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The most uncensored conversations about censorable things coming out from the often-censored country of Singapore. Hosted by Haresh & Terence from the comedy house Ministry of Funny.

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    #516 ft. Oon Shu An - Social Media is Making Us Less “Weird” & How Palestine is Liberating Us

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2024 101:51


    Actress Oon Shu An drops by the YLB studio to talk about her latest production, Tartuffe: The Imposter, why she loves to work with young creatives, and how choosing to follow your passion as your job might not be the best idea. We also go deep into her thoughts and feelings about the conflict in Gaza, and why it's important for people with platforms to speak up.Find us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryCapture stories & memories from your parents while they are still around!Click here to chat with us on WhatsApp, or find out more info at Folklory.comReferencesWhen Gaza lost phone and internet connection under Israeli attack, this activist found a way to get Palestinians back online | CNNConnecting Humanity IG - provides eSIMs to GazansLove Aid Singapore - Singaporean charityWizard_bisan1 on IG - Filmmaker on the ground in GazaMotaz on X - Photographer on the ground in GazaOne Shiok ThingOFFICIAL TRAILER: 99Wajib by Annemarie Jacir - TrailerThe Present - TrailerOscar winning actor & writer Tom Hanks gives the Oxford Union an acting lessonFind Oon Shu An!InstagramHer latest production - Tartuffe: The ImposterMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #515 - Lawrence Wong to Take Over PM Lee in May & Companies Must Allow Workers to Request Flexi Work Arrangements

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2024 69:02


    We knew this was coming, but it still surprised us when it was finally announced. DPM Lawrence Wong will be taking over as Singapore's Prime Minister come 15th May. Are we ready for a new PM? What does this announcement mean for the timing of the upcoming General Elections? Elsewhere, authorities announced that all employers must institute a process for workers to make formal requests for flexible work arrangements from December onwards. Does this move the needle on employment welfare, or is it just a grand wayang?Find us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGOur Sponsor: foodpandaThis episode is brought to you by foodpanda!They are looking for their first-ever Chief Savings Officer, and up for grabs is a 6-month contract worth over $21,000Find out all you need to know at this link. So upload your video by 30 Apr 2024, and good Luck!Lawrence Wong to Take Over PM Lee in MayLawrence Wong to take over from Lee Hsien Loong as prime minister on May 15: PMO‘Quiet wisdom and a steady hand': Tributes pour in for outgoing PM LeeBusiness as usual at DPM Wong's MPS in Limbang, following handover announcementCommentary: Lawrence Wong's priorities as new Singapore Prime Minister and the two key milestones to watchPM Lee to stay on as Senior Minister; any major Cabinet changes will come after GE: Lawrence WongCommentary: The art of listening to the people and being a little 'deaf' sometimes - CNACompanies Must Allow Workers to Request Flexi Work ArrangementsAll employers must have process for workers to request flexible work arrangements from December[2023] Flexible work arrangements a key focus of Singapore's new workers compact: Labour chief Ng Chee MengOne Shiok CommentComment by butthenhorComment by junglejimbo88One Shiok ThingCaitlin Clark 2023 NCAA tournament highlightsHere's How Ray Allen Teaches Jump ShootingMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #514 - Iran Attacks Israel & Pope to Visit Singapore

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2024 55:38


    This past weekend, Iran launched an unprecedented attack on Israel, supposedly in response to an earlier act of aggression on the Iranian consulate in Syria. The international response has been swift to condemn the attack, but also cautious in support for an Israeli counter strike. Why so? Also, it was announced that the Pope will be visiting our shores come September, the latest feather in the cap for Singapore's standing as an international events hub. What can we expect from this historic papal visit?Find us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.comIran Attacks IsraelIran launches missiles and drones at Israel, its first-ever direct attack on Israeli territory Singapore condemns Iran's aerial attacks on Israel, deeply concerned about 'volatile situation' in Middle EastMiddle East crisis: visual guide to Iran's attack on IsraelWorld leaders urge restraint in aftermath of Iran attack on Israel – what we know so farHow Iran-backed militant groups are widening the Israel-Hamas war - CNA3 top Iranian commanders reported killed in Israeli strike in Syria | The Straits TimesWhy Israel's attack on Iranian consulate in Syria was a gamechanger | Israel | The GuardianPope to Visit SingaporePope Francis to visit Singapore in September - TODAYEdwin Tong 'looks forward' to showing Pope Francis S'porean 'hospitality, diversity & harmony'One Shiok CommentComment by shogunMJComments on ep513One Shiok ThingTales From the Eclipse — Wait But Why13 Hours in Singapore Airlines First Class Suite (London to Singapore)Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #513 - Writers Object to IMDA Using Their Works to Train AI & No More Trishaws for Singapore?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2024 69:13


    This week, some local writers voiced their objections to the Infocomm Media Development Authority's (IMDA) plans to build a South-east Asia-focused large language model (LLM), even though a consultation via a survey within the local writing community is still ongoing. Why the outrage over this seemingly innocuous survey? Elsewhere, it was revealed that Singapore's last trishaw operator had halted tours as early as last year, due to the unavailability of a site to store the trishaws. Are we about to lose this piece of Singapore transport history?Find us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeOur Sponsor: Echelon XThis episode is brought to you by Echelon X in partnership with e27Echelon X is happening 15-16 May 2024 at the Singapore expo, and it'll be an epic event focused on tech & startups around Southeast AsiaGet your free starter pass by using the code “FOLKLORY” when getting your discounted tickets at this linkWe'll have a booth, so hope to see you there!Writers Object to IMDA Using Their Works to Train AISingaporean writers object to IMDA using their works to train a large language model$70m S'pore AI initiative to develop first large language model with South-east Asian contextIMDA's Preliminary Survey on Gen AI ResearchOpinion: IMDA Must Uphold Authors' and Publishers' Intellectual Property Rights — Singapore UnboundBooks3 dataset, used to train AI, contains works stolen from Singaporean authorsPulitzer-winning authors join OpenAI, Microsoft copyright lawsuit | ReutersNew York Times denies OpenAI's 'hacking' claim in copyright fight | ReutersSEA-LION - AI SingaporeA.I. is B.S. | Adam ConoverThe Cyberattack Stopped by a Microsoft Engineer Was Scarier Than We RealizeNo More Trishaws for Singapore?No more trishaw rides in Singapore after last licensed operator ceased tours mid-2023One Shiok CommentComments on YLB511 feat Min Desmond LeeOne Shiok ThingI made a song entirely from artists singing "yeah"Civil War | Official TrailerMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #512 ft. Terence Lee - Highlighting the Darker Side of Tech & Why Founders Need to be Held Accountable

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2024 73:43


    Terence Lee, Editor-in-chief at Tech in Asia joins us to share his journey of being in the tech scene for so long, and now leading one of the most influential tech publications in Asia. And which covers stories so incisive they often receive cease-and-desist letters. He also was instrumental in getting his team to cover our story of being screwed over by HOOQ, which was published in Mar 2023. Terence gives us a peek into what it's like, the challenges of investigating startups, and what keeps him and his team going.Find us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGFolkloryCapture stories & memories from your parents while they are still around!Click here to chat with us on WhatsApp, or find out more info at Folklory.comReferencesFilmmakers trapped in HOOQ's nightmarish liquidation: Show us the moneyTerence Lee's post on our HOOQ situationOne Shiok ThingReal Madrid Legends vs Porto Legends: Zidane Amazing SkillsTorres and Gerrard link-up in comeback win | Liverpool Legends 4-2 Ajax3 Body Problem | Official TrailerFind Terence Lee & Tech in Asia!Tech in AsiaTerence Lee on LinkedInMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #511 ft. Minister Desmond Lee - Confronting the Challenges of Public Housing in Singapore

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2024 93:53


    Minister Desmond Lee has been serving at the Ministry of National Development since 2013, taking over as Minister in 2020. He joins us to discuss some important questions about housing affordability and accessibility, the broader social significance of housing, and whether expectations for housing are being set too high.Find us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeOur Sponsor: Ministry for National Development!This episode is brought to you in partnership with Ministry for National Development. For more info on what we discussed, here are some important links: Draft Master Plan 2025MND's websiteHDB's websiteNew BTO classificationOne Shiok ThingPOKÉMON Detective Pikachu - Official TrailerJon Stewart Deconstructs Trump's "Victimless" $450 Million FraudPassion WaveMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #510 ft. Sharul Channa - More Power for Police to Arrest Mentally Ill & Man Confronts Mosque

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2024 62:36


    We got comedian Sharul Channa in to talk about her upcoming hour-long standup performances and to contribute her thoughts on some hot topics. Last week, the Ministry of Home Affairs explained the bill tabled to grant more powers to the police to apprehend suspects with mental disorders, but mental health experts are concerned it's too heavy handed. Elsewhere, a man confronted a nearby mosque for having too much “noise”, but is it fair for him to do that?Find us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.comWatch Sharul Live!Get tickets to Sharul's show on 3 - 7 Apr 2024 by clicking here!And find more of her content online on Instagram and TikTokMHA Explains More Power for Police to Arrest Mentally Ill SuspectsMHA clarifies proposal to give police more power to apprehend mentally ill suspects; mental health experts concernedBill tabled to set out how police can arrest mentally disordered suspects, criminalise misuse of SIM cards[Jan 2023] an awarded $20,000 in damages for being wrongfully imprisoned[Feb 2023] overnment has concerns about court judgement on wrongful arrest, will consider filing appeal: Shanmugam [Aug 2022] People with mental disorders likelier to be criminals? IMH doctor debunks myth, talks about forensic psychiatry workPolice probe alleged assault at Marina Bay Sands in incident where drag performer tells of 'homophobic' slurDrag queen & friend allegedly subjected to homophobic slurs, harassed & assaulted by 8 men at MBSExplainer: Why voluntarily causing hurt is not an arrestable offence and how victims can seek recourseMan Confronts Mosque About “Noise” & man confronts mosque about “noise”'You all need to be considerate': Man in S'pore allegedly confronts mosque to complain about prayer 'noise'One Shiok ThingKomala Vilas – Excite your Palate! Authentic & Traditional Indian Vegetarian CuisinesGeorgene Loh on YouTubeMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #509 ft. Sudhir Vadaketh - What it Feels Like to Get POFMA-ed & Why “Slow Journalism” is Important

