Live Well with Michelle

Could your CDC vouchers, GST vouchers and cash payouts be worth more than you think? Hosted by Michelle Martin, Ayush Goyal, Country Manager of SingSaver and MoneyHero Singapore, shares how households can turn government support into a smarter financial plan. From making the most of payouts and SRS tax savings to getting financially ready for a BTO, discover practical ways to create more breathing room and get ahead in 2026. The show starts with a bite of AI news.

Why are traders flocking to the mid cap Space X IPO adjacent stock? Are US stocks outside of AI rallying? Leading chip stocks are sinking; we ask why and  look at Broadcom, Micron, and ARM. Closer to home, we examine the potential impact of proposed US tariffs on Singapore exports. Plus, Marco Polo Marine, CapitaLand Ascendas REIT, HSBC, AIA and Lululemon Are all in today's Up or Down. And with World Cup season upon us, could there be a lull that non-football fans can take advantage of?

What if the biggest investment you ever make isn’t in stocks, property or a business - but in yourself? Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode explores the journey of Elfaine Tan, Founder of I'M IN, who started selling clothes from a tiny coffee shop display space and went on to build a regional brand without venture capital or outside investors. Discover why she walked away from the corporate path after the acquisition of Sample Store by Singpost, how she and her husband risked S$100,000 of their own savings to start again. This is a conversation for anyone who wants to build their dream business.

Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode explores Meta’s push into AI-powered business agents. We unpack Morgan Stanley’s bullish call on Yum Brands, the parent of KFC, Pizza Hut and Taco Bell. We also examine reports that Singapore could face a 12.5% US tariff following a forced labour trade probe, alongside the Trump administration’s latest efforts to revive its tariff agenda after legal setbacks. In Up or Down, in focus are Indonesian markets, ByteDance founder Zhang Yiming, Macy’s and Broadcom.

Everyone wants financial freedom - but what if your magic number is wrong? Hosted by Michelle Martin, Elijah Lee, Senior Financial Services Manager at Phillip Securities, unpacks new findings from CIMB InsureXpo 2026 showing more Singaporeans are targeting to retire as early as their 40s.

What happens when children can get answers instantly but struggle to think deeply? Hosted by Michelle Martin. As reading for pleasure falls to record lows and AI becomes an everyday tool, we explore why deep reading, critical thinking and interpretation may be the most valuable skills of the future. Jovin Loh, CEO and Co-Founder of Academia, shares how education shapes confidence, resilience and a child's sense of self beyond grades. Discover practical ways families can nurture focus, curiosity and lifelong learning in a world of endless information.

Could the SpaceX IPO trigger the next great investing frenzy just as markets sit near record highs?  Michelle Martin puts the question to Tim Phillips. With investors debating whether the rally can continue, we explore concerns over and a possible pullback. Tim Phillips, Founder of TimTalksMoney, explains why your biggest financial wins may come not from stock picking but from getting your priorities right. From CPF and SRS to investing and emergency funds, discover what matters most at different income levels. Plus, why earning more money doesn't automatically mean building more wealth.

Can SpaceX justify a US$1.75 trillion valuation while Marvell becomes Wall Street's newest AI darling? Hosted by Michelle Martin, she unpacks SpaceX's blockbuster IPO plans and how Elon Musk is pitching Starlink, AI infrastructure and the xAI ecosystem to investors.  We also explore why Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's endorsement sent Marvell soaring and what it says about the next wave of AI winners. In Up or Down, we track Mapletree Investments, Nio, General Mills, Victoria's Secret and Li-Ning. Plus, what these stories reveal about the future of AI, consumer brands and global investing.

She had a stroke while driving, a road accident, but continued to drive and even parked! Then she realised she had lost her ability to speak. Former Microsoft senior executive Mira Ros tells Michelle Martin more about how the stroke allowed her to touch "meta-awareness". Find out why this unusual survivor says the experience has taught her life-lessons we can all use for a life of meaning, joy and even to manifest our desires. Join Michelle Martin in conversation with Mira Ros, author of Your One Precious Life.

(UPDATE: FULL AUDIO FILE UPLOADED 3 JUN 2026) What do Berkshire Hathaway, Alphabet, Nvidia and DBS all have in common? They’re placing billion-dollar bets on where growth is headed next. Berkshire Hathaway’s first major post-Buffett moves reveal confidence in two powerful themes: housing and artificial intelligence. We unpack Berkshire’s acquisition of Taylor Morrison and its deeper investment in Alphabet as Google raises US$80 billion to fund AI ambitions. Wall Street shrugs off rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions, pushing to fresh record highs as investors focus on earnings and growth. Nvidia expands beyond data centres into AI-powered PCs, while Hewlett Packard Enterprise shows how AI spending is creating winners across the technology ecosystem. Back home, DBS signals the next phase of growth with an aggressive wealth-management expansion across Asia-Pacific, reinforcing a key trend for Singapore banks. Hosted by Michelle Martin, featuring insights on Berkshire Hathaway, Alphabet, Nvidia, Microsoft, Dell, HP, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Broadcom, DBS, OCBC and UOB.