Sleep with Jake
Sleep with Jake
Jake
From Indonesia’s most annoying friend, lovable brother, impeccable son, and a virtual nobody, Jake Charles is bringing his groove on today’s issues with his calculated, out-of-the box and honest take. He aims to bring about change and activate a new social movement among young people in bettering the country and redefine a new Indonesian dream, one that is attainable for all people. He will also embarrass himself a lot along the way. This is the podcast you never know you wanted.
Epi. 12 : Jiwasraya Gate & the Loss of Consumer Rights
If you watch the news, you've probably heard of Jiwasraya and the plethora of problems it faces. But have you heard what happens to the millions of Indonesian families who have put their savings in the state-owned enterprise? On this episode, Jake explains briefly what Jiwasraya was and how consumer rights are being taken away and little is being done about it. Find out how you can protect your rights as consumers.
Feb 15, 2021
18 min
Epi. 11 : What I learn from 2020
2020 was a shitshow. On this episode, Jake is sharing how he feels about it and what he learns from the most overrated year in history. He also got hooked on a particular K-Drama. 
Jan 7, 2021
41 min
Epi. 10 : Stunting: The Public Health Crisis No One Talks About
Years after years, Indonesia has been battling Stunting with no remarkable improvement. The year is 2020, and more children seem to be affected more than ever. What is stunting? What causes stunting? And what can be done to address the problem? On this episode, Jake is discussing why Stunting, a public health crisis, is pulling Indonesia back and how the Indonesian economy is going to suffer from it. Subscribe to @sleepwithjake on Instagram for more in-depth take on Indonesia's current affairs.
Oct 16, 2020
16 min
Epi. 9 : Freedom - The Right to Offend
Jake is back after a two-month hiatus.On this episode, Jake is going to tell you guys what he had experienced during a citywide lockdown and what Freedom means to him.How "Anjay-Gate" is the worst controversy there is, why being an asshole is god-given right, and what Indonesians seem to not get when it comes to being free. 
Sep 11, 2020
31 min
Epi. 8 : Stop Politicizing RUU PKS: Sexual Violence Eradication Bill
On this episode, Jake talks briefly on the bill that's been delayed every year since 2016 and how it's sickening that everything is made political. (Yes, we're talking about you conservative party.)This episode is dedicated to our friend Lilian for wanting us to talk about this, and all the women in Indonesia, for being the great mothers, sisters, daughters and friends, we all need. And to all sexual assault victims, let's keep fighting.
Jul 10, 2020
19 min
Epi. 7: My New Normal
Jake Charles talks no politics today. He talks about why divorce rate is increasing all across the world, including Indonesia. And why all your friends are not exactly your friends and what you should do about it and why this new normal is good for everyone. It’s his thoughts, and his thoughts only.
Jul 3, 2020
29 min
Epi 6. Indonesia: PRIDE MONTH EDITION - You ask, We Answer
Pride month, what does it even mean? What is it about? What are you so proud of? What's up with being gay?Jake is answering those questions and more on our new series: You ask, We Answer. Follow us on Instagram: @sleepwithjake for interactions and updates!
Jun 19, 2020
44 min
Epi 5. Indonesia: Black Lives Matter & Papua
It’s 2020, and we’re still talking about racism. Black Lives Matter shook America and the world this year, nations are standing up against systemic racism and brutality by the police force. In Indonesia, Black Lives Matter resonates in a different way. On this episode, Jake will discuss briefly the struggle of our Papuan brothers and sisters, and why it’s important for us to use our voice, no matter how small, to stand up for them. 
Jun 5, 2020
20 min
Epi 4. Tacky Things We Do : Obsession with Foreigners & Locals
The people who love foreigners a little too much Vs. The people who love this country a little too much. On this episode, Jake Charles talks about the tacky things these people do, why it’s given Indonesia such a bad rep and why we should just chill.
May 30, 2020
16 min
Epi 3. Cancel Culture? More like Cancer Culture
Jake dwelves deeper into the modern culture of canceling people. Some people claim it’s a form of social activism, he argues that it’s not, and why it should be called “cancer culture”.  From incidents like Awkarin, to Ferdian, to Indira, on this episode he’ll discuss how cancel culture does not work to make a fairer and just society. 
May 23, 2020
20 min
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