Talking Point 2022/2023

Talking Point is Mediacorp Ch 5's longest running current affairs programme. With a fresh approach to tackling the issues of the day, Talking Point investigates a current issue or event, offering different perspectives to local stories and reveals how it all affects you.

Cast & Crew

Ep 1 Local vs Imported Vegetables: What’s The Difference?
22 mins

By 2030, Singapore aims to produce 30% of its nutritional needs locally, including leafy green vegetables. But local produce is often priced at a premium. What separates them from imported greens?

Ep 1 Local vs Imported Vegetables: What’s The Difference?

By 2030, Singapore aims to produce 30% of its nutritional needs locally, including leafy green vegetables. But local produce is often priced at a premium. What separates them from imported greens?

Ep 2 Probiotics: Myth Or Miracle?
24 mins

Probiotics are said to be good for our gut health. But do we really need them? And how is our gut linked to our overall health? Steven Chia goes on a two-week probiotics filled diet to find out.

Ep 2 Probiotics: Myth Or Miracle?

Probiotics are said to be good for our gut health. But do we really need them? And how is our gut linked to our overall health? Steven Chia goes on a two-week probiotics filled diet to find out.

Ep 3 Is The Mould In Our Homes Killing Us?
23 mins

It's in some of the most unlikeliest of places in our homes. Discover the shocking truth behind the spread of mould around us and what it is really doing to our health.

Ep 3 Is The Mould In Our Homes Killing Us?

It's in some of the most unlikeliest of places in our homes. Discover the shocking truth behind the spread of mould around us and what it is really doing to our health.

Ep 4 Bad Sleep: Can We Fix It?
23 mins

Singaporeans have long suffered from lack of sleep but it seems the pandemic has made getting a good night's rest even harder. Are we turning into a nation of 'coronasomniacs' and can we fix it?

Ep 4 Bad Sleep: Can We Fix It?

Singaporeans have long suffered from lack of sleep but it seems the pandemic has made getting a good night's rest even harder. Are we turning into a nation of 'coronasomniacs' and can we fix it?

Ep 5 Do I Have Long COVID?
22 mins

Do you suspect you have long COVID? In this episode, experts answer questions from viewers and hear from a patient who is at his wits' end in dealing with his persistent symptoms.

Ep 5 Do I Have Long COVID?

Do you suspect you have long COVID? In this episode, experts answer questions from viewers and hear from a patient who is at his wits' end in dealing with his persistent symptoms.

Ep 6 Love Scams: Why Do We Fall For Them?
23 mins

"Pig-butchering". Literally fatten up the prey, before slaughtering. Diana Ser enters the world of fake romance and uncovers the shocking truth behind some of the men scamming women, across the globe.

Ep 6 Love Scams: Why Do We Fall For Them?

"Pig-butchering". Literally fatten up the prey, before slaughtering. Diana Ser enters the world of fake romance and uncovers the shocking truth behind some of the men scamming women, across the globe.

Ep 7 How To Save On Petrol?
24 mins

Singapore's pump prices rose to record highs this year. What can we do to save on petrol while still enjoying our ride? Steven Chia shares some tips and reveals how high pump prices affect all of us!

Ep 7 How To Save On Petrol?

Singapore's pump prices rose to record highs this year. What can we do to save on petrol while still enjoying our ride? Steven Chia shares some tips and reveals how high pump prices affect all of us!

Ep 8 Why Should We Eat Insects?
23 mins

Crickets, ants and even roaches! Could insects be a food source against price hikes and supply chain disruptions? Steven Chia eats his way to find out how bugs can become part of our regular diets. As of June 2022, the import for sale and sale of edible insects is not allowed in Singapore. This is being reviewed by the Singapore Food Agency.

Ep 8 Why Should We Eat Insects?

Crickets, ants and even roaches! Could insects be a food source against price hikes and supply chain disruptions? Steven Chia eats his way to find out how bugs can become part of our regular diets. As of June 2022, the import for sale and sale of edible insects is not allowed in Singapore. This is being reviewed by the Singapore Food Agency.

