Best Hdb Podcasts (2025)

1
The Psychology of Color: How Paint Transforms Your HDB Home 0:20

Play Pause

3d ago0:20

0:20

In this debut episode, we dive into the fascinating world of color psychology and how it shapes your everyday life within your home. Did you know that the color of your bedroom can affect your sleep quality? Or that your living room hues can influence social gatherings and moods? Join us as we uncover the science and art of choosing the right shade…

1
S1E58: What’s love gotta do with waiting for a BTO flat from HDB? 28:27

5d ago28:27

28:27

Could less waiting time reduce stress on a marriage and how can couples strengthen their relationships in the face of life challenges? Synopsis: Every second Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times takes a hard look at Singapore's social issues of the day with guests. With HDB planning to introduce more Shorter Waiting Time (SWT) Build-To-Order (…

1
I Bought a $790K HDB and then left my $100K Job to Build a better life. [Chills 235 ft Asher Chua] 42:17

12d ago42:17

42:17

What would you do if you walked away from a six-figure corporate job in your 20s to completely reimagine your life? We sit with Asher Chua, a former workaholic who traded quotas and endless sales calls for something entirely different. He’s experimented with side hustles, built his own consultancy, and even made some bold life decisions while juggl…

1
Working Overseas vs in Singapore: Salary, Costs & Career Growth [W&S 141] 42:08

14h ago42:08

42:08

Ever wondered if building your career overseas is really worth it—or if staying closer to home could actually give you more? Join us with two remarkable guests who’ve lived the global career life, then made the bold decision to return home. Here’s what you’ll hear: The real trade-offs between global roles abroad and regional success at home How fam…

1
S2E27: Should you invest your CPF? 25:20

20h ago25:20

25:20

Investing your CPF might be exciting, but ensure you have enough too for housing and retirement. Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, get a headstart in your personal finance and career with The Straits Times. Retirement seems like ages away for a young person, and the CPF that accumulates can feel like money just sitting in a fund.…

1
S2E44: Church and fortune-tellers: Why Filipinos find solace in both 21:03

4d ago21:03

21:03

Asia’s only Christian nation, the Philippines, is devoutly Catholic. Yet, why do so many turn to peddlers of potions and talismans as well? Synopsis: Every first Friday of the month, The Straits Times catches up with its foreign correspondents about life and trends in the countries they're based in. One afternoon, Philippines correspondent Mara Cep…

1
What NO ONE Tells You About Being A Male Nurse in Singapore 28:50

4d ago28:50

28:50

What’s it really like being a male nurse in a female-dominated industry? Can men thrive in a profession built on caring for others/strangers? And how does someone go from doubting their place in the ward to leading thousands across the healthcare system? In today's episode of The Daily Ketchup, we celebrate 140 years of nursing in Singapore and sit…

1
S1E65: WP offers S’poreans distinct alternatives to the PAP, say the party’s new MPs 30:19

4d ago30:19

30:19

A marathon Parliament session unfolded last week, as MPs debated the President’s Address over five days. A total of 81 MPs spoke in support of the motion, including the 32 newly elected members who delivered their maiden speeches. They raised issues ranging from job and wage anxieties to bridging the wealth inequality gap and the disruption caused …

1
How To Beat Low-Yield Savings & Make Your Cash Work Hard For You [Chills 236 ft Aberdeen SDEI] 39:32

5d ago39:32

39:32

SSB rates are down. T-bills are down. Your cash is losing its mojo. So, what’s the next move? Everyone’s asking the same question: “Where can I park my cash to get a better yield, without taking on huge risk?” Join us as we crack the code on a smarter alternative. We’re talking about a fund designed for one job: to consistently beat cash. Learn abo…

1
Longevity Supplements: Hype, Hope, or Real Business? [TBS 32 ft Qurio & Xandro Lab] 43:33

6d ago43:33

43:33

Can popping a pill really make you feel like you’ve upgraded from a mid-tier phone to the latest flagship model? In this episode, one of us is skeptical… the other swears by it. We unpack the booming longevity supplement space with two guests who are right in the thick of it: - Dr. Eugene He – biotechnologist, naturopath, and CEO of Qurio Pte Ltd, …

