Mr Money TV Podcast

In this episode, Peter breaks down the real story behind Astro, the TV giant that used to be in almost every single Malaysian household. From the golden days when we all happily paid our monthly bills to watch our favorite shows, to the moment they lost their biggest lifeline—the FIFA football rights—this is a brutal look at how a massive company got too comfortable, refused to change, and let the...

In this episode, Peter sits down with Cha-ly, an urbanist, data scientist, and the CEO of Urbanometry , along with Sterling, the head of Urbii. Together, they pull back the curtain on Malaysia's massive 1.9 million vacant houses crisis , why our current transport spending is completely backward compared to the rest of the world , and the brutal reality of what happens when emotional biases complet...

Are you hoping your company loyalty will keep you safe at work? You are not alone. Many workers think staying at a job for years automatically brings job safety and big pay raises. But the scary truth is that company loyalty is dead, and many people do not realize their work is slipping until it is too late. In this episode, Peter talks with Aunty HR about the hard truths of surviving and growing...

John-Son Oei, CEO of EPIC Homes, is known as the man who builds homes for the Orang Asli. He has helped build 400 homes across 5 states, with each home taking just three days to finish. But behind these big numbers is a deeper story. It all started with a house John-Son once received, and how that gift changed the next 16 years of his life. In this episode, John-Son opens up about starting with ze...

In this episode, we break down the real reasons behind the Ringgit’s sudden slide down to 4.15 against the US Dollar. We clear up the confusion about how local political rumors and high US interest rates combine to shrink your purchasing power and explain the mystery of why Singapore managed to escape the drama completely to hit an 11-year high. Chapter Markers:00:00:00 - Teaser00:00:26 - Why did...

In this episode, we tear down the traditional Asian property mindset, dissect how modern property economics have drastically shifted since our parents' generation, and reveals the actual math of renting versus buying in today's market. You've been told your whole life that buying property is the safest thing you can do with your money. But what if that advice is the very thing that could trap you...

Are you in credit card debt and don't know where to start? You are not alone. The average Malaysian owes almost 12,000 ringgit in credit card debt. And the scary truth is, most of us don't even realise how deep we are in it until it's too late. In this episode, Peter sits down with Rajen, one of Malaysia's most experienced licensed financial planners, to have the honest conversatio...

You've been told your whole life that buying property is the safest thing you can do with your money. But what if that advice — the same advice your parents, your friends, and every property guru out there has been giving you — is the very thing that could trap you for the next 35 years? In this episode, Peter sits down with Gin, a property expert who has personally reviewed over 240 propertie...

Iran now controls who passes through the Strait of Hormuz, and 20% of the world's entire oil supply flows through it. While ships from every other country are being blocked, Malaysia keeps getting safe passage. But with people queuing for petrol at stations overseas, should Malaysians actually be worried? We sat down with Dato Dr. Ilango, a 33-year veteran of Malaysia's Foreign Service and former...

In this episode, I sit down with the Deputy Director of Bank Negara Malaysia to break down how Malaysia’s financial system actually works. From the role of Bank Negara in managing the economy, inflation, and the strength of the ringgit, to a behind-the-scenes tour exploring the history of money in Malaysia, this episode simplifies complex monetary concepts and shows how central banking decisions a...

Is it real, or is it a scam? William built his online persona around supercars, luxury, and the “Rich Dad” image, a lifestyle that’s attracted massive attention and just as much skepticism. Behind the flash, he operates as a private investor, leveraging capital, networks, and positioning in ways most people don’t fully understand. In this episode, we break down the reality behind his wealth, why h...

David walked away from a comfortable expat career across China and Singapore to build Deemples, a golf social app that connects golfers to play together. What started as a personal frustration became a platform now serving over 150,000 users across Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand and Indonesia. In this episode of From Zero to CEO, we break down how he validated the idea before quitting, built tracti...

In this episode I talk to Mr Teong, CEO of GDEX, to unpack the real leadership lessons behind building one of Malaysia’s most recognised logistics companies. Mr Teong shares:• The day he lost 14 salespeople because of his leadership decision • How he handled a RM19 million loss without collapsing the team • Why admitting mistakes makes your company stronger • The importance of emotional stability...

