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★ Our GE2025 Plans!! ★
Sign up for our newsletter at https://www.yahlahbut.com to find out firsthand where we'll be during each day of the campaigning period. It's gonna be epic!GE2025 is officially underway - and your daily hustings coverage starts NOW. In this special kickoff to this series, Haresh and Terence unpack the biggest Nomination Day headlines: Marine Parade’s surprise walkover, WP’s absence, Harpreet Singh in Punggol, and a last-minute PAP three-way trade. We talk WP’s strategy, Gan Kim Yong’s curious deployment, and why so many PAP candidates keep shifting ground. Plus, we finally reveal our plans for covering GE2025 in a way that’s never been done before, with our own custom BUS.
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★ Our GE2025 Plans!! ★
Sign up for our newsletter at https://www.yahlahbut.com to find out firsthand where we'll be during each day of the campaigning period. It's gonna be epic!Minister Chan Chun Sing opens up on Singapore’s most emotional pressure points: PSLE, streaming, tuition, and our obsession with comparison. He challenges the idea that we should do more to build resilience - maybe we should do less. We also talk about the need for political diversity as well as its misconceptions. He warns against slogan politics, and clarifies the difference between political leaders and politicians. We also tackle elitism, and the future of Singapore 100 years ahead. This episode was recorded on 16 Apr 2025.
(00:00) Our GE2025 Plans
(00:50) Intro
(06:35) Education and Resilience
(11:51) Parental Concerns in Education
(18:32) The Competitive Landscape
(26:37) Standardized Testing Debate
(27:18) Alternative Education Models
(34:21) Customization in Education
(37:50) Teachers' Role in Technology Integration
(45:22) The Value of Personal Growth
(48:49) Smaller Class Sizes and Teacher Resources
(54:45) The Role of Tuition in Education
(56:03) Challenges with Current Educational Practices
(57:16) Ethics in the Education Industry
(01:01:03) Cultural vs. Policy Change in Education
(01:06:41) Adapting Education for Diversity of Strengths
(01:11:03) Encouraging Innovation in Learning
(01:13:51) Political Systems and Governance
(01:18:18) Leadership in Politics
(01:20:13) Importance of Quality Ideas
(01:21:47) Diversity in Political Service
(01:22:59) Challenges and Standards in Leadership
(01:27:04) Role of Public and Private Sector in Politics
(01:35:40) Challenges and Commitment for Singapore's Future
(01:39:12) Global Appeal and Multiracial Society
(01:47:46) Engagement and Dialogue with Citizens
(01:52:51) Singapore's International Presence
(01:54:58) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok Thing
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★ Our GE2025 Plans!! ★
Sign up for our newsletter at https://www.yahlahbut.com to find out firsthand where we'll be during each day of the campaigning period. It's gonna be epic!Minister for Manpower Tan See Leng joins YLB to talk about Singapore’s economic anxieties, the role of foreign workers, and how his business background shapes his policies. From his COVID-era baptism of fire to recent controversies on speaking Cantonese in Parliament and the internship exposure vs pay debate, Dr. Tan answers everything—including audience backlash. He also reflects on optimism, ambition, and what makes Singapore’s small but mighty brand work. This episode was recorded on 14 Apr 2025.
(00:00) Our GE2025 Plans
(00:50) Intro
(02:44) Transition to Politics
(07:28) COVID-19 Response
(13:48) Challenges in Government Transition
(25:17) Handling Public Feedback
(27:19) Addressing Recent Criticism
(35:35) Cantonese in Parliament
(43:10) Fear of Foreign Workers
(54:22) Singaporean Talent Abroad
(01:03:14) Long-term Strategies
(01:07:42) Safeguards for Foreign Media
(01:08:05) Internship Remark Taken Out of Context
(01:10:11) The Value of Skills and Internships
(01:14:42) Healthcare Costs and Funding Models
(01:17:04) State-Funded vs Private Healthcare
(01:19:50) Sustainable Healthcare and Savings
(01:26:50) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok Thing
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★ Our GE2025 Plans!! ★ Sign up for our newsletter at https://www.yahlahbut.com to find out firsthand where we'll be during each day of the campaigning period. It's gonna be epic!
After 30 years in opposition politics, Dr. Chee Soon Juan is still in the fight. In this candid, wide-ranging interview, the Secretary-General of the Singapore Democratic Party (SDP) discusses why he’s contesting again, his thoughts on cost-of-living issues, and how mainstream media unfairly shaped public perception of him, and how social media changed everything for opposition parties. We talk about fear, failure, fatherhood, and why he’s contesting in an SMC and not a GRC. We also cover his strategy for GE2025, how does he handle political disagreements at home, and what’s his message to first-time voters.
