The Friday Podcast

In today's episode of Makna Talks, Princess Megonondo talks about the night that changed her, the friendly competition in life, and the importance of university.  Princess Megonondo was made Miss Indonesia in 2019 after successfully winning Miss Jambi in the same year but that didn't stop her from going forward and finishing the top 40 during the Miss World contest in 2019. Today, P...

In today's episode of Makna Talks, Kai & Manda talks about the rise of values in coins, investing in the future and an introduction to Tokocrypto. Most likely you've heard the term Cryptography, but after watching multiple videos about what it is, you still don't get it, do you? well, let us help you out and explain not only what it is, but to get you started in investing on your fir...

In today's episode of Makna Talks, Podkesmas talks about the four characters, taking it all seriously and the future strategies. The squad may not be back on their podcast, but they are here at ours. Taking a quick break just before kicking off season 4 of Podkesmas. A visit to our HQ was filled with conversations about the beginning, taking the jokes aside and the possibilities of expansion with...

In today's episode of Makna Talks, Pamungkas talks about the drastic changes, healing a broken heart and the sweat of doing it all alone. No, not the football player but the talented singer, producer and songwriter Pamungkas. Without a doubt he is currently the biggest in the game when it comes to music in Indonesia. Despite the fact that he has no answer to how this all happened, check out today’...

In today's episode of Makna Talks, Bintang Emon talks about the stand up dream, trapped in a strip club and learning to let go. There is a man in charged of keeping us entertained during this pandemic strike, his name is Bintang Emon. The stand-up comedian that everyone were talking about for the past year. Although you’ve seen him on your Instagram and family group chat on WhatsApp, in real life,...

In today's episode of Makna Talks, Adinia Wirasti talks about her faith in film, the rough beginning, and saying yes to #eyesaidyes. Many of us adore Adinia Wirasti not only because she starred in the most popular high-school flick in 2002, but because of Adinia’s intelligence, her friendly personality off camera, and her big heart for donating her cornea at @lionseyebankjakarta. You can talk for...

In today's episode of Makna Talks, Andhyta F. Utami talks about fighting the facts, the threats we live in, and finding the right solution.  Andhyta Firselly Utami or Afu is the type of person you’d be compared to by your parents. Her studies abroad, writings, and intelectual presence is felt even without her saying a word. There is a lot in what Afu does, but she prefers being called as an e...

In today's episode of Makna Talks, Iga Massardi talks about being overlapped, risking it all, and the tough life of Kota Bekasi. Iga Massardi is an Indonesian musician, vocalist, producer, and guitarist of Barasuara. He was also the guitarist for Tika and The Dissindents, The Trees and the Wild, and Soulvibe. But to keep it simple, Iga is the man who's responsible in making Batik looks good on sta...

In today's episode of Makna Talks, Fatih Respati talks about being a student before becoming an athlete, no place for fun, and pure hard work.  Fatih Respati isn't your regular high school neighbor, he’s in to win it all the way in the United States. Unlike many students out here, Fatih is out there making his name to the top of the league carrying Indonesian flag on his back by pla...

In today's episode of Makna Talks, Mikha Angelo talks about making music for others, stepping out of the zone, and apologizing. Mikha Angelo is a musical genius that plays, writes, and produces music for top names of the country from Raisa to, Fatin, to Rendy Pandugo and the list goes on. The 22 year old always knew that this is the industry that he will grow but it hasn't been that easy from bein...

In today’s episode of Makna Talks, Deddy Corbuzier talks about the threat of free speech, disliking the past and sacrifices. Deddy Corbuzier is probably your go to podcast host to hear about the latest controversies on the web, from politic related news, public figures fighting over personal matters or people apologizing for their mistakes. But before his successful YouTube channel, Deddy was know...

In today’s Independence Day special episode, we bring you a legend for many of us, the talented Rossa. You've probably heard her from your mother’s go-to jams, your go-to karaoke song, or probably from TikTok videos that people dance along to. Rossa remains to be one of the most popular artists in Indonesia and other countries, she also became one of the best selling Indonesian artists o...

