

Yah Lah But
Ministry of Funny
The most uncensored conversations about censorable things coming out from the much-censored country of Singapore. Hosted by Haresh & Terence from the comedy house Ministry of Funny.
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Mar 14, 2022 • 1h 1min
#274 - M’sia politicians drag Singapore into Umno debate & Naomi Osaka rattled by heckler at Indian Wells
In the run up to the Johor state elections last weekend, Malaysian politicians went back and forth about whether Singapore would have been more or less developed if it was under Umno’s rule. Why was Singapore dragged into this debate between political rivals? Elsewhere, at her second round match at the tennis tournament, the Indian Wells Masters, Naomi Osaka was reduced to tears by a fan shouting “Naomi, you suck!” Severely rattled, she ended up losing the match, and raised the question: how else can we prevent verbal abuse of athletes?
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M’sia politicians drag Singapore into Umno debate
Umno-led BN wins two-thirds majority in Johor polls | The Straits Times
M'sian politicians argue: S'pore more developed as there’s no Umno-BN. If S'pore had Umno, it'd be more developed. - Mothership.SG
'Um, no': Johor politician roasted for claiming Singapore could be more developed with Umno in charge - AsiaOne
Ex-M'sia finance minister Lim Guan Eng rubbishes claim that an Umno-led S'pore will be more developed - Mothership.SG
Umno the source of political instability, says Syed Saddiq | Free Malaysia Today (FMT)
Naomi Osaka rattled by heckler at Indian Wells
Tennis 2022: Naomi Osaka brought to tears after being heckled at Indian Wells
Naomi Osaka addresses crowd after fan heckles her during loss at Indian Wells
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Thread about MC honour system
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Lofi Girl celebrates 10m YouTube subs with scholarships - Music Ally
Sezairi is first S'pore singer to have a song hit 100 million streams on Spotify

Mar 11, 2022 • 1h 9min
#273 - Can Singapore work with honour-based MC system & Chelsea football club faces sanctions because of Russian owner
As we move beyond the pandemic, can the no-MC-needed sick leave policy that many employers have been practising still continue into the future? Also, the UK government sanctions Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich for his close ties to the Kremlin, but is this fair for the fans of the club?
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Can Singapore work with honour-based MC system
Some firms rethinking MC policy, but will an honour-based sick leave system be a reality in the long run? | CNA
Employers that require staff with Covid-19 to submit MCs may have work pass privileges suspended | The Straits Times
Appraising or remunerating employees based on sick leave goes against guidelines: MOM | BT
Jail for pest control technician who refused swab test, MC as he wanted S$100 work incentive | CNA
Chelsea football club faces sanctions because of Russian owner
Chelsea frozen, Roman Abramovich sanctioned - Can teams still play? How does it impact transfers, spending?
Roman Abramovich Chelsea sanctions reignite vital Super League debate after major statement
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Luka Modric celebrates Real Madrid's win over PSG
It's Official: Jeff Hardy is All Elite! | AEW Dynamite, 3/9/22

Mar 9, 2022 • 57min
#272 - Uniqlo defends decision to stay in Russia & Gojek driver clashes with dog owner about cancellation of ride
Against the overwhelming trend of corporations pulling out of or cutting business ties with Russia, Uniqlo doubled down on its decision to keep its almost-50 stores open in the country. The CEO even justified the decision by stating that clothing is a basic human need. Does their explanation have any merit? Closer to home, a pair of dog owners refused to cancel their Gojek booking after the driver rejected them because of their pets. He filmed their heated interaction, which has since gone viral and has divided opinion online. Who’s in the wrong?
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Uniqlo defends decision to stay in Russia
Uniqlo keeps Russian shops open as clothes a 'necessity' - BBC News
What a business sticking with Russia ought to mean | Reuters
International firms are facing louder calls to quit Russia - here's why brands like Starbucks, KFC, and Uniqlo are choosing to stay
Fast Retailing Defiant As It Keeps Russian Uniqlo Stores Open
Coca-Cola, Pepsi say they will halt business in Russia - CNA
Netflix, TikTok, Samsung, Others Exit Russia
Over 300 Companies Have Withdrawn from Russia - But Some Remain | Yale School of Management
Gojek driver clashes with dog owner about cancellation of ride
Angry Gojek driver insists dog owner cancel his ride, for booking the 'wrong service'. He refuses. Who is right?
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I saw Roberto Carlos play Sunday league... & it was gloriously sh*t
Masquerade on Netflix

