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Malaysian Monster Movies
August 19, 2022 13:00 - 46 minutes - 43 MBThis week’s episode of A Bit of Culture has a bit of everything - conversations about demographics, monsters, fathers and even fantasy graphic novel and TV adaptations. Kam starts the show by talking about Malaysian age demographics and its implications to the country’s future. Actor Na'a Murad then asks the group to imagine what kind of Malaysian monster movies they would like to make, based on the various urban legends that we have here. Last but not least, BFM’s video producer Sabrina Yu...
PREVIEW: Forest On Fire?
August 19, 2022 12:00 - 58 minutes - 53.3 MBNottingham Forest adds another new signing to their roster in the form of Morgan Gibbs-White from Wolves. With 16 new signings and a first win last weekend, will they be able to continue the positive momentum against Everton in Matchday 3? We preview that match and more, including a certain showdown between traditional rivals at Old Trafford, on this episode of Just For Kicks. Image Source: Nottingham Forest's Facebook Page
Malaysia vs Singapore: Where Would You Rather Work?
August 19, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBWe look into why Malaysians choose to work in Singapore. This comes after a recent ad went viral, highlighting that there are jobs available in Changi Airport that will pay up to almost 10,000 ringgit. First, we speak to a Malaysian working in Singapore, to hear about what the appeal is, and what it’s like. Then, what does Malaysia need to do, to keep people working here? Travel man & Richie Chan, Shutterstock
Today On Twitter: Billie Eilish Fans NOT Happier Than Ever
August 19, 2022 09:30 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MBAfter last night's concert, fans of Billie Eilish have taken to social media to criticise the organisers of the “Happier Than Ever, The World Tour”, for poor seating arrangements and bad audio quality. We get into the responses. Image Source: Billie Eilish, Instagram
DBKL’s Crackdown On Crackhouse: Did They Go Too Far?
August 19, 2022 09:00 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MBThe DBKL licensing committee had agreed to permanently blacklist the owners of Crackhouse Comedy Club for life from registering a business in Kuala Lumpur. We discuss whether this outcome is fair. Image Source: CrackHouse, Website
创富财今：大马经济回暖，股市热了吗？
August 19, 2022 08:27 - 58 minutes - 53.2 MB国行近期公布最新数据，大马次季GDP增长超出预期，来到8.9%，看来全年录得6.3%增长将有望达到。在这强劲势头的当儿，经济看俏究竟能如何牵动股市动向？优大经济系教授黄锦荣博士，和Tradeview资本总执行长黄詝瀚和大家一同畅谈。
印尼庆祝独立77周年 佐科威：防疫成功经济稳健
August 19, 2022 08:21 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MB印尼总统佐科威在独立建国77周年的国情咨文当中，很骄傲的提到印尼的成就。 其中包括了印尼是成功控制COVID-19疫情的国家之一；以疫苗接种数来看，印尼是全球前5名的国家。 经济方面， 虽然面对许多挑战，印尼第二季的经济成长率为5.44%，，通货膨胀率则为4.9%，低于东协国家平均7%的通膨率。 印尼迁都到加里曼丹已经是确定的，迁都对我们马来西亚，特别是对东马的经济是否有所帮助？ 印尼是否是下一个崛起的大国？ 它又有什么政策是值得我们借鉴参考的呢？
Doctor in the House: Being A Surgeon in a Conflict Zone
August 19, 2022 08:00 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MBMore than seven years after the civil war began, Yemen is one of the largest humanitarian crises we’re seeing globally. With reports indicating that less than half of their health facilities are functioning and that many of those remaining lack basic operational equipment, how are healthcare workers providing much needed healthcare services? Consultant urologist Dr George Lee is joined by trauma and general surgeon Dr Ashok Kannan to find out what it’s like to be a doctor in a conflict zone...
5G发展道路崎岖 马股电讯公司步步为营
August 19, 2022 07:40 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MB大马政府在2021年3月设立国家数字公司（DNB）以加速国内的5G基建建设及网络发展。同时，政府也决定将DNB的70%股权提供给业者认购，基于这项建议的最后期限将在本月31日届满，日前国内的电讯股也受到追捧，股价节节上升。究竟我国的电讯业者是否将全部同意入股，大马的5G路是否因此一帆风顺？Tradeview资本投资组合经理梁佳满将在节目中对我国电讯公司5G前景进行点评。
The Story of PUSAKA
August 19, 2022 07:00 - 48 minutes - 44.6 MBCultural heritage organisation PUSAKA was formally established by Eddin Khoo in 2002, though the work began much earlier in the 1990's. Focussed on championing Malaysia's intangible heritage - our local traditions and art forms - Eddin first started working with traditional masters from Kelantan, after the local government implemented a ban on some of the state’s traditional arts. The small but formidable team behind PUSAKA, which includes creative director Pauline Fan, are celebrating thei...
