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Most Malaysians are one bad flood, one long blackout, or one supply disruption away from realising that they're completely unprepared. And if the Klang Valley floods and pandemic-era emergencies have taught us anything, it's that these things happen, and they happen fast. Tonight, we unpack what you need to know to prepare for any emergency that comes your way with Nik Muhammad Hafiz, the founder of Urban Preppers Malaysia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For some, philosophy conjures images of ancient bearded Greeks, dense books and strings of big words that just don’t make sense. They might even think that philosophy is an elite discipline that never escapes the walls of academia. But for others, philosophy can be something far more ordinary and accessible to the average person – something that quietly shapes the way we think, the choices we make, and ultimately how we live our lives. We speak to the co-founders of an organisation that believes in just that, Dr Tee Chen Giap and Chew Zhun Yee of the Malaysian Philosophy Society.Image Credit: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In recent years, European governments have uncovered plots involving so‑called “disposable agents” who are operatives sent on one‑off missions and then discarded. They’re expendable, deniable, and replaceable. How are they recruited? What missions do they undertake? And what larger strategy is Moscow pursuing? We break it down.Image Credits: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Actor Timothée Chalamet’s recent remarks dismissing ballet and opera have reignited debate on the relevance of classical art forms in modern society. Does ballet still resonate and connect with today’s audiences? Has it endured as a dance form and method of storytelling? We explore. Image Credits: Pexels See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most Malaysians will recognise the 90-year-old Adibah Amin as the author of the twice-weekly New Straits Times column in the 1970s and 1980s, “As I Was Passing” (originally published under a pen name, Sri Delima). Recipient of the 1991 Southeast Asian Writers Award, she is also a celebrated novelist, educator, translator, and, whose warmth, wit and humanity shaped generations of readers across racial and linguistic lines. We’re diving into the question of why Adibah Amin is considered one of the most important and unforgettable voices of Malaysia’s literary and media landscape, together with Aishah Ali, Former Journalist and Editor (Women, Features and Sunday Mail), New Straits Times.A special tribute ceremony to celebrate the veteran journalist and writer will be held at The Majestic Hotel Kuala Lumpur on 12 April 2026. The event will also mark the launch of As I Was Passing: Legacy Edition and serve as a fundraiser to help cover the costs of her care and medical treatment. Those who wish to attend can contact [email protected] for more information.Image Credits: Wikimedia Commons See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Women-only spaces have a long and complex history. From grassroots support groups and domestic violence shelters to professional networks, gyms, book clubs, and online communities. In conjunction with International Women’s Day, we sit down with Zara Riza, owner of the first gentlewomen’s club in KL. We also learn about the importance of women’s safe spaces with the folks at Women’s March Malaysia. Image Credit: Marookha TTDI Facebook See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wang Kelian, located in the north western corner of Perlis and bordering Thailand, is a valley where limestone hills, rare plants, wildlife and stories are waiting to be told. In 2024, a team of conservationists and storytellers embarked on a journey to document its hidden beauty through a project. One of those individuals, Peter Ong, joins us to talk about the project and why Wang Kelian should be on our list of travel destinations. Image Credits: Pexels See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Early this year, the US Department of Justice released 3.5 million files related to financier, human trafficker and sex offender, Jeffrey Epstein, drawing more of us into the Wild West of conspiracy theories. The files confirm what we already know about his crimes, and much of it references high‑profile figures, but often without context or evidence. Raw, redacted, and sprawling, the files are enough to spark rumours, questions, and deeper confusion – which is exactly what we’ll be diving into with our guest, who had to reckon with the fact that he himself is mentioned 25 times in the files.*Note: Toward the end of the podcast, Sharaad refers to Koo Stark as Prince William’s ex. This is incorrect — Koo Stark is Prince Andrew’s former partner.Image Credit: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cyberwarfare is in the spotlight after the US attack on Venezuela. We explore this with Benjamin Ang, comparing it to earlier cases like Stuxnet, and examining what cyber conflict means for both superpowers and small states. Image Credit: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Money doesn’t grow on trees, and we’re taught from a young age that we must always be prudent about how we spend our money. But how many of us are taught how to do that and do it well? Capping off the month where Today I Learned has been focusing on different areas of personal improvement, we speak to Nirmala Supramaniam, Head of Household Financial Education Department at Agensi Kaunseling dan Pengurusan Kredit (AKPK) on how we can be better at money. Image Credit: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They say the best way to smoke your last cigarette is to not have one at all, but we know it is easier said than done. In this first month of 2026, Today I Learned will be focusing on different areas of personal improvement. In this episode, we explore one of the most common health goals people have when they kick off the new yeat: Quitting smoking.Image Credit: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first month of 2026, Today I Learned will be focusing on different areas of personal improvement. For this episode, the question is: how can I sleep better? We sit down with sleep psychologist Julian Lim to understand how sleep really works - from its biological necessity to its changing value in society. Image Credit: Pexels See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the first month of 2026, Today I Learned will be focusing on different areas of personal improvement. For this episode, the question is: how do I make friends? We’ve heard about the Friendship Recession - and while most research is based on the US and European countries, there’s anecdotal evidence that the feeling of being disconnected and having fewer close friends is becoming a common experience for more people. We speak to Daren Despois, Counseling Psychologist & Certified ICF Coach about the art and skill of cultivating friendships. Image Credit: shutterstock.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we near the end of the year, it’s a busy time for family get-togethers, especially as children are on school break and adults are taking time off work. Whether you’re having dinner together with the extended family or going on a break with your partner (with or without children), it’s almost inevitable for some of us that there will be some minor disagreements. So how do we avoid them or at least prevent them from blowing up into major arguments? Here to guide us through that is licensed and registered counsellor Esther Chu.  Image Credit: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We explore how Western Christianity and colonialism have shaped the political and religious landscape of Palestine, and how Palestinians have responded through traditions of ecumenism, solidarity, and resistance. Paul Catafago joins us to talk about the spirit of religious tolerance in Palestinian society, the historic roles of Christian intellectuals and leaders alongside their Muslim counterparts, the abandonment of Palestinian Christians by Western churches through Christian Zionism, and how these dynamics have deepened cooperation across faiths in the struggle for sovereignty. Image Credit: Shutterstock See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.