Best Lawrence Wong Podcasts (2024)

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Looking back and looking ahead: Dr. Kenneth Paul Tan on PAP’s governing principles, PM Lawrence Wong, and the next general election - Part 2 42:08

15d ago42:08

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On May 15, 2024, at the Istana, Singapore's fourth prime minister Lawrence Wong took his oath of office and was officially sworn in, taking over from prime minister Lee Hsien Loong. This political transition is significant for a host of different reasons, and so, across two episodes, we take a deeper dive with Dr. Kenneth Paul Tan of Hong Kong Bapt…

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S1E31: Who wants to be a public servant? 24:50

11m ago24:50

24:50

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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Why is it so hard to get recycling right in Singapore? 25:49

8h ago25:49

25:49

Singapore has reduced its waste but domestic recycling rates are falling, according to the latest data by the National Environment Agency. Why aren't more people using the blue recycling bins? When we recycle, does our waste end up being incinerated for other reasons? Steven Chia and Crispina Robert get answers from Professor Tong Yen Wah from the …

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

18h 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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S1E110: Looking back at 'pageantry' of Trump Presidency: A ringside view 19:27

15h ago19:27

19:27

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

4d ago52:09

52:09

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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Simulation as a new oppurtunity for scholarship - With Amy Wong 33:31

2d ago33:31

33:31

In this episode, Tony and Lawrence are joined by Amy Wong an asspociate professor from the Norwich Medical School. In the episode Amy disucsses research and scholarship potential in simulation, the importance of international collaboration and how Amy is trying to spread this message through her Scholarship, Innovation and Research Network (SIReN).…

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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

3d ago31:00

31:00

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

3d ago6:18

6:18

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

4d 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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“Are we OK with the price of not being OK?”: The mental health and well-being of Singaporeans (with former NMP Anthea Ong) 43:54

4d ago43:54

43:54

The links between mental health and well-being and Singapore’s general elections may not be immediately clear. Yet, in GE2020, during a pandemic election which also placed emphasis on how Singaporeans were doing psychologically, many electoral candidates and political parties campaigned on related platforms. With former nominated member of parliame…

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When flights run into trouble, how much money should you get? 24:28

8d ago24:28

24:28

Some passengers of SQ321 were given cash advances in light of injuries when the aircraft experienced severe turbulence. Are all airlines obliged to compensate? How are amounts decided and could you later sue for more? Lawyers Paul Ng, head of aviation at Rajah and Tann Singapore LLP, and Chooi Jing Yen from Eugene Thuraisingam LLP are guests. See o…

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

8d ago38:59

38:59

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

8d 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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S1E25: Halfway mark of 2024: Our expert offers top stock picks in Singapore 19:55

12d 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

13d 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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Battling against easy access to sexual content on social media 26:54

15d ago26:54

26:54

X, formerly Twitter, recently announced its official policy to allow consensual production and distribution of adult content. While the company says there are safeguards for those under 18, what impact does access to pornography online have on young people and whose job is it to deal with the consequences? Steven Chia and Crispina Robert get the fa…

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

15d ago24:39

24:39

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

15d ago24:39

24:39

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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Unsung heros: The simulation technician - With Dan Blood 30:58

16d ago30:58

30:58

In this episode, Tony and Lawrence are joined by Dan Blood a senior simulation technican at the university of Surrey. The trio discuss a typical day in the life of a sim tech, relationships with other faculty and creative solutions to simulation problems. #simcast #simulation #podcastBy Tony Jermy & Lawrence Hill

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S1E17: Raising an Olympian in Singapore 43:16

17d 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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S1E43: Is parenthood a sacrifice young Singaporeans aren’t willing to make? 28:48

19d ago28:48

28:48

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

19d ago29:31

29:31

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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What will it take for people to pay more for locally produced vegetables? 29:28

24d ago29:28

29:28

Food security is a critical issue for Singapore because it imports more than 90 per cent of its produce. The 30 by 30 goal - to grow 30 per cent of food locally by 2030 - aims to mitigate this but local farming is still struggling to create a viable ecosystem. Is it cost, consumers or commitment? Steven Chia and Crispina Robert speak to Kenny Eng, …

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Looking back and looking ahead: Dr. Kenneth Paul Tan on PAP’s governing principles, PM Lawrence Wong, and the next general election - Part 1 38:22

