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In this episode, Danny looks into the latest food trend, suan la fen, and finds something really weird about the whole thing. Youtube videos included trying internet famous noodles 酸辣粉!!! | HONEST REVIEW

With the help of journalist and self-declared news junkie Bill Poorman, we try to understand the relentlessly depressing nature of negative news. Misinformation, corruption, natural disasters, global warming, and viral pandemics, when will it ever end? Why does everything seem to be so negative? And what if anything, can we do about it? Tune in to find out more. Check out Bill's podcast Foreign Influence here. No more depressing than negative news, I promise. Sources Ted Turner CNN's first broadcast: June 1, 1980 CNN's doomsday video leaks to the Internet This Is The Video CNN Will Play When The World Ends Reese's Pieces: Mr. Schonfeld, Forgotten Founder of CNN American Television News: The Media Marketplace and the Public Interest: The Media Marketplace and the Public Interest Titanic: The Band That Played on The Local News Business Model What's the Best Business Model for Newspapers? Captain Planet Theme Song Music Music was sourced from the artist Podington Bear under the Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial 3.0 License. Tracks used are listed below, and you can find out more about Podington Bear through www.soundofpicture.com. Social Medias: Economical Rice Podcast Facebook: facebook.com/economicalricepodcast Instagram: instagram.com/economicalricepodcast Fabl Productions Facebook: facebook.com/fablproductions Instagram: instagram.com/fablproductions Twitter: twitter.com/podcastrice LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/danny-chrisnanto-koordi --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

Hello, and welcome back to another episode of the Economical Rice Podcast. Today's show continues from the previous one. Where I had pledged to put in more effort on Social Media, there was always one obstacle that I could never really get around, LinkedIn.  The thing was, I could never understand those people with the incredibly polished profiles, headers, summaries, and endless lists of articles. It didn't seem real, how could anyone write themselves up in that way that made them seem like a complete narcissist? How does the website get by as a thinly-veiled excuse for an ego-trip? And so, curious as ever, I dug a little deeper into the LinkedIn story, and discovered that the 'monster' that had created this entire website, wasn't really much of a monster at all.  For links to the sources and music used in this episode, please head over to www.economicalricepodcast.com Social Medias: Economical Rice Podcast Facebook: facebook.com/economicalricepodcast Instagram: instagram.com/economicalricepodcast Fabl Productions Facebook: facebook.com/fablproductions Instagram: instagram.com/fablproductions Twitter: twitter.com/podcastrice LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/danny-chrisnanto-koordi --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

Hello, and welcome back to another episode of the Economical Rice Podcast. Today’s show continues from the previous one. Where I had pledged to put […] Read More The post How to be less cringey on LinkedIn…I think? appeared first on Economical Rice Podcast.

Welcome back to the podcast! In the previous episode we talked about a shift in the direction that this podcast is taking, and this episode is the first step towards that. Since we are still fresh into 2020 and we are still clinging desperately to our New Year's Resolutions, I figured that I would share mine, which is simply "Go and Get Better at Social Media Dude."  I have long realized that I suck at social media, but since I have resolved myself into the podcasting world, this cannot persist, and through this episode I will be documenting my attempts at driving more likes / engagements / leads / shares / whatever. Also, because I am so bad at this, I sought some advice from the awesome Lauren Ong (who has her own podcast called #TRYEVERYTHING that I help to produce), who reviewed my social media, gave me some tips, and called my show the cai png podcast.  Anyway, hope you enjoy! I will be sharing my progress and the things I do through this podcast and on my social media pages as well, so do follow if you're interested, links are below. P.S. If this episode has somehow inspired you to get better at social media, then tag me, and and we can all try harder together =) Social Medias: Danny Economical Rice Podcast Facebook: facebook.com/economicalricepodcast Instagram: instagram.com/economicalricepodcast Fabl Productions Facebook: facebook.com/fablproductions Instagram: instagram.com/fablproductions Twitter: twitter.com/podcastrice LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/danny-chrisnanto-koordi Lauren Ong Facebook: facebook.com/ONGHUIYI Instagram: instagram.com/ongbiwankenobi/ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/ohylauren/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

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Hello, hello, hello! It's good to be back. For this short episode, I do a mini recap of 2019, as well as talk about the direction for this show going into the new decade. Hope you enjoy and thanks for listening! You can view the list of episodes and media referenced on our show notes at www.economicalricepodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

Hello, hello, hello! It’s good to be back. For this short episode, I do a mini recap of 2019, as well as talk about the […] Read More The post New Year, New Decade, and a Pivot appeared first on Economical Rice Podcast.

Well guess who did... Music: Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://www.twinmusicom.org/song/289/hat-the-jazz Artist: http://www.twinmusicom.org Old Bossa by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://www.twinmusicom.org/ Front Porch Sitter by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/ Sweet Tides by LATASHÁ OB1 by RalphReal Float by Emily A. Sprague Fjell by Blue Dot Sessions Also, I am now part of the WhatPods community, if you are a host, drop by and say hi! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

Well guess who did… Music Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://www.twinmusicom.org/song/289/hat-the-jazz Artist: http://www.twinmusicom.org Old […] Read More The post Would you fly 30 hours for love? appeared first on Economical Rice Podcast.

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As of the 1st of November 2019, it has officially been 1 month since I’ve left my job as an auditor. This is my story […] Read More The post I left my corporate job, and this is my story appeared first on Economical Rice Podcast.

Link to trailer: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4H6pbaBfdovMjOdFiPSjFG Link to launch event: https://sum8.peatix.com/ I know that these announcement episodes are a little bit annoying but please bear with me, I just want to help this new project get off the ground running, after this announcement I probably wont be sharing stuff about the Screwed Up Moments podcast on this feed anymore, so if you want to keep updated on that you can either subscribe to the channels or follow me or Happiness Initiative on Social Media. And yeah, that's about it, this has been your host Danny, signing out. You can check out Happiness Initiative at www.happinessinitiative.com or @happinessinitiative.sg on instagram. You can listen to the Screwed Up Moments podcast through these links: Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/6P1zEbQap9qVIojDY24SA5 Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/sg/podcast/scre…ts/id1478594702 Castbox: castbox.fm/ch/2322216 Google Podcasts: www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR…0L3BvZGNhc3QvcnNz Stitcher: www.stitcher.com/podcast/happines…ments?refid=stpr --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

Hey guys, Danny here with another quick announcement for the Screwed Up Moments Podcast. So, 2 things: the full trailer is now live on the […] Read More The post Screwed Up Moments Podcast Full Trailer + Live Launch Event appeared first on Economical Rice Podcast.

