Do More - Take Charge of Your Life

#bitcoin #crypto #investing  What if playing it safe is your biggest risk? In this episode, Ian Reynolds pulls back the curtain on his leap from the safe world of traditional finance into the wild ride that is crypto. We get into why Bitcoin matters way more than most people think. Not just some magic internet money, but a hedge against a shaky global economy. We talk market cycles, why gold still holds its place, and what's coming with tokenized real-world assets. And here's a twist you probably didn't expect: older generations are jumping onto Bitcoin faster than you'd guess. Ian also shares why now is not the time to sit on the sidelines if you care about where your money's headed. This one will challenge what you think you know about money, risk, and the future of investing. Chapters 00:00 - Intro 02:54 - Transition from Traditional Finance to Crypto 05:53 - Understanding Bitcoin's Role in the Financial System 09:08 - Investment Strategies and Market Predictions 12:01 - The Future of Tokenization and Real-World Assets 14:54 - Tokenization of Real Estate: A New Frontier 16:16 - Portfolio Management in Crypto Investments 18:05 - The Rise of Bitcoin Among Older Generations 19:08 - Bitcoin's Future: Predictions and Comparisons 20:51 - Investing Strategies for the Next Decade 22:09 - The Importance of Patience in Investing 23:34 - Impending Economic Changes and Geopolitical Implications 25:57 - The Future of Money and Cryptocurrency Adoption StashAway is a licensed investment platform, offering low-fee wealth management for all investors For more info on Stashaway Simple: https://bit.ly/4kLtBu1 (NB: The rate of 6% p.a. is fixed, valid for 2 months from the date of eligibility. The rate includes the prevailing projected Simple rate, a 0.15% p.a. fee waiver for 6 months from the date of voucher activation and the booster that will be applied to maintain the rate.  The fee waiver and booster will be credited monthly. Projected rate for Simple is 3.6 % p.a. as of 30 June 2024. Amounts outside of the eligible range will still have the fee waiver applied to the prevailing Simple rate.  Offer applies to new clients only and ends 30 June 2025.) Follow Ian Reynolds here:  URL: https://suberia.capital/ian-reynolds  LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-reynolds-fx-cap-mkts-btc

Are we misreading what it means to build something that lasts? In this episode, we sit down with the former founder of Fave & KFit, Chen Chow, who's walked through fire: broke, lost, doubted—but never boring. From hustling with broken English to pitching investors with nothing but brutal honesty, their story punches right through the clichés. We talk about knowing when to fight for your startup and when to bury it with dignity. About staying real when everyone's faking it. About why sometimes, the best kind of help is the one that shows up quietly, without fanfare. You'll hear the unfiltered truth on fundraising, founders burning out, and why Malaysia's startup scene still feels like it's waiting to grow up. We also dive into AI, shifting work culture, and why Gen Z just isn't built for 9-to-5 obedience. Chapters 00:00 - Embracing Strengths and Personal Growth 02:23 - Journey from Humble Beginnings to Advisory Role 05:07 - Overcoming Language Barriers and Building Confidence 07:47 - Navigating the Startup Landscape and Team Dynamics 10:28 - The Importance of Authenticity in Fundraising 12:53 - The Long Haul: Perseverance vs. Life Support 15:31 - Understanding the Signs of Business Viability 21:56 - The Importance of Silent Support 22:53 - Market Dynamics and Company Valuations 24:18 - Learning and Unlearning in Entrepreneurship 26:01 - The Role of Mentorship and Sharing Knowledge 28:07 - Fundamentals of Success and Learning 28:58 - Adapting to AI and Technological Changes 31:01 - Identifying and Solving Problems 32:16 - Challenges in the Malaysian Startup Ecosystem 33:51 - The Ripple Effect of Individual Impact 34:40 - Dreaming Big in Entrepreneurship 35:13 - Choosing Quality Over Quantity in Work 38:15 - The Future of Work and Individual Freedom

We've all heard politicians talk about helping people, but what happens when someone actually means it? Dr. Michael Jeyakumar isn't your typical politician. He's not slick, not hungry for power, and definitely not here to sell you a dream. In fact, he stepped away from the noise because he couldn't stand how broken the system is.. and how comfortable we've all become living in it. In this episode, we talk about the messiness of politics in Malaysia. The lies we tell ourselves about progress. The strange obsession our leaders have with looking rich while the country crumbles quietly in the background. But it's not all doom. We also talk about hope; real, gritty, imperfect hope. The kind that lives in ordinary people doing quiet things. This one's not for people who love the status quo. It's for the ones who know something's off, and are ready to think about what comes next.   Chapters 00:00 - Intro 02:50 - Understanding Socialism in Malaysia 05:58 - The Evolution of Socialist Ideals 09:03 - Cuba and Venezuela: Case Studies in Socialism 12:12 - China's Unique Model of Socialism 14:54 - Vietnam's Approach to Economic Development 18:00 - The Threat of Socialism to Capitalism 21:00 - Corruption and the Human Condition in Politics 25:33 - Corruption and Wealth in Politics 28:39 - The Duality of Politicians 30:07 - Public Sentiment and Political Shifts 35:35 - Polarization and Voting Trends 40:49 - Principles of Life and Society 45:11 - Hope for the Future   --- Dr. Michael Jeyakumar URL: https://partisosialis.org/member/dr-michael-jeyakumar-devaraj/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/partisosialis/ --- Follow Chuang here:  URL: http://www.domore.my/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsu-chuang-khoo-ab199343/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/khoo.chuang/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/khoohsuchuang/ --- Follow DoMore here:  WEBSITE: https://www.domore.my/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DoMoreTakeChargeofYourLife ITUNES: https://apple.co/2lQ47mS GOOGLE PLAY: https://bit.ly/3b1l8iO SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/y6zufvcp PODBEAN: https://domoreasia.podbean.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/domore.asia/

We dive into the wild, unpredictable jungle that is Malaysian politics, where East Malaysia (yep, Sabah and Sarawak) holds way more weight than most people realize. It's not just about policies anymore — it's a chaotic mix of big egos, big money, and fragmented voices pulling in every direction. From the sway of the Malay vote to the structural mess nobody wants to fix, we unpack why political "stability" feels more like a myth.  Spoiler: real change might just come from the youth finally getting tired of the same old political drama.   Chapters 00:00 - The Political Landscape of East Malaysia 02:52 - The Fragmentation of Political Voices 06:06 - The Role of Personalities and Money in Sabah Politics 08:50 - The Future of Sabah Elections 12:04 - The Importance of the Malay Vote 14:56 - The Challenges of Political Stability 18:08 - The Structure of Malaysian Politics 20:52 - The Influence of East Malaysia on National Politics 24:05 - The Role of Young People in Politics 27:01 - The Future of Malaysia's Political Landscape   --- FOLLOW PROFESSOR JAMES CHIN HERE:  Sunway Uni: https://sunwayuniversity.edu.my/jci/staff-profiles/professor-james-chin  Tasmania Uni: https://discover.utas.edu.au/James.Chin   X; https://twitter.com/jameschin110  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jameschin2641  --- Follow Chuang here:  URL: http://www.domore.my/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsu-chuang-khoo-ab199343/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/khoo.chuang/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/khoohsuchuang/ --- Follow DoMore here:  WEBSITE: https://www.domore.my/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DoMoreTakeChargeofYourLife ITUNES: https://apple.co/2lQ47mS GOOGLE PLAY: https://bit.ly/3b1l8iO SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/y6zufvcp PODBEAN: https://domoreasia.podbean.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/domore.asia/

Chandran Nair unpacks how global power shifts are reshaping trade, with China and the US at the center of it all. He shares why ASEAN can't afford to play small anymore and how countries need to rethink prosperity in today's unpredictable world. This episode explores how economic models are evolving, the challenges within China's governance, and why being adaptable matters more than ever. For anyone curious about what the future of global leadership might look like, this one's worth tuning in to.   Chapters 00:00 The Impact of US Tariffs on Global Trade 05:17 China's Preparedness and Response to US Policies 10:20 Shifting Economic Models and Global Manufacturing 15:29 ASEAN's Position in a Multipolar World 20:55 Understanding China's Role in the Global Order   --- Follow Chandran here: URL: https://global-inst.com/our-team/ X: @Cnomics LinkedIn: https://hk.linkedin.com/in/chandran-nair-57184418a Columns:  South China Morning Post: https://www.scmp.com/author/chandran-nair MalaysiaKini: https://www.malaysiakini.com/en/tag/chandran%20nair Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chandran_Nair_(businessman) London Speaker Bureau: https://londonspeakerbureau.com/speaker-profile/chandran-nair/ --- Follow Chuang here:  URL: http://www.domore.my/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsu-chuang-khoo-ab199343/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/khoo.chuang/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/khoohsuchuang/ --- Follow DoMore here:  WEBSITE: https://www.domore.my/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DoMoreTakeChargeofYourLife ITUNES: https://apple.co/2lQ47mS GOOGLE PLAY: https://bit.ly/3b1l8iO SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/y6zufvcp PODBEAN: https://domoreasia.podbean.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/domore.asia/  

Here's a thought. What if playing it safe is the most dangerous thing you could be doing right now? Kelvin Goh doesn't pull any punches in this episode. He dives into why the typical fear-based investment strategies are falling flat, how to spot real resilience in a sea of uncertainty, and why blindly trusting AI or hoping for a China recovery might be wishful thinking at best. He also talks about what his clients are actually worried about behind closed doors, and it's not just market crashes. It's the fear of missing the next wave while staying too “safe.”    Chapters 00:00 - Intro 01:03 - Kelvin's Background & Market Shifts 01:36 - Reading Market Sentiment Today 01:28 - Trump, Trade Wars & Market Impact 02:56 - Global Reactions: China, ASEAN & Europe 03:50 - Cash, Strategy & Sector Rotation 03:30 - Safe Bets: Costco & MercadoLibre 04:23 - From Big Tech to Safer Plays 05:12 - Tesla's Fall: Fear or Fundamentals? 07:47 - What Clients Are Asking 08:42 - Playing It Safe: Capital Preservation First 09:01 - Tech Watchlist for When Clarity Returns 09:21 - ASEAN Markets & The Gold Move 10:52 - Crypto & Bitcoin Reserves? Not So Fast 12:00 - Waiting for Value to Re-emerge 12:58 - AI's Role in Investing: Helpful, Not Replacing 13:31 - Are We Near the Bottom? --- Follow Kevin here: LinkedIn: https://my.linkedin.com/in/kelvin-goh-95b440213 --- Follow Chuang here:  URL: http://www.domore.my/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsu-chuang-khoo-ab199343/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/khoo.chuang/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/khoohsuchuang/ --- Follow DoMore here:  WEBSITE: https://www.domore.my/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DoMoreTakeChargeofYourLife ITUNES: https://apple.co/2lQ47mS GOOGLE PLAY: https://bit.ly/3b1l8iO SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/y6zufvcp PODBEAN: https://domoreasia.podbean.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/domore.asia/

Degrees don't guarantee jobs anymore. So why are we still stuck with the same old education system? This episode takes a hard look at how universities are falling behind, why graduates are underpaid and underused, and what needs to change to fix it. It's not just about employability, it's about whether our education system is preparing anyone for the world we're actually living in. --- Follow Prof Geoffrey Williams here: LinkedIn: https://my.linkedin.com/in/professor-geoffrey-williams-66a39314/ms FreeMalaysiaToday: https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/author/geoffrey-williams/ --- Follow Chuang here:  URL: http://www.domore.my/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsu-chuang-khoo-ab199343/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/khoo.chuang/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/khoohsuchuang/ --- Follow DoMore here:  WEBSITE: https://www.domore.my/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DoMoreTakeChargeofYourLife ITUNES: https://apple.co/2lQ47mS GOOGLE PLAY: https://bit.ly/3b1l8iO SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/y6zufvcp PODBEAN: https://domoreasia.podbean.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/domore.asia/

What if we just gave people money, no strings attached? This episode dives deep into Universal Basic Income as more than just a wild idea. With wage gaps growing and the rich getting richer, could UBI be the reset button Malaysia needs? The panel doesn't shy away from tough questions like "Who's gonna pay for this?" and "Will it actually work?" but they also throw out some bold answers that might just surprise you. --- Follow Prof Geoffrey Williams here: LinkedIn: https://my.linkedin.com/in/professor-geoffrey-williams-66a39314/ms FreeMalaysiaToday: https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/author/geoffrey-williams/ --- Follow Chuang here:  URL: http://www.domore.my/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsu-chuang-khoo-ab199343/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/khoo.chuang/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/khoohsuchuang/ --- Follow DoMore here:  WEBSITE: https://www.domore.my/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DoMoreTakeChargeofYourLife ITUNES: https://apple.co/2lQ47mS GOOGLE PLAY: https://bit.ly/3b1l8iO SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/y6zufvcp PODBEAN: https://domoreasia.podbean.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/domore.asia/

Tariffs might seem like dry economic policy, but there's a bigger story behind them. In this episode, Professor Geoffrey Williams unpacks how the US used tariffs as a strategic tool to address deeper issues in global trade. From trade imbalances to behind-the-scenes negotiations with Europe and ASEAN, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on how economic pressure shapes international relationships and future deals. --- Follow Prof Geoffrey Williams here: LinkedIn: https://my.linkedin.com/in/professor-geoffrey-williams-66a39314/ms FreeMalaysiaToday: https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/author/geoffrey-williams/ --- Follow Chuang here:  URL: http://www.domore.my/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsu-chuang-khoo-ab199343/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/khoo.chuang/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/khoohsuchuang/ --- Follow DoMore here:  WEBSITE: https://www.domore.my/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DoMoreTakeChargeofYourLife ITUNES: https://apple.co/2lQ47mS GOOGLE PLAY: https://bit.ly/3b1l8iO SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/y6zufvcp PODBEAN: https://domoreasia.podbean.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/domore.asia/

What if money wasn't something you had to fight for just to survive? In this episode, we chat with Sarath Davala, a global advocate for Universal Basic Income, or UBI. He shares how he got into this movement and why UBI isn't just another welfare idea. It's about giving people a real shot at freedom, stability, and the space to live with dignity. We talk about what UBI could mean for countries like India and Malaysia, how it challenges the old-school way of thinking about social support, and why treating income as a right might just be the mindset shift the world needs right now. CHAPTERS 00:00 - Introduction to Basic Income Advocacy 00:27 - Understanding Basic Income Characteristics 02:55 - The Case for Universal Basic Income 05:48 - Challenges in Implementing Basic Income 11:39 - Mindset and Attitudes Towards Basic Income 15:08 - Debunking Myths About Basic Income 17:17 - Political Landscape and Basic Income 20:45 - Basic Income in Malaysia: Opportunities and Challenges 24:25 - The Role of Government in Basic Income Implementation 27:23 - Closing Thoughts on Basic Income   --- Follow Sarath Davala here: LinkedIn: https://in.linkedin.com/in/sarath-davala-a78497a UNESCO: https://en.unesco.org/inclusivepolicylab/users/sarath-davala Basic Income Earth Network: https://basicincome.org/ --- Follow Chuang here:  URL: http://www.domore.my/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsu-chuang-khoo-ab199343/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/khoo.chuang/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/khoohsuchuang/ --- Follow DoMore here:  WEBSITE: https://www.domore.my/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DoMoreTakeChargeofYourLife ITUNES: https://apple.co/2lQ47mS GOOGLE PLAY: https://bit.ly/3b1l8iO SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/y6zufvcp PODBEAN: https://domoreasia.podbean.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/domore.asia/

