The Morning Drive with The Flying Dutchman & Lavinia

60 years on, and the songs still bring everyone together! The cast of Beatlemania On Tour joins us to talk about what it takes to step into the shoes of The Beatles—from capturing the music, accents and mannerisms of John, Paul, George and Ringo, to why their legacy continues to resonate across generations. Plus, don’t miss an exclusive live performance in 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, we break down why mosquitoes seem to target certain people more than others—from body heat to the scents your body gives off (no, it's not because of your blood type!) 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 some people get bitten by mosquitoes more than others 🦟 Plus, what’s one habit you wish you started in your 20s? We also speak to the cast of Beatlemania On Tour on what it takes to become The Beatles—from mastering the music and mannerisms of John, Paul, George and Ringo, to why their legacy still connects generations 60 years on. Plus, don’t miss an exclusive live performance in 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, one forum writer shares the harsh realities of dating in Singapore after going on just three dates in three years since returning home. Meanwhile, Tekka.sg is helping bring Indian businesses in Singapore online, giving traditional merchants a stronger digital presence. 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, let’s talk about “old people smell”.. Do you eat your leftover pizza cold or hot? Plus, just how committed are you to your job (no names will be revealed!) Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is it okay to bring our “B-game” to life? We’re told to give 100% at work, in school, in life.. But what if constantly chasing “the best” is burning us out? In the first episode of #StateofMind, Dr. Hanita Assudani, Clinical Psychologist at Alliance Counselling, breaks down perfectionism, burnout, and why “good enough” can sometimes be healthier than perfect. If resting makes you feel guilty, this one’s 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, 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: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. 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 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: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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’s left? Try not to burn down the kitchen. 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, 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: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 thought you knew, told in a completely different way! 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, 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: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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… even the Raffles Statue has a past you didn’t expect! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 perception of him became so complicated over time. All this with Senior Film Correspondent John Lui from The Straits Times. Listen in now! 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, 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: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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. 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, 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: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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: @jiliansummersSee 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 & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 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, Tokyo urges workers to ditch formal wear for T-shirts and shorts to beat the heat and cut energy use. Meanwhile, rice farmers in Thailand and Vietnam may stop planting as rising costs and export disruptions linked to the Iran conflict hit their livelihoods. 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, no more rice too?! What’s something you still do that feels ancient now? Plus, we speak to Clara Lock from The Straits Times about diving in Palau—from surreal underwater encounters to its unique visitor pledge, and whether this high-value, low-impact destination is actually worth the journey! Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Escargot or escar-NO? From fine dining delicacy to cutting-edge skincare, snails are getting a serious glow-up. Founder of WholeSnail and proudly known as the “Mother of Snails,” Stephanie Kudus is on a mission to change the way we see (and use) this often misunderstood ingredient—bringing it from escargot plates to high-quality, cosmeceutical-grade snail slime, all with a focus on local, sustainable production. But can snails really win over Singaporean hearts (and taste buds)? And what does it take to build a sustainable snail industry right here at home? Tune in now as we chat about breaking food taboos, the future of alternative farming, and whether Singapore is truly ready to embrace the snail revolution. 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, NTUC FairPrice will roll out over 1,300 smart trolleys by end-2026 to enhance the shopping experience. Meanwhile, extras are being cast in Singapore for a new K-drama starring Ju Ji-hoon and Lee Jun-ho, and in China, warnings of rising condom prices have gone viral, sparking stockpiling concerns. 