Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong

Ever found yourself tongue-tied when it comes to discussing money with your partner, family, or friends? You’re not alone! In this episode of That's How!, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani tackle one of the trickiest aspects of financial life: having effective money conversations. Source: www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/62-of-americans-dont-talk-about-money-according-to-new-empower-research-and-th...

Imagine a productivity super app for businesses to digitalise operations from HQ to storefront, streamline communications, and achieve operational efficiency – all in one place. That’s Lark for you.  Initially developed by Chinese social media giant ByteDance in 2016 for internal use, Lark started as a platform that aims to combine business processes and collaborative documents in a single platfor...

Envision a leader who excels in both the high-stakes world of wealth management and the demanding course of a marathon, driven by a singular vision:  to leave a lasting legacy .  CEO by day, Master Athlete by night. This is no other than Martin Wong, Regional CEO of Grandtag . Martin directs Grandtag, a leading financial advisory firm serving the ultra-rich since 2007. His successful leadership is...

On What's Trending, OCBC bank has introduced the OCBC MyOwn Account, allowing children aged seven to 15 to have their own bank accounts digitally through the OCBC Digital app. The account, available from October 20th, requires parents to open it via their OCBC Digital app. Also, TikTok users are embracing the 'Fridgescaping' trend, which involves decorating the inside of their refrigerator with or...

Asian spirits have long held a revered status in their home countries, with rich cultural traditions and centuries-old craftsmanship shaping their identity. So dive into the world of vintage spirits and traditional Asian beverages at JIU Asia 2024 , featuring more than 100 varieties of Asian-origin spirits. Explore the rich traditions and craftsmanship that will be showcased at the three-day event...

Gordon Ramsay’s Bread Street Kitchen is serving up lacklustre meals. Usually, when it comes to food, most times we want the quality of what we eat to be high, must be presented well, taste amazing and be priced just right. What happens, when this isn’t so? Well, your customers will let you know. Roshan Gidwani, Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian spill the tea!  Get in touch with our anchors at rgidw...

Should you be teaching your kids the value of money? How early should they start? Ever wondered how to introduce your kids to the world of money in a way that’s both fun and effective? On That's How!, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani tackle the ultimate question: How can you teach your children essential money hacks that will set them up for financial success? Source: www.moneysense.gov.sg/getting...

Singapore shares started trading in positive territory today despite the European market ending little changed the previous day. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) opened 0.2 per cent higher at 3,468.84 points after 32.7 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have CapitaLand Investment. CapitaLand Investment has agreed to sell a 50 per...

How do you take $500 and turn that into millions? Is that even possible? Entrepreneur Joshua Chan did just that, embarking on a journey that would eventually lead him to bootstrap a company to a $15 million dollar acquisition. Joshua is the man behind one of the most popular ergonomic chairs, Ergotune. On R.I.C.H, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani speak with Joshua Chan, Founder, Ergotune to find o...

In the past decade, sustainability has come into sharp focus for the fashion industry. Here in Singapore, the topic has come into much sharper focus over the last few years. As the new CEO of the Singapore Fashion Council, Zhang Ting-Ting is developing a refreshed vision for the Singapore fashion industry to be a vibrant Asian hub for responsible fashion. This heavy lean on sustainability emerged...

On What's Trending, schools in China are increasingly upgrading their desks and chairs to convert into nap beds, allowing students to have more comfortable sleep. In Huichang, the local government began equipping eight schools with 1,966 sets of recliner chairs and foldable desks which allows students to lie down straight during mid-day breaks, instead of hunching over the desk. Also, Barbie fans...

Yes! AI can clone our voices. Two voice-over performers found that their voices were cloned. How did this happen and what are the implications?  Roshan Gidwani, Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian spill the tea!  Get in touch with our anchors at  rgidwani@sph.com.sg , chuatt@sph.com.sg and hongbin@sph.com.sg .   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore stocks kicked off the trading day on a bright note after global equities finished the trading week in positive territory. That’s ahead of a highly anticipated September interest rate cut by the US Federal Reserve. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) rose  0.1 per cent to 3,446.66 points after 44.9 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to...

