Glenn van Zutphen on Saturday Mornings with Neil Humphreys

In this episode, “Saturday Mornings Show” host Glenn van Zutphen and co-host Neil Humphreys talk with Kalai Vanan Balakrishnan, CEO of ACRES, and Jasvic Lye, Campaign Manager of Our Wild Neighbours (OWN), to explore Singapore’s first-ever multi-lingual wildlife advisories—an initiative designed to help residents and migrant workers safely and respectfully respond to local wildlife encounters. Launched in April 2022, OWN promotes coexistence with wildlife through public education, rescue efforts, and community outreach. With advisories now available in eight languages—including Tamil, Tagalog, Bengali, and Bahasa Indonesia—OWN is bridging cultural and communication gaps across Singapore’s diverse population. Kalai and Jasvic share why this initiative is timely, as ACRES sees a rise in wildlife rescues from homes and construction sites. They discuss how education can prevent harm, reduce fear, and foster empathy—especially in urban settings where biodiversity is often overlooked. Learn more at ourwildneighbours.sg.

As Singapore prepares to host the Summit for Action on Gender Equality (SAGE) 2025, “Saturday Mornings Show” host Glenn van Zutphen and co-host Neil Humphreys talk with Ms Koh Yan Ping, CEO of the Singapore Council of Women’s Organisations (SCWO), and Mr Ben Ang, Centre Director at Thye Hua Kwan Moral Charities. Under the theme “Changing Mindsets in a Changing World,” the forum on 29 September brings together leaders, advocates, and everyday citizens to challenge entrenched gender norms and spark meaningful change. Yan Ping shares SCWO’s vision for empowering women across work, home, and leadership, while Ben discusses male allyship and the importance of healing work in families. From toxic masculinity to caregiving burdens, the conversation dives into how both men and women can reshape societal expectations and build healthier relationships. Ben will speak at two sessions: Man Enough to Change and Holistic Intervention for Families Facing Domestic Violence, offering restorative approaches to break cycles of harm. Learn more at scwo.org.sg.

This Halloween, Universal Studios Singapore is unleashing its most chilling experience yet. Markham Gannon, Senior Director of Entertainment at Resorts World Sentosa, joins “Saturday Mornings Show” host Glennvan Zutphen and co-host Neil Humphreys to reveal the spine-tingling details behind the first-ever collaboration between USS Halloween Horror Nights and horror powerhouse Blumhouse. From M3GAN to The Purge, Blumhouse’s most sinister characters will step off the screen and into Southeast Asia’s biggest Halloween event. This year’s theme—The 13th Hour—plunges guests into a fractured reality where time bends, the dead rise, and fear reigns supreme. Markham shares how this partnership brings cinematic horror to life, creating immersive, scream-worthy experiences for fans across the region. With Blumhouse’s cult following and USS’s creative muscle, storytelling, design, and psychological thrills converge to redefine Halloween.

This week, Steve Okun, CEO of APAC Advisors, joins “Saturday Mornings Show” host Glenn van Zutphen and co-host Neil Humphreys to unpack a trio of global stories making waves. First, Typhoon Ragasa leaves a trail of destruction across Taiwan, Hong Kong, and southern China—triggering mass evacuations, flooding, and a $49 million relief effort. Next, we turn to President Trump’s fiery UN speech, which rattled European allies by attacking immigration, energy policies, and climate action. As COP30 approaches, global leaders are urging renewed commitment to climate finance amid rising geopolitical tensions. Finally, we take a lighter—yet slightly uncomfortable—look at Qantas’s new Airbus 321XLR jets, which debuted with just one toilet for every 90 economy passengers. The backlash has sparked debate over airline standards and passenger dignity.

