Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek

Today’s the perfect excuse to put the kettle on — because it’s International Tea Day! Some of us might think of tea as just your morning pick-me-up or that soothing cup before bed, but tea is more than just a beverage. It’s a drink with history, culture and has had large economic implications on the entire world. Audrey, Ryan and Emaad chat about their favourite teas, famous IPOs, and how different cultures enjoy it.   Presented by: Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang & Emaad Akhtar Produced and Edited by: Audrey Siek Photo credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors

Despite being blacklisted by the Pentagon and facing significant headwinds from Trump's tariff trade war, that hasn’t stopped Contemporary Amperex Technology from wrapping up the world’s biggest listing this year by raising $4.6 billion. And some analysts have even called it a ‘no brainer buy’... Join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they dive deep into the world of electric vehicles, analyzing what’s driving strong confidence in the world’s biggest producer of lithium-ion EV batteries and if they are capable of holding the moat in years to come.

Song Seng Wun, Singapore Economic Advisor, CGS International discusses how optimistic the outlook following signs of US-China trade tensions easing. He examines the latest update from the Singapore Economic Resilience Taskforce, including the potential impact of sector-specific tariffs on pharmaceuticals and semiconductors. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang

George Schultze, Founder and Managing Member at Schultze Asset Management discusses how despite recent easing of U.S.-China trade tensions, significant uncertainties persist. He shares why more investors are looking beyond the US to other markets for better opportunities.  Produced/Presented: Ryan Image: Pixabay

When a new boss takes over, even the most high-performing teams can feel off balance. Employees often find themselves second-guessing how to communicate, how to prove their value, or how to align with a different leadership style. On the other hand, new managers face their own set of challenges, from building trust quickly to navigating a team culture they didn’t create. So how can both sides manage this common but tricky transition more smoothly? This morning, we take a closer look at what really makes leadership transitions succeed or fall apart. From communication missteps to trust-building strategies, we’ll unpack the key dynamics that shape those first critical weeks when a manager comes onboard. Adeline Tiah, Founder of Soar Collective Asia & Leadership and Team Coach at Unilever shares her insights.     Presented by: Emaad Akhtar Produced and Edited by: Trisha Yeong

Wouldn’t it be nice to be rewarded with a more than 7 months bonus 2 years in a row? Lucky for Singapore Airlines’ employees, that’s a benefit well deserved after the company reported yet another year of strong earnings results! Join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they take a tour of SIA’s financial report card to find out what’s driving the generosity of the airline and what analysts are forecasting for its share price performance.

In a world where education is big business, how do you separate real value from flashy marketing? From the murky waters of unethical tactics used by tuition centres—misleading testimonials, inflated promises, to the ‘top tutor’ illusion, how can parents find the ‘perfect tutor’ for their child? The Breakfast Show speaks to Gary Ong, the Founder of Genius Mind Home Tuition to find out how he’s helping parents navigate the saturated tutoring market to match their children with tutors who actually fit their learning needs—not just those with the best ads.

There are two Gen Z public transport trends that are gaining traction in the UK. Trend #1: train and bus-goers going on a complete digital detox (no phones, tablets, e-books etc) Trend #2: commuters using their devices without headphones  Emaad, Ryan and Audrey delve into them on this edition of Breakfast Bites!   Presented by: Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek Produced by: Emaad Akhtar Edited by: Trisha Yeong Photo credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors

Phan Vee Leung, CIO, Trackrecord Asia puts into context the significance of Moody's cutting the credit rating of the US from Aaa to Aa1. He also shares whether he agrees with investor Michael Burry's bearish view on Nvidia and Chinese stocks. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang

Audrey is back from her holiday to China, and she takes us on a whirlwind tour of two of its most iconic cities: Beijing and Shanghai. Part of the highlight reel: a bustling matchmaking marketplace in the heart of Shanghai, and an interesting ingredient used to bind bricks at the iconic Great Wall of China.    Presented by: Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang & Emaad Akhtar Produced and Edited by: Audrey Siek Photo credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors