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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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29:13

#TalkBack: Should there be a modified form of NS for...

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2024/10/17

Singapore Today's Lance Alexander and Daniel Martin speak with Nicholas Fang, former national athlete and sports administrator, and Managing Director of sports consultancy Novastella, about whether there should be a modified form of NS for national athletes. They were also joined by former national swimming champion David Lim.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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13:12

Why you should not purchase an illegally-bred cat

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2024/10/17

Singapore Today's Lance Alexander and Daniel Martin speak with Thenuga Vijakumar, President, Cat Welfare Society, about why you should not purchase an illegally-bred cat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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12:18

Analysis: Singapore's September 2024 key export...

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2024/10/17

Singapore Today's Lance Alexander and Daniel Martin speak with Jeff Ng, Head of Asia Macro Strategy, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, about Singapore's key exports extending their growth with a 2.7 percent rise in September, but missing certain expectations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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18:06

Celebrating and exploring Hungarian culture in Singapore

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2024/10/17

In ‘Destination Anywhere’ Melanie Oliveiro speaks to Her Excellency Judit Pach, Hungarian Ambassador to Singapore and Brunei Darussalam. Her Excellency tells us about 'Hungarian Month: The Spice of Europe in Singapore’, a month-long celebration focusing on Hungarian culture and centred around Hungary’s National Day. She also highlights classical concerts, culinary experiences, cultural exhibitions, and a Rubik’s Cube competition for all to experience. She also reveals key Hungarian places of

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28:22

Revisiting school days with SINGAPO人 Youth Takeover

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2024/10/17

In ‘Culture Club’ Melanie Oliveiro speaks with Sharon Lim, Assistant Manager of Singapore Chinese Cultural Centre (SCCC) Programmes and Bartholomew Ting, Cardboard Sculptor. The two are involved in the fifth edition of the SCCC’s annual youth festival, REMIX: SINGAPO人 Youth Takeover. Ting and Lim describe how this year’s edition takes on a back-to-school theme, and is packed with school-inspired experiences, inviting all visitors to take a walk down memory lane. See omnystudio.com/listener for

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32:35

Skincalories: taking inspiration from K-pop and...

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2024/10/17

In ‘Made in SG’ Melanie Oliveiro speaks with Madelyn Yeo, CEO, Axl Loon, VP, Strategy, and Shilee Jwel, Executive Director of Skincalories, a local skincare brand for the active woman. They talk about the brand, which draws inspiration from K-pop and Hip-hop music, and why they’re stepping away from influencer marketing to instead rely on the reach of major music labels.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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15:57

Hiring persons with disabilities: What companies must...

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2024/10/17

The Enabling Mark Awards marks its fourth year, recognising the efforts of organisations and individuals for their best practices, outcomes and commitment in disability-inclusive employment. Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman speak with a PWD employee, DG Carole Ann, a multiple amputee who works at ServLink Technology Resources; and Raily Tissera, Regional HR Business Partner for Corporate Bank APAC and Middle East & Africa for Deutsche Bank, employer of a company that has been lauded for its

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15:18

Does Australia want to leave the Commonwealth realm?

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2024/10/17

Ahead of a visit by British monarch King Charles III, the debate over Australia’s pursuit of becoming a republic has re-emerged with more fervour. Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman ask Luke Mansillo, Political Scientist, Government and International Relations, University of Sydney, if now’s the time to make the move — and what implications we’ll immediately see once fulfilled. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:06

The real impact of China’s overseas adoption ban

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2024/10/17

China has banned transnational adoption, ending more-than three decades during which more than 160,000 children were adopted abroad. While the move has prompted mixed reactions, Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman find out how far-reaching the implications are from Dr Huang Yanzhong, Senior Fellow for Global Health at the Council on Foreign Relations; Professor, School in Diplomacy and International Relations, Seton Hall University. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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24:47

#TalkBack: Should we do away with Direct School...

