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  • A Singaporean film about censorship, has been banned in Singapore by film censors. You can’t make this stuff up. We speak with actor and guest host Caitanya Tan about Daniel Hui’s film Small Hours of the Night, and what lines it could have crossed, because they’re not obvious. We also discuss the role that censors play in Singapore, and what exactly they protect Singaporeans from. Separately, a private-hire driver’s detailed written warning to his passengers has been circulating online. Paggro much? Or is he saying what’s already been on everyone’s minds?

    (00:00) Words of Wisdom
    (00:54) Intro
    (05:03) Film Censors Ban Film on Censorship
    (36:45) Private-Hire Driver’s Warning to Passengers
    (01:00:45) One Shiok Thing

    Nominate a Senior over 60 for Folklory!

    We’ll be recording 60 Folklories with 60 Singaporeans above 60 yrsSo if you know someone with stories & lessons to share, and you are in contact with them, do send us their details!This will be part of our “Words of Wisdom” Project as part of SG60Nominate someone by clicking here, and we’ll be in touch with you to get more information!

    Our New Podcast, TELL YOU FIRST

    Check out our new edutainment podcast that dives into a fascinating array of topics you never knew you needed to know! This week, we talk about the Koro crisis of 1967, when Singaporeans got into a mass panic about disappearing genitals!!Listen on melistenListen on SpotifyListen on Apple

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    IMDA Bans Film on Censorship

    S’pore film about censorship barred; IMDA says it’s ‘likely to be prejudicial to national interests’Daniel Hui's Small Hours of the Night banned from public screening, Festival retains it in official lineupTrailer - Small Hours of the Night by Daniel HuiClassifying films meant for distribution and public | IMDATan Chay Wa's tombstone trial - Wikipedia

    Private-Hire Driver’s Savage Warning to Passengers

    'Wake up earlier': S'pore private-hire driver displays savage note to riders, applauded by other drivers

    One Shiok Thing

    Linkin Park - Heavy Is The Crown [Live]Chatterbox Chicken in NYC


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  • The weather’s been hot lately, but our studio got even hotter this week when veteran journalist and political commentator Bertha Henson dropped by with a delivery of flaming hot takes on the state of journalism in Singapore, Pritam Singh’s trial, our new PM, and the Oxley Road saga. But lest we bury the lede (journalism reference), we spoke with her about her new ebook, When Mama Fell, a manual on navigating elderly healthcare in Singapore, told through her experience of helping her mother through a difficult episode.


    (00:00) Folklory
    (01:18) Intro
    (04:53) The Cost of Good Journalism
    (09:57) Challenges in Modern Journalism
    (13:21) Impact of Journalism Education
    (25:39) Public Discourse and Transparency
    (28:43) Public Awareness and Communication
    (30:36) Media's Role and Responsibility
    (32:09) Challenges in the Media Industry"
    (44:27) Personal Reflection and Caregiving
    (45:24) Publishing Experience and Approach
    (57:39) Fair Distribution in Healthcare
    (01:00:44) Public Transport System Changes
    (01:08:54) Character in Politics
    (01:17:33) Views on Younger Generation
    (01:23:24) Bertha's e-Book 'When Mama Fell'
    (01:25:32) One Shiok Thing

    Find Bertha here!

    Read her Ebook “When Mama Fell” - www.whenmamafell.com Order the physical book - Link to order Website - berthahenson.com Facebook

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    Our New Podcast, TELL YOU FIRST

    Check out our new edutainment podcast that dives into a fascinating array of topics you never knew you needed to know! This week, we talk about the monster cult leader from Singapore, Comrade Bala…Listen on melistenListen on SpotifyListen on Apple

    Find us here!

    Our Website: https://www.ministryoffunny.comReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/Telegram: https://t.me/YahLahButPodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yahlahbutIG: https://www.instagram.com/yahlahbut/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yahlahbut

    One Shiok Thing

    Tinariwen - the Saharan rock bandOB Markers: My Straits Times Story by Cheong Yip SengStephen Merchant and Martin Freeman break down The Office Christmas special, 20 years later

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  • Imagine the Singapore zoo being attacked by Zombies. Now imagine talking animals trying to survive it! That's our adult-themed animated TV series called "Zombie Safari"! We chat with Munah Bagharib, who plays Grace the Flamingo as well as Jerrold Chong, one of the co-creators of the show and also a co-founder of Finding Pictures, the animation studio we worked with to bring the story alive. We talk about how much effort goes into animation production (this show took over 2 years to make) as well as the challenges (and awesomeness) of voice acting.

