Plan B

This week, we’re back to talking about ChatGPT - who’s actually paying for it when Deepseek is free? Plus, the Trump-Zelensky showdown everyone’s buzzing about and why JD Vance’s NATO speech is shaking up global politics. And… could our year-end retreat take us to China? Tune in to find out!(00:55) Paying for ChatGPT?!(04:45) Trump and Zelensky’s showdown in the White House(13:35) JD Vance’s NATO speech(21:55) Growing crisis of modern slavery?(26:15) Rahman’s theory on online propaganda, specifically in China

As GE2025 nears, many new faces have been spotted at party walkabouts across the country. Sani Ismail is one of them, being spotted in Chua Chu Kang GRC with PSP and being featured on their Facebook pages. Why did he choose to join opposition politics? And why is the issue of transnational marriage important to him?(01:45) Introducing Mr Sani Ismail, the new face seen on PSP walkabouts(08:40) Why politics?(11:20) How Mr Sani stays connected to Singapore despite studying abroad(18:25) Reasons why Ismail joins PSP(21:45) The growing presence of foreigners in Singapore(31:10) Ismail’s thoughts on PSP’s future

Imagine being forced to stand all day at a stall - while pregnant. That’s exactly what Noorman Mubarak’s wife faced after the NEA gave them a warning for not being physically present at their Nasi Lemak Ayam Taliwang stall. In a viral complaint, Noorman called out the unfair regulations that require hawkers to be on-site no matter the circumstances. But is the system punishing hawkers, or are these regulations necessary?(01:08) Background of case(03:40) Welcome Noorman Mubarak, Co-founder of Nasi Lemak Ayam Taliwang(07:20) NEA's reasonings(19:38) Mr Noorman's response to Reddit comments(29:45) Are there meetings between hawkers and hawker centers?(31:55) What needs to change

Who said politics in Singapore is boring? This week’s biggest news all came straight from Parliament - from the Leader of the Opposition’s guilty verdict for lying under oath, to 2 Nominated Members of Parliament resignations that got rumours spreading, to the unveiling of Budget 2025, what is going on? And what does viagra have to do with any of this? Tune in to find out!(03:45) Rahman's hell week(10:20) Pritam Singh's verdict(19:30) Is the East Coast plan real?(22:00) Key issues that could be addressed in the upcoming GE(25:50) Kids or no kids?(35:30) The resignation of the 2 NMPs(41:35) Similarities between Viagra and NMPs?!(50:30) Budget 2025(1:02:25) Do you care about the Budget? Vote on our Tele!

When Jeremiah Lim decided to support his friend who worked at Studio Kalasan, he never expected to lose $130,000. After making police reports and engaging lawyers to see justice served, he decided to go public with his story. Were there red flags in the company's transactions? Jeremiah and Syahiran, an industry veteran, join us to discuss and share some valuable insights(00:35) Backstory of this interior design scam case(06:25) We talk to Jeremiah Lim, the victim behind the viral post(10:00) Have the police taken action?(12:24) Lawyer Rahman's explanation(16:39) Say hello to Syahiran, Assistant Honorary Secretary of the Renovation Contractor Material Suppliers Association (RCMA)(21:54) Auda's experience working in the interior design firm(26:30) The payments in total(29:45) What's next for Jeremiah and Auda?(35:30) Update on Jeremiah's housing situation(36:05) Jeremiah's and Syahiran's parting messages

Is a morning shower truly essential? And why is the US setting its sights on Singapore over the Deepseek-Nvidia chips? Last week was eventful, including our visit to Hui Hui Cultural Association's CNY event, and we're here to talk all about it. Plus, there might be a surprise potential addition to our podcast team. Don’t miss it by tuning in to find out! (0:40) Our visit to Hui Hui's CNY event (03:35) See you at our Open House on 9 Feb! (07:25) A 4th podcaster? (08:30) Shower or not to shower in the morning? (18:35) Singapore's alleged involvement in the purchase of Deepseek-Nvidia chips (31:55) We talk to ChatGPT in various languages (45:35) 111 Singaporeans deported from the US

