🌍On MoneyFM 89.3’s International News Review, United Against Nuclear Iran (UANI)Senior Advisor, Charlie Brown, joins Saturday Mornings Show host Glenn van Zutphento go deep into one of the world’s most dangerous geopolitical flashpoints: the Strait of Hormuz.

Brown explains why the latest US–Iran deal is wobbling, why Trump’s retreat on Hormuz tolls signals deeper strategic uncertainty, and how Iran continues to leverage the world’s most critical oil chokepoint to pressure global markets. Also why he believes this is just part of a global war on shipping and how seafarers and Asia at large are all suffering the fallout in this "new normal".

🌍On&nbsp;MoneyFM 89.3&rsquo;s International News Review, <a href="https://www.unitedagainstnucleariran.com/">United Against Nuclear Iran (UANI)</a> <a href="https://www.unitedagainstnucleariran.com/people/charlie-brown">Senior Advisor, Charlie Brown</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 go deep into one of the world&rsquo;s most dangerous geopolitical flashpoints: the Strait of Hormuz.
Brown explains why the latest US&ndash;Iran deal is wobbling, why Trump&rsquo;s retreat on Hormuz tolls signals deeper strategic uncertainty, and how Iran continues to leverage the world&rsquo;s most critical oil chokepoint to pressure global markets. Also why he believes this is just part of a global war on shipping and how seafarers and Asia at large are all suffering the fallout in this "new normal".

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 International News Review: The Strait of Hormuz Faultline, Seafarers and Asia Suffer the Consequences

🌍MoneyFM 89.3’s Home Brew segment, Saturday Mornings Show host Glenn van Zutphen speaks with HomeMatch Co-founder Mervin Foo about a problem that's tormenting many Singaporeans... bad building and renovation contractors and the ensuing nightmares. From disappearing contractors to unfinished homes and ballooning delays, renovation disputes have surged — with CASE reporting 1,300 complaints in 2021, nearly S$2 million in losses last year, and 97% involving non‑accredited firms.

Foo believes the industry’s trust problem is systemic and solvable. HomeMatch is Singapore’s first renovation‑matching platform built like a “dating app,” pairing homeowners with interior designers based not just on budget and style, but communication habits, personality, lifestyle, and family needs.

And the game‑changer: a S$1 million HomeMatch Protection Fund, contributed by renovation firms and HomeMatch itself, covering up to S$150,000 if a contractor collapses, disappears, or abandons a project. No escrow fees. No insurance add‑ons.

Mervin explains why traditional accreditation schemes aren’t enough, why scams keep happening, and how compatibility‑based matching reduces disputes before they begin.

🌍MoneyFM 89.3&rsquo;s Home Brew segment,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.moneyfm893.sg/shows/glenn-van-zutphen-on-saturday-mornings/">Saturday Mornings Show </a><a href="https://WWW.VANMEDIAGROUP.COM">host Glenn van Zutphen</a> speaks with <a href="https://www.homematch.sg/">HomeMatch Co-founder Mervin Foo </a>about a problem that's tormenting many Singaporeans... bad building and renovation contractors and the ensuing&nbsp;nightmares. From disappearing contractors to unfinished homes and ballooning delays, renovation disputes have surged &mdash; with CASE reporting 1,300 complaints in 2021, nearly S$2 million in losses last year, and 97% involving non‑accredited firms.
Foo believes the industry&rsquo;s trust problem is systemic and solvable. HomeMatch is Singapore&rsquo;s first renovation‑matching platform built like a &ldquo;dating app,&rdquo; pairing homeowners with interior designers based not just on budget and style, but communication habits, personality, lifestyle, and family needs.
And the game‑changer: a S$1 million HomeMatch Protection Fund, contributed by renovation firms and HomeMatch itself, covering up to S$150,000 if a contractor collapses, disappears, or abandons a project. No escrow fees. No insurance add‑ons.
Mervin explains why traditional accreditation schemes aren&rsquo;t enough, why scams keep happening, and how compatibility‑based matching reduces disputes before they begin.

