CNA938 Rewind

Guest: Aaron Chew, Investment Counselor, Citigold Private Client, Citibank Singapore

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At least 20 furniture stores in the Tan Boon Liat Building have expressed interest in moving collectively to a new location if the S$950 million en bloc deal goes through. Daniel Martin speaks with Esmaeil Molazadeh, Honorary Secretary of the Singapore Furniture Association. 

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Singapore is placing greater emphasis on energy, with the Ministry of Trade and Industry set to become the Ministry of Energy, Trade and Industry from October. Prime Minister Lawrence Wong said energy will be a national challenge for the nation. Daniel Martin speaks with Dr Victor Nian, Founding Co-Chairman of the Centre for Strategic Energy and Resources.

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With the South China Sea, Strait of Hormuz and US-China ties taking the spotlight at the ASEAN Foreign Ministers’ Meeting, what role does Singapore play in such regional forums? Daniel Martin speaks with Dr Chong Ja Ian, Associate Professor of Political Science at the National University of Singapore.

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In ‘Culture Club’ Melanie Oliveiro introduces Taledrops – a Singaporean all-female alternative prog rock band.  The 5-piece will reminisce how a secondary school project brought them together. Taledrops will also discuss the stories behind their songs including “Kafka”, “Surrender” and their new single "Bad Day, Darling?” which addresses insecurities and self-doubt.

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In ‘Made in SG’ Melanie Oliveiro finds out more about the 7th edition of An Extraordinary Celebration, one of Singapore's largest inclusive performing arts events. Creative director and respected entertainer Najip Ali, along with team lead Eunice Seah, will describe how the concert will bring together close to 400 performers from mainstream and special education schools.

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In ‘Culture Club’, Melanie Oliveiro profiles the Landmark Books title “Peranakan Folk Songs and Rhymes” by Matthew Lloyd Tan. It’s a book of Baba and Nonya gems featuring cherished lullabies, nursery rhymes and folk songs passed down through generations. Alvin Oon from Peranakan Sayang will talk about the new songs he composed and performs.

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In ‘Made in SG’, Melanie Oliveiro learns more about The Jedi Chess Academy, which teaches chess through storytelling. Founder Jedidiah Huang talks about his academy’s unique approach to chess education using his media industry experience. Coach Natasha Chia explains how her lessons help children develop confidence, resilience and other life skills.

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Prime Minister Lawrence Wong announces a new cabinet line-up of new generation and experienced leaders to steer Singapore through immediate challenges and take the country forward. Plus Six first-term MPs promoted in one move, two to full minister. Andrea Heng and Poh Kok Ing examine the immediate priorities for the new position holders with Dr Elvin Ong, Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, NUS.

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From train breakdowns to bus routes that test your patience, public transportation keeps the nation moving—but not without a few bumps along the way. Transport analysts weigh in on commuter pain points as we ask listeners for the one major change they’d make to transit tomorrow. Andrea Heng and Poh Kok Ing speak with Associate Professor (Practice) Victor Kwan, SUSS, Terence Fan, Assistant Professor in Strategy and Entrepreneurship, SMU and commuter Namreena Samtani

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