Best Hdb Podcasts (2025)

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Ex Hollywood Actors Built World's First Audio Tech System in Singapore [TBS 38 ft Cinewav Part 2] 47:48

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They didn’t set out to build a business — just to prove their tech worked. But one experiment turned into 300 screenings, a thriving B2C arm, and government contracts. Cinewav co-founders, Jason Chan and Christian Lee, share how staying curious and saying “yes” led to a whole new business model. Takeaway: - Build before you brand — let results spea…

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Are Singaporeans Still Hireable? [W&S 145, Sponsored by OUE REIT] 46:26

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📢 Fresh grads can’t find jobs. Mid-career workers fear AI will replace them. But what’s really going on in Singapore’s job market? Dive into the truth behind the headlines — where hiring freezes, AI disruption, and shifting work expectations collide. Featuring: - Nilay Khandelwal, Senior Managing Director at Michael Page, unpacking insights from th…

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Careshield Life Just Changed. Here’s What You NEED To Know [Chills 241 ft Alex Lee] 39:12

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What if the national insurance scheme you’re paying into isn’t enough to cover your long-term care? Is it time to rethink your strategy? Here’s what you can expect: - Exclusive Insight from Alex Lee, Chief Actuary, a key figure in the insurance and finance world, as he walks us through the updates and changes to the Cash Life scheme. - The differen…

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Ex Hollywood Actors Built World's First Audio Tech System in Singapore. [TBS 37 ft Cinewav Part 1] 45:52

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What do you get when two actors — one of them a former Green Power Ranger — decide they’re done waiting for scripts and start writing their own story… in tech? Sit down with Christian Lee and Jason Chan, co-founders of Cinewav, a world-first platform changing how audiences experience sound in films and live events. From life on film sets and strugg…

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I Left My Job to Care for My Family - Was It Worth It? [W&S 144] 44:07

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Balancing career and family — can you really have both? Can stepping back from your career ever mean moving forward in life? Explore the real trade-offs behind choosing family over work — and whether it truly means falling behind. Joining two women who’ve lived it out in very different ways: 👩‍💼 Sarah Wong — Healthtech leader, venture partner, and …

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Teaching Daken Money and Managing Family Finances in Competitive Singapore! [Chills 240 ft Familee.sg] 40:32

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What would you do if your 12-year-old started making his own money — and then told you how he wants to invest it? That’s exactly what happened in this week’s episode. Host Reggie sits down with Alex Lee, better known as Familee Dad, and his son Daken from Familee.sg — one of Singapore’s most popular family creator. They open up about: Turning famil…

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Lowest Corporate Tax in the EU and a Thriving Supply Chain, Hungary Positions Itself as the Gateway [TBS 36 ft Péter Martonosi] 18:30

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Think Europe is out of reach for Asian businesses? Think again. We’re joined by Mr Péter Martonosi, Head of Trade, Embassy of Hungary in Singapore, to explore how Hungary is opening unexpected doors for investors and entrepreneurs across Asia. Find out: - The surprisingly low tax rate turning heads. - Why major car brands and tech firms are already…

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Before You Get Retrenched: What Every Professional Should Prepare Now [W&S 143] 45:05

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Imagine it’s Friday at 4 p.m. — your boss calls you in. By 5, your access card stops working. What would you do? Learn what most professionals overlook until it’s too late, and how to protect your rights when job security is at risk. Unpack how you can prepare - legally, financially, and emotionally - before retrenchment happens. Featuring: - Amarj…

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Selling REITs, Buying Tech, He FIRED! The Story of a Malaysian Professional in Singapore. [Chills 239 ft Boon Tee] 37:48

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What if your journey to financial freedom started in a small Malaysian town and ended in one of the world’s priciest cities? Reggie sits with Boon Tee — a finance professional who quietly built his wealth, moved countries, and hit FIRE by betting big on tech stocks. In this episode: - How he went from earning in ringgit to investing in USD. - The m…

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How to Make Nights Profitable: Lessons from Singapore’s Festival Founders [TBS 35 ft INVADE, Timbre] 40:37

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What really powers Singapore after dark? Beyond the parties and bright lights lies a thriving ecosystem of creativity, culture, and commerce. Our guests: - Danny Loong, CEO, Timbre Group, a veteran shaping music and entertainment in the city - Kent Teo CEO, INVADE, the festival agency championing thousands of micro-businesses and creatives Together…

