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Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong
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…
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Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongMarket View: Fed Officials want to see slower pace of rate cuts; S&P500, Dow come off all-time highs; China’s youth jobless rates falls in September; Global Earnings to watch; Seatrium bags S$100m worth of contracts; Meta to start using facial recognition to crack down ”celeb-bait ads”
Singapore shares began the day trading in negative territory, extending overnight losses in markets abroad. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) was…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongSpill the Tea: Canadian bubble tea brand tastes controversy after cultural appropriation questions are raised
Marvel actor Simu Liu accused a Canadian drink business of cultural appropriation. That’s after the company pitched a convenient and healthier canned version…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongUnder the Radar: AMD on innovation cycles, big tech spending and the evolution of AI architecture in the next five years
Chipmakers take the centre stage today as we speak to a high performance and adaptive computing leader that is at the forefront of powering generative…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongR.I.C.H: How to make lifelong learning fun
Eileen Tan is the Director and Founder of The Little Academy Pte Ltd, where she’s dedicated to transforming the educational experience. With over a decade of…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongWhat’s Trending: Is McDonald’s endorsing Trump after his latest stint?
On What’s Trending today, McDonald’s makes it clear that it isn’t endorsing Trump after the drive-thru visit, but instead shows that they open their doors to…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongSpill the Tea: Can Musk really buy people’s votes?
Tech billionaire Elon Musk says he will give away $1 million a day to a registered voter in the key swing state of Pennsylvania. One million dollars per day…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongSports Minutes: From grassroots to grand slams, powering athletes through partnerships
Does it really take a village to build an athlete? Singaporean golfing sensation Shannon Tan, who recently competed in the 2024 Paris olympics, and Albert…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongMarket View: Earnings lookahead - SREITs, UOI, IBM, Coca Cola, Boeing, Tesla, Amazon, SK Hynix; Gold prices scale record; Bitcoin up on ETF inflows; SingPost, CD, Sabana Reit; Malaysia GDP up 5.3% yoy in Jul-Sep period
Singapore shares began the day trading nearly flat despite weekend gains in markets abroad. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) dipped 0.04 per cent…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongR.I.C.H: The path towards core confidence
Sophie Leung is an award-winning somatic trauma-informed wellness coach who specialises in helping individuals and organisations transform their mental…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongWhat’s Trending: Matching shoes with man’s best friend with Crocs
On What’s Trending, American footwear brand Crocs has unveiled a new collection. This time, it’s not for us… but for pets. Yes! Crocs for dogs. Now every owner…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongSpill the Tea: Are Trump’s watches really Swiss-made?
CNN tried to find the makers of Trump’s new watches, which he claims are “Swiss-made”. But instead, the investigation team ended up at a shopping centre in…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongSports Minutes: Two defeats from two at the Lion City Cup, but not all doom and gloom?
The Lion City Cup didn’t go as planned for the Singapore U16s—two matches, two losses, and a frustrated fanbase saying ‘same old story.’ Yet, amidst the harsh…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongMarket View: China’s GDP grew at slowest since early 2023 in Q3; PBOC kicks off two funding scheme to pump as much as 800b yuan into stock market initially; Gold prices topped US$2,700 an ounce on escalating conflicts in Middle East; TSMC shares in Taipei hit record high; SGXRegCo lifts moratorium on UOB Kay Hian’s; Keppel DC REIT’s Q3 DPU up 0.4% yoy
Singapore shares started trading in positive territory today, mirroring overnight gains in the Europe market. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) was…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongUnder the Radar: GetGo’s CEO on changing aspirations for car ownership on its business strategy
Carsharing is on deck today as we speak to Singapore’s largest carsharing service, where users can register, book a car and start driving in the span of…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongCulture Club: The Michelin chef placing modern British food on the map
Multi-award winning and internationally renowned, Kirk Westaway is one of the most celebrated chefs on the Michelin star dining scene. Drawing from both his…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongWhat’s Trending: Robot shark makes a big splash, but not a big hit with visitors
On What’s Trending today, a new aquarium in China is facing backlash from visitors because of one of its top aquatic stars. Also trending, Swiss luxury…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongCulture Club: Singapolitans and Sunsets
Baia has opened its doors at the Esplanade, offering a fresh Mediterranean-inspired dining experience. Baia’s lounge bar offers a creative selection of…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongR.I.C.H: The man planting seeds of healing in Woodlands
During a period of personal grief, Ganesh Kumar planted his first seeds on a barren hillside in Woodlands, as a personal tribute to his late mother. A…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongSpill The Tea: Al Pacino couldn't handle his money
Al Pacino was a famous movie-star! He made so much money... 50 million dollars at one point! Then he went broke. What did he spend his money on? Press play for…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongMarket View: TSMC’s forecast beating 54% jump in Q3 profit; Nestle revamping operating structure, Layoffs reported at Meta; Airbus, McKinsey said to cut jobs; China’s housing policy briefing; Sembcorp Green Infra bags wind-solar project in India; Yeo Hiap Seng further buys shares in Vitasoy; SG Sep NODX up 2.7% yoy; Malaysian Budget 2025
Singapore shares were trading higher this morning, following news that the country’s key exports in September grew 2.7 per cent year on year, extending the…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongThat's How!: How to know if you should be a notary
What do notaries do exactly? Do you know someone who is a notary and you've been curious? Maybe after listening to this episode you may consider a career…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongWhat's Trending: Who let the wolves out?
