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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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59:06

#778: Wealth Inequality in Singapore & BreadTalk...

Yah Lah But ·

2026/02/11

The latest paper from the Ministry of Finance shows Singapore’s wealth inequality exceeds income inequality, while median household incomes continue to rise. Elsewhere, a cleaner was dismissed by BreadTalk after a viral video showed them cleaning store shelves with a broom.𝗧𝗘𝗟𝗟 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗙𝗜𝗥𝗦𝗧 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝟮Check out the second season of our edutainment podcast that dives into a fascinating array of topics you never knew you needed to know! This week, we are joined by Gurmit Singh as

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101:20

#777 ft. Rishi Budhrani - Plastic Bag Charges: Who...

Yah Lah But ·

2026/02/09

We get Singapore’s favourite funnyman, comedian Rishi Budhrani as a guest host on this episode! You’ll be surprised where we go, as we start with 2 everyday news topics, but end up going deep into what it means to lead a life of meaning. In the first topic, Singapore’s plastic bag charge has raised millions of dollars, but how supermarket chains use the proceeds is drawing scrutiny after they all recently reported the numbers. Does Singapore really need a plastic bag charge? We also dissect

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72:05

#776 ft. Mark Tan - Should Retrenchment Benefits Be...

Yah Lah But ·

2026/02/06

Mark Tan of Rice Media joins us in the YLB studio to debate retrenchment benefits, after SMS Koh Poh Koon defended keeping retrenchment payouts non-mandatory, while WP’s Pritam Singh suggested differentiated rules for bigger firms. We also cross the line to talk about Amos Yee’s letter to the Singapore government to oppose his impending deportation back to Singapore, and public reactions to his possible return. Should we want him back?𝙎𝙥𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙤𝙧: 𝙊𝙒𝙉𝘿𝘼𝙔𝙎𝘞𝘦 𝘴𝘪𝘵 𝘥𝘰𝘸𝘯

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64:04

#775 ft. Allen Kuo – What Gold’s Rise Means For...

Yah Lah But ·

2026/02/04

There’s been a lot of renewed interest in gold, so we got Allen Kuo, Chief Investment Officer of Singlife, to walk us through everything we need to know about the asset. He goes deep into the philosophy and history of gold, explaining its value as a riskless benchmark, and more poignantly, what its price can tell us about geopolitics today. We also make a detour into 90s nostalgia and shared culture, plus why it’s important to have physical gold in Singapore’s vaults (but not under our

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100:35

#774 ft. Jasmin Lau - THAT TraceTogether “Fiasco”,...

Yah Lah But ·

2026/02/02

Half a year into her sojourn into politics, MP Jasmin Lau joins YLB to discuss parenting tradeoffs, tuition culture, and why policy change is hard in Singapore. She also addresses educational reform, and how online clips can distort public perception - in particular, her recent exchange in Parliament with an opposition MP about the characterization of TraceTogether as a “fiasco”.Find Jasmin Lau here!InstagramFacebook𝗧𝗘𝗟𝗟 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗙𝗜𝗥𝗦𝗧 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝟮Check out the second season of

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70:25

#773: PROTECT Yourself from Corporate Scams!

Yah Lah But ·

2026/01/30

Scams are getting increasingly common, and we are all at risk. In this episode, we chat with Aaron Chiew, Group Head of Digital Channels, Institutional Banking Group at DBS Bank, who explains why modern scams are less about hacking and more about manipulating trust and routine processes, powered by AI and better “research” on targets. We also explore practical countermeasures companies and employees can use. 𝙏𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙚𝙥𝙞𝙨𝙤𝙙𝙚 𝙞𝙨 𝙗𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙗𝙮 𝘿𝘽𝙎 𝘽𝙖𝙣𝙠’𝙨

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85:07

#772 ft. Red Dot Perspective - Does “We First”...

