Best Cpf Podcasts (2025)

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S2E27: Should you invest your CPF? 25:20

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Investing your CPF might be exciting, but ensure you have enough too for housing and retirement. Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, get a headstart in your personal finance and career with The Straits Times. Retirement seems like ages away for a young person, and the CPF that accumulates can feel like money just sitting in a fund.…

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Borneo Entrepreneurs Share Truths and Opportunities in Sabah and Sarawak [TBS 33 ft Borenos, GinHo] 39:27

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S1E59: How iPhones, fast fashion spur the throwaway culture 43:07

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S2E25: Seaweed rising: Can it fuel Asia’s blue economy? 25:25

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Tune in for a discussion on whether there is an environmental and business case for Asia’s ocean crop. Synopsis: Every first and third Tuesday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the beat of the changing environment, from biodiversity conservation to climate change. As discussions on the blue economy pick up, one particular area has garnered p…

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Working Overseas vs in Singapore: Salary, Costs & Career Growth [W&S 141] 42:08

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Ever wondered if building your career overseas is really worth it—or if staying closer to home could actually give you more? Join us with two remarkable guests who’ve lived the global career life, then made the bold decision to return home. Here’s what you’ll hear: The real trade-offs between global roles abroad and regional success at home How fam…

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S2E44: Church and fortune-tellers: Why Filipinos find solace in both 21:03

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Asia’s only Christian nation, the Philippines, is devoutly Catholic. Yet, why do so many turn to peddlers of potions and talismans as well? Synopsis: Every first Friday of the month, The Straits Times catches up with its foreign correspondents about life and trends in the countries they're based in. One afternoon, Philippines correspondent Mara Cep…

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S1E65: WP offers S’poreans distinct alternatives to the PAP, say the party’s new MPs 30:19

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A marathon Parliament session unfolded last week, as MPs debated the President’s Address over five days. A total of 81 MPs spoke in support of the motion, including the 32 newly elected members who delivered their maiden speeches. They raised issues ranging from job and wage anxieties to bridging the wealth inequality gap and the disruption caused …

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How To Beat Low-Yield Savings & Make Your Cash Work Hard For You [Chills 236 ft Aberdeen SDEI] 39:32

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SSB rates are down. T-bills are down. Your cash is losing its mojo. So, what’s the next move? Everyone’s asking the same question: “Where can I park my cash to get a better yield, without taking on huge risk?” Join us as we crack the code on a smarter alternative. We’re talking about a fund designed for one job: to consistently beat cash. Learn abo…

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Longevity Supplements: Hype, Hope, or Real Business? [TBS 32 ft Qurio & Xandro Lab] 43:33

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Can popping a pill really make you feel like you’ve upgraded from a mid-tier phone to the latest flagship model? In this episode, one of us is skeptical… the other swears by it. We unpack the booming longevity supplement space with two guests who are right in the thick of it: - Dr. Eugene He – biotechnologist, naturopath, and CEO of Qurio Pte Ltd, …

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S1E141: Grieving matters: How to cope with the loss of a loved one 38:38

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Grief is a painful, individual emotional and physical response to a significant loss. But it can be managed. Synopsis: Every first Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times helps you make sense of health matters that affect you. Grief is a painful, individual emotional and physical response to a significant loss. Death, divorce, the loss of a home …

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S1E8: Competing for the Porsche Carrera Cup during F1 Grand Prix weekend in SG 32:35

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How a 36-year-old will be racing on the Marina Bay Street Circuit in Oct 2025 Synopsis: Every 3rd Wednesday of the month, The Straits Times examines not just vehicle prices but wider transport issues and trends connected to public and private transport. Host and senior transport correspondent Lee Nian Tjoe chats with Mr Roy Tang, who puts in his be…

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Demand Planning 101: What Every Planner Needs to Know 25:54

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No fluff. Just real talk from the field, made simple. Whether you're new to the world of planning or a seasoned pro looking for a refresher, this episode breaks down the fundamentals of demand planning in a way that’s practical, approachable, and actually useful. I cover the essentials who owns the forecast, what makes a good one, which KPIs matter…

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The Future Is Deep Tech: How Mid-Career Professionals Can Pivot [W&S 140 ft SGInnovate] 36:57

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Thinking about switching careers, but unsure if leaving the stability of an MNC for a startup is the right move? In this episode, we dive into: - Why some mid-career professionals are pivoting to deep tech startups - The surprising opportunities in Singapore’s growing innovation scene - What it really takes to thrive in a startup environment compar…

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S2E43: Tanks and missiles: The implications of China's grand military parade 22:42

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Beijing’s message was clear: We are a great power and a force for good. Synopsis: Every fourth Friday of the month, The Straits Times will now analyse the hottest political and trending talking points, alternating between its Malaysia and China bureaus. For September, host and deputy foreign editor Albert Wai connects again with senior China corres…

