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Plan B

Join us every Friday as we recap the week in news in hard conversations. Follow us on facebook, instagram, twitter and telegram. Read us on www.planb.sg
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#562: JACKPOT

A 70-year-old retired Malaysian won RM16.97 million at the Sports Toto jackpot for only RM4. He claims that he played the Toto like it was sudoku. What would you do with that kind of money? Do your chiropractic care through high quality, patient-focused treatment with Macquarie Chiropractic. Instagram: @macquariechiropractic Book online: https://www.macquariechiropractic.com

Apr 30, 202324 min

#561: I cried when I had McDonald's

Diet and exercise are important to maintaining a healthy lifestyle, but is there such a thing as too much of a good thing? Dzar, Darren, and Rahman share their experiences trying out different diets and trying to stay healthy. Hint: Dzar cried when he had McDonald's Do your chiropractic care through high quality, patient-focused treatment with Macquarie Chiropractic. Instagram: @macquariechiropractic Book online: https://www.macquariechiropractic.com

Apr 30, 202324 min

#560: The world is on fire

Sudan has erupted in civil conflict and looks poised to descend into civil war, the Russian invasion of Ukraine has still not settled, and youths in Myanmar have turned into guerrilla fighters. Wherever you look, there is trouble. How do you keep up with current affairs without becoming pessimistic? Do your chiropractic care through high quality, patient-focused treatment with Macquarie Chiropractic. Instagram: @macquariechiropractic Book online: https://www.macquariechiropractic.com

Apr 30, 202329 min

#559: Being the opposition in the new age of SG politics

As Singapore matures as a democracy, we have to grapple with new political realities. But what does this mean, and what lessons can we learn from the global political landscape? Will there ever be room for populism in Singapore? Do your property health check with The Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Apr 26, 202325 min

#558: "I don't want to die with that label"

Dee Kosh shares about what he and his family had to grapple with in light of the criminal procedings against him, how an experience with a clinically diagnosed paedophillic disorder made him want to never again be associated with such individuals, but also how he has to accept society's judgement of him Do your property health check with The Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Apr 26, 202329 min

#557: Creeps in prison

Former influencer Dee Kosh shares about his experience in prison, including his meeting with another inmate charged with a similar offence (hint: it was disgusting). Less disgustingly, he shared the recipe for...prison Mee Rebus Do your property health check with The Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Apr 26, 202336 min

#556: Tulang caviar?!?

Food science has come a long way, and there are now ways to tailor make caviar to suit your own preferred flavour. Tulang flavoured caviar, anyone? Do your chiropractic care through high quality, patient-focused treatment with Macquarie Chiropractic. Instagram: @macquariechiropractic Book online: https://www.macquariechiropractic.com

Apr 23, 202319 min

#555: A dangerous new decade

Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong made statements about how Singapore was facing unprecedented challenges in the coming decade. From the Russian invasion of Ukraine to deteriorating US-China relations and the grave economic challenges all around the globe, where does Singapore stand? Do your chiropractic care through high quality, patient-focused treatment with Macquarie Chiropractic. Instagram: @macquariechiropractic Book online: https://www.macquariechiropractic.com

Apr 23, 202328 min

#554: Animal cruelty

NParks opened an investigation into a viral video showing a group of men wrangling with a python, eventually hacking it to death with a cleaver. Many were outraged by how onlookers were cheering and laughing as the snake fought for its life, but is animal cruelty illegal? Do your chiropractic care through high quality, patient-focused treatment with Macquarie Chiropractic. Instagram: @macquariechiropractic Book online: https://www.macquariechiropractic.com

Apr 23, 202328 min

#553: Fraud or genuine feel good story? Does it matter?

After the community rallied behind Zoe Gabriel after she was mocked for claiming C&K was a luxury brand, murmurs have surfaced suggesting she may not have been as modest as she appeared to be. Why did some people feel the need to dig up her father's financial status? Was this just jealousy? Do your property health check with The Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Apr 19, 202328 min

#552: What happens to your money during a divorce?

PSG defender Achraf Hakimi made headlines with his high profile divorce when his wife, Hiba Abouk, requested half of his assets only to realize most of his assets were in his mother's name. Turning the table, she may now have to part with her own assets because of the divorce. How does this even work? Do your property health check with The Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Apr 19, 202332 min

#551: Yet another MUIS controversy

A circular by the Singapore Bangladesh Society requested migrant workers to stay in their dorms for Hari Raya prayers. It said that MUIS had made the request for public health and overcrowding concerns, but many Singaporeans were outraged at what seemed like a discriminatory and xenophobic policy Do your property health check with The Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Apr 19, 202338 min

#550: You just won 365 days of paid leave. What now?

An employee of a Chinese Company in Shenzhen, China made headlines when he won 365 days of paid leave at his company's annual dinner. He had to make the choice of going for the leave or cashing it in. Which would you prefer? Do your chiropractic care through high quality, patient-focused treatment with Macquarie Chiropractic. Instagram: @macquariechiropractic Book online: https://www.macquariechiropractic.com

Apr 16, 202321 min

#549: Not guilty? Who cares!

With the hyper fast speed of news nowadays, people charged with crimes can be infamous and have their lives ruined even before they get convicted by the court - even those who end up exonerated. Is there a way around this? Is it even practical? Rahman and Darren fight it out Do your chiropractic care through high quality, patient-focused treatment with Macquarie Chiropractic. Instagram: @macquariechiropractic Book online: https://www.macquariechiropractic.com

Apr 16, 202334 min

#548: 9-6 working hours? How about 10-4?

