Shows
Teh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 130: Cheong Yip SengThe former Editor in Chief of The Straits Times discusses his time as a journalist and what his vision for ST is. The questions Singaporeans often ask: what is the relationship between the government and editors of The Straits Times? How does censorship look like? Is there room to push back, or cross OB (Out of Bounds) markers? Join me as I host someone who is eminently qualified to discuss these and more, Mr Cheong Yip Seng, the former Editor-in-Chief of The Straits Times. He recently released a sequel to his book on OB markers and journalism in Singapore.
2025-11-2256 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid: Episode 128 - A discussion on 'Why Palestine' with Nyla EsmanAbout the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2025-11-0758 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 127 - Faten from GazaThe most difficult episode I have done to date. Faten shares how she feels as someone from Gaza, and opens up about her emotions.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2025-11-0755 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 126: Cabinet ReshuffleAbout the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2025-10-2654 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid: Episode 125 - Morning After episodeAbout the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2025-10-2655 min2025-10-261h 28Teh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 111: Andre Low from the Workers’ Party.About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia.
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2025-04-2355 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 110: MOS Rahayu MahzamA candid conversation with our Minister of State! We discussed self-censorship and the use of defamation suits, accusations of gerrymandering, avenues for activism, and whether Singapore is ready for a woman Minister of Muslim Affairs!
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2025-04-081h 00Teh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 109: Most Valuable Party’s Chia Yun Kai.This young aspiring politician shares why voters should choose his party over both the PAP and WP in East Coast.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2025-04-0858 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 107: MP Louis NgWe discuss the budget, inequality, Palestine, and many more!
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2025-03-2050 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 106: Goh Meng SengThe longest episode in TTWW history! A discussion on three cornered fights, vaccines, immigration and LGBT issues. About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2025-03-201h 40Teh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 105: Red Dot United’s Ravi PhilemonRed Dot United’s Ravi Philemon talks about his party’s aspirations and strategies for the upcoming GE.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2025-03-181h 07Teh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik with Walid Episode 104: Professor Kenneth Paul TanMy Intro to Politics Professor discusses political podcasts, civil society, the direction Singapore should take, and many more!
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2025-03-1759 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik with Walid Episode 103: Afghanistan refugee Ali RezaA heartbreaking story of a refugee’s experience. Ali Reza escaped from Afghanistan when he was 15 and became a refugee in Indonesia. Listen to his story.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2025-03-1759 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid: Episode 101 - Professor Barry TrachtenbergThe accomplished historian and professor of Jewish Studies talks being Jewish in the US, the genocide in Gaza, the US Presidential election and more! Must watch! I learnt so much from it.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2024-12-3054 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 99: Associate Professor Nilay SaiyaWe discuss the US elections with my colleague, Prof Nilay, an American who is a political scientist.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2024-12-2955 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 98: Lepak ConversationsLiyana and Syahirah from LC discuss their open letter calling on the government to recognise Palestine.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2024-12-291h 04Teh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 97: Joshua Sim from Doctors Without Borders (MSF)The emergency nurse bares his soul as he walks us through his experience serving in P. A powerful testimony.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2024-12-2958 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 96: Shze-Hui TjoaOne of the things that happened the past year is that the pro-P coalition has quite significantly expanded in Singapore, involving individuals from different races, religions, and generations. @shzehui is one such example!
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2024-10-1655 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Garrett Ng from @youthforpeace.sgThis young man discusses Palestine with me. Wise beyond his years!
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2024-10-1156 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Prof Kishore MahbubaniThe Diplomatic powerhouse shares his thoughts about the world!
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2024-09-2446 minTeh Tarik With WalidOn Teaching Colonialism and the Study of History with Dr Leong Chan-HoongTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 93
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2024-09-2447 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 92: Ryan Kueh, author of ‘From Streets to Stalls’Hawking and hawker centres are political! We discuss how so. Ryan’s book was recently published by World Scientific @worldscientificpub.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2024-09-2440 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 91: Aarika LeeThe influencer shares her journey towards becoming more aware of P and the Middle East, and why she thinks using her voice is important.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2024-09-0257 minTeh Tarik With WalidA Discussion with "Friend of the PAP", Comedian Fauzi Azzhar (Episode 89)New ‘Friend of the PAP’, comedian and influencer, shares his honest thoughts about the newly launched network. He is transparent about his involvement. Must-watch!
