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The Straits Times Podcasts

The Straits Times
Singapore
Climate Change
China
Mental Health
Artificial Intelligence
Taiwan
Southeast Asia
United States
Workers' Party
Japan
Social Media
Donald Trump
People's Action Party
Renewable Energy
General Election 2025
India
Budget 2026
Financial Planning
Cost Of Living
Entrepreneurship

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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Chandran Nair
Hong Kong–based founder and CEO of GIFT (Global Institute for Tomorrow)
Global Institute for Tomorrow
Episode: S2E72: What cues India can take from China to fix its foul air and water
Choon Ting Weber
CEO and Chief Investment Officer of MoneyOwl
MoneyOwl (Tumastik Trust)
Episode: S1E94: Sky high condo prices: are sales being funded by parents' retirement savings?
Marcus Chu
Chief Executive of ERA Singapore, real estate executive with three decades in the industry
ERA Singapore
Episode: S1E73: What's the property agent's role in this age of AI?
Nathania Ong
Musical theatre actress
Les Misérables West End cast (Singaporean star)
Episode: S2E41: Singapore's Les Miserables star Nathania Ong on what it cost to chase her dreams
Aw Cheng Wei
Chongqing-based correspondent for The Straits Times
The Straits Times
Episode: S2E71: The mystery of Chongqing grilled fish’s origin story - and why it matters
Jasmin Lau
Minister of State for Education
Singapore Ministry of Education
Episode: S1E93: Are people not having children because of PSLE stress and the education arms race?
Vivien Lim
Mother of three, model parent for government outreach
Private individual
Episode: S1E93: Are people not having children because of PSLE stress and the education arms race?
Shannon Teoh
Malaysia Bureau Chief, The Straits Times
The Straits Times / SPH Media
Episode: S2E70: 'Corporate mafia’: The scandal that Malaysia can no longer ignore
Latheefa Koya
Lawyer, human rights activist, executive director of Lawyers for Liberty
Lawyers for Liberty
Episode: S2E70: 'Corporate mafia’: The scandal that Malaysia can no longer ignore

Hosts

David Fogarty
Co-host of Green Pulse, focusing on environmental issues and sustainable development.
Audrey Tan
Co-host of Green Pulse, engaging in discussions about policy and sustainability.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 88 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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S2E72: What cues India can take from China to fix its foul air and water
Q: Can China help India fix its bad air and water, given the cross-border nature of pollution?
External help has limits; India must implement its own governance reforms, but China's experience shows what is possible with a strong state, robust enforcement, and scalable technology—though the political system in India remains the decisive factor.
S2E72: What cues India can take from China to fix its foul air and water
Q: Do you think India could do better about pricing its precious resources, such as water, properly to minimize the waste?
Pricing must be done to reflect true costs and incentivize conservation, including differential pricing for households and industries, while using the revenue to fund sewerage and infrastructure to support sustainable use.
S2E40: Sing Song Social Club founder Aarika Lee on the magic of community
Q: Where should someone start if they want to find their own community?
Set a clear intention for what you want to gain and be open to starting small, accepting that it might take a few tries to find the right fit, and that imperfection is part of the process.
S1E89: New IP rider rules just kicked in. Are you actually better or worse off?
Q: What should individuals do next when evaluating their IP plans?
Speak to a trusted advisor, use health literacy tools like Medisave planners, perform a needs-based assessment, and consider a five-step process: health care expectations, affordability, rider necessity, risk tolerance, and potential downgrades as they age.
S1E89: New IP rider rules just kicked in. Are you actually better or worse off?
Q: What does this mean for seniors who previously relied on generous IP riders?
Seniors may find it advantageous to drop or downgrade riders if they are healthy, but they should carefully weigh the higher co-payments and deductible exposure against potential premium savings, and consider utilizing public subsidies or Medisave where feasible.

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Content primarily revolves around discussions that cater to various aspects of Singaporean life and wider Asian social issues. Frequent topics include technology, education, health, climate change, and economic policies, allowing for in-depth discussions that often feature insights from experts across different fields. Notably, there is a strong emphasis on local perspectives coupled with broader geopolitical analyses, making the content especially relevant for listeners interested in understanding Singapore's role in global contexts and the impact of domestic and regional policies. Episodes range from explorations of tech entrepreneurship to discussions on mental health and parenting, appealing to a diverse audience.

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1. Chandran Nair
2. Choon Ting Weber
3. Marcus Chu
4. Nathania Ong
5. Aw Cheng Wei
6. Jasmin Lau
7. Vivien Lim
8. Shannon Teoh

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