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Yah Lah But

Ministry of Funny

The most uncensored conversations about censorable things coming out from the much-censored country of Singapore. Hosted by Haresh & Terence from the comedy house Ministry of Funny.

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All Episodes

57:41

#468 - Lawrence Wong Dismisses Circuit Breaker Rumour...

Yah Lah But ·

2023/12/13

This week, DPM Lawrence Wong took to social media to dismiss rumours that the government is bringing back Circuit Breaker to curb rising COVID cases, as well as deepfakes of him promoting commercial products. What companies were using his image to promote their products? Elsewhere, a video of an SIA stewardess spoon-feeding a 5-year-old boy on a long haul flight has sparked mixed reactions online. Where is the line between good service and entitlement?Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB

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86:16

#467 ft. Soh Rui Yong - Missing the Asian Games,...

Yah Lah But ·

2023/12/11

Soh Rui Yong is BACK and shares his honest thoughts about being axed from the Asian Games and how he coped with it. He talked about his interactions with ex-SNOC chairman Tan Chuan Jin and the double standards involved. He also spoke about the challenges facing local sports, his first year as a married man and his plans for the future. He doesn’t hold back, so it gets pretty spicy. Heads up that this was recorded on 30 Nov 2023, a couple of days before he won the national title at the

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56:05

#466 - A Look Back at 2023’s Most “Triggering” YLB...

Yah Lah But ·

2023/12/08

This is our most “transparent” episode ever! In the spirit of the year end, we’re doing a review of our most “triggering” episodes from 2023 that covered cases where businesses, brands and even individuals were not as upfront as they could be. All of them led to backlash and claims of poor accountability, but what has happened since then? From MBS to DBS and Cai Png cafes to food bloggers, brace yourself to re-live these issues :) Our Sponsor, Lendela!Win a $50 shopping voucher by finishing

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76:44

#465 ft. Minister Shanmugam - The Israel-Hamas...

Yah Lah But ·

2023/12/06

Minister Shanmugam has been serving as Minister for Law since 2008 and Minister for Home Affairs since 2015. On his YLB debut, he shares his thoughts on the complicated nature of the conflict between Israel & Hamas, the balance between policy and public sentiment in view of the political controversies seen locally this year. He also talks about why POFMA has been useful from his POV, and what keeps him up at night about the future of Singapore.Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB

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58:25

#464 - River Valley High School Homicide Teen...

Yah Lah But ·

2023/12/04

The teen behind the RIver Valley High School death was sentenced to 16 years’ jail, prompting debates online about the term and severity of the punishment. Was it a fair result? Elsewhere, country clubs in Singapore have come under scrutiny when it was announced that Raffles Town Club’s land lease will not be renewed beyond 2026. Are country clubs still relevant in 2023?Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolklory If you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help

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60:58

#463 - Singapore Tied for World’s Most Expensive City...

Yah Lah But ·

2023/12/01

Recently, the Economist Intelligence Unit released a report that revealed Singapore to be tied for the world’s most expensive city alongside Zurich. Is this global #1 ranking worth celebrating? Elsewhere, Sembawang Town Council sealed off a void deck in response to complaints about kids playing football, triggering angry responses from some residents. What should they have done instead to curb the nuisance of kids playing football?Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB

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63:13

#462 - “Long Island” to Be Reclaimed off East Coast...

Yah Lah But ·

2023/11/29

The SG government announced that it is studying the feasibility of an ambitious new land reclamation project off the East Coast, named “Long Island”, which will change the face of East Coast Park forever. Do we really need that much more space? Elsewhere, a Chinese restaurant in Alexandra is facing backlash for charging for its cai png dishes by weight, leading to sticker shock from its patrons. Is there anything ethically wrong with their business model?Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB

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56:29

#461 - MAS Tightens Crypto Regulations & “Squid Game”...

Yah Lah But ·

2023/11/27

Last week, MAS moved to curb crypto speculation with a tightening of regulations around retail investors. Will this throw a spanner in Singapore’s plans of becoming a digital asset hub for the world? Elsewhere, 2 contestants from the reality TV show “Squid Game: The Challenge” are suing the Netflix production for inhumane conditions that allegedly led to them suffering hypothermia and nerve damage while filming. Is there any credence to their claims?Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB

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59:03

#460 - Parliament Passes Law for President to Hold...

Yah Lah But ·

2023/11/25

This past week, Parliament debated and ultimately passed a law that allows the President and Ministers to hold international roles in their private capacity. They even backdated the law to Tharman’s inauguration date, prompting questions from Opposition MPs about the urgency of the constitutional change. Why the rush? Elsewhere, a private-hire driver clocked 22 hours of driving within a day to win a peer-organised competition. Can anyone be a safe driver after being on the road for 22

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60:36

#459 - Shanmugam Takes Issue with ST Op-ed on...

Yah Lah But ·

2023/11/22

A recent Straits Times op-ed on the Israel-Hamas war, written by retired senior diplomat Bilahari Kausikan, triggered a response from Minister for Home Affairs K Shanmugam, who disagreed with Bilahari’s views, and also directed people to read another op-ed with a differing perspective. Why was there a need for a Minister to come forward and push back on a paywall-blocked op-ed accessible only to ST subscribers? Elsewhere, Marina Bay Sands is going all in on Taylor Swift mania with their VIP

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56:52

#458 - Deepavali “Litter-Free” Banner Removed &...