(And he is a funny guy too!)
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2024-07-0938 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 88: Ustaz Mizi WahidUstaz discusses what Palestine means in Islam, what is the role of Muslim organisations in representing the community, and what Singaporeans can do amid this crisis.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2024-06-2248 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 87: Prof Chua Beng HuatProf Chua discusses his latest book and the housing situation in Singapore.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2024-06-0957 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 86: Gilbert Goh from Love AidThe actor and host discusses her journey to being conscious about the Palestinian cause, with a lot of grace, courage, and eloquence.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2024-06-071h 09Teh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 85: Talking about RafahHow should we react to Rafah, what can we do, and what is the value of the vote, considering there are two important elections coming up (in the US and the UK)? How should people who care about Palestine vote in those two countries? I explore these questions in this short and impromptu episode.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdu...
2024-06-0731 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 84: Oon Shu An‘But you’re an actor, why are you commenting on Palestine?’ To which, she responded: ‘How ‘intelligent’ does someone need to be to know killing children is wrong?’ Join me as I host celebrity - an actual one!! - @oonshuan as we discuss her journey towards being a vocal advocate for the Palestinian cause. Shu An’s journey, I believe, will resonate with many Singaporeans, as prior to October, she would not have considered herself to be ‘political’. Shu An was a speaker at the Gaza Monologues, and she really impressed many in the audience, myself included, with her eloquence and convic...
2024-05-221h 04Teh Tarik With WalidThe US Campus Protests: A View from the Ground | Teh Tarik with Walid Episode 83What do the pro-Palestine student protestors wish to achieve? Have they been successful? How has the general public reacted to them? What is the tone and tenor of these protests? And why has mainstream media in the US been unfair to them? Join me as I host student journalist, Angelica Ang, who is in the US now! She has done good reporting on this matter (you can even find one of her pieces in ST).
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He wo...
2024-05-1856 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 82: A Discussion on Civil SocietySeasoned activists Corinna Lim and Remy Choo discuss the state of civil society in Singapore.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2024-05-041h 14Teh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid: Episode 81 - Dr Ang Swee ChaiVery few Singaporeans are as inspiring as this surgeon. Dr Ang has dedicated most of her adult life to the Palestinians. She is a true national hero.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2024-03-2851 minTeh Tarik With WalidHope and the future for the Palestine cause with Gaza sunbird Karim Ali (Episode 79)Karim Ali details the devastation the Palestinians have to endure, but emphasises that there is no time for despair.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2024-03-1029 minTeh Tarik With WalidIn Conversation With A Palestinian Living In The West Bank (Episode 77)About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2024-02-2041 minTeh Tarik With WalidCensorship and the future of print media with Straits Times editor Jaime Ho (Episode 76)What is ST’s role in the country and political landscape? Join me as I explore this central question (and much more of course) as I host the Editor of @straits_times , in special edition of Teh Tarik With Walid!
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia.
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2024-02-1457 minTeh Tarik With WalidDiscussing the SimplyGo controversy with Prof Walter Theseira and Anngee Neo (Episode 75)About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2024-01-271h 06Teh Tarik With WalidCommunity building through the arts (a TTWW live session)Episode 73: What does community building through/in the Arts look like? What is the wider role of the Arts in society and politics? A TTWW live episode with Su-Lin and Shiyun.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by Asst Prof Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah at the School of Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University Singapore.
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2023-12-0458 minTeh Tarik With WalidPalestine through the lens of a Singaporean (Episode 72)Teh Tarik With Walid: Episode 72 It was late at night, so forgive me for any incoherence and rambling! 😂
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2023-11-061h 00Teh Tarik With WalidWho are the Orang Laut? With Firdaus Sani from Orang Laut SGWho are the Orang Laut? What are their traditions? And what does Orang Laut SG wish to achieve? Listen to this fascinating interview! About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia.
