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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 PodcastsS1E80: How has pro-democracy camp reacted to Hong Kong's new electoral system changes?: The Big Story Ep 80
The Big Story Ep 80: How has pro-democracy camp reacted to Hong Kong's new electoral system changes? 6:24 mins Synopsis: This is a special episode of The…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E79: Scepticism towards Goal 2034: Stop hating, start participating: The Big Story Ep 79
The Big Story Ep 79: Scepticism towards Goal 2034: Stop hating, start participating 7:52 mins Synopsis: This is a special episode of The Straits Times' video…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E1: 'My ISIS fighter brother turned me into an advocate against terror'
Synopsis: The Invisible Asia Podcast is a special edition series in which The Straits Times casts the spotlight on people and communities living in the shadows…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E1: 'My ISIS fighter brother turned me into an advocate against terror': Invisible Asia Ep 1
Invisible Asia Ep 1: 'My ISIS fighter brother turned me into an advocate against terror' 10:23 mins Synopsis: The Invisible Asia Podcast is a special edition…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E91: Investing in China's market - the case for retail investors: BT Money Hacks Ep 91
BT Money Hacks Ep 91: Investing in China's market - the case for retail investors 11:43 min Synopsis: Updated fortnightly on Mondays, The Business Times breaks…
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S1E61: Is mediation possible for Myanmar? - Asian Insider Ep 62
Asian Insider Ep 62: Is mediation possible for Myanmar? 26:43 mins Synopsis: Every Friday, The Straits Times' US bureau chief Nirmal Ghosh presents an Asian…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E78: Paradox of S'pore's green push: Why emissions will peak by 2030 under its eco plans: The Big Story Ep 78
The Big Story Ep 78: Paradox of S'pore's green push: Why emissions will peak by 2030 under its eco plans Synopsis: This is a special episode of The Straits…
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S1E20: Feminists take on literary classics (Women's Day edition): Bookmark This! Ep 20
Bookmark This! Ep 20: Feminists take on literary classics (Women's Day edition) 22:17 mins Synopsis: A monthly literary podcast by The Straits Times featuring…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E77: Maid abuse: Lawyer recommends employers must pass exam before allowed to hire maids: The Big Story Ep 77
The Big Story Ep 77: Maid abuse: Lawyer recommends employers must pass exam before allowed to hire maids 5:47 mins Synopsis: This is a special episode of The…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E9: No shouting please; live tennis in the age of Covid: #GameOfTwoHalves Ep 123
#GameOfTwoHalves Ep 123: No shouting please; live tennis in the age of Covid 11:00 mins Synopsis: #GameofTwoHalves is The Straits Times' weekly sports podcast…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E123: No shouting please; live tennis in the age of Covid: #GameOfTwoHalves Ep 123
#GameOfTwoHalves Ep 123: No shouting please; live tennis in the age of Covid 11:00 mins Synopsis: #GameofTwoHalves is The Straits Times' weekly sports podcast…
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S1E45: Can an electric vehicle push and petrol duty hike green Singapore's land transport sector? - Green Pulse Ep 45
Green Pulse Ep 45: Can an electric vehicle push and petrol duty hike green Singapore's land transport sector? 17:56 mins Synopsis: Every first and third Monday…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E45: Can an electric vehicle push and petrol duty hike green Singapore's land transport sector? - Green Pulse Ep 45
Green Pulse Ep 45: Can an electric vehicle push and petrol duty hike green Singapore's land transport sector? 17:56 mins Synopsis: Every first and third Monday…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E76: Expert panel on road safety, driver behaviour following recent spate of accidents: The Big Story Ep 76
The Big Story Ep 76: Expert panel on road safety, driver behaviour following recent spate of accidents 15:45 mins Synopsis: This is a special episode of The…
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S1E55: Getting working adults to share their mental health challenges: Health Check Ep 55
