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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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7:45

Breakfast Bites: Do you feel “MC Guilt” when you need...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/06/29

We've all probably experienced this before: waking up to a splitting headache, you are down with a bad cold, or you're just not feeling well. What do you do? Do you take the sick day you're entitled to, or do you find yourself feeling bad, and you end up soldiering on? If you're in the latter group, you're definitely not alone. In fact, there’s a name for this weird feeling we get: MC guilt. Audrey, Ryan and Emaad talk about whether they suffer from this "ailment", and how experts suggest we

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11:19

Companies To Watch: Can Xiaomi disrupt Tesla, Apple...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/06/29

Once known for affordable smartphones, Xiaomi is now chasing Tesla, Apple, and Meta—all at once. With the YU7 SUV racking up over 200,000 pre-orders in minutes, smart glasses aiming for your face, and a flagship phone keeping you plugged into their ecosystem, this isn’t just a product launch—it’s a strategy shift. Join Dan Koh and Audrey Siek as they unpack how the tech giant is shifting gears—literally—from your pocket to the open road. From their sleek YU7

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6:18

Breakfast Quiz: How well do you know your news...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/06/27

This week's quiz hones in on some of the news headlines you may have missed from the month of June. Play along and see how you fare!! 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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7:05

Bigger Pic: Investors reassess concentration risks,...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/06/27

Low Guan Yi, Head of Asia Fixed Income, M&G Investmentsdiscusses how evolving US policy dynamics and regulatory uncertainty have prompted investors to reassess concentration risks in their portfolios. She notes that should such exploration continue, Asian markets appear well-positioned to attract interest. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:45

Companies To Watch: H&M’s financial fit check

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/06/27

Fast fashion may move quickly, but the numbers don’t lie—and H&M’s latest earnings report just hit the runway. In a world where shoppers are pickier, trends are fleeting, and sustainability is no longer optional, even retail giants are feeling the pressure to reinvent. So how’s H&M holding up? Are they strutting confidently into the future—or stitching together a last-season strategy? Join Dan Koh and Audrey Siek as they dig into the Swedish fashion

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7:22

Breakfast Bites: How do you pronounce "schedule" in...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/06/26

English is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world - be it in a business, educational or social setting. Throughout the course of history, a split between British and American English developed, leading to different pronunciations of the same words. Emaad, Ryan and Audrey explore some of these distinctions using everyday words! Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek Produced by Emaad Akhtar Edited by Trisha Yeong Photo & music credits:Pixabay & its talented

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8:58

Bigger Pic: Asia local currency bonds getting attractive

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/06/26

In a world of shifting macroeconomic tides, Asia’s local currency bond markets are emerging as a compelling destination for global investors.Goh Rong Ren, Fixed Income Portfolio Manager, Eastspring Investments discusses the confluence of factors behind his market outlook.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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14:44

Mind Your Business: Building digital strategies that...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/06/26

In a world where content is everywhere and attention is scarce, how do you make your brand stand out and grow your business? Tan Suet Keem, Co-Founder cum Chief Executive Officer, Kredence Creative Solutions joins the Breakfast show to find out how her results-driven digital agency is helping brands across Southeast Asia streamline content strategies and drive measurable growth.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:15

Companies To Watch: Are investors swiping left/right...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/06/26

Just a few years ago, Bumble was the darling of dating tech — bold and IPO-hot. But fast-forward to 2025, and the app’s charm is fading. Stock's down over 80% from its peak. This week? A 30% layoff, a CEO shakeup, and a stock bounce back to $6.52 after hitting lows near $5. Join Dan Koh and Audrey Siek as they unpack Bumble’s attempt to woo back investors — from mass layoffs to product overhauls — all while the dating app industry itself might be falling out of love

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6:16

Breakfast Bites: Deconstructing the Emotional Freedom...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/06/25

We have all tried different techniques to manage stress and anxiety in our lives, whether it is talk and exposure therapy, physical exercise or making healthy lifestyle choices. You may or may not have heard about a self-help method, "tapping," also known as the Emotional Freedom Technique. Emaad, Ryan and Audrey deconstruct E.F.T., its apparent benefits and why some remain skeptical. Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek Produced by Emaad Akhtar Edited by Trisha Yeong Photo

