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 1, 2026
01/04/26 - Morning Shot: Singapore’s 10-Cent Recycling Scheme - Will It Change Habits?From April 1, Singapore’s Beverage Container Return Scheme kicks in with consumers paying a refundable 10-cent deposit on bottled and canned drinks. With more than 1,000 reverse vending machines rolling out across the island, the goal is clear: boost recycling rates and cut contamination.
But with a transition period, rejected bottles, and questions around convenience, how smoothly will this shift in behaviour play out? And what will it take for the system to actually work at scale?
Ang Qing, Correspondent at The Straits Times (covering environment & sustainability) joins the Breakfast Show.
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MAR 31, 2026
31/03/26 - Breakfast Bites: What should you do if you're being gaslighted at work?Have you ever been criticised, had your achievements diminished, or doubted yourself for no apparent reason in the workplace?
If your answer is a yes, this might be an indicated that you were being gaslighted.
On this edition of Breakfast Bites, Emaad and Ryan explore the origins of gaslighting, common signs employees should look out for, and when / how to escalate if needed.
Presented by Emaad Akhtar & Ryan Huang
Produced by Emaad Akhtar
Edited by Trisha Yeong
Music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors
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MAR 31, 2026
31/03/26 - Bigger Pic: Will Regional Flight Cuts Hurt Singapore?As Middle East tensions continue to disrupt oil supplies, resulting in higher fuel prices, some airlines have responded with flight cuts. BrendanSobie, Independent Analyst & Consultant, Sobie Aviation, discusses how Changi airport has performed from a passenger traffic perspective so far this year; the most prominent flight cuts and what they mean for Changi's operations in the weeks ahead; and whether budget airlines might be losing their price advantage.
Produced & Presented by: Emaad Akhtar
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MAR 31, 2026
31/03/26 - US Markets Wrap: Tech’s Tumble, Micron’s AI Paradox, and the SpaceX OrbitVolatility is back with a vengeance. Steve Sosnick, Chief Strategist at Interactive Brokers breaks down a turbulent Monday on Wall Street as the S&P 500 slipped for its third straight session, settling at 6,344 — now more than 9% off its recent closing highs. While the Dow managed a slight gain, the Nasdaq bore the brunt of the selling, sliding 0.7% as investors grappled with a "higher-for-longer" reality. Despite Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s attempts to soothe the market, surging oil prices and a steep 1% drop in the tech sector sent the VIX, Wall Street’s "fear gauge", piercing through the 30 level for the first time in a year.
Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang
Image: leo from pixabay
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MAR 31, 2026
31/03/26 - Mind Your Business: What investors really look for in founders todaySingapore has invested heavily in research and innovation, particularly in deep tech and science-driven sectors. But a growing question is emerging: are strong ideas translating into real, scalable businesses?
The Breakfast Show invites Theodora Lai, Principal at Tembusu Partners & Director of the Singapore Valley Awards, to discuss her perspective on the gap between innovation and execution, what investors are actually looking for in founders, the common blind spots among technical entrepreneurs, and how exposure to faster-moving markets is shaping a new generation of execution-ready founders.
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MAR 31, 2026
31/03/26 - Companies To Watch: The AI biotech company everyone is watchingInsilico Medicine has just signed a deal worth up to $2.75 billion with Eli Lilly, putting the spotlight firmly on AI-driven drug discovery.
In this episode of Companies to Watch, Dan Koh and Ryan Huang break down what Insilico Medicine actually does, why its Hong Kong IPO drew massive investor demand, and what this latest partnership means for the future of healthcare.
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MAR 31, 2026
31/03/26 - Morning Shot: The “Reliable Employee” TrapAlways the one people count on to get things done? That reliability might be your biggest strength but it could also be quietly shaping your career path.
From being stuck in operational roles to missing out on leadership opportunities, how do you avoid being typecast?
Archana Srinivasan, Founder & Director, Alchemy People Partners (a HR consultancy firm) joins The Breakfast Show.
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MAR 30, 2026
30/03/26 - Bigger Pic: Beyond the Headlines of Energy Shocks and Tech ValuationsOil markets are reeling this Monday as Brent crude surges past $115 a barrel. Following new missile strikes in the Middle East by Yemen's Houthi movement, the global energy supply faces a fresh wave of uncertainty that threatens to transform into a broader demand shock. Martin Hennecke, Head of Asia & Middle East Investment Advisory, St. James’s Place shares how investors can navigate this volatility without falling into the trap of over-leverage or short-term speculation. He also explores the shifting dynamics of global wealth as Dubai faces a critical test of its reputation as a geopolitical safe haven.
Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang
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MAR 30, 2026
30/03/26 - Mind Your Business: How serial entrepreneurs think about businessArtificial intelligence is rapidly transforming how businesses operate, from automation and productivity tools to entirely new ways of scaling personal expertise. One emerging concept is the “digital twin”, an AI system designed to mirror a person’s thinking and communication style.
In this episode of Mind Your Business, The Breakfast Show speaks with Sabrina Wang, Founder of People’s Inc. 360 and Royal Visionary Society to discuss her journey building multiple ventures and creating Seraphina, an AI twin trained on her digital footprint, and the lessons she’s learned from building and scaling companies.
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MAR 30, 2026
30/03/26 - Companies To Watch: Meta’s business model is being questioned like never beforeMeta is facing one of its biggest challenges yet. After a landmark U.S. ruling found the company liable for designing addictive social media platforms, its stock has taken a hit, raising deeper concerns about legal risks, regulatory pressure, and the sustainability of its core business model.
In this episode of Companies to Watch, Dan Koh and Ryan Huang break down what this ruling really means, why investors are reacting so strongly, and how it could reshape not just Meta, but the entire social media industry.
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