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  • S9 · E284
    October 23 · 12 min

    Market Watch (23/10): Singapore core inflation eases in September; will this persist into the rest of 2026? #SGToday

    In Business, Japan’s manufacturing growth slows, South Korea’s economy shows signs of an uneven recovery, and India sees strong interest in a major IPO. Back home, Singapore’s core inflation eased in September. Daniel Martin spoke to Louise Loo, Head of Asia Economics at Oxford Economics, about these developments and the latest moves in Asian markets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • S9 · E285
    October 23 · 6 min

    The Ask: AI’s Capex Reckoning; will This pressure Big Tech to cut back on spending? #SGToday

    On The Ask on Singapore Today, renewed doubts over AI investments have triggered a sell-off in US tech stocks, with the Nasdaq recording its steepest daily fall since June. Daniel Martin spoke to Louise Loo, Head of Asia Economics at Oxford Economics, about whether the pressure could force Big Tech to cut spending, the risks for AI infrastructure firms and semiconductor suppliers, and what it could mean for Singapore’s investments. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • S9 · E283
    October 23 · 19 min

    #HazeHealth: Getting to the Root of Haze; what is Slash and Burn #SGToday

    As Indonesia sanctions companies linked to forest and land fires, questions remain over the causes of the haze affecting Singapore. Daniel Martin spoke to Associate Professor Yu Liya, an air quality science and environmental engineering expert from NUS’ Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, about the practice of slash and burn, why it continues, and its environmental and economic implications. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • S9 · E282
    October 23 · 16 min

    Mind Your Money - When the boss gets it wrong: The importance of an apology

    When a boss makes a mistake, how much difference can an apology really make? We explore what goes into a sincere workplace apology, why employees may expect more than words, and how taking responsibility can help build trust and accountability at every level of the workplace. Cheryl Goh speaks with Nat Fetalvero, Host of CNA's Work It podcast to find out more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • S9 · E281
    October 23 · 15 min

    Eat, Drink, Singapore - KOKO Kawane brings Shizuoka matcha to Singapore

    Matcha may be everywhere right now, but there’s far more to it than lattes and desserts. Cheryl Goh speaks with Chai Karim, Principal of Gaia Lifestyle Group to explore the cultivars, growing regions and craft behind the tea, and how a new Star Vista atelier is bringing the journey from Shizuoka’s tea fields to the cup. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • S9 · E280
    October 23 · 14 min

    Mind Your Money - Do in-demand AI-skills translate to higher pay?

    AI is changing what employers look for, but not every new skill will carry the same value. We unpack which AI capabilities are in demand, where they could open up new opportunities, and how workers can stay relevant as jobs continue to evolve. Cheryl Goh speaks with Dr Blair Chapman, Chief Economist at SEEK to find out more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • S9 · E279
    October 23 · 14 min

    From France to Greece, are Europe's cost-of-living protests spiraling out of control?

    Mass demonstrations over rising food prices, expensive housing, stagnant wages and strained public services are spreading across parts of Europe. Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng unpack what's driving the unrest, why France has seen some of the most serious clashes and whether governments can address the underlying economic pressures with Julie Fette, Professor of French Studies, Rice University See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • S9 · E277
    October 23 · 9 min

    Singapore's biomethane sandbox: Can renewable gas meet our energy needs?

    With natural gas supplying most of Singapore's electricity, the country is exploring imported biomethane as a lower-carbon alternative. But where will supplies come from, is existing infrastructure ready, and can imports scale up sustainably? Hairianto Diman and Andrea Heng explore whether biomethane can strengthen Singapore's energy security while advancing its climate goals with Leanne Chew, Research Associate, Energy Studies Institute, NUS. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • S9 · E274
    October 22 · 11 min

    Market Watch (22/10): Shifting interest rate policies and market uncertainty across Asia #SGToday

    In Business, South Korea holds interest rates steady and raises its growth outlook, while the Philippines announces a bigger-than-expected rate hike. Daniel Martin spoke to Desmond Chua, Investment Counselor at Citigold Private Client, Citibank Singapore, about these developments, oil supply concerns in the Middle East and the latest moves in Asian markets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • S9 · E276
    October 22 · 18 min

    #TalkBack: As MOH releases N95 mask stockpile to retailers amid increased demand; did we not heed advice beforehand?

