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Beyond the Ballot Box

BFM Media
Malaysia
Corruption
Political Financing Act
Electoral Processes
ASEAN
Nuclear War
Political Parties
Trade Unions
Landraub
Tobacco Lobby
United States
Public Procurement
Workers
Neoliberalism
Singapore
Project SAMA
Land Grabbing
APEC
Najib Razak
Anwar Ibrahim

As they say, democracy doesn't begin and end at the ballot box. On Beyond the Ballot Box, we have in-depth conversations about political economy and human rights in Malaysia, Southeast Asia, and around the globe through a class prism.

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Recent Guests

Dr. Vilashini Somiah
Feminist anthropologist and senior lecturer at University Malaya
University Malaya
Episode: Sabahan to Chair Prestigious Southeast Asian Council
Jernell Tan
Documentation and Monitoring Coordinator at Suaram
Suaram
Episode: Malaysian Human Rights Report 2024
Gandipan Nantha Gopalan
Central Committee member at Parti Sosialis Malaysia
Parti Sosialis Malaysia
Episode: Why Is Labour Day Important?
Kanni Wignaraja
United Nations Assistant Secretary-General and Regional Director for Asia and the Pacific at the United Nations Development Programme
United Nations Development Programme
Episode: What’s Next for Malaysia’s Development?
Bawani Kaniapan
Candidate for the Ayer Kuning by-election and deputy secretary of Parti Sosialis Malaysia.
Parti Sosialis Malaysia
Episode: Ayer Kuning: What Can the Third Force Offer?
Guy Standing
British economist and co-founder of the Basic Income Earth Network
Basic Income Earth Network
Episode: Why We Need to Give Free Money to Everyone
Professor Jomo Kwame Sundaram
Prominent academic, economist and public intellectual
Episode: What Trump's Tariffs Reveal About Neoliberalism and Dollar Dominance
Yin Shao Loong
Deputy Director of Research at the Khazanah Research Institute
Khazanah Research Institute
Episode: How Should Malaysia Navigate Trump’s Tariffs?
Jerald Joseph
Director of Pusat KOMAS
Pusat KOMAS
Episode: Malaysia Racism Report: Looking Back at the Past Decade

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Dashren Yohan
Host of Beyond the Ballot Box

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
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    Keep it up . Listening oversea 😎. Nobody cover it like bfm

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    Kazuo Ting
    Australia3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the in-depth coverage of political and social issues relevant to Malaysia and Southeast Asia.

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#201
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#134
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Why Malaysia Needs a Proper Parliamentary Services Act
Q: Why has it taken so long for us to reintroduce the Parliamentary Services Act? And what are the political challenges that exist even right now?
Political will, particularly from the Prime Minister's Office, may hinder the relinquishment of power necessary for effective parliamentary reform. There have been some tidbits of reform, but sustained civil society pressure has been critical to the renewed push for the act.
Why Malaysia Needs a Proper Parliamentary Services Act
Q: What are the main institutional weaknesses in parliament today that a good parliamentary services act could address?
The parliamentary staff are currently public servants under executive control, which leads to conflicts of interest and inefficiencies within the parliamentary system. A robust act would ensure the independence of parliamentary staff to support effective lawmaking.
Why Is Labour Day Important?
Q: How do you see the trajectory going forward for the labour movement in Malaysia?
The labour movement must get stronger to fight the precarious work conditions as the economy shifts towards gig work.
Why Is Labour Day Important?
Q: What was significant about the 70s that propelled politicians to declare May 1st a national public holiday?
It came after years of pressure from workers' unions and networks who demanded recognition of May Day.
Why Lack of Political Funding Act Hurts Malaysia
Q: What are the usual stumbling blocks when discussing political financing legislation?
Differences often arise between smaller parties wanting caps on donations and larger parties favoring bigger contributions, making consensus difficult.

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This podcast features thoughtful discussions centered around political economy and human rights issues, specifically focusing on Malaysia, Southeast Asia, and broader global contexts. Episodes explore a variety of significant topics, including labor rights, human rights violations, the complexities of neoliberalism, and socio-political dynamics affecting marginalized communities. Notable discussions also address themes such as the implications of Universal Basic Income, the role of activism in politics, and the intricate relationships between race and governance in Malaysia. With a unique blend of academic insights and grassroots perspectives, it provides a platform for diverse voices and essential critiques concerning social justice and po... more

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2. Jernell Tan
3. Gandipan Nantha Gopalan
4. Kanni Wignaraja
5. Bawani Kaniapan
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