Best Section Cut Podcasts (2024)

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105 // Preparation vs. Execution: Which Leads to Better Workout Results? 18:39

1h ago18:39

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Chapter 11 of Atomic Habits by James Clear Atomic Habits Series (The ODD episodes): Ep. 61, Ep. 63, Ep. 65, Ep. 67, Ep. 69, Ep. 71, Ep. 75, Ep. 77, Ep. 81, Ep. 83, Ep. 85, Ep. 87, Ep. 89, Ep. 91, Ep. 93, Ep. 95 Ep. 105 Is it more important to practice or to plan your workouts? This is the big question James Clear answers in Chapter 11 of Atomic Hab…

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S1E14: Why non-drivers are also paying the price of high COEs 37:27

18h ago37:27

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A veteran transport reporter tells us what can be done to bring down COE prices and how to buy a new car. Synopsis: The Straits Times offers expert insights if you are in the market for a new vehicle or are tracking transportation trends. In the first of a two-part conversation, COE Watch host Lee Nian Tjoe speaks with Christopher Tan, senior trans…

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S1E13: How young Singaporean singer Hongjoin aims to make his mark in the US 29:32

22m ago29:32

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Hear how Spotify's Radar programme has helped expose home-grown singer-songwriter Hongjoin. Synopsis (headphones recommended): Each month, The Straits Times invites music acts to its podcast studio. In the 13th episode of Music Lab, ST’s music correspondent Eddino Abdul Hadi hosts Singaporean singer-songwriter Hongjoin. The 22-year-old, whose music…

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S1E13: Hongjoin - Komorebi (Live) 4:18

22m ago4:18

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Hear home-grown singer-songwriter Hongjoin's intimate live studio take of the title track from his sophomore album released recently, Komorebi. Synopsis (headphones recommended): This Music Lab playlist features the full live performance of music acts invited by The Straits Times to its podcast studio. Listen to Hongjoin talk about his musical jour…

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104 // How Following This Rule Postpartum Can Get You Feeling STRONGER Faster! With Guest Expert Aly McClain 26:30

9h ago26:30

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So many postpartum moms want to get back to normal living as soon as possible after having a baby. Aly McClain, our guest expert on the show today, talks a lot about this topic and the biggest mistake new moms make postpartum. Listen in to this in-depth conversation as she elaborates on her rule to help you feel stronger faster throughout your post…

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S1E127: Every tool in the climate shed: How CO2 removal is a step towards net-zero 25:44

2d ago25:44

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As more carbon dioxide accumulates in the atmosphere, the urgency is growing for safe and sustainable methods to remove this main greenhouse gas from the air to limit the impact of climate change. Synopsis: Every first and third Sunday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the beat of the changing environment, from biodiversity conservation to c…

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103 // Stumped on What Postpartum Workout You Should Do? The Postpartum Workout Plan That Only Takes 10 Minutes a Day [BONUS] 12:27

4d ago12:27

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Join The Program! Enroll in Postpartum Abs Simplified: From Flabby Pooch To Flat Abs In The Next 70 Days. Easy. Simple. Safe. ☞ FLASH SALE! Use Promo Code: SUMMERFLASH30 at checkout From July 17th-July 19th only! https://livecorestrong.com/simplified If you’re feeling unsure about which postpartum workout to try, you’re in the right place. Today, w…

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S1E34: Japan fights to save its beloved bookshops 19:27

18h ago19:27

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Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry wants to take action to get people to return to brick-and-mortar stores. Synopsis: Every first Friday of the month, The Straits Times chats with ST’s correspondents in the Asia-Pacific, the US and Europe, about life as it goes on, amid the screaming headlines and bubbling crises. The Japanese are sent…

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102 // Is the C-Section Shelf Hindering You From Wearing Your Bathing Suit This Summer? 3 Hacks to Improve Your Mommy Tummy [BONUS] 13:04

1d ago13:04

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Join The Program! Enroll in Postpartum Abs Simplified: From Flabby Pooch To Flat Abs In The Next 70 Days. Easy. Simple. Safe. ☞ FLASH SALE! Use Promo Code: SUMMERFLASH30 at checkout From July 17th-July 19th only! https://livecorestrong.com/simplified If the C-section shelf is holding you back from rocking your favorite bathing suit, this episode is…

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S1E8: The FOMO over old buildings in Singapore 41:58

