List of On the Red Dot episodes
On The Red Dot is a current affairs/info-ed programme hosted by Cheryl Fox and Otelli Edwards. The show, which airs on MediaCorp Channel 5 and Channel NewsAsia, examines issues that are close to the hearts of all Singaporeans.
As of 29 January 2015, 117 episodes of On The Red Dot have aired.
Episode list
Episodes 1-22 (2012-13)
| Episode no. | Title | Air date on 5 | Air date on CNA | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | "Shared Values in Singapore" | October 31, 2012 | November 3, 2012 | |
| Learn how some residents came together to transform their HDB neighbourhood into a Van Gogh gallery. And watch historic footage of Singapore on "the day it rained on my parade" in a feature of a Singaporean who spent 40 years as a volunteer soldier. | ||||
| 2 | "Shift Towards Holistic Education" | November 7, 2012 | November 10, 2012 | |
| Many parents complain about our education system. They say it's too stressful, there's too much homework and too many examinations. Yet, all parents want their children to go to the best schools and for them to grow up rich and successful. Can the recent changes in our education system ensure that we achieve all these? On the Red Dot finds out. | ||||
| 3 | "Caring for our Elderly" | November 14, 2012 | November 17, 2012 | |
| Is enough being done to help families cope with looking after their ageing parents? On the Red Dot speaks to Singaporeans and finds out how they feel. | ||||
| 4 | "Youths and the Internet" | November 21, 2012 | November 24, 2012 | |
| Young people use the Internet differently from their parents! Many teenagers today have over 300 Facebook fronts and older parents sometimes don't even pose their profile photo on their Facebook account. So it's hardly surprising that they view privacy and social media postings quite differently. | ||||
| 5 | "Foreigners and Integration" | November 28, 2012 | December 1, 2012 | |
| Many Singaporeans hold polarized views about the presence of foreign nationals living in Singapore as students, workers and migrants. In the next episode of On the Red Dot, we examine the socio-psychological motivations behind these views are examined through interviews with both Singaporeans and foreign migrants. | ||||
| 6 | "Cost of Living" | December 5, 2012 | December 8, 2012 | |
| Many Singaporeans complain about the cost of housing, transport and food. But are things really that bad out there? | ||||
| 7 | "Places and Spaces" | December 12, 2012 | December 15, 2012 | |
| Many Singaporeans believe in helping the handicapped. But how accepting are we towards the visually handicapped who need the assistance of guide dogs to help them move around? | ||||
| 8 | "Transport and Commuter Challenges" | December 19, 2012 | December 22, 2012 | |
| Traffic jams, slow buses and crowded trains. Is Singapore's transport network really that bad?? | ||||
| 9 | "Conservation Versus Urban Redevelopment" | December 26, 2012 | December 29, 2012 | |
| Redevelopment goes on everyday in land scarce Singapore. How do we decide what to save and what to demolish? | ||||
| 10 | "Singapore Identity: What makes us uniquely Singaporean?" | January 2, 2013 | January 5, 2013 | |
| How do you spot a Singaporean? Tune in to find out what makes us uniquely Singaporean. This is the first episode hosted by Otelli Edwards. | ||||
| 11 | "Singapore's Baby Bust: Why aren't we having more babies?" | January 9, 2013 | January 12, 2013 | |
| Singapore’s baby bust: why aren't we having more babies? | ||||
| 12 | "Singapore Population Challenges" | January 16, 2013 | January 19, 2013 | |
| Tackling Singapore's population woes and the impact of a shrinking local workforce. | ||||
| 13 | "Why do we need foreign workers in Singapore?" | January 23, 2013 | January 26, 2013 | |
| Why do we need foreign workers in Singapore? Find out how foreign workers can help companies enhance their competitiveness. | ||||
| 14 | "Helping Those In Need" | January 30, 2013 | February 2, 2013 | |
| What is life like as a physically handicapped person? Join us in our episode on building a more inclusive society in Singapore. | ||||
| 15 | "Planning for the future" | February 6, 2013 | February 9, 2013 | |
