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We dig into the controversy surrounding Timothée Chalamet’s comments about opera and ballet — what he said, why it landed the way it did, and whether the backlash is warranted or overblown. Then we turn to the screen: we review the long-awaited new season of Scrubs and ask whether the beloved comedy still has the heart and the humour that made it a classic. Plus, we review The President’s Cake, and we take a look at Pixar’s latest, Hoppers — does it mark a return to form for the studio, or is it another swing and a miss? You can watch Scrubs on Disney+. The President’s Cake is showing at selected GSC locations. And Hoppers opens in Malaysian cinemas on Wednesday, March 18. Thank you for checking out The Goggler Podcast, if you have any thoughts or questions, just email us on podcast@goggler.my, or reach out to us via Instagram. You can also WhatsApp us on The Goggler Hotline, on +60125245208 RSS: https://goggler.my/feed/podcast/

This week’s Ask Us Anything takes us from a galaxy far, far away, with plenty to say about The Mandalorian & Grogu, to the cold, unsettling corridors of Kubrick’s Eyes Wide Shut. We weigh in on how cinema has historically grappled with conflict in the context of the ongoing Iran war, debate what the future of HBO looks like for Malaysian audiences, and get into the uncomfortable but necessary conversation about whether the cinema-going experience, as we know it, is on borrowed time. Thank you for checking out The Goggler Podcast, if you have any thoughts or questions, just email us on podcast@goggler.my, or reach out to us via Instagram. You can also WhatsApp us on The Goggler Hotline, on +60125245208 RSS: https://goggler.my/feed/podcast/

Bahir and Uma break down the first trailer for HBO Max’s highly anticipated Lanterns, before diving into reviews of Prime Video’s swashbuckling action thriller The Bluff, Chloé Zhao’s emotionally devastating Hamnet, and Maggie Gyllenhaal’s wildly ambitious gothic romance, The Bride! The Bride! is now showing in Malaysian cinemas, Hamnet is available at selected GSC locations, and you can watch The Bluff on Prime Video. Thank you for checking out The Goggler Podcast, if you have any thoughts or questions, just email us on podcast@goggler.my, or reach out to us via Instagram. You can also WhatsApp us on The Goggler Hotline, on +60125245208 RSS: https://goggler.my/feed/podcast/

This week on Epic Arcade, your video game besties, Kelvin and Afiq breaks down the controversy surrounding Metacritics AI-written review, its record-breaking launch weekend, and Sony's surprising decision to scale back PC ports. They also dive into Highguard's sudden shutdown, the Overwatch x Nier and Apex x Gundam collabs, and spotlight two games you need on your radar. Screamer and Crimson Desert.Episode HighlightsAI Review Scandal: VideoGamer's fake RE Requiem review and Metacritic's responseRE Requiem breaks records: 334K concurrent players, doubling RE4 RemakeSony pulls back from PC: $1.5B earned but still not enough?Highguard shuts down: 2M players, gone in under 2 monthsCollabs: Overwatch x Nier Automata and Apex Legends x GundamGame Spotlights: Screamer and Crimson DesertEpic Arcade is a proud member of the Renegade Radio Network. For more proudly Malaysian-made podcasts, visit www.renegadeplus.com. The Epic Arcade Podcast is hosted by your video game besties, Kelvin Tay, Afiq Kamarudin, and Nick Dorian. Follow us on:Instagram: https://.instagram.com/epicarcadepod/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@epicarcadepod

Producer Josh updates us on a Davenport couple arrested on gun charges, a Malaysian man with too many teeth, and an inmate who may (or may not) have tried to escape

2025 was a remarkable year for Malaysian wushu. At the World Wushu Championships in Brazil, the team brought home 8 medals, and a fantastic showing at the SEA Games rounded off the year in style — putting the sport firmly back in the spotlight. One of its rising stars, SEA Games gold medalist Mandy Cebelle Chen, joins the show to lift the curtain on this athletic and graceful sport and share her journey so far.Image Credit: Mandy Cebelle Chen

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Well, we are at war. It doesn't matter what MAGA calls it tomorrow — it's war. Jared and Mike may not be foreign policy analysts , but they know enough to recognize who else isn't, either. The hosts wade into a Caspian Sea of bad takes in this premium episode, running through the propaganda of Zionist extremists, antisemitic extremists, and, in some cases, people so stupid you'd consider it extreme. Stick around to the end to find Malaysian website personality Ian Miles Cheong riding a bomb over the skies of Dubai like Major T.J. “King” Kong. It's an Iran-filled episode that only the ghost of John McCain could truly love.Support the show and gain access to weekly bonus episodes: patreon.com/postingthroughit

Kia ora. Welcome to Friday's Economy Watch where we follow the economic events and trends that affect Aotearoa/New Zealand. I'm David Chaston and this is the international edition from Interest.co.nz. Today we lead with news bankrupt US/Israeli decisions to choose war over peaceful pressure are having global consequences. But first, the Federal Reserve Beige Book for February reported that overall US economic activity increased at a slight to moderate pace in seven of the twelve Federal Reserve Districts, while the number of Districts reporting flat or declining activity increased from four in the prior period to five in the current period. This is not a review that found strong growth. US jobless claims rose last week by +18,000 from the prior week to 213,000 but most of that can be accounted for by seasonal factors. There are now 2.21 mln people on these benefits, similar to this time last year, but significantly higher than the 2024 levels. February announced job cuts were lower than in January, but together the first two months have been almost as high as the equivalent 2025 levels. This survey also tracks hiring plans and that is down more than -50% from last year. Tomorrow the February US non-farm payrolls will be released and analysts expect a low +59,000 gain. That would be half the +130,000 January level, itself historically low. According to AAA monitoring, average petrol prices (91) in the US are now US$3.25/gal (NZ$1.46L / AU$1.23/L) This is up +9% from US$2.98/gal a week ago, up from US$2.89/gal a month ago, or a +12.5% rise. US natural gas prices are up +7.2% over the same time-frame but to be fair are still very low. But in Europe, these prices are up +70% (in the UK) and up 53% (in Germany) for example. In India, natural gas prices have tripled for many users over the past few days. It is natural to wonder what Trump would say if the EU (or India) took unilateral actions that imposed similar cost jumps on the US. It is no longer safe to be a 'friend' of the US, or any country that pursues policies that "put me first". American policymakers are scrambling to assess a wide range of materials where access is at risk. And institutions more broadly are doing the same. We need to start keeping a closer eye on supply chain pressures. The NY Fed's February monitoring shows it elevated but nothing like the pandemic period, although not yet accounting for the current stresses. Taiwanese industrial production rose +28.5% in January from a year ago, no surprise given the export order data we have been noting. But it is their sharpest rise in at least a decade, probably longer. However, things are not positive for Taiwanese retail sales; they actually decreased in January. But this was entirely due to Chinese New Year falling in a different period this year. Singapore retail sales data for January also got twisted by the holiday timing. The Malaysian central bank kept its policy rate unchanged overnight at 2.75%, saying inflation there is well contained. But they are worried about Middle East conflict effects. China said it is lowering its growth target - slightly. Premier Li Qiang is set to announce a "around 4.5 to 5%" target while delivering the government work report, a key policy document, at the opening session of the National People's Congress later today. The departure from the "around 5%" growth target for the past three years signals the start of a period of slower expansion in China. A big focus is on stabilising their moribund real estate markets. 'Stabilising' will undoubtedly mean subsidies and incentives to unlock buyer interest in the sector again. That will be a hard ask, given the widespread pain still in recent memory. EU retail sales rose +2.3% in January, although slightly less in the Euro Area. In Australia, household spending rose +4.6% in January from a year ago, the slowest pace since late May, following a +5.0% rise in December. This was a smaller increase than expected. Global container freight rates, which had been falling every week in 2026 so far, turned +3% higher last week as the early signs of the Middle East pressures started to mount. Outbound China rates are up +10% for the week. However, they are still -23% lower than year-ago levels. It might be different when this week's data is released next week, of course. More currently, bulk cargo rates are up +6% for the week. Shipping traffic in the Straits of Hormuz has ceased altogether. (Live here.) And we should note ships outside the Strait are under attack too, so the conflict stresses are spreading. New Zealand and Australia have significant food exports into the Middle East region, and they are now disrupted. We noted the sharp rise in fertiliser costs yesterday and more broadly, that is bringing warnings of food shortage consequences. And as if these crises aren't enough, overshadowed is the Blue Owl private credit car crash in the US, and the wider concerns about their risky loans. Some insiders are now talking about a consequential "bank run" being caused by this. The UST 10yr yield is now just on 4.14%, up +6 bps from yesterday.  The price of gold will start today down -US$71 from yesterday at US$5076/oz. Silver is down -US$2 at US$82/oz today. American oil prices are up more than +US$5.50, up +7% in a day, at just under US$79.50/bbl, while the international Brent price is down the same to be now just on US$84.50/bbl. The Kiwi dollar is down -40 bps against the USD from yesterday, now just on 58.9 USc. Against the Aussie we are up +20 bps at 84.1 AUc. We are down -30 bps against the yen. Against the euro we are down -10 bps at 50.9 euro cents. That all means our TWI-5 starts today down -30 bps, now just over 62.6. The bitcoin price starts today at US$71,316 and down -2.6% from this time yesterday, although holding on to a large part of yesterday's rise. Volatility over the past 24 hours has been moderate at just on +/- 2.1%. You can get more news affecting the economy in New Zealand from interest.co.nz. Kia ora. I'm David Chaston and we'll do this again on Monday.

