Taylor’s University’s Dr Phang Swee King gets real about AI, robotics and drone tech in Malaysian classrooms—are we empowering creators or training future replacements? We tackle future-ready skills, the truth about jobs and automation, fixing Malaysia’s STEM curriculum, diversity in engineering, and the stigma around vocational pathways.

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This episode contains discussions on suicide and suicidal ideation, which may be distressing or triggering for some viewers. If you’re struggling, please reach out to someone you trust or contact a mental health professional. Puan Anita Abu Bakar, Founder of MIASA, opens up about the personal cost of advocacy, the quiet crisis of suicide stigma, and why recovery doesn’t mean being cured.

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Hiredly’s founder, Derek Toh, breaks down the hiring trends shaking up Malaysia’s job market and Gen Z’s gig-economy mindset. He then lays bare the personal failures that forged his resilience and the hard lessons schools never teach about career setbacks.

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Deputy CEO of BBC News, Jonathan Munro reflects on his defining early-career scoops and reveals how BBC Monitoring battles disinformation while rebuilding trust with digital-native audiences. He breaks down the BBC’s playbook for impartial global reporting, local partnerships in press-restricted regions, story-selection instincts, and his top goals for News Global over the next year.

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Puteri Munajjah Az-Zahraa Azhar shares her journey from learning chess at four to becoming Malaysia’s third Woman International Master. She reveals the training and mindset shifts, and discusses challenges from gender bias and cheating scandals to AI’s impact, while outlining her vision for future female players.

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Award-winning filmmaker Amanda Nell Eu opens up about her multicultural roots, her journey from Venice to Cannes, and why female rage, Malaysian myths, and the grotesque are at the heart of her storytelling. In this deeply personal conversation, she reflects on her creative challenges, artistic resilience, and the future of Southeast Asian cinema.

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Fashion designer Alia Bastamam opens up about facing rejection, finding resilience, and redefining what Malaysian luxury means on the global stage. From Crazy Rich Asians to building a brand that empowers women, this is a story of bold vision and quiet power.

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From a garage in Australia to handcrafted masterpieces in Malaysia, Gerry Khouri built a brand where every car is a sculpture of time. In this rare conversation, they reveal the risks, philosophy, and family vision behind one of the world’s most exclusive carmakers.

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Mydin was never just about profit—it was built to serve. Datuk Wira Haji Ameer Ali Mydin opens up about keeping prices low, staying grounded in community, and leading with heart.

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Join legendary fashion designer Dato Sri Bernard Chandran as he reflects on his 30-year journey in fashion. From modernizing traditional Malay attire to challenging societal norms, Bernard shares how he’s shaped the global fashion scene while staying true to his roots. With a career that blends artistry and innovation, Bernard also discusses his aspirations for the future and the impact he hopes to leave on the fashion industry.

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