The Friday Podcast

We sit down with Lester Prosper, a pro basketball player with a story as powerful as his game. From a tough childhood that shaped his resilience to traveling the world riding on his basketball dreams. Now, having found a home in Indonesia, he talks about his love for the country, the joy of entertaining fans, and how he uses basketball to entertain and inspire the next generation. This conversatio...

Leonard Theosabrata, where to start when we talk with a guy like him? A man of countless ventures, the OG "skena" long before the term even existed. A modern day innovator, designer, entrepreneur, and one of the key pioneers of Jakarta’s sub-culture movement. From co-founding Brightspot Market and The Goods Dept to establishing creative hubs like Indoestri Makerspace, Leo has been shapin...

Sangat terhormat rasanya kami dapat berbincang dengan Pak Endang Sumitra, mantan Kepala Rumah Tangga Istana Kepresidenan Bogor, sosok yang telah mendedikasikan hidupnya untuk menjaga salah satu simbol kebanggaan bangsa. Beliau menjadi saksi bisu pergantian presiden dan berbagai peristiwa penting yang berlangsung di istana bersejarah ini. Di tengah kesejukan Kebun Raya Bogor, Pak Endang bercerita t...

Step into the world of basketball through the eyes of Rocky Padila, balancing his role as an insider, a fan, and a voice championing basketball’s growth in Indonesia. In this episode, Rocky takes us behind the scenes of his stories of rubbing shoulders with NBA legends and a deep dive towards the growing wave of passion for basketball sweeping through Indonesia. Tune in to see how basketball conne...

Welcome to the first episode of the newest season of The Friday Podcast. This season, we’ve leveled up with a stunning new set presented by Sawdust and crystal clear new cameras to bring you even closer to the conversations that matter. Today, you are in for a treat because we're starting the season off with the one and only Bernadya whose soul wrenching songs have been the soundtrack to heart...

Welcome to the last episode of this seasons podcast, and today we are honoured to have a candid conversation with Pak Anies Baswedan. In this episode Pak Anies shares a profound perspective on education, he emphasizes that the ultimate goal of education should be to nurture individuals who are not just "capital for labor" but also critical thinkers that contributes to society's progress. We also d...

In today’s episode of The Friday Podcast, Afgan talks about being a star at 18, running the extra mile, and keeping up with social media. In our last episode of the year, we are thrilled to have a candid conversation with one of Indonesia's biggest star and some might even say he is an icon. Even with decades in the spotlight, Afgan admits he’s still figuring out his musical DNA and what truly def...

In today’s episode of The Friday Podcast, Aldila Sutjiad talks about day one in Kentucky, training for champions and a year to remember. Aldila shares the highs, the struggles, and the moments that shaped her incredible journey towards being a high level athlete. She opens up about the challenges and triumphs of training from a young age, offering a rare glimpse into the discipline, resilience, an...

In today’s episode of The Friday Podcast, Julian Kaisar talks about the rockstar lifestyle, pet peeves while performing, and missing Bandung. To say "His rise to fame is quick" could not be more further from the truth, from playing small gigs at local coffee shops to being told by his mother to find a conventional job, Uan has lived trough it all. He even almost called it quits, but the resurgence...

In today’s episode of The Friday Podcast, Carline Darjanto talks about the digital impact, running on friendship, and the proper system. The figure behind Cotton Ink, the local brand that changed the game by becoming the first to open in a mall. Not only that, Carline was recognized as one of Forbes Asia’s 30 Under 30, a testament to her innovation, resilience, and impact in the fashion and entrep...

In today’s episode of The Friday Podcast, Luqman Hakim talks about building a character, singing at Pesta Pora, and landing a movie role. A man of many names and character, Luqman Hakim is here with us to dive into the journey of creating his viral persona, "Kak Kev". We talked about how he created this character and explore his knack for capturing relatable humor and easy-to-watch approach to sto...

In today’s episode of The Friday Podcast, Ridwan Kamil talks about Jokowi's support, changing people’s livelihoods, and 26 May 2022. We are honored to have Ridwan Kamil join us for a candid conversation about the big topics: running for Jakarta Governor. As a frontrunner for Jakarta’s 2024 gubernatorial race, he shares his approach to addressing the city’s challenges. Hear how he plans to make Jak...

In today’s episode of The Friday Podcast, Cholil Mahmud talks about the first day away, death of a friend and current political views. Best known as the frontman of Efek Rumah Kaca (ERK), a band celebrated for its socially conscious and often poignant music. Cholil navigated an extraordinary period in his career while living in the U.S. for family and academic reasons just as his band was gaining...

