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Was 9/11 an inside job? Is there a shadow government controlling the world? Are birds real? We speak to Dr Ricky Green from the CONSPIRACY_FX Lab at the University of Kent, on the psychological underpinnings of conspiracies and the consequences of believing them. Image Credit: andrey_l, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Headlines of bullying cases in schools have been a constant, and the effect does not end when one graduates school, but carries on until one is an adult. So we explore the idea of bullying, both in school and adulthood and why it happens. Image Credit: Cat Act Art, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amidst the ongoing genocide of Palestinians in Gaza by Israeli forces, we sought to understand and reflect on the narratives surrounding this human rights issue. We speak to Sholto Byrnes for his observations on the Middle East, as well as the attitudes of the Global North on the narratives and beliefs that are taking hold in the region, and the complex realities behind the issue. Image Credit: An...

Online shopping seems to be all the rage now, what with the deals and promotions people are able to get with them. It's not all sunshine for everyone though, as an article from MalayMail highlighted concerns from Aidilfitri bazaar sellers, who shared stories of plummeting sales as people are finding it easier to buy items online. So we discuss why online shopping is such a popular choice, and why...

Our performance in the South East Asian (SEA) Games and Asian Games has been the subject of discussion lately, as Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh talking about how she's trying to increase accessibility to sports facilities, and that medals are an oversimplification of our sports development. We talk about how we measure our sports development, and how to encourage sports as a culture in Mal...

The end of Ramadhan means it's time for Muslims around the world to celebrate, and an integral part of that celebration involves food. So in Malaysia, we have the classic main dishes: Rendang, ketupat and lemang. And when it comes to desserts, treats like Almond London and semperit come to mind. So we explore the origins and significance of these food, with Nadge Ariffin. Then, we speak to Marina...

A conglomeration of civil groups and a media outlet have launched the #MZB365 campaign to foster national reconciliation. This is amid recent religious tensions following on the KK Mart controversy. We speak to a rep from the campaign, and later, we discuss the culture of forgiveness, and what it actually means when translated into actionable measures. Image Credit: #mzb365 Official Campaign Image...

Tonight, we're bringing you a festive Hari Raya show about the nuances and intricacies behind the culture of Baju Melayu. Together with Kerol Izwan, we cover the differences between today’s mass-produced Baju Melayu and its more traditional counterparts, what to lookout for when purchasing a Baju Melayu, as well as the modern expressions of this iconic attire. Image Credit: Haziq202, Shutterstock...

Last month, home minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail shared that he was agreeable to the idea of regulating streaming platforms like Netflix, following a concern from a PAS MP of platforms that broadcasted Islamophobic content, and shows protraying LGBTQ relationships. There's been some pushback from creators and creatives in the industry, so we get into what it would mean for streaming...

Bouncing off an article from the Telegraph (but frankly, also the hundreds of other articles that have been written) deeming Gen Z the most selfish generation to work with, we ask listeners what they think about this, and what their experiences have been when it comes to either working with, or being, Gen Z in offices! Image Credits: Warpboyz, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...

Entrepreneur and influencer Dato Aliff Shukri Kamarzaman is under fire for posting a teaser clip of his latest Aidilfitri song, Love Raya; which many have deemed inappropriate. The video depicted him with 8 male dancers in costumes, gyrating and preening at the camera. Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil has requested MCMC to take action, and called for content creators to create "appropriate con...

Yesterday was April Fools, a day where pranksters prey on both suspecting and unsuspecting victims. This year, we witnessed both the "death" of musician Namewee, and the "tyranny" of the Editor-In-Chief of media and news company, CILISOS. We ask our listeners whether they love or hate pranks, and share some of the most iconic pranks we remember throughout the years. See omnystudio.com/listener for...

Despite the government's efforts to promote STEM education among students, are dwindling PISA scores and waning student interest signs that our approach needs to be re-evaluated? Tonight, we speak with Kenneth Chai about the myriad challenges that Malaysia encounters in advocating for a STEM future and how we can re-think our approach for the new age. Plus, we invite our listeners to look back on...

