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🎙️ 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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Oct 23, 2026

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#654: Definition of “Family” 01.02.2024

The Institute of Policy Studies (IPS) recently hosted its annual flagship Singapore Perspectives conference, with the theme "Youth." Dzar, Darren, and Rahman look into one of the issues raised, in which more young people are delaying or avoiding marriage and parenthood entirely, and how this impacts them in light of Singapore's laws. They share what they believe the definition of a family should b...

#653: Chinese New Year 24.01.2024

As Chinese New Year approaches, Dzar, Darren and Rahman discuss stereotypes, cultural appropriation, and superstitions, as well as their plans over the long holiday. Darren also mentioned that many have said he had a Malay accent? Listen in to learn more.

#652: Cheating Scandals 24.01.2024

Cheating scandals exposed on social media have become the norm in this day and age, but can creating fake or anonymous accounts to share such films and shame the couple be considered an offence? Rahman discusses his legal expertise on what can happen if an anonymous or fraudulent account is formed, but also its purpose.

#651: Singapore Transport Minister Resigns Over Corruption 24.01.2024

Former Transport Minister S Iswaran pleaded not guilty to 27 charges, including corruption, obtaining valuables as a public servant and obstructing justice. He has also agreed to repay his salary and MP allowance since the commencement of the investigations in July 2023. How much should Ministers be paid?

#650: SImplyGo, not so simple? 17.01.2024

The LTA announced that NETS EZ-Link and FlashPay cards will no longer be accepted on buses and trains starting June 1, forcing commuters to upgrade to SimplyGo EZ-Link cards. The MRT's SimplyGo system has faced criticism for its lack of card balance display at fare gates, prompting calls for improvements in user-friendliness. What should be done to make it easier and user-friendly for everyone?

#649: Let’s talk elections 17.01.2024

Dzar, Darren, and Rahman explore the world's political changes in 2024, from the Taiwan presidential election to the Indonesian general election, as well as when Singapore's next election will take place.

#648: Banks, telcos or consumers? 17.01.2024

Workers' Party (WP) MP Jamus Lim proposed that victims of SCAMs should only incur losses of S$100 to S$500, and that banks and telecommunications take greater responsibility for preventing scams and carry a bigger part of victims' losses. Who should shoulder the loss? Listen in to Darren and Rahman's enthusiastic debate concerning this topic.

#647: Long Island Singapore 10.01.2024

Dzar, Darren, and Rahman give their thoughts on Singapore's probable plans for an east coast project that will reclaim about 800ha of land - the size of almost 1,000 football fields - announced on November 28. How would 'Long Island' aid in the protection of Singapore's coasts? Is it going to impact Singapore?

#646: Through hell and back 10.01.2024

Plan B returns in 2024 with a special guest, Chef Akmal Anuar, owner of 1-Michelin star restaurant 11 Woodfire and Michelin Bib Gourmand recipient Goldfish in Dubai, and many others across the globe. But success was a long and arduous journey, and not all risks paid off - some left him stuck in warzones, while others led to betrayal, leaving him with nothing. Chef Akmal's story can be one for the...

#645: Early Childhood Care and Education 08.01.2024

Listen in to all things that matter for early childhood care and education – Ms Sun Xueling, Minister of State for Social and Family Development. Covering from how parents can be assured of a place in preschools, affordable fees and attracting those who want to join a meaningful career in the early childhood sector

#644: Plan B Meet & Greet in Dubai 20.12.2023

Meeting a group of Singaporeans living in Dubai at the event inspired them to start a business in Dubai, and they also shared their last day in Dubai, where they went to Global Village and 11 Woodfire, a restaurant by Singaporean-Malay chef and owner Akmal Anuar, which has a Michelin star. Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Faceboo...

#643: Second day in Dubai 20.12.2023

Dzar, Darren, and Rahman shared their supercar experience on the second day in Dubai, where someone ran off course and another scratched the car?? Their second activity for the day was the desert experience, and they discussed how they felt about it. Listen in to learn more. Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravoreal...