In this Saturday Morning Sit-Down Conversation “Saturday Mornings Show” host Glennvan Zutphen and co-host Neil Humphreys talk with Cynthia Tay, Chairperson of Wicare, and Nancy Thio, Honorary Secretary, about turning personal tragedy into purpose. After losing her husband to cancer in 2017, Cynthia found strength in Wicare—a support group for widows and fatherless children—and now leads its mission to bring hope to those navigating loss. Founded in 1993 Wicare has grown to a community supporting over 1,100 widows and 1,700 children. Through grief counselling, group therapy, and befriending services, Wicare offers a safe space to heal and rebuild. https://www.wicare.org.sg/

In this Singapore Home Brew segment “Saturday Mornings Show” host Glennvan Zutphen and co-host Neil Humphreys talk with Sam Lay, Director of Strategic Partnership & Engagement at the National Arts Council, and Richard Tan, Distinguished Patron of the Arts. Fresh off the "Patron of the Arts Awards 2025," we explore how a record-breaking 515 patrons—80% of them individuals—have contributed over $45 million to fuel Singapore’s creative future. Richard Tan shares why he chose to support the Singapore Repertory Theatre, and Sam Lay offers insights into how arts philanthropy is evolving, with more Singaporeans stepping up to champion local art and sport.

In this Wide World segment “Saturday Mornings Show” host Glennvan Zutphen and co-host Neil Humphreys talk with H.E. Kateryna Zelenko, Ukraine’s Ambassador to Singapore, following Ukraine’s National Day and high-stakes meetings between President Trump, President Zelenskyy, and President Putin. With Trump publicly stating that Putin “let him down” over the Russia-Ukraine conflict, and Ukrainian officials declaring Trump “the only person able to end this war”, the diplomatic landscape is shifting. Ambassador Zelenko shares Ukraine’s perspective on the latest battlefield developments, including reclaimed territory near Dobropillia, and the humanitarian toll of recent body exchanges. We also unpack the EU’s 19th sanctions package, targeting Russian energy giants and shadow fleet vessels in response to escalating drone strikes on Kyiv, Poland, and Romania.

In this week’s International News Review, Steve Okun, CEO of APAC Advisors, joins “Saturday Mornings Show” host Glennvan Zutphen and co-host Neil Humphreys. They celebrate Steve's being awarded the US-Singapore Business Builder Award from AmCham. Steve shares how he’s helped deepen business ties through public speaking, policy engagement, and cross-cultural collaboration. We also dive into the week’s top geopolitical stories: President Trump and President Xi’s long-awaited TikTok deal, Trump’s decision to withhold US$400 million in military aid to Taiwan, and rising concerns over censorship in American media. Plus, Singapore tops Gallup’s global safety rankings for the 12th tiime.  

🌏This week on the Singapore Sit-Down Conversation “Saturday Mornings Show” host Glennvan Zutphen welcomes Joshua Lau, Assistant Curator at ArtScience Museum, to explore Another World Is Possible—an exhibition premiering as part of Singapore Design Week 2025. Co-curated with filmmaker-architect Liam Young, the show invites visitors into immersive worlds shaped by cinema, architecture, and speculative fiction, offering bold alternatives to our present reality. With over 100 works by nearly 40 contributors—including 16 Singapore-based creatives—this exhibition blends global imagination with local insight. Joshua shares how worldbuilding can inspire real change, and why a distinctly Asian lens is vital to the conversation.

In this Saturday Sit-Down Conversation with “Saturday Mornings Show” host Glennvan Zutphen - we spotlight Pangdemonium Theatre Company’s season finale: the Tony Award-winning Kimberly Akimbo. Artistic Director Tracie Pang joins us alongside legendary actress Menchu Lauchengco-Yulo—celebrated as the First Lady of Philippine Musical Theatre—to share what makes this production a milestone for Singapore’s theatre scene. From the emotional depth of the story to the technical feat of staging Singapore’s first onstage ice-skating rink, Kimberly Akimbo is a bold close to Pangdemonium’s 2025 season. Menchu’s return to Singapore brings decades of experience and star power to the stage, adding a cross-cultural layer to this proudly local production. Details: https://pangdemonium.com/whats-on-details/kimberly-akimbo