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The flagship entrepreneurship show on BFM, featuring personal business stories from early stage start-ups, all the way to billionaire octogenarians in Malaysia and abroad. Notable guests include Martin Cooper (father of the mobile phone), Julian Assange (founder of WikiLeaks), Ralph Henry Baer (father of video games), Tony Buzan (Mindmap Guru), Isaac Tigrett (Hard Rock Cafe founder), Robert Kiyosaki (Financial Guru), Nick Vujicic (motivational speaker) and more. Tap into this valuable resour ...
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Welcome to Gadgetsy by Geeky Gadgets, the podcast that explores the latest trends and innovations in the world of technology. Hosted by the team behind Geeky Gadgets, one of the best places to find out about the latest gadgets and tech news in India, this podcast is your go-to source for all things tech. Each week, our team of experts will break down the latest gadgets, apps, and tech developments, and provide insights and analysis that can help you stay ahead of the curve.
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Pretty Much Experts

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RJ, Skyler, and Mike are Pretty Much Experts on everything. Join us each week as we discuss everything from video games to moon landings and all the dumb stories from growing up in a small Canadian town in between. Music by Bike Thiefs
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DIY Detail is all about having fun. Join Nick McGurk and Yvan Lacroix as they go over the ins and outs -- the dos and don'ts -- of auto detailing. Both Nick and Yvan are professionals with a passion for detailing and teaching. Find our entire line up of products, from Rinseless Wash to Gold Standard Polish, here: www.DIYdetail.com
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From car mats to a regional brand on track to hit RM100 million in annual revenue, in this episode of Open For Business, we explore the journey of Malaysian brand Trapo with Co-Founders and Co-CEOs, Tzong Lee and Zare Lee, and how these self-identified ‘accidental entrepreneurs’ built this automotive accessories brand. Founded in 2016 with a focus …
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Is AI the answer to Malaysia’s math failure rate? How could AI transform math in schools? In this episode of Open For Business, we explore how Malaysia-based startup AI Teacher is aiming to revolutionise math education for secondary students with Tupai.ai. Co-founded by Edmond Yap and Andre Sequerah, Tupai.ai uses AI to create a personalised and en…
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Detailing can get pretty complicated -- and downright confusing. At DIY Detail, we're here to simplify things, and to help you have more fun. That's what this podcast is all about! 5 simple tips that will amp up your results, and your experience, when detailing. PRODUCTS MENTIONED: INCREDIBLE SUDS: https://bit.ly/IncredibleSuds RINSELESS WASH: http…
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Sigma School, founded in 2022, is more than just an online coding bootcamp — it is a bold initiative that aims to redefine tech education in Malaysia. With a focus on real-world skills and job readiness, Sigma School offers a 3-month intensive programme with a unique guarantee: either secure a tech job or get your money back. Today, we’re joined by…
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The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individual guests and host and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Ghost Tactical Productions. Some material may be for mature audiences and include language not suitable for young listeners. Listener Discretion is advised. Welcome to the Armed Citizen Podca…
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Can local sparkling drink brand Supergulp thrive in the crowded and competitive beverage market? In this episode of Open For Business, we dive into Julian Koh’s journey from e-commerce and food tech roles at companies like Honestbee and Foodpanda to founding Supergulp — a Malaysian sparkling prebiotic drink brand. As Julian shared with Vulcan Post,…
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We speak with Sheyong Tan, Co-Founder of BiiB, a wellness tech startup that’s changing the game in Malaysia’s fitness landscape. From Malaysia’s largest running league, RUNLIGA, to scalable corporate wellness solutions, BiiB combines community and innovation to redefine employee engagement and health. Sheyong shares his journey from R&D engineer to…
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How does a material-science aerospace engineer end up building a 9-figure logistics platform? In this episode of Open For Business, we’re joined by Clarence Leong, Founder and CEO of EasyParcel—a company that has transformed the shipping process for micro-SMEs and SMEs. Since its launch in 2014, EasyParcel has facilitated over 86 million delivery q…
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Yes, you read that right: DIY Detail is coming out with two new cordless polishers, a rotary & dual action. We also have new products, as well. So, here’s a quick summary of what we’ll be unveiling! Of course, more information to come as the show draws nearer… In the meantime, here’s a line up of our current products! 25MM DUAL ACTION POLISHER: htt…
