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The Straits Times Podcasts
Synopsis: Almost every weekday, our ALL-IN-ONE channel showcases discussions on Singapore youth perspectives and social issues, geopolitics through an Asian lens, health, climate change, personal finance and career.
Follow our shows on your favourite audio apps Apple Podcasts, Spotify or even ST's app, which has a dedicated podcast player section.
Produced by podcast editor Ernest Luis & The Straits Times, SPH Media.
Episodes
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E17: In a Beijing park, the elderly take a second shot at love: Letter From The Bureau
Synopsis: Every first Friday of the month, The Straits Times' foreign editor Bhagyashree Garekar chats with ST’s correspondents in the Asia-Pacific, the US and…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E5: How does crypto, NFTs and blockchain link to the Metaverse?- AskST
Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses Singapore's latest news and announcements. Cryptocurrencies are more than just about 'crypto bros' and NFTs more than…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E94: Let’s talk about organ donation
Synopsis: Every first and third Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times helps you make sense of health matters that affect you. Organ donation usually takes…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E71: Kylie Jenner's 'climate criminal' controversy: Celebs and climate change
Synopsis: Each month, The Straits Times examines the ins and outs of pop culture in the Asian entertainment and Hollywood scene. In this very special crossover…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E14: What role do Nominated MPs play in the political process? (Pt 2)
Synopsis: Every second and fourth Friday of the month, The Straits Times' Insight editor Grace Ho takes a hard look at political and social issues of the day…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E90: In Asia’s ‘summit month’, Biden will attend G-20 and Asean meets: Asian Insider
Synopsis: Every fourth Friday of the month, The Straits Times' US bureau chief Nirmal Ghosh presents Asian views of the United States. In this episode on…
The Straits Times PodcastsS2E19: Singapore's MAS core inflation up to 5.3% in September - The Big Story
Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses Singapore's latest news and announcements. Inflation continues to climb here in Singapore. The Monetary Authority of…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E53: Powerlifter Farhanna Farid is capable of incredible things
Synopsis: The Straits Times' executive editor Sumiko Tan gets up close with newsmakers over lunch - and a selfie. Over three months, national powerlifter…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E54: Chris Froome: I love the ‘suffering’ involved in pro cycling
Synopsis: Every second and fourth Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times tackles the talking points in sport. ST Sports Talk welcomes sporting royalty in…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E18: China, the US, and national security: Power Play
Synopsis: On the third Friday of every month, The Straits Times examines various facets of the US-China rivalry and its implications for Asia. Join Charissa…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E93: Understanding mental health stigma
Synopsis: Every first and third Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times helps you make sense of health matters that affect you. Mental health stigma is what…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E24: How will Singapore manage the growing otter population?
Synopsis: Every Tuesday, The Straits Times analyses Singapore's latest news and announcements. The Straits Times' Zakir Hussain, Singapore editor at The…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E129: Critical illness coverage: Insurance for your income - BT Money Hacks (Ep 129)
Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Business Times breaks down useful financial tips. How can you make sure you don’t suffer ‘lost…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E5: How young investors can navigate wisely with triple threats of inflation, higher interest rates and recession: Invest Talk
Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, get our tips on working smarter, getting ahead in your career and investing like a pro with ST's business…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E87: Business, the power behind the green transition
Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the beat of the changing environment, from biodiversity conservation to climate…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E53: Taqi Jahari’s 20-year journey from teen S-League ref to Qatar World Cup
Synopsis: Every second and fourth Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times tackles the talking points in sport. In this episode, ST sports correspondent…
The Straits Times PodcastsS2E18: 3,000 BTO flats to be built in Dover Forest; first of 3 projects to launch in Nov - The Big Story
Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses Singapore's latest news and announcements. Around 3,000 Build-To-Order (BTO) flats will be built in the eastern half of…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E13: Is the Nominated Member of Parliament scheme losing its relevance? (Pt 1)
Synopsis: Every second and fourth Friday of the month, The Straits Times' Insight editor Grace Ho takes a hard look at political and social issues of the day…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E15: Avoiding war over Taiwan: Speaking of Asia
Synopsis: Every second Friday of the month, join The Straits Times' associate editor Ravi Velloor, as he distills his experience from four decades of covering…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E5: Malaysia triggers snap polls, Malaysian King ‘disappointed’ at current political developments: Across The Causeway
Synopsis: Every month, The Straits Times Kuala Lumpur bureau analyses the latest issues making the headlines in Malaysia. This ST video livestream was hosted…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E4: Malaysian PM says he may propose early election during meeting with King: Across The Causeway
Synopsis: Every month, The Straits Times Kuala Lumpur bureau analyses the latest issues making the headlines in Malaysia. This ST video livestream was hosted…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E16: Tree huggers' outcry as Japan plans to chop thousands of trees to pursue development: Letter From The Bureau
Synopsis: Every first Friday of the month, The Straits Times' foreign editor Bhagyashree Garekar chats with ST’s correspondents in the Asia-Pacific, the US and…
The Straits Times PodcastsS2E17: Singapore home owners face higher fixed mortgage rates: The Big Story
Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses Singapore's latest news and announcements. Home loan rates in Singapore hit their highest in years on Tuesday (Oct 4)…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E92: How suicide can impact families and friends
Synopsis: Every first and third Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times helps you make sense of health matters that affect you. Suicide is a complex…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E10: South-east Asia businesses in crosshairs of geopolitics: Work Talk
Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, get our tips on working smarter, getting ahead in your career and investing like a pro with ST's business…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E23: Securing the world's best for Singapore and luring top local talents back home
Synopsis: Every Tuesday, The Straits Times analyses Singapore's latest news and announcements. The Straits Times' Zakir Hussain, Singapore editor at The…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E18: Impact investing: Making a difference with your capital - Wealth BT Ep 18
Synopsis: Learn to protect and grow your wealth in this monthly Business Times podcast series for affluent individuals, hosted by BT wealth editor Genevieve…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E86: How much more renewable energy can South-east Asia tap?
Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the beat of the changing environment, from biodiversity conservation to climate…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E70: Avril-is-dead, Larry Stylinson and all the fandom conspiracies in between
Synopsis: Each month, The Straits Times examines the ins and outs of pop culture in the Asian entertainment and Hollywood scene. Is Canadian pop star Avril…
The Straits Times PodcastsS2E16: Singaporeans consume twice the level of sodium recommended by WHO: The Big Story
Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses Singapore's latest news and announcements. Along with Singapore's growing sodium intake, there is a rising prevalence of…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E52: F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali on Singapore GP's status, the sport's growth, sustainability and competition
Synopsis: Every second and fourth Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times tackles the talking points in sport. In this episode, ST sports correspondent…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E4: Are digital banks for you? - askST
Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses Singapore's latest news and announcements. What is a digital bank? How do saving accounts with daily interest rates work?…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E7: Cryptocurrency scams: Not just those in their 20s to 30s fall prey - even the elderly are targeted
Synopsis: This is a special-edition podcast series by The Straits Times to raise greater public awareness of the modern scourge of scams in Singapore and…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E52: Money is not a motivation for co-founders of PatSnap
Synopsis: The Straits Times' executive editor Sumiko Tan gets up close with newsmakers over lunch - and a selfie. PatSnap simplifies the complex world of…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E22: Housing in Singapore: Is affordability for next generation under threat?
