Best Thailand Talks Health Podcasts (2024)

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

16m 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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The Vintage Harley Davidson 3d Emblem Queen @alexbandow | Vintage N' Stuff Podcast EP #131 FULL 49:03

2h ago49:03

49:03

Full ad Free Episode (Free Trial) - https://www.patreon.com/drewheifetz #vintage #whatnot #depop #reselling Alex has been on my radar for the show since back during the vid vintage boom. She is currently a whatnot crusher but has a rich history of growing up in a reselling family and even had a successful viral internet business in her 20s selling …

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

8h ago37:31

37:31

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

4d ago19:55

19:55

"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

5d 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

7d 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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S1E17: Raising an Olympian in Singapore 43:16

9d 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

11d 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

11d 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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S1E33: Hong Kong's vanity car plates a creative outlet as freedoms narrow 18:15

14d 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

15d 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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S1E124: Did you know that vapes can expose you to toxic metals? 33:16

19d ago33:16

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

18d 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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S1E124: Why the warming Himalayas are a water crisis for half of Asia 20:51

19d ago20:51

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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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Shein is killing Fashion w/ Amy & Bronte | Vintage N' Stuff Podcast EP #131 45:30

22d ago45:30

45:30

Full ad Free Episode (Free Trial) - https://www.patreon.com/drewheifetz #Shein #haul #Vinage #fastfashion I got together with my partner Amy aka @the_velvetunderdog and Bronte @bronte.che to talk about there recent activism work educating people about the horrors of companies like Shein. Enjoy Shop Vintage Here with code vtgnstuff for 30% off Mens …

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

28d 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

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

29d 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

29d 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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The Vintage JNCO King Mitch Hammes of @singlestitchmadison | Vintage N' Stuff Podcast EP #130 47:34

29d ago47:34

47:34

Full ad Free Episode (Free Trial) - https://www.patreon.com/drewheifetz #vintage #JNCO #vintagedenim #Madisonvintage I only met Mitch a few weeks ago but instantly I felt a connection with him. There is something special about the way he operates. His drive and motivation is palpable. He is super young and already finding great success in selling v…

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S1E11: Newcomer rhyu - Singapore’s answer to Laufey? 28:45

30d ago28:45

28:45

Home-grown singer and songwriter rhyu is the 11th guest in this music channel. Synopsis (headphones recommended): Each month, The Straits Times invites music acts to its podcast studio. In the 11th episode of Music Lab, ST's music correspondent Eddino Abdul Hadi hosts home-grown singer and songwriter rhyu. The newcomer’s arresting vocals and origin…

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

30d 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. Listen to rhyu talk about her mu…

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S1E24: Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and their growth in Asia 20:17

1M ago20:17

20:17

Hear why active ETFs are becoming more popular. Synopsis: Every third Monday of the month, hosts Lee Su Shyan and Ven Sreenivasan - both senior columnists at The Straits Times - offer you an extra edge in managing your hard-earned money. In this episode, J.P. Morgan Asset Management's Apac head of ETF - Philippe El-Asmar - discusses the growth of E…

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S1E123: Climate talent scout: Meet the investor backing cutting-edge green tech 20:06

1M ago20:06

20:06

Investors are on the hunt for companies that not only cut greenhouse gas emissions but also transform industry and society. 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 growing investor interest in companies at the cutt…

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S1E4: Titus Low: From SG's most famous OnlyFans creator to real estate agent? 26:17

1M ago26:17

26:17

Singapore’s most well-known OnlyFans creator Titus Low is slowly moving on from the platform that has brought him fame, money and drama. Lots of it. Synopsis: The Straits Times’ Natasha Ann Zachariah explores contemporary societal choices and youth perspectives and digs deeper into issues of the day. Sitting down with The Usual Place’s host Natasha…

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S1E14: Fail well, and you learn better 25:54

1M ago25:54

25:54

Adult learning research shows “productive failure” builds tenacity and deepens learning. Synopsis: Every second Monday of the month, The Straits Times helps you put your career on the right footing from the outset. Failure is not fatal. Instead, organisations and individuals can set themselves up to learn from each failure better and faster. Howeve…

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S1E42: Do Gen Zers really have no savings for the long term? 39:40

1M ago39:40

39:40

This generation, it appears in a survey result too, is not afraid to spend immediately for happiness or instant gratification, but they do so within their means. Synopsis: Every first Monday of the month, The Straits Times takes a hard look at social issues of the day with guests. It used to be that avocado toast was the symbol of millennial extrav…

