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Daily Cuts

The best interviews from CNA 938 on current affairs, health, entertainment and money, curated daily The views and opinions shared during this podcast series are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Mediacorp Pte. Ltd. or its group of companies.

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32:18

Absence: The 7-Step Process Unfolds Onstage

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2024/06/20

Melanie Oliveiro speaks to Lee Lee Lim, General Manager of Collective Perspectives and playwright Stepanie Fam about two upcoming productions. ‘Absence’ is about two souls, separated by time, distance, and circumstance, as they navigate the seven steps of absence. They’ll also discuss ‘Infinite Beats’ where Muhammad Arshad Fawwaz, diagnosed with ADHD and ASD, shares his struggles and triumphs through passionate performances by himself and guest artistes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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15:28

Foreign domestic workers, their salaries and the need...

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2024/06/20

What are the rights of our foreign domestic workers when it comes to their salaries, and how might they seek supplementary income while they’re already employed? Asia First clears the air on the issue, arising on the back of reports concerning maids and issues with their salaries. Andrea Heng and Susan Ng speak with K Jayaprema, President, Association of Employment Agencies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:02

When home is no longer home: Number of displaced...

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2024/06/20

The latest Global Trends Report by the UN refugee agency (UNHCR) shows historically high levels of forced displacement worldwide to 120 million as of May 2024, marking the 12th consecutive annual increase – a result of ongoing crises and newly emerging and evolving conflicts. What will it take to see more positive data in the years to come? Asia First's Andrea Heng and Susan Ng speak with Linda Briskman, Margaret Whitlam Chair of Social Work, Social Work & Communities, Western Sydney

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12:46

Renovating your home or office? Make sure your...

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2024/06/20

Most interior designers or IDs come highly recommended through word of mouth, community referrals and supposedly credible business reviews. Yet many are still found to be errant and get away with delivering bad outcomes. A local accreditation scheme hopes to change the fates of nightmare renovations and turn them into dream experiences instead. Asia First's Andrea Heng and Susan Ng speak with Tung Ching Yew, President, Society of Interior Designers Singapore.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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8:06

A bolder Philippines tests China in the South China Sea

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2024/06/20

Tensions between China and the Philippines have escalated into altercations at the South China Sea in recent days. Asia First studies Manila’s bolder moves in the disputed waters, analyse China’s retaliatory options and question the possibility of direct US involvement in the conflict. Andrea Heng and Susan Ng speak with Einar Tangen, Senior Fellow, Taihe Institute & Founder, Asia Narratives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:24

The cost of Thailand’s approval of same-sex marriage

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2024/06/20

Thailand has approved same-sex marriage – the first and only southeast Asian nation to do so. How did it get here? Asia First takes a look at the tangible benefits, the next chapter for the country and the potential reactions from conservative groups in Thailand. Andrea Heng and Susan Ng speak with Tinnaphop Sinsomboonthong, Assistant Professor, Thammasat University.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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32:36

A Letter to Myself: Syamlia's journey away from drugs...

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2024/06/19

Syamlia is a peer leader with the Singapore Anti-Narcotics Association. During her rehabilitation, she overheard a conversation about drugs being sold to a primary school student — and that shook the mother of three. Be inspired as she courageously shares her "harsh but necessary" experience at the Drug Rehabilitation Centre, the turning point in her fight against drugs, and the love that sustains her journey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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18:33

#TalkBack: Are you concerned your domestic helper may...

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2024/06/19

On #TalkBack, Singapore Today's Lance Alexander and Daniel Martin speak with Jaya Anil Kumar, Senior Manager (Research and Advocacy), Humanitarian Organization for Migration Economics (HOME) and Jeffrey Wong, Director, Jforce Employment Service, about whether you should be afraid if your domestic helper moonlights.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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13:59

Why Singapore's fifteen-year-olds do not feel creative

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2024/06/19

Singapore Today's Lance Alexander and Daniel Martin speak with Associate Professor Jason Tan, National Institute of Education (NIE) – Policy, Curriculum and Leadership, about why some of Singapore's fifteen-year-olds do not feel they are creative.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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18:13

How marine life and businesses are impacted by the...

