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Updated 26 Mar
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3 DAYS AGO

What exactly does a CPF nomination include?

Many Singaporeans overlook the fine print when it comes to CPF nominations, especially during key life changes like divorce or having more children. Andrea Heng sits down with Pang Zhe Liang, financial adviser and author of The CPF Playbook, to find out what can go wrong – and how to fix it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

3 days ago

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21 min
11 SEPT

Licensing live shows and navigating comedy in Singapore

US comedian Sammy Obeid says his show in Singapore was cancelled because of censorship. Authorities say it was because of a late licence application. How does arts entertainment licensing really work, especially for unscripted formats like stand-up comedy? Steven Chia and Otelli Edwards speak with local veteran entertainer Kumar and Heazry Salim, co-founder of The Comedy Club Asia, about the rules, the risks and how much freedom performers actually have on stage. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11 Sept

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20 min
4 DAYS AGO

The job promotion formula

The decision of who gets promoted often feels like a mystery, but what is clear is that it takes more than just being good at your job. Tiffany Ang and Gerald Tan speak with Shub Faujdar, founder and chief career coach at JobS-ME Singapore, to unpack why visibility matters and whether it is time to consider leaving if you’re being repeatedly passed over for a promotion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

4 days ago

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26 min
8 SEPT

MT Explains: Breaking down the changes made to CareShield Life

The cost of long-term care is rising, and CareShield Life is evolving to keep up. How will the new support measures and revised premium structures affect Singaporeans? Andrea Heng sits down with Alex Lee from the Singapore Actuarial Society to find out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

8 Sept

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14 min
4 SEPT

How to have real conversations with young people about vaping

With authorities cracking down on vaping and drug-laced Kpods, parents are struggling to have conversations with children who may think that vaping is not a big deal. How can families navigate this when young people are coping with message fatigue and peer pressure? Steven Chia and Otelli Edwards get insights from Cherie Tseng, a mother of three, and Alvin Seng, a counsellor from We Care. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

4 Sept

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28 min
7 SEPT

Making sense of salary benchmarks and guides

With salary guides widely available online, many jobseekers rely on them to set their expectations. But are they accurate and representative? Tiffany Ang and Gerald Tan speak with Eugenia Ng, director at recruitment firm Michael Page, to unpack why salary benchmarks vary across sources and how to use these numbers to negotiate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

7 Sept

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28 min
1 SEPT

Does mother know best? How to talk to parents about their finances

Having the “money talk” with your parents can be daunting, especially when they’re reluctant to listen. But with housing assets, health costs and retirement planning at stake, these talks are critical. Vera Lau from Saxo shares what worked in her own experience and breaks down how to approach the conversation with empathy and respect. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1 Sept

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30 min
25 AUG

How to parent when screens are everywhere?

In his National Day Rally speech, Prime Minister Lawrence Wong called on parents to be more mindful about their children's screen use and online behaviour. But with no clear playbook for parents on how to raise kids to thrive in an age of AI, how can the government and society step in to help? Steven Chia speaks with Minister for Digital Development and Information Josephine Teo and mother-of-two Jane Foo. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

25 Aug

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31 min
18 AUG

Navigating the world of overseas ETFs

While some Singaporeans are familiar with local exchange-traded funds (ETFs), a world of opportunity lies beyond our borders. How does one navigate the complexities of different time zones, currency risks and foreign taxes? Is there a hack to lower the tax on dividends? Gerald Wong, CEO and founder of Beansprout, breaks down what you need to know before taking your investments global. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

18 Aug

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22 min
10 SEPT

Work Feed: Can you really love your job all the time?

Some people say work is just work, while others treat their job as a calling - even when it's unglamorous. Tiffany Ang and Gerald Tan dive into viral confessions on Reddit from people who say they love their jobs and explore what it takes to find meaning and joy at work. Have a work-related question to ask a career counsellor? Email us at cnapodcasts [at] mediacorp.com.sg See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10 Sept

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8 min

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