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A Bit Of Politics: Are You Ready For A LTR With Your MP?
November 16, 2022 11:30 - 42 minutes - 39 MBIn the week leading up to GE15, we unpack the political news and speculation of the day with a panel of guests, looking at it all with (hopefully!) some warmth and humour. Today, we talk about how getting to know your MP online is akin to long-distance dating.
UMNO and PH: Negative Messaging, Corruption and Criticisms
November 16, 2022 10:00 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MBWe catch up with representatives from the Pakatan Harapan and Barisan Nasional coalitions about the campaign they’ve been running, what the mood is like, and the criticisms that have been leveled their way. Image source: zulfachri zulkifli, Shutterstock
Today On Twitter: PH Candidate For Padang Serai Passes Away
November 16, 2022 09:45 - 8 minutes - 7.48 MBPakatan Harapan's candidate for Padang Serai, M. Karupaiya passed away this afternoon, just two days before polling day. We speak to a PKR representative about the late incumbent MP, and what his passing means for the Padang Serai seat. Image source: Karupaiya Mutusami, Facebook
美股狂飙的盛宴 通膨拐点是否已出现？
November 16, 2022 09:03 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MB美国政府公布了最新的数据显示，当地的通膨是达到了7.7%，单单是以科技股为主的纳斯达克指数，上周便大涨了8.84%这样的涨幅。但不少市场人士还是保持疑惑的态度，尤其当前通膨距离美联储2%的目标，依然还是有一段距离，更何况全球也有可能在明年面临经济衰退的问题，因此这波的涨幅是另一个牛市的开始，还是昙花一现的反弹。域锋环球董事林卓锋将在节目中，深入地分析通膨拐点是否已经出现，以及后市的展望。
The Gamification Of Tackling Misinformation
November 16, 2022 09:00 - 19 minutes - 17.5 MBWith voting day around the corner, Malaysia Information Literacy Education (MILE) have come up with "Are you Yang Bijak?", a browser game to help young first-time voters recognize misleading information, extensive politicking and propaganda. We speak to MILE about the game and how it aims to tackle political misinformation. Image source: https://choicesimake.com/yangbijak/en/
Healthy Ageing: Helping Older Adults Get Through Surgery
November 16, 2022 08:00 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MBIn our increasingly ageing population, more of us will live longer, and are more likely to require some form of surgical procedure, whether minor or major. While surgical techniques and medical care have advanced tremendously to ensure that surgery is safer for older patients, it doesn’t mean that these procedures are without risk. On this episode of Healthy Ageing, we speak to Dr Dhanupriya Sivapathasuntharam, Consultant Geriatrician from Royal London Hospital, about her area of specialty...
Climate Action and the Youth Vote
November 16, 2022 07:25 - 17 minutes - 15.6 MBResearch shows that the environment and climate change is a top issue for young people around the world, as youths will be the most affected by climate change and biodiversity loss. With many young, first time voters heading to the polls this GE15, how can youths concerned about climate change drive both their activism and their participation at the ballot box? We discuss this and more with Natasha Zulaikha, a Conservation Scientist and the Co-founder of Coralku. Image Credit: Shutterstock...
It's time to #Vote4Climate
November 16, 2022 07:00 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MBGreenpeace Malaysia recently conducted a study ahead of GE15, scraping Malaysia's Parliamentary Hansard from 2018-2022, and using more than 100 environmental keywords. The results showed that questions with environmental keywords only surfaced about 8.4% of times over the last four years - clearly showing our leaders are not prioritising a holistic and meaningful approach to dealing with environmental crises. We speak to Thing Siew Shuen (Senior Program Manager, Greenpeace Southeast Asia) ...
Why Contest as an Independent Candidate?
November 16, 2022 06:00 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MBWhen it comes to elections, people often think about big coalitions. Take GE15, for example, in which all the attention has been on juggernauts such as PN, BN, PH, GPS and the likes. But these are not the only parties running for elections. Apart from smaller parties, there are also individuals who run in elections not representing any party or coalition. I’m talking about independent candidates. So, what goes through the mind of an independent candidate? Why do they run in elections? Wha...