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2024/06/19

Singapore Today's Lance Alexander and Daniel Martin speak with Stephen Beng, Chair of the Friends of Marine Park community, about how marine creatures and businesses have been impacted by the Pasir Panjang Terminal oil spill.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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21:05

Mario's Travels: From Iceland to Botswana

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2024/06/19

Melanie Oliveiro speaks with Mário Braz de Matos, co-founder and managing partner of Flying Fish Lab, a branding and identity agency in Singapore. Mario – who has travelled to 70 countries so far – will talk about his holidays to Iceland in a camper van, Botswana – exploring the Okavango Delta during the annual flooding and Papua New Guinea’s West Papua region, where he did a spot of diving in the Raja Ampat Islands. Mario will also talk about trends he’s noticed, when it concerns sustainable

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32:38

Musical Touch: Walking Down The Aisle With Alvin Khoo

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2024/06/19

Melanie Oliveiro speaks with Alvin Khoo, founder of Musical Touch – a company that specialises in live performances for events and weddings. Khoo will talk about why he set up Musical Touch and the state of today’s wedding events industry. He’ll also discuss how he nurtures other musicians/singers as well as how he was mentored by industry legends like Grammy nominee Bill Elliot and award-winning composer Kurt Biederwolf. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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19:37

Exploring The Landscapes of Azerbaijan with Pamela Loh

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2024/06/19

Melanie Oliveiro speaks to travel content writer Pamela Loh about her recent trip to the Caucasus region. Today's conversation centres around Azerbaijan. She tells us more about its fascinating landscape and the practices of mountainous people there. For more, you can check her out @pamgoestravelling.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:58

Singapore oil spill: The long-term impact on our waters

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2024/06/19

As clean-up efforts continue on the oil slick coating Singapore’s southern coast, Asia First takes a closer look at the potential long-term effects of the petrochemicals on our waters and the determinants that would make it safe for us to return to water activities. Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman speak with Professor Shane Snyder, Editor-in-Chief, Environmental Science and Technology Water, American Chemical Society. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:24

The differences between Asian and Western films

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2024/06/19

Thai film How to Make Millions Before Grandma Dies is gaining viral acclaim for being a major tearjerker – it’s even touted as the current number 1 film in Singapore. Familial tones with messages of filial piety are typical characteristics of Asian films – but what’s in our cinematic formula that sets our films apart from Western movies? Asia First's Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman speak with Rachel Ho, film critic and founder, The Asian Cut. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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31:30

A Letter to Myself: How buses gave Matthew Tay a...

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2024/06/18

At 25 years of age, Matthew Tay may very well be Singapore's youngest bus interchange supervisor. He discovered his love for public buses over two decades ago. His unique passion didn't always make it easy to fit in. But Matthew followed his heart rather than what others expected of him. Listen in as Matthew shares his story of conviction, courage, and community.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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28:56

YAØ: The Rising Star on the Block

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2024/06/18

Melanie Oliveiro speaks with YAØ, whose music covers hip-hop, new wave pop and Japanese City Pop. He also won the first-ever Singapore Youth Music Awards’ ‘New Kid on the Block’ category. YAØ will talk about his latest singles, ‘Come Back’ and ‘Life Goes On’, discuss working with other local singer-songwriters, and his journey to Japan to collaborate with a music producer there.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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35:26

Waves of Change: Advancing Singapore's Water...

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2024/06/18

Melanie Oliveiro speaks with a local water business founder and entrepreneur – both who have gained reputation and influence in the international water industry. Hydroleap’s founder Dr. Mohammad Sherafatmand and InnovEng’s business owner Evelyn Tan will discuss trends in Singapore-centric wastewater treatment, enhancing water sustainability, treatment technologies and new innovations in smart water monitoring.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:54

Challenges in oil spill clean-up efforts

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2024/06/18

Singapore Today's Lance Alexander and Daniel Martin speak with Sue Ye, Founder, Marine Stewards, about the challenges involved in an oil spill clean-up efforts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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17:48

Could touching or feeding wild birds lead to bird flu...

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2024/06/18

Singapore Today's Lance Alexander and Daniel Martin speak with Joe Kam, Wildlife Specialist, JK Wildlife and Dr Sanjeev Shanker, Emergency Medicine Specialist running the Urgent Care Clinic at StarMed Specialist Centre, about whether touching or feeding wild birds could lead to bird flu infection.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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