Yah Lah But

Pritam Singh appeared on Keluar Sekejap, top Malaysian political podcast, and said he doesn’t want to be Prime Minister. We unpack what that means as well as other topics like whether WP’s risk-averse strategy is enough. Then we head to Thailand, where the government just announced a U-turn on weed, three years after legalising it. Is this proof that decriminalising drugs too fast can backfire?Our Sponsor – CloserStill MediaAttend eCommerce Expo | DMEXCO Asia, happening 8-9 Oct at MBSGet your free tickets at: https://www.gevme.com/ECEA25/?promo=&source=partner_gevme_YLB(00:00)  eCommerce Expo | DMEXCO Asia(00:52) Intro(03:35) Pritam Singh Doesn’t Want to be PM(29:14) Thailand Reverses Cannabis Ban (38:30) One Shiok Comment(42:11) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok ThingHaresh: Predictive HistoryTerence: Tucker vs Cruz | The Tantrum Crybaby ShowComment on this episode!Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/Telegram: https://t.me/YahLahButPodcastFollow us on our socials for the latest newsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yahlahbutIG: https://www.instagram.com/yahlahbut/FB: https://www.facebook.com/yahlahbutpodPritam Singh Doesn’t Want to be PMWP wants to be ‘insurance’ for S’pore should PAP suffer ‘major malfunction’: Pritam in Malaysian podcastWorkers' Party chief Pritam Singh says he does not want to be Singapore prime ministerS'pore govt takes multiracialism 'very seriously', approach is a work in progress: WP's Pritam Singh on M'sia's Khairy podcastThailand Reverses Cannabis Ban Thai cannabis stores fret as government moves to tighten rules on salesThailand's 'weed wild west' faces new rules as smuggling to UK risesMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Tempers flared at NTUC Income AGM on 24th June, with frustrated shareholders demanding answers about the failed Allianz deal after losing out on a bigger payout. Some answers were given but key questions remain - especially around the reasons why the deal fell through. Meanwhile, Israel and Iran agree to a Trump-brokered ceasefire, but intelligence leaks suggest the nuclear threat isn’t over.Watch us live at Happy Ever Laughter Party!Click on the link below to enjoy up to 20% off on all shows (except 27 June)You don’t need a promo code, just use the link and select the “YLB Price”https://ticketing.sistic.com.sg/sistic/booking/laughter0625?promocode=laughter0625DMNominate a Senior over 60 for Words of Wisdom!We’ll be recording 60 Folklories with 60 Singaporeans above 60 yrs as part of our “Words of Wisdom” Project for SG60You can check out the first wave of recordings on the same siteHelp us keep these stories alive by nominating your loved ones!(00:00) Words of Wisdom(00:48) Intro(04:21) NTUC Income Shareholders Demand Answers at AGM(30:00) Israel-Iran Tensions Escalate(45:16) One Shiok Comment(48:28) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok ThingHaresh: I Visited 50 States in 50 DaysTerence: I Built a Roller Coaster In My LabComment on this episode!Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/Telegram: https://t.me/YahLahButPodcastFollow us on our socials for the latest newsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yahlahbutIG: https://www.instagram.com/yahlahbut/FB: https://www.facebook.com/yahlahbutpodNTUC Income Shareholders Demand Answers at AGM‘We just want our money’: Income Insurance shareholders disappointed at failed Allianz dealMAS sets on record its regulatory oversight in Allianz’s offer for Income InsuranceProposed capital reduction plan was 'not a guaranteed outcome' of Income-Allianz deal: Income chairmanComments by the Monetary Authority of Singapore in response to Mr Tan Suee ChiehIsrael-Iran Tensions EscalateIsrael agrees to deepen ‘close’ security cooperation with US – as it happenedUS strikes failed to destroy Iran's nuclear sites, intelligence report saysIsrael-Iran live news: Trump insists nuclear sites ‘destroyed’ after intelligence suggests program could restart in monthsA timeline of conflict between Israel and IranMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