In this conversation, Professor Terence Gomez discusses his book 'Misgovernance, Grand Corruption in Malaysia', focusing on the endemic corruption in Malaysia, particularly through government-linked companies (GLCs). He explores the political dynamics surrounding GLCs, the challenges of reforming corruption, and the implications for both foreign and domestic investment. The discussion emphasizes the need for political will and civil society pressure to drive meaningful change in governance and economic development. CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction to Corruption in Malaysia 02:03 Understanding the GLC Ecosystem 06:24 The Role of GLCs in Wealth Distribution 10:27 Political Will and Corruption Reform 15:11 The Dilemma of Selective Prosecution 18:21 Foreign Direct Investment vs. Domestic Investment 22:58 The Future of State-Owned Enterprises 26:56 Public Sentiment and the Call for Change   --- Follow Professor Gomez here: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edmund-terence-gomez-a3a70128/ Wikipedia: https://ms.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edmund_Terence_Gomez --- Follow Chuang here:  URL: http://www.domore.my/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsu-chuang-khoo-ab199343/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/khoo.chuang/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/khoohsuchuang/ --- Follow DoMore here:  WEBSITE: https://www.domore.my/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DoMoreTakeChargeofYourLife ITUNES: https://apple.co/2lQ47mS GOOGLE PLAY: https://bit.ly/3b1l8iO SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/y6zufvcp PODBEAN: https://domoreasia.podbean.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/domore.asia/

(Apologies for the audio quality in this episode - technical issues got in the way, but we couldn't let this conversation go unheard. Thanks for sticking with DoMore!) Anwar Ibrahim is in power, but does he really have the people's support? Malaysia's political landscape is shifting, and the Malay community's stance on Anwar, the rise of PAS, and the power of Sabah and Sarawak are shaping what happens next. In this episode, we break down why the Malays haven't rallied behind Anwar, how economic struggles fuel political discontent, and why social media is rewriting the rules of the game. But here's the real question: Can Anwar deliver? With UMNO losing ground, Sabah and Sarawak demanding more control, and economic recovery tied to political survival, his leadership is on the clock. Will reforms and stability win him long-term support, or is Malaysia heading toward another political shake-up? Tune in to get the full picture. Chapters 00:00 - Navigating the Malay Community's Political Landscape 03:08 - Anwar Ibrahim's Challenges and Strategies 05:53 - The Role of Sabah and Sarawak in Malaysian Politics 08:52 - Key Demands from Sabah and Sarawak 11:59 - Economic Recovery and Political Reform 15:11 - The Future of Anwar Ibrahim's Leadership 18:13 - Concluding Thoughts on Malaysia's Political Future   --- FOLLOW PROFESSOR JAMES CHIN HERE:  Sunway Uni: https://sunwayuniversity.edu.my/jci/staff-profiles/professor-james-chin  Tasmania Uni: https://discover.utas.edu.au/James.Chin   X; https://twitter.com/jameschin110  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jameschin2641  --- Follow Chuang here:  URL: http://www.domore.my/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsu-chuang-khoo-ab199343/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/khoo.chuang/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/khoohsuchuang/ --- Follow DoMore here:  WEBSITE: https://www.domore.my/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DoMoreTakeChargeofYourLife ITUNES: https://apple.co/2lQ47mS GOOGLE PLAY: https://bit.ly/3b1l8iO SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/y6zufvcp PODBEAN: https://domoreasia.podbean.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/domore.asia/ ---

This conversation delves into the evolution of the Democratic Action Party (DAP) in Malaysia, exploring its historical context, leadership dynamics, and future strategies. The discussion highlights the significance of the recent DAP party elections, the challenges faced by the Lim political dynasty, and the emerging leadership of Anthony Lok. It also addresses the role of female leaders within the party and the importance of inclusivity and representation in Malaysian politics.   Chapters 00:00 - The Evolution of DAP: A Historical Overview 02:47 - The Lim Political Dynasty: Challenges and Changes 05:49 - Navigating Leadership: Anthony Lok's Role in DAP 08:53 - Lessons from the Past: DAP's Strategy Moving Forward 11:57 - The Rise of Female Leadership in DAP 15:00 - Future Directions: DAP's Vision for Malaysia 18:10 - Inclusivity and Representation: DAP's Challenges Ahead   --- FOLLOW PROFESSOR JAMES CHIN HERE:  Sunway Uni: https://sunwayuniversity.edu.my/jci/staff-profiles/professor-james-chin  Tasmania Uni: https://discover.utas.edu.au/James.Chin   X; https://twitter.com/jameschin110  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jameschin2641  --- Follow Chuang here:  URL: http://www.domore.my/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsu-chuang-khoo-ab199343/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/khoo.chuang/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/khoohsuchuang/ --- Follow DoMore here:  WEBSITE: https://www.domore.my/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DoMoreTakeChargeofYourLife ITUNES: https://apple.co/2lQ47mS GOOGLE PLAY: https://bit.ly/3b1l8iO SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/y6zufvcp PODBEAN: https://domoreasia.podbean.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/domore.asia/ ---

Addiction in Malaysia, what's really going on? From substance abuse to social media addiction, the struggle is more complex than most people realize. In this episode, Dr. Prem Kumar unpacks the hidden layers of addiction, from its deep ties to mental health and ADHD to the way technology is shaping new forms of dependency. It's not just about bad choices - socioeconomic struggles, brain chemistry, and even modern lifestyles play a role. But where do we go from here? Dr. Prem breaks down harm reduction strategies, early intervention, and the urgent need for better awareness in families. He also shares why mental health professionals themselves need support, plus what Malaysia can learn from global trends in addiction treatment. Whether you're directly affected or just curious, this conversation shines a light on the realities most people don't talk about. Chapters: 00:00 - Understanding Addiction in Malaysia 02:46 - Drivers of Addiction Trends 05:15 - Socioeconomic Factors and Addiction 08:17 - The Spectrum of Addiction 10:39 - Civil Servants and Addiction 13:26 - The Impact of New Substances 16:22 - Behavioral Addictions and Technology 18:54 - Digital Dualism and Mental Health 21:40 - Treatment Approaches for Addiction 24:04 - Creating Awareness and Early Intervention 25:53 - Understanding Addiction as a Disease 27:39  - ADHD and Its Connection to Addiction 31:05  - Preventing Addiction: Key Takeaways 32:28  - Global Trends in Addiction 33:22  - The Hidden Nature of Behavioral Addictions 35:21  - Coping with the Weight of Others' Distress ---  Follow Dr Prem Kumar: LinkedIn: https://my.linkedin.com/in/drpremkumarshanmugam --- Follow Chuang here:  URL: http://www.domore.my/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsu-chuang-khoo-ab199343/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/khoo.chuang/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/khoohsuchuang/ --- Follow DoMore here:  WEBSITE: https://www.domore.my/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DoMoreTakeChargeofYourLife ITUNES: https://apple.co/2lQ47mS GOOGLE PLAY: https://bit.ly/3b1l8iO SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/y6zufvcp PODBEAN: https://domoreasia.podbean.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/domore.asia/

Retirement isn't what it used to be, so how do you actually prepare for it? In this episode, Robin Lee breaks down the reality of life after work - the money, the mindset, and everything in between. It's not just about stacking cash; it's about staying active, finding purpose, and making sure your golden years aren't just… boring.  Robin shares what he's learned from his own journey, from financial planning wins (and mistakes) to the emotional side of leaving the 9-to-5 grind. They also get into smart investing, startup culture, and why financial freedom isn't just about having a fat bank account.  Chapters: 00:00 - Revisiting Retirement: A Personal Journey 03:05 - Understanding Retirement: Financial and Emotional Aspects 05:53 - The Reality of Financial Preparedness for Retirement 09:00 - Work-Life Balance: Finding Happiness in Retirement 11:55 - Practical Advice for Future Retirees 14:57 - Investing Strategies: Risk and Opportunity 17:59 - Navigating the Investment Landscape 20:59 - The Future of Startups: Lessons Learned 24:01 - Final Thoughts on Retirement and Life Balance -- Follow Robin here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rcflee81262311/ -- Follow Chuang here:  URL: http://www.domore.my/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsu-chuang-khoo-ab199343/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/khoo.chuang/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/khoohsuchuang/ -- Follow DoMore here:  WEBSITE: https://www.domore.my/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DoMoreTakeChargeofYourLife ITUNES: https://apple.co/2lQ47mS GOOGLE PLAY: https://bit.ly/3b1l8iO SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/y6zufvcp PODBEAN: https://domoreasia.podbean.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/domore.asia/  

Malaysia has so much potential - but what's holding it back? Ex-Perdana Petroleum MD Shamsul Saad and Khoo Hsu Chuang get real about the Malay mindset, education, and the bigger forces shaping the country's future. They talk about how culture and government policies play a role in success (or lack of it) and why critical thinking is a game-changer in today's digital world. But it isn't just about education. They get into leadership, economic growth, and why shaking things up is long overdue. Automation is changing jobs, governance feels stuck in mediocrity, and bold leadership is needed to push Malaysia forward. They even compare Malaysia's struggles with the U.S., showing how deeply rooted interests can hold progress back. Looking back at Malaysia's golden era in the 70s, they discuss how colonial history shaped the way people think and why the country needs a stronger sense of purpose. Inequality, talent, creativity—these things matter, and real change won't happen without the right leadership. At the end of the day, it's about breaking free from old mindsets and surrounding yourself with the right people to make real progress. (Many thanks to CITYPlus for their collaboration with The Do More Podcast, in whose studio this conversation was recorded. CITYPlus is Malaysia's first Chinese business radio station, dedicated to delivering in-depth analysis on local and international current affairs, markets, and businesses.) CONTENTS  00:00 Introduction and Background 06:01 Education and Personal Growth 11:56 The Role of Government and Political Will 18:03 The Importance of Critical Thinking 23:52 Converging Interests in Society 30:06 Restructuring Malaysia's Education and Economy 35:54 The Need for Change in Mindset 47:05 The Journey of Professional Growth 51:05 The Pain of Improvement 56:15 Corporate Power Dynamics 01:01:51 Leadership and Empowerment 01:06:18 The Future of Work and Automation 01:10:25 Lessons from America 01:15:50 The Malaysian Dream and Economic Challenges 01:17:20 The Need for Bold Leadership 01:19:42 Restructuring for a Sustainable Future 01:22:12 Rethinking Education in Malaysia 01:24:52 The Shift Towards Conservatism 01:26:35 The Role of Political Leadership 01:28:08 Reflections on Malaysia's Golden Era 01:29:39 Colonialism's Impact on Mindset 01:31:57 Inequality and Upward Mobility 01:33:22 The American Dream and Opportunity 01:35:25 Creating a Fair System 01:37:50 The Power of Creativity in Malaysia 01:39:43 Comparing Talent: Malaysia vs. Singapore 01:41:41 Common Purpose and National Identity 01:43:31 Leadership and Excellence 01:45:45 The Culture of Mediocrity 01:49:07 Surrounding Yourself with Talent 01:52:51 Lessons from Global Leaders 01:54:33 Final Words of Wisdom ---  Follow Shamsul here:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/shamsul-saad-24108816a/ ..  FOLLOW CITYPLUS HERE:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cityplusmy  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CITYPlusFM Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityplus_my .. Follow Chuang here:  URL: http://www.domore.my/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsu-chuang-khoo-ab199343/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/khoo.chuang/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/khoohsuchuang/ .. Follow DoMore here:  WEBSITE: https://www.domore.my/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DoMoreTakeChargeofYourLife ITUNES: https://apple.co/2lQ47mS GOOGLE PLAY: https://bit.ly/3b1l8iO SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/y6zufvcp PODBEAN: https://domoreasia.podbean.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/domore.asia/

#epf #cpf #retirement #fire #property #realestate #entrepreneur #stocks #etf   Personal Finance YouTuber '1M65' Mr. Loo - Singaporeans Drool Over Malaysia's 'Insane' EPF Returns In this conversation, Mr. Loo, a former corporate guy and now financial educator and entrepreneur from Singapore, shares his insights on retirement planning, comparing the CPF and EPF systems, and the importance of financial literacy.  He discusses the challenges faced by Malaysians regarding retirement savings and emphasizes the power of compounding in wealth building. The conversation also touches on cultural attitudes towards wealth, investment strategies, and the opportunities in the Johor property market. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction to Mr. Lu and His Journey 02:50 - Retirement Landscape in Singapore vs. Malaysia 06:02 - Understanding CPF and EPF: Liquidity and Accessibility 09:04 - The Power of Compounding in Retirement Savings 11:59 - Cultural Perspectives on Wealth and Spending 14:57 - Investment Strategies for Retirement 18:02 - Opportunities in the Johor Property Market 21:00 - Comparing CPF and EPF: Stability vs. Returns 23:58 - Diversity in Investment Strategies 29:58 - Conclusion and Future Insights --- Follow Mr Loo here:  IG: https://www.instagram.com/loochengchuan URL: https://loo.guru/ and https://loo.money/  YT: https://www.youtube.com/@UCd273tHeZ_v8miEED5MZasQ FB: https://www.facebook.com/MrLooChengChuan/ Telegram: https://t.me/Loo1M65 ---  Follow Chuang here:  URL: http://www.domore.my/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsu-chuang-khoo-ab199343/  FB: https://www.facebook.com/khoo.chuang/  IG: https://www.instagram.com/khoohsuchuang/  --- Follow DoMore here:   WEBSITE: https://www.domore.my/  YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DoMoreTakeChargeofYourLife   ITUNES: https://apple.co/2lQ47mS  SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/y6zufvcp  PODBEAN: https://domoreasia.podbean.com/  INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/domore.asia/ 

Bitcoin, taxes, and market chaos - welcome to the wild world of crypto! In this episode, Hann Liew (Founder & CEO of Halogen Capital ) sharse his thoughts on Malaysia's place in the crypto world, the impact of regulations and taxes, and why big institutions are starting to take Bitcoin seriously. With governments tightening the rules, what does this mean for everyday investors? But it's not all smooth sailing. Market manipulation, fragmented platforms, and extreme volatility make crypto a tough space to navigate. Still, some see Bitcoin as a long-term strategic asset, while others remain skeptical. So, is it a smart investment or just another risky bet? 00:00 - The Rise of Crypto Custody and ETFs 02:32 - Malaysia's Hidden Crypto Market 05:38 - Taxation and Regulation in Malaysia 08:15 - Institutional Adoption and Market Dynamics 10:55 - The Future of Tokenization in Malaysia 13:44 - Bitcoin's Resilience and Market Manipulation 16:26 - Supply Crunch and Demand Dynamics 19:18 - The Divergence of Retail and Institutional Sentiment 22:01 - The Role of Bitcoin in Strategic Reserves 24:44 - Long-term Outlook for Bitcoin ---  Follow Hann here: X: https://x.com/ooihann Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hann-liew --- Follow Chuang here:  URL: http://www.domore.my/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsu-chuang-khoo-ab199343/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/khoo.chuang/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/khoohsuchuang/

