Evening Edition

Malaysia won its first ever esports medal at the 19th Asian Games with the Arena of Valour team taking home the silver medal after losing to China in the finals. We discuss the significance of this achievement, particularly when it comes to bringing recognition to esports, and having it taken more seriouly as a competitive sport. Image Credits: Unsplash See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

First, Economic Minister Rafizi Ramli made a statement about Malaysians' habit of eating out putting a dent on their household income, which drew many mixed reactions. Then, Rawang ADUN Chua Wei Kiet posted in support of the minister, by talking about how eating Maggi instant noodles at home costs five times less than ordering them in a restaurant - which, to no one's surprise, drew derision from...

The Court of Appeal has upheld the nine-month prison sentence of independent preacher Ustaz Wan Ji Wan Hussin. This comes after being found guilty in 2018 for a Facebook post he made in 2012, where he was alleged to have insulted the Sultan of Selangor. Wan Ji was charged under the Sedition Act 1948. We speak to N. Surendran from Lawyers of Liberty to get an understanding of this conviction, and w...

A user on X posted the question “What would you tell 18-year-old you to stop doing immediately?” Social media users answering the question began reflecting on their youth and sharing their regrets of things done in their teenage years. Our listeners share their own advice to their 18-year-old selves. Image Credit: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More people are turning to the Internet to self-diagnose medical issues, and in some cases even self-medicating based on information online. We discuss whether medical sources online are truly reliable, and the potential risks of self-medicating. Image Credits: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The latest stats reveal that the majority of road accidents from 2021 to August this year, happened due to driver negligience. So we talk about what these behaviours involve, why we do them even though we KNOW they're wrong, and how we move past that to ensure a better, safer drive for everyone. Image Credit: Pexels See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pictures of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim strutting the streets of New York while attending the 78th United Nations General Assembly ha surfaced online, and Malaysians are amused, to say the very least. Some have brought up how refreshing it is to see our PM and his entourage walking (and getting coffee!) like ordinary people - and a larger conversation on VIP treatment has come out of t...

Pictures of Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim strutting the streets of New York while attending the 78th United Nations General Assembly ha surfaced online, and Malaysians are amused, to say the very least. Some have brought up how refreshing it is to see our PM and his entourage walking (and getting coffee!) like ordinary people - and a larger conversation on VIP treatment has come out of t...

Following on from our previous conversation on the economics of eating out in Malaysia, we look at why going out for a meal or buying prepared food has become a large part of Malaysia's food culture - and why this might differ from country to country. Image Credit: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do power naps help combat midday drowsiness? A post on X says yes, while also detailing the "correct" way to take them. We ask our listeners whether they'd snooze or lose on the power nap. Image: Pexels See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Personal Data Protection Department (PDPD) recorded 130 cases of data breach up until June this year. This is a fourfold increase from the total cases recorded in 2022. We discuss the factors that led to the number of cases rising rapidly, the measures that need to be taken to protect our personal data, and what the line is between convenience and privacy. Image: Shutterstock See omnystudio.co...

A report from MalaysiaKini has highlighted the issue of baby snatching - more specifically, alleging that the babies of stateless Bajau Laut women in Lahad Datu are being taken away, and given to waiting adoptive parents. The hospital has denied these claims, but an official investigation by the Health Ministry is underway. Meanwhile, we speak to S Vinothaa, the journalist who wrote this report, o...

Is life just more difficult for the current generation? A post on X suggests so, and has sparked debate online, with people bringing up challenges like the rising cost of living and job scarcity. We ask our listeners if they agree. Image: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Perdana Fellow was recently removed from a placement programme after his credentials on his application could not be verified. It later emerged that this wasn't the first time he had been called out for fabricating his achievements. We talk about how common it is for credentials to be faked in professional settings, why this happens, and what employers can do to verify employees' achievements. I...

In response to a viral post on X asking "What’s one thing that smells good but isn’t perfume?", a social media user posted an image of the instantly evocative Rotiboy. This kicked off a heady conversation on our listeners' favourite smells - from the fragrant to the funny. Image Credit: Nurintashaa / X See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek has called on teachers to take action if they suspect students are being abused. This comes due to the recent rise in physical, sexual, and emotional abuse cases among children. We look at whether there is currently enough support for teachers to spot and address such cases, and the importance of having counselling teachers who can offer emotional support to stude...

The Guardian recently published an article titled, “‘Yours sincerely’ is dead. So how should you sign off an email?”. Many have denied the passing of "Yours sincerely" while others have responded with alternative suggestions. We discuss the best, worst, and the most passive-aggressive email sign offs. Image: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Throughout the Merdeka and Malaysia Day period, we’ve been imagining what Malaysia might be like in 100 years. We reached out to a number of authors who’ve written works that sit within in the speculative fiction/fantasy genre, and asked them to imagine Malaysia in 100 years. Image: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The iPhone 15 drop has kicked off conversations on X about the right time to get a new phone. Do you make the most of your phone's lifespan? Or are you the first to queue up for the new release because you just HAVE to have it? We get into the hype. Image Credit: Pexels See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Perikatan Nasional (PN) Youth recently announced their plans to hold a rally to protest the decision to grant Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi a DNAA on 47 charges. Following that, the deputy inspector-general issued a warning that action would be taken against rally organisers and participants, as they had not received a permit application. So we thought, what better time to ge...

A 27-year-old woman shared a TikTok of her father accompanying her on her first commute to a new job - which led to an X user calling the practice "infantilising". Others, though, aren't on the same page, saying it's a display of love and care. We discuss both sides of the issue. Image: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On 13 September, 2023, a group of farmers from Perak, as well as representatives of the Lawan Lapar Movement, marched to Parliament with a memorandum on food security. The memorandum calls on the government to intervene in plans by the Perak state to turn farms into housing and industrial developments. We speak with Ian Yee and Tharma Pillai, who spearheaded Lawan Lapar, on what this memorandum is...

The opinions on X continue to flow, with today's conversation being about how people prefer their water. That's right. An X user posted a whole list ranking water at different temperatures, in order of preference (cheat sheet: hot water, torture; cold water, best). We dive into the discussion. Image Credit: Pexels See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim began tabling the 12th Malaysia Plan Mid-Term Review in the Dewan Rakyat on Sept 12. The plan includes 17 "Big Bold" measures, with one of which focuses on the re-targeting of all types of subsidies, including petrol, diesel, electricity, and social assistance. So we dive into what this big bold move means for all of us. Image Credit: X See omnystudio.com/li...

TasteAtlas' lists of food rankings from around the world have a way of sparking conversation and controversy, though this time around, Malaysians have little cause to complain - the roti canai has landed at the top of the guide's list of best breads in the world. So, we celebrate this most beloved of local breakfast foods, share order preferences and tips, and ask: how do you eat your roti canai?...