A 23-year-old online contest hosted by Cintas, a national cleaning company, is looking for America's Best Restroom. The winner was announced this week, and the…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongMarket View: Sell off in ASML shares amid disappointing 2025 forecast, Impact on US, European, Asian markets, TSMC, Tokyo Electron, Advantest; STI movements; SIA’s passenger capacity for Sep up 9.7%; CDL Hospitality Trusts acquiring upscale boutique hotel in Exeter; Food Innovator Holdings’ IPO on SGX Catalist; Qualcomm vs Intel; Trump’s crypto platform’s launch
Singapore stocks began the day trading in positive territory, despite overnight losses in markets abroad. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) rose…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongSpill The Tea: Is Shawn Mendes addicted to Instagram?
Are we addicted to Social Media and the comments section? Shawn Mendes was. He used to even look for celebrity comments. It's great that he's more secure now…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongSports Minutes: Lion City Sailors’ Aleksandar Rankovic on his team’s identity, managing expectations & his will to win
“Pressure is a privilege” - that’s a mantra for many in the world of sports. But is it really? Well we’ll aim to find out - in conversation with the head coach…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongThat's How!: How to know if you should be a lawyer
Ever seen "Liar Liar" or any movie with a lawyer in it? Did you want to become one right away? Or do you know someone who's actually very keen on becoming one?…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongUnder the Radar: Inriskable on helping professionals dig up information on non-listed companies in Singapore, Hong Kong and China
Using artificial intelligence to help banks dig up dirt on non-public companies in Singapore, Hong Kong and China. That’s what our guest for today aims to do…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongR.I.C.H: Can tech solve the puzzle of engaging young learners?
Shi Xuan initially aimed to join the Singapore Police Force due to her interest in logical reasoning but shifted to a career in education. Despite struggling…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongWhat's Trending in Business: LIVE on the Grand Reveal of Disney Adventure cruise ship
It is all about the cruise industry on What’s Trending in Business today, and you might have realised that our Finance Presenter Chua Tian Tian is not with us…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongWhat’s Trending: China’s new fluffy employees
Dogs in China are becoming employees in pet cafes, earning money just like humans. The concept, called "Zhengmaotiaoqian" in Chinese, translates to "earn snack…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongSpill The Tea: One believer is enough
The Jackson 5, the group that Michael Jackson started out in, wasn’t even going to get a record deal, but someone else believed in them. Who was it, and what…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongMarket View: Record close on Wall Street, Dow closes above 43,000 for the first time; Nvidia closed at all-time high; Chinese banks reportedly set to trim rates of 300 trillion yuan of deposits; Oil prices extend losses; Developments at DynaMac and ST Engineering
Singapore stocks began the day trading in the green, mirroring overnight gains in overseas markets. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) rose 0.6 per…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongThat's How!: How to know if you should be a veterinarian
Do you love animals? Do you feel like you or a friend has what it takes to help care for them and heal them? Maybe you're next job is to be a veterinarian! On…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongCulture Club: New food and collaboration - what else is next for Brasserie Astoria?
Brasserie Astoria has introduced a refreshed menu under Head Chef Emil Cecil Ess, blending comforting flavors with brasserie classics. Highlights include…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongWhat's Trending: Rihanna's sweet gift
Rihanna has commissioned a life-sized chocolate Lego sculpture of A$AP Rocky for his birthday. The sculpture has gone viral, raising questions about the…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongSpill The Tea: A melody towards marriage
Is singing someone a song for a proposal the way to go? That's how Demi got proposed to. What happened when her fiancé popped the question? Press play for the…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongThat's How!: How to know if you should be an engineer
What do engineers do? What different types are there? Are you an analytical person? Are you looking for a career switch? Maybe engineering is for you. On…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongUnder the Radar: Y Combinator, Softbank-backed Social commerce startup Aplikasi Super on making FMCGs accessible in rural Indonesia
It’s all about making FMCGs more accessible to consumers in rural Indonesia today. With a population of over 277 million people, Indonesia is Southeast Asia’s…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongMarket View: China’s Lan Fo’An briefs on stimulus; Dow, S&P saw record on Friday; SG GDP up 4.1% yoy in Q3, no change to monetary policy; TSMC expected to report 40% jump in Q3 profits; CapitaLand Ascendas Reit, Yangzijiang Shipbuilding, Sasseur REIT
Singapore stocks rose at the opening bell today after advance estimates showed that the city-state’s economy grew 4.1 per cent year on year during the third…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongR.I.C.H: This millennial skipped university to be a cobbler. Now he's a thriving entrepreneur
Would you give up your university education to follow your passion? That’s exactly what John Chung did about a decade ago. Right out of junior college, John…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongCulture Club: Revolver's South Asian twist
Revolver launched a new à la carte menu on 24 September, marking a shift from set menus to more customisable dining. Led by Group Executive Chef Jitin Joshi…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongWhat's Trending: Would you buy a Diwali Barbie?
