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Beyond the Ballot Box

BFM Media
Malaysia
ASEAN
United States
Neoliberalism
Corruption
China
Parti Sosialis Malaysia
Tariffs
Political Financing Act
Economics
DAP
Labor Rights
Kuala Lumpur
Iran
Palestine
Israel
Digital Economy
Development Economics
Human Rights
United Nations

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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Latest Episodes

It's a wrap! The Ones to Watch series has heard the journey and stories of 10 young politicians wanting to make Malaysia a better place. To discuss how youth enter and rise in political parties, we speak with Dashran Yohan of BFM89.9 and Iskandar Far... more

Nadira Ilana is a Sabahan filmmaker, activist and storyteller. Born and raised in Sabah, she has spent years documenting stories that often sit outside the dominant national narrative, tackling questions of memory, identity and nation-building from t... more

Every minister in Putrajaya has a private secretary, a press officer, and a special officer. Many of these officers go on to become politicians themselves. To examine how young political actors learn the ropes, we speak to Loh Ker Chean, National Vic... more

The global order is shifting, with the dominance of the US being challenged by a rising China and a more multipolar world taking shape. For Southeast Asia, these changes bring both opportunities and risks: ASEAN is attracting investment as companies ... more

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Loh Ker Chean
Special Function Officer to the Education Minister; National Vice Chief of the Wanita KEADILAN
KEADILAN (Parti Keadilan Rakyat)
Episode: Ones to Watch #11 - How do young politicians learn the ropes?
Edward Vrkic
Resident representative, United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
United Nations Development Programme
Episode: ASEAN in a Multipolar World
Deborah Dris
Committee member of Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu, Batu Kitang branch
Parti Pesaka Bumiputera Bersatu (PBB)
Episode: Ones to Watch #10 - Where are youth in Sarawakian politics?
Raja Ahmad Aminullah
Writer, poet and cultural activist
Author of Sepujot Surat Sebuah Episode
Episode: Reading History Through Letters
Fadhli Umar Aminolhuda
National ex-co-member of Pemuda Amanah, youth wing of Parti Amanah Negara
Pemuda Amanah
Episode: Ones to Watch #9 - Can Muslim youth usher in progressive politics?
Dr. Shatesh Kumar Sanga
Press Secretary to the Minister of National Unity and National Putra MIC Chief
Malaysian Indian Congress (MIC)
Episode: Ones to Watch #8 - Can youth revive a party?
Katherine Trebeck
Political economist; advocate for the Wellbeing Economy; economic change director at The Next Economy
The Next Economy
Episode: Why We Need to Move Towards a Wellbeing Economy
Rashifa Aljunied
MUDA's candidate for Putri Wangsa in Johor state elections
MUDA
Episode: Ones to Watch #7 - How do youth persevere in politics?
Rajiv Rishyakaran
DAP member, ADUN for Bukit Gasing
DAP
Episode: Could ‘Solidarity’ Be the Antidote to Identity Politics?

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Dashren Yohan
Host of Beyond the Ballot Box
Darshan Yohan
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4.8 out of 5 stars from 19 ratings
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    Kazuo Ting
    Australia4 years ago

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Excellent for understanding the links between education, labor, and policy.
Global perspectives on imperialism and human rights add valuable context for regional issues.
Thoughtful, well-researched discussions that are accessible to non-specialists.
Guests consistently bring credible expertise and practical insights.
Shows depth and breadth on Malaysian politics and rights.

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#154
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Ones to Watch #9 - Can Muslim youth usher in progressive politics?
Q: How does AMANA plan to compete with established parties and win over younger Malays who lean towards identity-focused messaging?
By going back to basics—strengthening usroh networks, leveraging universities and overseas connections, and focusing on tangible issues like housing, employment, and living costs—while presenting a clear, progressive Islam that resonates with the modern electorate.
Ones to Watch #9 - Can Muslim youth usher in progressive politics?
Q: What kind of politician do you want to be, and what makes AMANA distinct from other parties in the split you referenced?
I aim to be a progressive Muslim leader who emphasizes Rahmah and concrete governance outcomes, such as welfare programs and cost of living relief, to appeal to Malay voters beyond identity politics. AMANA's distinctiveness lies in combining Islamic values with practical policy and a progressive stance within the Malay political landscape.
Ones to Watch #11 - How do young politicians learn the ropes?
Q: What would you tell a 22-year-old wishing to enter this pipeline?
Start from the ground, offer yourself to service centers to deal with everyday problems, be patient, and cultivate empathy through grassroots work; this journey, though long and demanding, builds the essential understanding and trust needed to advance in politics.
ASEAN in a Multipolar World
Q: From an ASEAN perspective, how would you describe the period we are living in right now?
Asia is the dominant engine of global growth, but there is still uncertainty about whether the period will translate into long-term, tangible benefits for citizens across ASEAN, requiring strategies to lift living standards and enhance value-added production.
ASEAN in a Multipolar World
Q: Before we hone in on ASEAN specifically, how are you reading these shifts more broadly?
The shift to multipolarity is not neat; transitions are fragmented and offer both challenges and opportunities, with questions of sovereignty and resilience at the core.

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A sharp, issue-driven show that centers political economy, human rights, and governance in Malaysia and Southeast Asia through a class-informed lens. Episodes frequently feature researchers, activists, and diplomats who unpack how policy, race, education, and labor intersect with everyday life, highlighting practical reforms, civic spaces, and systemic challenges. The format tends to blend data-driven analyses with on-the-ground storytelling, offering listeners thoughtful context for current events and long-running social debates. A standout aspect is the consistent engagement with underexplored perspectives—youth priorities, labor rights, and anti-imperialist solidarities—delivered through accessible conversations with seasoned researchers... more

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