General https://www.bfm.my/ en-us BFM Media 60 Pulse Picks: Warpaint, Chuck Strangers, Erika de Casier, DIIV https://www.bfm.my/podcast/night-shift/the-pulse/pulse-picks-warpaint-chuck-strangers-erika-de-casier-diiv https://www.bfm.my/podcast/night-shift/the-pulse/pulse-picks-warpaint-chuck-strangers-erika-de-casier-diiv Wed, 27 Mar 2024 22:00:33 +0800 The Pulse brings you the latest news in the music world and fresh new music that might've missed your radar.

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Local Natives - April

Warpaint - Underneath

Erika de Casier - Test It

Okvsho - Between Us

Cloud Nothings - I’d Get Along

Sharon Jones & The Dap-Kings - Don’t Wanna Lose You

DIIV - Everyone Out

Chuck Strangers - Grasp (ft. Obii Say)

Logic 1000 - Every Lil’ (ft. DJ Plead & MJ Nebreda)

ZHU & Sabrina Claudio - Settle For Less

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Mercedes EQE 500 4Matic SUV: Large, Luxury, Electric https://www.bfm.my/podcast/night-shift/cruise-control/mercedes-eqe-500-4matic-suv-large-luxury-electric https://www.bfm.my/podcast/night-shift/cruise-control/mercedes-eqe-500-4matic-suv-large-luxury-electric Wed, 27 Mar 2024 20:00:13 +0800 This week on Cruise Control, Ali and Daniel take us through the latest in the automotive world.

First up, we get the gears going with news of the latest car launches in Malaysia: from the surprising Chery Tiggo 7 Pro and Isuzu Motors' recently revealed electric 1-ton D-Max pickup truck, to the brand new Audi Q6 e-tron and a first look at BMW's all-electric offering, the Neue Klasse X concept SUV. We also find out when we can expect to see them in our showrooms so we can test drive them for ourselves.

Next, we shift gears as we discuss the recently announced Online Motor Vehicles De-Registration System (e-Dereg), which JPJ hopes will tackle the age-old issue of abandoned cars that populate housing areas. For anyone guilty of leaving a car idle for years, Daniel has one piece of advice: Sell the car.

Finally, we get a peek at the Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 4Matic SUV. What does the latest addition to the Mercedes EQ family bring to the table as it joins the growing lineup of SUVs on the market? Tune in to hear Daniel's thoughts on the car!

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Can Boycotts Change The World? https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/inside-story/can-boycotts-change-the-world https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/inside-story/can-boycotts-change-the-world Wed, 27 Mar 2024 18:00:10 +0800 It's the very first episode of our new debate series, in which two debaters get into a topic, live on air. We're kicking of the show with the topic: Are boycotts an effective tool for people to influence political or social change? For this, we'll be hearing from two debaters, Muhyuddin Ahsan and Lee Yan Cheng. This show is in collaboration with Malaysian Institute For Debate and Public Speaking. You can find them on their website, Instagram, Facebook and X.

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Top 5 At 5: Scrutinizing STEM Salaries https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/evening-edition/top-5-at-5-scrutinizing-stem-salaries https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/evening-edition/top-5-at-5-scrutinizing-stem-salaries Wed, 27 Mar 2024 17:00:22 +0800 Today's top 5 stories are:

1. Our mini Popek Popek Parlimen, where we cover updates from the Dewan Rakyat. Today's main topics: renewable energy project between UAE company Masdar and MIDA, taxes and e-invoice, and the implementation of the Malaysian Checkpoint and Border Agency (MCBA).

2. Last Friday, southern Thailand witnessed multiple bombings and arson attacks by insurgents who have been in conflict with the government for decades. This incident happened 20 years after the Tak Bai Massacre, where 85 villagers from south of Thailand were killed by Thai authorities.

3. AirAsia announces 22,000 fixed-fare seats for citizens who are returning to East Malaysia to celebrate Hari Raya, but not all flyers are benefitting off this initiative.

4. Onion prices are expected to rise with ongoing supply issues, and the government is looking at India to import 100,000 tonnes of this vegetable ahead of the Hari Raya celebrations, as onions are a staple ingredient in many dishes.

5. And today's top story: the interest in STEM studies and wages has been at a consistent low in Malaysia, which is detrimental to the growth of our country. We discuss how companies can recruit and retain engineers through higher wages and better working conditions.

For these stories, we heard from Bunn Nagara, Director and Senior Fellow at the BRI Caucus for Asia-Pacific and Honorary Fellow at the Perak Academy, Luqman Zulkifli, Mohd Fauzain Izzuddin Ahmad Fauzi, and Datuk Wira Dr Ameer Ali Mydin, Managing Director of Mydin.

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Life Doesn't Pause #4: Is The Perimenopause Brain OK? https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/health-and-living/life-doesnt-pause-4-is-the-perimenopause-brain-ok https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/health-and-living/life-doesnt-pause-4-is-the-perimenopause-brain-ok Wed, 27 Mar 2024 16:00:43 +0800 Feeling a bit more brain fog than usual? Getting forgetful, but chalking it up to stress and fatigue? If you're a woman in your 40s, there could be another reason - perimenopause. Hormone changes can have an effect on the brain, but are these effects permanent over the longer term? We talk about whether menopause brain is real, even in the years preceding, and whether dementia is a risk that perimenopausal women need to be concerned about.


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莫斯科遭血腥恐攻屠杀,普丁矛头指向乌克兰 https://www.bfm.my/podcast/caijin/news-flow/news-politic-russia-putin https://www.bfm.my/podcast/caijin/news-flow/news-politic-russia-putin Wed, 27 Mar 2024 16:00:00 +0800 这是一场发生在莫斯科克洛库斯音乐厅的惨剧。在上周五(22号)晚上,这座拥有6200个座位的音乐厅在一场演唱会开始前,遭遇了至少五名持枪歹徒的袭击,他们进行了无差别的射击,还扔了手榴弹并纵火。截至目前,已有143人不幸遇难,逾140人受伤。俄罗斯联邦安全局向普京报告说,已经逮捕了11名嫌疑犯,其中包括四名开枪的凶手,据说他们当时企图逃往俄乌边境,其中部分是塔吉克人。总统普京在全国讲话中对乌克兰暗示涉案,并表示将追捕并惩罚所有幕后凶手,但却完全没有提到已经承认责任的“恐怖组织”,随后也宣布全国将于24日降半旗哀悼一天。

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A Toolkit For Marine Conservation https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/earth-matters/a-toolkit-for-marine-conservation https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/earth-matters/a-toolkit-for-marine-conservation Wed, 27 Mar 2024 15:00:48 +0800 In Terengganu’s Pulau Redang, the community is actively engaged in protecting their marine ecosystem, particularly focusing on coral reef restoration with the support of Reef Check Malaysia and the Redang Marine Conservation Group (RMCG). Six locals trained by Reef Check Malaysia's Cintai Redang team have achieved significant milestones within a year, including rescuing 750 coral fragments, removing 274 kg of ghost nets, and eliminating 89 Crown-of-Thorns starfish (COTS). They've also established partnerships with local schools and developed a national community-based Coral Rehabilitation Toolkit, aimed at guiding communities in coral conservation efforts, which has been piloted successfully. Supported by various organisations and funded by the National Conservation Trust Fund, the toolkit offers comprehensive strategies for assessing, rehabilitating, and sustaining coral reefs, including community engagement and tourist involvement for long-term sustainability. We find out more about this conservation success from Julian Hyde, the General Manager of Reef Check Malaysia.

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The Klang Valley Needs 7000 Buses Yesterday! https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/beyond-the-ballot-box/the-klang-valley-needs-7000-buses-yesterday https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/beyond-the-ballot-box/the-klang-valley-needs-7000-buses-yesterday Wed, 27 Mar 2024 14:00:41 +0800 The Greater Klang Valley is a wonderfully diverse city of 8 million people and growing. And if there’s one thing the millions of people share is our frustration with the consistently congested streets. But what can we do about it?

SocDem Malaysia is a new centre-left Think Tank. They recently released a research paper arguing that the central problem is the lack of a complete public transportation network, anchored by buses. They argue that if we are serious about tackling this problem, the Klang Valley needs 7000 more buses on the road. 

We speak to the co-founders of SocDem Malaysia, Rajiv Rishyakaran, (who’s also the ADUN of Bukit Gasing) and Kusaaliny Mahendran, (who’s also a Councillor at Petaling Jaya City Council (MBPJ). 

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Take That Leap Now: Digitising Small Businesses https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/enterprise-biz-bytes/take-that-leap-now-digitising-small-businesses https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/enterprise-biz-bytes/take-that-leap-now-digitising-small-businesses Wed, 27 Mar 2024 12:00:59 +0800 2024 - We are almost at the end of the first quarter of the year! Now is a suitable time to reevaluate how small and medium-sized businesses are “feeling” about the economy.

Malaysian SMEs enter 2024 with a mix of optimism and caution. A recent report by Employment Hero found that an impressive 79% of SMEs are confident about their own growth prospects, despite concerns about rising costs and inflation. This sentiment reflects a sense of resilience after challenging years, with many businesses looking forward to new opportunities.

To gain a deeper understanding of these trends, this episode of Enterprise Explores delves into the findings of the 2024 SME Sentiments Report by Employment Hero with Kevin Fitzgerald, the Managing Director for Asia at Employment Hero.

