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:  @jiliansummers See 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:  @jiliansummers See omnystudio.com/listen...

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...

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:  @jiliansummers See omnystudio.com/listener f...

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 m...

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:  @jiliansummers See 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:  @jiliansummers See 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:  @jili...

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. Ch...

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 lea...

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 cruis...

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:  @jiliansummers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...

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, immers...

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  & ...

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...

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 br...

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:  @jiliansummers See omnystudio.com...

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  Faceb...

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 you...

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 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...

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—lif...

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:  @jiliansummers See 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...

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...