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The Straits Times Podcasts

The Straits Times
Singapore
China
Climate Change
Mental Health
Artificial Intelligence
Taiwan
United States
Southeast Asia
Japan
Donald Trump
Renewable Energy
India
Budget 2026
ASEAN
South Korea
Covid-19
Social Media
Malaysia
Vaping
Loneliness

Synopsis: Almost every weekday, our ALL-IN-ONE channel showcases discussions on Singapore youth perspectives and social issues, geopolitics through an Asian lens, health, climate change, personal finance and career.

Follow our shows on your favourite audio apps Apple Podcasts, Spotify or even ST's app, which has a dedicated podcast player section.

Produced by podcast editor Ernest Luis & The Str... more

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Recent Guests

Stefanie Yuen Thio
Joint Managing Partner at TSMP Law Corporation
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World-winning clown and actor
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Jason Tan
Associate Professor from the National Institute of Education
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Episode: S1E78: P1 registration: How did the parent volunteer scheme become an arms race?
Dr. Neo Han Yee
Senior Consultant and Head of the Palliative Medicine Department
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Episode: S1E150: Palliative care is for living, not just dying: Talk about it sooner
Charmaine Sim
Advanced Practice Nurse, Medical Intensive Care Unit
National University Hospital
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Lucas Bilbao
Argentina national team guest, former player/coach puzzle discussions
Argentina football community
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Kareem Ben Sharifa
Former coach of Singapore Women's National Team
Singapore football
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Shuhei Yamashita
Shuhei Yamashita, Japan national team defender
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Leonard Tee
Lions City Sailors player, Germany connection
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Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 89 ratings
  • Good content and informative!

    Thanks for the podcast, SPH Media.

    I find it very-useful and not only that, it’s great for listening while reading newspapers. ❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Muhammad Faezin
    Singapore4 years ago
  • Combine series 1 and unknown series

    Great podcast! Please combine the above two mentioned series.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    edwingoh6
    Singapore8 years ago

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Episodes are timely and cover a broad range of topics from governance to health.
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S1E79: Deepfakes, $50 intimate photos amid new digital regulations
Q: So first up, let's talk about this SG Her Empowerment or SHE—why start this initiative?
The guest explains that SHE emerged from recognizing the depth of online harms and the need for an agency to support victims with counseling and legal advice, especially as deepfake and image-based abuse became more prevalent.
S1E78: P1 registration: How did the parent volunteer scheme become an arms race?
Q: Why did the government introduce the volunteer scheme in the first place, and has it achieved its purpose?
The guest notes the late-1990s push for greater parental engagement and explains that the scheme evolved into an incentives-driven process that may not have achieved its original aims of fair access for all.
S1E78: P1 registration: How did the parent volunteer scheme become an arms race?
Q: Would you volunteer your time and effort to get your child into a primary school of your choice?
The host frames the question; the guest explains that volunteering is entwined with broader policy goals and that the current system rewards families with time, resources, and social capital, leading to inequality.
S2E74: Why eldest daughters carry so much weight: An Asian perspective
Q: What were some of the key arguments that the book makes that affirm the way you feel as an eldest daughter?
The guest discusses guilt from being physically distant from family, the sense that responsibility extends beyond the home into work and daily life, and how gendered expectations shape behavior and life choices, including the idea that being an eldest daughter inherently carries a heavier load due to societal norms rather than medical definitions.
S1E76: Think you're safe from cyber crooks? Why 99% of companies are exposed
Q: What is the single most critical action for boards, small businesses, and everyday users right now?
For boards, focus on how quickly they can detect and contain a cyber incident and recover; for SMEs, adopt affordable, fundamental controls and understand the four core risk vectors; for individuals, enable two-factor authentication and maintain basic good practices.

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A multidisciplinary series featuring experts, policymakers, academics, and industry leaders discusses current affairs with a focus on Singapore, regional geopolitics, health, technology, and social issues. Episodes commonly explore policy implications, research insights, and real-world impacts, often weaving in nuanced perspectives from government, academia, journalism, and business. A notable strength is the ability to pair technical depth with accessible storytelling, making complex topics like AV regulation, education policy, urban housing, and environmental governance relevant to both professionals and engaged citizens. The show frequently hosts cross-disciplinary discussions, encouraging readers to consider policy trade-offs, ethical q... more

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1. Stefanie Yuen Thio
2. Shanice Stanislaus
3. Jason Tan
4. Dr. Neo Han Yee
5. Charmaine Sim
6. Lucas Bilbao
7. Kareem Ben Sharifa
8. Shuhei Yamashita

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