The Documentary Podcast

Assignment: Singapore – drugs, rehab, execution

Oct 15, 2024
Kay Shanmugam, Singapore's Minister for Home Affairs and Law, staunchly defends strict drug policies, including the death penalty. Dr. Muni Winslow, a revered addiction psychiatrist, discusses the evolution and effectiveness of treatment for drug users. On the other hand, Kirsten Han from the Transformative Justice Collective passionately campaigns against capital punishment, highlighting its harsh human costs. Together, they dive into the intense realities of rehabilitation, the ethical dilemmas of punitive laws, and the societal implications of such stringent measures in Singapore.
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