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2023-11-0249 minTeh Tarik With WalidDiscussing Singapore’s mental health strategy with Dr Chua Sook Ning and Dr Rayner Tan (Episode 70)About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia.
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2023-10-2257 minTeh Tarik With WalidMinimum Income Standard with Teo You Yenn & Ng Kok Hoe (Episode 69)These two amazing academics talk about the MIS report, how income is related to human dignity, how we should expand our understanding of what is sufficient, and the government’s response to the report.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2023-10-061h 07Teh Tarik With WalidClimate activism, performativity and Just Stop Oil with SG Climate Rally (Episode 68)Two young climate activists, @hengyeng19 and @thedebhill, share their thoughts on climate activism and why political action is necessary. They display wisdom beyond their years of living! Do support their work!
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2023-09-141h 07Teh Tarik With WalidEpisode 67: Thoughts on President-elect Tharman and the election!About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2023-09-0254 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid: Episode 66 - Shahril HamdanFuture YB, Encik Shahril Hamdan discusses Malaysia’s, and his own, political fates!
Really good episode! Malaysia’s future is in good hands, with more politicians like him.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2023-08-2236 minTeh Tarik With WalidEpisode 65 with potential presidential candidate Ng Kok SongPresidential hopeful @ngkoksong.official shares his thoughts on the Presidency and what he would do if he were elected.
Brilliant man giving a brilliant interview!
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2023-08-1453 minTeh Tarik With WalidIndependent spaces and activism in Singapore (Episode 64)Founder of Ethos Books, Mr Fong Hoe Fang, and Prashant Somosundaram from The Projector, share their thoughts on independent spaces, activism and censorship in Singapore.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2023-07-311h 21Teh Tarik With WalidA tumultuous week in Singapore politics part 2: GRCs and Presidential electionsAre GRCs still relevant? Who will be president?
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia.
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2023-07-211h 13Teh Tarik With WalidA tumultuous week in Singapore politics part 1: Cheating scandals and electionsMy incoherent ramblings on important recent events in Singapore politics, namely the Tan Chuan Jin/Cheng Li Hui and Leon Perera/Nicole Seah scandals.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia.
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2023-07-2136 minTeh Tarik With WalidSocial Housing and Homelessness with Dr Ng Kok Hoe (Episode 62)A Discussion with the Editor of ‘They Told Us to Move’, Dr Ng Kok Hoe on social housing, safety nets, homelessness and many more!
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia.
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2023-07-201h 13Teh Tarik With WalidA Chat with Potential Presidential Candidate George Goh (Episode 61)Mr Goh gives his thoughts on his campaign and the Elected Presidency. Such candour from him!
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia.
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2023-06-2930 minTeh Tarik With WalidBureaucratic politics in Singapore and fiction: with Author Jolene Tan (Episode 60)Teh Tarik With Walid: Episode 60 Novelist and activisy Jolene Tan discusses her work of fiction, After the Inquiry, and how it pertains to bureaucratic politics in Singapore.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia.
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2023-05-1058 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid: Episode 59 - Tun Dr Mahathir MohamadAbout the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia.
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2023-03-2327 minTeh Tarik With WalidCensoring Roald Dahl: A chat on representation, censorship and parenting with Far’ain JafaarEpisode 58: Local author of children’s books, Far’ain Jaafar, discuss censoring Roald Dahl, Dr Seuss and children’s literature with me.
@fjain
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia.
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2023-03-071h 19Teh Tarik With WalidDisability studies, inclusion and representation in SingaporeTeh Tarik With Walid: Episode 57 - Editors, Not Without Us.
What is disability studies? What is the term we should use? What does inclusion look like? Is meritocracy problematic?
I discuss these questions with the Editors of Not Without Us, Victor Zhuang, Meng Ee Wong, and Dan Goodley.
