For a long time, infertility among couples has always been placed on the shoulders of the woman, but as reports of male infertility continue to rise, we dive into what’s causing the decrease in sperm counts worldwide and whether fears of a ‘spermageddon’ are exaggerated? Consultant urologist Dr George Lee and fertility specialist Dato’ Dr Prashant Nadkarni weigh in.



Image Credit: Shutterstock

For a long time, infertility among couples has always been placed on the shoulders of the woman, but as reports of male infertility continue to rise, we dive into what’s causing the decrease in sperm counts worldwide and whether fears of a ‘spermageddon’ are exaggerated? Consultant urologist Dr George Lee and fertility specialist Dato’ Dr Prashant Nadkarni weigh in.Image Credit: Shutterstock

Wander and be enlightened by the endlessly fascinating inner universe that is the human body. We speak with experts, Nobel laureates, cancer survivors and healthcare workers who share their unique perspectives on wellness and living and the latest medical research.

Health & Living

Doctor in the House: Is Spermageddon Upon Us?

What is it like growing up alongside a neurodivergent sibling? How does it shape your identity, your relationship and dynamics within the family, and your life choices? Consultant developmental paediatrician Dr Rajini Sarvananthan is joined by Ku Jie Yee, who has an elder sister with autism, and shares about her experience and challenges as “the sister”, as well as growing up on the advocacy circuit.

What is it like growing up alongside a neurodivergent sibling? How does it shape your identity, your relationship and dynamics within the family, and your life choices? Consultant developmental paediatrician Dr Rajini Sarvananthan is joined by Ku Jie Yee, who has an elder sister with autism, and shares about her experience and challenges as “the sister”, as well as growing up on the advocacy circuit.

Life With An Autistic Sibling

Motor neuron disease (MND) - also known as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis - is a progressive neurological condition that leads to weakness and wasting of the muscles. It is estimated that there are probably more than 2,000 Malaysians with MND, with 600 new cases diagnosed every year. We speak to Benny Ng, Chairman, and Soo Cheong Futt, Vice-Chairman, of MND Malaysia to find out how the NGO supports people living with motor neuron disease and their caregivers. Find out more about MND Malaysia’s ice bucket challenge on their website, and Facebook page.


Image credit: MND Malaysia Facebook

Motor neuron disease (MND) - also known as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis - is a progressive neurological condition that leads to weakness and wasting of the muscles. It is estimated that there are probably more than 2,000 Malaysians with MND, with 600 new cases diagnosed every year. We speak to Benny Ng, Chairman, and Soo Cheong Futt, Vice-Chairman, of MND Malaysia to find out how the NGO supports people living with motor neuron disease and their caregivers. Find out more about MND Malaysia’s ice bucket challenge on their <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://mndmalaysia.org/en_gb/icebucketchallenge2024/">website</a>, and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/MNDMalaysia/">Facebook </a>page. Image credit: MND Malaysia Facebook

How MND Malaysia Supports People with Motor Neuron Disease

Maurizio Rosini’s past of getting into street fights against fascist groups in Italy is so far removed - geographically and metaphorically - from the life he leads now as a men’s coach and mentor, as well as a marketing professional for a French university. On this episode of ‘Because Feelings Matter’, he reflects on his struggle to define himself and his worth, and how stereotypes of masculinity can be broken down by building communities for men. 



Every mental health struggle has a story behind it. ‘Because Feelings Matter’ is a series that brings you the stories of people and their mental health issues. In this episode, This series is produced in collaboration with Thrive Well.

<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/my.master.man/">Maurizio Rosini</a>’s past of getting into street fights against fascist groups in Italy is so far removed - geographically and metaphorically - from the life he leads now as a men’s coach and mentor, as well as a marketing professional for a French university. On this episode of ‘<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.bfm.my/podcast?qseaid=becausefeelingsmatter">Because Feelings Matter</a>’, he reflects on his struggle to define himself and his worth, and how stereotypes of masculinity can be broken down by building communities for men.&nbsp;Every mental health struggle has a story behind it. ‘<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.bfm.my/podcast?qseaid=becausefeelingsmatter">Because Feelings Matter</a>’ is a series that brings you the stories of people and their mental health issues. In this episode, This series is produced in collaboration with<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.thethrive.center/"> Thrive Well</a>.

Doctor in the House: Is Spermageddon Upon Us?

In 1 playlist(s)

Health & Living

Social links

Follow podcast

Recent clips