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Is NHS better than Medisave? The financial lived experience of professionals in UK vs SG. [Chills 238] 42:23

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Ever wondered how life stacks up for working professionals in the UK versus Singapore? From student loans and taxes to housing, healthcare, and retirement — we’re breaking down what financial life really looks like on both sides. Joining us is Ali Zafar, Founder of LifeSmart Financial Literacy, who flew in from the UK to study how Singaporeans hand…

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These Restaurant Concepts are killing it! Overcoming High Rents and Labour Cost. Here’s how [TBS 34] 40:36

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The F&B game in Singapore has never been tougher — soaring costs, demanding diners, and trends that change overnight. So how do you stay relevant when everyone’s fighting for the same customer? Reggie and Amir sit down with two industry powerhouses who’ve built and rebuilt success from scratch: Meet the Guests: - Sarissa Rodriguez-Schwartz – CEO, S…

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Should You Take a Career Break in 2025? (The Truth About Getting Hired Again) [W&S 142] 41:53

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Thinking about quitting your job… but without a backup plan? 🤔 Before you take the leap, you’ll want to hear this. We sat with Pui Wah Loh, Former Director of the NTU Career & Attachment Office (CAO), a veteran with over 40 years of experience in employability, higher education, and career consulting. He has worked with thousands of graduates and p…

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Singapore’s Most Colourful Retiree Shares Her 30 years After the Rat Race [Chills 237 ft Yan Ong] 38:12

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What does retirement really look like? For many, it’s slowing down. But for today’s guest, life only started getting more vibrant after she retired. 👉 From leaving a high-pressure corporate career in her 40s... 👉 To experimenting with side hustles and running her own café... 👉 To becoming a senior model and launching a fashion movement with a cause…

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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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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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The Psychology of Color: How Paint Transforms Your HDB Home 0:20

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In this debut episode, we dive into the fascinating world of color psychology and how it shapes your everyday life within your home. Did you know that the color of your bedroom can affect your sleep quality? Or that your living room hues can influence social gatherings and moods? Join us as we uncover the science and art of choosing the right shade…

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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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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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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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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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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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Ex-Workaholic Simulates Retirement with $50k in 38 Countries. Here’s what she found. [Chills 233] 39:27

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What if you could retire… in your 30s? Not at the end of your life, but right now? What would you do with that time, and who would you become? Meet Ho Ming Xia, a former chronic workaholic from the high-stakes world of global entrepreneurship, now taking a bold leap into living life on her own terms. Sneak peek: - Why Xia decided to take a "retirem…

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Remote Teams 2025: Is the Philippines Still the Best Bet? [TBS 29 ft Nicolas Bivero] 39:51

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Remote teams aren’t just a trend—they’re the backbone of modern businesses. But how do you really build one that works—especially in the Philippines, one of the world’s most dynamic talent markets? Joining us is Nicolas Bivero, CEO & Co-Founder of Penbrothers, a veteran expat with over 22 years in Asia. He moved to the Philippines in 2011 and co-fo…

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How to Pivot Into Cybersecurity (Without a Tech Degree) [W&S 137] 47:00

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Can you break into cybersecurity without a tech degree? The answer might surprise you. We unpack the myths, the must-have skills, and the real pathways into one of today’s hottest industries. What you’ll hear: The many roles in cyber beyond coding The biggest hurdles for mid-career switchers The soft skills that matter most How AI is reshaping the …

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FIRE is not Meaningless! Multi-Millionaire Dividend Investor Challenges Bank [Chills 232 ft Christopher Ng] 38:08

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Does the FIRE movement unlock freedom—or just another grind? Christopher Ng, Founder, Tree of Prosperity, and one of Singapore’s earliest FIRE adopters, joins us to share: - Why the original FIRE ideas differ from how millennials and Gen Z are practicing it today - The surprising mindset needed to actually enjoy FIRE - The hidden trade-offs of life…

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Licensing Could Be the Growth Hack Your Business Has Missed [TBS 28, Sponsored by FLAsia 2025] 40:55

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Are you ready to unlock new revenue streams and elevate your brand? Join us as we dive into the fascinating world of brand and character licensing—and why it might just be your next big growth strategy. We’re joined by an all-star panel of industry insiders who don’t just talk about licensing—they live it: - Lily Park, CEO of BMSMILE Singapore, on …

