The NexGen Show

In Episode 42, we sit down with copywriter Ian Lingarajan to explore his journey from music into advertising, and how storytelling across games and film shapes the way he thinks about ideas today.

In Episode 41, young marketer Ika shares how a role model, a management trainee programme, and learning through failures shaped her decision to pursue a career in marketing.

In our 40th episode, we dive into the art of building relationships. From people management to client-agency dynamics, Nicole Cheah reflects on her first three years in the industry and why empathy leads the way.

In Episode 39, media planner Cindy Khoo reflects on what keeps her motivated in the fast-moving media industry — from late nights and career ambitions, to navigating metrics and team spirit.

Big tech is the future, and Nadhirah is right at the centre of it. In Episode 38, she shares how she translates complex technologies such as AI, VR and robotics into immersive experiences that make innovation tangible and human.

From Croatia to copywriting, Amira shares her unexpected journey from a globally travelled diplomat’s daughter to a rising copywriter in Malaysia’s advertising scene. In Episode 37, she talks about entering the industry with zero guidance and finding her voice as a young creative.

In Episode 36, Chris Chiang traces his career journey from humble beginnings in Brunei to a meteoric rise to senior art director in just eight years.

In Episode 35, final year student Adlyn Daniea shares how her internship transformed her understanding of marketing and PR — in the best way possible.

In Episode 34, we speak to a digital nomad with a unique challenge. Lim Thong Jean shares her journey of bringing OSN, her family’s 20-year-old health brand, into the digital age.

In Episode 33, Anson Goh shares his six-year journey from digital marketing executive to regional performance marketing lead at a global FMCG brand.