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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.

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8:47

Bigger Pic: The real currency in marketing is…...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/08/28

A report from impact.com and Cube Asia shows that micro and nano influencers are steadily earning consumer trust, even as bigger creators face skepticism across Southeast Asia. These smaller-scale voices are emerging as powerful partners for brands that want genuine, measurable connections. Adam Furness, Managing Director for APAC at impact.com, unpacks how these shifts are reshaping the rules of marketing. Produced and presented by Audrey SiekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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12:05

KPMG - Be in Front: People - At the Heart of...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/08/28

In this episode of Be In Front, a special series in partnership with KPMG in Singapore, we explore how people are the true differentiator for businesses navigating change. Shelley Chan, Partner of People, Performance and Culture at KPMG in Singapore, shares her journey from Edinburgh to Singapore, and how saying “yes” to opportunities shaped her global perspective. She discusses what agility looks like in practice, how to balance breadth with depth in talent development, and why putting

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9:35

Companies To Watch: Weight loss but profits up with...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/08/28

Obesity treatments are evolving, and one pharmaceutical giant is making headlines with a tiny but mighty pill. Eli Lilly, a company with over 140 years of history in innovation, is stepping into uncharted territory with its oral GLP-1 weight-loss drug, orforglipron—a potential game-changer in a market dominated by injectables. Join Dan Koh and Emaad Akhtar as they tear down the story behind the company, the science behind orforglipron, and what it means for investors and the future of

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7:55

Bigger Pic: China’s Market Rally: Boom or Bust?

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/08/27

Despite mounting pressure from US tariffs and a lingering property crisis, Chinese stocks are on a tear. In the past month alone, onshore equities have surged by nearly a trillion dollars in value. The Shanghai Composite has reached a decade-high and the CSI 300 has moved into bull market territory. Behind the market’s exuberance, economic indicators such as weak consumption, falling home prices, and sluggish inflation are flashing warning signs. Vasu Menon, Managing Director of Investment

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13:58

Mind Your Business: The startup that wants to end...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/08/27

With rents soaring and remote work on the rise, young adults in Singapore are paying more but often getting less. In fact A 2023 McKinsey study found that one in three Gen Z and Millennial adults report feeling always or often lonely. In this episode of Mind Your Business, the Breakfast Show invites Casa Mia Coliving co-founders, Eugenio Ferrante and Ahmed Nizar, who are rethinking housing by focusing on something often overlooked: belonging. From their psychology-based housemate matching to simple

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12:24

Morning Shot: Fires at home - Protecting Lives, Homes...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/08/27

Fatal fires in Singapore are on the rise, with at least eight deaths reported so far this year. From faulty batteries to kitchen accidents, the risks are varied and often overlooked until tragedy strikes. But beyond knowing how to react in an emergency, another question looms: what happens if your home, or your neighbour’s, is damaged in a fire? David Sun, Crime Correspondent at The Straits Times & Justin Chan, Managing Partner, Justin Chan Chambers LLP join the Breakfast Show to unpack

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6:16

Breakfast Bites: Be honest... have you lied on your...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/08/26

Fluent in French? Proficient in Excel? When it comes to our CVs, everyone’s added a little polish, right? The hope is always that it won’t come up or they won’t put you to the test... but asurvey by FlexJobs found that 1 in 3 workers admit to lying on their résumés. The Breakfast Show chats about the most common fibs, and what to do instead! Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang and Emaad Akhtar Produced by Audrey Siek Edited by Trisha Yeong Photo and music credit:

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9:22

Companies To Watch: Should investors buy into the new...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/08/26

Not too long ago, the crown jewel of Southeast Asia’s markets was a bank. DBS symbolised stability, trust, and the financial backbone of Singapore. But today, that story is changing. Sea Group, the tech giant behind Shopee, Garena, and SeaMoney, has just overtaken DBS to become Southeast Asia’s most valuable publicly traded company. This isn’t just a shuffle on the leaderboard. It’s a symbol of something bigger: the digital economy in Southeast Asia isn’t just catching

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8:58

Bigger Pic: Aviation sector resilient despite major...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/08/26

Subhas Menon, Director General, Association of Asia Pacific Airlines,discusses the airline sector's ongoing resilience in the form of strong passenger and cargo growth numbers, aided by lower fuel costs; headwinds affecting supply chains including tariffs and conflicts; and the industry outlook for the remaining of 2025. Produced & Presented by Emaad Akhtar Photo Credit: The Straits TimesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:43

Breakfast Bites: Did you know that dogs can sense the...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/08/26

Did you know that dogs were the very first animals to be domesticated by humans? Or that they can sense the Earth's magnetic field? If you'd like to find out more about these and other fun facts, "paw-lease" tune in to Breakfast Bites on International Dog Day! 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 contributorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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12:15