| Can Singapore house 6.9 million people? We take a look at the government's plans to boost infrastructure capabilities. | ||||
| 16 | "Safeguarding Our Food Supply" | February 13, 2013 | February 16, 2013 | |
| How are local farms making use of technology to boost production? Watch this episode to find out about Singapore’s strategies to enhance food security. | ||||
| 17 | "Are Singaporeans Charitable?" | February 20, 2013 | February 23, 2013 | |
| Would you rather donate money or volunteer your time? Join us in our episode on charitable giving. | ||||
| 18 | "A Gracious Singapore...Are we there yet?" | February 27, 2013 | March 2, 2013 | |
| Do you clear your own food tray at food centres? Tune in to find out if Singaporeans are becoming more gracious. | ||||
| 19 | "Singapore's Push for Productivity" | March 6, 2013 | March 9, 2013 | |
| Improving work processes can lead to a more productive and happier workforce. Tune in to find out more! | ||||
| 20 | "A Singaporean Core in the Workforce" | March 13, 2013 | March 16, 2013 | |
| Are Singaporean job-seekers too picky? Find out why some businesses say it's hard to recruit Singaporeans. | ||||
| 21 | "Delivering affordable and accessible healthcare for all" | March 20, 2013 | March 23, 2013 | |
| Can you afford to fall sick? Learn more about the various healthcare schemes and drug subsidies that can make medical care more affordable and accessible. Otelli Edwards stood-in for Fox for this episode. | ||||
| 22 | "Housing the nation - Should HDB flats be a home or an asset?" | March 27, 2013 | March 30, 2013 | |
| Should HDB prices be kept low so everybody can afford a home? Or should flat prices be allowed to rise so Singaporeans have some savings when they retire? | ||||
Episodes 23-58 (2013)
| Episode no. | Title | Air date on 5 | Air date on CNA | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 | "The young and driven - the complex reality behind young Singaporeans today" | April 3, 2013 | April 6, 2013 | |
| What do young Singaporeans want? This episode features young adults from all walks of life to find out what makes them happy. | ||||
| 24 | "Water! Life on an island" | April 10, 2013 | April 13, 2013 | |
| Singapore aims to be self-sufficient in water by 2061, when the second water agreement with Malaysia ends; but at what cost? | ||||
| 25 | "Responsible Pet Ownership - what does it take?" | April 17, 2013 PG Graphic Visuals | April 20, 2013 | |
| Why are more pets being abandoned? Should prospective pet-owners be screened before they are allowed to buy or adopt a dog? Otelli Edwards stood-in for Fox for this episode. | ||||
| 26 | "Going Green - are we making enough progress?" | April 24, 2013 | April 27, 2013 | |
| Recycling helps to preserve and save our environment. Find out why it’s now also hip and trendy to recycle! Otelli Edwards stood-in for Fox for this episode. | ||||
| 27 | "The Education Review – reducing stress and nurturing kinder citizens" | May 1, 2013 | May 4, 2013 | |
| How can school-related stress be reduced? Also, tune in to find out why Character and Citizenship Education will be taught at all primary and secondary schools in 2014. | ||||
| 28 | "Nurturing a Sporting Culture in Singapore" | May 8, 2013 | May 11, 2013 | |
| Frisbee and Mixed Martial Arts! Find out why these new sports are getting some Singaporeans all excited. | ||||
| 29 | "Towards a Broader Definition of Success" | May 15, 2013 | May 18, 2013 | |
| Many Singaporeans have expressed a desire for a more accepting society that allows people to choose different career paths and also allows second chances. Tune in to hear the stories of those who took a path less travelled. | ||||
| 30 | "Unconventional Careers – Entrepreneurship and unusual career choices of Singaporeans" | May 22, 2013 | May 25, 2013 | |
| Find out why some people choose unconventional careers like becoming an undertaker, artist and guitarist, and discover how The HUB Singapore can help you become an entrepreneur. This was the latest episode in 2013 presented by Cheryl Fox. | ||||
| 31 | "Health Matters – Crucial health issues in Singapore" | May 29, 2013 | June 1, 2013 | |
| One in three people in Singapore, don’t get enough sleep every night. Tune in to find out what’s keeping them up. | ||||
