Tell You First
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Podcast Overview
<p>Hosted by the dynamic duo behind Ministry of Funny and Yah Lah But... - Haresh Tilani & Terence Chia - "Tell You First" is an edutainment podcast that aims to dive into a fascinating array of topics you never knew you needed to know.</p> <p>And the fun doesn't stop there—sometimes, we bring in special guests to join the laughter! Tune in for a one-of-a-kind blend of comedy and knowledge, and uncover a world of captivating insights that will leave you both enlightened and entertained.</p> <p>Produced by Ministry of Funny, and brought to you by Mediacorp</p> <p>The views and opinions shared during this podcast series are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Mediacorp Pte. Ltd. or its group of companies.</p>
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July 21, 2026
The Nude Sports Games That Shocked Malaysia and Singapore
<p>In 2014, fifteen people, mostly Malaysian and Singaporean, spent a day painting body art on each other, running relay races, and doing kettlebell exercises by a campfire, all while completely nude on a secluded Penang beach. When footage of this event surfaced online, it sparked a national backlash, with Interpol called in to help, and a years-long legal showdown. We trace how a beach retreat amongst friends led to the harshest penalties for public nudity in Malaysian history, and what the controversy reveals about personal freedom and public decency in the region.</p> <p> </p> <p>Tell You First is an original podcast produced by Mediacorp and Ministry of Funny (@ministryoffunny).</p> <p> </p> <p>Credits:</p> <p> </p> <p>Hosted and Produced by Terence Chia (@tchia) and Haresh Tilani (@hareshtilani)<br>Sound Engineering - Tristen Yeak (@yeakstreet)<br>Production Manager - Z’en Peck (@peck.takes.photos)<br>Commissioning Editor - Danny Koordi</p> <p> </p> <p>If you're a fan of our work, you can follow the podcast on the meLISTEN app, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. You can also watch selected video episodes of the podcast on YouTube through the Mediacorp Entertainment channel. Also, catch Tell You First Shorts on Mediacorp's socials.</p> <p> </p> <p>Podcast artwork by Denise Nicole Yap, you can reach her on Instagram @deniseardenise</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
July 14, 2026
Was Modern Singapore Built on Drug Money?
<p>For 120 years, the British colonial government was Singapore's largest licensed drug dealer. Opium was processed on a hill in Pasir Panjang, that is known today as Opium Hill. By the time the system was dismantled, opium profits had ballooned to an astronomical $55 million, and was funding a significant part of Singapore’s colonial budget. In this episode, we explore how a state heavily funded by licensed addiction came to have one of the toughest anti-drug stances in the world.</p> <p> </p> <p>Tell You First is an original podcast produced by Mediacorp and Ministry of Funny (@ministryoffunny).</p> <p> </p> <p>Credits:</p> <p> </p> <p>Hosted and Produced by Terence Chia (@tchia) and Haresh Tilani (@hareshtilani)<br>Sound Engineering - Tristen Yeak (@yeakstreet)<br>Production Manager - Z’en Peck (@peck.takes.photos)<br>Commissioning Editor - Danny Koordi</p> <p> </p> <p>If you're a fan of our work, you can follow the podcast on the meLISTEN app, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. You can also watch selected video episodes of the podcast on YouTube through the Mediacorp Entertainment channel. Also, catch Tell You First Shorts on Mediacorp's socials.</p> <p> </p> <p>Podcast artwork by Denise Nicole Yap, you can reach her on Instagram @deniseardenise</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
July 7, 2026
The NParks Brompton Scandal: Why Singapore Lost Its Mind Over 26 Bicycles
<p>Twenty-six Brompton bicycles, a $57,200 government purchase, and a tender that drew just one bid. Sounds suspicious? HardwareZone users thought so. By tracing Facebook friend lists, company records, and regulatory filings, they uncovered a relationship that was the start of a national scandal. We follow the online investigation that forced audits, attracted CPIB attention, and turned a regular procurement exercise into a public scandal.</p> <p> </p> <p>Tell You First is an original podcast produced by Mediacorp and Ministry of Funny (@ministryoffunny).</p> <p> </p> <p>Credits:</p> <p> </p> <p>Hosted and Produced by Terence Chia (@tchia) and Haresh Tilani (@hareshtilani)<br>Sound Engineering - Tristen Yeak (@yeakstreet)<br>Production Manager - Z’en Peck (@peck.takes.photos)<br>Commissioning Editor - Danny Koordi</p> <p> </p> <p>If you're a fan of our work, you can follow the podcast on the meLISTEN app, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts. You can also watch selected video episodes of the podcast on YouTube through the Mediacorp Entertainment channel. Also, catch Tell You First Shorts on Mediacorp's socials.</p> <p> </p> <p>Podcast artwork by Denise Nicole Yap, you can reach her on Instagram @deniseardenise</p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
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- What is Tell You First?
<p>Hosted by the dynamic duo behind Ministry of Funny and Yah Lah But... - Haresh Tilani & Terence Chia - "Tell You First" is an edutainment podcast that aims to dive into a fascinating array of topics you never knew you needed to know.</p> <p>And the fun doesn't stop there—sometimes, we bring in special guests to join the laughter! Tune in for a one-of-a-kind blend of comedy and knowledge, and uncover a world of captivating insights that will leave you both enlightened and entertained.</p> <p>Produced by Ministry of Funny, and brought to you by Mediacorp</p> <p>The views and opinions shared during this podcast series are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Mediacorp Pte. Ltd. or its group of companies.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates weekly.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 7 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
No, this podcast does not typically feature guests.
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