PlIn a move that has shocked the gaming industry, Sony Interactive Entertainment has officially confirmed it is shutting down Bluepoint Games. Known for setting the "Gold Standard" with masterpieces like the Demon's Souls and Shadow of the Colossus remakes, the Austin-based studio will officially shutter in March 2026.In this episode of Epic Arcade, Kelvin and Afiq dive deep into the timeline of this disaster. How did a studio with a flawless technical track record go from being acquired in 2021 to being dismantled just five years later?Epic Arcade is a proud member of the Renegade Radio Network. For more proudly Malaysian-made podcasts, visit www.renegadeplus.com. The Epic Arcade Podcast is hosted by your video game besties, Kelvin Tay, Afiq Kamarudin, and Nick Dorian. Follow us on:Instagram: https://.instagram.com/epicarcadepod/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@epicarcadepodEpic Arcade is a proud member of the Renegade Radio Network. For more proudly Malaysian-made podcasts, visit www.renegadeplus.com. The Epic Arcade Podcast is hosted by your video game besties, Kelvin Tay, Afiq Kamarudin, and Nick Dorian. Follow us on:Instagram: https://.instagram.com/epicarcadepod/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@epicarcadepod

It's time to return to Season 3 - Michelle Yeoh plays five different roles in a new short film centered on the night market in Penang, so of course we had to talk about it! ANORA and THE FLORIDA PROJECT director Sean Baker teams up with Yeoh to shine a light on a part of Malaysian culture rarely seen on film.

In this episode, we plunge into the claustrophobic horror of Iron Lung and the slick intrigue of Crime 101, breaking down what works, what doesn't, and why they've got everyone talking. Then we zoom out to the industry headlines, unpacking the recent BAFTA controversy and Netflix's buzzy new documentary on America's Next Top Model. Crime 101 and Iron Lung are now showing in Malaysian cinemas. You can watch Reality Check: Inside America’s Next Top Model on Netflix. Thank you for checking out The Goggler Podcast, if you have any thoughts or questions, just email us on podcast@goggler.my, or reach out to us via Instagram. You can also WhatsApp us on The Goggler Hotline, on +60125245208 RSS: https://goggler.my/feed/podcast/

An interesting day as the ASX 200 closed up 2 points at 9201. A good fight back from early losses as we await the day's action in Iran. The playbook for a conflict was back in force. Gold miners rose with NST up 4.8% and EVN rising 6.6%, base metal stocks also rose with oil and gas stocks flying high, STO up 6.7% with KAR rallying 15.2% on a broker upgrade too. Uranium stocks firmed. The big miners were solid, BHP and RIO up around 1.4% although FMG fell 3.0% as it went ex-dividend. Travel stocks fell, WEB down % and FLT off 5.7%. QAN down 5.4% although VGN rose 4.5%. Retail stocks eased back as oil price rises will take away some demand. ALL down 1.8% and JBH off 0.7%. Tech stocks were hurt, more on US tech than any war discount. WTC dropped % and XRO fell % with the All-Tech Index down 2.5%. Banks were flat with the Big Bank Basket down to $302.24 (%). Issues more with mortgage fraud and following US banks lower. MQG hit for six on US investment bank woes, Plus MFG announced a merger with Barrenjoey.  Other financials also eased back. In corporate news, LYC jumped 5.4% on a renewal of its Malaysian licence for another ten years. MAF dropped 2.6% after agreeing to sell Infinite Care. MFG in a halt, as it raises $130m to merge with Barrenjoey. In economic news, Job advertisements in Australia rose back-to-back for the first time in 16 months. Asian markets weaker, South Korea closed, Japan down 1.3% with airline stocks in Asia under serious pressure. HK down 1.6% and China down 0.1%10-year yields fall to 4.64%US Futures obviously weaker but off lows, weaker despite Nvidia results beating forecasts. DJ down 360 Nasdaq down 180. US crude up 5.7% at US$70. —Marcus Today – Daily Market InsightsMarcus Today provides clear, practical commentary for self-directed investors – covering markets, portfolios, education, and decision-making without the noise.If you'd like to go further:Start a free 14-day trial of Marcus Today http://bit.ly/mt-trial-podcastJoin Marcus Today Use code MTPODCAST for 10% off http://bit.ly/mt-join-podcast-offerMT20 – Managed ETF Portfolio A professionally managed portfolio run by Marcus Padley and the team, using ASX-listed ETFs with active market timing. http://bit.ly/mt20-podcastPrinciples – How We Think About Investing A short video series on timing, behaviour, and decision-making. No stock tips. http://bit.ly/mt-principles-podcast—Disclaimer This podcast is general information only and does not consider your personal circumstances. It is not personal financial advice.