Synopsis: Every Tuesday, The Straits Times analyses Singapore's latest news and announcements. The Straits Times' Zakir Hussain, Singapore editor at The…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E69: The Adam Levine cheating scandal explained
Synopsis: Each month, The Straits Times examines the ins and outs of pop culture in the Asian entertainment and Hollywood scene. #PopVultures host Jan Lee goes…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E12: Just how hard is it to stub out smoking? (Pt 2)
Synopsis: Every second and fourth Friday of the month, The Straits Times' Insight editor Grace Ho takes a hard look at political and social issues of the day…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E34: Sadness, sickness and seasons
Synopsis: A monthly literary podcast by The Straits Times featuring titles in the headlines and sizzling reads. The latest episode of this literary podcast by…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E89: Why US views on resilience and not engaging China may not help South-east Asia: Asian Insider
Synopsis: Every fourth Friday of the month, The Straits Times' US bureau chief Nirmal Ghosh presents Asian views of the United States. The United States' Indo…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E2: How is a law repealed? - ST Explains
Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses Singapore's latest news and announcements. One law has been talked about by many Singaporeans for months - Section 377A of…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E91: Take charge of your health with Healthier SG
Synopsis: Every first and third Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times helps you make sense of health matters that affect you. A white paper on the new…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E51: Will Roger Federer's retirement pave way for new wave of tennis talent? - Sports Talk Special
Synopsis: This ST video livestream was hosted by Cheow Sue-Ann on Sept 16. One of the most legendary careers in sports is coming to an end as tennis icon Roger…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E21: What Formula One's return means for fans, businesses and Singapore's economy
Synopsis: Every Tuesday, The Straits Times analyses Singapore's latest news and announcements. The Straits Times' Zakir Hussain, Singapore editor at The…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E4: Thinking about retirement? CPF Life and tips on spending less while investing: Invest Talk
Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, get our tips on working smarter, getting ahead in your career and investing like a pro with ST's business…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E85: What’s at stake for South-east Asia at COP27 climate conference
Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the beat of the changing environment, from biodiversity conservation to climate…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E17: Chips, the ‘new oil’: Power Play
Synopsis: Every third Friday of the month, The Straits Times examines various facets of the US-China rivalry and its implications for Asia. Join Charissa Yong…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E1: S-REITs : good hedge against inflation? BT Podcasts
Synopsis: The Business Times Podcast channel showcases niche series Money Hacks, Mark To Market and WealthBT, and sponsored series. Although Singapore real…
The Straits Times PodcastsS2E15: Case wants stronger protection for passengers bumped off overbooked trips - The Big Story
Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses Singapore's latest news and announcements. The practice of overbooking should be reviewed to protect consumers in…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E20: Robust debate in Parliament over new scheme to woo top foreign talent
Synopsis: Every Tuesday, The Straits Times analyses Singapore's latest news and announcements in this weekly podcast. The Straits Times' Zakir Hussain…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E51: 'It's been a roller coaster,' Edwin Tong on his journey from lawyer to lawmaker
Synopsis: The Straits Times' executive editor Sumiko Tan gets up close with newsmakers over lunch - and a selfie. His ministry's work involves building…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E11: Just how hard is it to stub out smoking? (Pt 1)
Synopsis: Every second and fourth Friday of the month, The Straits Times' Insight editor Grace Ho takes a hard look at political and social issues of the day…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E14: Could India lose its democracy? - Speaking of Asia
Synopsis: Every second Friday of the month, join The Straits Times' associate editor Ravi Velloor, as he distills his experience from four decades of covering…
The Straits Times PodcastsS2E14: Motorists face roadblocks in getting refunds for expired Malaysian Touch 'n Go cards - The Big Story
Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses Singapore's latest news and announcements. Motorists driving to Malaysia are having to jump through hoops to get a refund…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E50: Singapore's netball star Charmaine Soh on being a mum-athlete
Synopsis: Every second and fourth Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times tackles the talking points in sport. In this episode, ST sports correspondent…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E90: What to expect when caring for an end-of-life patient at home
Synopsis: Every first and third Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times helps you make sense of health matters that affect you. The Singapore Government is…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E84: Can natural gas, a fossil fuel, really be green?
Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the beat of the changing environment, from biodiversity conservation to climate…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E9: Oh, how we suck at work appraisals: Work Talk
Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, get our tips on working smarter, getting ahead in your career and investing like a pro with ST's business…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E68: Extraordinary Attorney Woo and the nuances of stories about minority groups
Synopsis: Each month, The Straits Times examines the ins and outs of pop culture in the Asian entertainment and Hollywood scene. In this episode of…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E15: Why China is lavishing love on villages: Letter From The Bureau
Synopsis: Every first Friday of the month, The Straits Times' foreign editor Bhagyashree Garekar chats with ST’s correspondents in the Asia-Pacific, the US and…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E2: Why it is important for Singaporeans to stay calm during goods shortages: Chan Chun Sing - Post-NDR Conversations
Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses Singapore's latest news and announcements. Education Minister Chan Chun Sing, who was singled out by Prime Minister Lee…