The Golden Nuggets

Amir, Hanafi, Nazreen
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The Golden Nugget podcast is a passion project founded by Amir, joined by Nazreen and Hanafi. We are driven by a shared love for entrepreneurship, business and the desire to share valuable insights with our audience. Our podcast is designed to interview local business owners and professionals providing valuable takeaways for our listeners.

  1. Sep 8

    How a Home-Based Tiramisu Hit 1.2M Views (No Bakery, No Restaurant) | Chef Joseph

    Chef Joseph, aka "The Tiramisu Guy," spent 35 years cooking in five-star hotels before building a home-based dessert brand that went viral with 1.2 million views. In this episode of The Golden Nuggets Podcast, he reveals why he uses 100% mascarpone cheese (never cream), how temperature and timing make or break a tiramisu, and the real story behind scaling from a $2K basement shop to a sold-out pop-up at Takashimaya.You'll learn:• Why mascarpone cheese (not whipped cream) is non-negotiable for authentic tiramisu• How to spot a soggy or "fake" tiramisu — and what actually causes it• His halal-friendly, alcohol-free version of the recipe• Why hiring a marketing agency changed everything for his business• Raw stories from brutal 1980s hotel kitchens• His plans to take tiramisu regional — and eventually global📍 Visit Chef Joseph: Thomson V2, Basement 3 (free parking on-site)🌐 Order online: https://tiramizus.com/👍 Enjoyed this episode? Hit LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to The Golden Nuggets Podcast for weekly stories from Singapore's most inspiring entrepreneurs.#GoldenNuggetsPodcast #ChefJoseph #Tiramisu #SingaporeFood #FnBBusiness #EntrepreneurStory

  2. Sep 7

    What It Really Takes to Build Asia's Largest Business Event | Business Show Asia 2026

    What does it really take to build one of Asia's biggest business events, and what does it mean for the entrepreneurs who show up? In this episode of The Golden Nuggets Podcast, we sit down with Sam from Business Show Asia and Sofian from Business Show Media to go behind the scenes of Business Show Asia 2026 and what it offers entrepreneurs and exhibitors.Business Show Asia 2026 is taking place at the Marina Bay Sands Convention Centre in Singapore, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, and business leaders from across the region. In this conversation, Sam and Sofian share what makes Business Show Asia a must-attend event, how exhibitors can make the most of the opportunities on the show floor, and why Marina Bay Sands is the stage for this year's biggest business gathering in Asia.Want to attend Business Show Asia 2026 at Marina Bay Sands Convention Centre? Get all the details and secure your spot here: https://www.asiabusinessshow.com/visitor-form?PageNo=0&TrackingCode=PARTNERgoldennuggetsmediaIn this episode:- The story behind building Business Show Asia into one of the region's largest business events- What Business Show Asia 2026 offers exhibitors and attendees- Why Marina Bay Sands Convention Centre is hosting this year's show- Practical takeaways for entrepreneurs who want to grow through live business eventsAbout The Golden Nuggets Podcast:The Golden Nuggets Podcast features real conversations with entrepreneurs, founders, and business leaders, digging into the practical lessons, or golden nuggets, behind their success.Business Show Asia 2026 | Marina Bay Sands Convention Centre | Singapore#BusinessShowAsia2026 #BusinessShowAsia #GoldenNuggetsPodcast #MarinaBaySands #Entrepreneurship #BusinessNetworking #SingaporeBusiness #BusinessPodcast

  3. Sep 6

    Do People Launder Money Through Art? Ex-White Cube Director Explains | Sharlane Foo

    She's brokered million-dollar art deals for billionaires, run galleries in Hong Kong's toughest art scene, and hit the top of a global industry before walking away from all of it. In this episode of the Golden Nuggets Podcast, hosts Amir and Nazreen sit down with art dealer, advisor, broker and cultural strategist Sharlane Foo — and she doesn't hold back.Sharlane reveals why she tells her own high-net-worth clients not to buy art purely as an investment, the real psychological difference between millionaires and billionaires, what billionaires actually want when you meet them (hint: it's not expensive gifts), and why Singapore's art buyers behave so differently from Hong Kong's. She also opens up about leaving her husband behind one month after their wedding to chase a job offer in Hong Kong, hitting "the pinnacle" of her industry as Director at White Cube — one of the top 5 art galleries in the world — and the existential crisis that followed.This episode is equal parts business masterclass and life lesson: reading people, building trust with the ultra-wealthy, reinventing yourself in your late 30s, and figuring out who actually deserves a seat at your table.🔑 GOLDEN NUGGETS IN THIS EPISODE• Why an art advisor to billionaires says never to buy art purely as an investment• The real difference in how millionaires vs. billionaires think about money• What billionaire clients actually want when you meet them• Why Hong Kong's art market outperforms Singapore's — and what Singapore collectors demand before they buy• From unpaid intern to Director at White Cube, a top 5 gallery in the world• Why she left her husband one month after their wedding to build a career in Hong Kong• Is AI a threat to the art world? Her honest take• The "$88 question": how she'd rebuild her life and career from scratch⏱️ TIMESTAMPS0:00 Cold open & meet Sharlane Foo1:01 Secondary school throwbacks3:02 How she stumbled into the art world3:45 The unpaid internship that changed everything6:51 Honesty over ego: what to do when you don't know the answer7:59 Married, then gone: moving to Hong Kong alone13:15 No regrets — why it's okay to outgrow people14:41 Why Hong Kong's art market beats Singapore's20:16 Why people really collect art21:14 Inside conversations with billionaire clients24:38 Millionaires vs. billionaires: the mindset gap27:05 Climbing the ladder to Director at White Cube31:00 The existential crisis after "making it"39:16 Moving back to Singapore & rediscovering home46:26 Why she started speaking out about the industry51:23 Who can you call at 3am? Finding your real top 51:05:25 RAPID FIRE: art, money, AI & red flags1:08:02 The $88 question: rebuilding from scratch(Timestamps are approximate — please verify against your final edit before publishing.)👤 ABOUT THE GUESTSharlane Foo is an art dealer, advisor, broker and cultural strategist with over a decade of experience helping collectors, galleries and institutions navigate the contemporary art world. She has held Director roles at internationally renowned galleries including Opera Gallery and White Cube, one of the top 5 galleries in the world, and has advised private collectors across Asia. She now runs her own art consultancy.🎙️ ABOUT THE GOLDEN NUGGETS PODCASTThe Golden Nuggets Podcast is a business podcast where hosts Amir and Nazreen sit down with industry leaders, entrepreneurs and experts to extract the real, unfiltered lessons behind their success.👍 Enjoyed this episode? Subscribe and leave a review — it helps us bring on more incredible guests.🔔 New episodes on YouTube, Spotify and everywhere you listen to podcasts.#GoldenNuggetsPodcast #ArtDealer #ArtWorld #ArtInvestment #Billionaires #BusinessPodcast #WhiteCube #ArtCollecting #HongKong #Singapore #Entrepreneurship

  4. May 3

    He Built Singapore’s No.1 Finance Podcast After Multiple Failures

    In this episode of The Golden Nuggets Podcast, we sit down with Reggie, founder of The Financial Coconut, one of Singapore’s leading business and finance podcasts. Reggie shares the real story behind his journey — from being pulled into the MLM world during his army days, to building and losing businesses, to starting The Financial Coconut as a simple personal rant against fake gurus online. He opens up about the hidden cost of MLM, why expectation versus reality can break people, and why he still believes sales skills can be powerful when used with the right intent. He also shares what he learnt from his failed health-tech startup, why choosing the right co-founder matters, and how timing played a major role in the growth of The Financial Coconut. This conversation also goes deep into podcasting as a business. Reggie explains why most podcasts fail, what makes a good host, how media brands should find their lane, and why being different matters more than trying to compete with mainstream media. If you are a founder, creator, podcaster, salesperson, or someone trying to build something from scratch, this episode will give you honest lessons from someone who has failed, rebuilt, and kept going. In this episode, we talk about: Reggie’s early MLM experienceWhy MLM can affect identity and confidenceThe difference between sales and real businessLessons from a failed health-tech startupWhy co-founder selection mattersHow The Financial Coconut startedHow Covid helped podcast advertising growWhy most podcasts are not worth listening toWhat makes a strong podcast hostWhy every media brand needs to find its own laneHow Reggie would rebuild from $80Reggie started The Financial Coconut after feeling frustrated by fake gurus online. What began as a monologue podcast later grew into a larger media brand focused on finance, business, and money conversations.

