Editor's Pick
Live & Learn : Parliament’s First Woman Deputy Speaker Speaks Her Mind
Less than a year since she took office, we catch up with Malaysia’s first woman Deputy Speaker of the Dewan Rakyat. Dato’ Sri Azalina reflects on her time as speaker so far, walks us through a typical day in parliament pre-Emergency, and tells us how she’s continuing her work for the Dewan, as well as her own constituency, now that Parliament is out of session.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/the-bigger-picture/live-learn/parliaments-first-woman-deputy-speaker-speaks-her-mind
Live & Learn : Parliament’s First Woman Deputy Speaker Speaks Her Mind
Less than a year since she took office, we catch up with Malaysia’s first woman Deputy Speaker of the Dewan Rakyat. Dato’ Sri Azalina reflects on her time as speaker so far, walks us through a typical day in parliament pre-Emergency, and tells us how she’s continuing her work for the Dewan, as well as her own constituency, now that Parliament is out of session.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/the-bigger-picture/live-learn/parliaments-first-woman-deputy-speaker-speaks-her-mind
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Health and Living : Healthy Ageing: Helping Dementia Patients Through Music
Music has the ability to evoke memories and emotions, especially if we’ve associated a significant memory to a song. So how can we use that connection people have to music as a form of therapy for people with dementia? We speak to medical music therapist Dr Indra Selvarajah from Universiti Putra Malaysia on the work that she does and how music therapy benefits dementia patients. Image source: Shutterstock
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/the-bigger-picture/health-and-living/healthy-ageing-helping-dementia-patients-through-music
Health and Living : Healthy Ageing: Helping Dementia Patients Through Music
Music has the ability to evoke memories and emotions, especially if we’ve associated a significant memory to a song. So how can we use that connection people have to music as a form of therapy for people with dementia? We speak to medical music therapist Dr Indra Selvarajah from Universiti Putra Malaysia on the work that she does and how music therapy benefits dementia patients. Image source: Shutterstock
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/the-bigger-picture/health-and-living/healthy-ageing-helping-dementia-patients-through-music
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The Breakfast Grille : Is New Energy Petronas' Future?
As oil majors around the world attempt to plan for the future and diversify away from oil, PETRONAS says that the establishment of their New Energy division "places them in prime position to pursue domestic and international renewables market share to power the world with cleaner energy." What are New Energy's mandate and timeline, and how will they get there? We speak to Dr Jay Mariyappan to find out. Image credit: PETRONAS
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-breakfast-grille/is-new-energy-petronas-future
The Breakfast Grille : Is New Energy Petronas' Future?
As oil majors around the world attempt to plan for the future and diversify away from oil, PETRONAS says that the establishment of their New Energy division "places them in prime position to pursue domestic and international renewables market share to power the world with cleaner energy." What are New Energy's mandate and timeline, and how will they get there? We speak to Dr Jay Mariyappan to find out. Image credit: PETRONAS
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-breakfast-grille/is-new-energy-petronas-future
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Inside Story : 'Period Spot Checks' Need To Stop
Girls in multiple schools have come forward to share their stories of being ‘shamed, groped and violated’ in period spot checks, with many saying they had to physically prove they were on their period through extreme measures like showing their sanitary pads. We speak with Rozana Isa from Sisters in Islam about why urgent action needs to be taken on the issue. Then, we hear from student activist Nurul Rifayah Muhammad Iqbal about how students can be empowered by knowing their rights. Finally, we speak with model and influencer Nalisa Alia Amin about how digital spaces provide a platform for survivors. Image Source: Kyo Azuma, Unsplash
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/inside-story/period-spot-checks-need-to-stop
Inside Story : 'Period Spot Checks' Need To Stop
Girls in multiple schools have come forward to share their stories of being ‘shamed, groped and violated’ in period spot checks, with many saying they had to physically prove they were on their period through extreme measures like showing their sanitary pads. We speak with Rozana Isa from Sisters in Islam about why urgent action needs to be taken on the issue. Then, we hear from student activist Nurul Rifayah Muhammad Iqbal about how students can be empowered by knowing their rights. Finally, we speak with model and influencer Nalisa Alia Amin about how digital spaces provide a platform for survivors. Image Source: Kyo Azuma, Unsplash