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2024/10/16

Singapore Today's Lance Alexander and Daniel Martin speak with Associate Professor Jason Tan from National Institute of Education – Policy, Curriculum and Leadership, about whether the Direct School Admission (DSA) scheme should be scrapped.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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13:56

What companies can do to handle retrenchments better

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2024/10/16

Singapore Today's Lance Alexander and Daniel Martin speak with Adrian Choo, CEO and Founder, Career Agility International, about what companies can do to handle retrenchments better.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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17:05

The future of Singapore's MICE industry

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2024/10/16

With regional neighbours offering cheaper venues and superior natural attractions, how can Singapore remain a leading destination for Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions? Work It's Chew Wui Lynn and Cheryl Goh speak with Michael Lim, Vice President of People & Development at venue and trade show organizer Constellar, and Eileen Quek, Assistant Director in Sales (International) at Constellar Venues – venue manager of the Singapore Expo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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19:06

How subsidy recovery rates could impact the appeal of...

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2024/10/16

Singapore Today's Lance Alexander and Daniel Martin speak with Nicholas Mak, Chief Research Officer, Mogul.sg, about how subsidy recovery rates ranging from 6 to 9 percent for Plus and Prime projects launched in the October 2024 BTO exercise could impact the appeal of these flats.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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18:15

Exploring beachy Aruba and winter wonderland Norway

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2024/10/16

In ‘Destination Anywhere’, Melanie speaks to Cosmina Cartas, Romanian travel and fashion content creator. Cartas talks about “One Happy Island” often synonymous with Aruba in the south of the Caribbean Sea and magical winter scenes in Norway. You can find her @sheislittlewonderer and her art content @cosminasart in IG.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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29:33

'Hard Mode': peeking into the lives and challenges of...

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2024/10/16

In ‘Made in SG’ Melanie Oliveiro speaks to Faith Ng, Playwright of the new Checkpoint Theatre production ‘Hard Mode’, which takes a peek into the lives ofn Singaporean teens. Audience members will meet siblings Adam and Arissa and their friends Rian, XY, and Maya as they navigate transitioning to new schools, maintaining friendships, and dealing with parental expectations - all the while traversing both real life and the digital world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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29:39

Miss Universe Singapore discusses challenges and...

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2024/10/16

In ‘Made in SG’, Melanie Oliveiro speaks with Charlotte Chia Miss Universe Singapore 2024 and Adelene Stanley First Runner Up. Both contestants talk about the pageant, how they got ready for it, and the challenges they went through from start to finish. They also address the recent changes in Miss Universe’s entrance criteria that include no age limit, as well as no restrictions on marital or parental status.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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16:22

Storage solutions for retailers

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2024/10/16

With the 11/11, Black Friday and Christmas shopping season fast approaching, Work It's Cheryl Goh and Chew Wui Lynn speak to Danny Wong, CEO of Work+Store, to find out how storage spaces are playing a crucial role as retail and e-commerce businesses gear up for the influx of orders. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:32

MediShield Life Review: What you must know

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2024/10/16

New guidelines on national health insurance plan MediShield Life have been announced following a review by the MediShield Life Council. Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman speak to Wee Hwee Lin, Associate Professor, NUS’s Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health And Director, Center for Health Intervention and Policy Evaluation Research, to gain a clearer understanding of the outcomes from the review and how it affects you. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:37

End of an era: Fine dining in Singapore meets its demise

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2024/10/16

As an increasing number of fine dining restaurants in Singapore shut for good, Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman speak to Annette Tan, food writer, to examine the factors that led to their demise and ask an industry observer what the future holds for the city’s F&B landscape. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:13

Singapore’s school canteens are facing a crisis

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2024/10/16

School canteens are facing an existential crisis brought to light by multiple factors, including higher costs and challenges in meeting students’ nutritional priorities. Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman speak to Professor Mary Chong, Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, NUS, to examine the underlying issues and ask what can be done to save the school canteen. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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