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.
SEP 25, 2025
25/09/25 - US Markets Wrap: Tech Turbulence, Gold Surges, and Fed WatchU.S. stocks stumbled for a second day as AI leaders like Nvidia, Oracle, and Micron lose momentum amid concerns over sky-high valuations. Dilin Wu, Research Strategist, Pepperstone
discusses the risks and opportunities in tech, the bullish gold rally, and the dollar’s surprising strength. We explore what it all means for markets, Fed policy, and investors seeking opportunities across U.S. and Asian equities.
Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang
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SEP 25, 2025
25/09/25 - Mind Your Business: Why most AI projects failAI is reshaping how we work, but while 81% of organisations are piloting or scaling AI, only 15% succeed. So what separates flashy AI pilots from enterprise projects that truly scale?
The Breakfast Show speaks with Russell Fishman, Global Head of AI Solutions at NetApp to discuss why so many projects stall, which industries stumble most, the true cost of failed pilots, and the detailed solutions enterprises need to scale AI responsibly.
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SEP 25, 2025
25/09/25 - Companies To Watch: CAREIT IPO brings a new twist to Singapore’s REIT marketA new REIT has arrived on the SGX, and it’s all about accommodation! With its focus on worker dorms and student housing, Centurion Accommodation REIT is offering projected yields of 7 to 8 percent!
Join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they unpack its IPO details, strengths, and risks, and ask whether this new REIT belongs in your portfolio.
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SEP 25, 2025
25/09/25 - Morning Shot: Unpacking the UN's 80th General Assembly so farThe United Nations marks its 80th General Assembly in New York this week, with leaders gathering to debate conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine alongside wider challenges facing the global community. From humanitarian crises to climate risks and women’s rights, the session comes at a moment when international cooperation is being put to the test.
What should we watch for in the days ahead, and how might Singapore position itself in this complex landscape? Bhavan Jaipragas, Deputy Opinion Editor at The Straits Times, joins the Breakfast Show to share his insights.
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SEP 25, 2025
25/09/25 - Bigger Pic: Marketing on Full Throttle - How ION Orchard leverages the F1 buzzAs Formula 1 season revs up on our shores, many brands are constantly looking for ways to stand out and tap into such a global event - and that's when marketing innovation comes in at full speed.
We zoom over to the iconic ION Orchard as the mall shifts gears and turns to F1! We find out more about its "Live the Race" campaign from Yeo Mui Hong, CEO of Orchard Turn Developments.
Produced and Presented by Audrey Siek
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SEP 24, 2025
24/09/25 - Bigger Pic: Equities on the Rise - Global Markets, US Rate Cuts, and Singapore’s Next 50September has been a record-breaking month for global markets, with the Dow, S&P, and NASDAQ hitting all-time highs. Asian equities have also soared, led by KOSPI and Hang Seng gains, as investors shift from fixed income to equities in search of higher returns. In Singapore, initiatives like the Equity Market Development Programme and new rules for single-family offices are strengthening the local market, while a strong IPO pipeline promises more opportunities ahead.
Lee Kian Soon, CEO of Astral Asset Management unpacks what these developments mean for investors and what to watch in the final quarter of 2025, from China’s 15th Five-Year Plan to the next Fed decision.
Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang
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SEP 24, 2025
24/09/25 - US Markets Wrap: Fed Cuts, Strong Earnings, and the AI SupercycleWhile global forecasts are improving, U.S. markets continue to defy tariff headwinds with record earnings, margin expansion, and surging AI-driven investment. Laila Pence, President & Co-Founder, Pence Wealth Management explores how monetary policy, labor market shifts, and the AI supply chain are shaping the next phase of the economy — from small caps and financials to hyperscaler spending that could define the next industrial revolution.
Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang
Image: Gerd Altmann from Pixabay
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SEP 24, 2025
24/09/25 - Breakfast Bites: Parenting tips that may help boost your kids' social skillsHow can I help my child develop strong social skills?
It's probably a question many parents tend to ask themselves from time to time. After all, building a strong foundation at a young age can be hugely beneficial when adulthood approaches.
Emaad, Ryan and Audrey share some interesting insights from a mother (who has observed 200 parent-child relationships).
Have a listen!
Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek
Produced by Emaad Akhtar
Edited by Trisha Yeong
Photo and music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors
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SEP 24, 2025
24/09/25 - Mind Your Business: Building trust in the renovation businessIn Singapore’s booming renovation scene, scams and disputes cost homeowners millions each year. But where others saw problems, Wenny Lim saw a chance to build solutions.
Join the Breakfast Show as they invite Wenny Lim, Co-founder and COO, Homepay to explore her journey from losing her commissions to co-founding HomePay, a platform designed to protect homeowners, and the entrepreneurial lessons of resilience.
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SEP 24, 2025
24/09/25 - Companies To Watch: Is BYD still a buy after Buffett’s exitBYD shares fell after Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway sold its entire stake and the company cut its 2025 sales target. Yet BYD is expanding globally with a new Hungary plant and breaking records with its Yangwang hypercar.
Join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they unpack what this means for its global brand and whether the stock still has momentum.
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