R U OKAY? with Jean Danker

R U OKAY? is a brand new Mediacorp video / audio podcast centered around conversations about mental health and wellness. Join Class 95 DJ and host Jean Danker as she speaks with prominent local personalities on their struggles, their stresses, and what they do to keep on keeping on. New episodes will be released every Wednesday evening at 8pm SGT. You can listen to audio-only versions of this podcast on meLISTEN at melisten.sg/podcast. Disclaimer: Jean and any guest appearing on this program are not mental health professionals and thus do not proclaim any expertise or professional advice related to the field.

We’re back!! And now part of the 8 Days family! Join Class 95 DJ and host Jean Danker as she speaks with prominent local personalities on their struggles, their stresses, and what they do to keep on keeping on. New episodes will be released every Wednesday evening at 8pm SGT. You can listen to audio-only versions of this podcast on meLISTEN at melisten.sg/podcast. Disclaimer: Jean and any guest appearing on this program are not mental health professionals and thus do not proclaim any expertise or professional advice related to the field.

Jeanette Aw on Challenging Roles, Fainting Spells, and Running her own Baking Business
27 mins

We’re back!! And now part of the 8 Days family! In the first episode of our second season, Jeanette Aw opens up about the most challenging roles she’s had in her career, how she built up and runs her own baking business, and also the various fainting spells she’s been through. Disclaimer: Jean and any guest appearing on this program are not mental health professionals and thus do not proclaim any expertise or professional advice related...

Jeanette Aw on Challenging Roles, Fainting Spells, and Running her own Baking Business

We’re back!! And now part of the 8 Days family! In the first episode of our second season, Jeanette Aw opens up about the most challenging roles she’s had in her career, how she built up and runs her own baking business, and also the various fainting spells she’s been through. Disclaimer: Jean and any guest appearing on this program are not mental health professionals and thus do not proclaim any expertise or professional advice related...

Westlife on Being Dads, Laughing Yoga, and Struggling to be Yourself
20 mins

In the latest episode of R U OKay, the iconic Irish pop group Westlife open up about being dads, why it can often be a struggle to be yourself, and how a little bit of laughing yoga can help you along the way. Disclaimer: Jean and any guest appearing on this program are not mental health professionals and thus do not proclaim any expertise or professional advice related to the field. This episode was filmed on 1st Oct 22.

Westlife on Being Dads, Laughing Yoga, and Struggling to be Yourself

In the latest episode of R U OKay, the iconic Irish pop group Westlife open up about being dads, why it can often be a struggle to be yourself, and how a little bit of laughing yoga can help you along the way. Disclaimer: Jean and any guest appearing on this program are not mental health professionals and thus do not proclaim any expertise or professional advice related to the field. This episode was filmed on 1st Oct 22.

Belinda Lee on Abandonment Issues, a Mother’s Grief, and Suffering with Panic Disorder
30 mins

In the latest episode of R U OKay, Belinda Lee opens up about the abandonment issues she faced growing up, how she resolved those issues later on, and what it was like dealing with a panic disorder as a television host. Disclaimer: Jean and any guest appearing on this program are not mental health professionals and thus do not proclaim any expertise or professional advice related to the field...

Belinda Lee on Abandonment Issues, a Mother’s Grief, and Suffering with Panic Disorder

In the latest episode of R U OKay, Belinda Lee opens up about the abandonment issues she faced growing up, how she resolved those issues later on, and what it was like dealing with a panic disorder as a television host. Disclaimer: Jean and any guest appearing on this program are not mental health professionals and thus do not proclaim any expertise or professional advice related to the field...

Sezairi on Dealing with Anxiety, Therapy Troubles, and Cupboard Memes
26 mins

In the latest episode of R U OKay, Sezairi opens up about the many bouts of anxiety that he has had to deal with, the struggles with finding and opening up to therapists, and why he is fond of a particular cupboard meme. Disclaimer: Jean and any guest appearing on this program are not mental health professionals and thus do not proclaim any expertise or professional advice related to the field...

Sezairi on Dealing with Anxiety, Therapy Troubles, and Cupboard Memes

In the latest episode of R U OKay, Sezairi opens up about the many bouts of anxiety that he has had to deal with, the struggles with finding and opening up to therapists, and why he is fond of a particular cupboard meme. Disclaimer: Jean and any guest appearing on this program are not mental health professionals and thus do not proclaim any expertise or professional advice related to the field...

Rebecca Lim on Leaving her Comfort Zone, Feeling Inadequate, and Being Enough
29 mins

In the latest episode of R U OKay, Rebecca Lim opens up about having to leave her comfort zone, the constant struggles and anxieties she has with feeling inadequate, and why it is important that you be enough for yourself. Disclaimer: Jean and any guest appearing on this program are not mental health professionals and thus do not proclaim any expertise or professional advice related to the field...

