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Ringgit and Sense : Side Gig Income and Profits from Shares - Taxable?
If you’ve taken on a side gig to supplement your income or made money from shares, you might want to catch Roshan Kanesan's chat with tax consultant Thanneermalai about what income is taxable & what isn’t. They also wrap up the conversation with some tax filling and document preservation tips.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/ringgit-and-sense/side-gig-income-and-profits-from-shares-taxable
Ringgit and Sense : Side Gig Income and Profits from Shares - Taxable?
If you’ve taken on a side gig to supplement your income or made money from shares, you might want to catch Roshan Kanesan's chat with tax consultant Thanneermalai about what income is taxable & what isn’t. They also wrap up the conversation with some tax filling and document preservation tips.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/ringgit-and-sense/side-gig-income-and-profits-from-shares-taxable
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The Pulse : P. Ramlee, The Musical Genius
To commemorate the late, great Allahyarham Tan Sri P. Ramlee's birthday on the 22nd of March, we take a dive into his music legacy and learn more about the enigmatic star. We speak to renowned composer and music director Roslan Aziz, whose works include the P. Ramlee Musical and Sheila Majid's Legenda album, on Ramlee's outstanding artistry and eclectic body of work.IMAGE SOURCE: Muhammad Ismail Ibrahim / The Kelantan Times
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/night-shift/the-pulse/the-pulse-p-ramlee-the-musical-genius
The Pulse : P. Ramlee, The Musical Genius
To commemorate the late, great Allahyarham Tan Sri P. Ramlee's birthday on the 22nd of March, we take a dive into his music legacy and learn more about the enigmatic star. We speak to renowned composer and music director Roslan Aziz, whose works include the P. Ramlee Musical and Sheila Majid's Legenda album, on Ramlee's outstanding artistry and eclectic body of work.IMAGE SOURCE: Muhammad Ismail Ibrahim / The Kelantan Times
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/night-shift/the-pulse/the-pulse-p-ramlee-the-musical-genius
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Rise With The Best : Equipping Fresh Grads with a Competitive Edge
Gone are the days of University students only needing a degree to embark on a successful career. Today, employers keep an eye out for graduates who go out of their way to upskill themselves and broaden their horizons. We speak with Jason Lo, Head of Taylor's College School of Professional Studies about how they're re-imagining the higher education landscape, and his mission to empower students to go the extra mile. Interested to find out more about programmes at Taylor’s College? Register for the Taylor’s College Digital Open Day on 3rd and 10th April at bit.ly/taylorscollegedod.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/special-feature/rise-with-the-best/rwtb-ep01
Rise With The Best : Equipping Fresh Grads with a Competitive Edge
Gone are the days of University students only needing a degree to embark on a successful career. Today, employers keep an eye out for graduates who go out of their way to upskill themselves and broaden their horizons. We speak with Jason Lo, Head of Taylor's College School of Professional Studies about how they're re-imagining the higher education landscape, and his mission to empower students to go the extra mile. Interested to find out more about programmes at Taylor’s College? Register for the Taylor’s College Digital Open Day on 3rd and 10th April at bit.ly/taylorscollegedod.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/special-feature/rise-with-the-best/rwtb-ep01
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The Pulse : Intellectual Property in the Music Industry
Talks on music rights and royalties have been a prevalent and controversial topic especially between artists and record labels. How can musicians protect their craft and work and be more empowered on the subject? To get a basic understanding on the issue, we speak to Foong Cheng Leong, Co-chair of the Intellectual Property Committee of the Bar Council to explore the framework of intellectual property and understand its role in the music industry.IMAGE SOURCE: ESB Professional
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/night-shift/the-pulse/the-pulse-intellectual-property-in-the-music-industry
The Pulse : Intellectual Property in the Music Industry
Talks on music rights and royalties have been a prevalent and controversial topic especially between artists and record labels. How can musicians protect their craft and work and be more empowered on the subject? To get a basic understanding on the issue, we speak to Foong Cheng Leong, Co-chair of the Intellectual Property Committee of the Bar Council to explore the framework of intellectual property and understand its role in the music industry.IMAGE SOURCE: ESB Professional
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/night-shift/the-pulse/the-pulse-intellectual-property-in-the-music-industry
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Open For Business : Failing Forward: When Entrepreneurs Micromanage
It’s a startup sickness, and it doesn’t discriminate. Or does it? We speak with Founder and CEO of Kiddocare Nadira Yusoff about the dangers of micromanaging, not just in the workplace but in all aspects of life and entrepreneurship, plus how to learn to let go.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/open-for-business/ent-ofb-failing-forward-when-entrepreneurs-micromanage
