On 7 October 2025, Vicky Ang and Eliza Lim interviewed Professor Lavinia Picollo and Professor Ethan Jerzak for the second episode of the Red Stone podcast. This segment explores how our professors got started in philosophy, why philosophy is important to everyone, how everyone is evil, and pastries.
Recorded 13 November 2025
Merry Christmas from all of us here in In The Now! It's that time of the semester to say our farewells and 'see you later's. This episode, the current affair is us! It was Luca's final weeks in Singapore (and NUS). Tune in as he shares his reflections, thoughts and things he's going to miss leaving the Little Red Dot.
Next, listen to our reflections for the semester, our plans for the near future and if this show is making a comeback come 2026. Listen to Wei Jie and Luca's experience as first timers in podcast production, as well as Anelka and Nico's thoughts on how the show has evolved over the semester.
For the last time, join us, Anelka, Luca, Nico and Wei Jie as we take to the mics one final time this semester. Happy listening!
Thank you for listening in to our podcast. Even if you've just dabbled into our show for just a few minutes, we're really grateful for that. See you (hopefully) next semester!
Cheers :)
- In The Now team
hot takes on music
Recorded 6 November 2025
Episode Released on 18 December 2025
The Singapore Government announced in November their intention to gazette 38 Oxley Road as a national monument. To Singaporeans, this address was well known as the residence of former Prime Minister (PM) Lee Kuan Yew. This is the latest in a long-running episode regarding the future of the late Mr Lee's house.
Join us, Anelka, Luca, Nico and Wei Jie as we discuss the legacy of Mr Lee Kuan Yew and the possible next steps for the site.
During the break, tune in to Wei Jie's rant on co-curricular activites (CCA).
After, we pivot to ASEAN and Asia news as summit season wraps up in the region. We talk you through the multiple points that made the news from the ASEAN summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia and the APEC summit in Gyeongju, South Korea. Plus, we discuss the appointment of Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi (the first female PM of Japan), as well as the election of Zohran Mamdani in New York City. It's a jam-packed episode packed with politics for the political buffs and the curious. Happy listening!
EDITOR'S NOTE: This episode reflects the circumstances at recording in early November 2025 (6 November 2025). The team acknowledges since then, the situation has evolved, including the conflict between Cambodia and Thailand. We encourage you to keep this context in mind. The discussion reflects the news and information available at the time of recording. We left the episode as is to show how these matters were understood then.
Recorded 23 October 2025
"It's like something out of a movie."
That's the line we've been hearing this week as a heist took place at The Louvre in Paris, France. Join us, Anelka, Luca, Nico and Wei Jie as we take you through what happened, what might have worked in favour of those involved and the challenges to reacquire the stolen jewels. Plus, hear our predictions on developments on the Louvre Heist. (Well, you would've known who's right by now.)
During the break, listen to Luca's recount and personal reflections on his recent trip to Phnom Penh, Cambodia. After the break, we delve into the question of economic feasibility of museums and their upkeep. To what financial extent museums should be maintained, who should be responsible for marketing museums to the world and who should be responsible for exhibit security? Plus, we delve a little on tourist trends and how they affect the popularity of museums. Happy listening!
Recorded 16 October 2025
We're right smack in between the Mid-Autumn Festival and Deepavali, so what better time than to talk about festivities? Join us, Anelka, Luca, Nico and Yakoob as we delve into these two festivities and learn more about the specific traditions across Singapore, Spain and Italy; from the Spanish 12 grapes New Year's tradition to tea and mooncakes for Mid-Autumn Festival. Also, our go-to meals for the occasions we celebrate.
During the break, enjoy a rendition of "Italiano Vero" from our very own Luca! :)
After, we follow up festivities to something in its vicinity: superstition. We've all heard plenty of them growing up. Don't trim nails at night or it's bad luck to see a black cat; we share our countless superstitions with each other and learn the origins of some -- some have interesting backstories. You wouldn't want to miss it!
Plus plenty of chitchat (that sometimes happens after the mics are turned off) in between. Stay tuned and happy listening!
Music credits:
Elevator Music by music_for_video
Cover of L'Italiano by Toto Cutugno (1983)
On this episode of Just Chatting, we talk about campus culture with Vivi, Tricia, Diedrik. Join us as we start by discussing our personal hobbies and how they affect our student lives, which leads us straight into a spontaneous chat about our attention span! The real fun begins when Diedrik spills the secrets of the different stereotypes of university faculties in Europe!
Recorded 9 October 2025
Join us, Anelka, Luca, Nico, Wei Jie and Yakoob in this food-filled episode as we take you through our favourite part of school - recess (and canteen food)! With more schools in Singapore transitioning to a hybrid canteen model or move from traditional canteens altogether in 2026, would students miss out on a part of the Singapore school culture? Tune in to hear our thoughts and nostalgic recollections of recess time in school. Luca and Yakoob also introduce us to school food and canteen culture back in their homes of Italy and Spain.
