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The Breakfast Grille : New Solutions For Old Problems
As Malaysia turns 63 years old, much progress has been made on the economics front with the country attaining middle income status. But has enough progress been made and does this post Covid 19 era actually provide an opportunity for a re-set and the introduction of new policies to correct the structural issues that we face. We speak to Lau Zheng Zhou, Research Manager in the Economics and Business Unit at IDEAS and Dr. Shankaran Nambiar, Head of Research at MIER for their views. Image credit: Tyler Casey/Unsplash
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-breakfast-grille/new-solutions-for-old-problems
The Breakfast Grille : New Solutions For Old Problems
As Malaysia turns 63 years old, much progress has been made on the economics front with the country attaining middle income status. But has enough progress been made and does this post Covid 19 era actually provide an opportunity for a re-set and the introduction of new policies to correct the structural issues that we face. We speak to Lau Zheng Zhou, Research Manager in the Economics and Business Unit at IDEAS and Dr. Shankaran Nambiar, Head of Research at MIER for their views. Image credit: Tyler Casey/Unsplash
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-breakfast-grille/new-solutions-for-old-problems
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Morning Brief : Muda Malaysia Disrupting Politics
Former Youth and Sports Minister Syed Saddiq has announced the formation of a new youth platform that intends to disrupt Malaysian politics with a lineup of young, multiracial and tech-savvy leaders. There will be a shift towards new innovative policies and a move away from money politics. Jahabar Sadiq, Editor of The Malaysian Insight tell us the viability of this party and will it change the political scene of the country. Image Credit: NopalSams / Shutterstock.com
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/muda-malaysia-disrupting-politics
Morning Brief : Muda Malaysia Disrupting Politics
Former Youth and Sports Minister Syed Saddiq has announced the formation of a new youth platform that intends to disrupt Malaysian politics with a lineup of young, multiracial and tech-savvy leaders. There will be a shift towards new innovative policies and a move away from money politics. Jahabar Sadiq, Editor of The Malaysian Insight tell us the viability of this party and will it change the political scene of the country. Image Credit: NopalSams / Shutterstock.com
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/muda-malaysia-disrupting-politics
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Evening Edition : How Much Is Kg Baru's Land Worth?
Kg Baru residents have expressed disappointment with the government, who has refused to offer more than RM1,000 psf for their land. We speak to Professor Dr Ismail Omar to understand what is considered when valuating a land, and how this applies to the specific situation in Kg Baru. Image Source: Shutterstock
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/evening-edition/how-much-is-kg-barus-land-worth
Evening Edition : How Much Is Kg Baru's Land Worth?
Kg Baru residents have expressed disappointment with the government, who has refused to offer more than RM1,000 psf for their land. We speak to Professor Dr Ismail Omar to understand what is considered when valuating a land, and how this applies to the specific situation in Kg Baru. Image Source: Shutterstock
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/evening-edition/how-much-is-kg-barus-land-worth
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Ringgit and Sense : Are Stock Splits Pointless?
Why issue bonus shares? Are stock splits pointless? What should I watch with dividend-paying companies? We’ve seen quite a bit of news around stock splits and bonus issues over the last earnings quarter, with Apple and Tesla splitting their stock earlier this week, and TopGlove and Supermax proposing bonus issues. So Roshan Kanesan explores stock splits, bonus issues, & dividends, with fund manager Danny Wong of Areca Capital, to break it down.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/ringgit-and-sense/are-stock-splits-pointless
Ringgit and Sense : Are Stock Splits Pointless?
Why issue bonus shares? Are stock splits pointless? What should I watch with dividend-paying companies? We’ve seen quite a bit of news around stock splits and bonus issues over the last earnings quarter, with Apple and Tesla splitting their stock earlier this week, and TopGlove and Supermax proposing bonus issues. So Roshan Kanesan explores stock splits, bonus issues, & dividends, with fund manager Danny Wong of Areca Capital, to break it down.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/ringgit-and-sense/are-stock-splits-pointless
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Enterprise Biz Bytes : What If You Took A Videogame And Made It Into Reality TV?
What if you took a video game with an obsessively cultish following and made it the basis for a reality TV show? That’s what Electronic Arts, the video game publishing behemoth, recently did with one of its most popular titles, The Sims, a game that first became a phenomenon over 20 years ago when it gave players the ability to build and personalize worlds and populate them with characters who act and behave much like we do.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/enterprise-biz-bytes/ent-bb-videogame-to-reality-tv
Enterprise Biz Bytes : What If You Took A Videogame And Made It Into Reality TV?
What if you took a video game with an obsessively cultish following and made it the basis for a reality TV show? That’s what Electronic Arts, the video game publishing behemoth, recently did with one of its most popular titles, The Sims, a game that first became a phenomenon over 20 years ago when it gave players the ability to build and personalize worlds and populate them with characters who act and behave much like we do.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/enterprise-biz-bytes/ent-bb-videogame-to-reality-tv
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The Breakfast Grille : Are Political Party Youth Wings Still Relevant?
The youth have been in the forefront of many recent political discussions, from lowering the voting age to the setting up of a youth party. To discuss this with us, as well as address some controversy over support letters that he recently faced, we speak to Deputy Youth and Sports Minister Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal, who is also chief of Bersatu's youth wing, Armada. Image Credit: Azlan Kamarazaman
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-breakfast-grille/are-political-party-youth-wings-still-relevant
The Breakfast Grille : Are Political Party Youth Wings Still Relevant?
The youth have been in the forefront of many recent political discussions, from lowering the voting age to the setting up of a youth party. To discuss this with us, as well as address some controversy over support letters that he recently faced, we speak to Deputy Youth and Sports Minister Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal, who is also chief of Bersatu's youth wing, Armada. Image Credit: Azlan Kamarazaman
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-breakfast-grille/are-political-party-youth-wings-still-relevant
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The Breakfast Grille : Ousted But Vocal, Tan Sri Ariff Talks Parliamentary Reforms, Malaysia's Direction
The Perikatan Nasional govt's unprecedented ouster in July of the Speaker of the House of Representatives - the Dewan Rakyat - took Malaysia and the world by surprise. Six weeks after the act, Tan Sri Mohammad Ariff Md Yusof, who presided over the House's debates, determining which members may speak and which amendments are selected for consideration, finally took some time to share his thoughts about the ouster, the state of Parliamentary and electoral reform in Malaysia, and the future of the nation.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-breakfast-grille/ousted-but-vocal-tan-sri-ariff-talks-parliamentary-reforms-malaysias-direction
The Breakfast Grille : Ousted But Vocal, Tan Sri Ariff Talks Parliamentary Reforms, Malaysia's Direction
The Perikatan Nasional govt's unprecedented ouster in July of the Speaker of the House of Representatives - the Dewan Rakyat - took Malaysia and the world by surprise. Six weeks after the act, Tan Sri Mohammad Ariff Md Yusof, who presided over the House's debates, determining which members may speak and which amendments are selected for consideration, finally took some time to share his thoughts about the ouster, the state of Parliamentary and electoral reform in Malaysia, and the future of the nation.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-breakfast-grille/ousted-but-vocal-tan-sri-ariff-talks-parliamentary-reforms-malaysias-direction
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The Daily Digest : Mulan Throws Bad Reflection on Disney
Disney’s live-action remake of “Mulan” is attracting backlash and calls for boycott after it emerged that the movie was filmed in the Xinjiang region, and had also thanked the authorities there in the credits. The reason for the criticism is because this region is where roughly one million Muslim Uighurs are being held in alleged detention camps. We look at the backlash and why things get complicated when Hollywood’s business interests get tied in with political ideology. Image Source: Shutterstock
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/the-bigger-picture/the-daily-digest/mulan-throws-bad-reflection-on-disney
The Daily Digest : Mulan Throws Bad Reflection on Disney
Disney’s live-action remake of “Mulan” is attracting backlash and calls for boycott after it emerged that the movie was filmed in the Xinjiang region, and had also thanked the authorities there in the credits. The reason for the criticism is because this region is where roughly one million Muslim Uighurs are being held in alleged detention camps. We look at the backlash and why things get complicated when Hollywood’s business interests get tied in with political ideology. Image Source: Shutterstock
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/the-bigger-picture/the-daily-digest/mulan-throws-bad-reflection-on-disney
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The Breakfast Grille : Urban Poverty is Worsening, How Do We Address It?
