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In this episode of Scoop Insight, we are joined by Former Klang MP Charles Santiago and seasoned banker Arif Riza Abdullah. From minimum wage changes to RM1,600 in potential extra disposable income for middle-income earners, we break down what Malaysia’s 2027 Budget means for your wallet.

Watch as our experts analyse the structural flaws, wage growth stagnation, MSME exemptions, and where the government plans to steer the nation's economic future.

Guest:

Charles Anthony Santiago

(Former Klang MP)

Ariff Riza Abdullah

(Seasoned Banker and Advisor)

Host:

A.Azim Idris 

(Editor, Scoop.my)

Is the Online Safety Act enough to protect children - or does real safety depend on all of us?

In this episode of Scoop Insight, Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching explores why online safety must go beyond regulation. 

As risks like cyberbullying, grooming, and harmful content continue to rise, the conversation shifts to shared responsibility - from parents managing digital exposure, to schools strengthening digital literacy, platforms building safer environments, and government driving awareness and coordination.

At its core, this episode asks a critical question: If children are growing up online, who is truly responsible for keeping them safe?

Host: A. Azim Idris

Guest: YB Teo Nie Ching -  Deputy Communications Minister

Kids are going online earlier than ever—but are they actually ready for it?

With Malaysia’s Online Safety Act 2025 (ONSA) now in force, major platforms are being held accountable for harmful content, with stricter protections for minors—including age verification measures for users under 16 and penalties of up to RM10 million for non-compliance.

But this raises a deeper question:

Why 16? Is this just policy—or is there real science behind it?

In this episode of Scoop Insight, we speak to Clinical Psychologist K.C. Chiang, who brings over a decade of experience working with adolescents and families across issues like anxiety, emotional regulation, and behavioural challenges.

Together, we unpack what’s really happening in a developing brain—and what happens when it collides with social media.

Host: Shazmin Shamsuddin

Guest: KC Chiang

Scoop Insight mengundang penganalisis pilihan raya yang juga penulis buku Pilihan Raya Demokrasi Malaysia: Tanding, Pilih, Menang, Tadbir , Dr G Manimaran bagi membincangkan mengenai PRN di Johor dan Singapura.

Beliau turut menyentuh mengenai isu calon, integriti, kelayakan, faktor usia dan bagaimana keputusannya bakal mencorakkan hala tuju negara.

In this episode of Scoop Insight, former Selangor exco member Ronnie Liu discusses the ongoing pig farming dispute in Tanjong Sepat and explains how it could have been resolved using the same negotiation approach that ended Pahang’s Royal Durian orchard conflict.

Liu shares why legal action can open doors for out-of-court settlements, how a win-win solution could benefit farmers, the state, and the public, and the missed opportunities for relocation, compensation, and modernisation. He also reflects on the history of pig farming policies in Selangor and the lessons that can be drawn from the Pahang durian case.

Liu’s criticisms of the state’s handling of the pig farms have earned him a rebuke from Selangor’s palace, highlighting the sensitivities surrounding the issue. This podcast offers a clear perspective on why negotiation matters and what could have been done to avoid escalating the conflict.

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What does it truly take to become one of the best in the world? In this episode of Sport Check, we sit down with Shahmalarani Chandran, Malaysia’s elite karate kumite fighter in the 50kg category. 

With a career spanning over 15 years, Shahmalarani has transitioned from a multi-sport enthusiast to a multiple SEA Games medalist and a historic World Karate Championship silver medalist.

Isu penyelewengan berjumlah RM230 juta melibatkan sumbangan dana yang diberikan kepada pelbagai pihak mencetuskan kemarahan ramai, apatah lagi pihak berkuasa menyatakan sebahagian sumbangan termasuk kutipan yang seharusnya disalurkan kepada badan zakat sebuah negeri.Kebimbangan ramai ialah bagaimana zakat yang sepatutnya disalurkan kepada golongan yang layak, tidak sampai kepada mereka.Presiden Pemerhati Rasuah Malaysia (MCW), Jais Abdul Karim mengulas mengenai isu ini yang disifatkan sebagai satu pengkhianatan kepada institusi agama dalam Podcast Scoop Insight.

Is the Online Safety Act enough to protect children - or does real safety depend on all of us?In this episode of Scoop Insight, Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching explores why online safety must go beyond regulation. As risks like cyberbullying, grooming, and harmful content continue to rise, the conversation shifts to shared responsibility - from parents managing digital exposure, to schools strengthening digital literacy, platforms building safer environments, and government driving awareness and coordination.At its core, this episode asks a critical question: If children are growing up online, who is truly responsible for keeping them safe?Host: A. Azim IdrisGuest: YB Teo Nie Ching - Deputy Communications Minister

The TTDI mud flood is more than a local incident - it’s a warning sign.

Following a retaining wall collapse in Taman Tun Dr Ismail, questions are being raised about slope safety, urban planning, and the growing impact of extreme rainfall.

In this episode of Scoop Insight, we explore the chain of events behind the flood, gaps in enforcement and oversight, the risks of developing near sensitive ecosystems, and what reforms are urgently needed.

With insights from Friends of Bukit Kiara and TTDI residents, we ask: are Malaysian cities prepared for what’s coming next?

Host: Keran Raj

Guests: 

Tan Boon Hua- Vice President of FoBK 

Khairudin Rahim - TTDI Residents Association Spokesperson 

Tensions in West Asia are escalating, and the global economic impact could hit closer to home than many Malaysians realise.

In this episode of Scoop Insight, Ipoh Timur MP Howard Lee Chuan How unpacks why Malaysia may appear stable on the surface, even as deeper economic vulnerabilities quietly build beneath.

As pressure mounts around key global trade routes like the Strait of Hormuz, the risk of rising oil prices, disrupted shipping, and renewed inflation is becoming harder to ignore. These are not distant geopolitical concerns - they carry real consequences for Malaysia’s economy, from the cost of living and fuel prices to the strength of the ringgit, job security, and the resilience of local businesses.

The conversation explores how a prolonged conflict could ripple across Southeast Asia, reshaping supply chains, increasing financial uncertainty, and testing how long governments can continue cushioning the impact through subsidies and policy measures.

More importantly, what does this mean for you? As uncertainty grows, Malaysians may need to rethink how they spend, save, and plan ahead in a more volatile global environment.

Is Malaysia truly prepared for what’s ahead, or are we simply not feeling the impact yet?

Watch this episode for a clear, grounded look at the risks - and how to stay financially resilient in uncertain times.

Host: Azim Idris

Guest: YB Howard Lee