Health Check Ep 55: Getting working adults to share their mental health challenges 20:34 mins Synopsis: This is a fortnightly podcast series on Wednesdays by…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E122: Former US Open winner Marin Cilic talks pressure, focus and beating Federer: #GameofTwoHalves Ep 122
#GameofTwoHalves Ep 122: Former US Open winner Marin Cilic talks pressure, focus and beating Federer 14:27 mins Synopsis: #GameofTwoHalves is The Straits…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E8: Former US Open winner Marin Cilic talks pressure, focus and beating Federer: #GameofTwoHalves Ep 122
#GameofTwoHalves Ep 122: Former US Open winner Marin Cilic talks pressure, focus and beating Federer 14:27 mins Synopsis: #GameofTwoHalves is The Straits…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E44: In hot soup: The fishy business about the fish you eat - Green Pulse Ep 44
Green Pulse Ep 44: In hot soup: The fishy business about the fish you eat 15:50 mins Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses the beat of the changing environment…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E114: Soupy or starchy? S'pore's best beef noodles: Life Weekend Picks Ep 114
Life Weekend Picks Ep 114: Soupy or starchy? S'pore's best beef noodles 10:37 mins Synopsis: Every Thursday, The Straits Times recommends lifestyle and food…
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S1E44: In hot soup: The fishy business about the fish you eat - Green Pulse Ep 44
Green Pulse Ep 44: In hot soup: The fishy business about the fish you eat 15:50 mins Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The Straits Times…
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S1E60: Widespread civil disobedience testing Myanmar's Tatmadaw or military - Asian Insider Ep 61
Asian Insider Ep 61: Widespread civil disobedience testing Myanmar's Tatmadaw or military 21:47 mins Synopsis: Every Friday, The Straits Times' US bureau chief…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E61: Widespread civil disobedience testing Myanmar's Tatmadaw or military - Asian Insider Ep 61
Asian Insider Ep 61: Widespread civil disobedience testing Myanmar's Tatmadaw or military 21:47 mins Synopsis: Every Friday, The Straits Times' US bureau chief…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E121: Victoria Lee on hype, pressure and siblings ahead of pro MMA debut: #GameOfTwoHalves Ep 121
#GameOfTwoHalves Ep 121: Victoria Lee on hype, pressure and siblings ahead of pro MMA debut 9:45 mins Synopsis: #GameofTwoHalves is The Straits Times' weekly…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E7: Victoria Lee on hype, pressure and siblings ahead of pro MMA debut: #GameOfTwoHalves Ep 121
Synopsis: The Straits Times tackles the talking points in sport every second and fourth week of the month. This week, sports correspondent Sazali Abdul Aziz…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E75: Tanjong Pagar car crash a 'confluence of errors': ST's transport expert - The Big Story Ep 75
The Big Story Ep 75 - Tanjong Pagar car crash a 'confluence of errors' - ST's transport expert 8:06 mins Synopsis: This is a special episode of The Straits…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E54: Understanding Singapore’s portfolio approach to vaccine procurement: Health Check Ep 54
Health Check Ep 54: Understanding Singapore’s portfolio approach to vaccine procurement 9:42 mins Synopsis: This is a fortnightly podcast series on…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E74: Expert on how to enjoy a safe Chinese New Year amid Covid-19: The Big Story Ep 74
The Big Story Ep 74: Expert on how to enjoy a safe Chinese New Year amid Covid-19 3:29 mins Synopsis: This is a special episode of The Straits Times' video…
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S1E59: Himalayan glacier disaster - instability possibly exacerbated by climate change: Asian Insider Ep 60
Asian Insider Ep 60: Himalayan glacier disaster - instability possibly exacerbated by climate change 14:29 mins Synopsis: Every Friday, The Straits Times' US…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E73: Covid-19 reinfections - What you need to know: The Big Story Ep 73
The Big Story Ep 73: Covid-19 reinfections - What you need to know 8:46 mins Synopsis: This is a special episode of The Straits Times' video series The Big…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E41: Discussing snubs and shocks at Star Awards and Golden Globes: #PopVultures Ep 41
