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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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16:01

Optimising work spaces

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2024/06/03

Workplaces are more than just mere physical spaces - they embody the essence of a holistic work environment. By blending hybrid work models with remote strategies, one company is seeking to spearhead dynamic workplace environments by seamlessly integrating biophilic design, advanced technologies, and comprehensive workplace solutions. Work It's Stanley Leong and Cheryl Goh speak with Gina Toh, CEO of ISS Facilities - a workplace experience and facility management company.See omnystudio.com/listener

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12:59

Monday Reset: How to find a low maintenance vehicle...

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2024/06/03

Khairil Anwar, Director, Juzz Performance gives Asia First’s Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman a 101 lesson on maintaining a vehicle by learning nifty tips and tricks to ensure they stay in good shape, and how to pick one that won’t break your bank through unnecessary fixes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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15:05

Will we ever have harmony between cyclists and drivers?

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2024/06/03

Recent data shows groups of cyclists here flouting rules, Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman speak with Tan Liang Cheng, Team Force Riders on Asia First. They find out what challenges cyclists face here, and if harmony between them and drivers can ever be achieved on this World Bicycle Day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:40

Ukraine’s Zelenskyy faces China in a drop-in at the...

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2024/06/03

Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy made an unplanned visit to Singapore for the Shangri-La Dialogue to face China head-on and seek support to help end the war against Russia. We discuss the challenges Beijing is dealt with in balancing its ambition to be a global mediator, while maintaining its friendly ties with Moscow. Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman speak with Dr Cédomir Nestorovic, Professor of Geopolitics and Islamic Business, ESSEC Business School on Asia First for more.See

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8:23

War in Gaza: Biden puts a deal on the table, who will...

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2024/06/03

In his most decisive move yet, US President Joe Biden lays out a three-phase roadmap offered by Israel, urging Hamas to take it and bring an end to the war in Gaza. Does he hold the key to getting Benjamin Netanyahu and Hamas’ leaders to come to an agreement? Asia First’s Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman speak with Dr Eyal Mayroz, Senior Lecturer, Peace and Conflict Studies, The University of Sydney to find out more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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16:47

#TalkBack: Are Singaporeans ready for AI-driven...

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2024/05/31

On #TalkBack, Singapore Today's Lance Alexander and Daniel Martin speak with Associate Professor Guan Chong, Director, SUSS Academy, about whether Singaporeans are ready for AI-driven customer support.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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14:33

Shangri-La Dialogue's role in addressing global...

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2024/05/31

Singapore Today's Lance Alexander and Daniel Martin speak with Dr Lim Tai Wei, Adjunct Senior Research Fellow, East Asian Institute, National University of Singapore, about the role of the Shangri-La Dialogue in addressing global security concerns.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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13:38

Toxic textiles in fast fashion and the harms you...

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2024/05/31

Authorities in Seoul, South Korea have detected harmful levels of chemicals in products sold by Chinese mega e-tailer Shein. However, studies have found that many of our clothes and lifestyle accessories from across the apparel industry contain high levels of such substances – some we may not even know about – have been disrupting our bodies’ biology over the years. Asia First’s Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman speak with Professor Graham Peaslee, Department of Physics & Astronomy; Concurrent

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7:25

The last mile: India’s marathon election comes to its...

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2024/05/31

India enters the final stage of its seven-phase voting process on 1 June, with the results expected on 4 June. The state of Uttar Pradesh – the most populous and the only state that has voted in all seven stages – is in focus in this historic mammoth election and could be the key to an unprecedented third term for Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman look ahead of India’s last polling day with Dr Karthik Nachiappan, Institute of South Asian Studies, NUSSee

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10:32

Trump found guilty in hush money trial. Can he still...