    (00:00) Intro
    (03:30) Voice Acting Challenges
    (06:08) Animation & Indie Inspiration
    (18:30) Evolution of Munah's Acting Career
    (19:41) Balancing Acting and YouTube
    (28:40) Pursuing Auditions and Theater
    (31:29) Creative Community and Support
    (36:05) Finding Pictures' Origin
    (45:18) Animation vs Live Action
    (51:37) Directing and Confidence
    (57:54) Discussion On Wildlife and Animation
    (59:17) Future of Animation and Technology
    (01:07:54) One Shiok Thing

    Our New Adult Animated Series, ZOMBIE SAFARI

    ZOMBIE SAFARI follows a ragtag group of zoo animals battling a zombie apocalypse, and is filled with the craziest things you’d never expect out of a local TV show! Check them all out on MeWatch and on YouTube

    Find us here!

    Our Website: https://www.ministryoffunny.comReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/Telegram: https://t.me/YahLahButPodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yahlahbutIG: https://www.instagram.com/yahlahbut/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yahlahbut

    Check out Munah & Finding Pictures

    Munah, the voice of Grace the Flamingo!Finding Pictures, our partner animation studio!

    One Shiok Thing

    House of the Dragon Season 2 | Official Trailer | MaxWas starting a product business a mistake? | Simone GiertzScavengers Reign | Official Trailer | MaxIf Moses Had a Podcast | thenickpeterson

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  • 38 Oxley Road is the house that just won’t fall. This episode we look at the latest exchange between Lee Hsien Yang and the Singapore government over the fate of his late father’s historical home. To demolish or not demolish? What are the options, what are the precedents? And why can’t we just get this over and done with? We also discuss a viral video of a wedding proposal gone wrong, where the moment seems ruined by the production team loudly giving directions to the couple. We apply our video production experience to figure out what exactly is going on here…

    (00:00) Tell You First
    (00:48) Intro
    (08:40) The 38 Oxley Road Saga Continues
    (27:15) Videographers Ruin an Influencer’s Wedding Proposal
    (45:04) One Shiok Comment
    (48:10) One Shiok Thing

    Folklory

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    Our New Podcast, TELL YOU FIRST

    Check out our new edutainment podcast that dives into a fascinating array of topics you never knew you needed to know! This week, we talk about the Koro crisis of 1967, when Singaporeans got into a mass panic about disappearing genitals!!Listen on melistenListen on SpotifyListen on Apple

    Find us here!

    Our Website: https://www.ministryoffunny.comReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/Telegram: https://t.me/YahLahButPodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yahlahbutIG: https://www.instagram.com/yahlahbut/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yahlahbut

    The 38 Oxley Road Saga Continues

    Govt says Lee Hsien Yang knows inaccuracy of his claim about 38 Oxley Road and is creating 'false urgency' for demolitionST Explains: What does it mean for 38 Oxley Road if the site is gazetted as a national monument?Press release by NHBLee Hsien Yang’s claim on 38 Oxley Road inaccurate, creates false urgency for demolition: Govt

    Videographers Ruin an Influencer’s Wedding Proposal

    'They are louder than us': Local content creator says photographers talked over her and fiance in proposal video

    One Shiok Comment

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    One Shiok Thing

    Ladysmith Black Mambazo - Hello My BabyBuilding a Tiny Office Pod Under My Stairs

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  • Is the pandemic honeymoon truly over? Singapore tech giant Grab is ending hybrid work for its employees and summoning everyone back to HQ, continuing a trend we’re seeing across the world. We discuss what working from home means for employees, as well as employers in various industries. Heck we even talk about us, and how we pivoted from recording YLB from home, to our studio! Also, Singapore recently ranked 3rd in a global ranking on burnout. Why are we so good at being so bad?

    (00:00) Words of Wisdom
    (01:00) Intro
    (05:07) Grab Reverts to 5-Day Office Week
    (30:55) Singapore Ranks 3rd Worldwide in Burnout
    (43:37) One Shiok Comment
    (46:46) One Shiok Thing

    Nominate a Senior over 60 for Folklory!

    We’ll be recording 60 Folklories with 60 Singaporeans above 60 yrsSo if you know someone with stories & lessons to share, and you are in contact with them, do send us their details!This will be part of our “Words of Wisdom” Project as part of SG60Nominate someone by clicking here, and we’ll be in touch with you to get more information!