The pandemic has impacted all of us, but it has hit low-income families harder. And while the government has stepped in, there are still gaps in their efforts. So how do we close these gaps & address urban poverty going forward? Roshan Kanesan discusses on this edition of The Breakfast Grille with Tengku Aira from the UNFPA and Dr Muhammed Abdul Khalid of DM Analytics. DM Analytics was the lead researcher of the Families on the Edge report, jointly commissioned by UNICEF and UNFPA. Dr Muhammed is a former Khazanah Research Institute director and was economic adviser to former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad,
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-breakfast-grille/urban-poverty-is-worsening-how-do-we-address-it
The Breakfast Grille : Urban Poverty is Worsening, How Do We Address It?
The pandemic has impacted all of us, but it has hit low-income families harder. And while the government has stepped in, there are still gaps in their efforts. So how do we close these gaps & address urban poverty going forward? Roshan Kanesan discusses on this edition of The Breakfast Grille with Tengku Aira from the UNFPA and Dr Muhammed Abdul Khalid of DM Analytics. DM Analytics was the lead researcher of the Families on the Edge report, jointly commissioned by UNICEF and UNFPA. Dr Muhammed is a former Khazanah Research Institute director and was economic adviser to former Prime Minister Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad,
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-breakfast-grille/urban-poverty-is-worsening-how-do-we-address-it
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Popcorn Culture : Popcorn Culture - Supercut: Disney!
Can we pack all of Disney and its magnificence into a single Supercut? We sure as heck try! In the spirit of Mulan finally gracing cinemas, we dive into our own memories of timeless Disney films and what they've meant to us over the years. From classics like The Lion King and Aladdin, to modern gems like The Emperor's New Groove and Lilo & Stitch, Disney continues to set new standards for the way stories are told on screen. We discuss the movies, the music, and the magic of the House of Mouse for all kids aged five to ninety-five.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/popcorn-culture/popcorn-culture-supercut-disney
Popcorn Culture : Popcorn Culture - Supercut: Disney!
Can we pack all of Disney and its magnificence into a single Supercut? We sure as heck try! In the spirit of Mulan finally gracing cinemas, we dive into our own memories of timeless Disney films and what they've meant to us over the years. From classics like The Lion King and Aladdin, to modern gems like The Emperor's New Groove and Lilo & Stitch, Disney continues to set new standards for the way stories are told on screen. We discuss the movies, the music, and the magic of the House of Mouse for all kids aged five to ninety-five.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/popcorn-culture/popcorn-culture-supercut-disney
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Open For Business : Voice of SMEs: Empowering Hairdressers with a Co-Sharing Salon
Starting a business isn’t easy, but coworking spaces have made it easier for low-entry entrepreneurs to have a foot in the door. HIPSALONS takes that concept a step further by providing hairdressers with a decked-out salon to call their own with maximum flexibility. We speak to Vince Ho, founder of HIPSALONS, about the idea of providing a space for stylists to thrive in, challenges of the co-sharing concept, as well as growing a business during the era of social distancing.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/open-for-business/ent-ofb-voice-of-smes-empowering-hairdressers-with-a-co-sharing-salon
Open For Business : Voice of SMEs: Empowering Hairdressers with a Co-Sharing Salon
Starting a business isn’t easy, but coworking spaces have made it easier for low-entry entrepreneurs to have a foot in the door. HIPSALONS takes that concept a step further by providing hairdressers with a decked-out salon to call their own with maximum flexibility. We speak to Vince Ho, founder of HIPSALONS, about the idea of providing a space for stylists to thrive in, challenges of the co-sharing concept, as well as growing a business during the era of social distancing.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/open-for-business/ent-ofb-voice-of-smes-empowering-hairdressers-with-a-co-sharing-salon
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Live & Learn : Law & Behold #30: The Malaysia Agreement 1963
