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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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13:26

Morning Shot: When Do Workplace Demands Go Too Far?

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/17

From managing attendance to setting expectations around digital availability, workplace policies are meant to guide fair practice — but they can also blur into overreach. In Singapore’s hybrid and always-connected work culture, how do we define what’s “reasonable” oversight versus what feels intrusive? And what risks do companies face when trust is eroded and staff feel constantly monitored? Raunak Bhandari, seasoned HR professional and leader at Google, joins the

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10:06

Bigger Pic: Is aviation safety facing its biggest...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/16

Mitchell Fox,Director, Flight Safety Foundation, explains why aviation safety has risen to prominence; the most pertinent issues plaguing the industry today; developing positive safety cultures; addressing controllable and uncontrollable challenges.; and the importance of stakeholder collaboration. Produced & Presented by: Emaad Akhtar See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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5:36

Breakfast Bites: "Can we slow down?" - phrases that...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/16

Arguments and misunderstandings are pretty common in romantic relationships. And it's often the language partners use with each other that determines whether an amicable solution is found or the situation gets worse. To this point, couples therapists have come up with a list of phrases they say can be deployed during crisis periods to not only soothe prevailing tensions, but also help relationships thrive. Emaad, Ryan and Audrey share the experts' tips! Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang &

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9:37

Mind Your Business: How Lai Yew Seng’s third...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/16

Fewer than one in ten family businesses make it to the third generation. But Lai Yew Seng is defying the odds. Join the Breakfast Show as they invite Lai Wei Xiang, Managing Director, Lai Yew Seng to talk about taking over during the pandemic, reshaping operations with a modern edge, and his vision for a construction sector that values partnerships and innovation over price wars.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:10

Companies To Watch: Is Zijin Gold International a...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/16

From the ancient allure of gold to the modern rush for copper and lithium, few names in mining have risen as quickly on the global stage as Zijin Mining. Now, its international arm is set to make headlines with a highly anticipated IPO, one that could reshape investor sentiment in the commodities space. But is this the next golden opportunity… or just another glittering gamble? Dan Koh and Ryan Huang mine through the details, digging deep into the numbers, the risks, and what this means for

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9:44

Bigger Pic: All Eyes on the Fed - can the market...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/15

U.S. markets are riding high after a record-breaking week for the Nasdaq, but can the rally continue? As the Federal Reserve prepares to announce its latest interest rate decision, investors are holding their breath. Oktay Kavrak, Director of Communications & Strategy at Leverage Shares, unpacks what’s driving market momentum - from Fed policy expectations to key data out of China and U.S. retail numbers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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15:21

Mind Your Business: Sailing into creativity as an...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/15

Two decades at sea taught Captain Ravi Sinha about resilience, isolation, and the quiet power of creativity. After building a maritime services firm in Singapore, he launched Art Werkx, a café where people “sip and mess,” blending food with hands-on play. Join the Breakfast Show as they speak to Ravi Sinha, Founder and CEO, Aregius Maritime Group and Art Werkx about how life on tankers shaped his leap into F&B and what his journey reveals about starting fresh.See

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12:35

Companies To Watch: Can Chagee brew long-term growth?

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/15

In China’s booming “new-style tea” market, one brand has gone from zero to more than 7,000 stores in under a decade. Chagee, now trading on the Nasdaq under ticker CHA, made headlines with a blockbuster IPO earlier this year, but only to see its shares cool from the highs. What does this say about the company’s growth model, its overseas push, and whether investors should still have it on their watchlist? Dan Koh and Ryan Huang sip on Chagee’s rise, the numbers behind

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11:45

Morning Shot: Vers and the Lease Reality - What It...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/15

Singapore’s public housing model rests on a simple but often overlooked fact: HDB flats come with 99-year leases that eventually run down to zero. With the Voluntary Early Redevelopment Scheme (Vers) set to roll out in the coming years, homeowners will need to grapple with what that really means for flat values, compensation, and the future of ageing towns. How compensation is structured, how precincts are chosen, and how expectations are managed will shape whether the scheme strikes the right

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5:51

Breakfast Bites: How do you talk to your kids about...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/14

In this day and age, we are all surrounded by the news – and a lot of it is not pleasant. So what do you say when your child looks up at you and asks about some scary news they’ve just heard? How do you even begin to explain that to kids? Experts say it’s less about hiding the news, and more about how we guide them through it. Audrey and Ryan go through some expert tips on how to tackle this issue. Presented by Audrey Siek and Ryan Huang Produced by Audrey Siek Edited by Trisha

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10:41

Bigger Pic: What Indonesia’s banking strains and...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/12