1d ago41:58

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Is our celebration of old buildings, or even old-school businesses, a little too late? Synopsis: The Usual Place host Natasha Ann Zachariah explores contemporary societal choices and youth perspectives. In the last few months before Peace Centre closed in 2024, people flocked to the Sophia Road mall to soak up the vibes. Golden Mile Complex in Beac…

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101 // Ready to Lose the Baby Weight but Don’t Know How? Try These Exercises for a Flat Stomach [BONUS] 12:02

7h ago12:02

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Join The Program! Enroll in Postpartum Abs Simplified: From Flabby Pooch To Flat Abs In The Next 70 Days. Easy. Simple. Safe. ☞ FLASH SALE! Use Promo Code: SUMMERFLASH30 at checkout From July 17th-July 19th only! https://livecorestrong.com/simplified Sick and tired of the excess baby weight that is lingering around your belly for way too long? You …

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🌟 New Look, New Sale, New YOU!!! 🌟 9:53

21h ago9:53

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Are you struggling to fit into your favorite pair of pants? When you look at your stomach after having your baby, does it look foreign to you, like you’re in somebody else’s body? Are you sick of wearing your sweats every day and dread the idea of putting on a cute or even just a normal outfit because you don’t think it’s going to look good or feel…

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100 // 100 Episodes STRONG! A Behind the Scenes Conversation From the Women Inside the Fit Postpartum Mom Community 34:04

2d ago34:04

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We made it to 100 Episodes! Together we have been on this journey to become a fit mom while listening to The Fit Postpartum Mom podcast. A lot of quick wins, a lot of healthy habits, and a lot of core strengthening going on around her on the show, babies in tow and all! And I’m excited to say that we have 2 very special guests on the show today to …

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S1E26: Analysing Catalist: A segment of the Singapore market 13:03

4d ago13:03

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What are the strengths and weaknesses as of today, since the Catalist board was set up in 2007? Synopsis: Senior columnist Ven Sreenivasan offers you an extra edge in managing your hard-earned money. In this episode, Ven hosts Ong Hwee Li, the chief executive officer of SAC Capital. SAC specialises in areas like investment banking, corporate merger…

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S1E32: ‘Judo, botox and yoga’ – what’s Putin up to in Asia? 30:10

2d ago30:10

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Analysing this is our guest - Ambassador Peter Tesch, the veteran Australian diplomat and policy strategist. Synopsis: Join The Straits Times' associate editor and senior Asia columnist Ravi Velloor, as he distils his experience from four decades of covering the continent. In this episode, Ravi speaks with the eminent Australian diplomat Peter Tesc…

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99 // Struggling to Keep Healthy Habits? 3 Tips to Stay Consistent and Motivated as a New Mom 10:52

6d ago10:52

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Join The Program! Enroll in Postpartum Abs Simplified during the Flash Sale from July 17th-July 19th! Save 30% off for 3 days only before the price goes up. Get more details here: https://livecorestrong.com/simplified Use promo code: SUMMERFLASH30 to save! If you’re finding it tough to stay consistent and motivated to work out as a new mom, you’re …

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S1E18: Why are the Olympics so special? 41:59

4d ago41:59

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Singaporeans who have been to Olympics tell us why it is so important. Synopsis: The Straits Times tackles the talking points in sport every second Wednesday of the month. Whether you are an athlete or a sports enthusiast, it is clear that the Olympics hold a special place in hearts worldwide. From historic achievements to record breaking feats, th…

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98 // 3 Reasons Why Having a Strong Core Is Super Duper Important for New Mom Life 11:11

9d ago11:11

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Are you struggling to do everyday things that you feel like you really shouldn’t be struggling with? Basic daily tasks are a chore! And you know it shouldn't be that way. Doing all the basic things that every new mom needs to do is an uphill battle but you feel like you are just too weak to get to the top. Today we are talking about 3 reasons why y…

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S1E44: Singapore’s worsening road culture: What’s behind it and what can be done? 39:52

6d ago39:52

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The tension between drivers and motorcyclists in Singapore is longstanding, ugly and increasingly a fatality risk - but what lies at the root of this strained relationship? Synopsis: Every first Monday of the month, The Straits Times takes a hard look at social issues of the day with guests. Traffic accidents claimed the lives of 54 people within t…

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S1E16: Would you be an intern for 2 years? 28:26

