Saturday Mornings host Glenn van Zutphen and guest co-host, Lisa Oake Founder and CEO of ExecutiveCounselling.com and Former CNBC Asia Journalist are joined by Low Choon Chye, Head of Sustainability at NTUC LearningHub and Teoh Cy Inn, GM, Aftersales at Vantage Automotive Limited about new trends in auto mobility and how the new BYD Electric Car Repair Workshop and training program at NTUC LearningHub will be upskilling this generation of EV enthusiasts and technicians.

Saturday Mornings host Glenn van Zutphen and guest co-host, Lisa Oake Founder and CEO of ExecutiveCounselling.com and Former CNBC Asia Journalist are joined by Low Choon Chye, Head of Sustainability at NTUC LearningHub and Teoh Cy Inn, GM, Aftersales at Vantage Automotive Limited about new trends in auto mobility and how the new BYD Electric Car Repair Workshop and training program at NTUC LearningHub will be upskilling this generation of EV enthusiasts and technicians.

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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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.

Saturday Mornings: NTUC Learning Hub and BYD train the next gen of EV enthusiasts and technicians

🌍On MoneyFM 89.3’s International News Review, Steve Okun  joins Saturday Mornings Show host Glenn van Zutphen.

Who really controls critical wartime technology? Can energy exports become geopolitical weapons? And is political advertising now the most important battlefield in American democracy?

First, Ukraine says restrictions on Starshield, the military version of Elon Musk's satellite communications network, remain in place despite claims from US President Donald Trump that service has been restored. Ukrainian officials report ongoing disruptions affecting drone operations and battlefield communications, highlighting an uncomfortable reality: what happens when a privately owned technology platform becomes a critical component of modern warfare? The discussion examines the growing influence of tech billionaires in international conflicts and the implications for national sovereignty and military strategy.

Next, Indonesia sends a strong message to its trading partners, warning that it may reconsider energy exports to countries that "disrespect" the nation. While no country was specifically named, Singapore remains one of Indonesia's key natural gas customers. As resource nationalism gains momentum worldwide, Glenn and Steve explore whether this represents a negotiating tactic, a broader geopolitical shift, or a sign that countries rich in natural resources are becoming increasingly willing to leverage energy supplies for strategic influence.

The conversation then shifts to the United States, where billions of dollars are flooding into midterm election advertising. With competitive races in states like Ohio and Texas commanding unprecedented spending levels, are political campaigns becoming contests of ideas or simply contests of resources? Glenn and Steve analyze whether massive advertising spending still changes votes in today's fractured media environment and what these record expenditures reveal about the state of American politics.

And a priceless globe linked to General Dwight Eisenhower, complete with original markings from Eisenhower and General Omar Bradley, was reportedly damaged during an attempted move inside the Pentagon. The historic artifact suffered significant damage after staff lost control of it during relocation. 

The irony? A globe representing decades of military history becoming a casualty of bureaucracy, logistics, and perhaps too much enthusiasm for office redecorating.

🌍On MoneyFM 89.3&rsquo;s International News Review, <a href="https://www.apacadvisors.com/about">Steve Okun </a>&nbsp;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>
Who really controls critical wartime technology? Can energy exports become geopolitical weapons? And is political advertising now the most important battlefield in American democracy?
First, Ukraine says restrictions on Starshield, the military version of Elon Musk's satellite communications network, remain in place despite claims from US President Donald Trump that service has been restored. Ukrainian officials report ongoing disruptions affecting drone operations and battlefield communications, highlighting an uncomfortable reality: what happens when a privately owned technology platform becomes a critical component of modern warfare? The discussion examines the growing influence of tech billionaires in international conflicts and the implications for national sovereignty and military strategy.
Next, Indonesia sends a strong message to its trading partners, warning that it may reconsider energy exports to countries that "disrespect" the nation. While no country was specifically named, Singapore remains one of Indonesia's key natural gas customers. As resource nationalism gains momentum worldwide, Glenn and Steve explore whether this represents a negotiating tactic, a broader geopolitical shift, or a sign that countries rich in natural resources are becoming increasingly willing to leverage energy supplies for strategic influence.
The conversation then shifts to the United States, where billions of dollars are flooding into midterm election advertising. With competitive races in states like Ohio and Texas commanding unprecedented spending levels, are political campaigns becoming contests of ideas or simply contests of resources? Glenn and Steve analyze whether massive advertising spending still changes votes in today's fractured media environment and what these record expenditures reveal about the state of American politics.
And a priceless globe linked to General Dwight Eisenhower, complete with original markings from Eisenhower and General Omar Bradley, was reportedly damaged during an attempted move inside the Pentagon. The historic artifact suffered significant damage after staff lost control of it during relocation. 
The irony? A globe representing decades of military history becoming a casualty of bureaucracy, logistics, and perhaps too much enthusiasm for office redecorating.