Kia ora. Welcome to Monday's Economy Watch where we follow the economic events and trends that affect Aotearoa/New Zealand. I'm David Chaston and this is the international edition from Interest.co.nz. Today we lead with news Trump has got his distraction war, flooding the recent zone of poor news with an adventure he has created. Business eyes will be on how the financial markets react. (Others can watch the politics.) So far, the equity futures markets have the S&P500 virtually unchanged (+0.1%), the US Treasury 10 year down -8 bps from their Friday close, and the USD (DXY) lower from Friday, but little-changed from a week ago. Oil prices will be closely watched, because the Strait of Hormuz has been closed by Iran. So far they are up 3% in off-market weekend reactions. Gold is up modestly so far too, but silver and platinum have jumped sharply, both gaining about +6% and both heading back toward the late-January peaks. Spreads, or the premium companies must pay over a risk-free US Treasury, are at their highest since November for investment grade companies, and their the highest since December for those with a sub-investment grade rating. But first, looking ahead this week, there is a raft of second tier data released locally, including some trade, and more importantly mortgage markets data. And we will get the Q4-2025 RBNZ Dashboard data, exposing the winners and losers among the local banks. In Australia. it will be all about the Q4-2025 GDP, and household spending data this week In the US on the economic front, they will have their non-farm payrolls report for February at the end of the week. We will get independent ISM PMIs and retail sales updated too. In China, data will be relatively light as Beijing insists its news attention is on their next five year plan meetings. But there will be PMIs out in China, as well as Canada, South Korea, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, South Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Singapore. Trade data are also scheduled from Indonesia, while inflation figures will be released in Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand, South Korea, Vietnam, and Taiwan. Additionally, the Malaysian central bank is set to announce its latest monetary policy decision. Over the weekend, the US PPI release shows that inflation has their producer prices firmly in its grip. Year-on-year this measure of industrial inflation wasn't too special at +2.9%, but core PPI was up +3.4% and the jump in January from December of +0.5% grabbed analysts' attention. Tariff-taxes are driving the increases as importers refuse to absorb some of these costs anymore. Meanwhile some of this also showed up in the Chicago PMI for February. The Chicago Business Barometer was expected to ease lower. Rather it leapt into a strong expansion. It was so different to the data around it on the ground had suggested, it might be wise not to jump to any early conclusions on the gain. And let's not forget the growing worries about 'cockroaches'. Concerns about the risks of private credit are not going away just because they are overshadowed by geopolitical tensions. In fact, those tensions will bring risk aversion and likely magnify the private credit risks. Investors who want out could trigger something big. Across the Pacific, Korean exports turned in another gigantic result in February, showing that the extraordinary January was no fluke. Their exports were +29.0% that a year ago at a record US$67.5 bln for the month, and this was even though there were three fewer working days and the Lunar New Year holiday break. It is another extraordinary result. Both the US and China saw imports from Korea rise more than +30% for each. In China, we should keep an eye on their car industry. They have returned from holiday with a large excess of unsold stock and are responding with promotions that feature heavy discounting. This may trigger a reckoning for many carmakers, large or small. Like their property industry, it could have wide-ranging implications. And staying in China, according to estimates by China International Capital Corp, roughly ¥75 tln (NZ$18 tln) in household term deposits will mature this year, and most of it had maturities of one year or longer. Most will be reinvested, but with such enormous flows, even small amounts diverted (to say gold, or higher risk/return options) will have very important impacts. The UST 10yr yield is now just on 3.96%, down -6 bps from this time Saturday.  The price of gold will start today up +US$93 from yesterday at US$5278/oz. Silver is up +US$5.50 at US$93/oz today. When global markets reopen, it will be unsurprising to see these prices rise sharply. American oil prices are up almost +US$2 at just on US$67/bbl, while the international Brent price is now just under US$73/bbl. But when global markets reopen today, expect a sharp rise as well. The Kiwi dollar is unchanged against the USD from Saturday, still just on 60 USc. Against the Aussie we are unchanged at 84.3 AUc. We are little-changed against the yen as well. Against the euro we are holding at 50.7 euro cents. That all means our TWI-5 starts today basically the same as Saturday, still just on 63.4. The bitcoin price starts today at US$66,168 and up +0.7% from this time Saturday. Volatility over the past 24 hours has been moderate, also at just over +/- 2.3%. You can get more news affecting the economy in New Zealand from interest.co.nz. Kia ora. I'm David Chaston and we'll do this again tomorrow.

Last call for #WomenInSports and we're putting the spotlight on Fariha Razak, Malaysian netballer yang dah lalui banyak pengalaman both in sports and entertainment industry. From tough trainings to how dia terjebak dalam nyanyian serta hosting - let's hear her talk about mindset, teamwork, and how every struggle teaches her something new #jomsembang

From considering UEC path to starting school at six – is Malaysia's education overhaul built to last? Synopsis: Every fourth Friday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the hottest political and trending talking points, alternating between its Malaysia and China bureaus. For our February episode, ST’s Malaysia bureau chief Shannon Teoh and host Zurairi A.R. are joined by Eddin Khoo, historian, writer, educator, and founder of Malaysian traditional culture conservation group Pusaka. Highlights (click/tap above): 2:08 There are more encroachment into the Chinese minority in Kelantan now. What has changed in the last five years? 7:35 PAS’ return to federal government seems imminent. What lessons should non-Muslims draw from Kelantan’s experience? 11:19 Has the government found a durable solution on Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) or will this just spell more trouble in the future? 16:23 PM Anwar seems to have found a political balancing act on UEC. How sustainable is this? 19:38 Was the rollback on the Standard One readiness test responsive governance or poor planning? 22:12 What do Malaysians actually want from the education system? 26:52 If you were elected mayor of KL, what would you fix first? Read more: Where Muslims pray in ‘Beijing Mosque’ and a Chinese community finds its way https://str.sg/chinese-minority-kelantan Malaysia makes Malay and history compulsory for Chinese independent school route to public universities: https://str.sg/7BNQ After Sabah drubbing, debate reignites over little-known exam that could break up PM Anwar’s coalition: https://str.sg/n6yA Who should run KL? Study into local polls stirs fears over demographics: https://str.sg/ci5e Read Zurairi A.R.’s articles: https://str.sg/DCfr Read Shannon Teoh's articles: https://str.sg/wzyK Sign up for ST’s weekly Asian Insider newsletter: https://str.sg/sfpz Host: Zurairi A.R. (zurairi@sph.com.sg) Produced and edited by: Fa’izah Sani Executive producer: Ernest Luis Follow Asian Insider Podcast on Fridays here: Channel: https://str.sg/JWa7 Apple Podcasts: https://str.sg/JWa8 Spotify: https://str.sg/JWaX Website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg SPH Awedio app: https://www.awedio.sg --- Follow more ST podcast channels: All-in-one ST Podcasts channel: https://str.sg/wvz7 Get more updates: http://str.sg/stpodcasts The Usual Place Podcast YouTube: https://str.sg/4Vwsa --- Get The Straits Times app, which has a dedicated podcast player section: The App Store: https://str.sg/icyB Google Play: https://str.sg/icyX --- #STAsianInsiderSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From considering UEC path to starting school at six – is Malaysia's education overhaul built to last? Synopsis: Every fourth Friday of the month, The Straits Times analyses the hottest political and trending talking points, alternating between its Malaysia and China bureaus. For our February episode, ST’s Malaysia bureau chief Shannon Teoh and host Zurairi A.R. are joined by Eddin Khoo, historian, writer, educator, and founder of Malaysian traditional culture conservation group Pusaka. Highlights (click/tap above): 2:08 There are more encroachment into the Chinese minority in Kelantan now. What has changed in the last five years? 7:35 PAS’ return to federal government seems imminent. What lessons should non-Muslims draw from Kelantan’s experience? 11:19 Has the government found a durable solution on Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) or will this just spell more trouble in the future? 16:23 PM Anwar seems to have found a political balancing act on UEC. How sustainable is this? 19:38 Was the rollback on the Standard One readiness test responsive governance or poor planning? 22:12 What do Malaysians actually want from the education system? 26:52 If you were elected mayor of KL, what would you fix first? Read more: Where Muslims pray in ‘Beijing Mosque’ and a Chinese community finds its way https://str.sg/chinese-minority-kelantan Malaysia makes Malay and history compulsory for Chinese independent school route to public universities: https://str.sg/7BNQ After Sabah drubbing, debate reignites over little-known exam that could break up PM Anwar’s coalition: https://str.sg/n6yA Who should run KL? Study into local polls stirs fears over demographics: https://str.sg/ci5e Read Zurairi A.R.’s articles: https://str.sg/DCfr Read Shannon Teoh's articles: https://str.sg/wzyK Sign up for ST’s weekly Asian Insider newsletter: https://str.sg/sfpz Host: Zurairi A.R. (zurairi@sph.com.sg) Produced and edited by: Fa’izah Sani Executive producer: Ernest Luis Follow Asian Insider Podcast on Fridays here: Channel: https://str.sg/JWa7 Apple Podcasts: https://str.sg/JWa8 Spotify: https://str.sg/JWaX Website: http://str.sg/stpodcasts Feedback to: podcast@sph.com.sg SPH Awedio app: https://www.awedio.sg --- Follow more ST podcast channels: All-in-one ST Podcasts channel: https://str.sg/wvz7 Get more updates: http://str.sg/stpodcasts The Usual Place Podcast YouTube: https://str.sg/4Vwsa --- Get The Straits Times app, which has a dedicated podcast player section: The App Store: https://str.sg/icyB Google Play: https://str.sg/icyX --- #STAsianInsiderSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 2010, cosmetics millionaire Datuk Sosilawati Lawiya was on the verge of closing a lucrative land deal when she would disappear after leaving for a business meeting in Banting, Selangor. However, things would take a much darker turn when the burnt and battered remains of Lawiya and her entourage were found abandoned at a farm, suggesting something far more sinister was in play. Part 1 - We follow the prominent rise of Datuk Sosilawati Lawiya, as well as outline the business dealings and key business partners involved in this case. Part 2 - We tag along with investigators as they pick up on Lawiya's trail, leading up to one of the most controversial court cases in Malaysian history Join your fellow Heinous fans and interact with the team at our website or through our socials (IG, TikTok) @heinous_1upmedia. - Love Heinous? But feel its getting too dark for you? Check out:

