Your Money with Michelle Martin

Michelle starts with the news of the day: the removal of the 15-month wait-out period. From today, private residential property owners who purchase a non-subsidised HDB resale flat without taking an HDB housing loan will no longer be subject to the 15-month wait-out period. Why has the Government made the change, and what could it mean for Singapore's HDB resale market? Then we turn to China, where the country's semiconductor ambitions have taken another leap. Chipmaker CXMT has made a spectacular stock market debut, with shares soaring nearly 500% and its founder pledging billions of dollars in employee bonuses. Meanwhile, Apple has reclaimed the title of the world's most valuable company from Nvidia, while SpaceX has seen its valuation shrink by the equivalent of an entire Tesla. We'll also unpack mixed earnings and the latest results from Singapore-listed REITs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Frailty doesn't usually begin with a dramatic fall - it often starts with subtle changes that are easy to overlook, from slowing down when getting out of a chair to avoiding stairs or walking less. Michelle Martin speaks with Associate Professor Tim Xu from the Singapore Institute of Technology about the early warning signs of frailty, why mobility loss is not an inevitable part of ageing, and what older adults and their families can do to maintain strength, balance and confidence. They also discuss new research into SIT's 12-week "Say No to Frailty" programme, how community rehabilitation is helping seniors remain independent in their own homes, and the habits we should all adopt now to help us live longer and stronger.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you making investment decisions today that could quietly undermine your retirement tomorrow? Michelle Martin speaks with Willie Keng, Founder of Dividend Titan (www.dividendtitan.com), about the four "silent enemies" of retirement investing. Plus, Willie walks us through a dividend investor's take on a megacap stock listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange. Michelle and Willie discuss why its market leadership, pricing power, and growing dividends make it a consumer staples company worth watching.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore surprises markets again as the Monetary Authority of Singapore tightens monetary policy, signalling confidence in the economy while moving to contain renewed inflation risks from higher oil prices. We unpack what the move means for the Singapore dollar, local equities and whether it could offer clues ahead of this week's pivotal US Federal Reserve meeting. We also look at China's blockbuster AI memory-chip IPO, which saw CXMT soar on its Shanghai debut, fuelling optimism around the country's semiconductor ambitions. Also hear about and the corporate stories moving Samsung, Shein, UOB and Raffles Medical in our Up or Down segment, before ending with the latest box office winner Michelle caught recently.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A high-profile case involving online messages and blurred interpersonal boundaries has sparked difficult conversations about attachment, perception and when persistent contact crosses the line. Why can two people experience the same relationship so differently? How can emotional closeness develop without a physical relationship? And at what point does genuine interest become unhealthy fixation? Michelle Martin speaks with Dr. Daniela Schreier, forensic and clinical psychologist at Ihsan Living, about the psychology of obsessive attachment, idealisation, cognitive bias and boundary recognition. Together they explore why some people struggle to let go, how internal narratives can distort reality, and what healthy attachment looks like in relationships built on mutual respect rather than emotional dependence.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can artificial intelligence help you choose the perfect cup of tea for your body? Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore has partnered with Singapore wellness brand Luli to launch what it says is the country's first AI-powered Traditional Chinese Medicine afternoon tea experience. Michelle Martin speaks with Ryan from Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore and Jovalene Teo, CEO and Founder of Luli and Aiteaic, about how the collaboration came together, why hotels are embracing personalised wellness, the science behind AI-powered TCM recommendations, and whether technology can make ancient wellness practices more accessible, engaging and enjoyable - without losing their authenticity.