Let's Talk, Singapore

Hands up if you had to do chores as a kid... but here’s the real question: Did your parents ever pay you for it?  Celebrity chef Ayesha Curry, wife of NBA star Steph Curry, recently admitted she paid her 13-year-old daughter and niece $20 to clean the kitchen and living room. And it sparked this age-old parenting debate: should kids be paid for chores, or should they just pitch in...

Do you think beards influence how a man might be perceived by society? Some studies suggest this might be the case. On Breakfast Bites, we dive into the traits that have been commonly associated with beards as well as some surprising world records!   Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek Produced by Emaad Akhtar Edited by Trisha Yeong Photo and music credit: Pixabay & it...

U.S. stocks kicked off September on the back foot, with all three major indexes closing lower as investors weighed rising bond yields and the latest twists in trade policy. Big Tech names like Nvidia, Amazon, and Apple saw declines during regular trading, but Apple and Alphabet rebounded sharply after hours on key legal rulings. Fabien Yip, Market Analyst, IG breaks down what the appeals court&rsq...

SGX CEO Loh Boon Chye marks 10 years at the helm and his recent CEO of the Year award with reflections on a decade of transformation — from an equities-led exchange to a multi-asset global hub. He shares the challenges, surprises, and opportunities ahead for Singapore’s markets, plus the leadership lessons he draws from his passion for safari adventures. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang...

As cities grow denser and lives move faster, the spaces we inhabit are being asked to do more. And sitting right at the intersection of these needs is the design and build industry, shaping environments that influence how we live, work, and feel. Join the Breakfast Show as they invite Oliver Goh, Founder and Managing Director of Ngee Koon to discuss how his team is reimagining the future of interi...

For years, Alibaba has been synonymous with e-commerce. But today, the real story is unfolding in the cloud and in artificial intelligence. With triple-digit AI growth and plans to reduce reliance on foreign chipmakers, Alibaba is now trying to reshape its identity in real time. Join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they look into the catalysts behind Alibaba’s impressive 19% jump in stock price, a...

As the final quarter of the year approaches, performance reviews will soon take centre stage  and for many employees it brings a mix of anticipation and anxiety. The challenge is knowing how to prepare: what evidence of impact to bring to the table, how to align with next year’s priorities, and when it makes sense to raise questions about reskilling or internal moves. Shalynn Ler, Manag...

As Southeast Asia navigates a volatile mix of political unrest and economic uncertainty, investors and policymakers alike are watching developments in Indonesia and Thailand with growing concern. In recent weeks, protests have flared across Indonesia, while Thailand faces fresh political instability following the ouster of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra. Against this backdrop, que...

After 70 years of date nights, family outings, and blockbuster premieres, the lights have gone out at Cathay Cineplexes. Once a cultural icon, the chain is now shuttered for good, dragged down by debt, landlords, and the unstoppable rise of streaming. Join Dan Koh and Emaad Akhtar as they trace Cathay’s final act, the financial struggles of its parent mm2 Asia, and what this means for the fu...

Singapore’s skyline is shaped by cranes, silently powering the city’s infrastructure. Behind these machines is an industry that is competitive, traditional, and in need of innovation. Pollisum Group, founded in 1984, has been part of this backbone for decades. Join the Breakfast Show as they invite Chris Ang, CEO of Pollisum Group to discuss how he transformed a family business, modern...

A woman in Singapore shared a video on Reddit about an older stranger who told her in Chinese "you’re pretty, but fat” while she was buying fishball noodles. She just laughed it off and called it the funniest part of her day; but this has also sparked a debate on whether it is ever acceptable to comment on someone’s weight and appearance. In many parts of Asia, blunt comments are...

When was the last time you penned a letter to a friend or loved one, or anyone for that matter? In this predominantly digital age, the art of authentic letter writing has been lost on many. And that means fewer occurrences of seeing cool handwriting styles. On World Letter Writing Day, we dive into what your handwriting style may indicate about your personality! Maybe it'll rekindle a flame to put...