Joan Low's journey is a testament to the power of breaking past limiting beliefs. Growing up in an average, middle-class Malaysian family as the child of a factory overseer and a government servant, Joan became a first-generation graduate. Encouraged by her parents to dream big, she left Malaysia at age 17 after securing a life-changing scholarship to a boarding school in Canada, followed by another full scholarship to a top-five liberal arts college in the US where she majored in political science. She eventually built a highly successful corporate career, which included working at J.P. Morgan and spending six years in Hong Kong. Despite her success in finance, Joan's true calling was shaped by a deeply personal struggle back home. She had a family member who had been living with severe mental health challenges for more than 25 years. Returning to Malaysia at age 30, she began conducting grassroots community workshops and quickly realized that many high-functioning corporate professionals were secretly operating under severe stress and anxiety. Recognizing that the traditional mental healthcare system was fragmented and entirely reactive, she founded ThoughtFull, a Temasek-backed digital mental health company designed to make daily, preventative mental hygiene as accessible as text messaging. Building a health-tech platform from the ground up to partner with major insurers like AIA and Great Eastern came with massive systemic challenges. Operating as a solo female founder, Joan faced a fundraising landscape that is still remarkably biased against women starting families. After hearing firsthand stories of fellow founders getting ghosted by investors upon revealing they were pregnant, Joan made the difficult decision to keep her own pregnancy a complete secret during her last capital raise. Proving her sheer grit, she successfully navigated this scale-up phase and ultimately signed the final investment contract while two centimeters dilated on a gym ball, closing her funding round and delivering her baby in the exact same week.

Tony Tan's parents pinned their hopes on him when they sent him from home in Malaysia to Melbourne to become a white collar professional in the 1970s. There he found “funny smelling cigarettes”, a lovely man called Terry and a destiny he couldn't escape.Tony was exposed to deep, rich flavour and the precision of cooking from a young age.His mother was a chef in Malaysian colonial kitchens and Tony would often accompany her to work, where he would sometimes receive a single golden, dripping roasted potato, or pinch the meat from a leftover kitchen carcass.He was a precocious child — known as Little Chilli — always wanting to know how certain cooking techniques worked. His parents didn't want him to follow them into the world of food, so they sent him to study at university in Melbourne, with hopes that he would ascend to the world of white collar work on behalf of the family.He had his first introduction to Lygon Street in the 1970s, and university couldn't keep him away from the world of food.Further informationTony Tan's most recent cook book, Tony Tan's Asian Cooking Class is published by Murdoch Books.This episode was produced by Alice Moldovan. Conversations' Executive Producer is Nicola Harrison.This episode covers food tours, Kuantan, SBS, Shakahari, Stephanie Alexander, char siu, Tatler's, cooking school, Asian cooking class, roast chicken with soy sauce, recipes, sexual awakening, gay marriage, Trentham, regional Victoria.To binge even more great episodes of the Conversations podcast with Richard Fidler and Sarah Kanowski go the ABC listen app (Australia) or wherever you get your podcasts. There you'll find hundreds of the best thought-provoking interviews with authors, writers, artists, politicians, psychologists, musicians, and celebrities.

I joined the project late and so this was one of the only remaining sounds - The Bwiadogan Kadede from Goodenough Island chose me, recorded by anthropologist Diamond Jenness. I was delighted because this randomness fits with my experimental approach to creating music. But I became increasingly concerned with the disconnect between this project and the people who live in the place the sound was collected from. Could I, a complete outsider, a person with no knowledge of Goodenough Island, its people, land or culture, use this sound in a way that wouldn't reproduce Jenness's racism and hubris?I did some digging in Jenness's writing, particularly The Northern D'Entrecasteaux and Language, Mythology and Songs of Bwaidoga, to try and get a better understanding of the song's lyrics and meaning, but all I really know about it is that it's a dance song where singers are arranged in parallel rows. I joined a Goodenough Islanders Facebook group to ask if anyone knew about the song and to express my gratitude for having the opportunity to use it. Apart from a couple of likes there was no response, but by joining the group I learned that the people of Goodenough were struggling with the impact of foreign mining and logging companies working on the island. Perhaps this random question of mine on a page for Goodenough Islanders could have been perceived as another outsider's demand on the islanders? This piece is an attempt to grapple with the positionality of an outsider speaking on behalf of the people who know their island and ecology best. Initially, though, I had been inspired to create an aural representation of the landscape of the island. The geography of the island is striking, and the landscape is dominant in the myths of origin documented by Jenness at the time this recording was made. The island is described as having a coastal belt of reefs, grasslands and swamps contrasted with Mount Vineuo (also known as Mount Oiautukekea), which rises dramatically to over 2500 meters above sea level and is covered in more dense forest. I used the Kadede song in Jenness's recording in different ways throughout this piece; a time-stretched version of the song runs throughout, a sampled section was pitched down to create a deeper ‘muddy' sound, a slice of a particular microtonal singing section was stretched and looped, and later on, the original piece is left to play alongside another sampled section on a loop with added echo. Echo has been used here a lot, both to generate a feeling of memories resurfacing and to give a sense that the voices are echoing off the mountainside. Realising that I wanted voices from Goodenough to be central to the piece, I started using sections of news reports to create a dialogue: on the one hand, the leader of the opposition and member for Kiriwina Goodenough, Douglad Tomuriesa, demanding local involvement with decision-making around mining, and on the other Papua New Guinea's Prime Minister James Marape promising the people of Goodenough their rights to the land but also advocating for mining and its importance for the country's economy. The powerful voice of Dorothy Tubu from Karapi Village from West New Britain on PNG expresses anger at the greed of the Malaysian logging company, asking “and what are they doing for us?”. The extra processing and glitching I added to these sections were an attempt to provoke critical reflection on the perspectives of outsiders (like those of anthropologists, a mining company or a sound artist) who impose their own worldviews on the people of the island. I also added recordings of myself digging in the garden: one sample was used as a kick to suggest the mechanical sounds of mining and logging while a less processed digging sound represents the significance of agriculture in the culture of the island. I was attempting to further evoke the debates I've observed around the future of the island and its natural environment: will it be in ecological harmony achieved through sustainable agriculture or in the exploitation and extraction of natural resources for profit?Additional sounds from:Front Line Pacific – Malaysian Loggers Destroying Papua New Guinea Forest 23.10.2025 https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=676039632219606 Last accessed 20.12.25EMTV Online – Goodenough Gold 20.11.2025 http://youtube.com/watch?v=Vw_EEciQTzI&t=52s Last accessed 20.12.2025"Bwaidogan kadede": a dance song reimagined by laura dymphna.———Part of the project A Century of Sounds, reimagining 100 sounds covering 100 years from the collections of the Pitt Rivers Museum at the University of Oxford. Explore the full project at citiesandmemory.com/century-sounds

In 2010, cosmetics millionaire Datuk Sosilawati Lawiya was on the verge of closing a lucrative land deal when she would disappear after leaving for a business meeting in Banting, Selangor. However, things would take a much darker turn when the burnt and battered remains of Lawiya and her entourage were found abandoned at a farm, suggesting something far more sinister was in play. Part 1 - We follow the prominent rise of Datuk Sosilawati Lawiya, as well as outline the business dealings and key business partners involved in this case. Part 2 - We tag along with investigators as they pick up on Lawiya's trail, leading up to one of the most controversial court cases in Malaysian history Join your fellow Heinous fans and interact with the team at our website or through our socials (IG, TikTok) @heinous_1upmedia. - Love Heinous? But feel its getting too dark for you? Check out:

We're almost at the end of #WomenInSports series, this week #jomsembang dengan Natasha Roslan - the first female Malaysian bowler to win IBF World Cup after 53 years! Dengarkan cerita macam mana dia handle pressure for first big win, mindset from the start, dan bagaimana passion serta kerja keras terus guide dia on and off the lanes.

