Live Well with Michelle

Michelle Martin speaks with Arnaud Frade about the rise of “sentient startups” and whether billion-dollar one-person companies could soon emerge - even from Singapore. They explore how entrepreneurs are already using AI beyond productivity. Arnaud also shares lessons from building Athena, his autonomous AI panelist, and explains why blind dependence on AI could become a dangerous trap...

Investors, what if one of Asia’s biggest ageing-investment opportunities is a healthcare problem few people even talk about? Asia’s ageing population is quietly fueling a surge in demand for urology care - and investors may be underestimating the scale of the opportunity In Money and Me we meet the largest medical device company in Southeast Asia Michelle Martin speaks with Wong Y...

We are living longer but what are our options for employment after retirement? Is it really either "just stay home" or volunteer? Michelle Martin explores how an SGX-listed tech company iWOW Technology and global online platform GetSetUp are adding new options for seniors who have only to reach their keyboards for a new way to earn. GetSetUp are banking on older adults training their peers on thei...

Imagine a few thousand consistently deposited into your account, every month for life! Our guest received a letter reminding him this financial instrument he chose 5 years ago, came to fruition with a sweet four figure gain. Listen to this episode to hear how to figure out if putting money in annuity is a smart move. How much can you expect monthly? What are the range of riders involved? What's gu...

Work from your living room and on your own terms? Michelle Martin speaks with Joanne Chen, Founder of Ezhub, about how live commerce is opening new doors people to return to work with flexibility and purpose. Joanne, a single mum with a special needs child,  shares how personal challenges helped grow her business.  TikTok Shop is turning live selling into a serious economic opportunity....

She walked away at the top - so what does freedom really cost? Michelle Martin sits down with Michelle Lee, Founder of Better MoneyEQ, who retired at 35 after a stellar financial advisory career - and chose a radically different relationship with money. They unpack why financial success doesn’t always translate into fulfillment, and what “Money EQ” reveals about our deepest money...

What if the biggest investing mistake today is assuming every dip is a bargain? Michelle Martin explores whether the familiar “buy the dip” strategy still holds in today's market shaped by oil shocks, inflation pressures, and shifting rate expectations. Joined by Brian See Toh, Financial Services Manager at PhillipCapital, the conversation unpacks why today’s pullbacks may be fun...

What if the biggest winners in tech today are the ones spending the most - despite the risks? Big Tech earnings surprise to the upside, but markets pick clear favourites as Alphabet surges while Meta slips on AI spending fears. Microsoft doubles down with a staggering US$190 billion capex plan, while Amazon’s cloud engine keeps delivering strong growth. In Singapore, DBS signals conviction i...

Why do some leaders leave you energised - while others quietly exhaust you? Michelle Martin sits down with Columbia University's Adam Galinsky, author of INSPIRE (The Universal Path for Leading Yourself and Others), to unpack the psychology behind leadership that truly moves people. Drawing on three decades of research, Galinsky explains why inspiration isn’t a personality trait - but a set...

Hospital bills are rising - and now you’re expected to pay more upfront. What does that mean for your financial health? Michelle Martin speaks with Liaw Yit Ming and Lee Hong Huei of Foundation Healthcare Holdings to unpack Singapore’s evolving healthcare financing landscape. With new Integrated Shield Plan rider rules raising out-of-pocket costs, patients are feeling the strain. Is th...

Coffee is hot, soda is fizzing - but is the global consumer stronger than we think? Strong earnings from Starbucks and Coca-Cola suggest demand is holding firm - even as inflation lingers. From affordable indulgences to premium beverages, spending patterns are splitting across income groups. Meanwhile, the OPEC shake-up as the United Arab Emirates signals a potential reset in oil power dynamics. M...

Inflation is squeezing wallets - but could it quietly boost your REIT returns? Michelle Martin sits down with Willie Keng, Founder of Dividend Titan ( https://www.dividendtitan.com/ ), to unpack how rising costs could reshape the financing vehicles that REITS are. From CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust’s strategic pivot to Paragon, to CapitaLand Ascendas Trust’s resilient 6% yield...

What if the biggest threat to AI isn’t competition - but geopolitics? China blocks Meta Platforms’s AI ambitions, reshaping the rules of global tech investment overnight. Meanwhile, OpenAI and Microsoft loosen ties, signalling a new era of AI independence and rivalry. Markets edge higher even as oil surges past US$100, with Middle East tensions back in focus. Corpor...

