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Daniel Martin break down the biggest stories of the day — with your voice. Call or text in, hear what others think, and get expert takes on the issues that matter. Whether you're fired up, curious, or just want to be part of the national conversation, Talkback gives you a seat at the table.

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Matthias Tan
Senior Client Advisor at Providend
Providend
Episode: #TalkBack: Tapping your credit card or phone everywhere, are we mindlessly making payments?
Dr. Samer El Hajjar
Senior Marketing Lecturer at the National University of Singapore Business School
National University of Singapore
Episode: #TalkBack: Are we not using our CDC vouchers in the spirit it was intended?
Tan Ying Ying
Director of NTUC Freelance Unit, oversees all freelance or self-employed associations.
NTUC Freelance Unit
Episode: #TalkBack: If you are a private hire driver, should there be a limit to the number of hours you work?
Dr. John Lim
Chief Wellbeing Officer at Singapore Counselling Centre.
Singapore Counselling Centre
Episode: Former 'sugar baby' speaks on #TalkBack
Dr. Samer Hajjar
Senior Lecturer of Marketing
NUS Business School
Episode: #TalkBack: Do you even still go to Orchard Road?
Gloria James-Civetta
Lawyer and head of Gloria James-Civetta Law Firm
Gloria James-Civetta Law Firm
Episode: #TalkBack: Flashing fingers on the road? Is it illegal?
Dr. Annabelle Chow
Clinical psychologist from Annabelle Psychology
Annabelle Psychology
Episode: #TalkBack: Whampoa fire: Why can’t keep our corridors hazard-free?
Kelvyn Ong
Fire safety specialist and managing director at King Fire
King Fire
Episode: #TalkBack: Whampoa fire: Why can’t keep our corridors hazard-free?
Dr. Ad Maulod
Principal Research Scientist from the Duke-NUS Medical School Centre for Ageing Research and Education
Duke-NUS Medical School
Episode: #TalkBack: How can we make it safer for our elderly as pedestrians and on public transport?

Hosts

Lance Alexander
Daniel Martin

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#230
Singapore/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#7
Singapore/News/News Commentary
Apple Podcasts
#60
Singapore/News
Apple Podcasts
#234
Japan/News/News Commentary

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#TalkBack: Lawyers, teachers, doctors… Should some professions avoid commenting on their field on social media?
Q: Can the victim take issue with Mr. Chia?
She could try to consult a defamation lawyer to assess potential grounds for a lawsuit.
#TalkBack: Lawyers, teachers, doctors… Should some professions avoid commenting on their field on social media?
Q: Is Mr. Chia's case going to set some kind of precedent for others who might be office holders?
It might remind some people that they have to be a bit more cautious in the way that they face things.
#TalkBack - Pedestrians on their phones: does it lead to accidents?
Q: Is the public ready for laws that regulate phone use while walking or cycling at crossings?
Gopinath Menon believes the public might be receptive, as pedestrians and cyclists are equally responsible for road safety.
TalkBack: If you had to buy a car, would you buy new or resale?
Q: Should I buy a new car or used car?
At these prices, buying a car is not a rational decision; it depends on individual needs and circumstances.
#TalkBack: Is Singapore on track to be a sports capital?
Q: Is Singapore on track to be a sports capital?
Yes, the increasing focus on health and wellness initiatives among the population indicates a shift towards embracing sports and fitness activities.

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Focused on the most pressing news topics of the day, the discussions are characterized by a participatory approach that invites both guests and audience members to share their opinions and insights. Notable themes include consumer behavior, economic trends, social issues affecting everyday life, and the balance between personal freedoms and collective responsibilities. With a diverse range of guests from various industries, episodes address contemporary issues like the implications of cashless transactions, the dynamics of gig economy jobs, and urban wildlife management, making it an engaging platform for listeners who appreciate thoughtful commentary combined with real-world implications.

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Talkback launched 9 months ago and published 100 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Talkback include:

1. Matthias Tan
2. Dr. Samer El Hajjar
3. Tan Ying Ying
4. Dr. John Lim
5. Dr. Samer Hajjar
6. Gloria James-Civetta
7. Dr. Annabelle Chow
8. Kelvyn Ong

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