CNA938 Rewind

How can play create meaningful time together for families facing difficult circumstances? AIRZONE and The Salvation Army have teamed up to make play more accessible while supporting families affected by parental incarceration. Cheryl Goh finds out how the partnership came together and what it has meant for the families involved with Sam Chiu, CEO of AIRZONE, and Captain Tan Bee Yit, Regional Officer with The Salvation Army.

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Po at The Warehouse Hotel is opening a new chapter with a refreshed menu that puts a modern spin on Peranakan cooking while keeping its roots firmly in tradition. Cheryl Goh speaks with Fredric Goh, Head Chef of Po at Warehouse Hotel find out how family recipes, labour-intensive dishes and playful new ideas come together in dishes from buah keluak pork jowl and nasi ulam to jackfruit rendang and Peranakan-inspired desserts.

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After nearly two decades in advertising, Maggie Chan turned her experience in branding and storytelling into two home-grown businesses of her own. Cheryl Goh speaks with Maggie Chan, founder of JaeDals and Omchandroam (OCO) to look at what she has learnt about building a loyal community, growing lean, expanding beyond Singapore and creating a business with social impact built into it.

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A debate over a helper sleeping in a partitioned home office has reignited questions about living conditions for migrant domestic workers in Singapore. Elakeyaa Selvaraji and Hairianto Diman explain what employers are required to provide, what adequate privacy looks like and how families can balance caregiving needs with limited space. For more, they get the help of Jaya Anil Kumar, Director of Casework at the Humanitarian Organisation for Migration Economics (HOME).

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Team Singapore is off the mark at the 2026 Asian Games, with medals in wushu and swimming, while Tiffany Teo has made history in MMA. Elakeyaa Selvaraji and Hairianto Diman speak with CNA’s Alif Amsyar, who's live from Aichi-Nagoya with the atmosphere on the ground, the performances that have stood out and what to watch in the days ahead.

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Singapore is adopting new construction technologies that promise to build homes faster and with less manpower, but major infrastructure projects can still face unexpected engineering hurdles. Elakeyaa Selvaraji and Hairianto Diman look at how new methods helped boost productivity at a Tengah BTO project by about 25 per cent, and what the North-South Corridor’s delay to 2029 tells us about the limits of technology when faced with difficult ground conditions, costs and construction complexity. For more, they speak with David Ng, Chairman, Civil and Structural Engineering Technical Committee, Institution of Engineers Singapore (IES).

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On today's (21 September) markets analysis on Open For Business, Elakeyaa Selvaraji and Hairianto Diman speak with Jonathan Liang, Chief Investment Officer for Fixed Income and FX, Standard Chartered.

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AirAsia co-founder Tony Fernandes has dismissed suggestions the airline needs rescuing, arguing that strong passenger demand continues to support the business. Elakeyaa Selvaraji and Hairianto Diman speak with Ellis Taylor, Asia Editor, Cirium, an aviation analytics company, to unpack the carrier's financial pressures, its response to soaring jet-fuel prices and whether its turnaround strategy can restore profitability.

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Guest: CloserStill Media’s Managing Director for Asia Pacific, Andy Kiwanuka

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Driverless ride-hailing services are coming to Singapore, but are commuters ready to hand over the wheel to AI? U.S-based autonomous driving company Waymo is launching in the Lion City. How might Waymo’s 2028 arrival impact taxi drivers and private-hire drivers here? Daniel Martin discusses with Associate Professor Walter Theseira from the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) School of Business.

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Guest: Arun Pai, Partner, Monk's Hill Ventures

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The haze’s return to Singapore has led to poorer air quality and some health issues. But, is it also making our weather seem hotter? Daniel Martin finds out from Dr Erik Velasco, Associate Research Scientist and Research Fellow, Molina Center for Energy and the Environment.

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Haze can affect more than our lungs. Hui Wong looks at what poor air quality means for heart health, especially for cardiac patients, and how to stay active and safe when conditions worsen with Dr Violet Hoon, Senior Consultant Cardiologist and Head of Cardiac Rehabilitation Services at NHG Heart Institute @ Tan Tock Seng Hospital. 

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Korean chestnut ice cream, kopi with kaya toast, and a little guidance from the zodiac. Solla System at SKAI Bar brings familiar flavours into unexpected cocktails. Hui Wong finds out how the four elements inspire the menu, and what goes into each glass with Solla Park, Head Mixologist at SKAI Bar. 

