Lens on Singapore: Finding my dream job after 20 years in prison (Ep 12)
Two decades behind bars is a really long time, and Stam is ready for a new life. But first, he’s got to get through his first day at work. BT Lens On dives into the challenges of finding and keeping a job after serving time in Singapore, and the people who are making a difference.
Synopsis: A monthly podcast series from The Business Times on current affairs, societal issues and government policies explored through the lens of how it impacts us in Singapore and in the region.
Highlights of the conversation:
00:55 Stam’s first day on the job
05:23 How Nando’s supports ex-offender employees
07:06 Challenges on the job
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13:56 The Dadah Itu Haram community movement
17:03 Stam’s hopes for the future
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Hosted by: Lee Kim Siang (kimsiang@sph.com.sg)
With Professor Muhammad Faishal Ibrahim, Minister of State for Home Affairs & National Development; Shirin Nadia, HR Business Partner at Nando’s Chickenland Singapore; Kevin Ho, career coach at Yellow Ribbon Singapore; and Stam.
Edited by: Claressa Monteiro & Emily Liu
Produced by: Emily Liu & Claressa Monteiro
Engineered by: Joann Chai Pei Chieh
A podcast by BT Podcasts, The Business Times, SPH Media
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