Professional Mixed Breed with Gajen Nad
August 19, 2022 06:30 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MBGajen Nad is a stand-up comedian, known for his family-friendly material, whose jokes revolve around diversity, family, work, news, movies, relationships & travelling. In 2019, he was awarded ‘Most Promising Stand-up Comedian’ by Top 10 Malaysia - though he's not too sure what he actually promised. Gajen is set to perform a one-hour comedy special titled Professional Mixed Breed, which he joins us to share more about.
Spirit of AkashA
August 19, 2022 06:00 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MBWith a brand of music described as a “redefinition of Indian music, laced with Malaysian and world influences” fusion music group AkashA Malaysia are a fan favourite everywhere they go. They are set to perform at Dewan Filharmonik Petronas on the 9th of Sep, and we catch up with two of the group's founding members, sitar player Kumar Karthigesu, and guitarist and composer Jamie Wilson. Image credit: AkashA Malaysia
Banking On Asia’s Digital Future
August 19, 2022 04:00 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MBDigital banking has been an important part of the Asian financial system for a while now. The pandemic further spurred its adoption as most of us have started accessing banking services in relative safety behind our mobile phones or computers. With many countries within the region recently issuing licences for digital banks, we discuss the future of digital banking in Asia with Professor Antonio Fatas, Professor of Economics at INSEAD. Image Credit: Shutterstock | Chor muang
MSP219. Silence. How Much Is Too Much?
August 19, 2022 03:00 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBOur minds are crying out for silence in an over-stimulating world. But is silence only for the wealthy? And can too much of it harm rather than help us? Episode Sources: https://www.newscientist.com/article/mg25533990-700-the-power-of-quiet-the-mental-and-physical-health-benefits-of-silence/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bJsuUOuEZ9Q https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=2452161304806914 https://psycnet.apa.org/record/2019-51174-001 Image Credit: Unsplash | Kristina Flour ...
How to Keep the Lights On Despite the Headwinds
August 19, 2022 02:00 - 28 minutes - 26 MBWhen it comes to opening and running an F&B outlet, the word passion is often heard but what are the challenges and is it a lonely, hard slog? Yeong Yeng Yee, owner of Fat Bird Ramen tells us his journey and what keeps him going despite rising cost and a shortage of workers. Image Credit: Fat Bird Ramen Facebook Page
Overseas Property Markets Post Pandemic
August 19, 2022 01:30 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBThe Property Show where Philip See will be speaking to Eli McGeever, Director - Research & Tech Innovation (One Global Labs) of One Global Property Services as we have a broad ranging discussion on the overseas property market but we deep dive on the dynamics of the Hong Kong and Singapore property market
World Vision Malaysia Fueled By Malaysian's Generosity
August 19, 2022 00:00 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MBWorld Vision Malaysia is a child-focused organization set up in 1997 to support community development and humanitarian programs. We ask CEO, Terry Leong how is World Vision Malaysia bringing the local communities out of poverty and into self-sustainability. And how is the organization utilizing its funds and the ease of collaborating with local stakeholders?
The Unfair Discrimination When Conferring Citizenship
August 18, 2022 23:45 - 11 minutes - 11 MBThe Court of Appeal earlier this month overturned the 2021 landmark decision of the High Court in Kuala Lumpur, which ruled that Malaysian mothers have the same right as Malaysian fathers to confer citizenship by operation of law to children born overseas. We speak to YB Kasthuri Patto, Member of Parliament for Batu Kawan for how we can change the law and why the delay.
Profit Still Trumps Growth When Moving From Private To Public Markets
August 18, 2022 23:30 - 10 minutes - 9.98 MBVenture capital deal activity soared to a record 20 billion dollars in 2021 in ASEAN which is a 1.6 times increase from 2020. However in an era of rising rates and poor debuts in the public market, is the outlook still as positive? Cameron Joyce, Deputy Head of Research Insights at Preqin tells us.
Does The Employment Act Go Far Enough For Employees?