选举前省思 你是“懒投党”（PAMU）吗？
November 16, 2022 05:59 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MB马来西亚第15届大选被形容为“史上最乱的大选”。有一项民调显示，在2千多万的总选民里面，高达450万人左右的选民并无倾向于任何政党，因此按照目前的局势，无法确认哪一个政党将获得多数票。同时，也有许多选民抱持着观望的态度，至今仍不确定是否参与投票。这些“懒投足”实际上也是决定哪个政党获胜的“造王者”。究竟在此次大选中，马来西亚是否会出现联合政府的情形？
Sustainable Financing for Your Business’ Future
November 16, 2022 04:00 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MBSustainability efforts have been at the forefront recently with many businesses realigning their practices towards a more sustainable future. An important equation in the conversation is sustainable financing. So what is sustainable financing and how is it different from our template understanding of financing? We speak to Chua Zhu Lian, group managing director at Vision Group to give us a breakdown of the concept of sustainable financing and how it helps shape today’s business practices. ...
What It Takes To Be A #RatuTech
November 16, 2022 03:00 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MBPersonal skills, experience, passion and knowledge are what define a perfect career path, not gender. Knowing this, the main goal of AirAsia Academy's #RatuTech campaign is to open the opportunities up for B40 and underprivileged women who are keen to explore a more fulfilling and lucrative career path in technology. Aireen Omar of Capital A explains. Image Credit: AirAsia Newsroom
What Political Consultancy Is Like
November 16, 2022 02:00 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MBHow do you manage all the balancing factors of working in an industry as complicated as politics? Well, sometimes you need a little help. Dr. Sophie Lemiere, director of political consultancy firm SoCo, takes us through what political consultancy entails and what entrepreneurs in general can learn from it. Image Credit: Shutterstock | fizkes
激发「消费新信仰」 GOKINGKONG 的社交新零售概念
November 16, 2022 02:00 - 35 minutes - 32.7 MB市场以消费者为中心的商业模式不断更新迭代，如今想刺激消费必须启动商品服务的社交互动属性，以趣味内容文案及品牌包装取胜。 GOKINGKONG 以 S2B2C 模式为基础，线上、线下同步服务顾客。在电商巨头平台半垄断市场、各大品牌激烈削价下，GOKINGKONG 如何强化市场定位；为品牌商家说好故事、卖好产品，同时为消费者谋福利？ 平台创办人 Desmond 曾任 Senheng 集团子公司，国内宠物产业帝国 Petsmore；Blackbox BI，两家企业执行长。他在节目中无私分享自己在电子零售分销业界几十年来所见所得，并深入探讨接下来新零售的裂变可能。
Green Building Have A Sound Commercial Case
November 16, 2022 01:30 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MBIn this week's Property Show, Philip See speaks to Ashwin Thurairajan and Teo Chiu Ping from GreenRe, one of Malaysia's leading Green certification bodies to discuss the opportunities and challenges of greening buildings in Malaysia. Image credit: Shutterstock
Russian Retreat From Kherson
November 16, 2022 00:30 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBLast week, Russian troops withdrew from the southern city of Kherson marking the latest setback for Russia in the nine-month long siege of Ukraine. Does the liberation of Kherson mark another turn towards the end of the war - or will Russia strike back harder as the winter months turn colder? Prof. Rouben Azizian of Massey University weighs in. Image credit: EPA-EPE
FIFA : Football Is For All, But Is It Really?
November 16, 2022 00:00 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBWorld Cup season is upon us and in the years and months leading up to the kick-off in Qatar this November 20th, we can't escape knowing about it. Go to the supermarkets and you see products from potato crisps to beers and fizzy drinks all emblazoned with the FIFA logo. It is for sure a big billion dollar global business which Simon Chadwick, a professor of sport & geopolitical economy, at the SKEMA Business School and also co-author of the Business of the FIFA World Cup, discusses with us. ...
