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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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10:43

Breakfast Special: Do low-cost carriers have the...

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2025/07/31

It's the end of an era. After 20 years in operation, Jetstar Asia is bidding farewell to the Singapore market on July 31st. The airline cited rising costs and competition key reasons for its departure. And the proof is in the pudding. Because only six of those 20 years were profitable. It certainly raises some questions about the viability of the low-cost carrier model, especially at higher-cost airports like Changi. Brendan Sobie, Independent Analyst & Consultant, Sobie Aviation,joins Breakfast

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6:09

Breakfast Bites: Would you still click on a link...

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2025/07/31

Google has been a game changer for all internet users. Recent number suggest there are 5 TRILLION searches on Google annually. And the results typically manifest in the form of clickable links to websites. But you would've noticed a slight change within the past year. Now, instead of links, we see AI summaries, or what the company calls "AI Overviews." They might be more convenient, but they're also re-directing much-needed traffic away from sites. Emaad, Ryan and Audrey explore further. Presented

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9:41

Bigger Pic: Want to know how many leave days you have...

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2025/07/31

We’re in a world where AI is transforming our lives in multiple ways - including how we reach customers and appeal to new markets, while it also heavily influences the products being developed. One great example comes from JustLogin — a homegrown HR management software company that’s taken a bold step by rolling out an AI-powered chatbot for its clients, and is using new tools to market this chatbot. Hariz Maloy, Head of Marketing, JustLogin talks about the power of AI in both

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13:19

Mind Your Business: Making luxury homes work for you

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2025/07/31

Want to stay in a luxury villa in Provence or a cliffside home in Costa Rica, all without paying a cent in rent? That’s what ThirdHome offers its members. It’s not a timeshare, not a swap, but a private exchange built on trust, quality, and a clever credit system. The Breakfast Show invitesWade Shealy, Founder, Chairman & CEO of ThirdHome to discuss how he turned the problem of unused second homes into a passport to the world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:15

Bigger Pic: MAS flags slower growth in H2, what's...

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2025/07/30

Francis Tan, Chief Strategist, Asia, Indosuez Wealth Management discusses how much growth has been frontloaded into the economy ahead of tariffs kicking in, and how much markets in the second half will reflect the slowdown. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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13:13

Mind Your Business: How Lilac Oak changed plant-based...

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2025/07/30

Before it became one of Singapore’s most beloved plant-based cafés, Lilac Oak began as something smaller, a daughter cooking quietly for her mother. Today, Lilac Oak is known for its soulful food, wholesome community, and a menu that bridges comfort and creativity. The Breakfast Show invites Chloe Lee, Founder & Culinary Director, Lilac Oak to explore how she turned a personal philosophy into a thriving food space, what it means to build a values-led business, and why intention

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12:35

Morning Shot: What if you lost your job tomorrow?

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2025/07/30

Singapore’s unemployment rate may be low but behind the numbers are stories of struggle, reinvention, and quiet resilience. As layoffs rise and AI reshapes how people apply for jobs, many Singaporeans are finding that traditional job search tactics are no longer enough. Many are finding that polished résumés and persistence no longer guarantee results. Teo Kai Xiang, journalist at the Straits Times’ Life Desk joins The Breakfast Show to discuss his article titled

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7:24

US Markets Wrap: Investors hit pause amid mixed...

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2025/07/30

Josh Gilbert, Market Analyst at eToro unpacks what the latest earnings - including from Starbucks, Spotify - indicate about the growth outlook for the US economy. He also previews the FOMC's rate decision as the clock counts down towards the August 1st tariff deadline. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:30

Breakfast Bites: Tiktok's "No Makeup First Date"...

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2025/07/29

If you've ever been on a first date (which I'm sure most of us have), you'd know it can be quite a stressful, nerve-wracking experience. After all, it’s all about putting your best foot — or face — forward. Until now! It’s natural for many to spend time getting ready. So to fight back, there’s a new trend going around on Tiktok called the "no makeup first date" trend. Audrey, Emaad and Ryan talk about their own experiences, and unpacks this latest trend. Presented by

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5:45

Breakfast Bites: Did you know - tigers can survive...

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2025/07/29

It's International Tiger Day -a wonderful occasion to celebrate the largest member of the cat family! Emaad, Ryan and Audrey dive into some cool facts about our beautifully striped friends, including how long they've been around, their food habits and swimming abilities! Enjoy! 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

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9:50

US Markets Wrap: Stocks grind higher amid big week of...

