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We're back and better than ever!  

In today's episode, we will be diving into the Metaverse, Sandbox and Non-Fungible Tokens (NFT). What are they all really about? Can money and art exist on the same spectrum while preserving the digital art industry?

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So, what's the deal with Timah Whiskey? How can a name cause such a furore? Even A member of Parliament (MP) had likened drinking Timah whiskey to drinking a Malay woman, which is a ridiculous statement to most of us.

In today's discussion, we have local comedian Papi Zak and journalist Zan Azlee to talk about the issue that is really a non-issue that is TIMAH WHISKEY!

What are your thoughts on Timah Whiskey? Do you think people are getting overly sensitive? Do leave your comments down below as we want to hear from you.

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Are you ready to get HYPNOTIZE?!  Hypnotherapy is commonly known as a type of nonstandard or "complementary and alternative medicine" treatment, but let's get the Hypnotherapy Master Trainer himself, Andreas Dorn, to share with us HOW hypnotherapy works!

Andreas will be sharing different types of hypnotherapy, debunking common myths about hypnosis and also an on-screen hypnosis demo on how it works on someone.

What do you think about hypnotherapy? Would you be interested in going for a hypnosis session? Leave your comments down below as we want to hear from you!

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As Malaysians, we take pride in being a multiracial country, and we all know friends in interracial marriages. Unfortunately, we also hear a lot of stories about how some people still stare with sheer curiosity or even make unsavoury remarks about interracial couples, or even worse, parents who won't allow their children to marry someone from another race.

So, how much of a taboo is interracial marriage still? What challenges are there when marrying someone from another race? And, what should we know about interracial marriages?

In today's discussion, JD has a chat with presenter, actor and emcee, Nazrudin Rahman and his wife, Sheahnee Iman Lee, as they share their personal take on interracial marriages; from their various challenges to how best to navigate it.

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More than 1,000 Malaysian schoolchildren have been infected by Covid-19 since the third wave of the outbreak and because of that, the government has put a stop to all in-person classes. How effective are online classes? What kinds of life lessons are our children missing out on?

Today, we have Chui Kean Phang, a Parenting & Teacher Trainer, to help us understand what's happening with our children's education during this pandemic.

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Prostate cancer is the most prevalent cancer in men, yet many of us don't know much about it. It's understandable as it's quite an uncomfortable topic to talk about but talk about it we must. How much do you know? Do you know how to check whether you have testicular cancer? Is masturbation a good thing?

Well in today's discussion, we will put Dr. George Lee, Consultant Urological Surgeon at Gleneagles Kuala Lumpur, or better known as Dr G on the spot as he answers all these questions and more.

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With the rise of technology came the decline of reading. Have we taken notice of how many people are on their phones versus how many people are reading books?

So how do we bring reading back again?

In today's discussions, JD chats with Honey Ahmad & Diana Yeong, founders of Two Book Nerds Talking, a podcast that aims to encourage people to start reading and also create a community where people can share their passion for reading.

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How well do we know their legal rights? What should you do when you are approached by the police? Can they just enter your house?

We got Legal Associate, Kee Hui Yee to answer those questions today. Let's strap in as we learn about our legal rights as Malaysians.

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In Malaysia, thousands of businesses have been shuttered or badly affected and many have lost their jobs, incomes, and loved ones to the Covid-19 pandemic, with seemingly little to no help or silver lining in sight.

In response to this, netizens have taken to social media to start the #WhiteFlag or #BenderaPutih movement, calling on those in need of assistance to raise a white flag outside their homes.  

Inspired by this, Ma-Kasih was founded. Ma-Kasih is a platform where the volunteer and the people who are in need of help can connect. The objective is to ease the burden for those whose suffering due to these trying times.  

In this discussion, JD chats with Faiz Rahman (Business Op), Lim Khai Xi (Tech & Co-Founder) and Peh Zheng Yan(Tech & Co-Founder) as they explain why they started this and what is the key objective for this platform.  

If you need help or want to give to those in need, do visit makasih.care

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We’ve seen the white flag movement. We’ve seen businesses closing down and I'm sure a lot of us know of someone who’s having a hard time financially or you yourself might be caught in debt. Well then, this discussion is for you.

We caught up with financial planner, Pauline Teoh to talk about debts and how you could overcome them.

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Deaths from suicide are at an all-time high and rising—a concerning trend, given the increased social isolation, economic decline, and mental health.

Suicides can be prevented and today, we have Transformational Coach, Ezra Mitchell, and Mental Health Advocate, Afzan Yas, share their experiences with suicide and how we can mitigate the risk.