In today’s episode of The Friday Podcast, Pramono Anung talks about leaving a legacy his own way, being the David in David and Goliath and his relationship with Prabowo and JokowiWe are honored to sit down with Pramono Anung, a man who has long operated behind the scenes but is now stepping to the forefront as a candidate for Jakarta governor. Known internally in his political career as a person w...

In today’s episode of The Friday Podcast, Reza Fitriano talks about the changes in advertising landscape, being treated as partners by clients and Citra Pariwara. Amid the constant evolution and fierce race for innovation in advertising, we found ourselves asking, “Why not sit down with one of the brightest minds in the industry?” That’s exactly what led us here to chat with Reza Fitriano, Chairma...

In today’s episode of The Friday Podcast, Norisa Saifuddin talks about true leadership, balancing work and family, and what it actually means to create a powerful story that can drive collective movement through YouTube. Norisa Saifuddin is a Senior Vice President of Marketing Communications at Bank Central Asia (BCA). Alongside her demanding professional role, she is currently pursuing her master...

Tidak ingin dikenal sebagai entrepreneur, Hedi Rusdian adalah seorang creative director dengan visi inovatif dan semangat untuk terus berkarya. Di episode Makna Talks Specials kali ini, kami duduk bersama Co-founder BBQ Mountain Boys di HQ mereka, menggali kisah Hedi sebagai pionir gaya hidup "Modern Outdoor". Dengan pendekatan farm-to-table, BBQ Mountain Boys menghadirkan setiap hidangan dengan h...

In today’s episode of The Friday Podcast, Dochi Sadega talks about a burnt flag, time away from PWG, and Libra. Widely regarded as one of the few individuals who genuinely shaped his generation's cultural landscape. As the co-founder of Pee Wee Gaskins (PWG), he didn’t just build a band—he helped create a movement that defied mainstream expectations. PWG became an emblem in mainstream music, rejec...

In today’s episode of The Friday Podcast, Mahalini talks about an audition, finding love and a love letter. We sat down with the incredibly talented Mahalini and have a conversation about living the life as one of Indonesia's biggest star, from her early days as a hopeful contestant on Indonesian Idol to becoming a beloved voice in the industry, she takes us through the highs and lows of her journ...

In today’s episode of The Friday Podcast, Jay Subyakto talks about Chirsye's legacy, political impact, and behind Forestra. Today we sit down with a man who 's creativity is considered legendary in the industry, who is for a long-time one of the main creative force behind Indonesian music legend, Chrisye. Not just a director for digital outlet he is also the Creative Director of Forestra, the grou...

In today’s episode of The Friday Podcast, Kartika Guerrero talks about content creators’ growth, influential ads and YouTube Works Awards. In the digital era of advertising, the limit to creativity is endless. With the boom of innovation on video platforms like YouTube, the growth of creative ways to market a product is at an all-time high. We dive into how influential ads are reshaping consumer b...

In today’s episode of The Friday Podcast, Surjanto Yasaputera talks about winning strategies, starting a company and the biggest entrepreneurial challenge As the Director of Wismilak Group and Head Commissioner of the Diplomat Success Challenge (DSC), Surjanto emphasize the importance of developing a deep understanding of your market and honing your skills. Great idea alone is not enough, you also...

Ikon, legend, panutan, pelopor... Banyak sebutan yang telah diberikan untuk menggambarkan Umi Elvy Sukaesih dalam panggung musik Indonesia, tetapi satu sebutan yang sangat melekat dengan nama Elvy Sukaesih adalah "Ratu Dangdut" Indonesia. Hits seperti "Sekuntum Mawar Merah" dan "Pesta Panen" adalah beberapa contoh lagu yang tak lekang oleh waktu dan masih terus diputa...

In today’s episode of The Friday Podcast, Ariyo Wahab talks about being a parent, almost creating a boyband and a mother's prayers. "Papa gak pulang baby, Papa gak bawa uang baby" who doesn't know this rock anthem? today the lead vocalist of the supergroup formed consisting of well-known Indonesian musicians is here! Ariyo has also made a name for himself as an actor, starring in...

In today’s episode of The Friday Podcast, Warren Hue talks about making music for Marvel, Soundcloud era, and Hip-hop culture. From SoundCloud to worldwide stardom, from making music with school friends to making music for a blockbuster film, from asking his mom to help make a music video to performing at Coachella, all this started after a DM from a certain music label called 88rising, maybe you&...