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/inside-story/period-spot-checks-need-to-stop
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Tech Talk : The Tech Of Tomorrow - Episode 3 - 5G And Video Applications
Oppo’s insight into user needs and 5G application exploration spurred the development of many technologies that helped to improve the way that cameras on phones work. Just take a look at things like anti-shake technology, wide-angle lenses, video zooming, video portrait blur, AI real-time beautification and others. But, in order to replace older technology, new technology must provide significant benefits to users; how is 5G going to transform video technology on these new devices? In our third episode of The Tech of Tomorrow, we speak with Henry Tang, Oppo’s Chief 5G Scientist, and Matt Armitage from Kulturpop, where we talk about 5G and Video Applications. 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-5g-and-video-applications
Tech Talk : The Tech Of Tomorrow - Episode 3 - 5G And Video Applications
Oppo’s insight into user needs and 5G application exploration spurred the development of many technologies that helped to improve the way that cameras on phones work. Just take a look at things like anti-shake technology, wide-angle lenses, video zooming, video portrait blur, AI real-time beautification and others. But, in order to replace older technology, new technology must provide significant benefits to users; how is 5G going to transform video technology on these new devices? In our third episode of The Tech of Tomorrow, we speak with Henry Tang, Oppo’s Chief 5G Scientist, and Matt Armitage from Kulturpop, where we talk about 5G and Video Applications. 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-5g-and-video-applications
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The Daily Digest : What To Expect When You Go For Your COVID-19 Vaccination?
While some of us are ready to race for the COVID-19 vaccines as soon as we get our appointment, there are others who are anxious about what the process will be like, and many more who are generally hesitant about getting the COVID-19 vaccine. We take a look at what exactly happens at a major vaccination centre, and why it’s important for us to register for the COVID-19 vaccine and stick to our appointments. Image source: JKJAV
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/the-bigger-picture/the-daily-digest/what-to-expect-when-you-go-for-your-covid-19-vaccination
The Daily Digest : What To Expect When You Go For Your COVID-19 Vaccination?
While some of us are ready to race for the COVID-19 vaccines as soon as we get our appointment, there are others who are anxious about what the process will be like, and many more who are generally hesitant about getting the COVID-19 vaccine. We take a look at what exactly happens at a major vaccination centre, and why it’s important for us to register for the COVID-19 vaccine and stick to our appointments. Image source: JKJAV
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/the-bigger-picture/the-daily-digest/what-to-expect-when-you-go-for-your-covid-19-vaccination
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Resource Centre : You Need A Covid-19 Response Team in Your Company
The unthinkable has happened. Someone in your organisation has tested positive for Covid-19. What do you do? Who do you call? How should you communicate the news to everyone? SHOULD you communicate the news to everyone? In conjunction with World Day for Safety & Health at Work 2021, we speak with Certified Occupational Health Doctor from the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health Malaysia, Dr Rokeshwar Hari Dass about responding, managing and mitigating the risks to your organisation in the event of a Covid-19 case in the workplace.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/resource-centre/ent-rc-you-need-a-covid-19-response-team-in-your-company
Resource Centre : You Need A Covid-19 Response Team in Your Company
The unthinkable has happened. Someone in your organisation has tested positive for Covid-19. What do you do? Who do you call? How should you communicate the news to everyone? SHOULD you communicate the news to everyone? In conjunction with World Day for Safety & Health at Work 2021, we speak with Certified Occupational Health Doctor from the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health Malaysia, Dr Rokeshwar Hari Dass about responding, managing and mitigating the risks to your organisation in the event of a Covid-19 case in the workplace.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/resource-centre/ent-rc-you-need-a-covid-19-response-team-in-your-company
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GGWP : Apple Arcade - Worth It?
