Let's Talk, Singapore

China's struggling economy has had one costly consequence - a rising youth unemployment rate. Fed up with the lack of job opportunities in urban cities, the country's Gen Z and millennials are increasingly publicizing their discontentment, documenting their rural day-to-day "retirement" lives on social media. Emaad and Ryan dive deeper into this growing trend. Presented by Emaad Akhtar & Ryan Huang Edited by Emaad Akhtar Music and photo credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors

In the crowded food industry, one salad bar is proving that business can be a force for good. By combining healthy, accessible meals with a socially conscious mission, this company has grown rapidly while staying true to its values. Recently recognized as a Company of Good and achieving Social Enterprise Status, how does this unique business continue to expand while making a positive difference? We speak with Charmaine Low, Owner & CEO, SMOL, founded in 2017, showing that small steps can lead to big change. Presented by Emaad Akhtar  This podcast is produced and edited by Anthea Ng (nganthea@sph.com.sg) She produces Mind Your Business, Biz-How-To and Breakfast Special segments on the Breakfast Show. Do contact her for topics: C-Suite, SME, Startups, Health-tech, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town.

With less than a month to go in the race to the White House, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are locked in a neck-to-neck final sprint.  Just recently, we witnessed an even-tempered and policy-focused vice-presidential debate - with few political body blows between their running mates, Republican JD Vance and Democrat Tim Walz. With polling averages showing all seven battleground states nearly tied, what else must the candidates do to capture the much-needed vote share to emerge victorious? On this episode of Morning Shot, Suzanne Chod, Professor of Political Science at North Central College shares her insights. Presented by: Emaad Akhtar  Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)

Matt Taylor, Senior Director, FTI Consulting, discusses how markets are set up for the week after a stronger than expected NFP reading for September, and also previews the US earnings season to kick off on Friday with banks leading the charge. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang

From spending weekends in car workshops to driving digital transformation across Asia Pacific, this tech leader’s journey is a blend of passion and business acumen. Having restored rare vintage cars and volunteered as a rugby coach in a school while juggling a high-profile corporate role, his dynamic approach extends into his leadership style, especially as he helps businesses navigate the AI revolution. With AI set to redefine industries, what must businesses in Singapore do to stay ahead of the curve? Here's our conversation with Terry Smagh, Senior Vice President & General Manager, Asia Pacific and Japan, Infor.  Presented by Emaad Akhtar  This podcast is produced and edited by Anthea Ng (nganthea@sph.com.sg) She produces Mind Your Business, Biz-How-To and Breakfast Special segments on the Breakfast Show. Do contact her for topics: C-Suite, SME, Startups, Health-tech, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town.

On World Cotton Day, Emaad and Ryan delve into the origins of this valuable material, its common properties, and some creative uses of cotton balls to trouble-shoot everyday issues! Presented by Emaad Akhtar & Ryan Huang Edited by Emaad Akhtar Music and photo credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors

China’s Golden Week holiday is often seen as an important time of the year to gauge China’s domestic demand, including retail and box office sales, tourism and catering.  This has taken on extra significance this year, with economists and traders looking to see if President Xi Jinping’s latest stimulus blitz can reinvigorate the country’s downcast consumers. So, how golden is this year’s Golden Week for the world’s second largest economy?  On this episode of Morning Shot, Zhou Hao, Chief Economist, Research Department, Guotai Junan International shares his insights. Presented by: Emaad Akhtar & Ryan Huang Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Photo credits: Qilai Shen/Bloomberg

AI is rapidly evolving from a futuristic concept to a core component of today’s business strategies. Generative AI, in particular, is revolutionizing industries by reshaping roles, enhancing workflows, and sparking new innovations. As more companies adopt AI-driven solutions, the demand for AI-related skills is skyrocketing. So, how can individuals and businesses upskill themselves in this transformative field and prepare for an AI-powered future? Here's our conversation with Amos Tan, Chief Core Skills Officer, NTUC Learning Hub. Presented by Ryan Huang  This podcast is produced and edited by Anthea Ng (nganthea@sph.com.sg) She produces Mind Your Business, Biz-How-To and Breakfast Special segments on the Breakfast Show. Do contact her for topics: C-Suite, SME, Startups, Health-tech, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town.

In the wake of the pandemic, Singapore’s nightlife scene is at a crossroads. With the founders, who are former competitors, of iconic venues joining forces to create a first-of-its-kind all-in-one entertainment venue where you can work, dine and play high above Marina Bay, they aim to tackle the challenges of the current market while meeting the diverse needs of modern consumers. Can this new $12 million venture successfully revitalise Singapore’s nightlife and the entertainment sector? Here's our conversation with Joshua Schwartz, Co-Founder and CEO, Centre of the Universe (C.O.T.U) & Phillip Poon, Co-Founder, Centre of the Universe (C.O.T.U) and Nightlife Expert. Presented by Emaad Akhtar This podcast is produced and edited by Anthea Ng (nganthea@sph.com.sg) She produces Mind Your Business, Biz-How-To and Breakfast Special segments on the Breakfast Show. Do contact her for topics: C-Suite, SME, Startups, Health-tech, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town.

Heng Koon How, Head of Markets Strategy, UOB discusses the trajectory of oil and gold prices amid escalating Middle East tensions; whether China's latest set of stimulus measures will trigger a economic turnaround; the implications of US port strikes on the Fed's fight against inflation; and what this all means for the US dollar. Produced/Presented: Yeap Jun Rong