A Dialogue Across Civilisations: The Polis and the People by Tan Wah-Piow is a short work of political philosophy that stages an imagined conversation between major thinkers from different eras and traditions, including ancient Greek Philosopher, Socrates, revolutionary German thinker, Karl Marx to ancient Chinese philosopher, Confucius. It explores enduring questions about justice, democracy, power, and civilisation. We unpack the book with its author. 


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A Dialogue Across Civilisations: The Polis and the People by Tan Wah-Piow is a short work of political philosophy that stages an imagined conversation between major thinkers from different eras and traditions, including ancient Greek Philosopher, Socrates, revolutionary German thinker, Karl Marx to ancient Chinese philosopher, Confucius. It explores enduring questions about justice, democracy, power, and civilisation. We unpack the book with its author.&nbsp; Image Credits: Shutterstock

As they say, democracy doesn't begin and end at the ballot box. 
On Beyond the Ballot Box, we have in-depth conversations about political economy and human rights in Malaysia, Southeast Asia, and around the globe through a class prism.

As they say, democracy doesn't begin and end at the ballot box. On Beyond the Ballot Box, we have in-depth conversations about political economy and human rights in Malaysia, Southeast Asia, and around the globe through a class prism.

Beyond the Ballot Box

As they say, democracy doesn't begin and end at the ballot box. On Beyond the Ballot Box, we speak to politicians and analysts and explore burning issues and questions surrounding our fluid and ever-changing political scene.

As they say, democracy doesn't begin and end at the ballot box. On Beyond the Ballot Box, we speak to politicians and analysts and explore burning issues and questions surrounding our fluid and ever-changing political scene.

What if Socrates and Confucius Had a Conversation About Democracy and Justice?

Charles Hector is a Malaysian lawyer and prominent human rights advocate known for his long-standing activism on issues such as labour rights, migrant worker protection, and campaigning against the abolition of the ISA back in the day. He’s also been closely associated with civil society groups like Malaysians Against Death Penalty and Torture (MADPET), frequently speaking out on legal, political, and justice-related matters in Malaysia, sometimes facing legal challenges for his advocacy work. We speak to Charles about his journey as an activist and how he thinks about the state of labour rights in Malaysia today.

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Charles Hector is a Malaysian lawyer and prominent human rights advocate known for his long-standing activism on issues such as labour rights, migrant worker protection, and campaigning against the abolition of the ISA back in the day. He’s also been closely associated with civil society groups like Malaysians Against Death Penalty and Torture (MADPET), frequently speaking out on legal, political, and justice-related matters in Malaysia, sometimes facing legal challenges for his advocacy work. We speak to Charles about his journey as an activist and how he thinks about the state of labour rights in Malaysia today. Image Credits: Charles Hector Facebook

Charles Hector Reflects on Labour Rights and Human Rights in Malaysia Through the Years

If you’re someone who lives in the Klang Valley or in other major cities in the country, chances are you’re at least somewhat aware that there is racial discrimination in the rental market. You may have your own lived experience, heard a story from a friend, or perhaps seen a sign online or walked past one in real life that reads “No x race" or "no y race” or maybe… “Chinese only.”

But just how serious is the issue of discrimination in Malaysia’s rental market? And what can we do about it?

Architects of Diversity is a non-profit that has been conducting extensive research in this field for a few years. Their latest paper is titled Room Rental Discrimination and highlights in detail patterns of racial exclusion in listings on the platform, iBilik. We unpack this with Jason Wee, who’s the co-founder of Architects of Diversity. 

To support the call for a Residential Tenancy Act, sign the petition at: https://chng.it/kHnxhmnR2t


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If you’re someone who lives in the Klang Valley or in other major cities in the country, chances are you’re at least somewhat aware that there is racial discrimination in the rental market. You may have your own lived experience, heard a story from a friend, or perhaps seen a sign online or walked past one in real life that reads “No x race" or "no y race” or maybe… “Chinese only.”But just how serious is the issue of discrimination in Malaysia’s rental market? And what can we do about it?Architects of Diversity is a non-profit that has been conducting extensive research in this field for a few years. Their latest paper is titled <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.aodmalaysia.org/rrdv1">Room Rental Discrimination</a> and highlights in detail patterns of racial exclusion in listings on the platform, iBilik.&nbsp;We unpack this with Jason Wee, who’s the co-founder of Architects of Diversity.&nbsp; To support the call for a Residential Tenancy Act, sign the petition at: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://chng.it/kHnxhmnR2t">https://chng.it/kHnxhmnR2t</a> Image Credit: Shutterstock

Here’s the Truth About Racism in Malaysia’s Rental Market

Dr Ilango Karuppanan is a former Malaysian diplomat who has witnessed firsthand how war and conflict can shape conditions on the ground, including how businesses adapt. 

In this episode, we speak to Dr Ilango about some of the lessons he has learned over the years about diplomacy and how the US & Israel’s illegal war of aggression in Iran is impacting international relations and perceptions about American leadership. 

Dr Ilango also runs a YouTube channel called Diplomatify, where he talks about global affairs and diplomacy in informative and easily digestible videos. 


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Dr Ilango Karuppanan is a former Malaysian diplomat who has witnessed firsthand how war and conflict can shape conditions on the ground, including how businesses adapt.&nbsp;In this episode, we speak to Dr Ilango about some of the lessons he has learned over the years about diplomacy and how the US &amp; Israel’s illegal war of aggression in Iran is impacting international relations and perceptions about American leadership.&nbsp;Dr Ilango also runs a YouTube channel called Diplomatify, where he talks about global affairs and diplomacy in informative and easily digestible videos.&nbsp; Image Credit: Shutterstock

What if Socrates and Confucius Had a Conversation About Democracy and Justice?

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