Best BFM Media Podcasts (2024)

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Because Feelings Matter #32: How An Activist Overcame Burnout 31:39

3h ago31:39

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In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic forced the world into lockdown. The streets became empty. Shops, businesses, offices and schools were shut. Some families were kept apart. For vulnerable, marginalised communities like the homeless and the destitute, everyday life became perilous. Alya Syahida Allias, an activist for high risk communities, straddled t…

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Give Para-Athletes Their Due 10:43

5h ago10:43

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The 2024 Paris Paralympics commences this week with Malaysia represented by a 30-person strong contingent and a target of four gold medals. Malaysia has achieved Paralympic gold glory since the 2016 Rio Games, but why has this not been rewarded with greater investment in para-sports? We get perspectives from Datuk Dr Ras Adiba Radzi, Chairperson of…

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French Government Still In Limbo 11:56

6h ago11:56

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A government has yet to be formed in France more than a month after snap elections in July. This week President Emmanuel Macron rejected the nomination of Lucie Castets from the National Popular Front (NFP), the left-wing coalition that won the most seats in the elections. How long can this impasse last and how will it affect the governance of Fran…

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Ready to Level Up Your Startup? How the PACE Bootcamp Aims to Upskill Founders 30:11

21h ago30:11

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In this episode of Enterprise Explores, we spotlight the newly launched PACE Bootcamp by Artem PACE—a 10-week program designed to empower entrepreneurs across various industries. This no-fee, equity-free Bootcamp offers workshops, mentorship, and hands-on learning experiences in key areas like finance, AI, technology, and marketing. With a rigorous…

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A United Malaysia Is Worth Fighting For 23:51

21h ago23:51

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Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof recently revealed that there have been differing legal views between the federal and state levels, as Sarawak demands more rights under the Malaysia Agreement 1963 to be fulfilled. These demands were reportedly discussed at the highest council meeting last month. Bandar Kuching MP Dr. Kelvin Yii joins…

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Focused Shift From Inflation To Labour Markets 11:57

24h ago11:57

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As the Fed shifts attention from inflation to jobs and labour data, we ask Carlos Casanova, Senior Economist, UBP whether we still are on course for a Fed rate cut and its implications on ASEAN currencies amid a softening demand for consumer spend in China. Image Credit: shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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A Healthy And Delicious Diet For People With Swallowing Disorders 36:56

5h ago36:56

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For people who have swallowing issues, eating can be a challenge but that doesn’t mean what they eat can’t be nutritious and delicious. Question is, how can family members do that safely? And does taste matter as long as they’re getting their necessary nutrients? Here to answer those questions and more, are speech-language therapist Tay Chia Yi and…

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From RM20K to Millions: How This Engineer-Turned-Entrepreneur Built IGL Coatings 39:00

1d ago39:00

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Founded in 2015, IGL Coatings develops and manufactures surface protection solutions, particularly known for its low and zero Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) ceramic coatings. In the last 9 years, it has expanded its presence to over 50 countries and aims to offer high-performance, eco-friendly functional coatings for automotive, marine, aviation…

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Developments Along The Israel-Lebanon Frontier 7:19

7h ago7:19

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Israel and the Hezbollah group exchanged dozens of rockets and missiles over the weekend, in an escalation that drove fears of an all-out Middle East war to new heights. James Dorsey, Senior Fellow at the S Rajaratnam School of International Studies assesses the current situation which has now taken on an uneasy calm. Image Credit: shutterstock.com…

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Dropped Calls In Malaysia's 5G Service 12:24

7h ago12:24

12:24

Digital Nasional Berhad announced last Friday that Telekom Malaysia’s Share Subscription Agreement (SSA) to acquire a stake in DNB has been terminated as it failed to fulfill the the conditions. We explore the consequences of this and if it derails the country's 5G plans including the rollout of the second network. Professor Dr. Ong Kian Ming, Pro …