Yah Lah But ·

2023/11/14

A Deepavali banner that asked revellers to clean up after themselves caused disquiet on social media, prompting the MP in charge of the area to remove the sign to avoid misunderstandings. Was it really necessary to get rid of the banner? Also, in-person social mixers are becoming popular among Singapore youth, in a strange reversion to a world before social media and Tinder. Why are we heading back in that direction?Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeOur Folklory Christmas

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54:26

#457 - No Symbols of Israel-Hamas War Allowed & Can...

Yah Lah But ·

2023/11/08

The Ministry of Home Affairs reminded the public that displaying or wearing symbols linked to the Israel-Hamas war is an offence punishable with jail time. Why the need for such strict policing? Elsewhere this week, a new law was proposed that would allow the President and ministers to hold roles in foreign and international organisations in their private capacities. Why has this come up suddenly?Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeOur Folklory Christmas CassetteWe’ve

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60:43

#456 - PM Lee Reveals When Lawrence Wong Will Take...

Yah Lah But ·

2023/11/06

At a PAP Conference over the weekend, PM Lee revealed the timeline for PAP’s leadership succession plans. What was interesting about his announcement, and Lawrence Wong’s speech as the incoming PM? Elsewhere, people were up in arms over the inclusion of Japanese sex toy giant Tenga at Singapore’s largest anime festival, scheduled for the end of November. Why the commotion?Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeOur Folklory Christmas CassetteWe’ve launched this limited edition

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53:27

#455 - DBS Not Allowed to Make New Acquisitions &...

Yah Lah But ·

2023/11/03

As part of the penalties for the recent outage of DBS’ digital services, MAS will disallow DBS from making new acquisitions for 6 months. Will this really help restore confidence in the bank? Elsewhere, it was first reported that a lucky Swiftie between the age of 13-35 will be selected to watch Taylor Swift in concert alongside Senior Minister of State Mr Tan Kiat How, as part of a youth festival competition. However, the promotion was hastily amended on Friday morning to remove the

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66:34

#454 - The Israel-Hamas Conflict & Controversy Over...

Yah Lah But ·

2023/11/01

We wade into the complex Israel-Hamas war, and talk about why opinions in Singapore are so charged and divided. Elsewhere, a photo of an Indonesian coffee shop that won an international photography competition was alleged to have been staged, calling into question the ethics of the photographer and the competence of the judges. Who’s wrong?Find us here!YLB Subreddit YLB TikTok YLB IGYLB YouTube(After) Life SupportTime to binge! Ep10, the final episode, drops this week!Make sure to “Follow”

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85:15

#453 ft. Xenia Tan and Farah Lola From (After) Life...

Yah Lah But ·

2023/10/30

Actresses Xenia Tan and Farah Lola join us in the YLB studio to talk about acting in our horror-comedy podcast series (After) Life Support, their personal spooky encounters at work or on livestreams, plus why visiting a haunted house is a great way to find a significant other.Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTube(After) Life SupportIt’s time to binge! The last episode of the series drops this Friday, so catch the first 9 eps before Halloween!Make sure to “Follow” on

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71:01

#452 - Banks and Telcos to Share Responsibility for...

Yah Lah But ·

2023/10/27

A recent consultation paper by iMDA and MAS proposed a framework for banks and telcos to take a share of the responsibility in scam victims’ losses. Why was this surprising to us? Elsewhere, Manchester United player Alejandro Garnacho was caught up in a furore over a gorilla emoji he used in a social media post praising his Cameroonian teammate, André Onana.Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTube(After) Life SupportEp9, the penultimate episode, drops this week! Follow to get

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57:01

#451 - Singaporeans Catch Up on Sleep While on...

Yah Lah But ·

2023/10/25

A recent survey found that 2 in 3 Singaporeans go on vacation with the goal of making up for their sleep debt. What does this say about our stress levels? Elsewhere, it was announced that Prince William will try dragon boating when he next visits Singapore in November. What other activities should he try while he’s here?Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTube(After) Life SupportEp9, the penultimate episode, drops this week! Follow to get notified when the climatic finale to

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83:23

#450 ft. Ghost Maps Podcast - Are Southeast Asian...

Yah Lah But ·

2023/10/21

Kyle and Wayne, the creators of the Ghost Maps podcast, join us to talk about all things paranormal. We discuss why people want to believe in ghosts, where the most haunted places in Singapore are, and why you should eat at mamak stalls after visiting a cemetery.Find us here!YLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTube(After) Life SupportEp8 of our horror comedy audio series is out now, and it’s our most international episode yet! And a big twist at the end featuring an old friend…Make sure to

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67:12

#449 - Will Grab, Trans-cab Merger Lessen...

Yah Lah But ·

2023/10/18

This past week, Singapore’s competition watchdog pumped the brakes on the Grab-Trans-cab merger, voicing concerns over how Trans-cab taxi drivers’ usage of other ride-hailing platforms would be affected. Would this merger really lessen competition in the industry? Elsewhere, the Foodpanda CEO was shown the door after allegations of leaking confidential information on a potential sale of the company to Grab. We go through the unfortunate sequence of events and Whatsapp messages between him

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