Live Well with Michelle

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 million dollars to help him out of debt. But he also developed a system he shares with us today. This episode helps investors understand risk, timing, and the real signals behind market winners.

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 highlight an economy still driven by innovation and scale. In Asia, CATL’s sodium-ion breakthrough could challenge lithium’s dominance and reshape the EV supply chain. All this as Singapore markets hold key levels, with names like DFI Retail Group and Singtel reflecting mixed local sentiment - hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang.

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 IPO takes off, which stakeholders stand to benefit?

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 “regime change” could reshape how markets interpret interest rates. Meanwhile, corporate headlines - from Adobe’s massive buyback to CATL’s ultra-fast EV battery - signal where innovation and capital are flowing. From Singapore’s STI movers like CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust to global names like Nvidia-linked Victory Giant and Sanrio - hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang.

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 really looks like in investing. We explore how to decide when to sell - even if a company is still performing - and why your personal goals matter more than market narratives. For new investors, Hui Leong shares how to build conviction, when to move beyond ETFs, and why patience must be balanced with action. It’s a conversation about clarity, not regret - hosted by Michelle Martin.

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 while Wall Street slips - reminding investors that macro risk is far from over. Corporate movers include Apple, CICT, OCBC, Sea Ltd, Eli Lilly, UOL Group, City Developments and Seatrium. From psychedelics to tokenised gold, innovation is accelerating - hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang.

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 questioning the very meaning of “enough,” Eldred shares why wealth didn’t bring the fulfilment he expected. We explore how childhood experiences, risk, and identity shape our relationship with money and security. Plus, the rise of the “Parentpreneur” - a community supporting founders who want to build  a business without losing their families along the way.

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 outperformers this earnings season. Markets surge with the S&P 500 above 7100, but oil volatility tied to Strait of Hormuz tensions keeps risk alive. Earnings spotlight turns to Tesla, Boeing, Blackstone, Lockheed Martin, United Airlines, American Airlines, and Singapore REITs including Keppel REIT, OUE REIT, Digital Core REIT, Frasers Centrepoint Trust. From Apple’s China rebound to Disney’s IMAX rival and Coliwoo’s expansion, it’s all in play—hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang.

What if you too could have a slice of the biggest entertainment industry in the world? The global gaming industry is set to hit $300 billion. We explore how one founder is flipping the model of mobile gaming - turning screen time into outdoor family play with a new kind of mobile game that prioritizes family time and movement. Is this the much-needed reset for how families engage with technology? 

Markets are hitting record highs - but beneath the surface, investors are getting far more selective. Netflix beats earnings but sinks as leadership changes raise deeper questions about growth. Pepsi surprises to the upside - signaling a shift from pricing power to consumer sensitivity. TSMC’s blockbuster results confirm AI demand is translating into real profits across the supply chain. Meanwhile, markets push higher despite geopolitical risks, as investors rotate between growth, yield, and resilience.  Also in the spotlight: Netflix, PepsiCo, TSMC, Sigenergy, Keppel DC REIT, SBS Transit, Frasers Logistics & Commercial Trust, Mapletree Logistics Trust. Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang.