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The most uncensored conversations about censorable things coming out from the much-censored country of Singapore. Hosted by Haresh & Terence from the comedy house Ministry of Funny.
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April 30, 2025
<p>PM Lawrence Wong joins us in-studio to reflect on leadership, trust, and where Singapore goes next. He shares how he’s different from past PMs, addresses the impact of controversies on public trust, and explains why losing 3-4 Cabinet ministers would weaken his team. We also discuss opposition accountability, policy packaging, and why Singapore can have and needs “radical change” - even from within.</p><p>This was recorded on 29 Apr, 2025. </p><p>(00:00) Intro<br>(02:39) Discussion on Foreign Interference<br>(04:23) PM Wong's Leadership Style<br>(06:43) Recruitment in PAP and Tea Sessions<br>(08:46) Handling Mistakes and Public Perception<br>(12:55) Election Strategy and Focus<br>(20:18) Challenges in Politics and Credibility of Opposition<br>(29:57) Election Challenges and Consequences<br>(31:43) PAP's Historical Leadership and Present Challenges<br>(33:04) National Issues: Cost of Living and Housing Prices<br>(43:22) Leadership and Government Structure<br>(46:01) Personal Growth and Political Journey<br>(50:23) Future Plans and Strategy for Singapore<br>(53:53) One Shiok Thing</p><p><strong>One Shiok Thing</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wpSbzHU5Jqg">A Day Inside Dyson's New Singapore Headquarters | WSJ Open Office</a></li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TURkB9zqxa0&ab_channel=JacobCollier">Jacob Collier Improvises the National Symphony Orchestra</a></li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pAgnJDJN4VA">AC/DC - Back In Black</a></li></ul><p><strong>Comment on this episode!</strong></p><ul><li>Reddit: <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/">https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/</a></li><li>Telegram: <a href="https://t.me/YahLahButPodcast">https://t.me/YahLahButPodcast</a></li></ul><p><strong>Follow us on our socials for the latest news</strong></p><ul><li>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@yahlahbut">https://www.tiktok.com/@yahlahbut</a></li><li>IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/yahlahbut/">https://www.instagram.com/yahlahbut/</a></li><li>FB: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/yahlahbutpod">https://www.facebook.com/yahlahbutpod</a></li></ul><p>Mics and Headphones from <a href="https://www.instagram.com/shure/">@shure</a></p><p>Chairs from <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ergotune.co/">@ergotunechair</a></p><p>Edited and mixed by Tristen Yeak</p>
April 29, 2025
<p><strong>★ Our GE2025 Plans!! ★</strong> <br>Sign up for our newsletter at <a href="https://www.yahlahbut.com">https://www.yahlahbut.com</a> to find out firsthand where we'll be during each day of the campaigning period. It's gonna be epic!</p><p>We unpack how WP’s Harpreet Singh took aim at ministerial salaries in Punggol, how Alexis Dang and Pritam Singh clapped back at Gan Kim Yong, and how PM Lawrence Wong explained that he could potentially lose 3 Ministers if the Opposition is voted in. Meanwhile, in Sembawang, Ong Ye Kung & Poh Li San continue to slam SDP’s & Chee Soon Juan, but is it fair? With two days left to Polling Day, GE2025 mudslinging is in full swing. Plus: what our journey through Holland–Bukit Timah GRC, Bukit Panjang, and Bukit Gombak revealed about ground sentiment.