After the break, we move on to the general school culture and food scene. It's a trip down memory's lane so stay tuned.
Plus, a mini Italian lesson during the break. Happy listening!
The Political Science Society of NUS (PSSOC):In an episode filled with banter, laughs and emotions, join host Ryan for a sit-down with the outgoing Vice-President and Executive Assistant of The Political Science Society of NUS, Kish and Fitz. The duo discuss the Society's objectives and its annual events and initiatives. During the interview, they also delved into the significance of political awareness in Singapore, and their personal experiences as political science majors in this ever tumultuous world.
Music credits:Fall by whylucas
On 3 October 2025, Vicky Ang and Kwok Si-yang interviewed Professor Neil Barton, Professor Neil Mehta, and Professor Neil Sinhababu for the first episode of the Red Stone podcast. This segment explores, among other things, different pluralisms - of mathematics, of consciousness and of philosophers named Neil.
Food, fashion and anything bought at a third of Singaporean price really, Malaysia is a hotspot destination for any Singaporean looking for a quick getaway from their work and studies. Join Kritikka, Niladri, Hong Yi and Visruth as they discuss the different aspects of travelling to Malaysia, from shopping destinations to activities and even safety.
Recorded 18 September 2025
It's just four of us in this episode. Recently, vaping has reappeared in local headlines with a shocking increase in vapes seized being laced with etomidate (a controlled anesthetic in Singapore). Join us, Anelka, Luca, Nico and Yakoob as we discuss the stepped-up measures Singapore introduced against vaping. Also, we discussed the vaping dangers and its enforcement across various countries from Singapore to Europe.
Luca shares his reasons for choosing Singapore as his exchange destination this semester.
After the break, we pivot to culture -- more specifically, work and study culture across Singapore, Spain and Norway. What do we look for when looking for the ideal job or the ideal school? Listen in to find out our opinions and much more! Happy listening
Note:
If you or anyone you know require support to quit vaping, you can contact the Health Promotion Board's Quitline at 1800-438-2000. You can safely dispose e-vaporisers in the various red amnesty bins island-wide.
If you're an NUS student, the University Counselling Service (UCS) offers counselling and addiction support services for those who need help to quit vaping.
Remember: You wouldn't be penalised if you seek help; ditch the vape before the law catches up to you.
In this episode, We have Alicia (President of NUS Mountaineering) and Nick (exco member of Mountaineering) representing NUS Mountaineering to share about their journey to Baden Powell Scout Peak in Nepal. In this episode, you will learn about their training, preparation and some incredibly juicy stories during their expedition. To understand the grit and benefits of becoming one with nature, into the wilderness of the snow capped mountains.Music credits:
Risham Firiri (a Nepali folk song)
Sailing is a niche sport in Singapore given its highly developed and land scarce nature. Yet sailing has been here since the early 14th century in Singapore where merchants and traders would sail the depths of the sea to make a living. Today, joining What's going on we have Yan Jia the President of the newly formed Seafarers Club in NUS and a veteran SMU sailor Jadyn, who has participated in many sailing regattas including the RSYC Singapore regatta 2025! Tune in to hear from them about their sailing journey and interesting voyages in their sailing career.
Music credits:Where'd It Go?Where'd It Go?(2024)By whylucas
Welcome to the very first episode of OFF THE BOOKS! — The RadioPulze show where NUS students get real about uni life. Join Vivi, Aleena, Hayley, Sharanyaa, and Yi Xuan as they ditch the textbooks and share about their campus lives. Expect hot tea, strange tips, the latest news on campus, and maybe some wild stories. New episodes drop every two weeks! Hit that follow button and come laugh, rant, and overshare with us at OFF THE BOOKS!
Recorded 11 September 2025
We're back for a third semester! Think you're done with us? Well, think again. Luca, Wei Jie and Yakoob join Anelka and Nico to make the team of five. In this episode, you'll get a brief introduction from each of us. We then discussed the decreasing viewership of cooking shows and moved on to what Singaporeans know best: hawker food. Plus, a very special guest joins us!
Finally, what does it take to ensure the continuity of Singapore's hawker scene? We'd like to know your thoughts in the comments below :)
No break this time round due to the shorter episode length. Happy listening!
if you're alive, then you probably need to sleep to stay alive! in this episode, our bartenders talk about and judge each others' (weird) sleeping habits. whatever puts us to zzzz am i right?
was there ever a day where you felt... well what else could go wrong? and something actually did? today our bartenders share the most unlucky moments they've been through recently
have you ever looked yourself in the mirror and wondered... maybe i should get some bangs?? well that's what happened to one of us and it turned out, well, okay i guess? listen to our bartenders talk about the epidemic that is korean perms and microbangs
what's life if not a little bit of tea? join our bartenders as one of us (listen to find out) signs up for aphrodite project while talking about our love lives, some fulfilling, some pathetic...