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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 PodcastsS1E86: Ex-Google chairman Eric Schmidt says Singapore is perfect technology partner for the US: Asian Insider
Synopsis: In this special episode, The Straits Times' foreign editor Bhagyashree Garekar speaks with Mr Eric Schmidt, the former Google chairman who started…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E76: Don't procrastinate, mitigate: IPCC - Green Pulse
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 PodcastsS1E37: Nishigaya for the Lions, Ten Hag for the Red Devils: ST Sports Talk
Synopsis: The Straits Times tackles the biggest sports talking points every month. In this episode, ST sports correspondents Sazali Abdul Aziz and David Lee…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E3: Singapore’s 4G refresh of the social compact should include politics
Synopsis: The Straits Times' opinion editor Grace Ho takes a hard look at political and social issues of the day with her expert guests. In this episode, she…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E75: How the reinsurance industry can push climate action: Green Pulse
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 PodcastsS1E36: SEA Games flagbearer Sheik Farhan gunning for gold: ST Sports Talk
Synopsis: The Straits Times tackles the biggest sports talking points every month. In this episode, ST sports correspondent Sazali Abdul Aziz chats with…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E1: NZ PM Jacinda Adern on partnering Singapore, Covid-19 and social media: ST Podcasts
Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses Singapore's latest news and announcements. New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern recently visited Singapore on April…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E42: Beijing starts mass testing as Covid cases spike: China Perspective
Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses the latest developments in China in this weekly podcast. The Straits Times' China bureau chief Tan Dawn Wei chats with…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E43: Ng Gim Choo and Ng Yi-Xian of Etonhouse International Education Group: Lunch With Sumiko
Synopsis: The Straits Times' executive editor Sumiko Tan gets up close with newsmakers over lunch - and a selfie. At work, Mr Ng Yi-Xian calls his mother, the…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E45: Biden administration faces impasse over Covid-19 funding: Washington Report
Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses the latest developments in the United States in this weekly podcast. The Straits Times' US bureau chief Nirmal Ghosh chats…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E14: Tackling health and wealth concerns of a long life: WealthBT Ep 14
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 PodcastsS1E3: Boss, I am not data stupid; you never trained me: 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 PodcastsS1E5: What you need to know about Singapore's easing of Covid-19 rules from April 26
Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses Singapore's latest news and announcements in this weekly podcast. The Straits Times' Zakir Hussain, Singapore editor at…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E1: Will surging energy costs spark a global rethink? - Earth Day 2022 Roundtable
Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses Singapore's latest news and announcements. The surge in energy prices is causing nations to rethink their energy security…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E12: Panda diplomacy amid US-China tensions: 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 PodcastsS1E2: How do we get more people to cycle to work?
Synopsis: The Straits Times' opinion editor Grace Ho takes a hard look at political and social issues of the day with her expert guests. In this episode, she…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E81: Not sleeping well? The doctor can help: Health Check
Synopsis: Every first and third Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times helps you make sense of health matters that affect you. The pandemic may have changed…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E135: How Lawrence Wong was picked as PAP's 4G leader: The Big Story
Synopsis: This is a special episode of The Straits Times' video series The Big Story, hosted by Hairianto Diman and Olivia Quay. On April 16, Prime Minister…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E41: Statistics reveal China's economy has beaten expectations: China Perspective
Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses the latest developments in China in this weekly podcast. The Straits Times' China bureau chief Tan Dawn Wei chats with…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E4: Lawrence Wong not short of choices for PAP 4G deputy or deputies
Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses Singapore's latest news and announcements in this weekly podcast. The Straits Times' Zakir Hussain, Singapore editor at…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E9: Lawrence Wong not short of choices for PAP 4G deputy or deputies: SG Extra