NTU penalised 3 students for allegedly misusing AI tools - despite guidelines allowing them with restrictions. Meanwhile, Singapore’s home-based food scene is booming, but restaurant owners are crying foul, accusing them of skirting regulations. We unpack both controversies and what they say about rules, fairness, and disruption. 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(00:00) Folklory(00:53) Intro(08:54) NTU’s Crackdown on Students Using AI(31:07) Why Home-Based Food Businesses Are Sparking F&B Drama(49:46) One Shiok Comment(55:07) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok ThingHaresh: Why Singapore Is Building This $15B Mega PortTerence: Why handwriting mattersComment on this episode!Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/Telegram: https://t.me/YahLahButPodcastFollow us on our socials for the latest newsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yahlahbutIG: https://www.instagram.com/yahlahbut/FB: https://www.facebook.com/yahlahbutpodNTU’s Crackdown on Students Using AINTU penalises 3 students over use of AI tools; they dispute university’s findings[Mar 2024] Students at S’pore universities allowed to use AI tools for assignments but must stick to rulesWhy Home-Based Food Businesses Are Sparking F&B DramaHome-based food gigs are great, but unchecked growth risks tipping the balance‘Feels like cheating the system’: Home-based food businesses stir debate among restaurant ownersFairness, fear, and the great HBB backlashEx-F&B boss questions legality of home-based cafes in S'pore, points out skirting of strict rulesSFA - Requirements for Home-based Food BusinessesURA - Home-Based Business Scheme[Jan 2025] From brownies to manicures, home-based businesses are thriving. But can they survive long term?Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Acting Transport Minister Jeffrey Siow defended the COE system, saying it “is not broken” and that defended allocating COEs to private-hire vehicles (PHVs) because it benefits a wider pool of Singaporeans compared to private car ownership. But is that fair or elitist? Meanwhile, 2,100 people have signed a petition for F&B outlets to provide free tap water, something echoed by WP’s Gerald Giam.Our Sponsor – Building and Construction Authority! If you want to find out more about a possible career in the Built Environment sector, check out https://www.buildsg.gov.sgWatch us live at Happy Ever Laughter Party!Click on the link below to enjoy up to 20% off on all shows (except 27 June)You don’t need a promo code, just use the link and select the “YLB Price”https://ticketing.sistic.com.sg/sistic/booking/laughter0625?promocode=laughter0625DM(00:00) We interviewed an engineer!(00:44) Intro(06:06) Backlash for Jeffrey Siow’s COE Comments(32:16) Petition for Restaurants to Offer Free Water(45:16) One Shiok Comment(47:36) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok ThingHaresh: This 47-Year-Old Quit Her VP Job To Become A Cobbler In BrooklynTerence: Wing OutdoorComment on this episode!Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/Telegram: https://t.me/YahLahButPodcastFollow us on our socials for the latest newsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yahlahbutIG: https://www.instagram.com/yahlahbut/FB: https://www.facebook.com/yahlahbutpodBacklash for Jeffrey Siow’s COE CommentsSingapore to have 'many' autonomous vehicles in five years: Acting Transport Minister Jeffrey SiowActing Transport Minister Jeffrey Siow on COE system, private-hire cars and other transport issues[Our video from 2016] Driving Dog PRANK in SingaporePetition for Restaurants to Offer Free WaterShould tap water be free in Singapore restaurants? F&B operators weigh inFB Post by Gerald Giam'It's a basic service': Hundreds sign petition urging F&B outlets to provide free waterMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Szue Hann, an accomplished Architect and Sustainability expert at Keppel, sheds light on transforming visionary designs into skyscrapers, including the iconic Parkroyal Collection Pickering. He emphasizes sustainability's critical role in modern architecture and shares his journey into the field. The discussion touches on innovative projects like the rotating Skylab, the impact of AI on design, and the importance of collaborative efforts in architecture. Szue also reveals his creative dreams, like a personal space elevator, mixing ambition with fun.

The discussion kicks off with Minister Chee Hong Tat emphasizing the need for immigrant integration in the Chinese community, alongside a leadership development initiative. Then, the drama unfolds around a viral handshake incident involving Gan Siow Huang, with new footage stirring the pot. The hosts also reflect on nostalgia from recent zoo visits, announce an exciting ticket giveaway for a comedy show, and highlight the evolving food culture in Singapore, blending tradition with new influences.

The sudden closure of Jetstar Asia raises alarms for Singapore's aviation industry, leaving over 500 employees in the lurch. Customers voice frustration over refund issues amid the chaos. On another front, Wala Wala bar, a local favorite for over 30 years, is shutting down due to rising rents, sparking nostalgia and concern for community hubs. The discussion dives into the implications of these closures, the impact of gentrification on local culture, and the emotional ties people have to beloved spaces.

Over 150 Singaporean students face uncertainty as Harvard's enrollment restrictions loom, leading to local university options. Meanwhile, Singapore and Johor’s Regent are engaged in a land swap deal, raising questions about future development. The hosts inject humor into these serious topics while reflecting on personal experiences like health challenges during parenthood. They engage listeners with witty commentary and a call for social media feedback, blending pressing issues with light-hearted banter.

The winning rental bid for a HDB Clinic in Tampines of $52k/ month sparked outrage and responses from both Minister Ong Ye Kung & Ho Ching, the wife of ex-PM Lee Hsien Loong. Meanwhile, Minister of State Gan Siow Huang declined to shake a man’s hand during a visit to a cultural festival, and the Internet lost it. Folklory If 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(00:00) Words of Wisdom(00:50) Intro(07:10) Outrage at $52,000 rent for HDB Clinic(38:07) Gan Siow Huang’s Handshake Blunder(53:37) One Shiok Comment(01:02:52) One Shiok ThingOne Shiok ThingHaresh: Trainwreck: Poop CruiseTerence: Silent Hill fComment on this episode!Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/Telegram: https://t.me/YahLahButPodcastFollow us on our socials for the latest newsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@yahlahbutIG: https://www.instagram.com/yahlahbut/FB: https://www.facebook.com/yahlahbutpodOutrage at $52,000 rent for HDB ClinicOng Ye Kung ‘dismayed’ at $52k bid to rent Tampines HDB clinic'Not trying to squeeze patients': Company that bid S$52,000 for Tampines clinic rental explains business modelFB Post by Ho ChingLinkedIn Post by Dr Hisham Badaruddin[May 2025] MOH, HDB to trial tender approach evaluating both price and quality for Bidadari clinic[Apr 2025] Me & My Money: Former govt scholar invests in healthcare business to provide better patient serviceGan Siow Huang’s Handshake BlunderGan Siow Huang apologises over handshaking incident at Cantonese cultural festivalI was 'overwhelmed': Gan Siow Huang apologises for delayed handshake at Cantonese culture festival[Apr 2018] S'pore's 1st-ever female Cabinet minister lasted just 2 months because of a handshakeMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Geoshua Tan, Vice President of Civil & Infrastructure Engineering at CPG Consultants, shares his journey in the engineering world. He reveals the mind-boggling challenges of constructing Singapore's Deep Tunnel Sewage System, including the intricacies of tunneling 50 meters underground. Geoshua also debunks common engineering misconceptions and emphasizes the importance of creativity and collaboration in the field. From childhood LEGO designs to modern tech innovations, his story highlights the emotional connections engineers forge with their projects and the need to inspire the next generation.