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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

PublishesDailyEpisodes2227Founded8 years ago
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Latest Episodes

It's all about the secret sauce and that sauce could be mayonnaise. The 2026 World Cup in North America just around the corner.

The Straits Times collaborated with Money FM 89.3’s Sports Minutes to invite nine fans in Singapore - who hail from part... more

Being uber-responsible, people-pleasing and a perfectionist are traits that first-born girls in Asia purportedly have.

Synopsis: Every first Friday of the month, The Straits Times catches up with its foreign correspondents about life and trends in t... more

A recent Straits Times survey of 1,000 unmarried people explained why the dating scene is so bleak: it’s hard to meet new people, dating can be expensive and there are unrealistic expectations of love and relationships.

In this episode, Natasha cha... more

In an age where information is readily available and where we're fed an unending stream of content, have we lost our sense of wonder?

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

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Recent Guests

Gaurav Keerthi
Former Brigadier General in the SAF; Deputy Commissioner of the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore; founder of StrongKeep
StrongKeep
Episode: S1E76: Think you're safe from cyber crooks? Why 99% of companies are exposed
Dr. Julia Lam
Consultant forensic psychologist who assesses people who have committed offenses like sexual crimes
Independent/Consultant
Episode: S1E96: Singapore forensic psychologist explains why voyeurs and molesters commit crimes
Lim Shoon Yin
Executive director of Singapore Women's Rights Group AWARE
AWARE
Episode: S1E96: Singapore forensic psychologist explains why voyeurs and molesters commit crimes
Marcelo Ang
Professor, NUS Mechanical Engineering Department, Advanced Robotics Centre
National University of Singapore
Episode: S1E75: Autonomous Vehicles in SG: Are we ready to surrender the wheel to AI?
Andrew Marko
Local theatre actor and performer with an interest in character transformation
Theatre/acting community
Episode: S2E42: Feel like you are not good enough? Here’s what you can do
Ang Boon Min
Chief Executive Officer of the Singapore Children's Society
Singapore Children's Society
Episode: S1E95: Is caning an appropriate way to discipline school bullies?
Peter Chew
Associate Professor of Psychology at James Cook University Singapore
James Cook University Singapore
Episode: S1E74: 12-year-olds in therapy - the silent rise in youth porn addiction
Han Shen Lin
China Managing Director for the Asia Group Strategic Advisory, NYU Shanghai finance lecturer, USMC veteran
Asia Group Strategic Advisory; NYU Shanghai
Episode: S2E73: No big, fat hugs: Trump, Xi will have a summit of careful smiles
Lina Noorhazlina Ali
Assistant Professor, Senior Consultant and Head of the Department of Geriatric Medicine
Tan Tock Seng Hospital
Episode: S1E149: Slow ageing with exercise and diet: Geriatrician's tips

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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Listeners appreciate credible guests and nuanced policy discussions.
Episodes are timely and cover a broad range of topics from governance to health.
The show balances depth with accessibility, making complex issues understandable.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#118
Singapore/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#2
Singapore/News/News Commentary
Apple Podcasts
#17
South Korea/News/News Commentary
Apple Podcasts
#23
Singapore/News
Apple Podcasts
#36
Denmark/News/News Commentary
Apple Podcasts
#94
India/News/News Commentary

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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.
S1E76: Think you're safe from cyber crooks? Why 99% of companies are exposed
Q: Are directors stepping up in Singapore's boardrooms, and how has CSA's warning about AI threats influenced governance?
Directors have started to step up, with boards increasingly asking high-level risk questions and seeking better governance rather than focusing on specific tools; CSA's warning has prompted more attention to AI-driven threats and the need for preparedness.
S2E42: Feel like you are not good enough? Here’s what you can do
Q: What is the practical way to begin acting like the confident person you want to be?
Visualize the success, start with small, doable steps, and implement a continuous feedback loop to slowly shift behavior and beliefs.
S2E42: Feel like you are not good enough? Here’s what you can do
Q: How do you get into a character when it is not you, and how does that relate to changing yourself?
The guest describes shifting internal states by aligning external actions with an internal self-image, using small, sustainable steps and present-moment awareness to recreate the felt sense of a desired identity.
S1E74: 12-year-olds in therapy - the silent rise in youth porn addiction
Q: What are the practical steps for schools and families to approach conversations about sex and pornography?
First, parents and schools should initiate open, literacy-based discussions; use media literacy to debunk myths, provide comprehensive sex education, and ensure content is evidence-based and non-religion-centric while keeping it age-appropriate.

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What is The Straits Times Podcasts about and what kind of topics does it cover?

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. Gaurav Keerthi
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3. Lim Shoon Yin
4. Marcelo Ang
5. Andrew Marko
6. Ang Boon Min
7. Peter Chew
8. Han Shen Lin

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