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Changing Of Political Guard In Thailand And Indonesia 23:31

1d ago23:31

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Our neighbours, Thailand and Indonesia, are facing major political changes with a change in leadership. We discuss the dismissal of Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin and whether his replacement can manage the factions with insights from Michael Montesano of the ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute. After which we turn to Indonesia where we analyse Indone…

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Maybe Time To Look At The Laggards 11:52

22h ago11:52

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The markets has appeared to price in a 25bps cut in interest rates at September's FOMC, so where should one deploy new money? Yeap Jun Rong, Market Strategist at IG International gives us some ideas including the laggards like property whilst weighing in on the technology sector as we wait for Nvidia results. Image Credit: shutterstock.com See omny…

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From Partners to Problems: Preventing and Resolving Business Breakups 27:20

23h ago27:20

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On August 21st, BFM hosted the Enterprise Breakaway: From Farm to Franchise event, where industry experts and seasoned operators explored the critical elements required to build a successful and lasting F&B business in Malaysia. In the panel session titled When Partners Fall Out, we spoke with Faye Lim, Partner at Justin Faye & Partners, and Malek …

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NCD Chronicles #21: Seven Years Alone With Ankylosing Spondylitis 48:56

2d ago48:56

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For several months, JC suffered chest pains mimicking a heart attack. The tightening spread from his chest, up towards his neck. Then without warning, the heel pain appeared. He also had severe, unexplained fatigue. For a year, he battled these unpredictable symptoms of ankylosing spondylitis (now known as axial spondyloarthritis or AS), with littl…

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Revolutionising Warehouses: How Hatio is Redefining Supply Chain Efficiency 39:08

2d ago39:08

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Supply chains and warehouses are the lifeblood of any high-volume business, yet many still operate with outdated methods. In today’s competitive environment, where margins are slim and every advantage counts, this could be a costly mistake. In this episode of Open For Business, we explore how Hatio, a provider of omnichannel fulfillment services an…

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A Second Chance For A Million People 10:58

5h ago10:58

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For decades the Registration of Criminals and Undesirable Persons Act 1969 has caused difficulties for about a million people on the list, making it difficult for them to get jobs, start a business and to basically reintegrate into society. Jerald Joseph, Chair of CSO Platform for Reform, shares his thoughts on this Act which the Home Ministry is n…

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Singapore's Real Estate Market: A Temperature Check 10:08

6h ago10:08

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Singapore's residential market appears to have cooled this year, registering a price increase of 2.3% versus a cumulative 8% in 2023. Likewise, the rental index of private residential properties fell for a third consecutive quarter. Alan Cheong, Executive Director at Savills Singapore analyses the reasons for this. Image Credit: shutterstock.com…

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IPO Boom: Why Malaysia Is Outpacing Southeast Asia 41:12

1d ago41:12

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Accounting for 33% of Southeast Asia’s total IPO proceeds, Malaysia has emerged as a leader in the region, raising RM2 billion and securing four out of the top 10 IPOs, according to Deloitte’s 2024 Southeast Asia Mid-Year IPO Snapshot report. In this episode of Enterprise Explores, we dive into the state of IPOs in Southeast Asia, with a special fo…

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Malaysia, Time For Reforms Is Now 24:10

1d ago24:10

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This Saturday, as we celebrate Merdeka, we speak to Tricia Yeoh, CEO of think tank, IDEAS, about the realities of coalition politics in Malaysia. We also discuss the significance of essential reforms, both institutional and economic and whether the pace of progress is sufficient. We will also explore if Malaysia is on the right path to becoming a n…

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Australia, The Lucky Country But Not In Equities 13:13

23h ago13:13

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The Australian equity market is registering a return of 6.4% year-to-date. We ask Kingsley Jones, Chief Investment Officer, Jevons Global for his views on the market, what are the buying opportunities and whether there is better value in other markets. Image Credit: shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Start, Survive, And Thrive in F&B - Insights from Secret Recipe and Pop Meals 40:17