    The Ministry of Health has released N95 masks from its stockpile to retailers amid increased demand, despite earlier warnings about the risk of haze. On TalkBack, Daniel Martin spoke to Dr Rayner Tan, Assistant Professor at the NUS Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health and Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine, and Vice-President of the Society of Behavioural Health Singapore, about why people may wait until haze arrives to prepare, and whether earlier warnings were enough to prompt action. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • S9 · E275
    October 22 · 4 min

    The Ask: What happens if the Musk Empire gets solidified with the Tesla/SpaceX merger? #SGToday

    On The Ask on Singapore Today, Tesla and SpaceX are reportedly exploring a potential merger worth nearly US$5 trillion. Daniel Martin spoke to Desmond Chua, Investment Counselor at Citigold Private Client, Citibank Singapore, about how feasible a deal of this scale would be and what it could mean for the electric vehicle, AI, robotics and space industries. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • S9 · E273
    October 22 · 19 min

    Do we need to hold search engines more accountable for fake website advertising there? #SGToday

    Police have warned of phishing scams involving fake SIMBA websites appearing as sponsored results on Google, with at least 62 cases reported since March. Daniel Martin spoke to David Alfred, Director and Co-Head of Data Protection, Privacy & Cybersecurity at Drew & Napier, and Co-Head and Programme Director of the Drew Data Protection & Cybersecurity Academy, about whether search engines should be held more accountable for fraudulent advertisements and what legal protections consumers have. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • S9 · E272
    October 22 · 37 min

    Fear & Loathing in London - Kasan Goh’s Semi-autobiographical Novel

    In ‘Culture Club’, Melanie Oliveiro speaks with author Kasan Goh about his debut and semi-autobiographical novel “Billy, Seetoh & Co”. Goh discusses protagonist: Singaporean undergraduate Billy Chan, his Malaysian friend Seetoh and their colourful friends living penniless and homeless in London during the politically turbulent 1980s and early 1990s. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • S9 · E271
    October 22 · 16 min

    The Wellness Hour - Breaking stigma and building more supportive communities in Singapore

    Mental health conversations are becoming more open in Singapore, but stigma and barriers to seeking support remain. From the pressures facing young people to loneliness among older Singaporeans, mental health needs can vary across generations. Cheryl Goh explores where the gaps in understanding and acceptance still lie, how digital connectedness shapes our relationships, and what it takes to turn awareness into meaningful, everyday support with Andrea Chan, Beyond the Label Representative and Group Head of TOUCH Counselling and Psychological Services. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • S9 · E270
    October 22 · 17 min

    Eat, Drink, Singapore - Pineapple on pizza, three ways at La Bottega Enoteca

    Pineapple on pizza is divisive enough. This one uses it three ways. At La Bottega Enoteca, Chef Antonio Miscellaneo is leaning into the debate with Antonio’s Nightmare, alongside his biggest menu refresh yet. Cheryl Goh gets into the ideas behind the new pizzas, handmade pastas, alcohol-free drinks and desserts, and how far he is willing to push Italian tradition with Chef Antonio Miscellaneo, chef-owner of La Bottega Enoteca. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • S9 · E269
    October 22 · 18 min

    Mind Your Money - PERSOL Salary Guide 2026/27: The jobs, skills and salaries to watch

    Singapore's labour market continues to grow, but 51 per cent of employers plan to moderate or freeze wages in 2027. Meanwhile, AI and data skills are in demand across all 14 functions and industries covered in PERSOL Singapore's latest Salary Guide, while specialised talent in banking, healthcare and sustainability continues to command a premium. Cheryl Goh speaks with Ken Tan, Head of Sales and Specialised Contracting at PERSOL Singapore to look at the salary benchmarks, hiring trends and skills that could give workers an edge in an increasingly selective job market. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • S9 · E267
    October 22 · 29 min

    The Big Question: Would you still eat your favourite hawker dish if it tasted less salty?

    From laksa to chicken rice and wanton mee, Singaporeans love the familiar flavours of their favourite hawker dishes. But with 95 per cent consuming too much sodium, hawkers are being encouraged to make healthier food. Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman examine why reducing sodium is difficult for food businesses, whether healthier recipes can still taste good and what it will take to change Singaporeans' eating habits. For more, they speak with Noorman Mubarak, Founder of Nasi Lemak Ayam Taliwang, Debbie Yong, Food Writer and Brand Strategist, and Derrick Ong, Director and Principal Dietitian at Eat Right Nutrition Clinic and Consultancy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  • S9 · E266
    October 22 · 11 min

    Google Cloud outage exposes risks: Are banks too dependent on Big Tech?

    When a cloud provider goes down, banking services can grind to a halt. A recent Google Cloud outage has exposed the vulnerabilities of financial institutions relying on just a few major technology providers. Andrea Heng and Hairianto Diman explore why backup systems may not be enough, who should be held accountable when services fail, and whether Singapore's banks are prepared for similar disruptions. For more, they speak with Anton Ruddenklau, Partner and Head of Financial Services, KPMG Singapore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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