Let's Talk, Singapore

The idea of manifestation has picked up in recent years: If you believe, think positive and put the energy out in the world, you can achieve that goal. And in recent times, there is a viral trend on Tiktok all about manifesting money. Sounds nice, right? But is there any truth to this? What’s a healthy balance? Audrey and Ryan discuss how experts view this trend, and about how the best way t...

China’s Communist Party is holding its Fourth Plenum, a key meeting that will shape the country’s next five-year plan and guide economic priorities through 2030. With growth slowing, a deepening property downturn, and renewed trade uncertainty, how will policymakers keep the recovery on track? Heng Koon How, Head of Markets Strategy at UOB , joins us to discuss China’s outlook, t...

The Dow hit a record high on strong earnings from Coca-Cola, 3M, and General Motors, even as the S&P 500 and Nasdaq struggled to follow through. Is this a sign that the market’s rally is starting to broaden, or just another short-lived rebound?  Frank Cappelleri, Founder and President of CappThesis, unpacks the latest technical signals — from improving market breadth to bullis...

Singapore’s F&B industry has always been vibrant, but also unforgiving. Costs are up, margins are down, and the market has never been more competitive. The Breakfast Show speaks with Chef Houssein Hafian Rodriguez , the mind behind Asador and Mamma Mia Focaccia, on how he’s learned to adapt, diversify, and rethink what makes a restaurant work in today’s environment. See omnys...

When AWS went dark, the internet blinked. A single network glitch took out apps, games, and entire websites, all powered by Amazon Web Services. Dan Koh and Ryan Huang find out what caused Amazon’s biggest outage in years, how it’s shaking investor confidence, and what it means for the trillion-dollar cloud race. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singaporeans are really getting into resale - topping the region in secondhand furniture purchases on Carousell. That’s a big shift from just a few years ago, when “second-hand” still had a bit of a stigma. What's the psychology behind this boom? Audrey and Ryan chat about the thrill of the find, decluttering our minds and the push for sustainability.   Presented by Audrey S...

Next week’s 47th ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur — the largest in the bloc’s history — will bring together over 12,000 delegates and global leaders including President Donald Trump, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, and Singapore’s Prime Minister Lawrence Wong. Behind the diplomacy lies an invisible web of encrypted communications managing more than 500 meetings in re...

US stocks kicked off the week on a strong note, buoyed by optimism over a possible end to the government shutdown and anticipation ahead of key earnings and inflation data. Dilin Wu, Research Strategist, Pepperstone unpacks what’s driving market confidence, why Wall Street is rallying even as Asian markets lag, and how easing US–China trade tensions could shape the next phase for inves...

Across Southeast Asia, burnout and attrition are straining healthcare systems even as AI promises relief. Yet most tools still miss the mark. The Breakfast Show invites Dr Nelson Lau, Co-founder and CEO of HealthBridge AI , to share how clinician-led innovation is bridging that gap with JarvisMD, an AI copilot that automates clinical notes and gives doctors more time for patients. See omnystudio.c...

The world’s biggest retailer just entered the chat. Walmart’s partnership with OpenAI could change how we shop, talk, and buy, all in one conversation. Find out with Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they find out what this means for margins, competition, and the future of retail. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singtel’s Australian subsidiary, Optus, has faced a series of service disruptions and regulatory scrutiny in recent months putting its crisis communications and brand management to the test. As the company works to rebuild confidence among customers and regulators, attention has turned to how it has handled public messaging and stakeholder engagement. Lars Voedisch, Founder & Group CEO o...

What was the longest time you’ve waited in line for something? Or better yet, have you ever joined a long queue… without even knowing what it was for? In Singapore, queueing isn’t just something we do, it’s practically a national sport. The average person says 15 minutes is their limit for standing in line, but many admit they’ve waited far longer if the stall is fam...

Not every creator story is about overnight success - some are about persistence, purpose, and playing the long game. Gaddiel See, Founder of OwnYourCourt, basketball content creator and a basketball community builder talks about growing a basketball brand from scratch, navigating the ups and downs of social media, and finding fulfilment beyond the numbers. For anyone chasing a dream in the creator...

