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Singapore's Les Miserables star Nathania Ong on what it cost to chase her dreams
Season 2 Episode 41
Surviving on vibes and hard work? What it's like working as a freelance artist overseas.
Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, get a h…
3 months ago
The mystery of Chongqing grilled fish’s origin story - and why it matters
Season 2 Episode 71
The stakes are high. A region’s association with a popular dish is increasingly big business, as the Chinese eat out more.
Synopsis: Every first Frid…
3 months ago
Why young Singaporeans see having kids as a loss and not something to be gained
Season 1 Episode 93
Would changes to Singapore’s education system fix our low fertility rate?
A new work group, comprising political office holders from various ministri…
3 months ago
‘Corporate mafia’: The scandal that Malaysia can no longer ignore
Season 2 Episode 70
From drink-driving to MACC scandal, is Malaysia's justice system bending to public pressure or finally getting serious?
Synopsis: Every fourth Friday…
3 months, 1 week ago
Why do people in Singapore need to be told not to groom ourselves on the MRT train?
Season 1 Episode 92
An ongoing SMRT campaign, meant to inspire a gracious commute culture, has laid down the law on what’s acceptable, or not, on the train.
Two bubble-l…
3 months, 1 week ago
Is chilli the most important ingredient in Singapore cuisine?
Season 1 Episode 72
Is “not spicy enough” a legitimate criticism of a dish?
Synopsis: On Wednesdays, The Straits Times takes a hard look at key issues of the day with n…
3 months, 1 week ago
Singapore’s green paradox: Planting trees while losing forest cover
Season 2 Episode 38
Our hosts try to make sense of conflicting developments in this city state.
Synopsis: Every first and third Tuesday of the month, The Straits Times p…
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Sing Song Social Club founder Aarika Lee on the magic of community
Season 2 Episode 40
Get a peek into the workings of the viral community choir and unpack the importance of finding your tribe.
Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
What happens when single-sex schools go co-ed?
Season 1 Episode 91
Over the last couple of years, several of Singapore’s well-known boys’ schools have opened their doors to girls.
The latest to join the list is Montf…
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Fewer babies, slower boom? The future of Singapore’s real estate market
Season 1 Episode 71
Why Singapore’s low fertility rate last year could really redefine real estate from 2050.
Synopsis: On Wednesdays, The Straits Times takes a hard look…
3 months, 2 weeks ago