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S1E30: Singapore’s stakes in India’s election: Will polls bring a surprise? 35:57

1M ago35:57

35:57

Hear from our guest expert on Singapore’s stakes in seeing a stable government rule the world’s fifth biggest economy. Synopsis: Join The Straits Times' senior columnist Ravi Velloor, as he distils his experience from four decades of covering the continent. The world’s most populous nation began voting on April 19 in a seven-phase election in which…

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S1E15: What is the state of the Deloitte Women's Premier League? 55:55

1M ago55:55

55:55

Diving into women’s football in Singapore Synopsis: The Straits Times tackles the talking points in sport every second Wednesday of the month. In this episode of Hard Tackle, we look at the state of women’s football in Singapore and what the Republic needs to do to improve its standards. In the Lionesses’ most recent international friendlies, they …

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S1E29: Gen AI, you started work yet? 15:18

2M ago15:18

15:18

The promise of it transforming our work lives is happening, but maybe not in the way we expected it to. 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 has been 18 months since ChatGPT's public debut. Has the technology touted to change our work li…

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S1E122: Why birds are an indicator of the changing face of Earth 29:57

2M ago29:57

29:57

Migratory species are broadly in decline, disrupted by alteration of field and forest habitats, and by hunting in the case of South-east Asia. 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. The East Asian migratory bird flyway is…

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S1E32: Chinese' salve for loneliness: Pay to drink at strangers' homes 14:09

2M ago14:09

14:09

The rise of home bars in cities across China shows how young Chinese are craving for companionship but without having to invest in relationships. 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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S1E3: Youths on their expectations of Singapore's next PM Lawrence Wong 47:19

2M ago47:19

47:19

Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong becomes Singapore’s fourth prime minister on May 15, 2024, when he succeeds current PM Lee Hsien Loong. Synopsis: The Straits Times’ Natasha Ann Zachariah explores contemporary societal choices and youth perspectives and digs deeper into issues of the day. The upcoming leadership transition - when Deputy Prime Mi…

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S1E1: Chinese drama My Fair Princess: The cast's dramatic off-screen lives 47:14

2M ago47:14

47:14

It is one of the most famous Chinese period dramas ever, but where are the members of its main cast now? Synopsis: How Did We Get Here is a new scripted series under the #PopVultures banner, where host Jan Lee will deep dive into a celebrity, a band or the cast of a movie or film that made an impact on Asian entertainment and how they got to where …

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S1E108: No magic bullet but vaccines may help long war against dengue virus 26:37

2M ago26:37

26:37

Asia is on the cusp of a summer of life-threatening dengue fever. 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. Dengue fever case numbers have gone up across the global tropics. This includes Singapore, a model in man…

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S1E11: How are the 3,000-plus chargers at the HDB carparks being used today? 38:09

2M ago38:09

38:09

The head of the EV-electric shares some of the learnings from Singapore’s electrification journey. Synopsis: The Straits Times offers expert insights if you are in the market for a new vehicle or are tracking transportation trends. The pace of EV charger deployment at HDB carparks in 2024 will likely be slower than in the previous year - at least i…

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S1E1: A visit to Sungei Buloh: How Singapore can better host migratory birds 21:42

2M ago21:42

21:42

Why mudflats are vital for dwindling numbers of birds that stop over seasonally. Synopsis (headphones recommended): In this new 4-part environment podcast series for 2024 - Green Trails - The Straits Times hits the ground with experts in spaces that are critical to the interlinked crises the planet faces: climate change, pollution, and biodiversity…

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S1E121: Can carbon credit ratings bring peace of mind to a troubled market? 23:43

2M ago23:43

23:43

Carbon credit ratings can bring much needed transparency and accountability to the market – but is it enough to overcome years of mistrust? 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. Depending on who you speak to, carbon cred…

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Why does Japan Love American Vintage Clothing W/ Tomo Takizawa | Vintage N' Stuff Podcast EP #129 52:10

2M ago52:10

52:10

Full ad Free Episode (Free Trial) - https://www.patreon.com/drewheifetz #vintage #rosebowl #vintagedenim #levisbige I cant believe that it took my 129 episodes to finally get one of my Japanese clients on the show. I guess there is a bit of gate keeping at play here. The vintage business has been through many eras. The snapback era, Polo era, the R…

