Live Well with Michelle

When do recurring digestive problems need medical attention? Lance Alexander speaks with  Dr Christopher Chia, Chief of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, and co-lead of the Digestive Health Centre, Woodlands Hospital to discuss common digestive conditions in Singapore, warning signs, fatty liver disease and when to start colorectal cancer screening. They also look at how Woodlands Hospital&rsq...

Supporting ageing parents, raising your own family while planning for your own retirement? Lance Alexander speaks with Gabriel Chen, Senior Deputy Director, Retirement Savings Department at CPF Board to explore how Singapore’s sandwich generation can use CPF to balance family needs, prepare for healthcare expenses and manage housing commitments while protecting their retirement savings. See...

What can grip strength tell us about heart health? Lance Alexander speaks with  Assoc Prof Angela Koh, Director, Cardiovascular Ageing and Longevity (CRANE) Programme, National Heart Centre Singapore to explore Singapore research linking weaker muscle strength to changes in the ageing heart, and whether a simple handgrip test could help identify seniors who need further checks. Learn what a w...

Could the proposed COE changes affect your decision to buy a car in Singapore? Lance Alexander speaks with Ayush Goyal, Managing Director of SingSaver about what buyers should weigh before buying now or waiting, and how to calculate the full cost of ownership - from car loans and motor insurance to maintenance and depreciation. They also explore COE renewal versus replacing an older car, and alter...

Caring for a loved one but unsure where to find help? Lance Alexander speaks with  Christina Tiong, Chief Executive Officer, Home Nursing Foundation & Teo Ying Ying, Head of Social Welfare, Home Nursing Foundation  about Carers Hub, a digital platform bringing together caregiving resources, well-being tools, peer support and a caregiver marketplace. They discuss recognising when you...

If you suddenly lose the ability to manage your finances, can your spouse or children automatically take over? What happens to your bank accounts, investments and ongoing financial commitments? Lance Alexander speaks with Claudia Tan, Financial Services Director at PhillipCapital , about the differences between a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA), CPF nomination and will, the gaps that even well-pre...

Does arthritis mean giving up exercise or facing joint replacement? Lance Alexander speaks with  Dr James Siow, Senior Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, Oxford Orthopaedics , about common types of arthritis in Singapore, misconceptions about ageing and practical ways to care for your joints. Marking World Arthritis Day, they explore the role of family history, whether arthritis can be reversed,...

How could CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust, or CICT, Sheng Siong and Micro-Mechanics fit into an investment portfolio? Lance Alexander speaks with  Chin Hui Leong, Co-founder, The Smart Investor  to examine the case for CICT as a core holding, Sheng Siong for growth and Micro-Mechanics as a speculative pick. Discover the business prospects, key risks and valuation checks retail inv...

Why can rare cancers be difficult to diagnose, and what treatment options are available? Lance Alexander speaks with  Dr Kevin Tay, Senior Consultant Medical Oncologist at OncoCare Cancer Centre , about rare cancers such as sarcoma, the importance of an accurate diagnosis, and when to seek a second opinion. They also discuss specialist care, clinical trials and where patients and families in...

Are lower S-REIT prices a buying opportunity, or a warning? Lance Alexander speaks with Kenny Loh about why Singapore REITs have fallen, whether payouts from CapitaLand Ascendas REIT, Mapletree Industrial Trust and Keppel REIT are sustainable, and whether mergers could improve investor returns. What should retail investors check before buying - or adding to their holdings? See omnystudio.com/liste...

One stock or around 500 companies? Lance Alexander speaks with  Willie Keng, Founder, Dividend Titan , compares Berkshire Hathaway with an S&P 500 ETF, examining historical returns, diversification and risk. Find out what Berkshire shareholders actually own, how Class A and Class B shares differ, and what to consider with S$30,000 to invest. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...

Lance Alexander speaks with Dr Doddabele Srinivasa Deepak, Senior Consultant in Endocrinology at National University Hospital and Heng Boon Ling, Advanced Practice Nurse at NUH, about safer diabetes care - from managing blood sugar in hospital to preparing patients for recovery at home. How does NUH’s SPARK programme identify patients who need earlier intervention? What is HypoBox, and how d...

