The Simon Says Podcast

As the nation celebrated 59th independence just more than 1 month ago, we explored the topics concerning Reid Commission, affirmative action that have been around since the founding of the nation. Even more so now when the nation is divided over the former PM's conditional pardon, it is imperative that we visit some of the history in order not to repeat history. Join us for part 2 (final part)...

As the nation celebrated 59th independence just more than 1 month ago, we explored the topics concerning Reid Commission, affirmative action that have been around since the founding of the nation. Even more so now when the nation is divided over the former PM's conditional pardon, it is imperative that we visit some of the history in order not to repeat history. Join us for part 1 in this epis...

In this episode, we discussed few key questions in our pursuit of rainbow nation: 1. What went wrong with PH? 2. ⁠What is the key message from the voters really? 3. ⁠What does the future hold for a multicultural Malaysia?

In a pretty recent episode 207 of ‘Keluar Sekejap’ podcast, KJ and Shahril invited an amateur law professor in the studies of MA63 to discuss on the highly specialised and contentious topic of MA63. Following that, Senator Robert Lau has rebutted the factual and constitutional errors. In this episode, we discussed the agenda behind false narrative of MA63 and the connection between GPS and BN.

Trump issued the executive order at the onset of his second term which provided that babies who are born in the United States to parents who are in this country either illegally or temporarily are not automatically entitled to citizenship. In the SCOTUS decision ruled on 30 June 2026, the Supreme Court struck down President Donald Trump’s executive order seeking to end birthright citizenship. Tune...

The Supreme Court ruled on 30 June 2026 that states can exclude transgender athletes from girls’ and women’s sports teams. It was a decision that even many homosexuals celebrated due to the inherent athletic advantage that trans athletes have over girls and women.

During USA semiquincentennial celebration, President Trump delivered one of the most powerful and focused speeches of his two presidencies, evoking "American exceptionalism" and warning against the dark forces that seek to destroy it. In this episode, we discuss the uniqueness of USA government system.

Johor Menteri Besar (MB) Onn Hafiz Ghazi dissolved the state assembly one year ahead of schedule, paving the way for Johor state election that will be held in the next weekend. With the Barisan Nasional coalition’s flagship party, the United Malays National Organisation (UMNO), having deep roots in Johor, the “arrogance” with the organisational prowess causes PMX to be agitated over the less colla...

With Starmer quitting as Labour leader, thus paving way for contest for new prime minister, would this be a lesson for Malaysians when the voters allow disappointment to turn into disengagement and nation in decline?

With 11 July 2026 set by Election Commission as the polling date for Johor, political pundit Bridget Welsh commented that Johor polls set the tone for competitive election season. With UMNO feeling bullish about defending its state administration, are we seeing a rallying of old powers gearing up for General Election?

While the former Malaysia Economy Minister has pulled a stunt with formation of his new party “Kancil Party” in an attempt to portray an image of weakened Madani government, the uncertainty surrounding petrol subsidy cut has plagued the hearts of many “T20s”. As Malaysia draws nigh to election cycle, we explore stigmas surrounding wealth tax and subsidy in a nation not foreign to affirmative actio...

We have heard rumours of new party formation and now our Malaysian eyes have seen it. What will become of Malaysia? Tune in to the discussion and find out if you’re keen on nation watch.

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Even in the midst of withdrawal of accreditation of Iran’s ambassador by foreign ministry of Lebanon with Tehran’s violation of diplomatic norms and established practices, Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibraham has shown continual support in the name of Iran’s right to defend its sovereignty, “particularly in the face of continued Israeli strikes in the country and in Lebanon”. In this episode, w...

Following a ruling by the US Supreme Court on 20th February 2026 that struck down the Trump’s presidential authority on impose duties on virtually every country, Malaysia’s former investment, trade and industry minister, Tengku Zafrul Abdul Aziz, has stated that Malaysia is no longer tied to the 19% US’ reciprocal tariff deal signed last October. Simultaneously, US President has warned that countr...

Just earlier this February, dumpy woke pop star Billie Eilish was applauded by woke leftists when she went on a tirade during Grammy Awards, claiming “No one is illegal on stolen land.” In this episode, we discussed the rise of anti-colonialism especially prevalent in the people group who firmly embraces affirmative action, and what sort of Malaysia would we like to have, even as US is facing

Few years ago, former President George W. Bush once claimed, “An isolationist United States is destabilizing around the world.” That statement came from a stance of refusing to denounce the far-left policies of Obama, seemingly attack the Trump’s administration focus on enforcement of immigration law for American’s benefit. And today, we see many trying to define MAGA doctrine since the assassinat...

Joe Rogan, in his podcast, claimed “ICE are villains” after the fatal shooting of 37-year-old ICE agitator Renee Good in Minneapolis, Minnesota. In this episode, we discussed the topics concerning even gen alpha right now if border control is a good thing for a nation.

Professor Tajuddin Rosdi gave an opinon piece in FMT in Dec 2025 titled "Get ready for an Umno-PAS-GPS-GRS govt" where some people have accussed him of sowing fear so people will continue to support PH. In this episode, we discussed the lack of workable consensus on what is a desirable future as a nation, and confront the reality and perhaps even hope for a better future for Malaysia.

In state election held in Sabah last November 2025, it was evident that voters in Sabah rejected national parties, in a stinging rebuke to decades of neglect by the federal government. We see the rise of Sabah nationalism, but was the core message one that speaks volume to acceptance of corruption so long Sabah first? Find out more in this episode.

In the recent New York mayoral election, we see Mamdani’s message of affordability, one that resonates and represents the rights and dignity of working people, has been branded by the Democrats to be a powerful one. Are we seeing the similar trends of voter’s concern in Sabah election? Will urban blight will bring these people to their senses?

President Trump once responded to commentary from Tucker Carlson by saying, "The one thing Washington cannot forgive is that I put America first — always put America first. I could never help it. I have to do that in order to make America great again. I reject their foolish and disastrous foreign wars, their horrific globalist trade deals, their open border catastrophes, their corruption of o...

In the recent Trump’s state visit to Malaysia, there were many critics who liked and disliked the posturing that PMX showed. Some fancy Trump, and some just don’t. Nonetheless, the shift in PMX from continual focus on international crises to local matters such as affordability in every day lives of citizens is one to be lauded. Could it be a diplomatic advantage that we reaped from the Trump’s sta...

With Cambodia-Thailand Peace Pact signed in Malaysia, Trump declares this to be a momentous day for South East Asia. In Trump’s speech - “I would also like to thank Anwar. I called him right at the beginning and said, ‘You have two countries fighting right next to you. We need a third place, a neutral place,' and he was there.” Does this mark the beginning of a golden age for Malaysia - a neut...

It has been 1 month plus since the assassination of Charlie Kirk, who is well known even among ordinary people in Malaysia. Some people said he was killed because of his Christian faith, but we believe he’s killed for his discussion of ideas. Domestically, the issues remain the same - religion, racial, DEI (quota), economic sluggishness, competition among the different versions of Malaysia. Aat th...