The Friday Podcast

In today's episode of Makna Talks, Iqbaal Ramadhan talks about growing up different, getting pressured, and meeting his first love. As a very talented actor who is also passionate about music, Iqbaal Ramadhan has won the hearts of millions of people. He started his career at a young age. He spent his childhood as a member of one of Indonesia's talented boy bands at that time. But, it doesn't stop...

In today's episode of Makna Talks, Ade Putri talks about not being introduced well to food, leaving work and a kick-ass son. The culinary world does not only revolves around the food and beverage businesses and professional chefs. There is one profession in the culinary industry that not everyone knows about, and it is what Ade Putri has been doing for quite some time now, a culinary storyteller....

In today's episode of Makna Talks, Pandu Sjahrir talks about not playing with money, never a loan from his father and investing in nature. Pandu Sjahrir is one of Southeast Asia’s leading investors who needs no introduction. He serves as the director, head, board member and chairman for several leading companies from the sector of technology to the coal mining industry. In addition to all those re...

In today's episode of Makna Talks, Eva Celia talks about not trying to impress anyone, reaching out to the global audience and taking the needed break. Actress, model, singer-songwriter Eva Celia is well known for her talents and abilities in the public eyes. Growing up, highly influenced by the music she heard at home, she chose to be in the industry without any pressure. She is passionate about...

In today’s episode of Makna Talks, Bam Mastro Talks about meeting his worst mental state, speaking locally and what’s next for EK.  Bam Mastro is a singer-songwriter and music producer. Moreover, he is best known for his role as the lead vocalist for Indonesian indie band, Elephant Kind. During his career he had to overcome several obstacles on his musical triumph, that is definitely not easy...

In today's episode of Makna Talks, Danny Masrin talks about 18 holes with Lee Westwood, the olympics, and how it all started. For the past year, golf gains burst of popularity during the pandemic. Somehow, the silver lining found amidst the crisis is that it helps golf to bounce back in the country. Danny Masrin is a professional golfer, a brand ambassador for numerous brands, and safe to say, he...

In today’s episode, we talk about Ali’s new family, pleasing the global audience and breaking boundaries to entertain the world. An in-depth discussion on how local stories can resonate with and be delivered to a global audience, as well as efforts that we can all do to support the growth of the local film industries with Lucky Kuswandi the Director of Ali & Ratu Ratu Queens, Muhammad Zaidy & Meis...

In today’s episode of Makna Talks, Tarra Budiman talks about the two mentors, no financial plans and never stop shining bright. Tarra Budiman is an Indonesian actor, model and host. He began his career in 2005 when he tried his luck in modeling and started joining casting calls for local tv series. Nowadays, Tarra is focusing on how to avoid the thought of the pandemic taking over young artists’ w...

In today's episode of Makna Talks, Swain Mahisa talks about getting tricked, investing in his teens and figuring out what he wants.  Swain Mahisa started off at an early age into his career, but that doesn’t mean that he doesn’t have enough to bring to the table. At his current age, Swain has shouldered many talents, starting with the success of his business to the success of his music career...

In today's episode of Makna Talks, Pandji Pragiwaksono talks about switching plans, starting a business and making sure the tour runs this time.  Pandji Pragiwaksono is an Indonesian stand-up comedian, actor, radio broadcaster and a man that upholds many other titles, who has colored our screens through all these years. Started off his career as a radio host, Pandji now creates beautiful mome...

Welcome to Talks Tomorrow - a round table discussion featuring your favourite Individuals who engage in deep conversations with interesting topics, brought to you by MaknaTalks x TMRW.  On our 4th episode of Talks Tomorrow, we highlighted the topic of what we see everyday, Social Media. Featuring those who has successfully take part in making their industry stand out online; Tyna Kanna Mirdad, Muh...

In this episode of Makna Talks, Rapot talks about a whole load of dramas, pleasing the ear and unforgettable moments. Rapot (Reza, Anka, Radhini & Abigail) are a group of entertaining & talented individuals, combined into making one explosive podcast. Started in 2019, Rapot covers mundane conversations that we hear around us everyday. On this episode, together with Rapot, are going to unveil some...

Gak disangka setelah sehala drama yang harus mereka lewati, Puput, Rasta, Ajay, dan Mahmud bisa kumpul bareng-bareng lagi. Untuk mengingat perjalanan mereka selama ini, mereka memutuskan buat pergi ke pantai sebagai cara agar mereka bisa refreshing! Tapi kok, yang niatnya buat seneng-seneng malah jadi lesu karena berasa ada yang hilang. Akhirnya, setelah banyak galau, mereka memutuskan untuk menca...

Rasta ini emang beda. Ibarat plot twist di pilem-pilem, udah klimaks banget cerita hidupnya. Setelah sukses viral di Twitter, Rasta kedapetan client papan atas, yaitu untuk membantu kampanye teh Caleg geulis nan BM-an. Tapi ya namanya juga pilem holywings, pasti ada percikan-percikan plot twist. Ditengah puncak kesuksesan Rasta, tiba-tiba si lima sekawan didatangi polisi, dan mengubah kehidupan Ra...

