Evening Edition

According to the Women, Children and Community Development Ministry, there hasn't been an increase in domestic abuse cases in the country, contradicting the surge we are seeing globally. The Woman's Aid Organisation offers their clarification on whether domestic violence has escalated, and how they are able to offer their support to survivors during this time. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic abuse (or other forms of gender-based violence), you can contact the WAO Hotline at +603 7956 3488, send a Whatsapp at +6018 988 8058 and you can also find more information on wao.org.my.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Creating something can be a deeply satisfying endeavour - and as a bonus, it also helps pass the time - so we talk about making art and picking up a new craft, in this episode of Try This At Home.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What day is it, what is time even... these are just some of the phrases floating around during this period where so many of us are staying in, and having to find ways to parcel out our days without the natural rhythms of work and school. So we explore how people's perceptions of time have changed during this period and how they're passing the time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Daily Check In is a MCO-inspired daily show, where we check in on old friends and new about their day to day lives in this ever changing climate. Today, it's all about cooking.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We take a look at a USD 2.5 billion bid made by local firm Golden Skies Ventures to fully take over MAB. We also discuss the outlook on the aviation industry locally and abroad.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We look at how Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has fared so far, given the way in which he came into the role and the unprecedented situation the country is facing in light of Covid-19.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Malaysia's PM Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin announces an expansion of the economic stimulus package that aims to provide further financial aid to struggling SMEs. We talk to Tony Lim of Boat Noodles to figure out if this aid is enough for entrepreneurs like him.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Laurence Todd helps us unpack the recently announced Package Prihatin Tambahan, curated to help struggling SMEs survive amidst the pandemic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In our new MCO-inspired series called Try This At Home, we talk to a range of experts about upskilling projects that can be done at home. This week, it's anything and everything DIY related.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Under the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases Act, an individual found to be flouting the MCO can be imprisoned for up to two years, fined or both. However some are concerned that harsh punishments might be counterproductive to the Covid-19 response.While some politicians both local and abroad have been criticised for their handling of the Covid-19 crisis, others have risen to the occasion, benefiting their political standing. We speak with Bridget Welsh for her thoughts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Beginning next week, students will be able to access practice sessions via television on RTM. We explore this alternative measure and whether it can promote more effective learning during the Movement Control Order, particularly for those with limited access to online learning tools.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Try This At Home is a series of classes that explore trying out new skills and exploring hobbies while we're at home. In this first episode, we talk about how you can get started in building your own edible garden.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

MP for Iskandar Puteri, Lim Kit Siang, suggested for virtual parliament sessions to be held to tackle the Covid-19 pandemic and address pressing economic issues. We explore if this is would be feasible.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While some politicians both local and abroad have been criticised for their handling of the Covid-19 crisis, others have risen to the occasion, benefiting their political standing. We speak with Bridget Welsh for her thoughts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As people are having to stay home under the MCO, there's a pressure to fill the hours with productive goals like learning a new skill or getting in shape. However a New York Times article suggests that we should be more forgiving. We speak with Dr Eugene Tee for his thoughts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An article by The Guardian posits that urban design and the social fabric of cities could be changed as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. We speak with TPr Hj Ihsan Zainal Mokhtar for his thoughts on what that might look like in our country.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We speak with a doctor about the daily experience of donning PPE while working on the front lines, and efforts by the government and the general public in helping to ensure adequate supplies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Analysts are pointing out that politicking among those in power is impacting our Covid-19 response, and the civil sector is stepping in to fill the gap. We speak with Dr Oh Ei Sun for his thoughts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After some ill-received advice by the Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development, we speak with a psychologist for her thoughts on how we can minimise conflict at home during the MCO.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The government has just kicked off a nationwide disinfection of public spaces, but experts question some of the procedures being taken to do so.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Posters released by the Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development advise women on how to interact with their spouses, including speaking in Doraemon voice and giggling coyly to avoid conflict. This, understandably, led to outrage on social media for what is seen as sexist advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Posters released by the Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development advise women on how to interact with their spouses, including speaking in Doraemon voice and giggling coyly to avoid conflict. This, understandably, led to outrage on social media for what is seen as sexist advice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We talk about ways to create personal space and an environment that is conducive to work-life balance while living under the MCO.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

