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The Freewheelin' Rob Kelly

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POD DYLAN is a weekly podcast that celebrates the work of Bob Dylan, one song at a time. Host The Freewheelin' Rob Kelly invites a different guest to discuss one of their favorites. Most new episodes are free for 90 days. Subscribers to FM+ get Extended Versions of many shows, Bonus Episodes and full access to every episode in our Archives. Subscribe to FM+ in Apple Podcasts or at www.FMpods.com. One low price includes full access to Extended and Bonus Episodes from every show on the network.
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Singapore stocks started the day on a softer note, mirroring overnight losses on Wall Street. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) headed down 0.6 per cent to 3,070.31 points after 36.8 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Manulife US Reit, after investor watchdog Securities Invest…
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Today we’re going to talk about Hong Kong’s biggest cosmetics chain. Make a guess – the chain is known for its pink-and-white shop front. Does Sasa ring a bell? Founded in 1978, Hong-Kong-listed Sasa first launched in Singapore in 1997 and grew over the years to become the go-to place for make-up and personal care products in the early 2000s. While…
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If you are looking for a place that combines rich historical significance with a variety of activities, Kazakhstan should be at the top of your travel list. As the world's largest landlocked country, Kazakhstan is the ninth largest country in the world, covering an area equivalent to Western Europe. We get an exclusive inside of Kazakhstan and the …
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Singapore stocks opened slightly lower today after global equities closed largely on a positive note. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) was down 0.1 per cent to 3,074.93 points after 21.2 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch for today, we have Nio. The electric vehicle player sank deeper…
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From Parti Islam Se-Malaysia (PAS) retaining their Kemaman seat with candidate Dr Ahmad Samsuri Mokhtar to six Thai hostages kidnapped and held for weeks in the Gaza Strip by Hamas arriving back home on Monday. Adib Zalkapli, Director, BowerGroupAsia gives us an analysis of those headlines and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati…
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This conversation is set to help you cool down in sunny Singapore. Our guest for today is Carrier Corporation, which is a leading global provider of sustainable and intelligent building and cold chain solutions. The firm is mainly focused on three business areas, namely heating, ventilation and cooling or HVAC, refrigeration and fire and security. …
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The global luxury market continues its upward trajectory and is projected to reach a record €1.5 trillion in 2023, according to a new report from Bain & Company and Italian luxury goods association Altagamma. This represents an 8-10% growth over 2022, proving the sector’s resilience amid economic uncertainty. What trends will shape the luxury indus…
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Singapore stocks opened weaker today following overnight losses on global markets. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) headed down 0.1 per cent to 3,080.87 points after 19.5 million securities changed hands in the broader market. Meanwhile, international headlines are in focus today with investors mulling a private sector survey which sho…
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It is not uncommon for employees to use their corporate devices to hunt for tempting gift deals. This allure of online shopping and festive cheer also unfortunately brings with it an increased risk of holiday scams, which for businesses can lead to the compromise of sensitive corporate data and financial losses. So what are the risks associated wit…
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Omakase, seafood buffet, beef steaks and warm bowls of ramen or perhaps delicious bowls of bak chor mee, or minced meat noodles topped with a dash of tangy black vinegar. You might have seen countless videos of people recommending restaurants and eateries serving delectable meals on social media, but have you ever how many of them do you end up rem…
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From China’s Communist Party signaling further delay to third plenum to China Evergrande Group granted an adjournment of a court hearing into a liquidation petition to January 29. Dr. Oh Ei Sun, Senior Fellow, Singapore Institute of International Affairs gives us an analysis of those headlines and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor…
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If money and accolades bring many of the finer things in life, why are "successful" Singaporeans still unhappy, unfulfilled, and dissatisfied? In fact, today 80 percent of senior executive leaders and C-suites in Singapore are on the verge of quitting, with Singapore losing S$16 billion a year because of crippling mental health conditions that lead…
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There is no better time to shop in a year with the upcoming year-end sales fast approaching. Shopping has become increasingly convenient and exciting with the rise of e-commerce and alluring sales, both offline and online. In tandem with this evolving retail landscape, how can retailers meet consumer demands and maximize profitability? George Pepes…
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Singapore stocks were pulled into positive territory at the open after stocks on Wall Street and Europe closed the previous week higher. In early trade, the Straits Times Index headed up 0.2 per cent after 64.8 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch for today, we have Singtel. The telecommunications p…
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Today we’re going to talk about a company formed from the merger of one of the world’s largest privately-owned fragrance & taste companies, Firmenich, as well as, DSM, a company who’s touted as a global, purpose-led leader in nutrition, health and well-being. Formed in May 2023, the combined entity DSM-firmenich defines itself as an innovator in nu…
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Henry Kissinger, the former US Secretary of State and National Security Adviser died on November 29 at the age of 100. While he was an influential member of the US government under two Presidents, Kissinger was also seen as a controversial figure in global politics. In fact, his legacy in Asia has been much debated. How will Henry Kissinger be reme…
