When Kinokuniya Singapore recently downsized its flagship store to make room for a café, the obituaries were already being written. Surely, it was the final nail in the coffin for the book industry in Singapore.  But Kenny Chan, the former senior director at Books Kinokuniya, does not agree. The man known as 'Mr Singapore Books' explains what the book business needs to do to remain relevant in the digital age.

When Kinokuniya Singapore recently downsized its flagship store to make room for a caf&eacute;, the obituaries were already being written. Surely, it was the final nail in the coffin for the book industry in Singapore.&nbsp; But Kenny Chan, the former senior director at Books Kinokuniya, does not agree. The&nbsp;man known as 'Mr Singapore Books' explains what the book business needs to do to remain relevant in the digital age.

Start your weekend right with Glenn van Zutphen and Neil Humphreys with their interesting mix of guests from 9 am to 12noon. Be informed and entertained with news commentary by international journalists and tips on interesting places and exhibitions to catch in Singapore.

Start your weekend right with Glenn van Zutphen and Neil Humphreys with their interesting mix of guests from 9 am to 12noon. Be informed and entertained with news commentary by international journalists and tips on interesting places and exhibitions to catch in Singapore.

Glenn van Zutphen on Saturday Mornings with Neil Humphreys

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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 with award-winning author Neil Humphreys.

Start your weekend right with Glenn van Zutphen and his interesting mix of guests from 9am to 12noon. Be informed and entertained with news commentary with international journalists and interesting places to visit in Singapore with award-winning author Neil Humphreys’ Beautiful Places.

Start your weekend right with Glenn van Zutphen and his interesting mix of guests from 9am to 12noon. Be informed and entertained with news commentary with international journalists and interesting places to visit in Singapore with award-winning author Neil Humphreys&rsquo; Beautiful Places.

Glenn van Zutphen on Saturday Mornings with Neil Humphreys (9am - 12pm)

Saturday Mornings: Why Kenny Chan believes that the Singapore book industry can still be saved

On MoneyFM 89.3 Saturday Mornings Show host Glenn van Zutphen and co-host Neil Humphreys transform the studio into a folk‑punk session in part 2 of our St. Patrick’s Day special as we welcome The  Boys from County Hell, Singapore’s first‑ever Pogues tribute band. Lead singer Gerry Cox and banjo player Paddy Troy join us on air, with fellow bandmates Mark Garratt, Conor Walsh, and Karl Taylor performing live in‑studio. Formed by musicians who share a fierce love for The Pogues, the band channels the raw, poetic chaos of Shane MacGowan — whose passing in 2023 reignited global appreciation for the group’s legacy. From pubs to festivals across Asia, they’ve become a must‑see act for anyone who loves raucous Irish energy.

On MoneyFM 89.3 <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> and co-host <a href="https://neilhumphreys.com/">Neil Humphreys</a> transform the studio into a folk‑punk session in part 2 of our St. Patrick&rsquo;s Day special as we welcome <a href="https://boysfromcountyhell.com/">The&nbsp; Boys from County Hell</a>, Singapore&rsquo;s first‑ever Pogues tribute band. Lead singer Gerry Cox and banjo player Paddy Troy join us on air, with fellow bandmates Mark Garratt, Conor Walsh, and Karl Taylor performing live in‑studio. Formed by musicians who share a fierce love for The Pogues, the band channels the raw, poetic chaos of <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shane_MacGowan">Shane MacGowan </a>&mdash; whose passing in 2023 reignited global appreciation for the group&rsquo;s legacy. From pubs to festivals across Asia, they&rsquo;ve become a must‑see act for anyone who loves raucous Irish energy.

Saturday Mornings: Part 2 of Irish spirit, culture, and music with the Boys from County Hell

On MoneyFM 89.3 Saturday Mornings Show host Glenn van Zutphen and co-host Neil Humphreys welcome H.E. Sarah McGrath, Ireland’s Ambassador to Singapore, as she reflects on the deepening ties between Ireland and Singapore. From trade and innovation to education, culture, and the growing Irish community here, Ambassador McGrath shares how both countries are looking ahead to new collaborations in 2026. She also highlights the vibrant line‑up of St. Patrick’s Day events across the island and what this celebration means for Ireland’s global diaspora. This week on MoneyFM 89.3’s Saturday Sit‑Down, we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a double‑header of Irish spirit, culture, and music — Singapore‑style.

