x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek

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.

news business news

All Episodes

12:01

Companies To Watch: Is DBS the best bank stock to own...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/10/08

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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

en-US

11:59

Mind Your Business: Building smarter businesses...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/10/08

Voice 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

en-US

14:23

Morning Shot: Second Careers, Second Chances

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/10/08

More 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,

en-US

10:34

Bigger Pic: China's extended Golden Week holiday...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/10/07

What do you get when China's Golden Week, National Day and the Mid-Autumn Festival converge? A "super holiday," which has the potential to be a massive driver of growth for the country's tourism sector. Online travel agency Trip.com revealed several key shifts in the way Chinese travellers are planning their trips for the holiday. Edmund Ong, General Manager, Trip.com Singaporedives into the details. Produced & Presented by: Emaad AkhtarSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

6:21

Breakfast Bites: Career highs - how to stand out...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/10/07

If you don't quite know how to go about sharing career highlights on social media without coming across as a show off - don't worry, you're not alone. Emaad and Audrey share experts' takes on showcasing your achievements online whilst maintaining your values and benefiting others. Presented by Emaad Akhtar & Audrey Siek Produced by Emaad Akhtar Edited by Trisha Yeong Photo credit: Straits Times Illustration (Lee Yu Hui) Music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee

en-US

13:12

Mind Your Business: What it takes to build a beverage...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/10/07

Singapore’s beverage scene is crowded, competitive, and dominated by global giants. Yet shifting consumer demand for healthier, lower-sugar options is opening new doors, especially for ready-to-drink teas and functional drinks. The Breakfast Show invites Chester Koh, founder of Merlyo Beverages on Mind Your Business to discuss all about the realities of starting up in Singapore’s F&B space, the lessons from moving from military life into entrepreneurship, and what it takes to

en-US

12:24

Morning Shot: Trump’s Gaza Proposal, Two Years After...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/10/07

Two years after the October 7 attacks, the Gaza war shows glimmers of movement as President Donald Trump unveils a 20-point peace plan, accepted by Israel and partially acknowledged by Hamas. The proposal lays out an immediate ceasefire, hostage releases, and a transitional technocratic government for Gaza, but key disputes over disarmament and Israeli withdrawal remain. As talks begin in Cairo, Trump has urged all sides to “move fast,” warning that further delay could bring

en-US

10:05

Companies To Watch: Samsung’s rising role in the AI...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/10/07

Samsung isn’t just about Galaxy phones anymore. With its latest collaboration with OpenAI, the company is cementing its role as a global AI infrastructure leader. But can it balance innovation in consumer tech with the volatility of chips and fierce competition from rivals? Join Dan Koh and Audrey Siek as they explore how this move could reshape its growth story, and whether the risks of cyclicality, smartphones, and global competition could limit its upside.See omnystudio.com/listener for

en-US

11:08

Bigger Pic: Reading market signals from the PMI to...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/10/06

Global manufacturing is stabilising, but the recovery remains uneven across regions. Singapore’s factories are finding their footing again amid tariffs and soft demand, while markets worldwide brace for the next move from the U.S. Federal Reserve. Dan Koh speaks with Pan Jingyi, Economics Associate Director at S&P Global Market Intelligence, to unpack what the latest PMIs and the upcoming Fed minutes reveal about the health of global trade, inflation pressures, and Asia’s growth

en-US

11:28

Mind Your Business: Making AI work for SMEs

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/10/06

AI is reshaping industries, but many SMEs struggle to adopt it meaningfully. Costs, skills, and strategy often stand in the way. Join the Breakfast Show as they speak with Percy Hung, Co-Founder of Choco Up to find out how local businesses can approach AI adoption, avoid common pitfalls, and build the financial foundations to scale responsibly.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

12:14

Companies To Watch: Investing showdown - Alibaba,...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/10/06

It’s time for The Breakfast Show’s monthly stock face-off. Four picks, three bull cases each, and one clear winner by month-end. Dan Koh’s betting on Alibaba, banking on its AI-and-chips transformation. Emaad Akhtar’s countering with Pfizer, and its promising pharma pipeline. Ryan Huang’s going with Genus, turning bull genetics into a billion-dollar business. And Audrey Siek’s pick? Pop Mart, riding Asia’s collectible craze. From tech to pharma, agriculture

en-US

6:09

Breakfast Bites: Every skyline tells a story -...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/10/06