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 PodcastsS1E2: General Yamashita’s lost gold
Synopsis: In this special series, The Straits Times dives into some of the greatest unsolved mysteries in South-east Asia, and examines the underlying issues…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E85: Upcoming Summit to bring Asean Leaders to the White House: Asian Insider
Synopsis: Each month, The Straits Times' US Bureau Chief Nirmal Ghosh presents an Asian perspective of the biggest global talking points with expert guests. In…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E44: Mental illness and guns - Brooklyn subway shooting in US sparks debate: Washington Report
Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses the latest developments in the United States in this weekly podcast. The Straits Times' US bureau chief Nirmal Ghosh chats…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E3: Inside Singapore's Covid-19 War Room
Synopsis: This podcast series is based on selected chapters from a book, detailing Singapore’s experience battling the Covid-19 pandemic. The book -…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E3: The importance of ESG in the Asian bond market: BT podcasts
Synopsis: The Business Times Podcast channel showcases niche series Money Hacks, Mark To Market and WealthBT, and sponsored series. Given global ESG assets are…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E1: The Pitch by Garage: Hepmil's story
Synopsis: The Pitch by Garage is The Business Times’ new podcast hosted by NUS Alumni Ventures co-founder Vanessa Ho. It deep dives into startups and…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E1: Analysing sentiments of some pro-China Singaporeans and differing views over Ukraine crisis
Synopsis: The Straits Times' opinion editor Grace Ho takes a hard look at political and social issues of the day with her expert guests. In this first episode…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E3: Why children are more susceptible to scams than adults
Synopsis: This is a new podcast by The Straits Times to raise greater public awareness of the modern scourge of scams in Singapore and globally. In Singapore…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E3: Major sports returning to Singapore good for the events industry
Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses Singapore's latest news and announcements in this weekly podcast. The Straits Times' Zakir Hussain, Singapore editor at…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E42: Kristo Kaarmann on Wise’s way to dealing with high bank money transfer fees: Lunch with Sumiko
Synopsis: The Straits Times' executive editor Sumiko Tan gets up close with newsmakers over lunch - and a selfie. Mr Kristo Kaarmann believes the transparency…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E30: Questions of travel: Bookmark This!
Synopsis: A monthly literary podcast by The Straits Times featuring titles in the headlines and sizzling reads. In the latest episode of this literary podcast…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E134: COE premium for Open category hits $99,999: The Big Story
Synopsis: This is a special episode of The Straits Times' video series The Big Story, hosted by Hairianto Diman and Olivia Quay. In the latest COE bidding…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E2: Why quality as core drives investment portfolio growth: BT Podcast
Synopsis: The Business Times Podcast channel showcases niche series Money Hacks, Mark To Market and WealthBT, and sponsored series. Why is the time now for…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E42: Budget airline’s April Fool’s prank that went wrong: Regional Round-up
Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses South-east Asia's top news developments in this weekly podcast. The Straits Times' regional correspondent Leslie Lopez…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E35: Singapore Sevens' GM Steven Rodaway on challenges in putting the show together: ST Sports Talk
Synopsis: The Straits Times tackles the biggest sports talking points every month. In this episode, ST sports correspondent Sazali Abdul Aziz chats with HSBC…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E80: When should I get checked for dementia? - Health Check
Synopsis: Every first and third Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times helps you make sense of health matters that affect you. Earlier this month…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E2: Why lowering fuel duties will be counterproductive for Singapore
Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses Singapore's latest news and announcements in this weekly podcast. The Straits Times' Zakir Hussain, Singapore editor at…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E39: What is the fate of Chinese President Xi Jinping’s ‘common prosperity’ programme?: China Perspective
Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses the latest developments in China in this weekly podcast. The Straits Times' China bureau chief Tan Dawn Wei chats with…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E7: Why lowering fuel duties will be counter-productive for Singapore: SG Extra
Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses Singapore's latest news and announcements in this weekly podcast. The Straits Times' Singapore editor Zakir Hussain…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E42: Donald Trump returns to Michigan to rally his base: Washington Report
Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses the latest developments in the United States in this weekly podcast. The Straits Times' US bureau chief Nirmal Ghosh chats…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E2: Opportunities for investors in Asian bond funds: BT Podcasts
Synopsis: The Business Times Podcast channel showcases niche series Money Hacks, Mark To Market and WealthBT, and sponsored series. Despite global tensions…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E74: Climate dictionary: What is the voluntary carbon market? - Green Pulse
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 PodcastsS1E133: What to know about elective egg freezing for women in Singapore: The Big Story
Synopsis: This is a special episode of The Straits Times' video series The Big Story, hosted by Hairianto Diman and Olivia Quay. Women aged between 21 and 35…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E63: Will Smith and Chris Rock: Unpacking that shocking Oscars slap: #PopVultures
Synopsis: The Straits Times examines the ins and outs of pop culture in the Asian entertainment and Hollywood scene. The Academy Awards, also known as the…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E13: High-net-worth: how to safeguard their wealth and health: WealthBT Ep 13
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 PodcastsS1E62: Why we need to talk about Kanye's personal issues: #PopVultures
Synopsis: The Straits Times examines the ins and outs of pop culture in the Asian entertainment and Hollywood scene. Music's biggest night - the Grammys - are…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E2: How scammers are buying bank accounts and digital identities of youth for misuse
Synopsis: This is a new podcast by The Straits Times to raise greater public awareness of the modern scourge of scams in Singapore and globally. In Singapore…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E1: What to know about Singapore's easing of Covid-19 measures
Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses Singapore's latest news and announcements in this weekly podcast. The Straits Times' Zakir Hussain, Singapore editor at…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E12: How social factors can make or break sustainable healthcare investments: WealthBT Ep 12
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 PodcastsS1E2: The global hunt for masks
Synopsis: This podcast series is based on selected chapters from a book, detailing Singapore’s experience battling the Covid-19 pandemic. The book -…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E41: Sun Xueling on giving children a voice: Lunch with Sumiko
Synopsis: The Straits Times' executive editor Sumiko Tan gets up close with newsmakers over lunch - and a selfie. Minister of State Sun Xueling has kept a…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E132: Singapore takes very big step towards normalcy in Covid pandemic: The Big Story
Synopsis: This is a special episode of The Straits Times' video series The Big Story, hosted by Hairianto Diman and Olivia Quay. Group size limits will go up…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E1: 5 steps to pivot to e-commerce: BT Podcasts
Synopsis: The Business Times Podcast channel showcases niche series Money Hacks, Mark To Market, WealthBT, PropertyBT and sponsored series. With product…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E5: Hot BTO flats: Should more have a chance? PropertyBT Ep 5
Synopsis: Hosted by senior correspondent Leslie Yee, PropertyBT shares insights on all things Singapore property to help you on your property investment…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E34: Two time Ref of the Year Abas Daud on free-for-alls and VAR: ST Sports Talk
Synopsis: The Straits Times tackles Singapore's national sports talking points. In this episode, ST sports correspondent Sazali Abdul Aziz chats with former…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E73: The race to adapt in Asia as climate risks grow: Green Pulse
Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses the beat of the changing environment, from biodiversity conservation to climate change. Record heatwaves, floods and…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E61: Barbie Hsu gets married again! A deep dive into her dramatic romances: #PopVultures
Synopsis: The Straits Times examines the ins and outs of pop culture in the Asian entertainment and Hollywood scene. The news of Taiwanese actress Barbie Hsu…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E20: Hong Kong’s battle with Covid-19: Inside Hong Kong
Synopsis: Every week, The Straits Times analyses the latest developments in Hong Kong. The Straits Times' Hong Kong correspondent Claire Huang speaks with…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E1: Why Asian bonds defy inflation and volatility: BT Podcasts
Synopsis: The Business Times Podcast channel showcases niche series Money Hacks, Mark To Market and WealthBT, and sponsored series. In this episode, BT…