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Did you know Singaporeans generated more than 740 million kilograms of food waste in 2019? That’s equivalent to the weight of 51,000 double-decker buses! With more than 20% of people in Singapore still facing food insecurity issues, how can we change the conversation surrounding food to reduce waste? Nicol Ng, CEO, X-Inc & Founder, The Foodbank Sin…
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Rob welcomes back fellow BobCat Omar Uddin to discuss the Rolling Thunder Revue version of "Tonight I'll Be Staying Here With You." Have a question or comment? Contact: https://fmpods.com/podcasts/poddylan Follow us on Twitter: @Pod_Dylan POD DYLAN "Jukebox" T-Shirt now available: https://www.etsy.com/shop/RobKellyCreative Complete list of all song…
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Singapore stocks were pulled into positive territory today after stock markets in the US and Europe ended mostly higher overnight. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) rose 0.3 per cent after 54.7 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch today, we have IHH Healthcare. The mainboard-listed compa…
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In this digital age, people are heavily reliant on online payments and new payment technologies for transactions. Keeping up with the trend, fraudsters are continuously finding creative ways to perpetuate their scams. What role can data analytics plays in financial fraud detection, and what are the best strategies that regulators can implement to p…
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According to the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) advance report of how Singapore’s labour market fared in the whole of 2023, with high inflation this year eating into the spending power of Singapore residents, the real incomes for workers at the 20th percentile fell by 3 percent compared with the same period last year, while that for median workers dipp…
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Skincare and cosmetics, yes that’s what we are going to talk about on this segment today! Founded in 1956, our guest BABOR BEAUTY GROUP is a German family business that started out as a niche brand for professionals within the skincare industry. The company has been headed by the third generation of the owner family since 2014 and has seen rapid gr…
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Singapore stocks opened weaker today, following heavy losses of the top-traded counter. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) headed down 0.2 per cent to 3,078.74 points after 45.7 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Manulife US Reit. Units fell as much as 27.5% after the counter r…
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Greece has accused Britain of showing "a lack of respect" by abruptly cancelling a meeting between their leaders at short notice in a dispute over ancient Greek sculptures brought to Britain in the early 19th century. What are the Parthenon Sculptures at the centre of the row between Britain and Greece? How will this dispute reflect on British Prim…
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Switzerland is once again the world's most talent-competitive country, followed by Singapore, according to INSEAD's 2023 Global Talent Competitiveness Index. How have the world's most talent competitive countries competed to attract and nurture talent over the past decade? What are the lessons we can take away from the talent landscape and what is …
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With the resurgence of global travel following the pandemic, our global perspective is more important than ever. Common to all our global work: experiences come first – personality-forward for our brand operators and tailored for unique experiences that speak to their brands and the local context. What opportunities do these post-pandemic hospitali…
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Building a talent ecosystem to help the 120 million professionals in Southeast Asia grow their careers. Well, that’s the aspiration and the mission of our guest for today Glints. Founded in 2015, Glints is a recruitment platform that allows organisations to hire the right talent from anywhere in Southeast Asia. With operations spanning across key m…
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As an antithesis to usual Christmas celebrations with fabricated tree structures, Millenia Walk is encouraging a Singapore-first, eco-friendly Christmas celebration this year as part of the Millenia Walk Christmas With Our Trees initiative and its ongoing sustainability efforts. This includes showcasing a 7-metre-tall Christmas tree made entirely o…
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Among cities ranked as the world’s best for annual prime property price growth, three in the top 12 are Australian, according to Knight Frank’s Prime Global Cities Index Q3 2023 which tracked the movement of 46 luxury residential markets worldwide. Given it's potential in 2023, how will Sydney’s luxury property market play out in 2024? What does it…
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Singapore shares started trading in positive territory today, tracking gains in the US and Europe markets. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) was up by 0.5 per cent at 3,220.76 points as 51.3 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch, we have Manulife US Reit, after it requested a trading halt…
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From highlights to the recently concluded Parti Keadilan Rakyat (PKR) annual congress to Malaysia and Thailand looking to enhance their cooperation to proper economic growth. Dr Mustafa Izzuddin, Senior International Affairs Analyst, Solaris Strategies Singapore gives us an analysis of those headlines and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for priva…
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You might have played Tamagotchi before, but for some of us who grew up in the early 2000s, we went for Neopets. Founded in 1999, Neopets is an immersive, web-based pet game where we raise our virtual pets, collect free items under the Money Tree, and of course, haggle for goods with virtual shopkeepers and get chased off for making an unreasonable…
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As the 2023 F1 season came to a close, we look back on the campaign that was dominated by Max Verstappen - who clinched 19 of 23 race wins to seal an emphatic third world title. F1 Analyst Matthew Marsh is in the hot seat to give us his hot takes, including his pick on best & worst in class for the year. Got a story to tell? Get in touch with us! e…
