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A podcast where we chat about Asian pop culture: films, tv shows, cartoons, video games, comics, books, food… whatever we’re feeling on the day, really. A little bit of news, a little bit of analysis, but a whole lot of fun. New episodes every Monday!
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Shoes off at the door, K-pop photo cards on the table, and headphones in – welcome to the Glow Gang. Your two yapping cousins at the family function, co-hosts Clarence Angelo and Alcheska talk all things music, pop culture, and most importantly, BTS – I mean extremely valuable life lessons. From growing up Asian American to the grueling hardships of being in love with celebrities, anime characters, and idols, Asian Glow Podcast offers the absolute worst – and sometimes gives some advice alon ...
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Annyeonghaseyo! We are Grace and Sarah, Asian KDrama fans who love to ask, and hopefully find answers to, all of our (and your) Asian drama questions. We cover everything, from silly topics to sensitive and serious issues that come up as we binge. We'll also share some Korean and Chinese language tips, as well as our experiences as diaspora Asians living in the UK and US. Afternoona Asks ND: Quirky, partly queer and quite late diagnosed, we are the Afternoona Asks ND (neurodivergent) squad - ...
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Here for a short time, not a tall time. Hosted by @sidthechad and @dr6pac, Short Kings Talk discusses life, fashion, fitness, & culture for the average height (and vertically gifted).
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Hallyujuku

Petey Rave & Brandon Cooper

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A simple tagline: Anything But Anime. Hallyujuku is a show about East Asian Pop Culture starring a pair of non-Asian goofballs. Petey Rave and Brandon Cooper (aka King Kaz) will cover everything from Music, Dramas, Food, and more with an honest and, at times, un-P.C. approach.
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Rice for Breakfast is a podcast about Asian Americans in Pop Culture. Each week I, Ian de Borja, will have a conversation with an Asian American who helps create the unique landscape of popular culture.
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Sharing zesty stories to cultivate the happiness and hero within and out. We talk about personal experiences, pop culture and societal impacts. www.gleefultalkshow.com Support the show by buying me a cup of coffee or two! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/gleefultalkshow https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=ANQENUPWKT9JS
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APT 504 is a pop culture driven podcast inspired by the late night conversations Ashley and Emily would have in bed as roommates in APT 504. Each episode, they passionately discuss the latest news in entertainment, imagine the celebrity rich and famous lifestyle, and share their recent social media follows and unfollows.
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What Kind of Asian Are You?

DIASPORA ASIAN PRODUCTIONS

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Tired of not seeing and hearing about Asian stories that reflect your lived experiences in mainstream western media? OR do you want more inspiration and motivation from Asians like yourself? Then, tune in each week to hear conversations with host, Kyle and his awesome Asian guests about being Asian (in the diaspora). Connect with the Podcast on Instagram: @whatkindofasianpod Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/whatkindofasian
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Daydreamer Network

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Do you have unprocessed trauma around Disney Princess Movies? Does mother Gothel remind you of your mom? Confused and Horrified that you’re still attracted to Khal Drogo despite how awful he is to Khaleesi? You aren’t alone! Every week, Momi and Hina sit down to psycho-analyze fictional relationships from television and film. It’s just like therapy, minus the licensed professional (plus+ booze and swearing).
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Tech reporter Jose Fermoso brings the largest Latinx community of tech professionals to audio life through in-depth stories and interviews featuring topics affecting all Latinx people including immigration policies, the coronavirus pandemic, and the latest in business challenges.
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Rice & Shine

KMIH 88.9 The Bridge

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Come join in on a podcast where Asian-American teens discuss life, pop culture, and relevant issues from their perspective. Listen live on Sundays at 9 am (PST) on KMIH 88.9 The Bridge with Lauren Suzuki, Sophie Hill, and Ava Yeh. Link Tree to all content: https://linktr.ee/riceandshinepodcast
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A podcast about all things music - hot takes, history, and the influence it has on our everyday lives. I invite music experts and non-experts and open up a safe space for them to share uncensored opinions about the music industry. We also discuss their unique experiences in how music has shaped their identity and relationships with others and how they discover music, exchanging personal stories and pop culture gossip along the way.
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Sarees on Screen

Usha and Rekha

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Podcast on South Asian Politics, Patriarchy and Pop Culture. Hosted by two queer brown feminists. New episodes every other Friday. Visit SareesOnScreen.com for show notes and additional content.
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Culture Jumpers