1d ago40:17

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On August 21st, BFM hosted the Enterprise Breakaway: From Farm to Franchise event, where industry experts and seasoned F&B operators explored the critical elements required to build a successful and lasting F&B business in Malaysia. In the panel session titled "Start, Survive, and Thrive," BFM spoke with Patrick Sim, Managing Director of Secret Rec…

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Doctor in the House: Are HIV Rates Going Up Among Malaysian Youths? 32:58

3h ago32:58

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It was recently reported in the Dewan Negara that we’ve been seeing an uptick in the number of new HIV cases among our university students aged between 18 and 25. So on today’s show, we want to find out just how concerning are the numbers and, more importantly, what kind of stigma still exists surrounding HIV among Malaysian youths? To unpack this,…

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A Reason for Falling 25:41

5h ago25:41

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A Reason for Falling is a contemporary dance performance by Malaysian artist Hwa Wei-An that invites the audience to reconsider the concept of falling as more than just a loss of balance, but as a moment filled with possibility. Inspired by the thrill of freeriding, Wei-An began developing this work in 2018 during a choreographic residency with Dan…

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The Barehands Residency 17:11

5h ago17:11

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The Barehands Residency (BR) was established by Malaysian artist Juhari Said in 2010, and is a dedicated space for artists to collaborate and exchange ideas. Located in Hulu Langat on a four-acre property called Akal di Ulu, the residency has welcomed artists from around the world, creating an environment that encourages creativity and cultural dia…

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Escrow Account For Malaysia's Real Estate Sector? 10:17

8h ago10:17

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The Housing & Local Government Ministry is looking to set up escrow accounts for housing projects to ensure payments by homebuyers are used solely for the properties they have bought. The current practice allows a developer to use purchasers' funds for any of their projects. Adriana Abu, the legal advisor of the National Homebuyers' Association Mal…

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Wrapping Up The Democratic Convention 11:15

9h ago11:15

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Today marks the last day of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Illinois. As Kamala Harris will be making an appearance later, most likely to close out the event, we speak to Mark Rozell, Dean, Schar School of Policy and Government, George Mason University to discuss what issues he might touch on. Image Credit: shutterstock.com…

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Petaling Street - Traditions in Transition 34:58

1h ago34:58

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Filled with loads of tradition, Petaling Street has been regarded as a heritage site with its historical buildings, traditional trades and rich history. Taking note of the clash of modernisation and inhibitors maintaining their traditional practices, arts-and-culture initiative Project Future Malaysia (PFM) introduced its latest project - “Traditio…

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Ukraine Perseveres Amid Fatigue 23:10

1d ago23:10

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On August 24th, Ukraine marks its Independence Day while continuing to defend against Russian aggression since Crimea's annexation in 2014 and the invasion in February 2022. We speak with Denys Mykhailiuk, Chargé d'Affaires at the Ukrainian Embassy in Malaysia, and examine Ukraine’s recent bold move into Russian territory. See omnystudio.com/listen…

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Easy Money Has Been Made For Markets 13:11

21h ago13:11

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The US equity markets have been range bound after this month's early correction as the Fed rate cut has been priced in. What then is the investment strategy to adopt for the rest of the year and are there opportunities beyond the developed markets? Tim Mulholland, President, TJM Limited of Chicago tells us. Image Credit: freepik.com See omnystudio.…

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Broadening Malaysia’s Horizon to Shape Tomorrow’s Transformation 46:23

1d ago46:23

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In a world constantly being reshaped by the development of artificial intelligence (AI) and data-driven innovations, the Ministry of Digital, in collaboration with Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), seeks to lead Malaysia into the global digital revolution through “Horizon”, a comprehensive and strategic publication. This publication focu…

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What To Know About Your Children’s Lives Online 38:50

