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Earlier this week, Science Centre Singapore cancelled a ticketed event organised to discuss the differences between sex and gender, after an outcry from some members of the public. Could Science Centre have done anything differently to make this event palatable? Elsewhere, a Crystal Jade promo where diners could get free char siew for reciting a Cantonese insult drew flak for being “demeaning” to children. Is this another case of the “wokeness movement” making life very burdensome? (00:00) Intro(05:29) Science Centre Cancels Talk About Sex and Gender(27:21) Crystal Jade Offers Char Siew For Cantonese Insult(48:36) One Shiok Comment(53:41) One Shiok ThingFind us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB Telegram ChannelYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf 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.comOur Podcast SurveyWant to start a podcast but don’t know how? We want to help!Fill up this short survey to tell us your biggest concerns or questionsWe’ll try our best to develop a solution for YOU!It’ll really help us out, and will take just 2 minutes. Thanks!Science Centre Cancels Talk About Sex and GenderScience Centre cancels talk discussing differences between sex and gender following public outcryScience Centre cancels event discussing sex and gender after public feedback - CNAScience Cafe Events by Science Centre SingaporeCrystal Jade Offers Char Siew For Cantonese Insult Free char siew offer at Crystal Jade outlets splits patrons — some say it 'demeans' kids, others find it funnyCrystal Jade’s char siew promotion draws flak with ‘demeaning’ Cantonese phraseThe video ad on Crystal Jade’s IG‘Giving birth to char siu is better than giving birth to you’: Cantonese insult goes viral after Singapore restaurant promoOne Shiok CommentComment by dinie07Comment by splattered1One Shiok ThingWhat Mbappe's transfer to Real Madrid means for everyoneFrom China To US: The Illegal Trek Chinese Migrants Are Making To America | Part 1/3 - Walk The LineMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

This past weekend, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky made a surprise appearance at the Shangri-La Dialogue, where he called on Asian countries to join an upcoming Swiss-led peace summit to discuss the terms needed to end the war. While he was applauded by many and even hailed for his “leadership” by Minister of Defence Ng Eng Hen, online commenters criticised the move to host him here. Why the mixed reception? Meanwhile, a new Raffles statue at Fort Canning ignited debate about attitudes towards our colonial past, with even Tommy Koh, Gwee Li Sui and Neil Humphreys wading into the discussion. Is this another case of wokeness gone too far?(00:00) A message from Folklory(00:51) Intro(07:32) Ukrainian President Zelensky Calls Out China(32:07) New Raffles Statue Sparks Debate About Colonialism(48:31) One Shiok Comment(52:40) One Shiok Thing Find us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB Telegram ChannelYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryBook a Folklory experience for your dad this Father’s Day!Order by 7th June on Folklory.com to guarantee your slotOur Podcast SurveyWant to start a podcast but don’t know how? We want to help!Fill up this short survey to tell us your biggest concerns or questionsWe’ll try our best to develop a solution for YOU!It’ll really help us out, and will take just 2 minutes. Thanks!Ukrainian President Zelensky Calls Out ChinaUkraine’s Zelensky arrives in Singapore, in hopes of rallying support from Asian countriesWatch: Zelenskyy accuses China of pressuring other countries not to attend upcoming Ukraine peace talksSingapore and Ukraine sign air deal during President Zelensky’s visitUS defense chief hails security partnerships in Asia in face of Russia, China threatsNew Raffles Statue Sparks Debate About Colonialism‘Colonialism is not neutral’: Third public statue of Sir Stamford Raffles ignites online debate'The Coloniser' is the perfect female villain wrestler for S'pore Pro WrestlingOne Shiok CommentComment by butthenhorReddit post from kuang89One Shiok ThingTelescope-sg - App for Parliament QuestionsEminem - Houdini [Official Music Video]Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