Bad Grass Entertainment

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Culture Jumpers explores the funny, touching and dramatic ways people and culture make the jump from one cultural context to another. Listen on Spotify, Apple or your favorite app. In this award-winning show, the hosts share their stories as an Asian-Jewish couple and interview others about multicultural marriage, travel, kids, food and more. They also look at how pop culture translates globally.
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Aussie popstar Prince Mak rose to fame as a member of Jackie Chan's K-pop idol group JJCC, and he is currently on the rise in China as an actor. He’s quite the quadruple threat; acting, singing, dancing and being friends with Jackie Chan #jealous. Now you can join him every week to hear about his life as a star. He answers your questions through the hashtag #sbspopasiaprincemak on Twitter too, so get involved in the convo!
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Bi Guys

GaS Digital Network

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Join comedians Zac Amico, Ian Fidance and friends as they spread sex positivity with authentic personal stories, provocative games and plenty of laughs along the way! Whether you’re LGBTQ+, a cis-hetero normie, or just need a good laugh: The Bi Guys are here to show their sensitive side, but be silly and raunchy too. Just like Zac and Ian, this show can go both ways!
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Synopsis: Our ALL-IN-ONE channel showcases our discussions on Singapore youth perspectives and social issues, geopolitics through an Asian lens, health, climate change, money, career, sports, pop culture and music. 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 Trust.
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Bullet Train

Asia Pacific Arts

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Bullet Train is a podcast produced by Asia Pacific Arts, an online magazine based in Los Angeles that has been covering pan-Asian arts and entertainment since 2003. Launched in February 2015, Bullet Train features pop culture stories connecting Asia with the rest of the world. We'll travel from Chinese dramas, K-pop and Bollywood to YouTube, karaoke and comic books and take you where you didn't even know you wanted to go.
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Where pop culture meets personal growth ✨ Hosted by NYC-based soft girl boss and pop culture aficionado, Valerie Fong, you’ll hear some honest and intimate conversations about the unexpected challenges of growing up and finding balance in your career, relationships, and well-being... and some sillier random thoughts that keep Val up at night. Tune in as we unpack all those hard-to-articulate feelings and navigate our early twenties, one day at a time. Follow Valerie on Instagram @onedayatati ...
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Prickly Pens Podcast

