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May 14, 2024 • 1h 17min

#527 ft. Leong Mun Wai - Why Governments Cannot Lead All the Way & Why Gen Z Will Be Successful

NCMP Leong Mun Wai of the Progress Singapore Party stops by the YLB studio to tell us why he chose to return to Singapore after 18 years, why we should avoid voting with our feet,, and reveals his message to critics of his behaviour in Parliament.(00:00) Intro(02:00) Interest in Politics(07:12) Why Come Back to Singapore(10:43) The Direction of Singapore(13:09) How Society Should Be(17:30) Balancing Idealism and Pragmatism(24:08) Singapore's Precarious Position(30:24) SkillsFuture(36:54) Birthrate(42:52) Finance Industry in Singapore(48:43) Investment in Training Locals(55:43) Singapore Attracting Rich People(01:12:49) One Shiok Thing Find us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryCapture stories & memories from your parents while they are still around!Click here to chat with us on WhatsApp, or find out more info at Folklory.com One Shiok ThingConan And Jordan Are Co-Hosting A Radio Show | Conan O'Brien RadioFallout - Official Trailer | Prime VideoFind Leong Mun Wai!Personal Website, LeonMunWai.sgInstagramFacebookProgress Singapore Party FacebookMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak
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May 13, 2024 • 1h 1min

#526 - Rules on Taking MC to Be Stricter & Dynamic Pricing for Concerts Comes to Singapore

MOH is allegedly looking into tightening rules on MCs after receiving feedback about doctors issuing them improperly. What does this mean for employees who are genuinely sick? Elsewhere, it appears that surge pricing has come to concerts in Singapore, specifically for the Hamilton musical, and Laufey’s upcoming concert. Is this going to be a new paradigm for concert-going as we know it; and we debate whether this is a bad thing.Find us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB 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.comRules on Taking MC to Be StricterMOH to tighten rules on MCs after feedback on docs issuing them excessively or improperly | The Straits Times[Jul 2023] Can you get an MC in under 1 minute? CNA tests telemedicine apps to find out - CNAClinic investigated for issuing MCs without audio or video consultation on telemedicine platform - CNADynamic Pricing for Concerts Comes to SingaporeSurge prices for concerts, shows? Fans irked as dynamic pricing creeps into S'pore ticket sales - TODAY[Jun 2023] Taylor Swift Adds Dozens Of Overseas Shows—Here’s Why Tickets Could Be A Lot Cheaper Than In The U.S.One Shiok CommentComment by Marty-gv4nvComment by ayu_adamsOne Shiok ThingWhy Uniqlo's $20 Shoulder Bag Is the Internet's Go-To EDC Pack | Gear PatrolLana Del Rey x Billie Eilish - Ocean Eyes/Video Games - Live at Coachella 2024Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak
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May 10, 2024 • 1h 8min

#525 - Can Lawrence Wong Make Unpopular Decisions? & How to Save Holland Village Magazine Store

In anticipation of Lawrence Wong taking over as PM next week, he sat down for a wide-ranging interview with The Economist magazine. What did we learn about the PM-designate and his leadership style in this piece? Elsewhere, Singaporeans lamented the loss of yet another local icon; this time, it’s Thambi Magazine Store at Holland Village. Are we hypocrites for reminiscing about the store and calling for it to be saved, but not supporting the business while it was still around?Find us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB 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.comCan Lawrence Wong Make Unpopular Decisions?Lawrence Wong in his own wordsAn interview with Lawrence Wong, Singapore’s next PMPM-to-be Lawrence Wong willing to make 'hard decisions' but will listen to all views: Economist interviewHow to Save Holland Village Magazine StoreEnd of an era as Thambi Magazine Store closes down after more than 80 yearsMeet the man who's keeping Holland Village's iconic Thambi Magazine Store goingHolland Village magazine store owner getting help to reopen shop at new spotLament Thambi magazine store closing, but stop the hypocritical heritage wailingNHB - Our Sg Heritage Plan 2.0 Information Centre: IndustryOne Shiok CommentSpotify link to our last episodeOne Shiok ThingSingaporean actress-singer Nathania Ong to play Eliza in West End staging of HamiltonCrush! | iPad Pro | AppleMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak
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May 8, 2024 • 1h 7min

#524 - Penalties for Dangerous Driving Scrutinised & OSIM Mother’s Day Ad Fat Shames Mothers?