What if markets are rising not because risks are low - but because investors are underestimating them? Michelle Martin explores the medium-term fallout of a potential Strait of Hormuz disruption and why energy shocks may reshape Asia’s outlook. Despite geopolitical tensions and recession fears, global equities continue to climb—what’s driving this disconnect? We examine Singapore...

Are markets rallying on strength - or simply ignoring the risks building beneath the surface? Big Tech splits into two camps: AI heavyweights like Alphabet, Amazon, Meta and Microsoft pour billions into the future, while Apple doubles down on massive buybacks. Intel shocks markets with its best day in decades, while Nvidia pushes past a staggering $5 trillion valuation milestone. Meanwhile, Morgan...

What if one shipping lane, one IPO, and one CEO change could reshape your portfolio in a significant way? Michelle Martin unpacks three shifts that could redefine risk and opportunity,  From a potential Strait of Hormuz disruption to oil spikes, we explore how energy shocks ripple through inflation, equities and currencies. Then, SpaceX’s IPO buzz meets hard reality as the company flags...

Intel surges, oil spikes, and investors are left asking - is this a turning point or a warning sign? Markets swing between optimism and uncertainty, hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang. From Intel’s blockbuster earnings and triple-digit momentum to Texas Instruments riding the AI wave, semiconductors are back in focus. Oil prices surge past US$100 amid Iran tensions, injecting fresh vo...

Can "One Good Trend" take you to investing success? Michelle Martin sits down with Joey Choy, Speaker at SGX Academy, to learn how to spot high-conviction trends in Singapore stocks. Joey talks about how becoming liable for a client's stock market mistake led him to depression. He realized he might have to sell his home with a newborn in tow. He had to lean on his parents who forked out a half a m...

What if the biggest risk in markets today is not thinking big enough? US markets surge to record highs even as oil spikes past $100, signalling a fragile balance between growth and geopolitical risk. Tesla grabs headlines with a massive $25 billion spending push into AI, robotaxis, and humanoid robotics - despite mixed earnings. Meanwhile, corporate movers from Broadcom to Boeing and Alphabet high...

Beyond ARKX and UFO how can you think of adjacent plays to the space economy? Michelle Martin explores the fast-emerging space economy with Alvin Chow, Co-founder of Dr Wealth. From Alphabet’s billion-dollar stake in SpaceX to Amazon’s aggressive push into satellite internet, the battle for space dominance is intensifying. We separate hype from reality and ask if a big space technology...

Earnings are booming, what does this signal about market sentiment? Michelle Martin and Ryan Huang unpack a split global picture: DFI Retail surges on resilient consumer demand while United Airlines warns of turbulence ahead. REITs like OUE REIT and Keppel REIT show steady income growth, even as investors question sustainability. In the US, Kevin Warsh’s push for a Federal Reserve “reg...

What if walking away from millions is actually the smartest move you’ll ever make? Michelle Martin sits down with Chin Hui Leong, Co-founder of The Smart Investor, to unpack the psychology of selling stocks - and why profits locked in are never a failure. From the painful “could have been” to the discipline of knowing when enough is enough, this episode reframes what success real...

Leadership changes, asset reshuffles and geopolitical tremors - markets are recalibrating in real time. Apple begins a new chapter as Tim Cook hands over to John Ternus, raising big questions about innovation in the AI era. In Singapore, CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust pivots from Asia Square Tower 1 to Paragon, doubling down on scarce Orchard Road assets. Oil spikes on US-Iran tensions whi...

There is a hidden cost to becoming a successful founder and Eldred Wee hopes to save more from paying it. If success feels hollow, this conversation may help you redefine what you’re really working toward Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode dives into the gap between financial success and life goals with Eldred Wee, Founder of Edenity. From closing seven-figure M&A deals to questioni...

War risks flare, markets rally - and a Singapore tycoon takes on global banks in a $1 billion courtroom clash. We unpack the high-stakes lawsuit involving Oxley Holdings, Societe Generale, Credit Suisse, Standard Chartered - and why confidence can make or break billion-dollar ventures. HSBC’s top stock picks spotlight AI, cloud, and pricing power , as investors hunt for the next outperformer...