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore's markets are entering uncharted territory. The Monetary Authority of Singapore has surprised investors by tightening monetary policy, signalling confidence in the economy while warning that inflationary pressures - particularly from higher energy prices - remain a concern. At the same time, the Straits Times Index has surged to a record high, prompting fresh debate over whether investors should increase their exposure to Singapore equities. Is the so-called "Orchard Road Effect" turning Singapore into Asia's premium investment destination, and could the STI climb even higher? We also examine the latest volatility in AI and semiconductor stocks. With chipmakers under pressure despite continued demand for AI infrastructure, is this a buying opportunity or a signal to be more selective? Joining Michelle Martin is Cheng Chye Hsern, Head of Investment at Providend, to discuss whether record highs should deter investors, how rising oil prices could shape markets in the months ahead, and where the best investment opportunities may lie for the second half of 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wall Street fell as investors questioned whether surging AI spending will deliver sufficient returns, sending Tesla and Alphabet sharply lower despite another strong earnings season. Intel bucked the trend with its fastest revenue growth in nearly 15 years, fuelled by AI demand. Closer to home, Allianz is expanding in Singapore through a S$2.9 billion acquisition of HSBC Life Singapore after its unsuccessful bid for Income Insurance. We also look at Brent crude staying above US$100 a barrel and stocks on the move, including Oracle, Lockheed Martin and Eli Lilly.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore launches its first Singapore Depository Receipts with SpaceX, Sea and Grab making their SGX debut. We unpack what SDRs mean for investors, look at Wall Street's AI-driven rally, discuss why semiconductor stocks remain the market's biggest debate, and round up the latest movers including Super Micro, General Motors, the Japanese yen and Kubota's breakthrough water-from-air technology.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Straits Times Index has quietly outperformed many major global markets this year, even as Wall Street continues to dominate headlines with artificial intelligence, Big Tech and record valuations. So what's driving the STI's resilience? Is this simply a rotation into value stocks and banks, or does it reflect stronger fundamentals in Singapore's market?  Michelle Martin speaks with Nirgunan Tiruchelvam, Head of Consumer and Internet Research at Aletheia Capital, to unpack what's behind the divergence between Singapore and US equities. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When her husband's hair transplant failed, Kate Cheung took things into her own hands - literally! Michelle Martin speaks with Kate Cheung, Founder of The Scalp Studio, one of Singapore's earliest scalp micropigmentation practitioners. Trained by leading experts in New York and London, Kate has performed more than 1,000 scalp micropigmentation (SMP) procedures in just four years. What is the process about, and how long does the illusion of greater hair density last? Are more women trying SMP out? Find out in this episode of Live Well With Michelle. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore is home to some of the market's most recognisable names, from SGX, Singtel and Singapore Airlines to Keppel, CapitaLand Investment and SATS. But while these companies are often seen as national champions, does that automatically make them great investments? Michelle Martin speaks with Alvin Chow, Co-founder of Dr Wealth, about how investors should distinguish between a great business and a great stock. They discuss whether strong companies can still disappoint if expectations are already priced in, and where overlooked opportunities may lie instead. The conversation examines the latest developments across Singapore's blue-chip names - from SGX's surge in trading activity and Singtel's capital recycling strategy, to CapitaLand Investment's asset-light transformation, SIA's record revenue but lower profits, SATS' global expansion, and Keppel's ongoing business reshaping. Alvin also shares which company offers the strongest long-term investment case today and the biggest mistake retail investors make when assuming a great company will automatically deliver great returns.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Markets are entering a new phase of the AI investment story. While demand for artificial intelligence remains exceptionally strong, investors are becoming more discerning about which companies will ultimately translate that demand into sustainable profits. Michelle Martin explores why TSMC's strong earnings still triggered a semiconductor sell-off, what Deutsche Bank says is the next big question for AI investing, and why money is rotating into healthcare and financials. Plus, Abbott Laboratories surges on strong earnings, Alphabet stumbles after another Gemini delay, and why oil fell despite escalating tensions in the Middle East. Three key investor takeaways round out today's Market View.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Dr Arthur Chin, author of The Scrolling Generation: Managing Screen Time and Protecting Our Kids' Mental Health, explains why today's biggest challenge isn't simply how long children spend online, but how algorithms and AI are shaping their attention, emotions and behaviour. We explore the warning signs parents often miss, why school rules alone won't solve the problem. Michelle Martin finds out about the practical ways families can build healthier digital habits without declaring war on technology.