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Let"s Talk, Singapore

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 —

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14:47

Bigger Picture: Gender inclusion & diversity at the...

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2024/03/08

Mak Yuen Teen, Professor (Practice) of Accounting & Director at the Centre for Investor Protection, NUS Business School, National University of Singapore, discusses whether companies' motives for engaging in ESG practices have changed in the past year; what more can be done to improve gender diversity at the corporate level and the benefits of setting specific targets; and how Singapore stacks up internationally. Presented by Ryan Huang Podcast edited by Emaad Akhtar (eakhtar@sph.com.sg)See

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13:41

Mind Your Business: Scent-savvy sisters' tips on...

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2024/03/08

Gifts are wonderful, especially when they surprise us at our doorstep. But recent perfume subscription scandals have left people cautious. And a pair of sisters, Sadira Yeong & Co-founder, Scentses + Co & Sabreena Yeong, Co-founder, Scentses + Co have broken the code and share tips on how to spot these red flags. Presented by Emaad Akhtar This podcast is produced and edited by Anthea Ng (nganthea@sph.com.sg) She produces Mind Your Business, Biz-How-To and Breakfast Special segments on

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4:51

Breakfast Bites: International Women's Day -...

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2024/03/08

On International Women's Day, we cast our minds back in history to celebrate some of the famous female inventors humanity has witnessed. We feature the inventors of computer programming, the life raft, groundbreaking telecommunication research, monopoly and the first 100% solar-powered house! Emaad and Ryan explore further. Presented by Emaad Akhtar & Ryan Huang Produced and edited by Emaad Akhtar Music credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors See omnystudio.com/listener

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11:43

Morning Shot: How Singaporean women are leading winds...

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2024/03/07

In line with International Women’s Day, 10 women will be inducted into the Singapore Women’s Hall of Fame this year. The list is secret for now but we reveal 1 out of the 10 on this episode of Morning Shot ahead of the induction on Mar 8. It’s none other than Sylvia Toh, Pioneering humour writer and the Grandmother of Singlish. She shares more about her personal journey carving a career in humour writing and how she become the "Grandmother of Singlish". Koh Yan Ping, CEO, Singapore Council of

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5:02

Breakfast Bites: Bill Gates forked out nearly $31...

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2024/03/07

For centuries, books have come to represent the fastest and most effective way for us to enhance our knowledge about virtually anything. Which civilization was responsible for inventing these treasured creatures? What is the best-selling book of all-time? And find out which book Bill Gates forked out nearly $31 million for in 1994! Emaad and Ryan explore further. Presented by Emaad Akhtar & Ryan Huang Produced and edited by Emaad Akhtar Music credits: Pixabay & its talented community of

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8:29

Bigger Picture: Fed says too early to cut rates, but...

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2024/03/07

Manpreet Gill, Chief Investment Officer, Africa/Middle East/Europe, Standard Chartered, dissects Fed Chair Jerome Powell's semiannual testimony on interest rate cuts; whether China's 5% growth target is achievable and enough to lift Chinese markets over a sustained period of time; the investor outlook for US and Japanese markets; why Bitcoin is proving attractive; and factors driving gold prices. Presented by Ryan Huang Podcast edited by Emaad Akhtar (eakhtar@sph.com.sg)See omnystudio.com/listener

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9:03

Mind Your Business: Condos - out of reach for average...

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2024/03/07

In the midst of soaring property prices in land-scarce Singapore, the burning question arises: Are condominiums slipping out of reach for the average Singaporean? How much should one earn to afford that dream condominium? Evan Chung, Head of KF Property Network offers insights from their latest Wealth Report, to uncover the income thresholds, explore popular districts, oversupply concerns, and trends shaping Singapore's real estate landscape in 2024. Presented by Ryan Huang , Emaad Akhtar and

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5:11

Breakfast Bites: A tax on beards and windows?!? Who...

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2024/03/06

Nobody enjoys paying their taxes, but its a part and parcel of life. We might be used to more conventional forms of taxation in the modern era, but during historical times, some very strange ones were in place (albeit, for not very long). A tax on beards, and on windows, are just two of the more bizarre taxes that were implemented. Emaad and Ryan explore further. Presented by Emaad Akhtar & Ryan Huang Produced and edited by Emaad Akhtar Music credits: Pixabay & its talented community of

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7:25

Bigger Picture: Markets react to China's 5% GDP...

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2024/03/06

Thomas Taw, Head of APAC iShares Investment Strategy, BlackRock, discusses the market reaction to China's 5% GDP growth target; the potential trajectory of Japanese markets; whether the weakening yen will be a headwind for markets against the backdrop of potential BOJ tightening; and expectations for Fed Chair Jerome Powell's semiannual testimony. Presented by Ryan Huang Podcast edited by Emaad Akhtar (eakhtar@sph.com.sg)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:42

Mind Your Business: Print more while being more...