#642: Plan B in Dubai 20.12.2023

Darren, Dzar, and Rahman summarise their first day in Dubai and compare the work culture here to that of Singapore. Dzar had high hopes for the place, but listen in to find out how he actually thinks about it. Kamal and Khalid from The Bravo Realtors join us in this episode to discuss the year 2023 and what is in store for the future year. Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Te...

#641: Parliament on Israel-Hamas war 08.11.2023

Dzar, Darren, and Rahman discuss the recent Parliament debate on the Israel-Hamas war, the impact it has had on Singaporeans, and the stance that some people have taken, as well as their own viewpoints on the matter. Listen in to learn more.

#640: Plan B going to Dubai 01.11.2023

Dzar, Darren, and Rahman are looking forward to their business vacation to Dubai and have been debating which villa to stay in. They addressed a recent article in which the National Wages Council urged employers to provide workers one-time payments to aid with rising living costs. Listen in to find out what we have in store for Rahman. Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 8...

#639: Fusion food vs Authentic food 01.11.2023

Inderpal discusses his preparation for the competition, including techniques and experiments. He talks about fusion food and why they are significant, as well as some memorable occurrences from the MasterChef competition. Listen in to learn more. Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

#638: Winning the MasterChef Singapore Season 4 01.11.2023

Inderpal Singh, winner of MasterChef Singapore Season 4, joins us to discuss what goes on behind the scenes of the competition and what it takes to compete. He discusses his thoughts about setting up his own restaurant since winning the title as a home-based F&B business owner. Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravor...

#637: Are solar panels actually efficient? 25.10.2023

Henry goes into greater detail on why solar panels are inefficient for humans, supports his findings, and concludes with a message for the environmentalist movement. Disclaimer: Plan B makes no representations about the guest's position or recommendations in the episode. Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

#636: Solar energy is not cheap? 25.10.2023

In this part 2, Rahman questions Henry about his claim that solar energy is expensive and analyses the topic. Listen in to learn more. Disclaimer: Plan B makes no representations about the guest's position or recommendations in the episode. Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

#635: Climate skeptic 25.10.2023

We invited Henry Chew, a Singapore Energy Humanist who describes himself as a climate skeptic and whom we met at the SG Climate Rally on September 23rd, 2023, to speak about why he was opposed to the movement and what prompted him to dispute the prevalent idea of global warming. Disclaimer: Plan B makes no representations about the guest's position or recommendations in the episode. Do your proper...

#634: Israeli occupation of Gaza 18.10.2023

Walid Jumblatt Abdullah, an Assistant Professor at Nanyang Technological University, specializes in Islamic-state relationships, political Islam, and political parties and elections, particularly in Singapore and Malaysia, joins us on this special edition to talk about the ongoing Israeli occupation of Gaza and how they have affected our region. Listen in to find out more.

#633: Israel-Hamas war 11.10.2023

Darren and Rahman discuss the Israel-Hamas war and reply to the backlash received by other editorials that addressed the issue. With the war's unpredictability, they express their thoughts and wonder who can provide their expertise on this. Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

#632: Clean and restore leather 11.10.2023

Asyraf tells us that he not only restores shoes, but also wallets, belts, and bags, as long as they are made of leather. He also discusses the many sorts of leathers and exotic leathers that he has encountered. Listen in to find out more. Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

#631: Working as a shoeshiner 11.10.2023

Asyraf Ash Samsudin, partner of Mason & Smith and World Champion in Shoe Shining 2022, tells us what prompted him to start shoe shining and pursue it as a career. He explains the type of products used and the process of shoe shining. Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

#630: Can you will away your mental health issues? 04.10.2023

Dzar, Darren and Rahman discusses on whether one can will away their mental health issues and how they deal with their own issues. Nisha discusses trauma informed practice and how it aids in addressing mental health issues. Listen in to find out more. Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

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