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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 𝙀𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝘊𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘌𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘦𝘴 𝘳𝘦𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘴 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘰𝘶𝘵! 𝘞𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘔𝘪𝘭𝘭𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘋𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘳 𝘚𝘵𝘢𝘮𝘱 𝘙𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺, 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘮𝘦𝘢𝘭 𝘣𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨𝘴 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘤𝘭𝘰𝘴𝘦𝘳 𝘵𝘰 5...

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 𝟮 Check 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 S...

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 𝘆𝗼𝘂...

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 Adam Photographer Sharon Ar...

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! (0...

Recorded onsite at Burnley FC, we speak with Sean Bai, Chief of Staff of Football about Singapore’s AFC Asian Cup qualification, belief under pressure, and lessons from inside an English football club. He also shares his experience of being the only Singaporean in a UK football club, and how the “kampung” spirit is alive in Burnley. 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗰𝗸 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗕𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗹𝗲𝘆 𝗙𝗖! Burnley FC’s website Burnley FC on Instagra...

It’s the first-ever SINKIE AWARDS! This is the inaugural version of our own Yah Lah But Year-end Awards, and it’s unlike any Singaporean award show you’ve ever seen. “Sinkies” will be given out across 6 categories that involve defining news stories and newsworthy individuals. Follow along, and let us know if you agree or disagree. 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗸𝗹𝗼𝗿𝘆 If you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help...

Singapore won 52 gold medals at the SEA Games, but during a review, Mark Chay, Secretary General of SNOC, criticised football and badminton performances. Separately, an influencer came under investigation over alleged conduct involving her pet dog, drawing widespread attention and official scrutiny.  𝗧𝗘𝗟𝗟 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗙𝗜𝗥𝗦𝗧 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝟮 Check out the second season of our edutainment podcast that dives into a f...

Bertha Henson returns to talk to us about her reflections on GE2025, how the senior and new ministers have been faring, as well as her latest book: “How To Be A Singapore Election SUPERSTAR“. We also discuss the role of Singaporean voters, how media is evolving (sometimes not for the better), and the recent controversy involving Pritam Singh and CNA. (00:00) Words of Wisdom (00:45) Intro (01:27) B...

A shooting at Sydney’s Bondi Beach prompted global scrutiny and increased police patrols in Singapore, alongside statements condemning hate-based violence. Separately, a Bras Basah food court stall drew attention for charging a flat S$2 for all hot coffees and teas. 𝙎𝙥𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙤𝙧: 𝘿𝙞𝙧𝙚𝙘𝙩𝘼𝙨𝙞𝙖 𝙄𝙣𝙨𝙪𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝘋𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘈𝘴𝘪𝘢 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦𝘴 𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘴𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘦, 𝘧𝘭𝘦𝘹𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘦, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘢𝘧𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘥𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦. 𝘛𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘺𝘦𝘢𝘳-𝘦𝘯𝘥, 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘯𝘦𝘸 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘩𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘤𝘢𝘳...

Mediacorp removed a CNA interview with Pritam Singh after concerns it could amount to contempt of court, with both parties issuing apologies. Separately, a Singapore wedding venue went viral for rejecting an influencer’s request for a free S$15,000 anniversary event. 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗸𝗹𝗼𝗿𝘆 If you’re looking for a meaningful gift, we’d love to help you create a personal podcast for a loved one. Get started at Fo...

Gavin Lee, the newly instated Singapore national team head coach, returns to YLB to discuss his appointment, the experience clinching a spot at the Asian Cup after beating Hong Kong, and the structural challenges facing the FAS, following recent results and growing public scrutiny. 𝗦𝗵𝗼𝘄 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗙𝗔𝗦! FAS on Instagram 𝙎𝙥𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙤𝙧: 𝘿𝙞𝙧𝙚𝙘𝙩𝘼𝙨𝙞𝙖 𝙄𝙣𝙨𝙪𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝘋𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘈𝘴𝘪𝘢 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦𝘴 𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘴𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘦, 𝘧𝘭𝘦𝘹𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘦, 𝘢𝘯...

HDB’s latest survey shows resident satisfaction falling in 13 of 17 areas, including cleanliness, noise and privacy. Elsewhere, the Standard Chartered Marathon drew criticism over safety and congestion, prompting responses from organisers. (00:00) Operation S.O.S. (01:36) Intro (06:44) HDB Resident Satisfaction Drops in 13 Areas (26:27) Backlash Against Stanchart Marathon (41:02) One Shiok Comment...

We recorded our first-ever live podcast recording outside of Singapore! With a small intimate crowd in the heart of London! We talk about a recent viral debate about Singaporean Chinese men, and spoke to 2 wonderful Yah Lah But fans about life in the UK. 𝗔 𝗯𝗶𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝗦𝗵𝘂𝗶 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹! For lending us their venue! They’ve got awesome food and drink so please check them out here ! 𝗧𝗘𝗟𝗟 𝗬𝗢𝗨 𝗙𝗜𝗥𝗦𝗧 𝗦...

The High Court upheld Pritam Singh’s conviction for lying to a parliamentary committee, prompting public and political responses. Separately, an East-West Line delay went unreported on official channels, renewing discussion on commuter information during MRT disruptions. 𝗡𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗮 𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝟲𝟬 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗪𝗶𝘀𝗱𝗼𝗺! We’re recording 60 Folklories with 60 Singaporeans above 60 yrs as part of our “W...