Karena ditolak dari wawancara pekerjaan, Mahmud memutuskan untuk ambil kelas bahasa inggris biar gak di tolak lagi sama perusahaan-perusahaan lain. Eh yang awalnya dia kira jadi masalah besar, malah membawa kebaikan. Kapan lagi coba bisa les bahasa inggris sekaligus ketemu cewe cantik selagi kelas? Tapi ternyata, bukan Mahmud doang yang dapet manfaatnya, Mahmud juga bisa bermanfaat buat orang lain...

Akhirnya dateng juga waktunya Ajay untuk tes capenes! Walaupun persiapan pas-pasan, gapapa deh gas aja. Eh tapi, pas dateng ke tempat tes kok malah ada hal lain yang lebih menarik? Emang bener sih, jadi Penes gaada yang bisa ngalahin, tapi bisnis jalur belakang kok menggirukan banget ya? Sebenernya apasih yang menarik perhatiannya Ajay? Let’s make some money!    Biar makin mantep, jangan...

Siapasih yang gatau Puput? Cewe cantik yang bisa membuat semua kepala laki-laki nengok. Tapi, siapa bilang jadi cantik itu mudah? Buat Puput, awalnya sih memang mudah. Dapet perhatian baik dari banyak orang, mudah dapet kerjaan, she’s living the life! Tapi makin lama kok gak segampang itu ya jadi orang cantik? Bener gak sih kalo orang cantik mudah dimanfaatin? Yang tadinya mau kerja serius, jadi r...

Welcome to Talks Tomorrow - a round table discussion featuring your favourite Individuals who engage in deep conversations with interesting topics, brought to you by MaknaTalks x TMRW.  On our third episode of Talks Tomorrow in this month of virtue, we highlighted the topic of building your own social enterprise and how we can all make social impact for the people around us. Featuring Andien...

Yang awalnya cuman nemenin Mami ke pasar, eh akhirnya cari kerjaan. Siapa sih yang gak kenal sikap santai nya Rasta? Dari dosen sampe temen kelas, semuanya udah kenal pasti sama Rasta and his iconic “ya pasti ada jalannya”. Akhirnya, si Rasta yang serba santuy ini harus ngerasain pahit pahit nya dunia kerja guys karena semua butuh uang! Kira-kira bisa ga ya Rasta dapet pekerjaan dengan sifat unik...

Biasanya kalau lagi tidur pulas dibangunin sama telpon suka ada aja yang aneh-aneh. Itulah yang Mahmud alami di episode kali ini. Setelah CV nya dibenerin di episode lalu, Mahmud dapet telpon misterius soal kerjaan yang ternyata nge-challenge skill berbahasa internasyonel nya. Apakah akhirnya dia mendapatkan kerjaan yang diimpikannya? Dengerin yak di episode hari ini! Biar makin mantep, jangan lup...

Setelah diyakinkan oleh teman-temannya, sekarang waktunya Ajay berjuang memasuki jalur PHI N ICE alias PNS untuk mencapai puncaque karir kehidupan. Eh gak tau dia kalau ada tidak semudah itu fren. Ada lagi rintangan-rintangan yang dia akan hadapi + saingan yang harus dilalui. Nyampe gak tuh Ajay menuju puncaque impian cahaya? Ya bismillah. Biar makin mantep, jangan lupa pakai earphone ya. Dengarka...

Ternyata meskipun udah lulus, tantangannya ga berhenti disitu doang. Sekarang Ajay, Mahmud, Rasta dan Puput harus masuk ke DUNIA KERJA, yang ternyata gak semudah itu guys. Kira-kira mereka bisa ga ya dapet pekerjaan yang mereka inginkan? Ternyata perjalanan mereka masih panjang. Bismillah ajadeh. Biar makin mantep, jangan lupa pakai earphone ya. Dengarkan episode hari ini di Spotify!

Akhirnya, setelah perjalanan jatuh bangun jungkir balik, Ajay, Mahmud, Rasta dan Puput akhirnya dinyatakan LULUS! Ini adalah awal mula perjalanan mereka untuk mencari makna hidup dan kesuksesan yang sesungguhnya. Bisa gak ya mereka nemuin nya? Ya insyallah.  Biar makin mantep, jangan lupa pakai earphone ya. Dengarkan episode hari ini di Spotify! 

In this episode of Makna Talks, Kelas Puber talks about character developments, what lies behind the scenes, and the upcoming season 2. We are very excited to tell you that the 2nd season of Kelas Puber is coming very, very soon! In this episode, we talked with the cast of Kelas Puber and our newest crew Kalya, about the what’s on Kelas Puber Season 2. There will be conflict, comical bits, and aud...

In today’s episode of Makna Talks, Herjunot Ali talks about going broke, a change in perspective, and being more than just a look Herjunot Ali, or mostly known as Junot, is an Indonesian actor born and raised in Jakarta. Other than being an actor, Junot has a career of being a costume designer and have started an awareness on the use of social media by implementing ‘Berbagi Kultur’ #BRBGKLTR. On t...