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For years, many people believed public sector jobs were among the safest. But GovTech's decision to restructure its workforce is a reminder that in today's economy, no role is completely immune to change. If retrenchment can happen in organisations that are performing well,how long could your savings last? What would you do if your income stopped tomorrow?  And is financial preparedness only part of the equation? In this episode of Money and Me, Elijah Lee, Senior Financial Services Manager at Phillip Securities, shares lessons from his own retrenchment experience and from helping clients navigate career disruptions in this conversation with Michelle Martin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle Martin highlights the deeply personal, spiritually informed first book by Member of Parliament, Chair of the Government Parliamentary Committee for Education and author Daryl David.Darryl shares why he chose 'peace' as a central frame for his ideas on leadership. He talks about the leaders that have inspired this book and those who inspired him to be a better leader. If you are interested in leading with head, heart and soul, Michelle says, this is the book to pick up. Can this book help anyone become a better leader? Is leading with peace compatible with corporate cultures that value difference and perspective taking?  And in an age of AI, uncertainty and constant change, what does it take to remain centred while making difficult decisions? Find out in this episode of Read.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Should you buy Apple before the investor update? Are Big Tech earnings about to reset market expectations? And could China's AI challenger Moonshot become the next blockbuster IPO? Michelle Martin also unpacks Samsung Biologics' major deal, Spain's World Cup windfall, the "Drake Curse", and why Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey is already rewriting box office history. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Netflix shares tumble despite double-digit revenue growth, reminding investors that lofty expectations can outweigh solid results. Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode explores why TSMC continues to ride the AI wave while Nvidia expands its physical AI ambitions and Alphabet faces fresh pressure over delays to Gemini 3.5 Pro. We also discuss Blackstone-backed AirTrunk's planned Singapore REIT IPO, the global pullback in AI stocks, and why some strategists believe US small caps are enjoying their strongest run in decades. Plus, in Up or Down: SpaceX comes under pressure after a failed Starship test and growing short interest, while Thailand's stock market stages one of the year's most surprising turnarounds.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Follow the smart money! Where are sophisticated investors deploying capital and what might that mean for you?  Maureen Li, Founder and CEO of ABIEL Property Investment Group, shares insights into commercial property investing and why it's attracting growing interest and where the next chapter of Singapore's property story is unfolding in this conversation with Michelle Martin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wall Street's earnings season is gathering pace, and the biggest banks are proving that market volatility can be highly profitable. Morgan Stanley posts record revenue and earnings as equities trading surges, while wealth management reaches a milestone US$10 trillion in client assets. Back home, DBS unveils an ambitious plan to double assets under management to S$1 trillion by 2030, betting that artificial intelligence and Asia's growing affluent population will fuel its next phase of growth. Is the bank's remarkable share price rally justified - and what should investors watch next? Michelle Martin also rounds up the latest moves on Wall Street, where resilient corporate earnings continue to outweigh concerns over higher oil prices and geopolitical tensions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A passenger is pulled halfway out of an aircraft at 16,000 feet. A two-year-old becomes the only eyewitness to one of Britain's most notorious murders. Two extraordinary cases offer profound lessons about how the human mind responds when life changes in an instant. Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode explores what happens to the brain under extreme stress, why memory isn't a perfect recording of events, and how trauma can reshape our relationships, identity and sense of safety. Forensic and clinical psychologist Dr Daniela Schreier, Forensic and Clinical Psychologist from Ihsan Living explains why some people develop lasting psychological scars while others experience remarkable resilience. Most importantly, we ask: What can these stories teach the rest of us? This conversation offers practical insights into living well - not by avoiding life's hardest moments, but by learning how we can live through them and perhaps even thrive after adversity.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two numbers that may reveal more about your future health than almost anything else? In "Ask a Cardiologist", Michelle finds out more about the "silent killer" damaging the heart, brain and kidneys long before symptoms appear. This episode explores what your blood pressure is really telling you, the everyday habits that make the biggest difference, and the latest advances in treatment for people whose hypertension remains difficult to control. Hosted by Michelle Martin with Dr. Chin Chee Tang, Senior Consultant Cardiologist at the National Heart Centre Singapore.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After months of AI-fuelled gains, investors hit the brakes on semiconductor stocks, sending SanDisk, Micron, Western Digital, Marvell Technology and Oracle sharply lower this week as concerns grew over lofty valuations and massive AI spending. Yet money didn't leave tech entirely - it rotated into profitable software names. Which names have gained ground? We unpack what this shift says about the next phase of the AI boom, why JPMorgan Chase's strong earnings are reassuring investors about the health of the US economy, and what IBM's disappointing outlook reveals about rising expectations for AI. We also examine whether softer US inflation could give the Federal Reserve more room to cut rates, and why geopolitics may matter more than inflation in the days ahead. Plus, the stocks and sectors investors should keep firmly on their watchlist. Hosted by Michelle Martin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We have 3 small cap Singapore ideas to dissect and also take on Trump's U-turn on a proposed Hormuz shipping toll to the next phase of the AI boom. We separate signal from noise in a market driven by geopolitics, earnings and investor psychology, looking at Wall Street's earnings season and what South Korea's sharp market sell-off teaches. The heart of the discussion with Swapnil Mishra, Author of "Investing for the Clueless, Reckless and Overly Cautious"  unpacks what could be the next major investment opportunity, after NVIDIA. Hosted by Michelle Martin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AI's biggest chipmaker is smashing records - but oil prices, legal battles and geopolitical tensions are testing investor confidence. Hosted by Michelle Martin, we unpack TSMC's blockbuster revenue growth ahead of earnings, the latest Middle East tensions pushing oil prices higher, and Apple's legal clash with OpenAI over its hardware ambitions. We also ask whether DBS deserves its S$200 billion valuation, examine the legal challenge to the Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery merger, and look at Lum Chang Creations' move to the SGX Mainboard.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in women - yet many don't realise menopause marks a critical turning point for cardiovascular health. Hosted by Michelle Martin, Dr Pinakin V. Parekh explains how hormonal changes during menopause can increase risk of a heart attack. We also discuss hormone therapy, prevention and why women need a more integrated approach to midlife healthcare.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Debt can build wealth - or quietly destroy it. So where's the line? Hosted by Michelle Martin, Christopher Tan, CEO of Providend, explores whether attitudes towards borrowing are changing among younger Singaporeans. From mortgages and credit cards to investment leverage and premium financing for insurance, we examine when debt is a powerful financial tool - and when it becomes a dangerous trap. Plus, what are the financial and psychological guardrails that can help borrowers avoid costly mistakes?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode previews a pivotal week for investors as earnings season kicks off with JPMorgan Chase and Netflix, while fresh inflation data and renewed U.S.-Iran tensions add another layer of uncertainty. We unpack Bank of America's top earnings picks, ask whether AI momentum can continue after standout performances from SK Hynix and Meta.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle speaks with the first Gastroenterologist in Singapore to be recognised as a National Fellow by World Obesity Federation, to find out about advances in weight control. As science transforms our understanding of obesity, experts now recognise it as a chronic disease shaped by biology, hormones and the brain - not just lifestyle choices. Hosted by Michelle Martin in conversation with Dr Ravishankar Asok-kumar, Senior Consultant, Gastroenterologist and Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopist at Singapore General Hospital, this episode explores why weight regain is so common, where GLP-1 medications and new minimally invasive treatments fit, and why personalised obesity care could change not just our weight, but our long-term health, confidence and quality of life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, hosted by Michelle Martin, we unpack SK Hynix's record-breaking US$26.5 billion U.S. listing and why investors are pouring money into the critical infrastructure powering artificial intelligence. We explore Meta's move into AI coding, OpenAI's launch of its long-awaited AI "super app," and the growing legal battle over whether AI companies should compensate news publishers for the content that trains their models. We also check in on a steadier Wall Street as geopolitical tensions ease and examine what calmer markets mean for investors. Finally, we look at why the next stage of the AI revolution may be won not just by software developers- but by the companies building the chips, memory and infrastructure behind it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Artificial intelligence has transformed the way we work, but could the next computing revolution come from biology instead? Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode explores the groundbreaking field of biological computing with Dr Chong Hon Weng, Founder and CEO of Cortical Labs. Discover how lab-grown human neurons are being fused with silicon chips to create computers that learn in fundamentally different ways from today's AI. We explore why Singapore is home to the country's first Biological Data Centre, how this technology could accelerate drug discovery for neurological diseases, dramatically reduce AI's energy consumption, and reshape robotics, cybersecurity and healthcare. Finally, Dr Chong tackles the ethical questions surrounding the use of living human brain cells and shares his vision for the future of intelligence itself.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, hosted by Michelle Martin, Tim Phillips, founder of TimTalksMoney, explores whether new lower-cost global ETFs genuinely challenge VWRA or whether fund size, liquidity and tracking matter more than headline fees. We examine why institutional investors are pouring back into Singapore equities and whether record-high prices for DBS, OCBC and UOB still leave room for further gains. The conversation also tackles one of the year's biggest investor dilemmas: should you rebalance after a volatile first half of 2026, or stay the course? Beyond Singapore, we assess whether Hong Kong dividend stalwarts like CLP Holdings, BOC Hong Kong and MTR offer attractive diversification alongside local banks and REITs. Finally, we discuss where CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust and Frasers Centrepoint Trust fit into an income portfolio and the key market catalysts investors should watch through the rest of 2026.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Temasek's biggest increase in China investments in five years raises a fascinating question: what is long-term capital seeing that others may be missing?  Hosted by Michelle Martin, we unpack the Singapore investment giant's AI-driven strategy as its portfolio surpasses S$400 billion. We also examine how rising oil prices, Fed uncertainty and geopolitical tensions are rattling global markets, while more than two-thirds of technology stocks have slipped into correction territory. Plus, why Levi Strauss is outperforming expectations by reinventing denim for a new generation of consumers. In our Up or Down segment, we look at Broadcom, Apple, SpaceX, Luxshare, and South Korean equities to find out where momentum is building - and where investors are losing confidence.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle Martin's guest started her business after a health challenge when she faced the prospect of having to take medication to manage an autoimmune disease for life. That kicked off the start of her deep dive into one of our most powerful senses that is often overlooked.  Our sense of smell has a direct connection to the brain's emotional and memory centres, making fragrance far more than a pleasant luxury. Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode explores essential oils, stress, sleep, focus and workplace wellbeing with Michelle Sim, Founder of Sixth Senses Aromatics and a Duke-certified Health & Wellbeing Coach. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Has the first half of 2026 quietly rewritten the investing playbook? Markets have climbed despite geopolitical tensions, sticky interest rates and lofty valuations - but is the rally becoming broader and more durable?  Hosted by Michelle Martin, this investor debate brings together Arun Pai, Partner of Monk's Hill Ventures and Alvin Chow, Co-founder of Dr Wealth to challenge conventional wisdom on where opportunities - and risks - lie for the rest of the year.  From sectors to avoid to markets worth buying, the duo shares their highest-conviction ideas in a rapid-fire showdown. If you're wondering whether your portfolio is still positioned for what's next, this episode offers fresh perspectives to help shape your second-half strategy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosted by Michelle Martin, we unpack why AI stocks dragged global markets lower despite broader market resilience and what that signals for investors. We explore why the consumer discretionary sector has become Wall Street's biggest laggard - and whether it could be the market's next opportunity. In our UP or DOWN segment, we assess Samsung's bid to stay ahead of Apple in foldable smartphones and the overwhelming demand for SK Hynix's blockbuster US listing. Closer to home, we examine Singapore stocks in focus, including Frasers Property, ESR-REIT and Foundation Healthcare, and what their latest developments could mean for shareholders.