Michelle Monkou, G. S. Samuels, Julia Canchola

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Prickly Pens Podcast is a platform of discussions with three friends who are also authors on the writing journey: Michelle Monkou, Julia Canchola, G. S. Samuels. During each episode, each co-host will add to the discussion around, not only the writing journey, but issues and topics of our lives. Michelle Monkou is a multi-published author, USA TODAY Best Selling author, and former president and board member of Romance Writers of America (RWA). She has published over 25 titles and currently w ...
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On this edition of our reality TV recap series of Go Asian! we finally make it to the hometown episodes for this season of The Bachelorette (featuring our first Asian American bachelorette Jenn Tran)! The crew dives into a series of not-very-exciting dates as the specter of some glaring red flags casts their shadows on a relatively drama-free episo…
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Peoples & Things host, Lee Vinsel, talks to Cyrus Mody, Professor in the History of Science, Technology, and Innovation and Director of the STS Program at Maastricht University, about his book, The Squares: US Physical and Engineering Scientists in the Long 1970s (MIT Press, 2022). Many narratives about contemporary technologies, especially digital…
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On this episode, we check out the Jackpot! the new action comedy film starting Awkwafina as a woman who wins the lottery in a dystopic future and John Cena as her bodyguard as she tries to survive as other lottery players attempt to legally murder her to win her jackpot. It's a high concept plot, but will it translate to good pop status? What's Pop…
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Aggression from China is driving Manila and Washington closer, spurring a loose coalition against Beijing. Synopsis: Every third and 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. Despite talks between China and the Philippines regard…
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In this episode, we debrief our first K-CON experience ever, Alcheska's first time in Los Angeles, and do what all true academics do: Rank K-Pop idol thirst traps. We hope you enjoy this episode of Asian Glow Podcast.For more yapping with the rest of the Glow Gang, join our communitydiscord server and watch our livestreams on Youtube every Wednesda…
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Can costly advertising vans spreading hate be redirected towards positive initiatives? Join us on this episode of Music Elixir where Sarah and Ms Panic confront the recent controversy involving BTS's SUGA and a DUI incident. We passionately discuss the negative use of resources and propose a more constructive approach, such as funding alcohol addic…
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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 Times offers expert insights on new vehicles or transportation trends. BYD is leading the sales chart in Singapore and other Chinese car brands are also making their way here. In a market where …
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Climate and environment data disclosures are vital. But real action is needed for cutting emissions and nature protection. 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. There’s a saying in sustainability circles: What gets measu…
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On this episode, Marvin & Jess check out TRAP, the new thriller from prolific Asian American director M. Night Shyamalan, a film about a girl dad who happens to be a serial killer who discovers that the concert he took his daughter to is actually an elaborate trap to capture him. Join us as discuss the many layers of girl dadding found in this film…
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We continue our coverage of the current season of The Bachelorette (featuring our first Asian American bachelorette) with another edition of our reality TV recap series of Go Asian! On this episode, we return to the States and begin to see the light at the end of the tunnel as Jenn selects her final 4 suitors in preparation for the hometown episode…
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Could one moment of poor judgment ruin a career? Join us as we unpack the shocking DUI incident involving BTS member SUGA, examining conflicting reports about the vehicle and his blood alcohol level. We'll look at Big Hit Music's apologies and the critical need for accurate communication. Plus, we emphasize the human aspect of making mistakes and i…
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What triggers one’s frustrations in Singapore? Even the smallest inconvenience can spark irritation, making it feel like we’re always on the edge of our temper. Synopsis: The Usual Place host Natasha Ann Zachariah explores contemporary societal choices and youth perspectives. Murals and HDB block patterns, poor service, bad food, long queues, queue…
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In this episode of the Gleeful Talk Show, we dive deep into the highs and lows of House of the Dragon Season 2 with special guest Yvonne from the Bits and Pieces podcast. We share our thoughts on key moments, character arcs, and the overall storytelling of the season. From gut-wrenching battles and powerful performances to disappointing plot elemen…
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ST sports reporters and the SG bronze medalist look back at memorable moments in the Paris Olympics. Synopsis: The Straits Times tackles the talking points in sport every second Wednesday of the month. History was made on Aug 9, 2024, when kitefoiler Maximilian Maeder became Singapore’s youngest Olympic medallist after he clinched a bronze in the F…
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Ever wondered what it's like when astrology predictions intertwine with the whirlwind world of K-pop and J-pop? Tune into our latest episode of Music Elixir, where we kick things off with personal stories about our astrological journeys and how they intersect with our multifaceted careers. Get the scoop on G-Dragon's latest developments, including …
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In this week's episode we talked the Paris Olympics, the Terminator ZERO trailer (with a side of zankensoki action), and Squid Game season 2 (with a side of Mr. Beast controversy). Danh also has a big whinge about spoilers on the internet and Thavy gives a mini-review of a Filipino horror anthology, before we do our main review for this episode, Th…
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Peoples & Things host, Lee Vinsel, talks to Benjamin Waterhouse, full-as-full-can- be Professor of History at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, about his book, One Day I’ll Work for Myself: The Dream and Delusion that Conquered America (Norton, 2024). The book examines how the ideal of self-employment became so prominent in the United St…
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Two HDB resale flats had listing prices of $2 million in May, which were debunked by the authorities for being misleading and unrealistic. Synopsis: Every first Monday of the month, The Straits Times takes a hard look at social issues of the day with guests. The authorities sat up and paid attention when a jumbo flat in Sengkang was put up for sale…
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A well-written job description helps employers and jobseekers find the right fit. 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 never easy, with limited time and lots of ground to cover. This means it is important to be able to suss out, with confidenc…
