Would you shop on a fake online store if it gave you all the excitement of buying something… without actually spending any money?

A new trend from South Korea is turning heads online. Known as "dopamine sites", these fake shopping and food delivery platforms let users browse products, fill up carts, compare deals, place orders and even track deliveries — except nothing ever arrives and no money changes hands.

On What's Trending, Hongbin Jeong, Nadiah Koh and Nazirul Asrar explore the psychology behind dopamine sites, why they're becoming popular among younger consumers facing economic pressures, and whether pretending to shop can actually help people save money. Plus, we ask the bigger question: are we addicted to the things we buy, or the rush of buying them?

Would you shop on a fake online store if it gave you all the excitement of buying something&hellip; without actually spending any money?
A new trend from South Korea is turning heads online. Known as "dopamine sites", these fake shopping and food delivery platforms let users browse products, fill up carts, compare deals, place orders and even track deliveries &mdash; except nothing ever arrives and no money changes hands.
On What's Trending, Hongbin Jeong, Nadiah Koh and Nazirul Asrar explore the psychology behind dopamine sites, why they're becoming popular among younger consumers facing economic pressures, and whether pretending to shop can actually help people save money. Plus, we ask the bigger question: are we addicted to the things we buy, or the rush of buying them?

Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong is your 4–8pm drive companion, guiding you through the day’s biggest headlines, trending conversations and the issues shaping Singapore and the world.

From news and current affairs to lifestyle insights and generational perspectives, the show helps you make sense of what’s happening — with clarity, context and a touch of personality.

Whether you’re catching up after a long day or tuning in on the move, Your Way Home keeps you informed, engaged and connected — all the way home.

And she closes the day with a song that says it all.

Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong is your 4&ndash;8pm drive companion, guiding you through the day&rsquo;s biggest headlines, trending conversations and the issues shaping Singapore and the world.
From news and current affairs to lifestyle insights and generational perspectives, the show helps you make sense of what&rsquo;s happening &mdash; with clarity, context and a touch of personality.
Whether you&rsquo;re catching up after a long day or tuning in on the move, Your Way Home keeps you informed, engaged and connected &mdash; all the way home.
And she closes the day with a song that says it all.

Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong

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In the lighter hours, listen to discussions on social issues and features on topics that include health, education, arts and music.

MONEY FM 89.3 is Singapore&rsquo;s first and only Business and Personal Finance station. MONEY FM is a 24-hour English talk format station featuring local and international business and financial news. We provide you with financial market and currency updates and insights from analysts, economists, policy makers, industry experts and business owners.
In the lighter hours, listen to discussions on social issues and features on topics that include health, education, arts and music.

MONEY FM 89.3 is Singapore’s first and only Business and Personal Finance station.

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What's Trending: Would you use a fake shopping app to save money? South Koreans are doing it

Most workplaces say they want employees who speak up — people who challenge ideas, raise concerns and offer honest feedback. But in reality, many workers choose to stay silent. Is that a sign of disengagement, or simply a rational response to workplace culture?

A recent debate has reignited questions about why some employees hesitate to voice their opinions. While younger workers are increasingly encouraged to be authentic, vocal and challenge the status quo, older generations were often taught to respect hierarchy and avoid conflict.

So when is speaking up the right move? How can employees raise concerns without damaging relationships or career prospects? 

On The Agenda, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Crystal Lim-Lange, Co-Founder of Deep Human Club and Forest Wolf, to find out more. 

Most workplaces say they want employees who speak up &mdash; people who challenge ideas, raise concerns and offer honest feedback. But in reality, many workers choose to stay silent.&nbsp;Is that a sign of disengagement, or simply a rational response to workplace culture?
A recent debate has reignited questions about why some employees hesitate to voice their opinions. While younger workers are increasingly encouraged to be authentic, vocal and challenge the status quo, older generations were often taught to respect hierarchy and avoid conflict.
So when is speaking up the right move? How can employees raise concerns without damaging relationships or career prospects?&nbsp;
On The Agenda, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Crystal Lim-Lange, Co-Founder of Deep Human Club and Forest Wolf, to find out more.&nbsp;

 The Agenda:  When is the right time to speak up to your boss? 

The United States and Iran say they have reached a framework agreement to end their conflict, lift the US blockade on Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global shipping route. The preliminary pact, brokered with the help of Pakistan, has already sent oil prices lower and raised hopes of a broader de-escalation in the Middle East.

But while both sides are hailing the breakthrough, major questions remain unresolved, most notably the future of Iran's nuclear programme. With a memorandum of understanding expected to be formally signed in Switzerland on Jun 19, is this the beginning of a lasting peace between Washington and Tehran? And what could the agreement mean for global energy markets, regional stability and the balance of power in the Middle East?

On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Dr Jessica Genauer, Academic Director of the Public Policy Institute & Associate Professor, International Relations, University of New South Wales, to find out more. 

The United States and Iran say they have reached a framework agreement to end their conflict, lift the US blockade on Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global shipping route. The preliminary pact, brokered with the help of Pakistan, has already sent oil prices lower and raised hopes of a broader de-escalation in the Middle East.
But while both sides are hailing the breakthrough, major questions remain unresolved, most notably the future of Iran's nuclear programme. With a memorandum of understanding expected to be formally signed in Switzerland on Jun 19, is this the beginning of a lasting peace between Washington and Tehran? And what could the agreement mean for global energy markets, regional stability and the balance of power in the Middle East?
On The Big Story, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Dr Jessica Genauer, Academic Director of the Public Policy Institute &amp; Associate Professor, International Relations, University of New South Wales, to find out more.&nbsp;

The Big Story: Peace at last? US, Iran reach agreement to end war, lift naval blockade

Essential work is everywhere, but most of us barely notice it until something goes wrong. The people cleaning hospitals, maintaining buildings, preparing meals, managing facilities and keeping workplaces running are part of the invisible backbone of society.

But as Singapore moves towards becoming a super-aged nation, these industries are facing a growing challenge. Younger workers are increasingly drawn to careers in tech, finance and the digital economy, while essential services struggle with perceptions around prestige, progression and purpose.

So how do you build a workforce where four generations can work side by side? And can industries often seen as ‘behind-the-scenes’ become attractive again to younger Singaporeans?

On The Agenda, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Jaspreet Kaur, Director, Brand, CSR & Innovation, Sodexo Malaysia & Singapore, to find out more. 

Essential work is everywhere, but most of us barely notice it until something goes wrong. The people cleaning hospitals, maintaining buildings, preparing meals, managing facilities and keeping workplaces running are part of the invisible backbone of society.
But as Singapore moves towards becoming a super-aged nation, these industries are facing a growing challenge.&nbsp;Younger workers are increasingly drawn to careers in tech, finance and the digital economy, while essential services struggle with perceptions around prestige, progression and purpose.
So how do you build a workforce where four generations can work side by side? And can industries often seen as &lsquo;behind-the-scenes&rsquo; become attractive again to younger Singaporeans?
On The Agenda, Hongbin Jeong speaks with Jaspreet Kaur, Director, Brand, CSR &amp; Innovation, Sodexo Malaysia &amp; Singapore, to find out more.&nbsp;

What's Trending: Would you use a fake shopping app to save money? South Koreans are doing it

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