22d ago38:22

38:22

On May 15, 2024, at the Istana, Singapore's fourth prime minister Lawrence Wong took his oath of office and was officially sworn in, taking over from prime minister Lee Hsien Loong. This political transition is significant for a host of different reasons, and so, across two episodes, we take a deeper dive with Dr. Kenneth Paul Tan of Hong Kong Bapt…

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

23d ago18:15

18:15

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

22d ago18:15

18:15

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

23d ago42:29

42:29

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

25d ago42:29

42:29

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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S1E124: Did you know that vapes can expose you to toxic metals? 33:16

24d ago33:16

33:16

Vape users inhale not just harmful chemicals, but toxic metals into their lungs. Synopsis: Every first Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times helps you make sense of health matters that affect you. E-cigarettes or vapes can contain less chemicals than cigarettes, but did you know that the former can expose users to toxic metals? Is vaping safer …

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Episode #10 One word: Ryvchin 51:21

25d ago51:21

51:21

In their Season One Finale, Dash and Tami are joined by the Co-CEO of the Executive Council of Australian Jewry and internationally acclaimed author Alex Ryvchin … and his better half Vicki to talk about their life post Oct 7, including Alex’s glow up. Plus a new litmus test for friendship and an angry instagram comment. Articles mentioned/ adjacen…

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S1E124: Why the warming Himalayas are a water crisis for half of Asia 20:51

27d ago20:51

20:51

Local solutions are critical for vulnerable millions as the scorching heat rapidly melts snow and ice across the fragile "third pole". 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. As the planet warms, with north India’s plains …

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Ep. 63: Hong Kong Film History Pt. 6 w/ Po Fung (蒲鋒) 3/3 [Cantonese] 1:30:38

1M ago1:30:38

1:30:38

「香港電影史導論 Podcast第六集」討論大網有關這系列的Podcast, 詳情請看這裡。第六集「嘉禾的出現及自由競爭下1970年代影業的興旺」討論大網： 1970年開始時，擁有影城和院線，製作量龐大的邵氏兄弟公司好像一個絕不可能被打倒的影壇巨人，結果它卻製造出自己的強大敵人，那就是從邵氏公司的管理人員鄒文懷。鄒在邵氏因方逸華主政而離開組織嘉禾公司，它發掘了李小龍，承接了國泰公司的片廠，組織了院線，再由許冠文喜劇屢破票房紀錄。嘉禾由一家資金短絀的公司發展成足以與邵氏分庭抗禮的國際有名的大公司，並成為1980至1990香港電影的中流砥柱，可說是一個傳奇。除了嘉禾，1970年代在不同時期都有一些獨立電影公司在票房上創出佳績，為影業帶來新風，包括思遠、繽繽，這都與香港影業自由競爭脫不了干系…

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Should we preserve heritage businesses which are not viable? 27:15

29d ago27:15

27:15

The closure of Thambi magazine store after 80 years was met with shock and sadness. But is it unrealistic to expect heritage businesses to survive in a competitive, ever-changing world? Steven Chia and Crispina Robert speak to Singapore University of Social Sciences' Dr Lye Kit Ying and Edmond Wong, a third-generation business owner of Kim Choo Kue…

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Virtual reality in simulation - With Christine Vogel 42:09

30d ago42:09

42:09

In this episode, Lawrence and Tony are Joined by Christine Vogel the lead nurse educator for UbiSim: a company specialising in Virtual Reality (VR) for healthcare education. They discuss what good VR looks like, where VR sits in the different modalities of simulation education and peek into the future of what VR holds for healthcare simulation. #si…

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Ep. 62: Hong Kong Film History Pt. 6 w/ Po Fung (蒲鋒) 2/3 [Cantonese] 52:35