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2024 95:52


    Sudhir joins us once again to share the first-hand experience of getting POFMA-ed after his company, Jom Media, received the notice in 2023. He also shares his thoughts on the local political scene, his excitement for the upcoming election as well as why “slow journalism” is important for issues like the Israel-Gaza conflict. He also shares a peek into 2 long-form pieces his team is publishing on what's happening in the middle east. And not to forget the topics of Pritam, Iswaran & the latest video by President Tharman.Find us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGFolkloryCapture stories & memories from your parents while they are still around!Click here to chat with us on WhatsApp, or find out more info at Folklory.comReferencesPOFMA fail: the end of our journey, by Jom MediaOne Shiok ThingDAVE THE DIVER | Official Launch TrailerBasecamp: REWORK — the New York Times bestselling book about businessLa Luna The Movie | Official TrailerFind Sudhir & Jom Media!Jom Media's WebsiteSudhir on LinkedInMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #508 - Singapore Orders Takedown of Israel Embassy Post & Iswaran Slapped With Additional Charges

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2024 67:59


    This week, authorities ordered the Israel Embassy in Singapore to take down a social media post that compared mentions of Israel and Palestine in the Quran. Ministers Shanmugam and Vivian Balakrishnan also issued strongly-worded statements in separate interviews explaining the severity of the issue. We look into their statements to understand why they felt these moves were necessary. Elsewhere, former transport minister S. Iswaran was slapped with 8 new charges that allege he had obtained, as a public servant, valuable items worth nearly $19,000. It's a long list of wines, whiskies, golf clubs, and a titanium Brompton bicycle that costs almost $8,000! We look deeper into the list to try and understand the rationale behind accepting these gifts.Find us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB TikTok YLB IGFolkloryCapture stories & memories from your parents while they are still around!Click here to chat with us on WhatsApp, or find out more info at Folklory.comSingapore Orders Takedown of Israel Embassy PostIsrael embassy's post on Palestine ‘unacceptable', risks undermining harmony in S'pore: ShanmugamVivian Balakrishnan meets Netanyahu, tells Israeli leaders military actions in Gaza have 'gone too far'FB Post by Masagos ZulkifliGovt tells Israeli embassy to remove Facebook post that was an 'astonishing attempt to rewrite history', says ShanmugamSingapore Orders Israeli Embassy to Delete ‘Inappropriate' Social Post About ‘Palestine' | TIMEIswaran Slapped With Additional ChargesWhisky, golf clubs, Brompton bike: What Iswaran is accused of obtaining in his 8 new chargesIswaran's case: A timeline of events from graft probe, resignation and new chargesCPIB Statement: Additional Charges for S IswaranWho is Lum Kok Seng, the man named in Iswaran's new charges?[Jul 2023] Iswaran's Cycling VideoBrompton T Line Bicycle websiteAlbert Bichot websiteGordon & MacPhail websiteHonma Golf websiteScotty Cameron Phantom websiteOne Shiok CommentComment by Original Goat 1Comment by nyetkattOne Shiok ThingConan O'Brien Must Go | Official TrailerFULL SEGMENT – The Rock blasts Rhodes and Rollins in a Rock Concert: March 15, 2024Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #507 - Is Singapore REALLY the Happiest Asian Country? & Kampong Glam Bazaar Stall Spars with Customer Over Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2024 59:33


    The World Happiness Report 2024 placed Singapore as the 30th happiest country in the world, which made it the top in Asia. Some online commentators were incredulous at the ranking, but is there more to the results than meets the eye? Elsewhere, a Kampong Glam bazaar food vendor was caught in a public dispute with a customer who posted a bad review of their fries. Is the customer always right, or does the vendor have a point?Find us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGFolkloryCapture stories & memories from your parents while they are still around!Click here to chat with us on WhatsApp, or find out more info at Folklory.comIs Singapore REALLY the Happiest Asian Country?Singapore falls 5 spots to 30th in world happiness ranking but still tops Asia for 2nd straight yearSingapore is the happiest country in Asia: World Happiness Report 2024Research finds countries that focus the most on happiness can end up making people feel worseThe World Happiness Report HomepageUnderstanding How Gallup Uses the Cantril ScaleWorld Happiness Report 2024Singapore ranked 25th happiest country in the world by UN but some raise doubts over resultsKampong Glam Bazaar Stall Spars with Customer Over Review'Just embarrassing': Kampong Glam bazaar food vendor under fire for 'passive-aggressive' responses to food reviewToo frank? Food vendor clashes with TikTok users over ‘brutally honest' review, says feedback should be given directlyOne Shiok CommentComment by Old_Baseball_239Comment by louislim6530One Shiok ThingSINGAPORE VS CHINA| World Cup Asian QualifiersTom Merrick YouTubeMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #506 - WP's Pritam Singh Charged with Lying & Debate About Singapore Work Culture

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2024 69:23


    On Tuesday, WP chief Pritam Singh was charged with lying to Parliament over Raeesah Khan's case from 2021. While he has pleaded not guilty, what is the political significance of these charges, especially in the lead up to the next General Elections? Elsewhere, a Reddit post ranting about work culture in Singapore has triggered a flurry of both supportive and dismissive comments. Why did this issue polarise online opinion?Find us here!Our website YLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryLooking for the perfect gift that'll leave you special someone speechless? Get your Folklory now!Click here to chat with us on WhatsApp, or find out more info at Folklory.comWP's Pritam Singh Charged with LyingWP chief Pritam Singh charged with lying to Parliament over Raeesah Khan's case, pleads not guiltySPF | AGC-SPF Joint Statement On Completion Of Investigations Into Conduct Before The Committee Of PrivilegesPritam Singh charged with lying to parliamentary committee: A timeline of eventsAs it happened: Pritam Singh pleads not guilty to charges of lying to parliament committee over Raeesah Khan's casePritam Singh to continue all parliamentary, town council duties until legal process comes to 'complete close'PAP will not seek Pritam Singh's suspension from parliament while legal proceedings are ongoing - CNAFormer minister Iswaran returns to Singapore, surrenders passport: AGC[Feb 2022] Sylvia Lim's notes from WP meeting damaging to Pritam Singh's testimony: COP[Feb 2022] Sylvia Lim says her handwritten notes back Pritam Singh's position, contrary to privileges committee's finding[Feb 2022] Committee of Privileges 'satisfied' Workers' Party leaders lied while testifying under oath[May 2022] MPs fined at least S$10,000 to be disqualified after Parliament passes changes to raise quantum from S$2,000Debate About Singapore Work Culture'Is it just me going crazy?' Junior employee in Singapore questions culture of working 44 hours a week[Oct 2023] Fresh graduate's rant about first 9 to 5 job resonates with netizensOne Shiok CommentComment by Apprehensive_Nail971Comment by Chan-bc6ozOne Shiok ThingDigital Defense - your guide to securing your digital life and protecting your privacy Physical: 100 Season 2 - Underground | Official Trailer | NetflixMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #505 - Should Singapore Host Commonwealth Games? & Army Boys Post Photo with Racist Caption

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2024 61:44


    Singapore is currently assessing whether to bid to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games, after Victoria pulled out last year due to its ballooning budget. What are the pros and cons of hosting these Games on such short notice? Elsewhere, the SAF is investigating a photo of a group of servicemen on a military exercise which was posted to IG stories recently. Even worse, a racist caption accompanied the photograph. What would possess these men to post this offensive material?Find us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGFolkloryIf you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.comShould Singapore Host Commonwealth Games?Singapore assessing 'feasibility of invite' to host 2026 Commonwealth Games[2023] Gold Coast pulls bid for 2026 Commonwealth GamesUnclear if worthwhile for Singapore to host 2026 Commonwealth Games, say analysts[2023] Singapore to host World Aquatics Championships in 2025[2023] Australian state to pay $330m for withdrawing as 2026 Commonwealth Games host[2023] ‘A pointless exercise': mixed feelings over Games legacy in bankrupt Birmingham[2022] What was the cost of Commonwealth Games 2022?Army Boys Post Photo with Racist CaptionSAF investigating online photo of servicemen during training that bore racist captionSAF investigating Instagram Story of 6 uniformed men with racist captionOne Shiok CommentComment by Massive-Address3966Comment by june4634One Shiok ThingThe Morning Show — Official Teaser TrailerMRTC 1988 - Your Guide To Travelling On The MRT (English)Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #504 - TikTok Banned in the US & Is Kaya Toast Malaysian?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2024 52:55


