Let's Talk, Singapore
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Start your day with the stories shaping Singapore — and your place in it. Join Neil Humphreys and Audrey Siek as they cover the biggest headlines, trending topics, and everyday conversations, unpacked through fresh perspectives, expert insights, and engaging discussion. From current affairs and social issues to lifestyle trends and community voices, each segment offers a different lens on what’s happening — and what’s worth your attention. And it’s not just talk — it’s your voice. Through polls, messages, and live call-ins, listeners are part of the conversation, sharing their views and shaping the discussion in real time. With a mix of clarity, curiosity, and personality, Let’s Talk, Singapore keeps you informed, connected, and ready for the day ahead.
APR 8, 2025
08/04/25 - Breakfast Bites: Do you carry an emergency travel bag? Here's what you could have in it!Have any of you ever considered taking an emergency travel bag - in addition to checked and other carry-on luggage - on your business and / or pleasure trips?
If the answer is no, it might be time to reconsider, because travel mishaps can and do happen.
Emaad, Ryan and Audrey reveal some essentials that could come in handy on your next adventure!
Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek
Produced and edited by Emaad Akhtar
Photo & music credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors
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APR 8, 2025
08/04/25 - US Markets Wrap: US inflation swaps - How hefty will the short term impact from Trump's tariffs be on consumer prices, as recessionary fears escalate?Sonu Varghese, Vice President & Global Macro Strategist, Carson Group shares his insights on whether investors are overreacting to the latest tariffs, where he's sitting right now with recessionary fears reverberating through the markets, impact of the tariffs on prices, and what's on investors' playbooks right now amid the waves of uncertainty.
Presented by: Ryan Huang
Produced by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)
Photo credits: Getty Images
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APR 8, 2025
08/04/25 - Companies To Watch: How will Trump’s tariffs impede the growth of Singapore’s magnificent 3?To say that Trump’s tariffs are sending shockwaves across global markets might be an understatement. After all, the sea of red in the wake of Trump’s latest agenda is reinvigorating fears of tampered growth expectations for companies and in the worst case scenario a recession. And here in Singapore, our banks are not spared.
Join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they look into the declines of Singapore’s trio of banks and find out what an escalating global trade war would mean for the banking sector moving forward.
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APR 7, 2025
07/04/25 - Mind Your Business: Snack smarter with the future of vendingFor a while now, food from vending machines have often been perceived as convenient, affordable but also unhealthy. But what if vending machines could offer something far beyond a candy bar or a can of soda?
Serene Ong, Founder, HYPHA joins the Breakfast Show to share how she is empowering local food brands, supporting sustainability, and delivering quality straight to consumers with unparalleled convenience through vending machines.
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APR 7, 2025
07/04/25 - Bigger pic: How much deeper can the global market sell-off getFrom stocks to bonds and commodities, the trade war unleashed by US President Donald Trump is leaving very little unscathed. Across the global markets, we’re witnessing a complete meltdown in markets from Asia, Europe and various parts of the developing world. In fact US markets were the hardest hit, with stocks plummeting to levels not seen since 2020. So how should investors be making sense of the current market turmoil?
Dan Koh is joined by Kyle Rodda, Senior Financial Market Analyst at capital.com to discuss how markets are digesting news of the evolving tariff war, Beijing’s retaliatory measures and key economic data to watch out for the week ahead.
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APR 7, 2025
07/04/25 - Companies To Watch: Your Rolex’s about to get more expensiveRecognized for its precision, quality and timeless designs, it’s no surprise that Rolex has come to be one of Switzerland’s biggest names in the field of luxury watches. But for many watch lovers out there, you might end up burning a bigger hole in your wallet just to wear it on your wrist!
Join Dan Koh and Emaad Akhtar as they find out the repercussions of Trump’s 31% tariff on Switzerland and its watch market, and how much more can consumers expect to pay for these timeless pieces.
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APR 7, 2025
07/04/25 - Morning Shot: Hope Under Rubble - Myanmar’s Need for Aid and PeaceHeavy rains have added misery to Myanmar, which was recently hit by a magnitude 7.7 earthquake. The worst-hit areas - Naypyidaw, Mandalay, and Sagaing - have suffered extensive damage to infrastructure, and a mounting official death toll now exceeding 3,000.
The earthquake was the most catastrophic in Myanmar’s recent history, occurring amid a prolonged political crisis and escalating civil war triggered by the 2021 military coup. The overlap of a natural disaster with a governance crisis complicates relief efforts and raises questions about how aid can be delivered efficiently and equitably.
On this episode of Morning Shot, Benjamin William, Secretary-General of the Singapore Red Cross shares his insights.
Presented by: Emaad Akhtar & Audrey Siek
Produced by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)
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APR 7, 2025
07/04/25 - Breakfast Bites: Life coaches: Help, Hype or Hustle?After a tough week at work or maybe it was a tough time in your life, have you ever felt like you need a life coach to guide you through life’s chaos? Steve Jobs and Google’s Eric Schmidt famously started working with coaches; but now it’s no longer just for the C-Suite execs.
But here’s the question: are they actually helping? Audrey and Emaad discuss the dangers of an unqualified coach. Catch the full article on the Straits Times!
Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang & Emaad Akhtar
Produced and edited by Audrey Siek
Photo & Music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors
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APR 7, 2025
07/04/25 - Breakfast Special: Power Shift - What's Next for South Korea?South Korea has just made history — Former President Yoon Suk-yeol has been officially removed from office last week.
On the Breakfast Show, Audrey and Emaad break down the Constitutional Court’s verdict and discuss what it means for the country moving forward. More importantly though, the sudden power vacuum is reshaping the race for the Blue House, thus they look at the potential candidates that could be the new leader of South Korea.
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APR 4, 2025
04/04/25 - Bigger Pic: How much growth slowdown will Singapore suffer?Jingyi Pan, Economics Associate Director, S&P Global Market Intelligence PMI Team discusses the impact of tariffs on Singapore directly and indirectly. She looks at some of the recent PMI readings, which indicate continued softness in the manufacturing sector.
Produced/Presenter: Ryan Huang
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