Saturday Mornings host Glenn van Zutphen and co-host, award-winning author Neil Humphreys speak to Eric Olander, Editor in Chief of The China-Global South Project about his belief that the most dangerous military and political flashpoints in the region is the South China Sea. He also talks about the current thinking about why China will likely not invade Taiwan, and how the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) is evolving with a new, greener mandate and execution. 

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Saturday Mornings host Glenn van Zutphen and co-host, award-winning author Neil Humphreys speak to Eric Olander, Editor in Chief of The China-Global South Project about his belief that the most dangerous military and political flashpoints in the region is the South China Sea. He also talks about the current thinking about why China will likely not invade Taiwan, and how the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) is evolving with a new, greener mandate and execution. 
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Start your weekend right with Saturday Mornings for sharp commentary on the stories that matter — without losing the lighter side of the weekend. Informative, conversational, and always relevant — Saturday Mornings with Glenn van Zutphen, only on MONEY FM 89.3.

Start your weekend right with Saturday Mornings for sharp commentary on the stories that matter &mdash; without losing the lighter side of the weekend. Informative, conversational, and always relevant &mdash; Saturday Mornings with Glenn van Zutphen, only on MONEY FM 89.3.

Saturday Mornings with Glenn van Zutphen

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In the lighter hours, listen to discussions on social issues and features on topics that include health, education, arts and music.

MONEY FM 89.3 is Singapore&rsquo;s first and only Business and Personal Finance station. MONEY FM is a 24-hour English talk format station featuring local and international business and financial news. We provide you with financial market and currency updates and insights from analysts, economists, policy makers, industry experts and business owners.
In the lighter hours, listen to discussions on social issues and features on topics that include health, education, arts and music.

MONEY FM 89.3 is Singapore’s first and only Business and Personal Finance station.

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Start your weekend right with Glenn van Zutphen and an interesting mix of guests. Weekly news commentary with international journalists, and tidbits on Singapore's most interesting places with award-winning author Neil Humphreys.

Saturday Mornings: Eric Olander's "China-Global South Project" and China's impact across the region from Belt & Road to Taiwan

Future Earth, Climate Content Consultant and Reporter Rachel Kelly joins Saturday Mornings Show host Glenn van Zutphen to unpack four major environmental stories unfolding across the Middle East stories that reveal how climate, biodiversity, and geopolitics are increasingly intertwined.

We begin with two leaking oil tankers - one off Oman and the other off of Iran and the potential for ecological disaster. With clean up efforts underway, Rachel breaks down the environmental and economic stakes. 

UAE’s push to protect biodiversity, including new conservation initiatives and the landmark recognition of Wadi Wurayah as the country’s first UNESCO‑listed natural heritage site a milestone for regional conservation.

Then in the Persian Gulf, where thousands of stranded vessels may be unintentionally spreading invasive marine species worldwide. Rachel explains how global shipping disruptions create ecological risks that scientists are only beginning to understand.

Future Earth, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-kelly-51489715/">Climate Content Consultant and Reporter Rachel Kelly</a> joins <a href="https://www.moneyfm893.sg/shows/glenn-van-zutphen-on-saturday-mornings/">Saturday Mornings Show&nbsp;</a><a href="https://WWW.VANMEDIAGROUP.COM">host Glenn van Zutphen </a>to unpack four major environmental stories unfolding across the Middle East stories that reveal how climate, biodiversity, and geopolitics are increasingly intertwined.
We begin with two leaking oil tankers - one&nbsp;off Oman and the other off of Iran and the potential for ecological disaster. With clean up efforts underway, Rachel breaks down the environmental and economic stakes. 
UAE&rsquo;s push to protect biodiversity, including new conservation initiatives and the landmark recognition of Wadi Wurayah as the country&rsquo;s first UNESCO‑listed natural heritage site a milestone for regional conservation.
Then in the Persian Gulf, where thousands of stranded vessels may be unintentionally spreading invasive marine species worldwide. Rachel explains how global shipping disruptions create ecological risks that scientists are only beginning to understand.

Saturday Mornings: Oil Spills, Invasive Species ,and the UAE’s New Natural Heritage

On Leaders in Action, Saturday Mornings Show host Glenn van Zutphenexplores one of the most counterintuitive leadership ideas of the decade: walking away is not failure... it’s strategy. Author Sally J. Clarke joins us to discuss her new book Walk Away: Step Out to Step Up, a collection of 16 candid stories from high‑achieving women who left roles that no longer aligned with their values, identity, or ambition.