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What happens when losing a job also means losing part of your identity? Hui Wong speaks with Ho Pei Ning, producer of CNA’s Work It podcast to explore the emotional impact of retrenchment, the sacrifices we make for work we love, and how to pursue a passion while making room for life beyond it. 

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Oscar Brekell is one of the few non-Japanese certified Japanese tea instructors and the author of five books on Japanese green tea. He is also the first non-Japanese to be certified in the preparation of handmade sencha. In between cold-brewing a delicious pot of "sencha yamakai" live on air, Oscar shares how he fell in love with Japanese tea as a teenager in his native Sweden, moved to Japanese shortly after, and dedicated himself to the pursuit of the perfect cup of sencha.

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Complaints involving second-hand cars are rising, from repeated breakdowns and warranty disputes to questions over vehicle condition. CNA’s Senior Journalist Nadirah Zaidi also found a car advertised with mileage about 37,000km lower than when it appeared at auction days earlier. Hairianto Diman and Felicia Nah catch up with her to examine the red flags buyers should look for and how to protect yourself before signing on the dotted line. They also speak with Martin Yeo, Director, MY Autohaus, for more.

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On today's (18 September) markets analysis on Open For Business, Hairianto Diman and Felicia Nah speak with Santosh Rao, Head of Research, Manhattan Venture Partners.

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Grab’s acquisition of a majority stake in Atome Financial marks a major expansion of its financial services ambitions. Hairianto Diman and Felicia Nah look at why Grab wants Atome, what the deal means for Buy Now, Pay Later in Southeast Asia, and how rivals could respond. For more, they speak with Li Jianggan, Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Momentum Works.

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Would your child learn better with fewer classmates and more individual attention? What’s the sweet spot — 10, 20, 30 students, or even one-to-one? And, would you be willing to pay more for a smaller enrichment class? Daniel Martin discusses further with Grace Tan, Founder and Principal, Learning Journey Education Centre.

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Guest: Audrey Ho, Investment Counselor, Citigold Private Client, Citibank Singapore

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Amid global AI leaders calling for a slowdown, what would that mean for an AI firm like Plaud, which is doubling down on Singapore, and could it risk the brakes being placed on growth here? Daniel Martin finds out from Megumi Yoshinaga, Head of APAC Marketing, Plaud.

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In ‘Culture Club’, Melanie Oliveiro speaks with Italian pianist Andrea Molteni, who’s in Singapore for a one-night concert playing the classics alongside works by Goffredo Petrassi, the late Italian composer of modern classical music. Molteni, now in his late twenties, recalls how he started playing the piano at age 6 - later forming a youth orchestra “L’Orchestra del Lago”.

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Sleeping enough but still waking up tired? A new Singapore survey raises questions about unrecognised sleep apnea risk among office workers. Cheryl Goh speaks with Dr Phua Chu Qin, Senior Consultant in Otolaryngology and Director of Sleep Surgery at Sengkang General Hospital to find out how to recognise the signs, address common misconceptions and make sleep health part of looking after our overall wellbeing. 

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Research suggests eating dinner earlier may help with blood sugar regulation and weight management, but there isn't one perfect time that works for everyone. Hairianto Diman and Susan Ng speak with Lim Sze Hwee, Senior Dietitian, Singapore General Hospital whop explains how your body clock affects metabolism, how late is too late and why what you eat still matters.

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From moving house to building alumni connections and planning years in advance, Primary 1 registration can become a major family project. As Singapore changes the system from 2027, Hairianto Diman and Susan Ng ask how much effort is reasonable and what happens when parents become too invested in getting one particular school. They chat with Dr Jean Liu, Associate Professor of Psychology, Health and Social Sciences Cluster, Singapore Institute of Technology; Jervis Ng, Founder, JNA Real Estate & Associate Branch District Director, PropNex

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On today's (17 Sep) markets analysis on Open For Business, Hairianto Diman and Susan Ng speak with Mark Cabana, Co-head of Global Rates Research, BofA Securities 

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More than 80 properties forfeited in Singapore's largest money-laundering case are being progressively put up for sale, with the first 25 heading to auction this month. Hairianto Diman and Susan Ng speak with Nicholas Mak, Chief Research Officer, Mogul.sg who explains who can bid, how guide prices are set, what happens when the hammer falls and where the proceeds will go 

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The haze’s return to Singapore has led to people feeling hot from the heat, and bothered by the eye and throat irritation spells. For some, things aren’t helped by the need to commute to work amid these conditions. It’s hazy, would you rather be working from home during this period? Daniel Martin discusses further with CP Tham, Co-Founder and Human Capital Risk Consultant, Just HR. He’s also a chartered psychologist.

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While some of us head to underground malls, MRT stations, and connectors to escape the haze, could the air quality in those places be worse? Daniel Martin finds out from Dr Bowen Du, Assistant Professor, Department of the Built Environment, College of Design and Engineering, NUS.

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Guest: Max Bondurri, Founder & CEO, SGMC Capital

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Air quality improved across Singapore on Wednesday (16 September). Daniel Martin looks at what’s driving the changes, and how everyday activities can affect the air quality inside our homes. He speaks with Professor Rajasekhar Balasubramanian from the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, College of Design and Engineering, NUS.

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In ‘Culture Club’ Melanie Oliveiro speaks with the two Executive Producers of the award-winning The Violinist, an animated Singapore feature film co-directed & created by filmmaker and animator Ervin Han. Justin Deimen and Leonard Lai discuss the main behind-the-scenes stories. Michael Lim from Animation Nation reviews the film and explains what it means to Singapore.

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Packing for a holiday often means planning outfits for the weather, but skincare is usually treated as one routine for every destination. Cheryl Goh speaks with Prachi Saini, Founder of Singapore Girl to look at how changing climates, humidity and temperature can affect our skin and comfort, and why travel skincare may need to be more mindful of the environment we are moving through. 

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Viva Lavender brings modern tapas, wood-fired meats, steaks and wine together at its Lavender Street home. Cheryl Goh speaks with Bryan Ang, Restaurant Manager, Viva Lavender, and Colin Peh, Head Chef, Viva Lavender to find out how its team sources its meats, develops its European-Asian flavours and responds to changing expectations from diners. 

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From the night’s biggest surprises to what separates good television from Emmy-worthy television, Hairianto Diman and Susan Ng unpack this year’s winners, whether the awards still reflect what audiences love, and how much an Emmy matters in the streaming era with Dr Nasya Bahfen, Senior Lecturer, Department of Politics Media and Philosophy, La Trobe University 

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On today's (16 Sep) markets analysis on Open For Business, Hairianto Diman and Susan Ng speak with Jun Bei Liu, Founder and Lead Portfolio Manager, Ten Cap

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Haze has returned to Singapore, putting the spotlight on how households can protect themselves from poorer air quality. Hairianto Diman and Susan Ng look at how effective air purifiers are against haze, what to consider when choosing HEPA filters, when filters need replacing and what you can do to improve indoor air quality without a purifier with Prof Liu Zheng, Professor, School of Materials Science & Engineering, and President's Chair in Materials Science and Engineering. They also get an update on the haze situation with Assistant Prof Wang Jingyu, National Institute of Education, NTU Singapore and Principal Investigator, Climate Transformation Programme, at the Earth Observatory of Singapore

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AI leaders are calling for development to slow down over growing safety concerns, while US President Donald Trump argues the US cannot afford to fall behind China. Hairianto Diman and Susan Ng examine how real the risks are — and whether slowing AI down is even possible with Deepika Giri, Head of AI Research for IDC, Asia Pacific

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Guest: Tan De Jun, Portfolio Manager, FSM Global.

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More than 10,000 people were sent phishing messages using an SMS blaster operated from a car. Daniel Martin speaks to Matthias Yeo, CEO of Cyber X Center, about how the technology works, why the messages can look legitimate, and how you can spot them.

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With OBS’ third and largest campus now open on Coney Island, more students will get the chance to take part. Daniel Martin speaks to Esther Foong-Tan, Family Life Education Specialist and mother of two, about whether OBS should become a rite of passage for every student, or remain a choice.

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Some of the biggest names in AI are backing calls to slow the development of increasingly powerful systems. Daniel Martin speaks to Sean Duca, Founder and Principal of The Duca Group, about whether AI has advanced too far to slow down, what a slowdown would actually look like, and how we balance its potential benefits against the risks.

