Good Things

Jan 21 2025 100 ep. 38 mins 63

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On Good Things, we celebrate - you guessed it - good people, doing good things. From CSO's and NGO's, to community groups and individuals, we give props to selfless folks helping others, and who are making an impact in our world, in big and small ways.

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Sustainable Tourism, Indigenous Empowerment

Jan 21 2025 37 mins

Here’s a good thing you need to know: Native Discovery is redefining cultural tourism in Malaysia. This social enterprise began as an unlikely collaboration between an aspiring Orang Asli entrepreneur and a curious civil engineering student. Their mission is simple yet powerful: to create tourism ventures that uplift Orang Asli communities, preserve heritage, and break cultural s

From Breaking Clocks To Saving The Environment

Jan 14 2025 27 mins

Here’s a good thing you need to know: A Malaysian scientist, is developing a photocatalytic process to convert plastic waste into fuels and versatile chemicals, thus reducing the time for the decomposition of non-biodegradable plastics. We catch up with Dr Kong Xin Ying to find out what inspired her to pursue chemical engineering, and why she’s focusing her research on developi

Hope in an Era of Climate Pessimism

Jan 07 2025 43 mins

As the climate crisis deepens, it's easy to succumb to despair. But Steve Willis and Jan Lee, co-authors of Fairhaven, offers a different perspective—one rooted in ecological resilience, innovation, and actionable solutions. In this conversation, we explore the harsh realities of our environmental challenges while uncovering pathways to sustainable change. Can optimism coexist wi

The Nun Transforming Rural Education

Dec 17 2024 37 mins

Sister Dorothy Amalia Laudi has spent the last 19 years building a brighter future for some of Sabah’s underserved children. Known for her compassionate work as a Franciscan nun, she runs 12 kindergartens in Tambunan and Paitan in rural Sabah, giving children the tools to succeed despite incredible odds. From raising funds for school supplies to ensuring teachers are trained, Sis

EWRF To Provide Mental Health Support

Dec 10 2024 30 mins

Here’s a good thing you need to know: EWRF is an non-profit organisation that empowers the marginalised, the vulnerable and the impoverished by conducting programmes dedicated to the development of individuals, with a focus on children. This year, they have expanded to offer free counselling services. We speak to them, to find out more about what this counselling service offers.I

The Season of Giving With Grace

Dec 03 2024 30 mins

Here’s a good thing you need to know: It’s the season of many wonderful things, and Grace Community Services, a non-profit organisation is continuing their tradition of hosting events for those in need. Their inaugural 'The Star of Christmas: No Child Left Behind' event and Annual Christmas Banquet aim to ensure that all individuals, regardless of their circumstances, experienc

All Dogs Go To Heaven…Here’s Why

Nov 26 2024 29 mins

Here’s a good thing you need to know: dogs don’t only provide companionship to humans, but also play important roles in helping us do various tasks, such as combat and search-and-rescue dogs, guard and protection dogs, as well as support animals. Dr Tho Lye Mun, dog trainer for the Malaysian Protection Sports Association, and Andrew Harmsworth from Canine Metropolitan Specialis

The Kids Are Good

Nov 19 2024 39 mins

Here's a good thing you need to know: kids are not just dreaming about a better world—they’re actively shaping it! It's Children's Day today, and we're celebrating young heroes making a difference in their communities, from creative musicians and artists to environmental champions. In this episode, you'll hear from two different groups, first eco-champions Tan Jhie Rei, Liong J

Making Our Streets Safer For All

Nov 12 2024 28 mins

Here's a good thing you need to know: Bike Commute Malaysia is a grassroots organisation of commuter cyclists and urbanists that has been advocating for safer street designs that support low carbon commuting options. Besides organising "bike kitchen" workshops, they are involved in promoting safe streets for school children and vulnerable groups. Justin Lee joins us, to talk about

Médecins Sans Frontières: Going Where The Medical Needs Are Highest

Nov 05 2024 34 mins

Here’s a good thing you need to know: founded in 1971 by journalists and doctors, Médecins Sans Frontières also known as Doctors Without Borders has been continuously providing medical assistance to people affected by conflict, epidemics, disasters, or even exclusion from healthcare. At a time when we’re seeing multiple humanitarian crises across the world, the role of humani