The Building Financial Fitness Podcast with Junus Eu

Jeremy Tan, Singapore's first "bitcoin candidate," joins us to break down why Singaporeans are obsessed with money, whether the CPF is really your best bet, and how Bitcoin fits into your investment portfolio. We dive deep into rising property prices, the challenging job market, and why beating inflation is harder than ever. But beyond the doom and gloom, Jeremy reveals where real opportunities li...

Ever feel like the world of investing is just one big "rat race"? In this episode, we’re joined by Laurent Lequen, the mastermind behind The Macro Butler, to break down how anyone can achieve "FU money" through simple portfolio allocation.  Forget the hype of meme coins and lottery-style trading; Laurent shares his "boring" but effective strategy based on the Permanent Portfolio. We div...

What does it really take to juggle a growing business, two kids, and a family budget all at once? In this episode, we sit down with Beatrice Liu, founder of Oriental Remedies Group, who went from a decade in corporate to launching her own business three months into her pregnancy. Beatrice gets real about building financial safety nets early, why she's never been afraid to dial back her lifestyle e...

What if the thing that lights you up is actually the key to your career? In this episode, we sit down with Puay San, co-founder of Keshet Agritech, who spent 20 years in banking before making a bold pivot into the world of food and agriculture. She shares why she doesn't see her banking career as a detour but as the foundation that led her to her true purpose. We get into the "food coma" problem n...

What does it actually take to go from zero to winning against the big guys? Christina Tan, founder of Sales Symphony, is back with Junus to share the raw, real lessons she's picked up across decades in sales. She gets into why SME salespeople have a secret edge over their MNC counterparts, how doing everything yourself is actually the best training ground, and why cross-industry thinking might be...

The world feels chaotic right now, and your portfolio might be feeling it too. In this episode, we sit down with macro analyst Laurent Lequeu to cut through the noise and figure out where smart money should be going in 2026. We talk about why gold and precious metals are having a moment, why real estate might not be the safe bet Singaporeans think it is, and how to think about energy producers vs....

From a childhood marked by financial hardship to financial independence at 35, Jeremy Tan’s journey has been anything but typical. In 2025, he stepped into the political arena as an independent candidate and delivered the strongest showing by an independent in 53 years. In this episode, we unpack comparison culture, lifestyle creep, and why real freedom is more about clarity than flexing. Je...

Kicking off 2026 with a simple truth: health is wealth. In this episode, we sit down with Beatrice Liu, CEO and co founder of Oriental Remedies, a modern TCM clinic group, to talk about what she’s seeing in clinics today. Think brain fog, poor sleep, chronic stress, and high performing professionals stuck in survival mode. From sleep and stress to strength training and micro habits, the conv...

In 2026, what if the real measure of wealth is not a bank balance, but health? In this episode of Building Financial Fitness , Keshet Agritech co-founder Puay San’s journey from wealth management into food and agriculture sparks a broader look at how modern food has changed, why convenience and shelf life often come before nutrition, and what that means for our energy, health, and ability to...

Sales is no longer just a job. In 2026, it is a life skill whether you like it or not. In this episode of the Building Financial Fitness Podcast, Junus sits down with Chief Sales Orchestrator Christina for a candid conversation that strips sales down to what it really is. They explore how we are constantly influencing, persuading, and advocating for ourselves in ways we rarely notice, especially a...

What do waiting tables, running errands, and random side jobs have to do with long term success? In this episode of Building Financial Fitness , we chat with Zen about how menial work shaped his mindset, character, and approach to life. Despite doing well academically, Zen took on all kinds of jobs from a young age, not just for pocket money, but to learn what he enjoyed, what he wanted to avoid,...

What is a realistic roadmap to a million dollars? This episode of Building Financial Fitness features FIRE blogger and YouTuber Chris Ng in a candid conversation about what building wealth really looks like today. From breaking down the numbers behind the first million to questioning whether that goal still makes sense, the focus is on realistic and achievable paths to financial freedom. It also t...

