PM Lawrence Wong’s first Cabinet reshuffle is here—and while it includes new faces, many Singaporeans are asking whether it signals real change or safe stability. We break down the key promotions, political signals, and the continued dominance of public sector picks. Then, we turn to the viral photos of Yale-NUS books being discarded in recycling bins, sparking public outrage. Was it a logistics problem, a communications failure, or a symptom of something deeper about how institutions close chapters in Singapore?

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(00:00) Folklory
(00:53) Intro
(11:26) PM Wong Unveils “Strongest” Cabinet Line-Up
(48:34) Yale-NUS Dumps 9,000 Books
(01:08:19) One Shiok Comment
(01:09:57) One Shiok Thing

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PM Wong Unveils “Strongest” Cabinet Line-Up

• PM Wong unveils first full Cabinet: No second DPM, three coordinating ministers named
• No sharp turns in PM Wong’s first post-election Cabinet, but leadership shifts afoot: Analysts
• S'pore Cabinet reshuffle 2025: Who's going where?

Yale-NUS Dumps 9,000 Books

• Hundreds of Yale-NUS books discarded, sparking concerns among alumni over waste and loss
• NUS apologises for 'operational lapse' in dealing with books from Yale-NUS College library
• 'All of that work has just vanished': Yale-NUS faculty members criticise handling of library books

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Jeremy Tan, the independent candidate who contested Mountbatten SMC in GE2025 and earned a historic 36% vote breaks down what it’s really like running solo in a system built for parties. We talk about his motivations, regrets, his focus on Bitcoin, reflections on opposition unity and why Singapore needs more independents.

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(00:00) Words of Wisdom
(00:53) Intro
(03:50) Campaign Strategy and Rally
(05:20) Opposition Dynamics
(06:50) Jeremy's Personal Journey
(13:12) Motivations for Running
(14:53) Post-Election Opinion on Opposition
(22:09) Jeremy's Rally Prep
(28:07) A 'Clean' Fight with Goh Sze Kee?
(32:07) Policy Discussions and Criticisms
(38:26) Engagement with the Community
(41:40) Personal Reflections and Future Plans
(48:20) Opposition Volunteer's Network
(54:19) Do You Have to be Extroverted to Campaign?
(56:43) Family Reactions
(01:00:20) Municipality and Town Council Innovations
(01:06:04) Political Landscape and Youth Motivation
(01:14:45) One Shiok Thing

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SDP is wasting no time. Just two weeks after GE2025, they launched a petition to reform elections, unveiled a new social co-op to rival NTUC, and introduced a youth-led renewal campaign. But does it feel premature—or even too self-promotional? We discuss the optics and potential of their big moves. Then, we dive into Singapore’s new “Go 25” aircon campaign launched by Senior Minister of State Amy Khor, urging everyone to set their thermostats to 25°C. Is this practical or just greenwashing wrapped in cute mascots?

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(16:50) SDP Targets NTUC
(39:00) SG Sweats Over 25°C Aircon Campaign
(53:48) One Shiok Comment
(56:40) One Shiok Thing

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SDP Targets NTUC

• Chee Soon Juan calls for reforms to electoral system, says SDP will not retreat despite GE2025 losses
• Petition · Reform Singapore's Electoral System

SG Sweats Over 25°C Aircon Campaign

• New campaign to urge S’pore home, business, building owners to set air-cons at 25 deg C
• Go 25 | Green Buildings SG

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Sudhir Vadaketh joins us to unpack the GE2025 aftermath, the SDP controversies and and how WP pulled away from the opposition pack. We dive into the media vacuum during the NTUC saga, the difference between independent journalism and activism, and why the PAP’s fear messaging under Lawrence Wong felt out of sync. Plus: reflections on Paul Tambyah’s loss, the state of the NMP system, and what it takes to build public trust in media, and politics, today.

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(00:00) Words of Wisdom
(00:55) Intro
(01:29) General Election Coverage
(03:50) Challenges and Obstacles in Journalism
(10:12) Emotional Impact of Electoral Results
(16:55) Election Reflection and Public Perception
(26:56) Politics and Activism Debate
(27:20) Media and Politics
(30:09) NMP System Concerns
(32:34) Political Campaigning in Modern Era
(38:04) Style vs. Substance in Politics
(39:29) Charisma in Political Leadership
(45:10) Vitriol in Political Discourse
(50:48) Vision and Execution in Politics
(52:55) Transparency and Accountability
(53:25) Singapore Civil Society and Public Pressure
(56:46) Jom's Approach to Media and Journalism
(01:00:51) Jom's Transparency and Financial Needs
(01:07:14) One Shiok Thing

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The Su Haijin dinner saga continues to escalate as Ministers Ong Ye Kung & Chee Hong Tat lawyer up over online accusations, businessman Sam Goi takes ownership of organising the dinners, and Ho Ching defends all of them! The drama continues to raise questions about transparency and the “Rules of Prudence” written by SM Lee Hsien Loong himself when he was PM in 2020. Elsewhere inn Boon Tiong, residents revolt against their HDB’s bold new purple paint job, and the backlash sparks a rethink on how much say Singaporeans should have over public spaces. Even their newly-elected MP Foo Ceixiang had to step in and pause the painting. But do the residents have a point?