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探索青少年踏上财务自由之路 https://www.bfm.my/podcast/caijin/li-cai-hao-hao-xue/financial-teenagers-education https://www.bfm.my/podcast/caijin/li-cai-hao-hao-xue/financial-teenagers-education Wed, 27 Mar 2024 12:00:00 +0800 过去,青少年很少有机会接触到理财教育,通常是在开始工作后才开始有机会学习如何理财。但现在随着互联网的普及,我们可以轻松地获取大量的理财资讯。然而,要找到正确可靠的信息并不容易,这就需要我们具备一定程度的理财知识和辨别能力。只有掌握了正确的理财知识,我们才能对投资有一定的认识,从而开始进行正规的投资。正所谓,早日着手理财,实现财务自由并非遥不可及。

 

 

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Technology Meets Tradition: Transforming Agriculture in Malaysia https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/resource-centre/technology-meets-tradition-transforming-agriculture-in-malaysia https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/resource-centre/technology-meets-tradition-transforming-agriculture-in-malaysia Wed, 27 Mar 2024 11:00:40 +0800 The agriculture sector in Malaysia stands as an important pillar of the nation's economy, contributing significantly to its GDP and employment of a large workforce as well. With a rich diversity of crops ranging from palm oil and rubber to tropical fruits and vegetables, the industry is vital for domestic consumption and also for export.

However, the sector faces multifaceted challenges, including traditional supply chain inefficiencies, the urgent need for sustainable practices amidst climate change, and the necessity to embrace technological advancements to stay competitive globally.

In this evolving landscape, Haroct Technologies (HAROCT) enters the market with an aim to transform the fresh produce value chain by leveraging technology to create a more efficient, transparent, and sustainable ecosystem. It offers a digital marketplace that facilitates direct transactions between farmers and B2B buyers, bypassing traditional middlemen to ensure fairer prices and more secure dealings.

In this episode, we speak with Dylan Lee, the Founder and CEO of Haroct Technologies, on how the company’s approach can help to improve the economic welfare of small-scale farmers, as well as addressing broader issues such as food security and the environmental impact of farming practices.

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VIDANEX: Leveraging AI to Detect and Diagnose Cancer https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/open-for-business/vidanex-leveraging-ai-to-detect-and-diagnose-cancer https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/open-for-business/vidanex-leveraging-ai-to-detect-and-diagnose-cancer Wed, 27 Mar 2024 10:00:29 +0800 Founded back in November 2023, VIDANEX is the first spin-off company of IMU (also formerly known as International Medical University), with a mission to help digitalise the healthcare space and integrate AI with medical imaging solutions.

From pancreatic to breast cancer and more, this homegrown university spinoff says that its AI-driven insights will empower clinicians to make informed decisions, ultimately improving patient outcomes and ushering in a new era of precision in medicine and patient-centric care.

On top of that, their solution is supposed to help digitalise healthcare by enabling clinicians to transition seamlessly from traditional to modern processes, optimizing efficiency and improving patient care.

All of that sounds inevitably great, but what does it actually mean, look, and feel like in the real world? Well, that is something we will get into, along with the exploration of Dr. Elaine and Daniel's backgrounds, including how they came together to do this.

We also discuss the genesis of their venture and its commercialisation journey, where they are currently on their engagements with the government, and the future aspirations that drive Vidanex.

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Malaysia's Property Sector Set For A Strong 2024 https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-property-show/malaysias-property-sector-juwai-iqi-outlook-2024 https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-property-show/malaysias-property-sector-juwai-iqi-outlook-2024 Wed, 27 Mar 2024 09:30:55 +0800 The Real Estate & Housing Developers' Association Malaysia's members continue to be optimistic about the local property market this year, although concerns remain over rising input costs and changing trends. The Property Show this week speaks to Shahid Saleem, the Group Chief Financial Officer at Juwai-IQI Global for his insights into what's to come as we wrap up Q1 of 2024.

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UNM: Student Experience and Wellbeing https://www.bfm.my/podcast/marketplace/mp/unm-student-experience-and-wellbeing-patrick-joseph https://www.bfm.my/podcast/marketplace/mp/unm-student-experience-and-wellbeing-patrick-joseph Wed, 27 Mar 2024 09:15:26 +0800 Whether you're a trailblazer or a reserved individual with budding interests, the University of Nottingham Malaysia offers a conducive and safe environment to cultivate all your skills and passions. Patrick Joseph, Registrar of the University of Nottingham Malaysia talks about campus life at the university and how building social skills and confidence is key to ensuring that all students and staff are empowered whilst leaving a positive community impact.

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Bullish Outlook for Construction Counters https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/market-watch/construction-mrt-lrt-rail-train-road-project-malaysia https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/market-watch/construction-mrt-lrt-rail-train-road-project-malaysia Wed, 27 Mar 2024 09:15:06 +0800 The Malaysian construction sector ended 2023 on a high, with total construction work value reaching RM132 billion ringgit, the highest in 4 years. Can this momentum be sustained in 2024? We discuss the outlook for the sector with Chong Tjen-san of CGS International Securities.

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Changes At The Top To Keep Boeing Airborne https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/boeing-ceo-safety-airline-plane-panel-manufacturing-jet https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/boeing-ceo-safety-airline-plane-panel-manufacturing-jet Wed, 27 Mar 2024 08:45:50 +0800 Boeing has seen crisis after crisis since 2 crashes involving its 737MAX planes. More recently, a panel that exposed a hole in an Alaska Airlines jet shortly after takeoff, raised questions about Boeing's production processes. Greg Waldron, the Asia Managing Editor of FlightGlobal talks about the impact the recently announced changes at Boeing's top management might have on its fortunes.

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Police Act Amendments Under Scrutiny https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/police-act-parliament-agung-malaysia-civil-power https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/police-act-parliament-agung-malaysia-civil-power Wed, 27 Mar 2024 08:30:17 +0800 The Police (Amendment) Bill 2024 was passed with little fanfare in the Dewan Rakyat last week but has since sparked significant debate. The bill also increases penalties for several offences, including obstructing police orders and failing to comply with instructions with fines potentially reaching up to RM10,000 and up to two years imprisonment. Do the Police Act amendments adequately balance considerations of civil liberty versus national security? We discuss this with lawyer Kee Shu Min.

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Minor International: The Hospitality Group With Major Plans https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-breakfast-grille/minor-international-hospitality-hotel-anantara-restaurant-tourism https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-breakfast-grille/minor-international-hospitality-hotel-anantara-restaurant-tourism Wed, 27 Mar 2024 08:00:15 +0800 Minor International, a Thai multinational company, listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand, is involved mainly in the hotel and restaurant industries in over 50 countries. In Malaysia, it runs the Anantara Desaru and the Avani Goldcoast Resort Sepang. Its CEO Dillip Rajakarier talks about the plans to have 780 hotels and 3,700 restaurants by 2026.

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Risk of Citizenship Amendments Harming Rightful Malaysians https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/citizenship-amendments-mother-malaysia-saifuddin-parliament-table https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/citizenship-amendments-mother-malaysia-saifuddin-parliament-table Wed, 27 Mar 2024 07:45:01 +0800 Last week, the Home Minister Dato’ Seri Saifuddin Nasution announced the government will not proceed with two of five proposed constitutional amendments that would impact the citizenship of foundlings and abandoned babies, following massive public outcry.  However, this was only a partial victory for advocates - the remaining 4 regressive amendments were still tabled for the first reading in Dewan Rakyat on Monday. We speak to Suri Kempe of Family Frontiers about the negative implications of the regressive amendments.

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The Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Resolution: A Turning Point? https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/israel-hamas-gaza-un-security-council-ceasefire-us https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/israel-hamas-gaza-un-security-council-ceasefire-us Wed, 27 Mar 2024 07:30:13 +0800 For the first time, the United States did not use its veto power to kill a United Nations Security Council resolution calling for an immediate ceasefire between Israel and Palestinian group Hamas. The legally binding resolution has now been passed with the other 14 members voting yes. Carrie Nooten, the UN Correspondent for Le Monde and Radio France Internationale helps put this development into context.

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Exuberance Over Fed Rate Cuts Driving Asset Prices https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/market-watch/fed-rate-cute-currency-asset-price-gold-indonesia https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/market-watch/fed-rate-cute-currency-asset-price-gold-indonesia Wed, 27 Mar 2024 07:00:09 +0800 Asset prices all around the world are moving up at the same time - from stocks to gold to Bitcoin. What factors are driving the appreciation, and how sustainable is it going to be? We discuss the trends with Vishnu Varathan of Mizuho Bank.

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A Call For Calm In the KK Mart Controversy https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/inside-story/a-call-for-calm-in-the-kk-mart-controversy https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/inside-story/a-call-for-calm-in-the-kk-mart-controversy Tue, 26 Mar 2024 18:00:22 +0800 Headlines have been awash with the KK Mart controvesy, with the latest being that a branch in Bidor, Perak, was targeted by a failed Molotov cocktail, even as charges have also been levied against KK Mart's founder, and director respectively. As the news continues highlighting this issue, we play some clips from Khairy Jamaluddin and Shahril Hamdan's Keluar Sekejap episode, and ask our listeners how to de-escalate tensions, and discuss how we can build bridges in a multicultural society.

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Top 5 At 5: Resolution For Ceasefire in Gaza https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/evening-edition/top-5-at-5-resolution-for-ceasefire-in-gaza https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/evening-edition/top-5-at-5-resolution-for-ceasefire-in-gaza Tue, 26 Mar 2024 17:00:06 +0800 Today's top 5 stories are:

1. Our mini Popek Popek Parlimen, where we cover updates from the Dewan Rakyat. Today, we look at the possible impact of the the SST increase, the decline in STEM interest from students as well as discussions on the low registration rate of PADU, particularly among non-Malays.

2. Calls to reconsider the amendments to the citizenship law, ahead of its second reading in parliament tomorrow. Civil society groups have labelled these amendments as regressive.