1
S1E141: Grieving matters: How to cope with the loss of a loved one 38:38

6d ago38:38

38:38

Grief is a painful, individual emotional and physical response to a significant loss. But it can be managed. Synopsis: Every first Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times helps you make sense of health matters that affect you. Grief is a painful, individual emotional and physical response to a significant loss. Death, divorce, the loss of a home …

1
S1E8: Competing for the Porsche Carrera Cup during F1 Grand Prix weekend in SG 32:35

7d ago32:35

32:35

How a 36-year-old will be racing on the Marina Bay Street Circuit in Oct 2025 Synopsis: Every 3rd Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times examines not just vehicle prices but wider transport issues and trends connected to public and private transport. Host and senior transport correspondent Lee Nian Tjoe chats with Mr Roy Tang, who puts in his be…

1
Why you're FAT (hint: it's not your fault) 37:58

7d ago37:58

37:58

What's the REAL reason you've been unable to lose weight? For years, we’ve heard the same weight loss advice: eat less, move more, cut carbs, and push harder at the gym. But what if the biggest reason you’re struggling with weight isn’t your fault? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Ben (Chief Medical Officer of the ORA Group) to reveal why obes…

1
The Future Is Deep Tech: How Mid-Career Professionals Can Pivot [W&S 140 ft SGInnovate] 36:57

8d ago36:57

36:57

Thinking about switching careers, but unsure if leaving the stability of an MNC for a startup is the right move? In this episode, we dive into: - Why some mid-career professionals are pivoting to deep tech startups - The surprising opportunities in Singapore’s growing innovation scene - What it really takes to thrive in a startup environment compar…

1
S2E43: Tanks and missiles: The implications of China's grand military parade 22:42

11d ago22:42

22:42

Beijing’s message was clear: We are a great power and a force for good. Synopsis: Every fourth Friday of the month, The Straits Times will now analyse the hottest political and trending talking points, alternating between its Malaysia and China bureaus. For September, host and deputy foreign editor Albert Wai connects again with senior China corres…

1
The TRUTH About Zhen Zhen (according to Zhen Zhen) 33:32

11d ago33:32

33:32

Singapore’s Tiktok Phenomenon Zhen Zhen built a following that sparks equal parts laughter, criticism, and curiosity. Buckle up as she breaks down her most viral moments, fan encounters, and polarising family content!! Click on the product tags in our video to unlock a 30% off shopee voucher (capped at $15) with a min. spend of $15, (automatically …

1
S1E64: 15 disruptions in 3 months: Can a task force fix our MRT woes? 44:24

11d ago44:24

44:24

Public transport operators SMRT and SBS Transit have been catching some heat lately, following a spate of at least 15 instances of rail delays and interruptions since July. Synopsis: Join Natasha Ann Zachariah at The Usual Place every Thursday as she unpacks the latest current affairs with guests. In the first three weeks of September, there were s…

1
NETS CEO on Data, Destiny, and the Future of Payments [TBS 31 ft NETS CEO] 44:41

13d ago44:41

44:41

Ever used a card to pay for your morning kopi, tapped for your MRT ride, or scanned a QR code at a hawker centre? There's one name behind it all, a true legacy company that powers a huge part of Singapore's daily life. But what happens when a giant is no longer the cheapest option? We go behind the scenes of Singapore's payment infrastructure. We’r…

1
Would you let your partner travel with their WORK WIFE? 37:32

14d ago37:32

37:32

Would you let YOUR partner travel with their “work wife”? Business trips, shared hotel rooms, late nights overseas... is this asking for trouble? can men and women really travel together as colleagues without raising eyebrows or suspicions? To learn more about SGPO or submit your own project idea, visit SGPO.gov.sg. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p…