Indonesia’s protests over inequality and lawmakers’ perks have rattled investors, triggered capital outflows, and pressured the rupiah. With the sudden removal of Finance Minister Sri Mulyani, questions loom over fiscal credibility and banking stability. Dan Koh speaks with Rena Kwok, Senior Credit Analyst, Asian Financials, Bloomberg Intelligence to unpack the risks for markets, the currency, and Indonesian banks for the rest of 2025.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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9:36

Mind Your Business: From counterfeit crisis to...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/12

Counterfeiting is more than fake handbags on the street corner. It’s a global shadow economy worth hundreds of billions of dollars, touching everything from cosmetics and healthcare to electronics and automotive parts. It erodes brand value, costs companies revenue, and in some cases, endangers lives. The Breakshow sits down with GuanKai Ng, Co-founder and Director of Business Development at Nabcore to uncover his remarkable journey: from falling ill after unknowingly consuming counterfeit

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9:01

Companies To Watch: Chipotle’s big leap into Asia and...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/12

Chipotle Mexican Grill has long been a Wall Street favorite, but with rising costs, lowered projections, and a stock nearly 40% off its highs, investors are asking: is this still a growth story? Join Dan Koh and Emaad Akhtar as they unpack Chipotle’s latest expansion into Asia, its bold restaurant targets, menu innovations, and the challenges weighing on its valuation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:48

Breakfast Quiz: Show me the money! Do you know these...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/11

Over the years, money, Wall Street, and investing have made it to the big screen! Many blockbusters have captured the attention and love of the audience; some of them based on true stories and real events. So how well do you know these iconic movie quotes, movie plots and actors? Play along at home and let us know how well you do at today’s test! Presented by Audrey Siek and Emaad Akhtar Produced by Audrey Siek Edited by Trisha Yeong Photo and music credit: Pixabay & its talented

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9:48

Bigger Pic: How retailers are turning to AI to...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/11

When we think of innovation and AI, our minds usually go to tech firms. But it has been transforming the marketing and retail space; with tools improving product descriptions, personalization and experience. Gavin Watson, Senior Industry Lead at Monday.com, shares how retailers are now turning to these tools to not only boost customer experience, but drive growth and sales. Produced and presented by Audrey SiekSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:38

Breakfast Bites: 6 mistakes that might land you in...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/11

Earlier this year, the Breakfast crew shared 5 things to avoid if you don't want to pay a visit to the emergency room. Now it's time for a second round of warnings from medical doctors. They might be focused on U.S.-based cases, but can still be applicable to us here on our little red dot! Have a listen! 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

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10:24

Companies To Watch: Qualcomm stock outlook with BMW...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/11

Qualcomm may be best known for the chips powering our smartphones, but the company is rapidly reinventing itself. From hands-free driving with BMW to multimodal AI partnerships with Google Cloud, and even a $2.4 billion acquisition in the data-center space, Qualcomm is pushing far beyond mobile. Join Dan Koh and Emaad Akhtar as they break down Qualcomm’s latest collaboration with BMW, the outlook for its automotive and AI businesses, and what Wall Street thinks about its stock.See

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10:47

Bigger pic: China’s trade slowdown, Japan’s political...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/10

From China’s weaker-than-expected export growth to Japan’s surprise leadership shake-up, this week’s market headlines are keeping investors on their toes. With U.S. stock valuations at dizzying highs and whispers of Fed rate cuts ahead, could Asia be the next big opportunity for global capital flows? Dan Koh unpacks it all with Martin Hennecke, Head of Asia and Middle East Investment Advisory, St James’ Place as they dive into China’s rallying stock market,

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15:05

Mind Your Business: Eradicating poverty through...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/10

Southeast Asia is known for its booming startups and billion-dollar unicorns. But behind the growth story lies a quieter truth. Millions across the region still face poverty, and even in Singapore, one in four live in relative poverty, cut off from opportunities many take for granted. Traditional aid and microloans have tried to bridge the gap, but too often they fail to deliver lasting change. Join the Breakfast Show as they sit down with Raymond Gabriel, Co-founder and Executive Director of People

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9:52

Companies To Watch: Can the iPhone Air lift Apple’s...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/09/10

Apple’s widely anticipated ‘Awe Dropping’ event is finally here and it features a long list of products that consumers can look forward to. From a notably slimmer phone to a smartwatch that features new ways to track sleep and alert wearers of possible hypertension, one question remains: Are consumers and investors buying it? Find out with Dan Koh and Audrey Siek as they explore Apple’s latest arsenal of smart gadgets and whether they’re enough to keep the tech giant on

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