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Career vs Health: I Thought I Could Do Both [W&S 136] 34:53

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What happens when your career is soaring—but your body suddenly says stop? We dive into two powerful stories of resilience and transformation. What you’ll hear: - The hidden signs one entrepreneur ignored until a major health crisis. - How a banking professional took bold steps to reclaim his health. - Why success means nothing if you don’t protect…

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Extreme FIRE Enthusiast Gives Up Trading and Prudence For a Much Better Life [Chills 231 ft Xuan Kai] 39:12

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What happens when you slash your spending to just a few hundred dollars a month, quit your stable job, and throw yourself into extreme budgeting and risky ventures? Meet Xuan Kai — physiotherapist by day, YouTuber by night — who once slashed his spending to just $100 a month and quit his job with no backup plan. Hear: - What extreme budgeting reall…

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He Quit Tech to Build Singapore’s Top Pro Wrestling Company [TBS 27 ft GrappleMax] 44:05

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What does it take to build a pro wrestling company in Singapore—where wrestling is more than just entertainment, but also about branding, community, and business strategy? Meet Greg Ho, Founder, GrappleMax Pro, a pro wrestling academy, events company, and community space that’s shaking up the local scene. We talk about: - The unexpected origin stor…

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Why More Professionals Are Quitting the Corporate Ladder [W&S 135] 39:47

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Tired of the 9-to-5 grind? What if you could design a career on your own terms—full of purpose, flexibility, and impact—without climbing the corporate ladder? We dive into the quiet revolution reshaping Singapore’s work culture. Senior professionals are stepping off the traditional career path and into a new world of portfolio careers, fractional r…

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How an Indonesian Professional Manages Money and Career in Singapore [Chills 230 ft Mickey Salim, @hey.mickmok] 40:21

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What does it really feel like to be an Indonesian professional building a life in Singapore? We sat with Mickey Salim – a Jakarta-born, Hong Kong-raised marketing tech pro who’s now making her mark in Singapore. From landing a rare internal transfer without a job lined up… to navigating the messy, months-long process of relocating across Asia… Mick…

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GenZ Kueh Shop, From School Project to Partnering World Class Hotels [TBS 26 ft Shiny, Ahmahlegacy] 41:36

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What do you do when a school project grows into a thriving business serving nostalgic handmade treats? Tune in with Shiny, founder of Ahmah’s Legacy, to uncover: - How she turned childhood memories into a full-fledged F&B brand. - The leap from a home-based hustle to a brick-and-mortar shop in a “hidden” location. - Building community in an unlikel…

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Movement as Medicine: Tackling Aging and Chronic Diseases for Professionals. [W&S 134 ft Dr Goh Jorming] 45:31

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Feeling those mysterious aches creeping in? Wondering why your energy is zapped despite sitting all day? We uncover how small, deliberate movements can transform your health—without you needing to live in the gym. What you’ll discover: - How your body can act as its own “medicine cabinet” - Why those popular step-count goals might not be enough - T…

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FIRE with Franchise in Singapore 2025: What NO ONE Tells You [Chills 229, Sponsored by FLAsia 2025] 42:49

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Ready to navigate the explosive world of franchising in 2025? We sit with three industry powerhouses who’ve lived and breathed franchising from every angle: Ms Hsien Naidu, CEO, Astreem Consulting Pte Ltd - 20-year franchise guru who’s scaled award-winning brands across Asia Mr Gan Shee Wen, President, Franchising and Licensing Association (Singapo…

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Smart Tenancy Practices, REITs vs SMEs staying alive in Singapore [TBS 25 ft Terence Yow, SGTUFF] 41:55

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Is your rent eating up your profits? Are you struggling to keep inventory without overstocking? Small business owners, this one’s for you. Hear from Terence Yow, Chairman, SGTUFF, a seasoned entrepreneur who’s navigated the highs and lows of retail—from surviving on passion and life savings to weathering the storm of rising rents and post-pandemic …

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From Law & Business Owner to Taxi Driver in Singapore: Losing It All and Starting Over [W&S 133 ft LazyCabbie] 37:23

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What happens when the life you’ve built suddenly unravels? Meet Eddie aka LazyCabbie — a man who went from running his own business to driving a taxi overnight. But this isn’t just a story about career collapse. It’s about identity, shame, anger, and what it truly means to rebuild — not just your income, but your self-worth. You’ll hear: - The mome…