Pregnancy can be tough. From choosing the right foods to keeping your body healthy and strong, there are plenty of questions and misconceptions about what pregnant women and new mothers should do to maintain their well-being. That's where Nevena, the personal trainer behind @fitmum.sg, comes in by offering pregnancy-focused fitness programs, expert tips, and even nutrition recommendations. Tune in to this week's podcast for some valuable insights! (0:40) Stop by our new office during CNY! (2:50) Say hi to Nevena, the founder of @fitmum.sg (3:35) The reason Nevena focuses on expectant mothers (4:25) The differences between fitness programs for moms and fitness enthusiasts (5:30) The fitness routine Nevena had and how that changed when she's pregnant (6:55) Ways to take care of yourself during pregnancy (9:55) Nevena's experiences with dietary supplements (11:00) What Nevena eats on a daily basis (17:25) How men can support their partners during pregnancy (19:30) What to look for before hiring a personal trainer (24:25) Are PTs expensive? (26:40) What's the first step expectant mothers can take to be active (27:57) Follow Nevena on socials!

From Donald Trump's inauguration and the Israel-Hamas ceasefire to Singapore's upcoming elections, we've got this week’s top stories covered, plus a bit of lo hei to celebrate the upcoming CNY. Don’t forget to join us for our Open House on 9 Feb—snap some pics in our new office and meet the Plan B family! (01:00) Elon Musk's Nazi salute (09:35) Donald Trump's Inauguration (11:35) Israel-Hamas ceasefire (17:00) Trump's first executive orders (22:15) Trump's "2 genders" policy (27:00) Establishment of the Electoral Boundaries Review Committee (35:15) You're welcomed to Plan B's CNY Open House! (37:45) Quick guide to Lo Hei (41:25) Happy Chinese New Year!

In today’s globalized world, more people are pursuing their dreams beyond their home countries. And there’s no greater expert on expat life than Max Chernov, the YouTuber who has garnered over 288,000 subscribers by connecting with expats worldwide. We explore how Max built his life in Singapore and how he’s making the expat experience easier for everyone. (01:15) Introducing Max Chernov (02:18) How long Max has built his audience on YouTube (02:55) Max's motivation to explore diverse perspectives within the expat community (05:20) The highest viewed video on Max’s channel (06:18) Balancing creating content in Singapore and abroad (07:48) Interesting feedback from the expat community (08:28) Does Max receive hate or negative comments? (09:50) Should expats interact more with locals? (14:00) The reason Max came to Singapore (15:08) Making Singapore his forever home? (16:46) Max's children and their school life (19:28) Singapore’s appeal over other countries (21:35) How Max navigated cultural differences when moving to Singapore (23:30) Max's thoughts on the Russian-Ukrainian conflict (26:18) Tension in the larger Russian community (28:10) Max's achievements in his career (29:38) What's Max’s dream and aspiration for his channel? (32:35) The magic of Singapore - according to Max (35:16) Sneak peek into Max’s upcoming releases (37:35) Max doing interviews for us?! (38:00) Follow Max on socials!

There was a time when Singapore aspired to achieve the "Swiss standard of living", but decades later the tables seem to be turning between Asia and Europe. We speak with Marion Müller, a Swiss native famous for her content about sunny Singapore. Why does she seem to love Singapore so much when so many Singaporeans seem to want out so badly? (03:42) We welcome Marion to the studio! (03:58) Why Marion chose Singapore (04:52) First reason she fell in love with Singapore: Security (06:45) Second reason: The Weather (08:05) Third reason: Cleanliness (10:33) Comparing the cost of living in Singapore vs Switzerland (12:10) Fourth reason: Convenience (13:48) Fifth reason: The Food (17:11) Swiss standard of living (18:06) Is Singapore a boring place? (19:35) Marion’s thoughts on East Coast beach (22:15) Best spots to explore in Singapore as a content creator (23:58) Minimum income needed to live comfortably in SG (26:49) Taxes in Switzerland (28:30) Do Marion’s friends share the same views? (29:43) Work visa challenges (31:16) The benefits of security cameras in Singapore (32:48) Languages and culture in Singapore (36:04) Marion’s top 3 dishes (37:44) One thing she doesn’t love about Singapore (39:39) Follow Marion on socials @swissyinsg