EVs are the future… or are they? In this episode, Yamin Vong breaks down the reality of electric vehicles in Malaysia, the roadblocks to adoption, and whether we're really ready for a fully electric future - what's hype, what's practical, and what still needs work. But it's not just about swapping engines. We're talking efficiency, safety, and the environmental impact of EVs, because while they seem like the greener choice, there's more to the story. The tech is evolving fast, but so are the challenges. At the end of the day, the big question is trust. Will consumers embrace EVs, or are we still in the trial-and-error phase? It's a conversation about the realities of electric mobility, the trade-offs we don't always hear about, and what it'll take for Malaysia to truly go electric.   00:00 - The Rise of Electric Vehicles (EVs) 14:14 - Autonomous Driving and the Future of Mobility 32:52 - Safety Concerns and the EV Experiment --- Yamin Vong is a veteran automotive journalist who started his career in 1980 and who's now transitioned to digital platforms including a column in the www.freemalaysiatoday.com and his Facebook page as yamin.com.my and www.malaysiacaroftheyear.my He's a 4x4 enthusiast and his current mission is to promote to Peninsular Malaysians the great outdoors of Borneo Sarawak and Sabah. FOLLOW YAMIN HERE:  FMT Column: https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/author/yaminvong/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/yaminvong  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yamin-vong-02b1469/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/yamin.vong/ ---  Follow Chuang here:  URL: http://www.domore.my/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsu-chuang-khoo-ab199343/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/khoo.chuang/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/khoohsuchuang/

What does it mean to truly belong? In this episode, Dina Zaman shares her journey from corporate life to becoming a bold voice in Malaysian media. She reflects on what it means to be Malay and Muslim, the struggles of third culture kids, and how education and tribalism influence identity. Dina also talks about economic disparities and why unity in diversity is easier said than done. The conversation touches on the evolving Malay psyche, looking at class, religion, and philosophy in shaping national identity. Dina questions whether the education system truly prepares young Malaysians for a changing world. More than that, she challenges the idea that success equals happiness, emphasizing the need for cultural awareness and personal growth. So how do we reclaim our identity in a world full of expectations? This episode highlights the power of self-expression, the role of journalism, and why young Malaysians must lead the way. If you've ever felt caught between tradition and change, this one's for you.   00:00 - Dina Zaman's Journey 03:00 - Identity & Cultural Experiences 06:00 - Malay Muslim Identity 08:58 - Education & Multiculturalism 11:54 - Third Culture Kids 14:51 - Tribalism in Malaysia 17:55 - Economic & Social Issues 21:01 - Malay Youth & Activism 24:10 - National Identity & Belonging 27:01 - Vernacular Education Challenges 30:03 - Unity in Diversity 33:10 - Young Malaysians & the Future 41:27 - Malaysia's History 43:04 - The Malay Psyche 46:19 - Education & Identity 48:05 - Philosophy in Education 50:29 - Class & Religion 54:34 - National Identity & Economy 56:07 - Imagination & Life 01:01:40 - Life & Happiness 01:04:52 - Cultural Exposure & Growth 01:16:49 - Breaking Free 01:19:06 - Human Nature 01:20:58 - Cultural Identity 01:22:35 - Power of Expression 01:24:46 - Journalism's Golden Age 01:30:44 Identity in a Changing World 01:34:00 Life Beyond Materialism ---  Follow Dina here: LinkedIn: https://my.linkedin.com/in/dinazaman1 IMAN Research: https://www.imanresearch.com/

In this conversation, Dr. Bridget Welsh discusses the complexities of Anwar Ibrahim's role as ASEAN Chair, highlighting the challenges he faces both domestically and regionally.  The conversation delves into key issues such as the Myanmar crisis, economic challenges, and the importance of clear priorities for ASEAN's success. Dr. Welsh emphasizes the need for a collaborative approach among ASEAN members and the significance of aligning domestic interests with regional goals. The discussion also touches on the potential inclusion of Timor-Leste in ASEAN and the impact of economic coercion on the region.   Chapters 00:00 - ASEAN Chairmanship and Anwar Ibrahim's Role 03:48 - Key Challenges Facing ASEAN 08:11 - Domestic Issues and Regional Leadership 11:31 - Advisory Council and Regional Dynamics 14:57 - Aligning Domestic and Regional Interests 17:16 - Future Prospects for ASEAN 19:29 - Economic Coercion and ASEAN's Response   Key Takeaways ASEAN's chairmanship is a shared responsibility. Anwar Ibrahim's leadership is under close scrutiny. Clear priorities are essential for effective governance. The Myanmar crisis demands a structured response. Transnational crime is a growing concern. Economic struggles are intensified by global tensions. Domestic legitimacy influences regional leadership. Advisory councils can complicate diplomacy. ASEAN may expand to include new members. A united ASEAN holds greater global influence.  

#fire #retirement #wealth  ---  VUCA Insights' John Huo – Hard Truths About Investing, Retirement and Living Well  A really frank and revealing conversation with my buddy and investment professional John Huo about retirement, wealth, money and investing.  Spoiler alert: more nuggets in here than a chocolate chip cookie. (Many thanks to CITYPlus for their collaboration with The Do More Podcast, in whose studio this conversation was recorded. CITYPlus is Malaysia's first Chinese business radio station, dedicated to delivering in-depth analysis on local and international current affairs, markets, and businesses.) CONTENTS  01:17 - Where Markets Are Heading in 2025  05:31 - Malaysians Can't Really Play The Large Global Macro Themes Like AI and MAG7 .. Can They?  11:40 - Active Fund Managers HAVE to Beat The Index   13:07 - That Time When Adobe Tanked ..  17:32 - Mispricing .. A Time to Buy  22:50 - What Happens When All PaperMoney Becomes Worthless?  29:30 – Stocks and Crypto Offer The Best Returns  30:30 - Tesla: Buy?  33:40 - How Does John Think About His Own Personal Portfolio?  38:52 - Is Apple Too Reliant On The IPhone?  40:25 - If Apple is So Good, Why Did Warren Buffet Sell His Shares?  42:26 - The Media is Bad For Your Portfolio .. !  45:04 - In Malaysia The Hurdle Rate is Maybe 20-25% !  46:17 - Fixed Deposit (FD) IS The WORST Place to Allocate Capital  49:50 - Investing and Psychology is Inextricably Linked - Read Morgan Housel's ‘Psychology of Money'  50:20 - One of The Biggest Obstacles to Wealth? FOMO!  51:14 - How MYAirlines Took Advantage of Ignorant Investors   53:40 - Skills for Life Success .. ?  54:55 - How Robert Kiyosaki's ‘Rich Dad Poor Dad' Changed John's Life  1:00:01 - What Does Retirement Mean? 1:04:15 - What's John's Retirement Number? (You Don't Need That Much to Retire!)  1:05:00  - A Purposeful Life is Good. What About Generational Wealth?  1:10:20  - Overproviding For The Children Is a Problem  1:11:30  - Why Send Your Child To Study in a Failing Economy? Where ‘Education' Is an INDUSTRY  1:13:10  - The Sandwich Generation Is a BIG Problem  1:16:30  - How To Not Be Poor When You're Old?  1:23:10  - That Time When Lululemon Dropped 60% .. And Apple Hasn't Innovated - So What?  1:26:30  - So If You're Starting Out, What Do You Buy, to Buy RIGHT?  (Case Study: Labubu)  (Case Study: On Holding AG)  (And Read: Peter Lynch's ‘One Up On Wall Street')  1:30:30  - EPF Is Great BUT It Has Some Serious Obstacles  1:34:50  - What Does It Take to be a Full-Time Investor?  1:38:38  - Big Picture, EPF Is REALLY Good. But Here's Also Why Not  1:44:40  - Humans CANNOT Save!!! But They Also Don't Want to Think About Their Financial Futures  1:47:55  - What About Bitcoin?  1:51:20  - Why John Doesn't Like Property / Real Estate  2:00:01 - Why Doesn't John Personally Invest in Malaysia  2:04:00 - How AI Impacts Investing  2:07:30  - Information is One Thing, Action Is Another  FOLLOW JOHN HERE:  LinkedIn: https://my.linkedin.com/in/johnhuo IG: https://www.instagram.com/johnhuosc/?hl=en YT: https://www.youtube.com/@JohnHuoVUCA FB: https://www.facebook.com/johnhuosc/ X: https://twitter.com/stjohnhuo FOLLOW CITYPLUS HERE:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cityplusmy  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CITYPlusFM Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityplus_my Follow Chuang here:  URL: http://www.domore.my/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsu-chuang-khoo-ab199343/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/khoo.chuang/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/khoohsuchuang/ Follow DoMore here:  WEBSITE: https://www.domore.my/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DoMoreTakeChargeofYourLife ITUNES: https://apple.co/2lQ47mS SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/y6zufvcp PODBEAN: https://domoreasia.podbean.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/domore.asia/

#geopolitics #trump #tariffs  Political Analysts Fui K Soong and Jason Leong - What a Donald Trump Presidency Means for ASEAN  Fui and Jason Leong discuss the ramifications for Malaysia and ASEAN, of a second Donald Trump presidency in terms of his proposed tariffs, the threats to the global supply chain, business in general and much, much more.  (Many thanks to CITYPlus for their collaboration with The Do More Podcast, in whose studio this conversation was recorded. CITYPlus is Malaysia's first Chinese business radio station, dedicated to delivering in-depth analysis on local and international current affairs, markets, and businesses.) FOLLOW FUI HERE:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fui-k-soong-467b9524 IG: https://www.instagram.com/fuisoong/ FOLLOW JASON HERE:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jason-leong-94623517/ FOLLOW CITYPLUS HERE:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cityplusmy  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CITYPlusFM Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityplus_my Follow Chuang here:  URL: http://www.domore.my/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsu-chuang-khoo-ab199343/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/khoo.chuang/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/khoohsuchuang/

----more----#oxygen #longevity #antiaging  Dr Robert Lyons - How Oxygen Reverses Reverses Aging and Cures Cancer  Dr Robert Lyons is a former military man and martial arts exponent who, through his journey learning Shaolin Kung Fu in China, has learnt to harness the power and energy of oxygen to restore health and vitality to people.  CONTENTS  00:02:32 - Who is Dr Robert Lyons? Training The Green Berets .. Learning Shaolin Kung Fu in China  00:13:46 - Why Cells Need Oxygen, What Cancer Feeds On   00:18:32 -  Hypoxia: Lack of Oxygen in Cells. What Causes It?  00:21:27 - The Link Between Oxygen and Energy .. and Anti-Aging  00:28:14 - Mitochondria Cells Can be Infused Directly With Oxygen in Water ..   00:33:15 - Oxygen Directly Into Cells Is MUCH More Powerful Than Breathing  00:39:09 - Why Oxygenation Isn't a More Widespread Health Solution: Is Big Pharma to Blame?  00:44:04 - How Dr Lyons Tried to Democratise Oxygenation But Failed  00:46:21 - Cell Oxygenation Can Help Cure Autism  00:47:55 - Why Funding Has Been Problematic; Oxygenation Shouldn't Only Be For The Rich   00:52:28 - Hollywood Celebrities Are Clients ..  00:55:44 - The Party That Hydrogen Cells Are Having in Water  00:59:45 - Drinking Oxygenated Water Also Works  01:02:28 - Oxygenating Cells Also Enhances Athletic Performance  01:07:13 - How Insurance Companies Predict your Death  (Many thanks to CITYPlus for their collaboration with The Do More Podcast, in whose studio this conversation was recorded. CITYPlus is Malaysia's first Chinese business radio station, dedicated to delivering in-depth analysis on local and international current affairs, markets, and businesses.) FOLLOW DR LYONS HERE:  URL: https://kaqun.hu/about-us  IG: https://www.instagram.com/kaqun.lv/  For the tubs in Malaysia: https://www.apollomenswellness.com/  FOLLOW CITYPLUS HERE:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cityplusmy   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CITYPlusFM  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityplus_my  Follow Chuang here:  URL: http://www.domore.my/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsu-chuang-khoo-ab199343/  FB: https://www.facebook.com/khoo.chuang/  IG: https://www.instagram.com/khoohsuchuang/  Follow DoMore here:  WEBSITE: https://www.domore.my/  YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DoMoreTakeChargeofYourLife  ITUNES: https://apple.co/2lQ47mS  SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/y6zufvcp  PODBEAN: https://domoreasia.podbean.com/  INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/domore.asia/ 

#media #freespeech #truth  Investigative Journalism Site 'The Fourth's Founder Ian Yee - The First Casualty of War Is the Truth   Underrated, unrecognised and near as invisible to the risks involved, but the work of investigative journalists like Merdeka Award winner Ian Yee and his team at The Fourth (as in the Fourth Estate) are critical to a properly functioning democracy.  Almost like watchdogs, these silent heroes keep tabs on society's criminals, whether they are corrupt public officials, human traffickers or immoral business people, writing stories and producing content on social media that highlight the transgressions committed by these crooks.  (Many thanks to CITYPlus for their collaboration with The Do More Podcast, in whose studio this conversation was recorded. CITYPlus is Malaysia's first Chinese business radio station, dedicated to delivering in-depth analysis on local and international current affairs, markets, and businesses.) CONTENTS  00:00:00 - Intro by Chuang  00:02:12 - What Ian is Working On Right Now, Constant Search For Funding  00:04:49 - Why Become an Investigative Journalist?   00:07:33 - Career Rewards: Much More Than Financial Returns  00:11:15 - Saving Lives While Staying Low Profile   00:14:00 - The Risks, Man, The Risks!!!!!  00:18:34 - Malaysia Has Never Had More Press Freedom .. ??  00:20:51 - What Does it Say When Society Rewards Criminals and Penalises Saints .. ?  00:21:26 - Describe the Mind of the Investigative Journalist: What Drives Him/Her?   00:23:04 - Society Has a Plethora of Struggles Between the Forces of Good and Evil  00:25:06 - Work That Is Thankless and Pays Poorly .. Funding Should Also Be Clean, Free of Strings  00:27:38 - How to Support Ian and His Team: https://thefourth.media/subscribe/   00:32:49 - Resonating With Society Doesn't Always Result In Funding  00:35:03 - A Heart-Rending Story: The Apartment With No Entrance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9AQefhTP8zw – But No Resulting Support ! 00:37:25 - How To Choose What to Investigate: Prime Considerations?  00:39:06 - Does ‘Life' Ever Intervene?   00:41:58 - Winning The Merdeka Award: What It Means  00:43:37 - Facebook Is Declining, TikTok and Instagram Are Rising, How to Tell Short Video Stories  00:46:57 - Regional Work in ASEAN, Autocratic Governments, Societal Maturity  00:50:00 - Want to Join Ian Yee?  00:51:12 - What The Next Yen Years Hold for The Fourth and Ian, Goals   00:54:40 - Audience Funding, UNICEF?  00:56:30 - What Are Society's Biggest Problems?  FOLLOW / SUPPORT THE FOURTH HERE:  URL: https://thefourth.media/   TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@thefourth.media  IG: https://www.instagram.com/thefourth.media/  FB: https://www.facebook.com/TheFourth   YT: https://www.youtube.com/@TheFourth  Subscribe/Support: https://thefourth.media/subscribe/  FOLLOW CITYPLUS HERE:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cityplusmy   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CITYPlusFM  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityplus_my  Follow Chuang here:  URL: http://www.domore.my/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsu-chuang-khoo-ab199343/  FB: https://www.facebook.com/khoo.chuang/  IG: https://www.instagram.com/khoohsuchuang/  Follow DoMore here:  WEBSITE: https://www.domore.my/  YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DoMoreTakeChargeofYourLife  ITUNES: https://apple.co/2lQ47mS  SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/y6zufvcp  PODBEAN: https://domoreasia.podbean.com/  INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/domore.asia/  A Heart-Rending Story: The Apartment With No Entrance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9AQefhTP8zw  

