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 16, 2026
16/04/26 - Morning Shot: How Southeast Asia Is Handling a More Unpredictable United StatesFor years, engaging the United States was seen as a way for Southeast Asia to secure stability and economic opportunity. But that assumption is now being tested. With tariffs, shifting alliances and a more unpredictable foreign policy under President Donald Trump, countries in the region are starting to reassess what engagement with Washington really means.
In this episode of Morning Shot, we speak to Kevin Chen, Associate Research Fellow with the US Programme at the Institute of Defence and Strategic Studies, S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies, Nanyang Technological University, to unpack why Southeast Asia’s approach may be shifting from pragmatic cooperation to something more defensive and what that could mean for the future of US–ASEAN relations.
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APR 16, 2026
16/04/26 - Breakfast Bites: Job hopping - Is it the new norm?Staying at one company for 30 years used to be a norm, but times have certainly changed. We’re diving into the "Job Hopping" phenomenon—where a single move can net you a 20% pay bump compared to the usual 3% annual raise.
We break down the "Sweet Spot" for switching, what Gen Z and Millennials are prioritising, and whether your resume looks like a career climber or a red flag.
Presented by Audrey Siek & Ryan Huang
Produced by Audrey Siek
Edited by Trisha Yeong
Music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors
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APR 15, 2026
15/04/26 - Mind Your Business: Outgrowing the Founder - How The Financial Coconut Scaled Beyond One VoiceEvery successful business starts with a founder wearing many hats, but true growth requires outgrowing the reliance on just one person. Reginald Koh, founder of The Financial Coconut, shares his journey from a solo operator at his dining table to a strategic systems-builder.
He reveals his operational playbook for scaling a bootstrapped SME, from overcoming the media "personality trap" to systemizing creative quality and delegating daily control.
Presented: Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek
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APR 15, 2026
15/04/26 - Bigger Pic: Energy Wars and the China TradeThe global balance of power is being rewritten not by weapons, but by energy. As oil shocks expose vulnerabilities across Europe and Asia, China appears to have quietly built a buffer through renewables, coal, and electrification, reducing its sensitivity to global supply disruptions. However, energy independence does not automatically translate into investor returns. Fierce domestic competition, government intervention, and structurally lower margins could cap upside even as China gains geopolitical strength. Aadil Ebrahim, Group Head of Equities, Klay explores how this shift is reshaping global markets, where the real winners are emerging, and how investors should position for the next decade of energy-driven competition.
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APR 15, 2026
15/04/26 - US Markets Wrap: Markets Climb the Wall of WorryStocks pushed higher on Tuesday as investors looked past geopolitical tension and focused on what could still go right. Despite a breakdown in U.S.–Iran peace talks, markets rallied on lingering optimism that a deal remains within reach. The S&P 500 is now within striking distance of its 52-week high, while the Nasdaq surged on continued strength in tech. Names like Oracle, Nvidia, and Palantir led the charge, reinforcing the market’s reliance on big tech momentum. Michele Schneider, Chief Strategist, MarketGauge Group breaks down what’s driving this resilience, whether optimism is justified, and how long this rally can last.
Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang
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APR 15, 2026
15/04/26 - Companies To Watch: Bloom Energy becomes a hidden winner of the AI boomBloom Energy’s stock has surged after expanding its partnership to supply power for AI data centers. As demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure grows, electricity has become a key bottleneck, and Bloom Energy’s fuel cell systems are emerging as a potential solution.
Join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they investigate what’s driving the rally, the significance of the large-scale deployment, and whether Bloom Energy could become a major beneficiary of the AI boom.
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APR 15, 2026
15/04/26 - Morning Shot: Why Singapore Is Acting Early With S$1 Billion Support Amid the Middle East WarSingapore has rolled out close to S$1 billion in additional support for businesses and households, even as the full economic impact of the Middle East conflict has yet to show up in the data. But this isn’t just about immediate relief. The timing of the move is raising a deeper question: what are policymakers seeing ahead and why act now?
In this episode of Morning Shot, we speak with Chua Yeow Hwee, Assistant Professor of Economics at Nanyang Technological University, to discuss the latest support package. He explains how early intervention can help manage inflation expectations, why targeted measures matter in a small open economy like Singapore, and what this signals about the risks to growth and prices in the months ahead.
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APR 15, 2026
15/04/26 - Breakfast Bites: Emotional spending - Are you splurging based on feelings?It can be a cup of matcha. A trip to Bali. Just going through Shopee after a long day at work and checking out a cart of stuff you don’t really need.
We look at why 4 in 5 Singaporeans are impulse buyers, and share simple hacks to keep your "treat yourself" moments from breaking the bank!
Presented by Audrey Siek & Ryan Huang
Produced by Audrey Siek
Edited by Trisha Yeong
Music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors
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APR 14, 2026
14/04/26 - Bigger Pic: Singapore growth slows as global risks and inflation pressures buildSingapore’s economy expanded 4.6% in Q1 2026, missing expectations and slipping into a slight quarterly contraction. Manufacturing led the pullback while services lost momentum, even as construction held up. With energy prices rising amid global tensions, the central bank has tightened policy for the first time since 2022 to contain inflation, signaling a more cautious outlook ahead. Barnabas Gan, Group Chief Economist & Head, Market Research, RHB Bank shares how optimistic he is for the coming quarters.
Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang
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APR 14, 2026
14/04/26 - US Markets Wrap: Markets rebound as hopes build for a US Iran dealStocks reversed earlier losses to surge higher as optimism grew around a potential US Iran deal, with tech leading the recovery and erasing war driven declines. Oriano Lizza, Sales Trader, CMC Markets Singapore discusses whether the rally can last, key signals from inflation and earnings, and what to watch from US banks and upcoming China data.
Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang
Image: Gerd Altmann from Pixabay
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