Open For Business : Failing Forward: When Entrepreneurs Micromanage
It’s a startup sickness, and it doesn’t discriminate. Or does it? We speak with Founder and CEO of Kiddocare Nadira Yusoff about the dangers of micromanaging, not just in the workplace but in all aspects of life and entrepreneurship, plus how to learn to let go.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/open-for-business/ent-ofb-failing-forward-when-entrepreneurs-micromanage
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Evening Edition : Youths Protest To Call for Undi18
About 100 youths marched towards Parliament on Saturday, following the Election Commission’s decision to delay the lowering of the voting age to 18. We speak with two protestors about their demands. Image Source: Bryan Hung, @bryanhungchien on Instagram
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/evening-edition/youths-protest-to-call-for-undi18
Evening Edition : Youths Protest To Call for Undi18
About 100 youths marched towards Parliament on Saturday, following the Election Commission’s decision to delay the lowering of the voting age to 18. We speak with two protestors about their demands. Image Source: Bryan Hung, @bryanhungchien on Instagram
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/evening-edition/youths-protest-to-call-for-undi18
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Health and Living : Entering Phase 2 of COVID-19 Vaccination: Who’s Eligible?
April marks the 2nd phase of the National COVID-19 Immunisation Programme. While it has been reported that this phase covers the elderly and those with co-morbidities, who exactly is eligible for the jabs, and why is it important for them to be prioritised above the general population? We get the answers from Dr Ho Bee Kiau, Family Medicine Specialist from the Selangor State Health Department. Image Source: Shutterstock
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/the-bigger-picture/health-and-living/entering-phase-2-of-covid-19-vaccination-whos-eligible
Health and Living : Entering Phase 2 of COVID-19 Vaccination: Who’s Eligible?
April marks the 2nd phase of the National COVID-19 Immunisation Programme. While it has been reported that this phase covers the elderly and those with co-morbidities, who exactly is eligible for the jabs, and why is it important for them to be prioritised above the general population? We get the answers from Dr Ho Bee Kiau, Family Medicine Specialist from the Selangor State Health Department. Image Source: Shutterstock
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/the-bigger-picture/health-and-living/entering-phase-2-of-covid-19-vaccination-whos-eligible
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Morning Brief : Tech Giants Making Massive Undersea Cable Expansion in South East Asia
Claude Achcar helps us understand how the tech giants are making huge investments in undersea cable expansion across South East Asia through Indonesia and Singapore and what this means for internet penetration across the region.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/tech-giants-making-massive-undersea-cable-expansion-in-south-east-asia
Morning Brief : Tech Giants Making Massive Undersea Cable Expansion in South East Asia
Claude Achcar helps us understand how the tech giants are making huge investments in undersea cable expansion across South East Asia through Indonesia and Singapore and what this means for internet penetration across the region.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/tech-giants-making-massive-undersea-cable-expansion-in-south-east-asia
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Health and Living : Doctor in the House: Tracking COVID-19 Variants In Malaysia
The Ministry of Health has reported several local COVID-19 cases involving a more contagious variant that was first detected in South Africa. Not only that, some vaccines are said to be less effective against this variant as well. To find out what we’re doing to keep track of different variants and how this will affect ongoing COVID-19 vaccinations, we’ll be speaking to Khairy Jamaluddin, Minister of Science, Technology & Innovation-cum-Coordinating Minister, National COVID-19 Immunisation Programme, together with consultant urologist Dr George Lee. Image source: Shutterstock
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/the-bigger-picture/health-and-living/doctor-in-the-house-tracking-covid-19-variants-in-malaysia
Health and Living : Doctor in the House: Tracking COVID-19 Variants In Malaysia
The Ministry of Health has reported several local COVID-19 cases involving a more contagious variant that was first detected in South Africa. Not only that, some vaccines are said to be less effective against this variant as well. To find out what we’re doing to keep track of different variants and how this will affect ongoing COVID-19 vaccinations, we’ll be speaking to Khairy Jamaluddin, Minister of Science, Technology & Innovation-cum-Coordinating Minister, National COVID-19 Immunisation Programme, together with consultant urologist Dr George Lee. Image source: Shutterstock
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/the-bigger-picture/health-and-living/doctor-in-the-house-tracking-covid-19-variants-in-malaysia
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The Daily Digest : Why Did Hishammuddin’s ‘China/Big Brother’ Comment Cause So Much Controversy?
