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In this episode, we break down the recent DAP Selangor elections, looking at how the elections are conducted, the power structure in DAP Selangor, and the reasons behind Gobind's loss—comparing it to Tony Pua’s defeat in 2018. We also discuss what’s next for DAP in Selangor. In the second half, we examine the potential impact of a Trump 2.0 presidency on Malaysia, including key takeaways for Malaysian political parties and possible economic implications for Malaysia and the region. Don’t miss these insights!

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00:00 - Highlights

00:15 - Welcome back!

04:05 - The dynamics within DAP Selangor

19:30 - Gobind fails to get re-elected to the Selangor DAP committee

25:18 - What happened to Gobind?

47:05 - Could Bossku become PM again?

58:27 - How does Trump’s win affect the economy in Malaysia and Southeast Asia?

01:16:45 - Ending

In this episode, we cover Najib’s recent apology, the reactions from key political figures, and whether forgiveness is even possible. We also dive into the controversy surrounding PNB and Khazanah's investment into FashionValet, exploring public concerns and MACC's involvement. Lastly, we discuss the recent 2nd 5G network license awarded to UMobile and the potential impact on Malaysia’s telecom industry. Tune in for insights on these major current issues in Malaysia!

In today's episode, we have special guest, Dr. Wong Chin Huat, who's a political scientist discuss Malaysia's journey toward political & institutional reform. We explore the current Madani government’s work on key reforms, such as constitutional amendments, rights for stateless children, and separating the Attorney General’s roles. Dr. Wong also highlights challenges in parliamentary and electoral reform, political financing, and the fair seat distribution in Parliament, offering insight into what’s needed to strengthen Malaysia's democracy. Lastly, we talk about the delimitation exercise and how it affects constituency lines that are drawn by the Electoral Committee and the issues that constituencies face when the EC splits constituencies apart.

In this episode, we dive into the key highlights of Budget 2025, discussing Malaysia’s macroeconomic outlook, progressive policies for the T15, and the impact of newly implemented policies on businesses, both MNCs and SMEs. From tax measures such as the expanded SST coverage, and high-value goods taxes, we discuss whether it was a good decision to not reintroduce GST. We then go into the new green investment initiatives driving sustainability in line with the 12th Malaysia Plan, and more subsidy reforms aimed at reducing costs for the government. In this episode, wee cover what this budget means for the economy, industries, and the people. Tune in for insights, analysis, and our wishlist for the next Budget!

In this episode, we talk about what happened with the JPJ App and MyDigital ID that caused a U-turn in policy. Then we go into the ringgit's recent appreciating performance and its impact on businesses. We also discuss The Edge’s 30th anniversary and updates on the 1MDB scandal. Lastly, we analyze the Mahkota by-elections and the dynamics between UMNO and DAP in the unity government. Don’t miss out on these key updates!

In this episode, Jason Leong discusses the challenges of performing comedy in Malaysia, from political jokes to cancel culture and the shifting boundaries on freedom of speech. He also shares his views on the comedy scene on an international level, the impact of political humor in Malaysia, and his career journey, including future aspirations. Tune in to hear from Jason about insights on handling backlash, sensitive topics, and the evolving landscape of entertainment & live events in Malaysia.

In this episode, we discuss the issue with Teresa Kok and Halal certification, PMX’s trip to Russia and the effects it could have on Malaysian foreign policy. Featuring guest, Suzanne Ling, from PichaEats, we also deep dive into the topic of refugees in Malaysia and explore the general sentiment that locals have towards them. Join us for an engaging discussion on these issues affecting us Malaysians!