Best Singaore Podcasts (2024)

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From execution to innovation: The strategic shift in Global Capability Centers 28:21

30d ago28:21

28:21

Global Capability Centers (GCCs) have evolved into innovation engines, shifting from execution centers to strategic hubs at the forefront of transformation. Join McKinsey Senior Partner Indy Banerjee and Partner Fabrice Desmarescaux as they engage in a discussion with Pravin Goel, Managing Director at BlackRock, and Debasis Panda, Head of GCCs at T…

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Business news to watch in 2024 40:45

3M ago40:45

40:45

As economies in Asia evolve in 2024, they have the potential to shape the next normal. We talk to Robin Harding, Asia Editor of the Financial Times, and Clay Chandler, Executive Editor, Asia of Fortune, about their views on the year that was and the year ahead. See www.mckinsey.com/privacy-policy for privacy information…

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Unlocking the full potential of Japanese corporates 32:46

3M ago32:46

32:46

In this episode, host Angela Buensuceso discusses the potential of Japanese corporations with Naoyuki Iwatani, managing partner of McKinsey's offices in Japan and Michele Raviscioni, a senior partner based in McKinsey's Tokyo office. Delve into the essence of Japanese craftsmanship, customer-centricity, and brand power as they uncover the strategie…

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Closing the women’s health gap 22:42

4M ago22:42

22:42

In this special episode on International Women’s Day, we discuss how prioritizing women's health can lead to economic and social empowerment. Join McKinsey partner Valentina Sartori, senior partner Mrinalini Mirchandani, and host Angela Buensuceso, as they explore what kind of investments are needed to close the women’s health gap. See www.mckinsey…

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Why new business building is a CEO's choice for growth 20:54

4M ago20:54

20:54

In this episode, we explore the dynamic landscape of new business building with Senior Partners Markus Berger-de Leon and Nimal Manuel. Find out how companies are succeeding in building new businesses, and gain practical insights from real-world examples as we underscore the potential for higher success rates and encourage ambitious thinking and ra…

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Asia’s role in shaping a new world 29:06

5M ago29:06

29:06

Is Asia on the cusp of a new era? In this episode, MGI director and senior partner Chris Bradley and MGI partner Jeongmin Seong, join the conversation with host Angela Buensuceso to unravel global patterns of transformation, highlighting Asia's emergence as a key player across multiple domains. Explore how Asia's prominence is reshaping the global …

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Emerging technology trends in Asia 13:52

9M ago13:52

13:52

In this episode, McKinsey senior partners, Lareina Yee and Vinayak HV, explore the pivotal tech trends shaping 2023 and their profound impact on Asia's companies and economies. Discover how Asia's demographic advantage, rapid innovation, and tech adoption drive its leadership in the global tech landscape, and learn how technology serves as a transf…

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Leading Asia - Infosys’ Nandan Nilekani on using technology for good 10:58

10M ago10:58

10:58

Infosys’ Nandan Nilekani shares on the transformative power of socially conscious leadership. The Infosys co-founder discusses how he thinks India’s start-ups can revolutionise people’s lives and work, as well as his own reflections from the time he spent helping to lead India’s digital public infrastructure journey. Read the full interview with Na…

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How technology is shaping Gen Z’s mental health 19:40

1y ago19:40

19:40

How does our youngest generation perceive and cope with mental health challenges in a rapidly evolving digital landscape? In this episode, we talk about the surprising revelations from a global survey conducted by the McKinsey Health Institute (MHI) that covered over 42,000 respondents across 26 countries. Join Kana Enomoto, Associate Partner at Mc…

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Pixels of progress: A microregional perspective on global development 17:56

1y ago17:56

17:56

By embracing a microregional perspective, we gain a more refined understanding of global development, enabling businesses and governments to make targeted decisions that drive progress. In this episode, we discuss the McKinsey Global Institute Report, Pixels of Progress, which offers insights from a unique dataset that breaks the world down into ov…

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Leading Asia: Loh Chin Hua on Keppel’s plan for sustainable growth 9:23

1y ago9:23

9:23

Loh Chin Hua, CEO and executive director of Keppel Corporation shares about Keppel’s transformation into an integrated business focused on sustainable solutions and how he leads with purpose and resilience. Read the full interview with Loh Chin Hua here: https://mck.co/la-keppel See www.mckinsey.com/privacy-policy for privacy information…

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How MNCs can capture the Chinese growth opportunity 17:17

1y ago17:17

17:17

In this episode, we bring together two senior McKinsey experts – McKinsey Global Institute (MGI) Director and Senior Partner Kweilin Ellingrud and MGI Partner Jeongmin Seong — to discuss the shifting landscape of doing business in China and how MNCs can adapt to succeed in this dynamic market. See www.mckinsey.com/privacy-policy for privacy informa…

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Achieving gender parity in Asia 35:14

1+ y ago35:14

35:14

Women leaders are switching jobs at the highest rates we’ve ever seen, and ambitious young women are prepared to do the same. To make meaningful and sustainable progress toward gender equality, companies need to go beyond table stakes. Join senior partner and McKinsey Global Institute Director (MGI), Kweilin Ellingrud, and MGI partner, Anu Madgavka…

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Business news to watch in 2023 35:11

1+ y ago35:11

35:11

Robin Harding, Asia Editor of the Financial Times, is back in this annual podcast on what’s shaping business news. We look at the impact of US-China relations, a new trajectory for Asian growth, how electric vehicles may reshape industry… and more. Read a transcript of this episode here: https://www.mckinsey.com/featured-insights/future-of-asia/fut…

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Turning commitments into action on the 1.5⁰ pathway 48:05

1+ y ago48:05

48:05

More than 500 institutions within the Glasgow Financial Alliance for Net Zero (GFANZ) have committed to reducing their and their clients’ emissions to net zero by 2050—however, the time has now come for these commitments to be translated into action. In this episode, Mark Carney, co-chair of GFANZ, talks to McKinsey senior partner and host, Cindy L…

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Investing in a net-zero economy: Scaling blended finance 35:27

1+ y ago35:27

35:27

In a new episode of the McKinsey Future of Asia Podcast, Gillian Tan, Chief Sustainability Officer of the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), speaks with host Bharath Sattanathan, partner based in McKinsey's Singapore office, as they discuss how Asia can take tangible steps to transition to a net-zero economy—and the role of finance in enabling …

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Inflation in Asia: How leaders can prepare for volatility 16:33

1+ y ago16:33

16:33

Few chief executives have faced the challenge of leading a company through an inflationary spike like today’s. Despite the challenges, we remain optimistic about Asian growth opportunities. In this episode, we discuss how business leaders could look across their organizations for opportunities to mitigate the effects, helping to build resilience al…

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How to forge trust and overcome crises 33:44

2y ago33:44

33:44

Australia is no stranger to crises. Heatwaves, bushfires, droughts, and floods besiege this vast, unique country, posing a significant challenge to all sectors of the Australian public and government. In this episode, McKinsey partner Roland Dillon spoke with Major General Andrew Hocking about the importance of trust in building resilience, why a f…

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Building a mentally resilient workforce 30:53

2y ago30:53

30:53

Employee mental health and resilience is a critical topic for business leaders globally—McKinsey research has shown that as many as one in four employees are reporting signs of burnout. In this episode, we discuss the factors that can influence workplace mental health, and how organizations can effectively build a mentally resilient workforce. Join…

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The future of (hybrid) work 35:39

2y ago35:39

35:39

Read more > Listen to the podcast (duration: 35:35) > In this episode, we discuss the big trends defining the future of work in Asia, why certain companies are reluctant to embrace remote working arrangements, and how organizations can respond to these latest developments. Join the conversation with Ahmed Mazhari, President of Microsoft Asia, Paul …

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Leading Asia: Arundhati Bhattacharya on lifelong learning and talent reinvention 9:09

2y ago9:09

9:09

Our ‘Leading Asia’ series features brief summaries of conversations we’ve had with Asian CEOs to discuss what they’ve learned in their journeys as leaders. Join the conversation with Arundhati Bhattacharya, chairperson and CEO of Salesforce, India, a US software company with a $210 billion market capitalization as of May 2022. Previously, Arundhati…

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Human capital explained: how experience changes careers 6:27

2y ago6:27

6:27

According to McKinsey research, individual earnings are directly linked to a person’s work experience. So, how can experience influence your career earnings? In this new sub-series, Future of Asia Explains, we discuss how the ‘experience effect’ influences the human capital and how companies could attract and retain their best talent. Join the conv…

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Redefining the modern CEO 22:50

2y ago22:50

22:50

The pandemic, amongst other changes to the modus operandi of CEOs, has necessitated a redefinition of the role of the modern CEO. In this episode, we discuss what it takes to be an excellent CEO in today’s environment and how their role has changed. Join the conversation with McKinsey experts and coauthors of CEO Excellence: The six mindsets that d…

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The great divergence: banking in Asia post pandemic 38:28

2+ y ago38:28

38:28

When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, many in Asian banking players assumed the sector would take a devastating knock. But two years on, it’s apparent that banks have mostly come through in good shape, with relatively minor losses. Still, the financial ecosystem has changed irrevocably in this time. With rising interest rates, and the rapid uptake of dig…

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Asia’s business news agenda in 2022 38:32

2+ y ago38:32

38:32

Read more > Listen to the podcast (duration: 38:31) > What are the business stories Asian executives should pay attention to in the year ahead? In this episode, leading editors from the Financial Times and Reuters discuss the issues in Asia likely to dominate headlines. Join the conversation with Robin Harding, Asia Editor at the Financial Times; K…

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The path to net-zero: Investing in carbon markets 34:34

2+ y ago34:34

34:34

As the drive to curb global warming gathers pace, carbon markets have become increasingly fundamental to achieving net-zero greenhouse-gas emissions. In this episode, we discuss the rapid emergence of carbon markets as a viable asset class, the risks and opportunities investors should be mindful of, and the role corporates and investors can play in…

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COP26 and Implications for Asia 34:14

2+ y ago34:14

34:14

Asia faces several key challenges in undertaking the net- zero transition while standing out as being more exposed to physical climate risk than other parts of the world. In this episode, we discuss that coming out of COP26, what are the main priorities and challenges in the Asia Pacific with regards to climate change, what are the different techno…

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Getting to know Asia’s future consumers 30:52

3y ago30:52

30:52

Asia is the world’s consumption growth engine – miss Asia, and you’ll miss a $10 trillion opportunity over the next decade. Powerful demographic forces are reshaping consumer behavior and causing large shifts in consumption patterns. In this episode, we discuss the consumer trends and segments driving Asia’s growth over the next decade, and how com…

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The Future of Healthcare in Asia 27:17

3y ago27:17

27:17

Asia is primed for rapid healthcare change, driven by shifting demographics, rising consumer expectations, technological innovations, and limited legacy health infrastructure. Today, digital health impacts more than a billion lives, and estimates show that digital health in Asia could collectively create up to $100 billion in value by 2025. In this…

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Setting your organizations up for success in cloud technology 30:28

3y ago30:28

30:28

Cloud has become a great enabler in advancing organizations’ business priorities across Asia. The growing importance of cloud technology is now being realized all over the region but challenges remain. What are the best practices when thinking about leveraging cloud technology? How do leaders attract and retain talent that can take their organizati…

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Sustainably improving workplace mental health 27:57

3y ago27:57

27:57

The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated preexisting workplace mental health challenges, creating a new imperative for leaders to take a holistic and methodical approach to workplace mental health. In this episode, we discuss the impact of poor mental health on work performance, how companies can sustainably improve mental health at the workplace, and…

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The Audible Brief: How Asia can boost growth through technological leapfrogging 30:43

3y ago30:43

30:43

Read more > Listen to the podcast (duration: 30:42) > Asia has experienced a significant technological transformation over the past decade, and there is more to come if the region addresses remaining gaps in core capabilities. In our mini-series "The Audible Brief", we feature audio summaries of our flagship McKinsey Global Institute discussion pap…

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Banking through the pandemic 44:02

3y ago44:02

44:02

Banking fortunes are linked to the fortunes of economies. When Asia entered the COVID-19 crisis, banks were well-prepared and far more resilient this time than they were during the crisis of 2008. The outlook still remains worrisome as trillions of dollars of GDP are still under threat, and the near-term recovery of the economy is patchy and uncert…

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A tale of two cities: Driving innovation through speed, stability, and scale 42:27

3y ago42:27

42:27

Asia has developed and deepened its technological capabilities and infrastructure rapidly over the past decade, accounting for the largest share of global growth in many technology metrics. In this episode, we discuss how organizational culture that help leaders drive innovation, how Asia can capitalize on its wealth of tech talent, and how technol…

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The evolution of healthtech in Asia 34:52

3y ago34:52

34:52

Read more > Listen to the podcast (duration: 34:51) > Asia’s healthcare ecosystems are digitizing. Amid enormous challenges in the face of COVID-19, healthcare companies have taken steps to mitigate the crisis and create positive change. In this episode, we discuss how Asia’s healthcare sector can capture opportunities in a post-pandemic world, esp…

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Fighting gender bias in artificial intelligence 43:49

3y ago43:49

43:49

Read more > Listen to the podcast (duration: 43:39) > Artificial intelligence (AI) has played a huge part in accelerating key trends during the pandemic – it has fundamentally changed the way we work. However, what happens when human biases affect the way we use technology? In this podcast, we dive deep into how gender bias is reflected in AI, why …

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Teaching AI to sail like a world-class sailor and what it means for business 26:22

3+ y ago26:22

26:22

Read more > Listen to the podcast (duration: 26:22) > The America’s Cup, the oldest trophy in international sport, is competitive sailing’s most coveted prize. When the 36th edition begins in March, the race’s defending champion, Emirates Team New Zealand, will hit the water having utilized a new crew member: an AI bot created by McKinsey. Winning …

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Asia’s business news agenda in 2021 38:55

