A Bit of Culture

If you’re given the creative rein to reboot James Bond, how would you do it? That’s the question returning guest Na’a Murad is asking our host Kam Raslan and the other guest Ahmad Yazid, as Na’a suggests his unique take on Ian Fleming’s most beloved work. But before we get there, Ahmad Yazid opens up about his life’s turning point and how it changed him forever, while Kam wonders why some people choose to climb Mount Everest. Three unique topics that are a signature of the show. Only on A Bit of Culture.Image Source: photostock360 / Shutterstock.com

Do people generally read the instructions before using a product? That's the question our host, Kam Raslan, is asking his guests, Hafiz Noor Shams and Matt Armitage, revealing his dislike for instructions along the way. Beyond that topic, Matt talks about how technology is ruining the believability of modern storytelling, while Hafiz ponders whether books will become a luxury item in the future. Three different topics to get you thinking as you tackle the coming week!Image Source: Athena Sandrini / Pexels.com

They used to be the butt of jokes back in the 80s and in the 90s, especially in schools, but now they rule the world — the "nerds" are finally cool, according to our guest Michael Gong. He shares his observation with our host Kam Raslan, and the other guest, Sudais Ferhard. But before we get to that, Kam ponders Nostradamus and whether people are still paying attention to his predictions now, compared to before. In the second part of the show, Sudais talks about Seedance, the latest AI-generated video technology that's now taking the world by storm. How will the creative industry respond to it? Three topics, with different levels of synergy between them, only on A Bit of Culture.Image Source: Pressmaster / Shutterstock.com

As the state of the world continues to get very depressing, our culture vulture Kam Raslan wonders whether good will always triumph over evil. Joining him to ponder that question and eke out just a bit more optimism from this world are Sheryll Paul and Dhanya Nair. Alongside that topic, Dhanya talks about having a partner and whether that is becoming less fashionable in an age where people are embracing independence and individualism. In the second part of the show, Sheryll shares her thoughts on the current trend of using AI to create an AI caricature of yourself. Three distinct topics that will get your mind racing!Image Source: sulit.photos / Shutterstock.com

Fan fiction is a literature category that's pretty huge, with fans putting their own spin on lores, fandoms, and stories that they love. Not really knowing much about it, our host Kam Raslan seeks the help of one of this week's guests, Sudais Ferhard, to help him understand more about it. But before they get to that topic, Kam asks the other guest, Matt Armitage, to talk about the state of AI in 2026. In the second part of the show, Sudais speaks about unusual travel destinations that he would like to visit. Another classic episode of A Bit of Culture that's fun and insightful.Image Source: Sharaf Maksumov / Shutterstock.com

It's a fascinating exchange of ideas and insights when Kam and his two guests, Zan Azlee and Vernon Adrian Emuang, get together again for another episode of A Bit of Culture. Vernon takes the lead here, opening the show with a conversation on film biographies that take creative liberties to embellish the narrative. Is this something that we should take note of? Kam follows that up by talking about our names and whether we are defined by them. Then, in the second part of the show, Zan talks about his use of AI as a creative sparring partner. Three distinctive topics — just the way A Bit of Culture is meant to be enjoyed!Image Source: valiantsin suprunovich / Shutterstock.com

A Bit of Culture returns for the new year, raring to go again. We start the first episode of the year with three distinctive topics. Dhanya goes first, talking about the simulation hypothesis and whether it's a theory that the others have entertained as they ponder life. Then it's Kar Jin's turn to talk about performative reading and whether some people are choosing to pretend they're reading to appear smart. In the second part of the show, Kam talks about whether people are going to the cinema as often as they used to. Three different topics with the usual A Bit of Culture flavour.Image Source: Darlene Alderson / Pexels.com

Is being happy and content the same? This is the question that Dhanya Nair brings to the table as she seeks the perfect balance between the two. Our host Kam Raslan and his partner-in-crime Mikey Gong try to answer that question while juggling their topics. Mikey talks about the depth of children's books and what the panel would like to write if given the chance, while Kam speaks about being on time and its value. Three different topics that somehow meet in the middle to form another exciting episode of A Bit of Culture!Image Source: Helena Lopes / Pexels.com

Once upon a time, we looked to the West for inspiration on all things - from culture to politics. But things have changed now, as the West is now mired in various problems and no longer the beacon of inspiration that it was. So, what do we make of this? This is the question that returning guest Hafiz Noor Shams poses to his peer, Zan Azlee, and our host, Kam Raslan. But before we get to that, Zan talks about his EPF money and how he does not want the withdrawal age to be extended so that he can withdraw it soon when the time comes. Kam speaks about James Brooke, the White Rajah of Sarawak who ruled the state in the past. Three vastly different topics on another episode of A Bit of Culture!Image Source: Keverne Denahan / Pexels.com

Does listening to audiobooks count as reading? That's the question our guest Matt Armitage poses to our host, the venerable Kam Raslan, and our other guest, Vernon Adrian Emuang. They dissect the differences between the two in the second part of the show, but prior to that, they talk about historians' roles in the age of AI and whether they'll be displaced, followed by the uniqueness of "pasar malams" and whether they should be given UNESCO accreditation. Another episode of A Bit of Culture that will get your mind racing and pondering!Image Source: Olga Miltsova / Shutterstock.com