Saturday Mornings: HomeMatch Wants to Fix Singapore’s Most Stressful Industry

🌍MoneyFM 89.3’s Saturday Mornings Show host Glenn van Zutphen talks with Brotzeit Managing Director Carsten Kjeldmann about Brotzeit's 20th anniversary and the leadership lessons behind one of Singapore’s most enduring F&B brands.

Carsten’s journey spans 30 years across Europe and Asia, from restaurants and resorts to senior hospitality leadership. For two decades in Singapore, he’s balanced German culinary heritage with local tastes, building Brotzeit into a household name.

We explore the new 20th Anniversary Menu, available until 26 August, and how Brotzeit continues evolving while staying true to its roots. Carsten shares insights on talent development, operational discipline, and why hands‑on leadership still matters in a fast‑changing F&B landscape.

🌍MoneyFM 89.3&rsquo;s <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> talks with <a href="https://brotzeit.co/team/carsten-kjeldmann/">Brotzeit Managing Director Carsten Kjeldmann</a> about&nbsp;<a href="https://brotzeit.co/">Brotzeit's 20th anniversary</a> and&nbsp;the leadership lessons behind one of Singapore&rsquo;s most enduring F&amp;B brands.
Carsten&rsquo;s journey spans 30 years across Europe and Asia, from restaurants and resorts to senior hospitality leadership. For two decades in Singapore, he&rsquo;s balanced German culinary heritage with local tastes, building Brotzeit into a household name.
We explore the new 20th Anniversary Menu, available until 26 August, and how Brotzeit continues evolving while staying true to its roots. Carsten shares insights on talent development, operational discipline, and why hands‑on leadership still matters in a fast‑changing F&amp;B landscape.

Saturday Mornings: 20 Years of Brotzeit Leadership, Authenticity & the Future of Singapore’s German Dining Icon

🌍On MoneyFM 89.3’s Wide Angle conversation, Saturday Mornings Show host Glenn van Zutphen explores a global travel shift: Airbnb’s original promise is breaking down. Once the darling of travellers seeking authenticity, value, and human connection, Airbnb now faces rising complaints, higher prices, stricter rules, and a trust gap that’s widening worldwide.

Dr Natt Srinara from EHL Hospitality Business School, explains how Airbnb’s early magic (real homes, real hosts, real hospitality) has eroded. What used to be cheaper than hotels is now often more expensive. Cleaning fees, checkout chores, and inconsistent standards have frustrated travellers. And the platform’s shift toward professional operators has diluted the “live like a local” experience. 

Srinara breaks down what travellers really want now, why hotels are regaining ground, and how hospitality must evolve to restore trust and value.

🌍On&nbsp;MoneyFM 89.3&rsquo;s Wide Angle conversation,&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>&nbsp;explores a global travel shift: Airbnb&rsquo;s original promise is breaking down. Once the darling of travellers seeking authenticity, value, and human connection, Airbnb now faces rising complaints, higher prices, stricter rules, and a trust gap that&rsquo;s widening worldwide.
<a href="https://www.ehl.edu/en/faculty-research/our-faculty/srinara-natthavut">Dr Natt Srinara</a> from <a href="https://www.ehl.edu/">EHL Hospitality Business School,</a> explains how Airbnb&rsquo;s early magic (real homes, real hosts, real hospitality) has eroded. What used to be cheaper than hotels is now often more expensive. Cleaning fees, checkout chores, and inconsistent standards have frustrated travellers. And the platform&rsquo;s shift toward professional operators has diluted the &ldquo;live like a local&rdquo; experience.&nbsp;
Srinara breaks down what travellers really want now, why hotels are regaining ground, and how hospitality must evolve to restore trust and value.

Saturday Mornings International News Review: The Strait of Hormuz Faultline, Seafarers and Asia Suffer the Consequences

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