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Date Programmes Podcast Title  
26-May-25 Open For Business
(10:00 AM)
How ZUZU Helps Independent Hotels Boost Revenue & Cut Costs
Vikram Malhi, Co-Founder & CEO, ZUZU Hospitality
20-May-25 Open For Business
(10:00 AM)
How Hotel Owners Lose Money And How to Avoid It
Dr. Timmy Ho, Managing Director, Pragmatique
29-Apr-25 People, Planet, Profit
(9:30 AM)
Creating A Culture Of Sustainability At Shangri-La Rasa Ria
Fiona Hagan, General Manager, Shangri-La Rasa Ria Kota Kinabalu
11-Mar-25 Top 5 At 5
(5:00 PM)
Top 5 at 5: Understanding Thailand's Deep South Conflict
Don Pathan, Thailand-based security analyst
04-Dec-24 The Property Show
(9:30 AM)
Transforming A Hotel Into A Retirement Village
Anna Chew, CEO, ReU Living
14-Nov-24 The Breakfast Grille
(8:00 AM)
OYO: Restrategising A (Finally) Profitable Business
Akshay Rathod, Country Head, OYO Malaysia
23-Oct-24 Top 5 At 5
(5:00 PM)
Top 5 at 5: Making EPF Mandatory for Migrant Workers
Adrian Pereira, Executive Director, North South Initiative
27-Sep-24 Top 5 At 5
(5:00 PM)
Top 5 at 5: Finding The Right University For You
Jason Pandya-Wood, Dean of Arts and Social Sciences, University of Nottingham Malaysia
20-Aug-24 Open For Business
(10:00 AM)
Expanding Horizons: Swing & Pillows' Growth
Dino Loh, Director, Swing & Pillows
27-Mar-24 The Breakfast Grille
(8:00 AM)
Minor International: The Hospitality Group With Major Plans
Dillip Rajakarier, Group CEO, Minor Hotels and Minor International
15-Feb-24 Morning Brief
(7:45 AM)
Malaysia's Hotel Operators' Continued Headwinds
Shaharuddin Saaid, Executive Director, Malaysian Association of Hotel Owners (MAHO)
22-Nov-23 The Property Show
(9:30 AM)
From Abandoned Office To Boutique Hotel
Julie Tay, Executive Director and General Manager, LimeTree Hotel
04-Aug-23 Track By Track
(10:00 PM)
EP78: Eagles' Hotel California
14-Jul-23 Evening Edition
(5:00 PM)
Why Are Budget Hotels Unable To Turn A Profit?
Gary Bowerman, Director at Check In Asia
23-Jun-23 Top Story
(7:45 AM)
Charging Tourist US Dollars Does Not Solve A Demand Issue
Shaharuddin Said, Executive Director, Malaysian Association of Hotel Owners
06-Jun-23 Morning Brief
(7:30 AM)
Shangri-La Dialogue Not Giving Defence Ministers Utopia?
Chong Ja Ian, Associate Professor, Department of Political Science, National University of Singapore
 
 




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Today’s Shows



6:00 AM

The 6AM Stretch

Thought-provoking discussions on ideas, people and events shaping our lives.

7:00 AM

World Market Watch

Laurent Lequeu of The Macro Butler Newsletter tells us where international markets are heading.

7:15 AM

Morning Brief

We recap global and local headlines from today's papers and portals.

7:30 AM

Morning Brief

Dr. Adrian Ang of the S. Rajaratnam School of International Studies discusses the political implications of the LA protests.

7:45 AM

Morning Brief

Datuk William Ng of SAMENTA voices concern as the expanded SST threatens to raise costs and complicate compliance for SMEs.

8:00 AM

The Breakfast Grille

KPKT Minister Nga Kor Ming speaks about Malaysia's presidency of the UN-Habitat General Assembly for the 2025–2029 term and the Urban Renewal Bill.

8:45 AM

Morning Brief

Lawyer Kee Hui Yee discusses the legalities of government-instated travel bans.

9:00 AM

Opening Bell

World Market Watch: Laurent Lequeu of The Macro Butler Newsletter tells us where international markets are heading.

9:15 AM

Opening Bell

Eddy Do, Hong Leong Investment Bank shares his outlook for Malaysia's banking sector.

9:35 AM

The Property Show

Yap Zer Ken of Plush Services gives us the 101 on how to start a successful short-term rental space.

10:05 AM

Open For Business

Dato’ Ronnie Chong, Managing Director of Absolute Protech Sports, shares how this Malaysian brand grew into a global badminton player, and why pickleball might be its next big move.

11:00 AM

The Workplace

Camelia Loh, Founder & CEO of Kabel, joins us to talk about the growing disconnect in the workplace, what “quiet quitting” is really telling us, and why traditional engagement strategies are no longer enough. From the role of empathetic leadership to what Millennials and Gen Z truly want at work, we explore what’s changed, what still matters, and how companies can rebuild trust and connection in a way that actually sticks. Camelia also shares how Kabel has reimagined work culture to engage young talent, and what she’s learned about the real meaning of employer branding—beyond the perks and buzzwords.

12:00 PM

Enterprise Explores

Thenesh Kannaa, Executive Director, Tratax

1:00 PM

The Breakfast Grille Repeat

KPKT Minister Nga Kor Ming speaks about Malaysia's presidency of the UN-Habitat General Assembly for the 2025–2029 term and the Urban Renewal Bill.

2:05 PM

Discovery Hour

An eclectic selection of BBC shows, curated with variety in mind.

3:05 PM

Earth Matters

Malaysia has pledged net-zero by 2050, but new research suggests its fossil fuel plans may derail those goals. We speak to Adam Farhan of RimbaWatch on the contradictions and needed policy shifts.

4:05 PM

Health & Living

With seven states banning vape shops or considering to do so, what consequences will this have on our economy and our healthcare system?

5:00 PM

Top 5 at 5

6:00 PM

Good Things

Anson Thomas, a former Indian hockey goalkeeper and customs officer, has dedicated 30 years to rescuing over 800 women and children from human trafficking, often at personal risk. We hear about his motivations, rescue experiences, and how he assists survivors in rebuilding their lives.

7:00 PM

Made in Malaysia

What exactly makes kuih, kuih? And in an age of mass production, are we losing the heart of what makes kuih special? We unpack this with a seasoned cooking instructor.

8:00 PM

Cruise Control

It’s another used car review - this time it’s something more utilitarian! Daniel talks about a used Toyota Land Cruiser Prado!