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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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#742 Plan B Reacts: Singaporeans love laughing at Malaysian tragedies?

Dzar’s followers shared a TikTok clip from Malaysia’s “Keluarsekajap,” where the discussion centered on the KL sinkholes and Singapore’s media focus on Malaysia’s issues. Do Singaporeans have schadenfreude for Malaysia? (00:36) - Introduction of video (05:41) - Start of video (08:58) - End of video and commentary (12:57) - Reactions to the KL sinkholes (17:40) - VEP

Sep 09, 202422 min

#741 POFMA and Politics with Dr. Chee Soon Juan

Dr. Chee Soon Juan, Secretary-General of the SDP, talks about POFMA and how it affects political discourse and information flow in Singapore. With younger Singaporeans becoming more politically conscious and active, what does it mean for free speech in Singapore? (00:32) - The people’s manifesto (03:42) - Dr Chee Soon Juan (05:48) - POFMA (21:28) - Current framework of POFMA (26:48) - Engage brand influencers (34:35) - Public’s commentary on New PM (41:40) - Counter measures

Sep 09, 202453 min

#740 Is mpox the new Covid-19?

Mpox has been making headlines after the World Health Organisation declared it a global health emergency, with Singapore’s Health Minister calling the situation highly worrying. Are we on the cusp of another round of covid-19? Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Aug 26, 202431 min

#739 How did an extremist preacher slip through Changi Airport security?

We speak with Dr Rohan Gunaratna, an expert on global security. As a professor of security studies at the S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies at Nanyang Technology University, he shares his expertise and views on the Bangladeshi extremist preacher Amir Hamza who entered Singapore on a false name. What implications does this have for Singapore and the region? Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Aug 26, 202437 min

#738 How did our PM perform during his Malay speech at the National Day Rally?

Prime Minister Wong's use of Malay at the rally received positive feedback for its clarity and inclusivity. Dzar, Darren and Rahman reviews the video and comments, highlighting the effective engagement with the Malay-speaking audience and the strong alignment with Singapore’s multicultural values. Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Aug 26, 202428 min

#737 A new chapter

A heartfelt episode as Dzar is inspired by an Instagram video to reflect on his own friendships and how much personal growth he has experienced over the years Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Aug 19, 202435 min

#736 Telemedicine: convenient service or ez MC?

First work from home, now see doctor from home. Such services are great conveniences for all parties involved, but is it too easily taken advantage of? One clinic in Singapore was found to have consultations lasting as short as one second Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook:

Aug 19, 202429 min

#735 Tourists in NUS?!?!

Many students have been complaining about a wave of tourists overcrowding university facilities, such as shuttle buses and food establishments. Why on earth are tourists flocking to local universities, and what can be done to stop them? Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Aug 19, 202428 min

#734 Happy 59th, Singapore!

What’s one thing you love about Singapore? Now what’s one thing you hate? The guys share their pride and love for Singapore, even if not everything is perfect Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Aug 14, 202439 min

#733 How to un-POFMA your POFMA

In August 2024, the Transformative Justice Collective (TJC) received 2 POFMA orders for alleging that death row prisoners were denied due process and rushed through proceedings. The Ministry of Home Affairs responded by clarifying the facts, but TJC maintained their claims were accurate and seemed to school the Minister on distinguishing fact from opinion. Grab your popcorn and sit in tight Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Face...

Aug 14, 202435 min

#732 “My job is to voice out; you find the solution”

Manmeet Singh, also known on TikTok as "The Bodyguard," gained viral attention after posting a video addressing racial discrimination in Singapore, specifically in the context of job interviews. Why on earth does a security job listing require applicants to speak mandarin? The Bodyguard explains Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Aug 14, 202428 min

#731 Revolution in Bangladesh, and the most interesting Olympics in recent memory

In July, protests in Bangladesh over a job quota system resulted in over 300 deaths and led to Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina fleeing to India. An interim government under General Waker-Uz-Zaman is being formed, but protesters are not going to accept military rule. Meanwhile, the Olympics just keeps producing controversy and memes. Is this the worst Olympics, or the most interesting to-date? Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Faceb...

Aug 07, 202436 min

#730 UK faces worst anti-migrant riots in 13 years - all because of fake news

Britain is experiencing its worst riots in 13 years, fuelled by far-right groups targeting migrants and Muslims. The unrest began after fake news on social media falsely accused a Muslim migrant of killing 3 young girls. With UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer threatening to bring in a “standing army”, how much damage can such fake news cause? Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Aug 07, 202428 min

#729 Is the Middle East on the brink of all-out war?

With the assassinations of both Hamas and Hezbollah leaders within a short span of each other, the Middle East seems more poised for an all-out regional war than ever before. With the US saying they had no idea what Israel had planned, and Iran vowing revenge for the fallen leaders, what’s next? Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Aug 07, 202434 min

#728 A sin to sterilise cats?

We spoke to volunteer cat rescuers Julie, Aqyla, and Wati about cat abandonment and the new Cat Management Framework in Singapore. Starting September 1, 2024, the framework requires licensing and microchipping for pet cats, with limits of two cats per HDB flat and three per private residence. They also shared sterilising cats, cat abuse cases, care guidelines, and their fundraising efforts for special needs cats.