Global markets have seen plenty of ups and downs this year, but optimism remains about where things are headed.  Andy Budden, Investment Director at Capital Group, shares how investors can build resilient portfolios by balancing equities and bonds. We discuss why many Singaporeans are still holding cash, whether waiting for the “right time” to invest is a mistake, and what to look...

US stocks fell overnight, snapping earlier gains as fresh concerns over bad loans at regional banks reignited fears about the health of the financial system. Add to that renewed US-China trade tensions and investors are retreating to safe havens. Kyle Rodda,  Senior Financial Market Analyst at capital.com unpacks what’s behind the market jitters, why financial stocks are under pressure,...

From Singapore’s hawker delights to even music and dance around the world, we will be taking a tasty, global tour as the world marks the Day of Intangible Cultural Heritage! Kaya toast, anyone?   Presented by Audrey Siek & Ryan Huang  Produced by Audrey Siek Edited by Trisha Yeong Photo and music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors See omnystudio.com/li...

Another year, another fare hike, and this time, Singapore’s buses and trains are getting a little more expensive to keep the wheels turning. But while the headlines focus on commuter costs, investors are watching what the move means for ComfortDelGro’s profits, policy risk, and dividend potential. Dan Koh and Audrey Siek find out what the change means for ComfortDelGro’s earnings...

Singapore is staking its claim as a hub for deep tech and sustainable innovation. Rony Palathinkal, Head of the Urban SustaInnovator at SMU IIE, joins us to chat about the accelerator’s mission to scale breakthrough startups, connect them with global mentors, and empower the next generation of tech talent.  Produced, presented and edited by Audrey Siek See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

Super-apps aren’t dead, they’re evolving. Across Southeast Asia, consumers are blurring the lines between chat, commerce, and community. As the region’s digital economy expands, messaging platforms are emerging as the new super-apps, leaner, local, and built around trust. In this episode of Mind Your Business, Audrey Siek speaks with David Tse, Senior Director for APAC at Rakuten...

As tensions between the US and China spill beyond chips and tariffs, shipyards are now caught in the crossfire. Hanwha Ocean, one of South Korea’s biggest maritime players, has found itself at the center of fresh sanctions targeting its US-linked subsidiaries, sending its shares tumbling and investors scrambling to gauge the impact. Dan Koh and Ryan Huang find out what this means for the com...

Think AI will always make your work life easier? Think again. Audrey and Ryan unpack the phenomenon of workslop — shiny, fast, AI-generated work that looks impressive but often lacks substance. From wasted time and lost productivity to annoyed colleagues, we explore the hidden costs of over-relying on AI. Presented by Audrey Siek & Ryan Huang  Produced by Audrey Siek Edited by Trish...

Steve Sosnick, Chief Strategist, Interactive Brokers reviews a day of mixed signals in the markets as the S&P 500 fluctuated amid renewed U.S.-China trade tensions, including recent disputes over soybean and cooking oil exports. We break down how President Trump’s comments affected investor sentiment and take a closer look at the banking sector's better-than-expected earnings reports. Pl...

It’s been another eventful month for markets - rom renewed U.S.–China trade tensions rattling commodities to growing warnings of a bubble in AI stocks. The IMF has also flagged new risks to global growth even as labor markets remain resilient. Vasu Menon, Managing Director of Investment Strategy at OCBC Bank breaks down what all this means for investors. We discuss the ripple effects o...

Singapore’s wellness economy is booming, but so is confusion. From superfoods to supplements, consumers are spending more than ever on health solutions that often rely on guesswork. Globally, the wellness market is worth US$6.3 trillion, and by 2028 it’s expected to hit US$9 trillion. Yet many of us still don’t know what actually works for our bodies. In this episode of Mind Your...

A record-breaking IPO, a 50 percent jump, and a market cap that just overtook its parent. Join  Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they take a spin to learn what this listing says about India’s consumer boom, and whether LG India can keep the momentum. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.