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Why are people pissed with PM Lee’s use of the phrase “Free Rider”? Elsewhere, a USC Prof was suspended for saying a Chinese word that sounds like a racial slur. Fair?  This episode is proudly brought to you by ShopBack ! They've got a big sale coming up on 9/9 so download the app at https://app.shopback.com/sf2020yalahbut ! Check out our #YLB Subreddit and our one SHIOK things below! Joe Rogan Ex...

These past few months have been weird. But it’s also made us realize some things that we never thought of before. This episode was done in collaboration with ShopBack (who love Yah Lah But too). So show them some love! This episode is proudly brought to you by ShopBack ! They've got a big sale coming up on 9/9 so check them out https://app.shopback.com/sf2020yalahbut ! Our #YLB Subreddit - Links t...

We speak to Pastor Miak Siew from Free Community Church, i.e. the only church in Singapore that “affirms same-sex and transgender relationships” as being “consistent with Christian faith and teachings”. And of course, he shares his thoughts on TrueLove. Is. Listen to the other 2 episodes in this trilogy exploring LGBTQ and religion! YLB #83 - TrueLove. Is and the Controversy Behind What They Do YL...

On 18 Aug 2020, news broke of Tangs Dept Store being investigated for a case where their staff allegedly requested a part-time promoter to remove her hijab. Things blew up and even President Halimah got involved. But was it really a case of discrimination? Elsewhere, Circles. Life got called out for their ad promoting a course to catch wild boars in SG. Why? Get Your Calli Low-Cal Ice Cream! Use t...

Yesterday, local YouTuber/ Radio DJ Dee Kosh admitted that there is “some truth” to the avalanche of sexual harassment allegations. Police investigations are ongoing, but how did all this happen? Elsewhere, a FB post by a restaurant owner about customers flouting social distancing rules went viral, but was it fair?  Our #YLB Subreddit -  https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/   This has links to all...

We speak to Sean Foo, founder of "Dear Straight People", Asia's leading LGBTQ+ platform which reaches 300,000+ people per month. We cover some deep topics and we also discuss the podcast we did last week with Pastor Norman and Tou Chen from TrueLove. Is on their controversial approach to LGBTQ issues.  Listen to the other 2 episodes in this trilogy exploring LGBTQ and religion! YLB #83 - TrueLove....

Joe Biden announced Kamala Harris as a running mate, which makes her the first Indian-American VP Candidate (she’s also half-Jamaican). It’s still US politics, but how could it affect us here in Sg? Elsewhere, Naomi Neo, one of the biggest influencers in Singapore, made a video about getting her dream car - a Lamborghini Huracan. Yay or nay?   Our #YLB Subreddit -  https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahB...

We’ve talked about TrueLove. Is’ videos in the past. And now we talk to them FACE-TO-FACE. We know we’re not from the LGBTQ community, which is why we will be getting a guest who is for one of the next episodes. We’re also trying to get a guest from one of the churches who have different approaches to LGBTQ. In the meantime, we hope this is thought-provoking, and if y’all have questions or comment...

2020 hasn’t been great for Ellen, but is shit finally hitting the fan for her? But are claims of her and her “toxic work culture” fair, justified or even surprising? What about the celebrities defending her? Closer to home, LTA’s guidelines lay out the Do’s & Don’ts of being a pedestrian, but is it even necessary? Our #YLB Subreddit -  https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/   This has links to al...

Earlier this week, a FB post by Meng Shuen Koh about his interactions with an elderly cleaner went viral, but after the Govt and MP Tan Chuan Jin stepped in, the Internet was divided. Why? Elsewhere, the new NDP song by Nathan Hartono has gotten some backlash. But is it fair?   Our #YLB Subreddit -  https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/   This has links to all the things we refer to in the podcast!...

A few days ago, a FB post by Mr Johann Loh calling for Singlish to be cancelled (along with 8 reasons why) went viral. Should it? Elsewhere, WP’s Pritam Singh and Leader of Opposition, will be getting twice the monthly allowance of an MP (SGD385,000 a year). Was it a masterstroke by the PAP? Note: We recorded this BEFORE Mr Singh announced what he’ll be doing with his increased salary, so just a h...

It’s been an interesting 2 weeks - appearing as guests on the No.1 Podcast in Singapore, having both XiaXue and Narelle Kheng on our podcasts, and getting A LOT of feedback on those episodes from our fans. We wrap our heads around all of that and respond to the feedback. Oh, and our podcast hit No.5 on Spotify’s charts this week too ;)   Our #YLB Subreddit -  https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/  ...

