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Men, Explain
by Clarity
Men, Explain is a bold, unfiltered podcast where two men and two women come together for candid, thought-provoking conversations about gender, relationships, and the realities of modern life. Hosted by MediaCorp Radio DJs Sonia Chew and Avery Aloysius, each episode explores a different theme—from career ambitions and financial independence to dating, societal pressures, and navigating love in the digital age. By tackling real, relatable issues, we aim to bridge the gender divide and leave listeners with fresh perspectives, new insights, and maybe even a few mind-changing moments.Hush Podcast is a series by Clarity, follow us on Instagram at @itsclarity.co for exclusive content. We're also on YouTube! bit.ly/itsclarityco.
Episodes
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Looking Back at the Conversations That Shaped Us..
After multiple seasons of unpacking gender debates and sharing unapologetically honest takes, Sonia and Avery sit down, just the two of them to reflect on the journey of Men, Explain. From first impressions to the evolution of their dynamic, they revisit the episodes that sparked the biggest...
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Is Our Generation Actually More Mentally Unwell?
Mental health struggles don’t look the same for everyone. In this episode, we examine how men and women experience, express, and cope with mental health challenges differently. Through expert insight, lived experience, and recent statistics, we explore why some people seek help earlier than…
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Do Women Actually Want Equality... or Chivalry?!
What happens when equality meets expectation and modern dating becomes a balancing act between independence and tradition? In this episode, we dive into the tension between wanting to be treated as equals and still appreciating gestures of chivalry. From who pays on the first date to how gender...
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What No One Tells You About Weddings..
Weddings are meant to be joyful, but behind the florals, speeches and “perfect moments,” things don’t always go as planned. In this episode, we sit down with Michael and Ming Hwee, two wedding photographers, to react to real wedding horror stories — from gate crashes gone wrong to emotional...
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How Well Does Avery Understands Women?!
What happens when Avery boldly claims he can “explain women”? In this episode, Sonia puts that statement to the test. From relationship dynamics to communication breakdowns, we explore why men think they understand women — and where it all goes hilariously (or painfully) wrong.. See...
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Why Men Are Lonely (But Won’t Admit It)
What does loneliness look like when we stop pretending it doesn’t exist? In this episode, the hosts dive into the so-called “male loneliness epidemic” — exploring how societal expectations, culture, and modern pressures shape the way men connect (or struggle to). From Western perspectives on...
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The TRUTH About Solo Travelling!
What does it really mean to travel solo — and does gender change the journey? In this episode, we unpack how men and women experience solo travel differently, from safety and freedom to preferences like city hopping, nature escapes, and shopping sprees. Our guests, Jaedyn & Rifqi share personal...
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How We Built Love on Our Own Terms...
What does it look like when love doesn’t follow the script? In this episode, Marcus and Gladys join us to unpack what it means to break away from tradition and define a relationship on your own terms. From their decision to forgo a wedding ceremony to the unique ways they navigate their...
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Is There a Middle Ground Between Passion and a Paycheck?
“Do what you love” sounds great — until life gets in the way. In this episode, we talk about what happens when passion meets practicality. For one, it’s about building a career from the ground up; for the other, it’s about creating stability for a family. We explore how men and women weigh risk,...
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What No One Tells You About Getting Your First Home!
“Do what you love” sounds great — until life gets in the way. In this episode, we talk about what happens when passion meets practicality. For one, it’s about building a career from the ground up; for the other, it’s about creating stability for a family. We explore how men and women weigh risk,...
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Are Men Really That Complicated?!
Men, Explain has always delved into men’s thoughts, feelings, and relationships. In this special episode, we go behind the scenes with an ex-producer to explore the evolution of the show and its most memorable moments. From early lessons to lasting insights, we reflect on what producing years of...
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Do Sons or Daughters Have It HARDER Growing Up?!
We all know kids should just be kids — but what about the ones who end up acting like parents? In this episode, Sew and Rainier sit down with us to unpack the struggles of being the “parentified child.” From growing up too early to the subtle differences between sons and daughters carrying that...
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Are Single-Sex Schools Actually Better?!
