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.
FEB 9, 2026
09/02/26 - Bigger Pic: Singapore’s PMI Pops - Real Momentum or Regional Sugar RushSingapore has kicked off 2026 strongly, with the PMI rising to 56.8 in January, marking a year of expansion driven by faster new business and hiring, even as costs stay elevated. That strength contrasts with a tentative global recovery, where manufacturing PMI is just 50.9, while Japan’s post-election policy clarity and improving PMI add a fresh regional tailwind. Pan Jingyi, Economics Associate Director, S&P Global Market Intelligence looks at thethe question of whether Singapore’s momentum is sustainable or partly sentiment-driven.
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FEB 9, 2026
09/02/26 - Mind Your Business: How a second generation founder modernised a family beauty businessAs the beauty and aesthetics industry evolves, legacy businesses face a choice: adapt or fade.
On Mind Your Business, the Breakfast Show speaks with Sandra Koh of Bio Aesthetic about rebuilding trust through data-backed treatments, restructuring a family business, and redefining what longevity looks like in a changing market.
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FEB 9, 2026
09/02/26 - Work Smart: Why Reflection Makes You Better at Your JobPausing to reflect can feel like wasted time in a busy schedule. But your brain doesn’t improve simply by doing more, it improves by noticing patterns and adjusting behaviour. Research on learning and performance shows that reflection plays a critical role in this process.
This episode breaks down why reflection matters for workplace learning, and how small, intentional pauses can lead to better decisions and long-term skill development.
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FEB 9, 2026
09/02/26 - Companies To Watch: Amazon earnings beat but stock slumps as big capex loomsAmazon posted strong revenue growth and solid cloud performance in its latest earnings report, but investors were more focused on an aggressive $200 billion capital expenditure plan and softer near-term profit guidance.
Dan Koh and Ryan Huang break down the latest results, what the numbers say about AWS and core retail, why the stock fell, and what investors need to watch next.
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FEB 9, 2026
09/02/26 - Morning Shot: Japan’s Decisive Vote - What Takaichi’s Supermajority ChangesJapan’s voters have spoken — delivering Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi a powerful supermajority just four months into her leadership. It comes at a moment when Japanese voters are feeling the strain of rising living costs, markets are uneasy over proposed tax cuts, and the region is watching closely as Tokyo sharpens its stance on defence, China and Taiwan.
Dr. Lim Tai Wei, Adjunct Senior Research Fellow at the East Asian Institute, National University of Singapore, joins the Breakfast Show to unpack what this election changes and what businesses and investors in Singapore should be watching next.
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FEB 6, 2026
06/02/26 - Bigger Pic: How investors are rethinking AI infrastructure and healthcareMarkets have turned more selective as volatility returns and investors demand clearer earnings and efficiency. The focus has shifted from big ideas to real-world constraints, from whether AI spending can deliver returns, to whether power and grid infrastructure can keep up, and why healthcare is back on investors’ radar.
On The Bigger Picture, Dan Koh speaks with Charu Chanana, Chief Investment Strategist at Saxo about the key themes shaping markets right now and how investors should think about positioning in a more demanding investment environment.
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FEB 6, 2026
06/02/26 - Mind Your Business: Building a women’s tailoring business and competing with fast fashionFrom investment dressing to the rise of tailored workwear, women’s fashion is evolving alongside shifting consumer expectations.
The Breakfast Show invites Frederieke van Doorn, founder of FREY, to discuss business timing, manufacturing challenges, pricing strategy, and how niche brands can stand out in a market dominated by fast fashion and mass production.
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FEB 6, 2026
06/02/26 - Companies To Watch: E.L.F Beauty delivers strong earnings and expands its growth strategyE.L.F. Beauty posts a standout earnings quarter, raises full-year guidance, and reshapes its future with the billion-dollar acquisition of Hailey Bieber’s Rhode brand.
Dan Koh and Ryan Huang unpack what’s driving performance today and how the Rhode acquisition could influence the next phase of growth.
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FEB 6, 2026
06/02/26 - Breakfast Quiz: Are you huat or not? Let's test you on your Chinese New Year knowledge!Chinese New Year is almost here, and this week’s breakfast quiz is all about the meanings behind the munchies and traditions. From oranges and bakkwa to lion dances and lo hei, it’s a festive deep dive into wealth, luck, and symbolism. Think you know your CNY facts? Find out in this edition of "Huat or Not"!
Presented by Audrey Siek & Ryan Huang
Produced by Audrey Siek
Edited by Trisha Yeong
Photo and music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors
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FEB 5, 2026
05/02/26 - Bigger Pic: Unpacking the state of data centre REITs in 2026Data centre REITs sit at the heart of digital growth, but rising rates and other risks have tested the sector. Digital Core REIT CEO John Stewart breaks down where the market stands now, what’s stabilising, and what investors should watch heading into 2026.
Produced and presented by Audrey Siek
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