Jul 31, 202436 min

#727 Paris 2024 Olympics controversy: woke mania

We speak with Lawrence Chong, CEO of Consulus, and discussed the huge controversy surrounding the Paris 2024 Olympics opening ceremony. It featured drag queens in what looked like a parody of the Last Supper, a famous Christian painting depicting Jesus. The scene angered Christians worldwide and even led to a boycott, with C Spire pulling its ads and the Olympic Committee removing the video from YouTube. How should we balance cultural sensitivity and artistic expression?

Jul 31, 202428 min

#726 Global Buzz: Olympics Uniform Controversy, IT Outage Chaos, and Biden's Political Pivot

The guys bounce about some major news stories over the week, such as the buzz over Singapore’s Olympics uniform design, Biden’s sudden announcement that he was no longer seeking re-election, as well as the global IT outage that left Rahman stuck in a parking lot. Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Jul 24, 202428 min

#725 Singapore government under CCP control?

A significant first use of FICA, Singapore’s anti-foreign influence law, to block social media accounts connected to a network of anti-CCP disinformation and propaganda is a stark reminder of the realities of information warfare in the 21st century. Can we expect more to come in the future? Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Jul 24, 202430 min

#724 No family, friends, or relatives - working in Singapore at 25

Nazmul Khan, a Bangladeshi IT professional and founder of 24asia Singapore, has been working in Singapore for 18 years. He shares with us the struggles he felt as a young man alone in a foreign country, and the experiences that drove him to found a ground up initiative to provide support and upskilling opportunities for other migrant workers. Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Jul 24, 202430 min

#723 Youngest ever ISA Restriction Order issued against 14-year-old

A 14-year-old student and a 33-year-old former public servant were issued Restriction Orders for being radicalised in connection to their support for terrorism. We talk about reaction to the news and this worrying trend. Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Jul 17, 202429 min

#722 Was the Trump assassination attempt all a show?

We speak with Mike, a trained sniper and former Navy SEAL with 25-years of military experience. He shares insights from the security and military community in the US and details that have emerged following the investigative frenzy into the assassination attempt. He also addresses the many conspiracy theories that have sprouted on the internet, that the shooting was all just for show. Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: T...

Jul 17, 202434 min

#721 Donald Trump shot - what went wrong?

Abas Jalil, a Malaysian security and geopolitical consultant, shares his views on the apparent security lapses that led to Trump’s close brush with death. He shares how security protocol usually operates and the failures he spotted from the viral videos that emerged from the historical assassination attempt. Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Jul 17, 202426 min

#720 Welcome to the Green Parade.

We speak with the young activists organizing the Green Parade at Hong Lim Park in support for environmentalism and sustainability issues. Everyone in Singapore feels the effects of climate change, but many feel either apathy or fatalism towards it. What motivates these young people to push ahead with the hope that they can change things for the better? Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Jul 10, 202428 min

#719 Singapore's first Malay-Muslim LGBT film? - Part 2

We speak with Remi M Sali, producer for Salam Gembira, and Mohd Khair, a family advocate, about the movie that sparked controversy in the community for touching on the themes of Islam, LGBT, and family. The film, played by veteran actors, opened a conversation that's been bubbling under the surface, especially within the Muslim community. Where will these conversations lead? Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravore...

Jul 10, 202436 min

#718 Singapore's first Malay-Muslim LGBT film? - Part 1

We speak with Remi M Sali, producer for Salam Gembira, and Mohd Khair, a family advocate, about the movie that sparked controversy in the community for touching on the themes of Islam, LGBT, and family. The film, played by veteran actors, opened a conversation that's been bubbling under the surface, especially within the Muslim community. Where will these conversations lead? Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravore...

Jul 10, 202433 min

#717 Darren Kudasai

While Kudasai Girl came to Singapore, Darren went to the land of kudasai, Japan. The guys try their best to understand Kudasai Girl's content, and Darren shares his experience in Japan, travelling as a Muslim tourist and looking for halal food at a bar. Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Jul 03, 202436 min

#716 Shawn Wang and the rise of AI Engineers Part 2

We speak with Shawn Wang, CEO of SMOL AI, often credited for coining the term "AI Engineer". Living in San Francisco means riding driverless cars to work is an everyday affair, so how far behind is Singapore in AI adoption? Or are the citizens of Southeast Asia's tech hub too skeptical for it to work? Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Jul 03, 202427 min

#715 Shawn Wang and the rise of AI Engineers Part 1

We speak with Shawn Wang, CEO of SMOL AI, often credited for coining the term "AI Engineer". Living in San Francisco means riding driverless cars to work is an everyday affair, so how far behind is Singapore in AI adoption? Or are the citizens of Southeast Asia's tech hub too skeptical for it to work? Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Jul 03, 202427 min

#714 “Offensive” samsui woman mural

A mural of a samsui woman holding a cigarette has sparked controversy for disrespecting samsui women and being out of line with Singapore’s anti-smoking stance. Some said the image was offensive to samsui women, but many struggled to see the problem. Where should we draw the line for public artistic expression? Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Jun 26, 202432 min

#713 A New Definition of Success?

PM Lawrence Wong's viral 6-minute video redefines success beyond the traditional 5Cs, emphasising perseverance and diverse paths to achievement. But how realistic are these changes in a society where people still look at the car you drive or the watch you wear? Do your property health check with Bravo Realtors. Call/Text 81002300. Instagram: @thebravorealtors | Facebook: Thebravorealtors

Jun 26, 202436 min
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