#238 - Are the vaccines effective against Omicron & MrBeast’s viral Squid Game video sparks discussion

In the past week, a new variant of COVID was identified in South Africa, and it was named the Omicron variant. The CEO of Moderna has said that the current vaccines are likely to be less effective against this variant, and several countries have shut their borders to prevent its spread. What about here in SG? Elsewhere, YouTuber MrBeast created a jaw-dropping real Squid Game competition and setup for his latest video, and like its source material, the video went crazy viral worldwide. However, is it really as big of a deal as many people are claiming? Find us here!Our YLB Subreddit for detailed show notes and mindblowing discussions!YLB's own TikTok featuring 2 boom-llenials attempting to connect with Gen Z uwuOur YLB YouTube channel to watch videos of all our guest interviews!Our NEW YLB IG account run by our intern, Daras!FOLKLORY - Record a personalized podcast as an audio gift for your loved ones! We've launched the new edition of FOLKLORY.com, and can't wait to help you create a one-of-a-kind present that will be shared and cherished forever! Check out the sample that we've included in this week's podcast! #folklory Are the vaccines effective against Omicron?The Omicron Variant: We Still Know Almost Nothing - The AtlanticModerna CEO says vaccines likely less effective against Omicron, markets tumble - TODAYBiden says Omicron 'not a cause for panic' as G7 urges action - TODAYDo Covid-19 vaccines work against Omicron? 5 things to know about the new variantWhen and how we’ll know if Omicron is worse than DeltaLambda, Mu ... Omicron? Why the WHO skipped ‘Nu’ and ‘Xi’ to name latest coronavirus variant  MrBeast’s viral Squid Game video sparks discussion$456,000 Squid Game In Real Life!'Squid Game' Halloween Costumes Are Missing the PointA YouTuber Is Facing Criticism For Spending $3.4 Million Recreating ‘Squid Game’ For ViewsIRL 'Squid Game' gets 100 million YouTube views in 4 daysMr Beast vs. Netflix Squid Game Reaction Gets Completely Roasted On Twitter One Shiok CommentComment by dat_rak One Shiok ThingYou Season 3 | Official Trailer | NetflixAdrian Bliss on YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.