Singapore’s Wildest & Funniest Transport Stories (Part 2) (MRT, Bus, Cyclists) | The Hop Pod Ep 146
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122,023 views
From awkward MRT encounters to near-miss cyclist incidents and morally grey seat dilemmas, this episode dives into the most ridiculous — and revealing — transport stories in Singapore. Through these, we explore the balance between personal convenience and shared responsibility, while encouraging more empathy and awareness in shared spaces.
00:00 Teaser
00:41 Topic of the day
01:08 Guest Introduction
01:31 Reddit Story #1: Hitch driver giving "ew" vibes
04:09 What makes a transport option feel safe or reliable?
06:00 Have you ever reported a driver?
07:43 With COE prices and the cost of owning a car rising, are youths more inspired to own a car or is it getting too expensive?
10:57 Reddit Story #2: Owning a car vs taking public transport
12:06 Is owning a car in Singapore a privilege?
13:18 Can improvements be made to encourage people to drive less?
14:24 Reddit Story #3: Mistaking women as pregnant on public transport
16:01 How would you try to identify if someone is pregnant?
17:11 The Question Pod
19:55 Reddit Story #4: Dealing with unhygienic behaviour on public transport
21:51 Dealing with loud music/sounds on public transport
22:21 Reddit Story #5: AITA: for not giving up my seat?
24:53 Reddit Story #6: PMA vs PMD vs cyclist: Who's in the right/wrong?
26:13 Is this conflict due to lack of space or user behaviour?
27:25 As pedestrians, how do we show consideration to cyclists?
27:52 Have you had a friend who insists "it's not too far to walk"?
29:51 What are your thoughts on first- and last-mile connectivity?
31:28 Autonomous vehicles in newer estates
32:02 Which transport option do you use the most?
34:08 What's the most inconsiderate thing you've done on public transport?
34:46 If our government built a perfectly shaded and air-conditioned pathway, would you only walk/cycle?
35:36 Let us know your thoughts!
36:16 Outro
36:31 Bloopers
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Also died at the how do you tell when someone is pregnant part 😂
Singapore’s Wildest & Funniest Transport Stories (Part 2) (MRT, Bus, Cyclists) | The Hop Pod Ep 146
You Got Watch | YGW
122,023 views
From awkward MRT encounters to near-miss cyclist incidents and morally grey seat dilemmas, this episode dives into the most ridiculous — and revealing — transport stories in Singapore. Through these, we explore the balance between personal convenience and shared responsibility, while encouraging more empathy and awareness in shared spaces.
00:00 Teaser
00:41 Topic of the day
01:08 Guest Introduction
01:31 Reddit Story #1: Hitch driver giving "ew" vibes
04:09 What makes a transport option feel safe or reliable?
06:00 Have you ever reported a driver?
07:43 With COE prices and the cost of owning a car rising, are youths more inspired to own a car or is it getting too expensive?
10:57 Reddit Story #2: Owning a car vs taking public transport
12:06 Is owning a car in Singapore a privilege?
13:18 Can improvements be made to encourage people to drive less?
14:24 Reddit Story #3: Mistaking women as pregnant on public transport
16:01 How would you try to identify if someone is pregnant?
17:11 The Question Pod
19:55 Reddit Story #4: Dealing with unhygienic behaviour on public transport
21:51 Dealing with loud music/sounds on public transport
22:21 Reddit Story #5: AITA: for not giving up my seat?
24:53 Reddit Story #6: PMA vs PMD vs cyclist: Who's in the right/wrong?
26:13 Is this conflict due to lack of space or user behaviour?
27:25 As pedestrians, how do we show consideration to cyclists?
27:52 Have you had a friend who insists "it's not too far to walk"?
29:51 What are your thoughts on first- and last-mile connectivity?
31:28 Autonomous vehicles in newer estates
32:02 Which transport option do you use the most?
34:08 What's the most inconsiderate thing you've done on public transport?
34:46 If our government built a perfectly shaded and air-conditioned pathway, would you only walk/cycle?
35:36 Let us know your thoughts!
36:16 Outro
36:31 Bloopers
FOLLOW US ON SOCIALS
INSTAGRAM: Instagram: yougotwatchsg
TIKTOK: TikTok: yougotwatchsg
🌱 TAUGEHS 🌱
Nicholas: Instagram: nicholasyeam
Joie: Instagram: joietan
Q (Yun Qian): Instagram: lyqian
Mayle: Instagram: peasaimonster
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