Political risk is back on the radar in Southeast Asia. Intensifying protests in Indonesia have rattled investor confidence in one of the region’s biggest emerging markets. We’ll unpack how this instability is reverberating through equities, currencies, and investor sentiment. At the same time, all eyes turn to the U.S., where this week’s jobs report could anchor expectations for...

When you swipe a card or tap an app to pay your bills, chances are AXS is behind it. What started as a simple bill-payment kiosk has grown into one of ASEAN’s leading fintech companies. The Breakfast Show invites Jeffrey Goh, Group CEO & Executive Director, AXS Pte Ltd to uncover how he scaled the business, navigated challenges, and redefined digital payments in the region. See omnystudi...

It’s Spotify versus Meta, Dan Koh versus Ryan Huang , and two months of stock suspense. Who rode the market waves better? From shocking earnings twists to AI surprises and user growth stories, tune in to find out who claimed the crown in this friendly but fierce stock battle. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Singapore’s crowded investment platform space, standing out takes more than just low fees or a slick interface. Yaki Razmovich, Managing Director of eToro Singapore and Asia , discusses how the platform is redefining what it means to invest in a connected world. We look at the rise of social investing and the distinct habits of Asian retail investors, to the technologies set to reshape th...

U.S. stocks have surged to fresh records, with the S&P 500 breaking above 6,500 for the first time, powered by resilience in tech and optimism around Fed policy. Nvidia’s blockbuster growth highlights the relentless demand for AI chips, while upward GDP revisions underscore the scale of corporate investment in software and equipment. At the same time, small caps are outperforming as mark...

Every September, Singapore transforms into a playground of speed, spectacle, and culture. But before the engines roar for Formula 1, another stage sets the tone, a festival where music, gaming, sports, and entertainment collide, where ideas spark, careers launch, and moments become legendary. On this episode of Mind Your Business, the Breakfast Show goes behind the scenes with  Jasper Donat,...

In the midst of Nvidia’s latest earnings and the global AI boom, a new contender is making waves in China. Dan Koh and Emaad Akhtar dive into the story of Cambricon Technologies, a homegrown AI chipmaker challenging international giants. From meteoric revenue growth to partnerships with Tencent and ByteDance, they explore how Cambricon is carving its place in the high-stakes AI market, the i...

Another month has come and gone! From Singapore’s SG60 celebrations to Taylor Swift’s engagement and even the surprising Johor quakes, August 2025 was packed with big headlines. Have you been following the news? Let’s see how well you know this month’s big topics.   Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang and Emaad Akhtar Produced and edited by Audrey Siek Photo and music...

"Eat what you want, pay what you can." Several times a year, a restaurant in Mexico City applies this principle for its patrons to ensure that its Michelin-starred dishes are available even to those who wouldn't otherwise have been able to afford them. Listen in to Breakfast Bites to find out more!   Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek Produced by Emaad Akhtar Edited by Da...

A report from impact.com and Cube Asia shows that micro and nano influencers are steadily earning consumer trust, even as bigger creators face skepticism across Southeast Asia. These smaller-scale voices are emerging as powerful partners for brands that want genuine, measurable connections. Adam Furness, Managing Director for APAC at impact.com, unpacks how these shifts are reshaping the rules of...

In this episode of Be In Front , a special series in partnership with KPMG in Singapore, we explore how people are the true differentiator for businesses navigating change. Shelley Chan, Partner of People, Performance and Culture at KPMG in Singapore , shares her journey from Edinburgh to Singapore, and how saying “yes” to opportunities shaped her global perspective. She discusses what...

Obesity treatments are evolving, and one pharmaceutical giant is making headlines with a tiny but mighty pill. Eli Lilly, a company with over 140 years of history in innovation, is stepping into uncharted territory with its oral GLP-1 weight-loss drug, orforglipron—a potential game-changer in a market dominated by injectables. Join Dan Koh and Emaad Akhtar as they tear down the story behind...

Kyle Rodda, Senior Financial Market Analyst at capital.com discusses Nvidia's tepid revenue forecast for the current period, fueling concerns that a massive run-up in artificial intelligence (AI) spending is slowing.  Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.