Mar 7, 2022 • 52min
#271 - Minister Josephine Teo defends SPH Media Trust & MP Shawn Huang cries about SG science and tech
Last Friday, Minister Josephine Teo defended the government’s stance of financially supporting SPH Media Trust to the tune of $900 million over 5 years. She explained the government’s stance and answered questions posed by Pritam Singh and Leong Mun Wai. What underlies the concern about SPH Media Trust’s funding and business models? Also in parliament, MP Shawn Huang nearly came to tears when recounting the success of a cybersecurity pilot program, and raised eyebrows when he gave a shoutout to his daughter for her birthday. Bubble tea, expiring degrees, birthday shoutouts - what is with the new MPs and their interesting choices of Parliamentary topics?
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Minister Josephine Teo defends SPH Media Trust
Josephine Teo addresses questions by Leong Mun Wai & Pritam Singh on government's funding of SPH media
Govt to provide SPH Media Trust with funding of up to S$900 million over five years - TODAY
Shanmugam on govts helping the media: 'You have no choice if you want high-quality journalism'
SPH Media Trust's leadership choices show openness to diversity, says Josephine Teo
Inside Maximum Security | CNA Documentary
MP Shawn Huang cries about SG science and tech
Jurong MP Shawn Huang Gets Emotional In Parliament While Speaking On S'pore's Science & Technology
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IAmDavidSparkle on Spotify
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Indiana Jones 5's Time Travel Could Flip The Franchise's Ending Trope
Hugh Jackman on Tim Ferris' podcast

Mar 4, 2022 • 53min
#270 - Minister Shanmugam comments on 377A & MP Ang Wei Neng suggests expiry date for degrees
In parliament, Minister Shanmugam commented on the courts’ recent judgement in the constitutional challenge to Section 377A, and reinforced that the government will not proactively enforce the law. Is this a step in the right direction? In the same parliamentary sitting, MP for West Coast GRC Ang Wei Neng put forth a “radical idea” of setting expiry dates on degrees conferred by local universities. After receiving a massive backlash online, he clarified that his idea was merely “food for thought”. Is the backlash warranted?
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Minister Shanmugam comments on 377A
Government considering 'best way forward' on 377A, will respect different viewpoints: Shanmugam - CNA
Transcript of speech by Mr K Shanmugam
Section 377A stays on the books, but cannot be used to prosecute men for having gay sex, rules Court of Appeal - AsiaOne
Singapore activists fail to overturn colonial-era LGBTQ criminalization law | GLAAD
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Section 377A court ruling largely erases uncertainty on prosecution but legal position 'remains untidy': Lawyers - Today
MP Ang Wei Neng suggests expiry date for degrees
MP Ang Wei Neng responds to 'fervent' reactions over suggestion for expiration date for local university degrees
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UFC 272: Covington vs Masvidal - Friend Turned Foe | Fight Preview
It’s Your Friends Who Break Your Heart - The Atlantic

Mar 2, 2022 • 1h 36min
#269 - “Just Saying” producer Dew Francis reveals his motivation behind the talk show, how COVID changed him for good, and why he hates Single’s Inferno
In this episode, we speak to local creative Dew Francis of “Just Saying” fame, and discover what it takes to produce and star on Singapore’s most beloved online talk show. Known for being “raw” and “authentic” in everything he does, Dew also reveals how COVID changed him for good, including how it motivated him to get in the best shape of his life. Oh, we also have a deep philosophical debate about why he loves Singapore Social but hates Single’s Inferno!
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Our awesome new TV series MARS POIYI SERNTHUTTOM
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Just Saying on YouTube
Nonchalant clothing line
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Hay Dairies Goat Farm
I Am David Sparkle on Spotify
Fat Anvil Studios: Jewellery Making Workshops