#unity #harmony #fightracism Researcher/Journalist Aziff Azuddin - Malay Youths Can Co-Exist With Chinese, But Islam Must Reign The Malay youth were pivotal in Malaysia's last elections and will only grow in importance in the future thanks to the current state of demographics. Yet do we really know how they think? What drives them, keeps them awake at night, inspires them?  Aziff's research is a good start in dismantling the silos that Malaysian society has fallen into, a state that has been amplified on and preyed upon by corrupt politicians.  (Many thanks to CITYPlus for their collaboration with The Do More Podcast, in whose studio this conversation was recorded. CITYPlus is Malaysia's first Chinese business radio station, dedicated to delivering in-depth analysis on local and international current affairs, markets, and businesses.) CONTENTS  00:01:56 - Who Aziff Azuddin Is  00:03:14 - The Background to Aziff's Research on Malay Youths  00:05:54 - Common Grouses Among the Malay Youths  00:08:51 - Poor Mental Health .. What Kinds, How, Why?  00:12:19 - Pride and Hometown Matters. Why and How?  00:13:55 - Lack of Opportunities. Thought Process?  00:17:30 - The Vote Against DAP / PH And the Voting Process  00:20:55 - Politics As a Way To Get Rich?  00:23:42 - None Liked Syed Saddiq ..  00:24:20 - What Malay Youths Really Think About Malay Privileges  00:26:38 - Do Malay Youths Feel Malay Privileges Have Been Abused? 00:27:58 - Will Malay Youths Entertain The Idea of Malay Privileges Being Reexamined?  00:29:19 - Was The Sample Size Too Small?  00:30:55 - Who Funds Iman Research?  00:32:15 - How Malay Youths Think About The Chinese  00:36:54 - And Yet Politicians Don't Legislate Integration - WHY  00:40:22 - Undi18: Yea or Nay? And the Impact of TikTok ..  00:45:00 - Islam: Yes in Life But No In Politics .. !  00:47:40 - The Next GE: What Did PH Learn? Will Malay Youths Turn Up to Vote?  00:49:55 - Why and How Politics Corrupt People  00:51:05 - How Malaysians Are Changing, What's In Store For The Next Decade, The Najib Impact  00:56:00 - Corruption, Not Nation Building!!!!!  00:57:00 - The Politician Who Has a Podcast .. And How Malays Need More Meaningful Content Creators  01:01:30 - How Much Money Is Enough?  01:02:20 - Is Thought Reverting to the Family and Away From Politicians?  01:05:10 - How Malay Youth Think About The Indian Community 01:10:15 - How Progress Can Happen With Three Divergent Forces  01:14:10 - Top Three Recommendations for Positive Change  01:18:33 - Why We Haven't Yet Descended Into Civil Disobedience  01:22:40 - Why The Young Seem to Be Reverting To Retro  01:28:00 - Finding Oneself At Home ..  01:33:00 - More Comfort In Identifying As ‘Muslim', Versus ‘Malay' 01:36:35 - Next: How Urban Development Drives Voting Patterns  01:37:38 - Would Aziff Join Politics?  FOLLOW AZIFF HERE:  URL: https://aziffazuddin.com   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aziff90/   MalaysiaKini: https://www.malaysiakini.com/en/author/Aziff%20Azuddin  FOLLOW IMAN RESEARCH HERE:  IG: https://www.instagram.com/imanresearch/  FOLLOW CITYPLUS HERE:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cityplusmy   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CITYPlusFM  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityplus_my  Follow Chuang here:  URL: http://www.domore.my/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsu-chuang-khoo-ab199343/  FB: https://www.facebook.com/khoo.chuang/  IG: https://www.instagram.com/khoohsuchuang/  Follow DoMore here:   WEBSITE: https://www.domore.my/  YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DoMoreTakeChargeofYourLife   ITUNES: https://apple.co/2lQ47mS  SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/y6zufvcp  PODBEAN: https://domoreasia.podbean.com/  INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/domore.asia/ 

#Movies #Hollywood #Racism #Chinese #Entertainment Movie Producers Rachel Tan & Dan Mark - How Chinese Conquer Racism, Prejudice in Hollywood, USA Is it a case of ‘from the frying pan into the fire'? Rachel Tan, a Malaysian ex-beauty queen, lawyer and model and her husband Dan Mark, also a lawyer of Chinese origin, found themselves in America well over a decade ago, after having left their respective homelands to escape racism and prejudice .. only to find America as racist and prejudiced as their own homelands.  However, the question at hand is whether America, whose own success was largely borne from immigrants, is still the land of opportunity. Especially when the industry in question is Entertainment, notoriously one of the most competitive and difficult to conquer.  Some facts to ponder (extracted from King Street Pictures' website):  ASIAN AMERICANS IN FILM AND TELEVISION  - According to the MPAA, Asians had the highest rate of moviegoing among all ethnic groups in the U.S. in 2016.  - The U.S. Asian population grew 72% between 2000 and 2015, the fastest of any ethnic group.   - Asians will be the largest immigrant group in the U.S. by 2055.  - In terms of buying power, Asian households earn 36% more than others, and 13.4% of Asian households will earn more than $200,000 in 2019  Despite this, according to a USC Annenberg study of the top 100 films of 2017, only 4.8% featured a character of Asian descent with a speaking role.  Who will tell these stories if we do not? (Many thanks to CITYPlus for their collaboration with The Do More Podcast, in whose studio this conversation was recorded. CITYPlus is Malaysia's first Chinese business radio station, dedicated to delivering in-depth analysis on local and international current affairs, markets, and businesses.) CONTENTS  00:02:36 - Dan Introduces Himself 00:06:07 - Rachel Introduces Herself  00:12:10 - Is Los Angeles Greener Than The Grass At Home?  00:15:11 - The Feeling Of Being A Perpetual Foreigner in America  00:17:52 - Working Three Times As Hard As The Americans  00:20:52 - The Story Of ‘Sight' – Rachel and Dan's Movie About A Chinese Doctor in America  00:23:40 - How Life Is Like In LA After 13 Years, Starting A Law Firm, Getting Into Hollywood   00:28:15 - That Time When Donald Trump Blamed Covid On The Chinese ..  00:30:33 - Shaping The Asian Narrative .. And Make Money Too  00:35:04 - What It Takes To Succeed In Hollywood  00:38:02 - How Rachel and Dan Advise Influencers As Entertainment Lawyers 00:40:37 - NFTs Have Gone A Little Quiet; AI Is The Next Big Thing  00:41:57 - What Is The Chinese Psyche?  00:49:25 - How America's Cultural Hodge-Podge Is Coming Together  00:54:40 - Why Rachel Left Malaysia, Why People Leave Malaysia  00:56:17 - How To Reach Rachel and Dan If You Want To Go To Hollywood  00:58:20 - Explaining The South Korean Film Industry Success  01:03:20 - How Do Asian American Movies Look Like in 10,15 Years Time  01:04:58 - How To Make an Artistic AND Critical Success  01:06:20 - How To Put Together An A-List Of Talent  01:09:20 - What It Takes To Command A Film Crew  01:10:34 - Can Cultural Differences Scupper A Film's Success?  01:17:03 - Chasing Daylight: The A-Z Of Making A Hollywood Movie  01:20:50 - The Importance Of Track Record  01:22:10 - The Numbers: Production, Box Office Success Etc  01:24:35 - The Difference Between Hillbilly Elegy Vs A Movie From the Marvel Franchise  01:27:24 - How Netflix and Disney Have Disrupted The Film Industry  01:29:58 - How To Choose Between Netflix and Self-Release  FOLLOW RACHEL AND DAN HERE:  URL: https://kingstreetpictures.com  FB: https://www.facebook.com/danmark03/   IG: https://www.instagram.com/kingstreetpictures  About Rachel: https://kingstreetpictures.com/rachel  About Dan: https://kingstreetpictures.com/dan  Follow Chuang here:  URL: http://www.domore.my/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsu-chuang-khoo-ab199343/  FB: https://www.facebook.com/khoo.chuang/  IG: https://www.instagram.com/khoohsuchuang/  Follow DoMore here:  WEBSITE: https://www.domore.my/  YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DoMoreTakeChargeofYourLife  ITUNES: https://apple.co/2lQ47mS  SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/y6zufvcp  PODBEAN: https://domoreasia.podbean.com/  INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/domore.asia/ 

Professor James Chin - Why Sabah and Sarawak's Place in Malaysia is NOT Assured  CONTENTS  00:02:09 - Who Is Professor James Chin?  00:03:22 - Malaysian Race Relations, Sabah and Sarawak   00:05:47 - What People Need to Know About Sabah and Sarawak  00:07:38 - How Sabah, Sarawak Came To Be Part of Malaysia  00:10:40 - The Union Was Reluctant and Uninformed ..   00:13:53 - What Were The Promises Made to Sabah and Sarawak?  00:15:52 - How Many Of These Promises Were Kept?   00:17:43 - What About Sarawakian Oil? The Petroleum. Oil and Gas? What Happened?   00:19:55 - What Should Be Known About Sarawak?  00:22:39 - What Is The Sabahan Mentality?  00:25:45 -Are Sabahans Happy With Being Part of Malaysia?   00:27:36 - The East Malaysian ‘Vote Bank': Still Important?   00:29:11 - Next General Elections: Three Permutations  00:32:05 - Which Permutation Is Most Possible?  00:33:36 - How The Young Voted: Rejection Politics or More Deep-Rooted?  00:36:27 - Why Is Pakatan In Such A Mess?   00:37:57 - If Anwar Wasn't Elected, Why The Confidence in A Second Term?  00:39:05 - What Wins The Malay Vote?  00:41:21 - Can PAS Win The Next Election? What Happens If So?  00:44:02 - How Sabah, Sarawak Position If Malaysia Becomes More Conservative  00:46:06 - Does Singapore Move In With Sarawak?  00:49:42 - How Sarawak Figures in The US-China Spat, Vis-A-Vis South China Sea  00:52:31 - How Malaysia Sees China   00:55:52 - How Do Malaysians Position Themselves?  00:58:16 - What's In Store For Malaysia To 2026?  01:00:57 - If Bumi Policies Cripple The Economy, How Does Anwar Maneuver?  01:01:22 - How Australia Sees Malaysia  01:02:40 - Which Other Countries Fall Under James' Radar  01:03:06 - What We Need To Know About Malaysia and Philippines  01:04:52 - Is Singapore In a Good Place?  01:06:24 - Where Are The Unstable Nations?  01:07:28 - Is ASEAN The Reason for Regional Peace? As Kishore Mahbubani Suggests?  01:09:09 - How James Advises His Children  01:11:12 - Three Lessons  .. FOLLOW PROFESSOR JAMES CHIN HERE:  Sunway Uni: https://sunwayuniversity.edu.my/jci/staff-profiles/professor-james-chin  Tasmania Uni: https://discover.utas.edu.au/James.Chin   X; https://twitter.com/jameschin110  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@jameschin2641  Follow Chuang here:  URL: http://www.domore.my/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsu-chuang-khoo-ab199343/  FB: https://www.facebook.com/khoo.chuang/  IG: https://ww w.instagram.com/khoohsuchuang/  Follow DoMore here:  WEBSITE: https://www.domore.my/  YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DoMoreTakeChargeofYourLife  ITUNES: https://apple.co/2lQ47mS  SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/y6zufvcp  PODBEAN: https://domoreasia.podbean.com/  INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/domore.asia/ 

#migration #recession #humanity ‘Shattered Hopes' Author Romen Bose-Should You Migrate? Malaysia's Messy But Europe Is (Much?) Worse Romen Bose is a journalist, author and political risk consultant who has worked for media agencies like and helped former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak.  His book, ‘Shattered Hopes', analyses what went wrong with Najib Razak's disastrous election campaign in 2018 while offering some quite surprising allegations.  Currently living in the UK, Bose offers some equally surprising conclusions about life in the UK as an Asian professional, while also discussing his work in the geopolitical arena, in terms of the rising global tensions emanating from the Ukraine-Russia war. CONTENTS MAHATHIR'S IMPACT ON DEMOCRACY   00:03:11 - Romen Speaks About The Response To His Book After It Reached No.1 On The Bestseller List   00:05:41 - Mahathir Was The Mastermind of Pakatan's Collapse - Not Najib .. ?  00:06:51 - What Explains Mahathir's Machiavellian Mind?   00:08:56 - Getting Into Najib's Inner Circle 00:11:03 - Mahathir's Deadly Impact on Democracy in Malaysia   00:14:08 - Why Romen Left For The UK - Part Of The Brain Drain? And Becoming a Najib Confidante  LIFE IN THE UK  00:18:41 - Is Romen A Victim of Stockholm Syndrome?   00:23:28 - Is The Grass Greener In The UK / Europe?   00:27:35 - Racism In Malaysia, Racism in the UK Is The Same Everywhere  00:29:39 - Do you Regret Moving To the UK?   00:31:37 - Can You Save In The UK? Will You Retire In The UK? Are The Elderly Taken Care Of?   00:34:46 - Life As An Indian In The UK? Quality Of Life In The UK?  00:37:30 - There Is No Rota Canai In The UK   GEOPOLITICS  00:40:04 - How The Brits See The Ukraine War, Brexit, Relationship With The UK  00:42:31 - How US Elections Impacts The Ukraine War  00:44:31 - Europe Is Becoming More Right Wing ..  POLITICAL GUIDANCE TO THE MALAYSIAN GOVT  00:47:10 - How Romen Would Advise The Current Govt In The Current Global Situation  00:50:17 - Malaysia's Lacks Leaders When It Can So Easily Be a Leader  00:54:20 - How Romen Advises His Kids  .. FOLLOW ROMEN HERE:  LinkedIn - https://uk.linkedin.com/in/romen-bose-49a07423   Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/romenbosebooks/   Profile At Penguin Random House Publishers - https://www.penguin.sg/book_author/romen-bose/  Buy ‘Shattered Hopes' Here: https://mybuku.com/products/shattered-hopes-romen-bose-9789815127911-penguin-books  Follow Chuang here:  URL: http://www.domore.my/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsu-chuang-khoo-ab199343/  FB: https://www.facebook.com/khoo.chuang/  IG: https://www.instagram.com/khoohsuchuang/  Follow DoMore here:  WEBSITE: https://www.domore.my/  YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DoMoreTakeChargeofYourLife  ITUNES: https://apple.co/2lQ47mS  SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/y6zufvcp  PODBEAN: https://domoreasia.podbean.com/  INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/domore.asia/ 

