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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 PodcastsS1E18: Holiday Survival Guide: Tips For The Parties
From unwanted Secret Santa gifts to guest etiquette fails, Natasha and her guests dive into the dos and don’ts of navigating holiday gatherings with…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E49: No deaths from Fukushima, but will SG ever accept nuclear energy?
It is safer to live near a nuclear power plant than to ride a plane, says an expert. Do we have a Not In My Backyard (Nimby) syndrome? Synopsis: Every second…
The Straits Times PodcastsS2E10: Dreams of Indonesia's informal workers
Want a dress ironed? A facial? A shirt darned? Or perhaps a coffee freshly brewed, right on your doorstep? Synopsis: Every first Friday of the month, The…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E130: Why a new category for high blood pressure?
Hypertension is a silent killer; check it before it’s too late. Synopsis: Every first Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times helps you make sense of health…
The Straits Times PodcastsS2E7: What the finance-focused COP29 is delivering for South-east Asia
The implementation of developing countries’ climate targets hinges on the availability of finance and technology Synopsis: Every first and third Tuesday of the…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E7: How do we spend less but still travel well?
Two avid travellers reveal their top hacks, where to sit on the plane and how to cut the budget while having fun. Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the…
The Straits Times PodcastsS2E9: Brace for turbulence: China, South-east Asia and Trump 2.0
The US’ President-elect inherits a world different from that in his first term. Synopsis: The Straits Times' global contributor Nirmal Ghosh shines a light on…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E17: How you doin’ … at making friends?
Unlike our school days where it was easier to find a buddy, making new friends as an adult isn’t something that we leave to chance. Synopsis: The Usual Place…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E48: Mandatory mediation over noise - neighbourly relations are still key
How Singapore intends to settle noise disputes more effectively. Synopsis: Every month, The Straits Times takes a hard look at Singapore's social issues of the…
The Straits Times PodcastsS2E8: How Asean is bracing for Donald Trump’s tariff tactics
While there is concern over trade policy, US investors remain bullish on business with Asean. Synopsis: The Straits Times' global contributor Nirmal Ghosh…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E16: With all the talk about mental health, should we be in therapy?
With more people conscious about mental health issues, is going to therapy the solution to deal with inner mind and emotional struggles? Synopsis: The Usual…
The Straits Times PodcastsS2E1: Why taxi drivers are “changing shift” when you need them most
Improve your chances of getting a ride on a wet Friday evening with some hacks from this experienced cabbie. Synopsis: Every 3rd Wednesday of the month, The…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E4: Visit to Punggol: How human-wildlife conflict can be mitigated
While Singapore is transforming into a City in Nature, natural habitats have been lost to development, leading to more human and animal clashes. How can…
The Straits Times PodcastsS2E6: Climate finance at COP29: Loans can't help developing nations avert climate crisis
The amount, quality and access of climate finance among key issues to be discussed at COP29. Synopsis: Every first and third Tuesday of the month, The Straits…
The Straits Times PodcastsS2E6: How does working abroad help your career?
The move may be difficult, but can be rewarding for both personal and professional development. Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, get a…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E2: Tariffs, deportation, Musk: 3 words could define US' Trump 2.0 era
We examine the impact of the recent US presidential election result. Synopsis: The Straits Times’ associate foreign editor Lim Ai Leen and senior columnist Lin…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E15: Going Ga-Ga Over Labubu: Why?
The Labubu craze exploded earlier in 2024 thanks to Blackpink's Lisa. What's keeping the love for Labubu going? Synopsis: The Usual Place host Natasha Ann…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E18: How to get from autonomous vehicles to flying cars: Xpeng CEO
Technology is advancing at such a pace as Chinese electric vehicle brand Xpeng is aiming to prove to the global market. Synopsis: In this special episode, The…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E14: Getting death plans in order: Our young guests discuss
Should young people be talking about - and planning for - their deaths? Synopsis: The Usual Place host Natasha Ann Zachariah hunts for new perspectives on…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E129: The difference between Asian and Caucasian dementia
Where is Singapore dementia research headed? Synopsis: Every first Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times helps you make sense of health matters that affect…
The Straits Times PodcastsS2E5: Avoidance, removals and reduction: What blocks agreement on carbon markets at COP29?