This week, PM Wong waded into the case of the migrant worker who was fired for his involvement in a loan shark harassment case, when he wrote a letter to ICA and MOM about the issue. However, the appeal didn’t work, and the migrant worker, Mr Sharif, was forced to leave Singapore this morning. What was the entire fiasco really about? Elsewhere, passengers and crew of Singapore Airlines  have come forward with gripes about SIA’s new safety measures after last week’s turbulence incident. Why are people already calling these new safety measures an “overreaction”?(00:00) A message from Folklory(01:42) Intro(07:11) Migrant Worker in Loan Shark Case Leaves Singapore(34:42) SIA Passengers Lament New Safety Measures(49:19) One Shiok Comment(51:58) One Shiok ThingFind us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB Telegram ChannelYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryBook a Folklory experience for your dad this Father’s Day!Order by 7th June on Folklory.com to guarantee your slotOur Podcast SurveyWant to start a podcast but don’t know how? We want to help!Fill up this short survey to tell us your biggest concerns or questionsWe’ll try our best to develop a solution for YOU!It’ll really help us out, and will take just 2 minutes. Thanks!Serious TopicSpecial pass of migrant worker fired over 'loan shark' harassment not extended further after last ditch appealMigrant worker, 46, fired over 'loan shark' harassment case, to leave S'pore by May 31 MOM and police refute claims they had asked migrant worker’s employer to deport him#SharifStays: An urgent updatePAP MP Christopher de Souza cleared of improper conduct as lawyer; 'extremely pleased' at being vindicatedGoofy TopicSQ321 incident: SIA’s new safety measures affecting in-flight service, raising crew stress levelsSIA taking more cautious approach to meal service, safety measures during flight turbulenceOne Shiok CommentComment from LonganLeeComment from junglejimbo88One Shiok Thing$30,000,000 AI Is Hiding a ScamA woman has mapped out public toilets with bidet in S'poreMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

A recent study by the Singapore Department of Statistics found that hawker food prices rose by 6.1% in 2023, the highest increase since 2008. The study also provoked the ire of KF Seetoh and other online commenters; why were people upset about it? Elsewhere, NTU student activists were up in arms about ExxonMobil’s involvement in a new lab initiative on their campus. Is this just another manifestation of the “wokeness” movement or do they have a point here?(00:00) A message from Folklory(02:08) Intro(11:21) Hawker Prices Increasing at Slower Rate(35:39) NTU Student Activists “Protest” New Lab Initiative(50:12) One Shiok Comment(57:32) One Shiok ThingFind us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB Telegram ChannelYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeOur LIVE EVENT!Get your tickets here!$30 includes a custom YLB cocktail/ mocktail Happening on Sat, 8 June 2024 at Monk’s Brew Club FolkloryBook a Folklory experience for your dad this Father’s Day!Order by 7th June on Folklory.com to guarantee your slotIf you’ve got questions, click here to chat with us on WhatsApp!Hawker Prices Increasing at Slower RateHawker food prices rose by 6.1% in 2023, but cost pressures easing7 hawkers joined succession scheme in two years; others cite lack of incentives to joinSHawker Food Price Trends Across Cooked Food Establishment Types | SingStatDOS | SingStat Website - FAQ on Consumer Price Index (CPI)Progressive Wage Model for the food services sectorFB Post by KF SeetohNTU Student Activists “Protest” New Lab Initiative'We don't buy it': Student activists protest ExxonMobil's role in S$60m low-carbon research lab at NTUNTU Divest (@ntudivest) on InstagramFossil-Fuelled Universities | Students for a Fossil Free FutureNTU Singapore, ExxonMobil and A*STAR launch S$60 million corporate labOne Shiok CommentComment by chestheflashComment by nicholasgerard1579One Shiok ThingParis Hilton and Carter Reum on AI, Parenting and “Creating the Next Disney”Marvel Animation's X-Men '97 | Official Trailer | Disney+Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

