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The Usual Place

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Synopsis: Join host and correspondent Natasha Ann Zachariah every Thursday, as she unpacks the latest current affairs with guests.

Podcaster: Natasha Ann Zachariah

Executive producer: Danson Cheong

A podcast by The Straits Times, SPH Media

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Singapore’s Transboundary Haze Pollution Act (THPA) has been criticised for being toothless, but is that criticism fair?

And if the anti-haze law is not working, can Singapore take Indonesia to the International Court of Justice?

As Singapore fin... more

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In the first two months after the Online Safety Commission (OSC) started operations, the agency handled more than 500 reports of online harms. Doxing and online harassment made up the bulk of eligible reports.

The OSC is a new avenue - it launched ... more

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Will COE prices for cars fall if there is just one COE category for cars, with a tiered surcharge or rebate depending on the vehicle’s open market value?

These are some changes that the Land Transport Authority (LTA) proposed on Oct 8, as part of a... more

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Parents have long complained that the education system in Singapore is too stressful for children.

To address their concerns, the Ministry of Education has made policy changes over the years, including scrapping PSLE T-scores and removing weighted ... more

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Recent Guests

Lee Nian Tjoe
Senior transport correspondent at The Straits Times.
The Straits Times
Episode: S1E114: Will LTA’s proposed changes fix the COE system?
Timothy Wong
National University of Singapore associate professor researching transportation and urban economics.
National University of Singapore
Episode: S1E114: Will LTA’s proposed changes fix the COE system?
Jacqueline Ho
Assistant Professor of Sociology, Singapore Management University
Singapore Management University
Episode: S1E113: Ex-RI teacher and sociologist unpack Singapore’s primary school race
Prab Nathan
Property agent with experience advising parents on school proximity
Real estate industry
Episode: S1E113: Ex-RI teacher and sociologist unpack Singapore’s primary school race
Clement Neo
Researcher at SASH; founder of Neo Research
SASH; Neo Research; Singapore AI Safety Institute
Episode: S1E112: Something bigger will have to happen before people take AI safety seriously: AI safety researcher
Debby Lim
Senior partner, Dentons Rodyk, Litigation and Dispute Resolution; co-head of restructuring insolvency and bankruptcy
Dentons Rodyk
Episode: S1E111: True Fitness closure: Why most members will get $0 back
Jeremy Ko
Entrepreneur in the sports and fitness industry with multiple gym ventures
Independent entrepreneur / multiple gym concepts
Episode: S1E111: True Fitness closure: Why most members will get $0 back
Bhavan Jaipragas
Straits Times senior columnist who wrote on ministerial salaries
The Straits Times
Episode: S1E110: Singapore ministerial pay debate: Paying top talent competitive salaries is in the ‘soul of the PAP’
Rebecca Grace Tan
Senior lecturer in political science at the National University of Singapore
National University of Singapore
Episode: S1E110: Singapore ministerial pay debate: Paying top talent competitive salaries is in the ‘soul of the PAP’

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Natasha Ann Zachariah
Host of The Usual Place with The Straits Times; executive producer: Danson Cheong

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S1E114: Will LTA’s proposed changes fix the COE system?
Q: Should we hold and wait for an announcement to come, or should I buy a car now?
Timothy Wong says predicting the better time to buy is difficult, while Lee Nian Tjoe recommends considering personal needs and budget rather than trying to time the policy change.
S1E114: Will LTA’s proposed changes fix the COE system?
Q: Will COEs come down from their current prices if the categories just become one category?
Timothy Wong says prices should not be expected to fall because the number of COEs available is unchanged; merging the pools could even push prices somewhat higher.
S1E115: This man can order TikTok and Facebook to take posts down - Singapore's online safety commissioner
Q: Why create a brand-new commission instead of just beefing up existing powers?
Before OSC, harms were tackled by separate channels (police for criminal offenses, civil remedies under other acts), but there was no direct mechanism to compel platforms to remove content; OSC centralizes and accelerates takedowns and offers a self-help path for individuals.
S1E115: This man can order TikTok and Facebook to take posts down - Singapore's online safety commissioner
Q: Some Singaporeans might not be familiar with it yet. So, can you tell me a little bit about what the commission does?
The OSC provides relief to victims by removing harmful material from the online space, achieved by issuing directions to platforms and other online communicators to take action quickly; non-compliance is a criminal offense.
S1E113: Ex-RI teacher and sociologist unpack Singapore’s primary school race
Q: Is it a smart decision to move for a child's school, given long-term considerations and budgets?
It depends on the family's resources and risk tolerance; some prioritize proximity and stability, others invest heavily in tuition and housing to secure perceived opportunities, which can create long-term financial strain if not planned for.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Usual Place

What is The Usual Place about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A sharp, policy-leaning current affairs show that routinely brings in experts from law, politics, business, education, healthcare, and social services to unpack Singapore's evolving landscape. Episodes frequently analyze governance decisions, labor market shifts, education pressures, public safety, and social cohesion, pairing data-driven insights with practical implications for individuals, businesses, and policymakers. Listeners can expect candid discussions about reform, regulatory changes, and the real-world impact of national strategies, often accompanied by personal anecdotes that illuminate how policies play out in families and workplaces. A notable strength is the ability to translate complex issues—from cabinet reshuffles to inter-... more

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