Azmyl Yunor and Ong Kar Jin join Kam Raslan on this episode of A Bit of Culture to talk about espionage, crafts and art, and lo-fi! Kam gets the ball rolling by talking about our fascination with espionage and why some people find the genre appealing. Then it's Kar Jin's turn to unpack the difference between crafts and art and what makes one more appreciated or valued than the other. In the second part of the show, Azmyl talks about the changing nature of lo-fi and its appeal to both its practitioners and consumers. A classic A Bit of Culture episode with a bit of everything!Image Source: PhotopankPL / Shutterstock.com

Another week, another episode of A Bit of Culture that has a bit of everything. Ahmad Yazid and Sheryll Paul join Kam Raslan to talk about noise, quizmasters, and individual vs. community. Kam starts first with his topic on noise and how people deal with it—do they prefer total silence, or is a bit of noise here and there fine? Then, Yazid shares his new side hobby: being a quizmaster, and how much he enjoys the role. In the second part of the show, Sheryll talks about how, in the age of individualism, one still needs to recognize the importance of pulling their weight if they want to remain part of a community. Three different topics with classic A Bit of Culture flavour that you've come to enjoy!Image Source: ArtPhoto21 / Shutterstock.com

Michael Gong and Marion D'Cruz join Kam Raslan on another episode of A Bit Of Culture to explore talent, airport books, and belonging. Kam kicks things off by questioning whether talent is something you're born with, or if hard work is essential to making the most of natural gifts. Michael then delves into airport books—those go-to reads people grab before a flight—and whether they're still relevant in an era of endless in-flight entertainment. Finally, Marion poses a profound question that prompts deep reflection from all three: what does it mean to belong to a country? Three thought-provoking topics that follow the signature A Bit Of Culture format. Tune in! Image Source: Pavel Chlum / Shutterstock.com

Two returning cultural heavyweights, Eddin Khoo and Jo Kukathas, join Kam Raslan on a special episode of A Bit of Culture that's contemplative and deeply philosophical. Kam starts the show by talking about whether it's okay if sometimes, you just don't "get it". Then, it's Jo's turn to talk about legacies left by our elders, inspired by the project she's currently working on called "What The Elders Left Us". Finally, in the second part of the show, Eddin talks about remembrance and the nuances surrounding that conversation. Three different topics that manage to relate to one another seamlessly. Tune in to hear how they navigate these topics, only on another episode of A Bit of Culture!Image Source: Proxima Studio / Shutterstock.com

It's an episode that's full of (good and bad) reminiscences as Kam Raslan, Matt Armitage and Zan Azlee gather for another episode of A Bit for Culture. Kam starts the show walking down the memory lane by recalling his first encounter with British India curry and his preference for it even now, despite already sampling the more “authentic” variations. Then, it’s Matt’s turn to talk about ratings and what it means in this day and age where people’s jobs are entirely dependent on them. In the second part of the show, Zan talks about kids’ sports day and how they’re more fun and not necessarily as competitive. This triggers certain memories from both Matt and Kam. Tune in to hear how they navigate these topics!Image Source: Eakawat / Shutterstock.com

Is reality TV still relevant today? That’s the question our regular guest Dhanya Nair brought to the table as she reflects on her relationship with these programs. Then it’s Kam’s turn to talk about his relationship with certain academic subjects, and how he might not be able to understand them ever. In the second part of the show, our other guest, Vernon Adrian Emuang talks about cultural resilience and how we’re able to rise above difficulties to preserve and maintain our culture. Three different topics that will tackle your intellectual curiosity from different angles.Image Source: Shutterstock AI Generator / Shutterstock.com

It’s a provocative topic that’s meant to get us to reflect on our role in this, with our guest, Azmyl Yunor wanting us to think about what we’ve not been doing right to support our creative industries, and hence why they will not be able to grow properly. But before we get to that, our other guest, Vernon Adrian Emuang gets the show running with a topic on public art, and the nuances surrounding it. Kam takes a lighter note and talks about trailers, and whether we’re able to judge whether a movie is going to be good or bad just by watching its trailer. Three different topics that will surely tickle your intellectual curiosity.Image Source: Naufal Hariri / Pexels.com

Zan Azlee and Sudais Ferhard join our culture vulture Kam Raslan on another episode of A Bit of Culture that has a bit of everything. Zan gets the ball rolling on a slightly serious note, by pondering about protests and their trigger points - what will get people to demonstrate against power? The mood shifts to a slightly lighter one afterwards, with Kam asking whether it’s possible for us to persuade other people to like the music we like. In the second part of the show, the trio goes on a more speculative tangent, talking about aliens and whether we’re doing enough to prove their existence. A classic episode of A Bit of Culture that has something for everyone.Image Source: PeopleImages / Shutterstock.com

Kam Raslan returns for another round of cultural conversations, together with Ahmad Yazid and Michael Gong. Yazid, a sailor, starts the show by asking why some people are into extreme sports, despite knowing that they’re dangerous. Then, it’s Mikey’s turn to talk about the appeal of taking things slow, especially when you’re travelling. In the second part of the show, Kam reflects on his childhood and how he grew up back then. It’s another episode that you don’t want to miss.Image Source: Zoteva / Shutterstock.com

Another week, another episode of A Bit of Culture, this time around featuring documentary filmmaker Zan Azlee and Chin Kar Yern. Inspired by Kar Yern’s presence on the show, Kam kicks off the episode by inquiring about Master’s degree and what it entails. Then it’s Kar Yern’s turn to talk about decluttering and how one should go about it, especially now. In the second part of the show, Zan shares his experience teaching his students empathy. Tune in to hear how they navigate these topics!Image Source: Matthias Zomer / Pexels.com