The Morning Drive with The Flying Dutchman & Lavinia

On The Morning Drive today, Deliveroo Singapore announces it will cease operations after March 4. Plus, a touching story of an employer supporting her domestic worker’s English lessons and diploma studies simply because "she's my best friend"! 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, this woman took her Bloody Mary a little too literally… Plus, show off your best tongue twister for Tongue Twister Day! We also speak to Liz Piper on Episode 6 of #IWishIKnew—she explains how a simple UTI can cause sudden confusion in older adults, often mistaken for dementia, and shares what rehab therapy looks like for mild versus severe cases. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Want to experience Italy like a local.. without the crowds? Discover hidden neighbourhoods, learn how to skip the queues at iconic spots like the Trevi Fountain, and uncover authentic eateries with the winners of the Travel Section of the Year award 2025—Clara Lock and Sarah Stanley from The Straits Times. They’re sharing their insider tips for exploring Rome and beyond! Whether you're planning a quick 48-hour getaway, a day trip from Rome, or simply love dreaming about wandering cobblestone streets, listen in now! 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, the Land Transport Authority crack down on illegally modified active mobility devices. Meanwhile, William Shatner, 94, is set to release a heavy metal album, and IKEA Singapore’s orang utan plushie sells out after baby monkey Punch goes viral! 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 grandma’s making headlines for allegedly using “hell money” she found around her estate to pay for groceries! Plus, how do you destress after a long day? And if you’re dreaming of Italy without the tourist crush, we speak to Clara Lock, Assistant Life Editor, and Sarah Stanley, Travel Correspondent from The Straits Times. From hidden neighbourhoods to skipping queues at the Trevi Fountain, they share insider tips on exploring Rome and beyond—whether it’s a quick 48-hour getaway or a slow wander through cobblestone streets. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two siblings. One legacy. From killer butterfly finishes to historic podium moments, Quah Ting Wen became the most decorated athlete in Southeast Asian Games history, while Quah Zheng Wen brought home gold once again for Singapore. But beyond the medals and records—what does it really take to carry a family name, a national flag, and your own expectations all at once? Listen in now as we go beyond the medals and into the mindset behind the legacy. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Magic in the flesh. No camera tricks. Matthew Pomeroy is a world-class magician, mind reader, and now one of the Four Horsemen in the Asia premiere of Now You See Me Live in Singapore! From mind-bending illusions to impossible predictions, this is the real deal—performed live on stage. Listen in as we dive into the mind behind the magic and experience a real show on-air! 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 first look at Exploria at Mandai Wildlife Reserve, a new 10,000sqm multimedia attraction opening in March 2026 that takes visitors through prehistoric and extreme natural worlds. Plus, Osaka receives a $4.5 million donation in gold to fix its ageing water system, and an opinion piece asks what Singapore might be like without its hyper-competitive culture. 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 climb a mountain just to graduate? We’re amazed by Matthew Pomeroy, a world-class magician and mind reader performing live as one of the Four Horsemen in Singapore. Plus, we chat with Quah Ting Wen and Quah Zheng Wen, two siblings carrying family legacy and national pride through historic SEA Games wins—beyond the medals, it’s all about mindset. 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 discuss the headlines on candied drugs to unconsented recordings.. Plus, tips on setting up a PSLE-friendly revision space at home. 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, Lavi started keeping score.. but let’s just say luck isn’t on her side. Trump’s latest plan: hospital ships to countries that already have free healthcare–we’re baffled too. Plus, we debate: how old is too old to hit nightclubs? 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, the US govt plans to set up online portal to bypass content bans in Europe and elsewhere in an attempt to counter censorship. 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 welcome Jilian back from a long long travel! Also, what is up with this taste tester and what holiday would you like to create for Singapore? Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beneath the surface of the city lies a different story. A river that once carried life, commerce, and secrets now runs quietly beneath streets and buildings. Its course still shapes the city—if you know where to look. Join heritage educator Yong the Urbanist for Episode 1 of #ThisIsWhereWeLive as he takes us through Stamford Canal. Listen in now to trace the hidden currents of Singapore’s past and the stories that shape the land we walk on every day! 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 moves to set up a national space agency, new space tech programmes are announced at Ngee Ann Poly, Google rolls out age-verification safeguards for under-18s, and can we get a Touch Grass Week too.. please? 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, flying cars might be arriving sooner than we thought. What’s your best memory of life? Plus, we speak to heritage educator Yong the Urbanist for Episode 1 of #ThisIsWhereWeLive as we trace the hidden path of Stamford Canal and uncover the stories flowing beneath Singapore’s streets! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Air fryer: kitchen essential or just really good marketing? From one-pot meals and tiny-batch bakes, to glass air fryers and modular designs, Straits Times Lifestyle correspondent Yamini Chinnuswamy, joins us to talk about why some people are absolutely obsessed with theirs... and why it might not work for everyone. Listen in if you've ever wondered whether an air fryer belongs in a Singapore kitchen, or if reheating goreng pisang is really its best talent! 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, ST Engineering’s AirFish is set to launch a Singapore route, and water activities at Sentosa are suspended after a crocodile sighting. 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 tiramisu fridge… for real. You guys are weird. What would you do if you bumped into your ex? Plus, we speak to Yamini Chinnuswamy on why air fryers inspire cult-level devotion—and whether they’re actually worth the hype! 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, Punggol self-driving vehicle’s collision was due to human intervention, and PM Wong will deliver the 2026 Budget statement on Feb 12 at 3.30pm! Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.