| 32 | "Tourism – Selling the Singaporean experience" | June 5, 2013 | June 8, 2013 | |
| Join us on a journey to Pulau Ubin and discover why tourists visit our island because of our reputation as the greenest city in Asia. | ||||
| 33 | "Family matters – the state of the Singaporean family" | June 12, 2013 | June 15, 2013 | |
| 9 out of 10 people in Singapore feel that their family is the most important part of their lives, even more important than work or friends. So why do we need a "Eat with your family" day? | ||||
| 34 | "Pre-school education – raising standards and attracting qualified educators" | June 19, 2013 | June 22, 2013 | |
| About 200 more preschools and childcare centres will be built over the next 5 years. But are there enough qualified teachers? Tune in to find out. | ||||
| 35 | "Active ageing – Older workers and volunteers" | June 26, 2013 | June 29, 2013 | |
| Why have some retirees decided to become volunteers instead of relaxing at home? Tune in to find out. | ||||
| 36 | "Fighting Dengue" | July 3, 2013 | July 6, 2013 | |
| Over 11,000 people have already been infected with dengue fever this year. Find out how this epidemic can be controlled. | ||||
| 37 | "Technology and You" | July 10, 2013 | July 13, 2013 | |
| An NIE study shows 85% of parents feel their children would benefit from early exposure to electronic devices. But is that sort of thinking sound? | ||||
| 38 | "The Good, The Bad and The Funny" | July 17, 2013 | July 20, 2013 | |
| You must have seen the crazy queues for the Hello Kitty plush toy, now meet the fans who have the whole collection and find out what motivates them to spend sleepless nights queuing. And after all that effort, why is one of them now giving it all away? | ||||
| 39 | "Find My Kid A School" | July 24, 2013 | July 27, 2013 | |
| It is a stressful rite of passage all parents with very young kids have to face, finding them a place in pre-school and then in primary school. Watch to find out their choices and concerns. | ||||
| 40 | "Green Heritage" | July 31, 2013 | August 3, 2013 | |
| Finding our balance between economic development and preservation of green spaces has always been a difficult challenge, but the proposed Cross Island MRT line takes that soul searching a step further. Is it alright for us to build an MRT tunnel under a nature reserve? How pristine should our nature reserves be kept? | ||||
| 41 | "Being Singaporean" | August 7, 2013 | August 10, 2013 | |
| Is there such a thing as a "Singaporean Look"? On The Red Dot looks at what it means to be a Singaporean though the eyes of an award winning photographer and a group of kids who have been away from Singapore for some time. | ||||
| 42 | "The Price of Looking Good" | August 14, 2013 | August 17, 2013 | |
| This week on On The Red Dot, we go behind the issues of going for the perfect beauty and body. What does it take to go under the knife and why do youngsters are willing to go the extra mile for ideal beauty? | ||||
| 43 | "Enrichment for Kids" | August 21, 2013 | August 24, 2013 | |
| Kids these days live by a timetable that’s filled to the brim with after-school classes, be it for tuition, sports or music. Are these depriving them of their childhood, or simply giving them the chance to realise their full potential? We follow a busy 5-year-old going about his week and we talk to a child psychiatrist for his take on this. We also sat down for a chat with musicians Glen Wee and Jeremy Monteiro who took music lessons when they were just kids. Plus, we feature a music school with lessons for infants! | ||||
| 44 | "The Pioneer Generation" | August 28, 2013 | August 31, 2013 | |
| In this episode of On The Red Dot, we visit the pioneer generation – men who have lived through the Japanese Occupation and helped build the newly independent Singapore. What were their contributions and how can today’s young gain insight from their past? | ||||
| 45 | "Cyber Malice" | September 4, 2013 | September 7, 2013 | |
| A cyber security firm has reported a 30% increase in online banking malware between April and June this year. What are the precautions netizens should take while performing their online transactions? On the Red Dot speaks to the experts for some tips on how to deal with this Cyber Malice. | ||||
