Let's Talk, Singapore

What on earth is happening at Manchester United? A 2-0 lead against Brighton should have been the perfect response to Sunday’s derby defeat. Instead, United conceded three times, crashed out of the English League Cup and were booed off at Old Trafford. It’s only six games into the season...but are we already seeing a familiar United story unfold? Join Neil Humphreys & Zia-ul Rausha...

A viral coffee stall has sparked debate after customers realised the 80-plus-year-old owner only accepts cash because she doesn't know how to use digital payment systems. As Singapore becomes increasingly cashless, are we expecting too much from older business owners and customers, or is embracing technology simply part of modern life? Maureen Ow (aka Miss Tam Chiak) from STOMP joins this Singapor...

Singapore has spent years promoting rehabilitation and reintegration through the Yellow Ribbon movement, but how easy is it for someone to truly start again after prison?  In conjunction with the Yellow Ribbon Prison Run, Let’s Talk, Singapore examines whether public attitudes have genuinely shifted, where stigma still exists, and which barriers remain hardest to overcome with Nurhashei...

AI-generated songs are racking up millions of streams, while bite-sized microdramas are keeping viewers glued to their phones. As technology reshapes the way we create and consume entertainment, are these new formats the future or are you sticking with the real thing? Join Neil Humphreys & Audrey Siek LIVE every weekday at 7.05am for Breakfast Bites. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...

24 goals in 5 matches in the English Football League Cup - including BIG wins Premier League sides Arsenal, Liverpool and Fulham. But alas the wait goes on for Spurs, who've now just won just one match in 6 matches across all competitions this season. We hear from Roberto De Zerbi, who spoke to The Final Score's Zia-ul Raushan last week at the Tottenham Hotspur training ground. Join Neil Humphreys...

You've never really worked together, but every time you pass them in the office, they avoid eye contact, don't say hello, or seem to steer clear altogether. Do you brush it off, wonder if you've done something wrong, or try to break the ice? We discuss how you'd handle one of the workplace's more awkward social situations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore and a European country are celebrating a 60-year connection, and something is making its debut here to mark the occasion. There are 10 works to discover, plenty of familiar cultural clues and a chance to go beyond the postcard. But what exactly is it? Join Neil Humphreys & Audrey Siek LIVE every Tuesday and Thursday at 8.15am for Singapore Unboxed. See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...

From the devastating floods in Nepal to everyday emergencies here in Singapore, recent events have been a powerful reminder that the first person able to help is often an ordinary bystander.  Benjamin William, Secretary General and CEO of the Singapore Red Cross , joins Let’s Talk, Singapore to discuss why first-aid skills still matter, how prepared Singaporeans really are, and what Wor...

Punggol East Container Park is closing, while the 58-year-old Jalan Benaan Kapal Food Centre faces an uncertain future. We know Singapore needs to keep developing, but  community spaces are easy to demolish and difficult to recreate. How much of the character, familiarity and sense of belonging that make our neighbourhoods feel like home are we willing to lose in the name of progress?  ...

The haze is back, with air quality in parts of Singapore reaching unhealthy levels for the first time since 2023. But beyond the PSI numbers, what is breathing in hazy air actually doing to our bodies? We speak to a doctor about who is most vulnerable, the symptoms we should look out for, when we should cut back on outdoor activity, and how we can protect ourselves when the skies turn hazy. Dr Mar...

Healthy living has never been more sophisticated or more demanding. Between biohacking, wearables and endless self-improvement trends, looking after yourself can start to feel like a full-time job. We debate whether today's wellness culture is empowering us to make better choices or making it impossible to simply relax. Join Neil Humphreys & Audrey Siek - LIVE every weekday at 7.05am for Break...

Another bumper Premier League weekend saw City overcome United, Arsenal maintained their perfect start, but Spurs continued their stuttering start to the campaign - having not scored in any of their opening four games. The Final Score’s very own Zia-ul Raushan was in North London - and he caught up with lifelong Spurs fan Owen Addison about the road ahead for De Zerbi and co. See omnystudio....

