The News Cheat Sheet

Having an unexpected pregnancy and being a single mother, Shermaine's path took an abrupt turn in her life, filled with challenges and hefty demands. Without a husband by her side, the responsibilities of raising her daughter carried more weight. Despite the challenges, Shermaine shares how she carried the weight on her shoulders to raise her daughter.

Timestamps in case you wish to skip to the segments:

• Shermaine's journey in an unexpected pregnancy (0:48)
• Labour, carrying the responsibilities as a new mother and its challenges (10:55)
• Stigmas of a young single mother, being looked down and sexualised (23:47)
• Dating as a single mother (27:53)
• Managing between raising her daughter, work and her passion outside work (33:03)
• Shermaine's relationship with her daughter (37:01)
• How her passion, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu strengthen her (41:36)
• What she learnt after becoming a mother and her advice (45:18)

We went to Clarke Quay to find out people's most memorable drunk stories, and what they think of the restricted reopening of selected nightclubs under the pilot programme.

Timestamps in case you wish to skip to the segments:
 - Kenneth lost his wallet and keys and ended up in a police station (3:54)
 - Anonymous lady's clubbing experience who saw people wearing masks pre covid-19 (9:52)
 - George found himself waking up in the toilet after clubbing (13:49)
 - Break time: Drew's Hooter's date story (19:08)
 - Anonymous lady's experience with bad covid-19 pick up lines (22:04)
 - DJ's crazy clubbing story and his take on night and entertainment industry (25:37)
 - Mary’s bad first kiss experience in the club (29:55)

This week we speak with Janice Lee, a sexual wellness advocate, and we ask questions you’re too shy to Google.

Timestamps in case you wish to skip to the segments:
 - Lack of sex in a relationship (1:49)
 - Addiction in sex (7:24)
 - Pornography and sex positive films (12:25)
 - Insecurities in sex (19:35)
 - Kinks that are awkward and where to draw the line in sex (22:57)
 - Why is it more taboo for women to talk about sex (25:42)
 - Discussion on how sex can be a pleasurable experience (28:20)
 - Psychological barriers in sex (32:10)
 - Humour and laughter in sex (36:38)
 - Masturbation and addiction (39:45)
 - Sex education and improving it in the future (46:42)
 - What happened after the elevator game (49:55)

What are some hot topic issues that emerged throughout the U.S. presidential election campaign period?

A Democrat and Republican living in Singapore share their thoughts.

Part 1 here:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/1iuIR8atvwFi5S49D4bKB0?si=udoMFgLcTDOqqBhhA3i_qw

Timestamps in case you wish to skip to the segments:
- Current administration's handling of the coronavirus (0:54)
- Police brutality in the United States. (11:34)
- The media landscape in America, and how it shapes their political views (21:09)
- What makes a good president and their views on the presidential candidates (28:58)

As election day on November 3rd approaches, the United States is set to choose a president who will lead the country for the next 4 years.

In this first part of a two part episode, a Democrat and Republican share with us what their political affiliations mean to them, their impressions of the opposing party, and what they think is needed now to unite the American people.

Timestamps in case you wish to skip to the segments:
 - What does it mean to be a Democrat and Republican, and their views on the opposing parties (0:52)
 - Understanding of how American politics is viewed internationally (8:12)
 - Thoughts about how they see each other as individuals in opposing parties (12:17)
 - Thoughts on how to unite America (21:00)

Do you believe in ghosts? Have you had ghostly encounters before? In this episode of stories of us, the Halloween edition, we got 2 of our colleagues to share their own spooky experiences before trying out the elevator game.

Timestamps in case you wish to skip to the segments:
 - Siti's haunted phone call at USS Halloween Horror Night (0:42)
- Siti's ghost sighting at university (8:17)
- Siti's haunted experiences during her teens (13:31)
- Kane's National Service ghost story (25:55)
- There's a ghost entity in Mothership office? (29:00)
- The elevator game (35:06)

The stigma of being an ex-convict can lead to self-stigmatizing beliefs and hinder second chances in life. From being a latchkey kid, vice activities and imprisonment, Darren Tan's journey to becoming a lawyer was filled with twists and turns. Despite falling several times, he opens up on how he overcame daunting challenges and turned his life around.

Timestamps in case you wish to skip to the segments:
 - Formative years surrounded by vice activities, violent and drug related offences (0:56)
 - Downfall and Imprisonment  (9:24)
 - Reflection in solitary confinement and the turning point (13:53) 
- The pursuit to Darren's dream of becoming a lawyer (17:42) 
- Becoming a lawyer, helping others and giving back (37:44)

Do you have neighbours from hell or are you the neighbour from hell? We discuss the recent case of couple hanging raw pork outside the kitchen window and our experience with neighbours from hell.

Timestamps in case you wish to skip to the segments:
 - Couple hangs raw pork outside their kitchen window (0:26)
 - "You can die alone." Our colleague Fas's experience with a neighbour from hell (4:57)
 - Proposed ban on smoking near balconies/windows (7:00)
 - Drew's crazy cat neighbour that stole his McDonald's (18:56)
 - How we resolved our neighbourly disputes  (25:35)
 - Tips to be a better neighbour (29:01)

We speak to a cyber-security expert to discuss the recent leaked security camera footage, why we should keep changing our passwords and what exactly is in the dark web.

Timestamps in case you wish to skip to the segments:
 - Home security cameras in Singapore hacked (0:55)
 - How to identify reliable security cameras (7:11)
 - Why we need to keep changing our passwords (12:05)
 - VPNs (20:24)
 - Should you cover your webcams? (21:45)
 - Dark web and the 3 layers of internet (30:02)
 - Tips to protect yourself in today's digital age (36:26)

Being a professional athlete not only requires rigorous training to maintain peak physical fitness, but the mental strength to confront the pressure to perform. In this episode, Quah Ting Wen opens up about her journey as a professional swimmer, facing depression, and what's next for her swimming career.

Timestamps in case you wish to skip to the segments:
 - Origins story and her break out year (1:10)
 - The disappointment of Rio, figuring out who she was and depression (9:14)
 - Pursuing swimming seriously, now and the future (17:50)