Yah Lah But ·

2026/01/28

Kian Boon from Red Dot Perspective steps in as a guest host to discuss the spiciest topics of the week! First, we break down Gan Kim Yong’s comments at an IPS’ Singapore Perspectives 2026 conference that our “We First” motto could include foreigners. Elsewhere, we cut through the noise of the PropertyLimBrothers alleged cheating scandal that has been living rent-free in Singaporeans’ minds for the past couple of days. What does our obsession with all the details of this scandal say about us

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75:03

#771: Singapore’s Myopia Problem For Kids & What...

Yah Lah But ·

2026/01/26

Childhood myopia is rising at an alarming rate in Singapore. The good news is it is not inevitable. We sit down with Dr Au Eong Kah Guan to unpack why myopia is so common, why it matters to slow it down early and how parents can take practical, science-backed steps to delay its onset and progression. Dr Au Eong also explains why myopia is increasingly seen as a preventable condition, not just a genetic one.Dr Au Eong is Medical Director and Senior Consultant Ophthalmologist at the

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59:26

#770: WP Rejects LO Appointment & Students Slam...

Yah Lah But ·

2026/01/23

WP rejects PM Wong’s request to nominate a new Leader of the Opposition, and PMO says the LO office will stay vacant. Elsewhere, there’s huge backlash over 3 polytechnics using AI-generated open house posters, similar to what PUB did for a campaign poster at Chinatown MRT.𝗧𝗘𝗟𝗟 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗙𝗜𝗥𝗦𝗧 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝟮Check out the second season of our edutainment podcast that dives into a fascinating array of topics you never knew you needed to know! This week, we talk about the Koro crisis of

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60:22

769: Who Should Replace Pritam Singh as LO & Why...

Yah Lah But ·

2026/01/21

Note: This was recorded at 11am on Wed, 21 Jan 2026, before WP’s statement rejecting the LO nomination.As the Workers’ Party weighs who should replace Pritam Singh as Leader of the Opposition, Singapore also responds to a surprising US invitation to join Donald Trump’s proposed “Board of Peace”.𝙎𝙥𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙤𝙧: 𝙎𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙖𝙥𝙤𝙧𝙚 𝙄𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝙁𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 (𝙎𝙄𝙁)𝘚𝘐𝘍 𝘣𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘴 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘶𝘯𝘪𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘵𝘰𝘨𝘦𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳 𝘵𝘰 𝘴𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘴𝘬𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘴, 𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘢𝘴, 𝘢𝘯𝘥

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63:13

#768: Secrets to Overcoming Self-Doubt & Turning Your...

Yah Lah But ·

2026/01/19

Ruth Saw, an adult professional trainer, reflects on her personal journey of confidence and growth, and how lived experience shaped her approach to learning and leadership. She also discusses why SkillsFuture often faces scepticism, how her own perspective on SkillsFuture changed, and what accredited trainers have to go through that helps separate real capability from just certification.𝙏𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙚𝙥𝙞𝙨𝙤𝙙𝙚 𝙞𝙨 𝙗𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙜𝙝𝙩 𝙩𝙤 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙗𝙮 𝙎𝙠𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙨𝙁𝙪𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚

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81:25

#767: Pritam vs Indranee as Parliament Deems Him...

Yah Lah But ·

2026/01/15

Tensions were rife as Parliament backed a motion expressing regret over Pritam Singh’s conduct, deeming him unfit to continue as Leader of the Opposition. Elsewhere, Bayfront MRT frosts mirrors at a popular dance spot.𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗸𝗹𝗼𝗿𝘆If you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.com𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴Terence: Jay Chou bringing the vibes at the AO 1 Point Slam! | Australian Open 2026Haresh: Hozier -

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58:16

#766: PAP’s Jasmin Lau Refutes TraceTogether "Fiasco"...

Yah Lah But ·

2026/01/14

MOS Jasmin Lau and WP MP Kenneth Tiong spar in Parliament over an amendment that will allow public sector data to be shared with trusted external partners. Elsewhere, a Singaporean F&B solopreneur in London faces a trademark dispute with Warner Bros over “Crazy Rich” branding.𝗧𝗘𝗟𝗟 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗙𝗜𝗥𝗦𝗧 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝟮Check out the second season of our edutainment podcast that dives into a fascinating array of topics you never knew you needed to know! This week, we talk about a dark

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55:43

#765: Pritam Singh’s LO Role Under Fire from Indranee...

