Noted diplomat, scholar and author Barry Desker discusses key themes from his new book in this lively discussion.

The collection of essays reflects his illustrious career and longstanding areas of interest which span diplomacy,  trade negotiations and ASEAN"s place in the world.

Hear Mr Desker's views on US-China relations, his personal insights across an illustrious career, and more about his thought-provoking essays, including "Remembering S.R. Nathan: The MFA Years" and "Lee Kuan Yew’s Visit to Bali in 1975".

The conversation with Michelle Martin, also includes a surprising nugget of the history of a street in Singapore.

Noted diplomat, scholar and author Barry Desker discusses key themes from his new book in this lively discussion.
The collection of essays reflects his illustrious career and longstanding areas of interest which span diplomacy,&nbsp; trade negotiations and ASEAN"s place in the world.
Hear Mr Desker's views on US-China relations, his personal insights across an illustrious career, and more about his thought-provoking essays, including "Remembering S.R. Nathan: The MFA Years"&nbsp;and&nbsp;"Lee Kuan Yew&rsquo;s Visit to Bali in 1975".
The conversation with Michelle Martin, also includes a surprising nugget of the history of a street in Singapore.

Your Money With Michelle Martin (9am - 12pm) It’s all about Your Money with Michelle Martin from 9am to 12pm. How to save, invest and make the best financial decisions for yourself. Listen to inspiring thinkers with “Influence” and hear from great authors in “Read”.

Your Money With Michelle Martin (9am - 12pm) It&rsquo;s all about Your Money with Michelle Martin from 9am to 12pm. How to save, invest and make the best financial decisions for yourself. Listen to inspiring thinkers with &ldquo;Influence&rdquo; and hear from great authors in &ldquo;Read&rdquo;.

Your Money with Michelle Martin

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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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How to save, invest and make the best financial decisions for yourself. Listen to inspiring thinkers with “Influence” and hear from great authors in “Read”.

It’s all about Your Money with Michelle Martin from 9am to 12pm. How to save, invest and make the best financial decisions for yourself. Listen to inspiring thinkers with “Influence” and hear from great authors in “Read”.

It&rsquo;s all about Your Money with Michelle Martin from 9am to 12pm. How to save, invest and make the best financial decisions for yourself. Listen to inspiring thinkers with &ldquo;Influence&rdquo; and hear from great authors in &ldquo;Read&rdquo;.

Your Money with Michelle Martin (9am - 12pm)

Read: Reflections, Singapore's Place in the World by Barry Desker

Michelle Martin speaks with Eugene Lim, Founder and CEO of “The Assembly Place,” on the lessons from his new book "The Placemaker" which is about this Singapore entrepreneur how used streetsmarts to develop a whole new business model of community living.

From launching in 2019 to listing on the Singapore Exchange, his journey is a masterclass in resilience and reinvention.

Eugene shares the mindset shifts required to move from one of the youngest real estate agents at age 22 to becoming CEO of a listed company.

Plus his plans to extend dignity and community to underserved segments like migrant workers.

Hosted by Michelle Martin Guest: Eugene Lim, Founder and CEO of “The Assembly Place” and his book "The Placemaker".

Michelle Martin speaks with Eugene Lim, Founder and CEO of &ldquo;The Assembly Place,&rdquo; on the lessons from his new book "The Placemaker" which is about this Singapore entrepreneur how used streetsmarts to develop a whole new business model of community living.
From launching in 2019 to listing on the Singapore Exchange, his journey is a masterclass in resilience and reinvention.
Eugene shares the mindset shifts required to move from one of the youngest real estate agents at age 22 to becoming CEO of a listed company.
Plus his plans to extend dignity and community to underserved segments like migrant workers.
Hosted by Michelle Martin Guest: Eugene Lim, Founder and CEO of &ldquo;The Assembly Place&rdquo; and his book "The Placemaker".

Influence: From "Simi si TOP?" To IPO success - The Placemaker Story

What if one person, one idea, and one restless night could build a global gaming success?

Michelle Martin sits down with 33-year-old Yeo Ying Zhi, founder of YYZ Studio, to explore how indie developers are reshaping the gaming industry.

From building Havendock into a 100,000-player hit to creating viral web games like Enchanted Heroes, YYZ shares what it really takes to go solo.

We unpack the indie business model - owning your IP, taking full risk, and competing without big studio backing.

Hosted by Michelle Martin. 

What if one person, one idea, and one restless night could build a global gaming success?
Michelle Martin sits down with 33-year-old Yeo Ying Zhi, founder of YYZ Studio, to explore how indie developers are reshaping the gaming industry.
From building Havendock&nbsp;into a 100,000-player hit to creating viral web games like&nbsp;Enchanted Heroes, YYZ shares what it really takes to go solo.
We unpack the indie business model - owning your IP, taking full risk, and competing without big studio backing. Hosted by Michelle Martin.&nbsp;

Money and Me: Behind Homegrown Gaming Hit - Havendock

What if the biggest threat to food companies… isn’t inflation  but your shrinking appetite?

GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic are reshaping consumer behavior, forcing food giants to rethink portions, pricing, and product strategy.

Meanwhile, US markets wobble as the Russell 2000 slips into correction territory, raising questions about the durability of the rally.

Asian tech earnings from Xiaomi, PDD, Meituan and BYD are now in focus as investors hunt for growth signals.

Corporate headlines add to the volatility - from Super Micro’s sharp selloff to Sinopec’s profit drop and Elon Musk’s legal battles.

And in tech, Amazon explores a bold return to smartphones, joining Apple, Google, Meta and OpenAI in the race to redefine AI hardware.

Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang.

Companies in focus: Amazon, Apple, Google, Meta, OpenAI, Xiaomi, PDD Holdings (Pinduoduo), Meituan, BYD, Coca-Cola Andina, Super Micro, Sinopec, Singtel, Sembcorp Industries, Hongkong Land.

What if the biggest threat to food companies&hellip; isn&rsquo;t inflation&nbsp; but your shrinking appetite?
GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic are reshaping consumer behavior, forcing food giants to rethink portions, pricing, and product strategy.
Meanwhile, US markets wobble as the Russell 2000 slips into correction territory, raising questions about the durability of the rally.
Asian tech earnings from Xiaomi, PDD, Meituan and BYD are now in focus as investors hunt for growth signals.
Corporate headlines add to the volatility - from Super Micro&rsquo;s sharp selloff to Sinopec&rsquo;s profit drop and Elon Musk&rsquo;s legal battles.
And in tech, Amazon explores a bold return to smartphones, joining Apple, Google, Meta and OpenAI in the race to redefine AI hardware.
Hosted by Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang.
Companies in focus: Amazon, Apple, Google, Meta, OpenAI, Xiaomi, PDD Holdings (Pinduoduo), Meituan, BYD, Coca-Cola Andina, Super Micro, Sinopec, Singtel, Sembcorp Industries, Hongkong Land.

Read: Reflections, Singapore's Place in the World by Barry Desker

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