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7:40

Bigger Pic: How much does the economy correlate to...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/06/25

Vasu Menon, Managing Director, Investment Strategy, OCBC Bankdiscusses why we are not seeing a sense of panic in markets despite the conflict in the Middle East, where investors are appearing to be getting less sensitive to geopolitical developments. He also discusses the implications of oil price movements on economic growth and the stock market. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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13:53

Mind Your Business: A CEO’s perspective on...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/06/25

In a world where change is the only constant, businesses are under constant pressure to adapt, innovate, and stay ahead of the curve. From digital transformation to evolving customer expectations, the modern business landscape demands both resilience and vision. The Breakfast Show explores the evolving business landscape with Wee Tee Hsien, Chief Executive Officer of FUJIFILM Business Innovation Singapore and finds out how the company is turning challenges into opportunities and enabling businesses

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10:19

Companies To Watch: What FedEx’s earnings suggests...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/06/24

Despite reporting better-than-expected quarterly earnings and revenue on the back of a successful cost-cutting strategy, investors sent shares of FedEx tumbling more than 5% after a bleak forecast. JoinDan Koh and Ryan Huang as they unpack the details surrounding FedEx’s earnings report, and find out what it suggests about the overall economic health today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:00

Bigger Pic: Overweight Europe & EM amid geopolitical,...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/06/24

Francis Tan, Chief Strategist, Asia, Indosuez Wealth Managementdiscusses why he remains optimistic over the outlook despite trade and geopolitical uncertainties. He shares his views on why he is overweight Europe & Emerging Market equities over the US, as well as encouraging signs of China's revival being reflected in the stock market. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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7:23

Breakfast Bites: What does your handwriting say about...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/06/24

When was the last time you wrote something by hand? And how’s your penmanship these days? You may want to consider picking up the pen, because studies have shown that writing by hand can help improve memory and even boost comprehension—way more than typing. But besides that, it’s also a little mirror into your personality. Some experts claim it can reflect things like emotional stability, creativity, even how outgoing you are. Find out what your handwriting says about you!

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18:00

Breakfast Special: Iran, Israel and the Global Fallout

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/06/24

Could tensions in the Middle East be easing? U.S. President Donald Trump announced this morning a "total and complete" ceasefire between Iran and Israel. This comes on the heels of a dramatic escalation: Iran attacked a US air base in Qatar after Washington struck 3 key Iranian nuclear facilities, following a wave of Israeli bombardments. This Breakfast Special unpacks the implications of the crisis. What ripple effects could reach Singapore and the wider region? Dr. James Dorsey, Adjunct Senior

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13:38

Mind Your Business: How OpenAI’s new workplace tools...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/06/24

From automating tasks and analyzing data to summarizing meetings and integrating with the tools we use every day, generative AI is beginning to function less like software and more like a true teammate. Explore the newest suite of workplace tools being launched inside ChatGPT with the Breakfast Show as they invite Oliver Jay, Managing Director, OpenAI International to discuss what this means for businesses, team productivity, and the future of work.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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10:38

Companies To Watch: Oil price slump and outlook amid...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/06/23

After what seemed like a rollercoaster of conflict between Iran and Israel after the US’ involvement over the weekend, US President Donald Trump unexpectedly announced a tentative ceasefire between the two nations despite Iran attacking a US military base in Qatar. This latest development sent oil prices spiralling downwards, and reinvigorating hopes that a de-escalation of conflicts between Iran and Israel might just be around the corner. Join Dan Koh and Ryan Huang as they drill into the

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9:08

Bigger Pic: Trump calls to 'Make Iran Great Again'

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/06/23

Kyle Rodda,Senior Financial Market Analyst at capital.comdiscusses how the various scenarios markets have to confront with the fall-out from the US missile strike on Iranian nuclear assets over the weekend. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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16:09

Morning Shot: Learning in the Age of Prompts - The...

Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek ·

2025/06/23

As generative AI tools like ChatGPT and Gemini become more widely available, educators across Singapore, from secondary schools to universities, are grappling with a growing dilemma of how to adapt teaching and assessment methods to keep pace with AI, without losing the essence of independent thinking and learning. This segment explores how local educators are adapting. Are students being taught how to use these tools responsibly, or are they learning to game the system? How is AI being governed by

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