The Hop Pod

As the new year dawns on us, many will start making their new years’ resolution and vouching to be the best versions of themselves in the next year. In this episode, our hosts sit down and take a look back at the past decade they’ve spent being pseudo-adults. From heartbreaks to quitting their jobs to figuring out what they’re doing in life, our hosts will share lessons they’ve learned now that th...

Beyond jingle bells and mistletoes, is Christmas really the most wonderful time of the year? In this episode, we explore the paradox of joy and struggle that the holiday season often brings. Our hosts share stories of what Christmas is like for them, and how to manage societal expectations and the impact of gift-giving.   If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to our YouTube...

Are You SINGLE and in your 30s?! In this episode of The Hop Pod, we've invited Maggy Wang to join us in tackling the truths about being single in your 30s and the pressures society puts on getting married by a certain age.    If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to our YouTube channel (@yougotwatch)! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Casual dating, open dating, situationship  - these are dating terms that have found popularity within the current dating scene. Has the dating game changed over the years? Dating is no longer a simple “ai stead mai?” and has become a lot more convoluted as time goes by - but how do we manage these complicated labels and expectations? In this episode, we are joined by a millennial, Isaac, and a Gen...

What is it like living with cancer as a young adult?! In this episode, Rainier sheds light on his struggles of undergoing treatment for testicular cancer, how it has affected his life, and how he has been coping so far living with cancer at 31 years old.    If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to our YouTube channel (@yougotwatch)! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

Is a little office gossip harmful and should you participate in it? In this episode, we breakdown workplace drama and how to deal with colleagues that create a hostile environment for others. Join our hosts as they spill the beans on their past toxic colleagues and how we can deal with these office ‘bullies’.    If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to our YouTube channel (@...

Feeling stuck in a cycle of never-ending work? Today’s episode might inspire you to get out of your comfort zone. We have a special guest, Larry from SoTravel, who shares his experience of getting retrenched right after graduating, how he turned his passion for travelling into a full-time business, as well as the reality of being an entrepreneur.   If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating an...

Are you struggling in your relationship? Does the perfect relationship even exist?! Listen in as we delve deep into the qualities of what contributes to a healthy relationship and share practical strategies on handling conflict resolutions with your significant other.    If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to our YouTube channel (@yougotwatch)! See omnystudio.com/listener...

With everyone on social media, branding has become second nature to all of us as we curate our content to fit the image we want to portray. But what’s the biggest secret to honing our online presence? In this episode, we are joined with Joel Lim (@limxjoel), host of Political Prude, where he shares his experience as an ‘info-encer’. We’ll share tried and tested tips & tricks to get you started...

Let’s face it. We’ve all got fears. Some rational, some not so much- but who decides that and how? Join our hosts as they dive deep into the depths of their own fears, what they’ve conquered or have yet to and discuss some common ones and why we might have them.    If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to our YouTube channel (@yougotwatch)! See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

Are our parents expecting too much from us? Whether you're living under your parents' roof or independently, we can’t escape parental expectations. Today, we explore how these expectations evolve from childhood to adulthood, how we deal with them and why they even exist.  If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a rating and subscribe to our YouTube channel (@yougotwatch)! See omnystudio.com/listener...

Many fresh graduates often feel the anxiety and panic of securing their first jobs post-graduation and some might not know where to start. This is further fuelled by changing times due to the pandemic and a generational shift in expectations in our first jobs. In this podcast episode, we discuss some practical tips on finding your first job and what we can expect during the transition from student...

Body image is something many have struggled with - from hating how you look to developing negative views and behaviours. In this episode, we delve into how our relationships with our bodies have changed over the years, how fitness became integral in our lives and what a healthy body means to us. Our hosts open up about personal experiences, mean comments and share tips on pursuing a healthier life...

Does absence really make the heart grow fonder? In this episode, we are joined by our friends, Jeslene and Sew, to share how they met their respective partners, their personal experience with LDR, the pros and cons of being in an LDR and tips on how to get through it. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to our YouTube channel (@yougotwatch) and leave us a rating! See omnystudio.com/listener for...

Imagine trying to plan for the best first date, only for it to get ruined moments later by THE date. Turns out, first-date fantasies in your head don't always turn out the way you expect it to be. Today, we are reacting to the worst, awkward and painful first date stories. So get yourselves comfy, because it's a hot mess out there and we’re here for it! If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to ou...

Beyond 9-5, it seems like work doesn't end there for some young adults. Side hustles are becoming a new norm. Listen in as our hosts share different side hustles they've had and the motivations behind them. If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to our YouTube channel (@yougotwatch) and leave us a rating! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you found THE ONE?! How do you even stay in love with THE ONE? In this episode, we delve into our experiences of falling in love - touching on love languages and attachment styles that shape our emotional connections.  If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to our YouTube channel (@yougotwatch) and leave us a rating! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are our friendship circles getting smaller?! In this episode of The Hop Pod, we are joined with Yes 933 Radio DJs Hazelle and Ze Liang to dive deep into an experience many of us face today: losing friends as we grow older. From setting healthy boundaries with friends to unpacking the secret of making friends in adulthood, listen in to their stories on navigating adult friendships where quality is...

Why are Millennials and Gen Zs hesitant about having kids? In this episode of The Hop Pod, we’re getting into society's changing values, money matters, environmental worries, and how our childhood experiences have played a role in shaping our thoughts. Bottom line is, how did this shift in mindset even happen?! Will we regret not having kids?!  If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to our YouTube...

In today's thought-provoking episode, we've invited Das DD, winner of the Best Rising Star at the Star Awards this year, to join our hosts to discuss whether our successes in life are primarily attributed to luck or hard work and examine other crucial factors that contribute to success.  If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to our YouTube channel (@yougotwatch) and leave us a rating! See omnystu...

Why are more Singapore millennials moving out? In today’s episode of The Hop Pod, we delve into another difficult question of #adulting — should we move out of our parents’ home to embark on our own independent journey? Whether it's the longing for freedom, pursuing career opportunities, or simply wanting to explore personal growth, the decision to move out is a significant step towards adulthood....

Can exes remain as friends? How does one move on from a committed relationship? Navigating a lost relationship can be a difficult task, and it's not uncommon for individuals to lose themselves in the process. In this episode of The Hop Pod, our hosts Joie, Q, and Nic share their personal experiences of overcoming their worst breakups and how they approached finding their next partner. If you enjoy...

Are you tired of constantly worrying about what others think of you? In this episode of The Hop Pod, Saffron Sharpe joins our hosts to chat about the fear of being disliked. What are the underlying factors that contribute to this fear and how can we be freed from these suffocating thoughts? Listen in as they share practical tips on embracing this journey.   If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe t...

Welcome to You Got Watch’s newest podcast series “The Hop Pod”! In our very first episode, we're diving straight into one of the most difficult dilemmas of #adulting – When do you know it's time to quit your job? Listen in as our hosts and SGAG’s Samantha spill the tea on why they left their jobs and how they navigated the quitting process.    If you enjoyed this episode, subscribe to our YouTube...

Introducing You Got Watch's first ever podcast series, The Hop Pod. The idea behind this podcast is to learn and share human stories on their journey while navigating different transitions in life. Stay tuned for the first episode launching on 12 July!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.