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MO BAR has launched its first house spirit, a tropical Old Tom-style gin created with local distillery Distillius. We go behind the bar with Kim Jung Hoo, Bar Manager at MO BAR, Mandarin Oriental, Singapore to out how mango, mandarin and osmanthus come together in the bottle, and how the gin takes shape across different their cocktail programme.

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A HYROX athlete's decision to finish – and win – a race despite suffering bowel incontinence has sparked debate over sporting grit, hygiene and responsibility to other competitors. Susan Ng asks where the line should be drawn between pushing through adversity and knowing when it's time to stop. For that, she speaks with Nicholas Fang, former sport administrator, national fencer and triathlete. He's also Managing Director at Novastella, a sports consultancy.

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The shutdown of True Fitness and True Yoga has left workers searching for new jobs and raised fresh questions about the pressures facing fitness operators in Singapore. Susan Ng finds out the support available for the employees and the challenges facing the fitness industry with Sean Tan, President, Singapore Fitness Alliance

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On today's (15 Sep) markets analysis on Open For Business, Susan Ng speaks with Dina Ting, Head of Global Index Portfolio Management, Franklin Templeton

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Oil markets face fresh pressure after attacks knocked out Saudi Arabia’s East-West pipeline, a key alternative to the Strait of Hormuz. With Brent and WTI crude above US$100 a barrel and fuel prices rising, Susan Ng examines how vulnerable global oil supplies are and what prolonged disruption could mean for Singapore and Asia with Jaime Brito, Executive Director, Refining and Oil Markets, Dow Jones Energy 

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The Houthis’ latest advance is raising fresh concerns about regional security and global shipping. Daniel Martin speaks to Malminderjit Singh, Founder and Managing Director of Terra Corporate Affairs, about the shifting balance of power, the implications for Gulf states and what could happen next.

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BRICS leaders wrapped up their summit in New Delhi with a show of unity despite divisions within the bloc. Daniel Martin speaks to Malminderjit Singh, Founder and Managing Director of Terra Corporate Affairs, about what brought its members together, where differences remain, and BRICS’ growing role in the global order.

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Guest: Thilan Wickramasinghe, Head of Research, Maybank Securities Singapore

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Following the closure of True Fitness and True Yoga in Singapore, Daniel Martin speaks with Debby Lim, Senior Partner at Dentons Rodyk and co-head of its Restructuring, Insolvency and Bankruptcy practice, about the considerations around giving customers advance warning when a business is facing closure.

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A new Youth Digital Pulse Report captures how young people experience social media and online harms. Daniel Martin speaks with Bryan Ong, Co-Head of Advocacy at the YouthTech Institute and Principal Investigator of the report, about what young people want from parents, schools and platforms, and what safeguards they believe could work.

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In ‘Culture Club’ Melanie Oliveiro speaks to the organisers & musicians involved in iNDiE PRiDE, a concert celebrating those who’ve shaped Singapore’s independent music scene. Organisers Denise Dolendo from The Substation and Lion City Rock / The Oddfellows’ Patrick Chng, as well as Francis Frightful from Opposition Party discuss this one-day event.

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Hormonal changes, stress and lifestyle factors can all affect our skin, often with an impact that goes beyond appearance. Cheryl Goh speaks with Su-Mae Chia, Founder and CEO of B/Skin to explore the link between skin health and overall wellbeing, common misconceptions about skincare, and how busy adults can build simple, sustainable habits to support healthier skin.

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More than US$60 trillion is expected to pass to millennials and Gen Z in the US by 2048. Cheryl Goh speaks with Melvin Deng, Chief Executive Officer, QCP Group to explore how younger investors could change investment decisions, whether digital assets will gain a greater place in family portfolios, and why regulation and custody remain important.

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Singapore rap pioneer and entertainer Sheikh Haikel reflects on his decades-long career, the milestones that shaped him and the legacy he hopes to leave behind. Following his recent stage four colon cancer diagnosis, he also opens up about the overwhelming support he has received from fans, friends and fellow artists across the region in this interview with Hairianto Diman and Elakeyaa Selvaraji.

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The Middle East conflict dominated discussions at the BRICS summit in New Delhi over the weekend. But efforts to ease tensions around the Strait of Hormuz have hit another hurdle. A meeting between Iran and Gulf Arab states in Oman, scheduled for Monday, has now been postponed. Elakeyaa Selvaraji and Hairianto Diman speak with Nader Hashemi, Associate Professor of Middle East and Islamic Politics, Georgetown University, for the latest.

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On today's (14 Sep) markets analysis on Open For Business, Hairianto Diman and Elakeyaa Selvaraji speak with Christina Woon, Head of Core and Income Equities, Eastspring Investments

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Social media users are transforming selfies into 1980s-style portraits using generative AI. But behind every image is real computing infrastructure consuming electricity and water. Hairianto Diman and Elakeyaa Selvaraji unpack how much energy AI image generation can use and why viral trends magnify the environmental impact with Ian Chew, Founder, Greenie Web

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Guest: Max Bondurri, Founder and CEO, SGMC Capital

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Hundreds of luxury goods forfeited in Singapore’s $3 billion money laundering case have been up for auction and they’re just the first batch, with more auctions to follow through May next year.
From designer handbags to fine jewellery and, later, luxury watches, perhaps all this has got you wondering whether there’s a bargain to be found. Daniel Martin discusses further with Jonathan Tee, Founder and CEO, Passions Auctions.

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A law that will giving the police powers to order service providers to share information and disable scam accounts was passed in Parliament on Wednesday (9 September). Daniel Martin finds out more from Alexander Woon, Lecturer, School of Law, SUSS, and Consultant, LVM Law Chambers.

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StarHub’s 5G Wellness Festival returns to New Bahru for its biggest edition yet, with two days of creativity, movement and play. Cheryl Goh speaks with Toi Chia, Chief of People, Organisation and Communications at StarHub to find out what’s on this year and explore different ways to find a little more balance between life online and off. 

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National canoeists Brandon Ooi and Soh Sze Ying have built a life together as teammates, partners and parents. Cheryl Goh speaks with them to find out how they balance elite sport, marriage and family life, and what their journey on and off the water reveals about teamwork, communication and resilience.

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Cavern Restaurant at Mandai is marking its first anniversary with a refreshed menu and a new after-dark arrival experience. Cheryl Goh find out how Singapore’s first cave-themed restaurant brings together dramatic surroundings, contemporary Western cuisine with Asian flavours, and open-flame cooking for a dining experience built around adventure with Head Chef Sheng Lim, and Amanda Liman, Vice President of Business Development (Projects).

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Speaking up to the boss can feel risky, especially when no one else is saying anything. Cheryl Goh speaks with Nat Fetalvero, host of CNA’s Work It podcast to find out how employees can raise concerns constructively and how managers can make it safer for their teams to be honest.

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Singapore remains an attractive target for terrorist elements, with conflicts in the Middle East adding to the threat and online self-radicalisation remaining a key concern. Elakeyaa Selvaraji and Hairianto Diman speak with Dr Graham Ong-Webb, Adjunct Fellow, S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies, to unpack ISD's latest threat assessment, why youths are particularly vulnerable and why early intervention matters. He's also Senior Advisor, Geopolitical & Regulatory Risk, Asia Pacific at Kroll.

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On today's (11 September) markets analysis on Open For Business, Elakeyaa Selvaraji and Hairianto Diman speak with Mel Siew, Head of Asia Public Credit, Muzinich & Co.

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ASEAN's landmark Digital Economy Framework Agreement promises to make it easier for companies to trade, move data and operate digitally across Southeast Asia. But more than eight in 10 surveyed businesses either don't know about the pact or haven't assessed what it means for them. Elakeyaa Selvaraji and Hairianto Diman speak with Bani Trehan, Managing Director, AI & Data at Accenture, to examine what's at stake and why companies may need to start preparing now. She’s also Vice Chair for the American Chambers.

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Not once, but twice, people were reportedly caught on camera entering a Woodlands HDB flat while it was being renovated. They were seen walking around the unit and taking photos, without the homeowners’ permission. Daniel Martin discusses further with Mark Tan, Co-Founder, Explore Living.

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The recent Apple special event on Wednesday (9 September 2026) was dubbed the 'Surprise and Shine' event. Launch highlights included: iPhone Duo, iPhone 18 Pro, Apple Watch Series 12, Apple Watch Ultra 4, and AirPods 5. It also marked John Ternus' debut keynote event as CEO. Daniel Martin discusses more with Bryan Ma, VP, Devices Research, International Data Corporation.