| 46 | "Baby Maybe" | September 11, 2013 | September 14, 2013 | |
| This week on On The Red Dot, with couples getting married and starting a family later in life, many people are opting to have fewer or no children. For some people, they are childless but not by choice. Let's take a closer look at this topic this week. Chan Eu Imm stood in for Edwards this week. | ||||
| 47 | "Able Disabled" | September 18, 2013 | September 21, 2013 | |
| Can you really tell a person is visually handicapped just by their looks? Are the ramps installed in our buildings really usable to those on wheelchairs? On the Red Dot speaks to the disabled and finds that some of our assumptions could be wrong. Chan Eu Imm stood in for Edwards this week. | ||||
| 48 | "Kids Extraordinaire" | September 25, 2013 | September 28, 2013 | |
| An 11-year-old stage manager. A 12-year-old singer-songwriter. And a computer programmer who released an iPhone app when he was just nine! A week ahead of Children’s Day, On the Red Dot shines the spotlight on extraordinary kids! | ||||
| 49 | "Migrant Workers in Our Midst" | October 2, 2013 | October 5, 2013 | |
| They keep our streets clean, construct our buildings and cook our food; but how much do we know about the migrant workers in our midst? On the Red Dot takes a closer look. | ||||
| 50 | "Finding Happiness" | October 9, 2013 | October 12, 2013 | |
| On the Red Dot this week tracks down Singaporeans from different walks of life who are actively seeking happiness in their own unique ways. What are their formulas for happiness? We sit them down for a heart to heart talk. | ||||
| 51 | "Mid-Career Moves" | October 16, 2013 | October 19, 2013 | |
| Today, most people start work in their 20s, and don’t stop till their 60s. To continue to stay engaged at work, a career change in that span of time is almost inevitable. Yet, it is a scary prospect for many. On the Red Dot speaks to Singaporeans who have taken that leap. We also explore if an MBA is as useful as it used to be. | ||||
| 52 | "Staying Rooted" | October 23, 2013 | October 26, 2013 | |
| On the Red Dot heads to Sydney, Australia! We speak to Singaporeans there to find out what’s keeping them Down Under and what would make them come home. We also speak to Singaporeans who have returned after long stints overseas. | ||||
| 53 | "Taxi, Taxi!" | October 30, 2013 | November 2, 2013 | |
| In the last decade, Singapore’s taxi fleet has grown much faster than the island’s population or cab ridership. So why hasn’t it gotten any easier to get a cab these days? On the Red Dot finds out. | ||||
| 54 | "For Art's Sake" | November 6, 2013 | November 9, 2013 | |
| There’s been more international acclaim for Singapore Art than ever before. But is Contemporary Singapore Art gaining traction with the Singapore public? Should a country’s art be dictated by the masses or by the artists’ whims? We will also take a closer look at the growing popularity of Singapore Pioneer Art with art investors and take a sneak peek at the Singapore Biennale 2013. | ||||
| 55 | "Our Kind of Music" | November 13, 2013 | November 16, 2013 | |
| This week On the Red Dot examines what will it take to revive Singapore’s ailing music scene. Would throwing government money at the problem be any help at all? Should there be a minimum quota for Singapore music for our radio stations? We will also throw the spotlight on a new breed of DJs who are no longer content with spinning other people’s music and are coming up with their own unique tunes for the dance floor. Plus, we will look at an old music format that is making a strong comeback. | ||||
| 56 | "Typhoon Haiyan" | November 20, 2013 | November 23, 2013 | |
| Share the agony of Filipinos in Singapore whose family back home suffered the wrath of Typhoon Haiyan; hear first-hand accounts of the disaster and find out what Singaporeans are doing to help. | ||||
| 57 | "Navigating the Digital Age" | November 27, 2013 | November 30, 2013 | |
| On the Red Dot shines the spotlight on hackers. Hear from a professional ‘hooked’ on hacking. And catch up with a breed of parents dubbed the ‘Sharents’. | ||||
| 58 | "Learning Journeys" | December 4, 2013 | December 7, 2013 | |
| We meet young Singaporeans making use of special work and travel programmes, to discover what it is like to live abroad. | ||||