Yah Lah But ·

2026/01/12

Leader of the House, Indranee Rajah, files a motion to consider Pritam Singh’s suitability as Leader of the Opposition, while Hwa Chong addresses claims surrounding student meals and disciplinary action over the recent food controversy.𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗸𝗹𝗼𝗿𝘆If you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Folklory.com𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗸 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴Terence: The Goo Goo Dolls "Iris" Lyrics & MeaningHaresh: That was a hard

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83:54

#764: Is Singapore Really Multicultural? A Youth...

Yah Lah But ·

2026/01/09

Amalina Nasir, a youth leader and advocate for interfaith work in Singapore, shares her work bridging young Singaporeans with global communities. Drawing on her professional experience in big tech and her time as a former member of the Board of Governors of the Singapore International Foundation (SIF), she reflects on online discourse, youth engagement, and how perspectives shaped through regional exchanges and international exposure often differ from what dominates social media.𝙏𝙝𝙞𝙨

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47:32

#763: Backlash for NMP Dr Haresh’s PAP Shirt & Uproar...

Yah Lah But ·

2026/01/07

A photo of an Incoming NMP, Dr Haresh Singaraju, wearing a PAP shirt sparks renewed debate over the scheme’s neutrality. Elsewhere, “cookhouse-style” meals at Hwa Chong leads to backlash and a petition calling for changes to school food providers.𝙎𝙥𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙤𝙧: 𝘾𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙀𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨𝘊𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘌𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘳𝘦𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘴 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘰𝘶𝘵! 𝘞𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘔𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘋𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘳 𝘚𝘵𝘢𝘮𝘱 𝘙𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺, 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘮𝘦𝘢𝘭 𝘣𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘴

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61:12

#762: S’pore “Concerned” by USA’s Capture of...

Yah Lah But ·

2026/01/05

The Singapore MFA expresses “grave concern” over US intervention in Venezuela, but what does it mean for regular citizens like us? Elsewhere, the new batch of 9 Nominated Members of Parliament have been announced.𝗧𝗘𝗟𝗟 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗙𝗜𝗥𝗦𝗧 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝟮Check out the second season of our edutainment podcast that dives into a fascinating array of topics you never knew you needed to know! This week, we talk about Singapore’s Cattle King, and the lavish mansion that eventually proved to be

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54:19

#761: PM Wong’s Message for 2026 vs Opposition...

Yah Lah But ·

2026/01/02

PM Wong delivered his New Year’s message, highlighting Singapore’s 4.8% economic growth over 2025, while also calling for a refreshed strategy going into 2026. We also review the messages from the opposition parties. Elsewhere, a STOMP article got backlash for their article complaining about a $9.20 bowl of yong tau foo, which left the family of the stallowner hurt after it went viral.𝗚𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝘂𝘀 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗡𝗢𝗢𝗕 𝗤𝗨𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗦 𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗹!Send them to us on Reddit or Instagram

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70:36

#760: Footballers vs Ministers, How S'pore Looks from...

Yah Lah But ·

2025/12/31

After an epic trip to the UK in early December, we reflect on the whole experience, discussing football & sporting culture in the UK vs Singapore, class and race dynamics, our first ever International YLB Live Show and how Singapore is viewed from abroad, alongside the personal moments and observations that shaped the journey. 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄𝘀! Kitman AdamPhotographer SharonArmando BrojaSean Bai on YLB Ep #758Cliff Tan on YLB Ep #759𝗧𝗘𝗟𝗟 𝗬𝗢𝗨

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71:17

#759: S’porean Architect on How Feng Shui Made Him...

Yah Lah But ·

2025/12/29

Recorded onsite in London, we speak with Cliff Tan, architect and creator of Dear Modern, on how a “very Singaporean” path led him to global fame. Cliff breaks down his passion for feng shui without the mysticism, how COVID quarantine sparked his content breakthrough, and explains the ins and outs of his current business which includes online consultations, books and much more. So now you know!(00:00) Folklory(01:11) Intro(03:11) Internet Fame and What 7.5 Million Followers Feels

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