1d ago38:50

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Being bullied and trolled online. Violent or sexually explicit content. Reels and posts promoting unrealistic ideals. Our children could be inadvertently exposed to all this and more, in their everyday use of social media, gaming, video, messaging and content platforms. How concerned should we be about the content that our children and teens see on…

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Tealive’s Bryan Loo: From Accidental Entrepreneur to F&B Titan 45:38

3d ago45:38

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On August 21st, BFM hosted the Enterprise Breakaway: From Farm to Franchise event, where industry experts and seasoned F&B operators explored what it takes to build a successful and lasting F&B franchise in Malaysia. In the Founder Fireside: Building a Malaysian Franchise session, I spoke with Bryan Loo, the Founder and CEO of Loob Holdings, the or…

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Taking 67 Years Of Malaysia-India Relations Further 9:01

5h ago9:01

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Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has just wrapped up a three-day official visit to India, holding meetings with his counterpart Narendra Modi. Both leaders have also agreed to elevate their relationship from an enhanced strategic partnership to a comprehensive strategic partnership. Rahul Mishra, Associate Professor, at the Centre for Indo-P…

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New Train Sets To Improve Public Transport 11:38

22h ago11:38

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Malaysia is investing RM10.7 billion in 62 new passenger trains for Keretapi Tanah Melayu Bhd (KTMB). Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook confirmed that no KTMB staff will lose their jobs, with costs covered through a 30-year lease with China. Professor Muhammad Zaly Shah, Professor of Transportation Planning and Logistics, Universiti Teknolo…

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#13: Towards value-oriented entrepreneurship teaching. A talk with Apurva Ganoo. (Aalto University School of Business) 31:51

6h ago31:51

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In this episode of the ScreenMe Podcast, host Ulrike Rohn has a chat with Apurva Ganoo, a lecturer in entrepreneurship at Aalto University School of Business in Finland. Together, they dive deep into the critical aspects of teaching entrepreneurship and redefining the concept of value in this field. Apurva shares his insights on creating an engagin…

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PropertyGuru's $1.1B Privatisation: Wake-Up Call for SEA Tech on US Listings? 46:36

1d ago46:36

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PropertyGuru's recent decision to go private, just over two years after its public debut on the New York Stock Exchange, raises crucial questions for Southeast Asian tech companies. With a $1.1 billion valuation in its proposed privatisation deal—down approximately 30% from its initial equity value of US$1.6 billion at IPO—this move underscores the…

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Humanitarian Relief For Injured Palestinians 24:26

23h ago24:26

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The humanitarian catastrophe as a result of the war in Gaza is impacting millions of Palestinian lives. In a bid to alleviate the suffering, Malaysia has flown in 41 injured Palestinians and their families for medical treatment, a move that has seen mixed reactions. We speak to H.E. Walid Abu Ali, the Ambassador of Palestine to Malaysia for more cl…

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Is the Yen Carry Trade Over? 13:20

2d ago13:20

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The sharp fall in Japanese equities can be explained by the unwinding of the Yen carry trade as it now firmly stands at 145 to the US Dollar. But is there more unwinding to follow and how does it inform on the Bank Of Japan's monetary policy. Vishnu Varathan, Head of Economics & Strategy, Mizuho Bank tells us. Image Credit: shutterstock.com See omn…

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Spinal Muscular Atrophy: From Carrier Screening To Life After Diagnosis 46:15

4h ago46:15

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For a family of a child with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA), life could be divided into moments of Before and After. Before refers to the period when the parents were expecting their child and before he/she came to be diagnosed with this genetic condition. After, of course, heralds how life changed following the diagnosis. In both periods, families …

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Wonderboys Cleaning: From Student Side Hustle to RM600K Business 35:09

23h ago35:09

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How did Wonderboys Cleaning turn RM4,000 in startup capital into a business that makes RM600,000 in annual revenue? From doom scrolling on Instagram at 2 a.m. to building a thriving cleaning services business, today we dive into Sathya Selvarajah’s journey with Wonderboys Cleaning. Launched in 2019 with just RM4,000 in startup capital, what began a…

