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EVENING EDITION

  • We're on, when you're off.

  • The Evening Edition team restores sanity to your day even as you’re stuck in traffic trying to get home. And let's face it, who isn’t? We tackle the biggest headlines with analysis, updates and opinions, and get your take on all the issues that matter most. And as a bonus: the stories are soundtracked to BFM's distinctive music and tunes!

    The Evening Edition runs the gamut, bringing you current affairs stories, in-depth interviews, and a slice of pop culture as you wind down for the day.


Current Shows

  • Inside Story (view podcasts)

    We get the inside story on the major headline of the day, exploring different facets and perspectives to gain deeper insight.

  • Popek Popek Parlimen (view podcasts)

    We bring you the latest updates from the inside of the Dewan Rakyat, from policy discussions to explosive exchanges!

  • Popcorn Culture (view podcasts)

    Talking apes and Jedi Knights are cool, but how do they impact Hollywood as a whole? That's the kind of stuff we talk about on Popcorn Culture - a mixed-bag-exploration of the movies, TV shows, and pop culture buzz that we love, as well as the ones we love (slightly) less.

  • By The Book (view podcasts)

    A show that celebrates books, and the act of reading. We delve into topical discussions that rotate between an array of themes and occasions, author interviews, and book club panel discussions.

  • Trending Today (view podcasts)

    We trawl through social media (starting with X (formerly known as Twitter) but looking at all the others too!) to find out what the hottest conversations of the day are.

  • Top 5 At 5 (view podcasts)

    A countdown of the 5 biggest stories of the day, to catch you up on all you need to know!

  • Made in Malaysia (view podcasts)

    Made in Malaysia is the show that’s all about the people and things that make Malaysia, Malaysia. 


Past Shows

  • Talkback (view podcasts)

    We tackle all of the big headlines under the sun, both at home and around the world, with commentary and insights from a variety of experts, all while getting your thoughts and opinions on attention-grabbing topics. Everything's fair game!

  • Q & Eh? (view podcasts)

    Bring your magnifying glasses! Our expert guests feed your curiosity on a wide range of day-to-day concerns, from taxes and financial planning, to road safety and the economy.

  • Off The Ball (view podcasts)

    Catch up with Kam Raslan and the gang as they look back at the weekend's big European football matches. You're in for manager post-match interviews, game highlights, as well as a preview of the midweek games.

  • On The Ball (view podcasts)

    Catch up with Kam Raslan and the gang in this show that builds up to the football happening over the weekend. They take you through the big news of the week, a look back at the midweek matches, and a preview of the weekend's games.

  • Everyone's A Critic (view podcasts)

    Everyone's A Critic is our arts review show, where we discuss various works from the performing and visual arts scene, both local and international. Along with our guest reviewers, we critique these works and talk about what works, what doesn't, and generally, celebrate our love for the arts.

Latest Podcasts from Evening Edition

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Today’s Shows



7:00 AM

World Market Watch

Song Seng Wun of CGS International Securities | Dovish or hawkish? Over or underweight? Bull or Bear? We speak to local and foreign analysts to find out how the different asset classes and markets react to the latest news, results and even geopolitical events.

7:15 AM

Morning Brief

A recap of global and local headlines in today's papers and portals.

7:30 AM

Morning Brief

After facing years of deflation, the Japan equity markets had a good return last year, up 20% and even hit a new high after 35 years. But can this rally sustain in 2025 especially since there remains so much uncertainty over President Donald Trump’s economic policy and a softer Japanese domestic economy. We speak to Ken Nagano, Senior Portfolio Manager at Nomura Asset Management to find out.

7:45 AM

Morning Brief

With his second-term inauguration, President Donald Trump wasted no time in implementing major changes to U.S. policy. He focused on reversing many of President Joe Biden’s initiatives, from addressing inflation and energy production to tighter immigration policies. John Zogby, Founder of John Zogby Strategies shares his insights into how these changes could shape the future of the U.S.

8:00 AM

The Breakfast Grille

It’s that time of year again for our Bi-Annual Market Outlook on regional equities. 2025 is expected to be a volatile year, with escalating tensions between the world’s two largest economies. Anand Pathmakanthan, Head of Regional Equity Research at Maybank Investment Banking Group, and Patrick Chang, Chief Investment Officer for Affluent Products and Propositions at CIMB Bank Berhad, join our panel to answer the tough question of how to navigate the anticipated turbulent times and offer some ideas for bottom fishing in the region.

8:30 AM

Morning Brief

Although the privatisation of airport operator Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) has encountered several delays, including lowering the level of acceptable from 90 to 85%. But will the privatisation of MAHB improve the operational performance and connectivity of airports in the country. We’ll be speaking with Khair Mirza, Head of Airport Investor Resources at Modalis Infrastructure Partners Inc., about the current standards of Malaysian airports and what this takeover deal could help address.

8:45 AM

Morning Brief

Unemployment and underemployment among graduates in Malaysia is on the rise, with many highly qualified individuals struggling to secure jobs that match their skills. While government initiatives like MyMahir aim to bridge the gap, questions remain about the preparedness of graduates for the workforce. We’ll be speaking to Wan Amirah Wan Usamah of the Khazanah Research Institute to explore whether current efforts are enough to address the growing skills mismatch, and to discuss how industry, education, and policy must adapt to ensure a stronger, more sustainable workforce.

9:00 AM

Opening Bell

An update on local and international capital markets, including a look at how Bursa Malaysia begins the trading day. We speak with local and foreign analysts to find out how different asset classes and markets react to the latest news, results, and geopolitical events.

9:15 AM

Opening Bell

(REPEAT) Song Seng Wun of CGS International Securities | An update on local and international capital markets, including a look at how Bursa Malaysia begins the trading day. We speak with local and foreign analysts to find out how different asset classes and markets react to the latest news, results, and geopolitical events.

9:35 AM

The Property Show

It’s that time of the year again, where we take a look at the feng shui for the property sector. In this special episode, Natalie Tan will be speaking with Master Kenny Hoo, Founder and Chief Researcher of Good Feng Shui Group about what the predictions are for real estate in the year of the Snake. And answer some of your questions on how to spruce up your luck at home.

10:05 AM

Open For Business

Revolutionising the Collectibles Market with Collektr

11:00 AM

The Workplace

You’re In Charge Now, Here’s How Not To Mess It Up; Dr Michael Toh, Commercial Strategy Coach, Certified ICF and NLP Coach

12:00 PM

Enterprise Explores

TBC

1:00 PM

The Breakfast Grille Repeat

2:05 PM

Discovery Hour

By The Book: Bibliography - Roald Dahl (REPEAT)

3:05 PM

Earth Matters

4:05 PM

Health & Living

NCD Chronicles #25: Living with Type 1 Diabetes (Part 1); Nazril Hadani, Living with Type 1 Diabetes | Prof Dr Muhammad Yazid Jalaludin, Consultant Paediatric Endocrinologist

5:00 PM

Top 5 at 5

6:00 PM

Good Things

Sustainable Tourism, Indigenous Empowerment; Daniel Teoh, Founder, Native Discovery

7:00 PM

Made in Malaysia

A Deep Dive into Yee Sang; Nicholas Ng, Founder, Food for Thought

8:00 PM

Cruise Control

Daniel Fernandez, Managing Editor, dsf.my

9:00 PM

The Pulse