In case you missed the announcement on social media, we have teamed up with the local social enterprise enterprise Happiness Initiative to produce a brand new podcast, Screwed Up Moments! In this brief episode I go through how this all came about, what to expect, and also give a little sneak preview of the pilot episode. More updates coming soon. You can check out Happiness Initiative at www.happinessinitiative.com or @happinessinitiative.sg on instagram. You can listen to the Screwed Up Moments podcast through these links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6P1zEbQap9qVIojDY24SA5 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/sg/podcast/screwed-up-moments/id1478594702 Castbox: https://castbox.fm/ch/2322216 Google Podcasts: https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy9kZTc4MTM0L3BvZGNhc3QvcnNz Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/happiness-initiative/screwed-up-moments?refid=stpr --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

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Welcome to the 16th podcast episode of this side series, the Podcast Spotlight. In this special episode, Effy Yu (wife of the host) interviews Danny Koordi (usual host) about his podcasting journey and what goes on behind the scenes of the Economical Rice Podcast. If you don't know much about the Economical Rice Podcast and the type of content that we produce, then this episode wouldn't probably be the best place to start. However, for long time listeners curious about what goes on behind the scenes of producing the episodes, then this episode would be the best place to get insight. I've been on several other podcasts to talk about the podcast, and over the course of my podcasting journey I've been asked on numerous occasions about how I got started and how I produce my show, but oddly enough this interview with Effy interviewing me is likely the most comprehensive set of answers that I've ever given. For casual listeners this won't really make much sense other than to get a deeper perspective from the producer's side of the podcast, but if you are a budding podcaster there might be some bits of insight that could help you along your own journey. For what it's worth, if you ever do produce a show, please, please, please, send me a link, I'd love to check it out. =) Some of the episodes we talked about include: The Economics of: Freezing Office Air Conditioning PS#6 Ling Ling talks about The Human Voice and Duolingo P.S. ALSO, I do drop a few updates regarding the podcast, what's been happening, what's going to happen, etc, at the end, so if you are listening I hope you will look out for that. 99% Invisible In this podcast spotlight, I recommended 99% Invisible, a prominent showpiece of the stellar Radiotopia network. The premise of this show is simple. In each episode, enigmatic and super nerdy host Roman Mars (pictured above) looks into how elements of design are integrated into our daily lives. On the surface they are deep dives into why buildings or roads are structured a certain way, the practicality and functionality of household items like clothing and furniture, and so on. But at its core, much like the vaunted Freakonomics, 99% Invisible is more than just about the esoteric or hidden nature of its subject matter. In fact, I would argue that the real strength of the show is in it's storytelling ability. How it finds relatable threads through every episode, how it weaves rich narratives, and how it is able to hook in any listener from the seemingly niche topic of design. Besides this, the execution is what I would consider as the Podcasting Gold Standard in narrative storytelling. Each episode is interspersed with all these moving parts of sound beds, sound effects, music, interviews, producer discussions that I'm somewhat baffled about how it all comes together in such a clean and polished way. This is one of the podcasts that fed my early craze with the medium, and truthfully speaking I really couldn't have stumbled across a better option out there. In fact, the episode that I recommend here is one of my all time favorite podcast episodes, and it is exemplary of all the things that I've mentioned above. I'm surprised that it took 16 editions of the podcast spotlight before we finally go to 99% Invisible, but I'm glad to be the one to introduce it nonetheless. Music by: Pandrezz: Takin' you for a ride Broke for Free: Beyond Dazed --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

Welcome to the 16th podcast episode of this side series, the Podcast Spotlight. In this special episode, Effy Yu (wife of the host) interviews Danny […] Read More The post PS#16 Danny Koordi gets interviewed on his own show appeared first on Economical Rice Podcast.

In this special episode of the Economical Rice Podcast, we leap back to the realm of Audio Dramas... somewhat. So what happened was I came across this article on Medium titled How Do You Take The Leap From Your 9–5? Follow These 7 Steps written by Nicolas Cole, thought it was fantastic, and figured maybe an audio adaption would really accentuate the message. If you are currently thinking about leaving your 9-5 to pursue a different career path, then you should definitely give this article a read. Otherwise, you can click on the audio player, put your phone in your pocket, and go about the rest of your day. Article: https://medium.com/@nicolascole77/how-do-you-take-the-leap-from-your-9-5-follow-these-7-steps-3eba42baa9d7 Music: Music used in this episode was provided by Blue Dot sessions. Below are the specific tracks listed chronologically: Scraper Greylock The Yards Pxl Cray Downhill Racer Stakes and Things Cover image credit: Vlad Bagacian --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

In this special episode of the Economical Rice Podcast, we leap back to the realm of Audio Dramas… somewhat. So what happened was I came across […] Read More The post The Leap appeared first on Economical Rice Podcast.

Welcome to the 15th podcast episode of this side series, the Podcast Spotlight. In this episode, we talk with Gary Tan, local comedian and host of the podcast Not Again Podcast.  DISCLAIMER: This is not your typical Podcast Spotlight interview. Not Again Podcast Gary is... quite a character. Not in the sense of someone who is overtly eccentric or bizarre, but more so that he comes off as vulnerable. Too vulnerable. Almost uncomfortably so. It is a trait that he has adopted as part of his comedy routine, baring himself on stage - failures and disappointments in abundance - all in a bid to make it in the industry. And unsurprisingly, his podcast is also presented in much the same vein. Primarily, it is a conversational podcast. One where Gary brings on a guest for each episode, from musicians, comedians, to authors, and gets them to open up about their lives. In this sense, this is not your typical interview show. More than just light-hearted filler and self-promotion, the topics often delve to hard hitting areas like dealing with failure, struggling for success, and basically just trying to survive in a world that is often harsh and difficult. Often times listeners will find this style uncomfortable, if only because it forces self-reflection and honest admission. But rarely will you find Gary putting on a f ront or diverging from this convention. And in his own way he stands out by being vulnerable and being himself, as himself as he possibly muster. Personally speaking, I cannot stand for this sort of style, being a strong advocate for how the story is being conveyed as much as the what. Listening to Gary however, I will admit that I have had second thoughts about this. All things considered in the big ocean of podcasting, this may be a bold strategy, but I doubt that Gary would have it any other way. The Breakdown In this podcast spotlight, Gary introduces us to The Breakdown, an interview podcast hosted by British comedian Jamali Maddix. Truthfully speaking, there is nothing inspiring about the podcast. In terms of style and structure it is similar to any number of interview/conversational style podcasts from other comedians such as BertCast with Bert Kreischer, Unqualified by Anna Farris, or WTF by Marc Maron. The one saving feature about this particular podcast perhaps, is that it specializes within the UK comedy scene. Therefore, if you are interested in learning more about the lives and careers of British comedians such as Mo Gilligan, Tom Davis, or Stewart Lee, which we discussed for this episode, then this could be the show for you.  Perhaps because of the ubiquity of shows like The Breakdown, the conversation with Gary rarely stayed on the actual podcast itself. Rather, as Gary himself is privy to from his own show, we dove into the deeper tangents: the struggles of the working world, dealing with competition and jealousy within the industry, and so on. As I've warned at the top of the page, this is not your typical podcast spotlight interview. You have been warned. Music by Pandrezz: Takin' you for a ride Special thanks to Gary Tan for taking the time to do this interview. It was quite an experience trying out the conversational style for a change and opening up more during the interview. Also, fun fact, this interview was recorded back in March, and some of the topics discussed around work foreshadows more recent episodes of the Economical Rice Podcast such as In the Pursuit of Happiness and Meaning, Purpose, and the Singapore Dream. Yeah... Just some context in case you were wondering where those episodes came from. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