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On this episode of Good Pop, the crew checks out the #1 movie in the country, Deadpool & Wolverine, which marks the official entrance of both these beloved Fox Marvel characters into the Marvel Cinematic Universe. But does this very irreverent (and very Ryan Reynolds) film make the grade as good pop? What's Popping? - The Olympics! Follow our hosts…
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Good Pop's reality TV recap spinoff Go Asian continues its coverage of the current season of the Bachelorette, featuring Jenn Tran, our first ever Asian American lead! On this episode, we cover the highs and lows of a jam packed episode 5 with two whole rose ceremonies and a self-elimination! Join us as we say farewell to Thomas N, discuss the "bab…
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We chat with Mayank Chhaya, Chicago-based veteran chronicler of the Indian diaspora, on Kamala Harris’s appeal and chances in the upcoming Nov 5 US presidential election. 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 ve…
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Join us on Music Elixir's latest episode, where we kick things off with the quirky new fandom name "MONSTIEZ" for BABYMONSTER. We explore its meaning and how it measures up against iconic names like MONSTA X's "MONBEBE." Along the way, Panic shares an unexpected fascination with a YouTube channel about lobster fishing—combining fun and education in…
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How effective are your skincare products? Synopsis: Every first Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times helps you make sense of health matters that affect you. We all want to look as young and as healthy as possible, and one way to do so is to have healthy skin. But, as we age, our skin becomes thinner, less elastic and more dry and sensitive. Th…
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In this week's episode we talked about the passing of Cheng Pei-pei, Shogun cleaning up at the Emmys, as well as the trailer for the American remake of The Killer by John Woo. We also offer up mini-reviews for Long Legs and The Acolyte, before getting onto the main review for this episode - a Thai film called How To Make Millions Before Grandma Die…
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Synopsis: Listen to audio snippets as The Straits Times' executive editor Sumiko Tan, who turns 60 this year, finds out the challenges to growing older as she confronts her own negative attitudes about ageing. Despite the 38-year age gap between former actor Edmund Chen, 62, and his Gen Z daughter Yixin, the bond between father and daughter is warm…
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Can mid-lifers breathe new life into stale careers with social media? 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. Will a leap into social media rain new work opportunities for a stale middle-age career? Will being on TikTok, YouTube, Facebook, Ins…
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In the quest for renewable hydropower, indiscriminate dam building in the basin of the Mekong is changing the landscape and negatively impacting local communities and ecosystems. 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. Uni…
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We're back with another episode to discuss travelling to Seoul - Sarah was lucky to return for another work trip this summer! This time she had some time to go for some experiences: a hair spa, a facial and some kimchi making. She also tried soy marinated crab and met 2 Korean Instagram influencers! Check out the episode to hear about more things t…
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On our July 2024 edition of "Do We Want This?" The Good Pop crew reviews some of the latest Asian American entertainment news including some exciting adaptation and casting announcements, as well as the new batch of Emmy nominations! What's Popping? - Puppet Up! Olympics (and Olympics opening ceremony) Follow our hosts: Marvin Yueh - @marvinyueh Je…
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We continue our coverage of the latest season of The Bachelorette with another episode of Go Asian! On this episode the show moves onto New Zealand as Jenn goes on solo dates with the two eternal rivals Sam M and Devin, and boy do we have thoughts. The rest of the guys have some fun on a Rugby group date, and Sam N decides that the time is now to s…
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Is it catchy lyrics, a snappy beat, or is there something else that captures the Singaporean heart? Synopsis: The Usual Place host Natasha Ann Zachariah explores contemporary societal choices and youth perspectives. Why do some songs, basking under the golden glow of nostalgia, come back year after year, and why do others fade from the public consc…
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Hengdian, in Zhejiang province, is booming as the location set for two-thirds of China’s period dramas. Synopsis: Every first Friday of the month, The Straits Times chats with ST’s global correspondents about life as it goes on, amid the screaming headlines and bubbling crises. They come with stars in their eyes, hoping to become the next Fan Bingb…
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What if you could experience an "electronic symphony" that blends trap, techno, lo-fi, dubstep, EDM, and even classical music all in one track? Join us on this episode of Music Elixir as we explore the groundbreaking single "Fatal" by GEMN, featuring the masterful collaboration of Kento Nakajima and Tatsuya Kitani. We'll unravel how their complemen…
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From the evolution of MRT lines to buses, wider cycling paths and committing to being “car-lite”, our veteran transport reporter tells all. Synopsis: The Straits Times offers expert insights if you are in the market for a new vehicle or are tracking transportation trends. In the second part of the conversation, COE Watch host Lee Nian Tjoe hosts lo…
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Peoples & Things host, Lee Vinsel, talks to Kate McDonald, Associate Professor of History at University of California, Santa Barbara, about her fascinating research on the history of mobility in Asia and how it looks different when we approach it as a history of work and labor. The pair traverse McDonald’s career from her current project, The Ricks…
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On this episode, we finally sit down to talk about the latest Disney+ Star Wars series, The Acolyte (or how sexy Asians saved Star Wars)! Guest co-host Teresa Tran joins us for the first time on a proper Good Pop to round out our panel of 3 generations of Star Wars fans as they dive deep into this series that has set the Star Wars fandom ablaze! Bu…
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Hear why this policy is in jeopardy on several levels, including the risk of being outmanoeuvred and encircled by China in its near east. 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. It may have been called a “forgot…
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Good Pop's reality TV recap spinoff Go Asian continues its coverage of the current season of the Bachelorette, featuring Jenn Tran, our first ever Asian American lead! We watch in dismay as Thomas N, our only Vietnamese American suitor, decides to turn his attentions to fellow suitor Sam M as they bond over their mutual hatred of Devin, the class c…
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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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