From the Eiffel Tower in Paris to Sydney’s Opera House, iconic structure define cities all around the world. But what about Singapore? From the iconic Marina Bay Sands to the lush Jewel Changi Airport, the city is packed with architectural gems. Audrey and Emaad explore the stories behind these landmarks, the creativity that shaped them, and why even everyday buildings can be works of art. Presented by Audrey Siek and Emaad Akhtar Produced by Audrey Siek Edited by Trisha Yeong Photo and music

en-US

6:15

Breakfast Quiz: Step into the driver's seat and test...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/10/03

Formula 1 is back in town for another edition of the Singapore Grand Prix! And that means another quiz that is set to test your on-track (and off-track) knowledge! Are you ready to rev your engines? It's lights out and away we go! Presented by Emaad Akhtar & Audrey Siek Produced by Emaad Akhtar Edited by Trisha Yeong Photo and music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

10:36

Bigger pic: From tariffs to tech, what’s next for...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/10/03

Global equities recovered in 3Q 2025 after April’s tariff-triggered sell-off, with Asia leading the charge while Europe slipped behind. But as we head into the final quarter of the year, investors face fresh uncertainties, from a dovish Fed and stretched valuations to Trump-era policy risks and a U.S. government shutdown. In this episode of The Bigger Picture, Dan Koh speaks with Sean Quek, Managing Director & Senior Portfolio Manager at Paragon Capital Management Singapore, to unpack the

en-US

12:17

Mind Your Business: Is your business wasting ad dollars?

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/10/03

Every year, more than US$100 billion is lost to wasted or fraudulent digital ads. In APAC, and especially Singapore, the problem is even more pronounced, with ad violations nearly double the global average. In this episode of Mind Your Business, the Breakfast Show speaks to Mark Zagorski, CEO, DoubleVerify about why so much ad spend is being wasted, the risks beyond just money, how AI is reshaping the advertising landscape, and why businesses need to take action before the year-end shopping

en-US

11:32

Companies To Watch: Investing in Formula One - Is...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/10/03

As Marina Bay prepares for one of the most spectacular races of the year, investors are looking at FWONK, the Formula One Group’s Nasdaq-listed stock, as a way to invest in the spectacle itself. From surging share prices and global expansion to MotoGP’s blockbuster acquisition,Dan Koh and Audrey Siek dive into the bull and bear cases that could determine whether FWONK keeps pole position or risks a slowdown.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

5:39

Breakfast Bites: Do you know the origins of the...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/10/02

October 2nd is designated as World Peace Day by the Soka Gakkai, a global Buddhist movement. The day serves as a wonderful reminder to promote harmonious relationships between friends, loved ones, and nation-states. One of the most effective ways cultures and traditions have depicted peace is through universally recognized symbols, such as the olive branch, dove, V-hand signal and rainbow. But do you know the origins of these peace symbols? Listen in to this edition of Breakfast Bites to find out!

en-US

14:52

Mind Your Business: Rewinding the future of TV

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/10/02

In the U.S., streaming has overtaken broadcast and cable for the first time. But Asia tells a different story. Pay-TV here is still projected to grow from US$63.8 billion in 2024 to more than US$71 billion by 2033, with millions of households in Hong Kong, Malaysia, and even Singapore sticking with curated channels. On Mind Your Business, the Breakfast Show invites Avi Himatsinghani, Founder and CEO of Rewind Networks to find out how a Singapore-headquartered company built a regional presence

en-US

9:41

Bigger Pic: Fast cars, smooth skin? Find out how F1...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/10/02

Elemis has joined forces with the Aston Martin Aramco F1 Team as their official skincare partner, bringing high-performance beauty to the high-octane world of racing. This partnership is redefining brand innovation and engaging F1’s growing female fanbase. Amy Mansell, Chief Global Partnerships Officer at Elemis, takes us behind the scenes to reveal how two seemingly different worlds can come together in style, speed, and strategy. Produced and Presented by Audrey SiekSee

en-US

12:04

Companies To Watch: Are Nike’s earnings a sign...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/10/02

With revenue steady but net income falling sharply, Nike’s results raise a big question: is consumer demand holding up, or starting to crack? Find out with Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they explore the bullish case for a brand-led recovery and the bearish view of fading consumer power.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

en-US

3,131 results

Similar Podcasts

Expres Ráno

Expres FM

PBS News Hour - Full Show

PBS NewsHour

CD Voice

China Daily

Israel Today: Ongoing War Report

Noa Levi

Jeffrey Epstein: The Coverup Chronicles

Bobby Capucci