3. The introduction of artificial intelligence in primary schools curriculums starting in 2027.

4. Suggestions to increase student quota for Indians in Matriculation.

5. And today's top story: The UN Security Council has adopted a resolution demanding a ceasefire in Gaza during Ramadan.

For these stories, we heard from Maalini Ramalo, director of Social Protection for the Development of Human Resources for Rural Areas, Danutcha Catriona Singh, the managing director of the SOLS Foundation. We also heard from Paniirselvam Jayarama, assistant director of the Constituency Coordination Department of APPGM-SDG and Senator Dato’ Sivaraj Chandran.

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马华如何在乱世中脱颖而出?魏家祥:不挖苦政府,务实提出问题 https://www.bfm.my/podcast/caijin/cai-jin-kao-wen/news-malaysia-government-mca https://www.bfm.my/podcast/caijin/cai-jin-kao-wen/news-malaysia-government-mca Tue, 26 Mar 2024 17:00:00 +0800 第15届大选结束后,马华在政治舞台上扮演着一个关键的角色。他们需要考虑到国阵内部的团结,同时又要与政治宿敌行动党合作。在这样错综复杂的政治局面下,马华是否需要重新审视其应对策略?他们的政治立场又是什么?面对民间对团结政府的不满声音,马华又将如何回应?在政治局势混乱的情况下,马华该如何确保团结政府的稳定执政,同时又能够站在反对党的角度监督政府?作为一个老牌政党,马华又将如何在此时脱颖而出?我们很荣幸邀请到马华总会长魏家祥,为我们解答这些重要问题。

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Screening for Colorectal Cancer https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/health-and-living/screening-for-colorectal-cancer https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/health-and-living/screening-for-colorectal-cancer Tue, 26 Mar 2024 16:00:00 +0800 The idea of undergoing a colonoscopy can be daunting, but it is one of the tools we have for picking up colorectal cancer early, as the disease often has no symptoms in the early stages. So how often should you have a colonoscopy? How do you know if you need one? And is that the only screening option for colorectal cancer? Find out from Dato’ Dr Meheshinder Singh, consultant colorectal surgeon from Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur.

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Cipta Seni Incubator: A Development Program For Artists! https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/live-and-learn/cipta-seni-incubator-a-development-program-for-artists https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/live-and-learn/cipta-seni-incubator-a-development-program-for-artists Tue, 26 Mar 2024 15:00:05 +0800 The Cipta Seni Incubator is a new artist development programme for performance artists based in Malaysia. It’s a three-month artist development programme in Malaysia in which participants will receive guidance and feedback on their work. There will be mentorship and workshops, culminating in a live event where participants will get to showcase their work-in-progress to an audience. The programme will be running from May to September this year.  We speak to Sharmilla Ganesan and Tom Curteis, Co-Founders, Cipta Seni Incubator.

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Public Service Reform: From Pensions to EPF – Good Move? https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/beyond-the-ballot-box/public-service-reform-from-pensions-to-epf-good-move https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/beyond-the-ballot-box/public-service-reform-from-pensions-to-epf-good-move Tue, 26 Mar 2024 14:00:11 +0800 The government of Malaysia has announced its intention to abolish the popular pension system for future civil service recruits and switch to retirement funds by way of EPF savings.  

But is this a good move – one that would benefit members of the civil service and the country as a whole or will this be detrimental to members of the civil service, especially those earning lower wages? 

We speak to Lee Hwok-Aun, Senior Fellow of the Regional Economic Studies Programme, and Coordinator of the Malaysia Studies Programme, ISEAS – Yusof Ishak Institute. 

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Malaysia - The Next Hotbed for Tech Startups? https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/enterprise-biz-bytes/malaysia-the-next-hotbed-for-tech-startups https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/enterprise-biz-bytes/malaysia-the-next-hotbed-for-tech-startups Tue, 26 Mar 2024 12:00:57 +0800 Today, Enterprise explores the state of the tech startup ecosystem and how the funding and investment narrative within this space has evolved over the years with:

Peter Murray, Country Manager at Amazon Web Services (AWS) Malaysia and Emerging Markets

Kamarul Muhamed, Founder & Group CEO at Aerodyne Group, a Malaysian based tech startup that’s ranked as the world's #1 drone service provider

And Khailee Ng, Managing Partner at 500 Global, a venture capital firm with $2.4 billion in assets under management.

On the show today, Pete, Kamarul and Khailee will help us break down the importance of establishing partnerships for tech startups, the challenges faced by entrepreneurs within this space, and the future of Malaysia’s tech startup ecosystem.

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Home Cooked Meals For Your Pets https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/open-for-business/home-cooked-meals-for-your-pets https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/open-for-business/home-cooked-meals-for-your-pets Tue, 26 Mar 2024 10:00:03 +0800 Today on Open For Business, we speak with Keith Lester Tang, the Founder of Streetpaw, a Malaysian based company that sells pet meals, bone broths and merchandise to earn a sustainable income in their journey to support stray animals.

Over the course of the conversation, Keith will help us get a better picture on Streetpaw’s unique business model, the challenges they had to pull through from the pandemic, foreseeable expansion plans into other SEA markets, and what the future has in store for Streetpaw in 2024.

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ESG Disclosures Made Simple For Malaysian SMEs https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/people-planet-profit/esg-disclosures-malaysia-sme-capital-market-guideline https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/people-planet-profit/esg-disclosures-malaysia-sme-capital-market-guideline Tue, 26 Mar 2024 09:30:54 +0800 Malaysian SMEs are increasingly being asked to provide ESG disclosures from global supply chain partners looking to achieve net zero emissions targets. To help SMEs stay competitive, Capital Markets Malaysia (CMM) issued the Simplified ESG Disclosure Guidelines (SEDG) last year that demystifies the disclosure process. We discuss the genesis and impact of the SEDGs so far with Navina Balasingam of CMM.

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Impact Of Central Banks' Decisions On Currencies https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/market-watch/central-bank-usd-yen-fed-interest-rate-japan-boj-gold https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/market-watch/central-bank-usd-yen-fed-interest-rate-japan-boj-gold Tue, 26 Mar 2024 09:15:42 +0800 Last week saw the US Federal Reserve maintaining interest rates but signalling at least 3 reductions are imminent. Meanwhile, the Bank of Japan has finally ended an era of negative interest rates. Luca Santos, a currency analyst at ACY Securities helps us understand the impact these decisions have had on the USD and JPY and what the future may hold for their values going forward.

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Making Affordable Financial Products & Services More Accessible https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/bank-negara-financial-inclusion-framework https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/bank-negara-financial-inclusion-framework Tue, 26 Mar 2024 08:30:34 +0800 Bank Negara hopes its Financial Inclusion Framework 2023 to 2026 will result in affordable financial products and services available to all segments of Malaysian society, regardless of geographical location or income level. The key here is to expand digital financial services. Vincent Fong, Chief Editor of Fintech News Malaysia looks at the developments so far.

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Liberty Insurance, Growing Their Lead In Malaysia https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-breakfast-grille/liberty-insurance-merger-amgeneral-auto-policy-premium https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-breakfast-grille/liberty-insurance-merger-amgeneral-auto-policy-premium Tue, 26 Mar 2024 08:00:34 +0800 General Insurance is a competitive industry one with 19 players faced with inflationary pressure that impact cost whilst dampening demand. Puneet Parischa, CEO of Liberty Insurance tells us how the company faces these headwinds whilst telling us about the integration process.

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How Can Malaysian Capital Markets Stay Competitive? https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/securities-commission-capital-markets https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/securities-commission-capital-markets Tue, 26 Mar 2024 07:45:33 +0800 The Malaysian capital market showed resilience despite slow recovery in 2023 amid global headwinds, according to the Securities Commission Malaysia in its latest 2023 annual report published yesterday. We speak to Ng Zhu Hann, CEO and founder of Tradeview Capital on the key highlights of the SC’s report as well as measures that can be taken to boost the competitiveness of the country’s capital market.

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Terrorist Attack In Moscow, Implications In Ukraine https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/russia-attack-moscow-isis-ukraine-war-putin https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/russia-attack-moscow-isis-ukraine-war-putin Tue, 26 Mar 2024 07:30:25 +0800 Islamic State has claimed reponsibility for a terrorist attack at a concert hall in Moscow, resulting in the loss of over 130 lives. Four men have been charged with committing an act of terrorism. Dr Alexey Muraviev, Associate Professor of National Security and Strategic Studies at Curtin University talks about how this development might affect President Vladimir Putin's offensive in Ukraine, now into its third year.

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Sticky Inflation Complicates the US Fed's Rate Path https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/market-watch/pce-inflation-rate-cut-fed-us-market-boeing https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/market-watch/pce-inflation-rate-cut-fed-us-market-boeing Tue, 26 Mar 2024 07:00:29 +0800 The US Fed’s preferred gauge of underlying inflation, the PCE Indicator, is due to be released this week. How might the latest data affect the projections for interest rate cuts in the coming months? We discuss this and other market trends with Joe Quinlan, Chief Market Strategist, US Trust-BOA Private Wealth Management.

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BFM x KKP Monthly Round-up - March 2024 https://www.bfm.my/podcast/night-shift/ggwp/bfm-x-kkp-monthly-round-up-march-2024 https://www.bfm.my/podcast/night-shift/ggwp/bfm-x-kkp-monthly-round-up-march-2024 Mon, 25 Mar 2024 21:00:56 +0800 It’s a month full of meaty updates for longstanding franchises, such as Stardew Valley, with its 1.6 update, as well as for fading franchises that might see a resurgence, in the form of Overwatch 2, with Season 10 bringing about some big changes to the game. Will this be the beginning of a redemption arc for Blizzard’s famous team-based shooter? Elsewhere, legendary game director Amy Hennig returns with Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra, while SNK announced a new Fatal Fury game called Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves. We summarised some of the biggest news in March, and spoke about this month’s releases, including Dragon’s Dogma 2, Rise of the Ronin, and Unicorn Overlord, among others.

