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In the wake of a tragic school stabbing, the government is backing a proposal to ban smartphones for students under 16. So tonight we ask our listeners: Do you agree to ban kids from using social media? Why and why not?

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Our presenter, Sharaad Kuttan, is back on air after time away recovering from a sports injury. While we’re glad to have him with us again, his experience sparked a broader reflection about the injuries we carry, and the ways we heal. Today, we’re opening up the conversation. What’s the worst injury you’ve faced, and what did recovery look like for you?

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Last Thursday on Talkback, we explored the moment you realised you've gotten older. As the conversation unfolded, one theme kept resurfacing: the power of learning something new to stay connected to the world around you. So we’re asking—when was the last time you learned or did something new?

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Time Out released their list of the 11 coolest neighbourhoods in Asia for 2025, and our very own Mont Kiara made it to #9. That got us thinking, how would you define a cool neighbourhood, and so, what's a cool neighbourhood to you?

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From bifocals and bad knees to paying bills and feeling out of touch with slang, we reflect on the moments that make us feel a little older.

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A recent report featuring Malay-language grammarian Professor Emeritus Datuk Dr Nik Safiah Abdul Karim says slang is a sign that language is alive and well, so we ask you: Do you still use the slang of your youth?

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Hero of the planet Dame Jane Goodall recently passed away, and in the wake of her death, tributes have poured in from around the world. Many have shared how she inspired generations of activists, environmentalists, and young girls who had never seen a woman doing what she did. In honour of the powerful legacy she leaves behind, we ask you: Who has inspired you in your life, and why?

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In a collaborative effort, the Health and Education Ministries have come together to promote healthier eating habits in schools by banning 12 categories of foods and beverages. This includes energy drinks and junk food, but also iconic Malaysian staples like lok cheng. In light of this announcement we ask you: do you agree with this food ban, and were you taught to eat healthily as a child?

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China's internet regulator just introduced a two-month nationwide campaign that will target any and all negativity online in an attempt to curb pessimism. Censorship issues aside, we ask you: Is negativity inherently harmful? Do you think it can be a force for good? Do you see yourself as someone who is glass half-empty or glass half-full

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The term 'male loneliness epidemic' has been floating around for quite some time now. A 2021 survey showed that on average men have 50% fewer closer friendships than women. So we pose the question: Are Men Really Lonelier Than Women?

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