Welcome to the 15th podcast episode of this side series, the Podcast Spotlight. In this episode, we talk with Gary Tan, local comedian and host […] Read More The post PS#15 Gary Tan talks about Comedy, vulnerability, and The Breakdown appeared first on Economical Rice Podcast.

As Singapore celebrates the Bicentennial with a flurry of cultural exhibitions and events, a controversy brews over a piece of commemorative currency. Within the first day of the Monetary Authority of Singapore's issuance of the commemorative $20 note, news reports flood in with stories of snaking queues, diminishing supplies, and online re-sellers - the most infamous one being a single $20 note listed for sale at $988. But is there more to the story than just a case of crazy delusional buyers and crazy delusional sellers? In this episode, we dig into the situation to try and make sense of the matter. Can you sell a $20 note for $988? How do you even begin to sell a $20 note for $988? And who's buying these $988 $20 notes anyway? Tune in to find out. This episode was made possible with the help of: Episode guests Mae Xee, Li Anne, and Devin, and Episode sponsor Sudio Tolv Links to the music and research used in this episode can be found at www.economicalricepodcast.com Image credit: tanwj.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

Welcome to the 14th podcast episode of this side series, the Podcast Spotlight. In this episode, we talk with Chris McMorran, associate professor at NUS, and producer/host of the local podcast Home on the Dot. This was probably one of the interviews that I really looked forward to. Not only is Chris an amazing guest who is incredibly insightful about his work, his podcast, Home on the Dot, is easily one of my local favorites. Being a cultural geographer by trade, Chris is always curious about the quirks and habits that permeate places. And in Singapore, he found himself a goldmine, so much so that it led to the creation of his podcast, which explores the many facets of what makes Singapore home. These include episodes about our institutions like the army or HDB, as well as cultural behaviors such as burning paper houses for the dead or telling ghost stories. The episodes are well produced and told in a narrative storytelling style, and features plenty of interesting conversations and meaningful insights. If you are ever curious about the country you live in and the quirks that make it home, then this is the show for you. The episode we discussed in detail during the interview was a highlight of the season for me. Titled HomeWork Machine, it tells the story of a girl's association with her grandmother's sewing machine and how it defined home for her. The episode itself delves into the backstory of the sewing machine and how it helped raise a family through the years. In this podcast spotlight, Chris introduces us to Revisionist History, a podcast hosted by renown author Malcolm Gladwell and Pushkin Industries. In each episode, Gladwell takes a look back at some point in history to tell a different side to the story that is commonly told. These include deep dives into the US collegiate system, Jeff Buckley's hit song Hallelujah, and even Mcdonald's french fries. Each episode is masterfully produced with amazing music, guests, and audio quality, which allows the full range of Gladwell's passion and excitement to shine through. Gladwell is a fantastic author in his own right, but with a microphone, you get to hear an entirely different side of storytelling. This is about as close as you can get to a gold standard in the podcasting industry, so you should definitely check it out. The episode we discussed was the first in the Revisionist History series, titled The Lady Vanishes. It tells the story of a famous painting (Roll Call), the lady who painted it, and the peculiar phenomenon of moral licensing. Music by Pandrezz: Takin' you for a ride Special thanks to Chris McMorran for taking the time to do this interview. It was a pleasure learning more about how his show works and his passion for education, teaching, and learning. Shows like Home on the Dot and Revisionist History are some of the driving reasons behind starting the Economical Rice podcast. They take a facet of the world around you and present it through an entirely new lens. It is fuel for the curious and an absolute joy to listen to. Here's hoping for more stories to come in the future. If you liked this episode, please do a big favor by sharing it amongst your friends or by subscribing to the Economical Rice Podcast on iTunes, Soundcloud, or Spotify. All the links and details to the shows discussed in this episode will be available in the show notes on the website www.economicalricepodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

Finding meaning and purpose in your life can be difficult. What else can get you through those long hours at school or work, and what else can keep you going day after day. In Singapore however, we have cultural and institutional devices that aid in this regard, a hodgepodge of ideas that is perhaps best represented by the colloquial notion of the Singapore Dream. Get good grades, become a doctor or lawyer, buy a HDB, raise a family, obtain the 5Cs, and so on. But pursuing the Singapore Dream is not without its own trade-offs. And after spending most of your life chasing after someone else's dream, there comes a point where doubt creeps in, and you start to ask yourself Is it really worth it?  In this episode of the Economical Rice Podcast, we take a break from the conventional narrative interview format, and reflect on our paths in pursuit of the Singapore Dream. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This episode of the Economical Rice Podcast is proudly sponsored by the Sudio Tolv, the latest in line of cutting edge earphones by Swedish lifestyle brand Sudio. For their summer promotion, Sudio is offering free shipping on every purchase of the Tolv, and a free tote bag on every sale from 1 May to 31 July.  You can get a pair for yourself at https://www.sudio.com/sg/earphones Use discount code economicalricepodcast at checkout for 15% off. Music and research links are provided at www.economicalricepodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