(00:00) Our GE2025 Plans
(00:50) Intro
(02:20) Election Strategy and Challenges
(07:08) National Issues and Public Sentiment
(16:03) Reflections on Media, Image and Political Landscape
(21:00) Cafe Business and Personal Insights
(24:15) Voting Process and Public Perception
(27:50) Why Contest in SMC?
(34:27) Graduate Mothers Scheme & Early Political Involvement
(36:43) Independent Newspapers and Social Engineering
(37:22) Joining Politics and PAP Reflections
(40:37) SDP's Ideals
(48:42) Opposition Role and Policies
(59:14) Singapore's Place in New World Order
(01:03:48) Navigating Modern Challenges
(01:09:32) Youth Engagement and Pesonal Growth
(01:12:37) One Shiok ThingFind Dr Chee Soon Juan Here!
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Koh Buck Song, poet, writer, and country brand advisor, has helped shape how the world sees Singapore. He joins us to unpack the essence of what it means to be Singaporean and how we see ourselves. We also discuss how our shared identity as Singaporeans makes us unique. We explore why multiculturalism is our secret sauce, how hawker centres are more than food courts, and what we’re missing when it comes to soul and identity.
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(00:00) A Message From SIF
(00:55) Intro
(01:27) What Is A Country Brand Ambassador?
(03:13) SG50 to SG60 Transition
(18:42) Cultural Soft Power
(19:19) SG's Orchid Diplomacy
(22:35) Multiculturalism as Singapore's X Factor
(27:25) Brand Identity vs. Reality
(34:02) Cultural Investments and Future of Singapore
(35:50) Power Dynamics
(36:45) Cultural Export and Singapore Brandin
(38:41) The Role of Food in Singapore's Identity
(41:30) Hard Power vs. Soft Power
(54:22) Singapore's National Symbols and Identity
(59:13) Singlish as Part of Singapore's Brand
(01:06:08) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok Thing
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★ Our GE2025 Plans!! ★
Sign up for our newsletter at https://www.yahlahbut.com to find out firsthand where we'll be during each day of the campaigning period. It's gonna be epic!Donald Low, Professor of Practice at the HKUST Institute for Public Policy, joins us to talk about his new book on COVID’s lasting impact on China, the consequences of Donald Trump’s tariffs & counterintuitive facts about the global economy. And of course, with his decade’s long experience in the Singapore civil service, we also discuss the upcoming GE2025, and how voters should think about the candidates.
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His book, The Price of Zero: https://thepriceofzero.org/Donald Low on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/donald.l.fc(00:00) Our GE2025 Plans
(00:52) Intro
(05:14) Hong Kong vs Singapore COVID Response
(07:15) China's Pandemic Management
(12:28) Donalds Book: The Price of Zero
(25:41) Hong Kong Political Climate
(30:01) Resilience in Hong Kong and Singapore's Perspective
(32:43) Social Contracts and Expectations
(35:02) Trust in Government and Social Behaviour
(36:58) MNCs Shifting from Hong Kong to Singapore
(41:18) China's Economic Future and Global Impact
(49:20) Singapore's Domestic Consumption and Trade Dependency
(57:36) Economic Strengths and Trade Relationships
(58:08) China's Trade Surplus
(59:34) Singapore's Surpluses
(01:00:17) Economic Policies and Accumulation
(01:09:31) Economic Bans and Regulations
(01:15:38) Municipal vs National Issues in Elections
(01:21:52) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok Thing
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★ Our GE2025 Plans! ★
Sign up for our newsletter at https://www.yahlahbut.com to updates and to find out firsthand where we'll be during each day of the campaigning period. It's gonna be epic!In this candid conversation that took place right after the Writ of Election was issued, former PAP MP and serial entrepreneur Inderjit Singh joins us to reflect on his time in Parliament, his business journey, and his outspoken and controversial views on key policies. And given the upcoming election, we tackle the big question about PAP MPs on everyone’s minds: is it possible to speak out from within? From calling out “growth at all costs” economics to clashing with Cabinet members behind the scenes, Inderjit reveals what it really takes to challenge the system from within. He also weighs in on the new candidates from both sides, Singapore’s evolving political culture, and why housing and cost of living will dominate election conversations.