6d ago28:26

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Long internships are just one form of the many talent schemes that are accepted by employers. Synopsis: Every second Monday of the month, The Straits Times helps you put your career on the right footing from the outset. The job search is getting increasingly complex as the range of options broaden. Employers are also placing increasing focus on gro…

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S1E126: Managing climate driven migration demands a new paradigm 18:58

7d ago18:58

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Humans can and must cooperate to manage climate-driven mass migration, as a heating planet forces the poor and vulnerable, particularly in the global south, to move in order to survive. Every first and third Sunday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the beat of the changing environment, from biodiversity conservation to climate change. The co…

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97 // 9 Fun Fitness Activities You Can Do This 4th of July as a Family 13:10

13d ago13:10

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Celebrate the 4th of July with fun, family-friendly activities that will keep everyone active and engaged! In this special holiday episode, I'm sharing 9 fitness activities new moms can do with their loved ones while traveling or even from home. From outdoor games to nature walks, there's something on this list I know you are going to love. Tune in…

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S1E7: Standard English vs Singlish: Is the lingual tug-of-war over? 40:18

10d ago40:18

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The kind of English we speak in Singapore has long been a discussion point. Synopsis: The Usual Place host Natasha Ann Zachariah explores contemporary societal choices and youth perspectives. Throwback to 1999 when then-Prime Minister Goh Chok Tong urged Singaporeans to start using standard English instead of Singlish. These days though, we fiercel…

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S1E125: Why babies and toddlers do not need screen time 37:51

11d ago37:51

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Excessive screen time can lead to speech delays, autism-like symptoms in children. Synopsis: Every first Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times helps you make sense of health matters that affect you. My 18-month-old loves viewing videos on my phone; why is he not talking? Screen time can help children develop social, creative, communication and …

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96 // My Ultimate Food Hacking System for Quick Meal Planning as a Busy Mom 19:26

15d ago19:26

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If you are struggling with running out of time in your day as a busy mom and you can’t find time to even cook a decent meal for your family, this episode is for you. I have created an amazing food system to help me save time each week when it comes to meal planning, grocery shopping, and cooking. Ever since I started this meal system, I have saved …

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S1E31: Who wants to be a public servant? We ask Chan Chun Sing 24:50

13d ago24:50

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The iron rice bowl is still sturdy, but demands on Singapore's public service have changed. Synopsis: Every first Monday of the month, listen to the Work Talk podcast to help you work smarter, think deeper and get ahead in your work life. With 152,000 employees across 16 ministries and more than 40 agencies, the public service is the biggest depart…

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S1E110: Looking back at 'pageantry' of Trump Presidency: A ringside view 19:27

16d ago19:27

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Our guest expert offers a striking insider look at what it was like to cover Donald Trump’s presidency, and lessons learnt from it. Synopsis: Every fourth Friday of the month, The Straits Times' global contributor Nirmal Ghosh shines a light on Asian perspectives of global and Asian issues with expert guests. Notwithstanding a conviction, and other…

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95 // How To Reprogram Your Brain To Enjoy Hard Habits - Hack Your Fitness Routine With This Trick 17:38

20d ago17:38

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Chapter 9 of Atomic Habits by James Clear Atomic Habits Series (The ODD episodes): Ep. 61, Ep. 63, Ep. 65, Ep. 67, Ep. 69, Ep. 71, Ep. 75, Ep. 77, Ep. 81, Ep. 83, Ep. 85, Ep. 87, Ep. 89, Ep. 91, Ep. 93 You want to work out but you still can't find the motivation to even put on your workout clothes. This is a habit you have been trying to tackle eve…

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S1E13: Get into an 'Airbnb' for cars 52:09

17d ago52:09

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This car-sharing service managed to convince the government to allow them to match private car owners to hirers. Synopsis: The Straits Times offers expert insights if you are in the market for a new vehicle or are tracking transportation trends. Car-sharing causes traffic congestion because the cars are more heavily used; the cars tend to be abused…

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S1E12: Meet Shazza, the Singaporean singer whose music has the attention of Coldplay’s Chris Martin and PM Wong 31:00

18d ago31:00

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Home-grown singer and songwriter Shazza is the 12th guest in this music channel. Synopsis (headphones recommended): Each month, The Straits Times invites music acts to its podcast studio. In the 12th episode of Music Lab, ST's music correspondent Eddino Abdul Hadi hosts Singaporean singer and songwriter Shazza. The past year has been quite eventful…