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Guest: Manish Saini, Investment Counselor, Citigold Private Client, Citibank Singapore

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The threat of terrorism to Singapore remains high, according to the Internal Security Department (ISD)’s annual Singapore Terrorism Threat Assessment Report, which came out on Thursday (10 September). Daniel Martin breaks the findings down with Dr Kumar Ramakrishna, Professor of National Security Studies, Dean of S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies,
and Research Adviser to International Centre for Political Violence and Terrorism Research, NTU.

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Natural skincare is becoming part of the wider wellness conversation, as consumers look for simple, mindful routines and products suited to Singapore’s hot, humid climate. Cheryl Goh looks at how homegrown brand Auolive is developing locally made skincare, and why caring for the skin can also be part of caring for overall wellbeing with Claire Au, founder of Auolive.

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AI mistakes are one concern, but what happens when AI agents try to hide them? Cheryl Goh speaks with Neville Vincent, SVP & GM for Asia Pacific, Japan and China at Trellix, to look at new findings from an AI security breach, what coordinated agent attacks could mean for cybersecurity, and the risks consumers may face as AI becomes more deeply embedded in daily life. 

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Marymount Bakehouse is opening its second outlet at Upper Thomson with a wider sourdough-centred menu, from levain pies and handmade pastas to sourdough-crusted seabass and 15 rotating loaves. Cheryl Goh speaks with Jing Wen, Co-owner of Marymount Bakehouse to find out what diners can expect from the new space and its latest creations.

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UMNO's annual general assembly comes as the party looks to build on recent electoral gains and prepare for Malaysia's next general election. Elakeyaa Selvaraji and Hairianto Diman speak with Afifah Ariffin, CNA's Senior Correspondent, to examine whether the party can remain a key partner in Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's unity government while exploring cooperation with PAS, and what its next move could mean for Malaysia's political landscape ahead of GE16.

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As more Singaporeans come forward with accounts of being approached over the Nanning pyramid scheme in China, Elakeyaa Selvaraji and Hairianto Diman examine how trust, social pressure and persuasive recruitment tactics can draw people in. They also unpack the psychology behind the pitch, the warning signs people may overlook, and how families can help someone who is already deeply involved. For more, they speak with Dr Reuben Ng, Behavioural and Data Scientist, Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, NUS, and Shashi Nathan, Joint Managing Partner & Head, Criminal Litigation Practice, Withers KhattarWong. 

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On today's (10 September) markets analysis on Open For Business, Elakeyaa Selvaraji and Hairianto Diman speak with David Chao, Global Market Strategist, Asia Pacific, Invesco.

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The Singapore dollar is strengthening, the ringgit has stumbled, the Philippine peso is under pressure and the yen is gaining – even as they confront many of the same global risks. Elakeyaa Selvaraji and Hairianto Diman unpack why Asian currencies are diverging, what determines which ones outperform, and who could emerge as the biggest winners and losers heading into the fourth quarter. For that, they speak with Saktiandi Supaat, Chief FX Strategist & Head of FX Research & Strategy, Maybank.

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Singapore's 15-year-olds are among the top performers of the 2025 Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA), which measures how well students of that age solve real-world problems. But, while Singapore ranks high at PISA 2025, does it reflect the common sense needed in an AI age? Daniel Martin discusses further with Assistant Professor Alwyn LEE, Learning Sciences & Assessment Department, National Institute of Education, NTU.

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Pokémon Worlds is coming to Singapore next year! Could it bring a Taylor Swift-sized boost with it? The crowds, the spending, the scramble for collectibles… Daniel Martin finds out what Singapore should expect. He speaks with Lindsay Jialin, Senior Producer, CNA Lifestyle.

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Guest: Dan Chang, Trading Representative, Phillip Securities

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'Just For Laughs Singapore' is returning for a second edition, with international and regional comedians taking the stage. But, does Singapore have a sense of humour and what exactly makes us laugh? Daniel Martin finds out from Selena Tan, Founder, Dream Academy.

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Grand Hyatt Singapore’s Finding Your Voice Living Room Session explores how breath, physical tension and voice shape presence and everyday communication. Ahead of a four-part Vocal Breathwork programme at Damai House, Cheryl Goh finds out what specialised actor training can teach us about speaking under pressure and bringing greater awareness into daily life with Petrina Kow, Voice, Accents and Public Speaking Coach, and Regional Director for Southeast Asia, Fitzmaurice Institute; and Timothy Parr, Hotel Manager, Grand Hyatt Singapore. 