International carbon markets can help to channel funding to developing countries and help them take action to tackle climate change. Synopsis: Every first and…
The Straits Times PodcastsS2E5: Sustainable finance: Where are the investing and job opportunities?
DBS’ sustainability chief reveals ways to get into sustainability and why sustainable finance matters. Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, get…
The Straits Times PodcastsS2E6: What lies beneath: Chongqing’s subterranean world
Its warren of underground bunkers and tunnels, which sheltered the city’s residents during the heavy bombing of the Second Sino-Japanese war, are turned into…
The Straits Times PodcastsS2E5: What next after Japan's political earthquake?
Political upheaval in Japan as its snap elections see the ruling party lose its majority, reshaping its ties with the US and Asia. Synopsis: Join The Straits…
The Straits Times PodcastsS2E4: Concern over potential post-election instability in the US
Unless one candidate wins swing states decisively, a quick settlement is unlikely in America’s cliffhanger election. Synopsis: The Straits Times' global…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E1: 10,000 miles in Trump country
Navigating the US election scene - from Trump's rise to economic worries and the shifting tides of masculinity in politics. Synopsis: The Straits Times’…
The Straits Times PodcastsS2E4: Beyond diversity, inclusion buzzwords: How to be more inclusive at work
Observing with empathy, asking the right questions and listening will go a long way to charting out how to give meaningful support. Synopsis: Every first and…
The Straits Times PodcastsS2E4: After the 'Paris Agreement' for nature was adopted in 2022, what's next at COP16 biodiversity meet?
Unlocking new sources of financing for nature, ending harmful subsidies and benefit sharing among issues to be discussed Synopsis: Every first and third Sunday…
The Straits Times PodcastsS2E2: How will Singapore fare under a Harris or Trump 2.0 US administration?
US trade policy and US-China competition concerns are high on the minds of South-east Asia observers. Synopsis: The Straits Times' global contributor Nirmal…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E13: Confronting suicide: The conversations we need
The conversation in this episode dives into suicide prevention, stigma, and the changes needed to get to Zero-Suicide. Synopsis: The Usual Place host Natasha…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E47: Tan See Leng: How tough talks resulted in job seeker support
The SkillsFuture JobSeeker Support aims to help the retrenched tide over financially, while between jobs, after tough talks with unions, employers and the…
The Straits Times PodcastsS2E3: Should we play with FIRE?
We don’t all have to live frugally and retire by 40 years old, but we need to be financially disciplined so we can retire meaningfully. Synopsis: Every first…
The Straits Times PodcastsS2E3: A relook at nuclear energy's role in the net-zero goal
Powering up: The world is warming up to nuclear energy as nations scramble for zero-carbon electricity. Synopsis: Every first and third Sunday of the month…
The Straits Times PodcastsS2E1: Is Cantonese dying out in Hong Kong?
Some are holding fast to their mother tongue, even with migration overseas, and are coming up with creative ways to spread the learning and use of Cantonese…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E12: Rooting for our mother tongues in Singapore
Your mother tongue can also be your super power - that’s what our three guests on The Usual Place tell us. Synopsis: The Usual Place host Natasha Ann Zachariah…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E128: Let’s talk about mental health!
There is no health without mental health. Synopsis: Every first Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times helps you make sense of health matters that affect…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E114: South-east Asian scam centres a growing regional security threat
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' global…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E15: Singaporean switches banking studies for music; debut album on US jazz chart
Home-grown jazz saxophone player Sean Hong Wei is the 15th guest in this music channel. Synopsis (headphones recommended): The Straits Times invites music acts…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E1: Workers aren't loyal anymore, why train them?
How can Singapore business leaders become special? Synopsis: The Straits Times speaks with the new dean of Insead Asia Campus, Professor Sameer Hasija, on…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E17: Has pricey car ownership killed youths' desire for cars?