    This week, the House of Representatives in the US passed a bill that could lead to a national TikTok ban. In response, TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew made an impassioned plea to American users to tell their political leaders not to ban the app. Could this actually happen? Elsewhere, many Malaysians made a meal of a Top 100 Sandwiches in the World list that had “kaya toast” from Singapore at #42. These commentators complained that SIngapore had stolen yet another Malaysian dish; is there any truth to these claims?Find us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGFolkloryIf you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.comTikTok Banned in the USTikTok ban: How Congress could force ByteDance to sell or push the app out of the US | TechCrunchTikTok begs users to tell Congress not to ban it | TechCrunchExplainer: Potential TikTok ban in US — what's likely to happen next and what are the implications for users? - TODAYWhat to know about TikTok owner ByteDance as U.S. considers possible ban - The Washington PostWhy a sale of TikTok would not be easy | The Seattle TimesBill that could ban TikTok in the US passed. Here's what to knowUS is moving closer to banning TikTok: Which countries have already blocked the Chinese app?TikTok execs believed Biden joining the app meant a ban was no longer an imminent threat: WSJIf the US bans TikTok, China will be getting a taste of its own medicineWhy is Trump now defending TikTok in the US after trying to ban it?Is Kaya Toast Malaysian?#trending: 'Singapore's kaya toast' in world's top 50 sandwiches list, Malaysians say it was 'stolen' from themWho Created Butter Chicken? India's Great Curry Clash.One Shiok CommentComment by butthenhorComment by YUVANMOHAN2009One Shiok ThingAkaash Singh - Stand Up ComedyWE DONE WITH THE 90'S!!!Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #503 - Do Men Think Women's Equality Has Gone Too Far? & Kate Middleton's Photo Scandal

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2024 59:39


    A recent Ipsos survey of 500 Singaporeans revealed that 57% of Singaporean men agree with the statement "we have gone so far in promoting women's equality that we are discriminating against men." Is Singapore a really sexist society? Elsewhere, Kate Middleton's doctored Mother's Day photo has triggered a firestorm of criticism, with international news agencies even voluntarily opting to remove the photo from circulation. Why is the world obsessed with the Princess' poor Photoshop skills?Find us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGFolkloryIf you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.comDo Men Think Women's Equality Has Gone Too Far?57% of S'porean men think women's equality has gone so far as to discriminate against men: Ipsos surveyMillennials and Gen Z less in favour of gender equality than older generationsCommentary: A new global gender divide is emerging2024 Report by IPSOS65% of women in Singapore have never asked for a pay rise: surveyS'pore women earn 14.3% less than men; gap narrowed over last five years: MOM dataWomen CEOs down to 12.5% in Singapore in 2023: MSCI report, ESGNew SME programme to support women entrepreneurs in financing, networkingKate Middleton's Photo ScandalKate photo: Princess of Wales seen after saying she edited Mother's Day pictureHow Kate Middleton's Photo Controversy Exposes Royal FlawsKate Middleton photo scandal raises questions about media, celebrity photosOne Shiok CommentComment by natural.oil.tachikomaPost by butthenhorOne Shiok ThingTides of change: One last look at Senoko Fishery PortLuca Nardi SHOCKS Novak Djokovic

    #502 - Italian Ambassador Calls Out Restaurant for Mafia Theme & Wendy's Backtracks on Surge Pricing for Fast Food

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2024 66:51


    Over the weekend, the Italian ambassador to Singapore went on social media and called out Italian restaurant Gotti Italiano for bearing the name of an infamous mob boss and for hosting a “Hip Hop Mafioso” night. The restaurant has since publicly apologised to the ambassador and for any offence caused. Is it a reasonable expectation for the owners of a restaurant in Singapore to be sensitive to cultural nuances of another country? Elsewhere, US fast food chain Wendy's caused a furore when their CEO revealed that they were looking at implementing “dynamic pricing” in their restaurants in 2025. Many took it to mean surge pricing a la Uber and Grab, and raged against the decision online, forcing Wendy's to issue a statement to clarify their position. Is surge pricing for food on its way?Find us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.comItalian Ambassador Calls Out Restaurant for Mafia ThemeItalian ambassador to Singapore takes Gotti Italiano restaurant to task for mafia references - CNAItalian ambassador to Singapore calls out Amoy Street's Gotti Italiano restaurant and mafia-themed event: ‘Not illegal, but is definitely of a dubious taste'[Dec 2022] Gotti Italiano is a swanky mafia-inspired Italian restaurant serving smoky Neapolitan pizza, pasta & cocktails perfect for a night out[Feb 2018] Colombian embassy condemns bar named after drug lord Pablo Escobar in letter to MFAWendy's Backtracks on Surge Pricing for Fast FoodCommentary: Surge pricing for fast food is a terrible idea – just look at the Wendy's backlashWendy's Clarifies It Will Not Be Implementing ‘Surge Pricing'Wendy's won't be introducing surge pricing, but it's nothing new to many industriesIs Wendy's Surge Pricing Going to Become the New Normal?One Shiok CommentComments on our YLB TikTok VideoOne Shiok ThingFoundation — Official TrailerThierry Henry's incredible masterclass on Kylian Mbappé's finishing | UCL Today | CBS Sports GolazoMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @c...

    #501 - Pritam Singh Wades into Leong Mun Wai POFMA Case & MP Tests Electric Dog Collars on Himself

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2024 60:29


    This week in Parliament, it was revealed that Leader of the Opposition Pritam Singh was the one who referred the West Coast couple in the recent POFMA case to Leong Mun Wai. Senior Parliamentary Secretary Eric Chua questioned his intentions in doing so before the Budget 2024 announcement, chastising the politicising of vulnerable people. Who's playing politics here? Elsewhere, MP Tan Kiat How revealed in Parliament that he has been testing electric dog collars on himself, as part of his research into whether these pet training accessories pose any harm to animals. Beyond the chorus of “Wut”s heard online, why are some reacting positively to this action?Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.comPritam Singh Wades into Leong Mun Wai POFMA CasePritam Singh referred couple in POFMA case to Leong Mun Wai; plight of vulnerable shouldn't be politicised, says Eric ChuaVideo of debate:  ‘Vulnerable people shouldn't be used as pawns': Eric Chua & Pritam SinghSPS Eric Chua calls out Leader of the Opposition Pritam Singh for not offering help to a vulnerable couple directlyFacebook post by Pritam SinghMP Tests Electric Dog Collars on HimselfS'pore MP tries electric dog collars on himself, says NParks not looking at banning its use on animals but to develop guidelines to prevent crueltyTan Kiat How zaps himself with electronic dog collar, fails at Level 7SMS Tan Kiat How personally tested 'a range of' electric dog collars on himself, says NParks looking at developing guidelines to prevent crueltyOne Shiok CommentComment by sometimesincorrectComment by skinnywaltzOne Shiok ThingSolskjaer Reveals All On Haaland, Ronaldo & United ExitGuest host Hank Green makes Nilay Patel explain why websites have a futureMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #500 - World's First TRISHAW Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2024 51:08


    CHECK OUT our new Ministry of Funny website at https://www.ministryoffunny.com/!It's the world's first TRISHAW PODCAST! We've sped through 499 episodes of Yah Lah BUT, so for ep 500, we decided to do something wheel-y special! Harking back to our MOF roots, we took it to the streets ON A TRISHAW to bring some YLB goodness to the gentrified hipster heritage district of the East Coast. We look back on some of our favourite moments on the podcast over the years, and talk about some of our plans for the future, including the spanking new MOF website! There is no East Coast Plan here; just skid marks, sore butts and lots of spandex in this Tour de Joo Chiat!Shoutout to Kent and his leg muscles for powering this podcast!Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.comReferencesYLB #428: Tan Kin Lian - Why He Left the PAP & What He Will Do Differently as PresidentYLB #77: XiaXue, like you've never heard her beforeYLB #78 - Narelle Kheng and being part of the “WOKE” generationYLB #83 - TrueLove.Is and the Controversy Behind What They DoYLB #85 - A gay man's thoughts on TrueLove.Is and other LGBTQ+ issues, feat. Sean FooYLB #88 - A gay pastor shares his thoughts on Christianity, TrueLove.Is & LGBTQ issueOne Shiok ThingDiners: The Most American Establishment?| Stuff You Should Know podcastMics from @shureEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #499 - Should Taylor Swift Belong With Singapore EXCLUSIVELY & Should NSmen Be Paid a “Salary”?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2024 60:02


    It's Taylor Swift Week! And alongside the buzz about her sold out series of concerts at the Sports Hub, officials in the Philippines have called out Singapore's deal with the singer, saying it "isn't what good neighbours do." Should we be feeling bad about depriving our regional neighbours of their dose of Swift-mania? Elsewhere, NSmen's allowances came under the spotlight in Parliament, with Opposition MP Gerald Giam arguing for paying our soldiers a higher salary that even includes CPF contributions. However, this idea was shot down by SMS Heng Chee How, who asked “for whom are we defending Singapore?” Is there any merit to this suggestion?Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.comShould Taylor Swift Belong With Singapore EXCLUSIVELYRevenue from top-tier events like Taylor Swift concerts goes back into 'highly impactful social events': Edwin TongGovt subsidies for Taylor Swift's exclusive Singapore deal 'nowhere as high' as speculated: Edwin TongS'pore 'proactively' courted Taylor Swift even before international tour dates announced: Edwin TongTaylor Swift's Singapore-Only Shows Have Neighboring Governments Seeing RedBad blood over Singapore Taylor Swift Eras tour subsidiesAnant-Radhika wedding: Here's how much Rihanna is getting paid to perform at the Ambani weddingColdplay concert buzz dampened by cannabis fumes in BangkokShould NSmen Be Paid a “Salary”?For whom are we defending Singapore? Heng Chee How asks after Gerald Giam suggests changing NS allowance to NS salaryOne Shiok CommentComment by storyreturnsComment by heylylaa27One Shiok ThingI tried powerlifting for 100 days - Matt D'AvellaThe new airless basketball is almost silent when you bounce it

    #498 ft. Shibani Mahtani - Why This Singaporean Journalist Dug Into China's Influence on Lianhe Zaobao Feat. Shibani Mahtani