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S1E2: TMI: Has social media made us oversharers? 42:59

2M ago42:59

42:59

How much is too much when sharing details of your life online? Synopsis: The Straits Times’ Natasha Ann Zachariah explores contemporary societal choices and youth perspectives and digs deeper into issues of the day. Why do people feel so comfortable sharing intimate details of their lives online? The Usual Place’s host Natasha Ann Zachariah sits do…

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S1E23: US tech stocks: Is it time to diversify? 15:54

2M ago15:54

15:54

Consider other markets and the wider US tech sector. Synopsis: Every third Monday of the month, hosts Lee Su Shyan and Ven Sreenivasan - both senior columnists at The Straits Times - offer you an extra edge in managing your hard-earned money. In this episode, Mr Adam Reynolds, Asia-Pacific CEO of Saxo, discusses the large exposure many investors ha…

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I never wanted to be a Stylist W/ @markothecurator | Vintage N' Stuff Podcast Ep #128 FULL 48:03

2M ago48:03

48:03

Full ad Free Episode (Free Trial) - https://www.patreon.com/drewheifetz #vintage #rosebowl I probably met Marko the first time I went to the Rosebowl Fleamarket. He has been a familiar face there for over 25 years. Marko has an interesting story through the vintage world. He has picked for Japanese clients, stumbled into amazing styling gigs, creat…

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S1E123: A new personalised treatment for stubborn depression 38:33

2M ago38:33

38:33

IMH trial to study efficacy of personalised transcranial magnetic stimulation for depression. Synopsis: Every first Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times helps you make sense of health matters that affect you. Researchers from the Institute of Mental Health (IMH) and the Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine at the National University of Singapore ar…

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S1E14: What Singapore can learn from Joseph Schooling's retirement 44:39

2M ago44:39

44:39

Did Singapore let its golden boy down in any way? Synopsis: The Straits Times tackles the talking points in sport every second Wednesday of the month. In this episode of Hard Tackle, we delve into the lessons from the recent retirement of Singaporean swimming sensation Joseph Schooling on April 2, 2024, at just 28 years of age. Join ST Sports repor…

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S1E1: Get into the new Hard Tackle Podcast channel from The Straits Times 1:23

2M ago1:23

1:23

Hear the tough questions posed to our sports stars or authorities in our studio, and how they react. Synopsis: The Straits Times tackles the talking points in sport every second Wednesday of the month. The Straits Times' sports podcast has been around for the past few years, in different formats - from Game Of Two Halves, to Sports Talk, and now...…

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S1E41: Why volunteering is worth our time and effort: 2 young working adults 21:50

2M ago21:50

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Two youth volunteers - adults with full-time jobs - explain what motivates them to spark change in the community. Synopsis: Every second Monday of the month, The Straits Times takes a hard look at Singapore's social issues of the day with guests. Youth Corps Singapore, which is under the National Youth Council, turns 10 in 2024. It is a division un…

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S1E13: How cutting-edge firms interview candidates 28:11

2M ago28:11

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A tech and corporate veteran breaks down the intensive interview process at top firms. Synopsis: Every second Monday of the month, The Straits Times helps you put your career on the right footing from the outset. As skill demands and job complexity increase with economic advancement, so do employer needs as reflected in increasingly intensive job i…

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S1E120: Climate change only one of three ecological crises: Tommy Koh warns 15:21

3M ago15:21

15:21

In a storied career, the diplomat Professor Tommy Koh also chaired the Earth Summit in 1992 and negotiated the Law of the Sea. 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. The framers of the United Nations Convention on the Law…

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S1E31: Thai music, Thaksin, a ‘tattoo’: Thailand feels its way forward 19:07

3M ago19:07

19:07

Tan Tam Mei reflects on her time as Thailand correspondent, and looks ahead to how the country could navigate geopolitical and domestic politics. 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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The Complete Patagonia Collectors Guide W @sparebricks_ | Vintage N' Stuff Podcast Ep #127 47:00

3M ago47:00

47:00

Full ad Free Episode (Free Trial) - https://www.patreon.com/drewheifetz #vintage #patagonia Nick is an avid collector and connoisseur of the Patagonia brand and the history that comes with it. We dive super deep into it and unravel lots of misconceptions and go deep in discussing the product. There is so much valuable information dropped on this ep…

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