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S1E12: Shazza & Umar Sirhan - Rain In Manhattan (Live) 6:18

18d ago6:18

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Hear home-grown singer-songwriters Shazza's and Umar Sirhan's intimate live studio take of their latest single, Rain In Manhattan. Synopsis (headphones recommended): This Music Lab playlist features the full live performance of music acts invited by The Straits Times to its podcast studio. Watch the special live performance and video podcast versio…

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From The Marines to Professor of Financial Planning #301 54:39

19d ago54:39

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For this week's podcast we welcome a fantastic guest, Chet Bennetts. A professor of Financial Planning with a wonderful story about how he got to where he is and shares some interesting ideas with us. Main topics: Chet's journey to financial planning His current role Why he got involved with helping veterans with financial planning His PhD work I h…

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S1E30: Budget 2024: Mid-year check for SMEs in Singapore 22:10

19d ago22:10

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How is the government's $1.3 billion budget working for SMEs so far? We invite them on the show. Synopsis: Every first Monday of the month, listen to the Work Talk podcast to help you work smarter, think deeper and get ahead in your work life. It is June, the mid-point of 2024. Join Krist Boo and her co-host Timothy Goh on Work Talk to hear how Sin…

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94 // 5 Ways to Work Out Outside With Your Baby During Those Beautiful Summer Days 14:14

23d ago14:14

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Are you skipping all your workouts because you find yourself just wanting to lounge around all summer long? Spending relaxing days by the pool while your baby naps on your chest is bliss, but you still need to get moving and lose that baby weight if you want to be a fit mama. Let's soak up that sunshine and get a workout in before you hit the pool.…

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S1E2: Visit to East Coast: How reclamation will shape up against rising sea levels 38:59

23d ago38:59

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While the future Long Island will guard against sea level rise, the trade-offs to marine life and the East Coast’s character must be addressed, stakeholders told host Shabana Begum. Synopsis (headphones recommended): By end-century, Singapore’s mean sea level is expected to rise by up to 1.15m. Now a top attraction in the area, East Coast Park woul…

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93 // Are Your Habits Negatively Influenced By Your Circle of Friends? Try Doing This Instead 19:54

27d ago19:54

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Chapter 9 of Atomic Habits by James Clear Atomic Habits Series (The ODD episodes): Ep. 61, Ep. 63, Ep. 65, Ep. 67, Ep. 69, Ep. 71, Ep. 75, Ep. 77, Ep. 81, Ep. 83, Ep. 85, Ep. 87, Ep. 89, Ep. 91 Have you been wondering why you are not making any progress with your fitness goals since becoming a mom? Is it because maybe your not receiving the encoura…

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S1E6: Eat, shoot and post: What makes a good food reviewer? 37:31

23d ago37:31

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Scroll social media and you’ll likely be served a food recommendation or review, often one that’s either enthused or a takedown of sorts. Synopsis: The Straits Times’ Natasha Ann Zachariah explores contemporary societal choices and youth perspectives. If someone takes videos of their food and serves them with a side of honest opinions, does that ma…

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92 // 4 Tips for the Absolute Best Way to Squeeze in Your Workout When You Have No Time as a Busy Mom 11:32

30d ago11:32

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Are you struggling to find time to work out ever since giving birth? Even just the thought of working out makes you feel fatigued. I know it's hard to get an hour long workout in, but like I always say, something is better than nothing.Let's focus on just 5 min workouts today! Can you find time in your schedule to get one small workout squeezed in …

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S1E25: Halfway mark of 2024: Our expert offers top stock picks in Singapore 19:55

27d ago19:55

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"Why invest in Singapore, when you can invest in the US?" Our guest expert counters this argument with facts and his opinion. Synopsis: Every third Monday of the month, senior columnist Ven Sreenivasan offers you an extra edge in managing your hard-earned money. In this episode, Ven hosts Thilan Wickramesinghe - regional head of research at Maybank…

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S1E125: South-East Asia’s carbon storage dreams: Visionary climate solution or folly? 31:12

28d ago31:12

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South-East Asia has big plans to become a regional carbon storage hub. Can it work or are the risks too great? Synopsis: Every first and third Sunday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the beat of the changing environment, from biodiversity conservation to climate change. For years now, we’ve heard a lot about carbon capture and storage as on…

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S1E31: Could China, India go to war again? 24:39

