Ethiroli

Ethiroli is a Current Affairs based programme. This programme seeks to explore both local and foreign topics with indepth analysis and views from the experts and professionals as well as public feedback. The topics covered will include political, social and economical issues.

Ethiroli goes in depth into local stories and major events happening around the world.

Ep 1
24 mins

The number of young drug abusers is growing and adequate measures need to be taken to tackle the problem. With misinformation about drugs prevalent on social media, the younger generation does not think drugs are harmful or addictive.

Ep 1

The number of young drug abusers is growing and adequate measures need to be taken to tackle the problem. With misinformation about drugs prevalent on social media, the younger generation does not think drugs are harmful or addictive.

Ep 2
23 mins

This episode of Ethiroli focuses on the series of changes in Singapore’s education system that was revealed during the Ministry of Education’s debate on its budget. Find out more about the changes in details and the impact of the changes.

Ep 2

This episode of Ethiroli focuses on the series of changes in Singapore’s education system that was revealed during the Ministry of Education’s debate on its budget. Find out more about the changes in details and the impact of the changes.

Ep 3
24 mins

This week’s Ethiroli looks at the recent amendment to the public order act. In response to the growing terrorist threat, the government is revising their events security measures - event organizers are required to notify police 28 days in advance, if they expect...

Ep 3

This week’s Ethiroli looks at the recent amendment to the public order act. In response to the growing terrorist threat, the government is revising their events security measures - event organizers are required to notify police 28 days in advance, if they expect...

Ep 4
25 mins

In today’s episode of Ethiroli we explore depression amongst youths, how detrimental depression can be to one’s life and how youths can seek help.

Ep 4

In today’s episode of Ethiroli we explore depression amongst youths, how detrimental depression can be to one’s life and how youths can seek help.

Ep 5
24 mins

Ethiroli this week focuses on Active Aging in Singapore featuring senior citizens above 70 yrs of age who keep themselves actively engaged. Also find out more about Yoga classes conducted by a 71 yr old veteran trainer and group Bhangra Aerobics for ladies.

Ep 5

Ethiroli this week focuses on Active Aging in Singapore featuring senior citizens above 70 yrs of age who keep themselves actively engaged. Also find out more about Yoga classes conducted by a 71 yr old veteran trainer and group Bhangra Aerobics for ladies.

Ep 6
24 mins

This week’s Ethiroli takes a look back at the events that shaped this year’s Tamil Language Festival which included a series of literary, oratorical and cultural programmes.

Ep 6

This week’s Ethiroli takes a look back at the events that shaped this year’s Tamil Language Festival which included a series of literary, oratorical and cultural programmes.

Ep 7
25 mins

This week's programme sheds light on youngsters who are turning into gangsters. Is it for the fame and fashion youths are joining gangs? In this episode we analyse why youngsters join gangsterism.

Ep 7

This week's programme sheds light on youngsters who are turning into gangsters. Is it for the fame and fashion youths are joining gangs? In this episode we analyse why youngsters join gangsterism.

Ep 8
24 mins

This week’s Ethiroli focuses on Scams. In recent times, there has been a rise in scams in Singapore, with numerous reports highlighting how scammers resort to different ways to cheat unsuspecting victims. A 35 year old and a 27 year old share their experiences of how they were conned of their money.

Ep 8

This week’s Ethiroli focuses on Scams. In recent times, there has been a rise in scams in Singapore, with numerous reports highlighting how scammers resort to different ways to cheat unsuspecting victims. A 35 year old and a 27 year old share their experiences of how they were conned of their money.

Ep 9
23 mins

This week’s Ethiroli looks into the topic of Youth and Entrepreneurship. Young business owners share their views on why they choose to do business instead of taking up monthly salaried employment.

Ep 9

This week’s Ethiroli looks into the topic of Youth and Entrepreneurship. Young business owners share their views on why they choose to do business instead of taking up monthly salaried employment.

Ep 10
23 mins

More young people were diagnosed with dementia in 2015 according to National Neuroscience Institute. Another research done by IMH highlights that one in ten people have diabetes among the elderly.

Ep 10

More young people were diagnosed with dementia in 2015 according to National Neuroscience Institute. Another research done by IMH highlights that one in ten people have diabetes among the elderly.

Ep 11
24 mins

This week's Ethiroli takes a look at how technology has changed the taxi industry. Private hire cars are now the rage on Singapore's roads and taxis are facing stiff competition.

Ep 11

This week's Ethiroli takes a look at how technology has changed the taxi industry. Private hire cars are now the rage on Singapore's roads and taxis are facing stiff competition.

