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The Straits Times Podcasts

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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

PublishesDailyEpisodes2023Founded7 years ago
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Success used to mean good grades, and then landing a good job. But is this changing?

Synopsis: Every month, The Straits Times takes a hard look at Singapore's social issues of the day with guests.

In this special edition of In Your Opinion - fil... more

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Recent Guests

Adella Yeo
Co-founder of MatcHub, works as an account manager in the tech industry
MatcHub
Episode: S1E53: Game of life: Must success always be about good grades and jobs?
Nabill Shukury
Part-time student at SUSS and co-founder of Cheekies, a healthy meal delivery service
Cheekies
Episode: S1E53: Game of life: Must success always be about good grades and jobs?
Aslam Sardar
Chief Executive Officer of the Institute for Human Resource Professionals
Institute for Human Resource Professionals
Episode: S2E16: Will working in the office 5 days a week return?
Danny Yeo
A freelance actor and active retiree, who engages in gardening and cycling.
Episode: S2E6: 65 going 85, how old is too old to drive a car?
M R Narayan Swamy
Veteran South Asian journalist and author
Episode: S2E28: “I called Sri Lanka’s Tamil Tiger supremo Prabhakaran a megalomaniac": Author
Tin Pei Ling
Member of Parliament for MacPherson, and youngest MP in Singapore's history.
People's Action Party
Episode: S1E34: How MP Tin Pei Ling continues to serve residents amid public scrutiny
Kenneth Tan
An expert from OCBC who provides insights on financing education
OCBC
Episode: S2E15: Should I do a master’s?
Charmaine Yee
Studied MSc in Wealth Management and now works in private equity
Episode: S2E15: Should I do a master’s?
Dr. Felicia Chin
An obstetrician and gynecologist at Gynae Onco Partners
Gynae Onco Partners at the Mouth Elizabeth Hospital
Episode: S1E135: HPV self-sampling to screen for cervical cancer

Hosts

Audrey Tan
Co-host and Assistant News Editor at The Straits Times who oversees coverage of environment issues and co-host of Green Pulse.
Lin Suling
Host of Asian Insider, focusing on discussions regarding Asian politics and issues.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 80 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
    Singapore3 years ago
  • Combine series 1 and unknown series

    Great podcast! Please combine the above two mentioned series.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    edwingoh6
    Singapore7 years ago

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#242
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Apple Podcasts
#3
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Apple Podcasts
#17
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#61
Indonesia/News/News Commentary
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#65
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S1E38: Partners in life and politics: PSP’s Hazel Poa and Tony Tan on GE2025
Q: What do you mean by the last chapter of your life?
Realizing it's time to serve the people and give back to society.
S1E38: Partners in life and politics: PSP’s Hazel Poa and Tony Tan on GE2025
Q: Hazel, what was the biggest lesson you took away from running in 2011?
You want to be truthful to yourself and not just seek votes.
S1E37: On to his 9th GE: Shanmugam on his 37 years in politics
Q: What do you think about having more opposition in Parliament?
While some people want more opposition, it should relate to whether it contributes to better governance.
S1E37: On to his 9th GE: Shanmugam on his 37 years in politics
Q: Do you think governance has become more difficult over the years?
Yes, with higher expectations, a complex population, and increasingly diverse viewpoints, managing governance has become more challenging.
S1E37: On to his 9th GE: Shanmugam on his 37 years in politics
Q: How do you see the differences between young voters today compared to when you started in politics?
Young people today want to express themselves and be heard, similar to the past. Their priorities do change with age, but the need to voice concerns remains.

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This podcast features a variety of discussions centered on the unique perspectives of Singaporean youth and the significant social issues impacting the community. Emphasizing themes of geopolitics, health, climate change, personal finance, and career development, the series showcases engaging dialogues with experts in various fields. The diverse topics are explored in-depth, often featuring notable politicians, academics, and industry leaders who provide insights pertinent to both local and Southeast Asian contexts. Its distinctive approach to amplifying youth voices, along with a focus on pressing contemporary issues, makes the content particularly relevant for listeners seeking to understand Singapore's role in a rapidly changing global l... more

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2. Nabill Shukury
3. Aslam Sardar
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6. Tin Pei Ling
7. Kenneth Tan
8. Charmaine Yee

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