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2024 70:40


    Shibani Mahtani is the Washington Post journalist who published an article last year which alleged that local Chinese newspaper Lianhe Zaobao “now routinely echoes some of Beijing's most strident falsehoods”. This prompted a strong rebuttal from the newspaper and even Singapore's ambassador to the US. However, Singapore recently invoked the Foreign Interference (Countermeasures) Act 2021 against businessman Philip Chan, who has had 25 articles published in Lianhe Zaobao before; how does Shibani feel about seeing this play out?Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryLooking for the perfect gift? Order a Folklory by 6 March 2024 and receive a limited edition bluetooth speaker, styled as a retro mixed tape! Click here to chat with us on WhatsApp and we'll get started on creating something meaningful for you &  your loved one!Find out all the info at Folklory.comIntern with Us!We're looking for kickass people to join our team, who are hungry and keen to work on some cool stuff with us. Here are the roles we're looking for: Social Media InternBusiness Development InternProject Management InternReferences[July 2023] In Singapore, loud echoes of Beijing's positions generate anxiety | The Washington PostBehind the Headlines: Why Shibani Mahtani Pissed Off Lianhe Zaobao | RiceAnalysis: Why Philip Chan was deemed to have 'crossed a red line' under Singapore's foreign interference law | CNAOne Shiok ThingOpenAI's Sora: How to Spot AI-Generated Videos | WSJTreasure At Home InstagramGhosts of Kalantiaw Trailer | SGIFF 2023Find Shibani!LinkedInX / TwitterWashington Post profileHer book: Among The BravesMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #497 ft. Jacky Ng - Did MOE Really Need Lessons on Israel-Hamas? & Leong Mun Wai Steps Down as PSP Chief

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2024 77:19


    This week, we got comedian Jacky Ng in the studio to talk about his upcoming hour-long standup performance, and to contribute his thoughts on a couple of funny (OK, maybe not-SO-funny) topics. Concerns arose last week when it was revealed that schools have been teaching students about the conflict in Gaza via their Character and Citizenship Education (CCE) lessons. The slides from the lessons were also heavily criticised for oversimplifying the issue. We went through the slides to see what MOE could have done better. Elsewhere, the PSP also announced that Leong Mun Wai would be stepping down as secretary-general of the party, as part of the fallout from the POFMA directive he received. Will this change the face of opposition politics in Singapore?Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryLooking for the perfect gift? Order a Folklory by 6 March 2024 and receive a limited edition bluetooth speaker, styled as a retro mixed tape! Click here to chat with us on WhatsApp and we'll get started on creating something meaningful for you &  your loved one!Find out all the info at Folklory.comWatch Jacky Live!Get tickets to his show on 13 Mar 2024 at Jacky.sg!And find more of his content online on his Instagram pageDid MOE Really Need Lessons on Israel-Hamas?CCE lesson on Israel-Hamas conflict not meant to teach history or apportion blame: Chan Chun SingThe MOE CCE Slide Deck on Israel-HamasCCE lessons such as on Israel-Hamas conflict help students process emotions, reflect on cohesion: Chan | The Straits TimesMOE responds to parents' criticisms over Israel-Hamas lesson material | The Straits TimesMediacorp and SPH's Interview with Minister for Education | MOETeachers don't impose personal views, advocate for any party in school lessons about Israel-Hamas war: MOE - TODAYIn full: Chan Chun Sing responds to questions in interview on MOE's CCE lessons on Israel-Hamas conflict - CNAMHA confirms that S'porean influencers were advised on content about Gaza conflict | The Straits TimesLeong Mun Wai Steps Down as PSP ChiefLeong Mun Wai stepped down as sec-gen of own accord, did not face no-confidence vote, says PSP | The Straits TimesAnalysis: POFMA order given as reason behind Leong Mun Wai's resignation as PSP chief but could there be other factors? - CNALeong Mun Wai issued POFMA & PUB Calls Out Sterra for “Misleading” Ad | #YLB 493One Shiok ThingDante Chen's WWE DebutThe Curse Official Trailer | SHOWTIME

    #496 ft. Clarence Sim - Why NTU Scientist Called Out Sterra for Misleading Water Ad

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2024 67:07


    Clarence Sim AKA @clarencesimple, the NTU scientist who went viral after highlighting filtration company Sterra's misleading ad on tap water in Singapore, drops by the YLB studio! He talks about his journey as a science communicator, why he decided to call out Sterra, and whether the company has since reached out to him to make amends. And oh, he also talks about all the THIRSTY messages in his DMs he's received in the aftermath.Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryOur slots for March are open! Order your Folklory by 29 Feb 2024, and you'll receive your Folklory, guaranteed!Click here to chat with us on WhatsApp and we'll get started on creating something meaningful for you &  your loved one!Intern with Us!We're looking for kickass people to join our team, who are hungry and keen to work on some cool stuff with us. Here are the roles we're looking for: Social Media InternBusiness Development InternProject Management InternReferencesClarence's viral IG reelPUB & NTU scientist call out water purifier ad that claims S'pore's tap water contains 'bacteria & algae'YLB #493 - Leong Mun Wai issued POFMA & PUB Calls Out Sterra for “Misleading” AdOne Shiok ThingThe Turbulent Story of Skull and Bones | IGN Inside StoriesMonkey Man | Official TrailerComments on Clarence's viral IG reelFind Clarence!Clarence on IGMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #495 - Did Taylor Swift and STB Strike Deal for Exclusivity? & Messi's China Backlash Continues

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2024 71:51


    In response to recent rumours of a Southeast-Asia exclusivity deal, STB and the Ministry of Community, Culture and Youth (MCCY) clarified that a grant had been provided to help bring Taylor Swift's concert to Singapore, but did not confirm if the deal was indeed exclusive. Will this news cause bad blood with Swifties in our neighbouring countries? Elsewhere, the fallout over football star Messi's no-show on the pitch in Hong Kong continues. Most recently, a pair of friendly matches in China featuring Argentina's football team were cancelled, and Messi had to post another video on Weibo explaining his absence. Will this messy issue ever be resolved?Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeOur Sponsor: OctaFx!This episode is brought to you by Octa:Get the OctaFX Trading app at https://bit.ly/YahLahBut_Octa and use promo code YAHLAHBUT to double your deposit!FolkloryOur slots for March are open! Order your Folklory by 29 Feb 2024, and you'll receive your Folklory, guaranteed!Click here to chat with us on WhatsApp and we'll get started on creating something meaningful for you &  your loved one!Did Taylor Swift and STB Strike Deal for Exclusivity?STB gave grant for Taylor Swift's Singapore concerts, other government bodies 'worked directly' with promoter AEGAirfares, hotel bookings surge in March 2024 as fans flock to S'pore for Taylor Swift showsSingapore sought exclusivity deal over Taylor Swift concerts in south-east Asia, Thai PM allegesS'pore govt clarifies Taylor Swift sponsor rumour, says it worked directly with organisers due to 'significant demand'Jewel Changi Airport to host Taylor Swift sing-along on 1 Mar that'll 'make the whole place shimmer'From Coldplay to Taylor Swift, Singapore's Concert Dominance Explained | TIMEThe Economy (Taylor's Version) | Washington PostTaylor Swift Is Making An Insane Amount Of Money Every Night On The Eras Tour | ForbesMessi's China Backlash ContinuesLionel Messi defends HK absence as China backlash continuesBeijing has no plans to hold matches in which Lionel Messi will participate: local football association | Global TimesOne Shiok CommentComment by fujishibaMeme of Terence by MemediacorpsgOne Shiok ThingZuckerberg left hanging at UFCHow A24 took over HollywoodMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #494 - Budget 2024: What the Media Missed Feat. Reggie From The Financial Coconut

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2024 84:52


    For the first “instalment” of the Forward SG social compact, DPM Lawrence Wong delivered Budget 2024, which leaned in on preparing workers for uncertain times ahead, and providing relief for those affected by ongoing retrenchments. In what's becoming an annual tradition, we invited Reggie, boss of personal finance network The Financial Coconut (TFC) into our studio to help us read the tea leaves about the budget, and what the mainstream media missed.Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryOur slots for March are open! Order your Folklory by 29 Feb 2024, and you'll receive your Folklory, guaranteed!Click here to chat with us on WhatsApp and we'll get started on creating something meaningful for you &  your loved one!Intern with Us!We're looking for kickass people to join our team, who are hungry and keen to work on some cool stuff with us. Here are the roles we're looking for: Social Media InternBusiness Development InternProject Management InternOne Shiok ThingFULL SEGMENT — Rock and Reigns lay the SmackDown on the WWE Universe: SmackDown, Feb. 16, 2024Sora AINational Gallery SingaporeFind Reggie!WebsitePodcastReggie's IGRedditMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #493 - Leong Mun Wai issued POFMA & PUB Calls Out Sterra for “Misleading” Ad

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2024 48:01


    This past week, NCMP and PSP leader Leong Mun Wai was issued a POFMA for publishing false information about an elderly West Coast couple who were allegedly facing financial difficulties. Was there any merit to this POFMA? Elsewhere, PUB called out water purifier firm Sterra for its “misleading” advertisements that made dubious claims about the cleanliness of Singapore tap water. Was this a POFMA-able event?Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeIntern with Us!We're looking for kickass people to join our team, who are hungry and keen to work on some cool stuff with us. Here are the roles we're looking for: Social Media InternBusiness Development InternProject Management InternLeong Mun Wai issued POFMAPofma order issued to Leong Mun Wai, The Online Citizen, Gutzy Asia over falsehoods on lack of financial aid for West Coast residents - TODAYCorrections regarding falsehoods in Mr Leong Mun Wai social media posts (12 Feb 2024) and republished by The Online Citizen and Gutzy AsiaFB Post by Leong Mun WaiPUB Calls Out Sterra for “Misleading” AdSingapore's tap water safe to drink, no need for further filtering devices: PUBWater purifier firm Sterra "reviewing marketing procedures" after criticism over its advertisementOne Shiok CommentComment by hatchegg80Comment by KcplskyOne Shiok ThingImmortalised in Wax: Yip Pin Xiu's Wax Figure [Behind The Scene