Welcome to the 13th podcast episode of this side series, the Podcast Spotlight. In this episode, we talk with Tim Gibson, a lawyer, former broadcast journalist, and host of the U.S. based podcast The Cabinet. It was really quite insightful talking to Tim. And perhaps from his background doing broadcast journalism, you could easily sense the passion that he puts into his work on The Cabinet podcast. In his view, he wasn't interested in just making informational content or reading off of scripts as he used to do but instead wanted to build pictures, immerse the audience, and tell stories in a way akin to television for the mind. And this much is obvious from episodes such as Wolf of the Wasteland, which takes an internet rumor and paints a brilliant soundscape, rich with voice acting, sound effects, and a wholly immersive environment; while standout Wii Wee talks of a cautionary tale about the pursuit of material items for our loved ones amidst radio clips and unsettling music beds. These are episodes created with much detail, attention, and passion - and it is definitely worth a listen. Do check it out. Lore In this episode, Tim introduces us to Lore, an "award-winning, critically-acclaimed podcast about true life scary stories". According to their website, Lore examines the "darker side of history", but unlike similar narrative shows within the genre, host Aaron Manhke often abstracts from the story, poking at the underlying meaning of these tales, and what they say about society as a whole. These are prominent in episodes such as Disappointment or Carried Away, as well as on The Collection, which we talked about during the episode. If you're a fan of urban legends, creepy tales, ghost stories, and the supernatural, then you should definitely add this show to your listening list. Episode: Episode 106 The Collection Music by Pandrezz: Takin' you for a ride Special thanks to Tim Gibson for taking the time to come on this episode. I had a blast talking to Tim about his background and how he crafts his show, and frankly speaking I was kind of surprised. Instead of the serious, brooding, and grim persona that narrates The Cabinet, who I ended up talking to was a warm, gregarious, and earnest individual. Over the course of my time as a podcaster, I have time and time again come across people that I would have never expected to talk to, and from the point of view of a Singapore native interested in economics and a West Virginia native interested in spooky internet stories, this was undoubtedly one of those moments. If you liked this episode, please do a big favor by sharing it amongst your friends or by subscribing to the Economical Rice Podcast on iTunes, Soundcloud, or Spotify. All the links and details to the shows discussed in this episode will be available in the show notes on the website www.economicalricepodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

Life as a working adult can sometimes feel like you're drowning. In this episode, we talk to 2 guys who got up, quit their jobs, and did something about it. This episode was made possible with the help of our special guests, Simon Leow and Sherman Ho from the Happiness Initiative, and Choy Mae Xee for her cameo in the introduction. For links to the music used, head over to the website at www.economicalricepodcast.com Otherwise, you can reach me at: facebook.com/economicalricepodcast twitter.com/PodcastRice instagram.com/economicalricepodcast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

Welcome to the 12th podcast episode of this side series, the Podcast Spotlight. In this episode, we talk with Anngee Neo, digital marketer, content creator, and host of the Singapore based podcast Ae' Dossier. Shida Osman Talking with Shida was a bunch of fun. And she is every bit as colorful and lively as her main show Ae' Dossier, an educational monologue on niche topics like philosophy, language, or calendars. We discussed some of the reasons for starting her podcast, and some of the strategy behind her related content on Twitter and Instagram. Do check them out. Other People's Lives In this episode, Shida introduces us to Other People's Lives, a show hosted by Youtubers Joe Santagato and Greg Dybec with an incredibly simple premise. In each episode, a guest calls in to share something about their own lives, hence the name the show. Simple right?  Except, that each of these guests are...special in their own right. There was the guest who was a phone sex operator, another one was a professional ghost hunter, and in the episode that Shida and I discussed, the guest has a micropenis. Yup. Enjoy. Episode: I Have A Micropenis Music by Pandrezz: Takin' you for a ride Special thanks to Shida Osman for taking the time to come on this episode. It was really fun talking to Shida and learning more about her show given that it is a monologue and similar to what I do for the Economical Rice Podcast. The various sound effects and clips that she adds throughout, as well as the quick cuts and self-aware commentary does bring her show to life, and I look forward to what she will come up with next. If you liked this episode, please do a big favor by sharing it amongst your friends or by subscribing to the Economical Rice Podcast on iTunes, Soundcloud, or Spotify. All the links and details to the shows discussed in this episode will be available in the show notes on the website www.economicalricepodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

Bubble tea has had many twists and turns in its storied history within Singapore. In this episode, we leave the studio, drag 2 people along, and in the name of culinary cultural education, consume a month's worth of sugar in one afternoon. This episode was made possible with the help of - Devin Karan, - Effy Yu Bonanza hit list (in chronological order) - Tea valley -mango pearl - Sweettalk - strawberry milk tea - KOI Cafe - Pearl milk tea - Playmade - Tieguanyin Milk Tea with Chrysanthemum Bubbles - Woobee - Herbalmint Milk Tea (Pei Pa Koa) - Bobbi Frutti - Mermaid's Tears For links to the music used, head over to the website at www.economicalricepodcast.com Otherwise, you can reach me at: facebook.com/economicalricepodcast twitter.com/PodcastRice instagram.com/economicalricepodcast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

Welcome to the 11th podcast episode of this side series, the Podcast Spotlight. In this episode, we talk with Anngee Neo, freelance artist, design teacher, and co-host of the Singapore based podcast Longkang Kitties.  After 10 episodes of the series, we are moving ahead with a different format: Hour long episodes, 1st half guest background (and discussion about their podcast), 2nd half podcast recommendation. Anngee Neo Anngee is quite the character, and it was fun picking her brain as we jumped from topic to topic during the 1st half of this episode. We talked about her experience as being the only female on a podcast with 3 other males, shared stories about education in Singapore, and touched on her curious fascination with fish. It was a really enjoyable conversation, and I am grateful to Anngee for opening up and sharing her story. Critical Role In this episode, Anngee introduces us to the weird and wonderful world of Dungeons & Dragons podcasts with Critical Role. This is one of the better known series in the genre, led by the brilliant Matt Mercer, and features voice actors in its cast of players. It is sprawling, expansive, and immersive. Full of ups and downs, lefts and rights, tangents and through-lines; it really makes for quite the unique listening experience. A testament perhaps, to the simple power of words and our imagination. Just make sure you have 5 hours to spare to listen through each episode. Episode: Vox Machina EP. 26 - Consequences And Cows Music by Pandrezz: Takin' you for a ride Once again special thanks to Anngee Neo for taking the time to come on this episode. With this episode, the Economical Rice Podcast has now collaborated with each of the 4 hosts of the Longkang Kitties podcast. Fitting perhaps, considering how they were the first friends of the show in this tiny growing niche of ours. It has been a thoroughly enjoyable experience engaging and getting to know them, as well as the many friends through our community at Podcast SG. I very much look forward to many more collaborations ahead as we carve our own little space into the ears and minds of Singapore's airwaves. If you liked this episode, please do a big favor by sharing it amongst your friends or by subscribing to the Economical Rice Podcast on iTunes, Soundcloud, or Spotify. All the links and details to the shows discussed in this episode will be available in the show notes on the website www.economicalricepodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

