Is peer pressure more powerful than personal conviction? Has social media normalised drug use more than we realise? Why is it so hard to call out harmful behaviour among friends?

In today’s podcast, we explore the concept of “uninfluencing” - a bold new strategy that empowers individuals to think critically rather than follow the crowd. Our panel discusses how liberal drug cultures, online feedback loops, and social discomfort can cloud judgment, and why reinforcing personal agency might be the key to keeping young people safe. Plus, we share real stories of missed interventions, and offer a practical framework (according to ChatGPT) to help you speak up when it matters most.

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What drives someone to run as an independent in Singapore’s tightly controlled political landscape? How did one man rally without a party, propose Bitcoin-backed CPF reforms, and still walk away with the highest independent vote share in over 50 years?

After a fiery debut on our livestream, we invited Jeremy back for a proper sit-down to get to know the man behind the headlines. In this episode, the GE2025 breakout star unpacks the chaos of campaigning solo, what went wrong during his rally, and his bold vision for turning Singapore into the world’s Bitcoin refinery. From CPF to HDB, autism stats to zoo bribes — nothing is off the table.

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Why do the U.S. and China remain economically intertwined despite rising tensions? How is the Israel-Gaza conflict affecting Singapore and shifting global dynamics? What really happens behind closed doors during high-stakes international negotiations?

In this episode, we dive deep into the geopolitical currents shaping our world with Bilahari Kausikan — Singaporean retired academic, diplomat and civil servant who served as Singapore's Permanent Representative to the United Nations between 1995 and 1998. Known for his candid views and sharp insights, Bilahari shares what he’s seen from inside the diplomatic arena, unpacks the complexities of today’s international conflicts, and gives us a look at how small states like Singapore punch above their weight in regional and global politics.

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