The Singapore Strain is a new work of fiction by author Raju Chellam. Michelle Martin speaks to Chellam to find out more about the pandemic narrative.

The Singapore Strain is a new work of fiction by author Raju Chellam. Michelle Martin speaks to Chellam to find out more about the pandemic narrative.

Start your day on a positive note with Live Well ft. Lance Alexander.

The show explores wellbeing in all its dimensions — from self-awareness and personal growth to money, investing, and everyday lifestyle. Through thoughtful interviews and engaging conversations, Lance speaks with experts and changemakers on living and ageing well, while helping you discover new ideas — from great books on READ and inspiring voices on INFLUENCE, to practical financial insights on MONEY AND ME.

In a fast-moving world that can often feel overwhelming, Live Well offers a refreshing counterpoint — with insights, ideas and stories that help you feel informed, empowered and ready to take on the day.

Start your day on a positive note with Live Well ft. Lance Alexander.
The show explores wellbeing in all its dimensions &mdash; from self-awareness and personal growth to money, investing, and everyday lifestyle. Through thoughtful interviews and engaging conversations, Lance speaks with experts and changemakers on living and ageing well, while helping you discover new ideas &mdash; from great books on READ and inspiring voices on INFLUENCE, to practical financial insights on MONEY AND ME.
In a fast-moving world that can often feel overwhelming, Live Well offers a refreshing counterpoint &mdash; with insights, ideas and stories that help you feel informed, empowered and ready to take on the day.

Live Well ft. Lance Alexander

MONEY FM 89.3 is Singapore’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&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.

MONEY FM 89.3

Start your day on a positive note with Live Well ft. Lance Alexander

Live Well ft. Lance Alexander (10am to 1pm)

Author Raju Chellam on AI, the future of humanity and climate activism

How well do you really know your parents or grandparents? Beyond family photographs and treasured possessions are stories, memories and life lessons that may never have been shared. Lance Alexander speaks with Jenny Tay, Co-founder of Direct Life Education and Managing Director of Direct Funeral Services, about My Story, My Life, a new Singapore initiative helping seniors preserve their personal histories. Hear what the first participants revealed, why even ordinary memories matter, and how families can start conversations that bring generations closer together.

How well do you really know your parents or grandparents? Beyond family photographs and treasured possessions are stories, memories and life lessons that may never have been shared. Lance Alexander speaks with&nbsp;Jenny Tay, Co-founder of Direct Life Education and Managing Director of Direct Funeral Services, about My Story, My Life, a new Singapore initiative helping seniors preserve their personal histories. Hear what the first participants revealed, why even ordinary memories matter, and how families can start conversations that bring generations closer together.

Leaving a Legacy - Why your life stories matter

How do you pass on wealth without leaving yourself short? Lance Alexander speaks with Helen Shen, Group Head of Products, Singlife about balancing legacy planning with your own retirement and healthcare needs. Through two hypothetical family scenarios, they explore when to transfer wealth, whether to leave a lump sum or distribute it in stages, and how to adapt plans as family circumstances change. 

How do you pass on wealth without leaving yourself short? Lance Alexander speaks with Helen Shen, Group Head of Products, Singlife about balancing legacy planning with your own retirement and healthcare needs. Through two hypothetical family scenarios, they explore when to transfer wealth, whether to leave a lump sum or distribute it in stages, and how to adapt plans as family circumstances change.&nbsp;

Money and Me: Legacy Planning - How do you pass on wealth without leaving yourself short? 

At KK Women's and Children's Hospital (KKH), patients can take a virtual trip to Gardens by the Bay, a beach or a forest before undergoing surgery. But can virtual reality (VR) really ease anxiety and improve recovery? Lance Alexander speaks with Dr Jason Chan, Senior Consultant, Department of Women’s Anaesthesia, KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital about research showing how VR can reduce pre-surgery anxiety, why its calming effects may last beyond the operation, and whether the technology could eventually reduce the need for medication. Plus, practical ways patients can manage their fears before surgery.

At KK Women's and Children's Hospital (KKH), patients can take a virtual trip to Gardens by the Bay, a beach or a forest before undergoing surgery. But can virtual reality (VR) really ease anxiety and improve recovery? Lance Alexander speaks with Dr Jason Chan, Senior Consultant, Department of Women&rsquo;s Anaesthesia, KK Women&rsquo;s and Children&rsquo;s Hospital about research showing how VR can reduce pre-surgery anxiety, why its calming effects may last beyond the operation, and whether the technology could eventually reduce the need for medication. Plus, practical ways patients can manage their fears before surgery.

Author Raju Chellam on AI, the future of humanity and climate activism

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