Let's Talk, Singapore
About
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.
JAN 7, 2026
07/01/26 - Morning Shot: Working Longer — Can Older Workers Keep Up in a Digital Workplace?With Singapore set to increase its retirement age to 64 by July this year, more older adults are expected to remain active in the workforce for longer, raising important questions about skills, adaptability, and inclusion.
On this episode of Morning Shot, we speak with Tan Wee Liang, Generative AI Alumni, Vertical Institute, who upskilled in generative AI not just for himself, but to better support the seniors he teaches. He shares why access to technology alone isn’t enough, how intergenerational learning can shift mindsets on both sides, and what it really takes to keep older individuals confident, capable, and relevant in an increasingly digital workplace.
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JAN 6, 2026
06/01/26 - Breakfast Bites: Emergency funds - How much Is enough?You hope you’ll never need it — but when life throws a curveball, an emergency fund can make all the difference.
In this episode, we break down what an emergency fund really is, how much you should have, where to keep it, and how to build one even if money feels tight.
Presented by Audrey Siek & Emaad Akhtar
Produced by Audrey Siek
Edited by Trisha Yeong
Photo and music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors
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JAN 6, 2026
06/01/26 - Companies To Watch: Why Venezuela’s crisis is putting Chevron back in focusGeopolitical risk is back in focus for oil markets, following dramatic developments in Venezuela and fresh comments from Donald Trump on the country’s future and its oil resources.
On Companies to Watch, Dan Koh and Emaad Akhtar look at how Chevron, the only major U.S. oil producer still operating in Venezuela, has responded so far, why its shares have moved, and what this means for investors.
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JAN 6, 2026
06/01/26 - Morning Shot: Party rules, Parliament, and political accountabilityThe Workers’ Party has confirmed it is following up on a request by cadre members to convene a special cadre members’ conference, a rarely used mechanism provided for under the party’s rules. The development comes after WP chief Pritam Singh’s conviction for lying to Parliament’s Committee of Privileges was upheld by the High Court, and ahead of a scheduled parliamentary discussion on leadership implications this month.
On this episode of Morning Shot, Eugene Tan, Associate Professor of Law at Singapore Management University, explains what a special cadre members’ conference is, how such meetings are triggered, and how internal party processes fit within Singapore’s wider political system.
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JAN 6, 2026
06/01/26 - US Markets Wrap: How energy is powering markets higher despite weak dataWall Street has returned from the holidays with renewed momentum, pushing major indices to fresh highs even as manufacturing data weakens. Energy stocks are leading the charge following geopolitical developments in Venezuela, while investors weigh the implications for inflation, rates, and global supply.
Dan Koh speaks with José Torres, Senior Economist at Interactive Brokers, about what’s really driving these new market highs, where energy markets could go next, how to read China’s slowing service sector, and the key investing themes to watch as 2026 comes into focus.
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JAN 5, 2026
05/01/26 - Breakfast Bites: You've had fingerprints since before you were born!Here's something I bet you don't pay much attention to on a day-to-day basis. Here are a couple of clues - they are used in some notarization processes and known to be unique to each individual.
If you haven't guessed already - we're talking about fingerprints!
Emaad and Audrey reveal some fun facts about our mysterious friends!
Presented by Emaad Akhtar & Audrey Siek
Produced by Emaad Akhtar
Edited by Trisha Yeong
Photo and music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors
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JAN 5, 2026
05/01/26 - Companies To Watch: Tracking the stock pick challenge as the competition heats upThe stock pick challenge is back for its second edition, and the competition is heating up. We check in on the latest performance and key developments behind this quarter’s picks, Sea Limited, Schlumberger, Pacific Edge, and Wonik Holdings, as we track who’s pulling ahead and what’s been driving each stock.
From Southeast Asia tech and global energy services to healthcare diagnostics and Korean semiconductor equipment, we break down what’s changed and what investors should watch as the challenge unfolds.
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JAN 5, 2026
05/01/26 - Bigger Pic: Singapore ends 2025 strong, what PMI and GDP say about the global economy in 2026Singapore wrapped up 2025 with stronger-than-expected growth, as fourth-quarter GDP surprised on the upside and manufacturing activity stayed in expansion territory. But while the data point to resilience at home, global PMI readings suggest uneven growth and weaker confidence heading into 2026.
Dan Koh speaks with Pan Jingyi, Economics Associate Director at S&P Global Market Intelligence, to unpack what Singapore’s latest PMI and GDP numbers really mean, how sustainable the momentum is, and what the global PMI signals tell us about risks and opportunities in the year ahead.
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JAN 5, 2026
05/01/26 - Mind Your Business: How a Singapore company built a global compact equipment businessWhen we think of e-commerce, we don’t usually think of heavy machinery. But even compact construction equipment is now being bought and sold online. And it shows how even traditional industries are being reshaped by technology and global trade.
The Breakfast Show invites Dennis Tan, Founder of TYPHON Machinery as they discuss how the business identified gaps in the market, built its product offering, competed against larger brands, and scaled globally through digital channels.
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JAN 2, 2026
02/01/26 - Bigger Pic: From Surprises to Signals - Positioning Portfolios for 2026Despite widespread uncertainty, parts of the global economy proved more resilient than expected in 2025. However, big swings in currencies, commodities and China-related assets kept investors on edge. So what lessons should investors carry into 2026? Heng Koon How, Head of Markets Strategy at UOB, discusses what worked last year, where the risks and opportunities lie now, and how everyday investors should think about the US dollar, major currencies, gold, oil and China — plus the three macro indicators that matter most.
Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang
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