The Morning Drive with The Flying Dutchman & Lavinia

On The Morning Drive today, turns out that self-driving car crash was caused by a human. Which cartoon character would you want as your best friend? Plus, we take on the bee hoon challenge and win… but FD still won’t give us a crab bee hoon. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Unintentional weight loss isn’t just about appetite. Frailty isn’t just about ageing. And losing independence isn’t just about needing help. In Episode 3 of #IWishIKnew, we talk about frailty, weight loss, and losing independence—the signs people miss, the emotions people don’t talk about, and why support doesn’t mean giving up control. Listen in now. Because sometimes, you really wish you knew. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Morning Drive today, LTA rolls out a new OBU feature that alerts motorists to slow down when nearing selected streets and expressway exits! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Morning Drive today, if your Christmas card just arrived… you’re probably one of the 16 million. Also, what memory would you erase? Liz Piper from Lifeweavers Therapy Co. is back for Episode 3 of #IWishIKnew on frailty, weight loss and losing independence—the signs people miss, and why support doesn’t mean losing control. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Less product. More care. Quinn Chen from Ice Secret returns for #FaceForward Episode 2 to share why handling matters just as much as serums and creams. A therapist will be demonstrating how a simple massage can not only support circulation and relaxation, but show immediate results! Listen in now as we rethink what skincare really means, and why sometimes, doing less can actually do more. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Morning Drive today, Johor firefighters battle a spreading peat fire as haze affects Singapore, and we explore what life is like for people living with aphasia, when words don’t come easily. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Morning Drive today, where is that burning smell coming from? If your domestic helper could only do one thing—cook or household chores—which would you pick? Quinn Chen, co-founder and managing director of Ice Secret, returns for Episode 2 of #FaceForward on why handling matters as much as creams and serums, because sometimes doing less really does more. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Love, hope, laughter and the reality of dementia. Veteran film producer Daniel Yun and Bernard Lim, Advocacy Lead at Dementia Singapore, join The Morning Drive to share the stories, research, and real-life moments behind A Singapore Dementia Story—an anthology of five short films exploring life with dementia from the perspectives of persons living with the condition and their caregivers. From busting common myths to uncovering quiet truths about love, courage, and human connection, this conversation goes beyond the screen. Listen in to hear what inspired the films and why these stories matter. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Morning Drive today, David Neo shares why building a “we first” society needs deep mindset shifts, and we spotlight Little Red Dot for innovative revision tips that are changing how students learn. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Morning Drive today, we give a shoutout to an honorary Singaporean, ask who your action hero is, and speak to veteran film producer Daniel Yun and Bernard Lim from Dementia Singapore on love, hope, laughter, and the real-life truths behind dementia. From myths to quiet moments of courage and connection, their conversation goes far beyond the screen. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Just how far will chefs go for art and CNY tradition? Hedy Khoo, The Straits Times’ Senior Food Correspondent, says the Year of the Horse isn’t galloping out horse-shaped yushengs like other zodiac years. So what’s holding chefs back? Listen in as we break down this tricky zodiac, reveal the most eye-catching yu shengs of the season, and unpack what they say about CNY dining in 2026! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Morning Drive today, an AI headset aims to help the visually impaired commute independently, Capitol Theatre plans classic film screenings from Feb 2026, and Taylor Swift becomes the youngest woman inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Morning Drive today, we tased a mermaid?! What’s your go-to pick-me-up? Plus, we speak to Hedy Khoo on why the Year of the Horse is giving chefs a real challenge—and the most eye-catching Yushengs of CNY 2026! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A small cut. A blister. A wound that just won’t heal. Episode 2 of #IWishIKnew dives into diabetes and poor wound healing—why minor injuries can turn into major problems, the warning signs people often miss, and how early rehab support can protect movement, independence, and quality of life. Listen in now with Principal Therapist Liz Piper from Lifeweavers. Because sometimes, you really wish you knew. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Morning Drive today, more children, including pre-schoolers and P4–P5 pupils, will join a national scheme promoting healthy habits, while AI-driven robots are being rolled out at Tampines active ageing centres to help seniors stay active and prevent falls. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Morning Drive today, have you heard of Scarlett Wolf? And if you had to leave Singapore, what would you miss the most? Plus, it’s #IWishIKnew Episode 2. A small cut or blister can turn serious fast. We speak to Liz Piper from Lifeweavers on diabetes, poor wound healing, and the warning signs many people miss—and why early rehab can make all the difference. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Face forward! We groom our hair. We iron our clothes. We show up looking put together. So why should skincare be any different? Quinn, Managing Director and Co-Founder of Ice Secret, joins us to reframe the skincare conversation. No fluff, no fuss. Just everyday upkeep that’s practical, simple, and for everyone. It's not vanity, it’s maintenance. And it’s never too early or too late to start. Listen in now to achieve your best face at any age! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Morning Drive today, a new IPS study finds 1 in 10 Singaporeans lack close friendships, and a pilot project shows how guided conversations can help Singaporeans and foreigners find common ground on integration. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Morning Drive today, is lycanthropy real? Are Singaporeans becoming more inconsiderate? Plus, it’s Face Forward with Quinn Chen, Managing Director and Co-Founder of Ice Secret, who proves to us that skincare doesn't have to be a load of fuss! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some medical conditions are so rare, even doctors have never encountered them. Straits Times Health Correspondent Judith Tan joins us to unpack her award-winning Medical Mysteries series—including the astonishing story of a teen who must drink cornstarch water to stay alive. Listen in now to hear the science behind these conditions, the human stories at their core, and the misconceptions many people have about rare diseases. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They’re leaving Singapore… for a life at sea?!? Meet Daniel and Serene—Captain and Mother Cook of Yoshi—who are setting sail with their 12- and 9-year-old on an epic family adventure. From schooling and safety to daily life on a boat, they share the magical moments that made trading land for waves worth it. Listen in now as they reveal how five years of planning led to the biggest decision of their lives! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Morning Drive today, Singapore unveils plans for an AI-powered driving circuit at SSDC in 2028 after a five-year delay, while local start-up Strutt launches a voice-controlled autonomous mobility device. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Morning Drive today, you might catch FD walking around without clothes and handing out cherry tomatoes… We also have two incredible interviews today: First, meet Daniel and Serene, Captain and Mother Cook of Yoshi, who are leaving Singapore for a life at sea with their kids?! Second, Straits Times Health Correspondent Judith Tan joins us to unpack her award-winning Medical Mysteries series, including the astonishing story of a teen who must drink cornstarch water to survive! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Belle and Gaston in the same studio. What could go wrong? Shubshri Kandiah and Jackson Head join us to talk chaos, chemistry and what really goes on behind the magic of Beauty and the Beast. Listen in now as they take you from brave offstage moments to their karaoke battles! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Morning Drive today, Total Defence 2026 will include app disruptions and a rescheduled sounding of the Public Warning System, while Lego announces a Pokémon tie-up featuring five characters, and here's how you can get them! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Morning Drive today, it’s Lavi-davi-doo day! 💫 We’re crowdsourcing life advice for Lavi, plus we sit down with Shubshri Kandiah and Jackson Head who play Belle and Gaston to talk chaos, chemistry, and what really goes on behind the magic of Beauty and the Beast—from brave offstage moments to unexpected karaoke battles! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Always tired? Getting breathless doing simple things? #IWishIKnew! We kick off Episode 1 of our new series with a topic many people ignore—breathlessness and constant fatigue. What’s normal, what’s not, and the warning signs people often miss. Join Principal Therapist Liz Piper, co-founder of Lifeweavers Therapy Team, because sometimes, you really wish you knew. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Morning Drive today, Parliament passes a Bill to recognize chess, e-sports and more as official sports, a look at why school meals feel increasingly like “army cookhouse” food, and we are going back to the moon! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Morning Drive today, we’re (eventually) heading back to the moon—but what the duck is going on in our wild world meanwhile? And it somehow became a Therapy Thursday when we asked you about the most annoying habit your partner has! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Morning Drive today, Singapore’s passport is once again ranked the world’s most powerful, commuters are encouraged to take shuttle buses ahead of Circle Line service adjustments, and a viral safety app in China highlights the quiet anxieties of living alone. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Morning Drive today, how do you marry the love of your life even when you’re broke? Also—please chew your food! And if you could monetize your hobby, what would your side hustle be? 2. Topic Heading Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Morning Drive today, over 70% of residential fires linked to Active Mobility Devices between 2022 and 2025 involved uncertified or modified devices, kimchi lands on the US government’s gut health list, and a rare comic that introduced Superman sells privately for a staggering US$19.3 million??!! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Morning Drive today, can you sue AI for false defamation? We also ask: what’s one event—past or present—you wish you could witness live? Plus, do this one thing and statistics say your marriage is more likely to last! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