Most people think building a business means moving fast, but what if moving slower is actually harder? I sat down with Ethan and Esther from Dododots, and what surprised me wasn’t how ambitious they were, it was how careful they were. Careful about decisions. Careful about impact. Careful about what kind of business they actually wanted to build. We talked about money, work, pressure, and why diff...

[This episode is conducted in Mandarin Chinese to allow for a more natural and authentic conversation]In this episode, I interviewed with Dato’ Calvin Chan, founder of Oriental Kopi, for an honest, unfiltered conversation about building a business the hard way. This is not a “success story” in the usual sense. Dato’ Calvin shares the uncomfortable realities behind scaling a Malaysian F&B brand...

My son just turned 5. Under the new National Education Blueprint, he can enter Standard 1 next year. And I’m terrified not because he’s not capable, but because the system isn’t ready. This policy affects 400,000 children every year. Every parent with a 4–6 year old is facing the same silent question:Is my child ready and is the system? In this video, we break down:• Why January-born kids will dom...

In this episode of From Zero to CEO, Peter sits down with Raymond Khue from OLOIYA, to talk about what really goes into building a business when there’s no hype, no shortcuts, and no guarantees. Raymond shares the quiet side of entrepreneurship, being questioned by family, obsessing over product quality, and choosing consistency over speed when nobody is watching. This isn’t a story about overnigh...

This video is brought to you by Taylor’s University. Is an accounting degree still worth it in the age of AI? 🤖📊Everyone’s saying accountants are being replaced, but what’s really changing, and what skills are still irreplaceable? In this video, we break down how AI is shaping accounting, and hear from real accountants about the future of their work. If you want a degree that actually keeps you...

Colin is the guy everyone knows for that nasi lemak shop with the never-ending queue. But before the “confirm full house” days, there was a failed student, a towel-washing hustler, and a business owner who almost broke under the pressure of his own comeback. In this episode of From Zero to CEO, Collin shares what really happens behind the shutters—before the crowd, after the crowd, and in the mome...

Everyone sees Timothy Tiah as the guy who had it all, the family, the business, the success. But behind the headlines is a man still trying to prove himself. In this episode, Timothy opens up about the pressure of privilege, the advice from his father that saved his business, and the numbness that came even after success. He talks about luck, humility, and what people get wrong about building a bu...

Every market crash looks different on the surface: Tulips, Housing, Crypto, but underneath, they all follow the same script. In this video, I break down 6 of the biggest crashes in history to show you the repeating pattern that most investors miss… until it’s too late. Then we bring that pattern to today’s AI-driven market and ask the uncomfortable question: Are we setting up for another painful c...

Before you dump your money into any digital bank in 2026, watch this first. 👀 I compare and rank all 5 digital banks in Malaysia: GX Bank, AEON Bank, Boost Bank, KAF and Ryt, from best to worst based on real app experience (smooth vs laggy), actual interest/profit you can earn, rewards and travel perks, and how well each one fits different lifestyles like travellers, high savers, Grab/AEON/Boost/...

What if being broke at 20 could still lead you to RM10 million? 🧠💰 In this unfiltered conversation, Joel Neoh shares how his failed student business, near-collapse moments at SAYS, and tough co-founder talks shaped his journey to multiple exits, a RM10 million “enough” number, and a simple “Do more, Read more, Share more” framework you can use to grow your career or startup. If you’re an ambitio...

Buying a car can either level up your life… or quietly drain your wallet for years. In this video, I break down the 15–2–P Formula, the fastest way to know if you’re truly ready to buy a car, or if you’re about to overstretch without realising it. We’ll cover the real hidden costs, the mistakes Malaysians keep repeating, and how to make sure your car fits your life, not squeezes it. And if you are...

Most Malaysians don’t feel broke because of low salary, but because their money has no system. In this video, I break down the 3M System, a simple framework to help you stop leaking money, protect your income, and finally grow your savings. If you want to stop living paycheck to paycheck, this is the most important video you’ll watch. Check out @@fwd.malaysia FWD CI Intense Shield that gives a hig...