    Our New Podcast, TELL YOU FIRST

    Check out our new edutainment podcast that dives into a fascinating array of topics you never knew you needed to know! This week, we talk about the origins of Deepavali AKA Diwali, and what you need to know about the Festival of Lights!!Listen on melistenListen on SpotifyListen on Apple

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    Our Website: https://www.ministryoffunny.comReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/Telegram: https://t.me/YahLahButPodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yahlahbutIG: https://www.instagram.com/yahlahbut/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yahlahbut

    Grab Reverts to 5-Day Office Week

    Grab employees required to work 5 days a week in office starting Dec 2Grab Singapore's back-to-office policy will start from December 2S'pore Grab staff must go back to office 5 days a week from Dec. 2, 2024All employers in Singapore must fairly consider flexi-work requests from Dec 1 under new rulesAll employers must have process for workers to request flexible work arrangements from December

    Singapore Ranks 3rd Worldwide in Burnout

    Singapore face rising burnout as country ranks third globally in stress-related Google searchesMost burnt-out cities revealed - Instant OfficesCities with the Best Work-Life Balance 2022

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    Tickets: Can I Make You A Suit, Mate? - Rishi’s Performance happening till 27 OctDavid Guetta, Alphaville & Ava Max - Forever Young (Live Performance)

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  • Somehow, NINE years after Mr Lee Kuan Yew left us, we’re still talking about his former house at 38 Oxley Road. This time it’s because his daughter Dr Lee Wei Ling recently passed away, leaving the house vacant and reigniting the debate over its fate. We look at claims that her brother Lee Hsien Yang has been making about the house and Singapore in general while in self-exile and… is it just us, or is this becoming tiring? On the other side of the world, Donald Trump continues his last-ditch campaign for the US Presidency by doing a half-hour shift at McDonald’s??

    (00:00) Folklory
    (01:15) Intro
    (10:26) Lee Hsien Yang: Political Refugee?
    (38:25) Trump ‘Works’ at McDonald’s
    (54:35) One Shiok Comment
    (01:00:39) One Shiok Thing

    Our Folklory Christmas Cassette

    If you’re looking for a truly one-of-a-kind Christmas gift, we’ve got the perfect idea - our Folklory cassette!It’s a limited edition bluetooth speaker styled as cassette, that will come preloaded with any Folklories you buy!So order by 31 Oct to guarantee your cassette delivery by 25 Dec!Get yours at Folklory.com

    Find us here!

    Our Website: https://www.ministryoffunny.comReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/Telegram: https://t.me/YahLahButPodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yahlahbutIG: https://www.instagram.com/yahlahbut/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yahlahbut

    Lee Hsien Yang: Political Refugee?

    ‘I am a political refugee,’ Lee Hsien Yang says; reveals he sought asylum in 202238 Oxley Road: A timeline of eventsOxley Rd house: Govt to ‘carefully consider’ issues, including Lee Hsien Yang’s application to demolishSingapore says no basis to allegations of persecution against Lee Hsien Yang, in response to his UK asylum statusLee Hsien Yang: 'Persecuted' son of Singapore founder Lee Kuan Yew gains UK asylumSon of Singapore founder says ‘campaign of persecution’ forced him to seek asylum in UK

    Trump ‘Works’ at McDonald’s

    Trump tries to troll Harris by serving french fries at McDonald'sMcDonald’s didn’t give Trump permission to serve fries. It didn’t need toMcDonald's Donald Trump Worked at Failed Last Health Inspection

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    Do schools kill creativity? | Sir Ken Robinson | TED#125 Start Digging out the Basement - Martijn Doolaard

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  • You held your breath waiting for us to discuss Pritam. Now you can exhale! With the trial of the year well underway, we take stock of all the revelations so far, and what is to come. Redactions, soft biscuits, Pritam’s hot lawyer…what’s next? In other news, a vice-principal has been outed for an extramarital affair with the mother of a student, and the evidence is…amusing to say the least. Are ungrammatical sexts still arousing? Decide for yourself!

    (00:00) Tell You First
    (00:46) Intro
    (05:19) The Pritam Trial
    (30:34) Vice-Principal Gets Busted for Extramarital Affair
    (51:00) One Shiok Comment
    (53:19) One Shiok Thing

    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

    Our New Podcast, TELL YOU FIRST

    Check out our new edutainment podcast that dives into a fascinating array of topics you never knew you needed to know! This week, we talk about the Koro crisis of 1967, when Singaporeans got into a mass panic about disappearing genitals!!Listen on melistenListen on SpotifyListen on Apple

    Find us here!

