Earlier this year, Sean Bai, a born and bred Singaporean, was appointed the Chief of Staff (Football) at Burnley Football Club. How exactly did a born and bred Singaporean find his way into the senior management of a prestigious English football club? Sean talks about his journey from the diplomatic service to the Champions League, why Singapore needs a robust sporting culture, and what young people need to do immediately to succeed in football.Our New Podcast, TELL YOU FIRSTCheck out our new edutainment podcast that dives into a fascinating array of topics you never knew you needed to know!Listen on melistenListen on SpotifyListen on Apple(00:00) Intro(03:52) From Diplomat to Football(23:35) How Sean Broke Ground When Others Couldn't(32:14) The Scale of Running a Football Club(44:18) Why Sports Is Important to a Country Like Singapore(51:45) Are Young Footballers In Singapore Disencouraged?(01:00:12) Football's Hellish Schedule(01:20:37) One Shiok ThingFind us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB Telegram ChannelYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf 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.comOne Shiok ThingThe Secret to Japan's Great CitiesEleven Rings: The Soul of SuccessMark Rober | How I Built This with Guy Raz | Wondery Means BusinessFind Sean and Burnley F.C.!Sean Bai IGBurnley IGOfficial Trailer | Mission to BurnleyMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

This past weekend, footage of the shocking assassination attempt on former US President Donald Trump sent shockwaves around the world. Some have declared it as a major turning point in the presidential election that tilts the race heavily in Trump’s favour. We dissect the reasons why. Closer to home, Malaysian authorities have officially advised parents against giving exotic names to their children; citing names like “bodoh” (Malay for stupid), “harimau” (tiger), and even “skibidi” (Gen Z slang). Do we need more safeguards against parents who choose to give their children such weird names?Nominate a Senior over 60 for Folklory!We’ll be recording 60 Folklories with 60 Singaporeans above 60 yrsSo if you know someone with stories & lessons to share, send us their details!This will be part of our “Words of Wisdom” Project as part of SG60Nominate someone by clicking here, and we’ll be in touch!(00:00) Intro(04:07) How Trump Assasination Attempt Changes The Election(31:52) Why Are Malaysians Naming Their Children “Skibidi”?(46:28) One Shiok Comment(48:02) One Shiok ThingFolkloryIf 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.comHow Trump Assasination Attempt Changes The ElectionA timeline of how the deadly Trump rally shooting unfolded - The Washington PostSuspected shooter came within inches of killing Trump, but left few clues as to whyCommentary: After Trump's assassination attempt, America is staring into the abyssSecret Service agrees to independent probe over Trump shootingNew details emerge in Trump assassination attempt investigationBandaged Trump gets rapturous welcome two days after attempt to kill himBiden says he meant ‘focus on’ Trump when asked about ‘bullseye’ remarkWhy Are Malaysians Naming Their Children “Skibidi”?Don’t name your kids ‘Bodoh’, ‘Skibidi’ or ‘Evil’, Malaysian agency tells parentsFrench court rules baby names 'Nutella' and 'Strawberry' in bad tasteOne Shiok CommentComment by ps-jm7wmComment by SnooDingos316One Shiok ThingIs Kamala Harris Underrated? | The Ezra Klein ShowOFFICIAL TRAILER: 99Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Singapore’s Olympics swim team came under intense scrutiny when veteran Quah Ting Wen was unexpectedly replaced in the women’s 4x100m medley relay team by another swimmer, Gan Ching Hwee. Quah has since gone public with her side of the story, and ignited a debate about the fairness of the selection process. Some have labelled her as “entitled” for her actions, but is there more to this story than meets the eye? Elsewhere, Barcelona residents are resorting to squirting water at tourists to protest overtourism in the city. Is this a sign of things to come for all popular tourist destinations, including Singapore?Nominate a Senior over 60 for Folklory!We’ll be recording 60 Folklories with 60 Singaporeans above 60 yrsSo if you know someone with stories & lessons to share, send us their details!This will be part of our “Words of Wisdom” Project as part of SG60Nominate someone by clicking here, and we’ll be in touch!(00:00) Words of Wisdom(01:09) Intro(04:44) Quah Ting Wen Excluded From Olympics(43:25) Barcelona Tourists Squirted With Water Guns(56:41) One Shiok Comment(59:19) One Shiok ThingFolkloryIf 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.comQuah Ting Wen Excluded From Olympics‘Hardest setback in my career’: Quah Ting Wen on her shock omission from Olympic teamS'pore Aquatics unsuccessful in appeal to World Aquatics to have Quah Ting Wen in Olympics teamSingapore swimmer Quah Ting Wen fails in appeal for Paris OlympicsParis Olympics: Singapore swimmer Quah’s Games hopes dashed after historic relay qualification[Feb 2024] Swimming: New national record for Singapore women's 4x100m medley team as they qualify for Paris Olympics[Sep 2023] Tears for Singapore women’s 4x100m medley squad after disqualification denies team Asian Games bronzeHow to qualify for swimming at Paris 2024. The Olympics qualification system explainedBarcelona Tourists Squirted With Water GunsWhy Protesters Are Squirting Water at Tourists in BarcelonaBarcelona residents squirt travelers with water to protest overtourismThousands join anti-tourism protests in BarcelonaOne Shiok CommentComment by lucretius8050Comment by NoAppearance1093One Shiok ThingChildish Gambino - Bando Stone & The New World (Official Trailer)The Bear | Season 3 Official Trailer | Jeremy Allen White, Ayo Edebiri, Ebon Moss-Bachrach | FXMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

