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On The Mic with Yahoo Singapore Podcast

"On The Mic" is Yahoo Singapore's brand new podcast show. We speak to guests from all walks of life to tap their brains on the latest issues. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Tackling addiction in Singapore: Interview with Andrew da Roza

    10/01/2021

    Tackling addiction in Singapore: Interview with Andrew da Roza

    In this episode we spoke with addictions psychotherapist Andrew da Roza about addiction and how it's treated. We spoke about the types of addiction normally encountered in Singapore and the myths surrounding addiction. He also shared his views on what governments can do to help curb addiction rates in their countries. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    43 min
  2. Stories from the sex industry: Interview with Gerrie Lim

    04/12/2020

    Stories from the sex industry: Interview with Gerrie Lim

    In this episode, we spoke with journalist and author Gerrie Lim about his new book, Scarlet Harlot: My Double Life, which is a firsthand account of a young Singaporean escorts experiences in the local sex industry. We also discussed his many years of experience covering the sex trade both in the US and Singapore. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    38 min
  3. Probing Singapore's general elections: Interview with Bertha Henson

    27/11/2020

    Probing Singapore's general elections: Interview with Bertha Henson

    In this episode, we spoke with veteran journalist Bertha Henson about her new book, "GE2020: Fair Or Foul?". We also discussed her views on the state of Singapore's media scene, the country's political future and her journey into journalism. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    53 min
  4. It 'takes a village' to run an indie cinema: Interview with The Projector's Prashant Somosundram

    19/11/2020

    It 'takes a village' to run an indie cinema: Interview with The Projector's Prashant Somosundram

    In this episode, we spoke with Prashant Somosundram. He's the general manager of The Projector, one of Singapore's most popular independent cinemas. We talked about how The Projector differentiates itself from other cinemas, what it takes to run the place and how its fared amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    30 min
  5. Looking deeply at big topics: Interview with Sonny Liew

    06/11/2020

    Looking deeply at big topics: Interview with Sonny Liew

    In this episode, we spoke with award-winning cartoonist Sonny Liew about his upcoming works, his journey into comics and his views on being an artist in Singapore. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    35 min
  6. 'I'd choose being heard over being liked': Interview with Louis Ng

    16/10/2020

    'I'd choose being heard over being liked': Interview with Louis Ng

    In this episode, we spoke with Nee Soon GRC MP Louis Ng. He's an activist as well as a politician, and we chatted about his NGO roots, the strategies he has picked up for getting his way in Parliament and his reputation for being a "woke" MP. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    27 min
  7. Revamping the PAP: Interview with Cherian George and Donald Low

    09/10/2020

    Revamping the PAP: Interview with Cherian George and Donald Low

    In this episode, we speak with media academic Cherian George and economist Donald Low about their new book "PAP vs PAP", in which they call for the ruling People's Action Party to seriously consider internal reforms – both for its own sake and for the greater good of Singapore. Pre-orders for the book can be placed here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    48 min

  8. 08/08/2020

    Environmental Lessons From The COVID-19 Pandemic

    Our guest for this episode is Janissa Ng from the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF). We spoke about the COVID-19 pandemic's impact on society and the environment, the lessons we can learn from it as well as how individuals can contribute towards the fight against climate change. This interview was conducted prior to the 2020 General Election. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    29 min
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"On The Mic" is Yahoo Singapore's brand new podcast show. We speak to guests from all walks of life to tap their brains on the latest issues. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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