Sally explains why staying too long in the wrong job carries a real cost to health, career capital, and momentum. 

She challenges the “Lean In” narrative, arguing that clarity, not endurance, is what builds meaningful careers. We explore the signals people miss when they’ve outgrown a role, how to plan a thoughtful exit, and why Singapore’s high‑performance culture makes these conversations especially urgent.

We also dive into her own story — the moment she stepped away, the risks she weighed, and how mentors shaped her decisions. Sally frames walking away as a skill anyone can cultivate, one that leads not to collapse but reinvention.

On Leaders in Action, <a href="https://www.moneyfm893.sg/shows/glenn-van-zutphen-on-saturday-mornings/">Saturday Mornings Show&nbsp;</a><a href="https://WWW.VANMEDIAGROUP.COM">host Glenn van Zutphen</a> explores one of the most counterintuitive leadership ideas of the decade: walking away is not failure... it&rsquo;s strategy. <a href="https://sjclarkeauthor.com/">Author Sally J. Clarke&nbsp;</a>joins us to discuss her new book <a href="https://www.walk-away.com/">Walk Away: Step Out to Step Up</a>, a collection of 16 candid stories from high‑achieving women who left roles that no longer aligned with their values, identity, or ambition.
Sally explains why staying too long in the wrong job carries a real cost to health, career capital, and momentum. 
She challenges the &ldquo;Lean In&rdquo; narrative, arguing that clarity, not endurance, is what builds meaningful careers. We explore the signals people miss when they&rsquo;ve outgrown a role, how to plan a thoughtful exit, and why Singapore&rsquo;s high‑performance culture makes these conversations especially urgent.
We also dive into her own story &mdash; the moment she stepped away, the risks she weighed, and how mentors shaped her decisions. Sally frames walking away as a skill anyone can cultivate, one that leads not to collapse but reinvention.

Saturday Mornings: Walking Away Is a Leadership Skill. Sally J. Clarke on Strategic Exits, Values, and Reinventing Careers

The Wide Angle, we dive into RiskMap 2026, the definitive annual forecast from Control Risks and this year’s message is clear: global risk is rising, fragmentation is accelerating, and sanctions have become a strategic business issue, not just a compliance headache.

Angela Sapp Mancini, Partner, Control Risks, joins Saturday Mornings Show host Glenn van Zutphen to discuss the report’s biggest findings. Eleven countries saw risk ratings fall thanks to governance improvements but 16 countries saw risk rise, driven by political instability, regulatory volatility, and security threats.

We explore the Asia Sanctions Outlook, where U.S.–China competition, expanding European enforcement, and growing concerns about diversion networks are reshaping how companies operate. Angela explains why multinationals must rethink supply‑chain exposure, beneficial ownership, and counterparty risk — especially in energy, logistics, and manufacturing.

We also discuss how sanctions now influence board‑level decisions, investment strategy, financing, and market access. Europe’s tougher enforcement stance is emerging as a major wildcard for Asian companies.

The Wide Angle, we dive into <a href="https://www.controlrisks.com/riskmap">RiskMap 2026,</a> the definitive annual forecast from Control Risks and this year&rsquo;s message is clear: global risk is rising, fragmentation is accelerating, and sanctions have become a strategic business issue, not just a compliance headache.
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-mancini-0784b4/">Angela Sapp Mancini, Partner, Control Risks</a>, joins&nbsp;<a href="https://www.moneyfm893.sg/shows/glenn-van-zutphen-on-saturday-mornings/">Saturday Mornings Show&nbsp;</a><a href="https://WWW.VANMEDIAGROUP.COM">host Glenn van Zutphen</a> to discuss the report&rsquo;s biggest findings. Eleven countries saw risk ratings fall thanks to governance improvements but 16 countries saw risk rise, driven by political instability, regulatory volatility, and security threats.
We explore the Asia Sanctions Outlook, where U.S.&ndash;China competition, expanding European enforcement, and growing concerns about diversion networks are reshaping how companies operate. Angela explains why multinationals must rethink supply‑chain exposure, beneficial ownership, and counterparty risk &mdash; especially in energy, logistics, and manufacturing.
We also discuss how sanctions now influence board‑level decisions, investment strategy, financing, and market access. Europe&rsquo;s tougher enforcement stance is emerging as a major wildcard for Asian companies.

Saturday Mornings: Eric Olander's "China-Global South Project" and China's impact across the region from Belt & Road to Taiwan

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