(00:00) Our GE2025 Plans
(00:52) Intro
(03:33) Journey in Singapore Politics
(06:50) Challenges of Public Service
(10:09) Political Views and Decisions
(15:09) Social Media's Impact on Politicians
(27:21) Parliamentary Experience and Open Dialogue
(29:38) 2011 General Elections and Management Style Discussion
(35:15) New Ideas and Challenges in Policy Making
(48:22) Political Campaign Strategies and Voter Perception
(56:03) Leadership Challenges and Mandates
(58:21) Comparison of Political Eras
(01:01:50) Election Campaigns Inside Look
(01:06:26) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok Thing
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Red Dot United’s Secretary-General Ravi Philemon opens up about why he left the Progress Singapore Party (PSP) to start Red Dot United just weeks before GE2020, and even more shockingly, contested against now-President Tharman Shanmugaratnam. He shares how RDU is positioning itself differently from other opposition parties ahead of GE2025, why discipline and data matter for his team, and the challenges of building a new party from scratch. Plus, he lays out the reason why smaller opposition parties, or “mosquito parties”, as Bertha Henson puts it, need to exist in our democracy.
(00:00) Intro
(01:44) RDU's Volunteer Dynamics
(03:48) Formation and Growth of RDU
(07:34) Challenges in Start-Up Parties
(09:58) Transitioning between Political Parties
(17:44) Amiable Parting with PSP
(28:08) Background on RDU's Foundation
(29:54) Ravi's Political Passion and Activism
(34:05) Decision to Contest in Jurong
(35:41) Election Strategy and Challenges
(37:18) Campaign Experience and Public Perception
(39:32) Reflections on 2015 and 2020 Elections
(44:10) RDU Philosophy and Policies
(54:28) RDU's Vision and Future Plans
(58:29) Role of Smaller Parties in Political Landscape
(01:05:28) Non-Adversarial Politics and Dialogue
(01:07:00) Personal Reflection and Evolution
(01:09:51) Religion and Politics
(01:18:39) On M. Ravi and Activism
(01:24:25) Building a Political Culture
(01:30:00) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok Thing
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PM Lawrence Wong’s speech on US tariffs and global trade shockwaves didn’t just make headlines in Singapore - it went viral around the world, earning praise from political commentators and international audiences. But is it a true rallying cry that will inspire confidence? Elsewhere, the saga regarding former NMP Calvin Cheng’s comments about sending a group of activists to Gaza has triggered a series of negative reactions, with the latest one from PM Wong himself. Calvin Cheng has since apologised, but is it too little, too late?
(00:00) Words of Wisdom
(01:00) Intro
(10:05) PM Lawrence Wong Goes Viral
(31:58) Calvin Cheng’s Gaza Comments Spark Backlash
(51:11) One Shiok Comment
(55:11) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok Thing
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'Very, very powerful': PM Wong's response to Trump tariffs strikes a chord with audiences worldwideWorld suffers if US-China relations fray with tariffs: PM WongTRUMP RAMPAGE | How Far Can He Go?Calvin Cheng’s Gaza Comments Spark Backlash
Calvin Cheng's remarks 'completely insensitive, unacceptable'; Singapore must nurture and protect its cohesion: PM WongMasagos, Shanmugam disagree with former NMP Calvin Cheng's views on Israel-Palestine conflictEx-NMP Calvin Cheng 'deeply remorseful' over comments on pro-Palestine activistsVivian says he did not ‘like’ FB post offering to relocate S’poreans to Gaza; Meta investigatingNo intention of 'downplaying tariffs': PSP's Leong Mun Wai calls for new trade deal with US[2016] Police report filed against former NMP Calvin Cheng for controversial comments about terrorists' childrenMics and Headphones from @shure
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Arguably the biggest catch of the upcoming election, Senior Counsel Harpreet Singh joins Yah Lah BUT for a candid, wide-ranging conversation. He reveals why an accomplished legal professional would join opposition politics under the Workers’ Party. He tells us about the instances in his life when he spoke truth to power, and what policies that he believes need to change to prepare young Singaporeans for the future. He also reflects on his infamous 1996 public exchange with Lee Kuan Yew and how a professional crisis was instrumental in shaping the Harpreet Singh of today. He also lays out his ideas on education reform, housing, and political representation that he will be talking more about in the upcoming few months.
