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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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Dr. Khoo Ying Hooi
Associate Professor of International Relations and Human Rights at University of Malaya
Universiti Malaya
Episode: Lessons From Anthony Loke’s Defeat in Chennah
Azman Azeez
Pemuda UMNO Malaysia, Exco; leadership and membership development
Pemuda UMNO Malaysia
Episode: Ones to Watch #5 - How Do Youth Rise Within a Party?
Charles Santiago
Former Klang MP, Director of Monitoring Sustainability of Globalization (MSN)
Monitoring Sustainability of Globalization (MSN)
Episode: Why Providing Free Breakfast in Schools Should Be a National Priority
Nalina Nair
Petaling Jaya City Councilor for Zone 19 and Publicity Secretary for DAP Women Selangor
DAP
Episode: Ones to Watch #4 - City Councillorship as a Stepping Stone for Politicians?
Na'Im Brundage
Ex-co of Armada, Bersatu; digital strategist turned politician
Parti Bersatu (BERSATU)
Episode: Ones to Watch #3 - Is Going Viral a Pathway into Politics?
Badrul Hisham Ismail
Researcher and author of Reluctant Capital Essays on Kuala Lumpur
Author, Reluctant Capital
Episode: Understanding Kuala Lumpur and the Forces That Shaped It
Cassel Krishnan
Malacca Dapsi Chief, youth wing of DAP
DAP (Democratic Action Party)
Episode: Ones to Watch #2 - What Motivates Young Politicians?
Dr. Francis Hutchinson
Principal Fellow and Coordinator of the Malaysia Studies Programme at the ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute
ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute (Singapore)
Episode: How Will Johor Transform Over the Next Decade?
Nurul Rifayah
One of the 18 youth who took the government to court to implement Undi 18
Advocate for youth voting rights, activist
Episode: Ones to Watch #1: UNDI 18, Buyers Regret?

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Dashren Yohan
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Darshan Yohan
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4.8 out of 5 stars from 19 ratings
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    Keep it up . Listening oversea 😎. Nobody cover it like bfm

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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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Here Are Key Economic Policies That Anwar Ibrahim Should Prioritise
Q: What is your stance on public health insurance versus private insurers in a reformed system?
The government should act as the monopsony purchaser to negotiate prices and ensure necessary treatment, while allowing private insurers to exist with healthy competition; in essence, a minimal public health tax-funded framework can deliver universal access more efficiently than a heavy-handed, fully nationalized system.
Here Are Key Economic Policies That Anwar Ibrahim Should Prioritise
Q: Why should universal basic income be a priority for Malaysia right now?
Because universal basic income provides a universal, steady foundation that protects people from precarity, supports basic needs like food, and unlocks potential for people to seek better livelihoods without the constant fear of falling through the cracks; it can be implemented gradually with existing savings from subsidy reform.
From Campus to Streets: Alyaah Hani on Student Movements
Q: What gives you the strength to speak up?
Support from fellow activists, civil society groups, and a caring family, plus the sense of responsibility to stand up for others who lack a platform; also the public validation from a growing community gives momentum.
Rethinking Labour Justice For Migrant Workers
Q: What are the key concerns highlighted in the Bangladesh-Malaysia context, and how do recruitment fees and governance affect outcomes for workers?
Bangladesh migrant workers face exorbitant recruitment fees, often paid to unscrupulous agencies, which leads to debt bondage and precarious conditions; addressing these issues requires transparent recruitment, accountability for perpetrators, and policy reforms that reduce the financial burden on workers.
Rethinking Labour Justice For Migrant Workers
Q: What does it mean to put migrant workers and refugees at the center of a more just and inclusive labour system?
It requires a comprehensive, participatory policy that brings affected communities to the decision-making table, creates an enabling environment for voice and justice, and supports shared resources and visible, sustained organizing beyond temporary aid.

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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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4. Nalina Nair
5. Na'Im Brundage
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