Episodes 59-108 (2014)
| Episode no. | Title | Air date on 5 | Air date on CNA | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 59 | "Flash Back" | January 8, 2014 | January 11, 2014 | |
| We catch up with some of the outstanding individuals we met over the past 58 episodes to see how they have been doing since appearing on our show. | ||||
| 60 | "Cracking Cancer" | January 15, 2014 | January 19, 2014 | |
| 1 in 3 Singaporeans dies of Cancer. On average 28 people are diagnosed with Cancer every day. Why is it so prevalent? What can we do about it? We speak to Cancer survivors and their doctors to find out more. | ||||
| 61 | "Pro Bono Heroes" | January 22, 2014 | January 25, 2014 | |
| From lawyers to cabbies, meet and see folks from all walks of life make a difference to people's lives by doing what they do best. | ||||
| 62 | "Usher in the Year of the Horse" | (technical glitch) | January 29, 2014 | |
| Spring cleaning? Find out how you can make it a good deed as well. Also catch celebrities Desmond Tan and others as they practice for the Countdown show. | ||||
| 63 | "Rethinking Health" | February 5, 2014 | February 5, 2014 | |
| 2 in 5 Singaporeans suffer from at least one chronic illness such as diabetes. What can we do about it? Join us as we rethink health. | ||||
| 64 | "That's My Backyard...Tiong Bahru" | February 12, 2014 | February 12, 2014 | |
| Go behind Tiong Bahru's hip and happening veneer to uncover the gentle charm of Singapore's oldest housing estate. | ||||
| 65 | "That's My Backyard... Dakota Crescent" | February 19, 2014 | February 19, 2014 | |
| On the Red Dot heads to Dakota Crescent this week to uncover an estate caught in a time warp. It's just a short drive from the city centre, yet it is a world away. | ||||
| 66 | "That's My Backyard... Kampong Glam" | February 26, 2014 | February 26, 2014 | |
| Step into the kaleidoscopic world of Kampong Glam and discover the multi-faceted identities of a district that predates the arrival of Stamford Raffles. See Kampong Glam through the eyes of an eclectic group of personalities. | ||||
| 67 | "That's My Backyard... Joo Chiat" | March 5, 2014 | March 5, 2014 | |
| Get to know Joo Chiat, as On the Red Dot knocks on doors to bring you the little ‘secrets’ and the stories of an area rich in history. | ||||
| 68 | "That's My Backyard... Holland Village" | March 12, 2014 | March 12, 2014 | |
| On the Red Dot looks beyond the nightlife of Holland Village to discover a side of the district seldom seen or heard. | ||||
| 69 | "That's My Backyard... Kranji" | March 19, 2014 | March 19, 2014 | |
| Discover the "Wild Wild West" of Singapore as On the Red Dot goes to Kranji. Enjoy the sights and sounds, and meet the farmers of Singapore. | ||||
| 70 | "That's My Backyard... Sembawang" | March 26, 2014 | March 26, 2014 | |
| Think Sembawang and the shipyard comes to mind, but the area has a lot more to offer. It's the birthplace of Roti John, the location of Singapore's only hot spring and the site of the country's last remaining kampong mosque. | ||||
| 71 | "Finding Closure" | April 2, 2014 | April 6, 2014 | |
| MH370. Can there be closure when there are no clear answers? On the Red Dot speaks to individuals who lost loved ones to air crashes past & present. | ||||
| 72 | "Work in Progress: A Taste for Tradition" | April 9, 2014 | April 13, 2014 | |
| Traditional treats to celebrate weddings, newborns or nurse a mother in confinement back to health; follow the cooks who keep our culinary traditions alive. Watch them whip up a storm in their kitchen. | ||||
| 73 | "Work in Progress: The Call of Nursing" | April 16, 2014 | April 20, 2014 | |
| Nurses often deal with death, illness or pain. Follow the lives of four nurses working in very different environments - in an emergency room, in an operating theatre, in people’s homes and even at an animal clinic. Peek into their world to find out what drives these professionals to take on such a tough job. Witness their "Work in Progress". | ||||
| 74 | "Work in Progress: The Call of the Wild!" | April 23, 2014 | April 27, 2014 | |
