Consider This: Hong Kong (Part 2) -- Can Democracy Be Saved?
About a year ago, on the 23rd of June 2020, Beijing introduced a National Security Law in Hong Kong -- in response to the mass pro-democracy protests that had turned violent. The law had essentially reduced Hong Kong's judicial autonomy, and made it easier to punish demonstrators and activists. It criminalises secession, subversion, and collusion with foreign forces -- with the maximum sentence...
13m Jul 15, 2021
13m
Consider This: Hong Kong (Part 1) -- City Of Protest Silenced?
About a year ago, on the 23rd of June 2020, Beijing introduced a National Security Law in Hong Kong -- in response to the mass pro-democracy protests that had turned violent. The law had essentially reduced Hong Kong's judicial autonomy, and made it easier to punish demonstrators and activists. It criminalises secession, subversion, and collusion with foreign forces -- with the maximum sentence...
12m Jul 15, 2021
12m
Consider This: Indonesia (Part 2) - Covid-19 Management Controlled?
Only a few months ago, Indonesia seemed to have had a handle on its Covid-19 cases. But now it’s in the midst of one of Asia’s worst Covid-19 outbreaks, and has been said to be the epicentre of the pandemic in Southeast Asia. How does Indonesia’s devolved political and administrative structures aid or hinder the application of coordinated strategies? Melisa Idris and Sharaad Kuttan speak to Tan...
8m Jul 14, 2021
8m
Consider This: Indonesia (Part 1) - Covid-19 Management Disarray?
Only a few months ago, Indonesia seemed to have had a handle on its Covid-19 cases. But now it’s in the midst of one of Asia’s worst Covid-19 outbreaks, and has been said to be the epicentre of the pandemic in Southeast Asia. What caused this most recent wave of Covid-19 cases and how has the Indonesian government responded? Melisa Idris and Sharaad Kuttan speak to epidemiologist Dr Dicky Budim...
17m Jul 14, 2021
17m
Consider This: Covid-19 (Part 2) - Workplace Mitigation Efforts Sufficient?
With a record high of more than 11,000 new Covid-19 cases in the past 24 hours, factories have been at the receiving end of blame for the ineffectual lockdown. With public anger and frustration directed at those who have allowed factories to continue to operate during MCO, there are now calls for complete closure till the Covid surge eases. Have factory owners and managers failed to maintain st...
11m Jul 13, 2021
11m
Consider This: Covid-19 (Part 1) - Factories Reason For Failed Lockdown?
With a record high of more than 11,000 new Covid-19 cases in the past 24 hours, factories have been at the receiving end of blame for the ineffectual lockdown. With public anger and frustration directed at those who have allowed factories to continue to operate during MCO, there are now calls for complete closure till the Covid surge eases. But is industry the reason for the unrelentingly high ...
17m Jul 13, 2021
17m
Consider This: Healthcare Hospitals on the brink
Klang Valley hospitals are buckling under the surge of Covid-19 cases. Could this crisis have been anticipated & planned for?  Tonight on #ConsiderThis Sharaad Kuttan & Melisa Idris ask Datuk Dr. Christopher Lee, Azrul Mohd Khalib & Dr. Michael Jeyakumar what immediate action is needed now.
31m Jul 12, 2021
31m
Consider This: Singapore | Endemic COVID strategy
1½ years into the pandemic, Singapore is shifting gears & now preparing to live with Covid-19 as an endemic virus. Tonight on #ConsiderThis Sharaad Kuttan & Melisa Idris speak to epidemiologist Dr Hannah Clapham about the Singapore model, in which Covid ceases to paralyse daily life.
26m Jul 09, 2021
26m
Consider This: Politics - What Happens Now?
When he withdrew his party from PN did UMNO President Zahid Hamidi set in motion changes to the political landscape? Or is it still a stalemate? Tonight on #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris & Sharaad Kuttan ask Merdeka Center’s Ibrahim Suffian, UMNO’s Bastien Onn & lawyer Lim Wei Jiet what’s next. 
30m Jul 08, 2021
30m
Consider This: Parliament - UMNO's Next Move?