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We speak with Joshua Lin, General Manager of PriceShop Malaysia, about how the platform empowers Malaysian consumers to make smarter buying decisions in the consumer electronics space. We explore PriceShop’s approach to price comparison, ensuring accuracy and reliability through its extensive network of SME retailers and advanced technology. Joshua…
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In this episode of Open For Business, we speak with Cellou Diallo, CEO of RollingPay, a company offering flexible payroll financing solutions to small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Founded in 2022, RollingPay wants to help small businesses meet payroll obligations with up to 90-day repayment terms, ensuring timely employee payments—even when cash …
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What does it take to carry a family business’s legacy forward? In this episode of Open For Business, we explore the evolution of Sun Bus Tech, a company specializing in bus and bus body manufacturing for energy-efficient vehicles. While Sun Bus Tech was officially formed in 2022, its roots trace back to the 1970s. Joining us is Shyan Phang, CEO of …
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We talk with Rachel Tan, Founder of The Nurts, a platform dedicated to creating and curating purposeful tools that promote personal growth and family connections. With offerings like interactive card games and educational kits, The Nurts focuses on learning through play, supporting families and young individuals in building essential skills. Rachel…
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Confide Platform, your company’s future compliance command centre? In this episode of Open For Business, we speak with Pav Gill, Founder and CEO of Confide Platform—a platform designed to streamline compliance and risk management for organisations. Pav shares his remarkable journey, from exposing the €24 billion Wirecard scandal to creating a tech …
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This podcast is all about delving into the little-known secrets of the detailing world. Ready to learn? Then listen away... Here's a list of product mentioned: PANEL PREP: https://bit.ly/DIYPanelPrep CRYSTAL CLEAR GLASS CLEANER: https://bit.ly/CrystalClearGlassCleaner NICK’S FAVORITE GLASS TOWEL: https://bit.ly/NicksFavoriteGlassTowel Adhesion Prom…
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In this episode, we sit down with Howard Obbard, Co-Founder and Director of Furniture and Choice Malaysia as we explore how this renowned UK-based brand is making its mark in the Malaysian market with its exceptional British craftsmanship and competitive prices. By blending its expertise in premium furniture with local artistry, Furniture and Choic…
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Are businesses and brands overlooking a vibrant and growing market? In this episode of Open for Business, we speak with Preethi Sanjeevi and Ramakrishnan CN, Co-Founders of Greytt—a platform that aims to offer curated services tailored to people over 50, starting with fitness, but eventually travel and much more. We explore the story behind Greytt’…
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How did a college dropout selling PCs and web hosting services build a 9-figure digital powerhouse? In this episode of Open For Business, we speak with Chan Kee Siak, Founder and CEO of Exabytes Group, an all-in-one provider of business, cloud, digital, and eCommerce solutions. Founded in 2001 as a small web hosting service in Penang, Exabytes now …
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On this episode of Open For Business, we speak with Andy Chaw, Founder of Trendz360. They’re a global lifestyle group with wholly owned subsidiaries in 8 markets, with Singapore being their central base of operations. Andy will be giving us a sense of the growth and evolution of Trendz360 from inception to the global brand distributor that the busi…
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How did a Silicon Valley property play become a global corporate innovation driver and VC firm? In this episode of Open For Business, Jojo Flores, Co-Founder of Plug and Play, shares how a Silicon Valley real estate play in 2006/2007 has turned into a global innovation platform and early-stage startup investor. Plug and Play now operates across 50+…
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Welcome to ROUND 2 of the DIY Tuber competition. Congrats to our 4 contestants. Here are their YouTube channels, with LIVE YouTube premieres Thursday, Saturday, Monday and Tuesday evenings at 8pm ET. Will’s Ride Care (Thursday 8pm ET): https://www.youtube.com/@willsridecare So Cleen Detailing - Eileen (Saturday 8pm ET): https://www.youtube.com/@SoC…
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The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individual guests and host and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Ghost Tactical Productions. Some material may be for mature audiences and include language not suitable for young listeners. Listener Discretion is advised. Welcome to the Armed Citizen Podca…
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Today on Open For Business, Augustine Edwards talks about how he founded AES Academy. From a kid fascinated by loudspeakers his brother gave him, he turned his passion into a full-blown career, mastering the art of audio engineering. AES Academy is a launchpad for the next wave of audio wizards, blending technical expertise with creative innovation…