Family businesses are important to any economy, but they rarely last beyond the 2nd or 3rd generation. In this episode, we talk to a family business expert and failure to understand why. This episode was made possible with the help of - Rochelle Clarke, founder and CEO of Succession Strength - Jerry Teo, freelance illustrator and creator of the Rex Regrets comics For more details on the guests and links to the music used, head over to the website at www.economicalricepodcast.com Otherwise, you can reach me at: facebook.com/economicalricepodcast twitter.com/PodcastRice instagram.com/economicalricepodcast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

Welcome to the 10th podcast episode of this side series, the Podcast Spotlight. In this episode, we talk with Rindo Ramankutty, host of the Singapore based podcast Livin' it up in Lion City as he introduces the following 2 podcasts: Podcast 1: Desi Outsiders Desi Outsiders is the brainchild of two young Indian women who want to be the voice of reason that fails to be heard in certain Indian households. The podcast is designed to bring meaningful conversations on relationships, dating, education, and feminism into Indian homes. Meenal was raised in Europe in a very traditional Indian household whereas Ankita was raised in India in a more liberal household. So when these two girls get together, the conversation gets rolling. Podcast 2: The Sporkful The Sporkful isn't for foodies, it's for eaters. Each week the podcast obsesses about food to learn more about people. They're known for thoughtful discussions about race, culture, and body image, as well as for their funny and absurd conversations with comics about how they like to eat certain dishes. In addition, The Sporkful has won Best Food Podcast at the James Beard Awards, the Webby Awards, and the Saveur Awards. Music by Pandrezz: Takin' you for a ride Once again special thanks to Rindo Ramakutty for taking the time to come on this episode. Over the 10 or so interviews that I've done for this series, I've been amazed at the extent to which people can connect and hold meaningful conversations. Before this episode, I had barely talked to Rindo, and wasn't that familiar with Desi culture or food cultural appropriation. Yet, we still managed to talk for almost 2 hours over Skype, and frankly its a pity that a lot of that had to be cut down to fit into a 1 hour show. We talked about his upbringing and his different expat experiences, and that lent very well into the 2 shows that he recommended. And if you're keen on learning more about his unique perspective, then you should definitely check out his podcast, Livin' it up in Lion City. If you liked this episode, please do a big favor by sharing it amongst your friends or by subscribing to the Economical Rice Podcast on iTunes, Soundcloud, or Spotify. All the links and details to the shows discussed in this episode will be available in the show notes on the website www.economicalricepodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

Parents seem to think that having dragon babies will bring them luck and fortune. In this episode, we flip through our lunar calendars to tell you why that isn't as crazy as it sounds. This episode was made possible with the help of - Dennis Chen - consultant, 1988 dragon baby; and - u/oxysempra - student, 2000 dragon baby. For more details and links to music and sources, head over to the website at www.economicalricepodcast.com Otherwise, you can reach me at: facebook.com/economicalricepodcast twitter.com/PodcastRice instagram.com/economicalricepodcast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

Welcome to the 9th podcast episode of this side series, the Podcast Spotlight. In this episode, we talk with Chris Tatem, host of the fantastic U.S. based podcast Cross Examined Life as he introduces the following 2 podcasts: Podcast 1: A Year of Listening A year of listening is an independent podcast hosted by Colleen K Powell, who describes herself as a day-dreamer, kitchen-dancer, wannabe-writer, and dinner party lover. She has a personal blog where she writes about various things in her life, but for the podcast, it is centered around the tagline of tackling all the topics your mother warned you never to discuss at cocktail parties. The podcast is presented in a simple conversational interview style, and tries to dive into sensitive topics in a sensitive manner. Podcast 2: Intelligence Squared U.S. Debates Intelligence Squared U.S. is a non-partisan, non-profit organization whose mission is to restore critical thinking, facts, reason, and civility to American discourse. They provide a forum for balanced and intelligent debate that is widely distributed in various forms: radio programs, podcasts, online broadcasts, televisions, and digital video series. To date, the organization has conducted 160 debates on far ranging issues with 500 debaters. The debating style is also unique in that it adopts the traditional Oxford-style debate format, where one side proposes and the other side opposes a sharply-framed motion. Music by Pandrezz: Takin' you for a ride Once again special thanks to Chris Tatem for taking the time to come on this episode. There was so much to learn just by poking a little deeper into his production process and why he sets up the show the way he does. There is a method behind the magic, and I'm very grateful to Chris for sharing some of it. In fact, he was recently invited to PodCon2 as a speaker, where he presented on the topic of the critical first 60 seconds of your podcast. I'm just lucky to have had a breakdown of that for our show. For that, do check out his fantastic podcast, the Cross Examined Life. If you liked this episode, please do a big favor by sharing it amongst your friends or by subscribing to the Economical Rice Podcast on iTunes, Soundcloud, or Spotify. All the links and details to the shows discussed in this episode will be available in the show notes on the website www.economicalricepodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

The enormous potential of big data has potentially enormous consequences. In this episode, we mine the data to find out why. This episode was made possible with the help of - Jon Wang - Entrepreneur / Co-host at the Longkangkitties Podcast - Kenneth Cukier - Journalist and Senior Editor at the Economist. You can find his TED Talk at: https://www.ted.com/talks/kenneth_cukier_big_data_is_better_data For more details and links to music and sources, head over to the website at www.economicalricepodcast.com Otherwise, you can reach me at: facebook.com/economicalricepodcast twitter.com/PodcastRice instagram.com/economicalricepodcast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

The podcast will be back on 21st Jan 2019. In the meantime, enjoy this short opening trailer, an accompanying video trailer is available on Facebook at www.facebook.com/economicalricepodcast/ Music: Lee Rosevere - Let's Start at the Beginning --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

A roundup and review of the highlights of the year. 2018 has been a big year of change and experimentation for the podcast, and towards the end it really feels like it's finally coming together. Thank you all for listening and for supporting, I'll see you guys in 2019. For the full transcript and links to clips, head over to www.economicalricepodcast.com Music: Brke - strollin through a valley --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