    #492 - Police Investigate Events Related to Israel-Hamas War & Ubisoft Video Game Features Singapore Accent

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2024 58:18


    The police announced that they are looking into 2 events related to the Israel-Hamas war that took place in Singapore over the last couple of weeks, including a march to deliver letters to the Istana. In light of how the rest of the world is reacting to the Middle East conflict, were these events really out of line? Elsewhere, Singaporean actress Caitanya Tan is starring in the new Ubisoft video game, Skull and Bones, but rather than celebrating the fact, people have pounced on her character's Singapore accent instead. Why the hate for Singlish?Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.comPolice Investigate Events Related to Israel-Hamas WarPolice investigate 2 events related to Israel-Hamas war, warn against protesting at Singapore AirshowSPF | Media Reply For Events – Letters For Palestine: With Love, From Singapore, Steadfast For Palestine, And The Singapore Airshow 2024[2023] Police, NParks will reject applications to hold public events relating to Israel-Hamas war[2023] How Watermelon Became a Symbol of Palestinian SolidarityIsrael Aerospace Industries (IAI) at the Singapore AirshowUbisoft Video Game Features Singapore AccentClip of Singaporean Character in Skull and Bones GameplayCaitanya's Video Explaining Her VoiceoverDefinition and Examples of AcrolectsOne Shiok CommentSubReddit Thread on SG ReservesComment by piercemcclane1965One Shiok ThingTed Lasso - Official TrailerLove Deadline | Official Trailer | NetflixMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #491 - Parliament Debates on Singapore's Reserves & Mr Coconut Shows Receipts in Employee Dispute

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2024 66:56


    This week, PM Lee and members of the Opposition were engaged in a marathon debate about Singapore's reserves, with PSP putting forward a motion to use more of the national reserves for the needs of the current generation of Singaporeans. Who made the better points in the debate? Elsewhere, Mr Coconut is currently caught in a bitter dispute with an ex-employee, who alleged on social media that she was unfairly terminated by the company due to her pregnancy. Mr Coconut then published the results of their internal investigations, which included CCTV footage of the employee watching TV on the job, as well as other details about her work performance. Who's in the wrong here?Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.comParliament Debates on Singapore's ReservesPSP's motion on reserves passes after PAP's amendments, WP & PSP rejects amended motionParliament votes for amended motion on national reserves, rejects PSP motion to review fiscal policiesOpposition MPs debate reserves accumulation and use: 6 key issues and the Govt's responsePM Lee calls on opposition to be 'upfront' about stance on Singapore's reserves and take ideas to ballot boxMr Coconut Shows Receipts in Employee DisputeMr Coconut brings tea & receipts: Woman fired for reasons other than pregnancy, watched movie on phone at workMr Coconut employee alleges unfair dismissal due to pregnancy, company releases findings pointing to her poor performanceOne Shiok CommentComment by nyetkattReddit thread by TrueNeighborhood3540One Shiok ThingHigh Performance PodcastSteven Tyler, Slash, and Train “Dream On” at the Howard Stern Birthday Bash (2014)Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #490 - Does Police Officer Suicide Deserve Inquiry & NTU is Now a Tourist Attraction?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2024 55:26


    The 2023 suicide case of police officer Uvaraja Gopal and related discrimination allegations were addressed by Minister Shanmugam in Parliament this week, prompting a question by NCMP Leong Mun Wai about whether the case warranted a Committee of Inquiry. Does his point have any merit? Elsewhere, NTU announced that it will be imposing a fee on tourist groups coming to their campus in response to an influx of visitors in recent months. Will this really help to mitigate the issues of security, privacy and overcrowding?Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.comDoes Police Officer Suicide Deserve InquiryPolice officer suicide: Workplace racism allegations in SPF will be investigated as disciplinary breaches, says Shanmugam - CNAInternal investigation, not inquiry committee, held for SPF officer's death to protect morale: ShanmugamCop who made discrimination allegations faced 3 investigations at time of death: Shanmugam | The Straits TimesSPF went to ‘considerable lengths' to help late sergeant Uvaraja Gopal through health, family issues: Shanmugam - CNA[2007] Second reading speech on Inquiries Bill by DPM Prof S JayakumarNTU is Now a Tourist Attraction?NTU imposes fee on tourists amid influx to university campuses which students say is disrupting classes, crowding canteensOne Shiok CommentComment by VICSHAQComment by OriginalGoat1One Shiok ThingIce Cold: Murder, Coffee and Jessica Wongso | Official Trailer | NetflixMiley Cyrus at the Grammys 2024Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #489 - Foreign Interference Law Invoked Against Businessman & Hong Kong Left Outraged by Messi

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2024 54:51


    Last week, a Singaporean businessman, Phillip Chan, became the first person to be designated a “politically significant person” under the recently implemented foreign interference law. Is this a valid use of this law? Elsewhere, Hong Kong football fans were left raging when Lionel Messi sat out of an exhibition match between Inter Miami and a local team due to injury. Is the fans' anger valid?Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.comForeign Interference Law Invoked Against BusinessmanSingaporean businessman the first person to be served 'notice of intended designation' under foreign interference lawWho is Philip Chan, the man against whom S'pore has invoked its foreign interference law?The case of Philip Chan: Beijing steps up efforts to co-opt diaspora to ‘tell the China story well'[Dec 2023] Anti-foreign interference law to come into full force on Dec 29 after provisions on local proxies take effect - TODAY[Sep 2022] Maruah, Think Centre criticise draft foreign interference law, raise concern about uncertainty over their activities - TODAYHong Kong Left Outraged by MessiMessi sits out Hong Kong friendly; government may cut support fundingTatler XFEST - Hong Kong Team vs Inter Miami CF | February 4, 2024Lionel Messi angers Hong Kong after sitting out matchOne Shiok CommentComment by KcplskyComment by kaliwalihabibiOne Shiok Thingthe thing no one will say about Apple Vision Pro - by Casey NeistatMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #488 - TikTok CEO's Ties to China Questioned & Theatre Company's New Name “Disrespectful”?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2024 59:15


    TikTok CEO Chew Shou Zi was grilled by US senators on his personal ties to China; one senator even asked pointedly about the status of his Singapore citizenship. Some decried the line of questioning as “racist”, but was it really? Elsewhere, the Singapore Repertory Theatre recently announced that it is changing its name to Singapore Theatre Company, to the consternation of some in the local theatre community. Was it just much ado about nothing, or is there more to this disquiet?Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeIntern with us!If you're looking to do some kickass work, we're looking for a super-intern to help us with project management and social media! If you're keen, send us your CV at contact@ministroffunny.com and we'll share more details!TikTok CEO's Ties to China QuestionedCotton defends pressing TikTok CEO on ties to Chinese Communist PartyTikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew is Singaporean, not Chinese. Somebody please convince Senator Tom CottonAccusations, tears and rants: 5 takeaways from today's tech CEO hearing | CNN BusinessVideo of Tom Cotton in Senate Judiciary Committee HearingKids aren't safe on social media, lawmakers say. Tech CEOs are back in DC this week to pledge (again) that they'll handle itTech CEOs told ‘you have blood on your hands' at US Senate child safety hearing, International - THE BUSINESS TIMES[2017] Opinion | What Singapore is saying by expelling China hand Huang Jing[2020] How a Singaporean man went from NUS PhD student to working for Chinese intelligence in the US - CNATheatre Company's New Name “Disrespectful”?‘No company can be Singapore Theatre Company': SRT's rebrand draws flak from theatre communitySingapore Repertory Theatre changes name to Singapore Theatre CompanyOne Shiok CommentComment by SnooDingos316Comments on TikTok video One Shiok ThingI'm A Virgo - Official TrailerJim Cornette on the Vince McMahon scandalMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #487 - Janil Puthucheary Tells LGBTQ Youths to “Stay” & Should Migrant Workers Get Free Coldplay Tickets?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2024 59:05


    Senior Minister of State for Communications and Information and for Health Dr Janil Puthucheary said that young LGBTQ people should “stand up for what you believe in” in Singapore instead of leaving the country, in response to a question from Pink Dot SG spokesperson Clement Tan at a conference. Why was this response not particularly well-received by online commentators? Elsewhere, some migrant workers were treated by a soup kitchen to free Coldplay concert tickets, which caused a few doubters to question the point of the action. Why the hate?Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.comanil Puthucheary Tells LGBTQ Youths to “Stay”‘Stay... stand up for what you believe in': Janil Puthucheary tells LGBTQ youths thinking of leaving SingaporeProgram for IPS Event - Singapore Youth Perspectives 2024Women aged 21 to 49 more likely than male peers to accept being single, married without children: IPS pollYouths in Singapore more likely to report higher levels of social isolation and loneliness: IPS pollVideo of Q&A by Clement Tan with Dr JanilShould Migrant Workers Get Free Coldplay Tickets?#trending: S'pore migrant workers get free Coldplay concert tickets, but some question if they'd enjoy the showOne Shiok CommentComment by buziliangli6789Comment by SnooDingos316One Shiok ThingWet balls tested at the FIH #Hockey5s World CupTrue Detective - Season 1: TrailerMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #486 - Vizzio CEO's Fake Degree Fallout & CDC Vouchers Used at Massage Parlours

