From viral headlines to public controversy, Wake Up Singapore has become one of the most prominent alternative media voices in the country - fearless in tackling taboo and under-reported issues. We sit down with founder Ariffin to unpack how it all began, whether Palestine-related posts are really being shadowbanned, and what the future holds for the platform.

(01:40) Say hi to Wake Up Singapore!

(04:40) How Wake Up Singapore was born

(12:30) The motivation to keep going

(16:10) Is social media silencing posts about Palestine?

(26:10) Where does Wake Up Singapore sees itself?

(34:40) Risk of echo chambers in GE2025

(42:50) The future of Wake Up Singapore