Three stories, one conversation: we review The Lincoln Lawyer and Good Luck, Have Fun, Don't Die, then tackle the thorny ethics of generative AI in a documentary about Lucy Letby. The Lincoln Lawyer and The Investigation of Lucy Letby are streaming on Netflix. Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die is now showing in Malaysian cinemas. Thank you for checking out The Goggler Podcast, if you have any thoughts or questions, just email us on podcast@goggler.my, or reach out to us via Instagram. You can also WhatsApp us on The Goggler Hotline, on +60125245208 RSS: https://goggler.my/feed/podcast/

We head to the moors to unpack Emerald Fennell's take on Wuthering Heights and ask the question hovering over every adaptation: how far can you stray before you lose the storm? We dig into what's gained, what's flattened, and whether style and provocation have replaced the novel's wild, unruly soul. “Wuthering Heights” is now showing in Malaysian cinemas. Thank you for checking out The Goggler Podcast, if you have any thoughts or questions, just email us on podcast@goggler.my, or reach out to us via Instagram. You can also WhatsApp us on The Goggler Hotline, on +60125245208 RSS: https://goggler.my/feed/podcast/

Adam, David (housed in his Malaysian hotel), Neil and Steve gather to air their thoughts, impressions and offer their ‘winners' and ‘losers' in the immediate wake of the first MotoGP test of the year. Pic by MotoGP.com

Reviews of Mercy, Send Help, Scarlet, and Wonder Man, plus a quick check-in on this year’s Oscar nominations. Send Help and Mercy are now showing in Malaysian cinema, Scarlet opens in selected GSC outlets next week, and you can watch all episodes of Wonder Man on Disney+. Thank you for checking out The Goggler Podcast, if you have any thoughts or questions, just email us on podcast@goggler.my, or reach out to us via Instagram. You can also WhatsApp us on The Goggler Hotline, on +60125245208 RSS: https://goggler.my/feed/podcast/

Good afternoon, I'm _____ with today's episode of EZ News. Family of murdered Malaysian student criticizes death penalty ruling The mother of a Malaysian student murdered in Taiwan says she cannot accept a court's decision to spare her daughter's killer from the death penalty. In a statement released Thursday, the mother criticized the Kaohsiung High Court for overturning the death sentence previously given to Liang Yu-chih. The court ruled that the 2020 rape and murder did not meet the legal threshold for the "most serious" of crimes. The mother argued that the court focused too much on the possibility of rehabilitation (（囚犯）獲得改造). She noted that professional psychiatric assessments found the killer had a high risk of committing another crime, and urged the judiciary to consider public safety and the protection of future victims in its sentencing. Liang had been sentenced to death in three previous trials. The court now says life imprisonment and psychological treatment are sufficient because the murder was not proven to be premeditated. The Taiwan High Prosecutors Office says it plans to appeal the new ruling. Olive oil importer fined over mislabeled products, 3,202 bottles recalled Authorities have recalled more than 3,200 bottles of olive oil after discovering a major food fraud operation that blended expensive oil with cheap canola oil. The Taipei Department of Health fined Rong & Chyi International $4-million NT for mislabeling. The Investigation Bureau says the scheme involved two companies that allegedly mixed up to 500 liters of canola oil for every 50 liters of olive oil. Investigators raided a manufacturing site in New Taipei and found equipment used to mix the oils. The bureau estimates the operation made about $15-million NT in illegal profits. Health officials have notified online platforms and local authorities in 17 cities and counties to remove the product from shelves. The heads of both companies have been released on bail as the fraud (騙局) investigation continues. DRC Measles Deaths from Low Vaccine Coverage and Conflict Health officials in the Democratic Republic of Congo say 24 people have died of measles across the country since the beginning of this year. Most victims are young children due to low vaccination coverage (疫苗接種率). The hardest-hit areas are in the country's east where an armed conflict has been raging between government forces and the M23 rebels since 2021. Chris Ocamringa reports UN Criticizes Haiti for Stalled Political Transition The U.N. Security Council has criticized Haitian authorities for the lack of progress in achieving a political transition and reforms to tackle (應對) increasing violence. The council condemned the upsurge in violence by gangs and criminal groups, pointing to human rights violations and widespread abuses. The council resolution was co-sponsored by the United States and Panama and adopted unanimously (一致地) Thursday. It extends the U.N.'s political mission in Haiti until Jan. 31, 2027. The resolution also revises the mission's mandate to focus on facilitating a “national dialogue” to support efforts to hold municipal, parliamentary and presidential elections. That was the I.C.R.T. EZ News, I'm _____. -- Hosting provided by SoundOn

This week, we're traveling across Asia and diving into some of the most unsettling paranormal experiences we've ever heard. Our listeners share spine-chilling stories rooted in cultural folklore and lived terror—tales of spirits who predict the future, impersonate loved ones, and inflict physical harm. Between the laughter, the disbelief, and the full-body chills, this episode reminded us why some ghost stories stay with you long after the episode ends. Stories include: An encounter in rural Pakistan where a possessed girl speaks in a jinn's voice—and accurately predicts a devastating medical diagnosis A haunted family home in Cebu where something mimics loved ones so perfectly it carries on 20-minute conversations A terrifying childhood experience in Vietnam involving a crying woman in a church, prophetic dreams, and a ghostly warning that may have saved a life A Malaysian family spirit passed down through generations, bound to a dagger that mysteriously disappears, reappears, and may be choosing its next owner Watch the video version here. Have ghost stories of your own? E-mail them to us at twogirlsoneghostpodcast@gmail.com New Episodes are released every Thursday and Sunday at 12am PST/3am EST (the witching hour, of course). Corinne and Sabrina hand select a couple of paranormal encounters from our inbox to read in each episode, from demons, to cryptids, to aliens, to creepy kids... the list goes on and on. If you have a story of your own that you'd like us to share on an upcoming episode, we invite you to email them to us!  If you enjoy our show, please consider joining our Patreon, rating and reviewing on iTunes & Spotify and following us on social media! Youtube, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and Discord. Edited by Jaimi Ryan and produced by Emma Leventer and Jaimi Ryan, original music by Arms Akimbo! Disclaimer: the use of white sage and smudging is a closed practice. If you're looking to cleanse your space, here are some great alternatives! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Primate, The Rip, and 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple reviewed, plus how Christopher Nolan and Denis Villeneuve took the biggest screens away from Marvel. Primate and 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple are now showing in Malaysian cinemas. You can watch The Rip on Netflix. Thank you for checking out The Goggler Podcast, if you have any thoughts or questions, just email us on podcast@goggler.my, or reach out to us via Instagram. You can also WhatsApp us on The Goggler Hotline, on +60125245208 RSS: https://goggler.my/feed/podcast/

