Two decades behind bars is a really long time, and Stam is ready for a new life. But first, he’s got to get through his first day at work. BT Lens On dives into the challenges of finding and keeping a job after serving time in Singapore, and the people who are making a difference.

Synopsis: A monthly podcast series from The Business Times on current affairs, societal issues and government policies explored through the lens of how it impacts us in Singapore and in the region.

Highlights of the conversation:

00:55 Stam’s first day on the job

05:23 How Nando’s supports ex-offender employees

07:06 Challenges on the job

13:56 The Dadah Itu Haram community movement

17:03 Stam’s hopes for the future

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Now, we want to hear from you! Send us your questions, thoughts, story ideas, and feedback to [email protected]. We’ll look into it for future episodes.

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Hosted by: Lee Kim Siang ([email protected])

With Professor Muhammad Faishal Ibrahim, Minister of State for Home Affairs & National Development; Shirin Nadia, HR Business Partner at Nando’s Chickenland Singapore; Kevin Ho, career coach at Yellow Ribbon Singapore; and Stam.

Edited by: Claressa Monteiro & Emily Liu

Produced by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro

Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh

A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media

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