In today’s Independence Day special episode, we bring you a legend for many of us, the talented Rossa. You've probably heard her from your mother’s go-to jams, your go-to karaoke song, or probably from TikTok videos that people dance along to. Rossa remains to be one of the most popular artists in Indonesia and other countries, she also became one of the best selling Indonesian artists of all time based on her album sales and sold over 10 million copies in the region. But all that success isn't what the world meant to her. Listen to today’s podcast to figure out what she wants to do next. 

Today’s episode is in several parts with a very special experience. So head over to "Spesial 17an Makna Talks & Rossa" playlist on Spotify now!

In today’s Independence Day special episode, we bring you a legend for many of us, the talented Rossa. You've probably heard her from your mother’s go-to jams, your go-to karaoke song, or probably from TikTok videos that people dance along to. Rossa remains to be one of the most popular artists in Indonesia and other countries, she also became one of the best selling Indonesian artists of all time based on her album sales and sold over 10 million copies in the region. But all that success isn't what the world meant to her. Listen to today’s podcast to figure out what she wants to do next. 

Today’s episode is in several parts with a very special experience. So head over to "Spesial 17an Makna Talks & Rossa" playlist on Spotify now!

In today's episode of Makna Talks, Hamish Daud talks about getting hit in the head, growing up chasing barrels with a legend and now, settling down.

Hamish Daud is an architect, actor, presenter, recently a father, and the founder of IOP (Indonesian Ocean Pride). Born in Australia, Hamish have always been beach hopping in many parts of Indonesia from a young boy. In fact, he was whale watching when we were all back at home comfortable in our sofas. In today's episode, you get to hear how all the adventures make him a man today. Only on Makna Talks. 

In today's episode of Makna Talks, Basuki Tjahaja Purnama talks about being locked up, conversations with the Almighty, and starting a band.

Basuki Tjahaja Purnama is an Indonesian businessman, politician, and former governor of Jakarta. But to some, he is a hero. On 27 September 2016, while introducing a government project to citizens of the Thousand Islands, he said some citizens would not vote for him because they were being "threatened and deceived" by those using the verse of a Quran, which leads to Islamist mass protest that took place on 4 November 2016 in Jakarta and led to his imprisonment. Today he is a free man and more than ever, this is the new start of Basuki Tjahaja Purnama.

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In today's episode of Makna Talks, Putri Tanjung talks about not having to impress anyone, defying the odds and living to her own expectations.

Putri Tanjung is the Founder of Creativepreneur and other businesses that she and her partners work on but for the past 6 months, she is known to be one of President Joko Widodo's Presidential Staffs. Many are saying that this wasn't a surprise as she is also the daughter of a successful businessman, Chairul Tanjung. But that's not the case, listen to today's podcast to hear the story from the lady herself and what is it like to be one of the busiest people at the age of 23 years old.

In today’s episode of Makna Talks, Andra Alodita talks about counting steps, listing down happiness, and healing through sweat.

A healthy, well organized and loving mother, we like to think that Andra Alodita has influenced more people than self proclaimed  influencers through her positive posts and neat way of life. However, it never was like that, after figuring it all out in 2020. Check out today’s episode to find out how to stay positive when life gets tough.

In today’s episode of Makna Talks, Vidi Aldiano talks about survival mode, battling for his wants, and self gratitude. 

Oxavia Aldiano or Vidi Aldiano is an Indonesian singer, musician, songwriter, and business owner. You’d probably know him from his hit singles “Status Palsu” or “Nuansa Bening”, taken from the album “Pelangi di Malam Hari“ back in 08’. But today, he’s speaking a bit more than just about teenage love. Vidi released his latest single “Bertahan Melewati Senja” right after he battled with cancer and the voices in his head. Today, Vidi is a much happier man and shared with us what it takes to be in this position today. Head over to Spotify to listen.

In today’s episode of Makna Talks, Nicoline Patricia talks about making choices, proving yourself right and lowering egos.

Nicoline Patricia Malina is probably your favorite fashion photographer, she has shot for numerous magazines and brands all over the world but it hasn't always been that easy, from sending emails to potential clients to talk with random talents on the bus of Amsterdam. But today, after millions of frames taken and numerous of awards and exhibitions, Nicoline is proud to see her students as new photographers in the industry. Listen to all about it on today’s podcast to know what it means to capture moments and how to make peace with yourself in order to be successful.