1
Quitting Your Job to Save the World: The Singaporean Career Dilemma [W&S 139 ft ⁠Cheng Chai Hong, Martin Loh] 34:21

15d ago34:21

34:21

Ever thought of quitting your stable job to chase a dream? Meet Cheng Chai Hong, Director, Writer, & Producer, and Martin Loh, Co-Producer and Head of Marketing of the local film ‘We Can Save the World.’ They share: - Why they left stable careers to dive into filmmaking - How they navigated financial uncertainty without grants or product placements…

1
S1E63: The pickleball pickle: Loud nuisance or fun pastime? 31:41

18d ago31:41

31:41

Pickleball has been a smash hit in Singapore over the past couple of years, but not everyone’s a fan. Synopsis: Join Natasha Ann Zachariah at The Usual Place every Thursday as she unpacks the latest current affairs with guests. The game has attracted players of all ages looking to learn a new skill, keep active or meet fellow ‘picklers’. On the fli…

1
Lost $50K in CFDs. Then Built a Mid 6-Figure Portfolio with Singapore Small Cap [Chills 234 ft InvestKaki] 40:33

19d ago40:33

40:33

Ever thought investing in small-cap stocks was just too risky? What if the biggest myths about them are hiding the biggest opportunities? We sit down with James Yeo, Investor and Trainer, Investkaki.com shares how he went from a five-figure wipeout to building a mid six-figure portfolio What you’ll hear: - The painful mistake that shaped his invest…

1
Playing In The Boardroom: Changing Workplace Culture With Serious Games [TBS 30 ft Vincent Siu & Dev Bahl] 46:46

20d ago46:46

46:46

What if the biggest problems in business and education could be solved… by playing a game? Forget everything you think you know about games being just for fun. We're diving into the multi-billion dollar world of serious games—where play is a powerful tool for training, change, and solving complex corporate challenges. You’ll discover: - How busines…

1
S2E24: Is blended finance the right recipe to speed up climate investments in Asia? 19:42

21d ago19:42

19:42

Public, private and philanthropic money is proving to be a successful mix to accelerate climate action. Synopsis: Every first and third Tuesday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the beat of the changing environment, from biodiversity conservation to climate change. When it comes to climate action, financiers are increasingly turning to the T…

1
7 BIGGEST Hungry Ghost Festival Myths BUSTED (Taoist Priest AMA) 27:07

21d ago27:07

27:07

What ACTUALLY goes on during Hungry Ghost Festival in Singapore? 18 Levels of Hell: Fact or Myth?? In this episode, the cast sits down with Tiktok Viral Taoist Priest Chee Tong (aka QZTaoism) to debunk the BIGGEST MYTHS surrounding Hungry Ghost/7th Month. Is burning joss paper just...FANTASTIC ENTREPRENEURSHIP??? Let's get into it! Hosted on Acast.…

1
Why So Many Lawyers Are Quitting Singapore’s ‘Dream Career’ [W&S 138] 41:41

22d ago41:41

41:41

Law is one of the most prestigious and traditional careers in Asia — but what happens when the dream job comes at a cost you didn’t expect? We speak with *Lalitha Rajah* (former lawyer turned yoga teacher & mom of two) and *Iman Ibrahim* (former divorce lawyer, now a burnout coach). 🔹 What sacrifices lie behind the glamour of the profession? 🔹 Why …

1
S2E26: How to tell if your employer's leave practices are progressive 30:21

22d ago30:21

30:21

Find out how to discern the hallmarks of employers who do well. Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, get a headstart in your personal finance and career with The Straits Times. Host and ST correspondent Tay Hong Yi chats with Mr Richard Cooper, business leader for benefits for Mercer Marsh Benefits in Singapore. Mr Cooper advises or…

1
S2E42: Xi-Modi sends powerful message to US and the world: Henry Huiyao Wang 22:35

25d ago22:35

22:35

Why it's significant that China and India declare they are not rivals but partners. Synopsis: Every second Friday of the month, The Straits Times’ senior columnist Ravi Velloor distils 40 years of experience covering the Asian continent, with expert guests. In this episode, Ravi speaks with Dr Henry Huiyao Wang, co-founder and head of the Centre fo…