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XX Files - S1E177: Diving deep into the world of Web3

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Take a deep dive into Web3 technologies with CNA938’s Yasmin Jonkers as she speaks with Anna Haotanto, host of Web3 Revolution, a new CNA documentary. Anna Haotanto is also the Managing Director of ABZD Capital and founder and CEO of The New Savvy. From quantum computing to NFTs, the 4-part series unpacks how these technologies are reshaping Asia. 

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XX Files - S1E87: Dangerous listening habits and how they can hurt our hearing

The World Health Organization says more than a billion adults are expected to experience lifelong hearing loss because of dangerous listening habits. Chermaine Teo, Head Audiologist from Faith Hearing tells us what we can do about it. Plus, CNA938's Yasmin Jonkers speaks with Lifestyle & Travel Journalist Karen Tee about the return of boy bands!

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XX Files - S1E86: What do the youths think of the upcoming Malaysian GE?

It's the first time 18 year olds are allowed to vote in the upcoming Malaysian GE. Authorities lowered the voting age from 21 to 18 in 2019. About 4 million young people will be voting this year and they make up a fifth of the electorate. Khor Yu Leng, Senior Political Economist from Segi Enam Advisors shares if these young voters are ready to vote. 

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XX Files - S1E85: Stories from a stroke survivor

In the lead up to World Stroke Day, which is on Saturday, we focus on raising awareness of the signs of stroke and the need for timely access to quality stroke treatment. Yasmin Jonkers speaks to Dominique Low. She is a stroke survivor and also had two brain aneurysms. We also hear from Chelsie Tan, Singapore’s very own Queen of Wheels,  and Professional Road Racing Cyclist on the eve of the Tour De France Criterium here. She tells us more about her career.

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XX Files - S1E84: Fighting for period care

Feminist movements are making headlines in the world’s strictest places. Over in China, women are fighting to have sanitary pads sold on high-speed trains. Yasmin Jonkers speaks to Chi Zhang, a British Academy Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of St Andrews, about why the movement is important. We also hear about UOB’s Gig+U Women programme, which offers caregivers access to 200 jobs.

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XX Files - S1E83: Pushing for inclusivity

The Singapore government wants to refresh Singapore’s social compact and further support those with special needs. We speak with Koh Soek Ying. She is hoping to help people with special needs be more independent by hiring them at her social enterprise, the Mustard Tree.

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