Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek
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Get a head start to your work day with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek from 6am to 9am. Listen to insightful discussions on the stories and issues that matter the most to you and be apprised of the markets and the companies to watch.
MAR 24, 2026
24/03/26 - Companies To Watch: Grab expands aggressively but raises governance concernsGrab is making bold moves, from a $600 million acquisition of Foodpanda Taiwan to controversial changes in voting rights that could strengthen founder control.
Dan Koh and Ryan Huang break down the growth story, governance risks, and what it all means for investors.
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09:24
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MAR 24, 2026
24/03/26 - Morning Shot: Doing More for the Same Pay - What Are Your Options?Taking on more at work, but not seeing it reflected in your pay? It’s a situation many employees face as roles evolve and job scopes expand. But is it a signal to push for a raise, renegotiate your role, or rethink how you position your value?
Sam Neo, Founder, Stories of Asia (a storytelling and mentorship platform) joins the Breakfast Show to unpack how to navigate these conversations, from reframing your contributions in terms of impact, to negotiating non-monetary benefits and building long-term career value in a changing workplace.
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09:16
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MAR 24, 2026
24/03/26 - Breakfast Bites: Financial ghosting - Does the "set and forget" trick still work?We’ve all heard of ghosting… but what about ghosting your finances? This episode breaks down the growing trend of “financial ghosting”: where you save and invest, then completely tune out. Is it smart long-term discipline, or a risky blind spot? We explore why staying lightly engaged with your money might be the real sweet spot.
Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang & Emaad Akhtar
Produced by Audrey Siek
Edited by Trisha Yeong
Music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors
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06:45
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MAR 23, 2026
23/03/26 - Breakfast Bites: Did you know that bears love to eat honey?It's World Bear Day!
On Breakfast Bites, Emaad, Ryan and Audrey share some fun facts about our big, furry mammal friends; including what they like to eat, hibernation habits and their incredible sense of smell!
Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek
Produced by Emaad Akhtar
Edited by Trisha Yeong
Music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors
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06:05
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MAR 23, 2026
23/03/26 - Bigger Picture: Brent, Risk and the Week AheadA volatile stretch for markets could be about to get even more consequential. As tensions around Iran and the Strait of Hormuz escalate, investors are staring down a potential binary event with major implications for oil, inflation and risk assets. Vasu Menon, Managing Director, Investment Strategy, OCBC Bank discusses how to hedge uncertainty, where Brent starts to hurt demand, and whether gold’s selloff has created an opening.
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09:19
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MAR 23, 2026
23/03/26 - Companies To Watch: BTS is back and HYBE is ready to cash inHYBE is back in focus as BTS reunites after nearly four years, releasing a new album and announcing a massive global tour.
Dan Koh and Ryan Huang break down what this comeback means for HYBE’s revenue, why investors are watching closely, and whether this could mark the company’s next growth cycle.
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09:35
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MAR 23, 2026
23/03/26 - Mind Your Business: Why Singapore remains a magnet for global entrepreneursEntrepreneurship is increasingly global. Founders today are thinking not just about markets and products, but also about where to live, where to base their companies, and how to structure their operations internationally.
In this episode of Mind Your Business, The Breakfast Show invites Andrew Henderson, founder of Nomad Capitalist, to discuss the rise of global mobility strategies among entrepreneurs and the mindset behind building businesses that operate across borders.
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11:20
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MAR 23, 2026
23/03/26 - Morning Shot: Asia’s Water Stress — A Growing Threat to Food SecurityAs the world marks World Water Day 2026, attention is turning to how water is quietly shaping agriculture across Asia. Farming already accounts for about 70 percent of global freshwater use, even as climate change makes rainfall more unpredictable.
For Singapore, which imports over 90 percent of its food, this raises an important question: how are farmers adapting, and what does this mean for the resilience of our food supply? Duke Hipp, Public Affairs Director, CropLife Asia speaks with the Breakfast Show about the challenges on the ground and the role of innovation in using water more efficiently.
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11:13
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MAR 23, 2026
23/03/26 - Work Smart: The Motivation Trick You’re OverlookingBig goals are inspiring but they can also feel overwhelming.
Research on motivation shows that visible progress, even in small steps, is one of the strongest drivers of engagement and sustained effort.
This episode explains why celebrating small wins can fuel momentum far more effectively than pressure or deadlines alone.
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02:08
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MAR 20, 2026
20/03/26 - Breakfast Bites: 4 at-home tests that reveal how well you’re agingAge is just a number! Or so the saying goes.
While that may be true, aging is still a phenomenon that has real-world implications for our physical health and vitality.
So how do we know if we're aging well?
Experts have identified four, simple at-home tests that may give you an indication of how you're faring.
Give them a go!
Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek
Produced by Emaad Akhtar
Edited by Trisha Yeong
Music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors
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