How successful will the appointments of Datuk Seri Ismail Sabri Yaakob & Datuk Seri Hishammuddin Tun Hussein be in stabilising the PN coalition? Tonight on #ConsiderThis Sharaad Kuttan & Melisa Idris speak to UMNO Youth’s Mohd Hafeez Che Mat & political analysts Dr Bridget Welsh & Assoc Prof Dr Hamidin Hamid about next manoeuvres. 
29m Jul 07, 2021
29m
Consider This: Parliament (Part 3) - Winner Takes All?
Parliament is scheduled to sit for 5 days starting July 26, after being shuttered for more than 6 months. In a statement released by the Prime Minister's Office, the special Parliamentary sitting will be to explain the National Recovery Plan and to amend laws and regulations required to allow a hybrid proceeding. What incentives are there for parliament to act in a bipartisan way? Melisa Idris ...
10m Jul 06, 2021
10m
Consider This: Parliament (Part 2) - Power Sharing Proposal Popular?
Parliament is scheduled to sit for 5 days starting July 26, after being shuttered for more than 6 months. In a statement released by the Prime Minister's Office, the special Parliamentary sitting will be to explain the National Recovery Plan and to amend laws and regulations required to allow a hybrid proceeding. Has the fears of losing power been the chief reason for silencing Parliament? If s...
8m Jul 06, 2021
8m
Consider This: Parliament (Part 1) - PN Government Secure?
Parliament is scheduled to sit for 5 days starting July 26, after being shuttered for more than 6 months. In a statement released by the Prime Minister's Office, the special Parliamentary sitting will be to explain the National Recovery Plan and to amend laws and regulations required to allow a hybrid proceeding. All of this comes amid rumblings of an UMNO mutiny within Perikatan Nasional. What...
10m Jul 06, 2021
10m
Consider This: Australia - Beyond zero COVID
Despite criticism over Australia’s slow pace of vaccination, the country is expected to reach at least 70% of the adult population by year-end. Tonight on #ConsiderThis (https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/considerthis) Melisa Idris & Sharaad Kuttan ask Prof Catherine Bennett about contested public health policies.
26m Jul 05, 2021
26m
Consider This: Vaccines (Part 2) - Science-Based Policy Formulation
As the SARS-CoV-2 virus continues to evolve & mutate, let’s explore the latest findings about how well vaccines work against emerging variants; global conversations about vaccination strategy, and whether Malaysia should, and can, adapt to these new findings. Melisa Idris and Sharaad Kuttan speak to Professor Dr Victor Hoe Chee Wai Abdullah, Head of Social and Preventive Medicine, Faculty of Me...
11m Jul 02, 2021
11m
Consider This: Vaccines (Part 1) - All Covid-19 Shots Equal?
As the SARS-CoV-2 virus continues to evolve & mutate, let’s explore the latest findings about how well vaccines work against emerging variants; global conversations about vaccination strategy, and whether Malaysia should, and can, adapt to these new findings. Melisa Idris and Sharaad Kuttan speak to Dr Vinod Balasubramaniam, Senior Lecturer and Co-Lead, Infection & Immunity Research Strength, J...
15m Jul 02, 2021
15m
Consider This: Long Covid (Part 1) - Understanding Disease Frontier
Typically, Covid-19 patients with mild-to-moderate symptoms recover after 2 to 6 weeks. While most patients recover from Covid and return to normal health, there are some patients that present with symptoms that can last for weeks or even months afterwards. This persistent state of ill health is known as ‘Long Covid’ or Post-Covid Syndrome. But how many covid-19 survivors here suffer from the e...
13m Jul 01, 2021
13m
Consider This: Long Covid (Part 2) - Treatment And Support
Our understanding of how to diagnose and manage ‘Long Covid’ may be still evolving, but preparing policy responses & managing interventions might have to begin now. What do doctors working with patients recovering from Covid encounter and what strategies are they using to help them? Melisa Idris and Sharaad Kuttan speak to Dr Anwar Suhaimi, Consultant Rehabilitation Physician, Universiti Malaya...
14m Jul 01, 2021
14m
Consider This: Healthcare solution for contract doctors?
A call for policy changes to the contract system for junior doctors may culminate in a one-day walkout on 26 July #HartalDoktorKontrak. Tonight on #ConsiderThis Sharaad Kuttan & Melisa Idris speak to Dr. Mustapha Kamal, Dr. Vijay Ganasan & Dr. Mathen Nair about problems faced by contract medical staff. 
31m Jun 29, 2021
31m
Consider This: COVID-19 - Lessons from the Frontlines
Sungai Buloh Hospital as the country’s main Covid-19 treatment facility has had to adapt quickly to keep up with the evolving disease.  Tonight on #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris & Sharaad Kuttan speak to infectious diseases specialist Dr. Benedict Sim about the adaptability of our healthcare system. #AWANInews
25m Jun 28, 2021
25m
Consider This: Economy - Shrinking middle class?
A prosperous middle class is the foundation for a robust consumption-driven economy, but the pandemic has caused many to slip down the economic ladder & eroded living standards. Tonight on #ConsiderThis Sharaad Kuttan & Melisa Idris ask economist Dr Jomo K.S. about Malaysia’s shrinking middle class. 
30m Jun 25, 2021
30m
Consider This: Penang Contested Development
 Penang’s Transport Master Plan & South Reclamation project are part of the state’s development agenda. But it comes with a price not everyone is willing to pay. Tonight on #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris & Sharaad Kuttan ask State Exco Zairil Khir Johari & economist Dr Lim Mah Hui about the trade-offs involved. 
30m Jun 24, 2021
30m
Consider This: Covid-19 (Part 1) - Herd Immunity No Longer Possible?
In the early months of the pandemic, herd immunity was seen as the end goal and the way out of the pandemic -- that if enough people were vaccinated and immune to the coronavirus, it would limit the spread of Covid-19, and permit society to return to normal.But as the pandemic enters its second year, the thinking has begun to shift. That even with vaccination efforts, new challenges mean the th...
14m Jun 23, 2021
14m
Consider This: Covid-19 (Part 2) - Infections, Treatment And Death
As the Covid-19 pandemic enters its second year, the thinking about “herd immunity as a way to suppress the virus has begun to shift.That even with vaccination efforts, new challenges and possibilities are on this horizon with new vaccine, vaccine strategies and also treatments to add to the public health measures. What do we have to work towards now? Melisa Idris and Sharaad Kuttan speak to Da...
13m Jun 23, 2021
13m
Consider This: Politics (Part 2) - Have Muhyiddin’s Options Narrowed?
In her opinion piece for the South Morning China Post, “In Malaysia’s constant crisis, conditions are perfect for Muhyiddin the politician” our guest makes the argument that the Prime Minister, Muhyddin Yassin and his government is more control of politics dynamics than his rivals and detractors care to admit. What options remain before the PM? Melisa Idris and Sharaad Kuttan speak to political...
14m Jun 22, 2021
14m
Consider This: Politics (Part 1) - PN Strategies, Constitutional Constraints
A week after meetings at the Palace and the special meeting of the Conference of Rulers, little has changed in the country’s political dynamics. Statements from both the Palace and the Conference are being interpreted in vastly different ways -- with the Government of the day only conceding to include Opposition MPs in discussions about a hybrid Parliamentary sitting. Does the Constitution prov...
13m Jun 22, 2021
13m
Consider This: Politics - Muhyiddin's Next Move?
 All politicians construct strategies according to their personal interests but they are constrained by the Constitution. Tonight on #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris & Sharaad Kuttan ask lawyer Andrew Khoo & political analyst Dr Sophie Lemiere what room for manoeuvre there is in the current impasse. 
30m Jun 22, 2021
30m
Consider This: COVID-19 | Johor’s Recovery Plan
 What does the Johor public want from its State Govt & how can those who helm the state respond more effectively? Tonight on #ConsiderThis Sharaad Kuttan & Melisa Idris speak to Menteri Besar Johor, Datuk Hasni Mohammad on how the State Govt plans to chart a course to recovery from the triple crisis the nation is facing. 
28m Jun 21, 2021
28m
Consider This: Democracy more accountable reps?
Elected representatives are central to our political system but it’s been difficult holding them accountable. Can we change the system? Tonight on #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris & Sharaad Kuttan ask Thomas Fann about its upcoming “Sack or Keep?” campaign on recall elections.