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Focus On Policies Beyond Carbon Tax 10:20

6h ago10:20

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The government has announced that a carbon tax will not be introduced in Budget 2025. However, Investment, Trade, and Industry Minister Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Abdul Aziz says Putrajaya is considering implementing the tax in the future and is currently studying the rollout mechanism. How should Malaysia balance efforts to reduce emissions without …

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A Salary Cap To Address Financial Leakages 10:58

6h ago10:58

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The Public Accounts Committee has proposed that the government implement a salary cap for federal statutory bodies. This is to prevent agencies from paying excessive salaries to their top executives and reduce discrepancies in pay across different bodies. Dr Muhammad Mohan, the President of Transparency International Malaysia shares his views. Imag…

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The 2024 DNC: New Candidate, New Mood 9:37

7h ago9:37

9:37

The 2024 Democratic National Convention this week will conclude on Thursday, Aug 22, with Kamala Harris formally nominated as the party's presidential candidate. Speakers included president Joe Biden, former president Barack Obama and the party's 2016 presidential nominee Hillary Clinton. Adrian Ang, Research Fellow at the S Rajaratnam School of In…

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New Hope For Bangladesh 23:52

1d ago23:52

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Earlier this month, a mass protest movement led by the youth of Bangladesh ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and her ruling party the Awami League after 15 years in power. What are the hopes of and challenges for the nation of a 170 million people following a tumultuous summer? We discuss the future of Bangladesh with its High Commissioner to Mal…

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China Tech Tops Earnings Season 13:02

21h ago13:02

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The narrative on Chinese stocks has been focused on weakness in the economy, but the latest earnings season shows resilience within China tech names. We discuss the standout results from Chinese equities with Jack Kouzi of VFS Group, and other trends impacting global markets. Image Credit: shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in…

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Randstad Employer Brand Report 2024: Malaysian Job Seekers, AI Job Takers? 27:53

1d ago27:53

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The complexities of the modern workforce would only make sense for organisations to further understand the dynamics that drive employee satisfaction and retention. As a means to that end, the Randstad 2024 Employer Brand Research provides a comprehensive look at the current state of the job market in Malaysia. Key findings from the report revealed …

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Mind Matters: What Can We Learn From Olympians About Mental Health? 30:40

5h ago30:40

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The Olympics might be over but we’re still not done talking about it, especially as athletes continue to open up about how the games and public scrutiny - or in some cases, criticism - has greatly affected their mental health. On this month’s episode of Mind Matters, clinical psychologist Lavender Tan joins us to weigh in on the mental health toll …

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Change In Economic Direction For Thailand's New PM? 10:42

6h ago10:42

10:42

Thailand’s new Prime Minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, is inheriting a country that has seen a lower level of economic growth compared to its peers in the region for the past few years. Nonetheless, the Thai economy has been perking up as seen in data from the second quarter of 2024. What sort of policies might her government implement to sustain t…

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Preventing The Bond Bubble From Bursting In China 9:39

7d ago9:39

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China's uncertain economic growth has led to a rally in the bond market as investors look for safe haven assets. However regulators are concerned about a bubble but will their measures to curb this market be effective. Alex Muscatelli, Director of the Economics Group at Fitch Ratings tells us whilst weighing in on the impact a China slowdown will h…

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Crypto in Malaysia: Banking Challenges, Tax Clarity, and Budget 2025 Wishlist 48:06

1d ago48:06

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As Malaysia’s regulated crypto sector continues to grow, it faces significant hurdles that could impact its long-term trajectory. From the banking sector’s reluctance to onboard regulated digital asset exchanges to the pressing need for tax clarity, these challenges are critical for the industry's future. In this episode of Enterprise Explores, we …

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