Last week, Activision-Blizzard rocked the Overwatch community when they announced the departure of the game’s Lead Director and veteran employee, Jeff Kaplan. We speak to Overwatch fan, Kelvin Yee to find out how the fans feel about Kaplan’s departure, and how this will affect Overwatch 2’s development moving forward. We also check out Apple Arcade, a video-game subscription service from the tech giant from Cupertino, California and see whether the platform, and the games available there, are worth subscribing to. What works, and what doesn’t for Apple Arcade? Tune in to hear our thoughts.IMAGE SOURCE: Apple
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/night-shift/ggwp/ep16-apple-arcade-worth-it
GGWP : Apple Arcade - Worth It?
Last week, Activision-Blizzard rocked the Overwatch community when they announced the departure of the game’s Lead Director and veteran employee, Jeff Kaplan. We speak to Overwatch fan, Kelvin Yee to find out how the fans feel about Kaplan’s departure, and how this will affect Overwatch 2’s development moving forward. We also check out Apple Arcade, a video-game subscription service from the tech giant from Cupertino, California and see whether the platform, and the games available there, are worth subscribing to. What works, and what doesn’t for Apple Arcade? Tune in to hear our thoughts.IMAGE SOURCE: Apple
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/night-shift/ggwp/ep16-apple-arcade-worth-it
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Inside Story : Custodial Deaths Need To End
Last week, A. Ganapathy died after being hospitalised for suffering injuries under police custody adding to an unsettling list of custodial deaths. We first hear about Ganapathy’s case from his lawyer. Then, we talk about the larger issue of deaths in prison. And finally, we look at the proposed Independent Police Complaints and Misconduct Commission and how it could help in working towards better law enforcement. Image Source: Emiliano Bar, Unsplash
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/inside-story/custodial-deaths-need-to-end
Inside Story : Custodial Deaths Need To End
Last week, A. Ganapathy died after being hospitalised for suffering injuries under police custody adding to an unsettling list of custodial deaths. We first hear about Ganapathy’s case from his lawyer. Then, we talk about the larger issue of deaths in prison. And finally, we look at the proposed Independent Police Complaints and Misconduct Commission and how it could help in working towards better law enforcement. Image Source: Emiliano Bar, Unsplash
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/inside-story/custodial-deaths-need-to-end
The AstraZeneca vaccine has been officially rolled out in 4 special vaccination centres (PPV) in Selangor and KL. Here are some questions and answers we compiled from JKJAV’s official channel. Hopefully this clarifies a couple of questions you might have before attending your appointment.
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Share this guide with your friends and family, and remember to abide by the SOPs when you’re in the vaccination centres. Continue protecting your loved ones by doing the same after taking the jab.
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Facebook: http://bit.ly/AZGuideFacebook
Share this guide with your friends and family, and remember to abide by the SOPs when you’re in the vaccination centres. Continue protecting your loved ones by doing the same after taking the jab.
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The Breakfast Grille : Widening The Social Safety Net
Social Security Organization (SOCSO), also known as PERKESO, has seen its role expand as the government rolled out various initiatives to help workers and companies impacted by Covid 19. How has this government agency adapted and should we consider widening the social safety net especially since the nature of work has changed. Its CEO, Dato' Sri Dr. Mohammed Azman tells us whilst also divulging how SOCSO manages its finances and investments. Image credit: SOCSO
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-breakfast-grille/widening-the-social-safety-net
The Breakfast Grille : Widening The Social Safety Net
Social Security Organization (SOCSO), also known as PERKESO, has seen its role expand as the government rolled out various initiatives to help workers and companies impacted by Covid 19. How has this government agency adapted and should we consider widening the social safety net especially since the nature of work has changed. Its CEO, Dato' Sri Dr. Mohammed Azman tells us whilst also divulging how SOCSO manages its finances and investments. Image credit: SOCSO
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-breakfast-grille/widening-the-social-safety-net
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Morning Brief : Fintech, Watch The Stellar Growth
With 233 Fintech companies in Malaysia, who will be the winners in this growing sector? Vincent Fong, Chief Editor of Fintech News Malaysia tells us whilst revealing whether any Malaysian companies have the potential to be a unicorn. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/fintech-watch-the-stellar-growth
Morning Brief : Fintech, Watch The Stellar Growth