27m Jun 18, 2021
27m
Consider This: COVID-19 | Report from Pahang
Even with Parliament still shuttered, MPs can play a vital role in the success of the vaccination rollout. Tonight on #ConsiderThis Sharaad Kuttan & Melisa Idris speak to 3 MPs from Pahang Fuziah Salleh, Wong Tack & Ramli Mohd Nor about the challenges in getting their constituents vaccinated.
26m Jun 17, 2021
26m
Consider This: Politics - Route to impasse
Has a day filled with anticipation following the special Rulers meeting hosted by His Majesty ended in a workable resolution about the triple crisis?  Tonight on #ConsiderThis we speak to veteran political observers about taking the country forward.
30m Jun 16, 2021
30m
Consider This: Recovery Plan (Part 2) - Damage To The Economy Addressed?
Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin earlier today announced a national plan to exit the Covid-19 pandemic. The so-called National Recovery Plan is based on three primary indicators to open up the economy & the social sector in four phases. The indicators are: the number of daily Covid-19 cases; ICU bed occupancy rates; vaccination levels. But some are already criticising the plan as not going far e...
9m Jun 15, 2021
9m
Consider This: Recovery Plan (Part 1) - Signs Of “Build Back Better”?
Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin earlier today announced a national plan to exit the Covid-19 pandemic. The so-called National Recovery Plan is based on three primary indicators to open up the economy & the social sector in four phases. The indicators are: the number of daily Covid-19 cases; ICU bed occupancy rates; vaccination levels. But some are already criticising the plan as not going far e...
9m Jun 15, 2021
9m
Consider This: Recovery Plan (Part 3) - Political Instability Addressed?
Prime Minister Muhyiddin Yassin earlier today announced a national plan to exit the Covid-19 pandemic. The so-called National Recovery Plan is based on three primary indicators to open up the economy & the social sector in four phases. The indicators are: the number of daily Covid-19 cases; ICU bed occupancy rates; vaccination levels. But some are already criticising the plan as not going far e...
9m Jun 15, 2021
9m
Consider This: Politics Emergency, unity or MAGERAN
As the public health crisis deepens & the Emergency nears its end what options are available to political leaders?  Tonight on #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris & Sharaad Kuttan ask political analysts about current political dynamics.
28m Jun 14, 2021
28m
Consider This: Child Labour (Part 2) - Is There A Malaysian Story?
Tomorrow 12th of June, is World Day Against Child Labour and a new report by the International Labour Organization & UNICEF warns that the number of children in child labour has risen to 160 million worldwide -- with millions more at risk due to the impacts of Covid-19. What significance does this have for our society? Melisa Idris and Sharaad Kuttan speak to Jodelen Mitra, Technical Officer wi...
13m Jun 11, 2021
13m
Consider This: Child Labour (Part 1) - 160 Million Globally And Rising
In July 2019, the United Nationas General Assembly unanimously adopted a resolution declaring 2021 as the International Year for the Elimination of Child Labour, with a goal to end all forms of child labour by 2025. But are we still on track? And are the setbacks from the pandemic irreversible? A new report by the International Labour Organization & UNICEF warns that the number of children in c...
13m Jun 11, 2021
13m
Consider This: SPM (Part 3) - Improved Results Met With Skepticism?
Over 400,000 students who made up the first cohort to sit for the SPM examination during the Covid-19 pandemic have achieved the best National Grade Average in the past five years. Data also showed that the achievement gap between urban and rural candidates had also narrowed. But the grading system is still shrouded by a lack of transparency and marred by a trust deficit. Melisa Idris and Shara...
8m Jun 10, 2021
8m
Consider This: SPM (Part 1) - Improved Results, Improved Methods?
Over 400,000 students who made up the first cohort to sit for the SPM examination during the Covid-19 pandemic have achieved the best National Grade Average in the past five years. Data also showed that the achievement gap between urban and rural candidates had also narrowed. Does this mean the concerns surrounding home-based learning & a digital divide were unfounded? What accounts for the bet...
9m Jun 10, 2021
9m
Consider This: SPM (Part 2) - What Disaggregated Results Details Reveal
Over 400,000 students who made up the first cohort to sit for the SPM examination during the Covid-19 pandemic have achieved the best National Grade Average in the past five years. Data also showed that the achievement gap between urban and rural candidates had also narrowed. But is the data reliable and if so, does a more granular, disaggregated picture suggest that there are still areas of co...
