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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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18:26

Spotlight on OUM: Learning Psychology In Online...

Evening Edition ·

2023/09/08

Have you ever been curious about the possibility of taking a psychology course through online learning? Whether you’re juggling a busy work schedule or seeking a flexible education experience, virtual classrooms might just be the right option for you. We speak to Prof Datuk Dr Mohd Tajudin Mohamad Ninggal, vice president of Open University Malaysia, on how online education is reshaping the way we learn psychology.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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32:32

When Personal And National Histories Intertwine

Evening Edition ·

2023/09/08

Curator Jo-Lene Ong's recent project, which focused on the role of British PR and information campaigns during the Malayan Emergency, was inspired by her desire to unearth her own family's history during the period. We speak to her about the project, the value of personal histories in telling the different stories of a nation, and why access to these stories is important. We also asked our listeners for their own experiences in researching their family history.Image Credit: ongjolene / InstagramSee

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12:27

Trending Today: Holy Blinding Billboards, Batman!

Evening Edition ·

2023/09/07

An X user has shared how some billboards along the road might terrorise citizens at night (ahem, a giant glowing poster of "The Nun 2")! We talk about when billboards cross the line into being distracting, and why sometimes, less might be more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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27:18

Uni Placements Are Out! So What Now?

Evening Edition ·

2023/09/07

Results of applications to study in public universities was released today, 7th September. As successful applicants make their decision on whether to accept or reject the offers, or choose something completely different, we're wondering: How did you decide what to study? What influenced that decision? We get into it with Ida Thien, co-founder of Closing The Gap.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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8:39

Trending Today: Women's Coaches, Yay Or Nay?

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2023/09/06

Rapid KL has announced that they will soon have Women’s Coaches on the MRT Kajang Line. The reception to this announcement has been controversial, to say the least. We get into it.Image Credit: XSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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17:48

The Southeast Asian Arts Censorship Database

Evening Edition ·

2023/09/06

ArtsEquator, a online platform that champions Southeast Asian arts and culture, has been carrying out a wide-ranging study on arts censorship called the Southeast Asian Arts Censorship Database. The project includes researchers from six countries: Cambodia, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam. We discuss what the project aims to do, and what it tell us about arts censorship in the region, with Kathy Rowland, co-founder of ArtsEquator as well as Zikri Rahman, the Malaysian

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11:53

Trending Today: What's A Non-Negotiable In A Job?

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2023/09/05

A discussion has emerged on X, about what is a dealbreaker when considering a new job, with people chiming in to talk about being underpaid, overworked, or about toxic work environments. We discuss.Image: PexelsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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16:22

Uni Students Say No To Ministry's Concert Guidelines

Evening Edition ·

2023/09/05

The Ministry of Higher Education has proposed guidelines on entertainment such as concerts, for higher education institutions. The Universiti Malaya Association of New Youth (UMANY) are challenging this with a judicial review, saying that such guidelines go against the values of freedom and autonomy that universities should uphold. We speak to UMANY's vice-president about their stand.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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14:06

Trending Today: Got Food, Can Fly

Evening Edition ·

2023/09/04

On September 1, 2023, Malaysia Airlines ended their 26-year partnership with Brahim's Food Service, causing flight delays as the airline attempts to sort out their in-flight catering. Following this, the airline announced that they will now allow passengers to bring their own meals on selected flights. So we ask, what would you bring to eat on a flight?Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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19:39

Zahid, Akalbudi, And A Discharge Not Amounting To An...

Evening Edition ·

2023/09/04

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Ahmad Zahid Hamidi's bid for a full acquittal in his Yayasan Akalbudi trial has been declined by the High Court. The discharge not amounting to an acquittal (DNAA) means he may still face trial for the same charges in the future if the prosecution decides to reinstate them. We talk about the significance of this decision and how it will be viewed in the public's eye.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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18:35

Clean Cut #2: Kavin Jay

Evening Edition ·

2023/09/01

We continue our new series, BFM's Clean Cut, where we invite comedians to come to the station and perform a set in front of the BFM staff, we record it, and air it just for you! The challenge, though, is for them to perform a set that would be playable on air, and not get us or them in trouble. Comedian Kavin Jay joins us for this episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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16:37

Trending Today: Can You Afford Your Friends?

Evening Edition ·

2023/09/01

A discussion has emerged from X, about salary discrepancies and how it affects the way we hang out with friends or our friendships in general. So where do you stand when it comes to accommodating your friends? Do you offer to pay for their meal, or spend time in less inexpensive ways? We get into it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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20:27

Singapore's 2023 Presidential Election

Evening Edition ·

2023/09/01

Singapore held its first contested presidential election in more than a decade on the 1st of September 2023. Observers have said that the result of this election would be an indicator of support for the People's Action Party ahead of the general election. This is also following on a series of recent scandals including a corruption probe into the transport minister, and the resignation of two PAP legislators over an affair. So we get into all of this with Sudhir Vadaketh, editor in chief of Jom

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11:30

Trending Today: Meet Ambassador Tapir

Evening Edition ·

2023/08/30

A discussion on tapir diplomacy has emerged from X, following the news of the two panda cubs from Zoo Negara, Yi Yi and Sheng Yi, being sent back to China. Which led to the idea: why not loan out (the equally cute) Malayan Tapirs to zoos globally in the same way. So we talk about this idea, and the notion of animal diplomacy.Image Credit: 123rf.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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26:03

KL Through The Eyes (And Food!) Of Migrants

Evening Edition ·

2023/08/30

The Kembara Stories and Food Trail Project aims to give people a new lens through which to experience Kuala Lumpur: a walking tour led by migrants, who take you through the city's neighbourhoods and cultural gems. Perhaps most exciting, during the tour, participants get to experience the culinary traditions of these migrant communities. We check in with the people behind this project. To check them out and see how you can participate, you can visit https://projectfuturemalaysia.com/Image Credit:

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20:35

Trending Today: What Were You Famous For In School?

Evening Edition ·

2023/08/29

Back in school, whether you were the teacher's pet, the one who was always dozing off in class, or the one who scored consistent good grades, apparently everyone was famous (or infamous!) for something! We discuss those glory days.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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19:47

Promoting Sarawak Longhouses As Homestays

Evening Edition ·

2023/08/29

The Minister of Tourism, Creative Industry and Performing Arts Sarawak, Datuk Seri Abdul Karim Rahman Hamzah has announced plans to promote traditional longhouses as homestays - specifically Sibu and Kapit longhouses. We look into how a concerted state government effort for this might mean, how it might help the communities involved, and how it would bolster tourism in Sarawak.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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13:14

Trending Today: What's A Walk Away From You?

Evening Edition ·

2023/08/28

More specifically, what can you do, within a 10-minute walking distance from your house? That's the question we're asking today, after an X user brought up walkable urbanism, and essentially how it's made their life more fulfilling. We discuss the issue with our listeners.Image Credit: 123rf.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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27:49

Feeding The Nation By Focusing On Food Security

Evening Edition ·

2023/08/28

The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security has announced that they will be focusing on four dimensions of food security as defined by the Food and Agriculture Organisation, specifically: availability, access, utilisation, and, stability and sustainability. So we discuss these focus areas and how they could be applied to the Malaysian context, as well as what else needs to be done to bolster our food security.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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16:00

Trending Today: Eh, What's Your Salary?

Evening Edition ·

2023/08/25

An X user shared that she and her friends discuss how much they earn, as a way to gain insight into their careers and how to negotiate for a fair salary - which led us to ask, do you discuss what you make with your friends? This opened a discussion on what is often viewed as a sensitive subject, with listeners both in support of this sort of openness, and also pointing out why it might be uncomfortable or problematic.Image Credit: ShutterstockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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