The Morning Drive with The Flying Dutchman & Lavinia

On The Morning Drive today, we’re talking all things family and future—from 7 smart questions to help your kids pick a secondary school, to a mother who adopted her own daughter to protect her rights, to students diving into the working world right after exams. And in case you missed it, the Word of the Year says more than you think! Check out our  Facebook  for more!  ...

On The Morning Drive today, we’re mapping out hidden heritage trails you can explore across Singapore this school holiday season (perfect for families or anyone craving a local adventure). We’re also asking: if you could upgrade yourself to Version 2.1, what feature would you add? Plus, is the new Coach Restaurant in Singapore just another brand gimmick or actually worth the hype (and...

On The Morning Drive today, The New Paper is merging with Stomp, the LTA is lowering step and seat heights on new electric buses, and on the tech front, experts are warning that our growing reliance on AI might make us "subcognitive". Check out our Facebook  for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg  &  @laviniatan Producer:  @jiliansummers Se...

On The Morning Drive today, it’s spooky season! What’s your most memorable Halloween experience? Did you ever have a costume disaster, or maybe you nailed the perfect look? Tell us your Halloween stories, or share what you’re dressing up as this year! Check out our Facebook  for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg  &  @laviniata...

On The Morning Drive today, we’re giving you more plans for family fun (do you know where is Singapore’s first-ever marine park?)! Plus, we’re diving into spooky season—what is the real origin of Halloween and tell us your best Halloween memories! Check out our Facebook  for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg  &  @lavinia...

Think it's too late to chase your dream? Think again. Meet Timothy Ng, the Singapore Ballet soloist who started at 6, studied engineering, and then made the leap to dance full-time! Listen in to his inspiring story that proves with passion and perseverance, it’s never too late to rewrite your life and chase what moves you. Check out our Facebook  for more!   Connect with us on Inst...

On The Morning Drive today, we’re taking off with the quiet supersonic X-59 jet that just completed its first test flight over the California desert—could this be the future of air travel? Plus, we’re bringing it back home with a peek at the Singapore Biennale 2025: a must-see showcase of art transforming the Civic District into an open-air museum of creativity and conversation!...

On The Morning Drive today, we’re asking the ultimate foodie question: what’s the greatest dish in the world, according to you? 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, would you eat a booger if it was actually yummy? Also, what’s the greatest dish in the world—according to you ? And we chat with Singapore Ballet soloist Timothy Ng, who proves it’s never too late to follow your passion. From engineering to the stage, he shares how courage, grit, and grace helped him chase what truly moves him! Check out our Facebook &...

Your golden years could last 30 years… but will your savings? Singaporeans are living longer than ever—but “retirement” isn’t what it used to be. On Episode 4 of  #FinancialLiteracy1onONE , Money Matt (aka Matthew Nixon) spills the secrets to stretching every dollar; What to do if your housing blew your budget, how to plan for rising healthcare costs, and how to...

On The Morning Drive today, more buses to carry AEDs, simple hacks for a longer life, and parents chill out! Your stress might be rubbing off on your kids. 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, how long did it take for you to get comfortable with your partner—like fart-in-their-face comfortable? 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, could you use an AED if there was an emergency? Also, how long did it take for you to get comfortable with your partner? Plus, it’s Episode 4 of #FinancialLiteracy1onONE! “Money Matt” Matthew Nixon reveals how to make your savings last through your golden years; From tackling healthcare costs to surviving inflation without working till you’r...

Raising Resilience: How a 5-Year-Old Reached Everest Base Camp How do you raise a child to dream big, stay grounded, and embrace life’s toughest challenges? For Mr. Zikri and Mrs. War War, the journey to Everest Base Camp with their five-year-old son, Abyan, was more than a physical adventure—it was a lesson in patience, empathy, and the power of belief. Listen in as they open up about...

On The Morning Drive today, a new 185-room hotel will open on NUS’ Kent Ridge campus in 2026?? Over at home, one Singaporean family has turned spring cleaning into a life lesson in saving. Could decluttering be the secret to better financial habits? Check out our Facebook  for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg  &  @laviniatan Producer:&nb...

On The Morning Drive today, Lavinia and Jilian discuss a local theatre production they caught over the weekend that left them reflecting—what would you say to your younger self? Would you give advice, comfort, or warn them about the four kids you're gonna have? Check out our Facebook  for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg  &  @laviniatan...

On The Morning Drive today, let’s go back to our roots! Apparently, Gen Zs have found something  new that’s revolutionizing their whole experience of life—and we’re not sure if we should be impressed or concerned. Plus, we speak to Mr. Zikri and Mrs. War War, the brave parents of the youngest boy to ever trek to Everest Base Camp, on how they nurtured patience, empathy...

On The Morning Drive today, are you a branded person? (and we’re not just talking luxury, but your KDK fans, Mama Lemon, and every Singaporean man’s go-to clothing shop!) Check out our Facebook  for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg  &  @laviniatan Producer:  @jiliansummers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bottoms up! Could this be Asia’s next cocktail hotspot? Join Straits Times' Assistant Life Editor, Clara Lock as she sips her way through the capital’s trendiest bars—think sambal Bloody Marys, Assam Laksa cocktails, and sorbet floats. Listen in now to get inspired for your next long weekend getaway! Check out our Facebook  for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @one...

On The Morning Drive today, Singapore’s shifting habits—from free-range meat and easier news access for seniors, to second-gen insurance agents carving their own path! 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, are you a branded person? Also, no more stepping foot in the gym with this science-backed hack??? We then chat with Straits Times’ Assistant Life Editor Clara Lock, who takes us bar-hopping through Jakarta’s coolest cocktail spots. Think sambal Bloody Marys, Assam Laksa cocktails, and sorbet floats—your next long weekend getaway might just be less...

What’s your shade of 2026? Step into Rhythm of Blues™—AkzoNobel’s color story for the year ahead, crafted to bring calm, creativity, and connection into everyday spaces. Join Heleen van Gent, AkzoNobel’s Creative Director, as she explores how shades of blue can influence mood, inspire design, and transform the way we live! From soft, serene tones to deep, expressive h...

On The Morning Drive today, Singapore launches Jobs Nearby @ CDC to match locals with nearby work, support flexible hours, and boost volunteerism across districts. 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, are Gen Zs losing the art of conversation without AI? We also explore hidden gems for your eyes and discover your shade of 2026 with AkzoNobel’s Rhythm of Blues™, where color meets calm, creativity, and connection. Check out our Facebook  for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg  &  @laviniatan Producer:&nbs...

What if your signature scent could rewrite your emotions? We’re chatting with Zechariah Ng, founder of Lulu Tabitha—Singapore’s first alcohol-free essential oil perfume brand. Discover the science behind how scent influences memory and emotion, why fragrances can feel different for men and women, and what truly makes a perfume you. Whether you’re a scent connoisseur or simp...