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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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67:22

#288 - Names of trainee lawyers who cheated revealed...

Yah Lah But ·

2022/05/01

In a stunning reversal, a High Court Judge publicly released the names of 6 trainee lawyers who had been caught cheating in the Bar exam. Is the punishment commensurate with the crime? Also, a former Grab driver accused of attempted rape of his intoxicated 19-year-old passenger in 2018 was acquitted. Contrary to what you might expect from the circumstantial evidence, a large number of online commentators agreed with the judge’s decision. We discuss what led to this verdict and why. Our

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58:29

#287 - Most workers still prefer flexible work...

Yah Lah But ·

2022/04/26

According to a recent IPS working paper, a majority of workers prefer to continue flexible work arrangements going forward, even as Singapore lifts its COVID restrictions. What will employers need to look out for in these results? Elsewhere, Netflix announced its first decline in subscribers, and at the same time also revealed that they will be launching an ad-supported tier of subscription. What does that mean for today’s paying customers? WIll we all be required to Netflix and chill over

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65:10

#286 - Singaporean draws flak for singing worship...

Yah Lah But ·

2022/04/21

A recent video featuring a Singaporean man, Jonathan Neo, singing a Christian worship song in the middle of a flight has gone viral, with critics and detractors calling for tolerance from the other side. What do we make of both sides’ arguments? Closer to home, an ugly spat between a clinic assistant and an irate customer spilled onto social media when CCTV footage showed the mother throwing items in the clinic, and the assistant responding by kicking a stroller. Who was in the wrong? Find

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59:16

#285 - F&B industry faces manpower shortage & boy...

Yah Lah But ·

2022/04/19

In line with Singapore’s nightlife industry opening up, we go through an opinion piece about the F&B industry’s woes in increasing productivity amidst a manpower crunch. Are AI kitchens and robot servers the way forward? Also, we discuss the viral image of a grandmother helping her grandson urinate into a bottle in the open at Tiong Bahru Plaza’s food court. Do we have a right to be outraged? Find us here! Our YLB Subreddit for detailed show notes and mindblowing discussions YLB's

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69:36

#284 - Lawrence Wong primed as next PM & Elon Musk...

Yah Lah But ·

2022/04/16

We discuss the bombshell announcement that caught everyone by surprise, right before the long weekend: Lawrence Wong has been anointed the leader of the 4G leadership in the Government. Was it really a surprise though? How are the other candidates reacting to the news? Elsewhere, Elon Musk’s flirtations with Twitter came to a head when he announced an audacious bid to acquire the public company for $43 billion USD. What 4D chess game is Musk playing? And more importantly, why? Find us

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58:54

#283 - Viral video of accident sparks debate about...

Yah Lah But ·

2022/04/14

Another viral CCTV video showing a collision between an errant cyclist and an unsuspecting pedestrian has once again renewed calls for greater regulation of cyclists. Is there a deeper reason why we haven’t nipped the problem of dangerous cyclists in the bud? Also, investigations of PAP’s ex-candidate Ivan Lim have been completed, and it appears that he’s been cleared of any wrongdoing. Still, what will this mean for his potential candidacy as a Member of Parliament? Surfshark Get Surfshark

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41:29

#282 - PM Lee warns US about Russia-Ukraine war &...

Yah Lah But ·

2022/04/12

In a dialogue with The Wall Street Journal editorial board in early April, PM Lee warned that the US should not define the war in Ukraine as a battle between democracies and autocracies, as that would immediately place China on the defensive. This was just one of many truth bombs he dropped; what other interesting nuggets of knowledge did he share? Closer to home, Malaysian influencer and Penthouse cover model Pui Yi had to apologize for wearing the traditional Vietnamese dress, the ao dai,

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57:19

#281 - S’poreans more open to non-Chinese PM &...

Yah Lah But ·

2022/04/04

According to a study conducted by the Institute of Policy Studies (IPS) and CNA, Singaporeans have become more open to having a non-Chinese prime minister or president. Having just appeared in the topically-relevant CNA documentary “Regardless of Race”, we break down the study’s findings and figure out what it means for our future. In the United States, a Minnesota-based eBay seller was discovered to have life-sized LKY wax figures for sale, at a cool $15,900 USD each. We speculate who

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92:26

#280 - Dr Janil Puthucheary dissects our appearance...

Yah Lah But ·

2022/04/01

It was a real pleasure this week to have Dr Janil Puthucheary, Chairman of OnePeople.sg and Senior Minister of State at MCI, swing by the YLB studio for a chat. We speak to him about his experience helming the CNA documentary, “Regardless of Race” (which we also appeared in), the secret MP’s football team, and even discuss whether Will Smith should be punished! Find us here! Our YLB Subreddit for detailed show notes and mindblowing discussions YLB's TikTok us dancing. 'nuff said Our YLB

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67:39

#279 - Will Smith slaps Chris Rock at Oscars & Omega...

Yah Lah But ·

2022/03/30

The slap that was heard around the world! By now, everyone has heard or has aired an opinion about whether Will Smith slapping comedian Chris Rock at this year’s Oscars ceremony is justifiable. We discuss why it’s not a straightforward answer. In SG, chaos ensued at Swatch stores due to the large crowds that queued to buy the Omega x Swatch moonswatch collaboration. Why the crazy hype for this non-limited release? Find us here! Our YLB Subreddit for detailed show notes and mindblowing

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62:59

#278 - POFMA issued to Wake Up SG over KKH...

