The Mind of a Champion: Shahmalarani Chandran’s Karate Journey

The Mind of a Champion: Shahmalarani Chandran’s Karate Journey

What does it truly take to become one of the best in the world? In this episode of Sport Check, we sit down with Shahmalarani Chandran, Malaysia’s elite karate kumite fighter in the 50kg category.  With a career spanning over 15 years, Shahmalarani has transitioned from a multi-sport enthusiast to a multiple SEA Games medalist and a historic World Karate Championship silver medalist.

RM230 JUTA: AMANAH ATAU KHIANAT?

Isu penyelewengan berjumlah RM230 juta melibatkan sumbangan dana yang diberikan kepada pelbagai pihak mencetuskan kemarahan ramai, apatah lagi pihak berkuasa menyatakan sebahagian sumbangan termasuk kutipan yang seharusnya disalurkan kepada badan zakat sebuah negeri.Kebimbangan ramai ialah bagaimana zakat yang sepatutnya disalurkan kepada golongan yang layak, tidak sampai kepada mereka.Presiden Pemerhati Rasuah Malaysia (MCW), Jais Abdul Karim mengulas mengenai isu ini yang disifatkan sebagai satu pengkhianatan kepada institusi agama dalam Podcast Scoop Insight.

The Online Safety Act: Is it enough to protect our kids?

Is the Online Safety Act enough to protect children - or does real safety depend on all of us?In this episode of Scoop Insight, Deputy Communications Minister Teo Nie Ching explores why online safety must go beyond regulation. As risks like cyberbullying, grooming, and harmful content continue to rise, the conversation shifts to shared responsibility - from parents managing digital exposure, to schools strengthening digital literacy, platforms building safer environments, and government driving awareness and coordination.At its core, this episode asks a critical question: If children are growing up online, who is truly responsible for keeping them safe?Host: A. Azim IdrisGuest: YB Teo Nie Ching - Deputy Communications Minister

Danger on the Slopes: Inside the TTDI Mud Flood Incident

The TTDI mud flood is more than a local incident - it’s a warning sign. Following a retaining wall collapse in Taman Tun Dr Ismail, questions are being raised about slope safety, urban planning, and the growing impact of extreme rainfall. In this episode of Scoop Insight, we explore the chain of events behind the flood, gaps in enforcement and oversight, the risks of developing near sensitive ecosystems, and what reforms are urgently needed. With insights from Friends of Bukit Kiara and TTDI residents, we ask: are Malaysian cities prepared for what’s coming next? Host: Keran Raj Guests:  Tan Boon Hua- Vice President of FoBK  Khairudin Rahim - TTDI Residents Association Spokesperson

From Hormuz to KL: How War in West Asia Hits Your Wallet

Tensions in West Asia are escalating, and the global economic impact could hit closer to home than many Malaysians realise. In this episode of Scoop Insight, Ipoh Timur MP Howard Lee Chuan How unpacks why Malaysia may appear stable on the surface, even as deeper economic vulnerabilities quietly build beneath. As pressure mounts around key global trade routes like the Strait of Hormuz, the risk of rising oil prices, disrupted shipping, and renewed inflation is becoming harder to ignore. These are not distant geopolitical concerns - they carry real consequences for Malaysia’s economy, from the cost of living and fuel prices to the strength of the ringgit, job security, and the resilience of local businesses. The conversation explores how a prolonged conflict could ripple across Southeast Asia, reshaping supply chains, increasing financial uncertainty, and testing how long governments can continue cushioning the impact through subsidies and policy measures. More importantly, what does this mean for you? As uncertainty grows, Malaysians may need to rethink how they spend, save, and plan ahead in a more volatile global environment. Is Malaysia truly prepared for what’s ahead, or are we simply not feeling the impact yet? Watch this episode for a clear, grounded look at the risks - and how to stay financially resilient in uncertain times. Host: Azim Idris Guest: YB Howard Lee