    Our Website: https://www.ministryoffunny.comReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/Telegram: https://t.me/YahLahButPodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yahlahbutIG: https://www.instagram.com/yahlahbut/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yahlahbut

    The Pritam Trial

    Pritam Singh trial: 10 key quotes from Loh Pei Ying, Raeesah Khan's ex-assistant and former WP memberEx-WP cadre describes Raeesah Khan as ‘lao hong’: Key points from Day 5 of Pritam Singh’s trialPritam Singh in court: Who are the lawyers leading both sides of his case?AGC says Donald Low’s Facebook post on Pritam Singh's trial was in contempt of court

    Vice-Principal Gets Busted for Extramarital Affair

    Vice-principal & parent extramarital affair: Woman claiming to be wife says affair lasted more than a yearSchool leaders expected to maintain high standards of conduct: MOE after allegations of V-P’s affair

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    With ‘SmartLess,’ Jason Bateman, Will Arnett and Sean Hayes Are Building a Media Empire'I helped create a monster': Ex-'Apprentice' executive issues apology about Trump

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  • We all thought it was a done deal, but the Singapore Government has swooped in to block the sale of a majority stake of local insurer NTUC Income, to German company Allianz. Why? Well, buckle up–this episode gets pretty technical! We also look at the bigger questions Singaporeans are asking, like should we be grateful that such a bad deal got caught, or worried it almost went through? In other news, Simu Liu of Shang-Chi fame slammed a Canadian company for marketing its bubble tea drinks without acknowledging the drink’s Taiwanese origins. As they say, not all heroes wear capes!

    (00:00) The Meat Club
    (01:16) Intro
    (07:20) Government blocks NTUC Income-Allianz Deal At The Last Minute
    (46:44) Simu Liu Calls Out Cultural Appropriation of Bubble Tea
    (01:08:27) One Shiok Comment
    (01:09:41) One Shiok Thing

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    Government blocks NTUC Income-Allianz Deal At The Last Minute

    Singapore blocks Income-Allianz deal but leaves door open if concerns over public interest are fully addressed - CNAFraying of Allianz-Income deal shocks insiders; coming up with new proposal no easy taskThe Income-Allianz Deal Is Off (for Now), but How Did It Get So Far?CNA Explains: Why a global insurance giant was stopped from buying a majority stake in Singapore's Income - CNAGovernment rejects Income-Allianz insurance deal in current form, but door remains open to any new arrangementYLB 554 with Tan Kin Lian

    Simu Liu Calls Out Cultural Appropriation of Bubble Tea

    Boba tea company apologises over Canada Dragon's Den rowBoba tea company apologizes after Marvel actor criticizes product | CNNOpinion | Storm in a bubble tea cup? Marvel star calls cultural appropriation on Canadian brand

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    Why Nike Doesn't Like Roger FedererPimEyes: Face Recognition Search Engine and Reverse Image Search

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  • We never thought we'd be able to make a show that involved this much gore and dark comedy, but we just did! It's called "Zombie Safari" & it's Singapore's first adult-animated series about a Zombie apocalypse involving talking animals at a Zoo. We chat with Mark Wee, co-creator and one of the co-founders of Finding Pictures, the animation studio we worked with, as well as Jun Vinh, who played the lead character of Musang the Civet Cat. We talk about the challenges we faced getting the show greenlit, as well as some surprising facts about animation production & voice acting.

    (00:00) Intro
    (01:30) Beginning of Finding Pictures
    (15:21) Zombie Safari's Creative Process
    (23:31) Voice Acting and Production
    (27:47) Character and Environment Design
    (33:01) Creating and Animating a 3D World
    (37:20) Voice Acting vs Live Action
    (46:12) Fun and Challenges of Animation
    (53:46) Design Decisions and Zoo Architecture
    (55:58) Singapore Zoo's Influence
    (01:00:24) Film Industry Challenges and Collaboration
    (01:03:37) One Shiok Thing

    Our New Adult Animated Series, ZOMBIE SAFARI

    On 31 Oct, our latest (and darkest) animated comedy series will go live! ZOMBIE SAFARI follows a ragtag group of zoo animals battling a zombie apocalypse, and is filled with the craziest things you’d never expect out of a local TV show! Check them all out on MeWatch and on YouTube

    Find us here!

    Our Website: https://www.ministryoffunny.comReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/Telegram: https://t.me/YahLahButPodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yahlahbutIG: https://www.instagram.com/yahlahbut/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yahlahbut

    Check out Jun Vinh & Finding Pictures

    Jun Vinh, our lead actor!Finding Pictures, our partner animation studio!