Rebecca Lim on Leaving her Comfort Zone, Feeling Inadequate, and Being Enough

In the latest episode of R U OKay, Rebecca Lim opens up about having to leave her comfort zone, the constant struggles and anxieties she has with feeling inadequate, and why it is important that you be enough for yourself. Disclaimer: Jean and any guest appearing on this program are not mental health professionals and thus do not proclaim any expertise or professional advice related to the field...

Benjamin Kheng on Separation Anxiety, Creativity Hacks, and Puppy Parties
23 mins

In the latest episode of R U OKay, Benjamin Kheng opens up about the grief of losing his mother when he was young, how he finds his creative spark, and why puppy parties are truly the best parties. Disclaimer: Jean and any guest appearing on this program are not mental health professionals and thus do not proclaim any expertise or professional advice related to the field...

Benjamin Kheng on Separation Anxiety, Creativity Hacks, and Puppy Parties

In the latest episode of R U OKay, Benjamin Kheng opens up about the grief of losing his mother when he was young, how he finds his creative spark, and why puppy parties are truly the best parties. Disclaimer: Jean and any guest appearing on this program are not mental health professionals and thus do not proclaim any expertise or professional advice related to the field...

Yip Pin Xiu on Growing Up Disabled, Staring at Gawkers, and Embracing her Noisy Self
20 mins

In the latest episode of R U OKay, Yip Pin Xiu opens up about the struggles she faced growing up with a disability, why her mum told her to stare back at people who stared at her, and how she learned to embrace her noisy self. Disclaimer: Jean and any guest appearing on this program are not mental health professionals and thus do not proclaim any expertise or professional advice related to the field...

Yip Pin Xiu on Growing Up Disabled, Staring at Gawkers, and Embracing her Noisy Self

In the latest episode of R U OKay, Yip Pin Xiu opens up about the struggles she faced growing up with a disability, why her mum told her to stare back at people who stared at her, and how she learned to embrace her noisy self. Disclaimer: Jean and any guest appearing on this program are not mental health professionals and thus do not proclaim any expertise or professional advice related to the field...

Fakkah Fuzz on Cooking Chicken Curry, Handling Heartbreak, and Finding Your Own Happiness
21 mins

In the latest episode of R U OKay, Fakkah Fuzz opens up about handling major heartbreak, why it’s important to find your own happiness, and his love of cooking. Disclaimer: Jean and any guest appearing on this program are not mental health professionals and thus do not proclaim any expertise or professional advice related to the field. You can listen to audio-only versions of the podcast on meLISTEN at melisten.sg/podcast. ...

Fakkah Fuzz on Cooking Chicken Curry, Handling Heartbreak, and Finding Your Own Happiness

In the latest episode of R U OKay, Fakkah Fuzz opens up about handling major heartbreak, why it’s important to find your own happiness, and his love of cooking. Disclaimer: Jean and any guest appearing on this program are not mental health professionals and thus do not proclaim any expertise or professional advice related to the field. You can listen to audio-only versions of the podcast on meLISTEN at melisten.sg/podcast. ...

Sheila Sim on Mommy Issues, Seeking Help at 30, and Sifting Through Nonsense
31 mins

In the latest episode of R U OKay, Sheila Sim opens up about motherhood and dealing with mommy issues, how she eventually sought professional help at 30, and why it’s good to go through nonsense from time to time. Disclaimer: Jean and any guest appearing on this program are not mental health professionals and thus do not proclaim any expertise or professional advice related to the field. You can listen to audio-only versions of the po...

Sheila Sim on Mommy Issues, Seeking Help at 30, and Sifting Through Nonsense

In the latest episode of R U OKay, Sheila Sim opens up about motherhood and dealing with mommy issues, how she eventually sought professional help at 30, and why it’s good to go through nonsense from time to time. Disclaimer: Jean and any guest appearing on this program are not mental health professionals and thus do not proclaim any expertise or professional advice related to the field. You can listen to audio-only versions of the po...

Calum Scott on Golden Buzzer Fame, Picking Yourself Up, and Dealing with Tour Life
15 mins

In the latest episode of R U OKay, Calum Scott opens up about how his life changed overnight following his Golden Buzzer performance on Britain’s Got Talent, how he picks himself up whenever he feels down, and how he deals with tour life.

Calum Scott on Golden Buzzer Fame, Picking Yourself Up, and Dealing with Tour Life

In the latest episode of R U OKay, Calum Scott opens up about how his life changed overnight following his Golden Buzzer performance on Britain’s Got Talent, how he picks himself up whenever he feels down, and how he deals with tour life.

Additional Information

Premiered2022
Genresinfo-ed
Seasons3
Parental guidance advised for young children