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BookXcess began in 2007 with just 5,000 remaindered books. Today, it’s on track to hit RM100 million in sales, working directly with publishers to fulfil its mission of making books more affordable and accessible. In 2009, Andrew Yap and Jacqueline Ng launched the Big Bad Wolf Book Sale, which has since become a global cultural phenomenon and has e…
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No entrepreneur left behind? That seems to be the driving force behind GUIDE, an early-stage venture studio and advisory firm founded by Neil Cheong and Alvin Chin. In this episode of Open for Business, we explore how GUIDE aims to provide venture education, hands-on support, and mentorship to founders and entrepreneurs, all while building a scalab…
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We speak with Ting Mao, Founder at Sunnystep, a science-based footwear company for walking enthusiasts, active travellers and urban families. We’ll be discussing the story behind Sunnystep and how it all started after a horrible injury, the differences between their products with other more renowned footwear brands, the challenges faced and opportu…
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“A lot of studio owners are very distracted. So when it comes to looking at who are our worthy rival, I will look at the founders. Then I will kind of know whether or not they will still be our rival in a year’s time. ” Curious how a small 1200 sq ft fitness studio in Melaka expanded into Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok, and the larger ambition behind the…
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It might sound simple, but the topic can be confusing -- especially if you're new to detailing. So this podcast is all about simplifying and demystifying the topic of DILUTION RATIOS. We recommend a 256:1 dilution for Rinseless Wash; 15:1 for All Clean (30:1 on interiors)...you might wonder what those mean. And what happens when you use the product…
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The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individual guests and host and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Ghost Tactical Productions. Some material may be for mature audiences and include language not suitable for young listeners. Listener Discretion is advised. Welcome to the Armed Citizen Podca…
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This morning on the show, we speak with David Ng, Founder at Savor, a local F&B outlet aiming to encourage healthier lifestyles with their plant based meals. David started the business with his wife, Beverly, and business partner, Peter back in 2019 after originally starting in the lifestyle coaching field. Their commitment to health and wellness g…
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In this episode of Open For Business, we sit down with Casper Foo and Lye Yu Min, the co-founders of co-working space Sandbox. Launched in 2017 with an initial RM300,000 investment, Sandbox has grown into a community-driven space attracting freelancers, digital nomads, and entrepreneurs. As they compete with larger players like WORQ and Common Grou…
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What does it take to build a localized large language model (LLM) in Malaysia? In this episode of Open For Business, we speak with Khalil Nooh, Co-Founder & CEO of Mesolitica, about how his startup is developing Malaysia’s own LLM, MaLLaM, and the challenges of AI sovereignty in the region. Khalil dives into his journey from early Natural Language …
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Be it in the morning, evening, or throughout the day, tea has never been left out of the list of Malaysian staples, with a variety of flavours for everyone to enjoy. In this episode, we bring you one of the flavours with Kavievanan Subramaniam, the Founder of Tea Thambi, a local name that has become renowned for its distinctive and pleasant masala …
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In this episode of Open For Business, we sit down with Inbaraj Suppiah, Founder of JomHack, to explore his journey from running a creative agency (Pixaworks Creative Sdn Bhd) to leading hackathons that help businesses foster innovation, acquire talent, and solve complex challenges. Tune in to learn how JomHack and Inbaraj have become a key players …
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In this podcast, we explore 7 ways to screw up your ceramic coating -- from improper curing time, to using toppers too soon, to various steps during prep. As always, we're here to educate -- and be educated. Please share your experiences with ceramic coating installation, and lessons learned! PRODUCTS MENTIONED: PANEL PREP: https://bit.ly/DIYPanelP…
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The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individual guests and host and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Ghost Tactical Productions. Some material may be for mature audiences and include language not suitable for young listeners. Listener Discretion is advised. Welcome to the Armed Citizen Podca…
