We get you out of bed, to your first cup of coffee or to your first destination of your day with thought-provoking discussions on ideas, people and events shaping all our lives.02:58 - Are any areas of work and life going to be free of artif

Data Science Association Malaysia

Apr 10th, 2019 36m 8s

The Data Science Association or Persatuan Sains Data is the initiative of a group of senior academics and professionals from Malaysia and overseas. They share a common belief that data skills - the ability to extract data, to understand it, to

The Most Famous Food School In The World?

Apr 10th, 2019 36m 52s

With 35 schools in over 20 countries training 20,000 students in the culinary arts - Le Cordon Bleu is synonymous with high end French Cuisine. When people talk about going for French Food, they’re likely talking about Le Cordon Bleu. What make

Australia, Nomura and Uber: Trimming Down Expectations

Apr 10th, 2019 9m 9s

00:00 - Despite weak economic data and softening property market in Australia, S&P/ASX 200 recorded its best ever start in almost 3 decades as a result of strong commodity prices and promises of easy monetary policy from central banks.02:25 -

On Resignations and Report Cards

Apr 10th, 2019 5m 57s

00:00 - Johor Mentri Besar Datuk Osman Sapian resigned on Monday, after the shortest amount of time ever spent in the post.02:35 - Projek Pantau, a report card put out by the Institute of Democracy and Economic Affairs, estimated that the Paka

Starting with a Blank White Paper

Apr 10th, 2019 10m 15s

The Felda White Paper was tabled in Parliament by the Minister of Economic Affairs Dato’ Sri Azmin Ali yesterday. The White Paper, titled “Towards a Sustainable Felda”, sheds light on Felda’s current financial standing, past acts of malpractice

Libya - an Oil Supply Under Siege

Apr 10th, 2019 6m 14s

Libyan general Khalifa Haftar has attacked the country's capital of Tripoli with his rebel force, the Libyan National Army at his back. As Libya is a major oil producer, we speak to Ole Hansen, Head of Commodity Strategy at Saxo Bank, for how t

Where Can ASEAN’s Worst Performer Go From Here?

Apr 10th, 2019 14m 8s

BFM producer Wong Shou Ning takes a look at why Malaysia has been the worst performing market in the region.The KLCI has declined 3% year to date while other markets like Singapore and Thailand are up 8% and 6% respectively.Shou Ning also get

Lower Global Growth Expected - IMF

Apr 10th, 2019 6m 37s

Vishnu Varathan, Head of Economics and Strategy, Mizuho Bank discusses the Kingt's lowering 2019 global growth forecasts for the second time since January in the context of a fresh trade war between the US and EU brewing.

Ekuinas - Still Scouting for Deals

Apr 10th, 2019 23m 7s

Ekuinas, the government's Private Equity Fund, turns 10. We talk to the CEO, Syed Yasir Arafat, about the performance and its relevance in the age of Super PE funds.

Taxes - Special Volunteer Disclosure Program - Does It Apply To You?

Apr 10th, 2019 19m 40s

What do you need to know about getting audited, keeping documentation and the Special Volunteer Disclosure Program? Thaneermalai helps to clear up these issues.Roshan also speaks to Thaneermalai about Dato Seri Najib Razak’s recent RM1.5 billi

Tenaga Nasional Berhad :- Thought Leadership Interview 03

Apr 10th, 2019 2m 55s

Have you ever wanted to know how much electricity you're consuming on a real time basis?MAEVI Sdn Bhd has a solution for your home which can help you plan your electricity usage and from there, save on your power consumption and the env

Bila Pena Bertemu Kertas

Apr 10th, 2019 35m 39s

Seni penulisan adalah satu seni yang kompleks, yang memerlukan pendekatan yang amat teliti. Bagaimanakah seseorang penulis itu mula membuat coretan apa yang berada di benak fikiran mereka? Dan bagaimanakah pengalaman peribadinya mempengaruhi ha

Petra

Apr 9th, 2019 38m 47s

Founded back in 2015 by three young entrepreneurs, Petra is a ready to wear womenswear company that brings frilled designs and vibrant prints to life, achieving a glam and modern touch on their creations. Co-founder Ammar Hazwan joins us this w

India's Two-Wheeled Electric Revolution

Apr 9th, 2019 32m 19s

In this episode, we start with some news about the government investigating a couple of alleged monopolies in the automotive industry, as well as some insights into the 2019 National Automotive Policy. We also talk at length about India’s two-w

Game of Thrones (Skip Intro #27)

Apr 9th, 2019 11m 18s

Lynn, Bahir and Iain talk about the much-anticipated return of Game of Thrones, by looking at their four favourite episodes.

Crying at the Workplace

Apr 9th, 2019 19m 8s

45% of American workers have cried at work, at least according to a 2018 survey of 1,000 adults. Should crying be accepted and understood at the workplace? We get your thoughts.

Government Won't Ban Unilateral Conversion

Apr 9th, 2019 12m 47s

The government has decided not to reintroduce Clause 88A in the Law Reform (Marriage and Divorce) Act to outlaw unilateral conversions. We speak with Indira Gandhi and Nizam Bashir for their thoughts.

Putrajaya Tables Amendments To NSC Act

Apr 9th, 2019 15m 9s

One of the proposed amendments is to shift the power of declaring security zones from the Prime Minister to the Yang di-Pertuan Agong. But human rights activists are criticising this, saying that Pakatan Harapan should adhere to their election

Parliament Tables FELDA White Paper

Apr 9th, 2019 5m 32s

There's much to digest in the white paper; but the upshot is that the agency will be receiving RM6.23 billion in stage to restructure.

Popek Popek Parlimen: Ahli Parlimen, Bukan Ahli Facebook

Apr 9th, 2019 18m 11s

Lynas demonstrations, highlights of the Felda white paper and a golden opportunity missed for Sabah and Sarawak were some items on the agenda in Dewan Rakyat today.

Stuttering and Fluency Disorders

Apr 9th, 2019 57m 47s

People who stutter are often misunderstood and shunned in our society. Stuttering is actually an undermined communication disorder, and has nothing to do with a person’s intelligence or upbringing. To help us understand more about it is speech-

India Votes

Apr 9th, 2019 43m 21s

India goes to the polls this month in what will be the biggest democratic exercise in history, with 815 million people registered to vote in an election that will be held over a six-week period. We speak with two journalists from India to gain

The Daily Digest: Cruelty as Clickbait?

Apr 9th, 2019 29m 50s

Youtuber parents recently pulled an April Fools’ prank on their 6-year old daughter. But what happens when the business of documenting your domestic antics goes from cute to cruel? We discuss the dangers of family vlogging, to children.

The Daily Digest: Popular Art or Populist Art?

Apr 9th, 2019 28m 32s

Can art be both popular and meaningful? This was one of the big questions being discussed at the Culture Summit that is currently happening in Abu Dhabi.