Last Thursday, one comment made by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Hishammuddin Hussein, at a bilateral meeting in China, sent Twitterjaya into a frenzy. During his speech, Hishammuddin said, “you will always be my big brother (specifically ‘da ge’ in Mandarin).” That quote received widespread criticisms from academics, politicians and the rakyat. But why was that statement so controversial? We discuss. Image: Hishammuddin Hussein's Twitter
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/the-bigger-picture/the-daily-digest/why-did-hishammuddins-chinabig-brother-comment-cause-so-much-controversy
The Daily Digest : Why Did Hishammuddin’s ‘China/Big Brother’ Comment Cause So Much Controversy?
Last Thursday, one comment made by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Hishammuddin Hussein, at a bilateral meeting in China, sent Twitterjaya into a frenzy. During his speech, Hishammuddin said, “you will always be my big brother (specifically ‘da ge’ in Mandarin).” That quote received widespread criticisms from academics, politicians and the rakyat. But why was that statement so controversial? We discuss. Image: Hishammuddin Hussein's Twitter
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/the-bigger-picture/the-daily-digest/why-did-hishammuddins-chinabig-brother-comment-cause-so-much-controversy
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Ringgit and Sense : 5 Steps To Jumpstart Your Retirement Planning
Is EPF enough for retirement? How do I calculate my retirement needs? Should I take out EPF money to invest? Roshan Kanesan addresses these retirement planning questions & more with licensed financial planner Idham Idris of Wealth Vantage Advisory. Other shows you might like: > 5 Things You Should Know Before Buying A Stock > 5 Steps To Get Women Investing > Why Do You Need Different Assets In Your Portfolio? > Fund Manager’s 5 Key Investing Lessons From 2020 > Mr Stingy's 10 Investing Principles
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/ringgit-and-sense/5-steps-to-jumpstart-your-retirement-planning
Ringgit and Sense : 5 Steps To Jumpstart Your Retirement Planning
Is EPF enough for retirement? How do I calculate my retirement needs? Should I take out EPF money to invest? Roshan Kanesan addresses these retirement planning questions & more with licensed financial planner Idham Idris of Wealth Vantage Advisory. Other shows you might like: > 5 Things You Should Know Before Buying A Stock > 5 Steps To Get Women Investing > Why Do You Need Different Assets In Your Portfolio? > Fund Manager’s 5 Key Investing Lessons From 2020 > Mr Stingy's 10 Investing Principles
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/ringgit-and-sense/5-steps-to-jumpstart-your-retirement-planning
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Inside Story : Have You Been Zucked?
More than 11 million Facebook users in Malaysia have had their personal data breached, putting them at risk of malicious activity. We explore how this happened, what we can do to keep ourselves safer online and whether legal action can be taken against tech companies to urge them to better protect our data. Image Source: Brett Jordan, Unsplash
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/inside-story/have-you-been-zucked
Inside Story : Have You Been Zucked?
More than 11 million Facebook users in Malaysia have had their personal data breached, putting them at risk of malicious activity. We explore how this happened, what we can do to keep ourselves safer online and whether legal action can be taken against tech companies to urge them to better protect our data. Image Source: Brett Jordan, Unsplash
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/inside-story/have-you-been-zucked
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The Property Show : Property Overhang: Not Just About The Prices
In its recent BNM’s Financial Stability Review for Second Half 2020 report, Bank Negara has warned that unsold properties in the country have remained at an elevated level as at end-2020. Sim Wie Boon talks to Cha-Ly Koh of Urbanmetry on the issue of overhang, pricing and just what is needed to be done to address the situation we’re in. Image credit: Shutterstock.com
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-property-show/property-overhang-not-just-about-the-prices
The Property Show : Property Overhang: Not Just About The Prices
In its recent BNM’s Financial Stability Review for Second Half 2020 report, Bank Negara has warned that unsold properties in the country have remained at an elevated level as at end-2020. Sim Wie Boon talks to Cha-Ly Koh of Urbanmetry on the issue of overhang, pricing and just what is needed to be done to address the situation we’re in. Image credit: Shutterstock.com
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-property-show/property-overhang-not-just-about-the-prices
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Tech Talk : The Tech Of Tomorrow - Episode 1 - The Future Development of 5G
The future development of 5G will not be limited to mobile communication technology - it will grow into a technology platform, that will resonate with cutting-edge technologies including AI and cloud. 5G will develop and change in ways beyond imagination and provide countless possible technological futures. In our first episode of the Tech of Tomorrow, we speak with Henry Tang, the Chief 5G scientist for Oppo, and Matt Armitage from Kulturpop about the future development of 5G. How will it transform tech and the mobile experience? How much faster is it? Listen back to find out more. Powered by Oppo. Technology for mankind. Kindness for the world. https://www.oppo.com/my/
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/tech-talk/ent-tt-the-future-development-of-5g
Tech Talk : The Tech Of Tomorrow - Episode 1 - The Future Development of 5G
The future development of 5G will not be limited to mobile communication technology - it will grow into a technology platform, that will resonate with cutting-edge technologies including AI and cloud. 5G will develop and change in ways beyond imagination and provide countless possible technological futures. In our first episode of the Tech of Tomorrow, we speak with Henry Tang, the Chief 5G scientist for Oppo, and Matt Armitage from Kulturpop about the future development of 5G. How will it transform tech and the mobile experience? How much faster is it? Listen back to find out more. Powered by Oppo. Technology for mankind. Kindness for the world. https://www.oppo.com/my/
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/tech-talk/ent-tt-the-future-development-of-5g
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Ringgit and Sense : No Risk, No Retirement?
Is retirement realistic? The concept was kicked off in 1889 by German Chancellor Otto von Bismarck, establishing the concept for the rest of us, but the average lifespan back then was just 43. And if it still is, how do we achieve it given the current challenges we face? Roshan Kanesan explores this with Rajen Devadason, CEO of RD WealthCreation, and Licensed Financial Planner with Manulife Investment Management Malaysia Berhad.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/ringgit-and-sense/no-risk-no-retirement
Ringgit and Sense : No Risk, No Retirement?
Is retirement realistic? The concept was kicked off in 1889 by German Chancellor Otto von Bismarck, establishing the concept for the rest of us, but the average lifespan back then was just 43. And if it still is, how do we achieve it given the current challenges we face? Roshan Kanesan explores this with Rajen Devadason, CEO of RD WealthCreation, and Licensed Financial Planner with Manulife Investment Management Malaysia Berhad.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/ringgit-and-sense/no-risk-no-retirement
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FutureScapes : FutureScapes 01: NFTs and the Meaning of Ownership
In 2031, kids in school will visit museums showcasing digital artwork and NFTs during their field trips. Or will they? As NFTs continue to redefine digital art and ownership, its technology will be utilized across many avenues such as property and fraud prevention. Chris Berg (Researcher, RMIT @rmituniversity) takes us to the future to find out more in the first episode of FutureScapes! Image Credit: Beeple
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bfm-originals/futurescapes/ent-fs-nfts-and-the-meaning-of-ownership
FutureScapes : FutureScapes 01: NFTs and the Meaning of Ownership
In 2031, kids in school will visit museums showcasing digital artwork and NFTs during their field trips. Or will they? As NFTs continue to redefine digital art and ownership, its technology will be utilized across many avenues such as property and fraud prevention. Chris Berg (Researcher, RMIT @rmituniversity) takes us to the future to find out more in the first episode of FutureScapes! Image Credit: Beeple
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/bfm-originals/futurescapes/ent-fs-nfts-and-the-meaning-of-ownership