#climatechange  #netzero  #coolerearth Ex-RSPO CEO Datuk Darrel Webber - We're Less Than 5°C Away From A Climate-Induced Extinction Event Datuk Darrel Webber is a former CEO of the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) who talks about how human behaviour is warming the earth at 17x the natural rate, which If left unchecked, will accelerate human extinction sooner than we think.    (Many thanks to the Asia School of Business for their collaboration with The Do More Podcast, in whose studio this conversation was recorded. The Asia School of Business is a partnership between MIT's Sloan School of Management and Bank Negara Malaysia). CONTENTS  00:01:55 - Datuk Webber Shares His Origin Story  00:10:53 - Discovering What The Common Person REALLY Cares About  00:15:21 - Universal Basic Income Is One Way Forward  00:20:23 - Sabah, One Of The Poorest If Not The Poorest States in Malaysia  00:23:16 - Where Malaysia Ranks on the Global Climate Ladder 00:26:51 - How Climate Responsibility Coincides With The Economy  00:30:16 - Malaysia Needs to Develop Its Own Climate Plan, Not Ape The Western Model   00:34:02 - Reflecting On The Haze And How Palm Oil Disassociated Itself  00:42:05 - Climate Change Is Unstoppable  00:45:06 - Earth Has Already Experienced FIVE Extinction Ages  00:50:39 - How Financial Markets Harm Net Zero Ambitions  00:57:20 - Since Climate Change Can't Be Stopped, It's All About Adaptation Now  01:03:24 - Will Seafront Properties Make Sense In The Future?  01:05:52 - Government Needs to Protect Everyone, Not Just The Ones Who Vote For Them  01:08:52 - Nuclear Power Is A Real Option ..  And So Is Solar  01:14:00 - How Will AI Solve The Climate?  01:15:09 - Fewer Humans, A Cooler Planet  01:16:54 - Personal Adaptation: How Datuk Webber Is Driving Change Personally  01:22:02 - The EV Industry – A Big Lie?  FOLLOW DATUK WEBBER HERE  X: https://x.com/darrelwebb  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrel-webber/  Forever Sabah: https://www.foreversabah.org/team-info/datuk-darrel-webber  Follow Chuang here:  URL: http://www.domore.my/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsu-chuang-khoo-ab199343/  FB: https://www.facebook.com/khoo.chuang/  IG: https://www.instagram.com/khoohsuchuang/  Follow DoMore here:  WEBSITE: https://www.domore.my/  YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DoMoreTakeChargeofYourLife  ITUNES: https://apple.co/2lQ47mS  GOOGLE PLAY: https://bit.ly/3b1l8iO  SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/y6zufvcp  PODBEAN: https://domoreasia.podbean.com/  INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/domore.asia/ 

Political Analysts & Academics Fui K Soong & Rita Sim - China Won't Protect Malaysia's Chinese  An eye-opening conversation that sought to begin with an exploration of the non-homogenous nature of Malaysia's Chinese (not all Chinese are the same!!) that morphed into the much more important discussion of Malaysia's position in a world of multiple superpowers and how we need to deal with the changing world order.  (Many thanks to CITYPlus for their collaboration with The Do More Podcast, in whose studio this conversation was recorded. CITYPlus is Malaysia's first Chinese business radio station, dedicated to delivering in-depth analysis on local and international current affairs, markets, and businesses.) CONTENTS  00:02:06 - Rita and Fui Introduce Themselves and Their Work  00:06:05 -  Not All Chinese in Malaysia Are the Same  00:09:50 - The Centuries-Old Three Pillars in the Chinese Community – GLOBALLY  00:13:16 - What People Need to Know About Malaysia's Chinese  00:20:52 - What Narratives Speak to ALL Chinese in Malaysia  00:23:35 - The Integration Ship has Sailed  00:24:10 - Class, Not Race, Is the Biggest Divider    00:27:13 - Malaysian Politics Has Significantly Changed in the Last 15 Years  00:29:31 - Ahead of the Next Elections, How Should the Malaysian Chinese Be Addressed?  00:34:10 - Do the Chinese REALLY Seek Out Integration, Cohesion?  00:38:46 - Geopolitical Risks Will Determine Life, Not Domestic Integration  00:39:51 - Sabah, Sarawak: Secession. What's the Temperature? 00:41:21 - Regional Blocs Might Develop: Sarawak With Singapore. South China Sea Is In Play ..  00:43:00 - East Malaysia Is In The Eye of The Storm  00:43:27 - A New Team Might Form: Johor, Singapore, Sabah, Sarawak (Or Maybe Not)  00:44:05 - Sabah and Sarawak Do Not Always See Eye to Eye  00:44:27 - Johor and Sarawak Seem To Be Getting More Autonomous, Responding to Geopolitics  00:47:52 - What Singapore Sees in Johor, Both Are Inextricable  00:48:39 - What Are The Possibilities of this Union - In the Context of a Federated Malaysia  00:40:50 - Putrajaya Is Too Busy to Intervene ..  00:51:28 - Sabah Is A Bit of A Basket Case ..  00:52:45 - China and the US Have VERY Different Policy Plans  00:54:40 - No Empires Go Down Without a Fight, There is TOTAL Distrust   00:58:17 - How Malaysia Interplays With China's 50-Year Plan  01:02:10 - Kedah, Kelantan, Perak, etc Will FLY if Kra Happens  01:04:04 - How Will US Polls Pan Out?  01:07:17 - Can the US Afford A World War? Does the Dollar Break?  01:09:35 - Malaysia, Jaundiced, Does Not Have a WorldView  01:11:00 - How Unstable Will The Next Ten Years Be?  01:12:09 - Are There Any Malaysian Leaders With A Worldview  01:13:38 - How Should Individuals Position / Prepare For An Uncertain Future?  01:15:36 - Malaysia's Chinese Don't Trust China (!)   01:15:58 - China's Chinese Are In Bed With Malaysia's Chinese: T/F?   01:17:20 - Non-Chinese in Malaysia Need to Realise: China Will Not Protect Malaysia's Chinese   01:18:40 - Malays Are Seeing that China Might Help Resolve the Middle East ..  01:21:00 - Does China Take Taiwan By Force? Is a Great War Coming?  01:25:07 - Russia and China Are Forging New, Deep Ties ..  01:27:55 - The Great War Has Already Started - And It's Already Kinetic  FOLLOW RITA HERE  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rita-sim-98b7a74b/  Rita's G1-G2-G2 Podcast on BFM in 2010: https://www.bfm.my/podcast/morning-run/the-breakfast-grille/rita-sim-ong-kian-ming  FOLLOW FUI HERE:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fui-k-soong-467b9524  IG: https://www.instagram.com/fuisoong/  FOLLOW CITYPLUS HERE:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cityplusmy   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CITYPlusFM   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityplus_my   Follow Chuang here:  URL: http://www.domore.my/   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsu-chuang-khoo-ab199343/    FB: https://www.facebook.com/khoo.chuang/   IG: https://www.instagram.com/khoohsuchuang/   Follow DoMore here:  WEBSITE: https://www.domore.my/   YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DoMoreTakeChargeofYourLife   ITUNES: https://apple.co/2lQ47mS   GOOGLE PLAY: https://bit.ly/3b1l8iO   SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/y6zufvcp   PODBEAN: https://domoreasia.podbean.com/   INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/domore.asia/  

Eddin Khoo is a journalist, historian, author and poet. But perhaps his biggest contribution to society is his tireless work in protecting Malaysia's traditional performing arts like the Wayang Kulit and Mak Yong, through his cultural organisation, Pusaka.  He rightly points out that Malaysia is a cosmopolis of races, cultures and traditions with a history older than most countries in the region.  But its importance has been systematically erased in the interests of political self-preservation.  This is his story, in his own words.  (Many thanks to the Asia School of Business for their collaboration with The Do More Podcast, in whose studio this conversation was recorded. The Asia School of Business is a partnership between MIT's Sloan School of Management and Bank Negara Malaysia). CONTENTS  00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:42 - Who's Eddin Khoo (In His Own Words)  00:06:42 - What We Need to Know About Our History   00:08:45 - Our Racial Barriers Are A Construct  00:11:25 - Why Is Malaysia's History Her Great Wound?  00:17:10 - What Eddin Has Learnt About Malaysia From the Microcosm That Is Kelantan  00:23:37 - Malaysians Are Very Lazy in their Caricature of Our Differences  00:26:17 - Why Did the Young Malays Vote In a So-Called ‘Green Wave'?  00:30:03 - How Does Eddin Know So Much About the Malay Psyche?  00:32:52 - The Kelantanese Young Crave Leadership But Its Leaders Cannot Offer It. WHY  00:36:42 - Politics Changes People. WHY  00:39:43 - What Should Malaysia's National Narrative Be?  00:44:51 - Malaysia Is Bastardised ..  00:48:29 - What's the TL:DR of Eddin's National Narrative for Malaysia  00:55:05 - Message(s) to the Sclerotic (Rigid) Leadership?  01:02:40 - What Political Messaging Will Have Power?  01:07:32 - Malaysia's Collective Will, Mutual Respect Has Been Subverted  01:09:38 - What Did You Learn From Chairing the UEC?  01:14:02 - Why Politicians Are Like Snakes: Many Different Heads  01:17:08 - Why Politicians Cannot and Will Resist Change  01:18:42 - How Do Kelantanese View Intellectual Self-Interrogation  01:20:26 - When Will Change Come? Will it Ever Come?  01:22:32 - Collective Change, Not Generational Change  01:25:54 - Can Socialism Work in Malaysia?  01:27:38 - Why History is Important  01:31:15 - How to Get More Young Malaysians Interested in History?  01:36:15 - There's a Lot of Soul-Searching, Self-Searching Going On Right Now  01:40:42 - Malaysia's Middle Class Are Indolent, Colonial Hogs In Defining Malaysia's Racial Makeup  FOLLOW EDDIN HERE:  URL: https://www.pusaka.org LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eddin-khoo-1097b55b/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/senipusaka IG Personal: https://www.instagram.com/ek.isatsea Writings:  https://www.optionstheedge.com/authors/eddin-kho MY ROAD TRIP TO KOTA BAHRU WITH EDDIN  https://youtu.be/qHG37ex2PY8 ---  Follow Chuang here:  URL: http://www.domore.my/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsu-chuang-khoo-ab199343/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/khoo.chuang/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/khoohsuchuang/ ---  Follow DoMore here:  WEBSITE: https://www.domore.my/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DoMoreTakeChargeofYourLife ITUNES: https://apple.co/2lQ47mS GOOGLE PLAY: https://bit.ly/3b1l8iO SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/y6zufvcp PODBEAN: https://domoreasia.podbean.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/domore.asia

#islam #malaysia #peace  Islamic Scholar Sheikh Imran Hosein -  What Non-Muslims Need to Know About Islam  Sheikh Imran Nazar Hosein is an Islamic scholar who specialises in contemporary interpretations of Islamic eschatology (a field of study in Islam concerning future events that would happen in the end times that is primarily based on sources from the Quran and Sunnah).  Sheikh Imran gave up his career as a diplomat in 1985 to dedicate his life to the mission of Islam, since then a tireless missionary who travels for years at a time in the cause of Islam, including in Malaysia, where he is occasionally based.  Sheikh Imran is also a commentator on international monetary economics, advocating for  the establishment of free-markets and currency with intrinsic value as a means of savings and aversion of a pending collapse of the “world of paper money”.  CONTENTS  00:03:04 - Who is Sheikh Imran Hosein?  00:07:11 - What Do Non-Muslims Need to Know About Islam?  00:14:14 - There Remain Many Misconceptions ..  00:17:40 - How Can There Be One Truth, One God When There Are So Many Different Faiths?  00:18:29 - And Yet Humankind Is So Different..  00:19:59 - Why Are We So Suspicious and Fearful of Each Other?  00:22:46 - Why Did Nixon Take America Off the Gold Standard?  00:30:35 - People Are Fleeing the US Dollar in Droves  00:31:36 - Islamic Eschatology: The End of History and The End of The World  00:38:25 - Currencies Are Bogus  00:39:07 - Electronic Money Is Bogus  00:40:05 - Slavery Exists Today - In Fact, It's Widespread  00:45:01 - The Great War, Nuclear In Nature .. How Close Are We To The End Times?  00:49:20 - Fact-Based Naysayers Might Object .. ?  00:51:59 - Russia-Ukraine War: How Does it Expand From There?  00:58:59 - The World Is Moving Towards a Muslim-Christian Alliance  01:01:22 - What Should We Know About What's Happening in the Middle East?  01:04:32 - Islam: A Religion of Unity, Brotherhood and Sisterhood .. Correct?  01:06:22 - It Appears That Islam Has Been Captured by the Oppressors .. 01:08:06 - How Does One Prepare for a Future That Is Full of Difficulties?  01:10:16 - In Islamic Eschatology, What Do the End Times Look Like?  01:12:55 - In Malaysia, How Do We Live Together More Peacefully?  01:16:47 - Sheikh Imran's Parting Words for Malaysians    FOLLOW SHEIKH IMRAN HERE:  Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Imran_N._Hosein  On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SheikhImranHosein  URL: http://imranhosein.org/o/  IG: https://www.instagram.com/sheikh.imran.hosein/?hl=en  Others: https://themuslim500.com/profiles/sheikh-imran-hosein/  ---  Follow Chuang here:  URL: http://www.domore.my/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsu-chuang-khoo-ab199343/  FB: https://www.facebook.com/khoo.chuang/  IG: https://www.instagram.com/khoohsuchuang/  ---  Follow DoMore here:  WEBSITE: https://www.domore.my/  YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DoMoreTakeChargeofYourLife  ITUNES: https://apple.co/2lQ47mS  GOOGLE PLAY: https://bit.ly/3b1l8iO  SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/y6zufvcp  PODBEAN: https://domoreasia.podbean.com/  INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/domore.asia/ 

Malaysia Semiconductor Industry Association President Dato' Seri SH Wong - One of Every Five Graduate Engineers Leave Malaysia for Better Opportunities  Penang, in Malaysia's Northern Region, is a key player in the global semiconductor industry's value chain, with major players like Intel and Hewlett-Packard investing in the state since the 1960s. Currently, Penang contributes in the region of 5% of the global export value.  But the state is struggling to meet a boom in global demand for semiconductors, due to a critical shortage in skilled engineers, thanks to a cocktail of factors. Malaysia Semiconductor Industry Association President Dato' Seri SH Wong, addresses these issues  CONTENTS  00:02:04 - Who is Dato Sri SH Wong?  00:03:03 - Why Intel Founder Andy Grove Chose to Invest in Penang in the 70s  00:04:57 - Moore's Law: Still Applicable?   00:06:23 - The Mag7 and Nvidia: How Data Drives the World Today  00:07:11 - Difference Between Nvidia Chips and Intel's Chip?  00:08:23 - What's Driving The Shortage of Engineers in Malaysia  00:11:23 - What Skills Are Needed?  00:13:24 - What Skills Are Most Needed Right Now?  00:14:38 - Which Comes First? Investment or Skills?  00:17:53 - An Easier Way to Fill the Skills Shortage Is ..  00:18:42 - Where Are the Blockages?  00:19:30 - Malaysia's Mid-Technology Gap 00:21:20 - Where Malaysia Can Supply Tesla or Nvidia  00:24:24 - How To Get Kids More Interested in Science and Maths 00:26:34 - How to Spark the Spirit of Enquiry  00:29:57 - We Lose A Lot of Engineers to Other Countries  00:33:15 - Chip Makers Like Nvidia and TSMC Are Companies of National Importance  00:37:14 - Taiwan's Technology has Consumer AND Military Applications  00:38:04 - The Possibility of War Has Businesses Scrambling for a Plan B  00:39:48 - South China Sea and Straits of Malacca: How Important Are These Waterways, Choke Points?  00:41:00 - Geopolitics and War: Threat or Opportunity?  00:42:38 - Who Are the Competition?   00:45:09 - Dato Sri's Life Lesson #1: Resilience   00:46:44 - Dato Sri's Life Lesson #2: No Limitations 00:46:53 - Dato Sri's Life Lesson #3: Adaptability  FOLLOW DATO SRI WONG HERE:  Links to bio: https://www.semiconsea.org/Forging-forward/-dato-seri-wong-siew-hai-msia  https://gsb.usm.my/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/Brief-Biodata-SHW-21062021-1.pdf  https://klse.i3investor.com/web/corporatefigure/detail/0208?id=0208-62903-2045757229  https://www.tatlerasia.com/people/wong-siew-hai

