In this final part of our International Women's Day series, we continue to shine the spotlight on the stories of women on different journeys. We are joined by social worker Melisa Wong, Executive Director at Babes, a non-profit organisation that is committed to ensuring that every pregnant teenager in need of support and is given the opportunity to make an informed decision with regard to her pregnancy. Melisa shares her insights on the challenges that teenage parents face and provides guidance on navigating the journey ahead. Joanne and Melisa delve into the impact of teenage pregnancy on parents and children, as well as the stigma and shame that often accompanies this topic. Melisa also shares valuable information on available resources and strategies to support teenage parents, including education and welfare services. Lastly, as parents or figures of authority to young girls, Joanne and Melisa explore the role of education in teenage pregnancy prevention and the importance of communication and relationships in navigating this complex issue. Join us for an enlightening conversation on teenage pregnancy and how we can better support and empower our youth. Listen to this in-depth conversation and share your thoughts with us at zodapop@zyrupmedia.com. Rate the podcast 5 stars, follow or subscribe, and share if you like this podcast.

Are we having enough sex? The answer is a resounding no, at least according to Dr Martha Lee, a relationship counselor & clinical sexologist. In the second part of our International Women's Day series, Dr Lee chats about the role that sex plays in a healthy relationship and how we can build intimacy with our partners. She challenges the way sex is depicted in the media and tells Joanne the importance of talking about the experience with our partners pre and post sex. Tune in to hear why we should take a good look at our vulvas and how sexual dysfunctions can be overcome. Listen to this in-depth conversation and share your thoughts with us at zodapop@zyrupmedia.com. Rate the podcast 5 stars, follow or subscribe, and share if you like this podcast.

International Women’s Day 3-Part Special — sparking conversations on feminine issues. In the first of this special series, we want to harness the power of the female body and address a topic not often spoken about in mainstream media — perimenopause and menopause.  When we were little girls, we were prepped about having our first periods, but no one talks to us about what happens when it ends. Joanne invites Dr Chua Yang, obstetrics and gynaecology specialist, President of the Asia-Pacific Menopause Federation, and head of women’s health for Global Clinic, to share with us about what we can expect when menopause hits, and how to navigate this stage of our lives with grace and confidence. Listen to this in-depth conversation and share your thoughts with us at zodapop@zyrupmedia.com.  Rate the podcast 5 stars, follow or subscribe, and share if you like this podcast.

Join us for a fascinating episode as Joanne sits down with Ng Ming Wei, the former national taekwondo athlete turned TikTok sensation (with over 22.5m followers), turned media entrepreneur. In this interview, we delve into the story behind his rise to fame on social media, and what led him to take the leap and start his own media company, leaving sporting world that once defined him. From the challenges he faced pursuing his taekwondo dreams, to navigating his unconventional career path as a content creator, the Forbes 30 under 30 listee's story is one of dedication, perseverance, and finding success in unexpected places. Listen to this in-depth conversation and share your thoughts with us at zodapop@zyrupmedia.com. Rate the podcast 5 stars, follow or subscribe, and share if you like this podcast.

In this episode, Joanne speaks with Iman Fandi, the only daughter of Singapore soccer legend Fandi Ahmad and South African model Wendy Jacobs. She gives her take on the current discourse on “nepo babies", how she charts her own career path in spite of being a member of a famous family, and the lessons that fame has taught her from a very young age. Listen to this in-depth conversation and share your thoughts with us at zodapop@zyrupmedia.com. Rate the podcast 5 stars, follow or subscribe, and share if you like this podcast.

Whether it’s a simple board game or a sporting competition, there can sometimes only be one winner. What happens when our children do their best but still don’t win? Or when that sense of defeat becomes overwhelming for them? How can we help them cope with failure? In this episode, Joanne speaks with psychotherapist Dr Sunita Rai to learn how parents can help children better regulate their emotions and why this is crucial in adulthood. Listen to this in-depth conversation and share your thoughts with us at zodapop@zyrupmedia.com. Rate the podcast 5 stars, follow or subscribe, and share if you like this podcast.

Many of us find ourselves thrusted with the responsibility of caregiving, sometimes so unexpectedly that it takes a toll on the whole family. What should we do as caregivers? What kind of support is available when the going gets tough? In this episode, Joanne chats with certified trainer Reuben Lim on breaking the stigma of nursing homes and how to communicate with parents suffering from dementia. Listen to this in-depth conversation and share your thoughts with us at zodapop@zyrupmedia.com. Rate the podcast 5 stars, follow or subscribe, and share if you like this podcast.

What is the metaverse and why does it matter? When the Internet came about, our parents’ generation greeted it with skepticism, but we know how that story turned out. Will Web3 and the metaverse, with all their (sometimes unbelievable) ambitions, be a repeat of history? Joanne Peh discusses all things Metaverse with Bell Beh, a lawyer turned entrepreneur, and co-founder of a company that specialises in Web3 advertising infrastructure. Listen in as Beh demystifies Web3 and the metaverse, and shares valuable insights into what the future of marketing could look like. She also delves into the immersive power of VR, and traces the beginnings of her company BuzzAR. Listen to this in-depth conversation and share your thoughts with us at zodapop@zyrupmedia.com. Rate the podcast 5 stars, follow or subscribe, and share if you like this podcast.

“We’ve always been here.” Remy Choo, a lawyer who has famously acted for members of the LGBTQ+ community in 2 constitutional challenges against Section 377A, believes that social media has not nor will it influence people to be gay. He has a heart-to-heart with Joanne on why love should not discriminate, explains what 377A is, why it should matter for Singaporeans and all the unintentional insensitivity we may have shown our friends from the community. Listen to this in-depth conversation and share your thoughts with us at zodapop@zyrupmedia.com. Rate the podcast 5 stars, follow or subscribe, and share if you like this podcast.

'What Do I Know? with Joanne Peh' is back for a second season! For the season's opener, Joanne catches up with old friend Shabir Tabare Alam — a music producer, singer, and actor. In this episode, the musical luminary reveals how passion and a surplus of energy are dangerous but intensely rewarding motivators for his work. The 'Hans Zimmerman of Singapore' also shares an inside look on his musical processes, as well as his philosophy of stoicisim in his daily life. He also reflects on his childhood (one that was filled with frequent violence and conflict), and the tipping point that changed his life. Listen to this in-depth conversation and share your thoughts with us at zodapop@zyrupmedia.com.  Rate the podcast 5 stars, follow or subscribe, and share if you like this podcast.