The Morning Drive with The Flying Dutchman & Lavinia

On The Morning Drive today, here are the New Year’s Eve road closures and enhanced security measures you should know about before heading out! 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 promise—we didn’t just swear on-air.. Also, how are you preparing for the new year? Plus, this is one thing you should ban if you want to prevent employee burnout. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your favourite eatery might not survive the next year. ST’s Best of 2025 F&B list reveals a food scene under pressure—shaped by reinvention, rising costs, and quiet exits. Diners are changing, prices are climbing, and restaurants are adapting… or disappearing. So what’s actually working in 2025? And what should we expect in 2026?  Listen in now as we break it all down with Eunice Quek, ST’s FoodOnline Editor. 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 former millionaires’ club and a bookshop look to become new homes for art-house films, and commuters weigh in as fewer seats appear on new electric buses with three doors. 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 your tip of the day for surviving the zombie apocalypse! Also would you want to be rescued by nudists? And we speak to Eunice Quek on why your favourite eatery might not survive the next year, what’s really working in Singapore’s F&B scene in 2025, and what diners and restaurateurs should brace for 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, a Singaporean man without a degree retires at 37, plus China police crack down on errant private cinemas over alleged sex services! 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 why you should monetize your hobbies, the Bee Hoon Challenge gets dangerous, and what would you do if you had the chance to escape? Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Condo to landed: dream move or financial minefield? Join us for Episode 5 of #RealTalkRealEstate with Ismail Gafoor, Executive Chairman of PropNex, as we break down what buyers really need to know: costs, financing, resale planning, and hidden pitfalls. Planning to make the leap? Tune in now! Freehold vs 99-year, types of landed homes, and the role of generational wealth--we cover it all. 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 celebrate Singapore’s hawker culture with the launch of a new book, while also discussing the darker side of intense PSLE preparation, which can apparently cause lasting psychological effects on our children?? 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, should we do away with the PSLE? What are the most satisfying sounds? Plus, it’s Episode 5 of #RealTalkRealEstate with Ismail Gafoor, where we explore whether moving from a condo to landed property is a dream upgrade or a financial minefield. From costs and financing to resale planning and hidden pitfalls, we cover everything you need to know before taking the leap! 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 unpack a sobering MSF report revealing that about one in six ComLink+ families are facing family violence challenges. We also look across the Causeway, where Malaysia plans to bring social media giants under national laws from 2026 and is targeting a full vape ban by mid-2026. On a brighter note, we celebrate a major sporting win as Singapore’s Max Maeder cruises to kitefoiling gold at the SEA Games 2025 in his debut appearance. 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 getting brutally honest. What are your biggest regrets of 2025 so far, who actually farts the most, and why FD might just be the worst texter you know! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You’ve played PAC-MAN, now step into it! Johnny Zhan, COO of Apex Infinite, joins us to share why PAC-MAN still captivates fans after 40 years.. and what to expect from Singapore’s first-ever PAC-MAN Carnival. From retro gameplay and immersive experiences to year-end shows and a life-sized PAC-MAN, listen in to get a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to create large-scale, immersive IP events! 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, Changi Airport is opening sign-ups for a free public exhibition that will give Singaporeans a rare behind-the-scenes look at Terminal 5! We also unpack news from South Korea, where K-pop star Psy is being investigated for alleged illegal prescriptions. 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, stop killing ants—you might actually be making the problem worse. We also ask: what’s one small business you wish would open in your neighbourhood? Plus, we speak to Johnny Zhan, COO of Apex Infinite, about why PAC-MAN still has us hooked after 40 years, and what you can expect from Singapore’s very first PAC-MAN Carnival! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Travel for the food, stay for the… stomach issues? We chat with The Straits Times travel journalist Sarah Stanley to find out how common traveller’s diarrhoea really is, the food mistakes we keep making, and how to know when to tough it out—or when to see a doctor. Listen in as we debunk food risks and sanitiser myths, plus reveal the one must-pack item every traveller should bring! 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 look at how parents can support their children during the final stretch of PSLE revision, and how the Ministry of Manpower is enhancing healthcare access for migrant workers 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, did you know this actually glows under black light? We also ask you about that what is one thing you really want to do in 2026? Plus, we speak to Straits Times travel journalist Sarah Stanley about traveller’s diarrhoea: how common it really is, the food mistakes travellers keep making, when to tough it out, and when to see a doctor! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Big feelings can overwhelm kids—and leave parents feeling lost too. “Why is my child reacting this way?” Dr. Natasha Riard, Clinical Psychologist and Senior Lecturer, and Head of the Clinical Psychology Master Programme at SUSS, joins us to unpack what children are really trying to express through their emotions. Listen in now to learn practical and reassuring ways to support your child, inspired by her new children’s book My Emotions. Discover how to turn emotional chaos into connection and create a safe space for your little ones to open up. 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, fake restaurant websites are popping up and stealing diners’ credit card details — here’s what to look out for before you click. Plus, ComfortDelGro is set to roll out self-driving shuttle trials in Punggol from 2026. We unpack the scams, the tech, and what this means for your everyday life. 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 find out why wasabi makes you a total snot-face, and we ask you which household chore you actually love doing. We also speak to Dr. Natasha Riard, who breaks down what children are really trying to say through their big feelings and how parents can turn emotional chaos into connection. Inspired by her new children’s book My Emotions, she shares simple, calming ways to help kids open up and feel safe! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Thinking of upgrading from one condo to another? It’s not as simple as it looks—and the risks are bigger than most people realize. Episode 4 of #RealTalkRealEstate with Ismail Gafoor, Executive Chairman of PropNex, takes a deep dive into the real considerations behind a condo-to-condo move. From whether to choose resale for practicality, to understanding your true motivations—lifestyle or investment—we unpack what a strategic upgrade should actually look like. Listen in now to learn how such a move fits into long-term wealth and retirement planning, when to start selling and how cooling measures like ABSD and TDSR have reshaped the entire upgrading journey! 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 ever thought about giving old sports equipment a second life? Also, Diwali officially earns its place on UNESCO’s heritage list! 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 do you do when someone makes you skittish? And what’s the one household chore you absolutely cannot stand? We also speak to Ismail Gafoor, Executive Chairman of PropNex, on the real risks behind upgrading from one condo to another—and why the numbers, the timing, and even your motivations matter more than you think! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

GET RICH QUICK!!! .. Really? Episode 10 of #FinancialLiteracy1onONE with finance expert Matthew Nixon dives deep into one of the biggest myths in personal finance—Is investing just gambling? In this eye-opening interview, Matthew breaks down how investing is truly different, why managing risk is crucial, and how you can start building wealth the smart way. If you’re ready to get serious about your finances and stop relying on luck, this episode is for 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, youth mental health saw a boost when schools reopened during the pandemic—new findings reveal why. Italy is pushing for its rich culinary heritage to earn a UNESCO nod, and over in the Premier League, Jesus is coming back to play football??? 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, bet you didn’t know Singapore once held a world record for this! Also shout out your favourite breakfast spot! And we wrap up our final episode of Financial Literacy 1-on-ONE with Matthew Nixon: how to get rich quick… or at least, quicker. 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 National Gallery Singapore becomes Asia’s first Healing Arts Centre of Excellence, using art to support mental and emotional well-being. Meanwhile, a new survey shows residents’ satisfaction dipping in 13 out of 17 aspects of HDB living—from cleanliness to noise to privacy — sparking questions about what’s changing in our neighbourhoods. 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’s one dish you wish you knew how to cook? And is success measured by money, happiness, purpose.. or something else? Plus, we reveal the Top 10 Most Annoying Songs you should definitely avoid at your Christmas party! 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, researchers at NUS are fine-tuning carob as a healthier, chocolate-alternative treat. Meanwhile, China’s ChemLex has just launched an AI-powered drug-discovery lab run entirely by robots right here in Singapore! And for Punggol Shore residents, new vending machines are making food and daily essentials just a walk away. 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 uncover a hack that might just make you stop paying for petrol forever! We also dive into nostalgia—what’s your favourite childhood snack? And finally, we think that storms should be renamed! 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, apparently… you can pop a mosquito?! We’re also asking: what’s your dream job—and would you take a pay cut to chase it? Plus, the Beehoon Challenge is back! Will Lavinia finally get her Beehoon??? 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, apparently… you can pop a mosquito?! We’re also asking: what’s your dream job—and would you take a pay cut to chase it? Plus, the Beehoon Challenge is back! Will Lavinia finally get her Beehoon??? Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Singapore’s recovery system has a silent problem: once you leave the hospital, you’re largely on your own. Lifeweavers says that needs to change—now. We’re talking to founders Norman & Elizabeth about the real story behind Occupational Therapy, why multidisciplinary rehab can make or break a patient’s future, and the gaps most Singaporeans don’t see until it’s too late. Plus, their bold new PSA campaign “I Wish I Knew” is calling out what everyone should understand before a medical setback hits. Listen in now for a fast, unfiltered look at rehab, recovery, and the truth about getting your life 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, South Korean police reveal a massive privacy breach that shook the country. 