How the GameBird is Taking Malaysian Aviation to New Heights

Aviation has always symbolized modernity, progress, and freedom, captivating us with everything from the roar of commercial jets to the precision of military maneuvers. There’s a childlike wonder in watching these machines defy gravity. Now, Malaysia’s first civil-recognized aerobatic pilot, Captai…

The Disappearing Trade of Penang's Shop Signs

Mention George Town, Penang, and most of us probably think of the food, the street art, or even the rich history of this trading hub. But as we wander around this vibrant city, most likely taking snapshots to be posted on social media later, how often do we stop to look at the old shop signs that c…

Decoding The Straits Settlements’ Coat Of Arms

This week on Made In Malaysia, we’ll be looking at the coat of arms of the Straits Settlements, a territory directly ruled by the British colonial government. Sunda Shelves co-founder Surin Suksuwan joins us to share what he’s learned about the rich  history of the Straits Settlements, and how it i…

The Sounds And Spaces Of Malaysian Music

We’re concluding this month’s focus on music by exploring the spaces that make our local music scene. We speak to Sujesh Pavithran, a musician and former music journalist, to look back at the spaces that have nurtured Malaysian music and the challenges they face in supporting the industry. Image…

Strings of Heritage: The Sounds of the Sape

Continuing our explorations in Malaysian music, we’re diving into the rich musical heritage of the Kenyah community with Mathew Ngau Jau, a master Sape maker, performer, and traditional singer. Recognized as Malaysia’s Living National Heritage, Mathew also taught renowned artist Alena Murang. Join …

Exploring The Indie Rock Scene in Malaysia

Indie rock music in the country has been a vibrant and diverse force for the past three decades, shaping the musical landscape we see today. We see the way this genre continues to evolve and gain recognition in the likes of Hujan, Fuad, Lust, and Capt’N Trips And The Kid. Mohd Jayzuan, founder of P…

What’s In A Patriotic Song?

We celebrate Merdeka and Malaysia Day by turning our sights on patriotic music, and how they help to formulate and shape an individual's national identity. In this episode, Dr Shazlin Amir Hamzah, research fellow at the Institute of Ethnic studies in Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia joins us to talk …

Celebrating Traditional Music with Pusaka

On Made in Malaysia this month, our focus is on Malaysian music. So far, we’ve explored the music of the Mah Meri, as well as the classics of the 90s with Zainal Abidin. This week though, we’re tuning in to traditional tunes that have been curated by Eddin Khoo right from Pusaka’s very own archive …

Hijau And Other Evergreen Songs From The 1990s

On Made in Malaysia this month, our focus is on Malaysian music. This week, we’re travelling back in time to recall the bright spark of optimism surrounding the Malaysian music industry in the 1990s. We’ll be looking at iconic and evergreen songs from the period with singer Datuk Zainalabidin Moham…

Beating to the Drum of the Mah Meri

Made in Malaysia is the show that’s all about the people and things that make Malaysia, Malaysia. This month's focus is on Malaysian music, and in this episode, we'll be uncovering the rhythms and grooves of the indigenous Mah Meri community of Pulau Carey. Image Credit: KYTan, Shutterstock