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The Straits Times Podcasts

The Straits Times
Singapore
China
Climate Change
Mental Health
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Taiwan
Southeast Asia
United States
Workers' Party
Japan
General Election 2025
Donald Trump
Social Media
People's Action Party
Renewable Energy
Malaysia
Public Transport
Covid-19
India
Community Engagement

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

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Daphne Tan
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Debarshi Dasgupta
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Eddy Cheong
CEO of Havend, insurance advisory firm
Havend
Episode: S1E89: New IP rider rules just kicked in. Are you actually better or worse off?
Yip Hon Weng
Member of Parliament for Yio Chu Kang SMC
Singapore Parliament
Episode: S1E89: New IP rider rules just kicked in. Are you actually better or worse off?
Professor Lily Kong
President of the Singapore Management University
Singapore Management University
Episode: S1E69: Does a degree still guarantee a good full-time job?

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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Apple Podcasts
#146
Singapore/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#3
Singapore/News/News Commentary
Apple Podcasts
#26
Singapore/News
Apple Podcasts
#60
Japan/News/News Commentary
Apple Podcasts
#75
India/News/News Commentary
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#91
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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.
S1E89: New IP rider rules just kicked in. Are you actually better or worse off?
Q: Can you walk us through the changes and what this means for someone with an IP rider?
The MOH changes eliminate the ability of IP riders to cover the deductibles, increasing out-of-pocket costs for hospital visits, but premiums may drop by roughly 30%. The aim is to curb over-consumption and lower the overall system cost. Consumers should assess their health needs, affordability, and whether a rider still makes sense for them.
S1E69: Does a degree still guarantee a good full-time job?
Q: With AI changing the nature of work, what is one thing educators and SMU are doing differently to prepare graduates for the third-year job and beyond?
SMU is increasing experiential learning, co-creating programs with employers (like health economics with SING Health), and embedding AI literacy into the core curriculum to develop judgment and adaptability beyond just getting good prompts from AI tools.
S1E69: Does a degree still guarantee a good full-time job?
Q: What struck me in the refresh SMU vision and mission unveiled last year, and how does SMU differ from Western models in preparing students for a changing world?
SMU emphasizes a broad-based, holistic education with internship and real-world co-creation, and it aims to build students' ability to connect across disciplines, reflecting societal needs rather than adhering to a single traditional model.

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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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2. Sheana Yue
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