We all know the stereotypes—boys are louder, girls are more soft spoken, but how much of that comes from the classrooms we’re placed in? From learning styles and academic performance to social pressures and confidence, we explore whether separate classrooms set students up for success or just...
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Unspoken Rules of Relationships No One WARNS You About!
We all know the basics—trust, communication, respect—but what about the unspoken rules that shape real relationships? In this episode, we dive into the grey areas couples actually fight about, from tracking your partner’s phone to mismatched financial goals. With guests Dyce and Ce, we explore...
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Part 2: Our Guy BFFs Finally Tell Us What Men REALLY Think!
In Part 2 of this special crossover episode, Germaine and Sonia turn the tables, putting Avery and Joakim in the hot seat to answer their most burning questions about men. When you have a best friend of the opposite gender, you get a rare, unfiltered look into how they really think — and this…
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Part 1: Asking Our Girl BFFs The SPICIEST Questions
In this special crossover episode, 987 Radio DJs Germaine Tan and Joakim Gomez join their radio partners Sonia and Avery on Men Explain for some brutally honest BFF banter. Having a best friend of the opposite gender means rare, unfiltered access into how men and women really think, and this…
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No One Told Us Marriage Would Be This Hard?!
Married life is never easy. Through the challenges of living together, building a family, balancing careers and keeping the romance alive, it can often feel like the two of you against the world. But maybe that’s the beauty of it. In this episode, guests Adrian (Xiao Ming) and Xin Lei open up…
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Living Together BEFORE Marriage?! Here's What No One Tells You
While cohabiting before marriage might be the norm in many parts of the world, it’s still far from common amongst Singaporeans. In this episode, we chat with guests Edwin Goh and Rachel Wan about what it’s really like to live together — from discovering each other’s quirks to navigating the fine...
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Is There DOUBLE STANDARDS in Gender Equality?!
Everyone has something to say about gender—but what happens when you're the ones making the content that sparks all the debate? In this episode, we sit down with Chow Jiahui and Nicholas (Hargaohunk) as they unpack the realities of navigating misandry, misogyny, and viral hate. From dating hot...
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Should You REALLY Start a Business With Your Partner?
They say don’t mix business with pleasure—but what happens when your business partner is also your life partner? Are decisions truly 50/50, or is it a constant battle over who gets to wear the business pants in this partnership? In today’s episode, we’re joined by Jaime and Justin from The Paper...
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Do YOU Say "Sorry" Too Much at WORK?!
Have you ever found yourself saying, "Sorry, just a quick question..." or "This might be a dumb idea, but..." at work? If so, you're not alone. Many women unconsciously over-apologize, over-explain, and self-censor in professional settings—but why does this happen, and how can we break the habit?...
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Having No House And No Spouse At 30 - Is That A PROBLEM?!
Society has a lot to say about love and marriage—but do men and women feel the pressure to settle down in the same way? In this episode, TSL Amanda and Bolin join Sonia and Avery to dive into the unspoken expectations surrounding relationships. From the double standards of being single to whether...
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The TRUTH About Being a Male Idol?! ft. WhyLucas
What does it mean to be the “right” kind of idol—and who gets to decide? In this episode, WhyLucas shares what it’s like joining an idol survival show - ChuangAsia and how talent isn’t the only thing that matters. We dig into how the idol industry defines worth, the unspoken rules around beauty…
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Too Young to Lead? The Truth About Gen Z Entrepreneurs
Everyone talks about the hustle of starting a business—but what happens when you’re a Gen Z boss leading a team that’s just as young (or even younger) than you? In this episode, we sit down with Dewy Choo & Rayyan as they get real about the struggles of being a young entrepreneur. From where the...
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Mastering Leadership at Work AND at Home
Leadership isn’t one-size-fits-all, especially when you're balancing the demands of work and home life. In this exclusive episode, we sit down with Singaporean politicians Jamus Lim and He Ting Ru as they share their personal experiences navigating leadership in two very different worlds. How do...
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Why Do Men PRETEND To Be INCOMPETENT?!