  5. May 1

    The Chef Who Built a Business Without a Restaurant

    What does it really take to survive in the F&B industry? In this episode, we sit down with Chef Mel Dean, a pioneer in halal Malay and Nusantara cuisine. He shares his journey from early struggles, job loss, and financial setbacks… to building a respected name in the culinary scene. This is not a success story filled with hype.This is a real look at what happens behind the scenes. How he discovered his calling in foodWhy losing his job changed everythingThe reality of running an F&B businessHow rental kills many restaurantsWhen to stop a failing businessWhy home-based businesses should not rush into cafesHow to grow through pop-ups and collaborationThe truth about “success” after years in business🎯 What You’ll Learn

  6. Apr 29

    The Truth About Influencer Marketing No One Tells You

    How do you go from selling cheap jewellery in primary school… to running a 7-figure business and a 22-person agency? In this episode of the Golden Nuggets Podcast, we sit down with Joel Wong, founder of Social Jet, an influencer marketing agency helping brands grow through content, strategy, and full-funnel marketing systems.   Joel shares his full journey — from building online forums, flipping websites, running e-commerce brands, to scaling a marketing agency across Singapore and beyond. This is not theory. This is real execution. How Joel started his first business in primary schoolWhy most influencer campaigns fail (even with high views)The difference between views and real salesHow to move from freelancer to business ownerWhy brand story matters more than your productHow to start a business with low capitalWhen to hire (and when NOT to)The truth about AI influencers and content today🎯 What You’ll Learn

  7. Apr 15

    Stop Doing This If You Want Your Child to Succeed

    Why do some children struggle in school… even when they go for tuition? In this episode of the Golden Nuggets Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Annie, founder of Curious Minds, an online tuition company that focuses on building curiosity, thinking skills, and real understanding in students.  With over 20 years of teaching experience, she shares what most parents overlook when it comes to their child’s education. This episode covers: The real difference between online and physical tuition Why small class sizes improve results faster How asking questions builds confidence and learning The biggest mistake parents make (and how it affects kids) Why too much screen time reduces focus and reading ability How today’s syllabus has changed to focus on analytical thinking What parents should do daily to help their child improve

  8. Mar 30

    He Lost $200K in 60 Days… Then Built Singapore’s Biggest Creative Festival

    What does it take to build a creative empire from scratch?In this episode, we sit down with Ken Thew, Founder and CEO of INVADE, the team behind Artbox Singapore. He shares his 16-year journey from running small flea markets to managing a 4,000-strong vendor community across the region.This is not just a story about events.This is a story about survival, purpose, and community.🎯 What You’ll Learn • How Ken started with just $50 booth spaces • The early days at *Scape and Lucky Plaza • How one content creator helped drive viral traction • The harsh reality of COVID and a $200,000 loss in 60 days • Why assuming “zero events” saved the business • The $1 million risk he took to survive • How Artbox became Singapore’s biggest creative festival • Why community matters more than customers💡 Nugget TakeawayYour business grows faster when you stop chasing transactionsand start building a community people want to belong to.🎪 About Artbox SingaporeArtbox is INVADE’s flagship festival.It brings together artists, creators, brands, and food vendors into one space.Upcoming Event Details: • 📍 Singapore Expo Hall 3 • 📅 April 4–5 & April 10–12 • ⏰ 12PM – 11PMExpect: • 200+ retail brands • 80–100 F&B vendors • Live performances, workshops, and art installationsFollow The Golden Nuggets Podcast for more real conversations on business, life, and growth.https://www.instagram.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast/https://www.linkedin.com/company/thegoldennuggetspodcast/https://www.facebook.com/thegoldennuggetspodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@tgnpodcastSubscribe for more episodes:https://tgnpodcast.com/watchhttps://tgnpodcast.com/listen

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The Golden Nugget podcast is a passion project founded by Amir, joined by Nazreen and Hanafi. We are driven by a shared love for entrepreneurship, business and the desire to share valuable insights with our audience. Our podcast is designed to interview local business owners and professionals providing valuable takeaways for our listeners.

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  • Creator
    Amir, Hanafi, Nazreen
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    414
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    Explicit
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    © Amir, Hanafi, Nazreen
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