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26/10/2022

Should companies give away their profits to save the planet? | EP 16

Patagonia’s founder Yvon Chouinard has announced that he is giving away his company to fight climate change. But corporations are built around the idea of maximising shareholder wealth. As the climate crisis deepens, do we need to rethink how businesses are fundamentally being run? Julie Yoo gets some answers from Jessica Cheam, founder of Eco-Business. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20/10/2024

Multiple side hustles or a 9-to-5?

Balancing multiple jobs might seem overwhelming, but for some, side hustles offer autonomy and freedom a traditional 9-to-5 job cannot. Tiffany Ang and Gerald Tan speak with 40-year-old Alvin Ong, who has four side gigs, for his advice on what to consider before embracing this career path. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
31/03/2023

Am I a bad parent … because I work full-time?

April Leong, 40, was climbing the career ladder in the tech industry - but she was struggling with leaving her two young children in the care of her helper. She opens up about how she made a drastic decision to walk away from it all - only to be swamped with a different kind of guilt. If you’ve got a view on the topic or a story idea for future episodes, reach out at cnainsider@mediacorp.com.sg. Credits:Host: Lianne ChiaSound Design: Jonathan YeoAssistance: Ko’e TanSupervising Editors: Yvonne Lim and Crispina Robert Support the show: https://www.channelnewsasia.com/listen See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23/11/2025

How will lunch breaks make you better at your job?

Having lunch while working may be a common practice, experts warn that there could be health risks. This habit may also have the opposite effect of lowering productivity too. CNA TODAY journalist Tang Jia Wen shares with Nat Fetalvero why a small mid-day break can have huge payoffs at work. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
22 mar

Can mature workers make your team stronger?

As workplaces grow more age-diverse, balancing experience with fresh ideas is increasingly important. Gerald Tan and Nat Fetalvero speak with Hindran, a 67-year-old caseworker at Kampong Kapor Community Services, and centre head Bavani Pillai on how intergenerational teams can strengthen workplace culture without slowing operations. This episode of Work It is brought to you by the Ministry of Manpower. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
13/07/2025

Crushing the internship and landing a full-time job

In an increasingly competitive job market, it’s not enough to secure a good internship. Your performance during the stint is a crucial stepping stone to nailing that full-time job. So what do you need to do to impress potential employers? Ho Zhi Hui, co-founder of Skilio, a startup matching up students with companies breaks it down. This episode was recorded live at Ngee Ann Polytechnic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
6 ene

How safe is Japan's nuclear comeback?

Japan plans to restart the world's biggest nuclear plant, Kashiwazaki-Kariwa, sending nuclear power back to Tokyo and its surrounding prefectures for the first time since the 2011 Fukushima accident. The plant has been offline for more than a decade amid safety concerns and mistrust of operator TEPCO. Supporters say Japan needs the energy. Critics argue that the risks remain. Genevieve Woo speaks with Senior Correspondent Michiyo Ishida to find out if Japan is ready to deal with any nuclear fallout. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
12/02/2025

Signs that my colleague is going to quit

You suspect that your colleague is about to throw in his resignation letter and this will impact your work. What are the signs so that you can be mentally prepared for his departure? Have a work-related question to ask a career counsellor? Email us at cnapodcasts [at] mediacorp.com.sg See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
17/02/2025

MT Explains: Do you really need an integrated shield plan rider?

Ever bought an insurance policy only to have your agent ask if you would like to add on a rider for extra cost? In this week’s Money Talks Explains, Samuel Low from Income Insurance tells Andrea Heng what to consider before adding an integrated shield plan (IP) rider to your insurance policy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
21/07/2025

Age of Anxiety: What’s driving the youth mental health crisis in Singapore? (Part 1)

It was the call that all parents dread – news that his 17-year-old son took his life. Five years on, “Sean” still grapples with the reasons why. The reality is that one in three young people in Singapore experience significant mental health challenges. What’s driving these numbers? Crispina Robert goes in search of answers and speaks to people living through their own darkness and professionals on the frontlines. WHERE TO SEEK HELP If you or someone you know is struggling and needs support, please consider reaching out to one of the helplines below. Youthline: +65 6436 6612 (call), 8533 9460 (text) and over email at hello@youthline.sg. Youthline provides free mental health support to youth via phone, email or a live chat service. It runs from 9am to midnight daily. Calls outside of operating hours are redirected to Samaritans of Singapore or the Singapore Civil Defence Force for emergency medical services. Samaritans of Singapore: 1767 (call), 9151 1767 (WhatsApp text) and over email at pat@sos.org.sg. Samaritans of Singapore provides round-the-clock confidential emotional support for individuals in crisis, thinking about or affected by suicide. The call and text-based services are operational 24 hours a day, every day of the week. National Mindline: 1771 (call), 6669 1771 (WhatsApp) and through online webchat on the http://mindline.sg/fsmh website. This is a round-the-clock confidential national-level helpline. Beyond immediate counselling, those who require more support can be directed to the appropriate care and resources. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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