Why can a high salary still leave you worried about money? Lance Alexander speaks with  Grace Tay, Associate Director, Finexis Advisory about Singapore’s HENRYs - high earners, not rich yet - and why earning well does not automatically mean financial security. They explore how mortgages, lifestyle costs and wealth tied up in property can leave little available for emergencies or retirem...

Lance Alexander speaks with  Karen Wee, Executive Director of Lions Befrienders , about what makes ultra-slow jogging different from walking, and how do organisers assess whether seniors can participate safely? They discuss how the year-long campaign Relay Majulah 2026 aims to support active ageing and tackle social isolation among seniors in Singapore through ultra-slow jogging. How it bring...

Lance Alexander speaks with James Ong, Group Head of Asset Management at CGS International , about what has driven the rally in Singapore’s small and mid-cap stocks - and where value may remain after the gains. From chip industry suppliers AEM and UMS to engineering firm CSE Global and investment platform iFAST , they examine earnings growth, valuations and opportunities beyond the iEdge Sin...

Lance Alexander speaks with  Steven Seah, Chairman, Lions Home , about person-centred dementia care and how understanding someone’s interests, routines and life story can help families and caregivers connect with them. Through examples from Lions Home, they explore ways to spend meaningful time together when conversation becomes difficult, support everyday independence and stay involved...

Lance Alexander speaks with Tim Phillips, Founder, TimTalksMoney about ETF overlap and whether owning several funds really spreads your investment risk. Using VOO and QQQ as examples, they explore how to check shared holdings, calculate your exposure to individual companies and review your portfolio. They also compare dividend ETFs and covered-call ETFs , explaining how these funds generate income...

Is a stiff neck simply muscle tension, or could it point to a more serious problem? Lance Alexander speaks with Dr Teo Ke Jia, Senior Consultant at Precision Neurosurgery Singapore , about the warning signs that should not be ignored, including numbness, weak grip and balance problems. They discuss when neck massage or chiropractic manipulation may be unsuitable, when an MRI is needed, and the tre...

Lance Alexander speaks with Christopher Tan, CEO of Providend , about why CPF LIFE is a strong foundation for retirement income, and when it may not cover everything you need. How do you fund the years before CPF LIFE payouts begin at 65? What happens to household income when one spouse dies? And when might cash or a private annuity help? Christopher explains what to check before deciding whether...

With fresh graduates in Singapore facing a tougher job market, is entrepreneurship a realistic alternative - or a much bigger risk than it appears? Lance Alexander speaks with Adrian Yeo, Director & Co-Founder, Feel Fresh , about choosing entrepreneurship over a full-time job, starting a business with a secondary-school friend and building an oral-care brand without external funding. Adrian sh...

AI stocks have swung sharply between fear and excitement. Is the pullback in chipmakers a buying opportunity, or are investors still expecting too much? Lance Alexander speaks with  Arun Pai, Partner at Monk’s Hill Ventures , about what is driving the volatility and which businesses could face a real threat from AI. They also examine Costco’s latest results and the price inve...

Lance Alexander speaks with  Koh Yan Ping, CEO of the Singapore Council of Women’s Organisations (SCWO) , about the challenges women in Singapore face when returning to work after a career break. Drawing on SCWO’s study, Women and Work Transitions , they examine why women leave the workforce, how employers view gaps in a CV, and why knowing about government support schemes do...

Lance Alexander speaks with Yee Shen Hao, Financial Services Manager and co-founder of The Wealth Stewards Group at PhillipCapital, about how investors should assess the performance of their investment portfolios. Is comparing your returns with the Straits Times Index or S&P 500 always useful? What should you measure beyond headline returns, and how can you tell the difference between nor...

Lance Alexander speaks with Dr Tan Ru San, Senior Consultant, Department of Cardiology, National Heart Centre Singapore (NHCS) , about the critical weeks after a heart attack and why leaving hospital does not mean the danger has passed. Why should LDL cholesterol be checked again within four to six weeks? How low should “bad” cholesterol go, and what happens if a patient is still not m...

Lance Alexander speaks with Cheng Chye Hsern, Head of Investment, Providend , about the US Federal Reserve’s latest interest rate hike and where rates could be heading next. With Singapore T-bill yields rising, should investors be parking more cash in T-bills, what are the risks, and what other options are worth considering? They also examine what higher interest rates mean for Singapor...