    One Shiok Thing

    Deadpool Designs the Cheekiest Xbox Controller'Locals tell me they never noticed the designs': Photographer's images of Singapore MRT stations go viralDon’t Eat Before Reading This | Marco Pierre White’s Steak a la LyonnaiseMushishi Vol. 1 Trailer

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  • This episode we ask: when is a protest, a protest? A Spanish couple on their honeymoon here are providing a fascinating test case. They held up signs denouncing Singaporean Peter Lim’s ownership of football club Valencia, and were shocked when they were not allowed to leave the country. Even with our stringent rules, this feels like a stretch. Join us as we speculate on where the tipping point is, and why! Separately, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has been hailed for his humility after he was seen taking a budget airline after a work trip in Laos. But what exactly are the rules surrounding politicians and air travel?

    (00:00) Folklory
    (01:15) Intro
    (08:37) Spanish Couple Detained for Protesting Singaporean Ownership of Valencia FC
    (34:03) PM Wong Flies Scoot
    (50:07) One Shiok Comment
    (53:13) One Shiok Thing

    Our Folklory Christmas Cassette

    If you’re looking for a truly one-of-a-kind Christmas gift, we’ve got the perfect idea - our Folklory cassette!It’s a limited edition bluetooth speaker styled as cassette, that will come preloaded with any Folklories you buy!So order by 31 Oct to guarantee your cassette delivery by 25 Dec!Get yours at Folklory.com

    Our New Podcast, TELL YOU FIRST

    Check out our new edutainment podcast that dives into a fascinating array of topics you never knew you needed to know! This week, we talk about the Koro crisis of 1967, when Singaporeans got into a mass panic about disappearing genitals!!Listen on melistenListen on SpotifyListen on Apple

    Find us here!

    Our Website: https://www.ministryoffunny.comReddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/Telegram: https://t.me/YahLahButPodcastTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yahlahbutIG: https://www.instagram.com/yahlahbut/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@yahlahbut

    Spanish Couple Detained for Protesting Singaporean Ownership of Valencia FC

    Spanish couple assisting with investigations after protests in S’pore against Valencia owner Peter LimSingapore police investigating Spanish couple over protest against Valencia owner Peter LimValencia fans on honeymoon in Singapore held by police over Peter Lim protestValencia fans detained in Singapore over football protestPublic Order Act 2009 - Singapore Statutes Online[2022] Activist Jolovan Wham fined $3k over unlawful assembly; charge linked to 'smiley face' picture withdrawn | The Straits Times

    PM Wong Flies Scoot

    'Felt like home': PM Lawrence Wong receives cheers as he boards Scoot flight from Laos to SingaporePM Wong takes Scoot flight, fellow passengers cheerScoot's sentiments soar after PM Wong flies airline from Laos to Singapore

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    Sushi Glory Hole (Official Uncensored Music Video)29,000 Feet Up Mount Everest with DJI Mavic 3 Pro

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  • We’re horrified that a secondary one girl was beaten up by her own schoolmates at a HDB block near their school, resulting in a ruptured eardrum. We discuss with actor and friend of YLB Munah Bagharib what pushes young people to harm others, and why others are comfortable to watch. But it wouldn’t be YLB if we didn’t also speculate on wild ways to reform bullies! In less distressing educational news, SMU’s College of Integrative Studies allows students to design their own majors. Haven’t we heard this before..? How new is this concept really, and how useful will it be once its students graduate?

    (00:00) Words of Wisdom
    (01:01) Intro
    (12:14) School Bullies Tore a Girl’s Eardrum
    (50:33) Invent Your Own Major at SMU
    (01:15:12) Munah's One Shiok Comment
    (01:16:20) One Shiok Thing

    Nominate a Senior over 60 for Folklory!

    We’ll be recording 60 Folklories with 60 Singaporeans above 60 yrsSo if you know someone with stories & lessons to share, and you are in contact with them, do send us their details!This will be part of our “Words of Wisdom” Project as part of SG60Nominate someone by clicking here, and we’ll be in touch with you to get more information!

    Our New Podcast, TELL YOU FIRST

    Check out our new edutainment podcast that dives into a fascinating array of topics you never knew you needed to know! This week, we talk about the Koro crisis of 1967, when Singaporeans got into a mass panic about disappearing genitals!!Listen on melistenListen on SpotifyListen on Apple

    Find Munah!

