Manic Talks: Recent Episodes
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Dated anyone that is not of your race? Your family against it? Weird looks from strangers? Is this racism? With a hint of irony and a dash of old-fashioned beliefs, we discussed interracial relationships in a Malaysian context - a prevalence in this day and age.
Join Nadine, Monica and Raymond in breaking down the intercultural differences and some challenges in being in interracial relationships.
Hey guys! You won’t want to miss out on this episode where our special guest, Hojay talks about his experiences of being Black in Malaysia.
This episode briefly features the interesting history of sex toys and its origins. Born from an error in the medical field, dildos were what was once an idea turned revolution. Monica explains the history of sex toys up to today, the sexual healing and pleasure aspects as well as the invention's place in feminism. Enjoy!
In this episode, we sat down with Malaysian Olympic Figure Skater Julian Yee to chat about his life as a professional athlete. We aimed to vicariously experience some of his life changing events as well as some of his intimate moments of being on ice. Julian as a down-to-earth person challenges the elitist notion that is held about professional athletes. In this episode, we explored his childhood, his professional career, lifestyle changes in regards to the current pandemic and some wholesome advice that Julian had to learn the hard way. Enjoy!
This week's episode features a special guest and friend of ours, Raynna as she shares with us some insight of dealing with depression for most of her life especially in the transitional period of her moving abroad to study. For many people, struggling with mental health and residing in a new country can both be daunting experiences individually, what more together. Speaking from her own experience, Raynna reassures those facing similar endeavours that you are indeed not alone. From what depression is, therapy, Freud and coping, we explore the vast array of topics relevant to mental health in student life. Enjoy!
In this episode our hosts share a few simple things you can do at home while the Movement Restriction Order (MRO) is imposed. The MRO is said to last until the 16th of April (subject to change) and while some of us might have work to do from home, the rest of us are sitting idle contemplating how to pass the time. Check this video out if you're struggling to find temporary outlets to distract yourself from the long hours of sitting around at home! Enjoy!
Ps: this video was recorded in the respective homes of our hosts using Zoom so there was a compromise in quality.
This was recorded on the 9th of March and we are aware that the severity of the situation has drastically escalated over the last 2 weeks, but do tune in to hear our thoughts on the situation before shit hit the fan and enjoy some ridiculous conspiracy theories.
Passion? Skills? Or Money?
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In this episode, we explore the different avenues of making a living and the trials and consequences of the hustle culture.
Is it my fault? Was that acceptable? How was I to know?
In this week's episode, listen to the hosts as they talk about their personal experiences on being sexually harassed, breaking down the underlying issues from a victim's perspective.
We are also introducing our brand new segment: ART OR FART! Hope you enjoy this episode!
Welcome to Manic Talks' debut episode!
It's February 14, a day that many couples cherish and many singles dread. But what led to this?
Listen to Mon, Mond, and Nadine as they talk about their valentine stories and good and bad sides of hookup culture today. This will be two-part episode so enjoy!
With anonymous love messages!
In the 2nd part of the episode, listen to Mon, Mond, Nadine as they share their view towards Valentine's Day and talk about an interesting FB post on a relationship with a best friend of the opposite sex.