</p><p>🚍 Want to know where we’re heading next? Track the Yah Lah But GE2025 bus live at <a href="https://ministryoffunny.com/yahlahbut-ge2025">ministryoffunny.com/yahlahbut-ge2025</a></p><p><br><strong>Our Sponsors</strong></p><ul><li>Lendela makes borrowing fair and transparent by making banks bid for your loan, putting the power back in your hands. With over 70 financial institutions to match with, always make an informed decision on your loan at <a href="https://sg.lendela.com/?utm_source=ylb&utm_medium=gecampaign&utm_campaign=ylb_spotify">https://www.lendela.com/</a></li><li>Special thanks to Westpoint Transit — the ones driving this campaign, quite literally. As a leader in Singapore’s private chartered transportation scene, they keep us moving from GRC to GRC. Check out their fleet at <a href="https://westpointbus.com.sg/">https://westpointbus.com.sg/</a></li></ul><p>(00:00) Intro<br>(08:15) WP’s Harpreet Slams DPM Gan in Punggol <br>(30:23) Ong Ye Kung Tears into SDP’s Manifesto <br>(42:37) One Shiok Comment<br>(45:00) One Shiok Thing</p><p><strong>One Shiok Thing</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cu7qadVjqiI">BMW - Episode 2: Bertha Henson meets Walid</a></li><li><a href="https://elefant.net.ai/speaker-snapshots">Elefant - Speaker Snapshots</a></li></ul><p><strong>Comment on this episode!</strong></p><ul><li>Reddit: <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/">https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/</a></li><li>Telegram: <a href="https://t.me/YahLahButPodcast">https://t.me/YahLahButPodcast</a></li></ul><p><strong>Follow us on our socials for the latest news</strong></p><ul><li>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@yahlahbut">https://www.tiktok.com/@yahlahbut</a></li><li>IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/yahlahbut/">https://www.instagram.com/yahlahbut/</a></li><li>FB: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/yahlahbutpod">https://www.facebook.com/yahlahbutpod</a></li></ul><p><strong>WP’s Harpreet Slams DPM Gan in Punggol</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/ge2025-workers-party-wp-rally-punggol-pritam-singh-gan-kim-yong-janil-puthucheary-5094646">GE2025: Workers' Party zeroes in on Gan Kim Yong; calls on Punggol GRC voters to 'send strong message to PAP'</a></li><li><a href="https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/ge2025-punggol-grc-pap-rally-gan-kim-yong-5091351">GE2025: Punggol a 'shining model of Singapore's heartland', but can be improved even more, says DPM Gan</a></li><li><a href="https://www.asiaone.com/singapore/why-are-they-so-insecure-pritam-and-wp-candidates-hit-out-pap-parachuting-dpm-gan-punggol">'Why are they so insecure?' Pritam and WP candidates hit out at PAP 'parachuting' DPM Gan into Punggol GRC</a></li><li><a href="https://mothership.sg/2025/04/sm-lee-pritam-singh-ridiculous-argument/">'A ridiculous argument': SM Lee rebuts Pritam Singh's comment that it's a 'serious problem' if PAP govt is weakened by losing ministers</a></li></ul><p><strong>Ong Ye Kung Tears into SDP’s Manifesto</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/ge2025-ong-ye-kung-sembawang-grc-pap-rally-criticise-sdp-proposals-5094516">GE2025: Ong Ye Kung says SDP proposals don't have a ‘snowball's chance’ of contributing to Singapore</a></li><li><a href="https://mothership.sg/2025/04/poh-li-san-responds-chee-soon-juan-pap-rally/">Chee Soon Juan is passionate, but passion alone doesn't build playgrounds: Poh Li San at Sembawang West rally</a></li></ul><p>Mics and Headphones from <a href="https://www.instagram.com/shure/">@shure</a></p><p>Chairs from <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ergotune.co/">@ergotunechair</a></p><p>Edited and mixed by Tristen Yeak</p>
April 28, 2025
<p><strong>★ Our GE2025 Plans!! ★<br></strong>Sign up for our newsletter at <a href="https://www.yahlahbut.com">https://www.yahlahbut.com</a> to find out firsthand where we'll be during each day of the campaigning period. It's gonna be epic!</p><p><br>At a high-stakes PAP rally, Ng Chee Meng finally addressed the NTUC Income–Allianz controversy—but needed backup from Senior Minister Lee Hsien Loong to frame it as a story of good faith, not mismanagement. SM Lee also took shots at some of WP’s claims about NTUC as well as the role of the opposition. Meanwhile, SDP’s Gigine Wong & the rest of the SDP team issued a public apology after her racial slur during a rally speech, but questions linger about vetting and damage control. Plus, we continue our APolitical Party Bus journey through Tanjong Pagar, Radin Mas, Queenstown, and Bishan–Toa Payoh as GE2025 hustings intensify.