烤问苏仪芳/卸下政治包袱 马华新秀冀望塑造新格局
November 16, 2022 00:00 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MB第十五届大选仅剩不到一周的时间，过去被视为“老人政治”的马华放手一搏，在攻打44个国席里，便有将近40%是新面孔，而其中有多达17名候选人，是30多岁年轻人，希望能够争取年轻选民的支持。 但对于很多人而言，年轻虽然是一个资产，但同时也是一个负资产，尤其是在政治的路上，年轻的候选人会因为缺乏经验被放大检视、质疑，更何况马华面临过去执政的政治包袱，年轻的领袖，有办法卸下这个重担吗？马华峇央峇鲁国席候选人苏仪芳将在节目中分享，她作为马华新生代的领袖，要如何开创新的格局。
Democracy And Politics, Lessons For Beyond The Classroom
November 15, 2022 23:45 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBGraphic artist and activist Fahmi Reza is filling in the gaps in political literacy through his popular #KelasDemokrasi, both online and through in-person sessions at local universities. However, his classes have been disrupted at 7 public universities so far. We ask Dr Benjamin Loh, Senior Lecturer, School of Media & Communication at Taylor's University why and how should lessons on democracy and politics be taught. Image credit: Twitter.com / @kuasasiswa
Showdown At P119 Titiwangsa
November 15, 2022 23:30 - 11 minutes - 10.9 MBThe Titiwangsa federal parliamentary constituency will see a four-cornered race, with the two frontrunners being from Barisan Nasional and Pakatan Harapan. We speak to Amanah and PH candidate Khalid Samad on why he left his previous seat of Shah Alam to contest in Titiwangsa and what he brings to the table. Image credit: Shutterstock
Don’t Forget China/HK Stocks In This Rally!
November 15, 2022 23:00 - 9 minutes - 8.72 MBThe S&P 500 rose 8% over the past month. Is risk on sentiment returning to equities in a big way, or is it just another bear market rally? While October inflation data came in lower than expected, there are early signs that inflation may have reached a peak. China/HK stocks have also been on a tear and are technically in bull market territory. We speak to Jack Kouzi, Director for Strategy, VFS Group if the market has legs to move up further. Image credit: Shutterstock
EP 12: Season Recap
November 15, 2022 14:00 - 40 minutes - 37.2 MBA music programme focusing on vintage big band and classic swing sounds from the yesteryears. Hosted by the dynamic duo Sean Ghazi & Ida Mariana. The curtain rolls down on a fun-filled first season, and to cap off this initial run we select our collective favourites. ----- Tracklist: Anneke Gronloh - Tjerewerewe The Shang Sisters - Seven Lonely Days Saloma - Pesta Muda Mudi Raj Kapoor - Mera Joota Hai Japani Salamiah Hassan - Bintang Malam Lisa Ono - Bengawan Solo Julie Sudiro & Ka...
Has Qatar Succeeded In Sportswashing?
November 15, 2022 13:00 - 25 minutes - 23 MBQatar is set to be the centre of the planet this weekend making history as the first middle-east country to host the World Cup. However, for over 12 years since FIFA awarded them, the state had to answer to reports of worker abuse, homophobia, sexism & racism which are well documented with exposés in the media. On the money side, Qatar has spent over $300 billion on the event, which is over fifty times more than what Germany allocated in 2006 - money that could've been better used to fix th...
A Bit Of Politics: KJ, Crowds, And Keeping Calm
November 15, 2022 11:30 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MBIn the week leading up to GE15, we unpack the political news and speculation of the day with a panel of guests, looking at it all with (hopefully!) some warmth and humour. Today, it's about ceramahs, what the next generation of leadership will look like, and finding the fun in the spectacle of it all.
