Saturday Mornings

🌍MoneyFM 89.3 Saturday Mornings Show host Glenn van Zutphen talks with H.E. Tadeusz Chomicki, Ambassador of the Republic of Poland to Singapore; a seasoned diplomat with deep experience in Asia as well as European security, global trade, and the shifting geopolitical landscape. Ambassador Chomicki unpacks the Poland–Singapore relationship, a partnership grounded in innovation, defence cooperation, and shared commitments to stability and open markets. We explore what’s trading between the two nations today and where new opportunities are emerging as Europe undergoes rapid transformation. He also addresses how Poland’s geopolitical position shapes its diplomacy, and why Southeast Asia matters more than ever to Warsaw. Finally, we end on a personal note: what he appreciates about living in Singapore, and how the city’s dynamism mirrors Poland’s own spirit of reinvention.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

🌍On MoneyFM 89.3 The Wide Angle, we explore how businesses—big and small—are rewriting the rules of corporate purpose. Saturday Mornings Show host Glenn van Zutphen talks with Masami Sato, Co‑Founder & CEO of B1G1 to discuss how this Singapore‑based social enterprise is reshaping philanthropy for companies around the world. B1G1 (Buy1Give1) enables SMEs to embed giving directly into everyday business activities. Whether it’s a sale, an invoice, or a new client, each transaction can trigger a micro‑donation, sometimes as little as one cent to one of 450+ vetted, high‑impact projects aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. With over 396 million giving impacts created across more than 40 countries, B1G1 is proving that small, consistent actions can drive massive global change. Masami shares her personal journey—from teacher to natural food chef to award‑winning entrepreneur—and how her global travels shaped her philosophy of purpose‑driven business and how Singapore companies are using B1G1 to build culture, trust, and long‑term social value.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

🌍 It's hard to imagine that up to 100,000 Singaporeans don't have enough to eat each day. MoneyFM 89.3 Saturday Mornings Show host Glenn van Zutphen talks with Ron Stride, Chairman, and Chin Bottinelli, Guarantor at Food From the Heart.  This week on the Singapore Home Brew, we spotlight one of Singapore’s most impactful community organisations to share how the charity is nourishing lives and strengthening social resilience across the island. Founded in 2003 by Austrian couple Henry and Christine Laimer, Food From the Heart began with a simple mission: redirect surplus bread to families who needed it. Today, that mission has grown into a nationwide movement supporting 23,000 households and distributing 164,000 food packs annually from schoolchildren to seniors. We explore the rising urgency of food insecurity in Singapore, where studies show that over 10% of households have experienced difficulty accessing nutritious meals. Despite improvements post‑pandemic, nearly half of affected families report no change in their circumstances. Food From the Heart steps into this gap with sustainable, long‑term programmes designed to provide consistent, reliable support. From bread runs to community pantries, from volunteer mobilisation to corporate partnerships, this is a story of compassion, innovation, and the belief that no one in Singapore should go hungry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

🌍 This week’s International News Review unpacks the geopolitical and economic developments shaping markets and policy across Asia. MoneyFM 89.3 Saturday Mornings Show host Glenn van Zutphen talks with Ethan Wu, Asia Business & Finance Editor at The Economist. We begin in Washington, where a panel of judges has struck down President Trump’s attempt to impose sweeping 10% blanket tariffs—a ruling that could reshape global trade flows and corporate strategy at a time of rising protectionism. Then, we look ahead to the highly anticipated Xi–Trump meeting, a pivotal moment for US–China relations with implications for supply chains, technology access, and regional stability. From there, we turn to Japan, where Toyota’s latest earnings reveal a US$4 billion hit from the war in Iran—but also a surprising bright spot: EV sales are set to more than double next year. With 58% of new cars registered in Singapore now electric, Toyota’s pivot matters more than ever to local drivers and the broader mobility ecosystem. And finally, a cultural shift in Tokyo: the government is ditching strict office dress codes and encouraging workers to wear shorts amid the energy crunch. What does this say about changing workplace norms in Asia?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

🌍This week, the broadcasting world lost a giant — a man whose influence reaches every newsroom, every screen, and every listener tuned into MoneyFM89.3. Ted Turner was the bold, controversial, visionary founder of CNN; he died at the age of 87 on 6 May 2026. His audacity didn’t just change television; it changed how the entire world receives news. MoneyFM 89.3 Saturday Mornings Show host Glenn van Zutphen talks with Michael Holmes, former CNN International anchor and correspondent for 28 years from Atlanta. Michael is one of countless journalists who lived Turner’s legacy from the inside. He helps us understand the man behind the revolution — and why Ted Turner’s impact on global storytelling remains unmatched.  From launching the world’s first 24‑hour news channel in 1980 to building TBS, TNT, Cartoon Network and Turner Classic Movies, Turner reshaped global media, sports, entertainment, and even environmental philanthropy. He was called many things — “The Mouth of the South,” “Captain Outrageous,” a disruptor, a genius — but above all, he was a builder of institutions that still define modern journalism. We look at the life and legacy of a man I had the privilege to meet several times during my years at CNN International including a memorable dinner with him when I served as President of the Atlanta Press Club in 2003-2004.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