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Willow is marking its fourth consecutive year with One MICHELIN Star with a new menu shaped by memory, instinct and a Singaporean perspective. Cheryl Goh finds out how familiar flavours like cream of chicken soup, suan cai yu and chicken biscuits are brought into a fine dining setting, while balancing heritage, innovation and sustainability with Nicolas Tam, Executive Chef at Willow. 

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AI is changing how people discover products, compare options and decide what to buy, but letting AI complete transactions on our behalf raises bigger questions around trust, control and security. Cheryl Goh speaks with Victor Liew, Chief Technology Officer and Co-Founder of StraitsX to look at what needs to happen before consumers can safely hand routine purchases to AI agents, and how this could reshape shopping, payments and spending habits.

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Singapore is raising ministerial salaries for the first time in 15 years, with political officeholders receiving increases of up to 9 per cent. Elakeyaa Selvaraji and Hairianto Diman examine the philosophy behind Singapore's political pay system, whether benchmarking ministers against top private-sector earners still makes sense, and how to put a price on public service. For more, they speak with Eugene Tan, Associate Professor of Law, SMU.

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Chiropractors in Singapore remain largely self-regulated, with the Government saying the risk of serious harm is currently low. Elakeyaa Selvaraji and Hairianto Diman speak with Associate Professor Joseph Thambiah, Senior consultant spine surgeon, National University Hospital, to examine what safeguards patients actually have, how to check a chiropractor's credentials and what recourse patients have when treatment goes wrong. He's also the Head of National University Spine Institute.

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On today's (9 September) markets analysis on Open For Business, Elakeyaa Selvaraji and Hairianto Diman speak with Uday Vikram, Co-Chief Investment Officer, Klay Group.

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Long-term US bond yields remain elevated, with the 10-year Treasury yield recently near 4.8%. Elakeyaa Selvaraji and Hairianto Diman look at what is driving the rise, from inflation and heavy government borrowing to AI-related capital spending, how the upcoming CPI report and Federal Reserve policy could shape the bond market, and where investors may find opportunities across bonds and equities. For that, they speak with Garett Lim, Partner & CMO, MOIQ Capital.

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A mother is suing her son’s preschool for negligence, after he was injured during playtime. She claims teachers failed to properly supervise the children. How have you handled your child’s mishaps in childcare or daycare? Daniel Martin discusses further with Nurul Huda Mohamad Rashid, founder and host of The Mum Collective SG, a podcast about motherhood and parenting. She’s also a mother of a 2-year-old boy and 4-year-old girl.

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Guest: Cyrus Ng, Senior Research Analyst, FSM Global

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How does understanding the PSI help you, and how do you avoid getting confused by other air-quality indicators? With haze affecting Singapore, Daniel Martin makes sense of the numbers and what they mean for your day. He spoke with Professor Steve Yim, Director, Centre for Climate Change and Environmental Health, NTU.

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One takeaway from AmChamSG’s 2026 Regional Economic Conference on Tuesday (8 September) is that Singapore’s looking at facilitating cross-border trade between the U.S and South-East Asia. But, isn’t it interesting that we’re having these discussions at the present time? Daniel Martin finds out from Steven Okun, CEO, APAC Advisors and former Clinton Administration official.

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In ‘Culture Club’, Melanie Oliveiro speaks to four Singapore American School students who recently released a cookbook, “At the Same Table”, which features over fifty recipes from around the region - from the Philippines to Bangladesh. The teens discuss not just the hearty cuisines but also the stories of migrant workers and foreign domestic helpers behind the recipes.

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Singapore’s hiring outlook remains positive, but employers appear to be moving more carefully, with fewer companies planning to increase headcount and many taking longer to fill roles. Cheryl Goh speaks with Joyce Bijl, Business Development Director, Asia Pacific & Middle East, ManpowerGroup to look at where demand remains strong, why hiring is becoming more selective, and what job seekers, fresh graduates and workers can do to stay competitive. 

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Singapore's new ReadSG movement is challenging people to read for at least 15 minutes every day, with streaks, goals and virtual rewards to keep them going. Hairianto Diman and Poh Kok Ing explore whether small daily habits can rebuild our attention spans and whether gamification can create lifelong readers. For more, they speak with Dr Sadie-Jane Huff, Editor-in-Chief of the Singapore Journal of Library and Information Management. She's also the former President of the Library Association of Singapore. 

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