Life Confessions - SYOK Podcast [ENG]

Are comedians naturally gifted or is comedy a skill you can acquire? The Godfather of Malaysian Stand-Up Comedy, Harith Iskander, shares his thoughts on this debate, whether or not audiences have changed over the decades as well as the proudest moments of his career thus far. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's an unlikely career pivot from a prominent politician to Malaysia's top podcaster, but Shahril Hamdan has done it and emerged victoriously. From his early inclinations towards politics and justice as a youth to his abrupt suspension from the political party he triumphed, Shahril Hamdan shares all the invaluable life lessons he has learned along the way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

When one experiences a serious, sometimes near-fatal illness or disease, or in Azwan Baharuddin's case, a multi-drug-resistant superbug, it can drastically alter the way one looks at life. Despite being timid in his adolescence, Accenture's country managing director details how his life-changing experience led him to Accenture and ultimately how he built himself to be the team player that he is to...

There are very specific ingredients that go into concocting a technology unicorn, and Jiun Ee Teoh CEO of Carsome, knows exactly what they are. From sharing about his partnership with Eric Cheng to his choice of appointing Eric Cantona as a brand ambassador, Jiun Ee Teoh talks about the highs and lows in his Carsome journey thus far. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Comedians are much more intelligent and meticulous than you may think, especially when you find out the time it takes to craft one set to absolute perfection. Douglas Lim details his first steps into comedy despite his strict upbringing, the creation of Yuni, and how he takes stabs at political situations (and gets away with it). After all, if you wanna make money as a comedian, you gotta have a c...

Starting a business is an intimidating and laborious process, one which many people are apprehensive of. But, Vivy Yusof knows firsthand the trials and tribulations of founding a company from scratch, and while she's made it look effortless, it is no easy feat by any means. She shares her relationship with her work and life partner Fadza Anuar, the heartbreaking decision to shut down FashionValet,...

What does it take to be a successful artist - is it raw, natural talent or consistent passion for the art, or both? Yuna talks to Dr Reza Abraham about her creative songwriting process, hustling in the U.S. entertainment industry and collaborating with globally renowned artists. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hot off the news that Astro Radio remains Malaysia's No. 1 radio network, Dr. Reza Abraham speaks to Astro Radio CEO Kenny Ong about his move from the music industry, slightly adjacent, to the radio industry, being an introvert in a chaotic field and what makes a radio station successful. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A very rare few are born to live life on the fast lane, and that can be said for international racing driver Jazeman Jaafar. In this week's episode, Jazeman talks to Dr Reza about when he received his calling to the wheels and the risky business behind the motorsports world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Joining politics.. was a risky move but one which I followed my heart". As someone who started his journey from humble beginnings and became one of Malaysia's youngest and most successful politicians, YB Syed Saddiq has made his mark on Malaysia's political landscape. He shares with us about upsetting the established order for the greater good, finding the balance between generations, and what in...

Does the apple fall far from the tree? On the first episode of Life Confessions, Datin Paduka Marina Mahathir speaks to Dr. Reza Abraham about her book, The Apple and the Tree, and the lessons that she has learnt through her upbringing, her volunteer work in combatting HIV/AIDS and other life-changing events that have occurred. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices