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.
DEC 29, 2025
29/12/25 - Companies To Watch: Why Silver is shining and what’s driving the record rallySilver prices have surged to record highs, turning the once-overlooked metal into one of the biggest market stories of the year.
Join Dan Koh and Audrey Siek as they discuss why silver behaves differently from gold, why it can be more volatile, and what everyday investors should watch next as prices push into uncharted territory.
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DEC 29, 2025
29/12/25 - Breakfast Bites: The true cost of Disney - Are memories worth the price tag?We all love Disney, right? The rides, the magic, the memories. But for Singaporean families, a Disney holiday can quickly turn into a serious financial decision.
On today’s Breakfast Bites, we break down the real costs, from flights and park tickets to hotels and premier passes, and explore why so many families are willing to stretch their budgets — or even go into debt — to make the dream come true.
Presented by Audrey Siek & Dan Koh
Produced by Audrey Siek
Edited by Trisha Yeong
Photo and music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors
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DEC 26, 2025
26/12/25 - Bigger Pic: Dollar Dominance Under Pressure, AI Hype on TrialThe US dollar has anchored the global financial system for decades, but cracks are beginning to show. At the same time, artificial intelligence is driving trillion dollar valuations even as real economy productivity gains remain uncertain. Tom Orlik, Bloomberg's Chief Economist examines what is changing beneath the surface of global markets. We explore why confidence in the dollar is being tested, what credible alternatives could look like, and whether AI investment is running ahead of economic reality.
Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang
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DEC 25, 2025
25/12/25 - US Markets Wrap: AI names & Q3 GDP outperform; high hopes for 'Santa Claus rally'Fabien Yip, Market Analyst, IG, discusses the AI rally, Q3 GDP outperforming expectations; the current Fed policy trajectory for 2026; a sliding greenback; and a stellar run for precious metals gold and silver.
Produced/Presented: Emaad Akhtar
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DEC 24, 2025
24/12/25 - Bigger Pic: Stocks, gold and growth signals at the end of 2025As 2025 draws to a close, markets have delivered strong gains. Global equities are up sharply, Singapore stocks have hit record highs, and gold has surged on geopolitical and rate-cut expectations. But beneath the headline numbers, questions remain about growth, valuations, and what lies ahead in 2026.
Dan Koh speaks with Vasu Menon, Managing Director of Investment Strategy at OCBC Bank, to break down the winners and losers of 2025, the chances of a Santa Claus rally, what US growth figures reveal about the economy, and how investors can prepare their portfolios for risks and opportunities in the year ahead.
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DEC 24, 2025
24/12/25 - Companies To Watch: Coca Cola’s Christmas testChristmas and Coca-Cola have long been intertwined, from the iconic red trucks to seasonal packaging and global campaigns. But this year, as the company reports solid third-quarter results and leans into its 2025 holiday campaign, the festive season is also shaping up as a market signal for consumer behaviour.
On Companies to Watch, Dan Koh and Emaad Akhtar unpack Coca-Cola’s latest financial performance, how its Christmas marketing is evolving in an age of AI and social media buzz, and what the holiday season reveals about brand power, consumer confidence and spending ahead of 2026.
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DEC 23, 2025
23/12/25 - Breakfast Bites: Reliving Emaad's 10-hour hair transplant op...4,234 grafts later!Earlier this month, Emaad decided - after much deliberation - to get a hair transplant done.
The location? Islamabad, Pakistan
The total number of grafts transplanted? 4,234
Tune in as Emaad relives the whole experience, from pre-op fears to being on the operating table to the meticulous aftercare protocols.
Presented by Emaad Akhtar & Ryan Huang
Produced by Emaad Akhtar
Edited by Dan Koh
Photo and music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors
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DEC 23, 2025
23/12/25 - Bigger Pic: Airline stocks to watch in 2026 - Cathay, Cebu Pacific, AirAsiaShukor Yusof, Founder & Analyst, Endau Analytics discusses the aviation industry outlook for 2026 from the perspective of potential jet fuel price trajectories, forex risks and geopolitical tensions, and how these factors may influence investor sentiment.
Produced and presented by Emaad Akhtar
Photo credit: ST File
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DEC 23, 2025
23/12/25 - Mind Your Business: How to run a restaurant without high rentWhat happens when you remove rent, large service teams, and foot traffic from the restaurant equation?
In this episode of Mind Your Business, Pristina Mok of Fragment Dining joins the Breakfast Show to discuss how she built a private dining business from her own home, the cost structures, pricing strategy, menu design, customer acquisition, and the trade-offs involved in building a sustainable, hands-on food business.
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DEC 23, 2025
23/12/25 - Companies To Watch: Can Airbnb capture the spirit of Christmas travel?As Christmas approaches, more travellers are choosing getaways and shared homes over traditional hotel stays, putting Airbnb firmly in focus during the peak holiday season.
On Companies to Watch, Dan Koh, Emaad Akhtar, and Ryan Huang look at how holiday travel trends have evolved in recent years, what Christmas demand reveals about consumer spending on experiences versus material gifts, and what investors should watch as the company heads into its most important travel quarter of the year.
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