Welcome to the 8th podcast episode of this side series, the Podcast Spotlight. In this episode, we talk with Bill Poorman and Nikolaj Groeneweg, co-hosts of the Singapore-based podcast We don't mean to dwell but...as they introduce the following 2 podcasts: Podcast 1: The Sinica Podcast The Sinica Podcast is part of the SupChina network, a platform for on-the-ground perspectives on politics, economics, technology, and culture. It is hosted by the enigmatic Kaiser Kuo, a freelance writer and musician, formerly of various rock outfits such as Tang Dynasty and Spring and Autumn.  Generally, episodes are presented in a discussion format, and feature guests from media and academia to talk on all sorts of topics including US-China relations, Chinese foreign policy, Hacking, and much more. In the first episode of the wonderfully-titled Nu Voices podcast, hosts Joanna Chiu and Alice Xin Lui lament on how the narrative on China is always presented with a western tinge. The Sinica Podcast, in this vein, can be seen as a defiant response. Stories and perspectives told by native Chinese, or by individuals who have studied and lived in China. In this sense, if your media diet is dominated by western outlets - your New York Times, your Wall Street Journals - then this podcast might a little jarring. But, if you are the kind of person who appreciates authenticity and is genuinely curious about China, then this is definitely a podcast for you. Podcast 2: Mindscape by Sean Carroll By day, Sean Carroll is a Research Professor of theoretical physics at the California Institute of Technology. By night, he is host of Mindscape, a straightforward conversation-style podcast with intellectuals in fields spanning science, society, philosophy, culture, and so on. Aside from this, Carroll is also the author of various titles such as The Big Picture: On the Origins of Life, Meaning, and the Universe Itself, The Particle at the End of the Universe: How the Hunt for the Higgs Boson Leads Us to the Edge of a New World, From Eternity to Here: The Quest for the Ultimate Theory of Time, and Spacetime and Geometry: An Introduction to General Relativity. Fair warning here, albeit the informal style of the show, the topics discussed are not for the casual listener. Unless you were steeped in these topics as well, you might be better off finding other podcasts to fill your gym workout or your commute to work. However, if you take these topics seriously, and are patient enough to invest your attention well, then this podcast can be richly rewarding. Where traditional conversational podcasts engage listeners in personal stories and relatable anecdotes, Carroll's Mindscape tries to break down incredibly technical subjects in an almost nonchalant manner. It's still not an easy listen, but there is incredible insight and perspective that can be learned through each episode. Music by Pandrezz: Takin' you for a ride Once again special thanks to Bill Poorman and Nikolaj Groeneweg for being such amazing guests on this episode. Special thanks to Bill for graciously inviting me to his home and allowing me to record with his equipment, it truly was an absolute pleasure, and I am incredibly grateful for the gesture. Also, on a personal note, I would never have thought that out of all places, podcasting would be where I could meet people who share my concerns on moving and living abroad. Just goes to show you how powerful the medium really is. If you liked this episode, please do a big favor by sharing it amongst your friends or by subscribing to the Economical Rice Podcast on iTunes, Soundcloud, or Spotify. All the links and details to the shows discussed in this episode will be available in the show notes on the website www.economicalricepodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

In sweltering Singapore, most offices have freezing air conditioning.  In this episode, we put on our jackets to find out why. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- This episode could not have been possible without the help of: - Tan Li Anne - Mon - Ling Ling Tai - Mayuree - and Effy Yu For more details and links to music and sources, head over to the website at www.economicalricepodcast.com Otherwise, you can reach me at: facebook.com/economicalricepodcast twitter.com/PodcastRice instagram.com/economicalricepodcast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

Welcome to the 7th podcast episode of this side series, the Podcast Spotlight. In this episode, we talk with up and coming local podcaster, Farriqin Anuar, as he introduces the following 2 podcasts: Podcast 1: Talk is Jericho Recorded from all over the globe, former multiple time world champion pro wrestler, lead singer of Fozzy and New York Times best-selling author Chris Jericho rocks the podcast world with "Talk Is Jericho," his unique, weekly take on all things pop culture and life in general.  As with most interview shows, the main draw comes from both the guest and the host. Talk is Jericho definitely has both in spades. As a host, Jericho is charismatic and naturally talkative, and makes the conversation just flow by. And though a bunch of his guests come from the same wrestling background where he built his career, there are plenty of others from musicians to TV producers to filmmakers, to fill out the show. Listen to this if you are a fan of wrestling, or love the conversational style of interview podcasts. Podcast 2: Inside of you with Michael Rosenbaum Michael Rosenbaum has spent the better part of the last two decades in and out of film and television – mostly known for playing Lex Luther on the show Smallville. As he relates "I'm the guy that you probably don't know by name, but when you see my face you might say “oh, that guy from that thing.”" Throughout his career he has connected with many in the industry, but noticed that he doesn't really know any of them on a personal level. This is the show where he attempts to correct that. In terms of interview style, it must be said that it bears a great resemblance to WTF with Marc Maron. There's plenty of back and forth conversation, a ton of soul searching, and the occasional deep dive into Rosenbaum's and his guest's deepest fears and insecurities. The stories can be painful to listen to at times, but it is also what makes it authentic and relatable. Who knew that celebrities shared the same fears and anxieties that we do? Listen this if you are a fan of Marc Maron's style of hyper-personal conversationalism, and if you want to learn more about the guests on his program. Music by Pandrezz: Takin' you for a ride Once again special thanks to Farriqin Anuar for agreeing to come on the show. On a personal note, this was probably the most raw interview I've ever done. Just in terms of sharing experiences with podcasting, the struggle and hustle, and the dream that makes it all worth pursuing. As a foray into the lives of the podcasters trying to make it work in Singapore, Farriqin is probably as close and as authentic as you are going to get. If you liked this episode, please do a big favor by sharing it amongst your friends or by subscribing to the Economical Rice Podcast on iTunes, Soundcloud, or Spotify. All the links and details to the shows discussed in this episode will be available in the show notes on the website www.economicalricepodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

In Singapore, fish soup stalls have ridiculously long lines.  In this episode, we go on a mini-food adventure to find out why. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ This episode was made possible with the help of - Kwek Li Ying (@linggggyyy) - Bryan Wong (@bryanwyj) - Nicole-Marie Ng - Editor at TimeOut Singapore - Ramesh Krish Kumar - Food Scientist and Co-Founder of Asmara For more details and links to music and sources, head over to the website at www.economicalricepodcast.com Otherwise, you can reach me at: facebook.com/economicalricepodcast twitter.com/PodcastRice instagram.com/economicalricepodcast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