Ep 9 Is MSG Really Bad For Us?
23 mins

MSG or Monosodium Glutamate is said to cause hair loss, headaches and even heart palpitations. But what do we really know about this ingredient we all love to hate? Rai Kannu investigates.

Ep 9 Is MSG Really Bad For Us?

MSG or Monosodium Glutamate is said to cause hair loss, headaches and even heart palpitations. But what do we really know about this ingredient we all love to hate? Rai Kannu investigates.

Ep 10 Chicken Crisis Part 1: What Can We Do About It?
22 mins

A ban on fresh chicken exports from Malaysia has affected chicken supplies in Singapore. How are Singaporeans grappling with the shortage and what's being done to make up for the shortfall?

Ep 10 Chicken Crisis Part 1: What Can We Do About It?

A ban on fresh chicken exports from Malaysia has affected chicken supplies in Singapore. How are Singaporeans grappling with the shortage and what's being done to make up for the shortfall?

Ep 11 Chicken Crisis Part 2: When Will It End?
22 mins

Talking Point heads to Malaysia to investigate what's being done to resolve the chicken shortage, and find out when full exports of fresh chickens to Singapore are likely to resume.

Ep 11 Chicken Crisis Part 2: When Will It End?

Talking Point heads to Malaysia to investigate what's being done to resolve the chicken shortage, and find out when full exports of fresh chickens to Singapore are likely to resume.

Ep 13 House Brands: Should I Make The Switch?
23 mins

Cheaper house brand products are flooding supermarket shelves. But while they are lighter on the wallet, are they skimping on quality? Talking Point investigates.

Ep 13 House Brands: Should I Make The Switch?

Cheaper house brand products are flooding supermarket shelves. But while they are lighter on the wallet, are they skimping on quality? Talking Point investigates.

Ep 14 Is My Home A Fire Risk?
23 mins

Steven Chia goes into homes to uncover hidden fire risks. This episode could save your life! Editor’s Note: The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) has highlighted that since 1 May 2013, ‘Class C’ fires represent fires involving flammable gases, and not electrical fires. There is no classification for fire involving electrical equipment or electrical hazard as electricity itself does not burn but can cause other classes of fires

Ep 14 Is My Home A Fire Risk?

Steven Chia goes into homes to uncover hidden fire risks. This episode could save your life! Editor’s Note: The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) has highlighted that since 1 May 2013, ‘Class C’ fires represent fires involving flammable gases, and not electrical fires. There is no classification for fire involving electrical equipment or electrical hazard as electricity itself does not burn but can cause other classes of fires

Ep 15 How Much Protein Do We Really Need?
22 mins

From milk to shakes, cookies to even chips! Protein packed products and supplements have made their way to supermarket shelves. But can we stomach all of it? How much protein do we really need?

Ep 15 How Much Protein Do We Really Need?

From milk to shakes, cookies to even chips! Protein packed products and supplements have made their way to supermarket shelves. But can we stomach all of it? How much protein do we really need?

Ep 16 Mother Tongue: How Can We Get It Right?
22 mins

Ever feel stumped carrying out a conversation in Chinese, Malay or Tamil? Join Steven Chia as he puts his Mandarin to the test, by finding out how we can learn our Mother Tongue more effectively.

Ep 16 Mother Tongue: How Can We Get It Right?

Ever feel stumped carrying out a conversation in Chinese, Malay or Tamil? Join Steven Chia as he puts his Mandarin to the test, by finding out how we can learn our Mother Tongue more effectively.

Ep 17 DNA Test Kits: Are They Worth My Money?
23 mins

With a fresh approach to tackling the issues of the day, Talking Point investigates a current issue or event, offering different perspectives to local stories and reveals how it all affects you.

Ep 17 DNA Test Kits: Are They Worth My Money?

