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Plan B

🎙️ Plan B Media — Where conversations that matter come alive. Join us on the Plan B Podcast as we break down the week’s biggest news, ask the hard questions, and spark real talk that goes beyond headlines. Follow our conversations on Instagram, Threads, Facebook and Telegram (@planb.sg) , or dive deeper at www.planb.sg . 🎥 Watch full episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@planbmediasg

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00:46:09

#769 NEA forced my pregnant wife to stand at her...

Plan B ·

2025/02/27

Imagine being forced to stand all day at a stall - while pregnant. That’s exactly what Noorman Mubarak’s wife faced after the NEA gave them a warning for not being physically present at their Nasi Lemak Ayam Taliwang stall. In a viral complaint, Noorman called out the unfair regulations that require hawkers to be on-site no matter the circumstances. But is the system punishing hawkers, or are these regulations necessary?(01:08) Background of case(03:40) Welcome Noorman Mubarak, Co-founder of Nasi

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01:03:04

#768 Pritam guilty of lying, is this opposition fixing?

Plan B ·

2025/02/20

Who said politics in Singapore is boring? This week’s biggest news all came straight from Parliament - from the Leader of the Opposition’s guilty verdict for lying under oath, to 2 Nominated Members of Parliament resignations that got rumours spreading, to the unveiling of Budget 2025, what is going on? And what does viagra have to do with any of this? Tune in to find out!(03:45) Rahman's hell week(10:20) Pritam Singh's verdict(19:30) Is the East Coast plan real?(22:00) Key issues that could be

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00:37:23

#767 I lost $130,000 to the contractors from hell

Plan B ·

2025/02/13

When Jeremiah Lim decided to support his friend who worked at Studio Kalasan, he never expected to lose $130,000. After making police reports and engaging lawyers to see justice served, he decided to go public with his story. Were there red flags in the company's transactions? Jeremiah and Syahiran, an industry veteran, join us to discuss and share some valuable insights(00:35) Backstory of this interior design scam case(06:25) We talk to Jeremiah Lim, the victim behind the viral post(10:00)

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00:50:14

#766 Is a morning shower essential?

Plan B ·

2025/02/06

Is a morning shower truly essential? And why is the US setting its sights on Singapore over the Deepseek-Nvidia chips? Last week was eventful, including our visit to Hui Hui Cultural Association's CNY event, and we're here to talk all about it. Plus, there might be a surprise potential addition to our podcast team. Don’t miss it by tuning in to find out!(0:40) Our visit to Hui Hui's CNY event (03:35) See you at our Open House on 9 Feb! (07:25) A 4th podcaster? (08:30) Shower or not to shower in

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00:30:13

#765 Nevena, the FitMum empowering moms on their...

Plan B ·

2025/01/30

Pregnancy can be tough. From choosing the right foods to keeping your body healthy and strong, there are plenty of questions and misconceptions about what pregnant women and new mothers should do to maintain their well-being. That's where Nevena, the personal trainer behind @fitmum.sg, comes in by offering pregnancy-focused fitness programs, expert tips, and even nutrition recommendations. Tune in to this week's podcast for some valuable insights!(0:40) Stop by our new office during

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00:41:25

#764 Countdown to CNY

Plan B ·

2025/01/23

From Donald Trump's inauguration and the Israel-Hamas ceasefire to Singapore's upcoming elections, we've got this week’s top stories covered, plus a bit of lo hei to celebrate the upcoming CNY. Don’t forget to join us for our Open House on 9 Feb—snap some pics in our new office and meet the Plan B family!(01:00) Elon Musk's Nazi salute (09:35) Donald Trump's Inauguration (11:35) Israel-Hamas ceasefire (17:00) Trump's first executive orders (22:15) Trump's "2

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00:38:29

#763 Max Chernov, the YouTuber redefining the expat...

Plan B ·

2025/01/19

In today’s globalized world, more people are pursuing their dreams beyond their home countries. And there’s no greater expert on expat life than Max Chernov, the YouTuber who has garnered over 288,000 subscribers by connecting with expats worldwide. We explore how Max built his life in Singapore and how he’s making the expat experience easier for everyone.(01:15) Introducing Max Chernov (02:18) How long Max has built his audience on YouTube (02:55) Max's motivation to explore diverse

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00:39:56

#762 Marion Müller, the Swiss who loves Singapore

Plan B ·

2025/01/09

There was a time when Singapore aspired to achieve the "Swiss standard of living", but decades later the tables seem to be turning between Asia and Europe. We speak with Marion Müller, a Swiss native famous for her content about sunny Singapore. Why does she seem to love Singapore so much when so many Singaporeans seem to want out so badly?(03:42) We welcome Marion to the studio! (03:58) Why Marion chose Singapore (04:52) First reason she fell in love with Singapore: Security (06:45) Second

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00:55:14

#761 Happy New Year, 2025!