| Take a walk on the wild side with the keepers and vets at the Night Safari. Get down and dirty with a clouded leopard keeper, an elephant keeper, a head vet, and an animal management officer as they go about their daily routines. Find out what happens behind closed doors to keep the animals happy and healthy. | ||||
| 75 | "Work in Progress: City in a Garden" | April 30, 2014 | May 6, 2014 | |
| Tag along with the garden designers and tree doctors of Singapore to find out why it takes more than green fingers to make our island a city in a garden. Take a walk in the park, and witness the "Work in Progress". | ||||
| 76 | "Work in Progress: Defence Science" | May 7, 2014 | May 11, 2014 | |
| Ever wondered what goes on in the world of Defence Science? Catch a glimpse behind closed doors in the trailer of our last installment of "Work In Progress". See what the microbiologists, chemists, engineers, and programme managers do to bring our defence to the cutting edge of Science. This was the latest episode presented by Otelli Edwards. | ||||
| 77 | "It Takes A Village: Dealing with Depression" | May 14, 2014 | May 18, 2014 | |
| Witness how it can sometimes take a village to turn a life around. Follow Junainah and the people that stood behind her as she dealt with depression. This episode marks the comeback of Cheryl Fox. | ||||
| 78 | "It Takes A Village: An Ex-Con’s Breakthrough" | May 21, 2014 | May 25, 2014 | |
| From behind the bars to being called to the bar. Witness Darren’s extraordinary journey from a life of crime to a career as a lawyer. | ||||
| 79 | "It Takes A Village: Coming Out Of The Dark" | May 28, 2014 | June 1, 2014 | |
| Patricia lost her sight at 27 to Glaucoma. See how family and friends pulled her from the verge of suicide and helped her regain her zest for life. | ||||
| 80 | "It Takes A Village: Mother at 17" | June 4, 2014 | June 8, 2014 | |
| 'Tanya' was pregnant at 16 and shunned by her own family. She didn't know where to find help, but help found her instead. | ||||
| 81 | "It Takes A Village: Living with Autism" | June 11, 2014 | June 15, 2014 | |
| At 66, Emalin Rom is still looking after her three adult children with special needs who cannot take care of themselves. Two of them are autistic. | ||||
| 82 | "It Takes A Village: Living with Schizophrenia" | June 18, 2014 | June 22, 2014 | |
| 4 mental meltdowns in 16 years. Yet today, Julius is helping others fight Schizophrenia. Witness his journey from the clutches of the brain disease. | ||||
| 83 | "#Youth - For the Cause" | June 25, 2014 | June 29, 2014 | |
| The youths of today are often labelled as lazy and selfish. Yet, statistics in Singapore show the number of them who volunteer are increasing. We speak to 3 selfless young adults who are breaking the stereotype that they are the ‘Me Me Me’ generation by taking time out to work for social causes. | ||||
| 84 | "#Youth - YOLO" | July 2, 2014 | July 6, 2014 | |
| YOLO! You Only Live Once. For some, it's a young people's excuse to do something crazy. But is it, really? Find out what YOLO truly mean to our Youth. | ||||
| 85 | "#Youth - A Different Beat" | July 9, 2014 | July 13, 2014 | |
| Marching to a different beat. More youths are pursuing music as a full-time career. Do they have what it takes to survive in this cut-throat industry? | ||||
| 86 | "#Youth - Risk Takers and Dealmakers" | July 16, 2014 | July 20, 2014 | |
| Meet the next generation of Risk Takers and Dealmakers - Youths who prove that you are never too young to start your own business. | ||||
| 87 | "#Youth - Going for Gold" | July 23, 2014 | July 27, 2014 | |
| Meet young athletes who are 'Going For Gold'. Tread the rigorous path to Olympic Dreams and dive into the psyche of Champions. Find out what it takes to make it to the top. | ||||
| 88 | "MOSAIC - Neighbours" | July 30, 2014 | August 3, 2014 | |
| Meet the neighbours who are the glue in the communities they live in. Remarkable individuals who demonstrate what it means to be a great neighbour. | ||||
| 89 | "MOSAIC - Serving With Love" | August 6, 2014 | August 10, 2014 | |
| A pastor and a rock musician. A domestic helper and her employer of 25 years. Be inspired by these remarkable stories of friendship. | ||||
| 90 | "MOSAIC - Acts Of Kindness" | August 13, 2014 | August 17, 2014 | |
