Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong

Geylang International are undeniably the hottest team in the Singapore Premier League right now. Riding a 3-match winning streak and boasting a league-high 63 goals in just 17 games, they remain within striking distance of the big-spending leaders, Lion City Sailors. But how much of this success is down to Noor Ali? And is his past reputation holding him back from receiving the credit he truly des...

Is it the City of Love or is it the Eternal City? If you watched the latest season of Emily in Paris, it was insinuated that Emily may be moving to Rome in the upcoming fifth season, which surprised many fans. Now when French President Emmanual Macron heard the news, he wasn’t thrilled. He says it doesn’t make sense. Meanwhile, Rome’s Mayor claps back at Macron. Hongbin Jeong spills the tea. See o...

Louisa Lee is the CEO of DP Healthverse Holdings and DP Dental, where she has been at the forefront of revolutionizing the connection between oral health and overall well-being. Louisa believes that oral care is about more than just a great smile—it’s about creating a foundation for a healthier body and mind. So how is she bridging the gap between oral health and overall wellness? On R.I.C.H., Hon...

Singapore shares began trading in positive territory this morning as overseas markets saw mixed results overnight. And it ended the day in the green as well, closing up 0.4%. In global markets, China and Hong Kong markets continue to see an uptick in trading volume, while Nvidia is on investors’ radar with share prices hitting a record this week. On Market View, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Dan Chang,...

In an era where travellers are increasingly aware of their environmental footprint, sustainable travel is no longer just a trend — It’s a movement. Thoughtfully curated tours that enrich the soul while preserving the planet's beauty are now the standard. The leading adventure travel company in Japan for over 30 years,  Walk Japan is the pioneer of innovative, immersive guided and self-guided walki...

On What’s Trending, Singapore has blocked 10 websites linked to foreign actors that could potentially be used to carry out disinformation campaigns against Singapore. Also trending, a super-thin skyscraper, which will just be one apartment wide, is being planned for Dubai. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares began the day trading in negative territory, extending overnight losses in markets abroad. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) was down 0.5 per cent at 3,596.62 points after 57 million securities changed hands in the broader market.  In terms of companies to watch, we have Seatrium, after the offshore and marine specialist said it secured S$100 million worth of contracts...

Marvel actor Simu Liu accused a Canadian drink business of cultural appropriation. That’s after the company pitched a convenient and healthier canned version of boba tea on Dragons’ Den, without acknowledging the origins of bubble tea. But to what extent is it considered cultural appropriation? Hongbin Jeong spills the tea.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chipmakers take the centre stage today as we speak to a high performance and adaptive computing leader that is at the forefront of powering generative artificial intelligence.  Founded in 1969 as a Silicon Valley startup, our guest for today is fabless chipmaker and chip designer Advanced Micro Devices or AMD.  The company had driven innovation in high performance computing, graphics and visualisa...

Eileen Tan is the Director and Founder of The Little Academy Pte Ltd, where she’s dedicated to transforming the educational experience. With over a decade of teaching experience, Eileen’s mission is to make learning enjoyable and meaningful for students, helping them build a strong literacy foundation through creative expression and real-life connections. Her passion for education goes beyond the...

On What’s Trending today, McDonald’s makes it clear that it isn’t endorsing Trump after the drive-thru visit, but instead shows that they open their doors to everyone. Also trending, humanity’s long-standing love affair with carbs may predate our existence as a species, according to a new study. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Does it really take a village to build an athlete? Singaporean golfing sensation Shannon Tan, who recently competed in the 2024 Paris olympics, and Albert Chiu, executive chairman of the EFG Bank in Asia join Sports Minutes to discuss the partnerships that power athletes from grassroots to grand slams. Got a story to tell? Get in touch with us! raushan@sph.com.sg See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

Tech billionaire Elon Musk says he will give away $1 million a day to a registered voter in the key swing state of Pennsylvania. One million dollars per day, till the US presidential election in November. But will this sway voters? And is this even legal? Hongbin Jeong spills the tea.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares began the day trading nearly flat despite weekend gains in markets abroad.   In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) dipped 0.04 per cent to 3,638.6 points after 40.1 million securities changed hands in the broader market.  In terms of companies to watch, we have City Developments Ltd, after the developer said late yesterday that its residential project Norwood Grand sold 29...

Sophie Leung is an award-winning somatic trauma-informed wellness coach who specialises in helping individuals and organisations transform their mental well-being. With a background in the corporate world, Sophie experienced firsthand the challenges of burnout, anxiety, and self-sabotage. Drawing from her own journey, she created the Core Confidence Mastery™ system, a powerful blend of trauma-info...

On What’s Trending, American footwear brand Crocs has unveiled a new collection. This time, it’s not for us… but for pets. Yes! Crocs for dogs. Now every owner can have matching crocs with their furry friends. Also on What’s Trending, a time limit has been set for hugs at an airport in New Zealand to improve customer safety and traffic flow.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Lion City Cup didn’t go as planned for the Singapore U16s—two matches, two losses, and a frustrated fanbase saying ‘same old story.’   Yet, amidst the harsh headlines and social media outcries branding the state of local football as ‘a mess in need of fixing,’ we sit down with the man at the helm - as Angel Toledano Flores, head coach of the Singapore U16s, sits down with Sports Minutes. Got a...

CNN tried to find the makers of Trump’s new watches, which he claims are “Swiss-made”. But instead, the investigation team ended up at a shopping centre in Wyoming. So are the watches really “Swiss-made” as they promote it to be? Will this backfire on Trump? Hongbin Jeong spills the tea.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore shares started trading in positive territory today, mirroring overnight gains in the Europe market. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) was 0.1 per cent higher at 3,628.32 points after 41.6 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch today, we have UOB Kay Hian, after the Singapore Exchange Regulation yesterday lifted the brokerage’s m...

Carsharing is on deck today as we speak to Singapore’s largest carsharing service, where users can register, book a car and start driving in the span of minutes.  You might have guessed it by now – yes we’re indeed speaking to GetGo. Founded in 2020 in the middle of the Covid-19 pandemic, GetGo has expanded quickly in recent years to 1,600 locations across Singapore.  The company now boasts a flee...

Multi-award winning and internationally renowned, Kirk Westaway is one of the most celebrated chefs on the Michelin star dining scene. Drawing from both his English heritage and strong culinary training under world-renowned chefs, Chef Kirk is recognised for his mastery in reinventing gastronomic classics. Chef Kirk’s ever-evolving menu embodies a seasonal philosophy to showcase British dining in...

On What’s Trending today, a new aquarium in China is facing backlash from visitors because of one of its top aquatic stars. Also trending, Swiss luxury watchmaker Patek Philippe launched its first new collection in more than two decades.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Baia has opened its doors at the Esplanade, offering a fresh Mediterranean-inspired dining experience. Baia’s lounge bar offers a creative selection of cocktails designed to complement the light and vibrant dishes as well so whether it’s for a leisurely lunch or a refined evening out, Baia promises a memorable dining experience. On Culture Club, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani speak with Adonis E...

During a period of personal grief, Ganesh Kumar planted his first seeds on a barren hillside in Woodlands, as a personal tribute to his late mother. A beautiful garden soon took shape, and along with it, a community that was drawn to Ganesh's labour of love. Today the Woodlands Botanic Garden spans 4,000 square metres and consists of over 350 species of plants and more than 60 species of butterfli...

Al Pacino was a famous movie-star! He made so much money... 50 million dollars at one point! Then he went broke. What did he spend his money on? Press play for the tea shall be spilled!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.