The Morning Drive with The Flying Dutchman & Lavinia

What does it really mean to make an impact? Robert Kee has been named Singaporean of the Year for International Impact—not just for giving, but for truly showing up where it matters most. Through Operation Hope Foundation, he has spent years on the ground building homes, strengthening systems, and supporting communities across Cambodia and Nepal. Listen in now as we go beyond the award and uncover the heart behind the work. 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, Cotton On clarifies it is not exiting Asia, saying the liquidated entity was an inactive holding company. Meanwhile, a new study finds that 1 in 5 people in Singapore volunteered in 2025—with those who have stronger social ties more likely to give back. 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, scientists are exploring the idea of growing spare human bodies for organ harvesting and medical testing.. would you be okay with that? Plus, if we gave you a cone lined with chocolate (no ice cream allowed), what would you fill it with? We also speak to Robert Kee who was named Singaporean of the Year for International Impact, recognized for his work with Operation Hope Foundation—from building homes to supporting communities across Cambodia and Nepal! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Meal prep made simple! In Episode 3 of #PantryToPlate, Daren Teo, founder of The Pantry Boy, breaks down how to make cooking practical, delicious, and stress-free. From smart grocery planning to efficient meal prep (without spending hours in the kitchen), plus tips on storing food so it actually lasts—skip the overwhelm of endless saved recipes. Listen in now; These are real-life meal prep strategies that truly work. 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, Fitbit Singapore winds up as Google completes its takeover, while Cotton On Asia moves to close with liquidators appointed. Meanwhile, app stores may soon screen under-18 users in Singapore via Singpass and facial scans, and a new A*STAR study finds that engaging children during screen time can actually boost their social skills. 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, living skin on robots… cool or creepy? Plus, which decade would you go back to if you could? We also speak to Daren Teo, Founder of The Pantry Boy for Episode 3 of #PantryToPlate, where he shares practical, no-stress meal prep tips—from smarter grocery planning to making food last without spending hours in the kitchen! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spice, rice and everything nice. From Malaysian nasi kandar to South Indian mess-style dishes, Singapore's food scene just got a whole lot bolder. Hedy Khoo, Senior Food Correspondent at The Straits Times joins to tell the stories behind these authentic flavors. Tune in now to discover what makes them stand out. and find out if you can handle the heat! 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 trials self-test kiosks for motorcycle emissions, giving riders a new way to check their vehicles. Meanwhile, Malaysia will take action against foreign vehicle owners using subsidized Ron95 petrol from April 1. Plus, a case for protecting students’ ‘lepak time’ after school—is downtime just as important as productivity? 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, FD is back with a boot! What’s your Monday morning struggle? We also speak to Hedy Khoo, who dives into Singapore’s bold food scene—from Malaysian nasi kandar to South Indian mess-style dishes—sharing the stories behind the flavors and testing if you can handle the heat! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Football, confidence and community. Meet Daphne Sim, a youth participant in Saturday Night Lights—a football development programme by SportCares that empowers vulnerable youths by instilling positive values through sport. From player to leader, and from weekend training sessions to an overseas exchange in Laos, hear how the programme is shaping confidence, resilience, and meaningful connections.. one kick at a time! 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, why has there been a burning smell in Singapore even without haze? We break down what’s behind it and what it means for air quality. 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 bid farewell to Kyle and thank him for the past two weeks.. We also ask: did school really prepare us for real life? Plus, we speak to Daphne Sim from SportCares’ Saturday Night Lights programme, on how football is building confidence, resilience and a sense of community—on and off the pitch. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We always hear: “just exercise more.” But what if it’s not that simple? In Episode 10 of #IWishIKnew, Principal Therapist Liz Piper and Principal Physiotherapist Irene Chu dive into the realities of obesity and movement, and why it’s not just about discipline, but about capacity, support, and understanding your body. Listen in as we unpack common stigmas around weight and share practical, realistic steps that could change the way you move! 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, blue recycling bins in Tiong Bahru will be removed for nearly three months, raising questions about recycling habits and accessibility for residents. 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 Kyle not washing his spinach… or is sandy spinach actually a thing? Lavinia finally wins at The Bee Hoon Challenge!!!! Plus, we speak to Principal Therapist Liz Piper and Principal Physiotherapist Irene Chu from Lifeweavers Therapy for Episode 10 of #IWishIKnew as they unpack the realities of obesity, movement, and why it’s not just about discipline—but support, capacity, and understanding your body. 