Let's Talk, Singapore
Start your day with the stories shaping Singapore — and your place in it. Join Neil Humphreys and Audrey Siek as they cover the biggest headlines, trending topics, and everyday conversations, unpacked through fresh perspectives, expert insights, and engaging discussion. From current affairs and social issues to lifestyle trends and community voices, each segment offers a different lens on what’s happening — and what’s worth your attention. And it’s not just talk — it’s your voice. Through polls, messages, and live call-ins, listeners are part of the conversation, sharing their views and shaping the discussion in real time.
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Singapore Unfiltered: Hungry Ghost Festival - Who Should Clean Up After the Offerings? 14.08.2026 25minThe Hungry Ghost Festival is here, and NEA is reminding devotees to clear their offerings after prayers. But with food, ash and joss paper still being left behind, are we relying too heavily on cleaners to pick up after us? Singapore Unfiltered asks where tradition meets civic responsibility and whether having someone to clean up has made us less responsible for the mess we leave behind.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. -
Talk of the Town: Is Singapore's identity evolving or eroding? 14.08.2026 25minSingapore is one of the world's most respected nations, but has success changed who we are? From disappearing dialects and changing neighbourhoods to global brands, immigration and cultural identity, Let’s Talk, Singapore sat down with writer and country brand adviser Koh Buck Song to explore what defines Singapore today, and whether Brand Singapore is evolving, eroding, or simply entering a new chapter. Join Neil Humphreys & Audrey Siek - LIVE every Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 7.20am for Talk of the Town!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. -
Breakfast Bites: We are all partying less. Is this a good or bad thing? 14.08.2026 11minNightclubs aren't as packed, late nights are becoming rarer, and more people seem to prefer an early night over a big night out. From rising prices and changing priorities to wellness and work-life balance, we ask whether partying less is a sign of growing up or whether we're losing the joy of letting loose. Join Neil Humphreys & Audrey Siek - LIVE every weekday at 7.05am for Breakfast BitesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. -
The Final Score: New manager, new era; but same old old trauma for Liverpool? | 26/27 Premier League Season 13.08.2026 10minAfter one of their weakest title defences in recent memory, Liverpool enter a new era under Andoni Iraola. With Mohamed Salah gone, the attack needs a new spark, while the defence requires strengthening around 35-year old Virgil van Dijk. But with a relatively quiet transfer window, could this be a season of transition at Anfield? Join Neil Humphreys & Zia-ul Raushan - LIVE every weekday at 6.50am for The Final Score only on Let's Talk Singapore | Weekdays 6-10amSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. -
Singapore Unboxed: It’s new, it came from overseas & You can go meet it… Guess what it is! 13.08.2026 19minSomething new has arrived at River Wonders after making the journey from Taipei, and it’s about to make its official public debut. It’s the first new arrival of its kind in 12 years, with a specially built space waiting at Mandai. But what exactly is it? Follow the clues and see if you can guess. Join Neil Humphreys & Audrey Siek - LIVE every Tuesday and Thursday at 8.15am for Singapore Unboxed See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. -
Singapore Icons: Joseph Schooling...10 years on since winning Olympic Gold 🥇 13.08.2026 11min10 years ago, Joseph Schooling etched himself into Singapore sporting folklore forever - clinching an Olympic Gold Medal at Rio 2016. That inspired a nation, and a decade on Joseph is continuing his push to unearth sporting greatness. To mark the milestone, the now 31-year launched the 'Joseph Schooling Award' - a scholarship program to equip the next generation with the best chance to succeed. So an icon by all accounts, does Joseph deserve a statue? We certainly think so!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. -
Breakfast Bites: Your friends are living their best lives. Do you feel pressure to keep up? 13.08.2026 10minYour friends are booking spontaneous holidays, buying concert tickets, dining at the latest restaurants and saying "you only live once." Meanwhile, you're wondering if you should be saving instead. Does seeing others splurge make you want to keep up, or are you happy doing things your own way? Join Neil Humphreys & Audrey Siek - LIVE every weekday at 7.05am for Breakfast BitesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. -
We Are Family!: From Domestic Helper to Entrepreneur - Why upskilling domestic helpers matters 13.08.2026 25minMany domestic helpers dedicate years to caring for Singaporean families. But should we also be encouraging them to invest in themselves? We discuss how skills training and financial education are empowering migrant domestic workers to pursue bigger dreams, and why helping them succeed may have a lasting impact far beyond the households they work in. Joining us are Jacqueline Loh, Chief Executive Officer of Aidha, and May Martin, entrepreneur and Aidha alumna, to share how upskilling is transforming lives and why it could benefit not just helpers, but the families and communities around them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. -
The Final Score: Will Chelsea's change of tact in the transfer market deliver success? | 26/27 Premier League Season 13.08.2026 9minTwo managers, two caretaker spells and a season of struggle - Chelsea were desperate for a reset. Enter Xabi Alonso, an elite coach with plenty to prove. Enter Jordan Henderson, an experienced trophy winning leader. Enter Danny Welbeck, a fox in the box who has flourished with age. Now with a talented squad of senior pros and youguns, no European football and a renewed belief, can the Blues finally deliver on their promise?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. -
Singapore Unfiltered: What would you do? Harassment in public spaces 12.08.2026 29minThis week on Singapore Unfiltered, we're discussing the recent viral stories of harassment on public transport and in private-hire vehicles. Why are women constantly being harassed and why do some people confront their harassers while others stay quiet or "play along"? Is there really a right way to respond in the moment, or are we too quick to judge with the benefit of hindsight? Plus, we'll unpack the other trending stories everyone in Singapore is talking about. STOMP'S Maureen Ow also known as famous food blogger Miss Tam Chiak joins the conversation. Join Neil Humphreys & Audrey Siek — LIVE every Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 8am for Singapore Unfiltered.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. -
Talk of the Town: Singapore's new traffic laws are here but is punishment enough? 12.08.2026 32minRoad fatalities in Singapore have reached their highest level in a decade, prompting one of the biggest overhauls of the country's traffic laws in recent years. From tougher drink-driving rules and mobile phone offences to harsher penalties for dangerous motorists, Let’s Talk Singapore explores what's changing, why it matters, and whether stricter laws alone can make Singapore's roads safer with Jake Ler, Chief Marketing Officer, Motorist. Join Neil Humphreys & Audrey Siek - LIVE every Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 7.20am for Talk of the Town!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. -
Breakfast Bites: Team bonding activities - Who should pay? 12.08.2026 10minFrom company dinners to weekend outings, team bonding often comes with a price tag. If attendance is encouraged, or even expected, should employees be paying anything at all? We hear where you draw the line. Join Neil Humphreys & Audrey Siek - LIVE every weekday at 7.05am for Breakfast BitesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. -
The Final Score: Newcastle's summer exodus, a cause for concern for the Magpies? | 26/27 Premier League Season 11.08.2026 8minHead coach, gone. Club captain, gone. Midfield dynamo, gone. Flying winger, gone. The promise of big spending to compete with the big boys, gone. That's the story of Newcastle's off-season thus far...and the brand new campaign is a matter of weeks away. Will the Magpies flourish or fail in the face of adversity? Join Neil Humphreys & Zia-ul Raushan - LIVE every weekday at 6.50am for The Final Score only on Let's Talk Singapore | Weekdays 6-10amSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. -
Singapore Unboxed: It’s new, it’s only 5 days & everyone wants to make an impression… Guess what? 11.08.2026 18minA brand-new five-day event is making its debut at *SCAPE this August, bringing together established names, emerging talent and creatives from Singapore and around the world. But we're keeping the answer under wraps. Can you guess it? Join Neil Humphreys & Audrey Siek - LIVE every Tuesday and Thursday at 8.15am for Singapore Unboxed See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. -
We Are Family: At 7 she was labelled a "nuisance" by her teacher, now she is the face of a National Day Campaign by SimplyGo x DAS - changing how Singapore sees dyslexia 11.08.2026 23minIn the spirit of the National Day celebrations, a simple EZ-Link card is helping spark a much bigger conversation. Through the inspiring story of 10-year-old Anya Ksena Low En Yang, the Dyslexia Association of Singapore and SimplyGo explore dyslexia, inclusion, and why every child deserves the opportunity to thrive. Let’s Talk, Singapore discusses early intervention, breaking misconceptions, and what it truly means to build a more inclusive Singapore with Dr Edmen Leong, Director of DAS Specialised Educational Services, Anya Ksena Low En Yang, and Sherry Tan, Deputy Manager of SimplyGo Product Partnership and SalesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. -
The Final Score: Having splashed the cash, will Tottenham make a splash in the season ahead? | 26/27 Premier League Season 11.08.2026 9minTottenham have survived relegation by the skin of their teeth in the last two Premier League seasons - finishing 17th. But their transfer business this summer suggests they have no intention of repeating those antics - with an outlay of close to $200 million on their midfield alone. Under the enigmatic Roberto de Zerbi, can Spurs make a splash? Join Neil Humphreys & Zia-ul Raushan - LIVE every weekday at 6.50am for The Final Score only on Let's Talk Singapore | Weekdays 6-10amSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. -
Breakfast Bites: Wedding Ang Baos - Has it gotten too calculative? 11.08.2026 12minThe invitation arrives... and so does the inevitable question: how much should you give? With online ang bao guides and rising banquet costs, we discuss whether wedding gifting has become more about covering the bill than celebrating the occasion. Join Neil Humphreys & Audrey Siek - LIVE every weekday at 7.05am for Breakfast BitesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. -
Singapore Unboxed: Can you guess what's painting Singapore pink? 💕 07.08.2026 14minA global favourite has arrived in Singapore, but can you work out what it is before the final reveal? Play along with Singapore Unboxed as the clues become more and more specific. Join Neil Humphreys & Audrey Siek - LIVE every Tuesday and Thursday at 8.15am for Singapore Unboxed See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. -
Talk of the Town: The good, the bad and the pretty...what makes Singapore uniquely Singapore? 07.08.2026 41minWith the nation turning 61, we're turning the mics on to discuss what we love and loathe about being Singaporean! Oh, and we also discuss food! What is your favourite local dish? What is your favourite Singlish phrase? And who is your Singapore Icon? Our picks might surprise you! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. -
Breakfast Bites: Are you still a patriot if you head overseas for National Day? 🇸🇬 07.08.2026 13minA long weekend is finally here! Are you catching the fireworks, planning a staycation, heading overseas, or simply enjoying some well-earned rest? However you're spending the National Day break, we'd love to hear what's on your itinerary and your favourite way to celebrate Singapore! Join Neil Humphreys & Audrey Siek - LIVE every weekday at 7.05am for Breakfast BitesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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