Global Institute for Tomorrow (GIFT)'s Chandran Nair, an engineer, economist, entrepreneur and scholar, points out that Malaysia's political elites use the three very powerful levers of race, religion and royalty to instill fear into the public, giving them unlimited access to wealth and power.    (Many thanks to the Asia School of Business for their collaboration with The Do More Podcast, in whose studio this conversation was recorded. The Asia School of Business is a partnership between MIT's Sloan School of Management and Bank Negara Malaysia). CONTENTS:  00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:55 - Where is Malaysia Right Now?  00:04:34 - It's Time to Remove Politicians' Free Pass of Race-Religion-Royalty  00:06:15 - The UiTM Issue: People Are Afraid to Speak Out  00:07:20 - Political Allegations, Police Reports Inciting Race, Royalty Are One Way Streets  00:08:30 - There is Fear Everywhere - the ‘Red Line' of Race-Religion-Royalty   00:09:44 - Governance Rule #1: Malaysia Is Not Owned by One Racial Group  00:10:08 - Governance Rule #2: Political Elite Are Obliged to Protect All Minorities to Prevent Unrest  00:11:02 - Governance Rule #3: The State Must Prevent Any Racial Segment Receiving Undeserved Privilege  00:11:27 - Affirmative Action Must be Targeted And Not Used At the Expense of Chinese, Indians or Other Minorities  00:12:20 - Malay Political Elite's Power Abuse  00:12:50 - Racism is Institutionalised in Malaysia  00:13:37 - Institutionalised Racism Has Destroyed Malaysia's Institutions and Meritocracy is Dead   00:14:34 - The Enemy of Meritocracy Is ..  00:15:20 - Institutionalised Racism Is a Fundamental Threat to Malaysia Because ..  00:16:58 - Can Malaysia's Racist Policies Ever be Dismantled?  00:20:24 - Is There Even a Will to Dismantle These Policies?  00:23:14 - A Poor Deal: Incompetence and Corruption In a System of Elites to Grab Money and Power  00:26:00 - The System of Patronage Seems to Work And Is Even Aspirational - That's Why It's So Clever  00:26:52 - The Wealth Gap Between Malaysia ($12k/yr) and Singapore ($76k/yr): WHY  00:28:20 - Malaysia's Wealth is Not Shared: This Must Change   00:29:50 - We Have Twin Towers and Skyscrapers But 70% of Wastewater in KL is Untreated. WHY  00:30:33 - Basic Necessities Are Being Corroded: Rice Reserves: 21 Days Only  00:32:10 - Abuses of Political Elite Prevent Access to Basic Rights for the Poor Malay Majority  00:35:00 - Trigger Points for Positive Change?  00:38:40 - Was the Green Wave A Protest Vote Against Corruption?  00:39:10 - A Collapse of the Ringgit Could Trigger a ….  00:39:45 - A Food Shortage Could Trigger a ….  00:45:20 - Malaysia's Position in ASEAN  00:49:02 - ‘Stay and Build' on Malaysia's Strengths – Which Are .. ?  00:51:54 - What Does The World Look Like in 2044?  00:56:00 - Malaysia Does Not Have ANY Leaders  00:57:10 - Hope is Essential. Indonesia Once Was a Basket Case Too  00:58:22 - Singapore George Yeo Says These Three Leaders Are Legit  01:00:36 - What About China? Foreign Policy, War, Conquest, Power?  01:06:25 - How China Thinks About Malaysia and its Diaspora of 7m Chinese in Southeast Asia  01:08:25 - What is China's Soft Power?  01:12:42 - US Elections: Who is Less Likely To Throw Bombs?  01:14:22 - Who Would China Prefer? Trump or Biden?  01:16:25 - How Is Chandran Preparing Himself For His Own Future?  01:27:32 - Let's get the Best People Back Into Malaysia's Institutions to do the Best Job, Irrespective of Race of Religion, To Help ALL Malaysians   .. Some of Chandran's Key Articles Mentioned in the Podcast:  To whom does a country belong? https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/opinion/2023/07/22/to-whom-does-a-country-belong/ Anti-corruption ‘revolution' imperative and long overdue https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/opinion/2024/01/27/anti-corruption-revolution-imperative-and-long-overdue/ Now everyone prospers: new equity pathways https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/opinion/2024/03/23/now-everyone-prospers-new-equity-pathways/ FOLLOW CHANDRAN HERE:  URL: https://global-inst.com/our-team/ X: @Cnomics LinkedIn: https://hk.linkedin.com/in/chandran-nair-57184418a Columns:  South China Morning Post: https://www.scmp.com/author/chandran-nair MalaysiaKini: https://www.malaysiakini.com/en/tag/chandran%20nair Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chandran_Nair_(businessman) London Speaker Bureau: https://londonspeakerbureau.com/speaker-profile/chandran-nair/

Professor Dr. Tajuddin Rasdi - Why Are Young Malaysians Becoming More Conservative?  Prof Tajuddin is a Professor of Islamic architecture who also writes prolifically on social issues in Malaysia, much of it centring on politics, faith and education.  He would love to see a more united and cohesive nation, a nation where multiculturalism, tolerance and independent thought prevail.  These are his thoughts and principles.  (Many thanks to the Asia School of Business for their collaboration with The Do More Podcast, in whose studio this conversation was recorded. The Asia School of Business is a partnership between MIT's Sloan School of Management and Bank Negara Malaysia). CONTENTS  00:01:56 - Who is Prof Tajuddin? (How Does a Professor of Islamic Architecture Become a Social Commentator?)  00:06:07 - Which Direction is Malaysia Going? Forwards, Backwards or .. Standstill?  00:09:24 - Malaysia Seems to Be Stuck in a Time Warp  00:11:00 - Some (Most) Folks Don't Really Understand Their Own Faith  00:12:44 - Islam Is an Open, Tolerant and Personal Religion, Not a Political Religion  00:17:03 - Why Are Young Malaysians Becoming More Conservative?  00:21:33 - The Green Wave: I Never Agreed With Undi 18   00:25:59 - Will Malaysian Society Become More Divided?  00:29:11 - Prof Tajuddin's Advice to his Kids  00:34:44 - Speaking Out to Aid Society is a Social and Religious Obligation  00:38:00 - Principles to Navigate the World  00:41:46 - What Are Malaysia's Students Talking About? What Are Their Hopes and Fears?  00:45:41 - Advice to People If Malaysia Becomes More Conservative  00:49:45 - “I Admire Tun Mahathir But I wouldn't Vote for Him” Why?  00:51:46 - Education Reform: How?  00:57:42 - If You Leave Malaysia, Where Would You Go?   01:01:32 - How Would You Like to Be Remembered?   

#war #crimes #corruption #power Bridget Welsh: “Very Possible” That PAS Could Govern Malaysia One Day  Bridget Welsh is an independent American scholar who has lived in (and analysed) ASEAN and Malaysian social, political and economic developments for over three-and-a-half decades, writing books and advising companies and NGOs how to navigate one of the world's most important and exciting regions.  Welsh's views on Malaysia and ASEAN's future are explosive and troubling. They are also truthful and nuanced. This could be one of the most important discussions anyone can consume in this era of great change, risk and opportunity.  Listen with an open heart and a constructive mind. It might yet help you navigate an uncertain future. CONTENTS  00:02:18 - Who's Bridget Welsh?  00:04:08 - What Foreign Companies and Other Countries Want to Know About Malaysia  00:05:10 - What Welsh Tells Them  00:06:40 - ‘Unseen Forces' and ‘Drivers of Change': Explain  00:10:01 - How Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Is Responding to these Forces  00:13:25 - How Anwar's Govt Has Failed on Corruption, Reform and Inequality  00:16:20 - Are Coalition Politics to Blame for these Failures?  00:17:43 - The Link Between a Failed Govt and the Black Market  00:20:10 - What Most Malaysians Don't Know About Malaysia  00:21:39 - What Drives Voting Behaviour in Malaysia? Including the So-Called ‘Green Wave'  00:24:50 - What and Why Are the Drivers Behind the Green Wave?  00:28:57 - The Green Wave Hit Penang Hard  00:31:04 - How Did DAP Lose So Much Ground In Penang? 00:32:55 - Who's to Blame?  00:35:25 - What Happens Next in Penang? Will the LRT Alleviate the Wealth Divide?  00:40:26 - Secession: Possible for Johor? Penang? Sarawak? Sabah?  00:43:55 - The Tinder Box that is Malaysia .. KK Mart .. etc  00:49:20 - What Do Foreign Investors Do With Malaysia: Buy? Sell? Hold?  00:52:27 - Who's the Most Effective of the Ten Prime Ministers Malaysia Has Had?  00:54:25 - Media Freedoms: Regression, Concern?  00:56:40 - Independent Thought and Racial Harmony: An Inconvenience to the Powers That Be?  00:58:09 - Transnational Crime and the Black Market (aka ‘Dark Economy') 01:04:54 - Missing Aeroplanes, Murdered Bankers and Assassinated Brothers of Korean Dictators - Malaysia is a Daily Hollywood Script  01:12:01 - What Does Malaysia Look Like in 10 Years Time?  01:14:05 - Political Stability As a First Key Theme in Malaysia, PAS as Malaysia's Next Govt: Chances Out of 10? And in How Many Years?  01:15:02 - Are PAS More Honest and Responsible Than the Others?  01:18:25 - The Youth As a Second Key Theme in Malaysia  01:19:59 - Economic Restructuring As a Third Key Theme in Malaysia  01:21:06 - Racial & Religious Issues / Concerns As a Fourth Key Theme in Malaysia  01:22:06 - What Are the Chances of Another Race War? 01:22:56 - Were the 1969 Race Riots Planned?  01:26:03 - Where Malaysia and ASEAN Figure in the Greater Global Discussion  01:33:16 - Malaysia's Stance on Palestine-Middle East: And Malaysia's Choice of China over the US. What They Both Mean.  01:36:43 - How Indonesia is Handling the Middle East Issue  01:40:31 - There Is a Serious Lack of Leadership and Statesmanship All Over the World  01:42:42 - What Are the US' and China's Appetite for Participation in a World War? Can Malaysia Stay Neutral?  01:44:25 - Unlike their Elders, Israel's Younger Generation Don't See the Value of Peace  01:47:10 - Simultaneously, there are Conflicts Simmering Elsewhere: Myanmar, Thailand are Examples ..  01:48:28 - Social Media Reinforces Hate and Discord  01:49:09 - What is the Possibility of a Third World War? 01:53:05 - ASEAN Has Been ‘Pathetic' In Terms of Solving its Own Problems and Taking A Stand  01:54:01 - China. Taiwan. What's Next? Escalation?  01:54:33 - US Elections. Foreign Policy. What's Next?  01:57:30 - A Trump Win Will Result in an Escalation.  01:58:17 - Advice. To Navigate an Uncertain Future  (Many thanks to the Asia School of Business for their collaboration with The Do More Podcast, in whose studio this conversation was recorded. The Asia School of Business is a partnership between MIT's Sloan School of Management and Bank Negara Malaysia). FOLLOW BRIDGET HERE:  URL: https://bridgetwelsh.com/bio/ Podcast: www.straighttalkseasia.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bridget-welsh-424691a0/ X: @dririshsea MalaysiaKini articles: https://www.malaysiakini.com/en/author/Bridget%20Welsh Follow Chuang here:  URL: http://www.domore.my/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsu-chuang-khoo-ab199343/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/khoo.chuang/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/khoohsuchuang/ Follow DoMore here:  WEBSITE: https://www.domore.my/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DoMoreTakeChargeofYourLife ITUNES: https://apple.co/2lQ47mS GOOGLE PLAY: https://bit.ly/3b1l8iO SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/y6zufvcp PODBEAN: https://domoreasia.podbean.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/domore.asia/

#education  #philosophy  #morality  ---  Dr S. Munirah Alatas and Adzhar Ibrahim: Malaysia's Education System Has Failed Us, So What's Next?  The Trust Deficit has never been wider where Malaysia's education system is concerned. So where do parents and children turn to, to prepare them for a future that has never been more uncertain?  Independent scholar Dr S Munirah Alatas and ex-Chief Human Resource Officer (CHRO) Adzhar Ibrahim offer their thoughts on some possible ways forward, even as Malaysia's politics and policies goes ever-further backwards. (Many thanks to the Asia School of Business for their collaboration with The Do More Podcast, in whose studio this conversation was recorded. The Asia School of Business is a partnership between MIT's Sloan School of Management and Bank Negara Malaysia). CONTENTS  00:02:42 - Introductions: Adzhar   00:05:05 - Introductions: Munirah  00:07:55 - What's Going Well With Malaysian Education  00:10:45 - But What Does Education MEAN?  00:16:11 - The Politicisation of Malaysian Education  00:20:55 - Philosophy Has Disappeared: Is This Because Thinkers Are Inconvenient?  00:24:00 - Let's Not Forget Eastern Philosophers Too!  00:24:55 - The Deterioration of Local Graduates  00:26:57 - The Leader That Adzhar Admired Most: Where Did He Learn Those Attributes?  00:28:31 - The Importance of Informal Education  00:31:34 - Life at Columbia University  00:32:45 - Corporatisation and University Rankings Have Jeopardised Malaysian Universities  00:36:28 - How Should New Parents Think About Educating Their Children?  00:42:00 - Can One Entirely Bypass School and University?  00:47:55 - Why Aren't Parents Teaching Their Kids About Resilience, Humility, Independent Thought?  00:52:54 - You Can't Expect the Government to Dispense Good Sense When it Does Not Itself Have Good Sense!  00:54:49 - How Do Young Parents Gain More Wisdom and Perspective Without Relying on an Inept Government  00:59:41 - How Adzhar's Parents Helped Mould Him  01:01:46 - And for Munirah .. ?  01:07:57 - What Is a Successful Individual?  01:16:45 - Let's Ditch Language Colonialism! Language is Wealth  01:20:09 - How is Malaysia Doing Overall?  01:22:41 - Are Malaysia's Social Policies Here to Stay?  01:28:00 - Berdikari: Standing On One's Own Two Feet  01:30:03 - The Most Unsustainable Thing About Malaysia Is .. (Hint: It's Not the Environment)  01:31:30 - Change Will Come From Borneo  01:34:45 - Life's Conclusions  FOLLOW MUNIRAH HERE:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/s-munirah-alatas-ph-d-71464479/ Columns on Free Malaysia Today (FMT): https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/cat...  Columns at Aliran: https://m.aliran.com/author/s-munirah...  Research on Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?...  FOLLOW ADZHAR HERE:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adzhar-ibrahim-6720bb14/  Columns on Fee Malaysia Today (FMT): https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/cat...  As a Speaker: https://www.hrexchangenetwork.com/eve...  Follow Chuang here:  URL: http://www.domore.my/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsu-chuang-khoo-ab199343/  FB: https://www.facebook.com/khoo.chuang/  IG: https://www.instagram.com/khoohsuchuang/ 