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 600-year-old seed discovered in a medieval French toilet reveals that the Pinot Noir grape has remained unchanged for centuries?? 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 operate or live with a chopstick stuck in your throat for 8 years? Do you ever listen to the voices in your head? Plus, should parents be posting their kids online so much? Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The impossible, made possible. Meet Saad Chinoy and Leong Chia Jang, co-founders of Salvage Garden, Southeast Asia’s first assistive tech makerspace. Through weekly co-creation sessions, they bring together persons with disabilities, caregivers, and makers to design affordable, open-source solutions, from 3D-printed grips to tactile games. Listen in to hear how curiosity, collaboration, and learning by doing is reshaping accessibility, one idea at a time. 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 and Singapore Civil Defence Force are seeking feedback from car owners, dealers and workshops on proposed green licence plates for electric vehicles—a move aimed at supporting Singapore’s push towards cleaner transport. 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 is what you should be smuggling out of Kenya..! Plus, what’s the most pointless question you’ve ever been asked? We also speak to Saad Chinoy and Leong Chia Jang from Salvage Garden, who are making the impossible possible—bringing together communities to co-create affordable, open-source assistive tech that’s reshaping accessibility, one idea at a time. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Some patients wait up to 15 years for a diagnosis—how is that still happening in 2026? Straits Times Health Correspondent Judith Tan dives into rare medical cases, uncovering the hidden challenges, missed red flags, and why getting answers isn’t always straightforward. Listen in now to find out when to trust your instincts over Google, and what could make all the difference in getting the right diagnosis. 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, otterly fearless otters faces off with a crocodile at Sungei Buloh Wetland Reserve in a wild encounter caught on camera! 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, eating ice cream twice a week might be linked to a lower risk of diabetes—too good to be true? We also ask: should outside food and drinks be allowed at eateries? Plus, we speak to Judith Tan from The Straits Times, who shares why some patients wait years for a diagnosis and what you can do to spot the red flags earlier. 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 doctor who started a clinic dedicated to people with intellectual disabilities is named ST Singaporean of the Year, recognized for championing inclusive and compassionate healthcare! 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 is how you tell someone they have a face that needs to be slapped! Plus, what do you think of a smelly durian cat and, what’s your spirit animal… make its sound! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stroke recovery isn’t always a straight line. But in Episode 9 of #IWishIKnew, Liz Piper from Lifeweavers Therapy shares how stroke survivors can continue to see functional improvement—and when it might be worth seeking a second opinion instead of taking one medical view at face value. Listen in now because there is hope (science-backed too)! 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 Chinese puppeteer and a traditional Indian dancer are among the first youth recipients recognized for preserving cultural heritage, highlighting a new generation keeping age-old art forms alive. 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 much do you love your childhood imaginary friend? Kyle goes through the Bee Hoon Challenge initiation. Plus, we speak to Liz Piper from Lifeweavers Therapy for Episode 9 of #IWishIKnew, as she explains why stroke recovery isn’t always linear, the signs of functional decline, and how rehab can help rebuild independence. 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, ComfortDelGro is set to raise taxi fares and introduce a new app fee as fuel costs surge amid the Iran conflict, with rising petrol prices already impacting drivers and operators across 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, we’ve got a new teammate… who’s surprisingly a lot like FD? Plus, it’s Awkward Moments Day—what’s your most embarrassing story? And we discover Lavinia might just have too much blind confidence! 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, about 36,000 teachers and allied educators under the Ministry of Education Singapore will receive pay raises of 2% to 9% from Oct 1. Meanwhile, revised plans for Singapore’s second CBD move forward with the release of a Jurong white site, and across the region, Asian millennials are starting to rethink the appeal of vacation clubs. 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, FD’s broken his ankle, Jules steps in to take the reins! We also unpack pregnancy and somehow end up body shaming whales? Plus, if you could have a secret passageway to anywhere, where would it lead? Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Choirs. Social singing clubs. Workplace sing-alongs—but are we really using our voices the right way? Join Modern Vocal Training’s Education Director, Ian Davidson, and Regional Mentor, Wendy Tan, as they share the professional techniques that keep your voice strong and healthy. From quick warm-ups to safe ways to project without strain, discover the secrets behind confident, sustainable singing. Listen in now and try some vocal exercises with us live in the studio! 