1M ago52:35

52:35

「香港電影史導論 Podcast第六集」討論大網有關這系列的Podcast, 詳情請看這裡。第六集「嘉禾的出現及自由競爭下1970年代影業的興旺」討論大網： 1970年開始時，擁有影城和院線，製作量龐大的邵氏兄弟公司好像一個絕不可能被打倒的影壇巨人，結果它卻製造出自己的強大敵人，那就是從邵氏公司的管理人員鄒文懷。鄒在邵氏因方逸華主政而離開組織嘉禾公司，它發掘了李小龍，承接了國泰公司的片廠，組織了院線，再由許冠文喜劇屢破票房紀錄。嘉禾由一家資金短絀的公司發展成足以與邵氏分庭抗禮的國際有名的大公司，並成為1980至1990香港電影的中流砥柱，可說是一個傳奇。除了嘉禾，1970年代在不同時期都有一些獨立電影公司在票房上創出佳績，為影業帶來新風，包括思遠、繽繽，這都與香港影業自由競爭脫不了干系…

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Episode #9 Are you a 'Proud Jew'? With 'Design Down Under' power couple Georgia Ezra & Richie Morris 41:39

1M ago41:39

41:39

Are you a proud Jew? Has Australia’s response to October 7 stifled your cultural or religious expression? In this episode Dash and Tami chat to Georgia Ezra and Richie Morris; two high profile people with a television show in the US and a big social media following who have maintained a strong commitment to displaying their Judaism publicly. Plus, …

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Ep. 60: The Lyricist Wannabe《填詞L》 w/ Director Norris Wong 2/2 [Cantonese] 28:58

1M ago28:58

28:58

《填詞L》已於5月25日於Starlight Whittier Village Cinemas 下午3點放映 🎬✨，多謝入場觀賞電影的朋友 💖，另外也多謝導演黃綺琳和監製黃鐦親身來到現場跟我們分享 🙏。在這一集podcast，我們跟導演主要討論了電影拍攝初衷 🎥，選景的邏輯 📍，拍攝期間的挑戰 💪，以及對填詞夢的最終結果有什麼看法 🎶。係呢度聽：https://hkonscreen.firstory.io/ 🎧 --- "The Lyricist Wannabe" was screened on May 25th at 3:00 PM at Starlight Whittier Village Cinemas 🎬✨. We thank everyone who came to watch…

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Why do employers still need MCs as proof of illness? 23:45

1M ago23:45

23:45

The Ministry of Health is looking to curb the "excessive issuance" of medical certificates (MCs), especially by telemedicine doctors, following feedback from employers and government agencies. But is there a deeper issue with an outdated system of needing proof of illness? Would a system of trust work better? Steven Chia and Crispina Robert chat wi…

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S1E109: Why war 'by design' over Taiwan is unlikely: Bilahari Kausikan 17:19

1M ago17:19

17:19

South-east Asian countries appreciate there is no strategic balance in the region without the US, so they will find ways to deal with whoever is in the White House. 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. How So…

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S1E2: The story of Kangxi Coming, the little Taiwanese talk show heard around the world 42:09

1M ago42:09

42:09

How a variety talk show with one of the oddest hosting pairings became one of the most successful in the Chinese language entertainment scene. Synopsis: How Did We Get Here is a new scripted series under the #PopVultures banner, which will take a look in each episode about a celebrity, a band or the cast of a movie or film that made an impact on As…

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S1E109: Why war 'by design' over Taiwan is unlikely: Bilahari Kausikan 17:19

1M ago17:19

17:19

South-east Asian countries appreciate there is no strategic balance in the region without the US, so they will find ways to deal with whoever is in the White House. 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. How So…

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S1E12: Why COE bidding gives this seasoned motor dealer a heartache 35:28

1M ago35:28

35:28

A seasoned motor industry insider says the COE system is bad for health because of the stress that comes with not knowing “the full picture”. Synopsis: The Straits Times offers expert insights if you are in the market for a new vehicle or are tracking transportation trends. The adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) in Singapore seems to be tracking w…

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S1E16: Singapore EPL fans, sports presenter John Dykes debate a thrilling season 1:02:57

1M ago1:02:57

1:02:57

Join in this passionate post mortem of the recently concluded 2023/24 English Premier League season. Synopsis: The Straits Times tackles the talking points in sport every second Wednesday of the month. As the dust settles on another thrilling English Premier League (EPL) season, the post-campaign analysis has begun at the Hard Tackle. ST Sports rep…

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S1E11: rhyu - It's fine (Live) 4:45

1M ago4:45

4:45

Home-grown singer-songwriter rhyu's intimate live studio take of It's fine, a song first released in 2023, which has a million streams on just Spotify alone. 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 performan…

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