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2025/07/29

Ryan Detrick, Chief Market Strategist, Carson Group looks at the bullish set up for markets this week against a busy backdrop of megacap tech earnings and a FOMC rate decision. He also discusses three recent "worries" that are overdone. Presented/Produced: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:57

Mind Your Business: Why your next CFO might be an...

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2025/07/29

Once upon a time, running a business meant late nights with spreadsheets, chasing receipts, and hoping your numbers added up. But what if your finance team included an AI that never sleeps; reconciling, forecasting, and advising in real time? The Breakfast Show meets Anigo Cao, APAC COO, ccMonet.ai, the force behind an AI-powered finance platform that’s changing how businesses think about money. Learn how ccMonet.ai is becoming the CFO modern companies didn’t know they needed, until

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12:31

Mind Your Business: Solving the payment puzzle across...

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2025/07/28

Asia’s payments landscape is booming and getting more complex by the day. From QR codes, real-time bank transfers, BNPL, digital wallets, local rails, customers want them all, and businesses are scrambling to keep up. But what if there was a way to simplify all that complexity under one roof? The Breakfast Show chats with Nakul Kothari, Head of APAC and Middle East, Juspay, who’s helping shape how payment experiences are built, scaled, and localized across APAC and the Middle East

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5:40

Breakfast Bites: Unsolicited advice - the pet peeve...

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2025/07/27

"Can I make a suggestion?" How do you feel when you receive some unsolicited advice? Or be honest — are you the one handing it out? Some of us just can’t help ourselves. What's up with that? Why do people do it when it has been established that most of us don't enjoy it? Audrey and Ryan talk about a pet peeve that has recently reared its ugly head in our personal lives. These "suggestions" and "tips" range from how to raise kids and what weights to lift at the gym. Presented by Audrey

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7:00

Breakfast Quiz: Time to test your news knowledge for...

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2025/07/25

It's the final Friday of the month! And that means its time to dig deep into the recesses of your mind to see if you're up to speed with some major news headlines. Play along with Emaad and Ryan and see how you fare for July! Presented by Emaad Akhtar & Ryan Huang 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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8:09

Bigger Pic: MAS consulting on ways to make civil...

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2025/07/25

Retail investors who suffer losses in the stock market due to market misconduct could soon find it easier to seek civil recourse. The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) will consult on proposals later this year to strengthen investor protection through the enhancement of avenues to do so. Three areas of focus include enabling the pursuit of legal action, facilitating self-organisation, and providing access to funding. Mak Yuen Teen, Professor (Practice) of Accounting, NUS Business School &

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11:49

Companies To Watch: Can brain tech deliver...

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2025/07/25

Controlling devices with your mind sounds like sci-fi, until Neuralink made it real. With brain implants now in live human trials and plans to treat paralysis, restore vision, and one day upgrade cognition itself, Elon Musk’s most radical venture is racing to merge mind and machine. Join Dan Koh and Emaad Akhtar as they exploreNeuralink’s latest breakthroughs, its bold commercial roadmap, and how it aims to scale to 20,000 surgeries a year. They also reveal how investors can tap into

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7:47

Breakfast Bites: Would you pay 8k for a wellness...

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2025/07/24

On International Self-Care Day, Emaad and Ryan explore luxury wellness retreats around the world catered to those who are willing to go the extra mile - both geographically and financially - to achieve better health. Think VR therapy, suspension therapy, four-hour hikes, and restricted diets. Listen in to find out more! Presented by Emaad Akhtar & Ryan Huang Produced by Emaad Akhtar Edited by Trisha Yeong Photo credit: Martin Morrell/Lanserhof Music credit: Pixabay & its talented community

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8:34

US Markets Wrap: Alphabet Q2 earnings beat, Tesla misses

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2025/07/24

Kyle Rodda,Senior Financial Market Analyst at Capital.com breaks down the Q2 earnings from Alphabet, Tesla, and IBM. He outlines the bright spots and weaknesses from the numbers. Produced/Presented: Ryan HuangSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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10:42

Bigger Pic: China's aggressive tourism revival...

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2025/07/24

China has doubled down on reviving its tourism industry, and its aggressive efforts are paying off. Lavinia Rajaram, Asia Travel Expert, Expedia Groupdiscusses the measures that have been implemented to boost inbound tourist numbers, including the expansion of the country's transit policy; and how this is boosting the domestic economy. Produced/Presented: Emaad AkhtarSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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