A Singapore-based entrepreneur's TikTok video went viral after she said she wouldn't ask her staff to start work at 9 a.m. She continued by saying that she expected other distractions, like breakfast, to be over by the time work began at 10 a.m. Do you believe that altering working hours will have an impact on productivity? Rahman appears to believe otherwise. Do your chiropractic care through high quality, patient-focused treatment with Macquarie Chiropractic. Instagram: @macquariechiropractic ...

Apr 16, 202329 min

#547: Part of the problem

How prevalent is elitism in Singapore today? Is it wrong for a parent to want the best for their children? Is the solution forcing children to learn everything the hard way? Are Rahman and Darren going to fight again? 👀 Do your property health check with The Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Apr 12, 202326 min

#546: Suck my tongue

The 87-year-old spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism stirred global controversy after a video showed him asking a young boy if he wanted to "suck his tongue". He has since apologized after many accused him of paedophillia, but others pointed out that sticking one's tongue out is a traditional greeting in Tibet. Was this a playful tease gone wrong? Even if so, was it acceptable? Do your property health check with The Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: The...

Apr 12, 202326 min

#545: Indian Muslim? Got such thing?

Fairprice has apologized after an Indian Muslim customer was denied free snacks meant for Muslims to break their fast with. The staff apparently did not know that Indians could be Muslim, insisting that the snacks were "not for India". Is it surprising that even in 2023, some people still don't know the difference between race and religion? Do your property health check with The Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Apr 12, 202335 min

#544: Plan B Raya Event

We want to meet you! As Hari Raya draws closer, we are planning a Hari Raya meetup for our listeners on 13 May 2023. Come down for a good time, good food, and good vibes. Do your chiropractic care through high quality, patient-focused treatment with Macquarie Chiropractic. Instagram: @macquariechiropractic Book online: https://www.macquariechiropractic.com

Apr 09, 202327 min

#543: $500 prize for months of training

Hamzah Farouk used to work at a bank, but left the job to pursue his boxing passion. The brothers share about their struggles in maintining a gym and how much investment goes into preparing a fighter. Do your chiropractic care through high quality, patient-focused treatment with Macquarie Chiropractic. Instagram: @macquariechiropractic Book online: https://www.macquariechiropractic.com

Apr 09, 202331 min

#542: I used to be a nerdy kid. Now I am a professional fighter

Hamzah Farouk talks about his journey as a professional fighter and how he achieved his incredible 13-1 win-loss record even though he was a nerdy kid growing up. Together with his coach and brother, Syakir Farouk, the duo founded Brothers Boxing Academy and share insights into the growing boxing scene in Singapore. Do your chiropractic care through high quality, patient-focused treatment with Macquarie Chiropractic. Instagram: @macquariechiropractic Book online: https://www.macquariechiropracti...

Apr 09, 202332 min

#541: April fool's

Some companies love April fool's day because it lets them come up with ridiculous products just for the heck of it, but the guys talk about some real life foods that you wish were a prank Do your property health check with The Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Apr 05, 202328 min

#540: Trump makes history

As the first ever US president to face criminal charges, Donald Trump makes history. But, no publicity is bad publicity, right? Do your property health check with The Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Apr 05, 202330 min

#539: Qaryah U-turn

Before covid, it was a common sight to see Muslim congregational prayers at the void decks during Ramadan. Now in the post-covid era, there's some confusion about whether they should continue 👀 Do your property health check with The Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Apr 05, 202333 min

#538: TikTok CEO

Darren, Dzar, and Rahman discuss the recent TikTok congressional hearing in the US and how the company's Singaporean CEO, Mr Chew Shou Zi, became a viral sensation. Do your property health check with The Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Mar 29, 202329 min

#537: Is $18,000 a month for rental at the Bazaar way too much?

We ask Mustaffa and Hajar about the complaints people have made about rental costs at the bazaar. 20% of the stalls were left unoccupied, reportedly because costs were too high. They also share about some behind-the-scenes difficulties they had to face when managing all the stakeholders of the bazaar. Apparently, knives and hot tempers do not mix. Do your property health check with The Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Mar 29, 202346 min

#536: Horses at Ramadan Bazaar? What were they thinking?

Mr. Mohamed Mustaffa Shah Jehan and his wife Hajar from Enniche Global Trading are running this year's Geylang Bazaar but have come under heavy fire for including horses in the event. Did they think this idea through? Listen for yourself what they had to say. Do your property health check with The Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Mar 29, 202332 min

#535: Is therapy still a taboo?

Dzar attended therapy and opened up about why and how he first started. Darren, Dzar and Rahman talk about how more people are becoming aware of the benefits of therapy. Do your property health check with The Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Mar 22, 202325 min

#534: LKY Will - The saga never ends

Yet another chapter in the long-drawn dispute that surrounded the late LKY's will and estate. Lee Hsien Yang was publicly named for absconding from the police, but some say he's being specifically targeted Do your property health check with The Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Mar 22, 202329 min

#533: Is the Geylang Bazaar in trouble?

Around 200 booths are still vacant, with many stall owners complaining about high rent. How did it get so high and does it even make any sense? Do your property health check with The Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Mar 22, 202332 min
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