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. Synopsis…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E11: Why parents should not see teachers as service providers: Chan Chun Sing
Can there be respect? Synopsis: The Usual Place host Natasha Ann Zachariah hunts for new perspectives on issues of the day. Education Minister Chan Chun Seng…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E113: How a savvy Asean has helped prevent wars in region: Kishore Mahbubani
The seasoned Singapore diplomat is bullish on India and Asean but says the US should not be underestimated. Synopsis: Every third and fourth Friday of the…
The Straits Times PodcastsS2E2: How do young workers view pay?
Salaries need to be structured more flexibly to reflect broader aspirations. Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, get a headstart in your…
The Straits Times PodcastsS2E2: Bezos Earth Fund's menu for Asia: Bugs, slaughter-free meat and fermented protein
In the bid to make alternative protein palatable to the consumer, South-east Asian cuisine offers some advantages. Synopsis: Every first and third Sunday of…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E34: What future for the famed Gurkhas?
Revered as soldiers, the Gurkhas are Nepalis who are recruited into the British Army, the Singapore Police, the Indian Army, and recently, even the Russian…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E10: Bye-bye 5Cs. Hello, purpose: how we redefine success
Does living a meaningful, purpose-filled life trump materialistic goals and climbing the corporate ladder these days? Synopsis: The Usual Place host Natasha…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E20: What is working in F1’s Red Bull Racing team like?
Two Singaporeans share their experiences working for Red Bull racing. Synopsis: The Straits Times tackles the talking points in sport every second Wednesday of…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E2: Sumiko at 60: Friendship isn't about age groups
Synopsis: The Straits Times' executive editor Sumiko Tan, who turns 60 this year in 2024, finds out the challenges to growing older as she confronts her own…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E46: BNPL: Buying power or financial trouble?
The 'buy now, pay later' (BNPL) scheme allows for purchase on zero interest instalment plans with less credit requirement. Synopsis: Every month, The Straits…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E36: Chinese sauces are popular in India; less so are their purveyors
The bitter aftertaste though, is the story of how Chinese Indians are struggling to fit in. Synopsis: Every first Friday of the month, The Straits Times chats…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E127: The war on salt and saturated fats
How to choose a healthier salt and cooking oil. Synopsis: Every first Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times helps you make sense of health matters that…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E9: Flexibility at work: The secret sauce to more babies?
We ask Indranee Rajah - Minister in the Prime Minister's Office - to explain the mindset shift aim of the enhanced parental leave scheme, announced on Aug 18…
The Straits Times PodcastsS2E1: Investing with $100 a month as an undergrad? Why not!
Start early, compound your wealth, and try not to beat the market. Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, get a headstart in your personal…
The Straits Times PodcastsS2E1: Eco-nomics: Putting a value on nature is also key to saving it
Businesses are buying into new financial products that could help save nature, but funds for nature’s protection have not reached the scale required. Synopsis…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E1: Get a Headstart in your finances & career from our new ST podcast
New episodes from our rebranded podcast channel will drop here: https://str.sg/wB2m Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, get a headstart in…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E14: Despite his elimination from Rap Of China, Shigga Shay still sees it as a win
Home-grown rapper Shigga Shay is the 14th guest in this music channel. Synopsis (headphones recommended): Each month, The Straits Times invites music acts to…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E14: Shigga Shay - Overachieve (Live)
Hear home-grown rapper Shigga Shay's intimate live studio take of his latest single, Overachieve, which will also be included in his upcoming release Hanyu…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E3: Visit to Windsor Nature Park: Can insects in SG's backyard be foraged?
Love or loathe them, could insects also become a food source in the wider context of the global population? Synopsis (headphones recommended): Green Trails is…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E112: Understanding China-Philippines' dangerous South China Sea face-offs
Aggression from China is driving Manila and Washington closer, spurring a loose coalition against Beijing. Synopsis: Every third and fourth Friday of the…
The Straits Times PodcastsS1E16: The influence of Haidilao on our appetite for Chinese cars
A motor industry expert connects popular culture to the success of Chinese car brands in Singapore. Synopsis: Every third Tuesday of the month, The Straits…