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We all have our favourite cult classic movies, but what are the ingredients that make them a "cult classic"? That's what Michael Gong is asking Kam Raslan and Matt Armitage on his return to A Bit of Culture. But before we get to that, Matt talks about whether we still need humans for our space travels, on the back of the successful Artemis II mission, while Kam talks about buzzwords, inspired by his recent read. Three topics, different takes — only on another classic episode of A Bit of Culture.Image Source: Harrison Haines / Pexels.com

Ong Kar Jin and Sudais Ferhard join Kam Raslan on this episode of A Bit of Culture to discuss fandoms, collectibles, and historicisation. Kam kicks off the episode with his observation on fandoms, inspired by his other show on the station, Just For Kicks, and how the pundits on that show are very loyal and protective of their teams. Then, Sudais talks about collectibles and the rabbit hole they can lead to if one is not careful, slightly inspired by his personal experiences. In the second part of the show, Kar Jin ponders about the moments we're living through now and how they will be historicised.Image Source: Eslam Mohammed Abdelmaksoud / Pexels.com

A Bit of Culture is back with host Kam Raslan, accompanied by Vernon Adrian Emuang and Sheryll Paul, to talk about reading, syncretism, and comfort culture. Kam starts the show by reflecting on his reading habits and learning about how his guests read. Then, Vernon talks about syncretism, inspired by the Oxford English Dictionary's (OED) recent decision to add a few Malaysian words to its lexicon. In the second part of the show, Sheryll talks about returning to shows that bring her comfort every now and then. Three different topics that will tickle your curiosity from different angles.Image Source: www.kaboompics.com / Pexels.com

A Bit of Culture returns from the Raya break with three topics that are unique in their own ways. Kam gets the ball rolling with a conversation on dying art forms, inspired by Timothée Chalamet's recent comment on opera and ballet. Then, it's Zan's turn to talk about critical thinking (or the lack thereof) among students in higher education these days, with Marion chiming in with her experiences. In the second part of the show, Marion reflects on the deaths of those around her and what those experiences have taught her. Three different topics that are sure to get your mind racing.Image Source: cottonbro studio / Pexels.com

Another week, another episode of A Bit of Culture featuring our bubbly, knowledgeable host Kam Raslan, regular guest Dhanya Nair, and debutant Steve Yong, a content creator. Dhanya starts the ball rolling by talking about the return of old TV shows, either in the form of a reboot/remake, or a continuation from where they left off. She's not sure how to feel about them, with the rest chiming in with their thoughts. Then, it's Kam's turn to discuss whether people should learn the old tech of their field before adopting the current tech. In the second part of the show, Steve talks about the thriving online communities that emerge from various online video games, drawing from his own personal experiences of playing the MMORPG MapleStory for years.Image Source: Anthony / Pexels.com

If you’re given the creative rein to reboot James Bond, how would you do it? That’s the question returning guest Na’a Murad is asking our host Kam Raslan and the other guest Ahmad Yazid, as Na’a suggests his unique take on Ian Fleming’s most beloved work. But before we get there, Ahmad Yazid opens up about his life’s turning point and how it changed him forever, while Kam wonders why some people choose to climb Mount Everest. Three unique topics that are a signature of the show. Only on A Bit of Culture.Image Source: photostock360 / Shutterstock.com

Do people generally read the instructions before using a product? That's the question our host, Kam Raslan, is asking his guests, Hafiz Noor Shams and Matt Armitage, revealing his dislike for instructions along the way. Beyond that topic, Matt talks about how technology is ruining the believability of modern storytelling, while Hafiz ponders whether books will become a luxury item in the future. Three different topics to get you thinking as you tackle the coming week!Image Source: Athena Sandrini / Pexels.com

They used to be the butt of jokes back in the 80s and in the 90s, especially in schools, but now they rule the world — the "nerds" are finally cool, according to our guest Michael Gong. He shares his observation with our host Kam Raslan, and the other guest, Sudais Ferhard. But before we get to that, Kam ponders Nostradamus and whether people are still paying attention to his predictions now, compared to before. In the second part of the show, Sudais talks about Seedance, the latest AI-generated video technology that's now taking the world by storm. How will the creative industry respond to it? Three topics, with different levels of synergy between them, only on A Bit of Culture.Image Source: Pressmaster / Shutterstock.com

