A Levels results just released, and with that there are definitely students who are feeling lost about what to do with their new found freedom. Listen as we go through some tips about what you can possibly do after your A Levels, and before your next milestone in life.  

Previous A Levels episode: https://youtu.be/R7nCJrdRWyc

r/AmItheAsshole is a legendary reddit thread where people post their stories, and let the internet decide if they are the asshole in the particular situation. Watch as we react to some of the best that we saw, and discuss some topics that hit close to home.  Previous AmItheAsshole episode: https://youtu.be/h1v-4x0YP70

Netflix is slowly but surely taking over people's lives, and with series such as The Queens Gambit they have shown that they can make viral series that impacts society and culture immensely. Listen as we go through our personal top 3 series on Netflix, and why you should watch them as well.

CLARIFICATION: 5 people were involved in the protest, not 6. Sorry for the mix up during the episode.

Protests in Singapore has long been limited to Hong Lim Park, where one has to apply for a permit to protest. However, with the closure of Hong Lim Park due to COVID and the recent alleged discrimination against a transgender student, a protest was held outside of the MOE building lobbying against transphobia in schools. Watch as we react to this news, and discuss whether protests are productive for a cause.  

Mustsharenews article about the protest: https://mustsharenews.com/police-lgbtq-moe/

Dear Straight People Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/dearstraightppl

Gay rights has gained traction over the years in Singapore with campaigns such as PinkDot and #Ready4Repeal. However, a recent event where a man confronted workers at SMOL for displaying a LGBTQ flag has once again reminded us that not everyone shares the same sentiment. Watch as we discuss homophobia in Singapore, and what we hope for the future. 

Mustsharenews article about the incident: https://mustsharenews.com/pride-flag-thrown/ 

SMOL's Instagram post: https://www.instagram.com/p/CKMHGL-HApx/ 

Dear Straight People Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/dearstraightppl

Welcome back to another season of IMO! Cultural appropriation has always been a topic that made headlines over the years, most common being the appropriation of traditional clothing. However, a group of entrepreneurs in America has now been accused of culturally appropriating the game of mahjong. Listen as we discuss whether or not this truly is cultural appropriation, and about how Singapore can learn from this incident.

Mustsharenews article about the incident: https://mustsharenews.com/the-mahjong-line/

2020 has been a crazy year, many things have happened and here at IMO we have talked about plenty of issues. Watch as we go through the past 38 episodes of opinions, and talk about our current thoughts surrounding these topics.  

Also, we have a livestream coming this Saturday (12 Dec), 8pm-12am so do join us on YouTube for some deep talks and chat with us about (almost) anything and everything!

Mental health is a topic that we haven't been shy to talk about, but we have not gone into detail about our own mental health journeys and what we have learnt through the years. Watch as we discuss about our own experiences with emotional struggles and mental illness, with our special guest Joyce.  

Warning, this episode might come off a little messy, both technically and discussion wise. This is not EP39 (unlike what we said in the podcast), and we will be uploading two more episodes before the end of the season.

Many are familiar with TheSmartLocal's YouTube channel, as well as the editorial and creative content on Facebook. However, not many know what it took to get here from a one-man team back in 2012. Watch as we talk with founder of TheSmartLocal, Bryan Choo, and hear about the origins of the lifestyle publication company we have come to know and love.

TheSmartLocal is a well known lifestyle publication in Singapore, with content ranging from articles and videos on Facebook, to YouTube videos that many are familiar with. However, not many has had the chance to hear from the founder of TSL, Bryan Choo. Watch as we kick off this two-part series by discussing about the creative industry, and what creatives can do to thrive in it.