Trick Lama

In this comeback episode of Trick Lama, we return to host a powerful and candid conversation with Junz Wong. As the Vice President of Parti Warisan and the former Sabah State Minister for Agriculture and Food Industries, Junz Wong offers a unique perspective on the regional and national political landscape.Born in Sabah and educated in Singapore and Australia, Junz Wong shares how his international upbringing highlighted the stark economic disparities between resource rich Sabah and its neighbours. This realisation that Sabahans were living in poor conditions despite vast natural resources became the catalyst for his 17 years journey in politics.Host:Terence Fernandez (Group Editor In-Chief, Big Boom Media)Dato' Zainul Arifin (Group Chief Executive Officer, Big Boom Media)Datuk “Rocky” Ahiruddin Attan (Group Advisor, Big Boom Media)Guest:YB Datuk Wong Hong Jun (Member of Sabah State Legislative Assembly)

In this episode of Trick Lama, former Finance Minister Tengku Zafrul Aziz speaks candidly about his post-ministerial journey, his decision to leave UMNO, and whether PKR represents a viable path forward for a young, ambitious Malay leader in Malaysian politics.

We examine the political significance of his appointments to BAM and MIDA, what it means to move from reporting directly to the Prime Minister to operating within new power structures, and why a ministerial-status role — such as the EPU — never materialised.

The conversation also addresses perceptions of royal proximity, political loyalty versus survival, and whether being seen as a “safe pair of hands” helps or hinders leadership ambition. Finally, Tengku Zafrul weighs in on Malaysia’s trade strategy, US tariffs, and how the country is navigating growing global economic pressures.

An unfiltered discussion on power, positioning, and the long game in Malaysian politics.

Datuk Seri Saifuddin Abdullah tampil di Trick Lama susulan pemecatannya daripada Bersatu, menjelaskan sebab beliau akan merayu keputusan tersebut dan mempertikaikan proses disiplin parti yang didakwanya melanggar prinsip keadilan asasi.

Dalam episod ini, Saifuddin menjawab dakwaan mencemarkan nama parti, mengkritik kepimpinan serta isu seruan agar Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin meletakkan jawatan. Perbincangan turut menyentuh isu konflik kepentingan, disiplin parti, dan kebebasan bersuara dalam politik.

Episod ini mengupas persoalan besar tentang demokrasi dalaman Bersatu dan implikasinya terhadap Perikatan Nasional serta pengundi Malaysia.

Law and Institutional Reforms Deputy Minister M. Kulasegaran joins Trick Lama to discuss Madani law reforms, Cabinet reshuffle politics, and political accountability in Malaysia.

From SOSMA and the abolition of the death penalty to Indian representation, police accountability and DAP’s political future, this episode confronts whether the Unity Government is delivering on reform promises ahead of Malaysia’s next general election.

In an already bureaucratic and heavily regulated media landscape, does Malaysia need another body regulating the press?

On this episode of Trick Lama, hosts Terence Fernandez, Datuk “Rocky” Ahiruddin Attan, and Datuk Zainul Arifin Mohamad Isa, all seasoned newsmen, speak with Premesh Chandran, co-founder of Malaysiakini and Deputy Chairperson of the newly established Malaysian Media Council.

They explore the Council’s role, its purpose in regulating ethical journalism, and how it aims to resolve disputes in Malaysia’s media industry — without adding unnecessary bureaucracy.

Tune in for a frank discussion about media ethics, freedom of the press, self-regulation, and the future of journalism in Malaysia.

Bersatu sedang bergolak. Datuk Wan Saiful Wan Jan dipecat, Wan Ahmad Fayhsal Wan Ahmad Kamal digantung. Adakah ini sekadar tindakan disiplin parti — atau ada tangan luar yang sedang mengatur langkah?

Ketua Penerangan Bersatu, Datuk Tun Faisal Ismail Aziz, berkongsi pandangan dan membongkar kisah sebenar di sebalik kemelut ini — dari perebutan kuasa dalaman hingga kemungkinan pengaruh luar yang cuba menggoyang parti.

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Dua Ahli Parlimen Bersatu yang digantung, Wan Ahmad Fayhsal dan Wan Saiful Wan Jan, akhirnya bersuara dalam episod Trick Lama yang hangat ini — mendedahkan perpecahan dalaman yang menggoncang parti mereka.

Dihoskan oleh Rocky Bru dan Terence Fernandez, mereka menuduh Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin mengamalkan pilih kasih, manipulasi pilihan raya, dan menyingkirkan Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainuddin.

Daripada pilihan raya sayap pemuda yang didakwa ‘dirancang’ hingga permainan kuasa dalam Perikatan Nasional, inilah kisah sebenar tentang kesetiaan, penentangan dan perebutan kuasa.

In this episode of Trick Lama, Scoop’s veteran trio—CEO Datuk Zainul Arifin, Group Executive Director Datuk Ahirudin Attan (Rocky Bru), and Group Editor-in-Chief Terence Fernandez—delve into two hot-button issues gripping Malaysia: the FIFA scandal and the growing concerns over overdevelopment in Bukit Damansara. Rocky Bru makes a passionate call for a Royal Commission of Inquiry (RCI) to address the falsified documents scandal that has tainted Malaysian football, while also urging former health minister Khairy Jamaluddin to turn the recent protest in Damansara into a long-term movement for urban accountability. Zainul and Terence join the conversation, offering insights on the implications for Malaysian society, from sports governance to urban planning. Tune in for an unfiltered discussion on accountability, transparency, and the future of the nation.

From the revitalisation of UMNO’s identity and grassroots engagement, to bold reforms within MARA as a cornerstone for Bumiputera empowerment, Datuk Wira Dr. Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki shares candid insights into the challenges and opportunities ahead. And as a key player in the Unity Government, he also reflects on building trust across the political divide and the importance of national cohesion in an increasingly complex era for Malaysia.

Datuk Seri Mohamed Nazri Abdul Aziz opens up about his time as Malaysia's ambassador to the US, the viral MAGA photo, and how he viewed the event as an opportunity to ignite discussions about Malaysia. He also talks about his loyalty to the office of the President, his unique approach to diplomacy, and his desire to help and support Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim in the lead up to GE16. Hear why Nazri’s comeback might just be the spark Malaysian politics needs.