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Can Malaysia Overcome Mighty Oman? https://www.bfm.my/podcast/night-shift/just-for-kicks/can-malaysia-overcome-mighty-oman https://www.bfm.my/podcast/night-shift/just-for-kicks/can-malaysia-overcome-mighty-oman Mon, 25 Mar 2024 19:30:05 +0800 We set our sights on the 2026 World Cup / 2027 Asia Cup qualifiers where Malaysia went down fighting 2-0 to Oman in Muscat. Will Kim Pan Gon's men pick themselves up and exact revenge against the world #80 in the upcoming reverse tie in Bukit Jalil? Elsewhere, we talk international friendlies as 17-year-old Endrick proved that Real Madrid made the right gamble by taking a chance on him when he knocked in the match's solidarity goal vs England at Wembley. Toni Kross returned as Germany won away convincingly at the Parc Olympique Lyonnais vs 2022 WC finalists France. All that plus EPL and MFL chats here on Just For Kicks.

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Extinguishing the Flames of Radicalisation https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/inside-story/extinguishing-the-flames-of-radicalisation https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/inside-story/extinguishing-the-flames-of-radicalisation Mon, 25 Mar 2024 18:00:33 +0800 Malaysia holds a significant position as a transnational hub for various networks, including those with extremist ideologies. Against the backdrop of distressing events like the ongoing Gaza conflict, concerns about radicalization loom large. Tonight, we are joined by Aizat Shamsuddin, who sheds light on the intricate processes of radicalization, and the challenges that remain in rehabiliting radicals towards a better future..

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Top 5 At 5: BDS Malaysia Speaks Out! https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/evening-edition/top-5-at-5-bds-malaysia-speaks-out https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/evening-edition/top-5-at-5-bds-malaysia-speaks-out Mon, 25 Mar 2024 17:00:51 +0800 Today's top 5 stories are:

1. Our mini Popek Popek Parlimen, where we bring you updates from parliament, including: improving internet services nationwide, the distribution of essential goods and subsidies, and the proposal of enlisting students and youths who are not enrolled in university in PLKN.

2. ISIS-K launched a terrorist attack near Moscow, which has led to 137 casualties.

3. Vivekananda Ashram is in jeopardy after losing its heritage status in the draft KLLP 2040, as interested parties may want to redevelop the land.

4. A math teacher is being investigated by the police for sexually assaulting a secondary school student.

5. And our top story! McDonald's Malaysia has withdrawn their defamation suit against BDS Malaysia, after "positive outcomes" from their mediation talks.

For these stories, we heard from Julia Roknifard from the School of Politics, History and International Relations of University of Nottingham Malaysia, chairman of Save Kuala Lumpur Datuk M. Ali, and lawyer and co-chairperson of CRIB Foundation Ajeet Kaur.

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政客煽动宗教议题杯葛企业,洪伟翔律师: 团结政府处理得很糟糕! https://www.bfm.my/podcast/caijin/news-flow/news-kk-mart-umno https://www.bfm.my/podcast/caijin/news-flow/news-kk-mart-umno Mon, 25 Mar 2024 16:31:19 +0800 马来西亚KK Mart连锁店因销售印有“真主” 字样的袜子而引发争议,巫统青年团长阿克瑪号召民众抵制KK Mart。尽管KK Mart已公开道歉,但阿克瑪继续呼吁穆斯林抵制。此举获得巫统领袖支持,导致抵制行动扩大。我们将探讨抵制活动对政治和经济的影响,以及政府、政治人物和民众在应对此困境中扮演的角色和寻找出路。这一集我们邀请时事评论员洪伟翔律师一同分析他的观点和立场,为我们提供更深入的见解。

 

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NCD Chronicles #17: “I Want To Survive…For My Family” https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/health-and-living/ncd-chronicles-17-i-want-to-survivefor-my-family https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/health-and-living/ncd-chronicles-17-i-want-to-survivefor-my-family Mon, 25 Mar 2024 16:00:20 +0800 How do you go from being an active 44-year-old, to suddenly discovering you have end-stage kidney disease? On this episode of NCD Chronicles, we get a glimpse into Ezi’s life with chronic kidney disease, and how home-based peritoneal dialysis has given him the freedom to continue living a normal life. Consultant nephrologist Dr Azrini Binti Abdul Aziz weighs in to highlight innovations in peritoneal dialysis that have improved the monitoring and support for patients remotely, but also calls for renewed attention on the prevention of chronic kidney disease and end-stage renal disease.

This episode of NCD Chronicles is brought to you by Baxter Healthcare Malaysia: The Kidney Care Journey in the Modern Era.

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Macaranga Wrap-up: March 2024 https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/earth-matters/macaranga-wrap-up-march-2024 https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/earth-matters/macaranga-wrap-up-march-2024 Mon, 25 Mar 2024 15:30:01 +0800 Macaranga Wrap-up is our monthly show on Earth Matters where we give you a roundup of the top environmental news from the month past, curated by the co-founders of the environmental journalism portal Macaranga. Wong Siew Lyn and Law Yao Hua return this March with updates on some illegal wildlife trading cases, involving both African rhinoceros and reptiles. We will also take a look at the recent ruling involving the European Union and the Malaysian government, where the World Trade Organisation rejected Malaysia's complaint against an EU decision that biodiesel made from palm oil should not be considered a renewable biofuel, though the EU will also have to make some adjustments to the measures they introduced. Finally, over in Johor, the Merambong seagrass meadow next to Forest City Johor, is reportedly thriving after restoration. A development + conservation success story? We discuss this and more. 


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Tak Kenal Maka Tak Cinta Ep 12: Semporna https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/earth-matters/tak-kenal-maka-tak-cinta-ep-12-semporna https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/earth-matters/tak-kenal-maka-tak-cinta-ep-12-semporna Mon, 25 Mar 2024 15:00:25 +0800 Tak Kenal Maka Tak Cinta is our ongoing tourism-themed series on Earth Matters, which aims to highlight lesser-known ecotourism spots right here in Malaysia. Done in collaboration with the Ecotourism & Conservation Society Malaysia (ECOMY), we want to take you back to the great outdoors, and experience the many off-the-beaten-track nature spots our country has to offer. Last month, we did an overview of what Tawau, Sabah has to offer, but today we dive into stunning Semporna, nestled on the eastern coast of Borneo and not too far from  Tawau town. We explore the rich history and cultural heritage of this town, and also its breathtaking tapestry of biodiversity, from vibrant coral reefs to lush rainforests. Helping us on this adventure is Andrew Sebastian, the Founder & CEO of the Ecotourism and Conservation Society of Malaysia (ECOMY).

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What Exactly is Bank Negara Malaysia? https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/today-i-learned/what-exactly-is-bank-negara-malaysia https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/today-i-learned/what-exactly-is-bank-negara-malaysia Mon, 25 Mar 2024 14:00:24 +0800 Bank Negara Malaysia, or BNM, is the central bank of Malaysia. We often hear about its pivotal role in Malaysia's economy, in monitoring and perhaps even managing currency exchange rates and OPRs. But what exactly is Bank Negara Malaysia? What are its powers and limitations?

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The Soonicorn Collective: Redefining Unicorns & Startup Advocacy https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/enterprise-biz-bytes/the-soonicorn-collective-redefining-unicorns-and-startup-advocacy https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/enterprise-biz-bytes/the-soonicorn-collective-redefining-unicorns-and-startup-advocacy Mon, 25 Mar 2024 12:00:17 +0800 On this episode, Enterprise Explores the newly-formed Soonicorn Collective and discuss whether building startup unicorns is an outdated notion with Dr Sivapalan Vivekarajah, Senior Partner & Co-Founder of ScaleUp Malaysia Accelerator, and Ramachandran Muniandy, CEO and Co-Founder at Asia Mobiliti. They are both Co-Chairs of the Soonicorn Collective.

The Soonicorn Collective is a platform that is hoping to groom Malaysia's next unicorns and foster a strong startup ecosystem in the country via policy proposals and engagement with government leaders.

Working with Proficeo Consultants and in partnership with Penjana Kapital, they announced the pioneer group of 18 founders within the platform. Some of the names from this batch include Nadira Yusof from Kiddocare, Giden Lim from BLOOMTHIS, and Hui Yik Seong from Direct Lending. All of whom have been on our 10am show - Open For Business.

The Soonicorn Collective is a kind of pivot from the 100 Soonicorns program that was launched just over a year ago. The program focused on monthly discussions between founders on their own experiences and challenges regarding issues faced from the early stage to Series A stage and beyond. The participants also had the opportunity to engage with local and global venture capitalists.

Over the course of this conversation, Doc Siva and Ram will help us get a better understanding on the intention behind the change in program, what this membership-driven platform will look and feel like, and the value it expects to bring not only to founders but also the wider startup ecosystem.

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Why Michele Ferrario Built Stashaway Despite 124 Investor Rejections https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/open-for-business/why-michele-ferrario-built-stashaway-despite-124-investor-rejections https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/open-for-business/why-michele-ferrario-built-stashaway-despite-124-investor-rejections Mon, 25 Mar 2024 10:00:40 +0800 Ex-Zalora CEO, Michele Ferrario did not want to become an entrepreneur but had a need that nobody could provide for here in the region. Despite 124 pre-launch rejections from early-stage investors, he went about trying to build it himself and Stashaway was then born.

Commonly known as robo-advisors, digital wealth managers or digital investment managers as they are known here in Malaysia, were an exciting development in the financial industry with pioneers such as Wealthfront and Betterment leading the charge 15-16 years ago, pushing the idea of making investing cheaper, easier, and more accessible. That said, the industry has struggled to find a profitable footing, with some players in the US having to adjust or pivot their models in order to make it work.