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S1E64: 15 disruptions in 3 months: Can a task force fix our MRT woes? 44:24

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Public transport operators SMRT and SBS Transit have been catching some heat lately, following a spate of at least 15 instances of rail delays and interruptions since July. Synopsis: Join Natasha Ann Zachariah at The Usual Place every Thursday as she unpacks the latest current affairs with guests. In the first three weeks of September, there were s…

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I Bought a $790K HDB and then left my $100K Job to Build a better life. [Chills 235 ft Asher Chua] 42:17

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What would you do if you walked away from a six-figure corporate job in your 20s to completely reimagine your life? We sit with Asher Chua, a former workaholic who traded quotas and endless sales calls for something entirely different. He’s experimented with side hustles, built his own consultancy, and even made some bold life decisions while juggl…

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NETS CEO on Data, Destiny, and the Future of Payments [TBS 31 ft NETS CEO] 44:41

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Ever used a card to pay for your morning kopi, tapped for your MRT ride, or scanned a QR code at a hawker centre? There's one name behind it all, a true legacy company that powers a huge part of Singapore's daily life. But what happens when a giant is no longer the cheapest option? We go behind the scenes of Singapore's payment infrastructure. We’r…

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Quitting Your Job to Save the World: The Singaporean Career Dilemma [W&S 139 ft ⁠Cheng Chai Hong, Martin Loh] 34:21

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Ever thought of quitting your stable job to chase a dream? Meet Cheng Chai Hong, Director, Writer, & Producer, and Martin Loh, Co-Producer and Head of Marketing of the local film ‘We Can Save the World.’ They share: - Why they left stable careers to dive into filmmaking - How they navigated financial uncertainty without grants or product placements…

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S1E63: The pickleball pickle: Loud nuisance or fun pastime? 31:41

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Pickleball has been a smash hit in Singapore over the past couple of years, but not everyone’s a fan. Synopsis: Join Natasha Ann Zachariah at The Usual Place every Thursday as she unpacks the latest current affairs with guests. The game has attracted players of all ages looking to learn a new skill, keep active or meet fellow ‘picklers’. On the fli…

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Lost $50K in CFDs. Then Built a Mid 6-Figure Portfolio with Singapore Small Cap [Chills 234 ft InvestKaki] 40:33

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Ever thought investing in small-cap stocks was just too risky? What if the biggest myths about them are hiding the biggest opportunities? We sit down with James Yeo, Investor and Trainer, Investkaki.com shares how he went from a five-figure wipeout to building a mid six-figure portfolio What you’ll hear: - The painful mistake that shaped his invest…

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Playing In The Boardroom: Changing Workplace Culture With Serious Games [TBS 30 ft Vincent Siu & Dev Bahl] 46:46

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What if the biggest problems in business and education could be solved… by playing a game? Forget everything you think you know about games being just for fun. We're diving into the multi-billion dollar world of serious games—where play is a powerful tool for training, change, and solving complex corporate challenges. You’ll discover: - How busines…

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S2E24: Is blended finance the right recipe to speed up climate investments in Asia? 19:42

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Public, private and philanthropic money is proving to be a successful mix to accelerate climate action. Synopsis: Every first and third Tuesday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the beat of the changing environment, from biodiversity conservation to climate change. When it comes to climate action, financiers are increasingly turning to the T…

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Why So Many Lawyers Are Quitting Singapore’s ‘Dream Career’ [W&S 138] 41:41

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Law is one of the most prestigious and traditional careers in Asia — but what happens when the dream job comes at a cost you didn’t expect? We speak with *Lalitha Rajah* (former lawyer turned yoga teacher & mom of two) and *Iman Ibrahim* (former divorce lawyer, now a burnout coach). 🔹 What sacrifices lie behind the glamour of the profession? 🔹 Why …

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S2E26: How to tell if your employer's leave practices are progressive 30:21

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Find out how to discern the hallmarks of employers who do well. Synopsis: Every first and third Monday of the month, get a headstart in your personal finance and career with The Straits Times. Host and ST correspondent Tay Hong Yi chats with Mr Richard Cooper, business leader for benefits for Mercer Marsh Benefits in Singapore. Mr Cooper advises or…

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S2E42: Xi-Modi sends powerful message to US and the world: Henry Huiyao Wang 22:35

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Why it's significant that China and India declare they are not rivals but partners. Synopsis: Every second Friday of the month, The Straits Times’ senior columnist Ravi Velloor distils 40 years of experience covering the Asian continent, with expert guests. In this episode, Ravi speaks with Dr Henry Huiyao Wang, co-founder and head of the Centre fo…