CNA938 Rewind

Selling a home is not always about setting the highest asking price. Cheryl Goh speaks with Rhonda Wong, Group CEO and Co-Founder of Ohmyhome to look at the costly mistakes homeowners can make before listing, from overpricing and unnecessary renovations to weak negotiation, and how better pricing, preparation and guidance can help sellers get more from the sale. See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...

Regent Seven Seas Cruises is expanding its wellness offering aboard Seven Seas Prestige, with a new salt room, larger spa and fitness spaces, personalised training and a broader range of treatments and classes. Cheryl Goh finds out how guest expectations are shaping the way wellness is being built into the cruise experience with Lisa Pile, Managing Director for Asia Pacific, Regent Seven Seas Crui...

Seasonal Tastes at The Westin Singapore is back after a S$3 million refresh, with a new look, an expanded international buffet and collaborations with local names including Kway Guan Huat Joo Chiat Popiah and Dove Desserts. Cheryl Goh finds out what has changed, how Westin’s Eat Well philosophy shapes the spread, and what diners can look forward to on Level 32 with James Walkden, General Man...

From premium food and grooming to enrichment classes and specialised activities, some pet owners are spending more than ever on their furkids. Hairianto Diman and Rani Samtani speak to Sharon, Pet Owner, and Dr Emmanuelle Titeux, Veterinary Behavioural Medicine Specialist, Beecroft Animal Specialist & Emergency Hospital, about whether these experiences truly benefit dogs – or if pet pamp...

U.S President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping are set to meet after senior U.S and Chinese officials held eight hours of talks on trade, AI and critical minerals. Hairianto Diman and Rani Samtani speak with Alex Capri, Senior Lecturer, School of Business, NUS and Former Trade Specialist, U.S Treasury Department, to unpack what progress has been made, the sticking points still unresol...

On today's (23 September) markets analysis on Open For Business, Hairianto Diman and Rani Samtani speak with Damian McIntyre, Head of Multi-Asset Solutions, Federated Hermes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

High interest rates and bond yields would normally make gold less attractive, yet prices remain close to historic highs and analysts see further upside. Hairianto Diman and Rani Samtani examine why the traditional relationship is breaking down, what's driving demand and whether gold's bull run still has room to go. For more, they speak with Richard Wang, Country Manager for Singapore, J Rotbart. S...

In ‘Culture Club’, Melanie Oliveiro enters the world of bling with Elad Kirshberg, founder of Dianoche, a natural diamond manufacturer and jewellery retailer. Kirshberg recalls how his diamond career began in China before setting up Dianoche in Singapore. Nitika Sachid, Dianoche’s designer and creative lead explains how she shapes Dianoche’s visual identity. See omnystudio....

Guest: Hu You, Research Analyst, FSMOne Singapore See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From Wednesday (23 September), new regulations governing commuter conduct on buses will kick in - with fines of up to 500 dollars for things like playing loud audio, putting your feet on seats, littering, and eating or drinking. So, where do you draw the line when it comes to behaviour on board? Daniel Martin discusses further with Dr Leong Chan-Hoong, Head of Social Cohesion Research Program...

Singapore’s new Cruise Centre at HarbourFront has been officially launched, with airport-style check-in, automated baggage handling and more. What could the new terminal unlock for travellers, cruise and ferry operators, and Singapore’s tourism sector? Daniel Martin finds out from Jacqueline Tan, CEO, Singapore Cruise Centre. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) is warning of global shocks and AI pullback in its latest Financial Stability Review, but says Singapore firms and households are well-buffered. So, how can our banks and households withstand AI shocks? Daniel Martin finds out from Tay Qi Hang, Senior Analyst (Asia), Economist Intelligence Unit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PCOS has long been associated with fertility, but its effects can extend far beyond reproductive health. Cheryl Goh looks at why the condition is now being reframed as PMOS, and what that could mean for diagnosis, treatment and women’s long-term metabolic health with Dr Vikram Sonawane, Senior Consultant Endocrinologist and Founder of Harmony Thyroid Endocrinology and Diabetes Centre (a memb...

A new parkside café is putting sharing at the centre of both the menu and the space. Cheryl Goh checks out Shared Table, from its Nourish Plate to what diners are looking for beyond a good meal with Jerls Su, co-founder of Shared Table. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does stepping away from work to care for family mean for a woman’s income, career progression and long-term financial security? Cheryl Goh looks at the cost of career breaks, the challenges of returning to work, and what could make re-entry easier with Koh Yan Ping, CEO of the Singapore Council of Women's Organisations (SCWO). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Men and women may differ in strength, muscle composition, hormones, anatomy and recovery but do those differences mean they should train differently? Elakeyaa Selvaraji and Hairianto Diman ask Dr Dex Khor, General Practitioner, Little Haven Family Clinic, and Sarah Widjaja, Personal Trainer & National Powerlifter, whether women really need different workouts and which fitness myths need to go....

Singapore's labour market continues to grow and unemployment remains low, but retrenchments have hit their highest level since 2020, vacancies are falling and displaced workers are taking longer to find new roles. Elakeyaa Selvaraji and Hairianto Diman unpack the conflicting signals – why the labour market is softening despite continued employment growth, which workers are most exposed...

On today's (22 Sep) markets analysis on Open For Business, Elakeyaa Selvaraji and Hairianto Diman speak with Homin Lee, Senior Macro Strategist, Lombard Odier. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Insurance policies with an investment component can provide both protection and potential returns, but consumers need to understand what is – and isn't – guaranteed. Elakeyaa Selvaraji and Hairianto Diman explain what consumers should ask before committing, from guaranteed versus projected returns to fees, surrender penalties and adviser remuneration. For more, they speak with Cassandr...

Guest: Mark Chua, Head, Investment Science, Maybank Asset Management See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Mid-Autumn Festival is just around the corner, and if you’re buying mooncakes this year, what are you looking out for? Taste and price perhaps, but what about how much you buy, or the packaging it comes in? Daniel Martin discusses further with KC Cheang, Executive Director, Singapore Environment Council. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The haze has had many of us taking extra precautions. But if you have pets at home, should you be taking extra precautions for them too? Daniel Martin finds out from Dr Cathy Chan, Co-Founder and Head Veterinarian of The Animal Doctors and Vice-President of Singapore Veterinary Association. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In ‘Culture Club’ Melanie Oliveiro speaks with mountaineer, corporate innovator & entrepreneur Jane Lee who discusses her memoir “Small Steps to Big Summits”.  Lee describes the life experiences that came with leading the Singapore Women's Everest Team, and how her book explores resilience, management principles , and finding meaning through setbacks. See omnystudi...

How can play create meaningful time together for families facing difficult circumstances? AIRZONE and The Salvation Army have teamed up to make play more accessible while supporting families affected by parental incarceration. Cheryl Goh finds out how the partnership came together and what it has meant for the families involved with Sam Chiu, CEO of AIRZONE, and Captain Tan Bee Yit, Regional Offic...

Po at The Warehouse Hotel is opening a new chapter with a refreshed menu that puts a modern spin on Peranakan cooking while keeping its roots firmly in tradition. Cheryl Goh speaks with Fredric Goh, Head Chef of Po at Warehouse Hotel find out how family recipes, labour-intensive dishes and playful new ideas come together in dishes from buah keluak pork jowl and nasi ulam to jackfruit rendang and P...