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The Discovery Series UKM

14 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 months ago -

The Discovery Series is a bi-weekly podcast which aims to engage audiences with ground-breaking topics ranging from the arts to the sciences and everything in between. With a cup of coffee or tea, sit back and be inspired!

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Edd Zain: The Unregretful Leap of Faith

September 14, 2023 10:45 - 29 minutes - 36.3 MB

Edd Zain is not only a UI/UX Designer; she's a beacon of empowerment and transformation. Having conquered the depths of Major Depressive Disorder (MDD), Edd's story continues as she navigates the intricate landscapes of Bipolar I disorder and psychosis. Through her presence on Twitter, Edd has emerged as a passionate advocate for mental health and mental illnesses. Her insightful discussions on career challenges and her compelling personal blog have resonated deeply with many, leaving an ind...

Ninot Aziz: The Poetics of Literary Heritage

September 14, 2023 10:43 - 51 minutes - 86.2 MB

Embark on a captivating exploration of literary heritage as we sit down with the remarkable Ninot Aziz. Join us for an enchanting journey through the rich tapestry of words, where Ninot delves into the intricate artistry of preserving and reviving literary traditions. In this thought-provoking episode, she unravels the enduring poetics woven into the very fabric of our cultural legacy. From ancient manuscripts to modern interpretations, Ninot Aziz's expertise in literary heritage unveils th...

Dr. Nooranida: The Art of Scrutinising Artificial Limbs

April 12, 2023 07:33 - 45 minutes - 53.4 MB

Dr Nooranida is a senior lecturer at the University of Malaya. She specialises in rehabilitation engineering and has been in the field for almost two decades. In this episode, we get to understand deeper what biomechanics, prosthetics and orthotics are alongside knowing what researchers in the field do. Dr Nooranida shares her inspiring story of how she developed her love and passion for the field and describes the motivating inspiration of changing people's lives. We get a better look at t...

Azzad Mahdzir: How Emotions Create Identity

March 27, 2023 06:17 - 39 minutes - 44.5 MB

Azzad Mahdzir's resume packs a punch. He's not only the co-founder of empathyforyouth.com, he's also an emotional literacy educator, a therapeutic art practitioner as well as a mindful breathing and meditation facilitator. The COVID-19 pandemic has created a massive impact on everyone. The aftermath has created ranges of losses, emotions and opportunities. In this episode, Azzad discusses how he found a way back into teaching and discovered a new passion for meditating. We also learn more a...

Dr. Kendy Mitot: The Artist of Borneo

March 20, 2023 04:00 - 31 minutes - 33.2 MB

In the fourth episode of The Discovery Series, walk through the mind of Sarawakian indigenous artist, Dr. Kendy Mitot, to discover the beauty of art in promoting the Indigenous culture in Malaysia. Throughout the episode, you'll hear Dr. Mitot speak how he first pursued art and what his creative process comprises of. Beyond his own art, Dr. Mitot is a passionate advocate for the preservation of Sarawakian cultural heritage. He'll discuss the challenges and opportunities that indigenous artis...

Siti Sarah Mustaffa: Finding Ourselves with Neuroscience

January 30, 2023 09:55 - 29 minutes - 16.2 MB

To understand ourselves better is to value what goes on in our bodies. In this episode, we discuss a few branches of neuroscience, how neuroscience helps us to understand ourselves better, the alarming prevalence of neurodegenerative diseases and tips on how to sharpen our brains. Do listen to receive inspiration from our delighted guest, Sarah Mustaffa.

Siti Sarah Mustaffa: Finding Ourselves within Neuroscience

January 30, 2023 09:55 - 29 minutes - 16.2 MB

To understand ourselves better is to value what goes on in our bodies. In this episode, we discuss a few branches of neuroscience, how neuroscience helps us to understand ourselves better, the alarming prevalence of neurodegenerative diseases and tips on how to sharpen our brains. Do listen to receive inspiration from our delighted guest, Sarah Mustaffa.

Assc. Prof. Dr. Abdul Latiff Ahmad: Navigating the Global Village

January 16, 2023 10:06 - 29 minutes - 15.9 MB

In today's episode, let's navigate through the global village with Assoc. Prof. Dr. Latiff listening to his journey in building international connections with his expertise in intercultural communications. It all begins with us to accept the differences and celebrate the similarities in our culture to make the world a Global Village. Tune in now and get a glimpse of his journey!

TEDxUKM High Committee: The Power of Ideas

January 03, 2023 01:03 - 26 minutes - 16.1 MB

The Discovery Series is a bi-weekly podcast which aims to engage audiences with ground-breaking topics ranging from the arts to the sciences and everything in between. In this introductory episode, we dive into the story and values of TEDxUKM and the importance of bringing impact to local communities with ideas with Jia Wei, Audrey and Siro.

Netusha: Conceiving footprint from the past for better future

December 10, 2021 15:26 - 1 hour - 86 MB

It all began with her love for history during her school days. However, young Netusha soon found that the mainstream narratives of history in our education system were racialized. This phenomenon appeared to be very jarring to Netusha.  Her quest to search for answers on the existence of extreme racial stereotypes in our history was futile, as many of her questions were not answered. Hop into this episode to hear more from Netusha.

Karishma Menon: Embrace Your True Beauty

November 28, 2021 04:56 - 39 minutes - 54.2 MB

Embrace what you were born with because it’s beautiful. Starting off with her own personal experience whereby not many people around her shared the same hair texture as her or someone who knew how to style her hair, Dr. Karishma Menon, a curly hair enthusiast and a dentist did not give up on her hair. Knowing that there’s potential in her natural textured hair, she decided to be a part of the solution by starting to cast around for useful information from overseas and thus the beginning of t...

Mustaqim Jiwa: Dalam Penulisan, Ada Keajaiban

November 13, 2021 13:11 - 32 minutes - 45.2 MB

Bermula perjalanan dalam dunia terbitan buku. Mustaqim Jiwa, atau lebih dikenali sebagai dengan gelaran Jiwa, merupakan pegasas untuk gedung penerbitan Nukilan Biruni dan penerbit buku Teruntuk Langit yang Bercanda. Kini karya-karya beliau telah mendapat perhatian di kalangan pembaca Malaysia. Nama ‘Biruni’ dalam Nukilan Biruni dipetik sebagai titik permulaan beliau dalam bidang keusahawanan. Katanya, idea penamaan ini diilham daripada tokoh cendekiawan dan ahli sains Islam yang bernama ‘Al-...

Rachel Ang: Voyage of an Avid Reader to a Book Vendor.

October 31, 2021 04:59 - 24 minutes - 33.2 MB

Before the start of a fantastic story, one must be brave enough to turn the page. And for Rachel Ang, who has been working in sales and marketing for 20 years—from jewellery to selling insurance—she already experienced enough stories to know that it is time for her to turn onto the next page and chapter in her life. So in July 2016, she decided to turn into a new chapter of life. The new story she has been looking for and thus the beginning of an online bookshop called Books n Bob. But this ...

Nelson Ng: Malaysians have Access to Education. Myth or Fact?

October 16, 2021 05:06 - 33 minutes - 46.4 MB

Education is the most essential to be earned in the 21st century. We are living in the society whereby financial is the one of the keys to access education. Education is supposedly deserved equally to every human. Nelson sees there are a lot of young, bright, and talented students, but they struggled to finance their education. He led a project called "Project ED," which had the noble goal of empowering students to pursue their dreams of enrolling in local higher education institutions. Let'...