One passenger died and many others were badly injured after a Singapore Airlines flight from London to Singapore encountered severe turbulence, forcing the jet to divert to Bangkok. The terrifying incident has left many questions for observers; we discuss what we thought about SIA’s response. Elsewhere, an unofficial portrait of Kate Middleton commissioned by Tatler Magazine has drawn ridicule, with some even commenting that it was disrespectful to the Princess. Are people simply not understanding the artist’s intention, or was it really a bad portrait(00:00) On this episode...(00:20) Intro(03:46) Singapore Airlines’ Handling of Turbulence Incident(33:20) Kate Middleton Portrait Ridiculed(52:32) One Shiok Comment(57:05) One Shiok ThingFind us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf 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.comSingapore Airlines’ Handling of Turbulence IncidentHow the Singapore Airlines turbulence incident unfoldedCNA Explains: How often does turbulence occur, and how did it affect flight SQ321?Passengers injured in turbulence-hit SIA flight could receive varying compensationNo meal service when seat belt sign on: Singapore Airlines adjusts turbulence measures in wake of SQ321SQ321 turbulence: Singapore Airlines apologises after injured passenger complains about carrier's silenceSingapore Airlines death: Is climate change making air turbulence worse?AirAsia CEO Tony Fernandes has given a lesson in crisis management | PR WeekKate Middleton Portrait Draws RidiculeTatler magazine’s Kate Middleton portrait sparks debateKing Charles’ first official portrait by Jonathan Yeo unveiledOne Shiok CommentComments on YLB #527Comment by MartyOne Shiok Thing"I hope there's a statue in the making" | Jurgen Klopp watches emotional Liverpool tributes to himJoe Rogan Experience #2152 - Terrence HowardMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

In an unprecedented move, the prosecutor's office of the International Criminal Court has requested arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, his defence chief and three Hamas leaders for alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity. What does this mean for the Israel-Hamas conflict? Closer to home, a South Korean DJ who incorporates Buddhist mantras into his sets while wearing a monk's robe, is facing calls to have his upcoming show in Singapore cancelled. Should the authorities heed those calls?Find us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeOur Live Event!Happening on Sat, Jun 8 2024Join our Telegram group by clicking here!We’ll share the link to buy tickets at 3pm on Thu, 23 May 2024Israeli PM Could Be Charged for War CrimesIsrael Gaza war: ICC prosecutor seeks arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Hamas leadersICC statement on arrest warrants of Israeli and Hamas leadersExperts react: The ICC prosecutor wants Netanyahu and Hamas leaders arrested for war crimes. What’s next?What does the International Criminal Court do? - BBC NewsReactions to ICC prosecutor's request for arrest warrants for Israeli, Hamas leadersAmal Clooney supports ICC’s decision to seek arrest warrants against Israeli and Hamas leadersEXCLUSIVE: “You Have Been Warned”: Republican Senators Threaten the ICC Prosecutor over Possible Israel Arrest WarrantsEuropean leaders divided on ICC arrest warrant bid for Netanyahu – POLITICOKorean DJ “Monk” Might Be CancelledSouth Korean DJ 'monk' NewJeansNim faces calls to cancel Singapore showBuddhist body, nightclub in talks amid concerns over upcoming S’pore shows by DJ ‘monk’One Shiok CommentComment by accidentaljuristComment by yusofishak1965One Shiok ThingSifan Hassan -The legend of Tokyo 2020Hitler and the Nazis: Evil on Trial | Official Trailer | NetflixMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

This week, Singapore witnessed the historic handover of the PM role from Lee Hsien Loong to Lawrence Wong, which happened on a balmy Wednesday evening at the Istana grounds. What was unique, interesting, and strange about this once-in-a-generation swearing-in ceremony? Elsewhere, an advertisement peddling a “Masterclass in Leadership” featuring Tan Chuan-Jin received flak online, to the point the ad was removed. Is the criticism fair? Why should anyone begrudge him making an honest living?(00:00) On this episode...(00:14) Intro(04:50) PM Lawrence Wong Takes Over(42:01) Tan Chuan-Jin Masterclass Draws Flak(59:44) One Shiok Comment(01:02:10) One Shiok ThingFind us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf 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.comPM Lawrence WongPM Lawrence Wong to S’poreans: ‘Join me and my team in our journey forward’'We will lead in our own way': Lawrence Wong takes office as fourth Prime Minister of SingaporeIn full: Lawrence Wong's first speech as Singapore Prime MinisterTan Chuan-Jin Masterclass Draws FlakLeadership masterclass taught by Tan Chuan-Jin is real, costs S$1,090 per paxOne Shiok CommentComment by old_man_twix_eaterComment by keepgoing335One Shiok ThingPremier League: 10 things to look out for on the final day of the seasonAbout Natalie Dau’s Project 1000Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