In this episode of Open For Business, we dive into how Stashaway is navigating this challenge, whether their business model actually works, and if so, what is going to get them in the black. Before that, we take a look back in 2016 and find out why the now-former CEO of Zalora switched industries and jumped into the world of wealth management, how Michele and his co-founders built Stashaway, and the key lessons he has learned from the 8 year journey with the company.

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Vietnam's Intriguing Political Structure https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/pressing-matters/vietnams-political-power-structure-economic-foreign-policy https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/pressing-matters/vietnams-political-power-structure-economic-foreign-policy Mon, 25 Mar 2024 09:30:49 +0800 On today’s Pressing Matters, Professor Dwight H. Perkins from Harvard University sheds some light on Vietnam’s political power structures and how it impacts the economic and foreign policy trajectory of the country. We have this timely conversation, following the sudden resignation of its President Vo Van Thuong who resigned from the post which he has held for less than a year.

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E-Dereg Simplifies the Disposal of Old Vehicles https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/vehicle-deregistration-automative-recycling-endoflife-cars-online https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/vehicle-deregistration-automative-recycling-endoflife-cars-online Mon, 25 Mar 2024 08:45:16 +0800 Last week the Ministry of Transport announced that vehicle deregistration will soon be able to be done online via e-Dereg, as part of efforts to make it easier to dispose of end-of-life vehicles. How effective might this policy be? We get industry reactions from Cho Chee Seng, Immediate Past Secretary General of the Malaysian Automotive Recyclers Association (MAARA).

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Where Is Malaysia's Public Education System Heading? https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/malaysia-public-education-system-learning-loss-abolition-dlp https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/malaysia-public-education-system-learning-loss-abolition-dlp Mon, 25 Mar 2024 08:30:36 +0800 The Education Ministry recently announced an intervention curriculum for Standard 1 students to prepare them for the expected 2027 school curriculum, that emphasises mastering literacy and numeracy. This comes as the state of Malaysian education comes under intense scrutiny following the impact of the pandemic and the abolition of the Dual Language Programme. Datin Noor Azimah Abdul Rahim, Chair of the Parent Action Group For Education (PAGE) Malaysia helps us understand the issues at hand.

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Is SEDA Still The Linchpin In Sustainable Energy? https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-breakfast-grille/sustainable-energy-development-authority-renewable-malaysia-tariff-netr https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-breakfast-grille/sustainable-energy-development-authority-renewable-malaysia-tariff-netr Mon, 25 Mar 2024 08:00:34 +0800 The Sustainable Energy Development Authority, better known as SEDA, was set up in 2011 to drive the renewable energy agenda of the country. More than a decade later, Malaysia’s RE ambitions have been redefined under the National Energy Transition Roadmap that was launched in August last year. With the energy transition now a national priority spearheaded by multiple ministries, what role does SEDA play in the broad scheme of things? We pose this question to Dato’ Hamzah Hussin, CEO of SEDA.

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Regulating Online Streaming Content Remains Challenging https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/government-regulate-streaming-online-safety-act-netflix https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/government-regulate-streaming-online-safety-act-netflix Mon, 25 Mar 2024 07:45:18 +0800 With Home minister Saifuddin Nasution expressing his readiness to discuss with the Communications Ministry on the possibility of regulating streaming platforms such as Netflix, we ask Dr Benjamin Loh, Director of the Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions Impact Lab at Taylor's University shares with us if this is a reasonable course of action as well as the possibility of doing so with existing legislation.

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Sectoral Impact Of Subsidy Rationalization https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/target-subsidy-rationalisation-impact-on-individual-sectors https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/target-subsidy-rationalisation-impact-on-individual-sectors Mon, 25 Mar 2024 07:30:30 +0800 Economy minister Rafizi Ramli has warned that any delay in implementing targeted subsidies would cost the government RM2 billion a month in blanket petrol subsidies. It is now depending on a successful PADU initiative to begin reforming how subsidies are doled out. Jeremy Goh, Head of Research at Hong Leong Investment Bank helps us analyse the issue.

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China's Energy Transition Spurs Metal Commodities' Spike https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/market-watch/chinas-energy-transition-copper-silver-commodities-spike https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/market-watch/chinas-energy-transition-copper-silver-commodities-spike Mon, 25 Mar 2024 07:00:42 +0800 What explains the increase in copper and silver despite China's muted manufacturing sector? Kingsley Jones of Jevons Global explains the factors driving commodity prices, and weighs in on Apple's outlook in light of legal challenges.

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POTP Epi535: Hits From The 60s to 80s https://www.bfm.my/podcast/night-shift/pick-of-the-pops/potp-epi535-hits-from-the-60s-to-80s https://www.bfm.my/podcast/night-shift/pick-of-the-pops/potp-epi535-hits-from-the-60s-to-80s Sat, 23 Mar 2024 16:00:31 +0800 Join Patrick Teoh as he takes you on an exhilarating journey down memory lane, igniting nostalgic vibes by carefully curating a collection of timeless hits from the golden era of the 60s to the 80s. Prepare to be transported as he dusts off his cherished vinyl records, delivering foot-stomping beats and hand-clapping melodies that will surely leave you yearning for the music of yesteryears.

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Is There A Right Age To Put Away Your Old Interests? https://www.bfm.my/podcast/night-shift/a-bit-of-culture/is-there-a-right-age-to-put-away-your-old-interests https://www.bfm.my/podcast/night-shift/a-bit-of-culture/is-there-a-right-age-to-put-away-your-old-interests Fri, 22 Mar 2024 21:00:05 +0800 Miriam Margolyes, the actor who played Professor Pomona Sprout in the Harry Potter films recently courted controversy after telling adult Harry Potter fans that they should “grow up” and “get over it”. This riled up our regular guest, Dhanya Nair, a Potterhead herself, and she decided to talk about it on the show. Afterwards, Kam revisits the topic of whether Malaysians read books, this time getting the perspective of ABOC debutant and owner of Lit Books, Fong Min Hun. In the second part of the show, Min Hun shares his thoughts on TV and film adaptations of books, making references to the recently released Dune movie. Tune in to another exciting episode of A Bit of Culture.

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The Deforestation of Nottingham? https://www.bfm.my/podcast/night-shift/just-for-kicks/the-deforestation-of-nottingham https://www.bfm.my/podcast/night-shift/just-for-kicks/the-deforestation-of-nottingham Fri, 22 Mar 2024 19:30:00 +0800 Nottingham Forest became the latest club to be handed points deduction for their failure to comply with the Profit and Sustainability Rules by the Premier League. Forest fan and our longstanding pundit Bob Holmes shares his thoughts on the verdict, and whether the club will survive this moving forward. Elsewhere, it's the international break, and so Bob, Dez and Kam look forward to some international games, including England's friendly against Brazil. They also responded to Malaysia's loss against Oman in the World Cup qualifiers. All these, and more, on another episode of Just For Kicks!

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Would You Take The Money And Run? https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/inside-story/would-you-take-the-money-and-run https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/inside-story/would-you-take-the-money-and-run Fri, 22 Mar 2024 18:00:25 +0800 A pink-and-white luggage bag filled with over RM500,000 in cash was found by a security guard at a parking lot in Damansara Mall. He handed it in to the police, but that got us thinking: Would we do the same? If you found a bag with half a million ringgit in it, would you take it for yourself, or hand it in? We opened it up to listeners, and unsurprisingly got very interesting answers, before our guest, Dr Anasuya Jegathevi Jegathesan joined us to further unpack this ethical and moral quandary.

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Top 5 At 5: Turning The Tide On Our Water Crisis https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/evening-edition/top-5-at-5-turning-the-tide-on-our-water-crisis https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/evening-edition/top-5-at-5-turning-the-tide-on-our-water-crisis Fri, 22 Mar 2024 17:00:59 +0800 Today's top 5 stories are:

1. The United Nations General Assembly has adopted the first global resolution on Artificial Intelligence, to encourage countries to safeguard human rights, protect personal data and monitor AI for risks

2. A look ahead of tomorrow's annual Earth Hour event!

3. The shifting demographic in Chinese vernacular schools, following a Chinese school in Negeri Sembilan seeing more Malay student enrollment.

4. Bersih Chairperson Faisal Aziz alluding that Bersih 6.0 may happen sooner than we think.

5. And our top story: The nationwide water shortage crisis!

For these stories, we heard from Dr Sia Chin Chin, Senior Lecturer at the School of Law and Governance at Taylor’s University, Woon Tai Hai, advisor to the National Tech Association, Dora Hashim, Senior Communications Manager at WWF-Malaysia, Chong Wai Yip, a teacher in SJKC Papan Ipoh.

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Doctor in the House: Are Private Hospitals Liable for Medical Negligence?  https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/health-and-living/doctor-in-the-house-are-private-hospitals-liable-for-medical-negligence https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/health-and-living/doctor-in-the-house-are-private-hospitals-liable-for-medical-negligence Fri, 22 Mar 2024 16:00:52 +0800 The Federal Court recently ruled that private hospitals can also be held liable for medical negligence, meaning that not all the responsibility falls on the doctor alone. What does this mean for the private healthcare system and thus on patients’ healthcare experiences in the private sector? We find out from Charlaine Chin, medico-legal lawyer and Treasurer of the Medico-Legal Society of Malaysia. 


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报税季节必听!拿督蔡兆源教你合法减低税负 https://www.bfm.my/podcast/caijin/news-flow/news-wage-malaysia-tax https://www.bfm.my/podcast/caijin/news-flow/news-wage-malaysia-tax Fri, 22 Mar 2024 16:00:00 +0800 想要合法减少税负却不知从何下手?在这个报税季节,让我们和拿督蔡兆源一起探讨如何最大程度地合法减税!无论你是想了解股票分红是否纳税、租金支出中可扣除的费用,还是如何充分利用父母的医疗费减免,本节目将一一为你解答。别再觉得纳税是愚蠢的行为,学会合法避税,让你的财务更加稳健!