#bitcoin #solana #blockchain  Luno's Aaron Tang - The Bitcoin, Crypto Bull Market Has Begun, But It's Early Days Yet The Bitcoin and crypto market is in a clear bull run right now, making it an excellent time to be talking to Aaron Tang, the Regional General Manager of Luno, where he oversees the Malaysian, Singaporean and Indonesian crypto markets for the global cryptocurrency platform.  I get deep into the weeds with him on how early we are in the current crypto bull run, question him on some of the assumptions about cryptos (such as self-custody and blockchain safety) while getting his views on how strict or market-friendly the regulators are.  CONTENTS  00:02:05 - Who's Aaron Tang?  00:02:38 - What Are Cryptocurrencies?  00:03:24 - Attributes of Cryptocurrencies?   00:05:01 - Self Custody, Private Wallets - You Don't Need Banks Any Longer  00:06:10 - Why People Are Flocking to Crypto  00:07:15 - How and What Drives Crypto Prices  00:09:38 - Not All Coins Are Finite Like Bitcoin  00:11:08 - Why People Remain Cynical About Bitcoin  00:13:35 - What Triggered the Crypto Bull Market?  00:16:32 - But the REAL Crypto Bull Run Has Not Yet Begun  00:17:45 - What Drives Crypto Mania?  00:20:03 - What is Proof of Work, Blockchain Immutability?  00:21:55 - Satoshi's Code is Open Source and Constantly Improved  00:23:16 - Not All Coins or Tokens Have the Same Network Reliability as Bitcoin  00:24:44 - What Are Gas Fees? How Are They Charged?  00:26:25 - Why Do Gas Fees Differ So Much on Different Networks  00:28:07 - What Are the Biggest Drivers of Crypto Prices?  00:30:07 - Why Have Ethereum Prices Not Surpassed Their All-Time Highs But Bitcoin Has Not?  00:31:40 - What Are the Differences Between Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, Cardano and Other Coins?  00:34:44 - There Are Pitfalls, Like Lack of Network Operability, ie: You Can Lose Your Coins!  00:37:18 - There's No Need to FOMO ..  00:39:00 - How Do Cold Wallets Work? Are They Really That Safe?  00:41:56 - How Do Professional Investors Self-Custody?  00:42:47 - What About Demi-Serious Investors? How Do They Self-Custody?  00:44:43 - Luno's Court Case When a Customer Alleged They Lost Their Coins  00:47:46 - Luno Security Measures - What's Needed  00:50:01 - What Happens When You Lose Your Phone?  00:50:59 - Malaysia AND Indonesia LOVE Crypto. Why?  00:54:00 - Most Crypto Adoption is Asia-Based And Many HODL it. Why?  00:56:15 - Why is Crypto So Darned Volatile?  00:57:51 - Should You Lock in Gains Before the Market Crashes (Again?)  01:00:18 - There Are Only One, Maybe Two Bull Runs Left  01:02:54 - Buying Crypto Is Like Buying Amazon or Tesla at $10 a Share   01:05:57 - The US SEC Bitcoin ETF Was Bitcoin's IPO Moment  01:07:28 - Crypto, A Decentralised Asset, is Re-Centralising. What Gives?  01:09:09 - What Black Swans Exist for Crypto?  01:10:46 - What Happens to Crypto If the US Dollar Collapses?  01:13:00 - Bitcoin Hasn't Really Surpassed Its All-Time High Because of Inflation: T/F?  01:14:25 - What Other Factors Will Drive the Crypto Bull Run?  01:16:00 - Will Luno Lower Its Rates?  01:17:44 - How Does Luno Add More Coins to Its Platform?  01:19:16 - How Knowledgeable Are the Securities Commission (SC) About the Crypto Market? 01:20:43 - How Luno Assesses Coins to be Added to its Platform  01:22:40 - Algorand is Coming to Luno, What Else is Coming?  01:24:57 - How Regulators Think About Crypto Markets 01:26:00 - Are Crypto Gains Taxable? Is a Digital Assets Tax Coming?  01:28:04 - How Tokenization Works and Are Central bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) Coming?  01:31:05 - Is a Digital Ringgit Coming?  01:33:19 - Where is the Crypto Market Going?  FOLLOW AARON HERE  LinkedIn: https://my.linkedin.com/in/aarontangsl URL: https://www.mr-stingy.com/ and  https://www.luno.com/en/my X: @mrstingy2014 ---  Follow Chuang here:  URL: http://www.domore.my/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsu-chuang-khoo-ab199343/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/khoo.chuang/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/khoohsuchuang/ ---  Follow DoMore here:  WEBSITE: https://www.domore.my/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DoMoreTakeChargeofYourLife ITUNES: https://apple.co/2lQ47mS GOOGLE PLAY: https://bit.ly/3b1l8iO SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/y6zufvcp PODBEAN: https://domoreasia.podbean.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/domore.asia/

This health-related podcast, like my earlier one on cancer with Dr Teo Soo Hwang (see link below) is also a personal one, as I have lost a number of friends and close acquaintances to heart disease in recent months.  In some cases, the deaths were shocking, since they happened to seemingly healthy, fit and well-adjusted people. Not at all – at least superficially – that fell within the definition of ‘high-risk'. I resolved to attempt to better understand the Whys and Wherefores of heart disease, which meant there was only one person I could speak with: Dr. Suren Thuraisingham, an old family friend from back home in Penang.  Dr. Thuraisingham is a very experienced and highly respected cardiologist, having practised medicine in this field since 1990. He very kindly agreed to answer my questions about why even young and seemingly healthy people are dropping dead from heart attacks, among a whole host of related issues, including whether a link exists between Covid vaccinations and heart diseases.  (Dr. Thuraisingham is a Consultant Cardiologist at CVSKL (Cardiac Vascular Sentral Kuala Lumpur), an integrated cardiac and vascular hospital in Kuala Lumpur Malaysia. He has been a practicing cardiologist since 1990.) --  CONTENTS  00:02:04 - Why Are So Many Apparently Healthy People Dropping Dead From Heart Attacks  00:03:48 - Even Teenagers, Athletes Seem to Be Passing Away?  00:06:09 - Can You Inherit a Heart Condition? And What Ratio Can Be Attributed to It?  00:08:07 - What Were the Reasons Behind the Recent Spate of Sudden Deaths   00:09:46 - How Much of Your Heart Health Can You Directly Control?  00:11:24 - Being Trim and Fit Is No Indicator of Perfect Heart Health  00:13:01 - Recommendations?  00:14:37 - What Treatment and Medicines to Consider  00:16:18 - How to Avoid Diabetes?  00:17:28 - Symptoms of Heart Disease  00:22:43 - Is Bad Cholesterol Due to Diet? 00:23:28 - Can You Intervene in the Body's Formulation of Cholesterol?  00:25:21 - What If There Is No Family History of Heart Ailments  00:27:14 - So. How Useful is Exercise?  00:28:55 - Do Hearts Have a Finite Number of Beats? 00:30:40 What's the Link Between Heart Rates and Heart Health?  00:32:05 - How Useful is Data on Heart Rate Variability?  00:33:10 - Keep Healthy if No Family History of Heart Conditions  00:33:36 - Is There a Link Between the Covid Vaccination and Heart Attacks?  00:35:00 - What Have You Learnt From 34 Years of Treating Heart Patients?  00:38:16 - Are There Any Age, Race or Gender Categories That Make You More Vulnerable to Heart Conditions 00:41:46 - Last Remarks, A Summary   --  For Podcast with Dr Teo Soo-Hwang of Cancer Research Malaysia, click on:  https://youtu.be/13D6NHd70bY?si=yqvW2BePfaT2DItd Follow Dr Thuraisingham here:  CVSKL: https://www.cvskl.com/doctors/dr-suren-thuraisingham/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suren-thuraisingham-84222212/ Follow Chuang here:  URL: http://www.domore.my/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsu-chuang-khoo-ab199343/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/khoo.chuang/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/khoohsuchuang/ ---  Follow DoMore here:  WEBSITE: https://www.domore.my/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DoMoreTakeChargeofYourLife ITUNES: https://apple.co/2lQ47mS GOOGLE PLAY: https://bit.ly/3b1l8iO SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/y6zufvcp PODBEAN: https://domoreasia.podbean.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/domore.asia/

Former EPF CEO Tunku Alizakri: Facing Up To An Uncertain Retirement and Financial Future   Tunku Alizakri Raja Muhammad Alias is a highly experienced and respected corporate figure and a former CEO of Malaysia's Employees Provident Fund, among the world's oldest provident funds and the 7th-largest in the world, with over a trillion Ringgit in assets under management.    In today's chat, we focus on one of Malaysia's most pressing concerns: the lack of sufficient savings for many Malaysians, and the uncertain futures we all face, as we stay older for longer and the rising cost of housing, food and other basic necessities.    (Many thanks to the Asia School of Business for their collaboration with The Do More Podcast, in whose studio this conversation was recorded. The Asia School of Business is a partnership between MIT's Sloan School of Management and Bank Negara Malaysia).   CONTENTS    00:01:31 - Introduction  00:07:00 - Zakri's Forced Retirement, Savings Sufficiency  00:12:30 - Retirement and Pensions are Human Constructs  00:16:37 - How Much is ‘Enough Savings'?  00:20:20 - The Trouble with Financial Planners and Outsourcing Other Important Life Areas  00:23:27 - Can the EPF be Trusted? And the Problem with Windfall Gains  00:27:11 - How Zakri Thinks About His Own Retirement  00:30:10 - Should People Even Buy Their Own Property?   00:35:00 - Buying Life's Little Luxuries .. Yea or Nay?  00:37:05 - Different Races, Different Spending Patterns  00:44:40 - Wealth and Sufficiency are Mindset Patterns  00:47:14 - How Malaysia and China Differ, Policy-Wise  00:49:00 - Rotten Heads and the Need for a New Model  00:55:42 - How Malaysia Can be the Centre of the Impact Investing World  01:00:25 - The Need to Redefine ‘Retirement' Must Also be Discussed  01:06:00 - How to Engage Property Developers to Help Nation-Build  01:10:03 - Could the Private Sector Take the Lead?  01:12:00 - What Role Can the Monarchs Play?  01:15:01 - Who Manages the Monarchs?  01:24:30 - The Role of Creativity  01:31:30 - Where Does the EPF Go From Here?  01:39:00 - Alizakri's Three Thoughts for the Future    ABOUT TUNKU ALIZAKRI    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alizakri-alias/ At Endeavor Malaysia: https://www.endeavormalaysia.org/people/tunku-alizakri-bin-raja-muhammad-alias PAN Productions: https://www.facebook.com/PanProductions/

Malaysia Needs Reforms. LOTs of Them. Professor Terence Gomez, a former Professor of Political Economy at the University of Malaya and Dean of Economics, talks about the impact Malaysia's politics have had on the livelihoods of ordinary folks and on the nation's economy as well. (Many thanks to the Asia School of Business for their collaboration with The Do More Podcast, in whose studio this conversation was recorded. The Asia School of Business is a partnership between MIT's Sloan School of Management and Bank Negara Malaysia).   CONTENTS 00:03:00 - Where Malaysia Needs Most Improvement 00:08:15 - How and Why Governments Can Be Bigger and More Meaningful 00:14:28 - How Policy Can Change 00:19:37 - A Lopsided Privilege 00:24:40 - Why Has Malaysia Not Exploited its Vast Potential? 00:28:18 - Are Malaysians Happy? Are Singaporeans Happy? 00:37:57 - Where Does Change Come From? 00:44:32 - Institutional Repair, the Answer 00:52:59 - We Have to Go Back to Coalition Politics 01:00:44 - Execution? 01:02:35 - Why Did Pakatan Harapan 1.0 Fail? 01:05:00 - Why the Big Bang Approach Might Not Work 01:07:00 - Why Prof Gomez Is Not Worried for the Middle Class

#4x4 #explore #adventure  Thomas Foo - 4x4 World Explorer, Biker and Adventurer  Thomas 'Tango' Foo is a biker, off-roader, explorer, traveler, relief worker and entrepreneur, having spent over three decades crisscrossing all seven continents wherever his trusty Toyota Landcruiser will take him and his merry band of friends and fellow explorers.  Thomas' life is an inspiring story of courage and heart, a pursuit of his passion for adventure and travel while spreading a message of peace, love and harmony all around the world as ambassadors for Malaysia and anyone else who believes in living life to the fullest.  Not for everyone is this life but for those brave enough to embrace it, the world and its pleasures are there, available, and for free.  (I consider myself privileged to have seen one small part of this wonderful world with Thomas and hope there will be many more.) “He who is brave is free”  -- Seneca (As always, many thanks to the Asia School of Business for their collaboration with The Do More Podcast, in whose studio this conversation was recorded. The Asia School of Business is a partnership between MIT's Sloan School of Management and Bank Negara Malaysia). CONTENTS  00:03:07: How It All Started For Thomas  00:06:10: Did You Ever Have a ‘Normal' Job?  00:06:54: Where Have These Trips Taken Thomas?  00:15:15: Toyota's Bombproof LandCruiser  00:19:50: The LandCruiser 80 and 100 Series  00:20:22: Jeremy Clarkson and Famed Toyota Reliability  00:23:13: Thomas' Trips Are Long .. and Legendary  00:26:02: Being Prepared for the Unknown  00:27:33: K-Rog, A Chef on the Road  00:29:00: Malaysian Food - The Best  00:31:10: Getting the Fleet of Vehicles Ready  00:35:33: On the Canning Stock Route …  00:36:10: Fuel Quality  00:39:00: What About the Hilux?  00:39:55: The Almighty 80 Series Landcruiser  00:41:18: Tibet and China .. Altitude Sickness .. Remedies .. Viagra!  00:44:35: Tibetan Culture, Architecture, Scenery, Buddhism, Food, Beauty all Round!  00:46:55: Everest Base Camp From the Tibet Side!   00:52:00: Shigatse's Monasteries and Inner Peace  00:54:05: How Accessible and Inspirational is Tibet?  00:57:06: How Much are These Trips?  01:00:55: Planning Trips - Africa 2024!! Namibia, Angola, Tanzania et al  01:04:00: Sup Kambing in the Sahara Desert!   01:06:10: Who Comes on These Trips?  01:07:35: Making Life Count: Happiness!  01:10:10: There Are Also Motorcycles!  01:12:35: BMW GS', Triumph Tigers, GS310s  01:16:30: BK Lim's Downing to Downing - the Humble Scooter  01:18:00: The One and Only .. One Dollar: Mohd Assir  01:20:30: Girls (Like Nurul and Anita Yusof) Ride Overland too  01:23:00: Why is ‘One Dollar' named ‘One Dollar'?  01:24:32: Will Africa 2024 Have Motorcycles Too? Climate?  01:29:00: What about the Middle East?  01:30:00: Yusuf Hashim …  FOLLOW THOMAS HERE:  FB: https://www.facebook.com/thomas.foo.56  URLs:  https://www.4x4worldexplorer.com/ https://www.exploreroutfitter.com/ Some Press: https://www.carsifu.my/news/For-Thomas-Foo-life-is-a-4X4-adventure Follow Chuang here:  URL: http://www.domore.my/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hsu-chuang-khoo-ab199343/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/khoo.chuang/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/khoohsuchuang/  ---  Follow DoMore here:  WEBSITE: https://www.domore.my/ YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/DoMoreTakeChargeofYourLife ITUNES: https://apple.co/2lQ47mS GOOGLE PLAY: https://bit.ly/3b1l8iO SPOTIFY: https://tinyurl.com/y6zufvcp PODBEAN: https://domoreasia.podbean.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/domore.asia/