On MoneyFM 89.3 <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> and co-host <a href="https://neilhumphreys.com/">Neil Humphreys</a> welcome H.E. <a href="https://www.ireland.ie/en/singapore/embassy/about/ambassador/">Sarah McGrath, Ireland&rsquo;s Ambassador to Singapore,</a> as she reflects on the deepening ties between Ireland and Singapore. From trade and innovation to education, culture, and the growing Irish community here, Ambassador McGrath shares how both countries are looking ahead to new collaborations in 2026. She also highlights the vibrant line‑up of St. Patrick&rsquo;s Day events across the island and what this celebration means for Ireland&rsquo;s global diaspora. This week on MoneyFM 89.3&rsquo;s Saturday Sit‑Down, we celebrate St. Patrick&rsquo;s Day with a double‑header of Irish spirit, culture, and music &mdash; Singapore‑style.

Saturday Mornings: Part 1 St. Patrick’s Day - Ireland Takes Over Saturday Mornings with Sarah McGrath, Ambassador of Ireland to Singapore

On MoneyFM 89.3 Saturday Mornings Show host Glenn van Zutphen and co-host Neil Humphreys welcome Ambassador Beata Stoczyńska, Executive Director of the Asia‑Europe Foundation (ASEF), to unpack what this unique intergovernmental organisation actually does — and why its work matters more than ever in 2026. Created under the Asia‑Europe Meeting (ASEM), ASEF is the only institution dedicated to strengthening ties between the two regions through dialogue, collaboration, and people‑to‑people exchange. Ambassador Stoczyńska shares how ASEF’s multinational team has delivered over 280 projects with more than 230 partners, connecting policymakers, students, cultural practitioners, academics, and civil society leaders. We explore ASEF’s priorities for 2026, centred on three major themes shaping the global agenda:
1) A human‑centred approach to cooperation and development
2) Digitalisation, and the opportunities and risks it brings
3) The green transition, where Asia and Europe must work together to meet climate goals

Ambassador Stoczyńska also highlights why ASEF’s role as a bridge is so critical today. With geopolitical tensions rising and global challenges becoming more complex, ASEF provides a rare neutral platform where Asia and Europe can exchange ideas, build trust, and co‑create solutions.

On MoneyFM 89.3 <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> and co-host <a href="https://neilhumphreys.com/">Neil Humphreys</a> welcome&nbsp;<a href="https://asef.org/departments/senior-management/">Ambassador Beata Stoczy</a><a href="https://asef.org/departments/senior-management/">ń</a><a href="https://asef.org/departments/senior-management/">ska, Executive Director</a> of the <a href="https://asef.org/">Asia‑Europe Foundation (ASEF),</a> to unpack what this unique intergovernmental organisation actually does &mdash; and why its work matters more than ever in 2026. Created under the Asia‑Europe Meeting (ASEM), ASEF is the only institution dedicated to strengthening ties between the two regions through dialogue, collaboration, and people‑to‑people exchange. Ambassador Stoczyńska shares how ASEF&rsquo;s multinational team has delivered over 280 projects with more than 230 partners, connecting policymakers, students, cultural practitioners, academics, and civil society leaders. We explore ASEF&rsquo;s priorities for 2026, centred on three major themes shaping the global agenda: 1) A human‑centred approach to cooperation and development 2) Digitalisation, and the opportunities and risks it brings 3) The green transition, where Asia and Europe must work together to meet climate goals
Ambassador Stoczyńska also highlights why ASEF&rsquo;s role as a bridge is so critical today. With geopolitical tensions rising and global challenges becoming more complex, ASEF provides a rare neutral platform where Asia and Europe can exchange ideas, build trust, and co‑create solutions.

Saturday Mornings: Why Kenny Chan believes that the Singapore book industry can still be saved

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