This week in Parliament, MPs debated about road safety in Singapore after the recent accident in Tampines that killed two people. While penalties under the Road Traffic Act have been deemed to be adequate vis-a-vis other countries, why are people calling for increasing them? Elsewhere, massage chair brand OSIM’s Mother’s Day ad was criticised for fat shaming and for promoting domestic violence. Was it really that bad or was it just a case of wokeism?Find us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB 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.comPenalties for Dangerous Driving ScrutinisedPenalties for dangerous driving adequate, will not be increased for now: MHARed-light cameras caught over 800 speeding violations in three weeks since activation of speed function - CNAFatal Tampines accident's traffic junction design based on 'international safety standards'[UK] MP calls for tighter rules for new drivers[AU] Speed review among recommendations to make Victorian roads safer for pedestrians, cyclists[US] Lessons from the Dutch Traffic Safety Revolution - BloombergOSIM Mother’s Day Ad Fat Shames Mothers?#trending: Osim apologises, tweaks Mother's Day ads that critics say could spur fat shaming, domestic violenceOne Shiok CommentComment thread by SingaporeingComment by internetlurker96One Shiok ThingBono Delivers Penn's Commencement AddressNikki Glaser’s Roast of Tom BradyMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak
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May 6, 2024 • 58min

#523 - Less Screen Time for Singapore Children & Hossan Leong Takes Shot at Hamilton Musical

In Lawrence Wong’s speech at Samaritans of Singapore’s gala dinner, he suggested that  Singapore will consider additional safeguards around excessive screen time and social media usage for children in order to protect their mental health. Is this considered government overreach? Elsewhere, actor Hossan Leong complained on social media about how a foreign musical last-minute cancellation of a show made the news, while a local production that faced a similar situation did not get the same coverage.Find us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB 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.comLess Screen Time for Singapore ChildrenS’pore to consider additional safeguards around excessive screen time for children: DPM WongTeens see social media algorithms as accurate reflections of themselves, study finds'Not just about building more capacity at IMH': DPM Wong on enhancing mental health care in SingaporeThe Facebook Generation Wants Some Boundaries - The AtlanticHossan Leong Takes Shot at Hamilton MusicalHossan Leong knocks Hamilton show cancellation due to illness: 'Contingencies must be put in place'Musical Hamilton’s May 2 show to go ahead after abrupt May 1 cancellation due to ‘unexpected illness’Candlelight Concerts: Official TicketsOne Shiok CommentComment by SingaporeingComment by MartyOne Shiok ThingGalaxy Quest (1999) TrailerPhone repairs are getting ridiculous - Here's why.Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak
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May 3, 2024 • 1h 4min

#522 - New ERP System Causes Frustration & Security Industry Bickers Over SGAG Video

The impending implementation of the new ERP system has caused a ruckus online, with many criticising the new 3-piece hardware to be installed on the dashboards of all Singapore vehicles. Is the criticism justified? Elsewhere, an SGAG video commissioned by the union representing security workers has stirred up a war of words with another industry association, which lambasted the buffoonery of the characters in the video. Was the SGAG skit really that bad?(00:00) On this episode...(00:27) Intro(03:50) New ERP System Causes Frustration(32:37) Security Industry Bickers Over SGAG Video(47:12) Adressing the Previous Episode(58:49) One Shiok ThingFind us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB 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.comNew ERP System Causes FrustrationNext-gen ERP: New vehicles to get on-board units from May, existing motorbikes from JuneCar owners can choose to install ERP 2.0 processing units at driver's footwell: LTA - CNAAmid some public confusion, LTA reiterates car owners can install ERP 2.0 processing unit on driver's side if feasible - TODAYExplaining why the car OBU must be in 3 piecesOur MOF video -  Sexiest Security Guard in Singapore[Oct 2023] Next-gen ERP on-board units: What car dealers and motorists saySecurity Industry Bickers Over SGAG VideoWar of words erupts between security workers' union and industry association over SGAG video, progressive wage modelOne Shiok CommentComments on YLB #521 on YouTubeComments on YLB #521 on RedditOne Shiok Thinghubs.life (@hubs.life) on TikTokOn Duty: Child Sexual Abuse Materials (CSAM)Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak 
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Apr 30, 2024 • 1h 25min

#521 ft. A Palestinian in West Bank - “Calling it the Israel-Hamas war is misleading”

We had a conversation with Palestinian lawyer Hanan Sahmoud to talk about what she learnt from Singapore after spending a year here, her experience living under occupation in the West Bank, and what everyday Singaporeans can do to help the situation in Gaza.(00:00) On this episode...(00:32) Intro(03:05) Hanan's Singapore Experience(06:00) How Palestinians Travel(14:01) Singaporean Awareness of Palestine and How It Surprised Hanan(19:21) Why Views on Palestine Are Skewed(23:35) What Solidarity Means to Hanan and What You Can Do For Palestine(27:48) Should You Discuss Israel-Palestine As a Foreigner?(35:02) Living In Military Occupied West Bank(51:02) Tensions Between Palestinians and Israeli Settlers(58:59) How Palestinians View Hamas(01:07:14) Did Hamas Really Force Their Way to Power In Palestine?(01:10:27) Does Liberty For Palestine Equate to The Elimination of Israel?(01:18:01) Are Palestinians Optimistic of Their Chances of Liberation?(01:20:48) Hanan's Message to Singaporeans(01:23:00) One Shiok ThingFind us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB 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.comHanan’s Papers on Gaza and the Middle EastOngoing War on Gaza: A Palestinian Perspective - RSISUnpacking Tensions and Terrorism in the Middle East - RSISOrganizations Providing Aid to GazaConnecting Humanity IG - provides eSIMs to GazansLove Aid Singapore - Singaporean charityWizard_bisan1 on IG - Filmmaker on the ground in GazaMotaz on X - Photographer on the ground in GazaOne Shiok ThingStunning Rafael Nadal Win vs Alex De Minaur! | Madrid 2024 HighlightsDave Matthews - Live at Radio CityThe Wretched of the Earth by Frantz FanonMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak
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Apr 29, 2024 • 54min

#520 - Bank Employees Fired for Medical Claims Abuse & 14-y.o. Girls Found With Guys and Alcohol in Sentosa Hotel

OCBC’s private banking arm, Bank of Singapore, allegedly fired up to 40 employees after probing claims of medical benefits abuse. Was it fair for the bank to fire these individuals even after they had returned the money from the aforementioned benefit claims? Elsewhere, a parent sounded a warning about a Sentosa hotel where his teenage daughter had attended a party with a group of guys and alcohol. However, many online commentators criticised the parent instead, saying that he was blaming the hotel for his daughter’s behaviour, which should have been his responsibility. Where does the fault lie?Find us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB 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.comBank Employees Fired for Medical Claims AbuseBank of Singapore uncovers misuse of medical benefits; fires some employeesGP in Bank of Singapore medical claims probe ‘has no contractual relationship with bank’: ClinicBank of Singapore fired up to 40 people for medical insurance claims14-y.o. Girls Found With Guys and Alcohol in Sentosa Hotel14-year-old girls in hotel room with guys and alcohol, police investigatingOne Shiok CommentComment by foxhound-19Comment by Marty-gv4nvOne Shiok ThingS'porean man, 31, wins 2nd place in international parkour competitionRobosen Megatron is the Best Evil Robot You Can BuyMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak
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Apr 26, 2024 • 1h 4min

#519 - TikTok Ban is REAL & Business Slammed for Rude Message to Riders

This past week, the US President signed a bill that has been described effectively as a ban on social media app TikTok. What will the next 9-12 months entail for the Singapore-headquartered business, and should content creators start moving to other platforms? Closer to home, a home-based business got flak for leaving a series of rude messages to delivery riders outside their premises, with some consumers promising to boycott the business in response. Are people overreacting, or should businesses be more mindful of their words?Find us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf you’re looking for a meaningful gift for Mother’s Day, how about Folklory? Order your Folklory at Folklory.com by 30 Apr and get it by Mother’s Day guaranteed!TikTok Ban is REALCongress’s $95 billion Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan aid package, explained - VoxThe Bill that was passed - Official DocumentWhen a TikTok ban could start and what it means for you - The Washington PostWhy the U.S. Is Forcing TikTok to Be Sold or Banned - The New York TimesBusiness Slammed for Rude Message to Riders#trending: Home-based business slammed for ‘rude’ signs targeting delivery ridersOne Shiok CommentComments on YLB517 with Jamus LimComment by imrunninglateOne Shiok ThingBeavis and Butt-Head - SNL with Ryan GoslingLimp Bizkit - Paraguay 2024 Asuncionico Full showMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak
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Apr 24, 2024 • 1h 6min

#518 - Shanmugam Rebuts “Sneering” From The Economist & Singaporean Workers Threatening to Quit if Forced to Return to Office?

Law and Home Affairs Minister rebuts The Economist's article on Singapore's future leadership. Survey shows 1 in 2 Singapore workers would quit if forced back to office. Discussion on generational work attitudes and authenticity.

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