



Ep 162: TRAVELLING with FAMILY: Is It Really Worth It?!
Every family trip is filled with ups and downs: from making precious memories together to the stress of planning, different travel styles, and the occasional argument when everyone is tired. But as we grow older and the roles reverse, can travelling with family still remain the carefree holidays we…

Ep 161: Have We Been Getting RACE & CULTURE WRONG?!
Most of us grew up in multicultural Singapore, but how much of what we know about race and culture actually comes from understanding, versus what our families, schools, friends, and society have taught us? We’re diving into the assumptions, stereotypes, and cultural boundaries we grew up with, as…

Ep 160: Will We Change Our Minds About Having Kids?
In this episode, we revisit our hesitant stances on parenthood. While we once leaned towards a firm "no," recent shifts have completely changed our perspective. Joie opens up about a major baby fever moment where she caught herself wishing she was pregnant. Meanwhile, Q is still very much gatekeepi…

Ep 159: How Did Having a Domestic Helper Affect Our Childhood?
Domestic helpers are a big part of many Singaporean households, yet conversations about them are often shaped by stereotypes and viral stories. In this episode, we unpack stories from both employers & helpers, exploring trust, boundaries, expectations, and the challenges that come with living toge…

Ep 158: Does Help Exist in Singapore?
What does social mobility actually look like when people begin life with different opportunities, resources, and support networks? And what role does community support play in helping families move forward? In this episode, we're joined by a ComLink+ family coach from MSF and a father of two who r…

Ep 157: What You NEED To Know About The 7th Month (ft. QzTaoism and Kai)
In Singapore, Hungry Ghost Month is often observed through a mix of tradition, caution, and curiosity — but how much do we actually understand about the beliefs behind it? In this episode, we explore Hungry Ghost Month from a Taoist priest’s perspective, unpacking its meaning, rituals, and the bel…

Ep 156: Singapore’s MOST EMBARRASSING Childhood Stories (ft. SG Reddit)
In this episode, we react to some of Singapore Reddit's funniest (and most painfully relatable) childhood stories, while sharing embarrassing memories of our own. From innocent misunderstandings and school-day chaos to awkward teenage moments and first crushes, we're reminded just how messy—and hil…

Ep 155: What Is Happening to Singapore's Local Culture?!
You may be wondering why we’re only talking about this after National Day has passed, but that’s exactly the point of this episode. What does it actually mean to be Singaporean today? As local businesses disappear, neighbourhood icons change, and conversations about cultural dilution & curation be…

Ep 154: We Put The Takeaway Table in the HOT SEAT?!
If you grew up watching Dmingthing, this one's for you. Ming Han, Ming Yue, and Graeme are in the Hot Seat to look back on their journey from Malaysia's OG YouTubers to building The Takeaway Table into one of Southeast Asia's biggest creator platforms. From fan-submitted questions and behind-the-sc…

Ep 153: What It REALLY Means to START OVER...
What happens when you hit a wall, walk away from a successful acting career, and completely move across the world to save your own mental health? In this episode of The Hop Pod, Edwin & Rachel open up about their experiences with burnout and hitting the reset button. They share about what it means …