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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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9:28

Morning Shot: Why Singapore’s Car Leasing Industry Is...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/01/29

Singapore’s car leasing sector has seen significant upheaval over the past year, with more than 220 firms shutting down in 2025 alone. As rental companies fold and fleets are repossessed, drivers who rely on leased vehicles for their livelihoods have been left scrambling raising questions about how an industry that benefited from strong demand ended up so exposed. Kenneth Lee, Honorary Treasurer of the Vehicle Rental Association, and Ng Chee Haw, General Manager at Bolt Car Leasing, join the

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7:01

Bigger Pic: Asia’s Capital Surge and the Next Phase...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/01/28

Risk appetite across Asia is surging, with capital flowing into equities and IPOs at a rapid pace. At the same time, investors are adjusting to a new US trade reality under President Trump, an uneven recovery in China, and growing questions over whether the rally can broaden beyond US technology stocks. Sean Quek, Senior Portfolio Manager of the Paragon SAGE Fund at Paragon Capital Management Singapore, shares what Asia’s deal flows are signalling, how Trump’s tariff policies are

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11:36

Mind Your Business: Inside the business of Matcha Masta

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/01/28

From café trend to functional wellness staple, matcha is changing, and so is the business behind it. On Mind Your Business, Matcha Masta founders Tiara Hudyana and Shu-Hui Wee join the Breakfast Show to unpack the thinking behind their functional matcha products, how they source ingredients amid supply constraints, price premium products responsibly, and manage subscriptions and logistics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:05

Companies To Watch: MoneyMax in focus as pawnbroker...

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2026/01/28

As gold prices surge, pawnbrokers are back in the spotlight. Dan Koh and Ryan Huang look at MoneyMax’s recent share price jump, its earnings momentum, and what higher bullion prices mean for its secured lending and retail business.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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13:01

Morning Shot: Networking More Effectively in a...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/01/28

As hiring becomes more competitive and more professional interactions move online, networking has taken on a more central role in how people access opportunities. From LinkedIn outreach to virtual coffee chats, many career and business conversations now happen digitally — often before any formal application, pitch or proposal is made. Christina Tan, Founder of Sales Symphony (a sales training, coaching and consultancy firm), joins the Breakfast Show to discuss how professionals and business

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11:36

Morning Shot: Is Singapore Still the Top Relocation...

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2026/01/27

Singapore has long been Asia’s default relocation choice, prized for its stability, predictability and business-friendly environment. But as cities like Dubai, Hong Kong and Tokyo sharpen their pitches to global talent, the question is no longer whether Singapore is attractive, but who it is still designed for. Kay Cheong, Managing Director at The Immigration People, joins the Breakfast Show to unpack how relocation decisions are shifting in 2026 from immigration certainty and tax treatment to

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6:15

Breakfast Bites: Love and the 50/50 rule - Who should...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/01/27

Money can be one of the trickiest topics in any relationship. Our listeners weighed in, and 88% say expenses should be split based on income, not equally. What does “fair” really mean when one partner earns more? And how much transparency is actually healthy.We talk proportional spending, personal splurges, and where transparency helps — or hurts — relationships. Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang & Emaad Akhtar Produced by Audrey Siek Edited by Trisha Yeong Photo and

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7:58

Bigger Pic: Will High-Speed Rail really work in...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/01/27

TC Chew, APAC Managing Director, Arup the commercial viability of High-Speed Rail for Singapore, drawing on real-time lessons from other regional models in terms of demand, costs and integration. He also talks about the importance of public-private partnerships to ensure the long-term success of HSR projects. Produced & Presented by Emaad AkhtarSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:06

Breakfast Bites: Is it ever OK to back out of a job...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/01/27

So you’ve accepted a job offer, and then a better one comes along. Congratulations! But what do you do - do you settle, or do you bail on the contract? We break down the etiquette, the ethics, and the real-world consequences of saying ‘thanks, but no thanks’.... without burning bridges! Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Audrey Siek & Ryan Huang Produced by Emaad Akhtar Edited by Trisha Yeong Photo and music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee

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13:04

Mind Your Business: What entrepreneurs need to know...