Why do some men 'forget' how to do basic tasks like laundry, cooking, or planning a date? In this episode, Nic and Joie from The Hop Pod join Sonia and Avery to explore weaponized incompetence. Is it a real problem, a gender stereotype, or just laziness? We break down the facts and get to the…
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Why Do Gender DOUBLE STANDARDS Still Exist?!
We’re often told what beauty should look like, but are the standards for men and women different? In this episode, Amanda and Bolin join Sonia and Avery to unpack the double standard in beauty ideals. They’ll talk about how these expectations affect both genders, how we define beauty, and how we...
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Should My Partner be JEALOUS of My Friendship?
We’ve done an episode on friendships between opposite genders. However, the lines do get blurred when one or either party gets into a relationship. Should friendship change with your relationship status? In this episode, we invite 2 besties, Atiqa and Khair, to dissect further on situations…
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Does Working with Your Romantic Partner RUIN the Relationship? Ft. Mayiduo
People often advise against starting a business with friends or dating within the workplace. But is it really all that bad? In this episode, we invite Kelvin Tan, otherwise known as Mayiduo, to share about how working as a couple has affected his intimate relationship, and weigh in on how he...
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How's Rainer's Dating & Sex Life After Removing His Testicles?
How should one feel about their body? Our attitudes toward our bodies are shaped by various cultural, personal, and biological factors, with sexual anatomy playing a significant role in our body image — it’s even commonplace for people to identify body parts as 'symbols' that affirm their sense…
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Fandi Ahmad On Raising Sons To Be A MAN (ft. Iryan Fandi)
Are we still using phrases like “gu niang,” or “man up” as insults in today’s context? As a society, most of us are already making large strides away from gender stereotypes but has this changed the way we raised the future generation of men at all? We invite our very own Singapore pride, Fandi...
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How to Deal with EXISTENTIAL CRISIS? (Our Career & Relationships Struggles)
Ever been dumbfounded by life questions like “Have you decided your university major?” “Which company are you considering after graduation?” “So when is your big day?” Whether you’re fresh in your twenties, cruising through your thirties or even rolling into your fifties, we tend to bump into...
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What is the price you're paying for success?
Being successful is subjective - from being financially comfortable to even achieving milestones in our careers. For professional athletes, the journey to success can be a lot more complicated. Do we underestimate the costs and sacrifices it takes to achieve success in the sporting arena? Let's...
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Should I Only Date People In My League?
Have you ever had a crush on someone you spotted from across the room of a party or a workplace before you stop yourself and think, “No way, he/she is way out of my league”? Of course, equality and mutual respect in relationships are common values that people strive for, but did you know that it...
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Is Polyamory Just An Excuse to Cheat?
When it comes to finding soulmates, most of us focus on finding The One by a certain phase in our lives. But what happens when ‘The One’ becomes two or more, where individuals commit themselves to loving multiple partners at the same time? This brings us to question the idea of monogamy - What…
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Are men just doing the bare minimum in love or simply unromantic?
Quite commonly, men have been described to be “unromantic” or accused of “not putting in enough effort”. But perhaps men and women are just expressing and receiving love differently. In this episode of Men, Explain, let’s discuss what being romantic means in a modern relationship and how much…
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Beige flags, weird habits ONLY MEN understand
It’s been far too long where women have been accused of being the more confusing gender. It’s time we dish out some weird habits among men that women find so relatable yet cannot seem to understand. In this episode, we invite Tiktok’s best judge of character to dissect communication styles, beige...
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Should I be worried if my partner is a frequent clubber?
Why do nightclubs get such bad rep? Perhaps it’s because it’s known to be the place where anything can happen under the influence of alcohol. People often associate clubbing with heavy drinking, loud music, and promiscuous behaviour. It’s not uncommon that people are against the idea of their...
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Is Being Too Single A Red Flag?
Everyone is looking like they have their life together - a career, a romantic partner, and some have already BTO-ed or gotten a resale flat of their choice. And you? You’re in your late 20s and 30s, single, and still wondering ‘Why haven’t you found the one?’. Is it because of high expectations…
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Are Men Afraid to Date An Independent Women?