With 233 Fintech companies in Malaysia, who will be the winners in this growing sector? Vincent Fong, Chief Editor of Fintech News Malaysia tells us whilst revealing whether any Malaysian companies have the potential to be a unicorn. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/morning-brief/fintech-watch-the-stellar-growth
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Evening Edition : Speaking To Someone Who Is Vaccine Hesitant
Not everyone who is vaccine hesitant is an anti-vaxxer, and understanding this might help with our vaccination efforts. Dr Hariyati shares some ways to talk to the people in your life who feel apprehensive about the COVID-19 vaccine. Image Source: Thirdman, Pexels
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/evening-edition/speaking-to-someone-who-is-vaccine-hesitant
Evening Edition : Speaking To Someone Who Is Vaccine Hesitant
Not everyone who is vaccine hesitant is an anti-vaxxer, and understanding this might help with our vaccination efforts. Dr Hariyati shares some ways to talk to the people in your life who feel apprehensive about the COVID-19 vaccine. Image Source: Thirdman, Pexels
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/evening-edition/speaking-to-someone-who-is-vaccine-hesitant
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The Breakfast Grille : A New Generation At DAP
DAP tasted power for a brief 22 months but is back in opposition. What are their next steps as Malaysia heads towards the next general elections? Is this party with the most seats in Parliament reconsidering their coalition partners and will they even join hands with UMNO? Questions answered by former Transport Minister and current National Organising Secretary Anthony Loke who perhaps might be the future Secretary-General of DAP.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-breakfast-grille/a-new-generation-at-dap
The Breakfast Grille : A New Generation At DAP
DAP tasted power for a brief 22 months but is back in opposition. What are their next steps as Malaysia heads towards the next general elections? Is this party with the most seats in Parliament reconsidering their coalition partners and will they even join hands with UMNO? Questions answered by former Transport Minister and current National Organising Secretary Anthony Loke who perhaps might be the future Secretary-General of DAP.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-breakfast-grille/a-new-generation-at-dap
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Open For Business : Insuring Our Four-Legged Friends
Pet insurance isn’t popular here in Malaysia, yet many people with dogs or cats in the family often find themselves burdened with expensive vet bills. Oyen, Malaysia’s first digital pet insurance, plans to close that gap in the market with affordable insurance that covers a wide range of pet-related medical issues. We speak to Kevin Hoong, CEO of Oyen, about creating awareness for pet insurance locally, foreseeing competition, and expanding the brand in the coming months.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/open-for-business/ent-ofb-insuring-our-four-legged-friends
Open For Business : Insuring Our Four-Legged Friends
Pet insurance isn’t popular here in Malaysia, yet many people with dogs or cats in the family often find themselves burdened with expensive vet bills. Oyen, Malaysia’s first digital pet insurance, plans to close that gap in the market with affordable insurance that covers a wide range of pet-related medical issues. We speak to Kevin Hoong, CEO of Oyen, about creating awareness for pet insurance locally, foreseeing competition, and expanding the brand in the coming months.
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/enterprise/open-for-business/ent-ofb-insuring-our-four-legged-friends
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Inside Story : Impact Of Youth Movements & Protests
A nationwide "School Walkout Day" has been proposed for later this week to protest sexual harassment in schools. We look at the growing strength of youth movements and protests, by first speaking with the National School Walkout Alliance about why they're organising the protest. Then, we discuss various youth-led movements and their impact, both locally and around the world. Finally, we look at how young people can be empowered to speak up and participate in causes. Image Source: Natalie Chaney, Unsplash
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/inside-story/impact-of-youth-movements-protests
Inside Story : Impact Of Youth Movements & Protests
A nationwide "School Walkout Day" has been proposed for later this week to protest sexual harassment in schools. We look at the growing strength of youth movements and protests, by first speaking with the National School Walkout Alliance about why they're organising the protest. Then, we discuss various youth-led movements and their impact, both locally and around the world. Finally, we look at how young people can be empowered to speak up and participate in causes. Image Source: Natalie Chaney, Unsplash
https://www.bfm.my/podcast/evening-edition/inside-story/impact-of-youth-movements-protests
TAPAU, PLEASE? 🥡 - Your guide to conversation starters:
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⭐️ A-list guests
✨ Feel-good
🔥 Fire, fire, fire!!!