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Unlike Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter, LinkedIn is a professional networking site. Designed to help people make business connections, share their experiences, resumes, and find jobs.

Join us today as JD chats with Nina Sharil Khan, 100 Most Inspirational LinkedIn Icons 2019 & 2020, and Yandaro Al Amien, Founder of Southeast Asia School for Business Influencers, as they explain everything you need to know about LinkedIn and how this platform will help you generate leads, build your brand awareness and also elevate your career to the next level!

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Sex is a taboo word in Malaysia, and not many people are willing to talk about it. Studies show that about 35% of the women have been violated sexually and/or physically by an intimate partner or by a non-partner during their lifetime, as estimated by WHO. 

Join us today as JD chats with YB Kasthuri Patto and Yu Ren Chung as they discuss how Malaysians look at sex and also to discuss the viral TikTok video of Ain Husniza. 

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The spike of Covid-19 cases in Malaysia is yet again at an all-time high, and the government just announced another MCO for the whole country. Even though the cases are at their peak, some people are still hesitant about the vaccines.   Join us today as JD has a chat with Dr. Kavita Reginald, Senior Lecturer at Sunway University and Exco Member at Malaysian Society of Allergy and Immunology, to explain the misconceptions, concerns, and everything you need to or don't know about Covid-19 vaccines. ​

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When you say the word masculinity, what does it mean? Today we are joined by Ezra Mitchelle, a transformational coach who will share his views on masculinity.

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When someone says Cryptocurrency, chances are you've heard it before but not sure what it's all about.

In today's discussion, JD has a chat with Acting Chief Strategy Officer - WeTokenize, Cryptocurrency Guru and Advocate, George Wong, who will explain all you need to know about cryptocurrency.

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People often talk about wanting to improve their personal brand while others have no idea what the term means.

In this week's discussion, JD has a chat with Certified Image and Branding Consultant, Ranukka Singham, to share what it's all about and how you can use it to your advantage.

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What do you need to know about personal taxes? How can you maximize it? 

In today's discussion, we have the Founder and Partner of JS Partners & Tax Specialist, Shivajini Seelan, who will be sharing details you should know about taxes. From how to submit to what really happens if you don't and ways we can pay less for our taxes.

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So how do entertainers in Malaysia survive and make a sustainable income when there are no live events during the pandemic time?

We are joined by two renowned comedians who are Kavin Jay & Papi Zak. Find out how Kavin Jay & Papi Zak cope during the pandemic and what have they been up to these days!

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The Covid-19 pandemic took a toll on Malaysia's education system as students and teachers were restricted from attending on-ground classes as they were mostly conducted online during the MCO period. 

In today's discussion, we have former Minister of Education, Dr. Maszlee Malik, who will be sharing his views on how far behind Malaysia's education system is, and what he thought about the Didik TV controversy.

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Join us today as we dive into one of the most controversial topics in Malaysia, the LGBTQ+ community. We are excited to have Saw & Ashen on board with us today as they open up to us about the struggles they face as transgenders and help us to learn and understand better about their community.

We apologize if there is a bit of a network issue through this recording.    

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In today’s discussion, we have plant-based lifestyle advocate, Davina Goh, on to uncover VEGANISM. Find out what made her choose this lifestyle as she answers various misconceptions on veganism.

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Joining us today is pilot turned entrepreneur and viral sensation, Captain Azrin. He shares his experience in losing his job, and how he adapted by starting a new business. 

So how would you cope if your monthly earning comes to a pause? Get to know his journey in this discussion. 

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This week, JD chats with our other T.J.C member Adam C a.k.a Geeky Jantan! Most Malaysian's known Adam as the football man on Astro but little do they know that Adam is also a HUGE GEEK! Today he will be sharing about his latest YouTube channel Geektopia and his love for all things “Geeky".

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Is cybersecurity important? What cyber threats are the public not aware of?

In this edition of WUWT?, we have Cybersecurity Specialist, Aaron Mokhtar to share with us everything about cybersecurity from what we need to know, ways to help stop cybercrime and his thoughts on the WhatsApp vs Signal vs Telegram privacy fiasco.

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In today's discussion, we have a chat with Hannah Lo, about her journey on becoming a love and relationship coach. She also helps us understand more about relationships and teaches us how to make them better.

Here's the link to our Domestic Violence and Abuse discussion to check out: https://youtu.be/mVeLQ2M7TL0 

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In today's discussion, we speak to director, producer and musician, Ash Nair about his career, his journey to awakening, his tips on being better Jantans, and Mel Gibson! It's a conversation you don't want to miss.

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In this new edition of WUWT, we're going to be discussing the most-talked matter currently, the State of Emergency. The whats, the whys, the hows, and The Crown.

Joining our KPC Jantan, Jason Desmond is constitutional lawyer, New Sin Chew and journalist, Zan Azlee. 

Brand new discussions every Wednesday. So turn on that notification bell, LIKE and SUBSCRIBE for more videos. 

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Anxiety has been a word that has been thrown around a lot more since the start of lockdown. On top of that, men don’t really talk about their feelings, and being vulnerable is seen as a sign of weakness.

This week, Jason Desmond chats with Professor Dr. Alvin Ng Lai Oon, Head of Department at the Department of Psychology from Sunway University Malaysia, and Amirul Haziq Umar, who was diagnosed with Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD) at 17. They chat about what anxiety is, why we have it, and how to deal with it.

Whether you agree, disagree, have something to add or say, or you have any topics you would like us to talk about - do let us know by visiting us on our YouTube channel @TheJantanCollective and be part of the #TheJantanCrew.

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Do you consider yourself an adrenaline junkie? Well, we think you will enjoy what we have in store for you.

This week, JD has a chat with our newest addition to The Jantan Collective family. He is model, actor, cyclist and well-known MMA fighter, Peter Hugh Davis. He will be sharing his experiences in MMA,  in modelling, and also, a very sneaky description on what his upcoming channel with us is going to be all about!

Whether you agree, disagree, have something to add or say, or you have any topics you would like us to talk about - do let us know by visiting us on our YouTube channel @TheJantanCollective and be part of the #TheJantanCrew

This episode was originally recorded in September 2020 and broadcast in November 2020. 

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Aesthetic treatments and procedures are increasingly popular among the male population and with the breadth of treatments available nowadays, it’s definitely an industry to be reckoned with. So what treatments are out there and specifically, what treatments are men going for? Joining Jason Desmond this week is a specialist in non-invasive aesthetic treatments, Dr. David Wee from Premier Clinic who’s more than willing to tell us all about the world of cosmetic enhancements.

Whether you agree, disagree, have something to add or say, or you have any topics you would like us to talk about - do let us know by visiting us on our YouTube channel @TheJantanCollective and be part of the #TheJantanCrew. 

This episode was originally recorded in September 2020 and broadcast in October 2020.

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If you are tarot-curious, YOU will love this discussion.

This week, Jason Desmond chats with Malaysia’s No 1 Tarot expert, Sarah May Low about what tarot card reading is, and isn’t. They also touch on topics like astrology, religion, feng shui and even, Joey Yap!

Whether you agree, disagree, have something to add or say, or you have any topics you would like us to talk about - do let us know by visiting us on our YouTube channel What's Up With That? and be part of the #TheJantanCrew.

This episode was originally recorded in August 2020 and broadcast in October 2020

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Based on the recent data, there has been a spike in the number of domestic violence cases in Malaysia following the MCO. Is it because of stress caused by the pandemic or has the problem been there all along?  In this podcast we hear from Services Director of the Women's Aid Organisation, Charlene Murray as she sits down with Jason Desmond to discuss the various manifestations of domestic violence, challenges the survivors face and what we as a community can do about it. 

Whether you agree, disagree, have something to add or say, or you have any topics you would like us to talk about - do let us know by visiting us on our YouTube channel @TheJantanCollective and be part of the #TheJantanCrew. 

This episode was originally recorded in August 2020 and broadcast in October 2020

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This week your host Jason Desmond sits down with an old friend, actor, host, Founder, and Managing Director of Suppagood, Sarah Lian to discuss relationships, women empowerment, ideal jantan characteristics, and how her brand new venture Supparetreat came to be.

Whether you agree, disagree, have something to add or say, or you have any topics you would like us to talk about - do let us know by visiting us on our YouTube channel @TheJantanCollective and be part of the #TheJantanCrew. 

This episode was originally recorded in September 2020 and broadcast in October 2020

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Difficulties in viewing properties? Challenges in securing home loans? Trouble finding the right property to invest in? To buy or to rent? Is now really the right time?   To answer all your questions, we have Property Entrepreneur, Dato Seri Vincent Tiew, and Chief Business Officer of MHub, Victor Chua.

Whether you agree, disagree, have something to add or something to say, or you have any topics you would like us to talk about - do let us know by visiting us on our YouTube channel @ TheJantanCollective and be a part of the #TheJantanCrew.

This episode was originally recorded in August 2020 and broadcast in September 2020

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In this week’s discussion, we welcomed a special guest for a conversation on the Malaysia vs Covid-19: #KitaJagaKita docufilm that premiered on Astro Malaysia on September 2020. She is a Director, Producer, and the 1st Amazing Race Asia Winner, Zabrina Fernandez.

Whether you agree, disagree, have something to add or say, or you have any topics you would like us to talk about do follow us on YouTube and be a part of #TheJantanCrew

This episode was originally recorded in August 2020 and broadcast in September 2020

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This week, we are teaming up with Hammer Nutrition Malaysia and peeking inside the minds of 2 successful pro endurance athletes who were able to accomplish more than most.    

Joining your host Jason Desmond will be Ultra Runner and Decaman, Jeff Lau, and Myanmar SEA Games 2015 representative and 13x Ironman finisher, Chrissy Kha Khrang. Alongside them is General Manager of Hammer Malaysia, Kelvin Lim to provide additional insights and facts about the products.

Whether you agree, disagree, have something to add or something to say, or you have any topics you would like us to talk about - do let us know by visiting us on our YouTube channel @ TheJantanCollective and be a part of the #TheJantanCrew. This episode was originally recorded in August 2020 and broadcast in September 2020

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This week, we are talking about the glass Ceiling and unconscious biases. To discuss this topic, Jason Desmond is joined by Broadcast Journalist, Keynote Speaker, and Author, Freda Liu together with an Activist and Advocacy Manager of Women’s Aid Organization, Yu Ren Chung.

Whether you agree, disagree, have something to add or something to say, or you have any topics you would like us to talk about - do let us know by visiting us on our YouTube channel @ TheJantanCollective and be a part of the #TheJantanCrew.

This episode was originally recorded in July 2020 and broadcast in Sep 2020

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This week, JD is once again joined by Clinical Psychologist, Dr Joel Low, to talk about everything Depression.

If isolation, anxiety, financial crisis, economic uncertainty and all sorts of bad news are taking a toll on you, please remember that you are not alone. No matter what constraints you’re living under at the moment it is important to be mindful of what we assume and say to someone and it is even more important to be kind to ourselves.

Whether you agree, disagree, have something to add or something to say, or you have any topics you would like us to talk about - do let us know by visiting us on our YouTube channel @ TheJantanCollective and be a part of the #TheJantanCrew. 

This episode was originally recorded in Aug 2020 and broadcast in Sep 2020

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Most of us are familiar with the term “Chindian” but ever wonder how is it like to grow up as one? Catch the fun episode, as we discuss everything about being Chindian. Joining your host Jason Desmond will be former Miss Malaysia Universe and Podcast host, Vanessa Tevi while they share their stories growing up as Chindian.

Whether you agree, disagree, have something to add or something to say, or you have any topics you would like us to talk about - do let us know by visiting us on our YouTube channel @ TheJantanCollective and be a part of the #TheJantanCrew. 

This episode was originally recorded in July 2020 and broadcast in Aug 2020

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This week joining your host Jason Desmond, will be certified dietitian, fitness coach and founder of Nutrition Track, Adele Wong as we find out if that old familiar adage "You are what you eat" is true, talk about fad diets, and debunk some nutrition myths. 

Whether you agree, disagree, have something to add or something to say, or you have any topics you would like us to talk about - do let us know by visiting us on our YouTube channel @ TheJantanCollective and be a part of the #TheJantanCrew.

This episode was originally recorded in July 2020 and broadcast in Aug 2020

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Is the hustle real? Is having only one job enough these days? 

In our second instalment of What's Up With That? Jason Desmond gets tips from Malaysia’s Queen of Comedy, the multitalented, ever-busy Joanne Kam on how to create additional sources of income, how to play the game, and how to get started.

Whether you agree, disagree, have something to add or something to say, or you have any topics you would like us to talk about - do let us know by visiting us on our YouTube channel @ TheJantanCollective and be a part of the #TheJantanCrew.

This episode was originally recorded in July 2020 and broadcast in Aug 2020

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Need A Job? Can't seem to get interviews?

In our first ever instalment of What’s Up With That? Jason Desmond talks to Jon Cohen from BrioHR, KOL and entrepreneur, Juanita Ramayah and clinical psychologist, Joel Low about the job recession, unemployment rate and how we can fix that. 

Also, get some tips and tricks on how to score that dream job in this economy!

Whether you agree, disagree, have something to add or something to say, or you have any topics you would like us to talk about - do let us know by visiting us on our YouTube channel @ TheJantanCollective and be a part of the #TheJantanCrew.

This episode was originally recorded in June 2020 and broadcast in Aug 2020