Would love to hear your thoughts on the podcast, send us a message!This has got to be one of my favourite episodes, because I got to chat with my beautiful mum Dr Rokkiah Tawi about her lifelong passion for learning Arabic. Like a true Asian mum, she forced me to learn Arabic, until I loved it. In this episode, we'll hear about how as a little kid, she used to defy ‘shoot to kill' curfew orders during the Malaysian communist insurgency to learn the Quran; to how she uses simplified Arabic grammar to memorise a third of the Quran at the young age of 76. I hope you enjoy it!#arabic #arabiclearning #Quran Support the showFor our free 6-Part series on basic Arabic to get you started, sign up to our E-mail list ⁠HERE⁠! Support the show HERE! Follow us on Instagram: arabicwithimranlum and check out my other podcast Muslim Money. #arabic #learnarabic

Irish Stew's latest “Off the Beaten Craic” adventure in County Leitrim discovers three new ways to slow down, tune in, and taste this corner of Ireland, through food, forest, and a gentle spin along the Jackalope Trail.First, we meet Malaysian‑born chef and restaurateur Sham Hanifa. At age 20 he answered an ad to work in Ireland, arriving in Carrick‑on‑Shannon jet‑lagged and short on money, but today he anchors the local food scene with The Cottage, My Kitchen, and Buffalo Boy, blending Irish ingredients with his Thai‑Chinese‑Indian‑Malay heritage.And he loves Irish Stew, though he was referring to the edible not the audio version.“What I say is Irish stew is comfort food, packed with flavor and a good‑hearted dish,” he explains, insisting he won't “mess around” with its unique Irish character even as he adds subtle Asian notes elsewhere on the menu. That respect for Irish produce interpreted with Asian flavors has turned Sham's Leitrim restaurants into dining destinationsThe episode moves next to the Drumhierny Woodland Hideaway, opened to guests in 2022 and featuring 11 self‑catering lodges tucked seamlessly into mature woodland. Sustainability, local partnerships, and wellbeing shape the experience, from an onsite café and private‑chef dinners to a sanctuary with seaweed baths, sauna, and cold plunge.“They arrive stressed on Friday, and when you meet them on a Sunday they're completely Zen, which I think is what we're all about,” says co-founder and marketing manager Alison Moffatt.The podcasters then roam towards Drumshanbo for a “slow adventure” on the Jackalope Trail with Eileen Gibbons of Electric Bike Trails. Inspired by seeing e-bikes on Ireland's Greenway network, Eileen and her husband Seamus created guided rides that trade speed for stories—linking canal-side cycling with local heritage and the wider tourism scene.“We take people along at a slow rate, stop along the way at interesting spots, all with a little bit of joke and a little bit of fun, and maybe even a bit of song,” she says.The Jackalope Trail leads to The Shed Distillery of PJ Rigney, distillers of Drumshanbo Whisky and Irish Gunpowder Gin, part of Co. Leitrim's innovative culinary incubator The Food Hub, both to be featured in the next and final episode of Irish Stew's “Off the Beaten Craic” series.LinksSham HanifaWebsiteFacebookYouTubeInstagramMy KitchenThe Cottage RestaurantDrumhierny Woodland HideawayWebsiteFacebookInstagramAlison Moffatt LinkedInElectric Bike TrailsWebsiteFacebookInstagramIrish Stew LinksWebsiteMedia Partner: IrishCentralTravel Partner: Tourism IrelandEpisode Details: Season 8, Episode 4; Total Episode Count: 145

Massaman curry is a fusion dish, incorporating influences from Thai, Indian, and Malaysian cuisines. Chef Ian Kittichai is the owner of Khum Hom Thai restaurant in the Mövenpick BDMS Wellness Resort Bangkok. Here he prepares Massaman curry with chicken, potatoes and peanuts. Chef Ian explains the importance splitting the coconut milk in order to bring out the flavor of the curry paste. Watch the full series at: https://www.plantforwardkitchen.org/southeast-asia  

Kashif Pasta returns to the YVR Screen Scene Podcast to talk about his new short film, The Muslim Guide to Prayer in Space, which screens this weekend at the DGC BC's Spotlight Directors Conference. The Muslim Guide to Prayer in Space stars friend of the pod Osric Chau as a Malaysian astronaut endeavouring to find a direction to pray in orbit, where there is no up or down. Kashif's film is inspired in part by the experience of Dr. Sheikh Muszaphar Shukor, a Muslim astronaut who made history as the first Malaysian in space and actually ascended during Ramadan, which presented all kinds of challenges that he and religious authorities worked to figure out. Kashif's film was funded in part by the DGC BC, who awarded Kashif the DGC BC Established Greenlight Award at the 2024 Spotlight BC Directors Conference (full disclosure: our host – Sabrina – was on the jury that awarded Kashif this prize). In this wildly entertaining episode, Kashif reflects on the hows and whys of his thought-provoking, funny, visually stunning, and soul-stirring film. Episode sponsor: Fish Flight Entertainment

Award-winning Malaysian author Tash Aw kicks off a sprawling family saga with coming-of-age novel "The South". He tells us about returning to the Malaysia of the 1990s and reflects on a society within which homophobic laws existed, but small queer communities were relatively visible. We also talk about how climate change has been driving waves of migration in Southeast Asia and why embarking on an ambitious literary project is a risky but rewarding business.

Christopher Isherwood's own stories of pre-War Berlin; remembering Renee Nicole Good; U.S. top court hears trans student sports ban cases, a new survey confirms pediatric transgender healthcare can be life-saving, Malaysian authorities shut down an empty “gay friendly” hotel, the latest Human Rights Campaign U.S. queer quality of life poll finds deterioration under Trump, and billionaire philanthropist MacKenzie Scott donates 45 million dollars to the queer youth crisis intervention and suicide prevention group The Trevor Project. All that and more this week when you discover “This Way Out”. Hosted this week by Lucia Chappelle and produced with Greg Gordon. “NewsWrap” reported this week by Michael Taylor Gray and Nico Raquel and produced by Brian DeShazor. Christopher Isherwood feature produced by Brian DeShazor with thanks to the Pacifica Radio Archives. Thanks also to Ann Northrup and Andy Humm of GayUSATV.org. Theme music: Kim Wilson. Additional music: Jethro Tull; Joel Grey; Bronski Beat. In our 38th year satisfying your weekly minimum requirement of LGBTQ news and culture!

It may be the smallest county in Connacht, the smallest by population in Ireland, with the smallest stretch of beach on the Wild Atlantic Way, but in their latest episode the Irish Stew podcasters learn that Leitrim is capitalizing on its offer of a great quality of life, relative affordability, entrepreneurial energy, appeal to a more mobile workforce, and its “slow adventure” approach experiencing its natural allure.  Arriving in Carrick-on-Shannon, the cohosts head to the offices of the Leitrim County Council, the local government organization committed to building an economically strong, creative and inclusive county, making Leitrim the best place to live, to work and visit.Though County Council Chief Executive Joseph Gilhooly opened the doors to Leitrim for Irish Stew, for the interview he gave the floor to his able lieutenants, Director of Services David Minton and tourism officer Sinead McDermott.You'll hear how Leitrim's economy is strong on small-scale entrepreneurship and growing sectors like fintech, food innovation, engineering, and renewables. They also detail the County Council's integrated support system including the Local Enterprise Office, The Hive incubation hub, and the Carrick Campus for growing firms.They share that tourists from across Ireland, the U.S, and Europe come for Leitrim's authenticity, natural beauty, slower pace, farm to table food, tranquillity, and eco-tourism. They  sense that climate change is subtly shifting European travel patterns northward, making Ireland a “cool” alternative to overheated southern Europe.With Leitrim's tourism value proposition top-of-mind, the podcasters head to the Landmark Hotel to meet with Sales and Marketing Manager Ciara Maxwell, who came to Leitrim for a one-year work experience 15 years ago and never left, which tells you everything you need to know about the pull of this place.She tells how founders John and Ciaran Kelly envisioned a new riverside hotel that would be a real landmark looking out over “The Marina Capital of Ireland” and in the center of Carrick-on-Shannon's lively weekend nightlife of pubs, shows, and restaurants.There's more tastes of Leitrim on Irish Stew next week, including the story of the Malaysian chef who's upending the local food scene, the new woodland lodging hideaway set on 100 acres of Irish history, and the slow adventure e-bike option for traversing the Jackalope Trail to Drumshanbo, home of The Shed Distillery of P.J. Rigney.LinksLeitrim County CouncilWebsiteLinkedInFacebookInstagramXLeitrim TourismSinead McDermottLinkedInLandmark HotelWebsiteFacebookYouTubeInstagram Ciara MaxwellLinkedInIrish Stew LinksWebsiteInstagramLinkedInMedia Partner: IrishCentralEpisode Details: Season 8, Episode 3; Total Episode Count: 143