A Tampines resident urged authorities to remove a "warplane" design that was painted onto the side of a block, citing that it was “terribly distasteful" and in "bad and poor taste". However, MP Baey Yam Keng decided against doing so, and justified why in a Facebook post. Was he right in rejecting the call to remove the design? Elsewhere, a Singaporean couple travelling round the world with their 4-year-old child tried to take him on a hike to Mount Everest's base camp in May, but abandoned their plans after he fell ill. However, after making a social media video about their experience, they’ve faced a barrage of criticism for even attempting the hike in the first place. In the face of mounting criticism, the parents have defended their actions as different “parenting styles”. Is there any merit to the criticism?Our New Podcast, TELL YOU FIRSTCheck out our new edutainment podcast that dives into a fascinating array of topics you never knew you needed to know! 30 episodes that will take you into 2025, plus Ep 1 also features 987 DJ Joakim Gomez!Listen on melistenListen on SpotifyListen on Apple(00:00) Intro(04:36) “Distasteful” Warplane Designs on Tampines Block(32:56) Parents Defend Bringing 4-Year-Old up Everest Base Camp(53:16) One Shiok Thing(55:28) One Shiok CommentFind us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB Telegram ChannelYLB TikTok YLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf 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“Distasteful” Warplane Designs on Tampines BlockTampines HDB block's 'red wall' to be repainted after residents complain of 'bloody red reflection'FB Post by Baey Yam Keng'Terribly distasteful': Tampines resident urges removal of 'war-like' plane designs on block, MP Baey Yam Keng respondsAeroplane chess - WikipediaParents Defend Bringing 4-Year-Old up Everest Base CampGlobe-trotting Singapore family responds to critics after 4-year-old son fell ill during trek to Mount Everest's base camp[2019] 8-year-old fulfils dream of reaching Everest base camp with dad after six months in gym - TODAY[Apr 2024] Boy, 5, conquers Mount Everest base camp in 8 days, becomes youngest S'porean to do so - TODAYOne Shiok CommentComments on YLB #543Comment by OriginalGoat1One Shiok ThingNeil deGrasse Tyson and Richard Dawkins Discuss Science, Religion & EvolutionSeverance — Official TrailerMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Former Singapore diplomat Bilahari Kausikan stops by the YLB studio to share his candid views about the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza, and to discuss how the struggle between the global superpowers will ultimately affect us in Southeast Asia. Also, he answers the big question on everyone’s minds: are we headed towards World War 3? What will a second Trump term mean for the rest of the world? While all this sounds really grim, he also tells us why he believes he’s bringing a message of hope. Our New Podcast, TELL YOU FIRSTCheck out our new edutainment podcast that dives into a fascinating array of topics you never knew you needed to know! 30 episodes that will take you into 2025, plus Ep 1 also features 987 DJ Joakim Gomez!Listen on melistenListen on SpotifyListen on Apple(00:00) Intro(00:57) What Exactly Is Diplomacy?(02:44) Bilahari's Accidental Start In Diplomacy(09:52) Pragmatism vs. Emotion(16:25) People's Responses to Israel-Hamas(21:43) Why Calling US-China a Cold War Is Dangerous(25:43) Singapore Is Not In The Middle(31:04) Fundamental Purpose of Diplomacy(33:20) Why the ICJ's Rafah Ruling Will Not Matter In The End(44:37) Can SG Even Do Anything With Regards to Israel-Hamas(51:05) Why We Have to Believe In Diplomatic Solutions(53:39) Is World War III a Possibility?(01:00:43) Lesser Known Challenges SG Is Facing Today(01:10:30) One Shiok ThingFolkloryIf 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.comOne Shiok ThingLee Kuan Yew’s 3 key decisions that made Singapore rich – Tony BlairOut of Darkness - TrailerBritish Library Crime ClassicsFind Bilahari!FacebookLinkedInMiddle East Institute NUSMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