 

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The Priest Who’s Banned From Serving https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/good-things/the-priest-whos-banned-from-serving https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/good-things/the-priest-whos-banned-from-serving Fri, 22 Mar 2024 15:00:07 +0800 Dr Stephen Sizer is the Founder of Peacemaker Trust, a charity dedicated to peacemaking, especially where minorities are persecuted. He’s a Christian Priest (or former priest) and activist known for critiquing Christian Zionism and advocating for Palestinian rights. Despite facing tremendous backlash for his views and advocacy, including getting banned from serving, the 70-year-old has continued to advocate for Palestinian rights.


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Forever Gone But Always Exists https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/front-row/forever-gone-but-always-exists https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/front-row/forever-gone-but-always-exists Fri, 22 Mar 2024 14:30:51 +0800 Aiwei Foo’s first solo exhibition, “Forever Gone But Always Exists” features six recent works on paper by the artist, as well as a piece of performance art. The exhibition and performance are described as the artist’s avenue in challenging the conventional ideas of time and permanence, and through it she explores the nuances of memory, life, and the eternal imprint that transitory things leave behind on the axis of time. We speak to Aiwei to find out more about her eclectic career as an multidisciplinary artist, and what to expect from this first solo exhibition, which is happening at Suma Orientalis Fine Art.

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Bharatanatyam Recitals: Kaivalyam & Tvameva https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/front-row/bharatanatyam-recitals-kaivalyam-and-tvameva https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/front-row/bharatanatyam-recitals-kaivalyam-and-tvameva Fri, 22 Mar 2024 14:00:32 +0800 Kalpana Dance Theatre (KDT) will be presenting a weekend of two solo Bharatanatyam recitals - 'Kaivalyam - a journey to liberation' by Danya Rubinee Lim, and 'Tvameva - to You, I Surrender' by Shobita Nagulendran. Accompanied by a live orchestra, the aim of these double bill solo presentations is to pay obeisance to the roots of Bharatanatyam, which initially started as a solo performing art and was only later popularised as group performances. The dancers featured are both senior dancers of Kalpana Dance Theatre, and both performances will feature entirely new and original choreographies of Bharatanatyam exponent, Shri PT Narendran. We find out what's in store from Artistic Director Shangita Namasivayam, Choreographer Shri PT Narendran, and dancers Danya Rubinee Lim and Shobita Nagulendran. 

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Digital Behaviours Shaping the Future of Businesses https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/enterprise-biz-bytes/digital-behaviours-shaping-the-future-of-businesses https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/enterprise-biz-bytes/digital-behaviours-shaping-the-future-of-businesses Fri, 22 Mar 2024 12:00:07 +0800 In the present time where a digital-first lifestyle pervades every aspect of our lives from communication and entertainment to learning and running businesses, it is important to understand how the digital landscape is shaping our behaviours, preferences, and approaches to available opportunities.

In Malaysia’s rapidly developing digital market, the Meltwater’s 2024 Global Digital Report offers an insightful view of the evolving digital world, revealing the dynamics of Internet penetration, social media trends, and digital behaviours across the globe.

In this episode of Enterprise Explores, we look into the highlights of the 2024 Global Digital Report by Meltwater regarding the challenges and opportunities presented in digital age, focusing on how enhanced connectivity, changing social media preferences, and how technological advancements impact societies and businesses. Together to help us further delve into the topic is David Hickey, the Executive Director for Asia Pacific at Meltwater.

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MSP276. Brainwaves. Sleep, Creativity and Cognitive Performance. https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/resource-centre/msp276-brainwaves-sleep-creativity-and-cognitive-performance https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/resource-centre/msp276-brainwaves-sleep-creativity-and-cognitive-performance Fri, 22 Mar 2024 11:00:45 +0800 Rich and Matt delve into the intricacies of the human brain, exploring how our brains manage energy, creativity, and memory. While fresh brains are undoubtedly faster and sharper, youth doesn’t always guarantee first place: older brains may be better when it comes to cognitive performance.

As they sift through the fast-firing neurons of neuro-plasticity, they come across the unexpected origins of mental fatigue, while Matt peeks inside Rich’s head to try and unpick the origins of creativity and original thinking.

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From Tapau Boxes to Trophies https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/open-for-business/from-tapau-boxes-to-trophies https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/open-for-business/from-tapau-boxes-to-trophies Fri, 22 Mar 2024 10:00:23 +0800 Natureloop is a KL-based company that specialises in designing and manufacturing products made from plastic waste. Instead of being discarded, Natureloop transforms plastic waste into new products such as coasters, customisable plant pots, as well as medals and trophies.

Today on Open For Business, we speak with Brandon Chong Chee Wing, the Founder of Natureloop to breakdown their mission of turning plastic waste into a sustainable resource and signifying the company’s dedication to its quality and responsibility in the pursuit of not just creating products, but also making a positive impact on the planet.

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WTF: Leaders Who Know When To Go https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/whats-the-focus/political-leadership-ai-development-financial-inclusion-commonwealth-2026 https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/whats-the-focus/political-leadership-ai-development-financial-inclusion-commonwealth-2026 Fri, 22 Mar 2024 09:30:03 +0800 The Morning Run crew condenses the top conversations from the week and keeps you clued in on the stories you might have missed. In this episode, we discuss when is the right way and right time for a political leader to step down; the latest AI developments driving market enthusiasm; to what extent is financial inclusion being weaved into our systems; and will Malaysia host the 2026 Commonwealth Games?

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Will The Singapore STI Index Finally Turn Positive? https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/market-watch/singapore-equity-strategy-stock-market-sti-sgx https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/market-watch/singapore-equity-strategy-stock-market-sti-sgx Fri, 22 Mar 2024 09:15:53 +0800 The Singapore Straits Times Index has been increasing gradually in the last few days and might even tip into positive territory on a year to date basis. We check in with Geoff Howie, Market Strategist at SGX for an update and might the economy surprise on the upside?

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Structural Reforms Needed To Address Labour Skill Gaps https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/labour-force-skilled-workers-structural-reform-malaysia https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/labour-force-skilled-workers-structural-reform-malaysia Fri, 22 Mar 2024 08:45:54 +0800 With Malaysia's facing a growing demand for skilled workers, widening supply- demand job mismatches, stagnant wages and the threat of automation on traditional jobs, we delve deeper into what Malaysia needs to do to address these challenges with Dr Niaz Asadullah, Southeast Asia Lead at the Global Labor Organisation & Professor of Economics, Monash University Malaysia

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UPM: Evolving In The Pursuit Of Excellence https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-breakfast-grille/upm-university-rankings-academic-honesty-financial-viability https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-breakfast-grille/upm-university-rankings-academic-honesty-financial-viability Fri, 22 Mar 2024 08:00:48 +0800 Universiti Putra Malaysia is one of the country's largest public universities with a 93 year history but has this institution evolved with the times in terms of academic courses and research? Dato’ Profesor Dr. Ahmad Farhan Mohd Sadullah, Vice Chancellor answers those questions and also how important rankings are, stamping out academic dishonesty and ensuring financial viability.

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Vietnam's Burning Furnace Campaign Claims Another Leader https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/vietnam-president-corruption-allegation-burning-furnance-campaign https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/vietnam-president-corruption-allegation-burning-furnance-campaign Fri, 22 Mar 2024 07:45:46 +0800 This week, Vietnamese President Vo Van Thuong resigned over corruption allegations, the latest in a string of leadership shake-ups over the past several years that have observers worried about the political stability of the country. We speak to Sebastian Strangio, Southeast Asia Editor at The Diplomat to better understand what’s happening in Hanoi and what the implications of the latest developments might be.

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Hong Kong's Article 23 Slams Door On Civil Rights https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/hong-kong-national-security-law-2024-china-hrw-protest https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/hong-kong-national-security-law-2024-china-hrw-protest Fri, 22 Mar 2024 07:30:10 +0800 Hong Kong passed a new national security law that cracks down on all forms of dissent and allows for trials to be held behind closed doors. This has triggered fresh criticism over fear that it will further erode civil liberties. Elaine Pearson, Asia Director, Human Rights Watch shares with us what is in this new law, its impact, and what can the international community do.

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Is It The Goldilocks Moment Yet For The Fed? https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/market-watch/us-federal-reserve-twin-mandates-gold-bitcoin https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/market-watch/us-federal-reserve-twin-mandates-gold-bitcoin Fri, 22 Mar 2024 07:00:12 +0800 Many market observers are of the view that the goldilocks moment has been achieved by the Federal Reserve with their twin mandates intact without causing a recession. Tim Mulholland, President, TJM Limited, Chicago tell us his perspective whilst weighing in on the recent rally in markets, gold and even bitcoin.

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Ep100: Usher https://www.bfm.my/podcast/night-shift/back-to-back/ep100-usher https://www.bfm.my/podcast/night-shift/back-to-back/ep100-usher Thu, 21 Mar 2024 22:00:36 +0800 Dubbed the King of R&B, Usher's smooth vocals and infectious hits that have defined multiple groundbreaking cultural moments have solidified his undeniable impact on the music industry. This week on Back To Back, we get Caught Up in the celebration of the 20th anniversary of his seminal album Confessions and deep dive into the icon's 30-year career to explore how he still leaves audiences Burn-ing for more.