GE15 Manifestos: Plans And Promises For The Economy
November 15, 2022 10:00 - 56 minutes - 52 MBWe continue our comparison of the coalition manifestos, this time with a focus on the economy, and we do this by discussing strategies each manifesto proposes for economic recovery and lowering the cost of living. Image source: Hafiz Johari, Shutterstock
Bringing Home The Votes
November 15, 2022 09:00 - 16 minutes - 15 MBVoteMalaysia and Undi18 are collaborating to bring back 50,000 postal votes to Malaysia from various countries. We speak to an organisation in Australia that is on the ground to ensure ballots arrive in time for polling day. Image source: Element5 Digital, Pexels
Mind Matters: But Does Mental Health Matter in GE15 Manifestos?
November 15, 2022 08:00 - 46 minutes - 43 MBThere’s no denying that we need to do more about mental health, but are our policies and politicians doing and talking enough about it? With GE15 looming, we take a look at whether mental health is mentioned at all in political parties’ manifestos, and what the next government must do to improve the landscape of mental health in Malaysia, with Hasbeemasputra and Assoc Prof Dr Amer Siddiq bin Amer Nordin. Image Credit: Shutterstock
What Changed After GE14?
November 15, 2022 07:00 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MBGE14 was a monumental day in Malaysian history as the people voted out the incumbent Barisan Nasional government, which had been at the helm of Malaysia for 60 years. However, the events that have transpired over the past couple of years, namely Langkah Sheraton, has made some people wonder “what did GE14 actually accomplish? Did the people change anything?” Image Credit: Shutterstock
砂拉越真的会是造王者？胡逸山： GPS和希盟合作可能性微乎极微
November 15, 2022 06:59 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MB距离第15届大选只剩下短短几天，而这场选举主要为国阵、希盟和国盟的一场“角逐”。然而目前的情况却呈现出西马三分天下局势，因此预估没有政党联盟能够单独执政。在这一关键时刻，东马沙巴和砂拉越两州被视为造王者。在过去的大选中，东马是国阵的重要票仓，砂拉越更被称为国阵的“定存州”。 虽然砂拉越的GPS已经表态，说明将会根据大选结果决定和哪一个联盟合作组成政府，但根据GPS过往的立场，GPS和希盟有合作的空间吗？
希盟宣布砂州宣言 张健仁却与GPS隔空开火 砂拉越真是造王者？
November 15, 2022 06:59 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MB距离第15届大选只剩下短短几天，而这场选举主要为国阵、希盟和国盟的一场“角逐”。然而目前的情况却呈现出西马三分天下局势，因此预估没有政党联盟能够单独执政。在这一关键时刻，东马沙巴和砂拉越两州被视为造王者。在过去的大选中，东马是国阵的重要票仓，砂拉越更被称为国阵的“定存州”。 虽然砂拉越的GPS已经表态，说明将会根据大选结果决定和哪一个联盟合作组成政府，但根据GPS过往的立场，GPS和希盟有合作的空间吗？
Optimising SEO to Maximise Your Business Potential
November 15, 2022 04:00 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MBMany businesses today are not fully tapping into their potential as they have yet to harness the power of Search Engine Optimisation aka SEO. So what is SEO and how can businesses and organisations benefit from it? We speak to Jaap Snoeck Henkemans (Yap Snook Henkemans), a search engine optimisation expert and Anna Loi, Co-founder, Good & Honest Co to better understand how SEO works and why businesses should be taking a serious look into it. Image Credit: Shutterstock | Rawpixel.com ...
Democratising Coaching
November 15, 2022 03:00 - 23 minutes - 22 MBWe all understand the positive impact professional coaching brings; it can not only help you meet organisational goals, but the ripple effects can be felt on leadership, performance and well-being as well. So why does it still feel like coaching is only for the C-Suites and high-paid executives? Why can’t we all enjoy this tool to adapt, navigate and reskill for the modern work life? And how can digital coaching help employers and employees during this “Big Quit” era? We discuss. Image Cre...