    InstagramTikTokAccidental Death of an Activist

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    School Bullies Tore a Girl’s Eardrum

    Meridian Secondary School student allegedly hit & slapped by other students at void deck, eardrum rupturedMeridian Sec schoolgirl beaten up by bullies, eardrum ruptured

    Invent Your Own Major at SMU

    New SMU degree that allows students to define their own major welcomes its pioneer batch

    One Shiok Thing

    Can 25 Liberal College Students Outsmart 1 Conservative? (feat. Charlie Kirk)Culinary Class Wars | Official Trailer | NetflixFake Doctors, Real Friends with Zach and Donald Podcast

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  • Oh Iswaran, we wish we knew how to quit you. Just when we thought we’d packed the former Transport Minister off to prison and closed that chapter, details of his cell emerge… along with a photo of him in prison uniform!!!??? Okaaay, should we be seeing this? We discuss the treatment he will get in Changi Prison, the reasons behind it, as well as the ethics of the photo, which has now been published on several mainstream media outlets. Speaking of seeing inappropriate things, a Qantas flight recently screened a movie for all its passengers without realising it was sexually explicit. We discuss the perfect storm of factors that could have made such a mistake possible…

    (00:00) Tell You First
    (00:48) Intro
    (09:55) That Photo of Iswaran in Prison Garb
    (25:54) Qantas Makes Passengers Watch R-Rated Movie
    (42:33) One Shiok Comment
    (48:54) One Shiok Thing

    Our New Podcast, TELL YOU FIRST

    Check out our new edutainment podcast that dives into a fascinating array of topics you never knew you needed to know! This week, we talk about the founding of the Night Safari, the world’s first nocturnal zoo!Listen on melistenListen on SpotifyListen on Apple

    Folklory

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    That Photo of Iswaran in Prison Garb

    Iswaran housed in single-man cell due to 'higher safety and security risk': Singapore Prison ServiceIswaran’s single-cell placement: Reflections on prison life in solitary vs shared cellsIswaran housed in single-man cell due to ‘higher safety and security risk’: S’pore Prison ServiceSingapore’s Indian-origin former minister gets 6.9 sq m single-cell in Changi Prison to serve jail term

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  • It seems we’re not done talking about former Transport Minister Iswaran yet! Just before entering prison, he announced he will not be appealing his one-year sentence. We examine his statement and try to read between the lines. Why the change of tone? How will Singaporeans view him now? Separately, the craze over Labubu dolls here has finally spread to… Taoism?? We discuss if their use in a recent Taoist ceremony has crossed a line.

    (00:00) Folklory
    (00:40) Intro
    (04:48) Iswaran Apologises, Begins Jail Term
    (28:32) Taoism-themed Labubu Dolls?
    (40:07) One Shiok Comment
    (44:04) One Shiok Thing

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    Iswaran Apologises, Begins Jail Term

    Iswaran not appealing jail sentence; prison term to start Oct 7Property tycoon Ong Beng Seng charged with abetting public servant to obtain valuable things, obstructing justice

    Taoism-themed Labubu Dolls?

    Temple rolls out Labubu toys for Nine Emperor Gods Festival, but some say it's disrespectfulOur Favourite Labubu Doll Accessories and the Best MonstersLabubu fever: Singapore PAP politician enlists ‘cutest volunteer’ to engage youth

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  • The verdict is out! We break down former Transport Minister Iswaran’s jail sentence, and ask the tough questions. Who really won and lost? What else would we have learned if the case went to trial? What’s with Haresh and all his conspiracy theories? We also discuss how a food court ended up reproducing a local artist’s work without permission, and did they try to get around copyright concerns with generative AI?

    (00:00) Ergotune Vesby
    (01:00) Intro
    (07:05) Iswaran Gets 12 Months’ Jail
    (42:14) Food Court ‘Steals’ Artist’s Work?
    (52:23) One Shiok Comment
    (55:23) One Shiok Thing

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    Iswaran Gets 12 Months’ Jail

    Former Singapore minister S Iswaran sentenced to 12 months' jail for obtaining valuables worth S$403,300, obstructing justiceIswaran gets jail: Key moments from graft probe to sentencingWhy was Iswaran handed a one-year jail sentence? Key points from judgement‘Disappointed and saddened’ but it is Govt’s duty to act when needed to stay clean: PM Wong on IswaranPMO | Statement by PM Lawrence Wong on the Sentencing of Mr S Iswaran'Manifestly inadequate': Judge on why Iswaran received a year in jail instead of shorter sentence

    Food Court ‘Steals’ Artist’s Work?