August 18, 2022 23:15 - 11 minutes - 10.2 MBJ Solomon, Secretary General, National Union of Bank Employees (NUBE) makes the case that more needs to be done to improve the Employment Act but strongly advocates that the Government should not delay its implementation this September
5.5% GDP Not Likely For China
August 18, 2022 23:00 - 11 minutes - 10.7 MBIn the last few days, there has been a raft of negative economic news from China be it a slump in domestic savings to heat waves that caused energy shortages which lead to some factory shutdowns. Carlos Casanova, Senior Economist at UBP tells us what this means for China's economic growth.
How Would You Like Your Shopping Experience To Change?
August 18, 2022 22:00 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBWe get you out of bed, to your first cup of coffee or to your first destination of your day with thought-provoking discussions on ideas, people and events shaping all our lives. 2:22 - Are you still big into TV quiz shows? 8:39 - Have you bought anything during a livestream sale? 15:01 - International headlines 19:55 - Local headlines
EP33: Billie Eilish
August 18, 2022 14:00 - 53 minutes - 48.6 MBJoin Othniel Ting as he takes you through the discography of our artist of the week, playing some of their most iconic and memorable hits back to back. This week, we are going through the discography of Billie Eilish in conjunction with her first ever concert in Malaysia. -- Ocean Eyes &burn (with Vince Staples) everything i wanted Bitches broken hearts My Future No Time To Die NDA TV Billie Bossa Nova WHEN I WAS OLDER come out and play Therefore I Am
Are We Designing Our Cities To Be Walkable?
August 18, 2022 13:00 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MBThe recent plan by DBKL to encourage the culture of walking by closing Jalan Tuanku Abdul Rahman every Sunday has got us wondering about whether our cities are designed to be walkable. The walkability of a city goes beyond just having pedestrian pavements, and involves a lot more other factors. Shuhana Shamsuddin from Pereka Bandar joins us on the show to explain how good urban design is crucial in ensuring walkability for the people living in the city. Image Source: ©abdulrazaklatif/123RF...
Popcorn Culture - Supercut: Darkness on Screen
August 18, 2022 11:30 - 1 hour - 61.6 MBWhether it's literal demons, the stuff we'd rather not talk about, or the less savoury side of human nature, many films and shows don't shy away from going dark. On this episode of Supercut, we dive in head first and talk about where our limits are.
New Rules Restrict Student Involvement In Politics
August 18, 2022 10:00 - 58 minutes - 53.4 MBThe Higher Education Ministry has drafted a new guideline under the Universities and University Colleges Act 1971 (UUCA) to regulate students who are involved in politics on and off campus. First, we look at what this means and whether it gives universities too much power over students and their right to be politically active. Then, with UNDI 18 in play, what does this say about our willingness to have younger voices in politics? We discuss. Image Source: Samsul Said, Shutterstock ...
Today On Twitter: Are You An “Employee” Or “Collaborator”?
August 18, 2022 09:30 - 14 minutes - 13.7 MBDo titles affect how you perceive your work and how do you refer to the people you work with? We ponder upon a tweet about being introduced as a “collaborator” instead of “employee” and how language can change the dynamics of any relationship. Image Source : Chaay_Tee
Lead Counsel In Najib's Appeal Fails To Get Discharged
August 18, 2022 09:00 - 15 minutes - 14.4 MBWe go through the continuing twists and turns in Datuk Seri Najib Razak's SRC International appeal, with the latest being Hisyam Teh's move to discharge himself as Najib's lead counsel. We speak to lawyer Fahri Azzat about these developments and how they may affect public perception of the legal profession. Image Source: Afif Abd. Halim, Shutterstock
塔利班执政阿富汗 被父权凝视的女性
August 18, 2022 08:41 - 15 minutes - 14.6 MB2021年8月，塔利班重新掌权阿富汗。在塔利班新上任期间，塔利班曾针对女性权益做出了一系列的承诺。然而在一年后的今天，在塔利班掌控下，阿富汗女性的权益却遭到削弱，使阿富汗爆发重大的人权危机。阿富汗女性既无法接受中等教育，也无法在政府机构工作。塔利班固步自封的做法不仅引起了国际广泛的谴责，也使阿富汗的经济不断萎缩。在全球的注目以及压力下，塔利班是否会依据国际条约所规定的法律义务，切实保障妇女和女童的各项权益呢？
Barbers and Beauty Salons Could Be Cancer Awareness Centres
August 18, 2022 08:00 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBInstead of getting health education information from a clinic, how about getting it from your regular barber shop? Or at your beauty salon during your next facial? The National Cancer Society of Malaysia has embarked on a programme called ‘Beauty And Health’, which aims to use local beauty salons and barber shops to increase cancer awareness among the community. We speak to NCSM’s Managing Director Dr Murallitharan Munisamy to find out how this will work, and why it’s time to move health aw...