‘The independent woman’, a phrase that many women wear with pride but seem to scare off potential suitors. Much talk on social media has been going around saying that dating an independent woman is difficult, or men who claim they want ‘independent partners’ do not seem to match up to dating...
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Do men have higher sex drive than women? (ft. Relationship and intimacy coach)
“Netflix and chill?” – It’s a common stereotype that men “just want sex” while women prefer to “take it slow. When it comes to building a relationship, sexual compatibility plays a big part in the equation but is always left out in conversations due to its taboo nature. Which begs the question…
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Do we have too much expectations on proposals and weddings?
When it comes to proposals, men are still expected to follow the traditional trajectory of planning a surprise proposal: getting on their knees to pop the question. In this episode, Sonia and our newly engaged guests, Nick & Hong Ling share their thoughts on the expectations behind proposals and...
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On dealing and overcoming self doubt and imposter syndrome
In the past few years, we have seen more female leaders are being thrusted into the limelight. Be it in the business or political sphere. And yet, most women still suffer from what is commonly known as “Imposter Syndrome”. Is it harder for women to move up? Do we have more to prove? Or are we…
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Why are men embarrassed to talk about mental and physical wellness?
Is PMS (premenstrual syndrome) just a female thing? You may not have heard of it but yes, there is a male version of PMS, also commonly known as Irritable Male Syndrome. Feeling like your man is acting all rude and grumpy? It could be that time of the month. In this episode of Men, Explain, Sonia...
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Do Singaporean men have no sense of style and personal grooming?
Do men have it easy when it comes to personal grooming? Everywhere on the street, we often see guys decked out in the Uniqlo catalogue, sporting the basic QB house haircut. In this episode, Sonia and our guest, Ayden Sng, delve into whether men are just lazy or basic when it comes to their…
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On navigating large age gap relationships
As society has become increasingly progressive and open-minded, we have now come to accept and embrace different types of love and relationships. However, couples in large age gap relationships still face judgement from people who are not privy to the relationship. Is age really that important in…
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On the bro code – The difference between male and female friendships
Are friendships among men different from women? In this episode of Men, Explain, Sonia and our guest, Shawn Thia, discuss more on maintaining friendships between the guys and touch more on the unspoken “bro code” and “girl code” that we often find ourselves entangled in. Is it easier for guys to...
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Getting into a new relationships after a divorce
Is it still possible to find love after a failed marriage? What does it mean to have committed to your partner only to realise that nothing is working out between the two of you? In this episode of Men, Explain, Sonia and our guests - Carrie and Kevin shares their experiences of picking…
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Financial intimacy: How to talk to your partner about money?
Money and love are two things that don’t necessarily go well together. Couples can fight about anything and everything - but arguments about money have the tendency to be particularly complicated. Having the financial talk with your partner might be daunting, but could also be deeply bonding as...
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Are we more open to dating older women?
Is it still a stigma to date older women or younger men in today’s day and age? The modern dating scape has changed drastically and people are now more open to meeting people from different backgrounds, cultures, and ages. In this episode of Men, Explain, Sonia and our guests, Brandon and Kaykay,...
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Men, Explain is a bold, unfiltered podcast where two men and two women come together for candid, thought-provoking conversations about gender, relationships, and the realities of modern life. Hosted by MediaCorp Radio DJs Sonia Chew and Avery Aloysius, each episode explores a different theme—from career ambitions and financial independence to dating, societal pressures, and navigating love in the digital age. By tackling real, relatable issues, we aim to bridge the gender divide and leave listeners with fresh perspectives, new insights, and maybe even a few mind-changing moments.Hush Podcast is a series by Clarity, follow us on Instagram at @itsclarity.co for exclusive content. We're also on YouTube! bit.ly/itsclarityco.
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Men, Explain is a bold, unfiltered podcast where two men and two women come together for candid, thought-provoking conversations about gender, relationships, and the realities of modern life. Hosted by MediaCorp Radio DJs Sonia Chew and Avery Aloysius, each episode explores a different theme—from...
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