Plan B ·

2025/01/02

It's the first episode of 2025! We capped off 2024 with some amazing interviews, but the last month of the year was filled with other dramatic events. From an NRIC saga to plane crashes, we bid farewell to a crazy year and welcome 2025 with bigger and better things to come. (01:00) The New Year’s Anthem, Auld Lang Syne (02:48) Parents’ emotions when sending primary school kids on their first day (05:45) Dzar shares his personal experience from his radio days (09:43) Plan B recap on interviewing

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00:50:53

#760 Ibrahim Sani

Plan B ·

2024/12/23

Why does Malaysia still have race-based policies in 2024?We speak with Ibrahim Sani, CEO of Yayasan Peneraju, a federal agency that empowers Bumiputera talents in Malaysia. Why are Bumiputera policies still relevant in Malaysia in 2024? How did a (can check back, i think he said he almost failed many times in his life i want to mention that here) bounce back and rise to become CEO? Should more Singaporeans find opportunities in Malaysia? Tune in to find out. (01:30) Introduction to Ibrahim Sani

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00:46:48

#759 PM Lawrence Wong

Plan B ·

2024/12/18

We had the privilege to host Mr. Lawrence Wong, Singapore's Prime Minister, for his first podcast interview. We discussed a range of topics, from redefining success in today’s world, the unique challenges faced by minorities, to Singapore's contributions to Palestinian statehood. Are younger Singaporeans really becoming less hardworking? Are Singaporeans really better off going overseas to find opportunities? Are we ready to find our place in a chaotic world? Tune in to find out. (01:14) Rahman

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00:59:04

#758 Khairy Jamaluddin

Plan B ·

2024/12/16

Also known as KJ, we had a great interview with the distinguished Malaysian politician who also served as a Minister for almost a decade. As Minister of Health during the early post-Covid era, he played a role in the reopening of borders between Singapore and Malaysia. From Malaysia's so-called "Green Wave", to the evolving role of new media in politics, to Singaporeans' "sharp elbows", KJ shares his candid views on a variety of topics, including his future in politics. (04:10) Origins of Keluar

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00:32:38

#757 What just happened in South Korea?

Plan B ·

2024/12/08

South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol shocked his country and the world when he suddenly declared martial law, then was forced to reverse it hours later. What is martial law? Could it also happen elsewhere in the world?(01:03) A recent accident involving a 12-year-old Quran reciter (02:20) We have moved to a new studio! (03:55) Rahman’s flight to Krabi (08:28) A reminder about our KL meet-and-greet (10:07) South Korea declared martial law (15:08) North Korea no longer seeks reconciliation with

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00:34:18

#756 Kunafa King, Mangobossku

Plan B ·

2024/11/27

His kunafas catapulted the craze for the dessert in Singapore, but his journey to viral success was not always sweet. Mangobossku talks to us about family, the challenges of the business, and the recent debate about education and capability. (00:48) We are moving to a new studio(02:21) Rudy Marican’s viral post(06:07) Mangobossku’s thoughts on the post(11:40) How content creators are changing marketing(13:15) Business owners using Mangobossku’s name for “cheap marketing”(16:12) How important is

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00:23:53

#755 Stabbing at St Joseph’s Church

Plan B ·

2024/11/13

The recent stabbing of a Catholic priest during mass in Singapore has shocked the nation and prompted the police to step up security in places of worship. The police were quick to make clear that the assailant is Christian, a move that raised many eyebrows. Should we be worried about Singapore’s safety and stability? (01:10) Dzar’s return from hiking Mount Rinjani(03:42) Preparing for the hike(05:56) Climbing the summit(06:34) The “Hill of Regret”(10:18) The stabbing at St Joseph’s Church(13:28)

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00:33:51

#754 President Trump - Take Two

Plan B ·

2024/11/10

America voted for another Trump presidency, but this time with an overwhelming mandate. Not only did he sweep all the swing states, he also won the popular vote this time - but what does this mean for the rest of the world? (00:45) Dzar is away on a trip(02:27) Rahman’s experience hiking in Makkah(04:06) Donald Trump won the US election(06:03) Netanyahu’s response(07:14) Will Trump bring peace?(09:51) Trump’s tech bros(10:58) Has Trump’s rhetoric changed?(17:13) Singaporeans’ reactions(20:08) A

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00:33:43

#753 Fadzli Jani: Redesigning Street Opinions

Plan B ·

2024/10/30

You may have seen him, or heard his voice, in our street interview videos. Fadzli Jani is not only Plan B’s street interviewer, but a man of many hats. We speak to Fadzli about his fascinating career journey, from joining a reality TV show to training to become an architect. (00:53) Introduction to Fadzli(01:49) Competing on Elit Suria(03:55) Becoming an architect(06:27) How do you become a registered architect in Singapore?(09:10) What overseas landmark design is overrated?(10:23) What’s a

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00:37:15

#752: Lee Hsien Yang, a political refugee?

Plan B ·

2024/10/27

The past two weeks saw a lot of political drama in Singapore. We discuss the revelation that Lee Hsien Yang sought and was granted political asylum in the UK, and controversial moments from the Pritam Singh trial. (00:33) The Lee sibling rivalry(01:35) The Faraid law system(03:40) The 38 Oxley Road saga(05:03) The value of preserved historical sites(07:54) How does one obtain political asylum?(12:07) Did Lee Hsien Yang face persecution?(17:19) The Pritam Singh trial(23:49) Loh Pei Ying’s

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00:15:43

#751: Dzar the bodybuilder

Plan B ·

2024/10/27

After 2 weeks of absence, Dzar returns and shares what he’s been up to - becoming an amateur bodybuilder - and his next adventure - climbing Indonesia’s Mount Rinjani. (00:54) Dzar’s upcoming trip to Lombok(02:41) Hiking Mount Rinjani(04:45) Dzar’s bodybuilding journey(07:59) Routines and self-discovery(09:28) Rahman on turning 40(12:23) The importance of stage presence.

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00:22:52

#750 Rock untuk Rakyat 2: Rock concert for Gaza

Plan B ·

2024/10/16

The Singaporean community has contributed more than $17 million worth of donations for Gaza, and now Rock untuk Rakyat 2 aims to raise another $150,000. We speak with Ms. Mariam Jaafar, MP and advisor to Woodlands GRO, and Ms Deanna Manto, Chairperson of the Suara Utara committee about why they decided to bring together the pool of talented local Malay performers for this rock concert for charity. Get your tickets here: go.gov.sg/rur2 Check out more on Instagram:

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