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Live & Learn : Arresting the World’s Most Wanted Superyacht
9 months—that’s how long it took for lawyer Sitpah Selvaratnam and her team of legal experts to arrest Equanimity, the world’s most wanted superyacht that was bought by Malaysian tycoon Jho Low. Sitpah tells us her gripping experience in achieving the monumental task, against the backdrop of the 1MDB corruption scandal. Image source: Shutterstock
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/the-bigger-picture/live-learn/arresting-the-worlds-most-wanted-superyacht
Live & Learn : Arresting the World’s Most Wanted Superyacht
9 months—that’s how long it took for lawyer Sitpah Selvaratnam and her team of legal experts to arrest Equanimity, the world’s most wanted superyacht that was bought by Malaysian tycoon Jho Low. Sitpah tells us her gripping experience in achieving the monumental task, against the backdrop of the 1MDB corruption scandal. Image source: Shutterstock
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/the-bigger-picture/live-learn/arresting-the-worlds-most-wanted-superyacht
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Inside Story : Of Politicians & Leaked Tapes
An audio recording of a conversation allegedly between UMNO president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and opposition leader Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim was leaked last week to Facebook. We speak to honorary research associate Dr Bridget Welsh about whether leaked recordings like this bear a significant impact to the politicians involved. Next, we dive into some infamous leaked tapes of the past with senior fellow of the Singapore Institute of International Affairs, Dr. Oh Ei Sun. Lastly, columnist and strategic communications consultant Nathaniel Tan shares his insight on how journalists should report on these headlines. Image Source: YuriAbas and zmpixes, Shutterstock
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/inside-story/of-politicians-leaked-tapes
Inside Story : Of Politicians & Leaked Tapes
An audio recording of a conversation allegedly between UMNO president Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi and opposition leader Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim was leaked last week to Facebook. We speak to honorary research associate Dr Bridget Welsh about whether leaked recordings like this bear a significant impact to the politicians involved. Next, we dive into some infamous leaked tapes of the past with senior fellow of the Singapore Institute of International Affairs, Dr. Oh Ei Sun. Lastly, columnist and strategic communications consultant Nathaniel Tan shares his insight on how journalists should report on these headlines. Image Source: YuriAbas and zmpixes, Shutterstock
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/inside-story/of-politicians-leaked-tapes
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Morning Brief : Is MRT3 Plan Financially Sound?
The tender for the MRT3 Circle Line is expected to be opened by August, this year. The ultimate cost of the project is as yet unclear, but reports have emerged that MRT Corp is also considering a private funding arrangement of around 10-30%. We speak to Pankaj C. Kumar, Financial market columnist and a former chief investment officer, about the feasibility of this plan. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/is-mrt3-plan-financially-sound
Morning Brief : Is MRT3 Plan Financially Sound?
The tender for the MRT3 Circle Line is expected to be opened by August, this year. The ultimate cost of the project is as yet unclear, but reports have emerged that MRT Corp is also considering a private funding arrangement of around 10-30%. We speak to Pankaj C. Kumar, Financial market columnist and a former chief investment officer, about the feasibility of this plan. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/is-mrt3-plan-financially-sound
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Live & Learn : Good Things #15: UNDI 18 - Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia
On this episode of Good Things, we chat with two youth activists and advocates who started the movement to lower the voting age in Malaysia from 21 to 18, Qyira Yusri and Tharma Pillai, Co-Founders of Youth Advocacy group, UNDI 18. This week, both of them were chosen by Forbes for its annual “30 Under 30 Asia” list. They were listed under the ‘Social Impact’ section for their efforts in promoting youth representation in politics as a social enterprise, as well as their highly lauded Parlimen Digital initiative. We talk to them about their journey, their inspirations and why we need to lower the voting age from 21-18 immediately. Image source: UNDI18 Facebook
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/the-bigger-picture/live-learn/good-things-15-undi-18-forbes-30-under-30-asia
Live & Learn : Good Things #15: UNDI 18 - Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia
On this episode of Good Things, we chat with two youth activists and advocates who started the movement to lower the voting age in Malaysia from 21 to 18, Qyira Yusri and Tharma Pillai, Co-Founders of Youth Advocacy group, UNDI 18. This week, both of them were chosen by Forbes for its annual “30 Under 30 Asia” list. They were listed under the ‘Social Impact’ section for their efforts in promoting youth representation in politics as a social enterprise, as well as their highly lauded Parlimen Digital initiative. We talk to them about their journey, their inspirations and why we need to lower the voting age from 21-18 immediately. Image source: UNDI18 Facebook
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/the-bigger-picture/live-learn/good-things-15-undi-18-forbes-30-under-30-asia