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, condom prices might be going up! What’s that one dish your mum makes that instantly feels like home? We also speak to Stephanie Kudus, the Mother of Snails behind WholeSnails, on transforming snails from escargot to skincare—and whether Singapore is ready for a full-on snail revolution. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We talk about surviving cancer. But what happens after? In Episode 14 of #IWishIKnew, Lifeweavers' Principal Therapist Liz Piper and holistic therapies advocate & yoga teacher Jill Alphonso open up about the realities people don’t often see—from building your care team and navigating family pressures, to rehab and learning how to live again. Jill also shares what it truly meant to survive cancer, including the powerful decision to show her mastectomy scars. Tune in now. 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, Japan will ban the use of portable chargers on flights from April 24. Back home, the revamped Malay Heritage Centre invites visitors to reflect on the legacies they’ll leave behind. Plus, Moulin Rouge! The Musical is set to hit Singapore in February 2027. 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 China has strict rules around public behavior and dress codes—guys, take note! Plus, is there a smell that instantly reminds you of someone? We also speak to Liz Piper and Jill Alphonso for Episode 14 of #IWishIKnew, as they talk about life after cancer—from rebuilding support systems and navigating family dynamics to learning how to live fully again after survival. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if your clothes were meant to have more than one life? Raye Padit, founder of The Fashion Pulpit, is the force behind Singapore’s first Circular Fashion Week, reimagining how we value what we wear—and questioning the habits that keep us stuck in a cycle of overconsumption. From clothing swaps and upcycling to more mindful ways of buying, wearing, and letting go, we're reshaping our relationship with our wardrobes and recognising the true cost behind every piece we own. Tune in now to discover practical, real ways you can extend the life of your clothes, beyond just donating them! 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 carmaker patents a voice-activated in-car toilet—yes, you heard that right. Meanwhile, National University of Singapore unveils a new building offering on-campus accommodation for overseas visitors. 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, frolic with cows more! What’s something that instantly makes you feel good? Plus, we speak to Raye Padit from The Fashion Pulpit, on giving clothes a second life—from swaps to upcycling—and how we can break out of fast fashion habits for good. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

She walked away from a “perfect” medical career to fix a gap we’d ignored. Dr Chen Shiling, Singaporean of the Year and founder of Happee Hearts Movement, left the conventional path to build Singapore’s first clinic dedicated to adults with intellectual disabilities—putting dignity and access at the centre of care. From rethinking care to redefining success, this is a conversation about doing things differently, for the people who need it most. 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, TikTok removes underage accounts following pressure from Indonesia. Closer to home, two iconic satellite dish antennas along the Bukit Timah Expressway are being dismantled—marking the end of a familiar sight which FD takes personal offense to. 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 FD’s “monuments”. What would your WWE theme song be? Plus, we speak to Chen Shiling, founder of Happee Hearts Movement, on why she left a “perfect” medical career to build Singapore’s first clinic for adults with intellectual disabilities—and what it really means to do work that matters. Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We count on them… but who’s taking care of them? Episode 13 of #IWishIKnew dives into the real cost of caregiving. Principal Therapist Liz Piper and Senior Occupational Therapist Nurul Fatin break down the physical strain, emotional toll, and warning signs we often ignore. Real talk. Practical tips. Because you can’t pour from an empty cup. Tune in now with Lifeweavers Therapy. 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 debate heats up over personal grooming on Singapore’s public transport—what’s acceptable and what crosses the line? Meanwhile, the Ministry of Education Singapore will standardize disciplinary measures across schools by 2027, including detention, suspension and caning to tackle bullying more consistently. 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 would steal?! We also ask: should corporal punishment make a comeback for kids? Plus, for Episode 13 of #IWishIKnew, we speak to Liz Piper and Nurul Fatin from Lifeweavers Therapy as they unpack the real cost of caregiving—from physical strain to emotional burnout, and the warning signs we often overlook. 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, studies show that 1 in 5 workers in Singapore are overqualified for their jobs—but most are there by choice. Meanwhile, in Buenos Aires, the childhood home of football legend Diego Maradona has been transformed into a soup kitchen to help feed the community. 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 let AI clone your loved one… or even your employee? Plus, here’s what you should be doing to stop ants from invading your home, and we ask: what song always reminds you of your children?  Check out our Facebook for more!   Connect with us on Instagram: @onefm913   @thefdsg & @laviniatan Producer: @jiliansummersSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.