Mind Your Business: How SōngHè is Reinventing a...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/08/26

For over 30 years, SōngHè has been more than just a rice brand in Singapore — it’s been a symbol of comfort, care, and tradition at the dinner table. What started as a family business has grown into a household name, trusted for its consistency across generations. Now, SongHe is entering a new chapter with the launch of SōngHè Plus, Singapore’s first enriched fragrant rice fortified with fibre, iron, zinc and folate. Ally Ng, Marketing Director at SōngHè joins

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7:37

Bigger Pic: Powell signals for rate cuts, citing jobs...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/08/25

Mel Siew as Portfolio Manager, Asia Credit (Public Markets),Muzinich & Co. discusses what's in store for markets as Fed Chair Jerome Powell gives a stronger signal for a rate cut in September's FOMC meeting amid growing risks to the labour market. He also previews Nvidia's earnings report later in the week that could help markets grind to new record highs. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:57

Breakfast Bites: Is milk a must-have for stronger bones?

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/08/25

We have long been fed the narrative that drinking plenty of milk is a pre-requisite for maintaining a healthy set of bones. But is it really essential? Emaad and Audrey dissect what the experts are saying. Presented by Emaad Akhtar & Audrey Siek Produced by Emaad Akhtar Edited by Dan Koh Photo and music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:58

Mind Your Business: How Play Nation went from a Board...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/08/25

In 2009, Play Nation opened its doors as one of Singapore’s first board game cafés, a cosy hangout where friends could gather over food, laughter, and endless rounds of play. What began as a niche idea has since grown into a creative powerhouse that designs toys, builds original IPs, and partners with global icons like Sanrio. Join the Breakfast Show as they sit down with Kai Jun Wong, Founder and Managing Director of Play Nation, to unpack the entrepreneurial journey behind the brand

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7:09

Breakfast Bites: Let’s say you used CDC vouchers to...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/08/24

A viral story on Tiktok has started an online debate; and it’s all about our beloved CDC and SG60 vouchers. A woman went on a date and decided to pay for the meal when she realised the restaurant accepts vouchers! Score! On the ride back, the guy said it was “embarrassing” that she used the vouchers to pay. But why? Didn’t the meal get paid for? How would YOU feel? Audrey, Emaad and Ryan discuss the broader discussion on “voucher etiquette” - is there such a

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10:48

US Markets Wrap: Rate cut forecasts down; further Fed...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/08/22

Ryan Detrick, Chief Market Strategist, Carson Group,discusses why investors may not need to be too concerned about a fifth straight day of losses for the S&P 500 and tech stocks; how markets reacted to Walmart earnings; Fed Chair Powell's upcoming speech at Jackson Hole; and latest details about the US-EU trade agreement. Produced & Presented by Emaad AkhtarSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:41

Breakfast Quiz: You use it daily but how well do you...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/08/22

It might be something we use every day, but how well do we know its history? On this edition of the Breakfast Quiz, Emaad puts Audrey's knowledge of the Internet to the test. Join in on the fun and see how you fare! Presented by Emaad Akhtar & Audrey Siek Produced by Emaad Akhtar Edited by Dan Koh Photo and music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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14:30

Mind Your Business: How Spaceman is unlocking the...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/08/22

In a city where every square foot counts, how we furnish our homes is more than a style choice. It’s a lifestyle and financial decision. Join the Breakfast Show as they sit down with Matt Levin, Co-founder & Managing Director, Spaceman, who’s spent 14 years transforming the way Singaporeans live with smart, space-saving furniture. They explore how furniture can adapt to life, unlock hidden value, and redefine the meaning of home.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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9:05

Bigger Pic: From Swipe to Strategy - Citi’s...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/08/22

From rewards and perks to data-driven insights and personalized experiences, Citi is reimagining the card not just as a payment product, but as a bridge into long-term wealth management.Sanjay Nambiar, Head of International Cards and Unsecured Lending at Citi Wealth shareshow Citi is transforming cardholders into wealth clients, the signals they watch for, and what affluent customers really value when it comes to their financial journey Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for

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10:37

Companies To Watch: Why fashion giant GUESS is going...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/08/22

From the mall runways of the 90s to the boardrooms of Wall Street, Guess has always been a brand with flair. But now, it’s making headlines for a very different reason. The fashion retailer has agreed to a $1.4 billion deal to go private, backed by Authentic Brands and its own co-founders. What does this mean for shareholders cashing out, for the company’s future strategy, and for an industry under pressure? Dan Koh and Audrey Siek dissect the latest take-private deal, breaking down

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