The Morning Drive with The Flying Dutchman & Lavinia

On The Morning Drive today, the Singapore Police Force will launch a new Cyber Command in July to tackle rising digital threats. Meanwhile, in Florida, questions are being raised over whether ChatGPT could ever be held legally responsible in a murder case. Check out our  Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg  &  @laviniatan Producer:&n...

On The Morning Drive today, we’ve got a roti atang to go with our roti john now. What’s a major boo boo you’ve made before? We also speak to Dr. Hanita Assudani from Alliance Counselling for the first episode of #StateofMind, as she unpacks perfectionism, burnout, and why bringing your “B-game” to life might actually be healthier than constantly chasing perfect....

On The Morning Drive today, Singapore seizes illegal pharmaceuticals in a major Interpol operation. Meanwhile in Japan, an AI robot monk is being used to answer sensitive human questions—blending spirituality with technology in unexpected ways. Check out our  Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg  &  @laviniatan Producer:  @...

On The Morning Drive today, this South Korean monk is… disturbing. What was your favorite toy growing up? Plus, would the secret to a woman’s happiness simply be not hearing men? Check out our  Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg  &  @laviniatan Producer:  @jiliansummers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor...

Is music really a universal language? Relive your favorite old-school hits—this time with unexpected twists—alongside musician Gabriel Hoe, the creative force behind the Open Keys public piano series and the recent 24-hour SMRT piano relay that set a new Singapore record.  No prep. Random songs. Any genre. Will he miss a note.. or create pure magic? Tune in now! Check out our&nbsp...

On The Morning Drive today, Desmond Lee says Primary 4 students have the “executive functioning skills” to begin using AI tools under supervision. Meanwhile, in South Korea, a judge linked to the Kim Keon Hee case has been found dead, sparking intense public speculation and discussion online. Check out our  Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @...

On The Morning Drive today, aren’t you glad you don’t work here? Plus, what’s the most useless thing you’ve ever bought? We also speak to Gabriel Hoe, the mind behind the Open Keys public piano series and Singapore’s record-setting 24-hour SMRT piano relay, as he takes on random songs, unexpected genres, and proves whether music really is a universal language! Ch...

Mom’s been cooking for you your whole life… now it’s your turn. Daren Teo is back with a special Mother’s Day edition—sharing what to cook, what not to mess up, and why food might just be the simplest way to say “thank you.” Tune in for recipes that are easy, doable, and genuinely impressive (yes, even if you’re not a kitchen pro). Now all that&rsqu...

On The Morning Drive today, China explores whether robo-cops could take over some traffic policing roles. Meanwhile in Singapore, a call is made for legislated fertility leave as a missing piece in boosting parenthood support. Check out our  Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg  &  @laviniatan Producer:  @jiliansummers See omnyst...

On The Morning Drive today, would you trust this cop? Plus, what animal would you want to be? We also speak to Daren Teo aka The Pantry Boy in a special Mother’s Day edition—sharing easy, doable recipes and practical tips to help you cook something genuinely impressive (even if you’re not exactly a kitchen pro). Check out our  Facebook for more!   Connect with us o...

The Civic District—but not the version you remember. Yong The Urbanist is back for Episode 4 of  #ThisIsWhereWeLive and we are uncovering the quiet stories behind Cavenagh Bridge, the many lives of The Fullerton Hotel Singapore, and the hidden histories surrounding Victoria Theatre & Concert Hall. Even the Raffles Statue? Not where you think it started. Tune in now for history you t...

On The Morning Drive today, Tower Transit trials a program to help older bus drivers transition into new roles. Meanwhile, Shaw Theatres refunds moviegoers after a technical glitch disrupts screenings. Check out our  Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg  &  @laviniatan Producer:  @jiliansummers See omnystudio.com/listener for pri...

On The Morning Drive today, Lavi’s now asking for a whole street?! Plus, what’s one thing from old-school Singapore you’d bring back? We speak to Yong for Episode 4 of #ThisIsWhereWeLive, uncovering hidden stories around the Civic District—from Cavenagh Bridge to the many lives of The Fullerton Hotel Singapore, and the secrets behind Victoria Theatre and Concert Hall&h...

The Devil Wears Prada is back, and so are the questions. We’re talking about its sequel, of course: power, representation, and whether it’s just nostalgia done right, or a film that says more about Hollywood now than it realizes. We also dive into Michael, the new biopic on Michael Jackson—how accurately it portrays his life, what it reveals about his character, and how public pe...

On The Morning Drive today, China is seeing AI transform its entertainment industry—from AI-generated actors and digital avatars to new creative tools reshaping how content is made, while also raising concerns over consent, jobs and authenticity. Check out our  Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg  &  @laviniatan Producer: ...

On The Morning Drive today, we already do so much but now women want this too?? Plus, is Singapore’s public transport actually expensive? We also speak to John Lui from The Straits Times about the return of The Devil Wears Prada—is it just nostalgia, or does it say something deeper about Hollywood today? Check out our  Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm...

Been putting off your check-up? This one’s for you. For Episode 15 of #IWishIKnew , Principal Therapist of Lifeweavers Therapy Liz Piper and founder of Advantage Medical Group Dr. Brendan Yap unpack what standard screenings miss—and more importantly, what to do with the results to actually change your health trajectory. Listen in now for what your check-up isn’t telling you. Chec...

On The Morning Drive today, PayNow will remove the nickname option for users, tightening identification in digital payments. Meanwhile, Sarawak plans to roll out a free tertiary education scheme—but will it work in the long run? Check out our  Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg  &  @laviniatan Producer:  @jiliansummers Se...

On The Morning Drive today, someone has claimed the sun?! Where do you do your best thinking? Plus, we speak to Liz Piper and Brendan Yap from Advantage Medical Group for Episode 15 of #IWishIKnew, as they unpack what standard health screenings might miss—and how to actually act on your results to change your health trajectory. Check out our  Facebook for more!   Connect with us on...

On The Morning Drive today, is the fear of switching to EVs in Singapore overblown? We break down the gap between perception and reality—from charging concerns to real-world costs and convenience. Check out our  Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg  &  @laviniatan Producer:  @jiliansummers See omnystudio.com/listener for pr...

On The Morning Drive today, parenting is not for the weak, truly.. Never challenge a Eurasian (especially when it’s FD). Plus, what annoys you most about Singaporeans? Check out our  Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg  &  @laviniatan Producer:  @jiliansummers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When was the last time you truly switched off? Wellness advocate and teacher Dawn Sim joins us to unpack sound baths, stress, and how something as simple as vibration can help your body reset. She’s also a mom of four—so we figured Lavi might pick up a tip or two. Listen in now! Check out our  Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg  ...

On The Morning Drive today, Changi Airport is set to debut new arts offerings from the second half of 2026, including live poetry and performances—turning travel into a more creative, cultural experience. Check out our  Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg  &  @laviniatan Producer:  @jiliansummers See omnystudio.com/listene...

On The Morning Drive today, what if you just couldn’t stop laughing? We also ask: what’s your greatest fear? Plus, we speak to Dawn Sim, who unpacks sound baths, stress, and how simple vibrations can help your body reset—all while balancing life as a mum of four (Lavi, take notes)! Check out our  Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913 &nb...

It's not the easiest or cheapest trip--but maybe that's the point. Palau might be one of the best dive destinations in the world, and Straits Times' Assistant Life Editor Clara Lock takes us beneath the surface, from surreal underwater encounters to the passport "visitor pledge" keepsake and its high value, low-impact approach to tourism. Tune in now to find out if Palau is actually worth the jour...