Feb 28, 2022 • 60min
#268 - What the Russia/Ukraine war means for Singaporeans & SG postpones resumption of team sports
In the past few days, the news cycle has been dominated by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. What is going on, how are people around the world responding, and how should we in Singapore think about this? We also discuss how detrimental the ban on team sports has been for the national psyche, and dissect the MTF’s decision to postpone the resumption.
Our new Sci-Fi Comedy: "Mars Poyi Sernthuttom!"
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What the Russia/Ukraine war means for Singaporeans
'[My parents] called me in tears to say goodbye in case they do not make it': Young Ukrainians in S’pore on pain of being away from family during invasion
Singaporean among 12 people evacuated from Ukraine: Malaysia foreign ministry - CNA
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Asia, say no to Nato - Kishore Mahbubani
In Ukrainian shoes – or boots – Bertha Harian
Lessons for small states like Singapore from Ukraine - Bilahari Kausikan
Could Ukraine be neutral, like Finland?
Western powers have realised Russia is largely immune to sanctions
Russia's Putin: The US is parking missiles "on the porch of our house"
Czechs refuse to play Russia in 2022 World Cup play-offs: FA
How to help Ukraine
Official Website of the Ukraine, administered by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine and Ukrainian Institute
Donate to UNICEF
UN Ukraine Humanitarian Fund
SG postpones resumption of team sports
The Big Read: With team sports yet to fully resume after prolonged timeout, society is all the poorer for it
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The Weeknd x DAWN FM Experience - Official Teaser | Prime Video

Feb 26, 2022 • 1h 5min
#267 - Actress/writer Malene Waters talks about serial killers, Excel spreadsheets and Twitter beef
To celebrate the launch of our MARS TV series, we have one of the stars from the show as a guest; today, actress/writer Malene Waters touches down on YLB’s “campsite”! In her first ever podcast, Malene goes deep about her obsession with Excel spreadsheets, her Twitter beef episodes, and why she’s so into serial killers!
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DCanon Has Discontinued All But Nine EF Prime Lenses: Report
Vincenzo | Official Trailer | Netflix
All The Angles: Ronaldo's goal vs. Brighton

Feb 24, 2022 • 1h 9min
#266 - Ong Ye Kung pens letter to healthcare workers & SG influencer names and shames online trolls
On Monday, Health Minister Ong Ye Kung sent a letter to public healthcare workers to boost their morale and encourage resilience in the face of the Omicron wave. Did it have the desired effect? Elsewhere, SG influencer Chrysan Lee called out cyber bullies and other lewd commentators who made jokes about her chest being flat. Is this the most effective way to deal with cyberbullying today?
Our new Sci-Fi Comedy: "Mars Poyi Sernthuttom!"
Ep 265 w/ Reggie from The Financial Coconut
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Ong Ye Kung pens letter to healthcare workers
The letter from Ong Ye Kung - Healthcare workers may not need to take unpaid leave if they run out of sick leave
Healthcare workers pen anonymous open letters: S'pore nurses can't even rest
Healthcare system remains stable despite high number of COVID-19 cases, says Gan Kim Yong
S'pore healthcare worker hopes public will not forget struggles of medical staff as Covid-19 measures 'loosen'
We always find the most convenient examples and pick on our own healthcare system. | by Koh Teng Han
SG influencer names and shames online trolls
S'pore influencer names & shames online users who make degrading comments about her chest
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I Built Shoes To Walk On Water! by YouTuber JLaservideo
About spatial audio with Dolby Atmos in Apple Music | Apple

Feb 21, 2022 • 1h 3min
#265 - GST hikes, wealth taxes & more from Budget 2022, with Reggie from The Financial Coconut
Last Friday, Finance Minister Lawrence Wong delivered his first-ever budget proposal, with the theme “charting our new way forward together". We talk through the major points with Reggie, founder of the Financial Coconut (TFC), whose team focuses on all things-related to money. In this episode (Part 1), we’ll cover the first 2 main talking points:(1) the GST hike and (2) new taxes on the wealthy. For Part 2, head on over to the episode on TFC at the link below, where we’ll talk about (3) changes to the CPF, (4) changes to taxes on businesses and (5) support for businesses and industries.
Click here for Part 2 of our collaboration with TFC!
Click here to check out the TFC website!
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About Budget 2022
From a GST hike to CDC vouchers: 9 things you need to know about Budget 2022
Budget 2022: A cheat sheet
Singapore Budget 2022: Charting a new path forward
6 Things From Singapore Budget 2022 That Will Affect You Financially
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