Mattel has released a unique Diwali Barbie, designed by Anita Dongre, just in time for Deepavali. The doll, dressed in traditional Indian attire, features…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongR.I.C.H: Are you in or out?
Elfaine Tan - Co-founded I'M IN, which is a lingerie brand aimed at solving a common struggle for women. She bears the scars of an ill-fitting bra, a painful…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongCulture Club: A little less convo, more cocktails please!
Republic at The Ritz-Carlton, Millenia Singapore unveiled its Volume Three menu in July, celebrating the bold spirit of the 1960s. Inspired by the icons and…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongSpill The Tea: Pickle juice and Diet Coke?
And... Jalapenos? Is this the concotion that Dua loves? What does Gordon Ramsay think? What do The Evening Runway crew think? Press play for the tea shall be…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongSports Minutes: Kickboxer Valencia Yip's story of resolve and resilience
Football often takes centre stage on this show, but for this Friday…we’re putting football aside for a feel good story..and nothing feels better than a…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongThat's How!: How to ask for a letter of recommendation
Is there ever a right time to ask a superior for a letter of recommendation? Emails can help. Of course, when they're busy, it's best to let them be and choose…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongMarket View: US September CPI; Seven & i to split into two to fend off takeover; ByteDance lays off 700 workers from Malaysia unit; Tesla’s two door robotaxi; AMD to start production of new MI325X AI chip; Singapore’s monetary policy; China’s stimulus and more
Singapore stocks began the morning trading in positive territory, shrugging off global market jitters from overnight losses. In early trade, the Straits Times…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongWhat's Trending: The effect of Hurricane Milton to zoos
Hurricane Milton left over 3 million people without power in Florida, forcing zoos to prepare for more extreme storms. Even animals like sea turtles, manatees…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongMarket View: Minutes of September’s FOMC Meeting; Comments from Fed President Mary Daly; Lookahead to Tesla’s Robotaxi launch; Singtel’s cloud AI offerings for sensitive sectors; Metro acquires freehold prime office property with Sim Lian; Ennoconn Corp’s offer for Nera Telecommunications
Singapore shares began the day by trading in positive territory, mirroring gains in overseas bourses. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) was up 0.5…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongSpill The Tea: Was American Idol the right move?
Jennifer Lopez, is an icon. So can she afford to make risky moves even though it may alter the public's perception of her, especially as an Actor? Like even…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongThat's How!: How to handle criticism at work
It all comes down to framing. Maybe criticism is meant to better your work. It's meant to help you improve. It's also objective, not subjective. But it's still…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongUnder the Radar: LinkedIn’s APAC MD on the role of its algorithm in balancing supply and demand of content, focus on videos and AI
Put professional networking and social media together – and there you have it – that’s our guest for today, LinkedIn. Founded in 2003, LinkedIn connects the…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongCulture Club: One of Singapore’s fastest-growing shoe brands started from a living room
Do you find yourself falling back on the same few pairs of shoes for every occasion because it's tough to find footwear that truly fits the bill? For 7 years…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongR.I.C.H: Hopelessly devoted - A celebration of Olivia Newton-John
This October, the life and legacy of the late icon and artist Olivia Newton-John will be celebrated with a tribute concert Hosted by Tottie Goldsmith, Olivia’s…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongWhat's Trending: One journalist falls victim to a travel scam - What you should note
Travel scams are on the rise. While not all travel scams end in violence, most leave unsuspecting tourists helpless and vulnerable. You may think you're smart…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongSpill the Tea: TikTok faces a lawsuit
Many people aren't happy about Tik-Tok's challenges and the way it targets users to keep using the app, especially teenagers. What are some of these addictive…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongSports Minutes: 14-year old Singaporean go-karter Kareen Kaur on her dreams of racing in F1
Ever dreamed of being a race driver, drawn by the speed and adrenaline? But what about the risks of pushing limits at breakneck speeds? Despite the dangers…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongMarket View: Open AI set to open Singapore office by years’ end; Singtel’s phone line disruption; SGX Securities Turnover; Alimentation-Couche-Tard ups offer for Seven & i Holdings and more
Singapore stocks began the morning trading in positive territory, mirroring overnight gains in the US market. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI)…
Your Way Home with Hongbin JeongR.I.C.H: How to go from stress to success
Jeanette Qhek is a psychotherapist, counsellor, and wellness content creator on TikTok. Through her platform, she shares valuable wellness tips, insights, and…