3+ y ago38:55

38:55

Read more > Listen to the podcast (duration: 38:54) > 2021 is being seen as a year of transition for businesses in Asia. As we begin to put the disruption of the pandemic behind, what are the trends that show we are transitioning to the next normal? In this episode, we discuss the changing ways of working, innovation in action, and the sustained su…

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The future of work after COVID-19 23:26

3+ y ago23:26

23:26

Read more > Listen to the podcast (duration: 23:25) > The future of work is constantly evolving, and COVID-19 has only accelerated this phenomenon. The pandemic has led to the rise of remote work, a growth in the e-commerce market, and has facilitated the adoption of AI and automation. How do these trends impact occupational transitions? In this ep…

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Looking ahead to 2021 35:35

3+ y ago35:35

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Read more > Listen to the podcast (duration: 35:35) > 2020 has been a challenging year. With employees working from home, customers taking to digital channels at unprecedented rates, and news headlines signaling more unpredictability, many companies are finding their resilience tested like never before. As we reflect on our experiences and look to …

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The Asian Century Part 2 40:59

3+ y ago40:59

40:59

At the beginning of our discussion back in August 2019, the most important issues facing Asia were the ramping up of the US-China trade challenges, the North Korea-US nuclear deals, the Rohingya refugee crisis, and the many challenges ahead with the crisis in climate change. Today in 2020, a lot of these issues have shifted due to the influence of …

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The Asian Century Part 1 53:13

3+ y ago53:13

53:13

At the beginning of our discussion back in August 2019, the most important issues facing Asia were the ramping up of the US-China trade challenges, the North Korea-US nuclear deals, the Rohingya refugee crisis, and the many challenges ahead with the crisis in climate change. Today in 2020, a lot of these issues have shifted due to the influence of …

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Asia's technological opportunities to propel growth 41:58

3+ y ago41:58

41:58

Read more > Listen to the podcast (duration: 41:58) > Asia has developed and deepened its technological capabilities and infrastructure rapidly, accounting for the largest share of global growth in many technology metrics. Over the past decade, Asia’s populations have embraced technology more quickly and enthusiastically than in any other region of…

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The future of sustainability: Asia’s climate change imperative 43:25

3+ y ago43:25

43:25

Read more > Listen to the podcast (duration: 43:25) > The effects of the changing climate are already being felt: between 600 million and one billion people could be at risk of lethal heat waves by 2050. According to a recent McKinsey analysis, up to $4.7 trillion of GDP in Asia is at risk annually from loss of effective outdoor working hours becau…

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Can ASEAN maintain its growth trajectory in a post-COVID world? 44:15

3+ y ago44:15

44:15

Read more > Listen to the podcast (duration: 44:14) > A driving force in Asia after several decades of strong and sustained economic growth, members of ASEAN make up almost half of the world’s best-performing developing economies. ASEAN is home to eight of 18 developing economies that averaged at least 3.5 percent annual per capita GDP growth over …

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Building agile organizations for the next normal 38:25

3+ y ago38:25

38:25

Read more > Listen to the podcast (duration: 38:24) > For many companies, COVID-19 has challenged their operating and business models. Agile organizations have proven to be more resilient than the average company, and are thus better suited to respond to economic shocks posed by the pandemic. In this episode, we explore how large companies adapted …

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Innovating for the future: Building new businesses in Asia 40:35

4y ago40:35

40:35

Read more > Listen to the podcast (duration: 40:34) > Asia has the suite of capabilities needed for building new businesses—a skilled talent pool, a strong startup culture and robust investment. This podcast episode, featuring the President of True Digital, Michael Gryseels, highlights how Asian companies can capture the business-building opportuni…

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India’s turning point 49:17

4y ago49:17

49:17

Read more > Listen to the podcast (duration: 49:17) > India is at a decisive point in its journey towards prosperity. With economic reforms, the country could create gainful jobs for 90 million workers over the coming decade; letting go of this opportunity could risk a decade of economic stagnation. What steps can be taken to return India’s economy…

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Countering the gender-regressive shock of COVID-19 in Asia 47:54

4y ago47:54

47:54

Read more > Listen to the podcast (duration: 47:53) > As COVID-19 continues to impact lives and livelihoods around the world, we can see that the pandemic and its economic fallout are having regressive effects on gender equality. What does progress on gender parity look like in light of COVID-19? What is the state of diversity and inclusion in the …

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Parity in a pandemic: An Asia perspective 50:17

4y ago50:17

50:17

Read more > Listen to the podcast (duration: 50:17) > COVID-19 is confronting companies in Asia with a daunting degree of disruption. The lessons from previous crises tell us there is a very real risk that inclusion and diversity may now recede as a strategic priority for organizations – despite the fact that more diverse companies are most likely …

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