Ep 12
23 mins

In this week’s Ethiroli, we look at how extensively fake information can be found on social media platforms and its possibility to jeopardise the operations of national security organisations.

Ep 12

In this week’s Ethiroli, we look at how extensively fake information can be found on social media platforms and its possibility to jeopardise the operations of national security organisations.

Ep 13
25 mins

This week's Ethiroli episode looks into the review of SkillsFuture, the impact of Education and Guidance amongst tertiary students and the importance of Lifelong Learning.

Ep 13

This week's Ethiroli episode looks into the review of SkillsFuture, the impact of Education and Guidance amongst tertiary students and the importance of Lifelong Learning.

Ep 14
23 mins

This week on Ethiroli we take a look at the dispute over 38, Oxley Road and the highlights of PM Lee Hsien Loong’s ministerial statement in Parliament on the issue.

Ep 14

This week on Ethiroli we take a look at the dispute over 38, Oxley Road and the highlights of PM Lee Hsien Loong’s ministerial statement in Parliament on the issue.

Ep 15
24 mins

This week on Ethiroli we look at how some health products sold in Singapore have been found to be illegal as they contain undisclosed ingredients like Western medicine which are referred to as adulterated products.

Ep 15

This week on Ethiroli we look at how some health products sold in Singapore have been found to be illegal as they contain undisclosed ingredients like Western medicine which are referred to as adulterated products.

Ep 16
24 mins

With SEA Games around the corner; this week’s Ethiroli takes a look at the sportsmen and sportswomen representing Singapore in the games.

Ep 16

With SEA Games around the corner; this week’s Ethiroli takes a look at the sportsmen and sportswomen representing Singapore in the games.

Ep 17
25 mins

This week's Ethiroli emphasizes the importance for employers to pay CPF contributions to their employees and for employees to know their CPF rights. We address some of the common questions employees have.

Ep 17

This week's Ethiroli emphasizes the importance for employers to pay CPF contributions to their employees and for employees to know their CPF rights. We address some of the common questions employees have.

Ep 18
23 mins

This week on Ethiroli, we take a look at the topic on family violence and how it is becoming more prevalent in our society today.

Ep 18

This week on Ethiroli, we take a look at the topic on family violence and how it is becoming more prevalent in our society today.

Ep 19
24 mins

This week's Ethiroli traces the history of Tamil theatre in Singapore, and the challenges it has endured over the years. It also shines the spotlight on a handful of youthful and talented theatre practitioners whose sole aim is to improve the quality of Tamil theatre in Singapore.

Ep 19

This week's Ethiroli traces the history of Tamil theatre in Singapore, and the challenges it has endured over the years. It also shines the spotlight on a handful of youthful and talented theatre practitioners whose sole aim is to improve the quality of Tamil theatre in Singapore.

Ep 20
24 mins

This week on Ethiroli we take a look at the growth of vending machines dispensing food items. Amidst a tight labour market, the government is encouraging the food sector to adopt such manpower lean formats. How are companies responding to this new trend?

Ep 20

This week on Ethiroli we take a look at the growth of vending machines dispensing food items. Amidst a tight labour market, the government is encouraging the food sector to adopt such manpower lean formats. How are companies responding to this new trend?

Ep 21
23 mins

This week on Ethiroli we take a look at the kindergartens and nurseries in Singapore and the challenges they face. It also shines the spotlight on an aspiring childcare teacher.

Ep 21

This week on Ethiroli we take a look at the kindergartens and nurseries in Singapore and the challenges they face. It also shines the spotlight on an aspiring childcare teacher.

Ep 22
22 mins

Today's episode recognises the service that numerous National Service men and regulars have contributed towards the safety of the nation.

Ep 22

Today's episode recognises the service that numerous National Service men and regulars have contributed towards the safety of the nation.

Ep 23
25 mins

One in nine Singaporeans has Diabetes. Among those aged over 60, three in ten are diabetic. This week on Ethiroli we take a look at what Singaporeans know about the disease.

Ep 23

One in nine Singaporeans has Diabetes. Among those aged over 60, three in ten are diabetic. This week on Ethiroli we take a look at what Singaporeans know about the disease.

Ep 24
23 mins

This week on Ethiroli we take a look at the importance of fostering. Also, a foster care officer gives an overview of her job scope and how she helps the foster families to overcome the challenges involved.

Ep 24

This week on Ethiroli we take a look at the importance of fostering. Also, a foster care officer gives an overview of her job scope and how she helps the foster families to overcome the challenges involved.

Additional Information

Premiered2017
Genrescurrent affairs, info-ed
Seasons10
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