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When a stroke strikes, every minute counts. Singapore has made significant progress in stroke treatment, with mortality rates falling sharply since the 1990s. Yet a new regional report highlights a worrying gap: many people still fail to recognise the warning signs of a stroke. What are the early symptoms beyond FAST (Face, Arms, Speech, Time)? What should you do if someone suffers a stroke, and how can AI help doctors diagnose and treat patients faster? Lance Alexander speaks with A/Prof. Anil Gopinathan, Lead, Neuro Vascular Interventions, National University Hospital, Singapore & Ai Li Siow, Managing Director, Singapore and Malaysia, Siemens Healthineers about Singapore's stroke readiness, the challenges facing hospitals as the population ages, and what could make the difference between recovery and permanent disability. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Straits Times Index (STI) suffered a sharp correction in October, while AI stocks faced renewed selling pressure. Are these declines creating buying opportunities or signalling more trouble ahead? Lance Alexander speaks with Cheng Chye Hsern, Head of Investment, Providend to examine whether Singapore stocks are attractively valued, which stocks deserve a closer look, and what the latest AI sell-off means for investors. Plus, with a new S&P 500 equal-weight ETF listed on SGX, how does it compare with a traditional S&P 500 ETF, and which makes more sense for your portfolio? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Snoring may be more than just an annoying sound keeping your partner awake. It could be a sign of obstructive sleep apnoea, a condition linked to high blood pressure, irregular heart rhythms such as atrial fibrillation, and coronary artery disease. Lance Alexander speaks with Dr Pinakin V Parekh,  Founder + Medical Director, Senior Consultant, Preventive, General & Interventional Cardiologist, Trident Heart Centre explores the connection between snoring and heart health, how to tell when snoring is a cause for concern, and why sleep studies can now be done at home. From CPAP machines and weight-loss treatments to surgery, what are the options, and can treating sleep apnoea help protect your heart? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A winning stock tip doesn’t always mean the source can be trusted. Lance Alexander speaks with Shanon Tang, Investment Specialist at PhillipCapital to explore how retail investors can spot pump-and-dump scams, verify online investment recommendations and assess whether a stock fits their portfolio. What should you check before acting - and what should you do if you’ve already bought a suspicious stock? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

your investments at risk? As the IMF warns of growing threats to global financial stability, Lance Alexander speaks with Swapnil Mishra, Author of Investing for the Clueless, Reckless and Overly Cautious  about how cyberattacks, soaring government borrowing costs and volatility in bond markets could affect stocks, banks and investment portfolios. What should retail investors do to protect their money? And despite these risks, where might opportunities lie? Swapnil also shares a stock that has caught his attention in the past two weeks, what makes it interesting and whether it's worth buying at current prices. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As UK landlords sell amid rising costs and changing rules, does rental property still make sense for retirement income? Lance Alexander speaks with property investor, Daniel Sim, Founder, Golden Goose Properties, about investing in the UK versus Singapore, assessing returns after costs, checking tenant demand and knowing when to walk away. Plus, how does property compare with equities for funding retirement? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can the scent of pandan, the touch of a leaf or the sound of flowing water help hospital patients recover? Changi General Hospital has introduced Singapore’s first nature-based therapy programme integrated into inpatient care at an acute hospital. Lance Alexander speaks with Adj A/Prof Lim Si Ching, Senior Consultant, Department of Geriatric Medicine and Principal Investigator of the Nature-based Therapy programme at CGH explores how specially designed sensory gardens are being used to support older patients and their caregivers, what doctors have observed so far, and whether nature-based therapy could become part of routine hospital care in Singapore. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can Singapore stocks sustain their gains, and where should retail investors look next? Lance Alexander speaks with Robert St Clair, Head of Investment Strategy at Fullerton Fund Management, about earnings, valuations and opportunities beyond the STI’s biggest companies. They also examine Singapore’s stock market reforms, shareholder returns and how to distinguish a bargain from a stock that stays cheap. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Heading to Japan, South Korea or Europe for a year-end ski holiday? Skiing injuries involving the knees, shoulders and ankles can turn a dream getaway into a painful experience, especially for Singaporeans who aren't used to winter sports. Lance Alexander speaks with Dr Lester Tan Teong Jin, Senior Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon at Oxford Orthopaedics, about common skiing injuries, how to prepare your body before hitting the slopes, mistakes to avoid and warning signs you shouldn't ignore after a fall. Plus, can an untreated skiing injury cause long-term joint damage? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When company directors buy shares, institutional investors increase their stakes or companies buy back their own stock, is that a signal for retail investors to follow? Lance Alexander speaks with Alvin Chow, Co-founder, Dr Wealth, to examine buying activity in three Singapore-listed companies - Centurion Corporation, UMS Integration and Geo Energy Resources. They discuss what these buying signals really mean, whether the three stocks offer value at current prices, and the risks investors should consider before buying. Plus, with DBS, OCBC and UOB facing institutional selling pressure, are investors finding better opportunities elsewhere? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do you say to someone who is grieving, and how do you explain death to a child? Lance Alexander speaks with Audrey Perera, Director, Passion & Purpose Asia & Producer, Rites of Us Festival  & Darren Cheng, CEO, Direct Funeral Services, about supporting families through loss. They also explore how Singapore’s Rites of Us festival uses theatre, music and conversations to help people understand grief and different mourning traditions. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One child wants to stay in the family home. Another wants their share in cash. Could leaving your property equally to your children create a costly dispute? Lance Alexander speaks to Clive Chng, Associate Director of Redbrick Mortgage Advisory to explore the financial and family costs of not having a property succession plan in Singapore, and how homeowners can prepare a fair inheritance while protecting their retirement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When do recurring digestive problems need medical attention? Lance Alexander speaks with Dr Christopher Chia, Chief of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, and co-lead of the Digestive Health Centre, Woodlands Hospital to discuss common digestive conditions in Singapore, warning signs, fatty liver disease and when to start colorectal cancer screening. They also look at how Woodlands Hospital’s new Digestive Health Centre brings care together, and practical habits to support better digestive health. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Supporting ageing parents, raising your own family while planning for your own retirement? Lance Alexander speaks with Gabriel Chen, Senior Deputy Director, Retirement Savings Department at CPF Board to explore how Singapore’s sandwich generation can use CPF to balance family needs, prepare for healthcare expenses and manage housing commitments while protecting their retirement savings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What can grip strength tell us about heart health? Lance Alexander speaks with Assoc Prof Angela Koh, Director, Cardiovascular Ageing and Longevity (CRANE) Programme, National Heart Centre Singapore to explore Singapore research linking weaker muscle strength to changes in the ageing heart, and whether a simple handgrip test could help identify seniors who need further checks. Learn what a weak result means, the test’s limits, and how exercise and diet can help maintain muscle strength as we age. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.