    S’pore artist finds artwork distorted & used without permission for mural in Bras Basah food courtBras Basah foodcourt removes artwork after plagiarism allegations blow up on social media'We were ignorant of the fact': Bras Basah food court apologises after artwork found to be plagiarisedMark Zuckerberg: creators and publishers ‘overestimate the value’ of their work for training AI

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  • In news that both sucks and blows, Dyson has become the latest tech company in Singapore to do a sudden round of retrenchments, giving the relevant union only a day’s notice! We discuss what the union can still do, as well as Dyson’s broader impact locally. Also, Singapore’s last kampung is back in the spotlight after property TikTokers reported the land to be valued at a whopping $70 million. Why won’t the owner sell, and what should its eventual fate be? Back to chew on these issues after a month of paternity leave, is Haresh!

    (00:00) Words of Wisdom
    (00:42) Intro
    (15:20) Dyson’s Shock Layoffs
    (37:40) Singapore’s $70 Million Kampung
    (49:17) One Shiok Comment
    (54:37) One Shiok Thing

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    Dyson’s Shock Layoffs

    S’pore union dismayed by Dyson’s one-day notice of surprise layoff‘People are shocked and have low morale’ as Dyson implements surprise layoffs in Singapore[Jul 2024] Dyson Layoffs: Dyson is cutting 1,000 jobs in the UK, CEO says decision “incredibly painful”[May 2023] Dyson to open battery plant in Singapore as part of US$3.4 billion global investment plan

    Singapore’s $70 Million Kampung

    Owner of Singapore's last kampung, valued at $70m, refuses to sell land[2021] Singapore: Why these defiant 'nail house' owners refuse to sell[2014] China's nail houses: the homeowners who refuse to make way

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    Comments on YLB Reddit post about Haresh becoming a dadComment on TYF episode on Disappearing Genitals: The Koro Crisis of 1967

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  • Rishi steps up to the plate of guest host, bringing the Sindhi presence back onto the podcast! This week, we talk about the elephant in the room, the MRT East-West line disruption. As Singapore reels from the massive disruption, we sift through the chatter online and try to figure out: who’s to blame? Also, strangely enough, Rishi himself got in the news this week, where he trolled a scam caller from Pakistan. We break down the phone call and the elaborate ruses that scammers are coming up with these days.

    (00:00) Ergotune Vesby
    (00:57) Intro
    (25:47) MRT Disruption: Whose Fault?
    (58:38) How to Scam a Scammer
    (01:12:26) One Shiok Thing

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    Tickets for Can I Make You A Suit, Mate?InstagramTikTok

    MRT Disruption: Whose Fault?

    East-West Line disruption: A timeline of what happenedEWL MRT disruption enters day 3, SMRT aims to restore full service by 30 September: Singapore live newsChee Hong Tat’s FB’s postChee Hong Tat: SMRT to replace 30+ rail segments on damaged EWL track with no clear timeline for completionRedditors highlight SMRT Chairman’s 2023 ‘avoid overmaintenance’ remark after EWL disruption

    How to Scam a Scammer

    Local comedian trolls scammer impersonating police officer

    One Shiok Thing

    The Banana Pie Feud Between Dona Manis & Auntie Peng: Which Pie Is Better? | On The Red DotRace Against Cancer

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  • Just 2 days removed from F1, the trial of S Iswaran coincidentally begins…with a twist! The prosecution has amended charges of corruption against the former Minister, and he has pleaded guilty to the 5 outstanding charges. Is it over before it has even begun? What is happening here? At the same time, viral livestreamer iShowSpeed continues his whirlwind Southeast Asia tour in Singapore, crossing paths with Simu Liu, Tan Jianhao and… YLB’s very own Dom? Hear our resident Gen Zs Tristen and Dom explain the appeal of iShowSpeed to young people, in their final appearance as guests hosts before Haresh returns!

    (00:00) Tech Week Singapore
    (01:04) Intro
    (02:16) Iswaran Pleads Guilty to Reduced Charges
    (29:16) YouTuber IShowSpeed Zips Through Singapore
    (01:00:28) One Shiok Thing

    Tech Week Singapore

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    Iswaran Pleads Guilty to Reduced Charges

    ST Explains: What is Section 165, and how did Iswaran go from claiming trial to pleading guilty?Calvin Cheng FB postAs it happened: Iswaran convicted of five charges including obtaining gifts, to be sentenced on Oct 3CNA Explains: Why did the prosecution amend the charges brought against Iswaran?Ex-minister found guilty in case that gripped Singapore