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are Singapore REITs entering a new era where management decisions matter more than interest rates? Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode explores four of the biggest REIT stories shaping the market - from resilient industrial assets to bold acquisitions and strategic divestments. We examine why industrial REITs continue to outperform, whether OUE REIT's S$500 million sale of Crowne Plaza Changi Airport is smart capital recycling, and if CapitaLand Ascendas REIT is buying logistics assets at the right point in the cycle. We also unpack the debate surrounding CICT's S$3.9 billion acquisition of Paragon and what investors should look for when evaluating landmark REIT transactions. Companies discussed: CapitaLand Integrated Commercial Trust (CICT), OUE REIT, CapitaLand Ascendas REIT (CLAR), Crowne Plaza Changi Airport, Paragon. Whether you're investing for income or long-term growth, discover how to assess acquisitions, divestments, DPU accretion and management execution beyond the headlines.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Health supplements in Singapore do not require pre-market approval, so what does that mean for shoppers? We unpack how to read labels, assess dosage, interpret claims like "natural" and "clinically proven", and understand why transparency matters. Our guests also explain what goes on behind the scenes in supplement manufacturing, from formulation and quality control to batch traceability. Guests: Sherman Lim, Chief Marketing Officer, and Jessie Jet Shee Teng, Head of R&D, The Purest Group.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if the biggest fortunes in AI aren't being made by the companies building chatbots - but by those supplying the memory behind them? South Korea's tech giants Samsung and SK Hynix are riding an unprecedented AI chip boom, but can record profits and soaring share prices keep climbing? We unpack why Wall Street returned from the holiday in a bullish mood, what Microsoft's latest job cuts signal about its AI strategy, and whether United Airlines has turbulence ahead from an unusual lawsuit. We also examine Versant's $530 million bet on golf technology and ask whether China's fast-growing C-Beauty brands could become the country's next global soft-power success story. Companies discussed: Samsung, SK Hynix, Microsoft, Nvidia, Meta, Amazon, Alphabet, United Airlines, Versant, Full Swing, Comcast, OpenAI. Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode connects the day's biggest market stories to the investment trends that could shape portfolios in the months and years ahead.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why do so many men wait until they're sick before taking their health seriously - and what could that hesitation be costing them? Men in Singapore still die years earlier than women, even though many of the biggest killers can be prevented or treated if caught early. Dr Reyor Ko, Lead Hybrid Care Doctor at Doctor Anywhere, explains why silent conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes and high cholesterol often go unnoticed, how preventive care should evolve from your 20s to your 50s, and why a simple conversation with your GP could be one of the highest-return investments you'll ever make. Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode explores how taking charge of your health isn't just about living longer - it's about living with more energy, vitality and freedom for the people and purpose that matter most.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Could South Korea be this year's hottest equity market? Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode examines Samsung's stunning 150% rally and whether reports of an Anthropic partnership signal the next phase of the AI trade. We also unpack UBS' latest defensive dividend stock ideas as investors prepare for the second half of 2026. Plus, we review the year's biggest market winners - from the Russell 2000 to Singapore's STI - and reveal which Singapore stocks  have outperformed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if one of the biggest performance breakthroughs isn't another productivity hack - but a better night's sleep?  Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode explores how engineer and entrepreneur Ken Leong, Founder of Giraf the Pillow, spent 17 years challenging one of the world's most overlooked products: the pillow. We discuss why recovery may be the next frontier in human performance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Michelle Martin meets Woo Wen Qi, Founder & Creative Lead of Eltwine, who went from banking to designing clothes for full-figured Asian women. Together they unpack the hidden realities behind side hustles, six-figure revenues, burnout, identity, and knowing when you're truly ready to make the leap.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We have some great real world role-models today to help women ensure they do not outlive their retirement savings. Hosted by Michelle Martin with Grace Tay, Associate Director at Finexis Advisory, they discuss practical tips women can rely on to protect their futures and even retire earlier than planned! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is Wall Street becoming more selective after the AI boom, and are investors demanding more than just growth stories? Hosted by Michelle Martin, this episode explores Nvidia's bold move to trade AI computing power for future revenue, Meta's cloud ambitions, and Microsoft's next phase of AI monetisation. We also unpack why Google faces fresh regulatory pressure in Europe, even as its long-term business remains resilient. In the EV sector, Tesla tumbles despite beating delivery expectations, Ford struggles with slowing sales, while Rivian emerges as a rare bright spot and Lucid disappoints. Finally, we head to Hollywood to ask whether the Minions franchise still has blockbuster magic - or if even the biggest growth stories eventually lose momentum. From Big Tech to electric vehicles and entertainment, we examine what today's headlines reveal about investor expectations, valuation and where the next opportunities may lie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore has handed four hectares of rare waterfront land next to Marina Barrage to a wellbeing destination that breaks ground today.  Therme Singapore, opening in 2030, is a billion-dollar concept built not around shopping or spectacle, but around something harder to price: how people rest, connect and recharge. It's being called Asia's first large-scale social wellbeing development, weaving water, nature, culture and health into a single place. Michelle Martin sits down with the two men behind it - former National Development Minister and Therme Group Asia Chairman Mah Bow Tan, and Therme Group founder and CEO Robert Hanea. Together they ask why a city famous for planning decades ahead is now treating wellbeing as infrastructure and whether a billion-dollar development is being designed from ground up to feel like a space that's genuinely open to everyone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosted by Michelle Martin, today's episode opens with a bold broker call: DBS sees 46% upside in Jardine Matheson and reckons the conglomerate's own targets are too modest. Closer to home, two SGX names to watch - Apac Realty and Lum Chang Creations. Then a genuine puzzle out of the US chip sector: Micron and SanDisk are having their best year ever, yet somehow screen cheaper than they did in February. In the daily UP or DOWN, Michelle runs through Intel's Trump-fuelled jump, Amazon's bid to take on Nvidia, SpaceX's bumpy market debut, and an Indian IPO that could hand early backers - Temasek among them - a 6,400-fold return. All wrapped before a quiet Juneteenth night on Wall Street.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bloated after meals, wired on caffeine, drained on a full night's sleep - we've quietly agreed to call this "modern life." But what if small tweaks from a TCM perspective might help? This week, Michelle meets Joanna Wong, the bespoke TCM taste curator who left 30 years in corporate branding including 16 years at Eu Yan Sang, to do what most chefs wouldn't dare: slip Chinese herbs into fine dining, minus the bitter aftertaste. It's a conversation about digestion as the quiet engine behind your energy, focus and mood - and why what's on your plate may matter more than what's in your supplement drawer. The conversation is packed with small, intelligent shifts that let you eat well and feel well!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens to your money, your home, and your medical care if one day you can't speak for yourself? In this episode of Money and Me, hosted by Michelle Martin, lawyer and Certificate Issuer Kwok-Chern Yew Tee unpacks the Lasting Power of Attorney - the document that decides who steps in when you can't. With LPA Form 1 application fees now waived for Singapore citizens, the biggest excuse has quietly disappeared. Yet most people under 50 still have not filed this  assuming it's a concern for old age. Hear real cases that show why filling this could be the smartest money move you make for yourself while you can.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Could the market's hottest AI trades be creating the next generation of meme stocks? And if a sneaker company can reinvent itself as an AI firm, what exactly are investors buying today - earnings, or imagination? We explore why companies are rushing to attach themselves to the AI narrative and what that means for valuations. We examine a provocative debate around SpaceX, Samsung and SK Hynix as investors pile into AI-linked winners, blurring the line between fundamentals and market enthusiasm. Plus, JPMorgan's bullish call on a chip stock, Microsoft's expanding AI footprint in China, Apple's warning that the AI boom could push prices higher, and Singtel's latest data centre bet on Asia's AI future. As US markets weigh geopolitics, oil prices and interest rates, we ask: are investors witnessing the birth of durable AI champions - or the early signs of speculative excess? Hosted by Michelle Martin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.