Today we’re going to talk about the journey a Japanese thermometer manufacturer took to transform itself into a medtech player and increasingly a medical solutions provider.  Founded in 1921 to address a stoppage of thermometer imports to Japan amid World War I, our guest Terumo is now a global leader in medical equipment with a footprint in over 160 countries and regions.  Its range of products h...

I can't afford this. I can't afford that. Will I be able to afford it in the future?  Stressing about money? You're not alone. Whether your problems stem from a loss of work, escalating debt, unexpected expenses, or a combination of factors, we've all had some type of financial worry. But how do you mitigate those concerns? How do you cope with financial stress? Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani di...

Lai Yee is the CEO of Temus, bringing over 25 years of experience to the rapidly growing digital transformation firm backed by Temasek. Despite her social sciences background and lack of initial tech experience, Lai Yee climbed the ranks at Deloitte and IBM, building a remarkable career in tech and business consulting. After experiencing burnout, she took a two-year career break to focus on her he...

In Singapore's multicultural landscape, the decline in mother tongue usage is a growing concern, as noted by Education Minister Chan Chun Sing. Here comes Qrious Culture, supported by the Lee Kuan Yew Fund for Bilingualism, who addressed this by revitalizing bilingualism among the youth. The latest season features bilingual documentaries by storytellers like Priyanka Tamilarasan, who honors Bharat...

A Malaysian teenage math whiz has set a record for solving a 50-digit multiplication. Ms Yap Wen Min, 19, entered the Malaysia Book of Records for being the Fastest to Solve 50 Digits Multiplication in 24.61 seconds. Also, Donald Trump is back to shilling digital trading cards, but this time the Republican presidential nominee is attempting to sweeten the deal for some prospective buyers by throwi...

When it comes to local sports - more often than not swimming, athletics and even football dominates the headlines. But amongst the 'less heralded' sports making greats strides in Singapore is floorball. And part of their outreach is the upcoming "Floorball Fever Fiesta" - happening on 31 August & 1 September at Velocity - which aims to bring the sport closer to the community. Tune in as Ben Ow...

The creator behind TikTok’s “demure” catchphrase is now at the center of a trademark battle.  According to TMZ, a man in Washington state named Jefferson Bates filed to trademark “Very Demure .. Very Mindful ...” in an apparent attempt to cash in on Lebron’s success. Who will win this legal battle? Hongbin Jeong spills the tea. Get in touch with our anchors at rgidwani@sph.com.sg , chuatt@sph.com....

Singapore shares rose this morning, after US indices were mixed and Europe’s main stock index closed higher overnight. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) was up 0.4 per cent at 3,418.01 points after 55 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch today, we have Singapore Airlines. The flag carrier today announced it received approval from India’...

In this episode, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani show you how you can make the most of Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs). Explore how CGMs can revolutionize your diabetes management. They break down the essentials: what a CGM does, how it tracks your glucose levels in real-time, and how this continuous stream of data can give you a clearer picture of your health. Hongbin and Roshan even learn mo...

Megan Lee, a 22-year-old business student at Singapore Management University, is working to revive her mother's struggling lighting shop, Light + Form Concepts, through a TikTok campaign.  The shop has faced challenges since the 2020 circuit breaker period, but Megan's 56-second TikTok clip outlining her revival plans has sparked hope.  She promised a forthcoming business pitch and invited viewers...

Singapore’s pizza scene has significantly evolved since the introduction of the first outlet from a major international pizza chain. You can find a variety of options here, from traditional Italian pizzerias to trendy restaurants offering fusion creations. But what makes the perfect pizza? On Culture Club, Hongbin Jeong finds out from the three-time champion of the Best Italian Pizza World Champio...

For the first time in its 70-year history, Miss Universe Singapore has flung open its doors to Singapore citizens who are married, divorced and have children.  There is also no upper-age limit. And the local beauty pageant has just revealed its top 15 finalists. Also, a "right to disconnect" rule has come into effect in Australia, offering relief to people who feel forced to take calls or read mes...