30d ago24:39

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Our expert guest on what to expect on the external front from Modi 3.0, India’s challenges, and options. Synopsis: Join The Straits Times' senior columnist Ravi Velloor, as he distils his experience from four decades of covering the continent. In this episode, Ravi speaks with the eminent foreign policy thinker C Raja Mohan, the noted scholar and c…

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91 // Does Dopamine Really Play a Roll in Habit Formation? Understand Your Temptations to Make Your Healthy Habits Stick 12:58

1M ago12:58

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Chapter 8 of Atomic Habits by James Clear Atomic Habits Series (The ODD episodes): Ep. 61, Ep. 63, Ep. 65, Ep. 67, Ep. 69, Ep. 71, Ep. 75, Ep. 77, Ep. 81, Ep. 83, Ep. 85, Ep. 87, Ep. 89 Are you struggling with getting your healthy habits to stick, but you seem to keep resorting to the same bad habits like excessive social media scrolling and drinki…

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S1E17: Raising an Olympian in Singapore 43:16

1M ago43:16

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What does it take for parents to nurture an athlete who wants to reach sport’s pinnacle? Synopsis: The Straits Times tackles the talking points in sport every second Wednesday of the month. The Olympics is just around the corner and come July, several Team Singapore athletes will fly the flag for the Republic in Paris. Two of them, kitefoiler Maxim…

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Investing vs Inflation, We Are Hiring & I Interview My Kids #300 38:51

1M ago38:51

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This week's podcast is the 300th Informed Decisions Personal Finance Podcast, so it is a little bit different than the usual! Key topics are: Inflation vs Investments over the past few years, what has or has not retained your purchasing power Informed Decisions Financial Planning may be hiring! I interview my kids, my most challenging interview to …

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90 // Get Unstuck! A Quick Motivational Fitness Message Just For You, Mama 8:20

1M ago8:20

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Just because you are a mom it doesn’t mean you have to resort to homemaking, cooking, and cleaning. You can do so much more. You wish you had the body to do the things you used to do back in high school and college. Your life as a mom is not what you expected, and you wanted so much more. You want to be able to run, to move, and to have energy. You…

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S1E43: Is parenthood a sacrifice young Singaporeans aren’t willing to make? 28:48

1M ago28:48

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Children can invoke feelings of joy, gratitude and fulfilment, but also thoughts of fatigue, financial stress, and lack of personal time? Synopsis: Every second Monday of the month, The Straits Times takes a hard look at social issues of the day with guests. For the first time ever, the resident total fertility rate (TFR) dropped below 1, hitting 0…

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S1E15: Chip in to shape Singapore’s semiconductor ambitions 29:31

1M ago29:31

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Robust job prospects amid artificial intelligence race, despite trade tensions Synopsis: Every second Monday of the month, The Straits Times helps you put your career on the right footing from the outset. The semiconductor industry has been a fixture of Singapore's advanced manufacturing space since 1968. The industry has grown from strength to str…

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S1E33: Hong Kong's vanity car plates a creative outlet as freedoms narrow 18:15

1M ago18:15

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The affordable luxury of personalised car licence plates are proving an enduring and endearing avenue for self-expression in a changing Hong Kong Synopsis: Every first Friday of the month, The Straits Times chats with ST’s correspondents in the Asia-Pacific, the US and Europe, about life as it goes on, amid the screaming headlines and bubbling cris…

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89 // The Truth About Why Bad Habits Linger for So Long and How To Stop Them 16:18

1M ago16:18

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Chapter 7 of Atomic Habits by James Clear Atomic Habits Series (The ODD episodes): Ep. 61, Ep. 63, Ep. 65, Ep. 67, Ep. 69, Ep. 71, Ep. 75, Ep. 77, Ep. 81, Ep. 83, Ep. 85, Ep. 87, Ep. 89 We all have bad habits, whether it's around food, fitness, sleep, or water, or maybe it's jealousy when scrolling on social media. Whatever it might be, there is a …

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S1E5: Are young people breaking up with dating apps? 42:29

1M ago42:29

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Swiping for love used to be the way for millennials to find a connection, but there seems to be growing dating app disillusionment among the young. Synopsis: The Straits Times’ Natasha Ann Zachariah explores contemporary societal choices and youth perspectives. Bernice Fong, Dhareeni Shanmugam and John Lim are three under-30s who have had different…

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