(00:00) Folklory
(00:55) Intro
(09:41) Ho Ching Defends Ministers in Su Haijin Saga
(36:00) HDB Residents Revolt over Purple Paint
(49:00) One Shiok Comment
(53:48) One Shiok Thing

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Ho Ching Defends Ministers in Su Haijin Saga

• Ong Ye Kung, Chee Hong Tat send lawyers’ letters to man who alleged they condoned Su Haijin's illegal activities
• Dinners involving ministers, Fujian gang member Su Haijin complied with COVID-19 measures: Sam Goi
• Ho Ching defends dinners that involved Su Haijin & ministers
• Letter from PM Lee Hsien Loong to PAP MPs on Rules of Prudence on 31 Jul 2020

HDB Residents Revolt over Purple Paint

• Some Tiong Bahru residents upset about HDB blocks being repainted a ‘gaudy’ purple without vote
• Tiong Bahru residents post 'urgent' sign after finding out their HDB blocks will be painted purple allegedly without 'voting process'

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Cherian George, Professor of Media & Politics, author, and ex-Straits Times political journalist, joins us to unpack the state of Singapore’s media, politics, and public discourse. We also cover GE2025, the problems & future of the PAP and the Opposition, how academic freedom was constrained in Singapore and how it ultimately affected his career. And with all that, Prof Cherian shares why he continutes to write about his home country even from abroad.

(00:00) Words of Wisdom
(00:55) Intro
(01:10) Election Hangover
(04:54) Political Shift in Singapore
(06:12) Hong Kong vs. Singapore Politics
(10:21) Media and Freedom of Speech
(17:52) Mainstream vs. Alternative Media
(22:51) Impact of Digital Media
(32:22) Criticism and Insecurity in Politics
(33:55) Training for New Media
(39:00) Role of Media in Political Messaging
(42:40) Impact of Social Media on Politicians
(57:38) Election Dynamics and Role of Opposition Parties
(01:05:52) Personal Reflection on Political Commentary
(01:08:44) Discussion on Independent Candidates
(01:10:19) Reflections on Future Political Coverage
(01:10:53) One Shiok Thing

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• Welcome to my place - Cherian George

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• Artificial Intelligence: A protective tool for journalists?

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Days after GE2025, a dinner photo featuring Ng Chee Meng, Su Haijin (a convicted money launderer), and billionaire Sam Goi surfaced online - raising eyebrows and trust issues. While Ong Ye Kung and Chee Hong Tat responded quickly, Ng Chee Meng’s delayed statement came off vague and defensive. Even weirder, he “asked” PM Wong to not consider him for a cabinet position. Why does this incident matter? What does it say about how the new government will handle accountability? And are the public’s standards for transparency rising faster than the system can handle? In other news, we dive deep into the drama surrounding one woman’s struggles with a premium matchmaking agency.

(00:00) Words of Wisdom
(01:00) Intro
(09:03) Ng Chee Meng Responds to Money Launderer & MOE Controversies
(51:52) Woman's Matchmaking Refund Drama
(01:01:56) One Shiok Comment
(01:05:00) One Shiok Thing

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Ng Chee Meng Responds to Money Launderer & MOE Controversies

• Labour chief Ng Chee Meng asks PM Wong not to assign him any position in government
• Ong Ye Kung, Chee Hong Tat don’t know Fujian gang member Su Haijin personally: Statement
• Ng Chee Meng met Fujian gang member Su Haijin at engagement session, had no further interactions
• Ng Chee Meng apologises for how he acted in 2017 MOE dialogue with teachers

Woman's Matchmaking Refund Drama

• Woman, 31, who earns over S$10,000 a month, seeks refund from S'pore matchmaking agency for not linking her up with guys with suitable incomes, looks & education levels

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We deep dive into the final GE2025 results and recap the biggest stories. From PAP’s 65.57% popular vote & PM Lawrence Wong’s intact Cabinet to unexpected defeats like Dr Paul Tambyah’s and Dr Chee Soon Juan’s emotional near-miss. We also share our thoughts on what we think influenced the results, fallout of controversies involving Gigine Wong and Ng Chee Meng, the rise of independent and star party candidates, the impact of ground campaigning and what the results mean for the PAP, Opposition Parties and Singapore going forward.

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(00:00) Intro
(06:50) Dissecting the Surprises, Shocks & Upsets of the GE2025 Results
(01:21:42) One Shiok Comment
(01:24:30) One Shiok Thing

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GE2025 Results

• Here are all the results for GE2025

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