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South Asian fashion is having its moment in the sun, shaping and embracing current global fashion trends. From textiles to patterns and beading, South Asian style has been a significant presence in the industry, inspiring designers worldwide with its rich heritage. But what about its presence here in Singapore? Samia Khan, Founder, Studio Mèlange s…
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Singapore stocks opened weaker today, following overnight losses on global markets. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) headed down 0.2 per cent to 3,079.31 points after 50.7 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch today, we have Sembcorp Industries, after the energy group yesterday announced…
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A surge of respiratory illnesses related to flu, respiratory syncytial virus and other infections has been sweeping across some parts of China and mainly infecting children, as the country experiences its first full winter since easing COVID-19 restrictions. What do we know so far about the mysterious pneumonia outbreak in China? And how will China…
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Social media platform TikTok has initiated a transformative shift in our media consumption habits, revolutionizing the way hyper-curated entertainment is delivered to users. So how can OTT providers adapt to evolving consumer behaviour among the younger demographic? Charley Thomas, Director of Solutions Engineering, Content Delivery & Cloud Computi…
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Fei Siong Group is perhaps most famously known for its brands of bak chor mee or minced meat noodles. After all, the company that started in 1995, has since grown to become a casual dining and quick service restaurant company with over 150 outlets across 19 brands, with most of them serving your typical hawker fare. But do you know Fei Siong actual…
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The Premier League resumed after the FINAL international break of the year, and boy was it worth the wait! From Arsenal going top, to City and Liverpool dropping points. Spurs doing spurs things, and Garnacho doing Rooney things, the weekend had it all! Tune in as we recap what went down! Got a story to tell? Get in touch with us! edanker@sph.com.s…
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Did you know that Singapore is the world’s sixth largest consumer market for watches? Boldr has quite the interesting story, having been started by a Singaporean on Kickstarter in 2016 and growing into a renowned indie watch brand especially in the US market ever since. So how did Boldr work with PayPal to grow its US market presence? Leon Leong, F…
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Products and services are not the only valuable things your company owns. By understanding and optimising brand value, companies can invest in a powerful strategy for long-term gains. And according to Brand Finance’s ASEAN 300 2023 most airlines brands have witnessed an uptick in brand values this year. So what are the top brands of 2023? Which are…
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US President Joe Biden will miss the latest UN climate summit in Dubai, after two years of attending the talks. What’s on the agenda for the US at COP28? Will the US be ready to commit money this year? And how will US-China relations impact the momentum at the meeting? Elsewhere, following the release of the third group of hostages by Hamas as part…
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A switchboard is known as a piece of equipment that directs all phone calls made to and from a particular building and area. But what about a switchboard that automatically helps enterprises direct and organise data into dashboards for business leaders to carry out data-driven projects on revenue operations, deal plannings, and campaign performance…
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We delve deep into the world of pro-boxing with First Drop Pro Fight, a Taiwan-based management company - as brand ambassador Sam Kao shares insights into pushing boundaries in boxing, comparing training in Taiwan and Singapore, and assessing the local boxing standard. Got a story to tell? Get in touch with us! edanker@sph.com.sg | raushan@sph.com.…
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Here is the deal, we all know that adulting is hard. So imagine receiving a warm and wholesome meal delivered to your doorstep right after a long day, just utter bliss. These healthy food delivery services in Singapore offer weekly and monthly subscription meal plans that will fill you up nicely. Michelin-trained chef Maxamillian Mepham, Founder an…
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Singapore stocks fell during early trade today, led by declines from the banks. US markets were closed for the Thanksgiving holiday. In early trade, the Straits Times Index (STI) headed down 0.3 per cent to 3,105.08 points, after 89.7 million securities changed hands in the broader market. In terms of companies to watch today, we have City Developm…
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Singapore’s Presidents will be able to accept appointments at international organisations in a “private capacity”, allowing them to act and express views independently under constitutional amendments that were passed in Parliament this week. But could any time spent serving private interests be time taken away from the President’s national duties a…
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Today we’re going to bring you an inside look into the largest liquor company in the Philippines that is also the world’s biggest brandy manufacturer. Founded in 1979, Emperador is a holding company that operates an integrated business of manufacturing, bottling and distributing distilled spirits and other alcoholic beverages from the Philippines a…
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Rob welcomes author Matthew Ingate to discuss "Brownsville Girl" from 1986's KNOCKED OUT LOADED. This Episode is for FM+ Subscribers Only. If you're not yet a subscriber, you'll hear a special preview version of this episode. To hear the full episode, sign up for FM Pods + in Apple Podcasts or at FMPods.com. Have a question or comment? Contact: htt…
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Business man by day, boxer by night? What are the similarities between the two seemingly different aspects of one's life - and what lessons can we take from one to another? Ahead of the 3rd edition of The Ring White Collar Boxing Show - Ruchdi Hajjar, co-founder of The Ring Boxing Community and founding partner of SGMC Capital, joins us to tell us …
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