ThinkLeft #7 - Who/What Are Billionaires, Really?
August 18, 2022 07:00 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBPeople often think of politics as just government and the people. But another vital aspect that most people don’t think about – billionaires. Who are billionaires/ultra-wealthy and what role do they play in our society/politics? We discuss with S. Arutchelvan, Deputy Chairperson, Parti Sosialis Malaysia (PSM).
加盟连锁品牌 投资优势和风险！
August 18, 2022 07:00 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MB连锁加盟模式向来受到年轻朋友高度青睐！相比起自创品牌，连锁品牌自带一定的价值效应和光环，经营起来或许更省心省力！ 如何看透诱人投资前景背后的潜在风险？如何判断一个连锁品牌真假及合法性？国家政府提供加盟者的启动资金补贴有哪些？ 分享嘉宾拥有22年资深连锁经验，节目中透露了不少业内概况，马上点击收听完整访谈！
Out of the Box #8: Shari Tishman on Slow Looking & Project Zero
August 18, 2022 06:00 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MBWhen was the last time you just stopped, and looked at something? "Slow looking" is described simply as the art of learning through observation, and can be done anywhere – museums, art galleries, outdoors. A proponent of slow looking is Shari Tishman, a lecturer at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, and a Senior Research Associate at Harvard’s Project Zero, where she formerly served as Director. Her research focuses on the development and teaching of thinking, the role of close obser...
Evaluating Your Workplace Values
August 18, 2022 04:00 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBIn the post pandemic work environment, the scope for job satisfaction has now widened beyond just wages and company benefits to include work culture and value systems. This is becoming more important as employees tend to gravitate towards organisations that share similar values as they do. We speak to Sheila Singam, managing partner at Human Equation to understand the role of values in an organisation. Image Credit: Shutterstock | VectorMine
ExpressPrint
August 18, 2022 03:00 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MBWhilst many of us choose to print documents less often, there are still companies that rely heavily on printed media. Whether it's for marketing materials, business cards or even simple stationery, there’s still a market for it. Now Singapore’s ExpressPrint is entering the Malaysian market with the help of AI – and just what will this AI be doing?
Piccoli Lotti Is Growing, One Scoop At A Time
August 18, 2022 02:00 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MBWhen Chong Nge Seng decided to pursue his dream of owning an ice cream business, he had to quit his job and go to Italy to learn the art of gelato-making. Similarly, Brian Jeevan learned the craft in Singapore before embarking on this venture. Today, Piccoli Lotti is ready to expand, with two new outlets already opened in 2022 and more to come. We speak to Chong and Brian about navigating the competitive Malaysian market, localing ice cream, and the minimalistic approach of Piccoli Lotti’s ...
【开门新趋势】即兴厨房开箱剩余食材 行为艺术重新探索需求
August 18, 2022 02:00 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MB「谁知盘中餐，粒粒皆辛苦」，从小我们便不断被劝诫爱惜粮食，不浪费「盘中餐」。虽然道理很简单，但是这个物欲横流的时代却是我们认清自身需求、养成不浪费的一颗绊脚石。为了让人们正视自己的需求，KongsiKL 和 Putticoop 联合举办了一项名为「即兴厨房（NOWHERE KITCHEN）」计划。 本周内容，Putticoop 设计工作室联合创办人——Kian 连建力、KongsiKL 空间经理——马钧谊将为我们分享如何将烹饪和行为艺术的元素相结合，通过利用剩余食材烹调出别具创意的料理，让来宾们在交流的同时切实地体验一场表演与对话的自我认知艺术。
How SIDREC Helps With Your Disputes
August 18, 2022 01:30 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBDo you have a dispute with your capital market intermediary and having trouble settling the matter in the courts? Perhaps the Securities Industry Dispute Resolution Center or better known as SIDREC can help with an alternative solution. Sim Wie Boon speaks to its chairman to understand the role of SIDREC and how it helps investors with their disputes. For more, head to their website at https://sidrec.com.my/
Are Books Still A Lucrative Business
August 18, 2022 00:00 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MBMore people turned to books during the pandemic but was this reflected in revenues. Not likely if operations was just focused on fairs and bookshops. So we speak to Andrew Yap, Co-Founder & Managing Director of BookXcess as to how they made the switch to online sales and are they back in the black with all 19 stores opened.