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2024/05/30

Donald Trump has become the first former US president to be a convicted felon, after a New York jury found him guilty of all 34 counts in a hush money trial. But Jared Mondschein, Director of Research, The United States Studies Centre told Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman on Asia First that even if he does get the maximum 4-year sentence, he could still run for president from prison. And while Trump is likely to appeal the verdict, it's too early to tell if the case -- the smallest of all his other

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20:51

Local acting veterans' Hollywood break

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2024/05/30

Singapore Today's Daniel Martin and Justine Moss speak with local acting veterans Lim Kay Siu and Mathialagan Manikkam about breaking into Hollywood.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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13:20

Potential implications of turbulence on air travel

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2024/05/30

Singapore Today's Daniel Martin and Justine Moss speak with Dr Dhrubajyoti Samanta, Senior Research Fellow, Earth Observatory of Singapore, Nanyang Technological University and Shukor Yusof, Founder and CEO, Endau Analytics, about the potential implications of turbulence on air travel.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:40

Official launch of HDB's new resale flat listing service

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2024/05/30

Singapore Today's Daniel Martin and Justine Moss speak with Vairavan Shanmugam, Data Analyst, Ohmyhome, about the official launch of the HDB's new resale flat listing service, and how it will help ease local housing transactions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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17:12

NLB and UNIQLO UTme! T-shirts and Playbrary

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2024/05/30

Melanie Oliveiro finds out more about how book lovers and library enthusiasts can explore different ways to appreciate books. When it comes to exploring books in the virtual world, Chris Koh, Programme Director, National Reading Movement, National Library Board will talk about Playbrary an initiative by the NLB to encourage more people to read more through gamification. Koh will also discuss where in town book lovers can go to get eight exclusive T-shirt designs inspired by local books like

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33:04

GaiGai

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2024/05/30

Melanie Oliveiro finds out about the culture of dating and matchmaking in modern day Singapore. Alex Tam, CEO of GaiGai, a local dating agency will talk about dating trends, the top traits single Singaporeans seek in partners and virtual dating – among other topics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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33:23

Arun Rosiah: the journey of a cancer...

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2024/05/30

Melanie Oliveiro speaks with Arun Rosiah on his journey of being a cancer survivor-turned-senior-fashion-model. The 60-year-old father and personal trainer will discuss how he achieved his lifelong dream of becoming a fashion model after battling with stage 3 colorectal cancer. He’ll also talk about his experiences joining Manhunt Singapore 2021 and what it was like being the oldest finalist at 57 years old. Arun will also have tips and advice for those battling cancer.See omnystudio.com/listener

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15:14

Print is not dead… yet

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2024/05/30

Publishers, collectors, readers believe zines and print magazines will stick around despite how digitally connected and dependent we are today. They liken the survival of print material to that of vinyl and insist people are still drawn to the tactility of the medium and the physical connections it fosters. But is having a community of magazine lovers enough to keep it alive? Asia First's Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman ask a passionate hobbyist Timothy Stuart Wee, zine collector & lecturer in

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15:01

Port congestion & shipping delays: why the impact to...

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2024/05/30

Shipment delays in Singapore have more than doubled, hit by a shortage of ships and containers, and congestion at ports. Asia First's Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman find out how this could translate into higher prices for consumers as a supply chain crisis looms with Jayendu Krishna, Director and Deputy Head, Drewry Maritime AdvisorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:24

The set-up for the Shangri-La Dialogue 2024

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2024/05/30

The 2024 instalment of the Shangri-La Dialogue takes place against the backdrop of another war added from the previous year, slow progress in US-China relationship repair and emerging latticework defence alliances. On Asia First, Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman get an assessment of the possible outcomes and challenges from this year’s defence summit, which will also see a meeting between the US and China defence chiefs. They speak with Stephen R. Nagy, Senior Associate Professor, Department of

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18:37

Artazzle

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2024/05/29

Melanie Oliveiro finds out where art lovers can go to view the exhibition “Indian Art Marvels: Celebrating Icons On Canvas”. Soon to be held at ION Orchard, “Indian Art Marvels” features the works of eight top contemporary and award-winning artists that aim to display the richness and diversity of Indian art. With these artworks, ARTAZZLE founder Shikha Sharma will take listeners on a journey of India seen through the artists’ eyes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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