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2024 56:15


    The fallout from the revelation of the CEO's fake credentials at the AI startup Vizzio continues, with an interim CEO being appointed to take over. But who were the real victims in this web of half-truths and lies? Elsewhere, TODAY journalists uncovered that some massage parlours were accepting payments in CDC vouchers for “special services” of a sexual nature. Is this a big enough problem that will force authorities to clamp down on the use of CDC vouchers?Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryV-DAY Alert! If you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for that special someone. Get started at Folklory.comOrder by Wed, 31 Jan 2024 and get your Folklory by V-Day guaranteed!Vizzio CEO's Fake Degree FalloutVizzio CEO's fabricated credentials, inflated client list haunt start-upVizzio board backs CEO despite sham doctorate, Lee admits 'grave misjudgment'Kai-Fu Lee quit Vizzio's board days before founder's sham degree exposedVizzio founder, CEO steps down amid controversyWoman jailed for getting jobs with forged NTU degree, says she faced economic and parental pressureCDC Vouchers Used at Massage ParloursHappy spending? Some heartland massage parlours tout illicit services payable with CDC vouchersOne Shiok CommentComment by tropicalfish1117Comment by raveneneneOne Shiok ThingKorea Republic 3 - 3 MalaysiaWhy Ip Man's Insane Fight Scenes Feel So RealMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #485 - Chinese SG Teen Identifies as White Supremacist & Should We Use New Notes for CNY?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2024 62:01


    A self-radicalized Chinese teenager was detained by the ISD for his white supremacist views. What caused this strange turn of events? Elsewhere, queues formed for new and fit-for-gifting notes for CNY; but why does this practice still persist?Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryV-DAY Alert! If you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for that special someone. Get started at Folklory.comOrder by Wed, 31 Jan 2024 and get your Folklory by V-Day guaranteed!Chinese SG Teen Identifies as White SupremacistSelf-radicalised S'porean, 16, who identified as white supremacist, given restriction order under ISA16-year-old Singaporean who identified as white supremacist issued restriction order under ISA; second case of far-right radicalisationaskST: What is far-right extremist ideology and how did a S'porean teen become radicalised?Update on Terrorism-Related Cases Under the Internal Security ActFirst Singaporean who was detained for far-right extremist ideologies in 2020 released following rehabilitation programmeRising threat of far-right extremism could be worsened by global conflicts like Ukraine war: ISDShould We Use New Notes for CNY?Snaking queues at ATMs on 1st day for withdrawal of hongbao notesChoose Fit-for-Gifting Notes this Lunar New Year in Support of a Greener Future!One Shiok CommentComment by nyetkattComment by KirbyOngOne Shiok ThingWhy do I always spill my coffee? - Oxford SparksMan On The Run TrailerMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #484 - Was SimplyGo U-turn the Right Move & Old Chang Kee Costs $7 in London?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2024 56:53


    The U-turn that came out of nowhere! Fresh from being sworn in as the Minister of Transport, Chee Hong Tat announced that the plan to transition fully to SimplyGo by 1st June would be shelved. Does this show that the authorities are listening to feedback, or is it just delaying the inevitable? Elsewhere, a viral TikTok showed that an Old Chang Kee sardine puff from the Trafalgar Square outlet sells for about $7, triggering a range of responses from incredulous Singaporeans. Is the higher price in London warranted?Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.comWas SimplyGo U-turn the Right Move?LTA shelves plan to replace older public transport payment cards with SimplyGo by JuneCommuters no longer need to switch to SimplyGo as LTA U-turns on move to replace older ticketing systemSimplyGo timeline: How it came about and why the change of mind on EZ-Link, NETS FlashPay card replacementSingapore's rare U-turn on transport payment: will SimplyGo ‘policy blind spot' become an election issue? | South China Morning PostCommentary: SimplyGo Ez-link woes — why contactless card payments haven't taken off in S'pore as they have elsewhereMPs voice support as MOT & LTA postpone transition to SimplyGoOld Chang Kee Costs $7 in London?#trending: S$7 for Old Chang Kee sardine puff? Netizens reel over steep prices at homegrown brand's London outletOne Shiok CommentComments on YLB Video on TikTokOne Shiok ThingChinese-developed nuclear-powered battery can last 50 years without rechargingAqua gets candid about their new resurgence since "Barbie"Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #483 - Singaporeans Not Ready for Umbrella-Sharing & SUTD Students Proud of Ridiculed Chinatown Dragon

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2024 38:19


    A free umbrella sharing service for Joo Chiat residents to use in the event of sudden downpours was stopped because people did not return the umbrellas after using them. After deploying more than 1,180 umbrellas, the program became unsustainable, which begs the question: are Singaporeans really just an inconsiderate lot? Elsewhere, people took to social media to ridicule the CNY Dragon decor at Chinatown, saying that it had “human-looking” feature. How did the university students who designed the decor feel about this criticism?Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.comSingaporeans Not Ready for Umbrella-Sharing'Not sustainable': Joo Chiat's free umbrella-sharing service to stop due to low return rates by inconsiderate usersR[2018] Raining on their parade, ungracious users put dampener on umbrella-sharing projectSUTD Students Proud of Ridiculed Chinatown DragonDespite online criticism, SUTD students proud of annual CNY lantern designs in ChinatownShrek or Pikotaro? CNY dragon decor in Chinatown fires up social mediaS'pore Chinatown dragon looks like famous HK actor & Pen-Pineapple-Apple-Pen guyOne Shiok CommentComment by chrislim7615Comment by internetlurker96One Shiok ThingOfficial Gameplay Reveal Trailer: Indiana Jones and the Great CircleMeet the Disney Imagineer Behind the VR Breakthough That Is the 'HoloTile'Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #482 - Transport Minister Iswaran Charged for Corruption & Otters Return to Torment Fish Owner in Bukit Timah

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2024 70:06


    S Iswaran resigned from his cabinet position as Transport Minister and MP, in light of being formally charged for 27 offences including corruption on Thursday. The list of charges included details about concerts, football matches and even a private jet to Doha. What happens now? Elsewhere, a Bukit Timah resident's fish pond was brutally ravaged for the 2nd time in just over a year by a group of otters. This time, the resident's 16 arowanas were decimated. What should be done about these killer otters?Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeTransport Minister Iswaran Charged for CorruptionIswaran charged with multiple offences including corruption, resigns as Transport MinisterIswaran charged: A timeline of CPIB's probe - TODAYPenal Code 1871 - Singapore Statutes OnlinePrevention of Corruption Act 1960 - Singapore Statutes OnlineWhat are Iswaran's charges and what happens next?AGC to make decision about CPIB's investigations into Ong Beng Seng after Iswaran's case - CNAPMO | Statement by PM Lee Hsien Loong on the Resignation of Mr S IswaranS. Iswaran handed 27 charges including corruption following CPIB investigation; resigns as Transport Minister and MPCivil servants cannot retain gifts over S$50, same 'spirit' applies to political office holders: Chan Chun Sing - CNAOtters Return to Torment Fish Owner in Bukit Timah1 year after 40 of her fishes killed, otters kill Bukit Timah resident's arowanas, left 1 dead inside houseOtters kill over 40 koi & fishes leaving Bukit Timah resident too 'traumatised' to rear fish againOne Shiok CommentComment by singaporeingOne Shiok ThingAmerican Nightmare | Official Trailer | NetflixBEEF | Official TrailerMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #481 - Donald Trump Returns to Spotlight in Iowa & Government Crowdsourcing Website Highlights Budget Meals in Singapore

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2024 67:34


    This week, Donald Trump cemented his frontrunner status within the US Republican party as President Joe Biden's most likely opponent. Why does this matter for the rest of the world? Elsewhere, the Singapore government's BudgetMealGoWhere portal allows the public to search for budget meal options at nearby HDB coffee shops. Why did this leave a bad taste in people's mouths?Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.comDonald Trump Returns to Spotlight in IowaDonald Trump wins Iowa caucus, taking first step toward a Biden rematchAnalyzing Trump's Iowa caucus win using precinct results and entrance polls - POLITICOExplained: How US elects its President? A look at the electoral process | MintIowa caucuses: What Trump's dominant win means for his rivals - BBC NewsDonald Trump's win in Iowa shows his appeal is expanding beyond his baseMary Trump Flags Setback For Donald Trump Despite Iowa Win | HuffPostSmall states should unite to call out big powers for violating international law: ShanmugamGovernment Crowdsourcing Website Highlights Budget Meals in SingaporeFound a budget meal at a coffee shop? Add it to this government crowdsourcing websiteThe Great Budget Meal HuntOne Shiok CommentComment by munster1440Reddit poll by Majestic-Economist-6One Shiok ThingLife on Our Planet | Official TrailerAtarashii Gakko!Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #480 - EZ-Link to SimplyGo Transition Goes Off Track & KTV Job Ad Appears on Government Portal

