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By The Way is a rapid-fire segment that gives you a snapshot of developing stories in the music world. This week, non-profit organization Over The Bridge launched a project titled “Lost Tapes of the 27 Club” that uses AI technology to recreate an album. The Ministry of Communications and Multimedia is in talks for the establishment of National Music Corporation that aims to have more Malaysians to be involved in the country’s music industry. Lastly, media entrepreneur and music manager Scooter Braun sold the entirety of his Ithaca Holdings to South Korea’s HYBE formerly known as Big Hit Entertainment for a whopping $1 billion dollars.

The pandemic has forced musicians to pivot in an effort to upkeep the level of their craft and productivity, resulting in impressive new realms to play together. In light of that, the Goethe-Institut rolled out its Virtual Partner Residencies For Professional Musical Artists program to foster international musical collaborations. One of three Malaysian musicians that obtained the grant is experimental musician Ng Chor Guan, who produced a travel documentary in collaboration with Munich's Paranormal Strings Quartet. Chor Guan and Tan E-Jan recount the memorable experience working on this piece, embracing the future of producing music in isolation.

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4AD is a much respected independent record label that rose to prominence in the 1980s, making a name for themselves within the post-punk, alternative-rock, indie sphere and beyond. To celebrate their 40th anniversary, the label released an 18- track compilation album that features covers from the 4AD catalog. Simon Halliday, managing director of 4AD joins us to reminisce on the label’s accomplishments over the years and shares his perspective on how to remain relevant in the music industry.

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We've all been home a lot more over the pandemic, and that means more meals at home! So to get you cooking a little more (even if you've never done so), our host Jun is dishing up some simple and fun recipes to try. This week, he's making two dishes: mulberry jam, and a simple dessert of mulberries and cream, two things that really bring out the best of mulberries! Join us through this ASMR journey, and let Jun know on Instagram (@jun.and.tonic) if you made it!

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In this week's show, the three of us were caught off guard by the nationwide introduction of Euro 5 diesel, and then mull over the MyKar - a Malaysian-made electric vehicle and technological test-mule. In Part 2, we take a look at Volvo's new 'Recharged' model line, Toyota's revised  sports car - the GR86, and an all-new GMC Hummer EV. 

In our car review, Daniel tells us about how impressed he was with the brand new Hyundai Elantra, and why it represents a new era and approach for the company in Malaysia.

Based on the classic novel of the same name by Aldous Huxley, Brave New World imagines a society in which monogamy, family, money, and history are strictly prohibited in an attempt to maintain peace. What could possibly go wrong? In this episode, we discuss the faithfulness of this adaptation, as well as its not-so-ideal utopia. We also explore other offerings on Astro's International Series On-Demand catalogue.

The Perikatan Nasional government is reviewing Gamuda Berhad's proposal for four of its highways to be acquired by the government. We look at what the repercussions might be if the government decides to proceed.

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It’s World Health Day and WHO’s theme this year is 'Building a fairer, healthier world' - so today, we look at what affects healthcare equity here in Malaysia. We discuss how accessible our healthcare system is, and talk about how it can be improved for people with disabilities. Then, we discuss the impact of geography and the rural-urban divide.

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Pet friendly premises have been serving cups of whipped cream for customers who want to treat their pups. As this gains momentum amongst pet parents online, we look at the potential health misgivings around the marketing of this trend.

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The Putrajaya Corporation has made it compulsory for all farmers and public market traders in Putrajaya to provide a cashless payment facility, in order to renew their business licenses. Will this help pave the way for us to adopt a cashless payments nationwide? Vincent Wong shares his thoughts, and we explore when and how cashless payments work best.

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