The Daily Ketchup

Has Singapore’s nightlife reached the point of no return? Are the $300 drinks at rooftop bars no longer worth it for Gen Zs? Should cyclists pay mandatory road tax?In today’s podcast, we take a deep dive into two trending topics: the gradual decline of Singapore’s once-vibrant nightlife and the rising tension between cyclists and pedestrians in Singapore.We first take a look at why Singapore clubs, including icons like Zouk, MARQUEE and Drip, are starting to lose their appeal to Singaporean Gen Zs and millennials. We explore the key reasons behind this changing trend, including the expensive drinks, health concerns from staying up late at night, the negative effects of alcohol consumption, and the lockdown period during the COVID-19 pandemic.Then, we participate in the ongoing debate about "entitled" cyclists in Singapore and why recklessly disregarding cycling rules, especially when cycling on roads and pedestrian walkways, is a huge safety concern that needs to be addressed quickly, like how license plates can be mandated for all bicycles by Singapore’s Land Transport Authority (LTA) to ensure accountability and encourage responsible cycling.Stack more apps to save more on CAST.SG, (http://cast.sg/) the all-in-one app marketplace today: https://cast.singtel.com/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=post&utm_campaign=castsg-smf&utm_content=castsg-landing&utm_id=tdk-skitEnjoy an additional 10% discount on the public rate for group registration to Race Inspired!2025, using the Discount Code ‘TDKBuddy’—valid until 20 March 2025. Check out this link for more info: https://tinyurl.com/nkfbuddyup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What is a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) and why do all working adults need it ASAP? If both spouses die simultaneously without writing a will, whose parents will the assets be distributed to? Can money and inheritance really tear apart a “perfect”, loving family?In today’s podcast, we take a deep dive into why you NEED an LPA as a working adult and why it is a key component of retirement planning, financial planning and estate planning. We also share our own take on a viewer’s dilemma about who to appoint as the donee and executor of her LPA and will—her older child, who has different values when it comes to money, or her younger child, who tends to be more reliable but lacks financial knowledge. We discuss some of the key considerations, including the pressure it places on the donee to manage the inheritance prudently, the effects money could have on relationships between family members, and the option to distribute the LPA to both parties to minimise conflict.What would you do if you were the donor? Share your thoughts in the comments section below! 🧠LPA definition from HealthHub: A Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) allows you to appoint someone you trust to make decisions and act on your behalf if you lose the mental ability or mental capacity to make decisions for yourself, like in the event of a stroke, mental illness or accident. It gives you and your loved ones certainty and peace of mind.#lastingpowerofattorney #lpa #willwriting #wills #trusts #financialplanning #estateplanning #legacyplanning #retirementplanning #personalfinance #singapore #dailyketchup #trending Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Did the introverted nature of Yuk Jun-seo and Kook Dong-ho attract the female cast members of Single’s Inferno S4? What caused Lee Si-an to make her controversial final decision at the ending of the dating show? What are the three key traits women look for in their ideal partner?In today’s podcast, we showcase our reactions to Single’s Inferno 4, the latest season of the hit South Korean dating show on Netflix, and share our thoughts on the controversies surrounding some of the Single’s Inferno Season 4 cast members, including Yuk Jun-seo’s ‘rough’ scene with Lee Si-an on the helicopter, Jang Theo’s out-of-place greeting on day one, and Lee Si-an’s controversial final decision at the Single’s Inferno S4 ending, which left fans divided. What are your thoughts on the dating show? Share below! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bad manners if you recline your plane seat?! BOTH armrests belong to middle seat passengers? This product stops the seat in front from reclining? How do you maximise your KrisFlyer miles to redeem a free A380 suite?In today’s podcast, we take a deep dive into airplane etiquette and the unwritten rules of flying, including who gets the armrests, who controls the window shade and how to control a crying baby on a plane. We also reveal the best KrisFlyer miles HACKS to get the most bang for your buck when flying Singapore Airlines (SQ), like redeeming a free A380 suite or 777 First Class flight ticket.#travel #aviation #airplane #plane #traveltips #travelhacks #flight #singapore #dailyketchup #trending Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Singapore’s Shared Parental Leave to increase by 10 additional weeks from 1 Apr 2026? Full-day Childcare centres to have lower fee caps? Best parenting tips for first-time parents? What’s the most fulfilling part of being a parent? In today’s parenting podcast, we invite Dan and Nat to share their first-hand experience as Singaporean parents, including their preferred parenting style for their child, Ollie, how they manage the financial demands of parenting in Singapore, the effect of raising a child on their relationship, and their biggest advice for aspiring parents. To find out more about Forward SG initiatives, visit the Together, for Better roadshows that will be happening around Singapore until June 2025: go.gov.sg/tfbroadshows-tdk (http://go.gov.sg/tfbroadshows-tdk) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What are the 3 RULES to find the perfect Valentine’s gift? Is SEX the end goal for men on Valentine’s Day? Why is proposing on Valentine’s Day a BIG MISTAKE?In today’s podcast, we discuss the most hotly debated Valentine’s Day topics, including the relationship dynamics between men and women in the context of intimacy, LDR date ideas for taking your long-distance relationship to the next level, and why there should be no excuse for forgetting Valentine’s Day in 2025.#valentinesday #valentine #valentinesday2025 #valentines #14feb #vday #singapore #dailyketchup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Should Singaporeans shower in the morning? How long should you shower for? What are some ways to reduce body odor?Enjoy a fuss-free cruise holiday that’s perfect for the whole family! Book your Royal Caribbean cruise now at RoyalCaribbean.com.sg (https://www.royalcaribbean.com.sg/). (https://www.royalcaribbean.com.sg/) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are reality dating shows scripted or real? How did Singaporean Jaryl Tan become a contestant on Chinese dating show Let’s Fall in Love Season 6? Did he break the rules of the dating show for his love interest, Nailu, and are they still together in real life?In today’s podcast, we invite Jaryl Tan (Kang Kang) and Nailu- contestants of Let’s Fall in Love Season 6 (Relationship S6)- to share their experiences on the 2024 Chinese reality dating show, including the dating show casting process via RedNote (Xiaohongshu), whether dating shows are real or fake, and what it’s like to date in front of 150 cameras and 300 staff members. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jewel’s Pokémon Centre Singapore store had police called in amid a 1,000-strong crowd? Why was the Pokémon Prismatic Evolution launch halted in Singapore? Is a $300,000 Pikachu card lying in your old drawer? Do boxes with rare cards have more weight?In today’s podcast, we feature two fans of the Pokémon TCG (trading card game), Alistair and Raja, who will be opening their Pokémon Prismatic Evolution ETBs (Elite Trainer Boxes) to give us a Pokémon cards opening experience. These ETBs are the main cause of the long queues at Jewel Pokémon Centre in Singapore, where police had to be called in to maintain order and ensure the public’s safety.The ETBs contain cards from the new Pokémon Scarlet and Violet card series, and this unboxing episode includes the opening of a Prismatic Evolution God Pack, which contains some of the rarest cards with the lowest pull rates. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Vein problems, like varicose veins, can occur from sitting too long? Varicose veins symptoms and causes—what are they? Is a sedentary lifestyle unavoidable? What exercises and remedies are there for enlarged and swollen veins?In today’s podcast, we invite Dr Tang Tjun Yip- a senior vascular and general surgeon- to give us health tips and advice about vein problems, like varicose veins. Varicose veins are a type of health problem that is underdiagnosed but highly preventable with the right exercises and lifestyle, which can help regulate blood flow in the body.#varicoseveins #healthtips #singapore #dailyketchup Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.