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2024 53:20


    The recent announcement that all adult commuters will have to use the SimplyGo platform for public transport payments by June sent the public into a frenzy, with many lamenting the confusing nature of the transition. Of course, it didn't help that the SimplyGo app was overwhelmed by downloads not long after the announcement, bringing the robustness of the system into question. Why the big hoo-ha? Elsewhere, a job ad for a KTV performer appeared on a Singapore government job portal, searching for locals to fill the role. Are KTVs now going legit?Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.comEZ-Link to SimplyGo Transition Goes Off TrackNon-SimplyGo EZ-Link, NETS FlashPay cards not valid for public transport from JuneFare display using SimplyGo EZ-Link cards 'technically possible' but would create longer queues: LTASimplyGo app overwhelmed by downloads after move to phase out older cardsSimplyGo away, leave Singapore's travel tech alone, and don't blame commuter traffic for unhelpful payment systemKTV Job Ad Appears on Government PortalJob ad for KTV performer fluent in Vietnamese & Thai appears on S'pore govt portal, part of fair hiring search for locals to fill roleOne Shiok CommentComment by rosegold_catComment by internetlurker96One Shiok ThingNYAD | Official Trailer"You F*cking Racist" - Bassem Youssef's HEATED Debate Over Israel vs PalestineMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #479 - Jamus Lim Calls MAS Proposal “Unfair” for Scam Victims & Why Bus 167 was Reinstated

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2024 69:05


    In Parliament this week, WP MP Jamus Lim called the Monetary Authority of Singapore's proposed loss-sharing framework for phishing scams “fundamentally unfair”, and suggested that scam victims should bear no more than $500 of the cost. Many rushed to call him a populist and other names, but is there any merit to his suggestion? Elsewhere, some numbers were revealed in Parliament to explain why Bus 167 linking Sembawang to the CBD was discontinued, then reinstated. Why the sudden U-turn?Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.comJamus Lim Calls MAS Proposal “Unfair” for Scam VictimsWP MP proposes scam victims should bear no more than S$100-S$500 of lossesSingapore's 'Money Lock' Safeguards S$3.2 Billion Across 38,000 Bank AccountsWritten reply to Parliamentary Question on the take-up rate of the "Money Lock" feature in local banksMOM clarifies CPF Board has no intention to consider scheme to insure members against scam lossesSingapore telcos offer call blocking from international numbers to combat scams[Oct 2023] $1.4 trillion lost to scams globally; S'pore victims lost the most on average: StudyYah Lah But 452: Banks and Telcos to Share Responsibility for Scams & Man U Players Gorilla Emoji DebacleWhy Bus 167 was ReinstatedReducing frequency of bus service 167 saves S$2.6 million in subsidies every year: MOTWritten Reply to Parliamentary Question on Rationale for Reinstating Bus Service 167 after Discontinuation AnnouncementLTA Media Statement on Bus Service 167Bus service 167 ends, routes shortened amid 'almost tripled' ridership on Thomson-East Coast LineOne Shiok CommentComment by ewmurphyComment by edwardxadOne Shiok ThingThe Internet Sucks. Neal Agarwal Is on a Quest to Save It.3 Body Problem | Official Trailer | NetflixMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #478 - Time to Review Ministerial Salaries & Tourist “Steals” Disposable Chopsticks?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2024 53:51


    Minister Chan Chun Sing revealed that the Ministerial salary review due in 2023 has been deferred because of “other pressing issues”. What does this mean? Elsewhere, a tourist was accused of stealing disposable cutlery from a hawker stall, and took to social media to vent. Is there any merit to the tourist's complaint?Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.comTime to Review Ministerial SalariesMinisterial salary review due in 2023 deferred because of 'other pressing issues'Singapore ministerial salary review due in 2023 deferred, says Chan Chun SingHere's How Much Singapore's President And Cabinet Ministers Are Paid In SalaryMedian Income in Singapore (2023): What It Means & Where You Stand[Jan 2023] Review of political office holders' salaries likely to take place in 2023: Chan Chun Sing[Mar 2018] Singapore Budget 2018: Ministerial salaries to stay put, but will be reviewed again - DPM Teo[2012] Salaries for a Capable and Committed Government (White Paper)[Nov 2023] Japan PM to return part of salary ahead of proposed hike | HRD AsiaTourist “Steals” Disposable Chopsticks?Tourist takes disposable chopsticks without buying food from Maxwell hawker stall, gets accused of 'stealing'One Shiok CommentComment by Humorousguy64One Shiok ThingJa started dancing after catching a lob

    #477 - Lazada Layoffs Ruffles Union & Closure of Street Soccer Court Sparks Debate

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2024 72:50


    In the first week of 2024, Lazada employees were welcomed back to work with the shocking news of company-wide layoffs. Even NTUC and the workers' union expressed their “disappointment” at not being informed about the unfortunate turn of events. Is there anything that can be done to mitigate the situation? Elsewhere, the recent closure of a street soccer court has sparked debate about whether football has a future in land-scarce Singapore. But is it really THAT important to allow kids to play football?Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.comLazada Layoffs Ruffles UnionSudden layoffs at Lazada left people crying, baffled, say employeesNTUC ‘deeply disappointed' over Lazada layoffs, says union was not consultedLazada S'pore retrenches staff at start of 2024 ahead of possible IPO, fails to notify unionWorkers' union accepts Lazada's apology over layoffs; talks on better retrenchment benefits ongoingMOM's Mandatory Retrenchment NotificationsClosure of Street Soccer Court Sparks DebateTemporary closure of Kampong Chai Chee street soccer court sparks debate onlineCommentary: It's time to think about where kids can freely play football in SingaporeIf we don't tolerate kids and let them play freely, Singapore will pay the eventual priceOne Shiok CommentComment by user-ey5xz8hn9iComment by ogapagoda2Comment by HelloEiraOne Shiok ThingSingle's Inferno 3 | Official TrailerBLACKkKLANSMAN - Official Trailer [HD]Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #476 ft. Andie Chen - What Taiwan Taught Him About Singaporeans, Winning a Star Award (or NOT) & Why He Loves YLB

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2024 74:40


    Friend and regular guest on YLB Andie Chen drops by the studio for the first time in a while to talk about his recent AACA acting award win, what he's learnt about Singapore from living in Taiwan for 3 years, and how he stayed calm even while getting punched in the face. Oh, and he explains why he loves YLB as well.This was recorded on 20 Dec 2023. Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.comOne Shiok ThingHow to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply and Being Deeply SeenThe Genetic Lottery: Why DNA Matters for Social EqualityThe BearFind Andie!InstagramFacebookMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #475 - Chan Chun Sing Advises Parents to Give Kids Space & 17yo Vietnamese Bride Seeks Husband Earning $4,800

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 68:39


    In an interview marking the start of the school year, Education Minister Chan Chun Sing gave blunt advice to parents of young children. Why is his advice prompting cynical reactions on social media? Elsewhere, a Singapore bride agency put up an advertisement for a 17-year-old Vietnamese lady seeking a husband earning at least $4,800. Some criticised the requirement set by the agency, while others questioned the lady's age. Did the bride agency do anything wrong?Find us here! YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IG YLB YouTube FolkloryIf you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.com Chan Chun Sing Advises Parents to Give Kids Space Give children space to grow and be independent: Chan Chun Sing Chan Chun Sing lays out key priorities for S'pore's education system in 2024 [5 Dec] Singapore tops world education list along with Asia's Japan and South Korea, as Europe sees ‘worrying' decline [7 Dec] Less than half of S'pore students say parents ask about problems in school, lower than OECD average [Oct 2023] CNA Explains: What you need to know about full subject-based banding 17yo Vietnamese Bride Seeks Husband Earning $4,800 S'pore bride agency lists Vietnamese girl, 17, with S$4,800 salary requirement of prospective husband, sparks controversy [Apr 2021] 'You're not here to buy, you're here to marry': S'porean who founded Vietnamese bride agency B & G Vietnamese Bride Marriage Agency Website One Shiok CommentRepeat: Comment by Entire-Reflection954 One Shiok Thing Jacob Acrobat on Instagram FULL SEGMENT – The Rock returns and wants The Head of the Table: Raw Day 1 highlights, Jan. 1, 2024 Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #474 - A Look Back at 2023: Singapore's Top 10 Trending News Topics

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2023 47:54


    It's that time of the year again, where we look back at the Top 10 Trending News Stories as collated by Google Trends. In a year rife with political scandals, a Presidential Election and $50,000 Taylor Swift concert packages, what were Singaporeans really searching for?Find us here! YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IG YLB YouTube FolkloryIf you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.com Singapore's Top 10 Trending News Topics Year in Search: Google's top searches for S'pore in 2023 Year in Search 2023 Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #473 - People's Park Complex to be Conserved & Residents Gripe about New Columbarium

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 26, 2023 60:17


    People's Park Complex is being considered for conservation by the Government, a move which has been praised by heritage experts. However, some of the owners are not as happy, preferring complete redevelopment instead. Who's right? Elsewhere, residents in Sembawang have reacted with shock to the announcement that a new columbarium might be built near their homes. Is this another case of NIMBY rearing its ugly head?Find us here! YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IG YLB YouTube FolkloryIf you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.com People's Park Complex to be Conserved People's Park Complex assessed to be of 'high heritage significance', may affect collective sale Heritage lovers laud People's Park Complex's possible conservation, but some say total rebuild better for business [Oct 2022] Golden Mile Complex gazetted as conserved building [Jan 2023] Pioneer architect behind People's Park Complex and Golden Mile Complex dies Residents Gripe about New Columbarium Residents fear plans of new columbarium complex in Mandai may affect property prices, impact en bloc deal New funeral and columbarium complex may be built in Mandai One Shiok Comment Comment by internetlurker96 Comment byEntire-Reflection954 One Shiok Thing League of Pigs Tiny Desk by Caroline Polachek Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #472 - Israeli Folk Dance Class Sparks Debate & IKEA Singapore to Absorb GST Hike