A new SNEF survey shows nearly three in five employers planning a 2026 hiring freeze and slower wage growth. Separately, a Haji Lane shop posted CCTV footage of a minor allegedly stealing a camera, resulting in the father reaching out to “scold” the owner of the shop. 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗬𝗮𝗵 𝗟𝗮𝗵 𝗕𝘂𝘁 𝗠𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗵! We got t-shirts, caps & stickers here ! Sales ends at 11:59pm on Thu, 4 Dec 2025 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗸𝗹𝗼𝗿𝘆 If you’re...

Anjani Sinha , the Trump-appointed US ambassador to SG, ruffled feathers when he said that the US has helped with the Singapore “miracle”. Elsewhere, the Singapore Sports Hub is officially renamed The Kallang as part of a national branding refresh. 𝙎𝙥𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙤𝙧: 𝘿𝙞𝙧𝙚𝙘𝙩𝘼𝙨𝙞𝙖 𝙄𝙣𝙨𝙪𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝘋𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘈𝘴𝘪𝘢 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦𝘴 𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘴𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘦, 𝘧𝘭𝘦𝘹𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘦, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘢𝘧𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘥𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦. 𝘛𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘺𝘦𝘢𝘳-𝘦𝘯𝘥, 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘯𝘦𝘸 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘩𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘤𝘢𝘳 𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘱𝘰𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘺...

New workforce surveys show Singapore employees prioritising flexiwork, free lunches and subsidised commutes for returning to the office, but is it representative of what every employee thinks? Elsewhere, metal nets were installed at an Indus Road court to block pickleball after noise complaints, drawing mixed reactions. 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗬𝗮𝗵 𝗟𝗮𝗵 𝗕𝘂𝘁 𝗠𝗲𝗿𝗰𝗵! We got t-shirts, caps & stickers at: https://ww...

PM Wong’s comments on China–Japan tensions sparked waves of reaction from Chinese netizens. Meanwhile, two Tiong Bahru blocks narrowly missed qualifying for HIP, prompting public statements from MPs Foo Cexiang and Pritam Singh. 𝙎𝙥𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙤𝙧: 𝘿𝙞𝙧𝙚𝙘𝙩𝘼𝙨𝙞𝙖 𝙄𝙣𝙨𝙪𝙧𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝘋𝘪𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘈𝘴𝘪𝘢 𝘮𝘢𝘬𝘦𝘴 𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘴𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘦, 𝘧𝘭𝘦𝘹𝘪𝘣𝘭𝘦, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘢𝘧𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘥𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦. 𝘛𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘺𝘦𝘢𝘳-𝘦𝘯𝘥, 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘯𝘦𝘸 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘩𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘤𝘢𝘳 𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦 𝘱𝘰𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘺 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘴 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 $150 𝘦𝘊𝘢𝘱...

Now that Singapore’s football team has qualified for the AFC, the big question is whether Gavin Lee should become the Lions’ next permanent head coach. Elsewhere, Miss Mexico takes the Miss Universe 2025 crown amid controversy, walkouts, and spectators booing finalists. 𝙄𝙣 𝙋𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙝𝙞𝙥 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙈𝙚𝙩𝙖 𝘐𝘧 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳 𝘦𝘯𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘴𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘴𝘶𝘴𝘱𝘪𝘤𝘪𝘰𝘶𝘴 𝘰𝘯 𝘞𝘩𝘢𝘵𝘴𝘈𝘱𝘱, 𝘥𝘰𝘯’𝘵 𝘫𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘪𝘨𝘯𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘮 – 𝘣𝘭𝘰𝘤𝘬𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘱𝘳...

Jacky Ng joins us to unpack the news around Acting MCCY Minister David Neo, who apologised after getting backlash for calling Hong Kong fans and football players “idiots,” while speaking to the SG team in their locker room after the match. Elsewhere, PM Wong gave some spicy thoughts on inequality and what SG is doing to combat it, while being interviewed at the Bloomberg New Economy Forum. 𝙎𝙥𝙤𝙣𝙨𝙤𝙧...

Andie Chen joins us to unpack the recent news of a popular school canteen vendor announces closure after receiving complaints from parents and the public on his viral video featuring him interacting with a student. Andie also shares with us the backstory around the annnouncement of his family’s acquisition of Creative Eateries, the local F&B empire, and why he believes in the local F&B Ind...

Dr Mathew Mathews joins us to unpack Singapore’s latest race and religion survey by IPS, from national identity trends to why many still rank religious and ethnic identity above being Singaporean. He’s the Head of the Social Lab & Principal Research Fellow at the Institute of Policy Studies, National University of Singapore, so he definitely knows what he’s talking about. We explore sensitivit...

Sebastian Tan, aka Broadway Beng, deep dives into his life as a performer - from the hard start to his career, going on 13-month tour around the UK as a lead actor on the West End play, Miss Saigon to dealing with fame, burnout, and his creative reinvention as Broadway Beng. He also shares more about his upcoming show called Divorce Party, which makes him nervous because it’s so….daring. 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿...

After being fined $30,000 for abetting obstruction of justice, property tycoon Ong Beng Seng has kept his Singapore PR status - receiving only a warning from ICA. Elsewhere, an Indian tourist in Singapore goes viral after confronting McDonald’s staff over a “non-veg” burger. (00:00) TELL YOU FIRST Season 2 (01:20) Intro (05:05) Ong Beng Seng Keeps PR Status Despite Conviction (28:19) Indian Touris...