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Recent conversations about Australian vs Japanese sunscreens have reminded people how important it is to slap it on. And for us, it prompted a conversation about good habits we know we should do but don't do. So our question to listeners is: what is something you know is good for you, but fail to do? Image Credit: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a Malaysian school recently made the shortlist for the World's Best School Prize by developing an app to help with their students' mental health, we go to thinking about different school environments. So, our question to you is: was your school good or bad, and why? Image Credit: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the Trump administration's recent attempt to restrict international students from studying at Harvard, the conversation around studying abroad, and more broadly, global education, has become even more urgent. We explore what studying abroad means to our listeners: for those who did it, how it shaped them; and for those who didn’t, whether it was a dream they still carry. Image Credit: Shutter...

With coffee rave hitting our shores, we wondered whether partying, or the way people define what a good time is, has evolved. So we asked: How do you like to have a good time? Are you a party person or a homebody? And has it changed over the years? Image Credit: Pexels See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While some people look forward to travelling as it comes with experiencing new cultures and having some much needed relaxation time, others find the whole ordeal overrated and a waste of money. So we asked our listeners: is travelling important to you or is it overrated? Image Credit: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the age of AI and with scammers adapting and becoming more advanced we ask you: are you scam proof? Have you noticed scams getting more convincing? Image Credit: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malaysia recently placed 6th for online profanity, tying with Ireland in a study conducted by a team of Australian linguists. The study also found that swearing tends to reflect cultural context: Americans often swear out of anger, while Australians typically use it in humour or irony. But what about Malaysians? So tonight we're asking you: Do you swear a lot? Or do you judge people who do? Image...

Over the years, the average person has experienced a decline in attention spans which can have implications on their focus at work and learning in schools. Research points to the rise in technology and social media as the reason for this decline, as there is a constant stream of stimuli for a person to digest. So that prompted us to ask our listeners: Do you have a long or short attention span, an...

Taugeh in kuey teow? Fries dipped in ice cream?? Milo in maggi kari??? Where do you draw the line? Or is anything edible fair game to you? Tonight we're asking: What’s your most unpopular or controversial food opinion? Image Credit: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malaysians are spending more on groceries than anyone else in the region, but why? Is it rising food prices, changing lifestyles, or simply larger households? We want to hear how you're managing your grocery budget, so we're asking our listeners: Where do you go for your groceries, and how much are they costing you? Is there anything you're cutting down on? Image Credit: Shutterstock See omnystudi...

We all remember our first trip to the doctor — the awkward questions, the cold stethoscope, the quiet sense of vulnerability. Some of us have stuck with the same doctor ever since, while others have searched for the right fit. So today we’re asking you: What kind of doctor do you like? Do you prefer someone younger or older? A doctor of the same gender? Are you more at ease with someone blunt and...

A new survey by the British Standards Institution found that nearly half of young people would rather live in a world without the internet. The findings come as UK Technology Secretary Peter Kyle revealed the British government is considering mandatory cut-off times for apps like TikTok and Instagram; measures that would restrict access to certain platforms during late-night hours, in an effort to...

Malaysia is a melting pot of different ethnic races, all with unique accents that form the oh so familiar "Malaysian accent" - familiar, yet uniquely personal. But accents can shape how others see us. So tonight we ask you: How would you describe your accent? And do you think it affects the way people treat you? Image Credit: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever since the pandemic, we've seen a surge in food deliveries. Whether it's foodpanda or Grab, nowadays people are opting to stay in rather than eat out. But it got us thinking; are we prioritising convenience over the dine-in experience or having a home cooked meal? So we ask our listeners if they are over reliant on these services. Image Credit: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...

The slang term nepo baby - short for nepotism baby - can be traced back to the Italian word nipote, meaning nephew, which referred to the advantages the nephews of popes would often receive. Here in Malaysia, PKR vice-president Nurul Izzah, daughter of Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, is being pushed to run for deputy president in party polls this May. Although she's not the only person in politics t...

The former Bank Negara Malaysia governor said Malaysian wages have declined threefold over the past 40 years. He pointed out that fresh grad salaries today have barely increased compared to his starting pay in 1984, despite decades of inflation, and believes graduates should be earning RM7,000 to RM8,000 a month. So we asked our listeners- how much did you get paid at your first job and how much i...

An unemployed mother was charged with stealing food and hygiene items from a Brickfields supermarket. Initially sentenced to two months in jail, her punishment was reduced to six days after a judge ruled the original sentence too harsh. Her lawyer said she had just moved from Sarawak, her husband had only recently found work, and they’re supporting a baby and a sick, elderly parent. So we ask you:...

The 2024 SPM results are in. Over 400,000 candidates registered, and according to Education Minister Fadhlina Sidek, this year marks the best results in SPM history. Out of the 378,606 who sat for the exam, 14,179 students—or 3.7%—scored straight As. With all that in mind, we want to hear from you: How did you feel when you got your SPM results? And who helped shape your path after that, especiall...

An article by Elle Hunt in The Guardian explored what it meant to be “disagreeable” after she was jokingly called the “fault-finder” by her friends. That moment prompted her to try becoming more agreeable—by holding back opinions, reading the room, and asking more questions. So now we ask our listeners if they have an easygoing or difficult personality, and how do they deal with people who aren’t...

We all have money dreams—whether it’s buying a home, clearing debt, or building up savings. But how many of us are actually on track? So we ask you: What are your financial goals? How close are you to achieving them? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

TGV Cinemas recently responded to a viral incident where a group of latecomers, who had missed the opening of Blood Brothers: Bara Naga, entered another screening hall and took other patrons' seats. This incident got us thinking about the notion of punctuality. Are you always on time, and how do you deal with people who are not like that? Image Credit: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for...

Have you ever had that moment where you just could not take it anymore and decided to walk away? Tonight, inspired by listener Benjamin Sabri, we’re talking about that moment when one decides that enough is enough, whether that be an unpleasant argument, a restaurant that's not quite up to standards or a boring movie in the cinema. So the question we're asking listeners tonight is: When have you w...

Twelve Malaysian and Singaporean words — including alamak , tapau , and the ever-confusing terror — have officially made it into the Oxford English Dictionary. So tonight, we’re asking: What’s your favourite untranslatable word? And what other Malaysianisms should the world know about? Image Credit: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s Raya right now, and that means a lot of mingling at open houses and reconnecting with relatives. While it’s great to catch up, small talk often comes with the territory—whether it’s about work, the weather, or family updates. For some, it’s easy to slip into these conversations, but for others, it can be a bit of a challenge. So we ask you: How do you feel about small talk? Are you good at it...

Every festive season, we witness the 'balik kampung' rush, as urbanites return to their hometowns to celebrate with loved ones. But with urbanisation on the rise, does kampung life still hold the same charm? Beyond family ties, what keeps people connected to their hometowns—nostalgia, culture, community, or something else? So we pose the question to you: what’s your favourite thing about your home...