What does it mean to teach kids about money when they grow up in comfort and rarely see real scarcity? In this insightful episode, school owner and entrepreneur John Fearon shares how he helps his children build financial confidence, understand value, and develop the courage to take risks in a rapidly changing world. He reflects on the different ways children learn, the importance of letting them...

How do you figure out money once you are sharing life with someone? Estate planner and Money Maverick Founder, Luke Ho joins us for a fun and honest chat about what really changes when you go from dating to married life. As Luke puts it, “You can be great with finances, but marriage forces you to rethink what really matters.” He talks about why open money conversations before the weddi...

Can investing abroad be about more than just returns? In this episode of Building Financial Fitness ,  Junus Eu speaks with Zen , co-founder of Graceland Family Residences in Chiang Mai. Once an engineer in Silicon Valley, Zen shares how he and his wife built a thriving family-focused community from the ground up. Discover how Singaporeans can invest overseas with clarity and confidence by fo...

What really happens after you hit your financial freedom goal? In this candid conversation, returning guest Chris Ng shares the surprising reality behind early retirement. It is not just about managing your portfolio. It is also about managing your identity, happiness, and sense of purpose. Chris breaks down the logic behind the popular withdrawal rules, what can derail them, and why psychological...

Ever wondered what it is really like to build a business from zero and make it profitable?  In this episode , John Fearon looks back on his journey from early internet ventures to running international schools, sharing the moments that pushed him, the tough calls he had to make, and the mindset that carried him through years of uncertainty. He talks about bank balances that swung dramatically...

Don’t ghost your family. In this episode of Building Financial Fitness , Junus chats with Luke Ho, creator of Money Maverick and estate planner, about what really happens when you leave no plan behind. From HDB headaches to default rules that split assets in unexpected ways, Luke reveals how easily things can go wrong and how to fix them before they do. Luke shares real stories of family ten...

What does it really take to have grit in a world that’s changing fast? In this episode of Building Financial Fitness , Junus chats with Dong Wenhao, founder of Smilie.io, about staying resilient, curious, and grounded when life gets tough. Wenhao shares how growing up as an outsider shaped his drive and why he believes anyone can “build their own chair” when opportunities feel li...

Ever wondered how AI can actually help you invest better? In this episode of Building Financial Fitness , Junus sits down with Ming Feng , founder of Trading Key , to talk about how artificial intelligence is changing the game for everyday investors. Ming shares how his team uses AI to turn years of complex financial data into simple, useful insights that anyone can understand. He also opens up ab...

What would you do if you suddenly had to care for the person who once cared for you? At just 24, Eric Lim found himself in that spot when his father collapsed at the void deck. Overnight, he became a caregiver, juggling hospital visits, uni deadlines, and the emotional ups and downs of looking after a parent. In this episode of Building Financial Fitness , we chat about the real cost of caregiving...

What happens when artificial intelligence starts trading crypto for us? In this episode of Building Financial Fitness, Junus chats with Dr. Serkan Toto about how AI is shaking up the world of digital currencies. They talk about trading bots that never sleep, how AI could make investing easier for everyone, and what happens when too many people start trusting machines with their money. They also di...

If you could give your teenage self one piece of money advice, what would it be? In this episode of Building Financial Fitness , Wenhao , serial entrepreneur and founder of Smilie.io , shares how dropping out of school (twice!) set him on a path to building businesses across Asia. “The earlier you understand that you’re not a slave to the dollar, and the money is slave to you, the happ...

In this episode of Building Financial Fitness , host Junus Eu chats with Ming Feng , ex-head of Seedly and now CEO of TradingKey , about how our investment habits evolve through different stages of life. From first paychecks to family planning and retirement goals, Ming shares how shifting priorities and market trends influence the way we invest. He talks about balancing risk and stability with hi...

Poor sleep doesn’t just leave you tired — it can drain your wallet, hurt your career, and strain your relationships. In this episode of the Building Financial Fitness Podcast , Junus chats with Eric Lim, Certified MBSR (Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction) Teacher and co-founder of Somnus Sleep Wellness, about the hidden costs of sleep deprivation. As Eric puts it, “Sleep is not a...