
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.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 404 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HistoryNewsPolitics | |||

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A thoughtful program that centers political economy, human rights, and development through a Southeast Asian lens. Across recent episodes, topics range from inclusive representation and indigenous rights in Southeast Asia to Malaysia's human rights landscape, student debt reform, and labor movements. The show often features academics, economists, and active civil-society voices, plus regional voices from international development circles, creating a blend of rigorous analysis and on-the-ground activism. A notable strength is its willingness to unpack complex policy issues—like education financing, unemployment, and basic income—in a way that connects local realities to broader global debates.
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1. Dr. Vilashini Somiah
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