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2026/01/27

Cybercrime is no longer random or opportunistic. It’s becoming organised, automated, and run like a business. On Mind Your Business, the Breakfast Show is joined by Jonas Walker, Director of Threat Intelligence at Fortinet, to discuss how cybercrime is evolving into a large-scale industry powered by AI and automation, why Asia-Pacific businesses are increasingly targeted, and what entrepreneurs and leaders should focus on to stay resilient in 2026 and beyond.See omnystudio.com/listener for

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7:50

Companies To Watch: CSG shares jump 30 percent in...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/01/27

Czech-based defence group CSG jumped around 30% on its IPO debut, marking one of Europe’s biggest defence listings on record. Dan Koh and Ryan Huang break down what the company does, why investors piled in, and what the listing says about global defence spending trends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:56

Bigger Pic: Politics, the Fed, and Tech Earnings

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/01/26

Global markets start the week in wait-and-see mode as geopolitical headlines, tariff talk, and a pivotal Federal Reserve meeting collide with a heavy slate of tech earnings. Vasu Menon, Managing Director of Investment Strategy at OCBC Bank, discusses shifting market sentiment, what truly matters on the macro calendar, the implications for the US dollar and gold, and what investors should watch as earnings season hits full stride.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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12:49

Mind Your Business: Inside the founder journey behind...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/01/26

NMN is one of the most talked-about ingredients in longevity science, but what does it actually do? On Mind Your Business, the Breakfast Show invites Sally Panton, Co-Founder and CEO of Longevity Life Sciences to discuss what NMN is, how it supports NAD+ levels, the business and science behind Longevity Life Sciences, and what the future of healthy ageing looks like across APAC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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2:26

Work Smart: Why Working Longer Isn’t Working

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/01/26

Your brain isn’t built for endless concentration, it naturally cycles through peaks and dips in energy roughly every 90 minutes, a pattern known asultradian rhythms. When you align your work with these natural focus waves, you can get more done with less strain. This episode breaks down how these rhythms work and how to structure your day around them for better performance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:32

Companies To Watch: Ubisoft tumbles as cancelled...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/01/26

Ubisoft suffered one of the worst selloffs in its history after announcing a sweeping restructuring, cancelling multiple games and cutting guidance. Join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they discuss how rising development costs and franchise pressure are shaping the company’s outlook.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:17

Morning Shot: Trump’s Board of Peace and What...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/01/26

US President Donald Trump’s new Board of Peace has quickly become a point of division among governments, as its mandate appears to stretch beyond Gaza toward a broader role in managing global conflicts. The initiative has reopened questions about how peace-building is organised internationally, and how new US-led frameworks sit alongside the United Nations system. Ja Ian Chong, Associate Professor of Political Science, National University of Singapore joins the Breakfast Show to examine what

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5:58

Breakfast Bites: Gen Z 101 - LOL isn’t funny anymore

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/01/25

Language moves fast, and if you’re a millennial trying to keep up with Gen Z and Gen Alpha, the struggle can be real. Audrey, Ryan and Emaad (try to) break down the latest slang you need to know, plus the latest viral names taking over the “Karen” spot. Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang & Emaad Akhtar Produced by Audrey Siek Edited by Trisha Yeong Photo and music credit: Pixabay & its talented community of contributorsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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7:29

Breakfast Quiz: Greenland's been in the news lately;...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/01/23

Greenland has been in the news cycle of late, but how much do you really know about this autonomous territory? Play along and find out! 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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8:57

Bigger Pic: Risk Appetite Returns or Just a Relief...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/01/23

After a rocky start to the week, global markets are finding their footing as US small caps extend a historic winning streak, AI enthusiasm lifts tech stocks, and investors weigh shifting geopolitical and policy signals from Washington to Tokyo. With headlines driving sharp swings in sentiment, Aadil Ebrahim, Group Head of Equities at Klay, discusses what is really powering this rebound, how to think about winners and losers in the AI trade, and how investors can stay positioned in a market that can

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14:06

Mind Your Business: “Old people’s medicine” to modern...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2026/01/23

Singapore loves milk tea, but it’s also a place deeply rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine. In this episode of Mind Your Business, the Breakfast Show invites Sebastian Ang, Co-founder of Amacha, to discuss why he chose to blend TCM-inspired herbal tea with modern milk tea culture, how Amacha makes herbs palatable and enjoyable, how it positions itself against bubble tea giants, and what aspiring entrepreneurs can learn about differentiation in saturated markets.See omnystudio.com/listener

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