Real Blue Zone

23/07/2025

Everyone knows it’s illegal. So why are so many people still va**ng in Singapore — especially Gen Zs?

In this episode of Real Blue Zone, hosts Annette Lee and Zaki Hussain dive into the weird double life of va**ng in a country known for its strict laws. From the secret codes of v**e sellers to the emotional reasons people pick up the habit, we unpack it all — with a lot of laughter, and a whole lot of facts.

This episode doesn’t preach. It pokes, jokes, and questions — all while dropping stats, research, and real insights about what va**ng is doing to our health, our social circles, and our brains.
If you’ve ever wondered “Why is everyone still doing it?” — this is for you.

16/07/2025

If everyone in your circle agrees with you… maybe it’s not a circle. It’s a bubble.
In this episode, we’re getting real about friendship diversity — and why differences matter more than most of us realise.

Annette and Zaki Hussain talk about what it means to have people in your life who aren’t just like you — in race, beliefs, personality, or politics. It’s not always comfortable. But it might be exactly what you need to grow.

From personal dealbreakers (like dishonesty and fake vibes) to navigating hard conversations, we break down what makes friendships last — and what makes them matter. And we hit the streets to ask Gen Z Singaporeans: how diverse are your friends, really?

14/07/2025

You’ve heard him drop comedic unfiltered takes on everything from the silly to the serious — Now he’s bringing that same fiery energy to Real Blue Zone!

Zaki joins Annette in our next episode where they talk about what why growth means being comfortable with disagreeing with your friends too 🙂‍↔️

Episode drops this Wednesday.

09/07/2025

If we’re going to live longer, will we actually have enough to live on? In this Episode of Real Blue Zone, Annette Lee sits down with Gen Z and ex-financial consultant Ian Jeevan to unpack what saving for the future really looks like — emotionally, practically, and socially — for young people in Singapore.

From CPF anxiety and delayed adulthood to feeling behind on investments, they explore the fears and confusion Gen Zs face when it comes to financial planning in a country designed for long life. Is saving really about numbers — or is it also about identity, freedom, and future caregiving?

Plus: we hit the streets to hear what Singaporean youths actually think about saving.

08/07/2025

You’ve seen him take his grandma on adventures. You’ve heard his hot takes on money too!

Ian Jeevan joins Annette in the next episode of Real Blue Zone, and they’re talking CPF, ageing, and whether we’re actually prepared to live beyond 80.

Episode drops Wednesday, 9 July.

04/07/2025

Are Gen Zs genuinely overwhelmed, or are we just being overly sensitive? In this episode of Real Blue Zone, Annette Lee and Dewy Choo delve into the mental health challenges faced by Gen Zs in Singapore. From burnout and boundary-setting to social media addiction and the pressures of hustle culture, we explore the complexities of growing up in a hyper-connected world.

Whether you're feeling the weight of expectations or simply curious about the mental health landscape for young adults, this episode offers valuable insights and candid discussions on thriving in today's fast-paced environment.

26/06/2025

Living with your parents is free... but at what cost?

In this premiere episode of Real Blue Zone, hosts Annette Lee and Dewy Choo explore one of the biggest adulting dilemmas in Singapore: whether to move out or stay home — and what that decision really means for our mental health, freedom, and relationships.

In a country where space is limited and multigenerational homes are the norm, young adults are increasingly asking: Is independence worth the rent? Or is staying home a valid act of care, survival, and even strategy?

We talk about emotional boundaries, cultural expectations, caregiving pressure, and why it’s okay to want your own space — or stay put — as long as it’s a choice you own.

23/06/2025

You’ve seen her all over your FYP —
Now you’ll see a whole new side of her. 👀

Dewy joins Annette in our very first episode of Real Blue Zone, and they’re getting into it: moving out vs staying home

Episode drops 25 June.

28/05/2025

We started with raw, real stories from the community. Now we’re asking: what does it mean to live longer — and actually live well?

Real Blue Zone is our next era.
Still honest. Still messy. Now, with more meaning.

We’re kinda like that chaotic group at your neighbourhood kopitiam — but instead of gossip, it’s real banter, deep questions, and the kind of talk that makes you rethink how you want to live. Hosted by Annette Lee, Zaki Hussain, Ian Jeevan & Dewy Choo — this is where we start figuring out the blueprint to a happier, longer life.

Because if Singapore is the world’s only engineered Blue Zone… it’s time we talk about what it really takes to thrive in it — from the generation who’ll live it next. ☕️🇸🇬

07/09/2023

“At 17, I had to quickly learn to do things I never wanted or felt comfortable doing.”

Because of dementia, At 17, I was thrown into the role of her primary caregiver. I had to quickly learn to do things I never wanted or felt uncomfortable doing.

02/09/2023

'Benedict' is about to graduate from university and he has never been attached. His lifelong dream is to find someone he can care for, love, and share his life with.

What advice do you have for him?

I’ve always dreamed of having a girlfriend. I want someone to love and to be loved. I want to care for someone and to be cared for.

31/08/2023

“My husband made it clear that he blames me, and only me for all that has happened to our son – from his medical condition, overall poor health and current hospitalisation.”

He blames me for all that has happened to our son – from his medical condition, poor health and current hospitalisation. Our marriage is on the rocks.