Money Matters with Hongbin Jeong and Chua Tian Tian

Having started the season with just 2 points from their opening six games, Hougang United were under scrutiny for floundering under Marko Kraljević. But after a run of 1 loss in 6 games, and 3 wins in their last 4 - the Cheetahs are suddenly on the prowl - climbing to 5th in the Singapore Premier League standings. What has contributed to their reverse in fortunes? Deepanraj Ganesan weighs in on Sports Minutes! Got a story to tell? Get in touch with us! raushan@sph.com.sg

Dhawal Shah was the kid who could give kiasu parents a run for their money. At the age when most kids were playing Tamagotchi, Dhawal was busy coding his unique versions of the game. And in the three decades between secondary school and starting his own business, he added numerous feathers to his hat — being an engineer, marketer, and founder. Today, along with his childhood friend, he holds the reins of 2Stallions, a leading digital marketing agency, as the Regional Managing Director. On R.I.C.H., Hongbin Jeong speaks to Dhawal Shah, Regional Managing Director & Co-founder, 2Stallions, to share more. Presented by: Hongbin Jeong Produced and Edited by: Alexandra Parada (alexparada@sph.com.sg) Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!

Dragonfly is the newest jewel in Orchard Road’s vibrant cocktail scene. Nestled within the chic Vibe Hotel Singapore Orchard, this illustrious art-nouveau bar marries sophisticated design with a groundbreaking cause-effect menu. Its stunning aesthetics was inspired by the late 1800s art movement, featuring a breathtaking stained-glass dragonfly centerpiece and exquisite hand-blown lamps. On Culture Club, Hongbin Jeong speaks to Morgan Raelin, Bar Manager, Dragonfly, to find out more about this new cocktail haven. Presented by: Hongbin Jeong Produced and Edited by: Alexandra Parada (alexparada@sph.com.sg) Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!

Ready to turn your spare change into digital dough? Cryptocurrencies have taken the financial world by storm, but how exactly do you invest in these digital assets? On That's How, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani dive into the wild and wacky world of cryptocurrency investing with Ben Simpson who is on a mission to democratize crypto education and wealth for millions.  Source: www.forbes.com/advisor/investing/cryptocurrency/cryptocurrency-for-newcomers-beginners-guide/ www.stash.com/learn/how-to-invest-in-cryptocurrency/

Singapore stocks started trading in the negative territory this morning, and extended the losses to close the day, down 0.8%. This comes despite Wall Street regaining almost all of its losses from the steep dive on Aug 5. So what's driving the STI lower? Will there be a prolonged weakness?  Meanwhile, July’s US CPI data on Wednesday is the highlight of the week, considering what had transpired over the last two weeks. What can we expect and will this be the ammunition the US Fed needs to begin cutting interest rates at its next meeting in September? On Market View, Hongbin Jeong speaks to David Kuo, Co-founder, The Smart Investor, to find out more. 

On What's Trending, Marvel has unveiled a new superhero, Jitter, a Singaporean teen named Sofia Yong, on Singapore's National Day. Jitter, who has the ability to hyper-focus and never slow down, is part of the Uncanny X-Men series. She can attain a skill set but not powers for up to a minute before she "crashes." Disney has announced a US$60 billion investment in theme parks and cruises over the next decade, including the biggest expansion to Magic Kingdom, a new nighttime parade called Disney Starlight, a new "Monstropolis" land at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida, and the Tropical Americas area at Animal Kingdom park. The expansion will include the first ride based on the film "Encanto" and take place inside the magical "Casita" where the movie's Madrigal family lives.

If you do a quick google search, you’ll find some articles saying “It never rains on National Day”. In fact, there are some rumors that the authorities in Singapore have done cloud seeding to ensure that there won’t be any rain on every 9th of August.  But is this actually true? Hongbin Jeong spills the tea.  Get in touch with our anchors at rgidwani@sph.com.sg, chuatt@sph.com.sg and hongbin@sph.com.sg. 

Are you burning the candle at both ends? Feeling like your to-do list is running your life? It’s time to hit the brakes and reclaim your sanity! On That's How!, Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani dive into the art of stopping the workaholic madness and finding that elusive work-life balance. They unravel the secrets behind why we’re addicted to the grind, explore practical strategies to break free from the workaholic cycle, and uncover the joys of saying "no" without guilt. Source: www.truity.com/blog/how-stop-being-workaholic-estjs-and-istjs

With Singapore’s 59th birthday right around the corner, we want to bring you a National Day special of “Under the Radar” where we speak to a homegrown heritage brand that you’ll come into contact with on a day-to-day basis.   Make a guess – this company is also said to be the oldest Hainanese coffee shop brand in Singapore. Established in late 1919 along the busy streets of Killiney Road, our guest for today is none other than – well — F&B operator Killiney!  But there’s a story behind how Killiney Kopitiam came about. The coffee shop was founded as Kheng Hoe Heng Coffeeshop back in the day, serving well-brewed coffee and tea and charcoal-grilled bread toast.  The traditional breakfast fare stole the heart of one regular customer called Mr Woon, who loved it so much that he finally bought the shop in 1993, renovated it, and called it ‘Killiney Kopitiam’.  But despite major renovations, the new owner believed in upholding the legacy of the previous owner, as well as the traditional working style and influence of the coffee shop. The focus remains on making good kaya, bread toast, coffee and tea, even as the brand scales and modernises.  Today, the Killiney Group has grown to a presence of about 50 outlets worldwide, and even moved into the FMCG merchandise business selling ready-to-cook food paste and instant beverages under the same heritage brand.  Now, we’re talking to Killiney Kopitiam not only because the old-school coffee shops are not only one close to our hearts, but also because the trade is also fading away from modern Singapore.  According to a Business Insider article in January this year citing Singapore’s Housing Development Board, only 776 coffee shops remain, down from the over 2,000 traditional coffee shops back in the 1950s. So what was Killiney Kopitiam’s recipe to thrive over the years, all while retaining a slice of Singapore’s past? Meanwhile, what is the company doing to bring a slice of Singapore abroad to other international markets such as the US? On Under the Radar, The Evening Runway’s finance presenter Chua Tian Tian posed these questions to Henry Oh, General Manager, Killiney International.

Delonix Tan Wei Jie is a 26-year-old entrepreneur and former delinquent who turned his life around by embracing family values and entrepreneurship.  Once entangled in gang activities and academic struggles, Delonix transformed himself through self-help, education, and the unwavering support of his family.  He now revitalizes his family's fishball business by leveraging digital platforms and social media, showcasing the daily hustle and charm of their operations. On this year’s NDP Special on R.I.C.H., Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani speaks to Delonix Tan, Third Generation Fishball Maker, SanDai Fishball, to share more about his story and what prompted him to turn his life around. Presented by: Hongbin Jeong and Roshan Gidwani Produced and Edited by: Alexandra Parada (alexparada@sph.com.sg) and Nadiah Koh Want to get featured on our show? Drop me an email today!