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South-east Asian scam centres a growing regional security threat
Season 1 Episode 114
Why action is needed to avoid some countries being labelled as 'scam states'.
Synopsis: Every third and fourth Friday of the month, The Straits Times…
1 year, 8 months ago
Singaporean switches banking studies for music; debut album on US jazz chart
Season 1 Episode 15
Home-grown jazz saxophone player Sean Hong Wei is the 15th guest in this music channel.
Synopsis (headphones recommended): The Straits Times invites …
1 year, 8 months ago
Workers aren't loyal anymore, why train them?
Season 1 Episode 1
How can Singapore business leaders become special?
Synopsis: The Straits Times speaks with the new dean of Insead Asia Campus, Professor Sameer Hasij…
1 year, 8 months ago
Has pricey car ownership killed youths' desire for cars?
Season 1 Episode 17
A university professor says his students are not keen on owning a car, while a motor industry expert says that they would, if cars were affordable.
…1 year, 8 months ago
Why parents should not see teachers as service providers: Chan Chun Sing
Season 1 Episode 11
Can there be respect?
Synopsis: The Usual Place host Natasha Ann Zachariah hunts for new perspectives on issues of the day.
Education Minister Chan …
1 year, 9 months ago
How a savvy Asean has helped prevent wars in region: Kishore Mahbubani
Season 1 Episode 113
The seasoned Singapore diplomat is bullish on India and Asean but says the US should not be underestimated.
Synopsis: Every third and fourth Friday o…
1 year, 9 months ago
How do young workers view pay?
Season 2 Episode 2
Salaries need to be structured more flexibly to reflect broader aspirations.
Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, get a headstart in …
1 year, 9 months ago
Bezos Earth Fund's menu for Asia: Bugs, slaughter-free meat and fermented protein
Season 2 Episode 2
In the bid to make alternative protein palatable to the consumer, South-east Asian cuisine offers some advantages.
Synopsis: Every first and third S…
1 year, 9 months ago
What future for the famed Gurkhas?
Season 1 Episode 34
Revered as soldiers, the Gurkhas are Nepalis who are recruited into the British Army, the Singapore Police, the Indian Army, and recently, even the R…
1 year, 9 months ago
Bye-bye 5Cs. Hello, purpose: how we redefine success
Season 1 Episode 10
Does living a meaningful, purpose-filled life trump materialistic goals and climbing the corporate ladder these days?
Synopsis: The Usual Place host …
1 year, 9 months ago