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Love In This Club, Pt. II (ft. Beyoncé & Lil Wayne) (Here I Stand) 

Burn (Confessions) 

My Boo (ft. Alicia Keys) (Confessions) 

Yuna - Crush (ft. Usher) (Chapters)

Ruin (ft. Pheelz) (Coming Home) 

You Make Me Wanna (My Way) 

Seduction (Confessions) 

Climax (Looking 4 Myself) 

U Remind Me (8701)

Confessions Part II (Confessions)

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Do We Focus Too Much On British Colonial Architecture? https://www.bfm.my/podcast/night-shift/i-love-kl/do-we-focus-too-much-on-british-colonial-architecture https://www.bfm.my/podcast/night-shift/i-love-kl/do-we-focus-too-much-on-british-colonial-architecture Thu, 21 Mar 2024 21:00:42 +0800 Our conversations on heritage buildings have always had a mix of everything and is pretty even in its distribution, but for some people out there, their notion of heritage might tend to skew towards focusing on British colonial buildings, rather than vernacular or rural architecture. So, in this episode, to play a bit of a devil’s advocate, we decided to explore that question - do we focus too much on British colonial architecture?

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Free Your Finances: PTPTN Loan Repayment Incentives https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/evening-edition/free-your-finances-ptptn-loan-repayment-incentives https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/evening-edition/free-your-finances-ptptn-loan-repayment-incentives Thu, 21 Mar 2024 19:00:37 +0800 For many Malaysians, student loans are an essential tool for pursuing higher education, and essentially, achieveing their dreams. But many struggle to repay their loans after graduating, due to financial difficulties. In this interview, we speak to Joe Hanni Mohamad, General Manager at PTPTN, about the repayment incentives and services that PTPTN offer, designed to make the the repayment process more manageable and flexible.

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Disagreeing, But Respectfully https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/inside-story/disagreeing-but-respectfully https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/inside-story/disagreeing-but-respectfully Thu, 21 Mar 2024 18:00:48 +0800 Arguing with one another may not pleasant, but it remains an inevitable part of life. We might not see eye to eye on some matters, but it's important to stay respectful and lay your perspectives in a constructive way. Tonight, we hear from our listeners about how to approach arguments with respect, empathy and willingness to understand the other side of the coin.

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Top 5 At 5: Regal Enforcement, Progressive Wages and Airport Expansions https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/evening-edition/top-5-at-5-regal-enforcement-progressive-wages-and-airport-expansions https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/evening-edition/top-5-at-5-regal-enforcement-progressive-wages-and-airport-expansions Thu, 21 Mar 2024 17:00:22 +0800 Today's top 5 stories are:

1. Our mini Popek Popek Parlimen, where we look at talks on hosting the Commonwealth Games, complaints on police personnel, and foundlings' citizenship.

2. Hari Raya is fast approaching and parents are worried that celebrations will be dimmed in the face of rising costs, especially when the school year just started earlier this month. We discuss how families can deal with overlapping costs.

3. The Subang Airport Regeneration Plan commences with the expansion of the city airport, which will bring with it 8000 new jobs by 2030.

4. Pasir Gudang MP Hassan Abdul Karim commented on the Agong's new role as the honorary commissioner chief of police due to possible legal implications that may expose the Agong to prosecution, under the Rome Statute and the International Criminal Court.

5. Our top story: We're joined by PSM's Deputy Chairperson, to discuss his thoughts on the Progressive Wage Policy - of which the pilot project is expected to launch in June this year.

For these stories, we heard from founder and blogger of RinggitOhRinggit Suraya Zainuddin, head of KLIA Aeropolis Randhill Singh, and lawyer Fahri Azzat.

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ESG公会总会长谢国雄博士:ESG是中小企业走向国际市场的关键利器 https://www.bfm.my/podcast/caijin/kai-men-jian-shang/business-esg-malaysia https://www.bfm.my/podcast/caijin/kai-men-jian-shang/business-esg-malaysia Thu, 21 Mar 2024 17:00:00 +0800 这一集节目我们邀请到大马环境、社会与监管(ESG)公会总会长谢国雄博士,探讨了ESG在推动中小企业走向国际市场中的关键作用。谢博士分享ESG公会成立的初衷,目前会员情况以及公会正在进行的各种工作。同时也深入探讨ESG公会与本地发展商的合作,以及政府在推广ESG遇到的挑战,以及如何有效地传达概念和中小企业的声音。

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Weight Matters – Tackling the Obesity Epidemic in Malaysia Together https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/health-and-living/weight-matters-tackling-the-obesity-epidemic-in-malaysia-together https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/health-and-living/weight-matters-tackling-the-obesity-epidemic-in-malaysia-together Thu, 21 Mar 2024 16:00:59 +0800 The National Health and Morbidity Survey 2019 shows that 1 in 2 adults are either overweight or obese, and 1 in 2 adults have abdominal obesity, which causes various metabolic problems. Prof Dr Rohana Abdul Ghani, Consultant Endocrinologist, and President of the Malaysian Obesity Society, joins us to unpack the multifactorial ecosystem that affects people with obesity, and how to better support them in managing their weight.

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Invisible People https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/live-and-learn/invisible-people https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/live-and-learn/invisible-people Thu, 21 Mar 2024 15:00:54 +0800 A Malaysian filmmaker currently based in Chicago, Jean Ho has been working on directing and producing an animated docuseries called 'Invisible People', which highlights Malaysia's stateless and refugee communities. Set to be released sometime in May this year, the documentary explores why citizenship should be a fundamental right rather than a government-mandated privilege, and why stateless and refugee communities deserve access to basic rights like education, affordable healthcare, and a stable income, as other Malaysians do. We find out more about this animated documentary series, and how Jean hopes to enact big and small changes through the stories showcased in the film.


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What Should the New Minimum Wage Be? https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/beyond-the-ballot-box/what-should-the-new-minimum-wage-be https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/beyond-the-ballot-box/what-should-the-new-minimum-wage-be Thu, 21 Mar 2024 14:00:39 +0800 The Human Resource Minister, Steven Sim has announced that the government will review the minimum wage this year in accordance with the National Wages Consultative Council Act 2011. 

The question is, what should the new minimum wage be? How much should it increase from the current RM 1500? We speak to Alex Ong, Labour Rights Activist & Malaysian Coordinator of Migrant Care AND Sivaranjani Manickam, National Workers Bureau Coordinator, Parti Sosialis Malaysia (PSM). 

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Insights on Education and Career Advice in Malaysia https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/resource-centre/insights-on-education-and-career-advice-in-malaysia https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/resource-centre/insights-on-education-and-career-advice-in-malaysia Thu, 21 Mar 2024 11:00:42 +0800 On this episode of Resource Center, we speak with Dr. Prashun Kumar Choudhury from MindBeez Consulting to discuss the multifaceted landscape of career guidance in Malaysia.

We delve into the evolution of career guidance in the nation, particularly against the backdrop of Malaysia's transition towards more technology, finance, and healthcare-driven industries.

In the face of a rapidly changing job market, we also discuss the challenges students face in charting their educational and career paths, and the roles that holistic education and career guidance play in fostering lifelong career development, and addressing common misconceptions surrounding career guidance.

Last but not least, our discussion also covers the initiatives in Malaysia aimed at providing individuals from diverse and marginalised backgrounds with access to quality education and career guidance, as well as future trends in this field, especially with the advent of AI and technical innovations.

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Can The Rainmakers Improve Accessibility in Property Investing? https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/open-for-business/can-the-rainmakers-improve-accessibility-to-property-investing https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/open-for-business/can-the-rainmakers-improve-accessibility-to-property-investing Thu, 21 Mar 2024 10:00:28 +0800 The Rainmakers wants to make property investing more accessible to retail investors, helping them get a fractional slice of property ownership without the typical financial strains that come with property investing.

Having raised RM620,000 in pre-seed capital, The Rainmakers are trying to raise a seed round of RM1.2 million at a pre-money valuation of RM 6 million through equity crowdfunding platform Leet Capital. They’re offering 16.67% of the company and the post-money valuation is expected to be RM7.2 million.

In this episode of Open For Business, we will delve into why The Rainmakers is raising these new funds, the motivations behind Kelv’s ambitions to make property investing more accessible, and how they’re going to make this business model work.

Note: At the top of the fundraising page is a disclaimer that reads:

G Gen Labs Sdn Bhd engages in securities-related activities and is required to obtain a license from the Securities Commission (SC). Failure to secure this license may adversely affect their business operations. Please note that Leet Capital and its affiliated companies cannot assure or guarantee that G Gen Labs Sdn Bhd will ultimately obtain the required license from the Securities Commission of Malaysia.

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Takaful: Understanding The Differences And Benefits https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/ringgit-and-sense/takaful-insurance-product-islamic-finance-shariah https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/ringgit-and-sense/takaful-insurance-product-islamic-finance-shariah Thu, 21 Mar 2024 09:30:25 +0800 As part of the series on insurance this month, we delve into the 101 of Takaful. Idi Irwan, Executive Director of Bill Morrisons explains to us how Takaful is different from conventional Insurance products and the unique feature of surplus and deficit sharing.

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Sabah's Complicated Political Theatre https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/sabah-political-landscape-umno-pkr-state-elections https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/sabah-political-landscape-umno-pkr-state-elections Thu, 21 Mar 2024 08:45:51 +0800 Sabah's political dynamics have grabbed headlines over infighting within UMNO and PKR ahead of the state elections due to be held by October 2025. We speak to Prof. Dr. Lee Kuok Tiung of Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) about how political developments could impact alliances leading into the elections.

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What Should A New Cost Of Living Index Look Like? https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/cost-of-living-indicator-department-of-statistics-malaysia https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/cost-of-living-indicator-department-of-statistics-malaysia Thu, 21 Mar 2024 08:30:04 +0800 The Department of Statistics Malaysia will be developing a new indicator to measure the cost of living. It told Utusan Malaysia that this will be launched in September and will include where Malaysians live as part of its component. Professor Emeritus Datuk Dr Norma Mansor, Director at the Social Wellbeing Research Centre of University Malaya shares her insights.

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Alpha IVF: Priced To Perfection? https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-breakfast-grille/alpha-ivf-treatment-fertility-industry-ethics-ipo https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-breakfast-grille/alpha-ivf-treatment-fertility-industry-ethics-ipo Thu, 21 Mar 2024 08:00:28 +0800 The WHO has reported that one in six people suffer from infertility which means that assisted reproductive services is big business. We ask soon to be ACE listed, Alpha IVF what is their strategy for growth, the ethics of the industry and is their valuation fair for the IPO. Their founder and managing director, Dato Dr Colin Lee joins us.

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BNM Confident On Resilience Of Malaysian Economy https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/bank-negara-malaysia-2023-annual-report-economy-status https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/bank-negara-malaysia-2023-annual-report-economy-status Thu, 21 Mar 2024 07:45:52 +0800 Yesterday, Bank Negara Malaysia issued its 2023 annual report and related financial reports detailing the health of the macroeconomy. What are the factors that will influence the trajectory of economic growth? We discuss the highlights with Dr. Afzanizam Abdul Rashid, Chief Economist of Bank Muamalat.

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The Philippines: Walking The Beijing-Washington Tightrope https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/marcos-junior-blinken-us-china-philippines-duterte-election https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/marcos-junior-blinken-us-china-philippines-duterte-election Thu, 21 Mar 2024 07:30:08 +0800 The US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has just concluded a 2-day trip to the Philippines just as its President Ferdinand Marcos Jr admitted that Beijing’s sweeping claims in the South China Sea continue to be a point of contention. Andrea Chloe Wong, a Philippines' political analyst helps us contextualise all this along with a perceived rift between Marcos Jr and his VP Sara Duterte-Carpio, the daughter of the previous president, Rodrigo Duterte.

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Why And Where The Federal Reserve Is Heading https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/market-watch/us-federal-reserve-interest-rate-cut-central-bank https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/market-watch/us-federal-reserve-interest-rate-cut-central-bank Thu, 21 Mar 2024 07:00:46 +0800 The Fed kept rates on hold as expected yesterday at between 5.25 to 5.5%. We ask Michele Schneider, Chief Strategist at Market Gauge for her perspectives on what this means for the economy and markets as it appears that the central bank is on track for three rate cuts in 2024.

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Pulse Picks: Khruangbin, Machinedrum, Matt Champion, PARTYNEXTDOOR https://www.bfm.my/podcast/night-shift/the-pulse/pulse-picks-khruangbin-machinedrum-matt-champion-partynextdoor https://www.bfm.my/podcast/night-shift/the-pulse/pulse-picks-khruangbin-machinedrum-matt-champion-partynextdoor Wed, 20 Mar 2024 22:00:38 +0800 The Pulse brings you the latest news in the music world and fresh new music that might've missed your radar.

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Ride - Monaco

Khruangbin - Pon Pón

Glass Beams - Mahal

Matt Champion & JENNIE - Slow Motion

Machinedrum - ZOOM (ft. Tinashe)

Baby Rose & BADBADNOTGOOD - One Last Dance

Sade - Is This A Crime? (S!RENE Edit)

Desire - Darkside

PARTYNEXTDOOR - R e a l W o m a n

Adi Oasis - Dumpalltheguns (Jitwam Remix)

Four Tet - 31 Bloom

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EV or Hybrid? https://www.bfm.my/podcast/night-shift/cruise-control/ev-or-hybrid https://www.bfm.my/podcast/night-shift/cruise-control/ev-or-hybrid Wed, 20 Mar 2024 20:00:56 +0800 Cruise Control returns with Rich and Daniel this week previewing some exciting new entries into the local market, mainly from China. It's not long until we see brands like Jetour, GAC and Leapmotor grace Malaysian roads, the new players are keen to offer local car buyers alternatives to what's currently available in the market. 

Our discussion this week is an interesting one; pitting an EV with a hybrid compact crossover. Both are around the same price, we consider its multi purpose, reliability, and overall appeal. We close off the show with Daniel's glowing review of the latest generation of the Range Rover Sport. 

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Is Doxxing Ever Okay? https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/inside-story/is-doxxing-ever-okay https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/inside-story/is-doxxing-ever-okay Wed, 20 Mar 2024 18:00:06 +0800 With the current controversy of KK Mart selling inappropriate socks, two individuals were doxxed following uproar and discontent from certain communities. We hear from human rights lawyer, Latheefa Koya on where the gaps are in our enforcement of doxxing threats, and what we can do to protect ourselves from such threats. Then, we ask our listeners whether doxxing is acceptable, and whether the fear of being doxxed stops them from voicing out their opinions online.

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Top 5 At 5: Ipoh White Coffee, Ferries, and Household Debt https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/evening-edition/top-5-at-5-ipoh-white-coffee-ferries-and-household-debt https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/evening-edition/top-5-at-5-ipoh-white-coffee-ferries-and-household-debt Wed, 20 Mar 2024 17:00:13 +0800 Today's top 5 stories are:

1. Our mini Popek Popek Parlimen, where we bring you updates from the Dewan Rakyat. Today's main topics: the Progressive Wage Policy, the reparation of potholes and damaged roads, and PADU registrations.

2. Ipoh white coffee is ranked 10th most popular coffee in the world! We dive into the history and cultural significance of our local brew from Ipoh.

3. A proposed reactivation of ferry services between Peninsular and Borneo, which may improve tourism and travels between these two parts of Malaysia.

4. Police probes into a news anchor's claims of being treated rudely by two policemen, which sparks discussion on how criticism towards public authorities should be handled.

5. Our top story: Malaysia's aggregated household debt reaches a whopping RM 1.53 trillion, which may severely impact consumption and the future of our economy.

For these stories, we heard from food historian, Nadge Ariffin, and lawyer, Kee Shu Min.

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Because Feelings Matter #28: “I Was A High Achiever, But I Felt No Joy” https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/health-and-living/because-feelings-matter-28-i-was-a-high-achiever-but-i-felt-no-joy https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/health-and-living/because-feelings-matter-28-i-was-a-high-achiever-but-i-felt-no-joy Wed, 20 Mar 2024 16:00:00 +0800 Anita Abu Bakar had always been a high achiever. But throughout childhood, and her early career as an investment banker, she describes feeling an emotional void. Instead, she would frequently experience anxiety, panic and loneliness. It was only a matter of time before she reached breaking point. On this episode of ‘Because Feelings Matter’, Anita Abu Bakar describes the excruciating pain that came with hitting rock bottom, and how she clawed her way back up to eventually set up a mental health NGO, the Mental Illness Awareness and Support Association of Malaysia (MIASA Malaysia).

Every mental health struggle has a story behind it. ‘Because Feelings Matter’ is a series that brings you the stories of people and their mental health issues. This series is produced in collaboration with Thrive Well.


This segment talks about self-harm and suicide, and may be a difficult topic for some listeners. If you need to talk about your mental health problems, look for local support within your community, or call helplines like: Talian HEAL at 15555, MIASA's 24-hour helpline at 1-800-1800-66, or Befrienders KL at 03-7627 2929.

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All About Arowanas https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/earth-matters/all-about-arowanas https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/earth-matters/all-about-arowanas Wed, 20 Mar 2024 15:00:51 +0800 Fun fact: Asian arowana once sold for more than RM500,000! But did you also know that they were once so common, that locals were hauling them up by the dozens to eat? But the fish have been endangered for the past 50 years, and are rarely seen in our rivers and lakes now. Local environmental journalism portal Macaranga wrote a two-part series on the past decline of wild arowanas and current efforts to conserve them, and we find out more from journalists and co-authors of the piece, Law Yao Hua (Editor, Macaranga) and Tracy Keeling (Earth Journalism Networks' CITES Legal Trade Journalism Fellow) and Dr Haslawati Baharuddin, a research scientist from the Fisheries Research Institute, Department of Fisheries Malaysia.

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Taylor Swift助新加坡狂赚外汇!大马为何争取不到演唱会? https://www.bfm.my/podcast/caijin/news-flow/news-singapore-taylor-swift https://www.bfm.my/podcast/caijin/news-flow/news-singapore-taylor-swift Wed, 20 Mar 2024 14:47:25 +0800 Taylor Swift的“时代之旅”全球巡演在新加坡掀起了狂潮,不仅是一场音乐盛宴,更是经济的催化剂。演唱会吸引了数以万计的粉丝,为新加坡带来了巨额收入,从门票销售到周边商业活动,经济潮流随之涌动。在这期节目中,我们将探索Taylor Swift如何为新加坡的经济带来红利,并且探讨为何身为邻国的大马总是与演唱会经济擦身而过。

 

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Do Rohingyas Have a Place in Myanmar’s Revolution? https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/beyond-the-ballot-box/do-rohingyas-have-a-place-in-myanmars-revolution https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bigger-picture/beyond-the-ballot-box/do-rohingyas-have-a-place-in-myanmars-revolution Wed, 20 Mar 2024 14:00:15 +0800 There is a revolution ongoing in Myanmar. The people of Myanmar of various political ideologies and regions are engaging in civil disobedience and have also taken up arms against the military junta. There’s been talk about forging a new constitution and building a new Myanmar beyond and free from the junta. 

But where do the ethnic minority Rohingyas fit into this picture? After all, the Rohingya people have been subject to oppression, dispossession and genocide for decades, even before the recent coup. Millions of displaced Rohingyas are refugees in various parts of the world. We speak to Ro Nay San Lwin, a Rohingya activist, who’s currently based in Germany. 

Image credit: Free Rohingya Coalition

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