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Evening Edition

The Evening Edition team restores sanity to your day even as you’re stuck in traffic trying to get home. And let"s face it, who isn’t? We tackle the biggest headlines with analysis, updates and opinions, and get your take on all the issues that matter most. And as a bonus: the stories are soundtracked to BFM"s distinctive music and tunes!The Evening Edition runs the gamut, bringing you current affairs stories, in-depth interviews, and a slice of pop culture as you wind down for the day.

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11:15

Trending Today: Too Many Malls In Malaysia?

Evening Edition ·

2023/10/10

The latest Klang Valley mall to officially open its doors is Pavilion Damansara Heights, which sparked conversation online about whether there was a need for more new malls in Malaysia. So we asked our listeners whether they liked having a mall in their neighbourhood, and when it becomes one too many.Image Credits: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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17:15

Popek Popek Parlimen: Foreign Investments Totalling...

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2023/10/10

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim took centrestage today during the PM's Question Time. Among the issues that came up: foreign investment commitments, the depreciating ringgit to the US dollar, and the government's focus on the development and economy of Sabah and Sarawak. The MPs also discussed increasing the capacity of TVET programmes for students with disabilities at polytechnics and community colleges, as well as when to expect the implementation of the e-Wages system.Image Credits:

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12:57

Trending Today: Ceremonial Object Or Fashion Inspo?

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2023/10/09

Visual artist and activist Shaq Koyok called out the usage of traditional Orang Asli ceremonial objects in a fashion show, in a post on X. We discuss whether this veers into cultural appropriation, and how to navigate taking inspiration from a different culture.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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23:56

Popek Popek Parlimen: National Service 3.0, Anyone?

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2023/10/09

Parliament is back in session, and today's topics included the adoption of 5G among retail consumers, the Madani Economy Framework to replace the World Bank’s 2030 Shared Prosperity Vision Policy (with an aim to keep local context and values in mind), and updates on measures to separate the powers of the Attorney General and Public Prosecutor. The MPs also discussed the revamping of the National Service Training Program to be more focused on army training.Image Credits: ShutterstockSee

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21:13

Clean Cut #3: Russell Curtis

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2023/10/06

We continue our Clean Cut series, where we invite comedians to come and perform a set in front of BFMers at the office, which we then record and play for you! The catch though, is that the set should be playable on air, and not get us (or them!) into trouble. For this episode, we're joined by comedian/musician Russell Curtis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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6:58

Trending Today: This Movie/Book/Song Changed My Life!

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2023/10/06

Works of art can be transformative; and in some cases, they can literally change lives. A post on X asks, has a piece of art ever moved you so much that you did something drastic? We discuss these works, and what they moved people to do (spoiler alert: breakups seem to feature highly!).Image Credits: UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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34:10

When Is Hoarding A Cry For Help?

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2023/10/06

The Ipoh City Council was called to clean up three tonnes of rubbish from an older woman’s house, after the recyclables she had hoarded resulted in concerns about the stench and pests breeding. We speak with a clinical psychologist about when hoarding becomes a cause for concern, and how to reach out to a loved one who might be struggling with the issue.Image Credits: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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11:18

Trending Today: When Politicians Go Vogue

Evening Edition ·

2023/10/05

A luxury-lifestyle magazine cover featuring MUDA president Syed Saddiq and MUDA member Abe Lim has gone viral on social media, and people have a lot to say about it. So we get into how optics play a role in how a politician is perceived, and whether it is fair to judge their politics based on this.Image Credits: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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25:11

Does the Govt Have Exclusive Rights To Grant...

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2023/10/05

Home Minister Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail recently said that the government had exclusive rights to grant citizenship, and that it cannot be conferred arbitrarily. His statement has been met with massive pushback, with Lawyers For Liberty saying that this was unconstitutional and posed a threat to the citizenship rights of Malaysians. So we discuss what the law says about who gets to dictate the granting of citizenship, as well as the government's plans to table proposed constitutional

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30:24

Will We Need A Special ID for Subsidies?

Evening Edition ·

2023/10/04

Special identification cards are being considered by the government to ensure subsidised cooking oil reaches the right people. Some economists shared concerns that the ID cards will create a system of abuse among consumers. We explore if this initiative is reliable and how will it affect consumers in need.Image Credits: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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34:32

When The Future of Schools Is Hazy

Evening Edition ·

2023/10/03

Haze and school closures usually come hand in hand, and now that the API readings of 9 states have reached alarming levels, we're seeing parents waiting for the announcement to drop. So far, the Education Minister has asked schools to comply with existing guidelines that they cannot conduct outdoor activities if the API exceeded 100. So we speak to Daniel Russel, from Arus Academy about the way haze disrupts the learning process for students.Image Credits: 123rfSee omnystudio.com/listener for

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9:40

Trending Today: Hey, How's The Weather Today?

Evening Edition ·

2023/10/02

Bad.. That's what everyone is saying about our weather these days. First there was the rain, then there was the heat, and now the haze has arrived. We discuss how the weather has affected people's plans, health and mood.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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30:56

On Development Projects Getting Ghosted

Evening Edition ·

2023/10/02

Abandoned spaces are back on our radar, following news that assets spent as part of the River of Life project in Brickfields is currently underutilised and rundown. These buildings have never been opened to the public and are showing signs of vandalism and neglect. So we talk about why projects get abandoned, and what can be done about it. Image Credit: UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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9:40

Trending Today: Celebrity Encounters

Evening Edition ·

2023/09/29

Last week, a user on X asked netizens what their favorite interaction with a celebrity was. The post went viral with countless social media users sharing their stories of celebrity encounters. We join in on the star-watch! Image Credits: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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28:12

Is Esports a Real Sport?

Evening Edition ·

2023/09/29

Malaysia won its first ever esports medal at the 19th Asian Games with the Arena of Valour team taking home the silver medal after losing to China in the finals. We discuss the significance of this achievement, particularly when it comes to bringing recognition to esports, and having it taken more seriouly as a competitive sport. Image Credits: UnsplashSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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16:45

Trending Today: The New Face Of Instant Noodles?

Evening Edition ·

2023/09/27

First, Economic Minister Rafizi Ramli made a statement about Malaysians' habit of eating out putting a dent on their household income, which drew many mixed reactions. Then, Rawang ADUN Chua Wei Kiet posted in support of the minister, by talking about how eating Maggi instant noodles at home costs five times less than ordering them in a restaurant - which, to no one's surprise, drew derision from social media users. We discuss whether politicians should just cool it already with trying to create

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18:11

Preacher Wan Ji Starts Jail Sentence For Sedition

Evening Edition ·

2023/09/27

The Court of Appeal has upheld the nine-month prison sentence of independent preacher Ustaz Wan Ji Wan Hussin. This comes after being found guilty in 2018 for a Facebook post he made in 2012, where he was alleged to have insulted the Sultan of Selangor. Wan Ji was charged under the Sedition Act 1948. We speak to N. Surendran from Lawyers of Liberty to get an understanding of this conviction, and why they've continued to push for this act to be repealed.Image Credit: UnsplashSee

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11:47

Trending Today: Dear 18-Year-Old Me...

Evening Edition ·

2023/09/26

A user on X posted the question “What would you tell 18-year-old you to stop doing immediately?” Social media users answering the question began reflecting on their youth and sharing their regrets of things done in their teenage years. Our listeners share their own advice to their 18-year-old selves. Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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29:05

Is Dr Google Reliable?

Evening Edition ·

2023/09/26

More people are turning to the Internet to self-diagnose medical issues, and in some cases even self-medicating based on information online. We discuss whether medical sources online are truly reliable, and the potential risks of self-medicating.Image Credits: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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41:54

Why Bad Driving Habits Are So Hard To Break

Evening Edition ·

2023/09/25

The latest stats reveal that the majority of road accidents from 2021 to August this year, happened due to driver negligience. So we talk about what these behaviours involve, why we do them even though we KNOW they're wrong, and how we move past that to ensure a better, safer drive for everyone.Image Credit: PexelsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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