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, Qatar is not in Africa, guys.. please ah! Also, what’s one thing you wish you could ask your grandparents? And… do you ever wish you knew more when you or your loved one came out of the hospital? We speak to the founders of Lifeweavers, Norman & Elizabeth, about Singapore’s silent recovery problem, and how rehab can make or break a patient’s future! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Not sure who to trust with your money? In Episode 9 of #FinancialLiteracy1onONE, Matthew Nixon breaks down how to choose the right financial advisor, the biggest red flags to avoid, and the smartest ways to protect your money in today’s fast-changing economy. If you want to build wealth, avoid scams, and make smarter financial decisions—this episode is a must-watch. Listen in now for expert insights, practical tips, and simple steps to secure your financial future! 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 teenager in Australia is challenging the national social media ban!And a new study finds that getting a smartphone before age 12 may pose serious health risks for children?? 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, some people are just not what they seem… Plus, what’s the best modern-day convenience you can’t live without? And join us for Episode 9 of #FinancialLiteracy1onONE with Matthew Nixon. Matthew breaks down how to choose the right financial advisor, the red flags to watch for, and how to protect your money in today’s fast-changing economy! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How far would you go in search of happiness—Singapore to the Arctic? We sit down with Suriati Supani, CEO of Norway-based travel agency Scandiplanet and an inspiring international speaker, to explore happiness, resilience, and what it truly means to reinvent your life on the other side of the world! 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 Oxford Word of the Year for 2025 is not even a word!! Also, Malaysia’s PM Anwar just launched Perodua’s first electric vehicle at $25k, but you have to buy your own battery?? 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 fell from the sky? Also, are you rich, and in what way? And… how far would you go in search of happiness, from Singapore all the way to the Arctic? Find out as we sit down with Suriati Supani, CEO of Norway-based travel agency Scandiplanet! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From cheese caves to chasing sheep?! Dive into the unexpected story behind The Cheese Ark’s closing—and the remarkable woman whose passion reshaped Singapore’s artisanal food scene. We sit down with Hsueh Yun, Senior Food Correspondent from The Straits Times, to uncover how one tiny shop grew into a vibrant community of cheese lovers, why its founder is stepping away, and the surprising new adventure she’s embarking on. Listen in for a story about craftsmanship, resilience, and what it means to build something meaningful, one cheese 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, new rules are coming for smartphone use in secondary schools, and IMH is studying a modified PTSD treatment that could help stop mild depression from becoming more severe?! 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 love amusement parks, you might not be able to get into this one.. We’re also joined by Music Director, Don Richmond, and Senior Manager of NLB's Content & Creative Team, Liana Gurung, for a special SG60 Heart & Soul Experience conversation. Plus, we throw the Bee Hoon Challenge to you! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Home is more than a place, it’s the stories we share. For SG60’s Heart & Soul Experience, we sit down with veteran Singaporean Composer and Music Director, Don Richmond, as well as Senior Manager of the Content & Creative Team at NLB, Liana Gurung, for an intimate conversation about the melodies, moments, and lived experiences that bring Singapore’s story to life. Listen in now as they share the inspirations behind their creative journeys, the heartfelt encounters that shaped their work, and what it truly means to capture the nation’s spirit—one story, one song, one heartbeat 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, a new survey shows that 1 in 3 pre-school educators in Singapore has no formal training to handle child abuse cases. We also discuss why many singles prefer buying their own home instead of renting, and the surprising study that says kopi, kaya and our hawker centres may actually help us live 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, if you love amusement parks, you might not be able to get into this one.. We’re also joined by Music Director, Don Richmond, and Senior Manager of NLB's Content & Creative Team, Liana Gurung, for a special SG60 Heart & Soul Experience conversation. Plus, we throw the Bee Hoon Challenge to you! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

HDB to Condo—Is It the Right Move in Today’s Market? Thinking of upgrading? Prices, timelines, CPF refunds, bridging loans… it’s a journey. In Episode 3 of #RealTalkRealEstate with Ismail Gafoor, we break down what really drives HDB upgraders, whether the current market makes sense for a move, and the pitfalls to avoid before selling your flat. Tune in now as we unpack the motivations, the maths, and the mindset behind upgrading—so you know if it’s a lifestyle step-up, a savvy investment… or a potential financial strain! 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, new polls reveal that Singapore workers want free lunches, flexible work options, and subsidized commutes if they’re expected back in the office. We also look at how Singapore topped the global talent competitiveness index once again!! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.