Let's Talk, Singapore

After initially dismissing rectal bleeding as piles, Sheikh Haikel was eventually diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer that had spread to his liver.  He joins Let’s Talk, Singapore with his wife Anna Belle Francis to talk about what happened, how their family navigated the diagnosis and treatment, and what his experience can teach us about listening to our bodies and seeking medical atte...

You check the receipt and realise you've been charged more than you should have. Do you go back and ask for your money, let it go because it's only a few dollars, or wonder if it's even worth the hassle? We ask what you'd do, and whether there's a minimum amount that's worth chasing. Join Neil Humphreys & Audrey Siek LIVE every weekday at 7.05am for Breakfast Bites. See omnystudio.com/listener...

Singapore Airlines and Scoot have extended cancellations of flights to the Middle East until December as the geopolitical situation remains volatile. For Singapore, the concerns go beyond disrupted travel. As a global aviation and business hub, how exposed are we when conflict escalates elsewhere? Could heightened tensions increase the risk of terrorism or other security threats here? How safe is...

Linda Ong and Johnson Loo lost their daughter Natasha to DIPG, a rare and aggressive childhood brain tumour, when she was just seven years old. After travelling overseas in search of clinical trials and treatment options, the family eventually turned their grief into action by co-founding DIPG Alliance. They join Let’s Talk, Singapore to share Natasha's story, their search for hope, the real...

From restaurants and hotels to online shopping, reviews shape many of the choices we make. But as fake reviews become more common, are you starting to trust them less? We discuss how much confidence you still have in online ratings, and whether they're becoming harder to believe. Join Neil Humphreys & Audrey Siek LIVE every weekday at 7.05am for Breakfast Bites. See omnystudio.com/listener for...

It’s the question football fans are asking themselves in Singapore. If Manchester City’s titles are taken away, should they be scrapped or given to the clubs that finished second? Would Liverpool, Manchester United and Chelsea supporters want tarnished trophies so many years later? And would the players want the medals? It’s a heated discussion in the football community right now...

Singapore’s public transport fares will rise by 7% from 26 December, with adult commuters paying 12 to 13 cents more per bus or train journey. But beyond the fare hike itself, there is a bigger question to unpack… how much should Singaporeans actually pay for public transport? Let’s Talk, Singapore looks at why fares are rising, who bears the cost, how much the Government subsid...

You’ve just bought your food, taken a few bites and then… oops, it’s on the floor. Would you expect the stall or restaurant to replace it, ask nicely but not expect anything, or simply accept that it’s your own problem? Let's Talk, Singapore put this everyday dining dilemma to the Breakfast Bites test. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Being a professional clown might sound like a joke, but for Vivien Goh, it's been a career spanning more than three decades. Better known as Sweetheart the Clown, she shares how she stumbled into the profession in 1995 and went on to build her own entertainment company, Zephyhdom. Together with Let’s Talk, Singapore, they explore what professional clowning actually involves, the art of ventr...

Neil Humphreys and Zia-ul Raushan predicted a victory for the Singapore Lions against Malaysia. Audrey Siek went with a draw. In the end, they were all wrong. Nobody expected the Lions to get hammered 6-0 - their worst defeat against their Causeway rivals at senior level since 1978. In a candid interview, Coach Gavin Lee explains what went wrong. Meanwhile, will Audrey continue to ‘stand by...

You might know the answer. But can you get it right quickly? You might have a great idea. But can you convince your team?  Let’s Talk, Singapore explores an experience where different challenges put knowledge, reactions, strategy and teamwork to the test. Join Neil Humphreys & Audrey Siek LIVE every Tuesday and Thursday at 8.15am for Singapore Unboxed. See omnystudio.com/listener fo...

What if one of the biggest pressures facing parents is something money cannot buy:  time and energy? Singapore is putting more support behind families, from greater financial help and cheaper preschool to more childcare leave. But amid the latest push to make parenthood more manageable, are we paying enough attention to how exhausted parents actually are? On We Are Family! , Elysa Chen, Execu...

They look like shopping sites, dating apps or social media platforms, but they're not real. So-called "dopamine sites" are designed to simulate addictive online experiences, keeping users clicking without offering anything tangible in return. We ask whether they're a clever form of entertainment or another example of our growing dependence on instant gratification. Join Neil Humphreys & Audrey...

