Let's Talk, Singapore

What's your favourite movie? Did you enjoy living there? How did you break into the industry? These are familiar questions you've probably asked or been asked at some point in your life during a conversation with a stranger, in the hopes of getting to know them a bit better. Light, informal banter, or "small talk," as its affectionately known around the world.  Some are naturals, and have the gift of the gab, while others struggle in an unfamiliar environment. But we could all use a few tips or tricks to help improve our small talk game. On this edition of Breakfast Bites, Emaad and Ryan let us in on some of these tips. Presented by Emaad Akhtar & Ryan Huang Produced & Edited by Emaad Akhtar Music and photo credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors 

Ahead of the 27-member European Union elections earlier this month, experts had predicted a right-wing surge during the four-day exercise. And that is exactly what happened. While the election didn't produce a populist majority, the center lost more ground as compared to the last vote in 2019. French President Emmanuel Macron's party was handed a stunning defeat by the far-right, leading him to call for snap parliamentary elections at the end of the month. So how will the outcome of this election impact and continuing rise of Euroscepticism potentially impact the future of the bloc? Ruben Durante, Professor, Department of Economics, NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, shares his opinion on this episode of Morning Shot. Presented, Produced & Edited by: Emaad Akhtar  Photo credits: The Straits Times

A smile is worth a thousand words. But for some people, flashing a big smile might be tough due to stained teeth and that stains their confidence. So, how much does it cost to whiten teeth? And how long does it take to achieve that pearly white teeth? With a groundbreaking new startup in Singapore, the answer might surprise you. Founded by two passionate entrepreneurs, this venture is set to revolutionise oral care, making high-quality solutions accessible to everyone. Their innovative product, a toothbrush that is designed for convenience and effectiveness, promises to transform your daily dental routine and bring out your brightest smile. Curious to know more? Lenney Leong, Co-founder, SmileFam &  Brett Lu, Co-founder, SmileFam share how they’re putting radiant, healthy smiles within reach for all. 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, Healthtech, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town.

Jay Woods, CMT, Chief Global Strategist, Freedom Capital Markets shares his insights on Apple's latest announcements surrounding AI and personal intelligence, Nvidia's stock split, as well as the meme stock rally in recent weeks whether the mania is set to last. Presented by: Ryan Huang Producer: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)  Graphics credits: pixabay & its talented community of contributors  Photo credits:  Gamestop - Michael Nagle | Bloomberg | Getty Images Apple - Justin Sullivan/Getty/Apple/Tom’s Guide

Charu Chanana, Head of FX Strategy and Global Market Strategist at Saxo discusses what's behind the 40 percent plunge in Gamestop despite influencer Roaring Kitty's first appearance in four years. She also looks at the calendar this week including what's being priced into the FOMC rate meeting after stronger than expected non-farm payrolls data for May.

In the age of social media (read: LinkedIn), the idea of a physical, paper business card might be considered a relic of the past.  But many still find a lot of value in our traditional, rectangular-shaped friends.  How useful are they, and how can we strive to make our business cards more eye-catching and appealing? Emaad and Ryan share their own and the views of experts on this edition of Breakfast Bites! Presented by Emaad Akhtar & Ryan Huang Produced & Edited by Emaad Akhtar Music and photo credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors 

What happens when a childhood dream of becoming a pilot shifts to a successful stint in the music and entertainment scene, to a pioneering journey in eco-friendly manufacturing? Discover the story of a man who transformed his setbacks into success, becoming the driving force behind Singapore’s largest print agency , followed by the first eco-solutions manufacturing plant. We speak with Muralikrishnan Rangan, CEO and Co-Founder, Green Lab to learn how he combines creativity, sustainability, and innovation to revolutionise industries and inspire 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, Healthtech, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town.

Finding the right fintech partner is pivotal for businesses looking to thrive in today's digital economy. But what are the key criteria to take into consideration and is there a way or a trial period to help identify the best fit? Low Cher Hao, Director of SME and Growth for Airwallex breaks it down for us. 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, Healthtech, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town.

The World Health Organisation has recently called for more action toward preparedness against food safety threats. According to the global health body, ten percent of people fall ill from contaminated food annually and over 200 diseases stem from contaminated food. On this episode of Morning Shot, Dr Simone Moraes Raszl, Scientist for Multisectoral Action in Food Systems at the Department of Nutrition and Food Safety of the World Health Organisation shares her insights on the key changes on international food security landscape, how issues in developed and developing nations are interlinked and what consumers can and should be looking out for when buying or preparing their own food.   Presented by: Emaad Akhtar  Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Photo credits: pixabay & its talented community of contributors 

That Friday feeling is back! And today is a special one because it also happens to be World Donut Day - the perfect excuse to tuck into one of life's great guilty pleasures. On today's edition of Breakfast Bites, Emaad and Ryan explore the history of our delectable round friends, including how its signature hole was (allegedly) invented. You do-nut want to miss this one! Presented by Emaad Akhtar & Ryan Huang Produced & Edited by Emaad Akhtar Music and photo credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors