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Talkback

BFM Media
Malaysia
Bullying
Social Media
Mental Health
Cost Of Living
Masculinity
Fireworks
Child Development
Relationships
Emotional Health
JK Rowling
Accents
Communication
Critical Thinking
Malaysia's Education System
Home Appliances
Travel
Chinese New Year
Respect
Burnout

We’re on, when you’re off. Lee Chwi Lynn, Kelvin Yee and Tasha Fusil restore sanity to your day even as you’re stuck in traffic trying to get home. And who isn’t? Tune in as they take on hot-potato issues to inform and entertain you, soundtracked by the thumping music that only BFM plays. EE runs the gamut, bringing you noteworthy pop culture, punchy interviews, and rocking call-in sessions.

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Recent Guests

Haresh Deol
Sports journalist and editor, co-founder of 2213
2213
Episode: Is the World Cup Worth the Price?
Dr. Zainal
Medical practitioner working in palliative care
Palliative care
Episode: Do You Have A Bucket List?
Lee Hwok-Aun
Senior Fellow at the ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute
ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute
Episode: Should We Chip In For Our Fuel Subsidies?
Sherad Kutun
erstwhile co-host introduced on air; local travel commentator
BFM 89.9
Episode: What Is Your Favourite Cuti-Cuti Malaysia?
Zainah Anwar
Activist and founder of CIS Forum
CIS Forum
Episode: Best Festive Music: Your 2026 Raya Playlist
M Nasir
Legendary musician
M Nasir (artist)
Episode: Best Festive Music: Your 2026 Raya Playlist
Shahril Hamdan
Musician at Keluasa Kejap
Keluasa Kejap
Episode: Best Festive Music: Your 2026 Raya Playlist
Marina Mahathir
Public figure and listener guest, notable advocacy)
Independent / The Impatient Sisters connection referenced
Episode: Best Festive Music: Your 2026 Raya Playlist
Bront Palarae
Actor and guest with a Raya message
Actor (Bront Palarae)
Episode: Best Festive Music: Your 2026 Raya Playlist

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Lee Chwi Lynn
Host of Talkback on BFM 89.9
Sherad Kutten
Co-host of Talkback; frequent on-air presence in discussions
Susan Tham
Co-host of Talkback

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What Are Your Ang Pow Expectations?
Q: What are the Ang Pao expectations when you're on the receiving end?
Expectations can range from specific amounts based on relationships, with the understanding that giving is a gesture of goodwill rather than an obligation.
What Are Your Ang Pow Expectations?
Q: How do you decide when it comes to Ang Pao, how much to give and for who?
The amount varies based on budget, relationship closeness, and the effort to make recipients feel appreciated during the festive season.
Are We Ready To Have More Pet-Friendly Spaces?
Q: Should pets be allowed in public spaces?
Many callers expressed varying opinions, with some advocating for designated areas while others emphasized cultural sensitivities and hygiene issues.
Do You Celebrate Valentine's?
Q: Do you celebrate Valentine's Day? Why or why not?
Many listeners do celebrate, often using it as an opportunity to express love uniquely each year, while others see it as overly commercialized or irrelevant.
Should UPSR and PT3 Return?
Q: Would you like to see the return of the UPSR and PT3 exams?
Views are mixed, with some supporting the return for its role in measuring progress, while others express concerns over the stress it causes.

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What is Talkback about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show features lively, caller-driven discussions on a broad mix of current affairs, culture, and everyday life in Malaysia. Hosts and listeners hash out political topics, local policy, social norms, and broader global issues through practical, interview-like exchanges and spontaneous call-ins. Across episodes, themes recur around governance, education, economy, cultural identity, and consumer behavior, often framed with sharp humor and immediate audience participation. A notable strength is the energetic banter among a small group of steady hosts who anchor conversations with timely references to local events while remaining open to diverse viewpoints from a wide audience. For potential listeners, it's probably appealing if you enjoy ra... more

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Talkback launched 3 years ago and published 461 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Talkback include:

1. Haresh Deol
2. Dr. Zainal
3. Lee Hwok-Aun
4. Sherad Kutun
5. Zainah Anwar
6. M Nasir
7. Shahril Hamdan
8. Marina Mahathir

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