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The Daily Ketchup

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Real conversations on news, life, and everything in between. New episodes twice a week.

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Episodes

A Viewer Asked Us: ‘Who Should Control My Life If I Can’t?'

What is a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) and why do all working adults need it ASAP? If both spouses die simultaneously without writing a will, whose parents will the assets be distributed to? Can money and inheritance really tear apart a “perfect”, loving family? In today’s podcast, we take a deep dive into why you NEED an LPA as a working adult and why it is a key component of retirement planning, financial planning and estate planning. We also share our own take on a viewer’s dilemma about w...

Feb 24, 202531 minEp. 402

Do Women Like It ROUGH?! | Single’s Inferno S4 REACTION

Did the introverted nature of Yuk Jun-seo and Kook Dong-ho attract the female cast members of Single’s Inferno S4? What caused Lee Si-an to make her controversial final decision at the ending of the dating show? What are the three key traits women look for in their ideal partner? In today’s podcast, we showcase our reactions to Single’s Inferno 4, the latest season of the hit South Korean dating show on Netflix, and share our thoughts on the controversies surrounding some of the Single’s Inferno...

Feb 20, 202530 minEp. 401

BAD MANNERS if you recline?! Plane seat DRAMA & RAGE

Bad manners if you recline your plane seat?! BOTH armrests belong to middle seat passengers? This product stops the seat in front from reclining? How do you maximise your KrisFlyer miles to redeem a free A380 suite? In today’s podcast, we take a deep dive into airplane etiquette and the unwritten rules of flying, including who gets the armrests, who controls the window shade and how to control a crying baby on a plane. We also reveal the best KrisFlyer miles HACKS to get the most bang for your b...

Feb 17, 202533 minEp. 400

BEST Parenting Tips and Advice for 2025?!

Singapore’s Shared Parental Leave to increase by 10 additional weeks from 1 Apr 2026? Full-day Childcare centres to have lower fee caps? Best parenting tips for first-time parents? What’s the most fulfilling part of being a parent? In today’s parenting podcast, we invite Dan and Nat to share their first-hand experience as Singaporean parents, including their preferred parenting style for their child, Ollie, how they manage the financial demands of parenting in Singapore, the effect of raising a ...

Feb 13, 202551 minEp. 399

Are Men Just Trying To Get LAID On Valentine's Day?

What are the 3 RULES to find the perfect Valentine’s gift? Is SEX the end goal for men on Valentine’s Day? Why is proposing on Valentine’s Day a BIG MISTAKE? In today’s podcast, we discuss the most hotly debated Valentine’s Day topics, including the relationship dynamics between men and women in the context of intimacy, LDR date ideas for taking your long-distance relationship to the next level, and why there should be no excuse for forgetting Valentine’s Day in 2025. #valentinesday #valentine #...

Feb 10, 202532 minEp. 398

SMELLY Chinese Singaporean RANT!

Should Singaporeans shower in the morning? How long should you shower for? What are some ways to reduce body odor? Enjoy a fuss-free cruise holiday that’s perfect for the whole family! Book your Royal Caribbean cruise now at RoyalCaribbean.com.sg ( https://www.royalcaribbean.com.sg/) . ( https://www.royalcaribbean.com.sg/ ) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Feb 06, 202532 minEp. 397

Scripted Reality Romance on Let’s Fall in Love Season 6?! (ft. Jaryl & Nailu)

Are reality dating shows scripted or real? How did Singaporean Jaryl Tan become a contestant on Chinese dating show Let’s Fall in Love Season 6? Did he break the rules of the dating show for his love interest, Nailu, and are they still together in real life? In today’s podcast, we invite Jaryl Tan (Kang Kang) and Nailu- contestants of Let’s Fall in Love Season 6 (Relationship S6)- to share their experiences on the 2024 Chinese reality dating show, including the dating show casting process via Re...

Jan 30, 202545 minEp. 396

Why Do Singaporeans Nerd Out on Pokémon Cards and Labubu?

Jewel’s Pokémon Centre Singapore store had police called in amid a 1,000-strong crowd? Why was the Pokémon Prismatic Evolution launch halted in Singapore? Is a $300,000 Pikachu card lying in your old drawer? Do boxes with rare cards have more weight? In today’s podcast, we feature two fans of the Pokémon TCG (trading card game), Alistair and Raja, who will be opening their Pokémon Prismatic Evolution ETBs (Elite Trainer Boxes) to give us a Pokémon cards opening experience. These ETBs are the mai...

Jan 27, 202547 minEp. 395

You could DIE from SITTING too long?! (ft. Dr Tang) | #DailyKetchup EP394

Vein problems, like varicose veins, can occur from sitting too long? Varicose veins symptoms and causes—what are they? Is a sedentary lifestyle unavoidable? What exercises and remedies are there for enlarged and swollen veins? In today’s podcast, we invite Dr Tang Tjun Yip- a senior vascular and general surgeon- to give us health tips and advice about vein problems, like varicose veins. Varicose veins are a type of health problem that is underdiagnosed but highly preventable with the right exerc...

Jan 26, 202532 minEp. 394

PM Wong Reveals His MBTI/New Life as PM and More!!

How did PM Wong become Prime Minister of Singapore? What is PM Wong’s MBTI? Does PM Wong have a special diet? Does the Singapore Government have a top secret chat group for Singapore ministers? In today’s podcast, we invite Prime Minister Lawrence Wong, who also serves as Singapore’s Minister for Finance, to share about his life journey, his road into Singapore politics as a member of the People’s Action Party (PAP), how he became Prime Minister of Singapore, and his vision for Singapore’s socie...