🌍 MoneyFM 89.3’s Saturday Mornings Show host Glenn van Zutphen and co-host Neil Humphreys have been saying for years that they have the BEST Listeners ever! They proved it by inviting six of them on the show to bid farewell as Glenn and Neil had their last show together after seven years.Glenn WILL continue to host the Saturday Morning Show and Neil moves to other MoneyFM89.3 duties (to be announced soon!). The Friends of Saturday Morning (FOSM) who joined us: Stanley See, Foo Qiren, Kelly Teo, Aloysius Lee, Lynne Cahill, Rob Salisbury. Listen as they tell Glenn and Neil about the conversations that moved them, surprised them, challenged them, and made them laugh. Oh, and they had some complaints too! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MoneyFM 89.3’s Saturday Mornings Show host Glenn van Zutphen and co-host Neil Humphreys bid a fond farewell to their 250 shows together, as Glenn will continue the Saturday Morning Show and Neil moves to other MoneyFM89.3 duties (to be announced soon!) They look back at the highlights and lowlights of their 1365 extraordinary guests — the founders, creators, athletes, politicians, business leaders, diplomats, activists, and everyday Singaporeans who’ve made the show a staple of Saturday Mornings in the city-state. They revisit the conversations that moved them, surprised them, challenged them, and made them laugh. And WHY were they deemed "Essential Employees" during Covid? Someone has some explaining to do! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On MoneyFM 89.3’ Saturday Mornings Show host Glenn van Zutphen and co-host Neil Humphreys to talk to Chef Vicky Ratnani and Chef Raj Kumar about the lesser-know Sindi indian cuisine. A small sub-segment of "indian food" - Sindi came out of the partion of India and Pakistan. Recently for three nights in Singapore, Firangi Superstar restaurant hosted one of the most exciting culinary collaborations of the year brining Sindi cooking to town. Chef Vicky — one of India’s most celebrated chefs, former Executive Chef of the Queen Mary 2, TV personality, and award‑winning author — presented a deeply personal menu rooted in Sindhi cuisine, the food he grew up eating but rarely cooked professionally. Dishes like Sai Bhaji and Aloo Tukk Bravas showcased heritage elevated through modern technique. Chef Raj, Group Head Chef of The Dandy Collection, shares how Firangi Superstar is pushing Indian cuisine into new territory — bold, immersive, and unapologetically inventive. Together, they discuss the global rise of regional Indian cuisine, why Singapore is ready for this shift, and how events like the Sindhi Supper Club are rewriting expectations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

🌍On MoneyFM 89.3’s International News Review, Steve Okun joins Saturday Mornings Show host Glenn van Zutphen and co-host Neil Humphreys to break down global developments shaping markets, diplomacy, and public opinion. We begin with President Donald Trump, who says the Israel–Lebanon ceasefire has been extended by three weeks, but insists he won’t “rush” any deal with Iran. This as his negotiators are in Pakistan for another round with Iran; the geopolitical stakes remain high. Then to football and controversy. With Iran’s World Cup status under scrutiny, with Trump’s “Special Envoy” suggesting Italy could replace Iran in the games. Sports ministers say it’s “not appropriate”. And of course, we revisit our favourite INR moments:• Steve the Sleuth solving global puzzles • Our celebrity guessing game • And the unforgettable iPhone 16 debate.... and MANY MORE!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

🌍On MoneyFM 89.3’s Wide World Segment, Ravi and Aparna Sonnad, co‑founders of Enabling Leadership join Saturday Mornings Show host Glenn van Zutphen and co-host Neil Humphreys. We look at the global crisis hiding in plain sight: over 800 million children worldwide lack essential life skills from teamwork to communication to problem‑solving leaving them unprepared for the workforce and trapped in cycles of poverty. Enabling Leadership is a Singapore‑based organisation transforming children’s lives through football, LEGO‑based learning, and the arts. Their programs are EL Play, EL Build, and EL Create and are now reaching 10,000 children across multiple countries. In Singapore, EL Play is already running in three public schools in Yishun, with plans to expand and introduce EL Build next year. Each child’s full program costs just USD 120 (SGD 400), covering sessions, journals, and a sports kit. Ravi and Aparna share powerful stories of how their programs help children — especially girls — build confidence, leadership, and resilience. They also discuss how companies in Singapore can partner through employee engagement and sponsorships.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.