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.
OCT 9, 2025
09/10/25 - Bigger Pic: How can SMEs better adopt and scale up innovation?Innovation is a key buzzword in business, but for many SMEs, putting it into practice is easier said than done. Despite government support in areas like AI, digitalisation, and sustainability, too many companies still struggle to adopt the right technologies and scale up effectively.
Michael Goh, CEO of IPI Singapore, explores the real challenges businesses face, and how to turn policy into practice.
Produced and Presented by Audrey Siek
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OCT 9, 2025
09/10/25 - Companies To Watch: Can Gold’s $4,000 safe-haven rally last?It’s a record-breaking moment for gold as prices cross US$4,000 an ounce, driven by safe-haven demand amid a US shutdown, weaker dollar, and mounting central-bank buying. But is this the start of a long-term run, or the peak of investor euphoria?
Join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they unpack why gold’s rally has gained unstoppable momentum, and whether it’s still worth buying at these levels.
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OCT 9, 2025
09/10/25 - Mind Your Business: Lessons from rebuilding a family renovation businessRenovation horror stories are common, but some businesses are trying to change the way things are done.
The Breakfast Show speaks with Benjamin Toh, Director and Interior Designer, M2 Decor, who shares how he rebuilt a struggling family business, why he chose to keep an in-house team of craftsmen, and what it takes to run a sustainable design firm in a crowded market.
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OCT 8, 2025
08/10/25 - Breakfast Bites: Feuding Colleagues - How to stay professional when tensions riseDisagreements at work are inevitable, but when tensions start to simmer between colleagues, how do you prevent them from derailing team morale and productivity?
Emaad and Audrey unpack experts’ takes on managing conflict constructively, keeping conversations focused on solutions and maintaining professionalism when emotions run high.
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OCT 8, 2025
08/10/25 - US Markets Wrap: Buying pullbacks in equity market a smart play for investorsChris Weston, Head Of Research, Pepperstone, weighs in on US President Trump's "hardball tactics" vis-a-vis his threats to furlough federal workers should the government shutdown continue; why the "buy everything" trade is still a hit among market participants; crypto's latest trajectory;
Produced & Presented by: Emaad Akhtar
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OCT 8, 2025
08/10/25 - US Markets Wrap: Gold breaks $4,000-an-ounce barrier - could there be more upside?Joseph Sroka, Chief Investment Officer & Co-Founder, NovaPoint Capital discusses sector rotation towards utilities and healthcare; continuing implications of the US government shutdown; expectations for Q3 earnings; gold's first foray into the $4,000 / ounce territory; and why investors should double down on long-term plays.
Produced & Presented by: Emaad Akhtar
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OCT 8, 2025
08/10/25 - Bigger Pic: Are Singapore REITs back in play for income investorsSingapore REITs have rallied more than 20% in 2025, buoyed by easing bond yields and resilient demand across offices, retail and logistics. But despite the rebound, the sector still trails broader Asian equities, raising questions about whether valuations can stretch further.
Dan Koh speaks with Xavier Lee, Equity Analyst at Morningstar, to unpack the latest Morningstar Industry Pulse Q3 2025 Report, from what’s driving the recovery to which sectors stand out, how rate cuts could shape returns, and the S-REITs that still offer compelling value today.
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OCT 8, 2025
08/10/25 - Companies To Watch: Is DBS the best bank stock to own in Singapore right now?DBS just hit an all-time high, crossing the S$150 billion mark and outpacing OCBC and UOB. But in a normalising rate environment and with tech risks still lingering, can the bank sustain its run, or is it time for investors to take profits?
Find out with Dan Koh and Emaad Akhtar as they unpack what’s driving its dominance, how it’s managed to widen its moat, and whether investors should still be buying at these levels, or waiting for a breather.
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OCT 8, 2025
08/10/25 - Mind Your Business: Building smarter businesses through Voice AIVoice AI is one of the fastest-growing applications of artificial intelligence, with the market expected to reach USD 47 billion by 2034. And today, Singapore is emerging as a key testbed. From call centres to healthcare and eldercare, voice-led interactions are reshaping how we connect.
The Breakfast Show invites Christopher Connolly, Solution Engineering Lead, APJ, Twilio &Muhammad Hazwan Bin Ismail, Lead Innovation Catalyst at Lions Befrienders to discuss how voice AI is transforming both business and society.
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OCT 8, 2025
08/10/25 - Morning Shot: Second Careers, Second ChancesMore Singaporeans in their 40s and 50s are rethinking their careers, some by choice, others by circumstance. Whether triggered by retrenchment, a desire for more meaningful work, or the need to stay relevant in a changing economy, starting over midlife brings both opportunity and uncertainty.
Noel Ang, Principal Career Coach, Workforce Singapore and Cheong Choy Kiew, Executive and Team Coach, Batang Tiga Consulting, who made her own successful mid-career switch after decades in the corporate world, join the Breakfast Show to discuss what it takes to make that leap, how employers can better support career transitions, and what a “second career” can really mean later in life.
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