It's a shiny new year, so this month on Unpacked, we're diving into Afar's ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Where to Go list⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. In 2026, we want to lessen the burden on overtouristed destinations and expand visitation to other parts of the world. So our editors carefully selected 24 emerging regions and overlooked locales that will inspire your next great adventure. Places like Penang, Malaysia, a small island with one of Southeast Asia's most fascinating and underrated food and cultural scenes. In this episode, host Aislyn Greene talks with Kathryn Romeyn, a Bali-based journalist who explored Penang for the first time last year. Kathryn shares what it's like to wander the UNESCO-listed streets of Georgetown. She digs into the food—from char kway teow to laksa to the elaborate Malaysian breakfast culture that UNESCO recently recognized—and shares what's new on the island, including boutique hotels and a weekend art market that's become a creative hub for locals and travelers alike. Plan Your Penang Getaway Stay —Book a room the Millen Penang, Autograph Collection, a hotel on Millionaire's Row —Watch for Soori Penang, a new 15-room boutique hotel opening in January 2025 Eat and Drink —Try char kway teow, the iconic Penang dish of flat rice noodles stir-fried over charcoal flames with prawns, cockles, sausage, and bean sprouts —Eat laksa, the spicy, aromatic noodle soup that's a Penang obsession —Visit Mum's, a beloved Peranakan restaurant serving home-style cooking —Experience Malaysian breakfast culture (a UNESCO intangible cultural heritage) See and Do —Visit Hin Bus Depot on weekends for the art market —Visit Kek Lok Si Temple, home to the Pagoda of 10,000 Buddhas —Ride the Penang Hill funicular, the oldest in Southeast Asia (opened 1923), for panoramic views —Join the local hiking community via the Facebook group "Hiking Trails in Penang" (nearly 50,000 members)—they've created trails in the shapes of animals like elephants, unicorns, and even Pokémon characters Resources • Follow Kathryn's work on Instagram • Visit Kathryn's website • Explore all 24 destinations on Afar's Where to Go in 2026 list • Follow us on Instagram: @afarmedia Listen to All the Episodes in our Where to Go 2026 Series E1: T⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠his Island in the Bahamas Promises Pink Sand, Historic Hideaways, and Perfect Solitude ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ E2: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Why Peru's Second City Might Be Its Best-Kept Secret⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ E3: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The New 170-Mile Hiking Network Connecting Stockholm's Dreamy Archipelago⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ E4: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Route 66 Turns 100—and Albuquerque Is Ready to Celebrate ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ E5: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Why Morocco's Chill Capital Deserves Your Attention ⁠⁠⁠⁠ E6: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Three Hours From Nashville, the South's Next Great Food Capital Is Waiting⁠⁠⁠⁠ E7: ⁠⁠⁠⁠The French Riviera's Last Stop Before Italy—and Its Best-Kept Secret ⁠⁠⁠⁠ E8: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Skip the Serengeti Traffic Jams for This Under-the-Radar Kenyan Safari ⁠⁠⁠⁠ E9: The Pacific Northwest's 80-Mile Playground Just Got Even Better E10: The White Lotus Architect Designed a Hotel in This Vietnamese City—Now the World Is Noticing E11: Malaysia's Most Overlooked Island Is a Feast for Every Sense (this one!) Stay Connected Sign up for our podcast newsletter, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Behind the Mic⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, where we share upcoming news and behind-the-scenes details of each episode.  Explore our other podcasts, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠View From Afar⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, about the people and companies shaping the future of travel, and⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Travel Tales⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which celebrates first-person narratives about the way travel changes us. Unpacked by Afar is part of⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Airwave Media⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠'s podcast network. Please contact ⁠⁠⁠advertising@airwavemedia.com⁠⁠⁠ if you would like to advertise on our podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How can a modern aircraft simply disappear in an age of satellites, radar, GPS, and constant communication?In this episode, an experienced pilot breaks down why the disappearance of the Malaysian flight remains one of the greatest aviation mysteries of all time. We discuss aircraft tracking systems, transponders, GPS signals, emergency locator transmitters, and why the complete loss of all signals is nearly impossible.More than a decade later, with no confirmed debris trail and no final answers, this case continues to raise serious questions. Was it mechanical failure, human intervention, or something far more mysterious?Watch the full discussion and decide for yourself.

-- On the Show -- Dr. John Gartner, former assistant professor at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and founder of Duty to Warn, joins us to discuss signs of cognitive decline in Donald Trump's second term -- Donald Trump repeatedly praises Vladimir Putin, lashes out at reporters, and makes incoherent remarks during a public meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy -- Donald Trump delivers confused and rambling answers after meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy, minimizes American deaths in Ukraine, and repeatedly contradicts himself -- Donald Trump abandons his anti-war image by authorizing major military strikes in Venezuela, Nigeria, Yemen, and Iran while bypassing public debate and congressional oversight -- Visible bruising and a possible IV mark on Donald Trump's hand raise concerns as he refuses to provide clear medical explanations -- Joe Rogan falsely claims measles was harmless and universal in his childhood while ignoring vaccine history and basic public health data -- Trump administration allies promote 50-year mortgages that lower monthly payments while massively increasing lifetime costs, trapping buyers in long-term debt -- The MAGA movement exploits Charlie Kirk's assassination for fundraising and branding while abandoning his legacy and losing his former audience to more extreme figures -- On the Bonus Show: Half of Project 2025 has been implemented already, scrutiny increases over betting market apps, the search for the missing Malaysian flight from 2014 restarts, and much more...

