Live Well with Michelle

Are Singapore REITs entering a new era where management decisions matter more than interest rates? Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode explores four of the biggest REIT stories shaping the market - from resilient industrial assets to bold acquisitions and strategic divestments. We examine why industrial REITs continue to outperform, whether OUE REIT's S$500 million sale of Crowne Plaza Changi Airport is smart capital recycling, and if CapitaLand Ascendas REIT is buying logistics assets at the right point in the cycle. We also unpack the debate surrounding CICT's S$3.9 billion acquisition of Paragon and what investors should look for when evaluating landmark REIT transactions. Companies discussed: CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust (CICT), OUE REIT, CapitaLand Ascendas REIT (CLAR), Crowne Plaza Changi Airport, Paragon. Whether you're investing for income or long-term growth, discover how to assess acquisitions, divestments, DPU accretion and management execution beyond the headlines.

Health supplements in Singapore do not require pre-market approval, so what does that mean for shoppers? We unpack how to read labels, assess dosage, interpret claims like "natural" and "clinically proven", and understand why transparency matters. Our guests also explain what goes on behind the scenes in supplement manufacturing, from formulation and quality control to batch traceability. Guests: Sherman Lim, Chief Marketing Officer, and Jessie Jet Shee Teng, Head of R&D, The Purest Group.

What if the biggest fortunes in AI aren't being made by the companies building chatbots - but by those supplying the memory behind them? South Korea's tech giants Samsung and SK Hynix are riding an unprecedented AI chip boom, but can record profits and soaring share prices keep climbing? We unpack why Wall Street returned from the holiday in a bullish mood, what Microsoft's latest job cuts signal about its AI strategy, and whether United Airlines has turbulence ahead from an unusual lawsuit. We also examine Versant's $530 million bet on golf technology and ask whether China's fast-growing C-Beauty brands could become the country's next global soft-power success story. Companies discussed: Samsung, SK Hynix, Microsoft, Nvidia, Meta, Amazon, Alphabet, United Airlines, Versant, Full Swing, Comcast, OpenAI. Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode connects the day's biggest market stories to the investment trends that could shape portfolios in the months and years ahead.

Why do so many men wait until they're sick before taking their health seriously - and what could that hesitation be costing them? Men in Singapore still die years earlier than women, even though many of the biggest killers can be prevented or treated if caught early. Dr Reyor Ko, Lead Hybrid Care Doctor at Doctor Anywhere, explains why silent conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes and high cholesterol often go unnoticed, how preventive care should evolve from your 20s to your 50s, and why a simple conversation with your GP could be one of the highest-return investments you'll ever make. Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode explores how taking charge of your health isn't just about living longer - it's about living with more energy, vitality and freedom for the people and purpose that matter most.

Whether you're planning your next move or building long-term wealth, discover why location, affordability, liquidity and holding power matter more than ever. Singapore's property market is entering a new phase where asset progression requires far more than simply upgrading from an HDB flat to a condominium. How can we separate genuine investment opportunities from new-launch hype, and why could  the URA Master Plan could become one of an investor's most valuable tools? We also examine how AI could reshape demand for office space, creating winners and losers across commercial real estate. Hosted by Michelle Martin, with Ivan Cai, Chairman of Crestbrick, this episode offers a practical framework for homeowners and investors navigating Singapore's changing property landscape.

Could South Korea be this year's hottest equity market? Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode examines Samsung's stunning 150% rally and whether reports of an Anthropic partnership signal the next phase of the AI trade. We also unpack UBS' latest defensive dividend stock ideas as investors prepare for the second half of 2026. Plus, we review the year's biggest market winners - from the Russell 2000 to Singapore's STI - and reveal which Singapore stocks  have outperformed. 

What if one of the biggest performance breakthroughs isn't another productivity hack - but a better night's sleep?  Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode explores how engineer and entrepreneur Ken Leong, Founder of Giraf the Pillow, spent 17 years challenging one of the world's most overlooked products: the pillow. We discuss why recovery may be the next frontier in human performance.

Has Singapore's property ladder fundamentally changed?  Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode explores whether the long-held path from HDB flat to private property is becoming harder to climb. Michelle speaks with Daniel Sim, Founder of Golden Goose Properties, about new research suggesting Singapore's private housing market is increasingly decoupling from the HDB market. They examine who is buying private homes today, why buyer profiles are changing, and what that means for aspiring upgraders, investors and first-time buyers.

Michelle Martin meets Woo Wen Qi, Founder & Creative Lead of Eltwine, who went from banking to designing clothes for full-figured Asian women. Together they unpack the hidden realities behind side hustles, six-figure revenues, burnout, identity, and knowing when you're truly ready to make the leap.

We have some great real world role-models today to help women ensure they do not outlive their retirement savings. Hosted by Michelle Martin with Grace Tay, Associate Director at Finexis Advisory, they discuss practical tips women can rely on to protect their futures and even retire earlier than planned!