#PopVultures Ep 41: Discussing snubs and shocks at Star Awards and Golden Globes 27:07 mins Synopsis: The Straits Times examines the ins and outs of pop…
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S1E54: Understanding Singapore’s portfolio approach to vaccine procurement: Health Check Ep 54
Health Check Ep 54: Understanding Singapore’s portfolio approach to vaccine procurement 9:42 mins Synopsis: This is a fortnightly podcast series on Wednesdays…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E19: Written In The Stars - books to read for Valentine's Day: Bookmark This! Ep 19
Bookmark This! Ep 19: Written In The Stars - books to read for Valentine's Day 18:32 mins Synopsis: A monthly literary podcast by The Straits Times featuring…
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S1E19: Written In The Stars - books to read for Valentine's Day: Bookmark This! Ep 19
Bookmark This! Ep 19: Written In The Stars - books to read for Valentine's Day 18:32 mins Synopsis: A monthly literary podcast by The Straits Times featuring…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E120: An Australian Open like no other: #GameOfTwoHalves Ep 120
#GameOfTwoHalves Ep 120: An Australian Open like no other 14:20 mins Synopsis: #GameofTwoHalves is The Straits Times’ weekly sports podcast that is out…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E6: An Australian Open like no other: #GameOfTwoHalves Ep 120
#GameOfTwoHalves Ep 120: An Australian Open like no other 14:20 mins Synopsis: #GameofTwoHalves is The Straits Times’ weekly sports podcast that is out…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E43: Future of Singapore’s patchwork forest: Green Pulse Ep 43
Green Pulse Ep 43: Future of Singapore’s patchwork forest 18:51 mins Synopsis: The Straits Times analyses the beat of the changing environment, from…
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S1E43: Hear sounds of Clementi Forest; debating future of Singapore’s patchwork forest: Green Pulse Ep 43
Green Pulse Ep 43: Hear sounds of Clementi Forest; debating future of Singapore’s patchwork forest 18:51 mins Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the…
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S1E58: Myanmar in crisis as military coup comes at worst time: Asian Insider Ep 59
Asian Insider Ep 59: Myanmar in crisis as military coup comes at worst time 20:30 mins Synopsis: Every Friday, The Straits Times' US bureau chief Nirmal Ghosh…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E59: Myanmar in crisis as military coup comes at worst time: Asian Insider Ep 59
Asian Insider Ep 59: Myanmar in crisis as military coup comes at worst time 20:30 mins Synopsis: Every Friday, The Straits Times' US bureau chief Nirmal Ghosh…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E5: What is the impact of cancelling the Olympics? - #GameOfTwoHalves Ep 119
#GameOfTwoHalves Ep 119: What is the impact of cancelling the Olympics? 14:28 mins Synopsis: #GameofTwoHalves is The Straits Times' weekly sports podcast that…
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S1E29: Singapore's Tamil-English rapping hip hop star Yung Raja: Lunch With Sumiko Ep 29
Lunch With Sumiko Ep 29: Singapore's Tamil-English rapping hip hop star Yung Raja 5:22 mins Synopsis: The Straits Times' executive editor Sumiko Tan gets up…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E40: Abandoned surrogate babies and ageism in entertainment!: #PopVultures Ep 40
#PopVultures Ep 40: Abandoned surrogate babies and ageism in entertainment! 28:23 mins Synopsis: The Straits Times examines the ins and outs of pop culture in…
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S1E53: Covid-19 panel expert addresses vaccine side effects, concerns: Health Check Ep 53
Health Check Ep 53: Covid-19 panel expert addresses vaccine side effects, concerns 11:25 mins Synopsis: This is a fortnightly podcast series on Wednesdays by…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E1: Great global reset; actor Robert Downey Jr on becoming a green venture capitalist: World Economic Forum by Radio Davos
World Economic Forum & Radio Davos: Great global reset; actor Robert Downey Jr on becoming a green venture capitalist 30:58 mins Synopsis: This podcast from…
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S1E57: Organised crime a threat to Asean: Asian Insider Ep 58
Asian Insider Ep 58: Organised crime a threat to Asean 21:21 mins Synopsis: Every Friday, The Straits Times' US bureau chief Nirmal Ghosh presents an Asian…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E72: Extremist content online – should Govt be more proactive in blocking access?: The Big Story Ep 72
The Big Story Ep 72: Extremist content online – should Govt be more proactive in blocking access? 8:55 mins Synopsis: This is a special episode of The…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E71: Covid-19 vaccines likely still effective against variants: The Big Story Ep 71
The Big Story Ep 71: Covid-19 vaccines likely still effective against variants 4:03 mins Synopsis: This is a special episode of The Straits Times' video series…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E4: Are profiteers targeting sports-starved Singaporeans?: #GameOfTwoHalves Ep 118
#GameOfTwoHalves Ep 118: Are profiteers targeting sports-starved Singaporeans? 14:06 mins Synopsis: #GameofTwoHalves is The Straits Times' weekly sports…
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S1E42: Perfect storm: Will 2021 be the year the world warms to climate change? - Green Pulse Ep 42
Green Pulse Ep 42: Perfect storm - Will 2021 be the year the world warms to climate change? 14:04 mins Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, The…
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S1E56: Biden presidency a welcome change for Japan and South Korea - Asian Insider Ep 57
Asian Insider Ep 57: Biden presidency a welcome change for Japan and South Korea 16:34 mins Synopsis: Every Friday, The Straits Times' US bureau chief Nirmal…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E70: Recent Covid-19 cases in dorms not cause for alarm: Experts | The Big Story Ep 70
The Big Story Ep 70: Recent Covid-19 cases in dorms not cause for alarm: Experts 3:31 mins Synopsis: This is a special episode of The Straits Times' video…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E3: NMP Mark Chay on plans to help local sport survive beyond Covid-19: #GameOfTwoHalves Ep 117
#GameOfTwoHalves Ep 117: NMP Mark Chay on plans to help local sport survive beyond Covid-19 19:23 mins Synopsis: #GameofTwoHalves is The Straits Times' weekly…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E39: GOT7 and longevity of pop idol groups: #PopVultures Ep 39
#PopVultures Ep 39: GOT7 and longevity of pop idol groups 34:01 mins Synopsis: The Straits Times examines the ins and outs of pop culture in the Asian…
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S1E28: Opposition Leader & Workers' Party chief Pritam Singh: Lunch With Sumiko Ep 28
Lunch With Sumiko Ep 28: Opposition Leader & Workers' Party chief Pritam Singh 5:49 mins Synopsis: The Straits Times' executive editor Sumiko Tan gets up close…
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S1E55: Trump’s presidency: How Asia will view his legacy - Asian Insider Ep 56
Asian Insider Ep 56: Trump’s presidency - how Asia will view his legacy 16:52 mins Synopsis: Every Friday, The Straits Times' US bureau chief Nirmal Ghosh…
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S1E52: Addressing Covid-19 vaccine safety and the science behind it: Health Check Ep 52
Health Check Ep 52: Addressing Covid-19 vaccine safety and the science behind it 20:14 mins Synopsis: This is a fortnightly podcast series on Wednesdays by The…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E2: Indra Sahdan on how to groom Singapore's next goal machine: #GameOfTwoHalves Ep 116
#GameOfTwoHalves Ep 116: Indra Sahdan on how to groom Singapore's next goal machine 14:54 mins Synopsis: Every Tuesday, The Straits Times tackles the biggest…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E69: Expert says rise in imported Covid-19 cases not threatening healthcare system yet: The Big Story Ep 69
The Big Story Ep 69: Expert says rise in imported Covid-19 cases not threatening healthcare system yet 4:41 mins Synopsis: This is a special episode of The…
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S1E54: Plastic pandemic - plastic waste surges amid Covid-19 crisis: Asian Insider Ep 55
Asian Insider Ep 55: Plastic pandemic - plastic waste surges amid Covid-19 crisis 14:36 mins Synopsis: Every Friday, The Straits Times' US bureau chief Nirmal…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E68: Police can access TraceTogether data – how will it affect future uptake rate? : The Big Story Ep 68
The Big Story Ep 68: Police can access TraceTogether data – how will it affect future uptake rate? 10:09 mins Synopsis: This is a special episode of The…