We usually talk about the news, but did not expect to BE the news, which is what happened this week! Our Yah Lah BUT episode with Leong Mun Wai was referenced during this week’s parliamentary sitting by the Speaker of Parliament, Seah Kian Peng. What exactly was Mr Leong’s “act of contempt” on our podcast, and what did we think of the entire fiasco? Elsewhere, the “Friends of the PAP” group of influencers who were unveiled at a PAP event have come under scrutiny. Is there anything inherently wrong with being a buddy to politicians?(00:00) Tell You First(02:27) Intro(05:48) Yah Lah BUT Mentioned in Parliament(40:02) Who Are “Friends of the PAP”?(57:03) One Shiok Comment(59:20) One Shiok ThingOur New Podcast, TELL YOU FIRSTCheck out our new edutainment podcast that dives into a fascinating array of topics you never knew you needed to know! 30 episodes that will take you into 2025, plus Ep 1 also features 987 DJ Joakim Gomez!Listen on melistenListen on SpotifyListen on AppleFind us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB Telegram ChannelYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf 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.comYah Lah BUT Mentioned in ParliamentLeong Mun Wai's comment about being called last to speak in parliament cast aspersions on Speaker's impartiality: Seah Kian PengLeong Mun Wai retracts statement made in podcast after Speaker sought clarificationYLB episode with Leong Mun Wai - Why Governments Cannot Lead All the Way & Why Gen Z Will Be Successful | #YLB 527Who Are “Friends of the PAP”?Influencers, cause champions, businessmen: The new Friends of the PAPPAP to set up climate action, mental health groups to address issues that ‘cut across’ demographics: PM WongIs ‘Friends of the PAP’ Just a Different Way of Saying ‘Sponsored Content’?As pan-national movement, PAP must 'keep faith' with older members & connect with young S'poreans: Desmond Lee[2021] Seah Kian Peng discovers Kamala is 'alamak' spelt backwards, deletes 'not appropriate' post subsequentlyOne Shiok CommentYLB TelegramOne Shiok ThingGreenland Shark: The Shark That’s Twice As Old As AmericaThe FA Disability Cup - Blind Cup Final: Royal National College for the Blind v West Brom HighlightsMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

Recently, Protect Singapore released a scorecard grading politicians based on their LGBTQ stance. Some were disappointed that this occurred right before Pink Dot, but we argue why it might be a good thing. Elsewhere, NUS announced that its students can take Wednesday afternoons off for out-of-class activities starting this August, ostensibly to aid their mental well-being. We question whether this move was really necessary.(00:00) Intro(10:19) Politicians Graded on LGBTQ Stance(29:11) NUS Students Get Wednesday Me-Time(43:42) One Shiok Comment(46:12) One Shiok ThingFind us here!- Our website | https://www.ministryoffunny.com- YLB Subreddit | https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/- YLB Telegram Channel | https://t.me/YahLahButPodcast - YLB TikTok | https://www.tiktok.com/@yahlahbut - YLB IG | https://www.instagram.com/yahlahbut/Nominate a Senior over 60 for Folklory!We’ll be recording 60 Folklories with 60 Singaporeans above 60 yrsSo if you know someone with stories & lessons to share, send us their details!This will be part of our “Words of Wisdom” Project as part of SG60Nominate someone by clicking here, and we’ll be in touch!Politicians Graded on LGBTQ StanceThousands turn up for annual Pink Dot SG rally to show support for LGBTQ communityPoliticians show up for Pink Dot despite scorecard grading their 'family values', say it's important to engage different groupsPSG ScorecardPink Dot 16: No One Left Behind[2020] Gay rights group releases scorecard grading S’pore politicians based on their views on LGBTQ issues[2020] Rainbow Scorecard - Review of the Decade by SayoniThe Business of Activism — Why Pink Dot continues post repealNUS Students Get Wednesday Me-TimeNUS students can take Wednesday afternoons off from 3pm to 6pm for out-of-class activitiesNUSOne: A holistic approach to achieve a well-rounded university experienceNUS introduces Wednesday afternoons off and new sports hostel in push for holistic educationOne Shiok CommentComment by Apprehensive_Nail971One Shiok ThingMeet the L.A. Influencer Who Is Trying to Get Famous By Never Tipping at Restaurants and BarsDisturbing Comments on IGMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

