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 24, 2025
24/09/25 - Morning Shot: Trump’s US$100,000 H-1B Fee and the FalloutPresident Donald Trump announced a US$100,000 fee on H-1B visas on Friday, in what could be the most sweeping change to America’s skilled worker programme in decades. The move has rattled tech giants, sparked warnings of talent flight, and raised questions about whether protectionism will come at the cost of US innovation.
So what does this say about Trump’s broader immigration agenda, how might it affect the global race for tech talent, and what opportunities or risks does it present for Asia? Bryan DeAngelis, Partner and Head of the Washington Office at Penta Group, joins the Breakfast Show to break down the stakes in Washington and beyond.
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SEP 23, 2025
23/09/25 - Bigger Pic: Are employees splashing the cash on business trips?SAP Concur recently unveiled the latest edition of its Global Business Traveller Survey, which revealed key employee spending behaviours on business trips.
Charlie Sultan, President, Concur Travel, SAP Concur, discusses how business travellers' spending habits have evolved; generational differences in the way travellers are stretching their allowances; navigating the line between company responsibility and personal choice when it comes to travellers' willingness to spend their own money to enhance a trip; and how companies can rethink their approach to business trips to balance comfort and cost against the backdrop of shrinking travel budgets.
Produced & Presented by: Emaad Akhtar
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SEP 23, 2025
23/09/25 - Mind Your Business: The business of meaningful giftsIn Singapore, gifting is changing. A recent study found that 72% of people value the thought behind a gift more than its price, and 66% see gifting as a way to show someone how special they are. That shift from transaction to meaning is reshaping not just personal traditions, but the way companies connect with clients and partners.
The Breakfast Show invites Ellie Lim, the founder of The Luvine Story, to share her entrepreneurial journey, the business model behind The Luvine Story, and what her story teaches us about resilience, reinvention, and building businesses with purpose.
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SEP 23, 2025
23/09/25 - Companies To Watch: The Next 50 stocks to watch on SGXBeyond the Straits Times Index, Singapore investors now have two new benchmarks: the iEdge Singapore Next 50 and the Liquidity-Weighted Next 50.
Join Dan Koh and Emaad Akhtar as they explain what they track, why SGX launched them, how they’ve already outperformed the STI, and what this means for investors looking at Singapore’s mid-cap opportunities.
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SEP 23, 2025
23/09/25 - Morning Shot: What Stood Out on Parliament’s First DayOn the first day of debates on the President’s Address, MPs pressed the Government on Singapore’s position in the Gaza crisis, enforcement against vaping and drug-laced Kpods, and accountability for recent train disruptions.
So what do these exchanges reveal about the Government’s priorities heading into this new term, and what should Singaporeans be watching for in the days ahead? Nicholas Fang, Managing Director at Black Dot, joins the Breakfast Show to unpack the top takeaways and their implications for Singaporeans at home and abroad.
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SEP 23, 2025
23/09/25 - US Markets Wrap: AI Leaders, Defence Supercycle, and Essential NichesJoseph Shaposhnik, Founder & Portfolio Manager of Rainwater Equity breaks down the latest market themes shaping investor sentiment. We explore why some AI leaders may be better long-term bets than consensus expects, and where opportunities lie amid market volatility — including a potential defence sector supercycle driven by surging demand in key regions. Plus, we dive into strategies for identifying companies that dominate essential niches, creating lasting value through strong pricing power and resilience against disruption.
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SEP 23, 2025
23/09/25 - Breakfast Bites: “IRL” events - Making friends the old-new wayWhen was the last time you made a new friend… in real life, not from LinkedIn, not from a networking event – just, a fun activity?
Gen Zs seem to be leaning into what’s called “IRL events”: not a planned networking mixer, not organized speed dating; but a bread making class, sushi rolling courses and sports where you get paired up with strangers.
Audrey, Emaad and Ryan talk about this new digital generation putting down their devices, and are now combining passion and interest with the desire to meet new people.
Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang and Emaad Akhtar
Produced by Audrey Siek
Edited by Trisha Yeong
Photo and music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors
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SEP 22, 2025
22/09/25 - Bigger Pic: New SGX Indices, Fed Cuts & the Q4 Market PlaybookSingapore investors have a new way to diversify their portfolios, thanks to the launch of SGX’s iEdge Singapore Next 50 Indices, which track the next tier of large and liquid companies beyond the Straits Times Index. This comes at a critical time for global markets, as the Federal Reserve kicks off a fresh rate-cut cycle and investors brace for key US data, including PCE inflation and Q2 GDP, that could shape the final stretch of 2025. Vasu Menon, Managing Director, Investment Strategy, OCBC Bank unpacks what these developments mean for Singapore stocks, global markets, and safe-haven assets like gold, while sharing strategies for navigating both the opportunities and risks in the months ahead.
Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang
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SEP 22, 2025
22/09/25 - Breakfast Bites: Would you ever consider going car-free if you aren't already?It's World Car Free Day!
It's no secret that cars and other four-wheeled vehicles contribute significantly to global carbon emissions.
And this is why going green (at least for one day in a year) can be a positive step in the other direction.
On this edition of Breakfast Bites, the crew dive into the origins of World Car Free Day and explore cities around the world that have adopted car-free initiatives!
Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek
Produced by Emaad Akhtar
Edited by Trisha Yeong
Photo credit: Lim Yaohui (The Straits Times)
Music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors
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SEP 22, 2025
22/09/25 - Mind Your Business: Building a wine business in AsiaWine is more than a drink. It’s a global industry worth hundreds of billions, and Singapore is one of Asia’s fastest-growing premium markets. So what does it take to run a wine business, from vineyards to distribution hubs like our little red dot?
Join the Breakfast Show as they invite Jarrod Englefield, Commercial Director, Misty Cove Wines & Maggie Christie, New Zealand's Trade Commissioner to Singapore to discuss how New Zealand positioned itself as a premium wine leader, how Singapore shapes regional consumption trends, and what entrepreneurs can learn about scaling, sustainability, and standing out in a competitive space.
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