Evening Edition

ASEAN celebrates its 50th anniversary this year with very few of us understanding the the regional bloc's role. Since its inception back in 1967 when the Bangkok Declaration was signed, and their role over the years, the bloc has achieved some significant milestones that have benefited its member countries. Guest Bunn Nagara helps put ASEAN's role into context for us as the bloc faces some recent; politically from Myanmar and economically, when the TPPA fell through.

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Recently, Malay Mail Online reported that some young voters were considering not voting or spoiling their ballots in the 14th general election due to dissatisfaction over both the ruling Barisan National and opposition Pakatan Harapan. Umapagan Ampikaipakan and Caroline Oh speak with Tharmelinggem Pillai, Director of Undi18, about protest votes and whether they carry any weight in Malaysian politics.

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Over the past few weeks, there have been talks about the inclusion of the inheritance tax in Budget 2018. The Consumers Association of Penang (CAP) has argued in favour of the tax, saying that it could help bridge the gap between the rich and poor. However, Second Finance Minister Datuk Seri Johari Abdul Ghani has dismissed the rumours about the possible reintroduction of the tax. We take a look at the discussions surrounding the inheritance tax, and whether it fits well in Malaysia. Our guest is Dr. Veerinderjeet Singh, Executive Chairman of Axcelasia Inc.

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Craig, Roshan and Shankar join Ross to look back at the weekend's EPL where 10 man Spurs were triumphant at West Ham and Harry Kane was on fire. So was Alvaro Morata, who hit a hattrick for Chelsea at Stoke whilst Crystal Palace still can't buy a win or a goal. Includes Winners and Losers, Arsenal v West Brom and a look at the midweek UCL & UEL.

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Concerns of rampant and unchecked internet addiction amongst the youth in China has seen a surge of internet addiction bootcamps mushrooming in the country. The treatments vary from family based therapy to bootcamp style training to electroshock therapy, and in all instances, these bootcamps are unregulated. Last month, a teenager died 48 hours after being forcefully sent to a bootcamp, sparking outrage and calls for the Chinese government to regulate such centres. We speak to Trent Bax about the whole notion of internet addiction and the effects these harsh practices have had on the kids who are sent against their will.

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The episode where Uma - and special guests Bahir Yeusuff and Iain McNally - wonder just how much is too much for Matthew Vaughn's ridiculous yet immensely enjoyable sequel.

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The National Human Rights Commission (SUHAKAM) has warned of the consequences of not speaking up against those who impose their cultural values upon others. We speak with SUHAKAM Commissioner Jerald Joseph to find out more.

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A couple of days ago, the Federal Territories Ministry announced a surprise decision to ban all roadside food stalls in KL by 2020, citing health issues and traffic congestion as the reasons. This means that all existing roadside hawkers will need to relocate their business or begin operating from food trucks. The decision garnered mixed reactions from the public - some lauded it, while others feared for our food culture. Though, this is a path our northern neighbours have already walked as Bangkok has already imposed this law. So today on Talkback, we’re asking your reactions to this, and whether we should get rid of roadside hawker stalls. Our lines will be open.

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Elephant was laid down in east London's Toerag Studios for just £5,000, on analogue equipment built before 1963. This stripped-back approach to rock'n'roll influenced countless Stripes imitators at the start of the last decade, but nobody matched Jack and Meg when it came to creating a colossal sound out of such basic ingredients. This week, on (Untitled), Ezra and Uma listen to the essential album by the essential rock band of the noughties.

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History in the form that we read in textbooks, looks like a fixed story of a time that’s far removed and a thing of the past. Having frequent conversations about different aspects of a particular time of the past keeps history richer, alive, and more relatable. We speak with two history enthusiasts who are bringing forth some lesser-known stories about our road to independence, in their exhibition titled “Jalan Merdeka: Traversing the routes to Merdeka”. Our guests are Tunku Zain Al-Abidin Tuanku Muhriz, Chairman & Lead Curator of the Asian Heritage Museum, as well as Netusha Naidu, Curator & Co-founder of Imagined Malaysia. The exhibition runs throughout September at Carcosa Seri Negara.

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