This week Seth Paridon and Jon Parshall take a look at the fall of Singapore in February 1942. After having swept the battlefields from Singora to Muar of British, Australian, Indian, and Malaysian troops in his masterful campaign down the 500-mile-long Malayan island, Japanese General Yamashita stands poised just across the Strait of Johore from Singapore Island and his final conquest. In the single most humiliating defeat in the long annals of British military history, Yamashita takes his outnumbered and outgunned, exhausted army and crushes the last remnants of British honor. By the middle of February, the so-called Tiger of Malaya is victorious having vanquished British General Percival and all comers. The guys get into the weeds on the planning, the attack, the fighting and of course the surrender. Jon puts a bow on the Malaya campaign and sets up what's next for the Japanese in their 1942 Oceanic Blitzkrieg.   #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa #usarmy #medalofhonor #enterprise #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #cv6 #midway #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #worldwar2 #usnavy #usnavyseals #usmc #usmarines #saipan #usa #usarmy #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #battleship #battleships #ussenterprise #aircraftcarriers #museum #essex #halsey #taskforce38 #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa #usarmy #medalofhonor #enterprise #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #cv6 #midway #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #worldwar2 #usnavy #usnavyseals #usmc #usmarines #saipan #usa #usarmy #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #battleship #battleships #ussenterprise #aircraftcarriers #museum #hollywood #movie #movies #books #mastersoftheair #8thairforce #mightyeighth #100thbombgroup #bloodyhundredth #b17 #boeing #airforce wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #usnavy #usa #usarmy #medalofhonor #enterprise #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #cv6 #midway #wwii #wwiihistory #ww2 #worldwar2 #usnavy #usnavyseals #usmc #usmarines #saipan #usa #usarmy #aircraft #aircraftcarrier #battleship #battleships #ussenterprise #aircraftcarriers #museum #hollywood #movie #movies #books #oldbreed #1stMarineDivision #thepacific #Peleliu #army #marines #marinecorps #worldwar2 #worldwar #worldwarii #leytegulf #battleofleytegulf #rodserling #twilightzone #liberation #blacksheep #power #prisoner #prisonerofwar #typhoon #hurricane #weather #iwojima#bullhalsey #ace #p47 #p38 #fighter #fighterpilot #b29 #strategicstudying #tokyo #boeing #incendiary #usa #franklin #okinawa #yamato #kamikaze #Q&A #questions #questionsandanswers #history #jaws #atomicbomb #nuclear #nationalarchives #nara #johnford #hollywood #fdr #president #roosevelt #doolittle #doolittleraid #pearlharborattack #salvaged #medalofhonor #tarawa #malayalam

Was it a hijacking, was it loss of cabin pressure? A Texas based robotics company is about to resume its search for missing Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 later this month. Ocean Infinity has signed a “no-find, no-fee” contract with the Malaysian government, and they have 55 days starting to find the missing jet that vanished without a trace more than a decade ago.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Was it a hijacking, was it loss of cabin pressure? A Texas based robotics company is about to resume its search for missing Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 later this month. Ocean Infinity has signed a “no-find, no-fee” contract with the Malaysian government, and they have 55 days starting to find the missing jet that vanished without a trace more than a decade ago.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Was it a hijacking, was it loss of cabin pressure? A Texas based robotics company is about to resume its search for missing Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 later this month. Ocean Infinity has signed a “no-find, no-fee” contract with the Malaysian government, and they have 55 days starting to find the missing jet that vanished without a trace more than a decade ago.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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As Vladimir Putin begins a two-day visit to India, our correspondent explains why Donald Trump's policies have pushed India and Russia closer together. How AI models could learn to take shortcuts––and accidentally become evil. And the curious case of the newly-Malaysian footballers.Listen to what matters most, from global politics and business to science and technology—Subscribe to Economist Podcasts+For more information about how to access Economist Podcasts+, please visit our FAQs page or watch our video explaining how to link your account. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 Disappearance | Paranormal Podcast In this episode, we dive deep into one of aviation's most perplexing mysteries: the disappearance of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH370. On March 8, 2014, the Boeing 777 vanished from radar just 40 minutes after takeoff with 239 people on board, scheduled to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Beijing. We walk through the timeline of that fateful night—from the captain's routine "good night" at 1:00 AM to the plane disappearing completely at 1:20 AM—and explore the frantic scramble that followed as Malaysian officials, search teams, and grieving families desperately sought answers. What makes this case so compelling is the mountain of conflicting evidence: military radar detected an unidentified object crossing Malaysian airspace in a bizarre zigzag pattern, satellite systems pinged the aircraft for six hours after it vanished, and family members reported that calls to passengers' phones rang instead of going straight to voicemail. We examine multiple theories that have emerged over the past decade, each with its own compelling evidence and glaring holes. From the discovery of a suspicious flight simulator in the pilot's home that matched the plane's alleged route, to debris found on beaches thousands of miles away, to claims of Russian hijackers and American military involvement—nothing adds up cleanly. We discuss the work of independent investigators, including a group of engineers who theorized how someone could deliberately make a jetliner disappear, and "Cindy" from the Tomnodders who claims to have found wreckage in the South China Sea that was largely ignored.

MUSICPras Michel, a founding member of the hip-hop group the Fugees, was sentenced Thursday to 14 years in federal prison for illegally funneling millions of dollars in foreign money into U.S. political campaigns.A jury found him guilty in April 2023 of 10 counts, including conspiracy and acting as an unregistered foreign agent, in connection with a scheme involving Malaysian financier Jho Low.The judge rejected prosecutors' call for a life sentence, but described Michel's conduct as “brazen.” Nine Inch Nails drummer Josh Freese will release a new album next Friday, November 28th.Just a Minute, Vol. 2, which will be out on Pearl Jam guitarist Stone Gossard's Loosegroove Records, is the follow-up to 2021's Vol. 1, which contained 20 one-minute songs. Freese will hit the road next month for three shows with Weezer in Australia in which he will play guitar. He will be back behind the drums for the Nine Inch Nails' Peel It Back tour, which starts February 5th in New Orleans.Quick Hits:Documentary One Shot With Ed Sheeran hits Netflix.Stage played and autographed Gibson Guitars from Kirk Hammett of Metallica, Halestorm, Rise Against, Cheap Trick, and Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo auctioned at Julien's Auctions' Played, Worn & Torn event.Jonas Brothers, Isley Brothers, David Bryan (Bon Jovi) among those inducted into New Jersey Hall of Fame. NEW ALBUMS OUTAerosmith and Yungblud teamed up for the five-song One More Time EP.Def Leppard's latest live release, Diamond Star Halos Life From Sheffield, is available in multiple formats.KISS's Alive Super Deluxe Edition expands the band's 1975 breakthrough with additional shows recorded on that tour.The Smashing Pumpkins' Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness 30th Anniversary Edition is a four-CD or six-LP set with previously unreleased live tracks. TVThe Academy Awards wants us to be prepared with extra snacks before the 2026 ceremony. https://abcnews.go.com/Entertainment/wireStory/2026-oscars-broadcast-include-24-awards-including-new-127685530 "I'm Chevy Chase and You're Not" premieres on CNN New Year's Day, then will stream on their app. https://ew.com/chevy-chase-admits-mistake-leave-snl-new-documentary-11850147 Kim Kardashian revealed that she was the winning bidder for her father's old Bible, which he gave to O.J. Simpson after he was arrested for murder. She paid $80,276 for it. Superman comic shatters world record … A super-rare copy of Superman No. 1 sold for $9.12 million at Heritage Auctions, making it officially the most expensive comic book ever. That $9.12 million price tag didn't just beat the previous record. It crushed it. The previous record? "Only" $6 million for an Action Comics No. 1 sold in 2024. The record-breaking Superman No. 1 was found tucked away in a California attic by three brothers after their mother passed away. It turns out, she quietly stored away some serious comic treasure -- to the tune of nine million bucks. https://sports.yahoo.com/article/superman-no-1-becomes-most-183000973.html?guccounter=1 MOVING ON INTO MOVIE NEWS:IN THEATERS:Wicked: For Good (Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo, Jonathan Bailey, Michelle Yeoh) The late Chadwick Boseman was honored with a Star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. https://www.cnn.com/2025/11/20/entertainment/chadwick-boseman-hollywood-walk-of-fame Our first official look at the next Hunger Games movie is finally here! https://variety.com/2025/film/trailers/hunger-games-sunrise-on-reaping-first-look-haymitch-1236442928/ Kristen Bell, Idina Menzel, and Josh Gad have reportedly scored big pay days to return for "Frozen 3" and "Frozen 4". The voices of Anna, Elsa, and Olaf will be paid over $60 million each for the two sequels. https://www.usmagazine.com/entertainment/news/frozen-stars-reportedly-score-60m-salaries-for-2-new-movies/ AND THAT IS YOUR CRAP ON CELEBRITIES!Follow The Rizzuto Show @rizzshow on social media for more from your favorite daily comedy show. Connect with The Rizzuto Show online at 1057thepoint.com/RizzShow. Heard daily on the radio at 105.7 The Point in St. Louis, MO.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.