</p><p>🚍 Want to know where we’re heading next? Track the Yah Lah But GE2025 bus live at <a href="https://ministryoffunny.com/yahlahbut-ge2025">ministryoffunny.com/yahlahbut-ge2025</a>.</p><p> <strong>Our Sponsors</strong></p><ul><li>Transparency matters—whether it’s politics or personal finance. Lendela brings you all your <strong>personalised</strong> loan options from over 70 banks and loan providers, so you can always make an informed decision on your loan. Try it now at <a href="https://sg.lendela.com/?utm_source=ylb&utm_medium=gecampaign&utm_campaign=ylb_spotify">https://www.lendela.com/</a></li><li> Special thanks to Westpoint Transit — the ones driving this campaign, quite literally. As a leader in Singapore’s private chartered transportation scene, they keep us moving from GRC to GRC. Check out their fleet at <a href="https://www.westpointbus.com.sg/">https://www.westpointbus.com.sg/</a></li></ul><p>(00:00) Intro<br>(10:50) SM Lee Defends Ng Chee Meng Over NTUC-Allianz Saga<br>(42:20) SDP Apologies for Racial Slur<br>(01:01:45) One Shiok Comment<br>(01:03:45) One Shiok Thing</p><p><strong>One Shiok Thing</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8AdzkRpZAwo&t=2s">GE 2025: Getting Elected Cannot be Just Politics</a></li></ul><p><strong>Comment on this episode!</strong></p><ul><li>Reddit: <a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/">https://www.reddit.com/r/YahLahBut/</a></li><li>Telegram: <a href="https://t.me/YahLahButPodcast">https://t.me/YahLahButPodcast</a></li></ul><p><strong>Follow us on our socials for the latest news</strong></p><ul><li>TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@yahlahbut">https://www.tiktok.com/@yahlahbut</a></li><li>IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/yahlahbut/">https://www.instagram.com/yahlahbut/</a></li><li>FB: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/yahlahbutpod">https://www.facebook.com/yahlahbutpod</a></li></ul><p><strong>SM Lee Defends Ng Chee Meng Over NTUC-Allianz Saga</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/ge2025-labour-chief-ntuc-ng-chee-meng-income-allianz-5092946">GE2025: NTUC will 'learn the right lessons and do better' following Income-Allianz saga, says labour chief Ng Chee Meng</a></li><li><a href="https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/ge2025-sm-lee-hsien-loong-ng-chee-meng-ntuc-income-allianz-5092831">GE2025: Ng Chee Meng not to blame for Income-Allianz deal; WP would have approved it if in charge, says SM Lee</a></li><li><a href="https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/income-insurance-allianz-deal-ntuc-enterprise-ng-chee-meng-4526976">[2024] NTUC pledges to hold Income to commitment of keeping two existing low-cost insurance schemes affordable</a></li><li><a href="https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/ntuc-may-day-awards-2025-lee-hsien-loong-5089336">SM Lee receives top May Day award from NTUC for 'supreme' contributions to labour movement</a></li><li><a href="https://mothership.sg/2025/04/ng-chee-meng-pauses-rally-woman-collapses/">Ng Chee Meng pauses rally speech to call for medic after woman collapses</a></li></ul><p><strong>SDP Apologies for Racial Slur</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/ge2025-sdp-gigene-wong-ariffin-sha-racial-slur-rally-marsiling-yew-tee-grc-5092416">GE2025: SDP's Gigene Wong apologises twice for using racial slur to describe own party candidate at rally</a></li></ul><p>Mics and Headphones from <a href="https://www.instagram.com/shure/">@shure</a></p><p>Chairs from <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ergotune.co/">@ergotunechair</a></p><p>Edited and mixed by Tristen Yeak</p>
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