The Daily Ketchup

In today's episode, we unpack how Singaporeans encounter opportunities for change in their daily lives - from improving our neighbourhoods to strengthening our communities. We explore why some choose to look away while others step forward, and what becomes possible when passionate citizens commit to solving problems they see. Through personal stories, we discover how individual initiative can transform into collective action, creating ripples of change across our community.Our guest is Huijia Phua, founding director of social enterprise Skillseed, who’s spent over a decade designing programmes that bring people together in meaningful ways. From Resilience Trails to community-led storytelling, her work spans various community initiatives. We explore how small, ground-up ideas can spark big shifts, and how support from organisations and the government can turn citizen-led change into real, lasting impact.

What’s it really like working in Singapore’s entertainment scene as a plus-sized actress? What happens when you grow up in the limelight? What's it like working with Singapore's movie directors?In this episode, we sit down with the multi-talented Xixi Lim — actress, TV host, model, content creator, and singer! From navigating body image issues and bullying to shining on-screen in local films, Xixi opens up about the realities of being in Singapore's entertainment scene.We also spill some behind-the-scenes tea about the upcoming movie we starred in together...《AUNTY当网红》 FOLLOW AUNTY LA! #MAYIDUOMOVIE #Aunty当网红 #FollowAuntyLaWe are also hosting a private screening for FOLLOW AUNTY LA for our community to watch with us! Join our telegram community to find out more! :) https://t.me/dailyketchup-For more information about SG60 Youth Plan Engagements, visit SGPO.gov.sg !

What makes one walk away from a marriage? And what if children are involved?In today’s episode, creator and comedian Pamela Lee Shuhadah shares her experiences growing up with divorced parents, the moment she was told that they were separating, how it shaped her emotionally, and the lasting impact on her views about love and marriage. We talk about what it means to “stay for the kids,” how generational divorce influences modern marriages, and whether we’re too quick to end relationships.We also talk about the new Maintenance Enforcement Process (MEP) and how it supports those going through divorce by reducing conflicts and helping families move on. Find out more:Link 1: https://www.mlaw.gov.sg/phase-1-of-new-maintenance-enforcement-process-to-commence-on-16-january-2025/Link 2: https://med.mlaw.gov.sg/

Is there a right way to resolve conflict or are we all just ghosting, exploding, or leaving the group chat to prove a point?In today’s episode, we unpack the messy (and sometimes petty) ways we deal with fights, from public feuds like Trump vs Elon to personal fallouts with friends and family. We ask why it’s so hard to fight well, whether every conflict needs to be resolved, and how to know when it’s time to walk away or talk it out.

Are we all just a little perverted - and is that really such a bad thing? Is watching porn cheating? Can you be a feminist and still pay for Onlyfans? And what happens when your partner’s “kinks” make you uncomfortable?In today’s podcast, we explore how curiosity, consent and kink collide in the internet age - from leaked nudes and voyeurism to porn habits and private fantasies. We ask where the line is between being sex-positive and just plain pervy, whether clicking is crossing a boundary, and how shame still shapes our attitudes around digital desire.We also unpack how porn affects real-life intimacy, whether it’s fair to judge your partner’s interests, and how different generations view sexuality online

Can a loving God still send people to hell? Is masturbation actually a sin? And what happens when a church bans Pokémon or destroys Teletubbies?In this episode of The Daily Ketchup, we sit down with Pastor Raymond Fong to ask the most difficult, taboo, and honest questions we've ever had about faith. From eternal damnation to modern relationships, we go deep into theology, church culture, and personal doubt.

Would a person's sexual past affect your decision to continue dating them? Should couples have full phone transparency? Do women care more about emotional past then sexual past?

What happens in the face of daily stress and anxiety of just trying to make ends meet? Apart from financial aid, how else can we help these families?What stops families from asking for help? And how can a family coach transform an entire household’s future?In today’s episode, we go behind closed doors with a Director from the Ministry of Social and Family Development (MSF) and a ComLink+ family coach to uncover what life is really like for lower-income families in Singapore. We explore the invisible struggles these families face, such as unstable jobs, rental housing, and caregiving stress. From family coaching to support schemes, hear how long-term support systems are quietly helping them rise above, helping families rewrite their futures, one step at a time.To find out more about Forward SG initiatives, visit the Together, for Better roadshows that will be happening around Singapore: go.gov.sg/tfbroadshows-tdk

How much do we expect from fathers? When does the internet cross the line from holding someone accountable to just plain hating? Was it wrong for K.C. to miss appointments? Is it fair to judge a father for not footing the hospital bill? And is swearing in front of your kids ever okay?In today’s episode, we sit down with Jill Lim and her husband K.C. Meals to respond to the viral parenting backlash. From accusations that K.C. abandoned Jill during her pregnancy, to criticism over their financial dynamics and parenting styles, we unpack the internet drama and go behind the scenes of what really happened.