(00:00) Intro
(01:48) Political Journey & Volunteering
(09:55) Early Political Engagement
(17:33) Joining Workers' Party & Goals
(20:16) Policy and Ideals: Areas for Improvement
(25:39) Global Comparisons & Future Vision
(34:53) Reflections on Past Optimism
(37:08) Housing and Education Reform
(38:23) Challenges of the Current Education System
(41:24) The Need for Curriculum Reform
(54:56) Dealing with Professional Challenges
(01:04:21) Workers' Party Ideology
(01:20:38) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok Thing
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Last Friday, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong released a video warning Singaporeans to brace for global economic instability in light of US-imposed tariffs. The 5-minute address sparked mixed reactions - some lauded the call for unity, others slammed it as vague and fear-mongering. We unpack what he actually said and how the opposition parties responded. Over the weekend, a community event in the East revealed a slew of new perks and grants available only to residents of the Marine Parade Cluster. Is this strategic support—or selective generosity in an election year?
(00:00) Words of Wisdom
(00:55) Intro
(11:00) Lawrence Wong’s Response to Tariffs “Overblown”?
(35:44) Marine Parade’s Benefits Under Scrutiny
(49:00) One Shiok Comment
(51:41) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok Thing
POV 🎙️📷 You Are a Referee at DER KLASSIKER in the BundesligaTrump Tariff Cold Open - SNLNominate a Senior over 60 for Words of Wisdom!
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Singapore must brace itself for more shocks following US tariffs: PM WongUS tariffs could set off global trade war, dampen S’pore’s economic growth: DPM GanOpposition leader Pritam Singh echoes PM Wong's call for unity following US tariffs on S'poreLeong Mun Wai says Trump tariff fear is 'overblown', Tan Cheng Bock says govt warning is partly to 'instill fear'The bizarre way Trump’s team calculated reciprocal tariffsMarine Parade’s Benefits Under Scrutiny
GE2025: Up to S$1,600 in cash, Grab vouchers under new fund for caregivers in Marine Parade Cluster17 HDB neighbourhoods across Singapore to be upgraded at cost of S$165 millionMics and Headphones from @shure
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We come full circle, as the Speaker who first introduced Yah Lah BUT to Parliament now comes to our studio as a guest! Seah Kian Peng shares his candid views about his role as Speaker, what he thinks about the recent kerfuffles in Parliament, and the biggest misconception about his longstanding MP role at Braddell Heights. This episode was recorded on 17 March 2025.
(00:00) Intro
(02:01) Background and Career
(07:16) Social Mobility and Inequality
(15:06) Role and Responsibilities
(24:52) Challenges and Reflections
(31:25) Our Podcast In Parliament
(32:02) Addressing Leong Mun Wai's Remark
(33:49) Parliamentary Process
(37:37) Speaking Dialect In Parliament
(50:16) Should Parliament Sessions Be Livestreamed?
(51:58) Ceremonial Practices
(01:02:13) Accountability
(01:03:26) GRC Changes Discussion
(01:06:44) Political Career Reflection
(01:08:23) Future of Politics
(01:10:09) Importance of Change
(01:14:31) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok Thing
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Two Nominated Members of Parliament (NMPs) recently stepped down to join political parties, raising eyebrows about the role’s neutrality. Minister Shanmugam addressed the issue, clarifying that the Constitution allows it, and that it’s up to public judgment to assess the move. Meanwhile, Minister Tan See Leng’s comment that undergraduates should focus “exposure, not pay” didn’t go down well online. Or are we just a bunch of snowflakes?
(00:00) Folklory
(00:55) Intro
(11:03) NMPs Joining Political Parties Scrutinised
(37:39) Tan See Leng’s ‘Exposure, Not Pay’ Remarks
(58:51) One Shiok Comment
(01:02:43) One Shiok ThingFolklory
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Constitution provides for NMPs to step down to stand in elections: ShanmugamGE2025: Constitution ‘expressly provides’ for NMP to join a political party after stepping down, says ShanmugamConstitution of the Republic of Singapore - Singapore Statutes OnlineTan See Leng’s ‘Exposure, Not Pay’ Remarks
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He’s an internationally-renowned infectious diseases expert who became an opposition politician with the Singapore Democratic Party. In this candid conversation, Dr Paul Tambyah joins YLB to talk about the public healthcare system, his motivation for staying in opposition politics, and why Singapore’s response to the the global pandemic was surprising in many ways. Walking us through his days of activism to party politics to international COVID-19 crisis meetings, Dr Tambyah shares his unfiltered view of why politics is nothing but medicine writ large.