Jan 23, 202545 minEp. 393

Burning Questions About Housing in 2025 (ft. Minister Indranee Rajah)

How are HDB BTO flats distributed in Singapore? Why the 99-year lease for public housing? Is housing affordability and BTO waiting time being addressed? In today’s podcast, we invite Minister Indranee Rajah for a deep dive into public housing and housing policy updates in Singapore. We explore topics like public housing affordability amid rising HDB prices in Singapore’s housing market, the new HDB BTO flat classification framework, and HDB flat eligibility (HFE) for first-time homebuyers seekin...

Jan 20, 202543 minEp. 392

THE 9 MOST USEFUL LIFE HACKS EVER?!

Life hacks that really work in Singapore? Free monthly bubble tea hack? Supermarket discounts and freebies hack? In today's podcast, we discuss the most promising life hacks shared on a Singapore Reddit thread and debate if they are just useless sh*t codes or actual cheat codes that can help you save money and save time effortlessly. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 19, 202520 minEp. 391

Best Travel Tips and Hacks for 2025?! We Learn From A Travel Expert!

Is it true that you can get the cheapest flight tickets if you book on Tuesdays? Why are people travelling just to sleep? What are the top destinations that Singaporeans are planning to travel to? In this podcast, we invite Jessica Min- a Skyscanner Travel Expert- to debunk common travel myths and share her top tips and tricks on how to save money, save time, and fly easy on your next holiday trip. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jan 13, 202540 minEp. 389

Nurses CANNOT Eat Bao in the Hospital?!

Nurses cannot eat bao during their shifts? Creepy encounters in the hospital? How is work-life balance for a nurse in 2025? In today's podcast, we interview Reina, a staff nurse at Singapore General Hospital, to understand what drove her to pursue a career in nursing and the day-to-day experiences of being a nurse in Singapore. To learn more about a career in nursing, visit www.caretogobeyond.sg/nursing (https://www.caretogobeyond.sg/nursing.). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf...

Jan 12, 202528 minEp. 389

Is Dating Multiple People the New Norm in SG?

Women who always talk about girl power are annoying? Is it okay if your partner insists on paying for everything? Is it okay if your partner always meal preps? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 09, 202532 minEp. 388

5 Green Flag Behaviours in Men!!!

Are you a GREEN FLAG partner? Does being a gentleman still score points with women? Is there a RIGHT way and a WRONG way to compliment women? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 06, 202526 minEp. 387

Women EXPOSE Red Flags in SG MEN!

Is it ok for your partner to like other girl's photos on social media? Is it suss if your partner suddenly starts taking care of his appearance? Would you allow your partner to sleep in the same room as a close female friend? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 02, 202522 minEp. 386

BEST things that happened to us in 2024!

JP's Relationship tea finally spilled? Is Alison healing her inner child? Is Dan happy at GRVTY? Are John and Pat planning to have a kid? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 30, 202445 minEp. 385

Asian Men Discuss RED FLAGS for WOMEN! (Part 2)

Is it ok for your partner to test your loyalty? Would you date a woman who wants to be a stay at home wife? Is it ok for your partner to be a paid companion? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 26, 202420 minEp. 384

SG REWIND - Naughtiest Singaporeans of 2024 -

TDK Christmas Special: Do you think these Singaporeans deserve to be on our naughty and nice list? Who do u think we missed out on the list? Comment down below! Enjoy up to 18% cash rebates or 10 miles per $1 when you consolidate your spend with the DBS yuu Card. New to DBS/POSB Cardmembers get S$150 cashback when you spend S$800 within 60 days from Card Approval Date. Sign up today! https://go.dbs.com/sg-yuuchristmas T&Cs apply. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Dec 24, 202454 minEp. 383

What really happened behind John's CNA episode

How Did John Reconnect with His Helper? What Was His Childhood Like Growing Up with His Helper? Documentary Footage Credit: CNA Insider https://youtu.be/tT67LWM2F3k?si=PBlGSE_A8BfPhd88 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 19, 202429 minEp. 382

Asian Men Discuss RED FLAGS for WOMEN! (Part 1)

What are RED FLAGS in a women from a man's perspective? Is posting revealing photos on social media a red flag? Is being best friends with their ex a red flag? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 16, 202425 minEp. 381

Food Delivery and Transport prices to go UP!?

What is Singapore's new landmark bill? Are ride-hailing and delivery going to be more expensive? Is the gig economy still going to be a lucrative career choice? Read Jianggan’s report on platform companies here: https://momentum.asia/product/transforming-on-demand-platform-work/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 09, 202430 minEp. 379

Why Can’t Gov Subsidize Hawkers More!?

What is the Hawker Motion about? Why are hawkers considering raises their prices? Are Hawkers struggling to keep up with Singaporean's demands? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 02, 202443 minEp. 377

Men VS Women: Who Is Better At Managing Finance?!

Are Women more likely to make impulse purchases? Do Men spend more money on luxury items and gadgets? Who is better at managing finances?! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 01, 202436 minEp. 376

My firsthand experience of the Ukraine war (ft. Ix Shen)

How Did Ix Shen Evacuate? How did he feel when the news of the war broke out? How Did Ix Shen Met His Wife? Do e-register for your travels in case of an emergency: https://eregister.mfa.gov.sg/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 25, 202444 minEp. 375

I'm Not Parent Material??

What questions do unmarried couples typically ask when attending couple therapy? How can I spend quality time with my children? How can I strike the perfect balance between work, life, and parenting? Find out more about parenthood here: https://go.gov.sg/parenthoodtruths Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Nov 25, 202430 minEp. 374

Is Not Having Sex A Dealbreaker in a Relationship?

Is dating harder if you are a virgin? Is it a dealbreaker if your partner wants to save themselves for marriage? What's a good frequency for sex for couples? 😏 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 18, 202431 minEp. 372
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