playful gesture, or does it point to something more sinister? In Seoul, Singapore livestreamer Kiaraakitty was stopped by Korean police for “having her boobs out”. Was she really breaking any laws with her provocative outfit? Find us here! YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IG YLB YouTube Links for “She’s a Terrorist & I Love Her” Full series on YouTube Reddit AMA Liquidation Lethargy: The Local Filmmakers HOOQ Abandoned In Debt Filmmakers trapped in Hooq's nightmarish liquidation: Show us the money 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.com! Dalai Lama’s “Suck My Tongue” Video Dalai Lama: The significance of ‘tongue greetings’ in Tibetan culture Dalai Lama’s apology on Twitter Tibetans Say the Dalai Lama’s ‘Suck My Tongue’ Viral Video Is Being Misinterpreted YES: The #DalaiLama was being playful and affectionate! A Tibetan's Perspective. SG Livestreamer Stopped by Korean Police for Showing Boobs Kiaraakitty gets stopped by cops for 'having her boobs out' while livestreaming in Seoul Tweet by KiaraKitty explaining what happened A S'pore-based Twitch streamer is selling her farts in a jar for S$30. We have so many questions One Shiok Comment Comment by junglejimbo88 Soh Rui Yong’s Facebook post about his YLB appearance One Shiok Thing The splashback scandal: should all men sit down to urinate? UFC 287: Israel Adesanya delivers inspiring speech after KO of Alex Pereira stuns MMA world | Yahoo Edited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Marathoner Soh Rui Yong is back to represent Singapore at the upcoming Sea Games again! He talks about how he stayed motivated in the past few years, the difference between sports in Singapore and the UK, as well as what he hopes to do after his running career comes to a close. Find us here! YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IG YLB YouTube Links for “She’s a Terrorist & I Love Her” Full series on YouTube Reddit AMA Liquidation Lethargy: The Local Filmmakers HOOQ Abandoned In Debt Filmmakers trapped in Hooq's nightmarish liquidation: Show us the money 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.com! Marathoner Soh Rui Yong is Back Runner Soh Rui Yong to represent Singapore in SEA Games after more than five-year absence One Shiok Thing John Wick 4 Trailer YOU: Season 4 Part 1 | Official Trailer | Netflix She’s A Terrorist And I Love Her Find Soh Rui Yong! Instagram Edited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

This week, Donald Trump was indicted in a Manhattan court with 34 felony charges in a historic move that has polarised the nation. We discuss the ramifications of the American justice system starting criminal proceedings against an ex-president. Closer to home, a survey has found that a higher percentage of Singapore residents now return their trays after finishing their meals at food centres, and not just because of the new fines that were implemented last year. Are we really becoming a more considerate society, or is there more to these numbers? Find us here! YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IG YLB YouTube Folklory x COMO Shambhala Listen to the mini-Folklories we recorded with practitioners from COMO Shambhala at: https://www.folklory.com/como_shambhala_strength_within Get your own 2-week experience with “The Strength Within Us” at: https://comoshambhala.com/the-strength-within-us Links for “She’s a Terrorist & I Love Her” Full series on YouTube Reddit AMA Liquidation Lethargy: The Local Filmmakers HOOQ Abandoned In Debt Filmmakers trapped in Hooq's nightmarish liquidation: Show us the money 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.com! Trump’s Criminal Charges Polarise America Trump charges: Hush money paid to porn star, model and doorman Trump is being arraigned – here’s what that means, and what happens next Trump’s Indictment Could Be Just The Beginning—Here’s A Timeline Of His Upcoming Legal Woes Snap Insight: Trump’s arrest will only polarise US politics more Prosecuting a president is divisive and sometimes destabilizing – here's why many countries do it anyway Donald Trump has been charged. The swamp is finally being drained Singaporeans Do the Right Thing With Trays 78.4% of S'pore residents say they return dirty trays & crockery as it's right thing to do, not due to fine "Public Cleanliness Satisfaction Survey 2022" One Shiok Comment Comment by Electrical-Oil-714 Comment by hotgarbagecomics One Shiok Thing The Expanse - Trailer NTUC Fairprice April Fool’s Prank Edited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

A recent CNA poll revealed that 80% of 500 Singapore-born citizens surveyed were in favour of an English test being part of the country’s citizenship application process. As this was the core of one of our more contentious YLB episodes in recent memory, what are our thoughts about this new poll? Also, we answer the burning questions on Reddit that listeners had about our recent revelations about the HOOQ liquidation, and how it’s affected us since. Find us here! YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IG YLB YouTube Links for “She’s a Terrorist & I Love Her” Full series on YouTube Reddit AMA Liquidation Lethargy: The Local Filmmakers HOOQ Abandoned In Debt Filmmakers trapped in Hooq's nightmarish liquidation: Show us the money 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.com! Singaporeans Want English Test for New Citizens CNA poll finds majority welcome English test to be part of Singapore citizenship application process Pritam Singh advocates for English test in Singapore citizenship, PR applications - CNA YLB #371 - Pritam Singh Suggests English Test for New Citizens & Model Adriana Lima’s FIFA Role Criticised HOOQ Liquidation AMA Filmmakers trapped in Hooq's nightmarish liquidation: Show us the money Liquidation Lethargy: The Local Filmmakers HOOQ Abandoned In Debt Link to Reddit AMA thread One Shiok Comment Comment by redgondola Comments on SATAILH Ep 4 One Shiok Thing Chomsky-Foucault Debate on Power vs Justice (1971) A.I. is B.S. | Adam Conover YouTube Edited and mixed by Tristen Yeak