Professional mermaid might sound like something out of a fairy tale, but for Syrena, it became a real career.  Singapore’s first professional mermaid and founder of the Singapore Mermaid School joins Let’s Talk, Singapore as she shares how a fascination with mermaids turned into a profession involving underwater performances, teaching and entrepreneurship. See omnystudio.com/liste...

Ministerial salaries have always been one of Singapore’s most politically sensitive issues. The latest review has revived arguments over talent, sacrifice, corruption, public accountability and whether political pay should be benchmarked against the private sector at all. Let’s Talk, Singapore speaks with Bhavan Jaipragas, Senior Columnist, The Straits Times about why the issue strikes...

It's said to save electricity, lower your bills and reduce your carbon footprint. But is 25°C actually cool enough to keep you comfortable? We find out where you set your air-conditioner and whether you're willing to turn it up a few degrees. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Manchester derby feels more important this time around. Both the red and the blue halves of the storied city have new managers. Michael Carrick brings experience and the ‘Manchester United way’ to his club. Enzo Maresca knows what made Manchester City tick under Pep Guardiola. Who will prevail? Well, The Final Score spoke to a couple of diehard fans in Singapore to give their predi...

It has moved more than once, survived redevelopment, and now returns after a major rebuild. On Singapore Unboxed, Let’s Talk, Singapore unpacks the Turtle Museum’s 25-year journey, repeated relocations, multi-million-dollar rebuild and the family determined to keep it alive. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For much of his life, Suresh Vanaz Purushothaman’s daily world was closely intertwined with that of his younger brother Gunaseelan, who lived with cerebral palsy. Following Gunaseelan’s recent passing, Let’s Talk Singapore invites Suresh to the studio to reflect on their relationship as brothers, the realities faced by long-term family caregivers, the challenges of disability and...

Every school holiday brings the same challenge: too many leave requests and not enough approvals. Should parents with young children move to the front of the queue, or does that unfairly disadvantage colleagues without children? We ask where the fairest balance lies. Join Neil Humphreys & Audrey Siek - LIVE every weekday at 7.05am for Breakfast Bites See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...

Andoni Iraola arrived at Liverpool with little fanfare, but the Reds are quietly improving, game by game. In the Champions League, they competently saw off Atletico in an accomplished 2-1 victory. Alexis Mac Allister had one of his best games for the club. Alexander Isak impressed up front and Florian Wirtz’s looked a creative force. Could this be a trophy-winning campaign for the Reds? Join...

Do Singaporeans let their guard down once JB and Desaru start feeling familiar?  Let’s Talk, Singapore and STOMP'S Maureen Ow also known as famous food blogger Miss Tam Chiak look at recent car break-ins involving Singapore-registered vehicles, the perception that SG plates attract thieves, and whether drivers need to rethink how they protect their belongings across the Causeway. See om...

From anti-Indian comments online to tensions around immigration, identity and belonging, Singapore is once again confronting difficult questions about race.  Let’s Talk, Singapore brings together  Dr Felix Tan, Saravanan Sugumaran and Rita Zahara to examine why race gets pulled into unrelated issues, whether online discourse reflects a wider shift in society, and where legitimate c...

From hotel exclusives to luxury gift boxes, mooncakes have become as much a status symbol as a festive treat. What makes an expensive mooncake worth the price, and at what point does it become more about the box than what's inside? Join Neil Humphreys & Audrey Siek - LIVE every weekday at 7.05am for Breakfast Bites See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Erling Haaland loves fatherhood, loves scoring goals and loves playing for Manchester City. When all three come together, he is simply unstoppable, as he was against Porto in the Champions League. He scored both goals in a 2-0 victory. A fine header gave him the opener. A late right-foot stab ensured the win and asked the obvious question. Is he the finest centre-forward that English football has...

It's your first morning on holiday. Are you already out exploring before breakfast, or still fast asleep while everyone else is posting sunrise photos? We compare travel styles and ask whether making the most of a trip means doing more or slowing down. Join Neil Humphreys & Audrey Siek - LIVE every weekday at 7.05am for Breakfast Bites See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.