With a fresh approach to tackling the issues of the day, Talking Point investigates a current issue or event, offering different perspectives to local stories and reveals how it all affects you.

Ep 18 The Metaverse: Will It Improve Our Lives?
24 mins

The metaverse - an immersive VR experience that could change our lives! Steven Chia goes into the metaverse to find out what the hype, while Munah Bagharib discovers the dangers that lurk.

Ep 18 The Metaverse: Will It Improve Our Lives?

The metaverse - an immersive VR experience that could change our lives! Steven Chia goes into the metaverse to find out what the hype, while Munah Bagharib discovers the dangers that lurk.

Ep 19 Teen Vaping Part 1: Are We in A Crisis?
22 mins

Vaping may be illegal in Singapore, but a growing number of teens are picking up the habit. Munah Bagharib finds out how they are getting hooked, and what's in the liquids they're inhaling.

Ep 19 Teen Vaping Part 1: Are We in A Crisis?

Vaping may be illegal in Singapore, but a growing number of teens are picking up the habit. Munah Bagharib finds out how they are getting hooked, and what's in the liquids they're inhaling.

Ep 20 Teen Vaping Part 2: How Can We End It?
22 mins

Vaping may be illegal in Singapore, but a growing number of teens are picking up the habit. Munah Bagharib finds out how companies are enticing them, and how can we help our children quit.

Ep 20 Teen Vaping Part 2: How Can We End It?

Vaping may be illegal in Singapore, but a growing number of teens are picking up the habit. Munah Bagharib finds out how companies are enticing them, and how can we help our children quit.

Ep 21 The COE System: How Fair Is It?
23 mins

Certificate of Entitlement or COE premiums hit record highs this year. Steven Chia finds out what's behind these sky-high prices, and asks if the COE system is outpricing regular car buyers.

Ep 21 The COE System: How Fair Is It?

Certificate of Entitlement or COE premiums hit record highs this year. Steven Chia finds out what's behind these sky-high prices, and asks if the COE system is outpricing regular car buyers.

Ep 22 What’s In Our Buns?
23 mins

Have you ever wondered how healthy that bakery bun you're eating is? Or if you should be eating more than one at a go? Steven Chia sends some buns to a lab to be tested for calorie, fat and sugar.

Ep 22 What’s In Our Buns?

Have you ever wondered how healthy that bakery bun you're eating is? Or if you should be eating more than one at a go? Steven Chia sends some buns to a lab to be tested for calorie, fat and sugar.

Ep 23 Worksite Deaths: Why The Surge?
22 mins

Worksite deaths have spiked 65% in the first half of 2022, compared to the same period in 2019. What's behind the surge in deaths and what would it take to bring the numbers down?

Ep 23 Worksite Deaths: Why The Surge?

Worksite deaths have spiked 65% in the first half of 2022, compared to the same period in 2019. What's behind the surge in deaths and what would it take to bring the numbers down?

Ep 24 How Powerful Is Vitamin C?
22 mins

Ever felt under the weather and popped Vitamin C? From giving an immunity boost to promising brighter and better skin, Vitamin C is highly raved, but is it really powerful or could it be all hype?

Ep 24 How Powerful Is Vitamin C?

Ever felt under the weather and popped Vitamin C? From giving an immunity boost to promising brighter and better skin, Vitamin C is highly raved, but is it really powerful or could it be all hype?

Ep 25 Why Is Fish So Expensive?
22 mins

From dwindling fish supply, erratic weather patterns and even illegal fishing. Host Shrey Bhagrava heads to Malaysia to find out what's causing fish prices in Singapore, to spike.

Ep 25 Why Is Fish So Expensive?

From dwindling fish supply, erratic weather patterns and even illegal fishing. Host Shrey Bhagrava heads to Malaysia to find out what's causing fish prices in Singapore, to spike.

Additional Information

Ep 33 Can My Water Heater Kill Me?
Premiered2022
Genrescurrent affairs, info-ed
Suitable For All Ages