(00:00) Intro
(01:08) Infectious Disease Research
(04:16) Political Involvement and Healthcare
(06:53) SDP and Political Journey
(13:59) Healthcare System Insights
(25:04) Public Policy on Healthcare and Education
(28:08) Healthcare Debate and Opposition Challenges
(33:27) Challenges in Healthcare System
(36:02) CPF and Trust in Government
(39:45) COVID-19 Pandemic Response
(43:00) Vaccine Skepticism and Social Media Impact
(44:47) Aligning with Opposition Parties
(54:45) Singapore's Housing Policies
(55:06) Ethnic Integration Program
(56:25) Socioeconomic Disparities in Education
(58:54) Public vs. Private Healthcare
(59:21) Political Criticisms of the SDP
(01:01:06) SDP's Policy Stance and Reforms
(01:02:41) Cultural and Political Polarizations
(01:08:42) Current Singapore Political Landscape
(01:10:23) Diversity and Representation
(01:13:12) COVID-19 Experiences and Insights
(01:20:51) Message to Singaporean VotersOne Shiok Thing
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Singapore's Minister for Health Ong Ye Kung delivers a no-holds-barred conversation in this YLB episode - tearing into US-Asia power shifts, Singapore's healthcare time bombs, and his own political war stories after losing Aljunied GRC in 2011. He explains why he believes the Opposition isn't going anywhere, drops truth bombs about how char kway teow could sink his career, and reveals when government should - and shouldn't - step in. The discussion also turns personal as he reflects on the family conversations that shaped his decision to enter politics - offering rare insight into the human side of public service.
(00:00) Intro
(02:40) Transition to Minister for Health
(03:25) COVID Strategies and Challenges
(05:16) Vaccine Rollout and Impact
(12:50) The Aging Population Challenge
(14:15) Learning from Other Countries
(17:01) Health Advocacy and Social Media
(22:52) Political Journey and Personal Background
(29:50) Becoming a Civil Servant
(32:25) Political Journey and Views
(37:30) World Trade and Free Trade Agreements
(47:51) US Presence and Security
(52:46) Strategic Position of Singapore
(58:33) Global Interconnection and Decoupling
(59:10) Influence of Foreign Politics on Singapore
(01:00:30) Cultural Imports and Political Sentiments
(01:01:50) Changing Dynamics in Singapore Politics
(01:03:30) Singapore's Economic Role and Workforce
(01:07:10) Paradox of Meritocracy and Education
(01:10:54) Singapore-Malaysia Relations and Economic Integration
(01:15:08) Emerging Challenges and Global Concerns
(01:18:30) Impact of Technology and AI
(01:21:30) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok Thing
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She’s the journalist who sparked the NRIC unmasking saga, and she’s back on Yah Lah BUT. Bertha Henson joins us for a wide-ranging conversation about Singapore’s political state of play. From the EBRC Report to the recent NMP resignations, from Edwin Tong’s viral walkabout video to whether opposition “mosquito parties” should just call it quits - Bertha gives her no-holds-barred take on what’s broken, what needs fixing, and what voters should look out for this GE2025. And she also tells us why she’s now going “Chin & Chai” with her political commentary.
(00:00) Folklory
(00:55) Intro
(02:27) Political News Reporting
(03:21) Journalistic Experiences and Challenges
(09:05) Discussion on Media and Political Coverage
(11:41) This Election Feels Different
(13:48) EBRC Reports & the Media
(21:20) What Bertha Would Have Changed About the Report
(28:24) Perception of Social Media Savvy Politicians
(30:48) Discussion on Pritam Singh's Conviction
(38:20) Political Scene and Leadership Discussion
(42:06) NRIC Debacle
(52:27) Opposition Parties and Election Strategy
(58:27) Public Debates and Freedom of Expression
(01:05:10) Upcoming Election Perspective
(01:10:20) Media's Role and Accountability
(01:15:10) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok Thing
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The GE2025 season is heating up - barely 2 weeks in and it’s already spicy. A video of Minister Edwin Tong’s walkabout in Marine Parade went viral for seemingly showing an uncle in a wheelchair flipping him off, but was it actually a middle finger? A PAP volunteer also got implicated for looking stand-offish in the video. We dissect the footage and the clarifications from all the parties involved, and ask if this foreshadows the aggressive campaigning to come. Elsewhere, a Buddhist society’s job ad offering $5K-$11K a month for a nun raised eyebrows and serious questions. Was this job ad for real? Can you earn more as a nun than most normal professions?