In this Haresh-less episode, we end the patriarchy with guest host Caitanya Tan @caitofalltraits, as we deep dive into the recent debate about why more women in Singapore are choosing to remain single. We also discuss her thoughts about a viral Reddit thread about the Singapore podcast scene, and why some locals think our accent is “cringe”.(00:00) A message from Octa(01:39) Intro(16:58) Why Singapore Women Stay Single(44:31) Singaporean Accent In a Video Game(50:38) Singaporean Accent is Cringe?(01:29:23) One Shiok ThingFind us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB Telegram Channel YLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeOur Sponsor: OctaFx!Download the Octa trading app https://bit.ly/Octa_YahLahBut and use promo code YAHLAH100 to double your deposit! Try Octa Space in the Octa Trading App - connect, learn and trade all within one app.Why Singapore Women Stay SingleAll the Single Ladies: Singaporean Women Share Why They’re Staying SingleRising share of singles is one main reason for Singapore’s great baby drought: ReportSingaporean Accent is Cringe?Reddit thread on Why are Singapore podcasts and podcasters so cringe?One Shiok Thing2024 Commencement Address by Roger Federer at DartmouthSheryl Koh | Certified personal colour analystFind Cait!InstagramTikTokMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

In light of Haresh’s absence, we have comedian Jacky onboard as this week’s guest host! We talk about last weekend’s big news: the oil spill caused by an allision between two vessels that stained coastlines at East Coast Park, Labrador Nature Reserve, Keppel Bay, the Southern Islands and Sentosa. We discuss the media frenzy around the issue, and whether more could have been done to contain the spill. Aside from that, we also talk about creativity in Singapore schools, as MOE revealed that Singapore’s 15-year-olds topped a global test of creative thinking despite not thinking of themselves as creative. (00:00) Intro(11:05) Oil Spill Stains Singapore(33:54) Does Creativity Exist in Schools?(01:02:28) One Shiok ThingFind us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB Telegram ChannelYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeNominate a Senior over 60 for Folklory!We’ll be recording 60 Folklories with 60 Singaporeans above 60 yrsSo if you know someone with stories & lessons to share, send us their details!This will be part of our “Words of Wisdom” Project as part of SG60Nominate someone by clicking here, and we’ll be in touch!Oil Spill Stains SingaporeCNA Explains: What we know about the Singapore oil spill that's affected Sentosa and other beachesJoint Media Statement: Progress of Joint Oil Spill Clean-up OperationsJoint Oil Spill Clean-Up Operations Advance to Next PhaseBooms, busters and dispersants: Here’s how an oil spill is cleaned up in S’pore watersSingapore races to clean up beaches after oil spillSingapore races to clean oil spill as luxury beach resort coated in slickOil spill incident: Four kingfishers rescued so far, two have diedMPA responded within 11 minutes of being alerted to oil spill, cleanup to take time: Chee Hong TatDoes Creativity Exist in Schools?Singapore’s 15-year-old students score top marks in OECD’s creative thinking testSingapore students top PISA study on creative thinking, despite not thinking of themselves as creativeSingapore Students Show High Levels of Creative Thinking Skills: OECD PISA 2022One Shiok ThingBlue Period | Official Trailer | Netflix AnimeMy Response to Terrence HowardFind Jacky!InstagramHappy Ever Laughter Standup Comedy MadnessFakkah Fuzz presents I Am Fadzri RashidJacky and FriendsMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

2 years after our last SOLD OUT live show, we’re finally back with another YLB LIVE recording! 40 YLB listeners spent Saturday night with us at Monk’s Brew Club, as we discussed the thorny issue of whether BTOs lead to more divorces in Singapore. In a slight departure from our usual format, we had other interactive segments like “Most Not Shiok Comments” and an audience Q&A. For those who missed out this time, we promise that there’ll be more live shows, so make sure to follow our socials to keep up to date with our latest announcements!!(00:00) Intro(03:55) BTO System Leads to More Divorces in Singapore(20:45) Not Shiok Comments(31:58) Answers From a Hat(43:57) One Shiok ThingFind us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB Telegram ChannelYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeNominate a Senior over 60 for Folklory!We’ll be recording 60 Folklories with 60 Singaporeans above 60 yrsSo if you know someone with stories & lessons to share, send us their details!This will be part of our “Words of Wisdom” Project as part of SG60Nominate someone by clicking here, and we’ll be in touch!BTO System Leads to More Divorces in SingaporeBTO system may have spurred earlier marriages but higher divorce rates: NUS studyBTO scheme led to early marriages but may also have contributed to more divorces: studyDo BTOs lead to early marriage and divorce?Marry for Love, or Love of House?One Shiok ThingCara, the anti-AI app for creatives, started by Singaporean photographer, Jingna ZhangSurviving the Deadliest Narco Route! THE DARIEN GAP! 🏴‍☠️Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak