Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek
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Get a head start to your work day with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek from 6am to 9am. Listen to insightful discussions on the stories and issues that matter the most to you and be apprised of the markets and the companies to watch.
JAN 28, 2025
28/01/25 - Mind Your Business: How this husband-wife power duo juggle businesses of their own & familyWhether you're leading an emerging business or helming an established enterprise, it’s no easy feat keeping the business a thriving one.
Aside from that, imagine having to juggle the stress and expectations of managing a business, versus family.
On this episode of Mind Your Business, Mark Lee, CEO of Sing Lun Holdings and Nominated Member of Parliament and Kelly Keak, Managing Director, MTM Skincare Singapore - a husband-wife power duo who have both taken over their families’ businesses - share their insights.
Presented by: Audrey Siek
Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)
Assistant Producer: Muhammad Nazirul Asrar
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16:45
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JAN 28, 2025
28/01/25 - Breakfast Bites: Ang Bao Rates for 2025 - Who do you give, and how much??It’s every kid’s favourite, and many married couples brace themselves for this time of year. Yep - it’s time to hand out, give and receive those Angbaos!
Those little red packets are packed with tradition, luck, and prosperity, but how much should you actually give?
Audrey and Ryan dive into the 2025 ang bao rates, tips on giving within your means, and even the rise of e-ang baos.
Presented by Audrey Siek & Ryan Huang
Produced and Edited by Audrey Siek
Music and picture credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors
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06:02
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JAN 28, 2025
28/01/25 - Morning Shot: How much calories are in your favourite Chinese New Year snacks?As the Chinese New Year feasting gets into full swing, you might want to keep a mental note of what you’re eating and how the extra portions are adding up.
Before you dig into those goodies this Chinese New Year, we break down the calorie count for you on this episode of Morning Shot, with Professor William Chen, Director of Food Science and Technology Programme and the Future Ready Food Safety Hub at NTU.
Presented by: Audrey Siek
Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)
Assistant Producer: Muhammad Nazirul Asrar
Photo credits: Asian Inspirations, Michelin Guide, Giant, Generali
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09:06
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JAN 28, 2025
28/01/25 - US Markets Wrap: How justified is the DeepSeek-driven sell-off? And are investors having a "risk-on" attitude when even the slightest threat of tariffs on China would throw markets in a tizzy?Joseph Sroka, Chief Investment Officer & Co-Founder at NovaPoint Capital shares his insights on the latest investor reaction to DeepSeek and how President Donald Trump might approach this development. He also weighs in on whether it is surprising that Trump has yet to impose additional tariffs on China, whether investors should be parking their money on oil given Trump's interest in the sector, and expectations on upcoming Fed actions in the coming weeks.
Presented by: Ryan Huang
Produced by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)
Assistant Producer: Muhammad Nazirul Asrar
Photo credits: Greg Baker/AFP/Getty Images
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10:19
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JAN 27, 2025
27/01/25 - Bigger Pic: Magnificent 7 earnings, FOMC in focusDaphne Tan, Director of Business Development, CMC Markets Singapore discusses what to look out for this week with earnings reports from Tesla, Apple, Microsoft and Meta. She also previews the Federal Reserve's first meeting for 2025.
Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang
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07:29
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JAN 27, 2025
27/01/25 - Mind Your Business: Exploring deeper business partnerships beyond 5 decades of diplomatic ties between Finland and SingaporeBilaterally, Singapore and Finland enjoy good cooperation in areas such as trade and investment, research and development, education, urban planning and social policies.
However, the five-decade long diplomatic ties between Finland and Singapore have evolved into a robust partnership, not just on the political and cultural front, but in business as well.
What are the challenges do business leaders face when it comes to ensuring successful collaborations across borders?
On this episode of Mind Your Business, Irma Ylikangas, Counsellor for Innovation & Trade Affairs at the Embassy of Finland Singapore shares her insights.
Presented by: Audrey Siek
Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)
Assistant Producer: Muhammad Nazirul Asrar
Photo credits: ScandAsia
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16:03
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JAN 27, 2025
27/01/25 - Breakfast Bites: 'Huat' kind of mandarin oranges are you gifting this CNY?We’re peeling back the layers of a Chinese New Year essential—mandarin oranges! We’ll dive into their symbolism, the rules of gifting, and the varieties available, so you’ll be all set to spread good fortune and joy this festive season.
Audrey and Ryan chat about the different varieties, and basic rules around gifting the fruit.
Presented by Audrey Siek & Ryan Huang
Produced and Edited by Audrey Siek
Music and picture credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors
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05:55
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JAN 27, 2025
27/01/25 - Morning Shot: How many of Trump's executive orders will make it through?President Donald Trump’s second term is off and running with a slew of executive actions signed in his first week and more promised in the days and weeks to come.
Under the banner of his “America First” agenda, Trump repealed dozens of former President Joe Biden’s actions, began his immigration crackdown, and withdrew the US from the Paris climate accords.
But, what hurdles might he face before his plans become reality?
On this episode of Morning Shot, Bruce Ackerman, Sterling Professor of Law and Professor of Political Science at Yale University shares his insights.
Presented by: Audrey Siek
Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg)
Assistant Producer: Muhammad Nazirul Asrar
Photo credits: Evan Vucci / AP Photo
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13:52
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JAN 24, 2025
24/01/25 - Bigger Pic: MAS eases for the first time since 2020 amid easing price pressuresChang Wei Liang, DBS FX and credit strategist discusses the significance of Singapore’s central bank easing its monetary policy settings for the first time since 2020.
Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang
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08:14
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JAN 24, 2025
24/01/25 - Breakfast Quiz: Can you think of a word starting with the letter 'F' for these 10 categories?In today's Breakfast Quiz, Emaad tests Ryan and Audrey's ability to conjure up words starting with the letter 'F' across 20 categories - 10 each!
Play along and see how you do!
Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek
Produced & edited by Emaad Akhtar
Photo and music credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors
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