As the state of the world continues to get very depressing, our culture vulture Kam Raslan wonders whether good will always triumph over evil. Joining him to ponder that question and eke out just a bit more optimism from this world are Sheryll Paul and Dhanya Nair. Alongside that topic, Dhanya talks about having a partner and whether that is becoming less fashionable in an age where people are embracing independence and individualism. In the second part of the show, Sheryll shares her thoughts on the current trend of using AI to create an AI caricature of yourself. Three distinct topics that will get your mind racing!Image Source: sulit.photos / Shutterstock.com

Fan fiction is a literature category that's pretty huge, with fans putting their own spin on lores, fandoms, and stories that they love. Not really knowing much about it, our host Kam Raslan seeks the help of one of this week's guests, Sudais Ferhard, to help him understand more about it. But before they get to that topic, Kam asks the other guest, Matt Armitage, to talk about the state of AI in 2026. In the second part of the show, Sudais speaks about unusual travel destinations that he would like to visit. Another classic episode of A Bit of Culture that's fun and insightful.Image Source: Sharaf Maksumov / Shutterstock.com

It's a fascinating exchange of ideas and insights when Kam and his two guests, Zan Azlee and Vernon Adrian Emuang, get together again for another episode of A Bit of Culture. Vernon takes the lead here, opening the show with a conversation on film biographies that take creative liberties to embellish the narrative. Is this something that we should take note of? Kam follows that up by talking about our names and whether we are defined by them. Then, in the second part of the show, Zan talks about his use of AI as a creative sparring partner. Three distinctive topics — just the way A Bit of Culture is meant to be enjoyed!Image Source: valiantsin suprunovich / Shutterstock.com

A Bit of Culture returns for the new year, raring to go again. We start the first episode of the year with three distinctive topics. Dhanya goes first, talking about the simulation hypothesis and whether it's a theory that the others have entertained as they ponder life. Then it's Kar Jin's turn to talk about performative reading and whether some people are choosing to pretend they're reading to appear smart. In the second part of the show, Kam talks about whether people are going to the cinema as often as they used to. Three different topics with the usual A Bit of Culture flavour.Image Source: Darlene Alderson / Pexels.com

Is being happy and content the same? This is the question that Dhanya Nair brings to the table as she seeks the perfect balance between the two. Our host Kam Raslan and his partner-in-crime Mikey Gong try to answer that question while juggling their topics. Mikey talks about the depth of children's books and what the panel would like to write if given the chance, while Kam speaks about being on time and its value. Three different topics that somehow meet in the middle to form another exciting episode of A Bit of Culture!Image Source: Helena Lopes / Pexels.com

Once upon a time, we looked to the West for inspiration on all things - from culture to politics. But things have changed now, as the West is now mired in various problems and no longer the beacon of inspiration that it was. So, what do we make of this? This is the question that returning guest Hafiz Noor Shams poses to his peer, Zan Azlee, and our host, Kam Raslan. But before we get to that, Zan talks about his EPF money and how he does not want the withdrawal age to be extended so that he can withdraw it soon when the time comes. Kam speaks about James Brooke, the White Rajah of Sarawak who ruled the state in the past. Three vastly different topics on another episode of A Bit of Culture!Image Source: Keverne Denahan / Pexels.com

Does listening to audiobooks count as reading? That's the question our guest Matt Armitage poses to our host, the venerable Kam Raslan, and our other guest, Vernon Adrian Emuang. They dissect the differences between the two in the second part of the show, but prior to that, they talk about historians' roles in the age of AI and whether they'll be displaced, followed by the uniqueness of "pasar malams" and whether they should be given UNESCO accreditation. Another episode of A Bit of Culture that will get your mind racing and pondering!Image Source: Olga Miltsova / Shutterstock.com