Yah Lah But ·

2022/03/28

Late on Sunday night, the government issued a POFMA direction correction to Wake Up Singapore regarding the alleged story of a miscarriage that occured under KKH’s watch. What is the general sentiment towards Wake Up Singapore now that the truth is out? Also, an opinion piece on Mothership about wedding ang bao market rates triggered fierce debates online; $370 for a dinner at Capella Hotel? Can we replace ang baos with gifts? We discuss these questions and more. SURFSHARK Get Surfshark

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70:37

#277 - Singapore eases COVID restrictions & Tung Lok...

Yah Lah But ·

2022/03/25

On Thursday, PM Lee announced the easing of COVID restrictions in Singapore, most notably the limit on group sizes and the mask mandate outdoors. We discuss some of these measures and how people are feeling about them. Elsewhere, the restaurant group Tung Lok shamed one of its customers on social media after he ordered and refused to pay for his dish, an Irish duck; the customer allegedly disputed the exact origins of the duck. What the duck? We discuss why this might not have been the best

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57:49

#276 - Transgender swimmer Lia Thomas sparks fierce...

Yah Lah But ·

2022/03/22

Lia Thomas, a transgender collegiate athlete from the US, sparked fierce debates this past week when she competed in and won several women’s events at a NCAA swimming competition. Many called this a moment of change for the sport, while others were appealing for the NCAA to disallow transgender athletes from competing in women’s sports entirely. How can one talk about this dicey issue without getting cancelled? Also, in response to McDonald’s pulling out of Russia in protest of their

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58:13

#275 - Kanye West’s IG suspended for using racial...

Yah Lah But ·

2022/03/17

The Kim-Kanye-Pete controversy took a dark turn when Kanye West used a racial slur to attack Trevor Noah, which led to the suspension of his IG account. Wait, what Kim-Kanye-Pete controversy; why are we even talking about this celebrity feud? Is it really newsworthy or is there something deeper to discuss? Closer to home, otters went on a killing spree in Yio Chu Kang and decimated a private pond of its population of 8 koi and 50 goldfish. Coupled with recent sightings of otters in town,

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61:06

#274 - M’sia politicians drag Singapore into Umno...

Yah Lah But ·

2022/03/14

In the run up to the Johor state elections last weekend, Malaysian politicians went back and forth about whether Singapore would have been more or less developed if it was under Umno’s rule. Why was Singapore dragged into this debate between political rivals? Elsewhere, at her second round match at the tennis tournament, the Indian Wells Masters, Naomi Osaka was reduced to tears by a fan shouting “Naomi, you suck!” Severely rattled, she ended up losing the match, and raised the question:

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69:18

#273 - Can Singapore work with honour-based MC system...

Yah Lah But ·

2022/03/11

As we move beyond the pandemic, can the no-MC-needed sick leave policy that many employers have been practising still continue into the future? Also, the UK government sanctions Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich for his close ties to the Kremlin, but is this fair for the fans of the club? Support our Folklory journey towards 100 customers in 100 days! We'll help you turn your favourite memories into personal podcasts! The Folklore Issue #1 Folklory on Instagram (coming soon) Find us here! Our

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57:25

#272 - Uniqlo defends decision to stay in Russia &...

Yah Lah But ·

2022/03/09

Against the overwhelming trend of corporations pulling out of or cutting business ties with Russia, Uniqlo doubled down on its decision to keep its almost-50 stores open in the country. The CEO even justified the decision by stating that clothing is a basic human need. Does their explanation have any merit? Closer to home, a pair of dog owners refused to cancel their Gojek booking after the driver rejected them because of their pets. He filmed their heated interaction, which has since gone

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52:29

#271 - Minister Josephine Teo defends SPH Media Trust...

Yah Lah But ·

2022/03/07

Last Friday, Minister Josephine Teo defended the government’s stance of financially supporting SPH Media Trust to the tune of $900 million over 5 years. She explained the government’s stance and answered questions posed by Pritam Singh and Leong Mun Wai. What underlies the concern about SPH Media Trust’s funding and business models? Also in parliament, MP Shawn Huang nearly came to tears when recounting the success of a cybersecurity pilot program, and raised eyebrows when he gave a

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53:14

#270 - Minister Shanmugam comments on 377A & MP Ang...

Yah Lah But ·

2022/03/04

In parliament, Minister Shanmugam commented on the courts’ recent judgement in the constitutional challenge to Section 377A, and reinforced that the government will not proactively enforce the law. Is this a step in the right direction? In the same parliamentary sitting, MP for West Coast GRC Ang Wei Neng put forth a “radical idea” of setting expiry dates on degrees conferred by local universities. After receiving a massive backlash online, he clarified that his idea was merely “food for

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95:52

#269 - “Just Saying” producer Dew Francis reveals his...

Yah Lah But ·

2022/03/02

In this episode, we speak to local creative Dew Francis of “Just Saying” fame, and discover what it takes to produce and star on Singapore’s most beloved online talk show. Known for being “raw” and “authentic” in everything he does, Dew also reveals how COVID changed him for good, including how it motivated him to get in the best shape of his life. Oh, we also have a deep philosophical debate about why he loves Singapore Social but hates Single’s Inferno! Find us here! Our YLB Subreddit for

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