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 exactly is disco foot? What’s a small win you’ve had this week? We also speak to Ian Davidson and Wendy Tan from Modern Vocal Training, who share professional tips to keep your voice strong and healthy—from warm-ups to projecting safely—and guide us through live vocal exercises in the studio! 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 exactly is disco foot? What’s a small win you’ve had this week? We also speak to Ian Davidson and Wendy Tan from Modern Vocal Training, who share professional tips to keep your voice strong and healthy—from warm-ups to projecting safely—and guide us through live vocal exercises in the studio! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One fall can change everything. In Episode 8 of #IWishIKnew, Liz Piper, Principal Therapist of Lifeweavers Therapy, breaks down the hidden warning signs behind falls—from small balance changes to the fear and loss of confidence that often follow. Listen in now to find out how rehab therapy can prevent falls, rebuild strength and mobility, and help people stay independent longer. 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 noise-monitoring “traffic light” system is being trialled at Clementi Community Centre to address residents’ noise concerns. Plus, Science Centre Singapore launches Dino Disco, kicking off a new series of after-hours programs! 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, scientists may have found a new way to test for early-onset Alzheimer’s disease in women. We also speak to Liz Piper from Lifeweavers Therapy in Episode 8 of I Wish I Knew, as she explains the hidden warning signs behind falls and how rehab therapy can help people stay independent longer. Plus, the Bee Hoon Challenge gets an upgrade..? 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, struggling with insomnia? We look at what actually works when you can’t fall asleep—or keep waking up through the night—and the habits experts say could help you rest better. 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 you could be an inanimate object, what would you be? Plus, what do you do when your taxi driver says “I’ve arrived” prematurely… just to trigger that late fee? Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ahoy! Adventure Bay is setting sail! We’re chatting with Matthew J. Ryan, staging director and choreographer of PAW Patrol Live! The Great Pirate Adventure. From translating the beloved animated series into a high-energy live production to crafting choreography, staging, and storytelling that keeps young audiences on the edge of their seats, Matthew shares what it takes to bring the PAW Patrol crew to life on stage. Tune in now and be part of the adventure! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Orchard Road wasn’t always about malls and luxury brands. In Episode 2 of #ThisIsWhereWeLive, heritage educator Yong, also known as The Urbanist, uncovers the surprising past of Singapore’s most famous street—from nutmeg plantations to railways and even a cemetery. Tune in now and discover the hidden history beneath the city’s most iconic shopping strip! 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 ground-up pilot will distribute 500 location trackers to help monitor and support people with special needs and dementia, aiming to enhance safety and peace of mind for families and caregivers! 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, any fellow pastafarians out there? We also speak to not one, but two guests: Yong, aka The Urbanist, on the hidden history of Orchard Road—from nutmeg plantations to railways—in Episode 2 of #ThisIsWhereWeLive; and Matthew J. Ryan, staging director of PAW Patrol Live! The Great Pirate Adventure, on bringing the animated heroes to life in a high-energy live production! 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 much alcohol is too much if you plan to drive? We also explore why it may be time to retire the touchscreen, and do we bid farewell to Singapore five-cent coin as it enters its twilight? 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, leash your kids or you might not see them for two decades! Plus, Jules reveals her emotional support animal is a camel—and her reason is not-safe-for-air.. Finally, which wedding traditions would you happily ditch? Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At 18, Shaik Nifael walked away from school to enter the ultimate classroom—the School of Life. He started by cleaning longkangs, and today, he runs a thriving $3M waste-management company. His journey is a powerful reminder that success isn't determined by your past or circumstances. Listen in now to hear his story, the invaluable lessons no classroom could teach, and what true resilience really looks like. 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 makes Lasting Power of Attorney applications permanently free for citizens, easing legal planning for families. Plus, Cold Storage will replace FairPrice at Esso stations.. wonder what they'll call it! 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, does persistence really pay off in the lottery? Plus, Jules takes on the infamous bee hoon challenge! We also speak to Shaik Nifael, who left school at 18 to start at the very bottom and now runs a $3M waste-management company—sharing lessons in resilience, real-world success, and the school of life. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Forgetfulness isn't always harmless. It could be the first sign of cognitive decline. Join Liz Piper, Principal Therapist at Lifeweavers Therapy, in episode 7 of #IWishIKnew as she uncovers the subtle red flags, the ways people unintentionally adapt, and what's really happening beneath the surface. Listen in now to discover how rehab therapy and lifestyle changes can empower individuals to stay proactive and protect their independence for as long as possible. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.