NCMP Leong Mun Wai of the Progress Singapore Party stops by the YLB studio to tell us why he chose to return to Singapore after 18 years, why we should avoid voting with our feet,, and reveals his message to critics of his behaviour in Parliament.(00:00) Intro(02:00) Interest in Politics(07:12) Why Come Back to Singapore(10:43) The Direction of Singapore(13:09) How Society Should Be(17:30) Balancing Idealism and Pragmatism(24:08) Singapore's Precarious Position(30:24) SkillsFuture(36:54) Birthrate(42:52) Finance Industry in Singapore(48:43) Investment in Training Locals(55:43) Singapore Attracting Rich People(01:12:49) One Shiok Thing Find us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryCapture stories & memories from your parents while they are still around!Click here to chat with us on WhatsApp, or find out more info at Folklory.com One Shiok ThingConan And Jordan Are Co-Hosting A Radio Show | Conan O'Brien RadioFallout - Official Trailer | Prime VideoFind Leong Mun Wai!Personal Website, LeonMunWai.sgInstagramFacebookProgress Singapore Party FacebookMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

MOH is allegedly looking into tightening rules on MCs after receiving feedback about doctors issuing them improperly. What does this mean for employees who are genuinely sick? Elsewhere, it appears that surge pricing has come to concerts in Singapore, specifically for the Hamilton musical, and Laufey’s upcoming concert. Is this going to be a new paradigm for concert-going as we know it; and we debate whether this is a bad thing.Find us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf 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.comRules on Taking MC to Be StricterMOH to tighten rules on MCs after feedback on docs issuing them excessively or improperly | The Straits Times[Jul 2023] Can you get an MC in under 1 minute? CNA tests telemedicine apps to find out - CNAClinic investigated for issuing MCs without audio or video consultation on telemedicine platform - CNADynamic Pricing for Concerts Comes to SingaporeSurge prices for concerts, shows? Fans irked as dynamic pricing creeps into S'pore ticket sales - TODAY[Jun 2023] Taylor Swift Adds Dozens Of Overseas Shows—Here’s Why Tickets Could Be A Lot Cheaper Than In The U.S.One Shiok CommentComment by Marty-gv4nvComment by ayu_adamsOne Shiok ThingWhy Uniqlo's $20 Shoulder Bag Is the Internet's Go-To EDC Pack | Gear PatrolLana Del Rey x Billie Eilish - Ocean Eyes/Video Games - Live at Coachella 2024Mics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak

In anticipation of Lawrence Wong taking over as PM next week, he sat down for a wide-ranging interview with The Economist magazine. What did we learn about the PM-designate and his leadership style in this piece? Elsewhere, Singaporeans lamented the loss of yet another local icon; this time, it’s Thambi Magazine Store at Holland Village. Are we hypocrites for reminiscing about the store and calling for it to be saved, but not supporting the business while it was still around?Find us here!Our websiteYLB SubredditYLB TikTokYLB IGYLB YouTubeFolkloryIf 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.comCan Lawrence Wong Make Unpopular Decisions?Lawrence Wong in his own wordsAn interview with Lawrence Wong, Singapore’s next PMPM-to-be Lawrence Wong willing to make 'hard decisions' but will listen to all views: Economist interviewHow to Save Holland Village Magazine StoreEnd of an era as Thambi Magazine Store closes down after more than 80 yearsMeet the man who's keeping Holland Village's iconic Thambi Magazine Store goingHolland Village magazine store owner getting help to reopen shop at new spotLament Thambi magazine store closing, but stop the hypocritical heritage wailingNHB - Our Sg Heritage Plan 2.0 Information Centre: IndustryOne Shiok CommentSpotify link to our last episodeOne Shiok ThingSingaporean actress-singer Nathania Ong to play Eliza in West End staging of HamiltonCrush! | iPad Pro | AppleMics and Headphones from @shureChairs from @ergotunechairDesk from @castlerysgEdited and mixed by Tristen Yeak