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2024/03/06

Traditional laser printers emit around 22 kilograms of CO2 annually. This is comparable to driving a car for about 80km. The carbon footprint of conventional printers can be surprisingly high, considering everyday use in offices and homes. In this episode of sustainability focus on Mind Your Business, we look at a global leader in the printer space on their initiatives to redefine the eco-conscious tech landscape. Derek Tan, Head of Sales and Marketing, Epson Singapore sheds light on the company’s

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8:21

Morning Shot: When the line is crossed under...

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2024/03/06

59-year-old Singaporean businessman Philip Chan was recently being designated a "politically significant person" under Singapore's foreign interference law. But when do your activities with a foreign organisation cross the line? On this episode of Morning Shot, Dylan Loh, Assistant Professor at the NTU School of Social Sciences weighs in. Presented by: Emaad Akhtar Produced and edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Graphics credits: LianheSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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5:01

Breakfast Bites: The history of names; how did they...

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2024/03/05

The easiest method us humans have of communicating with one another is through our names. At the most basic level, our identity is tied to the names that our parents have chosen for us at birth. But what is the origin of names? How were they derived during the early stages of human existence? Emaad and Ryan explore further. Presented by Emaad Akhtar & Ryan Huang Produced and edited by Emaad Akhtar Music credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors See omnystudio.com/listener

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9:01

Bigger Picture: More pain for US S-Reits?

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2024/03/05

Vijay Natarajan, Analyst, RHB Singapore, discusses the current woes surrounding US REITs and how poorly they have performed vs others; outlook for the US office sector; and how investors should position themselves in the REITs space Presented by Ryan Huang Podcast edited by Emaad Akhtar (eakhtar@sph.com.sg)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:59

Morning Shot: How will low fertility rates alter the...

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2024/03/05

Alongside countries such as Taiwan (0.87) and South Korea (0.72), the downward trajectory of Singapore’s falling birth rates is now at a critical level - hitting a record-low of 0.97. This means that the average number of children each woman would have during her lifetime is less than what is needed to replace the dead and the dying. On this episode of Morning Shot, Dr Kalpana Vignehsa, Senior Research Fellow at the Institute of Policy Studies’ Governance and Economy Department analyses what this

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12:03

Mind Your Business: How fintech solutions clear the...

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2024/03/05

SMEs face various financial complexities and common challenges of mounting costs from engaging multiple service providers. From payroll and payments to corporate cards, each provider's fees add up, draining resources and time. Marcus Ting, Chief of Staff, Grain & Thomas Jeng, General Manager, Singapore, Aspire explore how businesses navigate these hurdles and discover the tech solutions reshaping financial landscapes. Presented by Emaad Akhtar This podcast is produced and edited by Anthea Ng

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4:38

Breakfast Bites: Is obesity simply down to...

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2024/03/04

Obesity; just a case of over-eating, isn't it? Turns out the origins and causes of this phenomenon are far more complex. Genetics, environment, nutrition during pregnancy can all be critical factors to determining whether an individual might end up being obese. Emaad and Ryan explore further. Presented by Emaad Akhtar & Ryan Huang Produced and edited by Emaad Akhtar Music credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:24

Bigger Picture: Taylor Swift - how big a boost will...

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2024/03/04

Charu Chanana, Head of FX Strategy & Market Strategist, SAXO Singapore, discusses Taylor Swift's concert tour and its likely impact on Singapore's economy; expectations for Fed Chair Jerome Powell's testimony and the upcoming US jobs report; and expectations for China's two sessions and whether market momentum will continue. Presented by Ryan Huang Podcast edited by Emaad Akhtar (eakhtar@sph.com.sg)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:49

Morning Shot: Is RIC the golden key in a more...

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2024/03/04

Singapore has introduced a new Refundable Investment Credit as part of efforts to stay competitive and to continue attracting high-quality investments. On this episode of Morning Shot, Yvaine Gan, Global Investment & Innovation Incentives Leader at Deloitte Singapore weighs in on how business might be impacted. Presented by: Ryan Huang Produced and edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Graphics credits: pixabay & its talented community of contributors See omnystudio.com/listener for

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14:14

Mind Your Business: Selling his home, not once but...

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2024/03/04

What would you be willing to sacrifice to turn your dream into reality? Well, our guest in this episode of Mind Your Business is one who risked it all - from life savings to cherished homes and living in rental homes - to build something groundbreaking in the biotechnology space. What drives him to make such sacrifices? Dr Steven Fang, Founder, Invitrocue shares more about his journey, his vision and mission. Presented by Ryan Huang and Emaad Akhtar This podcast is produced and edited by Anthea

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11:04

Biz-How-To: How to help SMEs thrive through franchise...

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2024/03/04

In this episode of Biz-How-To, we explore the pivotal factors influencing success in Singapore’s franchise landscape, the economic impact of numerous franchise brands and their evolution across diverse sectors. Andrew Khoo, the Immediate Past President of the Franchising and Licensing Association (Singapore) and Chairman of FLA Awards 2023 offers insights into the key success metrics defining triumphs in the local market, the industry's ability to learn and grow from both successes and failures, and

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