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Tell You First

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World War II
Chinese Culture
Japanese Occupation
National Day Parade
Fish Head Curry
Power Rangers
Chope Culture
Deepavali
Wedding Gatecrashing
Death Houses
Orchard Towers
Lee Kuan Yew
Kopi
Singapore History
Khoo Wittaya
Comrade Bala
Singapore Independence
Chinese New Year

Hosted by the dynamic duo behind Ministry of Funny and Yah Lah But... - Haresh Tilani & Terence Chia - "Tell You First" is an edutainment podcast that aims to dive into a fascinating array of topics you never knew you needed to know.

And the fun doesn't stop there—sometimes, we bring in special guests to join the laughter! Tune in for a one-of-a-kind blend of comedy and knowledge, and uncover a w... more

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Recent Guests

Sonia Chew
Radio TV presenter
Radio/Television personality in Singapore
Episode: The Beyoncé Concert Malaysia Didn't Want You to See
Dick Lee
Singer, songwriter, playwright, film director, and creative director
Singaporean musician and cultural figure
Episode: The OG Singapore Idol Finally Reveals Why Singapore Idol Ended (w Dick Lee)
Ben Kheng
Singaporean musician (Not Alone, Sam Willows member, multi-hyphenate)
Singer-Songwriter / Actor
Episode: Should Only Singaporeans Write National Day Songs? (w Ben Kheng)
Wendy Cheng
Wendy Cheng, also known as Xiaxue, Singaporean blogger and online personality
Xiaxue online brand
Episode: Sarong Party Girls: “Ang Moh Better?” A History of the Stereotype
Joakim Gomez
MedIaCorp presenter, 13-time NDP host
Mediacorp
Episode: The Year Singapore Football Became A Joke
Kf Seetoh
Culturepreneur, founder of Makansutra
Makansutra
Episode: Hawker Culture: From Illegal to UNESCO Recognition
Lynn Wong
Founder and Director of Bridging Generations
Bridging Generations
Episode: Samsui Women: The Original Girlbosses Who Built Singapore
Noah Yap
Popular YouTuber known for comedic content and a career in acting, particularly in the 'Ah Boys to Men' movie series.
Episode: The Golden Age of YouTube in Singapore and Why It Disappeared
Gurmit Singh
Actor known for his role as Phua Chu Kang, a beloved figure in Singaporean comedy
Mediacorp
Episode: When Phua Chu Kang Got Scolded By The Prime Minister

Hosts

Terence Chia
Host with partner Haresh Tilani; co-hosts topics ranging from culture and history to current affairs and media industry insights.
Haresh Tilani
Co-host pairing with Terence Chia; brings humor, cultural commentary, and guest-led conversations.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 147 ratings
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    Yo this podcast is kinda dead man pls update on new episodes

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Apple Podcasts
#102
Singapore/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#6
Singapore/Education

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The Beyoncé Concert Malaysia Didn't Want You to See
Q: How does Singapore compare to Malaysia in terms of concert openness and regulatory approach?
They argue Singapore tends to be more open and organized, with clear processes that facilitate events, while still requiring compliance with cultural and religious sensitivities, creating a framework that supports international acts with fewer outright bans.
The Beyoncé Concert Malaysia Didn't Want You to See
Q: Do you think Malaysia's strict guidelines help or hinder artistic expression in the long run?
The panelists suggest it's a complex balance: guidelines protect cultural norms but can suppress certain performances; over time, better dialogue and adaptable staging allow artists to express themselves without outright bans, though some acts still face censorship.
Samsui Women: The Original Girlbosses Who Built Singapore
Q: What drew the Samsui Women to Singapore in the 1930s, and how did the social conditions there shape their arrival?
Push factors in China (famine, war) and economic opportunities in Singapore, coupled with government migration policy constraints that favored female migrants, created a conducive pathway for these immigrants to work as general laborers.
Samsui Women: The Original Girlbosses Who Built Singapore
Q: Why did Samsui Women wear the red headscarf and how did it function beyond appearance?
The red headscarf was both a recognizable marker and a practical tool, protecting hair from dust and debris and even providing space for small items, reflecting a smart blend of identity and utility.

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Edutainment conversations spanning culture, history, politics, and technology anchored in Singapore and Southeast Asia. Across episodes, topics drift from music censorship and live performances to historic geopolitical moments, financial scandals, legal dramas, and tech origins, all through accessible host banter and deep-dive storytelling. Distinctive traits include a strong local focus, a knack for weaving personal anecdotes with broader context, and a balance of humor and rigor that helps complex subjects land for curious listeners. The show often features guest voices from music, media, culture, and tech, enriching conversations with insider perspectives while preserving a sharp, entertaining perspective for a broad audience.

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Tell You First launched 2 years ago and published 87 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 Tell You First include:

1. Sonia Chew
2. Dick Lee
3. Ben Kheng
4. Wendy Cheng
5. Joakim Gomez
6. Kf Seetoh
7. Lynn Wong
8. Noah Yap

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