Most analysts see chaos in Trump's tariffs and Fed threats. Michael Every sees calculated statecraft, a deliberate strategy to remake both the US economy and the global order. 

MOST Malaysians believe 5.5% EPF returns mean they're building wealth. Victor Liew shows why you're actually losing purchasing power. While official inflation sits at 2-3%, your nasi lemak costs 90% more than a decade ago—that's your real inflation. Add policy drags like SST, subsidy removals, and healthcare premium spikes, and middle-class Malaysians face a 10-15% annual hurdle rate their savings can't clear.

The TLDW:

Link to download the ‘How Many Days Till End of Money’ spreadsheet

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Malaysians trust private insurance to be a safety net until a cancer diagnosis exposes fine print, denied claims, and a broken system. Dato Dr. Ibrahim, oncologist and past president of the Malaysian Oncology Society, reveals how rising premiums, profit motives, and regulatory gray zones have left even the well-insured without care.. and why this crisis burdens both families and the nation.

This conversation explores: 

Link to the Minister of Health’s statement on doctors to adhere to duty of care

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When cancer strikes Malaysian families, they face two crises: medical survival and financial ruin. Jonathan Teoh created Kelsis to solve this; converting home equity into healthcare funding while families keep living in their homes. This is impact investing that makes Malaysia's RM4.2 trillion capital markets work for ordinary people.

This conversation explores:

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Most people drift into midlife following rules that no longer work, but this episode exposes why playing safe with money and career often leaves you stuck.

John Huo of VUCA Insights returns to the show to share his perspective on navigating today's rapidly evolving investment landscape. With markets more dynamic—and demanding—than ever, John emphasizes why it’s critical for individuals to actively explore and diversify their investment opportunities.

In this episode, he breaks down his fund’s strategic approach to adapting in a high-pressure environment and offers practical insights into building long-term financial security. Whether you're just getting started or rethinking your path to retirement, John shares actionable ideas on how to position yourself for a comfortable and confident future — and reveals why he strongly discourages people, especially young adults, from investing in real estate.

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In this week’s episode, we sit down with Wallace Yu and Chris Chia from DARA (Digital Asset Rating Agency) — two experts on a mission to bring structure, transparency, and trust to the wild west of digital assets.

With the digital asset space evolving at breakneck speed (and often without a rulebook), DARA is working to build a much-needed framework to evaluate and rate these assets — giving investors the tools and insights they need to navigate this volatile landscape with confidence.

If you’re curious about the future of crypto, blockchain-based assets, or just want to understand what makes one project more credible than another — this conversation is for you.

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0:00 - The need for a digital asset rating agency

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00:00 - The current AI landscape

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It’s earnings season once again, and with an anticipated interest rate cut from the US Federal Reserve on the horizon, there’s a lot at stake for investors and the broader economy. To help break it all down, we sat down with our good friend and regular contributor Stephanie Leung, CIO at StashAway.

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