The Malaysia Agreement is the legal instrument signed in 1963, which led to the formation of the Federation of Malaysia. On this episode of Law & Behold, we do a quick refresher course on this fascinating document, which was drawn up after a lengthy process of bargaining and negotiations back in 1963, involving the Federation of Malaya, the UK government, North Borneo (Sabah), Sarawak and Singapore. We also discuss the supposed breaches of the treaty, and why there are so many calls to review the agreement, with Emeritus Prof Datuk Dr. Shad Saleem Faruqi, a professor of law at the University of Malaya, and currently holding the Tunku Abdul Rahman Chair as Professor of Constitutional Law. Image Source: Shutterstock
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/the-bigger-picture/live-learn/law-behold-30-the-malaysia-agreement-1963
Live & Learn : Law & Behold #30: The Malaysia Agreement 1963
The Malaysia Agreement is the legal instrument signed in 1963, which led to the formation of the Federation of Malaysia. On this episode of Law & Behold, we do a quick refresher course on this fascinating document, which was drawn up after a lengthy process of bargaining and negotiations back in 1963, involving the Federation of Malaya, the UK government, North Borneo (Sabah), Sarawak and Singapore. We also discuss the supposed breaches of the treaty, and why there are so many calls to review the agreement, with Emeritus Prof Datuk Dr. Shad Saleem Faruqi, a professor of law at the University of Malaya, and currently holding the Tunku Abdul Rahman Chair as Professor of Constitutional Law. Image Source: Shutterstock
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/the-bigger-picture/live-learn/law-behold-30-the-malaysia-agreement-1963
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Open For Business : Open From Borneo: Sarawakian Hospitality
On this special edition of Open For Business in honour of Malaysia Day, we hear from Donald Tan, co-owner of the Singgahsana brand in Sarawak; he discusses his perspective on how the hospitality industry has been impacted by COVID-19 and the tough decisions he and his wife have had to make throughout the pandemic.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/open-for-business/ent-ofb-sarawakian-hospitality
Open For Business : Open From Borneo: Sarawakian Hospitality
On this special edition of Open For Business in honour of Malaysia Day, we hear from Donald Tan, co-owner of the Singgahsana brand in Sarawak; he discusses his perspective on how the hospitality industry has been impacted by COVID-19 and the tough decisions he and his wife have had to make throughout the pandemic.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/open-for-business/ent-ofb-sarawakian-hospitality
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Bar None : Rugby's New Normal
Rugby is traditionally a team contact sport - with bodies piled over each other, with face to face scrums & huddles inches away from the opposing team - definitely going against the notion of physical distancing, the theme of 2020. So how does one follow the rules when the sport doesn’t allow for it? Datuk Shahrul Zaman Yahya, Malaysian Rugby Union president joins us on the show this week and delves into complexities of the sport amidst pandemic. Image Source: malaysiarugby.my
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/night-shift/bar-none/rugby-new-normal
Bar None : Rugby's New Normal
Rugby is traditionally a team contact sport - with bodies piled over each other, with face to face scrums & huddles inches away from the opposing team - definitely going against the notion of physical distancing, the theme of 2020. So how does one follow the rules when the sport doesn’t allow for it? Datuk Shahrul Zaman Yahya, Malaysian Rugby Union president joins us on the show this week and delves into complexities of the sport amidst pandemic. Image Source: malaysiarugby.my
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/night-shift/bar-none/rugby-new-normal
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The Breakfast Grille : MUDA: Syed Saddiq's Dream For a Better Malaysia
The former Youth and Sports Minister Syed Saddiq has made his intentions clear on formalising his new youth based political party, MUDA. But will this aspirational youth based movement gain any real traction in Malaysia? Many have argued that decades of polarizing belief systems, corruption, and money politics have stalled Malaysia's potential for growth and success. So will the young succeed? Or will the trappings of old politics threaten to infect the idealist in him?
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-breakfast-grille/syed-saddiq
The Breakfast Grille : MUDA: Syed Saddiq's Dream For a Better Malaysia
The former Youth and Sports Minister Syed Saddiq has made his intentions clear on formalising his new youth based political party, MUDA. But will this aspirational youth based movement gain any real traction in Malaysia? Many have argued that decades of polarizing belief systems, corruption, and money politics have stalled Malaysia's potential for growth and success. So will the young succeed? Or will the trappings of old politics threaten to infect the idealist in him?
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-breakfast-grille/syed-saddiq
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Evening Edition : #MUDAsudahMULA: Taking On GE15
Following Syed Saddiq's official announcement of MUDA as a political party this morning, we dive in with Keith Leong and Dr Bridget Welsh to understand their GE15 standing, and the challenges that lie ahead. Image Source: Twitter @partimuda
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/evening-edition/mudasudahmula-taking-on-ge15
Evening Edition : #MUDAsudahMULA: Taking On GE15
Following Syed Saddiq's official announcement of MUDA as a political party this morning, we dive in with Keith Leong and Dr Bridget Welsh to understand their GE15 standing, and the challenges that lie ahead. Image Source: Twitter @partimuda
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/evening-edition/mudasudahmula-taking-on-ge15
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The Property Show : Covid-19, A Buyer’s Market for Millennials?
Known as MarieJualKondo on Instagram and Twitter, Natasha Gideon comes on The Property Show to share her insights on the real estate landscape, how Covid-19 has affected her work and some thoughts on how millennials are approaching the topic of buying their first home. She outlines some difficulties, opportunities and the gaps in knowledge in the market.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-property-show/covid-19-a-buyers-market-for-millennials
The Property Show : Covid-19, A Buyer’s Market for Millennials?
Known as MarieJualKondo on Instagram and Twitter, Natasha Gideon comes on The Property Show to share her insights on the real estate landscape, how Covid-19 has affected her work and some thoughts on how millennials are approaching the topic of buying their first home. She outlines some difficulties, opportunities and the gaps in knowledge in the market.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-property-show/covid-19-a-buyers-market-for-millennials
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The Breakfast Grille : Will Top Glove Remain Top Dog In Rubber Gloves?
As the world's largest glove manufacture, Top Glove's star has rocketed upwards on the back of the pandemic-driven demand for gloves. But what does Top Glove have in store in 2021, and how will the management navigate an increasingly competitive landscape as well as uncertain global economic tensions? We speak with Dato Lee Kim Meow, Managing Director of Top Glove, to find out more.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-breakfast-grille/will-top-glove-remain-top-dog-in-rubber-gloves
The Breakfast Grille : Will Top Glove Remain Top Dog In Rubber Gloves?
As the world's largest glove manufacture, Top Glove's star has rocketed upwards on the back of the pandemic-driven demand for gloves. But what does Top Glove have in store in 2021, and how will the management navigate an increasingly competitive landscape as well as uncertain global economic tensions? We speak with Dato Lee Kim Meow, Managing Director of Top Glove, to find out more.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-breakfast-grille/will-top-glove-remain-top-dog-in-rubber-gloves
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Open For Business : Neighbours Helping Neighbours
In the past, during disasters or times of struggle, everyone in the kampung comes together to support each other. With Smolpotato, you help your neighbours by deciding to buy or rent from your neighbours. Therefore keeping money in the community.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/open-for-business/ent-ofb-neighbours-helping-neighbours
Open For Business : Neighbours Helping Neighbours
In the past, during disasters or times of struggle, everyone in the kampung comes together to support each other. With Smolpotato, you help your neighbours by deciding to buy or rent from your neighbours. Therefore keeping money in the community.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/open-for-business/ent-ofb-neighbours-helping-neighbours
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Ringgit and Sense : How To Invest While Managing Anxiety?
Investing is vital to your long term financial health, but it can be a nerve wracking experience. So how can you invest while managing the anxieties that come with it?
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/ringgit-and-sense/how-to-invest-while-managing-anxiety
Ringgit and Sense : How To Invest While Managing Anxiety?
Investing is vital to your long term financial health, but it can be a nerve wracking experience. So how can you invest while managing the anxieties that come with it?
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/ringgit-and-sense/how-to-invest-while-managing-anxiety