Above And Beyond The Skies
November 15, 2022 02:00 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBAonic was born as a commercial drone solutions provider for enterprises looking to modernise their operation workflow. While they are no stranger to the commercial drone industry, they are looking to expand beyond the skies and to build an ecosystem beyond just their core drone capabilities. Cheong Jin Xi, founder and CEO of Aonic, gives us a peek into this unique industry. Image Credit: Aonic Facebook Page
三代家族企业品牌化经营 Gethá 多渠推天然乳胶床褥
November 15, 2022 02:00 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MB家族企业本就创业容易守业难；加之品牌化经营的策略，重重外部压力更是经营家族品牌的一大挑战。顺应数码时代，线上曝光已经是必走之路，那么乳胶作为马来西亚国宝级天然资源，又该如何在网络上凸显价值呢？ 作为女企业家，本期节目嘉宾成功打破「富不过三代」的刻板印象。她将告诉我们，品牌远比埋头苦干来得更加增值。她从父辈手中继承家业后，让品牌的威力更上一层楼，也让 Gethá 的天然价值持续发光。
Are We Doing Enough To Preserve The Environment For Our Children?
November 15, 2022 01:30 - 22 minutes - 20.2 MBWe have heard too often the need to preserve our earth for the future generation. Every child has a right to a clean, safe, healthy and sustainable environment. But are there laws and policies in place to ensure that the welfare of children are taken care of? We discuss this with Nasha Lee, Climate & Environment Specialist at Unicef Malaysia. Image credit: Shutterstock
Taylor’s University is now Asia’s Top 50
November 15, 2022 01:15 - 1 minute - 1.77 MBTaylor’s University is now one of Asia’s Top 50 best universities, climbing up the rank from 53rd last year, to 49th this year. What are the secrets to their success, and how are they planning to continue in their quest to provide good quality higher education to students? Professor Michael Driscoll, Vice Chancellor and President of Taylor's University joins us to answer these questions.
Kuala Selangor Abuzz With Big Name Candidates
November 15, 2022 00:45 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBThe sleepy town of Kuala Selangor is the battleground for another showdown of giants this GE15. Caretaker Finance Minister Tengku Dato’ Sri Zafrul Aziz will make his maiden run here, going up against Amanah incumbent and former Health Minister Dato’ Dzulkefly Ahmad. How will voters decide this time around? Adib Zalkapli of BowerGroupAsia gives us his take. Image credit: Berita Harian
RHB Live FX @ Reflex- A smarter Way to Transact in Foreign Exchange Currencies (PT 2)
November 15, 2022 00:45 - 1 minute - 1.77 MBRHB Live FX @ Reflex is RHB's new digital platform that will enable online monitoring and booking of real time FX rates seamlessly. How will this platform simplify the way people invest? Joining us to share that and more is Angus Salim Amran, Group Treasurer from Group Treasury and Global Markets, RHB Bank Berhad.
KJ In The Political Fight Of His Life
November 15, 2022 00:00 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBKhairy Jamaluddin is in the political challenge of his life with a seven cornered fight in Sungai Buloh. He has made known of his ambitions to be Prime Minister of Malaysia. We ask him why he deserves that role, is reform within UMNO possible and his political future if he loses.
Le Cordon Bleu is celebrating 10 years of partnership with Sunway Group
November 14, 2022 23:45 - 1 minute - 1.86 MBSunway University is celebrating 10 years of partnership with Le Cordon Bleu this year. When the world-renowned culinary institute set up shop here all those years ago, why was Sunway University its pick? Ming Rathswohl Ho,General Manager of Sunway Le Cordon Bleu tells us more.
HK Market - Hang Seng Index On The Cusp Of A Bull Market?