Another special episode with another special guest - Narelle Kheng. Well-known as a great musician, we talk about her recent convos with XiaXue, “woke” culture and her thoughts on the future of opposing viewpoints.    Our #YLB Subreddit -  https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/   This has links to all the things we refer to in the podcast!   Our "One Shiok Things" for this week! This conversation, gi...

In a special episode, we have a heart-to-heart with XiaXue and talk about stuff she’s never talked about before. Cancel culture, her recent convos with Narelle Kheng, and lots more. Whatever you think of her, you can’t deny that she’s influential. But at what cost to her own personal life? Our #YLB Subreddit -  https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/   This has links to all the things we refer to in t...

This week, Mediacorp faced backlash (again) for a CH8 drama with a character who is gay, a paedophile AND an STD-character. Fair criticism? Elsewhere, we wrap our heads around a video by TrueLove. Is about a “sexually-addicted” gay man who overcame his desires. Our #YLB Subreddit -  https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/   This has links to all the things we refer to in the podcast! Our "One Shiok Th...

It’s a historic moment in SIngapore’s history and well, it’s been a ride. We try to wrap our heads around what results mean, whether the PAP will change and what the next 5 years could look like. And we also say a big thanks to all of YOU :) Our #YLB Subreddit -  https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/   This has links to all the things we refer to in the podcast!  Peace! Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...

Just when we thought the “XX vs. Cancel Culture” was done, in steps Narelle Kheng (of Sam Willows fame). As “XX vs Narelle” went from tense to cordial and then INTENSE again, we wonder if it’s even possible for opposing views to be shared. We also address some comments on Reddit about “Cancel Culture”. Our #YLB Subreddit -  https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/   This has links to all the things we...

It’s DAY 9 and it’s time to COOL OFF. So no talk about p******s or G*2020. Instead, we talk about XiaXue’s diss on “cancel culture”. Do we agree or disagree? And we finally bring back our “One Shiok Thing” segment! Our #YLB Subreddit -  https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/   This has links to all the things we refer to in the podcast! Our "One Shiok Things" for this week! Brain Pickings – An invent...

It’s DAY 8, and we focus on an ST Article about WP’s Tan Chen Chen, but with a dubious headline. Is that responsible, given that people are deciding their votes? Elsewhere, XiaXue polarizes (again) but claws back (again). Our #YLB Subreddit -  https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/   This has links to all the things we refer to in the podcast! Peace! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in...

It’s DAY 7, and the drama continues. A ridiculous press release from the PAP about WP’s Raeesah Khan caused the Internet to erupt, but who’s to blame? And is it a good thing that people are using police reports to report everyone? Elsewhere, Dr Tambyah get’s POFMA-ed while RP’s Charles Yeo gives us much-needed sunlight and happiness. Our #YLB Subreddit -  https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/   This...

It’s DAY 6 and boy oh boy, did things change overnight. A police report filed against 2 tweets made by WP’s Raeesah Khan has divided Singapore. But what does it all mean? Elsewhere, “Aunty” Shirley shares her political views in a viral self-filmed video, and Lim Tean spends 12 minutes slamming MP Jo Teo. Our #YLB Subreddit -  https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/   This has links to all the things w...

It’s DAY 5 and the “10m population” controversy is only getting more heat. Doesn’t help that the PAP used “domestic abuse” as an analogy in an official press release. We also explore why Chee Soon Juan is such a polarising figure. Elsewhere, filmmaker Anthony Chen writes an open letter to Hwa Chong, and how come there are no new Indian PAP candidates?  Our #YLB Subreddit -  https://www.reddit.com/...

It’s DAY 4 and with all the buzz about how the OPPOSITION is “doing great”, we ask ourselves - are they really? So we try being 100% Pro-PAP and Anti-Opposition, with help from 2 online posts that have gone viral. Elsewhere, did MP Masagos make a booty call? And the real Charles Yeo (Reform Party) finally stands up. Our #YLB Subreddit -  https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/   This has links to all...

It's DAY 3 and we review the party broadcast from last night. We talk about their thoughts, styles and beards. We also talk about AsiaOne changing the title of an article, and writing another about female candidate fashion. Our #YLB Subreddit -  https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/   This has links to all the things we refer to in the podcast! Our "One Shiok Things" for this week! We were so obsess...

It’s DAY 2, and we’re still reeling from the excitement of the Live Debates from last night that saw PAP vs SDP vs PSP vs WP. And things got tense. So we wrap our heads around what happened then, and since. We also talk about an “advisory” Hwa Chong email, unapproved PAP banners and a REAL East Coast Plan. Our #YLB Subreddit -  https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/   This has links to all the things...