500 Global's Khailee Ng – Entrepreneur, Venture Capitalist and Philosopher   Khailee Ng is among Malaysia's tech successes, having exited two startups with Says.Com and Groupsmore, and funding, through the venture capital firm 500 Global, seven regional unicorns, including Grab, Carousell, Bukalapak and Carsome.  With success having come early to him and plenty of time to consider ‘Life' at a more tender age than most, he also has reached fascinating conclusions about the world at large, giving this discussion a much wider and colourful range than normal.  Please Like, Share and Subscribe if you can! :-)))))  (As always, many thanks to the Asia School of Business for their collaboration with The Do More Podcast, in whose studio this conversation was recorded. The Asia School of Business is a partnership between MIT's Sloan School of Management and Bank Negara Malaysia). --- CONTENTS:  00:01:25 - Starting in the Media World (and Exiting) With Says.Com  00:04:48 - Enslaving a Nation by Depriving Independent Thought  00:08:25 - The Quest for Virality via Dopamine  00:15:57 - How Venture Capital Can Be a Force For Good  00:23:05 - Entrepreneurship and Dealing With Stress  00:25:35 - Tech Today - Where Is It? Valuations? Profitability? Growth?   00:28:35 - Venture Capital is a Sport of Co-Creation  00:34:34 - Entrepreneur / Venture Capitalist - Can One Become the Other?  00:39:47 - The Power of Thought and Actualisation  00:49:00 - The Process - A Day in the Life  00:55:46 - Making Hay In This Slice of Time .. As a Challenger Nation  01:09:14 - When People Build Nations, Not Politicians  01:14:15 - The Right People Mix in a Thriving Country  01:15:40 - Khailee's Experimental Life  01:17:08 - That Time on Necker Island with Richard Branson ..  01:18:18 - Having a Super Powerful RAS (Reticular Activating System) Magnet – ie Self Actualisation  01:19:27 - Branson Said, ‘Giving Money Away Is As Difficult and Interesting as Making Money..'  01:23:38 - Micro Charity is Accessible: Reference Ng Sek San, UrMu and Cold Tenderloin in San Francisco  01:31:35 - Outsourcing Nation-Building Disempowers You, So What's Your Personal ESG Policy?  01:33:24 - Going Beyond Meaning: Is It Religion?   01:42:00 - What's the Future About?  01:49:22 - Transcending Specialisation and Becoming a Full-Stack Human Like Da Vinci and Bucky Fuller  01:53:44 - Investing In the Human Psyche to Find the Next Stage of Technology  02:01:06 - What's Next for this Full Stack Individual?  FOLLOW KHAILEE HERE:  URL: https://khailee.com/  IG: https://www.instagram.com/khaileeng  Twitter: https://twitter.com/khailee  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/khailee/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/khailee/ 

Stashaway's Michel Ferrario - Can Robo-Advisors Make Your Financial Dreams Come True?  Michele Ferrario, one of Stashaway's three co-founders and its CEO, shares his journey, the state of tech markets, planning for retirement, financial literacy and being an entrepreneur, among many other things.  (Many thanks to the Asia School of Business for their collaboration with The Do More Podcast, in whose studio this conversation was recorded. The Asia School of Business is a partnership between MIT's Sloan School of Management and Bank Negara Malaysia). --- FOLLOW MICHELE HERE:  LinkedIn: https://shorturl.at/ajsQ0  At Stash: https://www.stashaway.my/about-us 

Tan Sri Abdul Wahid Omar - A Humble Malaysian Super-Achiever Tan Sri Wahid came from humble beginnings to become one of Malaysia's most successful corporate leaders in the new millennium, successfully leading four major organisations in infrastructure development (UEM), telecommunications (Telekom Malaysia), financial services (Maybank) and investment management (Permodalan Nasional Bhd).  He was also appointed a Senator and Minister in the Prime Minister's Department in charge of Economic Planning from June 2013 to June 2016, heeding a national call to duty. Today, he is the Chairman of the stock exchange operator Bursa Malaysia as well as Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM).  Throughout his career and through the turbulence and pressures of corporate and political life, Tan Sri Wahid has managed to comport himself in the same calm and humble manner that he has become known for, making him one of the most respected and likeable figures in corporate Malaysia.  Here, he shares his rules and principles for life with Khoo Hsu Chuang.  (Many thanks to the Asia School of Business for their collaboration with The Do More Podcast, in whose studio this conversation was recorded. The Asia School of Business is a partnership between MIT's Sloan School of Management and Bank Negara Malaysia). ADDITIONAL DETAILS AND MEMOIRS FROM TS WAHID HERE:  Wikipedia: https://shorturl.at/ghmXY  At Bursa: https://shorturl.at/jsDJ5  From Axiata: https://shorturl.at/erAIP 

Few folks, if ever, see their childhood dreams come true. Even fewer make it happen in their forties.  For Jewelen's Ivy Teong, that jump was made, becoming a jewellery designer and business owner, in her second career.  This is her story.  --- FOLLOW IVY HERE:  IG: @juwelen_design   URL: https://www.juwelendesign.com/  YT:  @ivyteong570  Blog: https://ivyteong.blogspot.com/

Dwi Emas' Anne Tham - From Tuition Teacher to Education Entrepreneur  Anne Tham could have been any one of us. The only difference is that she took the plunge. To try and make a difference.  Otherwise she would have remained a tuition teacher, griping at the system's many flaws, like so many other Malaysians.  Instead, she is today the head of a number of schools trying to make a difference, fully aware that an education – a proper one – is the key to unlocking a better future.  (Many thanks to the Asia School of Business for their collaboration with The Do More Podcast, in whose studio this conversation was recorded. The Asia School of Business is a partnership between MIT Sloan School of Management and Bank Negara Malaysia). CONTENTS  00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:21 - The Origins of Dwi Emas  00:04:00 - How a Teacher Morphs Into Entrepreneur  00:07:36 - Left-Brain Right-Brain Abilities, a Very Rare Phenomenon   00:09:41 - Learning a Language in Five Minutes  00:14:30 - Replicating Education  00:15:51 - What Happens When Your Teachers Leave  00:20:08 - Using Technology and Social Media to Scale Teaching English  00:21:52 - Why Evolve Via IGCSE and not KSSM?  00:24:30 - A Complete Re-Engineering  00:30:01 - Human Skills are CRITICAL  00:32:21 - Why Malaysian Grads Are Still Appealing  00:39:00 - ChatGPT: Friend or Foe?  00:41:50 - Aren't Private Schools Elitist? Poor Kids Can't Afford ..  00:47:32 - Is There a Robin Hood Model  00:48:19 - Why Entrepreneurship Needs Communicating and Leadership   00:50:30 - Why Public Education Has Failed Miserably  00:56:19 - Why Education Must be Tied to Useable Life Skills  00:56:58 - How Education Can Be Completely Rethought  01:00:32 - How Business and Life Coalesce  01:03:51 - Convent Light Street in Penang - A New School  01:05:22 - The Skills One Needs to Succeed in Life  01:07:27 - Advice for Those Seeking a Life Change  01:08:47 - The Best Thing About Being an Entrepreneur  FOLLOW ANNE HERE  URL: https://aceedventure.com/founders/  LinkedIn: https://tinyurl.com/322zy8hw  At Endeavor: https://www.endeavormalaysia.org/peop...  At WEF: https://www.wef.org.in/anne-tham/ 

MIT's Pulkit Agrawal - Artificial Intelligence: Friend or Foe?  Should AI be feared or welcomed? Humankind is still in a quandary on this issue.  Best to speak to the experts then, in the form of Pulkit Agrawal, who is an Assistant Professor at MIT, building Artificial Intelligence and Fundamental Interaction systems for commercial application.  His areas of study include robotics, computer vision, artificial intelligence and reinforcement learning.  (Many thanks to the Asia School of Business for their collaboration with The Do More Podcast, in whose studio this conversation was recorded. The Asia School of Business is a partnership between MIT Sloan School of Management and Bank Negara Malaysia). Contents  00:01:08 - How Studying the Brain Led to AI  00:03:10 - AI Is Not New ..  00:05:16 - Is AI Development too Fast? 00:09:22 - AI and Motor Skills ie Moravec's Paradox  00:12:55 - Robots Must be Legalled  00:15:24 - Should Robots Be Allowed to Impersonate Humans?  00:17:55 - The Cutting Edge of AI Is In ..  00:20:23 - Robot Sentience: True or False?  00:23:02 - Consciousness and Intelligence aka the Difference Between Obedience and Defiance  00:27:01 - ‘Progress' at the Expense of Guardrails  00:30:47 - Can AI Replace ‘Education'?  00:34:05 - Imagine a World Without Schools and Universities ..  00:36:22 - Embedding Chips in the Brain  00:39:27 - Do Engineers Think about the Ramifications of Runaway Development?  00:45:13 - Why Elon Musk is Struggling with Self-Drive  00:48:04 - How Far Away are Self-Driving Cars?  00:49:44 - Apple's VR Headsets .. Where's the Future?  00:51:26 - If You Connect Your Mind Can Your Thoughts be Read?  00:53:10 - Can Motor Sensory Skills be Enhanced?  00:54:29 - How Should One Prepare for a World of AI?  00:56:47 - What Skills Must People Learn?  --  Follow Pulkit here:  MIT: https://people.csail.mit.edu/pulkitag/  Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?...  LinkedIn:  /pulkit-agrawal-967a4218     Twitter/X: @pulkitology 

Kavin Jay – Comedians, Malaysia's REAL Journalists  Kavin Jay is one of Malaysia's funniest men, recognised as such by the Netflix special he was invited to record in 2018, titled ‘Everybody Calm Down'. He is also one of Malaysia's most original and ‘real' comedians, driven to his art by a very unique set of circumstances.  Here, he talks to Chuang about his journey to comedy, evolving along the way to become a true storyteller, much akin to a journalist, though often braver – and definitely funnier.  (Many thanks to the Asia School of Business for their collaboration with The Do More Podcast, in whose studio this conversation was recorded. The Asia School of Business is a partnership between MIT Sloan School of Management and Bank Negara Malaysia). CONTENTS  00:00:00 - Intro 00:03:10 - How Kavin Started in Comedy  00:07:25 - Inspiration from Eddie Murphy, George Carlin, Bill Burr, Ronnie Chieng and others  00:12:55 - Comedy is Universal  00:18:18 - And Then Netflix Came Calling ..  00:26:29 - What Netflix Looks For  00:29:25 - Kavin's Process  00:35:00 - I'm Sorry I Shouted - Dimensions to Comedy  00:43:10 - Uncle Roger is Funnier Than Nigel Ng  00:47:07 - The Problem with Social Media  00:52:35 - Making Money From Comedy  00:54:45 - Russell Peters and Asian Comedy  01:00:00 - The Crack House Disaster  01:07:40 - ADHD and Social Awkwardness  01:10:38 - Comedians, Depression, Anxiety … and Dopamine  01:14:00 - The Problem with Gym Bros  01:23:14 - Beating ADHD  01:25:21 - The Next Step  01:26:57 - Radio's Real-Ness; Fly Guy and ‘Lil Kev  01:28:11 - Comedians Can't Do Live Radio  01:32:44 - What's Next for Kavin  ---  FOLLOW KAVIN HERE  URL: https://www.kavinjay.com/  IG: / kavinjay  Wiki: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kavin_J...  Twitter/X: @KavinJay 

MIT's Sanjay Sarma: Why Indian CEOs Are Taking Over the World  The Asian Century is well upon us but the rise of her people on the world stage has not been a linear one. Fraught with complexities and clearly divisive, the reasons for this video's title are nonetheless fascinating – and instructive.  Today's chat is with Sanjay Sarma, the brilliant and affable CEO of the Asia School of Business in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, having arrived from sojourns in the private sector, academia and the literary world.  (Many thanks to the Asia School of Business for their collaboration with The Do More Podcast, in whose studio this conversation was recorded. The Asia School of Business is a partnership between MIT Sloan School of Management and Bank Negara Malaysia). For MIT's research on Indian CEOs:  ‘Why East Asians but not South Asians are underrepresented in leadership positions in the United States' By Jackson G. Lu, Richard E. Nisbett, and Michael W. Morris  https://www.pnas.org/doi/abs/10.1073/...  See also:  ‘A cultural clue to why East Asians are kept from US C-suites' https://mitsloan.mit.edu/ideas-made-t...  And  ‘How multiethnic networking could propel more East Asians into US C-suites  ' https://mitsloan.mit.edu/ideas-made-t...  CONTENTS  00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:36 - From the Indian Institute of Technology to Carnegie Mellon, Berkeley and then MIT  00:03:15 - The Child of Illustrious Parents, Dinner Table Topics  00:05:15 - The Phenomenon of the Global Indian CEO  00:06:36 - Jackson Lu (of MIT)'s Research Findings  00:08:56 - Nature or Nurture?  00:11:12 - Are Today's CEOs Becoming More Agreeable?   00:16:01 - The Power of Reflection  00:17:16 - How to Be Focused About Meetings  00:19:01 - Advising the Indian Economy  00:21:35 - Should India Be More Assertive?  00:24:44 - The Power and Pursuit of Curiosity  00:29:52 - Are Patriarchal Family Controlled Businesses Facing Extinction?  00:32:24 - What, Really, is IoT?  00:34:08 - Only the Paranoid Survive  00:35:42 - America Appears to Be Fearful of Web3  00:38:36 - Colonial' Pipeline's Role in America's Crypto Fears  00:39:37 - Should CBDCs be Feared? (CBDCs: Central Bank Digital Currencies)  00:40:48 - ‘Grasp': Why Education Must Be Rethought (‘Grasp' is a book authored by Sanjay Sarma)  00:43:44 - Are Universities Antiquated?  00:45:40 - Are Quaternary (ie Postgraduate) Degrees No Longer Relevant?  00:47:10 - The Value Universities Add to the Mix  00:48:35 - What is the Value of an ‘MIT' Label? Why Proxies Matter  00:50:55 - Why Do Corporations Exist?  00:52:18 - Chuang to Sanjay: ‘Are You a Success?'  00:54:07 - Rules for Life  00:56:22 - The Role of Fate  FOLLOW SANJAY HERE:  At ASB: https://asb.edu.my/about/the-leadersh...  Wiki: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sanjay_...  At MIT: https://meche.mit.edu/people/faculty/...  Some Research: https://scholar.google.com/citations?...