9m Jun 10, 2021
9m
#ConsiderThis: SPM - What Went Right?
#SPM2020 saw the best National Average Grade in 5 years despite the pandemic. Were concerns surrounding online learning & a digital divide unfounded? Tonight on #ConsiderThis Sharaad Kuttan &  Melisa Idris ask Datin Noor Azimah, Hong Jinghann & Assoc Prof Too Wei Keong what explains the performance.
30m Jun 10, 2021
30m
#ConsiderThis: Politics: State or Play
A flurry of Palace meetings with political leaders & news of a Rulers meeting on 16 June on the Emergency & pandemic management are raising questions.  Tonight on #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris & Sharaad Kuttan ask political analysts Assoc Prof Dr Hamidin Hamid & Assoc Prof Dr Sara Chinnasamy how best to interpret these moves.
29m Jun 09, 2021
29m
Consider This: Oceans | Are we doing enough?
Oceans produce 50% of the planet's oxygen, home to vibrant biodiversity & the main source of protein for a billion people. Tonight on #ConsiderThis Sharaad Kuttan & Melisa Idris speak to Prof Dr Sumiani Yusoff & Prof Datuk Dr Azizan Abu Samah about how oceans sustain our lives & livelihoods.
27m Jun 08, 2021
27m
ConsiderThis: Pemerkasa PLUS designed for impact?
Amounting to RM5 bil in direct fiscal transfers, what impact can Pemerkasa Plus have? Tonight on #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris & Sharaad Kuttan ask economists Dr Muhammed Abdul Khalid & Dr Mohd Afzanizam Abdul Rashid about the thinking behind the latest govt economic support measures.
23m Jun 07, 2021
23m
Consider This: COVID-19 - Report from Johor | 3rd June 2021
Tonight on #ConsiderThis Sharaad Kuttan & Melisa Idris bring you a report on Johor. We speak to MPs Syed Saddiq (Muar) Wong Shu Qi (Kluang) & Datuk Rashid Hasnon (Batu Pahat) about their constituents’ economic needs during this crisis & the challenges faced in getting Johoreans vaccinated.
29m Jun 03, 2021
29m
#ConsiderThis: China friends with friction? | 2nd June 2021
Recent incursions into our airspace by PRC fighter jets raise concerns about our sovereignty in the South China Sea.  Tonight on #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris & Sharaad Kuttan ask Elina Noor, Bunn Nagara & Ivy Kwek if this is a stress test for diplomatic relations.
31m Jun 02, 2021
31m
Consider This: COVID-19 Report from Sarawak
Sarawak has aligned itself with the national lockdown & plans are now being laid to speed up vaccination ahead of the expected elections.  Tonight on #ConsiderThis Melisa Idris & Sharaad Kuttan ask Bandar Kuching MP Dr. Kelvin Yii & Ann Teo from Sarawak Bersih what policymakers must not forget.
28m Jun 01, 2021
28m
Consider This: COVID-19 Parliament the solution?
Amid renewed calls to reconvene Parliament, tonight on #ConsiderThis  Sharaad Kuttan & Melisa Idris ask Dewan Rakyat Speaker Datuk Azhar Harun & Tan Sri Munir Majid if a functioning Parliament will help with the effective management of the Covid-19 crisis & what obstacles are in its way.
29m May 31, 2021
29m
Consider This: Children (Part 2) - Exclusion Comes With A Cost?
Children are stateless through no fault of their own, yet they suffer the long term consequences of it. Why do children become stateless - how can this be prevented and / or addressed so that these children live healthy and productive lives?  Melisa Idris and Sharaad Kuttan speak to Datuk Dr Hartini Zainudin, Co-Founder, Yayasan Chow Kit. 
11m May 27, 2021
11m
Consider This: Children (Part 3) - Statelessness Barrier To Rights?
It was estimated that there are some 300,000 stateless children in the country.  That’s data from 2016. Many of these children deemed stateless are not foreigners or refugees -- many of them were actually born in the country and have been living in Malaysia most of their lives. What can we do to ensure the rights of these children are upheld? Melisa Idris and Sharaad Kuttan speak to Professor D...
9m May 27, 2021
9m