Breakfast with Ryan Huang, Emaad Akhtar and Audrey Siek

In the ever-evolving field of mental health care, technological advancements are opening new doors. One innovation is poised to make a significant impact, as this technology promises to introduce a novel approach to mental health solutions. But what makes it stand out in this rapidly advancing field? Wendy Wu, Founder and Chairman, Wonder Tech, aSingapore based startup that has received an award from Temasek Foundation last year for their Voice-AI, which uses people’s voices to detect mental illnesses. Presented by Audrey Siek This podcast is produced and edited by Anthea Ng (nganthea@sph.com.sg) She produces Mind Your Business, Biz-How-To and Breakfast Special segments on the Breakfast Show. Do contact her for topics: C-Suite, SME, Startups, Health-tech, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town.

Who doesn't enjoy the odd cup (or three) of green tea extract now and then? The hot cuppa's antioxidant properties are pretty well known, but a viral TikTok trend suggests it could also be 'Nature's Ozempic,' in reference to its apparent ability to help with weight loss. How true are these claims? Is green tea really an elixir for those wanting to shed some pounds? "Tea"-une in to Breakfast Bites to find out more. Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek Edited by Emaad Akhtar Music and photo credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors

Tech giant Amazon is ordering staff back to the office five days a week from January 2025 as the company ends its hybrid work policy. Its chief executive Andy Jassy has called the move one that will help employees be “better set up to invent, collaborate, and be connected enough to each other”. Has your perspective of working from home changed pre versus post pandemic, and has working from home changed your relationships with your colleagues?  On this episode of Morning Shot, Dr Shawn Ee, Clinical Psychologist & Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist, and Director of The Psychology Practice shares his insights from a psychological perspective. Presented by: Emaad Akhtar  Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Photo credits: Mark Lennihan/AP

Vasu Menon, Managing Director, Investment Strategy, OCBC Bank shares his biggest takeaways from the latest round of stimulus measures from China that includes support for the equities market as well as housing relief. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang

Recently recognized for exceptional achievements in sustainability, a prominent logistics firm has garnered top honours at the Singapore Environmental Achievement Awards 2024. Celebrated for their outstanding systems management and innovative workforce transformation practices, the company is making significant strides towards achieving net-zero emissions by 2050. With ambitious plans to electrify a portion of their fleet and develop a cutting-edge charging hub, their efforts are setting new benchmarks in the logistics sector. How has this firm managed to lead the way in sustainable logistics, and what can others learn from their approach? Here's our conversation with Ryan Hoo, Chief Sustainability Officer, Call Lade Enterprises. Presented by Audrey Siek This podcast is produced and edited by Anthea Ng (nganthea@sph.com.sg) She produces Mind Your Business, Biz-How-To and Breakfast Special segments on the Breakfast Show. Do contact her for topics: C-Suite, SME, Startups, Health-tech, Sustainability, Property, Intergenerational Family Business, Industry Outlook, Fintech and trending businesses in town.

Mega popstar Taylor Swift's endorsement of Democratic candidate Kamala Harris has made big waves. While the coveted endorsement may not necessarily change how Americans vote come November 5, the Taylor Swift effect is already showing in voter registration.  In her Instagram post endorsing Kamala Harris, Swift specifically cited misleading images of her supporting Republican candidate Donald Trump as a reason to speak now. One meme, which the former president shared on social media earlier, featured an AI generated image of Swift endorsing him. Swift’s endorsement of Harris makes her the latest in a long line of American celebrities to dip their toes into the arena of electoral politics. But how much do celebrity endorsements improve electoral prospects? On this episode of Morning Shot, Joel Penney, Associate Professor, School of Communication and Media, Montclair State University shares his perspectives. Presented by: Audrey Siek & Emaad Akhtar  Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Photo credits: Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images, Taylor Swift IG

Chris Weston, Head of Research, Pepperstone shares his insights on the post-FOMC rally in the markets, how China is riding a wave of positive sentiment into the Golden Week and if there are signs of more stimulus measures to come, as well as where the Australian Dollar is headed. Presented by: Ryan Huang Produced & Edited by: Yeo Kai Ting (ykaiting@sph.com.sg) Photo credits: Marlin Steel Wire Products LLC

Do you guys think you take your medications correctly? Research shows that as many as half of all patients don’t follow their med instructions properly. There may be things we all do (like splitting pills, storing them in the bathroom etc) that pharmacists have gone on record to say can be harmful to us. Audrey, Emaad and Ryan go through some of the do's and don'ts. Presented by Audrey Siek, Ryan Huang & Emaad Akhtar Produced and Edited by Audrey Siek  Music and photo credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors

Bollywood movies have it all - perfectly choreographed song-and-dance routines; plenty of drama and action; and larger-than-life heroes.  But how did this film industry, whose films are watched by 3 billion people around the world, rise to prominence? Emaad, Ryan and Audrey answer this question on World Bollywood Day! Presented by Emaad Akhtar, Ryan Huang & Audrey Siek Edited by Emaad Akhtar Music and photo credits: Pixabay & its talented community of contributors

Martin Hennecke, Head of Asia Investment Advisory, St James's Place discusses the significance of China's latest rate cut, and how investors should note that news around its economy typically has a negative correlation to the stock market. Produced/Presented: Ryan Huang