@dangoodley @mengeewong @princeofclowns @ethosbooks
2023-02-221h 04Teh Tarik With WalidDiscussing PN’s viability, PAS, Bersatu and KJ with Bersatu’s YB Harris IdahamTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 56: YB Harris Idaham from Bersatu. The Bersatu candidate from the 2022 Malaysian election discusses PN’s viability, whether PAS is a liability, and whether his coalition is willing to accept Khairy.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by Asst Prof Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah at the School of Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University Singapore. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2023-02-2048 minTeh Tarik With WalidUMNO, Khairy Jamaluddin, Anwar Ibrahim and Malaysia with Meredith WeissTeh Tarik With Walid: Episode 55 - Professor Meredith Weiss.
The reknowned political scientist shares her insights on Khairy Jamaludin’s next destination, Anwar Ibrahim and Nurul Izzah’s appointment, and Malaysian politics in general.
@meredith.weiss
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia.
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2023-02-1458 minTeh Tarik With WalidPost Malaysia GE15/PRU15: Where will it go from here?Episode 54: I discuss Malaysia’s present and future with three Malaysian (minority) academics. Really insightful stuff!
@greglopez2030 @keanmwong @jasonngszechieh
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia.
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2022-12-271h 30Teh Tarik With WalidEpisode 53 - Nicole Seah | Teh Tarik with WalidTalking Workers Party policies, politicians on social media and more with our most anticipated guest yet!
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by academic Dr Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah. He works on state-Islam relations, and political parties and elections, with particular focus on Singapore and Malaysia.
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2022-11-2257 minTeh Tarik With WalidMalaysian elections 2022: Who will be the next PM? What does the country need? With Tian ChuaTeh Tarik With Walid: Episode 52 - YB Tian Chua.
The former PKR stalwart believes there should be a unity government between PN and PH! Listen to other thoughts on Anwar Ibrahim, the lead-up to PRU 15, and others!
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2022-11-2144 minTeh Tarik With WalidClimate activism in Singapore and COP 27 with Kate Yeo (byobottle) & Terese Anne TeohEpisode 51
I had an inspiring conversation with two young climate activists (who happen to be undergrads), @tereseinatree and @byobottlesg.
@syclimateaction
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2022-11-181h 01Teh Tarik With WalidMalaysian elections 2022: Talking Anwar Ibrahim, legacy politics and race issues with Dr Tricia YeohIn our 50th episode, Dr Tricia Yeoh, CEO of IDEAS Malaysia, discusses the upcoming Malaysian elections and her predictions.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by Asst Prof Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah at the School of Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University Singapore.
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2022-11-1553 minTeh Tarik With WalidDiscussing the media in Singapore with founder of Channel News Asia Woon Tai HoTeh Tarik With Walid: Episode 49
The founder of Channel NewsAsia talks about how CNA started, the media scene in Singapore and the region, and his experience in writing a couple of bestselling books.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by Asst Prof Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah at the School of Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University Singapore.
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2022-11-1043 minTeh Tarik With WalidBeing biracial, domestic worker issues with Yan and Bhing from Brown is RedactedEpisode 48: Teh Tarik With Walid - Myle Yan Tay and Bhing Navato.
A sobering episode with the Editor (Yan) of and contributor (Bhing) to Brown is Redacted. Brilliant insights on race in Singapore, being biracial, and the lived realities of domestic workers.
@myleyantay @iambhingnavato
2022-10-3156 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid: Episode 47 - Associate Professor Ian ChongThe AcademiaSG editor talks about China’s rise and its relation to Singapore, the death penalty, and civil society in Singapore.
@jianchong @academia.sg
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by Asst Prof Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah at the School of Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University Singapore.
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2022-10-261h 01Teh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 46: Mysara Aljaru and Kristian-Marc James Paul.The Editors of ‘Brown is Redacted’ discussed what being Brown means with me.
Brown is…….
@heymysara @kristianmarc
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by Asst Prof Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah at the School of Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University Singapore.
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2022-10-181h 01Teh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 45: Former Foreign Minister George YeoAbout the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by Asst Prof Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah at the School of Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University Singapore.
