The Straits Times Podcasts

The Loh Kean Yew and Joseph Schooling knock-on effect; Despatch from London after Spurs-Man Utd Time: 19:02 mins Synopsis: A Game of Two Halves is The Straits Times' weekly sports podcast that is out every Tuesday on all global podcasting platforms - Spotify, iTunes and Google Podcasts. In this episode, ST Sports' Shamir Osman and Rohit Brijnath discuss just how important breakthroughs are for young athletes and also for the sporting fraternity they are a part of. This, after badminton player Loh Kean Yew's win over Chinese superstar Lin Dan, and Ikhsan Fandi's signing with Norwegian second-tier side Raufoss. In the second half of the show, we look at Andy Murray's life and career in tennis, and just what it takes to get to the top, like he did. In a special extra-time segment, we chat with Sazali Abdul Aziz who watched Manchester United beat Tottenham Hotspur 1-0, from the stands of the Wembley Stadium. Produced by: Shamir Osman, Ernest Luis and Adam Azlee Subscribe, like and rate A Game of Two Halves on:   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: http://str.sg/o8MK   On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/oXeS   On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts   Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Money Hacks Ep 32: Wine education for F&B trade professionals and enthusiasts 10:50 minsSynopsis: In this podcast series, The Straits Times and The Business Times offer tips for the newcomer to the financial and investment scene.In an advanced economy like Singapore's, food and beverage employees who have certification after undergoing wine education courses, or who certify themselves after years in the industry, can raise their own professional values. Can Skills Future offset the costs of such courses like the French Wine Scholar and Certified Specialist Of Wine programmes?  Veteran wine educator and international wine judge Lim Hwee Peng explains how enthusiasts who have business dealings here and in growing markets like China will find wine education beneficial. Produced by: Ernest Luis and Christopher Lim Like, subscribe and rate our Money Hacks podcast on:   Spotify: http://str.sg/oeGN   iTunes: http://str.sg/oeXe   Google podcasts: http://str.sg/oeGd   Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg   Do note: Any financial or investment information in this podcast is for use in Singapore only and is intended to be for your general information. Any particular investment or decision should only be made after consulting with a fully qualified financial adviser.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let's Talk Movies Ep 3: Is arthouse horror movie Suspiria good, or is it complete rubbish? 9:29 mins Synopsis: In this episode of Let's Talk Movies, film writer John Lui and arts writer Toh Wen Li have differing opinions on the film Suspiria, a 2018 remake of a 1977 work of horror. Arts writer Toh loves the original Suspiria, directed by Dario Argento and released in 1977. She loves its nightmarish quality and its take on the Snow White fairy tale. But she thinks the new version, directed by Luca Guadagnino and now showing in cinemas, is messy and far too long. Lui, who likes the new version, finds out if he should change his mind. Produced by: John Lui & Toh Wen Li Subscribe, like and rate Let's Talk Movies on:   On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU   On iTunes: https://apple.co/2Lu4rPP   On Google podcasts: http://bit.ly/2PyJiqs   Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Life Picks Ep 17 (Dec 13) - Watch SSO celebrate 40th anniversary with classics like Dayong Sampan or catch a Japanese zombie flick 4:52 mins Synopsis: A weekly podcast by The Straits Times, highlighting the best films, concerts, restaurants and arts events. Check out Japanese zombie movie One Cut Of The Dead, which is part of the Japanese Film Festival or catch the SSO in concert as the home-grown orchestra celebrates its 40th anniversary. Both events happen on Jan 18. Which will you choose? Produced by: Melissa Sim and Ernest Luis Subscribe, like and rate Life Picks on:   Spotify: http://str.sg/oeGc   iTunes: http://str.sg/oeXg   Google podcasts: http://str.sg/o8Gx   Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Indian cricket's historic feat in Australia and Ikhsan Fandi's Norwegian trial 13:37 mins Synopsis: A Game of Two Halves is The Straits Times' weekly sports podcast out every Tuesday on all global podcasting platforms - Spotify, iTunes and Google Podcasts. Host Sazali Abdul Aziz is joined by his ST sports colleagues Rohit Brijnath and David Lee, and they chat about the Indian cricket team’s history-making feat on Monday (Jan 7) when they ended a 71-year-wait to beat Australia in a Test cricket series Down Under for the first time. Talking about long waits, the trio also discuss whether Liverpool’s recent wobbles will derail their bid for a first Premier League title, while closer to home, national striker Ikhsan Fandi’s trial at Norwegian club Raufoss IL is dissected. Produced by: Sazali Abdul Aziz and Ernest Luis Subscribe, like and rate A Game of Two Halves on: On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU On iTunes: http://str.sg/o8MK On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/oXeS On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Money Hacks Ep 31: Using ST Wine to know more about wine investment and enjoyment 10:30 mins   Synopsis: In this podcast series, The Straits Times and The Business Times offer tips for the newcomer to the financial and investment scene.   Wine consultant Roderic Proniewski - who runs Asia Wine Network - speaks about investing in wine.   If you have little knowledge of wine, find out why ST Wine is a great way to dip one's toes in the worlds of both wine investment and enjoyment.   Produced by: Ernest Luis and Christopher Lim   Like, subscribe and rate our Money Hacks podcast on:   Spotify: http://str.sg/oeGN   iTunes: http://str.sg/oeXe   Google podcasts: http://str.sg/oeGd   Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg   Do note: Any financial or investment information in this podcast is for use in Singapore only and is intended to be for your general information. Any particular investment or decision should only be made after consulting with a fully qualified financial adviser.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to 2019! Jonathan Roberts and Sazali Abdul Aziz start the new year asking if Liverpool can continue their mid-season lead all the way to lifting the trophy come May. One is certain, one has their fingers crossed. There's also a look ahead to the year's big sporting events, and some memory games regarding the SEA Games. Produced by: Jonathan Roberts Subscribe, like and rate A Game of Two Halves on: On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU On iTunes: http://str.sg/o8MK On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/oXeS On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The end is nigh! Well, the end of 2018 anyway.  It's been an amazing year for film so Jonathan Roberts, Joanne Soh and Cheow Sue-Ann look at the films that touched them at both ends of the scale - the best and the most disappointing. Featuring Avengers: Infinity War, Tomb Raider, Incredibles 2, Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse, Aquaman, Fantastic Beasts, Zhang Yimou, Deadpool, Phantom Thread and more! Subscribe, like and rate Double Feature on: Spotify: http://str.sg/oeGx iTunes: http://str.sg/oeXh Google podcasts: http://str.sg/oXeZ Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The sackings, the new faces, the triumphs and the tantrums. It's all here.  As it's the end of the year, they let host Jonathan Roberts back inside for a round-up special with Wang Meng Meng and Nicole Chia. Produced by: Jonathan Roberts Subscribe, like and rate A Game of Two Halves on: On Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2PwZCYU On iTunes: http://str.sg/o8MK On Google podcasts: http://str.sg/oXeS On website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the latest thrilling instalment, Jonathan Roberts and Cheow Sue-Ann have an argument over Aquaman: One of them is surprised they enjoyed it, one is surprised that they did not. And because it's the season, a quick dive into some favourite festive films – both traditional and alternative.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.