Saturday Mornings International News Review: Power Plays: Satellites, Energy & Election Money

🌍MoneyFM 89.3’s Saturday Mornings Show host Glenn van Zutphen goes off-shore with Lisa Mead, the globally travelled superyacht chef whose career has taken her from Queensland to the Mediterranean, the Caribbean, and luxury vessels serving royalty, heads of state, and celebrities. 

Lisa shares what it really takes to thrive as a superyacht chef: cooking in tight galleys during storms, adapting menus on the fly, and managing high‑pressure expectations from VIP guests. 

She recounts the time she was attacked by pirates in the Caribbean, the night she found herself on a sinking yacht, and the unforgettable sing‑along with Pete Townshend of The Who.

We also explore her new course, Introduction to Cheffing on Superyachts, designed for land‑based chefs who want to transition into the industry. Lisa explains the differences between land and sea kitchens, the destinations she’s worked in, and why superyacht cheffing demands creativity, resilience, and leadership.

🌍MoneyFM 89.3&rsquo;s <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> goes off-shore with <a href="https://lisamead.com/">Lisa Mead, the globally travelled superyacht chef </a>whose career has taken her from Queensland to the Mediterranean, the Caribbean, and luxury vessels serving royalty, heads of state, and celebrities. 
Lisa shares what it really takes to thrive as a superyacht chef: cooking in tight galleys during storms, adapting menus on the fly, and managing high‑pressure expectations from VIP guests. 
She recounts the time she was attacked by pirates in the Caribbean, the night she found herself on a sinking yacht, and the unforgettable sing‑along with Pete Townshend of The Who.
We also explore her new course, Introduction to Cheffing on Superyachts, designed for land‑based chefs who want to transition into the industry. Lisa explains the differences between land and sea kitchens, the destinations she&rsquo;s worked in, and why superyacht cheffing demands creativity, resilience, and leadership.

Saturday Mornings: Storms, Celebrities & Sinking Yachts: Superyacht Chef Lisa Mead on Cooking Under Pressure

🌍MoneyFM 89.3’s Saturday Mornings Show host Glenn van Zutphen sits down with Daniel Tham, Principal Curator of the Singapore History Gallery at the National Museum to discuss its first full transformation since 2006. 

The gallery reopened on 10 October 2026, unveiling a people‑centred narrative spanning more than 700 years of history, immersive multimedia spaces, and newly acquired artefacts. 

He led the 11‑month revamp shaped by community feedback from over 160 participants and guidance from a 12‑member academic panel. Daniel explains why the gallery is now anchored on the question “Who are we?”, and how identity, multiculturalism, and lived experiences form the backbone of the refreshed exhibition.

We explore highlights across the seven zones from maritime beginnings to independence to contemporary Singapore including a restored 1970s HDB lift, the iconic Singapore Stone, Zubir Said’s piano, and interactive stations that let visitors contribute their own reflections. 

🌍MoneyFM 89.3&rsquo;s <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> sits down with Daniel Tham, Principal Curator of the Singapore History Gallery at the National Museum to discuss its first full transformation since 2006. 
The gallery reopened on 10 October 2026, unveiling a people‑centred narrative spanning more than 700 years of history, immersive multimedia spaces, and newly acquired artefacts.&nbsp;
He led the 11‑month revamp shaped by community feedback from over 160 participants and guidance from a 12‑member academic panel. Daniel explains why the gallery is now anchored on the question &ldquo;Who are we?&rdquo;, and how identity, multiculturalism, and lived experiences form the backbone of the refreshed exhibition.
We explore highlights across the seven zones from maritime beginnings to independence to contemporary Singapore including a restored 1970s HDB lift, the iconic Singapore Stone, Zubir Said&rsquo;s piano, and interactive stations that let visitors contribute their own reflections.&nbsp;

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