November 14, 2022 23:30 - 12 minutes - 11.8 MBThe Hang Seng Index at one point last month was trading at 11-year lows. But it has rebounded strongly from the depths it reached in October and is up by more than 20%. Part of the gains as well as speculation that China may be gradually relaxing its stringent Covid-19 policies and the recent property rescue incentives. Recently China reduced the quarantine time for international travellers by two days to five days. Will China continue to gradually dial back on its Covid-19 policies and wil...
Have Markets Priced In The Rate Hikes?
November 14, 2022 23:00 - 9 minutes - 8.91 MBWith US markets taking a dip on the back of comments by Fed Officials that the inflation target of 2% remains a priority, what does this mean for monetary policy in the US? Joe Quinlan, Chief Market Strategist of US Trust-BOA Private Wealth Management tells us his views whilst weighing in on Malaysia's potential in the technology space.
Wavelength Ep312 - Yeo
November 14, 2022 14:00 - 50 minutes - 45.8 MBWith our eyes set on unearthing the freshest flavors from unexpected places, we widen our scope with hand-picked musical gems from all across Asia. This week, we speak to singer-songwriter producer Yeo about producing, the joy of keytars and working with Singaporean artist Kitty Purnaz for their latest single 'Little Secret' among many other things. -- Daniel Ryn - Making Moves Romantic Echos - Paradisa Yuna - Can’t Get Over You Capt’n Trips and The Kid - The Hardest Pill To Swallow ...
Political Video Games That We Enjoy
November 14, 2022 13:00 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBWith GE15 just around the corner, the GGWP folks decided to chat about some political video games that they’ve played and enjoyed, and recommend some games that listeners can check out to get them in the mood. Image sources: Tropico 6: Official Page, Kalypsomedia.com Crusader Kings III: wccftech.com
Arsenal Extends Lead As Brentford Tames Cityzens
November 14, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 56.5 MBThe Gunners continue their excellent run of form dispatching Wolves 2-0 going five points clear at the top as an Ivan Toney double gave Brentford a shock 2-1 win over second-place Man City at the Etihad. Elsewhere, high-flying Newcastle added more dismay to Graham Potter's side as they ran out victorious over Chelsea. Over in North London - in what might be the game-of-the-season so far - Spurs ended up on the winning side of a seven-goal thriller v Leeds United, while a late strike from wo...
A Bit Of Politics: What Is Democracy?
November 14, 2022 11:30 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBIn the week leading up to GE15, we unpack the political news and speculation of the day with a panel of guests, looking at it all with (hopefully!) some warmth and humour.
GE15 Manifestos: All About Education
November 14, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 55.2 MBWe continue our side-by-side comparison of the manifestos, by taking a closer look at what each coalition has to offer when it comes to the environment. First, we hear about the actual pledges, and how they differ from one another. And then later - what environmental priorities should the next government be focused on? Image source: Lano Lan, Shutterstock
Today On Twitter: Battle Royale For PM
November 14, 2022 09:45 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MBTwitter is alight with discussions on who our next Prime Minister would be, between three names supposedly in the running: Ismail Sabri, Anwar Ibrahim, and Muhyiddin Yassin. We dive into it. Image source: Seth Akmal, msyaraafiq , NAUFAL ZAQUAN, Shutterstock.
GE15 Predictions...To Believe Or Not To Believe
November 14, 2022 09:00 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MBAs we head closer towards polling day, we're being presented with daily predictions, polls and numbers suggesting who’s going to win, and what’s going to happen. But what are the limitations of these polls? We get into it. Image source: Friko Keiro, Shutterstock
Could Private Healthcare In Sarawak Support The Public Sector?
November 14, 2022 08:00 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MBThe challenges of the overburdened, under-resourced public health sector in Sarawak are well-known. But in Malaysia’s two-tier healthcare system, private health facilities also manage a considerable bulk of patients. What challenges do middle-income patients face in terms of access to primary and specialist care, medical procedures, and the increasing costs of healthcare? Dr Kenny Yeap, COO and Medical Director of Borneo Medical Centre in Miri, joins us to share the perspective of private h...