RIP fine dining in Singapore? Not so fast. With Michelin-starred restaurants closing and dining habits changing, it’s easy to assume that fine dining is on its way out. But is it really dying—or just evolving? Tan Hsueh Yun, The Straits Times Senior food correspondent, joins us to unpack why some restaurants are struggling while others continue to thrive, how younger diners are redefining what a “special meal” looks like, and why fine dining still plays a bigger role in Singapore’s food culture than we might realise.  From tasting menus and identity to whether the experience still matters in a digital-first world, tune in now to learn why fine dining may not be disappearing but just changing with the times. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Morning Drive today, India proposes forcing smartphone makers to hand over source code in a major security overhaul, a new study finds seniors in Singapore are visiting the dentist less often and may be at higher risk of frailty, and Mountbatten residents trial “silent pickleball” using foam balls to keep the peace. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Morning Drive today, would you drink armpit milk, and what was your favourite toy growing up? We also speak to Tan Hsueh Yun, Senior Food Correspondent at The Straits Times, on whether fine dining in Singapore is really dying, or simply evolving! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Morning Drive today, Johor Bahru rolls out a free shuttle bus service to major tourist hotspots, Lego unveils “revolutionary” Smart Bricks that light up and play sounds, and PSLE Companion steps in to support students and parents. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Morning Drive today, here’s one item you might want to add to your “don’t eat” list. We also ask which movie never gets old no matter how many times you watch it, and dive into what your butt shape supposedly says about you. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Morning Drive today, Grab gears up for a drone food delivery trial in Tanjong Rhu, while Punggol gets ready to welcome Singapore’s first self-driving shuttle vehicles within the next three months. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Morning Drive today, time to submit your homework: where would your kids go on holiday if money were no object? We also talk entertainment news as Tombraider is getting a reboot and the cast is no joke. Plus, we go side-questing in Singapore and explore unexpected adventures right under our noses! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Morning Drive today, as AI adoption rises, job insecurity is growing across the US, while closer to home, mahjong is strengthening intergenerational ties in Singapore. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Morning Drive today, wow… is it just us or does something smell in here? We unpack the advice social media is very eager to give, and ask you this: what’s the one staple food, dish or condiment you absolutely cannot live without? Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You can cook your Christmas tree?! Daren Teo, Founder of The Pantry Boy, is here to prove that cooking doesn’t have to be intimidating—even if you proudly “burn water.” From his origin story to why accessibility in the kitchen matters, Daren shares how total beginners can still pull off impressive dishes (yes, pork belly and crème brûlée French toast included). With hawker centres closed for spring cleaning, what can you cook at home? Leftover Christmas feastings, pantry staples, or something totally unexpected? Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummers Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Morning Drive today, a boy gets injured at Jewel Changi but why are you running on the walking nets in the first place?? Also, Britain begins banning junk food ads on daytime TV and online. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Morning Drive today, what are people putting up their b-o-t-toms?!? We also ask you what your favourite word is, and chat with Daren Teo, founder of The Pantry Boy. From cooking your Christmas tree to pulling off pork belly or crème brûlée French toast, he shares how beginners can make impressive dishes at home—even with pantry staples or leftovers! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ready to plan your most memorable trip yet? From luxury rail journeys through Vietnam and Malaysia to hotel perks that go far beyond free nights, The Straits Times assistant Life editor Clara Lock breaks down how travellers can enjoy more meaningful, experience-packed vacations. Listen in now to find out what’s shaping travel in 2026—and what you should keep on your radar. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Morning Drive today, Singapore’s beverage container return scheme will kick off from April 1, and a new samosa record has been set! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Morning Drive today, these were the most spoken words of 2025 *collective sighs*.. We also ask what business you would like to open, and chat with Clara Lock, ST Assistant Life Editor, on how travellers can plan meaningful, experience-packed trips! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A fingerprint. A memory. A lifelong heirloom. We sit down with Michelle-Ying Teo, director of Maison Mugen, to explore how fingerprints are transformed into fine jewellery and reimagined as modern heirlooms. From intimate design processes to thoughtful craftsmanship, discover how each piece captures identity, emotion, and meaning. Tune in to hear how these timeless creations preserve memory, emotion, and personal history for generations to come! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On The Morning Drive today, France plans a social media ban for children under 15, and JJ Lin speaks out over smear campaigns after hard launching his relationship with influencer Annalisa. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.