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Olympics
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Bangladesh
Job Market
Secret Service
Mental Health
Green Parade
Cat Sterilization
Social Media Activism
Employment Practices
Malay-Muslim Society
LGBTQ+ Representation In Film
LGBT Issues
Environmental Activism
Sustainability
Assassination Attempts

Join us every Friday as we recap the week in news in hard conversations. Follow us on facebook, instagram, twitter and telegram. Read us on www.planb.sg

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Parliament got heated this week, and just like in GE2025, the Malay-Muslim community found itself in the crossfire. Shanmugam delivered a lengthy speech referencing Noor Deros and his meeting with Workers Party’s Malay-Muslim candidates, warning of t... more

This year’s F1 Singapore Grand Prix wasn’t just about the races, it came with its share of controversies. From crowds stranded after the MRT ends its service to the Petronas CEO’s champagne celebration that’s stirred debate online among Malaysians, q... more

The Ministry of Education’s recent move to adopt central kitchen models in school canteens has stirred fears among vendors worried about their livelihoods. But Rayner from Hearty Green Vegetables - famous for introducing Japan’s school bento culture ... more

UK, Canada, Portugal have recognised Palestine. But what about Singapore? In Parliament this week, Foreign Minister Balakrishnan finally set out our position — and it comes with strings attached. But here’s the real question: even if Singapore does r... more

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Recent Guests

Muhammad Haikal
Senior Clinical Psychologist and Founder of I'm Possible
I'm Possible
Episode: #814 “70-80% of bullying behaviour come from the home setting”
Syed Saddiq
Malaysian politician and former Minister of Youth and Sports.
Muda Party
Episode: #813 “If you piss off a Singaporean, you’re pissing off a Malaysian as well”
Liang Siah
A financial advisor who shares his car rental experiences and frustrations
Episode: #811 “If it happens to someone who doesn’t make it viral, it’ll just get buried underneath the paperworks”
Andrew Seow
Former actor turned auxiliary police officer
Episode: #808 "Being able to make my father happy and work alongside the police force, I think it's good
Dr. Sanjeev
Emergency Medicine Specialist who discusses ACP and LPA.
Episode: #806 When there is conflict regarding life and death, the scars from the conflict are lifelong .
Mr. Yusof Ular
A veteran snake charmer with nearly 40 years in the field and a unique snake charmer license.
Episode: #805 Guess who’s handling snakes?!
Mr. Song
Shared personal experience about navigating health decisions for his father.
Episode: #803: We wouldn’t know what’s going to happen to us tomorrow
Mr. Chun Yong
75-year-old opera singer, French tutor, translator, interpreter, and social media content creator
Episode: #802 TikTok’s viral SG French Tutor taught us opera?!
Nureliza Syahidain Binte Effendy
Practicing lawyer from Effendy Legal
Effendy Legal
Episode: #801 Having a family doesn’t guarantee a voice for your future

Hosts

Darren Ma
Co-host who facilitates engaging discussions on current events and societal issues.
Rahman
Co-host contributing insights and diverse perspectives on news topics.
Zary Ismail
Co-host noted for his dynamic dialogue and connection with cultural themes.

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#68
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#77
Singapore/News/Daily News
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#118
China/News/Daily News

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#810 Is it time to declassify bees as pest?
Q: What can we do to promote or encourage higher take-up of bee conservation efforts, especially in HDB markets?
Residents should write to their MPs to express concerns about treating bees as pests, which could lead to a shift in classification.
#810 Is it time to declassify bees as pest?
Q: How do people generally behave when they find bees nesting in their house?
First reaction is to get away and want them gone immediately, but newly arrived bees are actually very calm.
#813 “If you piss off a Singaporean, you’re pissing off a Malaysian as well”
Q: Regarding judicial independence in Malaysia, what are your views?
Judicial independence is critical, and recent changes in the judiciary highlight the importance of transparency and integrity in the system.
#813 “If you piss off a Singaporean, you’re pissing off a Malaysian as well”
Q: What keeps you going after all these difficult years?
Despite facing challenges, Syed Saddiq maintains his drive and optimism, believing that the struggles he faced are part of a greater journey towards making Malaysia a developed country.
#805 Guess who’s handling snakes?!
Q: What will be your message to people who are watching, especially with regards to your craft?
This is a heritage craft, and I feel a strong legacy that should be preserved.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Plan B

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This podcast features weekly discussions centered on current events and news stories from a variety of perspectives, tackling complex social, political, and cultural issues relevant to the Southeast Asian region, particularly Singapore and Malaysia. Episodes often highlight local sentiments related to national identity, community challenges, and broader societal impacts stemming from recent political developments or social movements. Notably, the hosts maintain an engaging and candid style, inviting guests from diverse fields to contribute their insights, which adds depth to ongoing conversations about pressing issues such as bullying, governance, and the dynamics between Malaysia and Singapore. The approach encourages listeners to critical... more

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2. Syed Saddiq
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