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.
MAR 11, 2026
11/03/26 - Bigger Pic: China’s Growth Target Meets Rising Geopolitical RiskChina has set a 4.5 to 5 percent growth target at this year’s National People’s Congress, signaling a more pragmatic approach as the world’s second largest economy grapples with weak demand, property stress and deflationary pressures. At the same time, escalating tensions around Iran are raising questions about energy security, trade routes and the broader balance of power between China and the United States. Alicia García-Herrero, Chief Economist for Asia Pacific at Natixis CIB, shares what the latest policy signals from Beijing mean for growth, markets and China’s role in an increasingly uncertain global economy.
Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang
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MAR 11, 2026
11/03/26 - Mind Your Business: Can a 40 year old snack still win over Gen Z?How does a pineapple tart brand stay relevant beyond Chinese New Year?
Adrian and Gordon Ang of Kele join the Breakfast Show to share how they transformed a family confectionery into a recognised Singapore Heritage Brand through rebranding, premium positioning, e-commerce strategy and cross-generational collaborations.
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MAR 10, 2026
10/03/26 - Breakfast Bites: Is it smart to take on high-visibility tasks during appraisal season?It's appraisal time. Your performance for the year is about to be scrutinised.
You might be thinking: should I take on more high-visibility tasks to give myself a higher chance of being promoted?
That's the question we explore on today's Breakfast Bites.
Emaad and Ryan share the experts' views on why employees choose this path as well as some drawbacks of doing so, including the risk of a widening gap between perceived and demonstrated performance.
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 10, 2026
10/03/26 - US Markets Wrap: Markets Whipsaw on Iran HeadlinesUS markets staged a dramatic turnaround after early losses of nearly 900 points in the Dow, closing higher as signals emerged that tensions with Iran may be easing. Matt Maley, Chief Market Strategist, Miller Tabak breaks down what drove the reversal, whether oil markets overreacted to worst-case scenarios, and how investors should interpret geopolitical headline risk.
Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang
Image by Mohamed Hassan from Pixabay
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MAR 10, 2026
10/03/26 - Mind Your Business: How SMEs can cut costs and carbon at the same timeDiesel generators still power events, construction sites and mobile operations across Singapore, but carbon pricing is starting to change the cost model.
Colin Peh, Founder of GoRental SG joins The Breakfast Show to explain what businesses get wrong about clean energy adoption, why storage matters as Singapore targets 3 GWp of solar by 2030, and how SMEs can think practically about grants and green financing.
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MAR 10, 2026
10/03/26 - Morning Shot: Deliveroo’s Exit - The End of Cheap Convenience?Deliveroo’s decision to exit Singapore has sparked concerns about higher delivery fees, fewer choices for consumers, and weaker bargaining power for riders and F&B operators. But is this really about one company leaving or is it a broader reset of Singapore’s convenience economy?
Sumit Agarwal, Low Tuck Kwong Distinguished Professor of Finance, Economics and Real Estate at the National University of Singapore Business School, joins the Breakfast Show to unpack whether Singapore’s food delivery market is simply moving toward its natural state and what that means for consumers, workers and businesses in Singapore.
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MAR 9, 2026
09/03/26 - Bigger Pic: Protracted Middle East tensions likely to squeeze business profit marginsPan Jingyi, Economics Associate Director, S&P Global Market Intelligence discusses whether Singapore's latest factory activity numbers suggest continued optimism, the implications of a sharp rise in global manufacturing input prices; what a protracted conflict in the Middle East means for the wider business sentiment / growth outlook; and key takeaways from China's Two Sessions.
Produced & Presented by Emaad Akhtar
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MAR 9, 2026
09/03/26 - Work Smart: The Right Way to Ask for Help at WorkMany professionals hesitate to ask for help at work because they worry it might make them look incapable. But research in workplace psychology suggests the opposite: high performers tend to seek clarification and input earlier, helping them avoid costly mistakes and move projects forward more effectively.
This episode explores why asking for help is often misinterpreted as weakness, and how framing your question the right way can signal initiative, preparation, and ownership.
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MAR 9, 2026
09/03/26 - Breakfast Bites: Incentivising your kids - are money rewards bribery?Would you pay your child for scoring an A? Or give them cash for doing chores? We dive into the parenting debate around incentivising kids — from paying for grades to rewarding good behaviour. With Singapore parents already spending billions on tuition, does adding financial rewards motivate kids… or make learning transactional?
We break down the poll results and explore where the sweet spot might be between encouragement and bribery.
Presented by Audrey Siek & Emaad Akhtar
Produced by Audrey Siek
Edited by Trisha Yeong
Music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors
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MAR 6, 2026
06/03/26 - Bigger Pic: From Building Maintenance to Space TechInvestors are often searching for the next hidden opportunity in the market, sometimes these can be in smaller companies where new catalysts can unlock growth. Jarick Seet, Head of Small-Mid Caps, Maybank Securities Singapore shares a closer look at two Singapore names with very different stories but potentially strong momentum. One is a familiar engineering contractor exploring technology and new revenue streams to boost margins. The other is a niche satellite communications player tapping into rising global demand for connectivity and drone applications.
Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang
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