🌶 Spicy
🏖 Kick back and relax
🍿 Gripping
💡 Highly insightful
🎉 Entertaining
🕵🏽 Investigative
👨🏽🍳 Today's special
TAPAU, PLEASE? 🥡
Wed, 19 May 2021 - Bringing you the top conversations you might've missed 🛵
Business & Finance 📈💸
Moody's Analytics reports that total global debt has reached a record USD24 trillion, which risks derailing global economic recovery:
"There's still a need for governments to provide fiscal support to individuals, but high debt means that governments may not able to. That could damage the ability of economies to really pull out of this period of sluggish growth."
- Steve Cochrane, Moody's Analytics [Listen here] 💡
Health 🏥👨⚕️
COVID-19 is getting dire in Selangor, as new daily cases exceed 1,000 under MCO 3.0 - and as MOH mulls a total statewide lockdown:
"All that we asked for was data sharing from Putrajaya. We were able to control this. As soon as they blocked us, we saw an escalation of cases. If MCO 3.0 repeats these mistakes, it's doomsday for us."
- Dr Dzulkefly [Listen here] ⭐️
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Wed, 19 May 2021 - Bringing you the top conversations you might've missed 🛵
Business & Finance 📈💸
Moody's Analytics reports that total global debt has reached a record USD24 trillion, which risks derailing global economic recovery:
"There's still a need for governments to provide fiscal support to individuals, but high debt means that governments may not able to. That could damage the ability of economies to really pull out of this period of sluggish growth."
- Steve Cochrane, Moody's Analytics [Listen here] 💡
Health 🏥👨⚕️
COVID-19 is getting dire in Selangor, as new daily cases exceed 1,000 under MCO 3.0 - and as MOH mulls a total statewide lockdown:
"All that we asked for was data sharing from Putrajaya. We were able to control this. As soon as they blocked us, we saw an escalation of cases. If MCO 3.0 repeats these mistakes, it's doomsday for us."
- Dr Dzulkefly [Listen here] ⭐️
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TAPAU, PLEASE? 🥡
Thu, 20 May 2021 - Serving you the top conversations you might've missed 🛵
Business & Finance 📈💸
The US Fed's FOMC minutes are out, cautiously optimistic about the US economy's recovery. Historically, Asia's growth is tied into those minutes. But with new case spikes in ASEAN - and slow jab rates - analysts are cautious about ASEAN's recovery:
"It's a sputtering recovery. A full one could be in 2022. We thought, End 2021 - don't get too excited, but now it turns out that our mistake was being too optimistic."
- Vishnu, Mizuho Bank [Listen here] 💡
Current Affairs 🌏
Malaysia is raising RM1 million for Palestinians in Gaza. While Malaysians are also asking Putrajaya to help local refugees in 🇲🇾, those refugees worry for their families in 🇵🇸:
"I contacted my family in Gaza on Hari Raya. But after that I lost contact. I don't know if they're alive. I don't know where they are."
- Ahmad [Listen here] ✅
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Thu, 20 May 2021 - Serving you the top conversations you might've missed 🛵
Business & Finance 📈💸
The US Fed's FOMC minutes are out, cautiously optimistic about the US economy's recovery. Historically, Asia's growth is tied into those minutes. But with new case spikes in ASEAN - and slow jab rates - analysts are cautious about ASEAN's recovery:
"It's a sputtering recovery. A full one could be in 2022. We thought, End 2021 - don't get too excited, but now it turns out that our mistake was being too optimistic."
- Vishnu, Mizuho Bank [Listen here] 💡
Current Affairs 🌏
Malaysia is raising RM1 million for Palestinians in Gaza. While Malaysians are also asking Putrajaya to help local refugees in 🇲🇾, those refugees worry for their families in 🇵🇸:
"I contacted my family in Gaza on Hari Raya. But after that I lost contact. I don't know if they're alive. I don't know where they are."
- Ahmad [Listen here] ✅
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