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2022-10-1447 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 44: Former NMP Braema Mathi.The veteran activist and former NMP talks about why she feels the NMP scheme is not going to be relevant for much longer, the role of civil society, whether the GRC is useful, and how an MP’s role should be viewed.
@braema5440
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by Asst Prof Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah at the School of Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University Singapore.
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2022-09-301h 12Teh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid: Episode 43 - Former NMP Anthea Ong, Dr Rayner Tan, and Sophie Chew.The three individuals discuss the book on NMPs with me. Quote of the day: ‘we get the Parliament we deserve’.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by Asst Prof Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah at the School of Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University Singapore.
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2022-09-161h 11Teh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid: Episode 42 - Professor Tommy KohProf Koh shares his sharp insights on small states, the region, ASEAN, and Singapore’s place in the region.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by Asst Prof Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah at the School of Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University Singapore.
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2022-09-0839 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 41: Sudhir Thomas VadakethThe Editor-in-Chief of @jom.media discusses his aspirations for the newest kid on the alternative media block.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by Asst Prof Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah at the School of Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University Singapore.
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2022-08-311h 12Teh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 40: Impromptu discussion on repeal of Section 377A.PM Lee announced during his National Day Rally that Section 377A would be repealed - what would that mean for both the liberals and conservatives in Singapore? Is it the change that people have been waiting for? Or one step forwards, two steps back? We talk to some listeners to find out.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by Asst Prof Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah at the School of Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University Singapore.
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
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2022-08-211h 22Teh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid: Episode 39 - NCMP Hazel PoaNon-Constituency Member of Parliament Ms Hazel Poa shares her thoughts on the PSP’s performance in parliament, Section 377A and more.
She even pled the fifth on a question! 😂
Fun and honest conversation.
@hazel_poa @progresssingaporeparty
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2022-07-1244 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid: Episode 38 - Discussions on the next PMIn this impromptu episode, we discuss (meet the people's session style)about the implications of Lawrence Wong being announced as the next PM. Why him, and what would this mean for the future of the PAP and the political timeline?
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
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2022-04-161h 04Teh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid: Episode 37 - Jess Chua from the Progress Singapore Party.PSP’s Youth Head discusses her party’s performance thus far, charges that it is a xenophobic party, and her pet causes as Head of the Youth Wing.
@jesschua.sg @progresssingaporeparty
2022-03-3158 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 36: Veteran Activist Constance SingamThe legendary woman herself discusses all things civil society, and more!
@constancesingam @ethosbooks
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by Asst Prof Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah at the School of Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University Singapore.
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2022-03-231h 03Teh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid: Episode 35 - Dr Intan Azura MokhtarThe former two-term PAP MP shares her thoughts on civil society, education policies, and the major themes in her new book!
@drintanazuramokhtar
2022-03-1756 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid: Episode 34 - Lepak Conversations.Nur, one half of LC, shares her thoughts on why LC exists, and other hot-button issues such as cultural appropriation and cancel culture.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by Asst Prof Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah at the School of Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University Singapore.
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2022-03-031h 12Teh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid: Episode 33 - Rice Media’s Yulianna FrederikaA discussion with Rice Media Content Creator @yuliannafrederika on political correctness, and Ah Girls Go Army.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by Asst Prof Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah at the School of Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University Singapore.
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2022-02-241h 03Teh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid: Episode 32 - Dr Humairah ZainalDr Humairah discusses her recently-published book, ‘The Primordial Identity of Malay Nationalism: Contemporary Identity in Malaysia and Singapore’.
To purchase Dr Humairah's book:
https://www.routledge.com/
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2022-01-2049 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 31: Former NMP Walter TheseiraProf Theseira discusses Universal Basic Income, the NMP scheme, and Singapore politics in general.
@waltertheseira
2022-01-131h 02Teh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 30: WP MP Dr Jamus LimTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 30: WP MP Dr Jamus Lim
Associate Professor Lim has an honest conversation on the Covid endemic and the way forward, FICA, GRCs, WP’s future and more!
