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00:52:40

#741 POFMA and Politics with Dr. Chee Soon Juan

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2024/09/09

Dr. Chee Soon Juan, Secretary-General of the SDP, talks about POFMA and how it affects political discourse and information flow in Singapore. With younger Singaporeans becoming more politically conscious and active, what does it mean for free speech in Singapore? (00:32) - The people’s manifesto(03:42) - Dr Chee Soon Juan(05:48) - POFMA(21:28) - Current framework of POFMA(26:48) - Engage brand influencers(34:35) - Public’s commentary on New PM(41:40) - Counter measures

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00:31:14

#740 Is mpox the new Covid-19?

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2024/08/26

Mpox has been making headlines after the World Health Organisation declared it a global health emergency, with Singapore’s Health Minister calling the situation highly worrying. Are we on the cusp of another round of covid-19? Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

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00:37:02

#739 How did an extremist preacher slip through...

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2024/08/26

We speak with Dr Rohan Gunaratna, an expert on global security. As a professor of security studies at the S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies at Nanyang Technology University, he shares his expertise and views on the Bangladeshi extremist preacher Amir Hamza who entered Singapore on a false name. What implications does this have for Singapore and the region? Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

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00:27:38

#738 How did our PM perform during his Malay speech...

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2024/08/26

Prime Minister Wong's use of Malay at the rally received positive feedback for its clarity and inclusivity. Dzar, Darren and Rahman reviews the video and comments, highlighting the effective engagement with the Malay-speaking audience and the strong alignment with Singapore’s multicultural values. Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

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00:35:24

#737 A new chapter

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2024/08/19

A heartfelt episode as Dzar is inspired by an Instagram video to reflect on his own friendships and how much personal growth he has experienced over the years Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

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00:29:01

#736 Telemedicine: convenient service or ez MC?

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2024/08/19

First work from home, now see doctor from home. Such services are great conveniences for all parties involved, but is it too easily taken advantage of? One clinic in Singapore was found to have consultations lasting as short as one second Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook:

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00:28:20

#735 Tourists in NUS?!?!

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2024/08/19

Many students have been complaining about a wave of tourists overcrowding university facilities, such as shuttle buses and food establishments. Why on earth are tourists flocking to local universities, and what can be done to stop them? Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

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00:38:56

#734 Happy 59th, Singapore!

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2024/08/14

What’s one thing you love about Singapore? Now what’s one thing you hate? The guys share their pride and love for Singapore, even if not everything is perfect Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

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00:35:03

#733 How to un-POFMA your POFMA

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2024/08/14

In August 2024, the Transformative Justice Collective (TJC) received 2 POFMA orders for alleging that death row prisoners were denied due process and rushed through proceedings. The Ministry of Home Affairs responded by clarifying the facts, but TJC maintained their claims were accurate and seemed to school the Minister on distinguishing fact from opinion. Grab your popcorn and sit in tight Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors |

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00:28:16

#732 “My job is to voice out; you find the solution”

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2024/08/14

Manmeet Singh, also known on TikTok as "The Bodyguard," gained viral attention after posting a video addressing racial discrimination in Singapore, specifically in the context of job interviews. Why on earth does a security job listing require applicants to speak mandarin? The Bodyguard explains Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

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00:36:17

#731 Revolution in Bangladesh, and the most...

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2024/08/07

In July, protests in Bangladesh over a job quota system resulted in over 300 deaths and led to Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina fleeing to India. An interim government under General Waker-Uz-Zaman is being formed, but protesters are not going to accept military rule. Meanwhile, the Olympics just keeps producing controversy and memes. Is this the worst Olympics, or the most interesting to-date? Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook:

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00:28:00

#730 UK faces worst anti-migrant riots in 13 years -...

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2024/08/07

Britain is experiencing its worst riots in 13 years, fuelled by far-right groups targeting migrants and Muslims. The unrest began after fake news on social media falsely accused a Muslim migrant of killing 3 young girls. With UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer threatening to bring in a “standing army”, how much damage can such fake news cause? Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

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00:34:15

#729 Is the Middle East on the brink of all-out war?

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2024/08/07

With the assassinations of both Hamas and Hezbollah leaders within a short span of each other, the Middle East seems more poised for an all-out regional war than ever before. With the US saying they had no idea what Israel had planned, and Iran vowing revenge for the fallen leaders, what’s next? Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

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00:36:07

#728 A sin to sterilise cats?

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2024/07/31

We spoke to volunteer cat rescuers Julie, Aqyla, and Wati about cat abandonment and the new Cat Management Framework in Singapore. Starting September 1, 2024, the framework requires licensing and microchipping for pet cats, with limits of two cats per HDB flat and three per private residence. They also shared sterilising cats, cat abuse cases, care guidelines, and their fundraising efforts for special needs cats.

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00:28:15

#727 Paris 2024 Olympics controversy: woke mania

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2024/07/31

We speak with Lawrence Chong, CEO of Consulus, and discussed the huge controversy surrounding the Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony. It featured drag queens in what looked like a parody of the Last Supper, a famous Christian painting depicting Jesus. The scene angered Christians worldwide and even led to a boycott, with C Spire pulling its ads and the Olympic Committee removing the video from YouTube. How should we balance cultural sensitivity and artistic expression?

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00:27:51

#726 Global Buzz: Olympics Uniform Controversy, IT...

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2024/07/24

The guys bounce about some major news stories over the week, such as the buzz over Singapore’s Olympics uniform design, Biden’s sudden announcement that he was no longer seeking re-election, as well as the global IT outage that left Rahman stuck in a parking lot. Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

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00:30:13

#725 Singapore government under CCP control?

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2024/07/24

A significant first use of FICA, Singapore’s anti-foreign influence law, to block social media accounts connected to a network of anti-CCP disinformation and propaganda is a stark reminder of the realities of information warfare in the 21st century. Can we expect more to come in the future? Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

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00:29:57

#724 No family, friends, or relatives - working in...

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2024/07/24

Nazmul Khan, a Bangladeshi IT professional and founder of 24asia Singapore, has been working in Singapore for 18 years. He shares with us the struggles he felt as a young man alone in a foreign country, and the experiences that drove him to found a ground up initiative to provide support and upskilling opportunities for other migrant workers. Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

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00:28:32

#723 Youngest ever ISA Restriction Order issued...

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2024/07/17

A 14-year-old student and a 33-year-old former public servant were issued Restriction Orders for being radicalised in connection to their support for terrorism. We talk about reaction to the news and this worrying trend. Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

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00:34:14

#722 Was the Trump assassination attempt all a show?

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2024/07/17

We speak with Mike, a trained sniper and former Navy SEAL with 25-years of military experience. He shares insights from the security and military community in the US and details that have emerged following the investigative frenzy into the assassination attempt. He also addresses the many conspiracy theories that have sprouted on the internet, that the shooting was all just for show. Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook:

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