As the Singapore Lions prepare to face off against Causeway rivals Malaysia in their must-win clash in the FIFA Asean Cup,, Neil Humphreys asks former Lions Daniel Bennett and Lionel Lewis - and Singapore football fans -  to  explain why Singapore-Malaysia matches are always so special. Meanwhile, Zia-ul Raushan sits down with Lions star Safuwan Baharudin to preview the FIFA ASEAN Cup bl...

A 30-year-old man allegedly created an AI image of a crocodile at Pandan Reservoir, triggering a real-world response that saw water activities suspended and public resources deployed. As AI makes convincing fakes easier than ever to create, are we taking enough responsibility for what we put into the world? Should there be a higher barrier to using AI generation tools, and if you create something...

A cracked facade, water seepage or falling concrete can emerge years after a condominium is completed. But by then, the developer or contractor responsible may no longer exist, leaving Management Corporation Strata Title (MCSTs) with limited options and potentially millions of dollars in repair costs. So when defects emerge long after the keys have been handed over, who is legally responsible, how...

You love sushi. Your partner can't stand it. Rather than arguing over where to eat, some couples are choosing to go their separate ways at mealtimes. We discuss whether "food divorce" is a sign of modern relationships becoming more flexible, or whether eating together is something worth holding on to. Join Neil Humphreys & Audrey Siek LIVE every weekday at 7.05am for Breakfast Bites. See omnys...

Loh Kean Yew has made his baby boy - and his country - proud at the Asian Games. The Singaporean shuttler also made history in different ways.  He’s the first Singaporean to reach an Asiad badminton final. He lost the men’s singles Thailand’s world No. 1 Kunlavut Vitidsarn, but that means that neither China nor Indonesia were represented in the final for the first time.&nbsp...

A simple pile of bricks, a little imagination and a race against the clock. Let’s Talk, Singapore uncover a free weekend activity where kids can get hands-on and build their very own LEGO race car at participating Toys“R”Us outlets across Singapore, running every weekend until 25 October. Join Neil Humphreys & Audrey Siek LIVE every Tuesday and Thursday at 8.15am for Singapor...

Perry Ng was born in Liverpool. He was a British citizen. But he had a Singaporean grandfather and lots of Singaporean family still here.  Last week, he received his Singapore citizenship. And he could play for the Lions at the Asian Cup. Lions legend Aleksandar Đuric told Neil Humphreys why Perry Ng will be a great addition to Singapore football. Join Neil Humphreys & Zia-ul Raushan - LI...

He left SIA to become a stay-home Dad  Nicholas Sim spent almost a decade flying with Singapore Airlines before leaving to become the primary caregiver for his son while his wife continued flying.  Let’s Talk, Singapore speaks to him about the exhaustion, financial realities, changing relationship dynamics and why being a stay-home dad is far from the easy life some people imagine....

You spent a lot of money on someone you were dating. Holidays, gifts, maybe even helped pay for something big. Then the relationship ends. Can you ask for your money back, or should you accept that it's gone? Join Neil Humphreys & Audrey Siek LIVE every weekday at 7.05am for Breakfast Bites. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A woman went viral after calling out a man who appeared to expect her to give up her MRT seat for his wife, despite being seated himself. It raises a bigger question about everyday courtesy: when does expecting others to be considerate cross over into entitlement? From giving up seats to holding lifts and giving way, we discuss how much consideration we should really expect from the people ar...

Singapore is home to one of Formula 1’s most famous races, but what does it actually take for a young Singaporean to become a racing driver? At just 16, Kareen Kaur has already progressed from karting to Formula 4 and recently participated in the F1 Academy Rookie Test in Spain. Let’s Talk, Singapore invites Kareen on the show to discuss how she discovered motorsport at nine, the train...

Whether you've given up meat completely or are simply trying to eat less of it, finding suitable food can be easier in some places than others. We discuss how Singapore stacks up, what it's like eating out, and whether enough options are available. Join Neil Humphreys & Audrey Siek LIVE every weekday at 7.05am for Breakfast Bites. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.