2021-10-0959 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 29: Mr Zainal SapariThe Assistant Director-General of NTUC shares his thoughts on income inequality, minimum wage, foreign workers, and many more! #tehtarikwithwalid @zainalsapari
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by Asst Prof Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah at the School of Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University Singapore. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2021-09-041h 03Teh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 28: Priscilla ChiaLawyer, activist, and author Priscilla Chia discusses the merits of the GRC system, and how it could be improved. @priscillachiawq
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by Asst Prof Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah at the School of Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University Singapore. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2021-08-1353 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 27: SDP’s Min CheongSDP’s GE2020 candidate discusses Dr Chee’s relevance, whether her team’s performance in GE2020 should be considered a failure, woke-ness, and many more!
@mincheong
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by Asst Prof Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah at the School of Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University Singapore. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2021-08-061h 03Teh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 26: NMP Raj Joshua ThomasNMP Joshua speaks candidly about the Sarah-PA incident, GRCs, SAP schools, the NMP scheme and minimum wage. @rajjoshua About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by Asst Prof Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah at the School of Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University Singapore. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2021-08-041h 14Teh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 25: PN BaljiMedia legend and former Editor of The New Paper and Today shares discusses the media, privilege, and race in Singapore.
2021-07-201h 13Teh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid: Episode 24 - Assistant Professor Elvin OngDr Ong discusses opposition politics in Singapore, in particular reference to a chapter he recently published in an edited volume by @ethosbooks on GE2020. @elvinongpolisci About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by Asst Prof Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah at the School of Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University Singapore. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2021-07-171h 08Teh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 22: Anngee NeoIllustrator and podcaster Anngee Neo and I have an honest discussion on cancel culture. @illobyanngee About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by Asst Prof Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah at the School of Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University Singapore. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2021-06-191h 15Teh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid: Episode 23 - Bertha HensonVeteran journalist and Professor of Practice at NUS Bertha Henson shares her honest thoughts on the media, race, and cancel culture.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by Asst Prof Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah at the School of Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University Singapore. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2021-06-191h 09Teh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 21: Professor Cherian GeorgeA conversation with Prof @cheriangeorge on the media and politics in Singapore. About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by Asst Prof Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah at the School of Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University Singapore. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2021-06-121h 08Teh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 20: Sarah BagharibThe person at the centre of the controversy involving the People’s Association and usage of her wedding picture shares her thoughts on multiracialism in Singapore. About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by Asst Prof Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah at the School of Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University Singapore. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2021-06-121h 01Teh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 19: Former NMP Anthea OngOne of the most outspoken NMPs in recent history shares her thoughts on the NMP scheme, mental health, POFMA, and others.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by Asst Prof Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah at the School of Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University Singapore. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2021-06-0359 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 18 Part 2: A Conversation on the Cabinet Reshuffle
2021-05-041h 01Teh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 18 Part 1: A Conversation on the Cabinet ReshuffleAbout the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by Asst Prof Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah at the School of Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University Singapore.
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2021-05-0357 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 17: YB Syed SaddiqThe former youngest Minister in the world shares his honest views on the future of his cause, and his vision for Malaysia.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by Asst Prof Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah at the School of Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University Singapore.
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
2021-05-0345 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 16: Dr Chee Soon JuanDr Chee shares his thoughts on the SDP, a potential opposition coalition, the infamous ‘come here Mr Goh’ incident, and more.
2021-05-0346 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 15: Ambassador Mohd Alami MusaAmbassador Alami shares his honest opinions on Chinese Privilege and other matters. About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by Asst Prof Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah at the School of Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University Singapore. Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdu...
2021-04-0558 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 14: Dr Tan Cheng BockElder statesman Dr Tan shares his thoughts on Singapore politics and so much more!
2021-02-1451 minTeh Tarik With WalidTeh Tarik With Walid - Episode 13: Liyana Dhamirah of RDUThe author of Homeless shares her political journey with Red Dot United and going up against the most formidable political opponent, SM Tharman.
About the podcast: “Teh Tarik with Walid: Singapore politics for beginners” is hosted by Asst Prof Walid Jumblatt Bin Abdullah at the School of Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University Singapore.
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/walidj.abdullah/
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