Employees' Benefits Vs Employers' Grievances
August 17, 2022 23:45 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MBStarting Sept 1st, 2022, amendments to the Malaysian Employment Act 1955 will take effect. This means employees will get longer maternity leave, paternity leave will be introduced and there will also be a lower cap to how long people can work a week. Datuk Wira Ameer Ali Mydin, advisor to the Federation of Malaysian Business Associations tells us about how receptive and prepared employers are for these changes aimed at elevating Malaysia's employment landscape.
Asia's Slow Start To Pollution Pricing Instruments
August 17, 2022 23:30 - 10 minutes - 10 MBIt is accepted that pollution pricing instruments are key in achieving in reducing greenhouse emissions but Asia is struggling to adopt this against a backdrop of soaring inflation, rising energy prices and economic instability. So unsurprisingly, carbon markets and taxes in this region are mostly off to a slow and disappointing start. Arun Pai, Executive-In-Residence at Monk's Hill Ventures tells us where the gaps are.
DBKL's New Rules On Renovations Needs Clarity
August 17, 2022 23:15 - 10 minutes - 9.45 MBKL City Hall now has a new rule from this year that house owners have 1 year to complete their house renovations starting from the date of approval. If renovations are not completed within a year, permission must be reapplied and a reason must be given to convince the One-Stop Centre committee. David Teoh, Council Member of the Malaysian Institute of Architects, talks about some lack of clarity in these new regulations as well as how this will impact homeowners planning to renovate their ho...
FOMC Minutes Hint At 50bps Hike
August 17, 2022 23:00 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBMarkets ended their 5 day winning streak but result season has so far been very positive. So where are markets heading since inflation is still high. Do the FOMC minutes give us any hint? Tony Nash, CEO of Complete Intelligence tells us.
Can Envy Be Good For You?
August 17, 2022 22:00 - 25 minutes - 23.3 MBWe get you out of bed, to your first cup of coffee or to your first destination of your day with thought-provoking discussions on ideas, people and events shaping all our lives. 3:09 - What are the drawbacks from being less social? 8:32 - How does envy help you be better? 13:46 - International headlines 19:31 - Local headlines
Spotlight: Saint Kylo
August 17, 2022 14:00 - 17 minutes - 15.8 MBR&B funk soul singer songwriter Saint Kylo has just dropped his debut single since going solo called "BAD BAD". We find out more details about the track that draws inspiration from old school funk soul while incorporating elements of hip hop and dancefloor-ready grooves.
BY THE WAY: Solange, Drake, Weezer & New Tech for Vinyls
August 17, 2022 13:00 - 6 minutes - 5.61 MBBy The Way is a rapid-fire segment that gives you a snapshot of developing stories in the music world. This week, stories on Drake dethroning The Beatles in the Billboard charts, Weezer cancelling shows due to a low-turnout, Solange being the first black woman scoring for the New York City Ballet & a rumoured new tech for faster vinyl production.
Which EV Can We Really Afford Right Now?
August 17, 2022 12:00 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBIn this week's edition of Cruise Control, our petrol heads discuss the rising popularity of EVs in Malaysia and look at its affordability for the regular Malaysian. Kicking off with a reintroduction of Renault's compact electric, the Zoe, back in the Malaysian market with two variants. We also look ahead to Perodua's CSR initiative; providing 5 units of the Myvi to PDRM as patrol cars - keep your eyes peeled for the blue lights on the local compact kings! And we round up with Daniel's gui...
Popcorn Culture - Review: The Sandman
August 17, 2022 11:30 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MBFollowing on a successful audio adaptation, Neil Gaiman's epic graphic novel series, The Sandman, finally makes its way onto our screens. But how can a story as complex and nerdy as this - with its multiple threads and characters, blending of mythology, modern life, literature and philosophy - be translated into a series? It turns out - with some style. In this episode, we discuss how we feel about The Sandman, and where it sits in the larger lineup of comic book adaptations.
Healthcare: Mo’ Money No Problems
August 17, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 57.2 MBHealth Minister Khairy Jamaluddin is calling for more money to be spent on healthcare. First, we discuss how we can get this additional funding for our healthcare system, and what the blocks have been. And then - where should this money go? Image Source: Zmpixes, Shutterstock
Today On Twitter: Lights, Camera, Mahsuri!
August 17, 2022 09:30 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MBLocal Twitter is abuzz with yet another discussion about Mahsuri, and this time, on what the movie should look like. This is coming from a social media exchange between Maya Karin and Syamsul Yusoff, with both of them expressing interest to work with each other. We get into it. Image Source : kosmo