SME business owners argue that the economic stimulus package announced on Friday will not be of significant help to them. We speak with Thanneermalai about the options available to SMEs amid the uncertainties brought by Covid-19.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We look at Covid-19 economic stimulus packages from other countries, and how they compare to ours.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As NGO volunteers are curbed from distributing aid to the needy amidst COVID-19 and the MCO, we talk to Datuk Munirah of Pertiwi Soup Kitchen about the affects of such an order, and what can be done to better the working relationships between civil society groups and the government.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amid contradicting viewpoints on whether or not people without symptoms should wear masks and gloves in the Covid-19 pandemic, we talk to Dr. Arvinder Singh of Hospital Sungai Buloh for his thoughts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the movement control order effectively extended till 14 April, we talk about the long-term impact of it and how it might shape up, moving forward.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Many of us have read the letter written by a Malaysian in Nepal, Yeoh Wan Xin, who told us about the situation and the difficulties they’re facing to return home. We talk to Ravi Joseph and Daniel Phang, two Malaysians waiting to come home from Nepal, about how they're coping with the situation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has announced and additional RM230 billion economic stimulus package to the one announced in February. We talk to Calvin Cheng from ISIS Malaysia, to see how it will cushion the impacts of Covid-19 for Malaysians.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the MCO continues, and people find themselves having regular meals at home, we talk to Dr. Nik Shanita Safii, Vice President of the Malaysian Dietitians Association, to see how Malaysians can stock up their pantries to make sure that they eat healthy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the MCO continues, PPR residents have to deal with a different set of realities when it comes to physical distancing and maintaining their mental wellbeing, due to space constraints that come with government housing. We talk to Zuraida Kamaruddin, Minister of Housing and Local Government to get insights on how they're coping with the MCO and what steps the government is taking to help the B40 stay protected during the outbreak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Amid the Covid-19 outbreak, MERCY Malaysia has launched several initiatives to alleviate the burden placed on the healthcare system, as well as to assist target groups in the country, including the elderly. Chan Li Jin, Head of Communications & Strategic Engagement at MERCY Malaysia, talks to us about on-the-ground efforts and how its frontliners are doing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The MCO has placed financial strain on the F&B industry, as malls shut down and sit-in diners aren't allowed. Tony Lim, Founder and CEO of Boat Noodle Sdn Bhd shares what a coalition of over 300 F&B operators is now demanding the government to help them through these tough times.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the MCO continues, people have no gym to go to and can't run outside. With limited options to keep physically healthy, we talk to Prakash Ravindran, Clinical Psychologist and Personal Trainer, to see what alternatives we can take up at home to life up our mood and sweat it out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We talk to Kasthuri Patto, MP for Batu Kawan about the impact of this especially during the Covid-19 pandemic, and how her constituency is coping with it. For contributions to Batu Kawan amid the Covid-19 situation, email [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As small and medium businesses struggle to fight for survival during the movement control order, we talk to Datin Wira Goh Suet Lan, President of Women of Will, to see how they're coping and what can be done to help them.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bank Negara has given a six month grace period for loan deferments, which is meant to lighten the financial burden of Malaysians during the Covid-19 outbreak. We speak to Desmond Chong, Deputy President of the Malaysian Financial Planning Council, who walks us through what this means for individuals and how they can navigate the new policy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the MCO is further extended until April 14th, we talk to Dr. Chua Sook Ning, Clinical Psychologist at RELATE, to see how we can deal with things like space constraints and boredom as we continue to physically distance ourselves to flatten the curve.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The i-Lestari scheme lets EPF contributors withdraw RM500 per month for the next 12 months to help people deal with the Covid-19 pandemic. However there are concerns that this solution might be creating a future problem where funds meant for retirement are used up. We talk to Dr. Madeline for her thoughts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We speak with Rashvin Pal Singh about an initiative by Malaysian 3D printing and design communities to make face shields using 3D printing, laser cutting, or DIY builds.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An industry expert gives an insight into the process of manufacturing and supplying protective gear for medical frontliners.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We find out how PJ is doing, after the area recorded the most number of Covid-19 cases. Maria Chin Abdullah, MP for Petaling Jaya paints a picture on the ground, of solidarity, unity, and togetherness as residents pitch in to take care of each other in difficult times.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While industrial companies are large contributors to polluting our rivers and water sources, everyday individuals are also responsible. Charles Santiago, Chairman of SPAN, looks at why a longstanding issue continues to plague Malaysia and why stopping it should be made national priority.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To mark World Water Day, we speak with Datuk Abdul Kadir Mohd Din about our relationship with water, and how we can be more mindful of our its consumption both at the individual and industrial level.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the MCO continues, travellers are scrambling to reschedule or cancel their trips, whether it's for work or vacation. We talk to Nigel Wong, Honorary Secretary General at MATTA, to understand how both airlines and passengers are dealing with the uncertainties brought by the Covid-19 outbreak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The government has officially mobilized the army to “help the police keep order and ensure Malaysians follow the MCO to stay home”. Is the move too drastic or is it just what the country needs? We look at the implications of the military measure and get you to weigh in.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Can happiness be defined? What is the proverbial key to happiness? We find out if researchers might have the answers to these questions, and how these are applied in real-life scenarios. Dr Melissa Weinberg also shares a few tips to keep things looking up amid Covid-19 anxieties.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What defines national success? For most if not all countries, it's the Gross Domestic Product. In observing the International Day of Happiness, we look to Bhutan, a country that defied convention by using happiness as their framework to measure progress and success.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We take a look at some innovative approaches that small businesses are taking to survive the Covid-19 pandemic setback.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.