Tonight, we're bringing coffee to your airwaves, as we dive into everything there is to know about coffee. We first speak to Dr Eric Olmedo, on his adventures in coffee culture and how coffee is a cup of emotion encapsulated by rituals and flavour. On the business side of things, we speak to Kenneth Ong, about how the coffee industry navigates changing trends and consumer preferences to stay compe...

It's the very first episode of our new debate series, in which two debaters get into a topic, live on air. We're kicking of the show with the topic: Are boycotts an effective tool for people to influence political or social change? For this, we'll be hearing from two debaters, Muhyuddin Ahsan and Lee Yan Cheng. This show is in collaboration with Malaysian Institute For Debate and Public Speaking....

Headlines have been awash with the KK Mart controvesy, with the latest being that a branch in Bidor, Perak, was targeted by a failed Molotov cocktail, even as charges have also been levied against KK Mart's founder, and director respectively. As the news continues highlighting this issue, we play some clips from Khairy Jamaluddin and Shahril Hamdan's Keluar Sekejap episode, and ask our listeners h...

Malaysia holds a significant position as a transnational hub for various networks, including those with extremist ideologies. Against the backdrop of distressing events like the ongoing Gaza conflict, concerns about radicalization loom large. Tonight, we are joined by Aizat Shamsuddin, who sheds light on the intricate processes of radicalization, and the challenges that remain in rehabiliting radi...

A pink-and-white luggage bag filled with over RM500,000 in cash was found by a security guard at a parking lot in Damansara Mall. He handed it in to the police, but that got us thinking: Would we do the same? If you found a bag with half a million ringgit in it, would you take it for yourself, or hand it in? We opened it up to listeners, and unsurprisingly got very interesting answers, before our...

Arguing with one another may not pleasant, but it remains an inevitable part of life. We might not see eye to eye on some matters, but it's important to stay respectful and lay your perspectives in a constructive way. Tonight, we hear from our listeners about how to approach arguments with respect, empathy and willingness to understand the other side of the coin. Image Credits: vchal, Shutterstock...

With the current controversy of KK Mart selling inappropriate socks, two individuals were doxxed following uproar and discontent from certain communities. We hear from human rights lawyer, Latheefa Koya on where the gaps are in our enforcement of doxxing threats, and what we can do to protect ourselves from such threats. Then, we ask our listeners whether doxxing is acceptable, and whether the fea...

Four years ago, the world went quiet in the face of the global pandemic COVID-19. Malaysia announed its first lockdown on the 18th of March. We reflect back on how the pandemic has changed us, for good of for bad. Image Credits: Markus Spiske, Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In August 2023, a team of 11 researchers from USM began surveying a 1,200-year-old Buddhist stupa at Bukit Choras in the Bujang Valley of northwest Kedah, which has uncovered new evidence of the region's role as a thriving multicultral trading hub. We speak to Nasha Rodziadi Khaw, who is leading research efforts into the Bukit Choras archeological site in the Bujang Valley of Kedah, and what these...

The dating landscape has seen significant changes, with shifting gender dynamics, technology and social media playing an increasingly important role in how we form and maintain romantic relationships. So first, we speak to Dr Martha Tara Lee on what modern dating encompasses, and how it differs from traditional dating. Then, we hear from our listeners about the biggest lessons they've learned abou...

Malaysia has received a formal invitation to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games. The invitations comes after the Australian state of Victoria cancelled its hosting plans due to soaring costs. We looked back at an episode on Bar None where Daryl spoke with Haresh Deol on the question of whether Malaysia should host the games and the key considerations that must be taken into account. Image Credits: A...

We take a trip down memory lane tonight by going all the way back to the 1990s, exploring key events and how it's shaped the country as it is now. So first we explore this subject with Hafiz Noor Shams, author of The End of The Ninety Nineties. Then later, we hear from our listeners about how they remember this period. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.