In today’s Independence Day special episode, we bring you a legend for many of us, the talented Rossa. You've probably heard her from your mother’s go-to jams, your go-to karaoke song, or probably from TikTok videos that people dance along to. Rossa remains to be one of the most popular artists in Indonesia and other countries, she also became one of the best selling Indonesian artists o...

In today’s Independence Day special episode, we bring you a legend for many of us, the talented Rossa. You've probably heard her from your mother’s go-to jams, your go-to karaoke song, or probably from TikTok videos that people dance along to. Rossa remains to be one of the most popular artists in Indonesia and other countries, she also became one of the best selling Indonesian artists o...

In today’s Independence Day special episode, we bring you a legend for many of us, the talented Rossa. You've probably heard her from your mother’s go-to jams, your go-to karaoke song, or probably from TikTok videos that people dance along to. Rossa remains to be one of the most popular artists in Indonesia and other countries, she also became one of the best selling Indonesian artists o...

In today’s Independence Day special episode, we bring you a legend for many of us, the talented Rossa. You've probably heard her from your mother’s go-to jams, your go-to karaoke song, or probably from TikTok videos that people dance along to. Rossa remains to be one of the most popular artists in Indonesia and other countries, she also became one of the best selling Indonesian artists o...

In today’s Independence Day special episode, we bring you a legend for many of us, the talented Rossa. You've probably heard her from your mother’s go-to jams, your go-to karaoke song, or probably from TikTok videos that people dance along to. Rossa remains to be one of the most popular artists in Indonesia and other countries, she also became one of the best selling Indonesian artists o...

In today's episode of Makna Talks, Hamish Daud talks about getting hit in the head, growing up chasing barrels with a legend and now, settling down. Hamish Daud is an architect, actor, presenter, recently a father, and the founder of IOP (Indonesian Ocean Pride). Born in Australia, Hamish have always been beach hopping in many parts of Indonesia from a young boy. In fact, he was whale watching whe...

In today's episode of Makna Talks, Basuki Tjahaja Purnama talks about being locked up, conversations with the Almighty, and starting a band. Basuki Tjahaja Purnama is an Indonesian businessman, politician, and former governor of Jakarta. But to some, he is a hero. On 27 September 2016, while introducing a government project to citizens of the Thousand Islands, he said some citizens would...

Welcome to an all-new season of Makna Talks, In case you’re new here Makna Talks is a weekly podcast of candid conversations and welcome to our trailer.

In today's episode of Makna Talks, Putri Tanjung talks about not having to impress anyone, defying the odds and living to her own expectations. Putri Tanjung is the Founder of Creativepreneur and other businesses that she and her partners work on but for the past 6 months, she is known to be one of President Joko Widodo's Presidential Staffs. Many are saying that this wasn't a surprise as she is a...

In today's episode of Makna Talks, Arian Arifin talks about stigmas in the 80s, being a city boy, and not getting older.  If you haven't heard their music or saw their merchandise worn everywhere, then at least, you must have eaten their big sized juicy burgers. Arian Arifin or Arian Tigabelas is the man behind all that. He started a band in 1992 called Puppen and ended it in 2002. he then started...

In today’s episode of Makna Talks, Andra Alodita talks about counting steps, listing down happiness, and healing through sweat. A healthy, well organized and loving mother, we like to think that Andra Alodita has influenced more people than self proclaimed  influencers through her positive posts and neat way of life. However, it never was like that, after figuring it all out in 2020. Check ou...

In today’s episode of Makna Talks, Vidi Aldiano talks about survival mode, battling for his wants, and self gratitude.  Oxavia Aldiano or Vidi Aldiano is an Indonesian singer, musician, songwriter, and business owner. You’d probably know him from his hit singles “Status Palsu” or “Nuansa Bening”, taken from the album “Pelangi di Malam Hari“ back in 08’. But today, he’s speaking a bit more tha...

In today’s episode of Makna Talks, Nicoline Patricia talks about making choices, proving yourself right and lowering egos. Nicoline Patricia Malina is probably your favorite fashion photographer, she has shot for numerous magazines and brands all over the world but it hasn't always been that easy, from sending emails to potential clients to talk with random talents on the bus of Amsterdam. But tod...