| In our third episode of our series MOSAIC, meet the ordinary people with extraordinary hearts in some of the most inspiring stories of cross-cultural mentorship. | ||||
| 91 | "MOSAIC - Acts Of Kindness" | August 20, 2014 | August 24, 2014 | |
| Two friends who became best buddies through a shared passion for bhangra. Two rival school athletes turned friends for life. Thirty-five years, and going strong. Share their heartwarming memories. | ||||
| 92 | "Behind The Scenes: Island At Work" | August 27, 2014 | August 31, 2014 | |
| Ever wondered what goes on behind bustling Sentosa? Time for a peek! | ||||
| 93 | "Behind The Scenes: Fighting Fire" | September 3, 2014 | September 7, 2014 | |
| Get your hearts racing as we go behind the scenes of the SCDF and meet the men who risk their lives to save others. | ||||
| 94 | "Behind The Scenes: Curtains Up" | September 10, 2014 | September 14, 2014 | |
| Breathtaking, extraordinary and magical. Get behind the scenes of the stunning equestrian show, Cavalia. | ||||
| 95 | "Behind The Scenes: On Track" | September 17, 2014 | September 21, 2014 | |
| Brace yourselves for an inside look at the making of this year’s Singapore Grand Prix. | ||||
| 96 | "Behind The Scenes: Birds, Blooms and Bonding" | September 24, 2014 | September 28, 2014 | |
| Step into the gardens of urban Singapore as we meet the nature lovers who go the extra mile. | ||||
| 97 | "Friends For A Better World: Malaysia" | October 1, 2014 | October 5, 2014 | |
| On The Red Dot takes you around the region to meet budding social entrepreneurs out to change the world. | ||||
| 98 | "Friends For A Better World: India" | October 8, 2014 | October 12, 2014 | |
| Meet a trio of budding social entrepreneurs with a dream to change the lives of village women in rural India. | ||||
| 99 | "Friends For A Better World: Philippines" | October 15, 2014 | October 19, 2014 | |
| Giving street kids a home, and school dropouts a second chance. We track Singaporean social entrepreneurs doing good in the Philippines. | ||||
| 100 | "Friends For A Better World: Indonesia" | October 22, 2014 | October 26, 2014 | |
| A young Singaporean defies the odds to save sharks. A former drug addict gets a second chance through a social enterprise. Their stories in On The Red Dot. | ||||
| 101 | "Friends For A Better World: Indonesia 2" | October 29, 2014 | November 2, 2014 | |
| Meet Singaporeans with a vision for kindness, on a mission to improve the lives of farmers and poor children in Indonesia. Get inspired in On The Red Dot. | ||||
| 102 | "Friends For A Better World: Cambodia" | November 5, 2014 | November 9, 2014 | |
| Uniting locals and tourists in the fight against poverty. Turning transactions into memorable connections. Meet a young Singaporean in Cambodia, whose social enterprise is making a difference to the lives of so many in the region. | ||||
| 103 | "Old School: Taste Of Tradition" | November 12, 2014 | November 16, 2014 | |
| Meet artisans with a heart for traditional food, capturing the soul of a different time. | ||||
| 104 | "Old School: House of Memories" | November 19, 2014 | November 23, 2014 | |
| Vintage furniture and interior decor from an era past. All preserved to make you feel as if time has stood still. | ||||
| 105 | "Old School: Collectibles" | November 26, 2014 | November 30, 2014 | |
| Enthusiasts from today, passionate about yesterday's heritage. Meet collectors of all things old school. | ||||
| 106 | "Old School: Businesses" | December 3, 2014 | December 7, 2014 | |
| Trades that have stood the test of time. Old School Businesses from the past, making perfect sense even today. | ||||
| 107 | "Old School: Music" | December 10, 2014 | December 14, 2014 | |
| Time to get your groove on with On The Red Dot's tribute to 'Old School Music' in Singapore. | ||||
| 108 | "Old School: Fashion" | December 17, 2014 | December 21, 2014 | |
| What fashion statements did Singaporeans make for in the 1960s and 70s? On The Red Dot celebrates the fads and styles that defined the 'look' of our past generations. | ||||
Note 1: There was a technical glitch involving the reairing of the segment Chinatown Walk on Usher in the Year of the Horse, during the premiere run on Channel 5. The episode reaired on Channel NewsAsia in full, on the same day at 11.30pm.