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In this episode, we sit down with Peter Vesterbacka, the visionary entrepreneur best known for his role in turning Angry Birds into a global phenomenon during his time at Rovio Entertainment. Beyond gaming, Peter has been a key figure in the startup and education ecosystems, driving innovation and future-thinking in a variety of fields. We explore …
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From a pregnancy craving to a multi-million ringgit business, in this episode of Open For Business, we sit down with Rosli Manaf, Co-Founder of Homebaker@Clover, to explore the journey of building a successful bakery chain specialising in cinnamon rolls. Rosli shares how this passion project grew into a thriving business with 11 outlets across the …
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In this episode of Open For Business, we speak to Cindy Woon, Founder and Chief Happiness Officer of Belly Happy, a business offering a range of snacks, homemade drinks, and ready-to-eat meals. Cindy shares how she left her corporate job to pursue her entrepreneurial journey, the early challenges of starting Belly Happy, and how the business has gr…
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Today on the show, we speak with Ilyas Alsagoff, Co-Founder and Director at Sugar and I, a local bakery outlet that sells homemade desserts and are famously known for their bomboloni. Founded in 2013 by Ilyas and his sister, Sharifah Nur Ilisa, Sugar and I began when the siblings started baking brownies for their parents with a heartwarming mission…
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In this episode of Open For Business, we delve into the story of Katch, a platform aiming to simplify the health, fitness, and wellness industries by integrating booking management and other backend processes with platform services (think ClassPass), and marketing. We explore how Katch is trying to address the sector's challenges like improving vis…
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This podcast is a summary (of sorts) after Nick and Yvan’s “detailing showdown” on the KIA (detailing, decontaminating and polishing using different techniques). Nick approached the competition as his old self at Hawk Pro Detailing, while Yvan used the DIY Detail methods/system. The big question: is the extra work, strain and stress worth it? Produ…
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The pet tech market, according to reports by Research Nester and Global Market Insights, is projected to grow significantly in the coming years. The market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of over 16% from 2023. This growth is driven by increasing pet ownership, technological advancements, and a rising focus on pet health…
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The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individual guests and host and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Ghost Tactical Productions. Some material may be for mature audiences and include language not suitable for young listeners. Listener Discretion is advised. Welcome to the Armed Citizen Podca…
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Today on the show, we speak with Seth Casden, CEO & Co-Founder at Hologenix. They’re a material science company that develops products that amplify human potential, including their flagship product CELLIANT. It’s a bio-responsive infrared textile that transforms body heat into full-spectrum infrared energy. Seth founded the company back in 2002 aft…
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In this episode of Open For Business, we sit down with Ian Wong and Kimberly Law, co-founders of Uno Advisers, a financial planning firm with a mission to empower women through personalised financial planning. Founded in 2021 and officially launching in 2023, Uno Advisers says it is taking a fresh, client-focused approach to the traditionally produ…
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Co-founded by the twin brothers, Andy Gan and Chris Gan, back in 2014, TWINS Education has earned a reputation for excellence over the years, offering personalised learning experiences for student’s needs. With a focus on International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) and A-level tuition. Additionally, TWINS Education also offers …
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People ask us all the time: what's the BEST pressure washer for auto detailing? It's a loaded, complicated question -- one that creators like Michael Keavney devote their entire channels to answer. In this podcast, we go in-depth with "Keav" on a number of subjects: pressure washers, accessories, and brands. As we mention in the podcast, Kev has pr…
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Welcome to the Speed Limit 155 Podcast! Get ready to rev up your engines and join us for high-speed conversations about everything automotive! From supercars and track days to road trips and performance tuning, we’re here to bring you the latest news, reviews, and in-depth discussions about the world of high-performance vehicles. 🔧 In This Episode:…
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Welcome to the Armed Citizen Podcast! Join us as we delve into everything related to responsible gun ownership, self-defense, and the rights of law-abiding citizens. Whether you’re a seasoned firearm enthusiast or new to the world of personal protection, our podcast provides valuable insights, expert interviews, and the latest news in the firearms …
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