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38, Building a $4.5M Portfolio, Living a Contrarian Life in Singapore [Chills 228 ft ContraTurtle] 37:57

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What if everything you’ve been told about success in Singapore is… optional? We sat with one of Singapore’s most talked-about new voices in personal finance and intentional living: 🐢 ContraTurtle Who is ContraTurtle? He’s not a trader. He’s not into get-rich-quick schemes. And no, that turtle mask he shows up in isn’t a gimmick – it’s a philosophy.…

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Ex O&G Executive Built Fastest Growing Mosque Donations Ecosystem [TBS 24 ft Harimann Hayak, Giving Fridays] 45:06

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What happens when faith meets fintech? When mosques couldn’t collect donations—and banks couldn’t help—one man built a solution from scratch. Meet Harimann Hayak, the corporate veteran who created Giving Friday, a digital platform empowering mosques to receive donations seamlessly, uphold amanah (sacred trust), and plan with certainty. Now used acr…

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Finance Careers: What It REALLY Takes To Succeed [W&S 132 ft Blackrock & TRM Labs] 33:50

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You need more than spreadsheets and suits to thrive in finance today. Forget the Wall Street stereotypes — the game has changed. You’ll discover: - The ONE mindset shift top finance pros swear by (hint: it’s not about suits or spreadsheets). - Why LinkedIn visibility is now your secret weapon (even in compliance-driven roles!). - The unspoken rules…

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Ex-CPF Deputy CEO Reveals His Retirement Strategy, CPF, SRS and More. [Chills 227 ft Chin Heng Soh] 41:11

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CPF suffers from a universal problem: Complexity. People either ignore it, misunderstand it, or build their 'financial house' on shaky ground.. Get a peek behind the curtain from someone who not only helped design the CPF system but also manages his own daily finances (and CPF money) within it. Our guest is former Deputy CEO of CPF – Mr. Chin Heng …

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School Rebel Dropout Raised $500k to Solve the Gifting Business [TBS 23 ft Dong Wenhao, Smilie] 42:41

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Gifting is a broken business, but one visionary dropout is on a mission to fix it. How? By merging cutting-edge tech, cultural insights, and sheer hustle Tune in as we sit down with Dong Wenhao, Co-Founder of Smilie, the maverick entrepreneur who turned industry pain points into a scalable solution. Here’s a sneak peek: - Why traditional gifting gi…

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Should You Quit Your Job or Stay? The Truth No One Tells You [W&S 131 ft Yinn Ewe & Shelly Chan] 37:48

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Is job-hopping really the key to better pay and faster promotions? Or could it be quietly harming your long-term career in Singapore? We speak with two seasoned professionals—Shelly Chan and Yinn Ewe—who stayed over a decade in the same organisation and climbed the ladder through internal mobility, not constant switching. We unpack: - The real cost…

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Poly Graduate Starting with $1.5K Salary, on Track to FIRE by 50. [Chills 226 ft Christopher How] 43:24

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What does it really take to walk away from a six-figure corporate career… at the peak of your professional game? Today’s guest did just that. He’s a digital marketing veteran turned financial rebel, founder of the Retire by 50 Platform… and he’s got a secret backup plan involving Cambodia. We dive into: 🔸 The real reason he left — it wasn’t just bu…

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Iconic Japanese Pastry brand, Flor ends for good. Founder joins Travel Trade [TBS 22 ft Heidi, Flor] 43:42

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The Final Slice: Why a Beloved Bakery Chose to Close Forever In this emotional episode: - Heidi (Chef-Owner of Flor Patisserie) reveals the shocking trigger that forced her 15-year-old iconic bakery to shut its doors. - Hear the untold story behind the viral rent hike that exposed Singapore’s F&B struggles. - Why she walked away despite massive med…

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Watch This Before Spending $100K on an MBA [W&S 130, NUS and INSEAD Alumni] 35:44

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Curious if an MBA still opens doors in today’s fast-evolving finance world? We pivot beyond textbooks to uncover what really fuels success in finance now. Join us as we dive into: - The shocking true cost & brutal trade-offs - Career crossroads: When an MBA transforms lives vs. when it’s a dead end - ROI: Why salary bumps aren’t the whole story - A…