Evening Edition

The Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs Ministry reports that durian traders have been using various tactics to scam their customers into paying exorbitant prices for the in-season fruit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In an op-ed on The Star, psychotherapist Sandy Clarke writes about online therapy as an efficient and convenient way to tackle the mental health crisis. We speak with Joan Low for her thoughts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Environment and Water Minster Dato' Tuan Ibrahim Tuan Man is seeking RM7 billion from the federal government to tackle Kelantan's water crisis, but states that it will take 30-40 years to resolve completely. Datuk Abdul Kadir Mohd Din shares some insights into the state's water issues and what it will take to ensure sustainable supply in the coming years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

Over the weekend, a group of youths held Malaysia's first ever mock virtual parliament sitting. We speak with participant Melinda Anne about her experience, and then discuss with co-organiser Tharmellinggem Pillai about the process of coordinating the virtual session. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A report by former UN Special Rapporteur Philip Alston indicates that the current government does not intend to review the poverty line, and states that the official rate of 0.4% is "based on a statistical sleight of hand". We speak to Lee Hwok-Aun to understand why using outdated systems to measure poverty is problematic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With live performances still banned and the fall in demand for video production, local production houses and artists are turning to YouTube for a living. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A day ahead of the Chini by-election, we look at the stakes involved and what impact a Barisan Nasional win would have. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Plantation Industries and Commodities Minister Mohd Khairuddin Aman Razali says that the government plans to take legal action against the European Union over their restrictions on palm oil imports. We speak with Lim Teck Wyn about the Malaysian government's claims, and what impact legal action would have. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We discuss if the pandemic has changed our working habits permanently, and talk about the benefits of continuing work-from-home arrangements. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The new law kicked in on the 23rd anniversary of Hong Kong's return to China's rule, and within just a day 10 people have been arrested for breaching it. We speak to Koh King Hee to understand how the law will affect Hong Kong citizens and international trade. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the reactivation of the Social Protection Council to enhance post Covid-19 recovery, we speak with Dr Madeline Berma to understand why it's important for the government's social welfare efforts to adopt an integrated and holistic approach. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We speak with Datuk Freddie Fernandez about the SOPs suggested by Karyawan to the government, and discuss what it will take to revitalize the nightlife economy that has suffered due to Covid-19. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We speak with Datuk Freddie Fernandez about the SOPs suggested by Karyawan to the government, and discuss what it will take to revitalize the nightlife economy that has suffered due to Covid-19. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Pasar Malam Kuala Lumpur Association requests for authorities to allow for SOPs that mirror Bangkok's, stating that the current SOPs criple traders who are already struggling to make ends meet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More than 400 companies have suspended paid advertising on Facebook, citing the social platform's refusal to audit and remove hate speech. Gabey Goh, Asia Editor at WARC discusses the lessons here for the role of social media in public discourse, and how commercial interests fit into the picture. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Local businesses are urging the government to boost trade with China, to help them recover from the pandemic. We speak with Professor David Yu to discuss the impact of Covid-19 on China's trade, and what it will take to strengthen its trade ties with Malaysia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tourism, Arts and Culture Minister Dato’ Sri Nancy Shukri says now is the right time to boost domestic tourism as most sectors reopen and local travel resumes. We speak with Nigel Wong about efforts withinin the sector to spur domestic travel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Food prices are surging post-MCO, triggering a rise in cost of living even as a drop is seen in the Consumer Price Index. Dr. Paul Selva Raj helps us make sense of this phenomenon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Contact tracing apps are being used worldwide to combat the spread of Covid-19, but the lack of user accessibility has hampered the use of these apps among the blind. We speak with Kavein Thran to understand how apps can be developed to be more inclusive. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After his resignation just ahead of the Chini by-election, Art Harun is now reportedly being nominated as the new Dewan Rakyat Speaker. We discuss the potential political outcomes of this with Dr Bridget Welsh. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The deer population at Nara Park seem to have become healthier due to the absence of tourists feeding them their favourite snacks - Senbei rice crackers. Shawn Tanis gives us the details. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As traditional work structures break down and the job market continues to be uncertain, how does one recalibrate their career ambitions? We speak to Eric Bryan to find out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As traditional work structures break down and the job market continues to be uncertain, how does one recalibrate their career ambitions? We speak to Eric Bryan to find out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Increased consumer spending would help boost the local economy, but are Malaysians ready to spend more, after months of uncertainty? We speak with Professor Datuk Dr Norma Mansor for her thoughts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has submitted a motion to replace Dewan Rakyat Speaker Tan Sri Mohamad Ariff Mohd Yusof and his deputy, Nga Kor Ping. We speak with Professor Wong Chin Huat to understand the importance of the Speaker's role in our parliamentary democracy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.