Let's Talk, Singapore

Cape Verde stunned tournament favourites Spain - holding them to a 0-0 draw in the World Cup opener. Could that serve as inspiration for an island-nation like Singapore too? Minister Edwin Tong weighs in on The Final Score together Neil and Raushan! Join Neil Humphreys & Zia-ul Raushan - LIVE every weekday at 6.50am for The Final Score only on Let's Talk Singapore | Weekdays 6-10am See omnystu...

Can Minister Edwin Tong crack the clues? In this edition of Singapore Unboxed, Let’s Talk, Singapore puts him in the hot seat before revealing Singapore's FIFA World Cup 2026 community screenings. We also chat about football memories, kampung spirit and why some moments are simply meant to be shared. Join Neil Humphreys & Audrey Siek - LIVE every Tuesday & Thursday at 8am for Singapo...

He's usually the one answering questions in Parliament... But this time,  Edwin Tong , Minister for Law and Second Minister for Home Affairs, answers yours. In this special segment, listeners take charge with questions ranging from football and community to personal stories and guilty pleasures. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Modern fathers are expected to do it all. But are expectations growing faster than support? Let’s Talk, Singapore and Minister for Law and Second Minister for Home Affairs Edwin Tong speak to Yuen Chee Onn, Chief Advocate at the Centre for Fathering , about masculinity, fatherhood and the invisible struggles many dads carry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A viral flower exhibition has sparked a much bigger conversation. From concert tickets and collectibles to limited-edition merchandise, it seems like almost everything can end up on the resale market these days. Have Singaporeans become too quick to buy things just to flip them for profit? Is scalping simply smart business or is it making it harder for genuine fans to enjoy the things they love? B...

He's usually the one asking the questions, but this time, the spotlight is on Benjamin 'Miyagi' Lee . Listeners get to know the man behind the mic in this special edition of Ask Benjamin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore imports more than 90% of its food, and the country's ambitious 30 by 30 food goal has now been revised. Was the target unrealistic from the start, or are we asking the wrong questions about food security? Let’s Talk, Singapore invites William Haandrikman, Managing Director Fairmont Singapore and Swissôtel The Stamford and Crystal Low, CEO of Boon Teck to unpack the realities...

For generations of Singaporean men, National Service has been a rite of passage. But in a world that’s changing faster than ever, posing the question if two years is still the right amount of time. Could NS be shorter? Should it stay exactly as it is? Or is the real value of NS about more than just the number of months served? We revisit one of Singapore’s favourite kopi tiam debates a...

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is in full flow, as the group stages games come thick and fast. And it was Daichi Kamada who was the man of the hour - rescuing a point late on for Japan in their Group F opener. So, which team will go further in the tournament - Netherlands or the Blue Samurais? Join Neil Humphreys & Zia-ul Raushan - LIVE every weekday at 6.50am for The Final Score only on Let's Talk S...

She’s interviewed athletes, hosted live broadcasts and helped grow Singapore’s sports media scene. Now, it’s her turn to face the questions.  Join Kelly Latimer, TV presenter and partner at The Sports Arina  for a candid and fun conversation driven entirely by you. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

No scripts. No game plan. Just your questions. Sports presenter Colette Wong steps into the hot seat as we put your burning questions to her. Expect candid stories, surprising answers and a peek behind the curtain of life as one of Singapore's most recognisable sports broadcasters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recent theft cases involving domestic helpers have sparked difficult conversations in Singapore. But with more than 300,000 foreign domestic workers caring for children, elderly parents and households every day, how should trust and boundaries coexist? From handing over house keys to relying on them for childcare, where should families draw the line between trust, responsibility and oversight? And...

For generations of football fans, it has been the ultimate dream: seeing Singapore compete on the biggest stage in world football. But with the gap between regional hopefuls and global powerhouses growing wider, how realistic is that ambition today? We speak to former Singapore international and coach Shasi Kumar about the state of local football, what needs to change, and whether a World Cup appe...

University fees, phone bills, transport, even that daily coffee run — at what point should young adults start footing the bill for themselves? While some parents see financial independence as an important life lesson, others believe supporting their children for longer sets them up for success. Colette Wong, Singaporean TV host, and Sports Anchor joins Let's Talk, Singapore as a special gues...

Mexico got the World Cup party started as the co-hosts beat South Africa 2-0 - in a pulsating opener that saw THREE red cards. So does this now set the the tone for the tournament? Deepanraj Ganesan joins Neil and Raushan from Mexico City to tell us more! Join Neil Humphreys & Zia-ul Raushan - LIVE every weekday at 6.50am for The Final Score only on Let's Talk Singapore | Weekdays 6-10am See o...

This week on Singapore Unboxed, we're looking at a long-awaited animated sequel that's reconnecting audiences with some very familiar characters. While kids may be meeting them for the first time, plenty of adults are discovering they're just as excited for the movie as their children. We're also exploring why childhood favourites continue to dominate the box office, how family entertainment has e...

With Pangdemonium set to close at the end of 2026, questions are being asked about the future of the arts in Singapore.  Actors Zachary Pang and Coco Wang Ling discuss whether Singaporeans can still build meaningful careers in the arts, how audience attitudes are changing, and what gives them hope for the next generation of creatives. Kelly Latimer, TV presenter and partner at The Sports Arin...

It’s one of the fastest-growing sports in Singapore, but not everyone is a fan of the distinctive pop-pop-pop sound coming from the courts. As pickleball continues to attract players of all ages, complaints about noise are also becoming more common in some communities. So is the sport getting an unfair reputation, or is pickleball really louder than it needs to be? We serve up both sides of...

Finalists in 2022 and champions of the world twice, will front runners France - led by the mercurial Kylian Mbappe - rise to the occasion to rule the roost at the 2026 FIFA World Cup? If not them, then who? The Final Score sets the scene ahead of the BIG kick-off! Join Neil Humphreys & Zia-ul Raushan - LIVE every weekday at 6.50am for The Final Score only on Let's Talk Singapore | Weekday...

As Singaporeans, we’ve got plenty of traits that unite us. But an unusual one that many of us are probably guilty of has got to be the issue of ‘complaining’. Just recently, power washing artist Marcus Pang went viral after he was reported for creatively cleaning sections of dirty concrete by an SMRT train staff. That’s even as the police confirmed he had done nothing illeg...

The illegal clearing of saplings at Lower Peirce sparked outrage across Singapore. But beyond the headlines lies a deeper question: Have Singaporeans truly become more invested in nature, or do we only notice our greenery when it's threatened? N. Sivasothi, Senior lecturer at the NUS Dept of Sciences AKA "Otterman” joins Let’s Talk, Singapore, as they explore conservation, citizen stew...

The holiday might be amazing, the sights unforgettable and the food delicious but for many Singaporeans, there comes a point when the cravings kick in. Maybe it's chicken rice, prata, laksa or just a proper kopi. So how long can you survive overseas before you start dreaming about local food? And what is the first thing you eat when you land back in Singapore? See omnystudio.com/listener for priva...

Everyone loves an underdog story. France in 1998. South Korea in 2002. Morocco 2022. So who will surprise as at the FIFA World Cup in 2026? Could Mo Salah's Egypt be one of the dark horses? Or even Asian powerhouses Japan?  Join Neil Humphreys & Zia-ul Raushan - LIVE every weekday at 6.50am for The Final Score only on Let's Talk Singapore | Weekdays 6-10am See omnystudio.com/listener for...

This week on Singapore Unboxed, we're diving into a collaboration that's bringing together two global obsessions: food and sport. Expect exclusive collectibles, limited-edition merchandise, special experiences and plenty of fans trying to complete a full set before it disappears. We also dive into other exciting experiences, promotions and activities happening around Singapore this World Cup seaso...

From awkward conversations with grandparents to struggling to order food in anything other than English, many Singaporeans have a complicated relationship with their mother tongue. Some use it every day, while others only dust it off during family gatherings or festive seasons. So how important is being able to speak your mother tongue and what do we gain or lose when it starts to fade from everyd...