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2023 66:01


    An Israeli folk dance class offered by the People's Association online portal has sparked debate online about whether such an activity should be promoted at this point of time. Should the class be cancelled? Elsewhere, IKEA Singapore announced that it will be absorbing the upcoming GST increase and maintaining its current prices into 2024 to help alleviate inflation concerns of Singaporeans. What is the motive behind this move?Find us here! YLB TikTok  YLB IG YLB YouTube FolkloryIf you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.com Israeli Folk Dance Class Sparks Debate Israeli folk dance class part of efforts to 'promote racial harmony', say grassroot organisations amid online controversy Singapore Palestine Film Festival Palestinian Folk Dance - Dapke IKEA Singapore to Absorb GST Hike IKEA S'pore to absorb 1% GST hike & maintain current prices in 2024 IKEA Singapore to absorb GST hike in 2024 to remain affordable for the many people One Shiok Comment Comment by rosegold_cat Comment by zeezeeway One Shiok Thing Band of Brothers - Trailer Piers Morgan vs Steven Crowder | The Full Interview Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #471 - Catholic Church in Singapore Clarifies Stance on Same-Sex Unions & Tengah BTO Residents' Struggles

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2023 64:38


    This past week, the Vatican said in a landmark ruling that Roman Catholic priests can administer blessings to same-sex couples. The Catholic Church in Singapore then came out to reiterate its stance against 'official blessings' of same-sex unions, drawing snide remarks from online commenters. Elsewhere, Tengah BTO residents have been facing challenges adjusting to life in their new town. Is there any justification for their grievances?Find us here! YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IG YLB YouTube Our Sponsor, Lendela Win $50 shopping vouchers by finishing a survey that'll take less than 3 minutes! Click here for the survey! Lendela is a lending comparison service that “helps you find the best personal loan in Singapore”, tailored to YOU Lendela has been an awesome partner, so please show them some ❤️ Catholic Church in Singapore Clarifies Stance on Same-Sex Unions Catholic Church in Singapore reiterates stance against 'official blessings' of same-sex unions Pope Francis approves blessings for same-sex couples | AP News Vatican approves blessings for same-sex couples in landmark ruling  Doctrinal declaration opens possibility of blessing couples in irregular situations - Vatican News Responsum of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith to a dubium regarding the blessing of the unions of persons of the same sex [Feb 2023] Anglican Church in S'pore ‘deeply disappointed' by Church of England's blessing of same-sex couples | The Straits Times Tengah BTO Residents' StrugglesTengah's early residents bemoan lack of amenities, transport options and connectivityOne Shiok Comment Comment by OriginalGoat1 Post by rosegold_cat One Shiok Thing Levelling up in retirement: Seniors find joy playing CS: GO after 14-week e-sports course Music Video VFX Magic With ATARASHII GAKKO! Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #470 - Prism+ Xiaxue Air-con Ad Deemed Misleading & Are Ang Baos at Weddings Necessary?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2023 68:32


    An Instagram ad for Prism+ air-conditioners was deemed to be “misleading” by Singapore's advertising watchdog, and was forced to be taken offline. Is “greenwashing” an actual problem, or are people being too woke? Elsewhere, a Redditor ignited another debate on wedding customs in Singapore after she attended a wedding dinner, but harboured reservations about giving an ang bao. Why were people so triggered by her story?Find us here! YLB Subreddit  YLB TikTok YLB IG YLB YouTube FolkloryIf you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.com Prism+ Xiaxue Air-con Ad Deemed Misleading Prism+ air-con ad deemed ‘greenwashing' by S'pore watchdog; company defends it as ‘tongue-in-cheek' PRISM+ air-con ad featuring Xiaxue deemed misleading by advertising standards watchdog [PDF] Singapore Code of Advertising Practice Study on Greenwashing in Online Marketing Funded by CCCS Finds Use of Vague Environmental Claims and Confusing Technical Jargon [Sep 2023] Regulators across the world crack down on greenwashing before it gets worse Are Ang Baos at Weddings Necessary?Redditor seeks advice on not giving ang bao at friend's 5-star wedding dinner, gets criticisedOne Shiok Comment Comment by tulipsandpeaches1834 Comment by FunnyChris1981 One Shiok Thing S'porean powerlifter Farhanna Farid, 31, deadlifts 208kg to break own world record again David Goggins in the corner

    #469 - Mobility Scooters Might Face Stricter Regulations & COVID-19 Medals Listed on Carousell

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2023 61:17


    The Active Mobility Advisory Panel, in a proposal presented to the Ministry of Transport, has suggested limiting the use of personal mobility aids only to those certified with difficulty walking. Why the need to police the use of these devices? Elsewhere, several COVID-19 Resilience Medals were listed for sale on Carousell, leading the Prime Minister's Office to issue a statement about respecting the spirit of the award. Is it really that big of a deal?Find us here! YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IG YLB YouTube FolkloryIf you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.com Mobility Scooters Might Face Stricter Regulations Panel proposes limiting mobility scooters to those certified to have difficulty walking Convenience or obstruction? Debate on allowing PMAs in indoor spaces rages on Woman on mobility scooter crashes into glass door at Toa Payoh interchange, leaves scene 'immediately' PMA rider, 69, dies after colliding with motorcycle at Jurong West, Singapore News MOT | Rules & Code of Conduct Review of Regulations for Personal Mobility Aids (PDF) COVID-19 Medals Listed on Carousell Carousell listings for Covid-19 medals removed, PMO calls for awards to be treated with respect List of all Covd-19 medal recipients [Dec 2022] More than 100,000 people to receive awards for contribution to Singapore's fight against COVID-19 One Shiok Comment Comment by kosher jellyfish Comment by thecaveman One Shiok Thing Infinity Tickets | Coldplay Party Animals 2023 Official Trailer Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #487 - Lawrence Wong Dismisses Circuit Breaker Rumour & Debate Rages Over SIA Stewardess Spoon-Feeding Boy

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2023 57:41


    This week, DPM Lawrence Wong took to social media to dismiss rumours that the government is bringing back Circuit Breaker to curb rising COVID cases, as well as deepfakes of him promoting commercial products. What companies were using his image to promote their products?  Elsewhere, a video of an SIA stewardess spoon-feeding a 5-year-old boy on a long haul flight has sparked mixed reactions online. Where is the line between good service and entitlement?Find us here! YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IG YLB YouTube FolkloryIf you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.com Lawrence Wong Dismisses Circuit Breaker Rumour DPM Lawrence Wong dismisses rumour that govt wants to bring back Circuit Breaker as 'falsehood' MOH | COVID-19 Statistics More hospitalisations as Singapore's Covid-19 cases hit record high for 2023 13 fake PAP MP Facebook profiles created in phishing bid Debate Rages Over SIA Stewardess Spoon-Feeding Boy Video of SIA stewardess spoon-feeding boy, 5, on flight sparks debate online Heartwarming or entitled? Video of SIA flight attendant spoon-feeding child sparks heated debate One Shiok Comment Comment by Apprehensive_Nail971 Comments on YouTube for Ep467 One Shiok Thing Cybertruck beats Porsche 911 while towing a 911 Jurassic Park: Survival | Announcement Trailer OD (Overdose) - Reveal Trailer (Hideo Kojima & Jordan Peele) | Game Awards 2023 Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #467 ft. Soh Rui Yong - Missing the Asian Games, F-Words & Honest Thoughts about Tan Chuan Jin

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2023 86:16


    Soh Rui Yong is BACK and shares his honest thoughts about being axed from the Asian Games and how he coped with it. He talked about his interactions with ex-SNOC chairman  Tan Chuan Jin and the double standards involved. He also spoke about the challenges facing local sports, his first year as a married man and his plans for the future. He doesn't hold back, so it gets pretty spicy. Heads up that this was recorded on 30 Nov 2023, a couple of days before he won the national title at the S'pore Marathon for the 4th year running. Find us here! YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IG YLB YouTube FolkloryIf you're looking for a meaningful gift, we'd love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.com One Shiok Thing NBA proves an in-season tournament is viable, but it remains a work in progress The BEST moments from UCL Today! | Thierry Henry, Micah Richards, Kate Abdo & Jamie Carragher Soh Rui Yong wins 4th national title at Standard Chartered S'pore Marathon 2023 Find Rui Yong! Email: sohruiyong@runsohfast.com Instagram Facebook Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

    #466 - A Look Back at 2023's Most “Triggering” YLB Episodes on Accountability

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2023 56:05


    This is our most “transparent” episode ever! In the spirit of the year end, we're doing a review of our most “triggering” episodes from 2023 that covered cases where businesses, brands and even individuals were not as upfront as they could be. All of them led to backlash and claims of poor accountability, but what has happened since then? From MBS to DBS and Cai Png cafes to food bloggers, brace yourself to re-live these issues :) Our Sponsor, Lendela! Win a $50 shopping voucher by finishing a quick survey that'll take less than 3 minutes to finish!  Click here for the survey! Lendela is a lending comparison service that “helps you find the best personal loan in Singapore”, tailored to YOU Lendela's been an awesome partner, so please show them some ❤️ Our Top 5 “Transparency” Episodes Episode #459 - Shanmugam Disputes ST Israel-Hamas Op-ed & MBS Launches $10K Taylor Swift Concert Packages  Episode #448 - DBS Services Down in Major Disruption & Flash Coffee Abruptly Quits Singapore Episode #434 - Kinderland and ECDA Address Alleged Child Abuse & Ho Ching Pitches Caning Diners Who Cheat Episode #462 - Long Island to Be Reclaimed off ECP & Cai Png Cafe Faces Backlash for Charging by Weight Episode #446 - SethLui.com Addresses Sponsored Review Drama & Arcade Prizes to be Capped at $100 One Shiok Thing KEEP THE METER RUNNING (@keepthemeterrunning) | TikTok Grand Theft Auto VI Trailer Find us here! YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IG YLB YouTube Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Haresh Tilani & Terence Chia

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