(00:00) Words of Wisdom
(00:55) Intro
(12:05) Edwin Tong vs. Unfriendly Residents
(38:43) $11K Nun Job Stuns Singapore
(49:38) One Shiok Comment
(56:41) One Shiok ThingNominate a Senior over 60 for Words of Wisdom!
We’ll be recording 60 Folklories with 60 Singaporeans above 60 yrs as part of our “Words of Wisdom” Project for SG60You can check out the first wave of recordings on the same siteHelp us keep these stories alive by nominating your loved ones!One Shiok Thing
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Edwin Tong says clip from Marine Parade walkabout was used out of context for political objective$11K Nun Job Stuns Singapore
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Singapore is no longer the happiest country in Asia, according to the latest World Happiness Report. We dropped from 29th to 34th globally, losing our regional crown to Taiwan. What’s behind this decline, and does it match how Singaporeans actually feel? Elsewhere, a standoff between residents in Bukit Batok has sparked debate after a woman complained about her neighbour walking along the corridor in only boxers. Is it indecent, or just awkward?
(00:00) Folklory
(00:55) Intro
(06:30) Singapore Drops in World Happiness Ranking
(37:33) Should We Wear Boxers Outside?
(53:39) One Shiok Comment
(56:14) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok Thing
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Singapore slips in world happiness ranking, gets knocked off top spot in AsiaWorld Happiness Report | GallupShould We Wear Boxers Outside?
Woman complains neighbour walks around in boxer shortsMics and Headphones from @shure
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In this special episode, we sit down with Dr. Janil Puthucheary, Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Digital Development and Information & Ministry of Health, to discuss the FutureYOUth Movement - a youth parallel of the Forward Singapore exercise to understand sentiments and aspirations on issues that youth resonate with. From education and AI to civic participation and social challenges, we break down what young Singaporeans are really concerned about and what has be done. If you want to know where Singapore is headed in the next decade, this episode is for you.
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This episode is brought to you in partnership with PAYM. They've recently launched the Youth Charter as part of the FutureYOUth Movement, which you can view at the PA Youth CharterCheck out PAYM on Instagram at @paym.youths(00:00) Intro
(01:05) Experience of Dr. Janil
(02:20) Youth Challenges
(04:32) Intergenerational Differences
(05:56) Technology and Social Media
(08:16) Youth Empowerment and Engagement
(10:31) Youth Mobilization Projects
(12:59) Negotiation Among Youth
(17:16) Role of PAYM and Funding
(20:16) Youth Engagement Strategies
(22:47) Offline Engagement Importance
(24:31) Personal Experiences & Reality Checks
(26:28) Navigating Passion and Cynicism
(31:52) Inclusivity Among Youth
(37:21) Radicalization Concerns
(39:20) Social Cohesion Challenges
(47:50) Impact of COVID-19 on Youth
(51:48) Positive Outlets
(52:49) Youth Empowerment
(59:09) Geopolitical Concerns
(01:06:10) Youth Charter & Call to Action
(01:08:06) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok Thing
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A video of Minister K. Shanmugam verbally clashing with activists at a Meet-the-People Session last week has gone viral, with the activists in question drawing widespread condemnation for their provocative actions. The activists revealed their side of the story over the weekend, and alleged that they were unfairly portrayed by the Minister’s team and mainstream media. Who’s winning this war of words? Meanwhile, supermarkets in Singapore are finally rolling out unit pricing, making grocery shopping more transparent for consumers. But will it actually help?
(00:00) Words of Wisdom
(01:00) Intro
(07:44) Shanmugam’s MPS Stand-Off with Activists
(58:27) Can Unit Pricing Combat Shrinkflation?
(01:06:26) One Shiok Comment
(01:10:41) One Shiok ThingNominate a Senior over 60 for Words of Wisdom!
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Meet-the-People Session is not a protest venue, says Shanmugam after 2 women cause commotionJosephine Teo recounts 'ambush' incidents at Meet-The-People Sessions, echoing Shanmugam's experience with activistsMalay community leaders, MPs speak out against activists who disrupted Meet-The-People SessionsStatement from the 2 Activists Needs of residents who are Singaporeans come first at Meet-the-People Sessions: MasagosCan Unit Pricing Combat Shrinkflation?
Major supermarkets to trial unit pricing for selected products, meant to target shrinkflation & price gimmicksMics and Headphones from @shure
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