    YouTuber IShowSpeed Zips Through Singapore

    Jianhao Tan feels ‘defeated’ by hate messages from IShowSpeed fans over failed S’pore streamIShowSpeed meets Shang-Chi star Simu Liu during Singapore IRL streamIShowSpeed's Singapore live stream flops, he hops over to JBStreamer IShowSpeed back in S'pore at Arab Street, gets free iPhone 16 & tries teh tarikStreamer IShowSpeed wins S$10K after beating S’pore TikToker in foot race

    One Shiok Thing

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  • Is it Bad Behaviour Week in Singapore? A condominium guard threw an order of bubble tea at a delivery rider who did not have the unit number, and a woman helped her driver to cut into a busy lane by getting out of the car and standing in the middle of the lane! What could they have been thinking, and why are such incidents so unsurprising these days? Back to weigh in on these incidents are Team YLB’s Tristen and Dom!

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    (00:00) Ergotune Vesby
    (01:08) Intro
    (11:41) Condo Guard Throws Bubble Tea at Delivery Rider
    (36:55) Woman Blocks Car with her Body
    (56:59) One Shiok Thing

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    Condo Guard Throws Bubble Tea at Delivery Rider

    Delivery rider leaves bubble tea at Hougang condo guardhouse, angry security guard throws order on the ground'Unfair' for delivery rider to insist on leaving bubble tea order in care of condo security officer: UnionVideo from SG Road Vigilante

    Woman Blocks Car with her Body

    Woman, who put her body in vehicle's way at Second Link, claims her car was forced left towards barricadesOriginal dashboard footageWoman’s response in FB post

    One Shiok Thing

    The Downward Spiral of a Free Speech PervertThe Journal: Rupert Murdoch’s Succession Drama Goes to Court“Away” (Phoenix Theme) with Official Lyrics | Final Fantasy XVI

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  • We were thrilled to have Sergeant Gina, a paramedic who is also an Emergency Medical Service section commander, in the YLB studio. Dive into her inspiring journey with the SCDF, and how her grandmother motivated her to choose this career path. She describes the heart and soul of her lifesaving work, and tells us why, despite being a mother of four, she still volunteered her time and energy to go to Turkey with an SCDF team to provide medical aid to civilians. Don't miss this captivating conversation!

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    (00:00) Intro
    (00:44) EMS and Section Commander Role
    (01:31) Rotation & Work Schedule
    (03:08) Balancing Work & Family
    (05:54) Handling Pediatric Cases
    (06:51) Becoming a Paramedic
    (09:06) Emotional Impact of the Job
    (11:52) Maintaining Calm In Emergencies
    (21:22) Turkey Earthquake Relief
    (25:18) Volunteer Aid Coordination
    (30:26) Community Cooperation
    (31:20) United Amid Disaster
    (34:50) Differences Overseas
    (36:30) Singaporean Quirks
    (40:30) How To Give Way To An Ambulance
    (46:51) Upholding SoP As a Section Commander
    (55:54) Advancing Technologies In Emergency Services
    (58:05) One Shiok Thing

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  • From 2026, MOE is making it easier for students to qualify for Higher Mother Tongue classes. But why is studying your language at a more difficult level so desirable in Singapore? We ask former Higher Chinese student and now theatre practitioner (in both English and Chinese!) Jo Tan. Also, we discuss the growing trend of micro-weddings, and whether they address the problems of organising traditional big weddings, or create problems of their own!!

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    (00:00) Cloud Expo Asia 2024
    (01:02) Intro
    (20:00) Taking Higher Mother Tongue Just Because You Can?
    (53:28) Por Por's Big Fat Surprise Wedding
    (59:20) Are Micro-Weddings the Next Big Idea?
    (01:26:39) One Shiok Thing

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    Taking Higher Mother Tongue Just Because You Can?

    More students will be allowed to take up Higher Mother Tongue in secondary 1 from 2026Teased by classmates as 'jiak kentang', PM Wong highlights importance of bilingualism in his 1st Mandarin NDR speechFrom 2026, Higher Mother Tongue qualification in Sec 1 will not be tied to overall PSLE scoresChan Chun Sing Facebook Post

    Are Micro-Weddings the Next Big Idea?

    The elders might disapprove, but some couples are opting for cheaper, intimate 'micro-weddings'

    Find Jo Tan

    InstagramPor Por's Big Fat Surprise WeddingReview of Dungeons & Distractions

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    Fighter Pilot Rates 'Top Gun' Action Scenes For Realism | How Real Is It? | InsiderKampung Halloween

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