Was 9/11 an inside job? Is there a shadow government controlling the world? Are birds real? We speak to Dr Ricky Green from the CONSPIRACY_FX Lab at the University of Kent, on the psychological underpinnings of conspiracies and the consequences of believing them.

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Headlines of bullying cases in schools have been a constant, and the effect does not end when one graduates school, but carries on until one is an adult. So we explore the idea of bullying, both in school and adulthood and why it happens.

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Amidst the ongoing genocide of Palestinians in Gaza by Israeli forces, we sought to understand and reflect on the narratives surrounding this human rights issue. We speak to Sholto Byrnes for his observations on the Middle East, as well as the attitudes of the Global North on the narratives and beliefs that are taking hold in the region, and the complex realities behind the issue.

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Online shopping seems to be all the rage now, what with the deals and promotions people are able to get with them. It's not all sunshine for everyone though, as an article from MalayMail highlighted concerns from Aidilfitri bazaar sellers, who shared stories of plummeting sales as people are finding it easier to buy items online. So we discuss why online shopping is such a popular choice, and why for some, shopping for products is better when you do it in person.

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Our performance in the South East Asian (SEA) Games and Asian Games has been the subject of discussion lately, as Youth and Sports Minister Hannah Yeoh talking about how she's trying to increase accessibility to sports facilities, and that medals are an oversimplification of our sports development. We talk about how we measure our sports development, and how to encourage sports as a culture in Malaysia.

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The end of Ramadhan means it's time for Muslims around the world to celebrate, and an integral part of that celebration involves food. So in Malaysia, we have the classic main dishes: Rendang, ketupat and lemang. And when it comes to desserts, treats like Almond London and semperit come to mind. So we explore the origins and significance of these food, with Nadge Ariffin. Then, we speak to Marina Mustafa about the culture of preparing Raya dishes at home.

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A conglomeration of civil groups and a media outlet have launched the #MZB365 campaign to foster national reconciliation. This is amid recent religious tensions following on the KK Mart controversy. We speak to a rep from the campaign, and later, we discuss the culture of forgiveness, and what it actually means when translated into actionable measures.

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Tonight, we're bringing you a festive Hari Raya show about the nuances and intricacies behind the culture of Baju Melayu. Together with Kerol Izwan, we cover the differences between today’s mass-produced Baju Melayu and its more traditional counterparts, what to lookout for when purchasing a Baju Melayu, as well as the modern expressions of this iconic attire.

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Last month, home minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail shared that he was agreeable to the idea of regulating streaming platforms like Netflix, following a concern from a PAS MP of platforms that broadcasted Islamophobic content, and shows protraying LGBTQ relationships. There's been some pushback from creators and creatives in the industry, so we get into what it would mean for streaming platforms to be regulated, especially in the digital world, and how it would stifle creative expression.

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Bouncing off an article from the Telegraph (but frankly, also the hundreds of other articles that have been written) deeming Gen Z the most selfish generation to work with, we ask listeners what they think about this, and what their experiences have been when it comes to either working with, or being, Gen Z in offices!

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