Welcome to the 6th podcast episode of this side series, the Podcast Spotlight. In this episode, we talk with industry leading podcaster, Ling Ling Tai, as she introduces the following 2 podcasts: Podcast 1: The Infinite Monkey Cage The Infinite Monkey Cage is a BBC Radio 4 comedy and popular science series. Hosted by physicist Brian Cox and comedian Robin Ince, The Independent described it as a "witty and irreverent look at the world according to science". Each show has a particular topic up for discussion, with previous topics including the apocalypse and space travel. There are normally three guests; two of these are scientists with an interest in the topic of discussion, offering an expert opinion on the subject. The other guest is usually a comedian, who takes a less serious view of the subject, and often makes the show more accessible by asking the 'stupid' questions that the other guests may have overlooked. In terms of the overall vibe of the show, it very much feels like a panel variety show in the vein of QI or Have I got news for you. There's plenty of back and forth debate, much banter, and even a live audience to boot. At its core, this approach very much enhances the blend of science and comedy that the show aims to deliver, and replicates that television experience for a podcasting format. If you are generally curious about the world and love a bit of British-style banter, then this is definitely a show for you. Podcast 2: Duolingo Spanish Podcast The Duolingo Spanish Podcast is a show produced by the language learning company, Duolingo. They are a freemium learning platform that includes a language-learning website and app, as well as a digital language proficiency assessment exam. As of October 2018, the language-learning website and app offer 81 different language courses across 37 languages. The app has about 300 million registered users across the world. After listening to this podcast, it must be said that this is not your typical language podcast. The show delivers fascinating real-life stories in a duo-lingo Spanish/English format, and as the makers themselves describe "These are not language lessons; they're life lessons through language". It is a fascinating examination of how language permeates our lives, cultures, and stories, and it is definitely a pleasant listen. Listen to this if you are an English speaker learning Spanish and interested in learning more about the Latin American culture. Music by Pandrezz: Takin' you for a ride Once again special thanks to Ling Ling Tai for agreeing to come on the show. She was an amazing guest and an all round incredible human being. If you liked this episode, please do a big favor by sharing it amongst your friends or by subscribing to the Economical Rice Podcast on iTunes, Soundcloud, or Stitcher. All the links and details to the shows discussed in this episode will be available in the show notes on the website www.economicalricepodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

Choices are a part of everyday life. They permeate our meals, our travels, and even our work. But what's unavoidable is that some choices will be harder to make than others, and when it comes to the pursuit of your passions, it is perhaps one of most difficult choices of all. In this special episode of the Economical Rice Podcast, we will be exploring this idea of choice in a previously untried storytelling format - Audio Drama. Listen through the link below: Credits: Screenplay is adapted from “The Insurance Lady”, a story written by Zander Widjaja and published on the medium page Speak.Local. Mr.Tan / interviewer is played by local artist Dan Wong, who runs A Good Citizen, and is part of the podcast The Longkang Kitties. Ms.Julia Ang / interviewee is played by freelance writer Davelle Lee, who hosts the podcast, Some Scuffs, and who will be manning the social anxiety blanket fort installation at the coming Conscious Festival on Nov 3-4. Visit the website at www.economicalricepodcast.com for full links to all these contributors. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

Welcome to the 5th podcast episode of this side series, the Podcast Spotlight. In this episode, we talk with veteran podcaster, Raven Lim, as she introduces the following 2 podcasts: Podcast 1: The Bright Sessions The Bright Sessions is a science fiction podcast created by Lauren Shippen and starring Julia Morizawa as the titular Dr. Bright. The podcast takes place in a fictional universe where super-powered individuals, called "atypicals", exist. Dr. Bright is a therapist and the podcast originally focuses on her sessions with various patients. Generally speaking, this is a wonderfully written and produced audio drama with a heavy YA tinge to it. There's a lot of underlying themes about mental health and personal issues, which lends a very real touch to this otherwise abnormal story. The sparse production and dialogue heavy format also does nicely to add gravity to the matters discussed. This will be perfect for you if you love shows such as X-Men or Heroes. Podcast 2: Wolf 359 Wolf 359 is a Sci-Fi Sitcom Radio Drama, with strong Horror and Thriller elements mixed in. It chronicles the adventures of the crew of the U.S.S. Hephaestus, a (fictional) space station orbiting around Wolf 359, a (real) star located 8 light years away from Earth. The stalwart team of misfits has been tasked with a series of experimental tasks and obscure mission objectives, among them searching for signs of alien life. In contrast to the Bright Sessions, Wolf 359 has full production with sound effects, ambient noise, music, and so on. And in terms of the story, while it does take a while for the arc to kick in, the show does well to cover themes such as existentialism, humanism, mental health, capitalism, extra-terrestrial life, and others. It is in a sense, a story that is portrayed on a much grander scale in comparison with the Bright Sessions, though it really is not appropriate to be comparing these 2 very different shows. Tune into this if you are a fan of sci-fi related dramas. If you liked this episode, please do a big favor by sharing it amongst your friends or by subscribing to the Economical Rice Podcast on iTunes, Soundcloud, or Stitcher. All the links and details to the shows discussed in this episode will be available in the show notes on the website www.economicalricepodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

Just a brief update on content coming in October, plus the announcement of the Podcast Podluck! ***DETAILS OF PODCAST PODLUCK*** 10th November, 6.30pm at 34 Cassia Crescent, Singapore 390034 Peatix link here: https://podluck2018.peatix.com/?utm_campaign=search&utm_medium=web&utm_source=results&utm_content=podcast%3A%2C%3A%3A0%3A438536 Head over to www.economicalricepodcast.com for the full transcript and other content. [Music] Matt Quentin - Sky Blue --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

Welcome to the 4th podcast episode of this side series, the Podcast Spotlight. In this episode, we talk with freelance writer and local podcaster, Davelle Lee, as she introduces the following 2 podcasts: Podcast 1: Reply All Reply All is a tech-themed podcast from Gimlet Media. It is presented by co-hosts Alex Goldman and PJ Vogt, and presents a journalistic look into the wacky and weird world of internet culture. Episodes include an in-house phising experiment, tracing phantom phone calls, and an ad for the worst day of your life. Generally speaking, the shows are very well-produced, well-researched, and all around entertaining. And with the co-host format, the topics are presented in a relatively candid manner. Listen to this if you love casual shows and internet culture. Podcast 2: On the Media On the Media (OTM) is an hour-long weekly radio program, hosted by Bob Garfield and Brooke Gladstone, covering journalism, technology, and First Amendment issues. It is produced by WNYC in New York City. As defined by co-host Garfield, On the Media covers "...anything that reaches a large audience—either electronically or otherwise.... Plus, throw into that anything that covers First Amendment issues; anything that has to do with freedom of speech, privacy, is also in our portfolio."[3] The show explores how the media are changing, and their effects on America and the world. Many stories are centered on events of the previous week and how they were covered in the news. These often consist of interviews with reporters about the dilemmas they face in covering controversial issues. If you liked this episode, please do a big favor by sharing it amongst your friends or by subscribing to the Economical Rice Podcast on iTunes, Soundcloud, or Stitcher. All the links and details to the shows discussed in this episode will be available in the show notes on the website www.economicalricepodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

In part 2 of this special feature on Olivia Lum and Hyflux, we cover the incredible fall of one of Singapore's most cherished entrepreneurs. While most of the attention is focused on the poorly performing Tuaspring plant, there is actually a deeper issue. One that concerns the fabled founder Olivia Lum, and her incessant need to save the world through water. This is a story about a water treatment company for sure, but its main theme is about ambition. A timeless tale for a modern setting, and one that whose fallout is only just beginning. Head over to www.economicalricepodcast.com for all the links to resource materials and music used for this episode. For more content, you can follow the Economical Rice Podcast at the following links below: Facebook: www.facebook.com/economicalricepodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/econricepodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/economicalricepodcast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

Welcome to the third podcast episode of this side series, the Podcast Spotlight. In this episode, we talk with budding filmmaker and local podcaster, Josiah Singh, as he introduces the following 2 podcasts: Podcast 1: WTF with Marc Maron [Paul Thomas Anderson] WTF with Marc Maron is a straightforward interview show where comedian Marc Maron invites a guest on each week. Being well-connected within the hollywood/L.A. scene, Maron is able to bring star names to his show, including the likes of Jay Leno, Jennifer Lawrence, and even former U.S. president Barack Obama. Notably, the shows are pretty lengthy, with most clocking in at over an hour, but Maron does delve into the deeper parts of his guests' history or career. In this episode with film-maker Paul Thomas Anderson for instance, much discussion revolves around Anderson's upbringing and his influences, and also the creative process behind his movies. Lastly, this show is very much casual and unscripted, so listeners can expect personal, intimate conversations unlike those aired on major talk shows. Listen to this if you love the casual interview format, or learning more about your favorite celebrities. Podcast 2: Sword and Scale [Ep50 - The Jonestown massacre] Sword and Scale is a narrative-driven true-crime podcast presented by host Mike Boudet. It is a show that purports to reveal "that the worst monsters are real", and cases are often discussed and dissected in gruesome, raw detail. One notable feature of this podcast is that Mike Boudet's experience with audio engineering really shines through. And his stories are often interlaced with numerous real-life interviews, court trials, or police interrogations, couched in incredible mixing using ambient sounds, music, and foley effects to bring these cases to life. It is in every regard, a very immersive experience, and in most instances an uncomfortable one. Listen to this at your own risk. If you liked this episode, please do a big favor by sharing it amongst your friends or by subscribing to the Economical Rice Podcast on iTunes, Soundcloud, or Stitcher. All the links and details to the shows discussed in this episode will be available in the show notes on the website www.economicalricepodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

While Olivia Lum and Hyflux have been in the news for all the wrong reasons lately, how much do you know about the entrepreneurial journey that started it all? In part one of this special 2 part feature, we will be covering the incredible rise of one of Singapore's most famous success stories. From rags-to-riches to dodgy decisions, from entrepreneuring to empire-building, this is one story you wouldn't want to miss. P.S. Thanks to Steffi Tan for making a cameo appearance in this episode. P.P.S. The Economical Rice Podcast has hit 30 episodes! There's been many changes since the beginning, and I would love your thoughts and suggestions on the show's current direction. Head over to www.economicalricepodcast.com for all the links to resource materials and music used for this episode. For more content, you can follow the Economical Rice Podcast at the following links below: Facebook: www.facebook.com/economicalricepodcast Twitter: www.twitter.com/econricepodcast Instagram: www.instagram.com/economicalricepodcast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

Welcome to the second podcast episode of this side series, the Podcast Spotlight. In this episode, we talk with graphic designer and longtime army friend of mine, Assyaraf Johari, as he introduces the following 2 podcasts: Podcast 1: Freakonomics [In praise of maintenance] The Freakonomics podcast is a show which discusses socioeconomic issues for a general audience. The show is spun-off from the wildly popular book of the same name released in 2005. Journalist Stephen Dubner, one of the co-authors of that book, hosts the show, while the other co-author, economist Steven Levitt, is a a regular guest. The show is mostly narrative-driven, with host Dubner introducing a question before exploring different ways to answer that question. It is not so much about graphs and theorems, but rather about how investigating how economics play out in real life. Listen to this if you love high production infotainment podcasts. This is one of the best around. Podcast 2: Tides of History [5 | The Military Revolution, 1350 - 1650] Tides of History is a narrative-driven history podcast presented by academic and former journalist, PhD Patrick Wyman. The show is in partnership with Wondery, a podcast stable from the United States. Notably, the podcast looks at two periods in depth, the end of the Roman Empire between 300 and 600 and the rise of the modern world between 1350 and 1650. It explores various facets of life such as society, the state, trade, and how they came to be. Listen to this if you are a history buff or if you are generally curious about the foundations of society. If you liked this episode, please do a big favor by sharing it amongst your friends or by subscribing to the Economical Rice Podcast on iTunes, Soundcloud, or Stitcher. All the links and details to the shows discussed in this episode will be available in the show notes on the website www.economicalricepodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message

A few months ago, Suntory announced that they were discontinuing their extremely popular Hibiki 17 yr whiskey line. Considering that their aged Hibiki whiskeys are in high demand and have won a string of accolades including Gold Awards at the International Spirits Challenge or the title of World's Best Blended Whiskey at the World Whiskies Award, this move seems incredibly odd. In today's episode, we look into the reasons behind this decision, as well as how a certain financial product, known as futures contracts, could have helped to mitigate it. This episode will cover the following topics: - The constraints that whiskey producers face - What circumstances led to Suntory's decision - Why Suntory faces a whiskey shortage today - The brief mechanics of a futures contract - How futures contracts can benefit whiskey producers - The main hurdle preventing a Hibiki futures market - How Suntory eventually faced their time-related problems Head over to www.economicalricepodcast.com for all the links to resource materials and music used for this episode. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/economicalricepodcast/message