Note 2: There was a technical glitch on Work in Progress: City in a Garden just before the end of the show, during the premiere run on Channel Newsasia, and the episode had to reair on 11 May, 2014 at 11.30pm.
Episodes 109 onwards (2015)
| Episode no. | Title | Air date on 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 109 | "Look Back" | January 1, 2015 | |
| On The Red Dot takes a look at the year gone by. We re-visit some of the people we've featured, and catch up with local celebrities to find out what lies ahead for them in 2015. | |||
| 110 | "Fast Forward (Part 1)" | January 8, 2015 | |
| On The Red Dot fast forwards 15 years into the future to hang out with a typical Singaporean family. A time when genetically modified foods are all the rage, and robots help out at home. Urban farming, silver-collared workers, and more. Fast forward into life in Singapore in 2030. | |||
| 111 | "Fast Forward (Part 2)" | January 15, 2015 | |
| What's life like in the year 2030? Tommi struggles with school, but there is a silver lining. A future where skills count and robots in the kitchen. | |||
| 112 | "Fast Forward (Part 3)" | January 22, 2015 | |
| More drama unfolds in 2030. 46-year-old Hwee Ching is due for labour, while Tommi's apprenticeship stretches his imagination. 3D-printing of human organs and surgery in utero. A new world of medical possibilities On the Red Dot's special series "Fast Forward". | |||
| 113 | "Fast Forward (Part 4)" | January 29, 2015 | |
| Growing up in 2030 means many new distractions. Tommi creates a secret companion, and sinks even to the purchase of a virtual attraction. | |||
| 114 | "It Takes a Village - HIV" | February 5, 2015 | |
| 115 | "It Takes a Village - Anxiety Disorder" | February 12, 2015 | |
| 116 | "It Takes a Village - Autism" | February 19, 2015 | |
| 117 | "It Takes a Village - Anger Management" | February 26, 2015 | |
2016:
118 - Vanished Places - National Library at Stamford Road
119 - Vanished Places - The Grand Old Dame
120 - Vanished Places - National Theatre
121 - Vanished Places - The Lost Worlds
122 - That's My Backyard - Geylang Serai
123 - That’s My Backyard - Serangoon Gardens
124 - That’s My Backyard - Little India
125 - That’s My Backyard - Chinatown
126 - Food Island - Science Of Food
127 - Fusion Island - Fusion Food
128 - Food Island - Favourites With A Twist
129 - Food Island - All Natural
130 Made in Singapore - Humour
131 Made In Singapore: Films
132 Made In Singapore: Fashion
133 Made In Singapore: Food
134 Footprints Through Time - Sports
135 Footprints Through Time - Defence
136 Footprints Through Time - Housing
137 Footprints Through Time - Education
138 Footprints Through Time - Transport
139 Footprints Through Time - Health
140 Footprints Through Time - Environment
141 When the Mountain Fell (Red dot Special)
142 Project 4650
143 Project 4650
144 Project 4650
145 Project 4650
146 Pioneer Generation
147 Pioneer Generation
148 Pioneer Generation
149 Wish Come True
150 Wish Come True
151 Wish Come True
152 Wish Come True
153 Wish Come True
154 Wish Come True
155 Lookback 2015
156 In My Helper's Shoes
157 In My Helper's Shoes
158 In My Helper's Shoes
159 In My Helper's Shoes
160 'Love in the Lion City'
161 Friends For A Better World
162 Friends For A Better World
163 Friends For A Better World
164 Friends For A Better World
165 Friends For A Better World
166 Friends For A Better World
Special Series (2020)
| Episode no. | Title | Air date on Ch. 5 | Air date on CNA (NewsAsia) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | "COVID-19: Alone Together (Part 1)" | January 1, 2020 | January 1, 2020 |
| 2 | "COVID-19: Alone Together (Part 2)" | January 8, 2020 | January 9, 2020 |
See also
- MediaCorp Channel 5
- List of programmes broadcast by MediaCorp Channel 5
- MediaCorp HD5
- List of programmes broadcast by MediaCorp HD5
- Channel NewsAsia
- On The Red Dot
References
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