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In April 2021, a 17-year-old Malaysian student posted a TikTok video expressing her horror over a rape joke made by her teacher. Within a month, everyone knew Ain Husniza’s name, and her subsequent activism in starting the #MakeSchoolASaferPlace social movement. But for her outspoken advocacy, she has been socially ostracised, cyber-bullied, and body-shamed. On this episode of Because Feelings Matter, she opens up about the turbulent experiences since she began her advocacy, and how she manages her vulnerabilities.

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卡达大兴土木为了就是要证明给世界看有能力举办世足赛。但是，在比赛开踢前已爆发不少丑闻，有超过 200 名的印度工作人员，原本准备要进球场工作，但后来却被挡在外头长达六小时。专为球迷建设的「黄金货柜屋」，每晚要价200美元，却连大学宿舍都不如，不仅冷气白天不冷、晚上很吵，床垫还硬到让人宁可睡地上。卡达是否能够成功举办世界杯成为全球焦点。 

 Perak now has a historic unity government, with Pakatan Harapan and Barisan Nasional forming a coalition government. What will this new government look like, what policies will they focus on, for the next five years? We speak to Afi Roshezry, a Political Scientist from Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman, Kampar about the future of Perak's politics.

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There is no explicit provision within the Federal Constitution which addresses the issue of whom the King should appoint as prime minister, should there be a hung Parliament. What convention then governs a hung Parliament situation that Malaysia is currently facing? On a state level, we've seen a unity government being formed in Perak, with Pakatan Harapan and Barisan Nasional coming together to form the new state government. Will we see a unity government at the Federal level, and what role does the Yang di-Pertuan Agong play in determining these sorts of solutions to the many post GE15 political issues? We discuss this and more with Kee Hui Yee, a lawyer with Kanesalingam and Co.

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 Following a high-profile meeting between the top leaders of Pakatan Harapan and Barisan Nasional on the eve of the deadline for coalitions to present their decisions to the Yang Di-Pertuan Agong, we speak to several stakeholders to find out what their party leaders will be presenting to the ruler. Former UMNO Information Chief Shahril Hamdan talks to us about how he sees Barisan Nasional’s role in forming the next government.

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With PAS having the biggest bloc as a singular party right now in Parliament, we catch up with Bachok MP, PAS’s Mohd Syahir Che Sulaiman about how they feel about collaborating with PH who has a massive DAP bloc and conversely why they believe Perikatan Nasional is the most stable government to support. We also ask him how the Perak Exco’s lineup reflects PAS’ chances in government.

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Following a high-profile meeting between the top leaders of Pakatan Harapan and Barisan Nasional on the eve of the deadline for coalitions to present their decisions to the Yang Di-Pertuan Agong, we speak to several stakeholders to find out what their party leaders will be presenting to the ruler. First up, we ask Fahmi Fadzil, Lembah Pantai MP & PKR Information Chief, what numbers Pakatan Harapan has up its sleeve.

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During the polling day last Saturday, many businesses gave discounts and promotions to Malaysians who voted. But were businesses really helping and encouraging people to vote or was this just clever marketing? We speak to Chin Ren Yi, Co-Founder of myBurgerLab to better understand the drivers behind the marketing approach during elections and how effective it is.

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Sustainable, Eco-Friendly, All-Natural. These are some of the claims brands and businesses commonly make about their products, as they jump on the sustainability bandwagon. But are these claims for real, or are they just marketing ploys to frame themselves as ESG conscious? Well according to Isentia, there’s plenty at risk for industries and brands when it comes to Greenwashing. We discuss the repercussions, and if there’s hope for those who’ve incurred the wrath of Malaysian consumers.

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The Autism Cafe Project (ACP) is a labour of love that came about from a father’s concern for his autistic son’s wellbeing and future independence. From the initial plan of providing a space for children with special needs to impart a sense of purpose in their lives, the Autism Cafe Project has evolved into a platform to train autistic youths in the entrepreneurial spirit and help them achieve a sense of independence. Mohd Adli Yahya, founder of the Autism Cafe Project shares his drive and motivation behind the initiative. 

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