What's the Focus

On this week's WTF, we discuss the shifting tides of social media regulation; Donald Trump's foreign policy priorities; whether wider use of dashcams is needed to promote road safety; and thoughts about the Visit Malaysia 2026 tourism campaign. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's What's the Focus or WTF we ask why are global banks leaving the climate alliance, top 10 trends to watch in 2025 and in Malaysia, are some squats an adequate punishment? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On WTF or What’s the Focus, our recap show of the week’s top stories, and other news tidbits you have missed, this week we ask who won the country of the year, why are so many CEOs quitting and going nuts over labubus. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Morning Run crew condenses the top conversations from the week and keeps you clued in on the stories you might have missed. In this episode, we discuss whether Donald Trump deserves to be named Person of the Year; why Norway is likely to become the first country to eliminate fossil-fueled vehicles; and whether ASEAN needs an advisory council of elder statesmen. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com S...

In WTF or What’s the Focus our weekly recap show of stories from the week, we discuss the defiance of South Korea’s besieged President Yoon Suk-Yeol; the Economist’s nominees for the best performing economy in 2024; and why Malaysia needs to separate the role of the Attorney General and Public Prosecutor ASAP. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the mix, on "What’s the Focus", our weekly round-up show of the top stories this week include why pardoning your own son can create problems, should money be the main motivation for joining a party and do you suffer from brain rot. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's What's the Focus or WTF we ask how easy it is to cut costs when the budget is USD6.75 trillion, have you switched to Bluesky and confusion reigns in Malaysia's 5G's space. Image Credit: shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Morning Run crew condenses the top conversations from the week and keeps you clued in on the stories you might have missed. In this episode, we discuss why K-pop stars aren't considered workers in South Korea; the potential break-up of Google; and who is the most reformist Prime Minister according to electoral advocacy group Bersih? Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener fo...

The Morning Run crew condenses the top conversations from the week and keeps you clued in on the stories you might have missed. In this episode, we discuss the post-mortem discussions taking place within the Democratic Party following the poor election performance; how mainstream US media outlets are bracing for Trump 2.0; and proposals to reduce the cost of private healthcare in Malaysia. Image C...

On this week's WTF or What’s the Focus, our weekly round-up show of the top stories this week and other news tidbits you may have missed, it's all about the political event of 2025, the US elections. We discuss what we can expect from Trump's foreign policy, why the pollsters got it so wrong and what can Malaysian politicians learnt from this. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/list...

On our weekly show, “What’s the Focus or WTF,” we ask if the media should stay neutral in an election, why waving a foreign flag can get you into serious trouble, and whether Kamala Harris is half Malaysian. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Morning Run crew condenses the top conversations from the week and keeps you clued in on the stories you might have missed. In this episode, we discuss allegations of foreign interference in US elections; future-proofing jobs in the face of the AI revolution; and the pushback against mandatory EPF for foreign workers.  Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy...

The Morning Run crew condenses the top conversations from the week and keeps you clued in on the stories you might have missed. In this episode, we discuss Big Tech opting for nuclear power to fuel data centres; the cancellation of BBC HardTalk and the shrinking media industry; and the implications of the new Malaysian citizenship laws. Image Credit: shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener fo...

On this week's "What's the Focus or WTF, we look at the Nobel prize winners, the dangers of misinformation in a disaster and why we should pay attention to Sarawak. Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Morning Run crew condenses the top conversations from the week and keeps you clued in on the stories you might have missed. In this episode, we discuss why leaders should always look gift horses in the mouth; whether OpenAI deserves its USD157 billion valuation; the policy and mindset shifts needed to adapt to an aged population; and when do journalists withdraw from interviews. Image Credit:...

This week's WTF, the focus is on how cute baby animals are melting hearts the world over, but the public's responses have highlighted the ugly side of being human. Also, with the high prices of concert tickets and the difficulty in obtaining them, is attending these shows even worth the trouble anymore? Image Credit: shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Morning Run crew condenses the top conversations from the week and keeps you clued in on the stories you might have missed. In this episode, we discuss the tech supply chain risks following escalation in the Middle East; moves to manage social media impacts on mental health; the ethics and optics of Anna Delvey's participation in Dancing with the Stars; and the unfolding horror of the GISBH ab...

The Morning Run crew condenses the top conversations from the week and keeps you clued in on the stories you might have missed. In this episode, we discuss observations of the US presidential debate with Morning Run presenter Philip See who is on the ground in Boston; why much ado is being made over halal certification; and PAS Youth's strategy on how to make friends and influence people. Image Cr...

The Morning Run crew condenses the top conversations from the week and keeps you clued in on the stories you might have missed. In this episode, we discuss diverging approaches to bonuses and remuneration in the UK and China; efforts to revive Hong Kong tourism and gripes about dynamic pricing for Oasis concert tickets. Image Credit: shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa...

On this week's, "What’s The Focus" or WTF we dive into what unfolds when a tech giant faces political pressure, is Japan experiencing a rice shortage and are GST reforms a better alternative than the removal of petrol subsidies. Image Credit: shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On our weekly wrap up show, "What's the Focus or WTF", we discuss the role AI will be play in elections, why trains are cool and the importance of saving the orangutans. Image Credit: freepik.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On our weekly wrap-up show, "What's the Focus or WTF", we discuss the economic contribution the Olympic game has on an economy, can politicians use any songs in their campaigns and who is buying property in Malaysia. Image Credit: shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Morning Run crew condenses the top conversations from the week and keeps you clued in on the stories you might have missed. In today's episode, we discuss the latest developments in Ukraine’s War, where wouldn’t you buy a hamburger, is finding a job easier than falling in love and what has a dead bear got to do with a presidential candidate. Image Credit: shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/li...

On this week's "What's the Focus or WTF’ the wrap up show of all the news and tidbits that you might have missed, we go for gold at the at the Olympics, can you really police social media and will robots take your job? Image Credit: Shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week's What's The Focus explores the impact the faulty update from security software firm CrowdStrike caused to IT systems worldwide, the gender pay gap which sees no signs of narrowing and why you should be concerned that cocaine was found in wild sharks off Rio de Janeiro's coast. On the local front, we ask the questions whether or not Kuala Lumpur is a safe city and where can you find the...